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Look For Cheap Holiday Deals To Discover The Other Side Of Gran Canaria
Holidaymakers looking to have a scorching summer or wanting some warm winter sun should book holiday deals to Gran Canaria. The biggest of the Canary Islands, Gran Canaria is popular for those wanting to let their hair down and hit the clubs after a day at the beach. The most popular part of the island for youthful hedonists is the south west which also boasts one of Europe's largest gay friendly resorts in Playa del Ingles. For those that like daytime excursions, there is also have a range of options that include cruises and helicopter rides.
The most popular resort on the island, Playa del Ingles looks at first glance like typical tourist urban sprawl by the beach. However a look around brings the realisation that it is a slightly more upmarket resort than many of the traditional resorts on the well frequented Spanish costas. During the day the Playa del Ingles resort is bustling, full of families and other tourists enjoying days out at the beach before night begins to fall and the resort takes on a different, far more edgy character. The party begins as the beaches empty and clubbers do not stop until dawn.
Once the sun rises, it is business as usual and the beaches begin to fill up for another day of watersports and sun bathing. Most of the hotels offering all all inclusive holidays are close to the well frequented beaches bordering the resorts of Puerto Rico and Playa del Ingles but there are a few more to choose from. Arguably the best beach on Gran Canaria is in Maspalomas and backs on to the island's sand dunes. For holidaymakers that would prefer a day of thrillseeking to one lazing about on the beach it is possible to go skydiving above the sand dunes.
Alternatively visitors can book a helicopter ride for a tour around the island with a difference. The helicopter is definitely the best way to catch a glimpse of the forests, valleys and sand dunes without breaking a sweat. The more hands on holidaymaker can go hiking around the mountainous interior of Gran Canaria or walk through the pine forests in Tamadaba. A cheaper and less hair-raising way to get around the island is to book a day-cruise which costs around 50 Euros. Cruises last for about seven hours and will include food, drink and an on board swimming pool to cool down in.
Most cruises will stop in Las Palmas the island's capital, which is relatively large and has a population of 400, 000. A visit to the north of the island should be on the agenda so that you can experience the diversity of Gran Canaria. Las Palmas has the feeling of a grand European capital with its large open squares and ornate buildings. Holidaymakers can enjoy a small slice of big city cafe culture and visit some of the best city beaches around by getting cheap holiday deals to the 'continent in miniature'.
Fleur Fisher works in the travel industry and writes articles based on the world's top destinations and the latest holiday offers.
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