Playa de Maspalomas is one of Gran Canaria's most popular beaches. It's especially known for its impressive sand dunes and its old lighthouse, which first shined in 1890. The beach is also backed by a ...

A popular island in Spain has introduced a new 'pay and display' system for sunbeds on its most crowded beaches. Tourists heading to Gran Canaria will now have to use the system if they want to rent ...

Gran Canaria is known for its beaches, mountains, culture and having pretty good weather all year round – the perfect place for us Brits to escape the cold for some guaranteed sun, sea and… Spas! With ...

The haven is just a 45-minute drive from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA), the main airport for the island where you can rent a car or hail a taxi. Its sheltered perch, hugged by the coast and protected by ...

The 60 kilometres of sandy stretches painting Gran Canaria’s coastline in shades of white, gold and black are as diverse as the landscapes making up this ‘miniature continent’. Whether you favour a ...

Living on Gran Canaria blends proper city life with an easy island rhythm. The microclimates are real: cooler and more local ...

While most of Britain is reaching for coats and umbrellas, there’s a sunny escape just four hours away where the thermometers ...

No need to choose between a city break or a coastal escape — Gran Canaria’s cosmopolitan capital offers the best of both, making it the perfect choice for travellers of all walks of life. Culture and ...