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Population:830,000

Currency:1 Euro = 100 cents

Opening hours:On weekdays shops generallyopen from 9.30 until 1.30 andthen again from 16.30 until 19.30.At weekends most only open 9.30until 1.30 on Saturday. Those inthe resort areas generally openseven days a week.

Internet:www.grancanaria.comwww.spain-grancanaria.comNewspapers:Island Connections fortnightlynewspaper

Emergency numbers:112

Tourist information:Oficina de TurismoPlaza de las Palmeras 3,Las PalmasTel: +34 928 243 [email protected]

GRAN CANARIAPUBLISHING DATE: 2010-02-26 | COUNTRY CODE: ESContents: THE ISLAND, Do & See, Beach Life, Eating, Cafés, Bars & Nightlife,Shopping, Sleeping, Essential Information, Maps

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GRAN CANARIAIf you like your climate balmy, your attractions plentiful andyour scenery varied the Canary Islands’ miniature continentcould be your bull’s eye. Geographically African, politicallySpanish and culturally diverse, Gran Canaria is a melting potof tastes and influences. Ever since the original cave dwellersroamed its palm-filled valleys and pounding shores,marauders have tried to claim it as their own - and for goodreasons.

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THE ISLAND #THE ISLAND#

Most new arrivals to Gran Canaria arelured to the gilt-edged south where sandybays, fishing harbours and bite-sized covesprovide the coconut oil crowd with aplethora of horizontal opportunities. Here,the rolling dunes of Maspalomas are theonly natural icon amongst the buzzingman-made resorts of Playa del Ingles, andPlaya de Maspalomas. Further along thecoast Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogánalso draw the bucket and spade brigade,the latter providing a scenic mooring spotfor the yacht-erati.

Inland, dotted between flower-speckledmeadows and narrow country roads, you’llfind villages like Fataga, Tamaraceite, andTeror. Here time drifts calmly by, save forthe periodic village fiesta. Unlike thecapital, Las Palmas. It’s not only the mostpopulated metropolis of the archipelagobut also the most cosmopolitan. Thehistorical quarter displays a rich legacysparkling with tales of daring incursionsthat have shaped the Gran Canaria oftoday.

DO & SEE #DOANDSEE#

VeguetaStep back in time in the old quarter of thecapital. Cobbled streets, colour-washedmansions and remarkable ornate carpentryprovide an outdoor showcase of islandhistory dating back to the 15th century.

Address: Vegueta district, Las Palmas

Puerto De MoganDubbed the ‘Venice’ of the Canary Islands,Puerto de Mogan is where the yacht-eratipark their gleaming hulls and step ashoreto visit the plentiful fish restaurants.

Address: Puerto de MoganInternet: www.internetmogan.com

Camel Ride In The Dunes OfMaspalomasDon the Lawrence of Arabia gowns and hopaboard a humped beastie for a lollopthrough 6 km of undulating sand.

Address: Avenida Dunas, MaspalomasUnderground: Bus to Faro de Maspalomas (29, 30, 32)

AqualandThe Canary Island’s biggest water parkwith over 40 slides and attractions.

Address: Carretera. Palmitos Park, Km 3, MaspalomasPhone: +34 928 140525Internet: www.aqualand.es/grancanariaMore information: Global Bus from Playa del Inglés – Line 451,Global Bus from Puerto Rico - Line 701.

Sioux CityPlenty of shoot ‘em ups, rodeos and saloonfights at this cowboys and Indians themepark

Address: Canon de Aguila, San AugustinPhone: +34 928 762 573Internet: www.siouxcity-grancanaria.com

Palmitos ParkSpecies from every continent, an exoticflora and spectacular shows awaits you atthis Gran Canaria icon. The park re-openedin August 2008, after restoration.

Address: Barranco de los Palmitos, MaspalomasPhone: +34 928 797 070Internet: www.palmitospark.es

BEACH LIFE #BEACH LIFE#

Although Gran Canaria has a glut ofcultural and verdant attractions, themajority of visitors are lured by thestretches of sand. Roughly 20 per cent of

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the coastline is made up of beachesvarying in size, facilities and colour. Due toit’s volcanic origins, black sand is common.

