Puerto Rico Tourist Information8055999

From Ianreadgood

Puerto Rico is situated on the southwest coast of Gran Canaria. The resort is popular with families and couples, although its numerous steep hills mean it's not suitable for the elderly. Puerto Rico has two man-made beaches, a couple of marinas, numerous bars and restaurants, plus sunshine all year round. It may receive some criticism for not being a particularly attractive resort, but Puerto Rico has everything you need for a great family holiday.

Puerto Rico's main beach is situated within a sheltered bay between two marinas. The gently sloping sands, which have been imported from the Sahara, are perfect for young children. There are various bars and restaurants alongside the beach, as well as a couple of public swimming pools set within lush, tropical gardens. Further along the coast is the larger Playa de Amadores. The fine, pale sand on this beach has come all the way from the Caribbean. Two large breakwaters protect Playa de Amadores, so it is also ideal for small kids. Facilities such as toilets, bars, restaurants and shops are all situated nearby.

The resort offers a huge choice of fishing trips, glass-bottom boat cruises and catamaran sailing trips from its two marinas. There is also a regular ferry service along the coast to the nearby towns of Arguineguin and Puerto de Mogan. The latter is a picturesque former fishing village with a small beach and several good restaurants and bars. A popular excursion from Puerto de Mogan is the Yellow Submarine Tour which explores wrecks on the seabed. There is a range of water sports available in Puerto Rico, including diving, water-skiing, jet skiing, paragliding and windsurfing.