Fataga, Gran Canaria
If you want to explore Gran Canaria, there are all kinds of pretty villages and Fataga is easy to get to. Where is it? Located in the “Valley of a Thousand Palms” it is surrounded by palm trees, fruit trees… (READ MORE)
Can You Live Permanently in the Canary Islands
The answer to that question has to be yes. I have been living here for 10 years and I know people who have been living in Gran Canaria for way more than that. I’m not sure I am going to… (READ MORE)
Canarian Cheese
If you like Canarian cooking you will probably like Canarian cheese too. There are lots of varieties ranging from the softest goat cheese to the ripest, hardest cured cheese. Canarian cheese is bursting with flavor, whichever variety you try. Canarians… (READ MORE)
Canarian Art and Crafts
There are more examples of native art and culture in Gran Canaria than in any of the other Canary Islands. If you are interested in native art, rather than the newer stuff, you might like to check out the painted… (READ MORE)
Gran Canaria – From Tourist to Resident
Gran Canaria holidays? Bliss. We all enjoy holidays to Gran Canaria but what’s it like actually living here? Photo By Szeke There are pros and cons to living anywhere and many people who come to Gran Canaria or any… (READ MORE)
Dolphin Trips in Gran Canaria
I did a dolphin trip last week when my family was over and it was really good so I thought I’d share it with you! You can book dolphin trips in Puerto Escala (Puerto Rico) – just ask for Kevin… (READ MORE)
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)
Santa Lucia de Tirajana
Santa Lucia de Tirajana is a picturesque village which is located in the southeast part of Gran Canaria. It is south of Las Palmas and Teide and northeast of Puerto Rico. “Santa Lucia” means Saint Lucy. There are just over… (READ MORE)
Vega de San Mateo
Vega de San Mateo is often just known as San Mateo. The highest point of the island is found in Vega de San Mateo and that’s nearly 2000 metres up. Because of this, the area has fluctuating temperatures. It can… (READ MORE)