BEST BEACH FOR...FACILITIESPlaya Del InglesA 4-kilometre stretch of golden sandbacked by an attractive promenade and ahost of bars, restaurants and shops.

PuertoricoImported Saharan sand in a curved, gentlysloping bay.

PRIVACYSardinaA secluded cove in Galdar on the northcoast and sheltered by steep cliffs.

EATING #EATING#

Surrounded by ocean it’s no wonder thatseafood plays a starring role on the island’smenu but it’s by far not the only ingredientin Canarian cuisine. By all means samplethe local speciality of vieja (similar toparrotfish) but also keep an eye out forconejo en salmoreja (rabbit in spicy sauce)and carbon (baby goat). All will be offeredwith the ubiquitous papas arrugadas(potatoes boiled in sea salt) and a varietyof mojos (sauces based on pepper orcoriander).

TagororExcellent Canarian restaurant designedaround a series of interconnecting caves in

a stunning mountainside setting.

Address: Montana las Tierras 21, Ingenio, Aguimes.Phone: +34 928 172 013Internet: www.restaurante-tagoror.com

La Casa ViejaServing an eclectic array of food, fromfamiliar tapas to not-so familiar snails andquails. Moderately priced.

Address: Calle El Lomo 139, MaspalomasPhone: +34 928 769 010Internet: www.grillrestaurantelacasavieja.com

Le VolantA definite place to impress and beimpressed. The views over the city skylineare outstanding, the prices moderate tohigh.

Address: Calle Eduardo Benot 3, 23rd floor Hotel AC, Las PalmasPhone: +34 928 273 745

La TortugaOne of the best quayside restaurants inone of the prettiest harbours in GranCanaria. Modestly priced to attractfamilies.

Address: Harbourside, Puerto de MoganPhone: +34 928 565 670

Jardin CanarioAn award winning restaurant high abovethe botanical gardens in Tafira. Moderateto high prices.

Address: Carretera del Centro Km 7, Tafira AltaPhone: +34 928 430 939

CAFÉS #CAFES#

The café culture is alive and kicking in



Gran Canaria, particularly in the capital.Many locals partake in thimblefuls ofpotent café cortado at regular intervalsthroughout the day. Try any of the terracecafes around Parque Catalina or PlazaEspaña for an instant submersion into locallife.

Café MadridCafé alfresco in one of the most attractiveplazas in the capital

Address: Plaza de Caraisco 2, Las Palmas

La PosadaTake your pick of 20 varieties at thisfamous Las Palmas landmark.

Address: La Naval 8, Las Palmas

PlantacionesVery popular warehouse-style café withone of the best terraces for peoplewatching.

Address: Centro Comercial Monopol, Lentini 10, Las Palmas

BARS & NIGHTLIFE #BARSANDNIGHTLIFE#

Maspalomas and Playa del Ingles are theparty hotspots. The Yumbo commercialcentre is where most of the action takesplace catering for a mixed bag of revellersfrom sundown to sunrise. This is one of thegay capitals of Europe so don’t besurprised to see plenty of gender bending.

Chic And CreamInternational DJ’s entertain locals andvisitors at one of the most stylish clubs in

town.

Address: Edificio Maritim, Playa del InglesInternet: www.chicmaspalomas.com

Fibber Magee’sThe biggest venue in Puerto Rico, featuringlocal and international DJs.

Address: Centro Comercial Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico

The Garage BarUnsurprisingly designed like a garage withbar staff in overalls completing the theme.Live music and DJ’s nightly.

Address: Centro Comercial ‘Kasbah’, Playa del Ingles

SHOPPING #SHOPPING#

There are four styles of retail therapy inGran Canaria – souvenir purchases, highstreet strolling, shopping mall meanderingand local market trading. Whatever youlike in your basket, the island caters for all

The biggest concentration of shopscatering to tourist tastes are to be found inthe four-storey Yumbo Centre inMaspalomas with more than 200businesses selling everything fromcastanets to cigarettes. In the capital thelong pedestrian strip of Calle Mayor deTriana is your golden mile for high streetshopping.

