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Follow the continuing adventures of Matthew Hirtes on Gran Canaria

Expat Matt, a resident expert, shows you the other side of this holiday island, a world away from its (in)famous resorts.

SURF

on May 17, 2013 by Matthew Hirtes

Puerto Rico: Gran Canaria’s Little Britain

The first time I visited Puerto Rico, I was working, interviewing Dr Paul Beresford-Jones and his wife, nurse Mary….

TURF

on May 8, 2013 by Matthew Hirtes

I’m a man, not a machine. But when I’m hiking, I need a break every now and again. So that’s…

URBAN

on May 24, 2013 by Matthew Hirtes

The bus driver looks perplexed. So do I as I attempt to pay my 1,65€ single to Santa Brigida. “Santa…