Gran Canaria is a “miniature continent”, located between Tenerife and Fuerteventura. Most importantly, it has extensive golden beaches and endless white sand dunes. But it also has picturesque villages and valuable historic sites. Moreover,  it offers you plenty of natural spaces. Find a diverse scenery with lovely cities combined with centuries of history and culture.

This is a popular destination for families with many activities to choose from. Firstly, you can play golf. Secondly, have some fun in the theme parks. Also the restaurants, terraces and cafes give life to these cities. There are many other opportunities for you and your family. For example try diving, surfing or sport fishing. On the other hand go cycling, climbing and hiking. Moreover, Gran Canaria also has another advantage. It has perfect surfing conditions, which is why it was often compared to Hawaii.

Puerto Rico is one of Gran Canaria’s most popular family resorts and is situated on the south coast of the island. It was once a small fishing port. Today certainly is a beautiful and pleasant holiday area with restaurants, an attractive promenade, plenty of sun and an amazing natural landscape. The cosy and beautiful beach sits just in front of the main walkway and is a paradise for sun lovers because of its soft golden sand and calm waters. Renowned to be one of the sunniest spots on the island, Playa de Puerto Rico is the place to perfect your tan. The choice of water sports on offer here is amazing. In short, Gran Canaria has something for everyone. So what are you waiting for?

Beaches in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico Beach is a 280 metres of golden sand ideal for all the family. For example, the kids can play safely in the water while you can relax on the sand. Above all, this sheltered beach is always calm and ideal for swimming throughout the year. The wide range of nearby facilities, shops and services, make spending a whole day on this beach a pleasure for families. You can read a book in the shade, take a kayak ride or enjoy a cold drink in the sunshine. While you can walk to the beach or get the bus, there’s also a car park if you choose to drive to Puerto Rico beach.

Amadores Beach is a lovely beach located in the south of the island, in the municipality of Mogan. It is the third man-made beach of the island and it is very well designed and built. There are a couple of hotels built right in the cliff, overlooking this beach. So, if you want to wake up in the morning with a beautiful view, this could be your choice. The sand of Amadores beach is white. Moreover, the contrast with the white sand makes the water look turquoise blue, as if the beach was located in the Caribbean.

Other activities in Puerto Rico

Snorkelling/Scuba Diving is a very nice activity if you like to explore the underwater world. You can buy snorkelling equipment here and snorkel on Puerto Rico beach or Amadores beach. Expect to see moray fish, parrot fish, ornate wrasse, damsel fish and maybe an octopus, cuttlefish or eagle ray if you’re lucky. So, what are you waiting for?

Wales and dolphin watching is a “must do” trip for the whole family. In one of the most popular places in the world you can experience a wonderful adventure. You are in company with whales and dolphins nearly face to face in the crystal clear blue water.