Guayadeque Caves, Gran Canaria
A lot of people like to visit the Guayadeque Caves in Gran Canaria and I went with my parents when they visited me in Gran Canaria a couple years back. That’s me on the right: In Guayadeque there are cave… (READ MORE)
How to Get Cheap Flights to Gran Canaria
Nothing beats a holiday to the sun but some people pay a fortune for tickets and others seem to get really cheap flights to Gran Canaria – why is that?! Well it can be a matter of chance. I had… (READ MORE)
Off Season Holidays Gran Canaria
If you are wondering about holidays Gran Canaria might just be the ideal place to visit. You might want to think about visiting off season though or investigating some bargain last minute Canaries holidays. Of course, Gran Canaria is known… (READ MORE)
Carnival Queen Gala 2010
The carnival in Las Palmas in 2010 lasts from January 26th until February 20th and there are all kinds of events from processions, parades, music, dancing, food and drink shows, drag queen competitions and, of course, the Carnival Queen Gala…. (READ MORE)
Relocating to Gran Canaria
I recently received a message from Patricia, who is wondering about moving to La Higuerita and who asked me about the place and the cost of living. Thanks for your most recent message, Patricia – I’ll post it on here… (READ MORE)
Christmas in Gran Canaria – What’s On?
If you are going to be spending Christmas in Gran Canaria, you might be wondering what’s on. Of course, lying on the beach and sunbathing makes a nice change on Christmas day but what about Christmas Eve in Gran Canaria… (READ MORE)
Pueblo de Mogan
Pueblo de Mogán is a small town about 5 miles up from the Puerto de Mogán resort. There is a church, a landscaped park and some local government offices there. Like Roque Nublo or Fataga, Gran Canaria, Pueblo de Mogan… (READ MORE)
Which is the Quietest Canary Island?
If you are looking for busy nightlife and disco bars that don’t close until 7am, you might like Playa del Inglés or Puerto Rico in Gran Canaria or Playa de las Americas in Tenerife. But what about if you want… (READ MORE)
Camping in Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria hotels vary from very basic self catering to luxurious 5 star hotels but what about camping? With the glorious Canarian weather camping might be something you want to think about. Whether you want to come on holiday with… (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)