In the past Lanzarote has been known for its packaged hotel offers – and fantastic weather all year round. However, it was not known for stylish boutique hotels with character. Until Michelle and Xavier began Lanzarote Retreats in 2007. This family-run company pioneered chic and eco-friendly accommodation on Lanzarote in the north of the island. …
Canary Islands Travel Blog Posts
Head to Spain’s beautiful Canary Islands. There are some fantastic markets on Gran Canaria, Gran Canaria day trips and things to do in Maspalomas.
Or check out the best things to do on Lanzarote – plus the best place to stay in Lanzarote.
They’re all in my Canary Islands travel blog posts.
Prior to my first visit to Gran Canaria two years ago, I had slightly dismissed the Canary Islands. I thought of this destination as somewhere people went for fly and flop all inclusive holidays and not somewhere for boutique adventurers. I was very wrong. One of the pleasures of having a travel blog is being …
There are A LOT of markets in Gran Canaria. From the large to the small. Here is my complete guide to Gran Canaria markets. Gran Canaria Markets in the Mountains 1. Teror Market Gran Canaria Teror is a very cute mountain town in the north of Gran Canaria. Plaza del Pino is the centre of town …
Maspalomas is the main large city in the south of Gran Canaria and one of the most popular places for hotels and resorts. The best part of Maspalomas is when it meets Melonaras on the seafront. If you’re not staying in Maspalomas, it is an excellent place for a Gran Canaria Excursion. Here is my …
Many see Gran Canaria as a place where tourists go for the sole purpose of getting drunk in an all-inclusive atmosphere. I found they couldn’t be more wrong. There are some fantastic things to do in Gran Canaria – from fantastic watersports, dolphin watching, jeep safaris, brilliant food in areas like Maspalomas, the Gran Canaria …