The Spanish also successfully fended off the Dutch and the English in the famous battle where Nelson lost his arm in 1797.

Now days Gran Canaria is mixture of empty rolling sand dunes and fantastic lively resorts. Huge golden sands merge into one another along the coastline, giving you a beach wherever you stay.

Temperature
In season Gran Canaria’s lowest temperature is 71F and its highest in August is 80F. The climate is mainly dry and sunny with slight breeze.

Things to do and see
One of the most popular things to do is the San Miguel boat trip, which is anchored just off the southwest coast. This excursion includes breakfast, lunch and entertainment.

Why not try the hilarious camel trip across the dunes of Maspalomas including belly dancing and Fakir the magician.

However you decide to spend your holiday there something for everyone.

Puerto Rico

Its main centre is crammed with shops, restaurants and bars
Nightlife great for party goers. The bars play loud music till the early hours
Harbour & yachting marina, perfect for deep sea fishing & other water sports
Beaches a-plenty for those who just want to relax on their holiday
Other activities include Tennis, Squash & Mini Golf. Bowling alley & water park

Playa del Ingles

2nd busiest resort after Puerto Rico
Plenty of bars & restaurants. Has its own cosmopolitan commercial centre
Stiff breeze which is great for wind surfers
Just 10 minutes away from the golden dunes of Maspalomas

Playa Taurito

Tranquil quiet resort where most entertainment is hotel based
Striking black sand beach with a few beach cafes
The Lido; man made plaza with no sand, enormous pool & palm dotted island


Amadores

Average sized resort just 10 minutes outside Puerto Rico
Beautiful man made beaches with a selection of bars and restaurants
Mogan is also 10min away; pretty scenery, little harbour with water sports

Bahia Feliz

Smaller town with a pretty square decked town that is great for families
10 mins away from Playa Del Ingles & 30 mins away from Puerto Rico
Huge golden beach surrounds the resort for those wanting to soak up the sun