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Playa del Pirata, Gran Canaria. A paradise to discover

morro besudo beach

Playa del Pirata, located in the south of the island, is one of the coves in Gran Canaria that we like the most. It's probably because it's quite...

10 essential things to see in Arucas, Gran Canaria

Arucas, Gran Canaria

In this post we want to tell you what to see in Arucas, the third largest city in Gran Canaria and one of the most local municipalities on the island. Arucas…

Discover La Garita Beach in Gran Canaria and its famous bufadero

La Garita Beach Promenade, Telde, Gran Canaria

La Garita beach in Gran Canaria, in the municipality of Telde, is a destination that you will love if you want to enjoy the tranquility and natural beauty…

The best all-inclusive hotels in Gran Canaria

The best all-inclusive hotels in Gran Canaria

In this article we share with you some of the best all-inclusive hotels in Gran Canaria: adults only, family hotels and the cheapest. Although we are not fans of vacations...

Roque Prieto Pools, a jewel on the coast of Guía

Roque Prieto Natural Pools, Guide

In this article we want to share with you one of the most beautiful corners of the north coast of Gran Canaria: the Roque Prieto pools. It is one of the…

Pozo Izquierdo. Windsurfing, delicious food and good vibes

windsurfing in Pozo Izquierdo

Pozo Izquierdo It is a coastal town belonging to the municipality of Santa Lucía de Tirajana. It is located in the southeast of Gran Canaria and is one of the most…

What to see and do in Tejeda, one of the most beautiful towns in Spain

Tejeda, Gran Canaria

In this article we want to share with you what to see in Tejeda, a charming town located in the interior of the island of Gran Canaria at about 1.000 meters of altitude….

Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity, a 5-star luxury hotel

brackish hotel

We can affirm that the Salobre Hotel Resort & Serenity is one of the best five-star hotels in Gran Canaria. You should know that for the islanders a getaway to the south…

Qué Leche Restaurant, one of the best in Gran Canaria

restaurant that milk

The truth is that the Qué Leche restaurant is getting tastier. We have been there about 6 times and our last visit was in January 2022 and… we always…

Dog daycare in Gran Canaria: the definitive guide

Dog daycare in Gran Canaria

Are you looking for a dog daycare in Gran Canaria? Would you like to find the perfect place where your four-legged friend can have fun and be well cared for? What if you…

10 romantic restaurants in Gran Canaria that you should know

Restaurants in Arucas, Gran Canaria

If you are looking for romantic restaurants in Gran Canaria, we believe that this article can be of great help to you. To choose these special places, we have taken into account their surroundings…

What to see and do on the beach Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria

Beach Puerto Rico Gran Canaria

In this article we want to talk to you about one of the most visited places in the Canary Islands: the beach of Puerto Rico in Gran Canaria. And why is she so famous...

What to see in Maspalomas, a must-see in Gran Canaria

Maspalomas Dunes Viewpoint

In this article we are going to tell you what to see in Maspalomas, one of the most important sun and beach tourist destinations, as well as golf, in the Canary Islands. In Maspalomas…

The market San Mateo, one of the most visited

san mateo market

The market San Mateo It is one of the best known by residents of Gran Canaria. Here you can discover and buy a wide variety of fruit and vegetables from the…

What to see in the Tamadaba Natural Park, Gran Canaria

Tamadaba Natural Park

The Tamadaba Natural Park is one of the most important protected areas in Gran Canaria, known for having one of the best preserved Canarian pine forests in the Canary Islands…

La Trastienda de Chago, local food in the center of Gáldar

chago galdar's back room

At the restaurant La Trastienda de Chago in Gáldar You will find a commitment to local products from Gran Canaria and other Canary Islands. And it is that at…

5 star hotels in Gran Canaria. Our selection of the best.

If you are looking for 5-star hotels in Gran Canaria, here we are going to tell you which are, from our point of view, the best. It is true that unlike others...

Restaurants in Puerto Rico, Grill Costa Mar

Restaurants in Puerto Rico: Grill Costa Mar

If you are looking for restaurants in Puerto Rico (Gran Canaria), this article about the Grill Costa Mar restaurant will interest you. Here you will find fresh fish, seafood and dishes from…

Playa del Cabrón, Arinaga, Gran Canaria

el cabron beach

Playa del Cabrón is located in the municipality of Agüimes. Specifically, just 5 minutes by car from the town of Arinaga. It stands out for being a nothing beach…

Restaurants in Meloneras: 5 options for all budgets

palo corte restaurant

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10 things you should know before traveling to the Canary Islands

Spa in Gran Canaria, Parador Cruz de Tejeda

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Restaurant El Gallo FelizScandinavian cuisine in Las Canteras

Happy Rooster Oriental Fondue, Las Quarries

The Gallo Feliz restaurant, specializing in fondues, flambées and Scandinavian cuisine, is one of the oldest restaurants in Las Canteras. It has more than 50 years of history and…

Alonso Ravine Circular – Centenary Dragon Tree, Santa Brígida

Hiking through the Alonso Ravine in Santa Brígida

This circular route through the Barranco de Alonso in Santa Brígida It was love at first sight. As soon as you start, you will see this spectacular green ravine full of Canary Island palm trees that live together…

Mogán Beach, one of the most visited beaches in Gran Canaria

mogan beach

Mogán beach is located within the well-known coastal town of Puerto de Mogán. It is characterized by its calm waters and golden sand, being one of the most famous…

What to see in Telde, Gran Canaria: essentials

San Francisco Aqueduct, Telde

Discover what to see in Telde, east of the island of Gran Canaria, the second most populated municipality on the island with more than 100.000 inhabitants. At the same time, his…

San Agustín Beach, Gran Canaria. A quiet family beach

Panoramic beach of San Agustín

San Agustín beach is one of the most touristy beaches in Gran Canaria. It is located within the municipality of San Bartolomé de Tirajana, in the southern part of the…

Urban Planet 7Palmas. Trampoline paradise in Gran Canaria!

