Tag - Gran Canaria

Where to stay in Gran Canaria without a car

For a holiday without a hire car in Gran Canaria, the best holiday destinations are Playa del Ingles, Maspalomas, and Meloneras. These areas offer abundant attractions like Palmitos Park and Aqualand...

Where to stay in Gran Canaria for Couples

The quick answer Best areas for couples in Gran CanariaIdeal age groupBest forLas PalmasCouples of all agesBudget-friendly city trip with excellent beachPlaya del Ingles and MaspalomasYounger couples...

Puerto de las Nieves (Agaete)

Puerto de las Nieves is a little resort in the North of Gran Canaria near the famous town of Agaete. If you want to be away from all the tourism and want an authentic Spanish vibe, this tiny coastal...

Puerto de Mogan

Have you seen those white nostalgic-looking fishing villages and white houses in brochures or web pages about Gran Canaria? Well, those are in Puerto de Mogan. It used to be a quiet little fishing...

Taurito

Taurito is basically like a mini Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria. So a mountainside resort with a lovely beach in front and all the restaurants in the valley. Ideal if you want beautiful views and...

Playa del Cura

Playa del Cura is just a little place in Gran Canaria with a few hotels. This is primarily a great place if you want to explore Gran Canaria by car and want a nice relaxed place to come back to. In...

Playa de Amadores

Playa de Amadores in Gran Canaria is all about relaxing on the beach. There isn’t much nightlife here, so ideal for a quiet holiday. However, the resort of Puerto Rico just next door has lots...

Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria

Puerto Rico is one of the larger resorts in Gran Canaria but has a nice compact feel at the same time. So if you want buzzing and many choices but everything within walking distance, this is an...

Arguineguin

Arguineguin is one of the more relaxed and authentically Spanish tourist destinations in Gran Canaria. There aren’t many hotels here, but this area is very popular with Scandinavian...

Maspalomas

Maspalomas is the largest resort in Gran Canaria and has been around for over 50 years. Because of this, it is very well known and has become the most visited holiday destination in Gran Canaria with...

San Agustin

San Agustin in Gran Canaria is an excellent option for those who want the busy nightlife of Playa del Ingles nearby but spend their holiday in a more relaxed setting. Beaches How are the beaches in...

Bahia Feliz

Bahia Feliz is one of the small, tiny and quiet getaways in Gran Canaria. If you want to relax, this might be the best place for you. Don’t expect a large resort with many bars, restaurants and...

Meloneras

Upscale, modern and all-inclusive best describes what Meloneras in Gran Canaria has to offer. This applies to the hotels but also bars, restaurants and shops in the resort. Beaches Meloneras is the...

Playa del Ingles

Playa del Ingles is one of the larger and also busier resorts in Gran Canaria. While most of the buildings here are from the 1960s, the resort is getting more modernized and upgraded each year. You...

Gran Canaria: Weather & when to go

When to go where in Gran Canaria When to go where in Gran Canaria: green = good, orange = ok , red = avoid In the chart above, a clear overview of where is best to go on holiday in Gran Canaria...

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Beaches Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has one of the nicest beaches in Gran Canaria. The Playa Las Canteras is a fantastic beach that you would not expect in such a big city. The first time I walked out...

Best beaches in Gran Canaria

Secluded, family friendly, less crowded and unique beaches all over the island including the North... A guide to the best beaches in Gran Canaria.