AquaSol Apartments Gran Canaria
The Aquasol Apartments in Puerto Rico are right at the top of the hills so bear in mind you’ll at least need to fork out for a taxi on the way back up unless you are superfit! Being that high… (READ MORE)
Atlántico Shopping Centre in Vecindario
If you are on holiday in Gran Canaria, you will probably be based along the south coast, such as in Playa del Ingles, Maspalomas or Puerto Rico. If you fancy doing some serious shopping in Gran Canaria, I recommend getting… (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)
Anfi Beach
If you come on holiday to Gran Canaria you will probably encounter some timeshare touts at some point (or every day!) asking if you have seen Anfi beach or Anfi del Mar yet. You can see more about timeshare here…. (READ MORE)
What is the Weather Like in Gran Canaria in February?
February is one of the coldest months in Gran Canaria and we actually have snow 1600 metres up right now! This month has been strange weather-wise. We’ve had rain and strong winds. The wind last Thursday and Friday night was… (READ MORE)
The 3 Worst Things About Gran Canaria
You might think that living in Gran Canaria is like living in paradise but it isn’t actually that different from anywhere else apart from the sun! With all the questions about which are the best resorts in Gran Canaria you… (READ MORE)
Hotel Concorde Gran Canaria
If you are planning a holiday in Las Palmas rather than in Puerto Rico, Playa del Inglés or another resort in the south of the island, the Hotel Concorde in Las Palmas is a good choice. This hotel is only… (READ MORE)
Where to Go for New Year in Gran Canaria
Well, Christmas in Gran Canaria was lots of fun. OK, not so much fun for me because I was working but we did as the Canarians do and had our Christmas dinner on 24th December rather than on Christmas day… (READ MORE)
Christmas Day Buffet at Pio Pio
If you still haven’t worked out what you are going to do tomorrow, there is a buffet and party at Bar Pio Pio in Tauro and you can expect all the old cheesy Christmas tunes you love so much! If… (READ MORE)
It’s December!
Well the weather is certainly in keeping with the season. For us residents it’s pretty cold! It was about 22 degrees C today which isn’t bad but it’s gone under 20 degrees C right now and with temperatures going down… (READ MORE)