If you are planning to visit Las Palmas during Carnaval time in 2012, you will be pleased to know that the local council has released the agenda, so you can get busy planning your trip. There is a Carnaval in… (READ MORE)
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)
So, what’s on in Gran Canaria in November? Well, this year’s WOMAD fiesta is scheduled for November 12th, 2011 in Santa Catalina and The Boulevard, in Las Palmas, and that is something you don’t want to miss. There will be… (READ MORE)
Boat trips in Gran Canaria are something that appeals to all ages. You can choose from fishing trips, dolphin-watching trips, glass-bottom boat trips or even a wonderful catamaran cruise. One of the most popular boat trips in Gran Canaria is… (READ MORE)
Christmas in Gran Canaria is not like Christmas in the UK. Having experienced more than 10 Gran Canaria Christmas days, I can let you in on 7 things to do at Christmas in Gran Canaria (that you can’t do at… (READ MORE)
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)
Whether you are new to scuba diving or a keen diver, Gran Canaria can be an enjoyable place to dive. The water temperature is about 18C in the winter and 25C in the summer, so you will need a 7mm… (READ MORE)
Valleseco is an attractive area north of the center of Gran Canaria. “Valle” is valley and “seco” is dry but there isn’t much about this green part of the island which can be called dry. There are hiking trails in… (READ MORE)
One of the most fun things you can do in Gran Canaria this year has to be the jeep safari, especially if you’re looking for something a bit different to the dolphin trips, fishing trips and shopping that most tourists… (READ MORE)
Although places closer to home like Amsterdam and Ibiza are popular stag party destinations, the Canaries have a certain appeal and part of that is the year-round good weather. Now I’m not saying that every day is hot and sunny… (READ MORE)