If you are living in Gran Canaria you might wonder how to renew your UK passport without having to return to the UK. Well I’ve done it by mail from Gran Canaria and it’s pretty easy. Where to Get the… (READ MORE)
I recently received an email asking whether there was anywhere to donate unwanted clothing or goods. It’s a common enough situation, especially if you have kids who grow up quick, but it seems a waste to throw their too-small clothes… (READ MORE)
Gran Canaria is a great island to visit, whether you are a couple, a family, a group, or even a solo traveller, because there is something for everybody. You can choose from different resorts on the island, including Playa del… (READ MORE)
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)
There was an accident yesterday in Mogan, and a 55 year old Norwegian tourist was killed. A tanker truck was delivering propane gas to the Cordial Hotel in Mogan when the explosion happened. Part of the spa roof caved in during… (READ MORE)
Known here in Gran Canaria as potaje de berros, this delicious soup is something that appears on many Canarian menus. Perhaps you sampled this with your Canarian cooking recipes while you were here on holiday, or maybe you just fancy… (READ MORE)
Aer Lingus is now offering flights between Cork and Gran Canaria. The new service runs every Sunday and flights depart Cork at 7am. This route is operational until April 2012. The flights are 4 hours and 10 minutes, and non-stop…. (READ MORE)
The internet in Gran Canaria might not be what you’re used to. The maximum speed outside Las Palmas is about 3 Mbps, although some places can only reach 1 Mbps and others aren’t even in an ADSL area. Take Tauro… (READ MORE)
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)