5 MISTAKES TO AVOID IN GRAN CANARIA (IF YOU DON'T WANT TO BE RECOGNISED AS A TOURIST!)

Beware of these 5 mistakes! ❌

1️⃣ Putting on sunscreen... only at the beach! ☀️

The sun in Gran Canaria is very strong all day long, even in the city! Remember that we are much closer to the equator than Spain, so ALWAYS wear sunscreen.

2️⃣ Do not let pedestrians cross. 🚶‍♂️

We know that in Italy nobody stops where there are pedestrian crossings, usually it is the pedestrian who waits for someone to stop. But here it is different, they are used to being let through, so they often cross without much precaution. Watch out!

3️⃣ Occupy the left lane in roundabouts. 🚘

We do not doubt the sense it makes but the Spanish Highway Code is different! So be careful, because you might find cars that have to take the next exit from yours that are in the right-hand lane and therefore cut you off! And they are right!

And not only that... especially in the south, where there is a large amount of tourists, many people are used to it like we are and don't know it, so pay special attention in roundabouts, because everyone has their own way!

4️⃣ Go to the beach and don't expect the wind! 🌬️

Gran Canaria, with the exception of the area between Arguineguin and Puerto de Mogán, is famous for its wind, which in summer is a real lifesaver for enjoying days at the beach. ALWAYS bring sunglasses and a sweatshirt for the evening!

5️⃣ Dine at 19:00! 😆

In Gran Canaria we dine late: never before 9 p.m.! If you enter a restaurant too early, you risk finding only tourists or tables still set from lunch.