Gran Canaria features a range of holiday resorts, from the livelier Playa Del Ingles to the quieter Meloneras, as well as more culturally interesting capital Las Palmas. As with the other Canary Islands Gran Canaria has a host of water sports to enjoy from windsurfing and paddle boarding to five-star Catamaran cruises.

For those that are looking for something more archeologically adventurous the Cueva Pintada Museum and Archaeological Park is a must see. The highlight is a cave adorned with geometric shapes, whilst the museum features displays showing what life was like before the conquistadors arrived.