Urban Planet Las Palmas

The Urban Planet 7Palmas trampoline park is a great plan to do with children in Gran Canaria. It stands out for its leading leisure and active entertainment offer in…

The 8 cave houses in Gran Canaria that you should know

Barreto Caves, Firgas

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4 star hotels in Gran Canaria. The most beautiful on the island

Hotel Santa Monica Suites

If you are looking for 4-star hotels in Gran Canaria, we want to do our bit by sharing with you places that will not leave you indifferent. These are four star hotels…

El Arrosar Restaurant, the best rice dishes in Gran Canaria

El Arrosar Rice

At the El Arrosar restaurant they make one of the best rice dishes in Gran Canaria, very much on par with those from Alicante. We have been going for more than 20 years and…

Restaurant El Alpendre de Félix, Santa Lucía de Tirajana

alpendre salad

If you decide to visit La Sorrueda and La Fortaleza de Ansite, you cannot leave the area without eating at the Canarian food restaurant…

Bar Zurita, eat with views of Ojos de Garza Beach

octopus old clothes heron eyes

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Ojos de Garza Beach & food with sea views

heron eyes beach

Ojos de Garza beach is located on the coast of Telde, very close to the Gran Canaria airport. In fact, from here you will see the planes take off. Total…

What to see and do in Gáldar, the first capital of Gran Canaria

Plaza de Santiago, the protagonist of the end-of-year celebration in Gáldar

In this article we are going to tell you what to see in Gáldar and its historic center. Gáldar It is located in the north of the island and, as you may know, it was the first…

13 cheap restaurants in Las Palmas and Gran Canaria

nasi goreng the bikini

In this entry we are going to share with you the cheap restaurants in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and in Gran Canaria that we know. You always want to share some time with…

Meloneras, what to see on the golden mile of Gran Canaria

meloneras beach

In this article we are going to talk to you about what to see in Meloneras, one of the best areas to stay in Gran Canaria, also one of the most expensive. It belongs to destiny…

Camping areas in Gran Canaria: discover the best!

camping tamadaba

If you are organizing an adventurous getaway, in this article we are going to share the different camping areas in Gran Canaria. Can you imagine waking up to the sound of…

The 19 best viewpoints in Gran Canaria to discover the island

Viewpoints las palmas de gran canaria

In this post we mention what we consider to be the best viewpoints in Gran Canaria. From these points on the island you can appreciate each of the contrasts of…

What to see and do in Agaete, Gran Canaria (Puerto de Las Nieves & Valley)

In this post we are going to mention 11 essential places to see in Agaete, a municipality in the northwest of Gran Canaria. First of all, you should know that this area of the…

Veneguera, hidden paradise in Gran Canaria

Veneguera Beach

In this entry we want to invite you to visit the Protected Natural Space of Veneguera, one of the least accessible corners of Gran Canaria. This enclave is located within the municipality of…

The best museums in Gran Canaria and in Las Palmas capital

martin chirino museum

The museums in Gran Canaria are windows to worlds of history, art and culture that will allow you to get to know the most authentic side of the island up close. Beyond…

Bululú Canarias, Venezuelan restaurant in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

The gastronomic offer of Gran Canaria does not stop growing and diversifying, Bululú Canarias next to Las Canteras beach is proof of this. It has…

Gofio Mousse Recipe: A Delicious Canarian Dessert

How to make gofio mousse

Have you ever wondered what the recipe for Canarian gofio mousse is like? This delight, which combines tradition and flavor, is easier than you think. In this…

Hiking in Los Tilos de Moya

Los Tilos de Moya Trail

The Los Tilos de Moya trail is one of the easiest and most beautiful to walk in Gran Canaria. Therefore, we recommend it if you are starting out…

Alamo Trail (Teror). The route of the vertigo stairs

hiking in terror

In this entry we want to talk to you about a hiking route known for its stairs: it is the Álamo trail, in Teror. It is a practically new trail that has…

Fresquito Las Palmas, breakfasts and brunches to die for

Brunch Las Palmas Fresquito

Fresquito Las Palmas has arrived in the capital of Gran Canaria to conquer us and it is love at first bite. This cafe is located just a few steps from the beach…

What is gofio? The essential food for canaries

blanched gofio

Gofio is a typical food from the Canary Islands that looks like flour and is made from toasted and ground cereals. It can be millet gofio or corn gofio,…

What to see in Santa Lucía de Tirajana and where to eat

Santa Lucia de Tirajana

In this article we are going to share with you what to see in Santa Lucía de Tirajana, one of the most populated municipalities in Gran Canaria. Here we find Vecindario, its main…

15 Best pastry shops in Las Palmas capital and Gran Canaria

Reyes, pastry shops in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

We have all looked for pastry shops in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria or pastry shops in Gran Canaria for a special occasion. Also to have a sweet bite when we want to meet…

What to see in Artenara, the town with the best views of Gran Canaria

Mirador-del-Cristo-Artenara

Each municipality on the island of Gran Canaria is a world and in this entry we are going to talk to you about what to see in Artenara, in the central west of the island….

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