relaxing holidays

Gran Canaria is known for its beaches, beautiful weather and gastronomy, elements that definitely stand out and come to be some of the most important features on the island. However, Gran Canaria is more than that and its culture, festivities and holidays is real proof for that interest that Canarians have about keeping their traditions and customs alive.  Every year, plenty of celebrations and festivities are carried out in Gran Canaria and while some of them are more important and relevant than others, as a set these cultural parties show how Canarians perceive their traditions that have different natures; religious, native, cultural, for entertainment, expressions and more.  Here are a few of the most important festivities carried out in Gran Canaria every year, with the religious elements seen quite clearly but also with other celebrations that are more cultural and

The Canary Islands and specifically Gran Canary are regions that stand out in terms of beaches and coastlines, surrounded by amazing Atlantic waters that get combined with a variety of surfaces and lands that make every seashore a paradise.  From secluded beaches for privacy and an unforgettable experience to authentic wonderful shorelines surrounded by resorts, Gran Canaria offers plenty of options to get a sunbath, practice aquatic sports and simply enjoy the turquoise water and golden or black sand.  Here are the most outstanding beaches on the island to have the best vacations or holidays, with different characteristics to choose from depending on the purpose of visit, geography and if they get crowded or simply are isolated and therefore ideal to enjoy in a romantic getaway.  Playa Las Canteras  Located at Paseo Las Canteras in Las Palmas, capital of