The beautiful little island only 4 hours from the UK where it’s 27C in January

This is one that many Brits love to visit and it’s no surprise it’s popular in winter, with temperatures as high as 27C in January.

is a haven for Brits who visit in their masses each year.

It is home to beautiful beaches, vibrant towns and the perfect holiday atmosphere for people wanting to escape the gloomy grey winter skies of the UK.

One of the best things to do while on the island is to take a dolphin and whale watching boat trip.

One person wrote on : “This was a great short trip to enjoy some time at sea and seeing some of the native dolphins. We saw a manta in the harbour, plenty of flying fish and a pack of dolphins.

“The crew on the boat was very friendly and the boat was clean and spacious. Not being too packed, there were plenty of opportunities to see the dolphins, playing around the boat.”

If you’re wondering where to stay, you can visit Maspolomas, which is one of the main tourist hotspots on the island.

Or, you can visit the busy capital of Las Palmas de which will provide an entirely different experience. 

The island is full of exciting activities for holidaymakers or if you’re hoping for a more relaxing break, you can visit the beach.

One of the most popular beaches is Playa de Maspalomas. A person wrote on Tripadvisor: “The beach is absolutely beautiful, with miles of sand dunes and plenty to explore.

“There is a walk you can do from the Dunes to the light house following the nature reserve path, it is mainly sand though. Please take a drink with you as it gets very hot. Breathtaking views!”

To get to Gran Canaria, the is around four hours from the UK and in January, prices are affordable at around £63 for a return trip.

You can also take a day trip to Feurteventura which provides an exciting opportunity to see another of the as part of your holiday.