Gran Canaria - often referred to as a mini continent because of its differing climates and landscapes, the third largest of the Canary Islands can be found somewhere between Tenerife and Fuerteventura. Once a port of call for most sea-travellers, Gran Canaria has felt the influence of many cultures which makes this an interesting place to visit. Subject to the favourable climate of the Canaries and Spain, Gran Canaria is the perfect place to holiday and offers the very best in cheap holiday deals! Activities in Gran Canaria Gran Canaria has something to suit everyone's taste. If you enjoy sport then you will certainly enjoy the range of sports offered on the island, where every sport can be played under the sun and with beautiful views. Water sports are the favoured activity of course because of the clear waters of the Atlantic. Most resorts offer a wide range of cheap water sports including wind surfing and jet skiing and you shouldn't end the holiday without trying at least one! The island offers many places of natural beauty to visit and also places of historical interest such as the painted caves of Gldar where you can view the paintings of the early aborigines. If something more robust takes your fancy, then why not go along to one of Gran Canaria's regular festivals where you're guaranteed a fantastic show and a great time! Puerto Rico Puerto Rico is a fantastic spot to take the family - it's cheap, it's cheerful and it makes for a great holiday. Puerto Rico is the most sought-after spot in Gran Canaria - it is found on the sunny south of the island and built alongside a valley so Puerto Rico offers some breathtaking views. The water around Puerto Rico is of such a clarity that glass-bottom boat rides are a popular pass-time and the beach is so inviting that most people spend their whole holiday there! Beaches of Gran Canaria Gran Canaria is known for the quality and quantity of its beaches. There you find the finest of sands, the clearest of waters and the cleanliest of beaches - not even Spain can compete! The beaches all have above-par facilities and bars and cafes that offer cheap amenities. Some of the nicest beaches can be found in Puerto Rico however, one well worth a visit is the Maspalomas beach that offers shady sand dunes and sublime surf. If you want to make your holiday a beach holiday, then Gran Canaria is the place for you!