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Although only a small island Gran Canaria has a fascinating mix of contrasts. From the snow capped peak of the Pico de las Nieves to the rolling sands of Maspalomas and the sometimes raucous night life of Las Palmas, Gran Canaria has something to offer every traveller. Gran Canaria is blessed with a wealth of natural resources, the most notable of these being the numerous and exquisite beaches of the island and as a result of the temperate climate and agreeable temperatures of the bathing waters (ranging between 18ºC during winter months and 22ºC during the rest of the year) it is possible to enjoy the beaches throughout the year.

With this climate Gran Canaria attracts holiday makers year round and the island has become well known for its range of watersports, in particular wind surfing. With direct flights from a number of European cities it has become a mecca for those seeking winter sun without having to travel to Caribbean.

Things to do…..

Maspalomas beach- 250 hectares of sand dunes right next to the sea

Natural Reserve of Inagua - The mountains of Inagua, Ojeda and Pajonales comprise one of the best-preserved natural pine forests in Gran Canaria

Scuba Diving- Gran Canaria offers a never-ending range of possibilities when it comes to underwater activities. Visitors to the island, which is of volcanic origin, are amazed by the biological and ecological richness of its seabed, as well as the beauty and variety of its underwater scenery

How to get there….

Las Palmas International Airport is situated 11 miles to the South of the city of Las Palmas. The airport has direct flights from across Europe with a wide choice of scheduled, low cost and charter carriers. All the islands resorts are easily reached from the Island main north/south motorway and there is a variety of car hire companies to choose from.

With Car Hire 3000 you can get car hire throughout the Canary Islands including car hire Tenerife, car hire Fuertaventura, car hire Lanzarote, car hire Gran Canaria and car hire La Palma