Gran Canaria Blog is a local guide to island life. Occasionally we will visit other Canary Islands, so come along for an adventure and enjoy the ride.
Driving through Maspalomas, past Aqualand and towards Palmitos Park is where you will find La Cabañita Park Restaurant Grill. We first visited a few years ago to celebrate one of many Champions League win for Real Madrid. It’s a lovely restaurant off the beaten path …
There are so many great bars and cafes on Calle Plácido Domingo in San Fernando de Maspalomas. We needed some strong coffees so we headed to La Tapita Los Joses tapas bar which is on the main strip of bars and restaurants. Inside there is …
Across the road from the main stretch of bars and restaurants in San Fernando de Maspalomas is Shopping Home discount store. It is located in the old VW showroom so its a massive shop. They sell to the public at factory prices and are open everyday from …
As coffee fans we were very excited to visit Starbucks Gran Canaria! Would it be the same as we’ve experienced in other Starbucks around the world? How would it compare to the local coffee made from island or Colombian beans in small bars and cafes? …
Easter in Gran Canaria is celebrated the whole week leading up to Easter. During Holy Week or Semana Santa there are plenty of religious processions and events throughout the island, it’s also a popular week to enjoy the beach. Semana Santa attracts locals from the …
What is the mask rule in Gran Canaria? From April 20th 2022 the mask rule will be dropped in Spain including the Canary Islands, except for the following places: – All public transport– Chemists, hospitals and any health establishments inc: blood donation centers and residential …