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 With
its stunning natural beauty, Gran
Canaria, the third largest of the Canary
Islands, is perhaps the most scenic of
all. Known as the miniature continent,
the island offers a diversity of landscapes
from its lush mountainous interior, the
jagged cliffs of the north, to the
undulating sand dunes of the south. Its
bustling capital, Las Palmas, is teeming
with shops bearing duty free goods and
designer wear as well as an outstanding
choice of restaurants. Holidaymakers
flock to the sun drenched southern
coastline where the islands main resorts
lie. Here, long beaches of soft golden
sand and calm shallow waters, together
with year round sunshine, make Gran
Canaria a real beach lover's paradise.
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Puerto Rico |
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 Situated
on the southwest coast and renowned as
the hottest resort on the island, Puerto
Rico is one of the most popular choices
for families as well as couples. Set
within a valley, hotels and apartments
rise up the hillside from the small yet
gorgeous crescent shaped beach. This
gently shelving beach is made up of soft
golden sands from the Sahara and is
pleasantly sheltered thanks to steep
cliffs surrounding the resort. Behind
the beach, set amidst lush tropical
gardens with exotic plants and flowers,
two public swimming pools offer an
alternative spot to take a refreshing
dip. The commercial centre offers a
whole host of shopping opportunities
whilst a stroll along the promenade will
take you to the resorts many bars,
restaurants and cafes. With water sports
from the bustling marina and a wide
selection of activities by day and
night, Puerto Rico certainly does have
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Playa Del Ingles |
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As the largest and liveliest resort on
the island, holidays in Playa Del Ingles
are centred around sun and fun and if
you are looking for lazy days on the
beach and non-stop entertainment by
night, this is the place for you. During
the peak summer months, the resort is
bustling with English holidaymakers of
all ages whilst, during the quieter
months of the year, the resort attracts
a more family orientated crowd. Playa
Del Ingles offers an extensive range of
dining options from fast food to typical
Canarian fare as well as a huge array of
pubs, bars and clubs. The town is a
shopper's paradise offering everything
from duty free goods and souvenirs to
electrical wares and designer clothing.
Beach lovers will be drawn to the
fabulous golden sands which stretch 10
miles along the coast before merging
with the extraordinary sand dunes of
neighbouring Maspalomas. Away from the
beach, you will find activities galore
including water parks, golf, camel rides
and go-karting. With its cosmopolitan
atmosphere and year round facilities,
Playa Del Ingles is a perfect choice for
a fun-filled, action-packed holiday.
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Puerto Mogan |
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This charming resort, located on the
southwest coast, is based around a
delightful yacht filled marina. Its
narrow streets are lined with
traditional Mediterranean style houses
with pretty gardens draped in
multicoloured bougainvilleas. Puerto
Mogan is also known as Little Venice,
thanks its central canal and water
channels crossed by small footbridges
whilst quaint fisherman's cottages
preserve the towns Spanish traditions.
The horseshoe shaped beach shelves
gently into the ocean and, being
sheltered, is perfect for bathers of all
ages. At the harbour-side, restaurants,
bars and cafes spill out onto the
promenade and provide an idyllic setting
to enjoy locally caught seafood or
superb typical Canarian specialities in
a relaxed and peaceful atmosphere.
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Maspalomas |
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Boasting arguably the most beautiful
beach on the island, where an impressive
6 kilometres of golden sand stretches
along the coastline, Maspalomas is
simply a beach lover's paradise. Backed
by the legendary sand dunes, some of
which reach almost 50 metres in height,
this low rise resort is popular with
families and sun worshippers alike. Its
600 acres of sweeping wind-sculptured
dunes are now a protected sanctuary and
are home to native wildlife as well as a
variety of rare flora. The beach, with
shallow turquoise waters, offers safe
bathing for younger holidaymakers and is
the perfect spot to relax and work on
that tan. There is more to Maspalomas
than just sand with plenty of
attractions nearby from theme parks,
water and amusement parks to golf
courses and shopping centres. Only 2
kilometres west of Playa del Ingles, the
resort is more upmarket and laid-back
than its boisterous neighbour, yet still
offers an abundance of superb al fresco
eateries, friendly bars and cafes. |
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Playa Meloneras |
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 For
peace and tranquillity, luxury
accommodation and top-class restaurants
look no further than Playa Meloneras.
Situated on the southern coast, adjacent
to Maspalomas, Meloneras is an idyllic
retreat for those who wish to relax and
take it easy. The lovely stretch of
beach leads to its pebbly coastline and
is, as a rule, quiet year round.
Meloneras itself nestles above the beach
and boasts amazing coastal views from
its paved promenade. Here you will find
a choice of select bars and restaurants
offering exceptional cuisine as well as
excellent traditional fare. For designer
labels and stylish boutiques head for
the newly built shopping centre or if
you're feeling a little more energetic,
try your hand at a spot of golf at the
resort's 18-hole golf course. Meloneras
is popular with families and couples
looking for rest and relaxation whilst
within easy reach of the larger resorts
of Maspalomas and Playa Del Ingles.
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