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24th September 2009
Gran Canaria is part of the Canary Island Chain in the Atlantic and lies just over 200km from the northwest African Coast. The island owes its formation to violent volcanic activity but there are no such worries today – the only trouble you will have at... Read >
Author: John Downes30th July 2009
Spanish Canary Island Gran Canaria is the central island of the Canaries and home to many beautiful golden sand beaches. Resorts on the island are full of character and backed by Spanish villages, lending an authentic Spanish flair. As the capital island ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer17th July 2009
Gran Canaria property like the majority of Spain has suffered during the current Crisis but you only have to look at the island of Gran Canaria itself to know that things will improve and like most of the world right now there are opportunities ... Read >
Author: Susana Suspenda16th July 2009
I have lived in Caleta de Fuste for more than three years at present, and will remain to do so for the forseeable future, in as much as, I have no strategy to leave.
Caleta de Fuste is a small town, and a few would say a little too small, but that mer... Read >
Author: Alan Redman28th June 2009
Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands, and being 84km long you are not going to run out of things to do! Even if you are heading to the island exclusively for the sun, at some point you will want to explore the Island. It is said that a trip here ... Read >
Author: Mairead Foley22nd June 2009
Well known as an ideal tourist hideaway, Gran Canaria continues to appeal to travelers. The largest of the Canary Islands, often referred to as a "miniature continent," Gran Canaria offers a lot to the visitor. The natural beauty is a mix of tropical land... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer20th May 2009
Gran Canaria is a wonderful holiday destination and there is much more to this holiday resort than sun, sea and sand. With so much to do and an abundance of activities all geared towards the international tourist, a visit to Gran Canaria is a must for yo... Read >
Author: Mairead Foley18th May 2009
The Canary Islands are a haven for tourists year-round and while many choose to visit one of its seven islands, going on a Canaries cruise can be the best way to see the highlights of this sun-drenched region.
Located off the west coast of Africa, the ... Read >
Author: Dipika Patel12th May 2009
Gran Canaria also called ‘The Little Continent’ because of its many different climates and variety of landscapes is an island located off the northwest coast of Africa. Gran Canaria is a very popular holiday resort and offers balmy and beautiful surr... Read >
Author: Mairead Foley05th May 2009
Holidaymakers who frequent Spain and her islands showed in an opinion poll recently that the Canary Islands rank as one of their top destinations.
The poll gives special mention to San Bartolome de Tirajana, Gran Canaria's largest municipality. Gran Ca... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer10th March 2009
The sandy beaches of the Canary Islands are some of the most popular year round beach destinations in the world. Gran Canaria is the central island of the Canaries and home to many beautiful golden sand beaches. Resorts on the island are full of character... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer30th January 2009
In these days of the credit crunch, falling house prices, economic gloom and one of the coldest and wettest winters we can remember, it is not surprising that many people’s thoughts are turning to summer time.
The search is on for Cheap Holidays!
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Author: Kim27th October 2008
A recent opinion poll of European tourists indicates that the Canary Islands are one of Spain's top destinations. This is music to the ears of business owners in Gran Canaria and the surrounding islands. It follows a prediction of economic downturn in Eur... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer06th October 2008
Have you always dreamt about a one-week vacation in paradise? Are you one of those persons whose dream vacation includes wide beaches, crystal clear ocean water, luxurious hotels with saunas and a wild nightlife? Well, then you should consider the Canary ... Read >
Author: Go-Cielo.com06th October 2008
Have you always dreamt about a one-week vacation in paradise? Are you one of those persons whose dream vacation includes wide beaches, crystal clear ocean water, luxurious hotels with saunas and a wild nightlife? Well, then you should consider the Canary ... Read >
Author: Go-Cielo.com22nd September 2008
Gran Canaria is one of the Canary Islands - where the sun, sea and beaches converge to create the perfect winter holiday destination. The Canary Islands themselves were created by volcanic activity spanning several hundred years. Their location provides t... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer03rd September 2008
This year's Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA) Conference will be held in October on the Canary Island of Gran Canaria.
This year's theme is 'Innovation'. ABTA will have the opportunity to enjoy first-hand some of the places they recommend to ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer23rd July 2008
Many people looking to book holidays often leave it late in order to try and catch some last minute deals. In fact, it is estimated that 12 million people had booked their summer holidays by the end of February. Each family has their own criteria to what ... Read >
Author: Karl Bantleman30th June 2008
For most people a holiday is an excuse to relax and unwind, to forget the daily grind of work and to re-charge the batteries. Destinations the world over have relied on their country's laid-back attitudes and ideal geographies to attract millions of holid... Read >
Author: Daniel Collins13th June 2008
We all have different ideas about what makes a great summer holiday, but a lot of people will be dreaming about long, sandy beaches, cool breezes and endless summer sun to enjoy on their next holiday abroad.
One of the best locations in the world for i... Read >
Author: Isla Campbell01st April 2008
If you are considering buying a holiday home, you may be surprised that prices for apartments and villas on Spain's Canary Islands are looking good for investors in the coming year.
The latest statistics show that prices on the islands of Tenerife and ... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer21st February 2008
Gran Canaria is one of the seven islands that make up the Canary Islands. This group of islands are located just off the coast of north-west Africa, and because of their location they have year round warm weather. This makes them an extremely popular tour... Read >
Author: Nick Cox24th January 2008
According to a recent survey, as the weather gets colder, customers are becoming increasingly likely to travel abroad. Within the industry, there is a year on year increase in the amount of people travelling abroad during the winter months.
Amongst the... Read >
Author: Karl Bantleman17th January 2008
Two hundred and ten kilometers off the coast of Africa, lie a group of islands in the possession of Spain known as the Canary Islands. Gran Canaria is one of these, the third larges island in the chain, and is roughly round with a population of over 800,... Read >
Author: directline-holidays.co.uk06th August 2007
Hotels and holiday companies in Spain are winning the battle for European holidaymakers, with an impressive 5 per cent rise in visitor numbers for the 2007 summer season.
The country welcomed over ten million holiday makers in January, February and Mar... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer06th December 2006
Las Palmas is an incredible large city in a rather small island, Gran Canaria. With almost 400.000 inhabitants, Las Palmas is the capital of Gran Canaria as well as capital of the province of Las Palmas (covering the islands of Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and... Read >
Author: Anders Johnson16th November 2006
The Guanches are believed to be the first inhabitants of the Canary Islands. Where they came from is still uncertain, but they could actually be a mix of Berbers from the north of Africa, and scandinavian vikings. Written material from the spanish 'conqui... Read >
Author: Anders Johnson09th November 2006
Have you always dreamt about a one-week vacation in paradise? Are you one of those persons whose dream vacation includes wide beaches, crystal clear ocean water, luxurious hotels with saunas and a wild nightlife? Well, then you should consider the Canary ... Read >
Author: Rick Martin04th October 2006
Beers of the Canary Islands
The Canary Island archipelago is famous for its sunny beaches, night life, excursions, hiking… Well people seem to find these islands suitable for a wide range of activities. One common factor is the climate, the Canary Isla... Read >
Author: Anders Johnson25th April 2006
Lanzarote is one of a number of islands which collectively make up the Canary Islands. There has been a lot of building development over recent years throughout the islands. So what makes Lanzarote stand out from the other islands?
There are 4 main Can... Read >
Author: Bob Dickie04th November 2005
Holidays
Now is the time that people are looking for Winter Holidays and also thinking about their Summer Holidays too. This article will look at the various options that are available to holidaymakers looking to go on a Villa Holiday in the Winter or ... Read >
Author: Peter Hartley
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