Located on Gran Canaria's south coast, is the popular resort of Playa del Ingles, a large, purpose-built holiday resort that attracts all types of visitors thanks to its variety of accommodation and facilities. Playa del Ingles is actually the second largest resort in Europe for Benidorm and is the perfect Gran Canaria holiday destination for anyone looking for a lively holiday. Peak holiday period between July and August is when things really pick up in Playa del Ingles holidays, as large groups of young people from across the UK and Northern Europe gather here to enjoy sun, fun and nightlife in this exciting resort. I off-peak months resort has a much greater diversity of ages, with couples of all ages and families coming to take advantage of all the resort has to offer.

Built in 1960, the location of Playa del Ingles (which literally translates as "Englishman's Beach") was chosen because of the stunning coastline with its wide sandy beach. The beach is backed by an attractive promenade and is the focal point for much of the daytime activity in Playa del Ingles holidays. Sunbathers spread out over the beach, while the shallow water attracts lots of swimmers and offers activities such as scuba diving, windsurfing, banana boat rides and jet skiing. Behind the promenade a series of bars and restaurants give beachgoers somewhere to get refreshments and shade from the hot summer sun.

Out on the water you can turn on the Playa del Ingles resort in something of a nature walk, with the whale and dolphin watching offers a pleasant day out, and a great way to catch some rays. If you prefer to fish at the end of a line, big game fishing trips can also be arranged from the local port. Other activities available on a vacation to Playa del Ingles include a water park, a thrill ride theme park, an 18-hole golf course and a host of island tours, including the popular Jeep safaris.

Nightlife in Playa del Ingles is very lively, with a wide selection of bars and nightclubs to keep revelers entertained well into the wee hours to keep. The Kasbah Centre is the main hub of activity, where the bar after bar competes for business with all kinds of drinks offers and incentives to entice you into If a club fails to take your imagination from the bars and pubs start closing up shop, local casino gives Playa del Ingles a more sedate evening retreat.