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Spooling from San Agustin in the north, to the bumpy Maspalomas dunes in the south, Playa del Inglés is one of the biggest resorts in Gran Canaria. Translated, the name means English Beach, so that should give you a rough idea of who visits. It’s arguably one off the most popular spots in the Canaries, and summer time sees this place bustling. For starters, there’s the beach. A conveyor belt of golden sand, it seems to go on forever, and you’ll find the full hit of watersports, too. Alternatively, follow the shore down to Maspalomas – its dunes make for great isolated sunbathing. In town itself, head for the Yumbo Centre. This duty-free haven sells everything from perfume to decent bottles of plonk. But for more designer labels than a WAG’s wardrobe, it’s Plaza Maspalomas that will have you parting with your euros. Playa del Inglés fis also not short on places to eat. From fish‘n’chips and pub grub to pizza, pasta and noodles, the only trouble you’ll have food-wise is making the decision on what, rather than where. But for a taste of Spain, make your way to the San Fernando district and dip into a tapas bar or two. And if there’s one thing that Playa del Inglés does well, it’s partying. Start with cocktails along the beachfront, while you ponder the next move of belting out karaoke hits in a disco bar or glow stick-waving in a bass-heavy club. The Yumbo Centre has a good mix of bars, many of which wave the rainbow flag. And upping the ante is the Kasbah centre, capital of happy hours and dancefloors.