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What to do this weekend in Gran Canaria? Plans from June 18th to 21th

Maxorata cheese special reserve

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Las Palmas Carnival 2027 Program: dates, concerts and location

Stage Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Let the music play! The City Council has already confirmed the theme for the next festive season: the 2027 Las Palmas de Gran Canaria Carnival will be dedicated to 'The…

The best restaurants in Arucas: complete guide

Restaurants in Arucas, Gran Canaria

If you are looking for the best restaurants in Arucas because you are soon going to visit this beautiful town in Gran Canaria, at Local Guide Gran Canaria we are here to help you. Throughout…

Cazorla Ravine and Calacio Caves Route, hiking in Telde

Calacio Caves, Telde

If you're looking for amazing hiking routes in Telde, this circular route that crosses the Cazorla Ravine and takes you to the historic Calacio Caves will...

Hiking through the Barranco de Azuaje, one of the most beautiful on the island

The Barranco de Azuaje is located in the north of Gran Canaria and serves as the geographical border of the municipalities of Firgas (70%) and Moya (30%). The Special Nature Reserve…

What to see in Shenzhen: a complete self-guided guide (2026)

Shenzhen skyline at night

Looking for things to see in Shenzhen? This impressive city in southern China went from being a fishing village to the country's technological capital in just 40 years, and…

Hiking route through La Atalaya and Barranco de las Goteras, Santa Brígida

Barranco de Las Goteras Santa Brígida

If you are looking for a hiking route in La Atalaya de Santa BrígidaWe're sharing this beautiful circular route that passes through the Barranco de las Goteras ravine and the Mirador de las…

Circular route along the Osorio irrigation channel (from Los Chorros)

Trails in Osorio Firgas

If you're looking for a hiking route that immerses you in the most intense greenery of northern Gran Canaria, this circular route along the Acequia de Osorio and the…

Corallium Rock Band: the best plan for this summer in Gran Canaria

Corallium Rock Band from Nereo Cocktails & Food Hotel Dunamar

Looking for things to do in the south of Gran Canaria this summer? We have one that combines the best of the island: live music, signature cocktails, and locally sourced cuisine…

Maspalomas Carnival Program 2027 with dates and theme

Gran Canaria Carnival 2026 Maspalomas Stage

The Maspalomas Carnival 2027, in southern Gran Canaria, has confirmed dates: it will be held from Tuesday, March 2nd to Sunday, March 14th, 2027. The dates are…

Hiking route through the Los Pérez Dam and Risco Caído

Los Pérez Dam and Risco Caído Route

If you're looking for a hiking route in Gran Canaria that combines abundant nature, large reservoirs, and the island's most fascinating historical heritage, this circular route through the…

What to see in Guilin and Yangshuo: a complete guide with a Li River cruise

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Calendar of pilgrimages in Gran Canaria 2026

Pilgrimage of the Virgen del Pino in Teror, Gran Canaria

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The best bars in Gran Canaria for good, cheap food

The best bars in Gran Canaria

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Where to eat the best huevos mole in Gran Canaria

Where to eat huevos mole in Gran Canaria

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Lanzarote Valleseco hiking route

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Hiking route through the Caldera de los Marteles and Cuevas Blancas

Route to the base of the Caldera de Los Marteles

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Hiking route through Soria and the Presa de las Niñas

Caidero de Las Niñas or Caidero de Soria

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Where to eat sancocho in Gran Canaria during Holy Week (2026)

Where to eat sancocho in Gran Canaria

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Hiking route through Pino Santo and the Pintor Dam

Pintor Dam, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

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The 12 best cafes in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

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Gran Canaria Carnival 2026: program by municipality

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Hiking route through La Sorrueda and La Fortaleza, Santa Lucía

Views of La Sorrueda and La Fortaleza along the trail

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Circular hiking route in Temisas (Agüimes)

Views of Temisas from the Caves of the Audience

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Restaurants in the countryside in Gran Canaria, Arcos de La Laguna

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Cafe Luwak pet friendly

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Circular route through the Barranco de los Propios and Los Tilos de Moya

Barranco de Los Propios Trail

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Casa Carmelo Restaurant with views of Las Canteras

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Beaches to go with dogs in Gran Canaria

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Natural monument during the circular route through Cueva Corcho

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Gravel bike route Lanzarote

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Agüimes camel

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The best specialty coffee shops in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

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bachaco poke bowl

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La Caldera watercress stew

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Maspalomas Soul Festival 2026 Program, San Agustin, Gran Canaria

Maspalomas Soul Festival, San Agustín beach, Gran Canaria

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circular route Cruz de TejedaHiking through pine forests and breathtaking views

Hiking Trail Cruz de Tejeda

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Bochinches or guachinches in Gran Canaria essential

Bochinche Bodega La Montaña

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Gran Canaria Work Calendar 2026: Holidays and Long Weekends

Gran Canaria 2026 Work Calendar with Public Holidays

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Telde Water Festival

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Ansite Fortress

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Three Kings Parade in Gran Canaria 2026: schedules and routes

Three Kings las palmas de gran canaria

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Church of Santa María de Guía, Gran Canaria

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Panoramic Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

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