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Maspalomas
Maspalomas is a popular holiday resort on the southern tip of
Gran Canaria, adjacent to this trendy Spanish island's largest and
most hectic package-tour resort, Playa del Ingles. Maspalomas
though, is the quieter and more upmarket option sporting the best
four-mile (6km) stretch of golden, sandy beach on the island.
Maspalomas is separated from Playa del Ingles by a spectacular
undulating sea of sand dunes, a protected area that provides a
habitat for some rare species of flora and fauna, and a favourite
haunt for nudists.
Along the Maspalomas waterfront the promenade, stretching to
Playa del Ingles, bristles with bars, shops, restaurants and
entertainment venues between luxury hotels and villas. Maspalomas
also boasts an exhilarating water park and nearby are numerous
other attractions like amusement parks, nature parks, a golf
course, an aquarium and theme parks. The resort has become a
favourite holiday destination for the gay community, with a
designated gay zone on the beach and in the sand dunes. The
resort's week-long Gay Pride festivities each May have become
world-renowned on the party calendar.
Information & Facts
Language
Spanish is the official language, but English is widely
understood in areas frequented by tourists. Catalan, Galician and
Basque are spoken in the relevant areas.
Money
Spain's official currency is the Euro (EUR). One Euro is divided
into 100 cents. Money can be exchanged at bureaux de change and
major hotels, but banks give the best rates. All major credit cards
and travellers cheques are widely accepted at most hotels,
restaurants, and shops. ATMs are widespread and are generally the
cheapest and most convenient method of obtaining money.
Time
Local time is GMT +1 (GMT +2 between the last Sunday in March
and the Saturday before the last Sunday in October). The Canary
Islands: GMT (GMT +1 in summer).