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Gran Canaria Holiday Destination Guide

Gran Canaria Holiday Destination Guide
Flights to Gran Canaria Gran Canaria as its name suggests is the largest of the Canary islands. Famed for year round sun Gran Canaria is a popular destination for holidaymakers with children and clubbers alike. Playa del Ingles is the largest and liveliest resort on the island. Maspalomas, Puerto Rico and San Augustin are all popular resorts on Gran Canaria

Gran Canaria Facts

Gran Canaria Facts
Location: Canary Islands, off the West African coast
Climate: Hot and dry with low rainfall, year round sun, perfect destination for winter sun
Currency: EURO
Time Difference: GMT + 1hr
Transfer Time: Playa Del Ingles, Maspalomas, Puerto Rico and San Augustin are all in the south of the island and take approx. 30-55mins from the airport.

Gran Canaria Guide

Gran Canaria Guide
Hotels: Ranging from 2 star self catering appartments to 5 star all inclusive hotels - something to suit every budget and taste. Hotel quality is good and many are newly built or refurbished.
Attractions: Beaches, culture and music festivals, watersports, cathedrals and museums. Beautiful small towns to visit. Puerto de Mogan is highly recommended. Maspalomas beach.
Shopping: Gran Canaria has a big advantage in that the island is duty free. Electrical goods, camcorders, cameras as well as alcohol and tobacco are all available at much cheaper prices than the UK. Gift shops, boutiques, markets and souvenier shops are plentiful throughout the island.
Excursions: Sioux City - Western theme park, Catamaran trip, Jeep Safari, Timanfaya Cruise - Spanish Galleon, and camel rides.
Family: Gran Canaria is well suited to a family holiday. There resorts are large and modern and there are many activities for children of all ages.
Getting Around: Buses operate between the main resorts but to see the best of what Gran Canaria has to offer, car hire is recommended as bus services are limited.

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