Bargain Package Holidays to Gran Canaria
Summary
Gran Canaria holidays offer something for everyone, whether it be sampling some of the buzzing nightlife, simply relaxing on one of its many beaches or taking in some of its amazing sights. Gran Canaria sits in between Fuerteventura and Tenerife and is the one of the two most developed of the Canary Islands. It enjoys year round sunshine and keeps its beautiful weather throughout Christmas and New Year, therefore making it perfect for those opting to take winter holidays to Gran Canaria. There is a range of resorts to discover here, all lying on its 200km of stunning coastline of soft golden sands and clear blue waters, attracting millions of holidaymakers every year to experience what the island has to offer. Lots of holidaymakers can head to its bustling capital Las Palmas in the northeast of the island, however most visitors enjoy Gran Canaria holidays on the south coast, with its dry, warm climate and array of activities to try.
Getting there and getting around
Package holidays in Gran Canaria have never been so popular, as Britain’s weather slowly declines in the winter, more and more people are looking to head off in search of a bit of much needed sunshine. When flying to Gran Canaria passengers will fly into Las Palmas Airport, the fifth busiest airport in Spain and by far the busiest of the Canary Islands. There are 19 different airports you can fly from in England, Scotland and Wales, on both charter and scheduled airlines at low costs. Once you arrive in Las Palmas Airport transfers are efficient. The airport shuttle buses that will run you to the resorts are very cheap, and they can be found at the centre of the terminal. Also there are many private taxis available. To take all the stress out of your holidays to Gran Canaria, you may even choose to ensure that transfers are pre-booked before your holiday.
Things to do
If lying around the beach all day isn’t your thing, Gran Canaria is among the best of Spain’s holiday destinations in terms of things to do. The island offers a large selection of theme parks aimed at visitors of all ages and many are good for an entire day’s entertainment. If culture is more your thing, then there is an impressive selection of museums and art galleries to be found on the Island.
For family holidays or perhaps those sampling 18 to 30 holidays in Maspolomas, the Aquasur water park is not to be missed, offering 130,000 square meters of space and a whopping 33 slides and 13 water attractions, it’s sure to keep even the biggest kids extremely happy. With plenty of restaurants and a mini golf course away from the water, mum and dad will be happy too. Another favourite topping the list of things to do for most visitors is a camel ride through the famous dunes of Maspolomas and the valley of Fataga in the south of the island. Said to be an experience in itself, the camel ride allows you to sit and enjoy your surroundings in a peaceful environment under the warm sun.
Food and drink
Most places in Gran Canaria offer a diverse choice of food to choose from. The majority of resorts offer an abundance of middle to high class restaurants that serve typical local cuisine, offering great value for money in a friendly atmosphere. In Gran Canaria there are many local delicacies, a favourite speciality dish is named ‘rancho canario; a thick soup with vegetables and meat, said to be delicious. Another favourite is ‘mojo,’ a typical Canarian spicy sauce. Both can be found in most eateries on the islands and locals are keen on encouraging their foreign visitors to give them a try. As in most destinations around Spain, there are plenty of British favourites served in restaurants and cafes. The tourism industry is huge in Gran Canaria, therefore typical fast food places such as McDonalds are easy to find. With regard to the drinks in Gran Canaria, a local favourite is banana liqueur, made from locally grown fruit and extremely refreshing whilst out in the sun. For cheap holidays in Gran Canaria and other destinations around the world, visit travel.co.uk and ensure you find the best possible deal on the market.