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Beyond Maspalomas: Get a Glimpse of Gran Canaria’s Gems

2 May, 2018

Laidback and lovely: that, in a nutshell, describes a holiday on Gran Canaria, an island that’s widely known for its black lava landscapes and white sand beaches. If you’re looking for a leisurely escape from your everyday responsibilities (and the joke that is summer in the UK), why not recharge your batteries in Maspalomas, one of Gran Canaria’s top destinations for sun seekers? While there’s often nothing better than a lazy day of basking in the sun and a refreshing

Discover the Child-Friendly Charm of Gran Canaria’s Taurito

2 April, 2018

Playa Taurito, located on the south-west coast of Gran Canaria, is a fun, purpose-built family resort. In its quiet and beautiful location, the resort boasts a safe, action-packed environment that appeals particularly to families with young children. The landscape here is breathtaking, with hotels snaking up the hillsides on opposite faces of the valley, often overlooking the volcanic beach and huge water park area. Combing all the best bits from a Canary Islands getaway, a holiday at Playa Taurito is

Maspalomas: Dunes and Nature on the Doorstep

6 March, 2018

Maspalomas is a quiet tourist town on the shoreline of Gran Canaria, located just 20 minutes outside of Puerto Rico. Surrounded by natural beauty, it boasts wide sandy beaches and stunning shallow waters. It also has a fantastic climate all year round, with a minimum temperate of 20°C in the winter and a lovely high of 28°C in the summer months. The resort is most famous, however, for its awe-inspiring sand dunes. Now designated a natural park, these 400 hectares

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Scope Out the Gems of Gran Canaria

16 October, 2017

Snagged a sunny holiday deal in Gran Canaria’s Puerto Rico? ¡Estupendo! Whether you’re ready for a snooze in the sand or for the ultimate shopping spree, you’ll find that rest and relaxation are right at your fingertips. But while there’s often nothing better than getting pampered in your hotel or plopping down in the sand, why not mix things up with a bit of sightseeing? If a change of scenery every now and then sounds like your kind of getaway, you chose wisely – it takes minimal effort to venture outside of Puerto Rico and explore Gran Canaria’s natural and

Las Palmas

Las Palmas Shore Excursions

27 June, 2017

Located off the west coast of North Africa in the Spanish Canary Islands, Las Palmas is the capital city of Gran Canaria. In 1492 it was Christopher Columbus’ last stop before he sailed west to discover the Americas. Nowadays Gran Canaria’s mild climate makes it a popular destination for year-round tourism attracting millions of sun-starved northern Europeans to the holiday resorts in the south. Meanwhile on the north-east coast the busy Port of Las Palmas serves as an important cargo and fishing port as well as being a popular port of call for many cruise line companies. Port of Las

Bargains and Beaches: Planning a Romantic Weekend Getaway in Puerto Rico

18 June, 2017

Ready for sun, sand, and seashells? If you’re looking for a romantic and relaxing weekend trip with your significant other, it’s time to grab your swimsuits and hit the beaches of Puerto Rico!  Whether you’ve had enough of the frosty temperatures of the European winter, or are disappointed by the almost equally cold summer, Gran Canaria’s Puerto Rico is the ideal destination for soaking up some much-needed sunlight while de-stressing with a good book or rekindling the romance of your relationship with a lovely stroll around the beach. Along with dozing in the sand and going for a dip in

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A Fun-Packed Family Holiday in Maspalomas

7 June, 2017

The Canary Islands have always been my go-to destination for holidays with young kids. And that’s not just because my two love nothing more than playing in the sand and splashing in the sea, but because I know that if (okay, more like when) they get bored, there will be loads of other things to do to keep them entertained. That being said, and even with such high expectations, I was very pleasantly surprised by just how much there was on offer for the under-10s in the Gran Canaria resort of Maspalomas. From waterparks (with toddler-friendly zones) to wildlife zoos,

Playa del Inglés

Sun’s Out, Surf’s Up in Playa del Inglés

13 May, 2017

As soon as the sun shows its face, it is time to start planning the ultimate summer vacation. If you are an avid extreme sports fan like me, then the ocean will be calling to you for an unforgettable surfing break – there is no better way to get your adrenaline fix whilst also catching rays than a week or two of catching the curl. You will struggle to find a better destination for this than Gran Canaria, where there is a handful of top surfing beaches, a fantastic climate and plenty of other activities to keep you entertained. Playa

Playa del Inglés

Playa del Inglés: A Clubbing Bonanza

20 April, 2017

So you and your mates have all agreed that you’re overdue a serious lads’ holiday – no other halves, no kids and definitely no killjoys! You’ve probably already worked out that Spain’s Canary Islands offer everything you need, from loads of sunshine and beaches to clubs, pubs and a full English breakfast the morning after (or let’s be honest, more likely the afternoon after). But which of all the great resorts on all the different islands should you choose?

Well, I’m going to go out on a limb here and suggest that if you’re looking for a full-on party holiday where you can drink until dawn, collapse on a sunbed all day and then do it all again the next night, the location for you is Playa del Inglés on Grand Canaria.

Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico: A Budget and Child Friendly Holiday Destination

12 April, 2017

In search of a warm, cheerful, fun, affordable and family-friendly holiday destination? You might think that a place that ticks all of the boxes does not exist, but you would be wrong. Puerto Rico is a superb place for families that do not want to spend a fortune or sacrifice entertainment that will keep the kids happy (no, not the island near Cuba – those flights wouldn’t be budget friendly!).

Puerto Rico is a holiday resort located on the south-west coast of Gran Canaria. Due to its exotic location just off the coast of Western Africa, you can enjoy a fabulous climate here that is kept comfortable by the cooling sea breeze. Many holidaymakers simply flop on the beach during their stay and soak up the sun, but there is plenty to explore and a wide range of fun, safe and friendly places that are geared towards children.

Planning an island hopping adventure? Check out our guide to the Canary Islands here!

Here are a few of the exciting, enjoyable and affordable activities that your little ones are sure to love that won’t break the bank.

Playa del Inglés

Escape to the Quieter Beaches Around Playa del Inglés

3 April, 2017

When you live in a busy and overcrowded city, sometimes all you crave is the serenity of a luxury holiday where you can pamper yourself and recharge…

Let’s be honest though, this relaxation can sometimes be interrupted by other noisy holiday goers! Fortunately, though the Gran Canaria is famous for its boisterous atmosphere, it’s also home to a few hidden gems which let you escape the crowds. Tucked away from Playa del Inglès and other touristy areas, there are many quieter beaches where you can relieve your stress – you just need to know where to look!

For more tips on how to make the most of your relaxing getaway, read our luxury holiday guide to Gran Canaria.

Maspalomas

A Luxury Holiday in Maspalomas

4 March, 2017

I believe that the best type of holidays are the ones where you can fully unwind and relax – this always helps you to feel fully recharged and fresh when you return home.

If you agree, then I would recommend the beautiful town of Maspalomas as a holiday destination. This luxury resort town is found to the south of Grand Canaria – one of the most popular, beautiful and glamorous Canary Islands. This means that you can expect plenty of sun, inviting sandy beaches, turquoise waters, excellent golf courses and a relaxed pace of life. Perfect.

Prefer an island-hopping adventure? Check out our guide to the Canary Islands.

Puerto Rico

Winter Sun and Romance in Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria

18 January, 2017

If you’re looking to get away for a romantic weekend and grab some much needed winter sunshine then the warm temperatures and romantic atmosphere of Puerto Rico, on the island of Gran Canaria, might just be exactly what you’re looking for.

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