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Lopesan Plans Vast New Shopping Centre At Meloneras
Gran Canaria's biggest hotel chain, Lopesan, plans to build a huge new shopping mall at Meloneras that will house the south's El Corte Inglés.
Gran Canaria Carnival dates For 2017
Carnival season is coming up fast so here are the dates of the main 2017 carnival events in Gran Canaria.
Caveman Ruins Can't Stop World's Best Water Parks, Says Island President
The Gran Canaria president Antonio Morales has stated that the discovery of aboriginal remains on the site of the Gran Canaria water park doesn't need to delay building work.
Gran Canaria's Fab New 5-Star Hotel Is Open
The 5-Star Radisson Blu Resort & Spa, Gran Canaria, Mogan opened its doors yesterday in the Puerto de Mogán sunshine. As Gran Canaria's biggest website, we attended the official opening and toured the room and facilities. We were impressed.
Puerto de Mogán To Ban Cars
Puerto de Mogán plans to ban cars from the marina and the Playa de Mogán area behind the beach.
Las Palmas De Gran Canaria Voted The Coolest Destination In Europe
The travel world is catching up with what we've known for years: Las Palmas de Gran Canaria city is cool. And now, it's Number 1º on Tripadvisor's list of Europe's Top Emerging Destinations.
Gran Canaria Home To One Of The World's Rarest Birds
The Gran Canaria blue chaffinch has been recognised as a separate species and goes straight on the Red List as one of the world's most endangered birds
Puerto Rico Shopping Centre Refurb Moves Ahead
The two main areas of the Puerto Rico shopping centre are to be refurbished by reputable local firm SATOCAN.
Tejeda Voted Top Rural Wonder In Spain
Tejeda village is the top rural wonder in Spain, according to a popular vote organised by Top Rural.
Elton John Plays Gran Canaria On July 17 (Edit: Now 18)
The ink is still fresh on the contract but we can confirm that Elton John plays Las Palmas de Gran Canaria on July 18 , 2017.
Aerosmith Tickets For The Summer?
First, we had as-yet unconfirmed rumours that Elton John was playing Gran Canaria in 2017 and now it's America's Best Rock And Roll Band's turn to tease us.
Gran Canaria GC 200 West Coast Road Gone For Good
The epic, cliff-edge GC-200 road that runs between La Aldea and Agaete on Gran Canaria's west coast is now closed permanently after a 300-tonne rockfall.
Uma Thurman To Film 'Down A Dark Hall' In Gran Canaria
Local press reports indicate that Hollywood A-lister and star of Pulp Fiction Uma Thurman comes to Gran Canaria in December to film scenes from fantasy drama Down A Dark Hall.
Exclusive Tour Of The Radisson Blu Resort & Spa: Gran Canaria's Newest Five Star Hotel
Exclusive photos from the Radisson Blu Resort & Spa at Puerto de Mogán in Puerto de Mogán; Gran Canaria's newest 5-Star hotel due to open in December 2016.
No, Tenerife Isn't About To Erupt
The dregs of the British press (Express, Star; Mail won't be far behind) reported yesterday that Teide volcano on Tenerife is about to erupt. Here's why they are talking nonsense.
British Tourists Warned To Avoid Dodgy Ambulance Scam In The Canary Islands
Visitors to the Canary Islands have been warned to watch out for fake ambulances and a scam based around food poisoning in hotels.
Watch UK TV Anywhere In The World With TV Mucho
Gran Canaria-based TV Mucho brings high-quality and completely legal UK TV to everyone around the world with a television set and an internet connection.
Gran Canaria News: What On Earth Is Going On At Anfi Del Mar
So, local property and construction firm Lopesan has bought a 50% stake of Anfi del Mar timeshare resort for €40 million. Why so cheap?
Son of Bjorn Lyng sells 50% Of Anfi to IFA for 41.300.000 euros.
The Long Walk: Join Gran Canaria's Big Charity Walk
Want to walk across Gran Canaria with a fun bunch of people, stay in hotels along the way, and raise money for a great cause? The Gran Canaria Long Walk is for you.
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