Located on the South-West of Spain and on the North-East of the African continent the Canary Islands, formed by 7 islands, offers uncountable opportunities to its visitors.
Gran Canaria is known as the “Small continent” because few places have such a diversity of contrasts as this island. As well as its incredible beaches and lost virgin creeks, where the thermometer moves near the 24º all the year, the mountains in the interior results delicious green landscapes of sub-tropical forests. It is the ideal place to practise your favourite sport or enjoy relaxing holidays with you beloved or your family. The people of Gran Canaria celebrate one of the funniest and spectacular carnivals in Europe, as well as a lot of bank holidays during all the year and where all the people are welcome.

• Official time: UTC +1 on Summer/ UTC on Winter.
  
• Official language: Spanish
  
• Official Currency: Euro (EUR).
  
• Population: Approximately 700.000 inhabitants.
  
• Electricity: 220V
  
• Payments methods: Most shops accept cash and major international credit cards, such as VISA, MasterCard and American Express.