Tips & Tricks
Playa del Inglés (beach) – this beach, located on the southern coast of Gran Canaria, is also a fun-and-sun resort of high-rise hotels, shopping malls and fast-food restaurants. Created in the 1960s, on what was up to that point, barren land – is now a tourist hyper-center and famous throughout Europe. Daylight hours can […]
Playa de las Canteras (beach) – not many European cities can boast of having a beach right in its center, especially one that functions all year round. Playa las Canteras (at Las Palmas) is one such beach. Along with the usual water sports activities, this beach also has a wealth of marine life, and the […]
Puerto de Mogan (beach) – this is a popular beach, a picturesque port, a charming fishing village, a marina and chic holiday destination all rolled into one. The stretch of golden sand on this excellent and well-protected beach, makes it a favorite with families. The clear water is calm and the sea around the breakwater […]
Salobre Golf Resort (Autopista Gran Canaria 1, Km 53, Urbanización Salobre Golf, Maspalomas) — This is the only complex in the Canary Islands with 36 holes. Salobre’s philosophy is to offer top quality service which includes in the green fees a golf cart, tees, water, divot repairers, markers and many other comforts in its facilities. […]
Playa de los Amadores (beach) – located in the southwestern shore of Gran Canaria, this extensive beach is on a bay, well-protected from the ocean, and boasts an 800 meter stretch of golden sand and crystal-clear waters. Peaceful and relaxing, this is a favorite choice for couples looking for a romantic setting to spend a […]
Roque Nublo (landmark) – this is an 80 meter-tall volcanic rock that’s found at a point 1,813 meters above sea level. Reachable via hiking trail, Roque Nublo is one of the biggest free-standing rocks in the world, and is reputed to be on the highest point of the island. Those who reach this point are […]