For everyday goods, household items andfashion accessories all under one roof headfor one of the many malls such as LaBallena just outside Las Palmas, or LasArenas near Las Canteras beach.Alternatively try the famous El Corte Ingles



department store on Avenida Mesa yLopez, Las Palmas.

Less grand, purchases can be found at oneof the many markets dotting the island.One of the biggest, the Mercadillo deVecindario, occurs every Wednesday onthe main square in Santa Lucia deTirajana. Also check out the weekend Vegade San Mateo for art, crafts and locallyproduced food.

SLEEPING #SLEEPING#

There’s no shortage of qualityaccommodation in Gran Canaria.Understandably more of the large resorthotels are based along the southerncoastline although quieter alternatives canbe found nestled amongst the bananaplantations inland.

EXCLUSIVEGran Hotel ResidenciaOne of the island’s most upmarketofferings. Located 200 metres from thedunes of Maspalomas.

Address: Avenida del Oasis, MaspalomasPhone: +34 928 723 100Internet: www.grand-hotel-residencia.de

Gran Hotel Lopesan Villa De CondeVillage-styleresort at the high end ofluxury. Apart from the myriad ofarchitectural styles there are fourrestaurants, five bars and five swimmingpools.

Address: Mar Mediterraneo 7, MelonerasPhone: +34 928 563 200Internet: www.lopesanhr.com

Hacienda Del Buen SucesoStylish rural retreat with sea views,swimming pool, Jacuzzi and fitness room.

Address: Carretera de Arucas a Banaderos Km1, ArucasPhone: +34 928 622 945Internet: www.haciendabuensuceso.com

Seaside Hotel Palm BeachLarge boutique hotel designed in retro 70’sstyle with bright colours and dizzyingfabrics.

Address: Avenida del Oasis, MaspalomasPhone: +34 928 721 032Internet: www.hotel-palm-beach.com

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

AirportGran Canaria airport is located in Telde, 18km from the capital, Las Palmas. Theairport can be accessed from north orsouth from the GC-1 motorway.

Buses service the airport line 60 to LasPalmas takes 30 minutes, costs € 2.70euros each way and runs twice an hourstarting at 06.15.

Line 66 to Faro de Maspalomas takes anhour, costs € 3.70 each way and runs onceevery hour starting at 07.20.

Taxis are also available outside the arrivalshall and will cost in the region of € 25 toLas Palmas, € 30 to Playa del Ingles.Alternatively rent a car at one of theon-site offices.



For more information see

Internet: www.aena.es

Public TransportGran Canaria has a good local bus networkserving most parts of the island (seewww.globalsu.net for timetables andprices).

For more flexibility, don’t think twice abouthiring a car. The roads are generally verygood and well signed making driving apleasure. Having said that, Las Palmas canbe confusing for the uninitiated. It’s oftenless stressful to stop at the first car parkyou come across and then either walk orhail a taxi.

For the more active, bicycles can be hiredat a daily rate (from around € 10 for oneday).

Try:

www.happy-biking.com

+34 928 766 832.

TaxiTaxis are generally inexpensive, chargingaround € 0.40 per kilometre with fixedrates for longer distances.

PostThe main post office is in Avenida Primerode Mayo 62, Las Palmas.

PharmacyLook on the door of any chemists for thenearest duty chemist.

DentistThere are many English-speaking doctorsand dentists. Your hotel will always be ableto recommend one.

TelephoneCountry code: +34

Area code: 928

Electricity220 volts power supply using roundtwo-pin plugs.

Tourist TrapsBe careful when buying cameras andelectrical goods from shops in the touristresorts. If the price seems too good to betrue, it probably is. There are many fakesin circulation. Always ask to see aninternational guarantee before you passover any money.

Also, don’t fall for the timeshare touts whoapproach with a scratch card. The prizethey ‘can’t believe you’ve won’ can only becollected if you agree to a timeshare salestour. They say it only takes 90 minutes -count on nearly double that.

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