Articles written by Liz Correal

Working abroad can offer some unusual occupations which don't spring up in the UK. Travel writing is one way of making the most of your surroundings.

Nov 9, 2010 - Liz Correal

Before making a big career move, packing your case and moving out to live in the sun, it's a good idea to find out first hand what that new job's all about.

Nov 2, 2010 - Liz Correal

Vacation Clubs, Timeshare, Holiday Ownership, or whatever fancy new title they dream up for it next, is big business in Gran Canaria.

Oct 15, 2010 - Liz Correal

Escaping from the gloom of winter and heading for brighter destinations doesn't have to cost the earth. With some forward planning it's easy to take a cheap break away.

Jan 19, 2009 - Liz Correal

Gran Canaria is an abundance of colour all year round. The island's parks and gardens display a huge variety of species from Paradise flowers, to Oleander and Hibiscus.

Dec 16, 2008 - Liz Correal

Puerto Rico's wild nightlife flies the three coloured flag of Ireland. The bars in the main shopping centre offer everything from whistle players to banjo strummers.

Oct 16, 2008 - Liz Correal

International cuisine is the theme for the majority of restaurants in all of Gran Canaria's holiday resorts. Finding the ideal place to dine in Puerto Rico is simple.

Sep 29, 2008 - Liz Correal

The traditional food of the Canarian people consists of basic pulse ingredients such as chick-peas or lentils prepared in soups and the amazingly nutritious "gofio".

Aug 27, 2008 - Liz Correal

Two of Gran Canaria's most popular and best selling products,Ron Areucas and the bottled waters of Firgas,are produced in the towns in the northern regions of the island.

Aug 18, 2008 - Liz Correal

The northern mountain village of Teror is the home of Gran Canaria's patron saint and the agricultural market every Sunday is the biggest on the island.

Aug 4, 2008 - Liz Correal

Gran Canaria's history unfolds in the small towns and villages of the rural areas; churches, museums and handcrafted souvenirs are just a few of the things to be found.

Jul 30, 2008 - Liz Correal

Gran Canaria's most famous monument, the cave houses of Guayadeque, will keep the kids amused for hours and give them a hands on, live lesson in history.

Jul 28, 2008 - Liz Correal

Shopping away from home can be fascinating, and Gran Canaria is no exception. Try the C.C Atlantico in Vecindario or a Shopping Trip to Las Palmas for a holiday bargain.

Jul 25, 2008 - Liz Correal

Car hire is an economical way of seeing Gran Canaria's best sights, and by renting a car you may have days out and take them at your own speed.

Jul 23, 2008 - Liz Correal

The most popular and fastest growing sport in the Canary Islands is golf. Gran Canaria has the best all year round climate of any golfing destination in Europe.

Jul 22, 2008 - Liz Correal

If fun and entertainment is a priority on the agenda, then Sioux City is an all round must for either a day visit or the evening barbeque and show, when in Gran Canaria.

Jul 16, 2008 - Liz Correal

Maspalomas or Puerto Rico? The liveliest fun day out to be had in the Canaries, is a day in one of the two fantastic water theme parks that the island has to offer.

Jul 15, 2008 - Liz Correal

As with many of the resorts in Gran Canaria; the majority of the bars and restaurants are concentrated in specialised commercial centres, of which Puerto Rico has two.

Jul 15, 2008 - Liz Correal

From Irish bars to shows with a barbeque; family fun pubs and discotheques. Right through from Playa Del Ingles to Puerto Rico there's a fantastic night time scene.

Jul 11, 2008 - Liz Correal

When you are on holiday with the children or teenagers it's good to spend a day out on an activity that entertains all of the different age groups.

Jul 11, 2008 - Liz Correal

Puerto Rico,alive with action,is the best resort in Gran Canaria to enjoy a diversity of water sports such as the adrenalin rush jet skis or even a wild banana boat ride.

Jul 5, 2008 - Liz Correal

Puerto Rico is afloat with boat cruises! This Canarian holiday resort has twin harbours offering the best in day cruise activities from catamarans to fun pirate ships.

Jul 3, 2008 - Liz Correal

The local fishermen in their painted boats add a vibrant dash of colour to the marina of Puerto de Mogán as they unload their daily catch of fresh fish.

Jun 17, 2008 - Liz Correal