Monday, 10 August 2015 23:05

Theo van der Werff

We've been coming to this island for many years and would love to live there. 

Perfect climate and very gay friendly. 

Throughout the years we've met many people we now call friends.

WE LOVE THIS ISLAND.

Published in Gran Canaria Fans
Monday, 10 August 2015 22:56

Rob Robinson

This is our tenth year coming here for our summer break.

We love the weather, the food, the people and it's so easy to get around the island.

This is us enjoying a fabulous meal out this week :)

Published in Gran Canaria Fans
Monday, 10 August 2015 22:52

Brigitte Bogerd

For more than ten years we've been coming to Gran Canaria. At least once a year, and if we can twice. We stay at the Riu Don Miguel where it feels like we're at home.

But that feeling we have with all the people on Gran Canaria. Sometimes I say that I think that I was a Canarian in my former life.

In september we'll be at the island again, for three weeks. Lovely. It's just like coming home for us.

 

Published in Gran Canaria Fans
Monday, 10 August 2015 22:44

Corina de Bruijn

We visited gran canaria twenty years ago for the first time, but there were no hotels yet beyond the light house. Six years ago they were building Baobab and we made a reservation, it was not ready in time so they offered us Villa del Conde. Ever since we recommend Maspalomas to everyone who is looking for a great vacation.

Our family visited all the Lopesan hotels now and we visited Baobab twice which we normally never do.

Maspalomas is most certainly one of our favourite destinations.

Published in Gran Canaria Fans
Monday, 10 August 2015 22:40

Michael Fraisl

I have a lot of pictures from Gran Canaria.

My wife and me enjoy our holidays always in february on your wonderful island.

We always stay in Suites Princess in Lago Taurito. 

These are always the best two weeks of the whole year! :)

Greetings from Vienna!!

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  • Exchange Money In Gran Canaria Or At Home?
    Exchange Money In Gran Canaria Or At Home?

    Visitors to Gran Canaria often ask whether it is better to exchange their local currency for euros at home or in Gran Canaria. 

    The answer is that it is almost always better to buy your euros at home than it is to bring pounds to Gran Canaria and use local banks or currency exchanges. This rule of thumb applies all over the world. A currency is almost always cheaper the further away you are from the place you can spend it (because demand for it is lower). 

    Exchange rates are almost always better at home than in Gran Canaria

    You are very likely to get a better exchange rate using a British currency exchange specialist or local bank. Many of these companies will deliver your euros to your home.

    One of the best rates in the UK is often from the post office, especially if you do it well in advance.

    The only way you'll get a better rate in Gran Canaria than at home is if the exchange rate changes while you are travelling and this is rare. 

    You also have to bear in mind that currency exchanges in Gran Canaria are getting rarer and some local banks don't exchange money for non-clients. 

    To Transfer large amouynts of money to Gran Canaria, or to make regular transfers, always use a reputable currency broker such as Currencies Direct. This will save you money on exchange rates and bank charges and is highky secure. 

    The risk of bringing cash to Gran Canaria

    Another important factor to consider is the risk of bringing cash to Gran Canaria: If it is lost or stolen, there is no way of getting it back. 

    It is much safer to bring a debit or credit card and use local bank ATMs to take out money. These days, a good option is a pre-charged debit card. 

    Cards may be slightly more expensive that carrying cash, unless you seek out a bank card with low commissions, but it is much more secure. 

    Bank ATMs like Bankia, Santander and BBVA often charge lower rates than the ATMs in shopping centres and busy tourist areas.

    Alex Says: Always select the Euro option at ATMs in Gran Canaria because the exchange rate is much better than if you opt for the Local Currency option. The same applies when you pay by card in shops and restaurants.

    See our Gran Canaria Tips section for more nuggets of useful local information.

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