Canary Islands, Spain & Portugal Cruise Guide: Gran Canaria

Good morning, good afternoon, and good evening to all our readers, wherever you are in the world! My husband and I are passionate about cruises and have enjoyed five wonderful voyages over the past few years. We are thrilled to announce that our next adventure is just around the corner in April, when we will explore the beautiful Canary Islands. This will be a first-time experience for my husband, while for me, it feels like a nostalgic trip down memory lane, having visited Lanzarote, Tenerife, and Gran Canaria during my childhood on all-inclusive holidays.

In anticipation of our upcoming cruise, I have decided to create a series of blog posts showcasing the unique charm of each port we will be visiting. From must-see attractions and hidden gems to the best places to eat, join us as we embark on this exciting journey together. Scroll down to check out our itinerary and get ready to be inspired for your next adventure!

The Itinerary:

Day 1: Leave Southampton
Day 2: Sea Day
Day 3: Sea Day
Day 4: Sea Day
Day 5: Madeira
Day 6: La Palma
Day 7: Tenerife
Day 8: Gran Canaria
Day 9: Lanzarote

Day 10: Sea Day
Day 11: Cadiz
Day 12: Lisbon

Day 13: Sea Day
Day 14: Sea Day
Day 15: Back at Southampton

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Things To Do & Places To Eat:

Playa de Las Canteras: Colourful wooden boats dot the golden sands of this famous beach.
Playa de las Alcaravaneras: Centrally located beach popular for sunbathing.
Parque de Santa Catalina: Bustling seafront park with cafes, kids’ area, science museum, and cultural centre.
Poema del Mar Aquarium: Large aquarium offering colourful fish & other sea animals.
Castillo de la Luz: Restored stone fortification.
Kafema: A specialty coffee shop selling coffee from around the globe.
Arehucas Rum Distillery: Island Rum Distillery, situated just outside Las Palmas.

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Daily writing prompt
Who is the most confident person you know?

It would probably have to be my dad, purely because his job involves having to occasionally do a presentation, and I definitely would not be down for that. Just thinking about presenting in front of a bunch of people makes me nervous.

Thank you for taking the time to read our blog post. Have you visited Gran Canaria? Do you have any recommendations for Las Palmas? If so, drop us a comment down below, and we’ll make sure to add it to our list!

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