Gran Canaria is one of the Spanish Canary Islands, located just off the northwest of Africa. A beautiful place that’s popular with holidaymakers, it’s known for its bustling atmosphere and year round hot weather. If you are looking for the ideal holiday destination as a family, a group of friends, or for somewhere to go with your other half, this is a place that ticks all the boxes. It has plenty to do, isn’t too expensive when you are out there and has the benefit of being warm and sunny most of the time. If you’re considering a break away to Gran Canaria, we have put together some tips for you to follow.
Decide what you want to do before you go
When you are planning a holiday to Gran Canaria, you want to have a look at the activities on the island ahead of time. This will help you and anyone heading on holiday with you, to decide what you want to spend your holiday doing and make sure you don’t miss out. It can also help you to budget as some things might need booking and could turn out more expensive than you may have thought. There are many activities here, from climbing volcanoes to visiting the aquarium or the sand dunes.
Look at the different types of accommodation.
Another thing you need to think about when you are going to Gran Canaria is where you want to stay. While this island might be small, there are many different options here, fromvillas in Gran Canaria, to luxury or boutique hotels and airbnbs. Think about what you want from your accommodation – do you want plenty of space to call your own? Or do you want someone to do everything for you? Speak with whoever you’re going with and decide what will be the best fit for your trip. If you’re travelling as a group or family, a villa is a brilliant choice to give you plenty of space and privacy, while you might also like this option if you are a couple. The choice is yours!
Make the most of the water sports
Being an island, Gran Canaria is the perfect spot for water sports so make the most of this when you are here. On the island you can rent out equipment such as jet skis, paddle boards and so much more. The surf is ideal for making the most of, and even if you’ve never done a water sport before, there are a host of places that you can learn.
These are just a few top tips that should help you when visiting this beautiful island. No matter who you are visiting with or how long you are going for, you’re sure to have a fantastic time and create memories that will last forever. Have you got a trip planned to Gran Canaria? Or is it somewhere that you’re considering going to? If so, let us know in the comments below, we’d love to hear from you!
