HOW TO SPEND YOUR GRAN CANARIA HOLIDAY
Holidays to Gran Canaria are perfect for those seeking an exciting, picturesque getaway with glorious sunshine all year round. The second largest of the Canary Islands, there's lots to keep you entertained, from gorgeous sandy beaches to bustling bars and restaurants. You'll be pleased to know that it's blissfully warm in Gran Canaria even outside of the summer months, with temperatures up to 28°C in the summer and 21°C in the winter - so whether you're looking for a summer sun getaway or an escape from the cold, a holiday in Gran Canaria could be just what you're looking for.
Gran Canaria holidays are about more than just sunbathing, however! Take part in the beach watersports and boat trips, or play golf on one of the island's eight courses. If you're feeling adventurous, why not explore the mountainous terrain on a hiking trip? If you fancy a shopping spree, head to Gran Canaria's capital Las Palmas for the designer boutiques and high street favourites. Seeing as shopping is thirsty work, why not reward yourself with a refreshing glass of sangria or beer before you head back! Restaurants in Gran Canaria cater for everyone, and you'll find Canarian, Italian, Chinese and British cuisine. You’ll also find delicious locally produced wines or sangria, as well as Gran Canaria’s famous Acuras rum.
Get in touch with the Hays Travel team to book your holiday to Gran Canaria. Still window shopping? Then take a look at our other getaways to the Canary Islands, or our Balearic escapes including holidays to Majorca, Ibiza and Menorca.
THINGS TO DO ON YOUR GRAN CANARIA HOLIDAY
Holidays to Gran Canaria are packed with things to see and do. As you'd expect from a sunshine holiday island, Gran Canaria boasts water sports and boat trips galore, but there's plenty going on on dry land too. Explore the mountainous terrain on a hiking trip, or play a round of golf on one of the island's eight courses. Don't miss a camel trip through the breathtaking Maspalomas Dunes; you'll feel like you're in the Sahara. Great family days out include Aqua Sur Waterpark with its many pools and chutes, Crocodile Park zoo and Palmitos Park, home to exotic birds, fish and cacti. For retail therapy, head to the department stores and boutiques of capital Las Palmas, or pick up a bargain at a Sunday morning market.
Gran Canaria holidays are about more than just sunbathing! Gran Canaria's wide range of resorts mean that there's a type of evening entertainment to suit every visitor. The entertainment complexes in the more developed resorts put bars, restaurants and clubs in one place. Playa del Ingles is a must for party animals in search of nonstop parties and busy bars. For trendy nightspots, jazz bars and casinos head for Maspalomas. Puerto Rico is a family favourite, but its happy hour bars and discos attract groups of friends, especially in the summer months. In the capital Las Palmas, experience tapas cafes and salsa clubs.
Many family friendly hotels offer onsite entertainment with little ones in mind. For true relaxation, spend evenings simply sitting on your balcony and taking in the beautiful island sunsets. Gran Canaria holidays bear similarities to Lanzarote holidays, so don’t forget to check out its sister island too.
FOOD & DRINK IN GRAN CANARIA
Restaurants and cafes on Gran Canaria cater for most tastes. You’ll find typical Canarian cuisine and fish restaurants alongside Italian, Chinese and British fare. Be sure to try tapas and paella, a must-eat on Gran Canaria holidays, as well as the locally produced wines, sangria and famous Arucas rum. All inclusive hotels offer good value for money with food and drink thrown in and larger resorts have the fast food chains you'd expect. With an endless selection of food and drink to try, you’ll never go hungry on holiday to Gran Canaria!