Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria is often called a continent in miniature, as it packs golden dunes, green ravines and volcanic peaks into one round island. In the south, the resort of Maspalomas is famous for its sand dunes and long beaches, described in our guide to things to do in Maspalomas. In the north, the capital Las Palmas de Gran Canaria offers the historic Vegueta district and Las Canteras, one of the best city beaches in Spain. For an overview of the whole island, see our guide to Gran Canaria.
Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria highlights - Maspalomas dunes, Roque Nublo and the old streets of Vegueta
Ancient travellers are said to have named this island after the big dogs they found here, not after the little yellow birds. The canaries came later, and so did...
Cities in Spain
A slow holiday in Maspalomas - Dunes, lighthouse walks and lazy beach days
Half an hour from the airport, and you're barefoot on golden sand that looks like a slice of...
Gran Canaria
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria travel guide - Cobbled Vegueta, a reef-sheltered beach and a crater next door
Most visitors land at the airport, pick up a hire car and head straight for the resorts in...