Walking and Hiking in Gran Canaria
I really love walking and have found some nice routes around the island. I live in the South so most of my walking Gran Canaria tours take place there (either to and from work or to and from the shop!)… (READ MORE)
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Whether you’re staying in Puerto Rico, Amadores or Playa del Inglés, it’s easy to get to Las Palmas and there is a lot to see, including museums, galleries and other attractions (oh, and lots of shops and bars!!) Many of… (READ MORE)
Canarian Cooking
Many people come to Gran Canaria and spend all week in a British restaurant eating steak and chips! If this is what you like, that’s fine. I like a traditional British meal at Christmas but I also like to be… (READ MORE)
Arguineguin Live Music Bars
Arguineguin is not a typical tourist resort so you might be surprised to discover that there are some brilliant live music bars in the area. If you look closely, you will soon discover that there are several different ones to… (READ MORE)
37C in the Shade
Just to let you know (perhaps make you jealous if you’re elsewhere) that it’s 37C in the shade today, so if you are in Gran Canaria, please make sure you use plenty of suncream and drink lots of water! The… (READ MORE)
Tortilla Espanola Recipe
This Spanish omelette is a Canarian favourite and in Gran Canaria you can order it in a baguette with alioli (garlic mayonnaise) or by itself with either ketchup or alioli. You can get tortilla espanola as a tapa for a… (READ MORE)
Canary Islands Walking Holiday Ideas
At this time of year it is nice to get away for some sun and fun, and if you are interested in walking and hiking, you might be wondering what the Canaries have to offer. Although hiking is not one… (READ MORE)
Meloneras
Meloneras is an upmarket and chic part of Gran Canaria. Situated close to Playa del Ingles and Maspalomas, Meloneras is on the south coast. There are lots of high-end boutiques, designers shops and jewellers in Meloneras Gran Canaria, as well… (READ MORE)
Mogan
Mogan makes up a large part of Gran Canaria and is the second biggest municipality on the island. This municipality is located in the southwest of the island, and includes the fishing towns of Arguineguin and Puerto de Mogan. A… (READ MORE)
Greenfield Hotel, Playa del Ingles
When my ex-boyfriend and I left Gran Canaria for a year to work in Ireland (long story, another time!) we visited for a week during that time and stayed at the Greenfield Hotel. Since we’d been living in the Canaries… (READ MORE)