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Gran Canary airport -- Turism

Crowning an island of tall cliffs to the north and extensive beaches to the south, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is a city which offers sun, sea and an exceptional historic legacy. Mild temperatures throughout the year make for an enjoyable and racially diverse city. The combination of the aboriginal Guanche culture, its colonial past, and the fact that it is only 90 miles from the coast of Africa create a distinctive character resulting from the mix of Europe, America and Africa. Interesting towns are the perfect counterpoint to more than 200 kilometres of coastline, where visitors can do their favourite water sports.

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is a perfect place for visiting the entire island. More than 200 kilometres of coastline are at the visitor's disposal offering cliffs which plunge into the sea and beaches like that of San Agustín, Playa del Inglés or Maspalomas, which are only an example. Places to do water sports and sports on dry land, such as golf. Children will also enjoy the facilities on the island: a water park, go-kart circuit, amusement park, mini-train or a camel safari are just some of the possibilities for kids.

Nature lovers have the chance to see very diverse ecosystems within a short distance of one another. The volcanic origins of the island make it possible to see craters and volcanic cones. The subtropical climate has created a striking wealth of fauna and flora. But to the south, all which was lushness becomes a desert of dunes, more typical of a semi-arid climate. The landscape continues to surprise us with the forests of Terciario, rocks, natural dams and ravines.

The villages, towns and cities, meanwhile, take us back to a colonial period, both inland and on the coast. Gáldar, Arucas, or Telde are some of the most interesting. Any of these places offers us a richly-laid dinner table based on Canary Islands cuisine. Vegetable stew, marinated tuna, a spicy Spanish sausage similar to Majorcan sausage and sweet black pudding (with raisins and almonds) are just some of the region's specialities. Not forgetting the fact that we are in an area with a subtropical climate, which provides avocodo, mango and vegetables, generally speaking, all year round. Among the desserts, marzipan is the most famous. The Designation of Origin Gran Canaria wines are a good choice to accompany any meal.

Hotels

Husa Princesa
Princesa, 40
28008 Madrid

     



A Hotel With Art. The Hotel Husa Princesa is a light and spacious, modern hotel, situated in the heart of Madrid, and offering an exclusive and distinguished atmosphere with excellent and attentive service. The hotel is ideally located for both business and leisure travellers..

Hesperia Presidente
Avda. Diagonal, 570
08021 Barcelona
     



Hotel with an exceptional emplacement between Av. Diagonal and Muntaner street, in the heart of finances, commercial and business area of the city and about 15 minutes walking distance from Plaza Catalunya and Ramblas. Totally refurbished, the hotel distributes in 15 floors a total of 155 rooms, and conference facilities with natural light and Diagonal Avenue sights. A la carte Restaurant and executive menu at middays..

Meliá Barcelona
Avda. Sarriá 50
08029 Barcelona
     



Luxurious hotel situated in the most modern area of Barcelona next to the new shopping center and just 10 minutes from the airport. Enjoy the confortable surroundings of the 300 functionally decorated rooms equipped with all kind of facilities. Our professional team and 24 h. room service guarantee a pleasent stay. Start the day with the gastronomical delights of Melia Barcelona's extensive and varied breakfast buffet..

Golf courses

Sanlúcar Club de Campo
Urb. Sanlúcar Club de Campo, Divina Pastora, 6
11540 Sanlúcar de Barrameda (Cádiz)
Tel. +34 856130994 / Fax +34 856130995

holes: 18
par: 72


Located in the Lomas de Martín Miguel development in Sanlúcar de Barrameda, with stunning views of the mouth of the Guadalquivir River, the Doñana National Park and the vineyards of the Jerez region..


Club de Golf Campano
Avenida Reyes Católicos, 15
11130 Chiclana de la Frontera (Cádiz)
Tel. +34 956493081 / Fax +34 956402134

holes: 9
par: 36


Is located close to Chiclana and offers a smooth and easy round of golf through a private urbanization. Of particular interest is hole nº 2, with a dog -led to the right, croassing a riverbed, which requires more of a steady hand than a long drive. The club, close to Novo Sancti Petri, has an excellent driving range and a very complete club house..