Tauro
I used to live in Tauro so I know it quite well. Tauro is located behind Playa del Amadores and you can stay there if you want somewhere quieter than Playa del Ingles or Puerto Rico. Tauro is peaceful and… (READ MORE)
Ceremony for Norway Terrorist Crimes Victims in Arguineguin
Whether you are a Norwegian expat in Gran Canaria or you just want to show your support for the victims of the recent terrorist attacks in Norway, there is going to be a ceremony this evening (Saturday 30th July) between… (READ MORE)
Cheapest Car Hire Maspalomas
If you’re not interested in putting on your hiking boots and doing a lot of walking Gran Canaria is ideal for driving around. The island is relatively small and there are a variety of car hire companies in Gran Canaria,… (READ MORE)
What Happened to the Summer?!
It’s usually packed here by July but… not this year! Actually I’ve rarely seen Gran Canaria this quiet in the summer months. It is a combination between rising flight costs and package holiday costs, the appalling exchange rate (you used… (READ MORE)
How Hot is it in the Canary Islands?
The weather seems to be the number one question on everybody’s lips this week! Coming in November, December, January or February means you are taking a risk with the weather. Two weeks ago we had a calima (hot, sandy winds from… (READ MORE)
Events 2008
There is always lots going on in Gran Canaria, whether it is a Saint’s Day accompanied by a procession, a local fiesta with music and dancing or a sporting or musical event. No matter which month you choose for your… (READ MORE)
Things to Do if it isn’t Sunny!
Well sometimes the sun doesn’t shine here and occasionally (very occasionally!) you might get some rain! June, July, August are pretty much guaranteed to be hot and sunny but in the winter months (December, January and February) it might not… (READ MORE)
Amadores Beach
Just a 15 minute walk from Puerto Escala, Amadores (which literally means “The Lovers”) is a great beach to visit. The beach itself is bigger than the one in Puerto Rico and has plenty of shops, bars and restaurants behind…. (READ MORE)
International Theatre Festival of Three Continents
If you are visiting Gran Canaria in September, the International Festival of 3 Continents (Encuentro Teatral Tres Continentes) is a great fiesta. This festival is held in Aguimes and there are performances by European, Latin American and African groups. This… (READ MORE)
Events 2007
There is always lots going on in Gran Canaria, whether it is a Saint’s Day accompanied by a procession, a local fiesta with music and dancing or a sporting or musical event. No matter which month you choose for your… (READ MORE)