The Scottish newspaper The National shows interest in Gran Canaria's wellness offerings

 

The Canary Islands have been considered a health destination since the second half of the 19th century. Since then, European tourists have traveled to the island to take medicinal baths and enjoy the pleasant climate. Today, millions of people choose Gran Canaria for the same reason, and the Scottish newspaper The National is no exception. Gran Canaria Spa, Wellness & HealthA representative of the media has toured the main establishments and experiences focused on wellness.

 

 

One of the island's unique environments is the Maspalomas Dunes Special Nature Reserve. Its sinuous shape and layers of sand convey calm and serenity to all who visit. Just a few meters from its beach, it rises Seaside Palm BeachThis five-star hotel became an oasis of rest for the journalist, who spent his stay there.

 

 

The palm grove that shelters the accommodation provides privacy and distances it from the hustle and bustle of the tourist area. Seaside Palm Beach also offers a range of wellness activities to pamper its guests. Among them is its Spa & Wellness center, where The National had the opportunity to experience some of its treatments and massages.

 

 

Although she could have spent her entire stay relaxing at the hotel, other establishments specializing in health and wellness awaited her outside the hotel. In San Agustín, she discovered the Thalasso Gloria San Agustín Center. Gloria Palace San Agustin Thalasso & Hotel, a pioneer of thalassotherapy in Gran Canaria. Here he also enjoyed a panoramic dinner at the Gorbea panoramic restaurant, specializing in Basque and international cuisine.

 

 

 

Another wellness option, whether you're a visitor or a local, is a day pass.  Salobre Hotel Resort & SerenityThis package includes access to the resort's facilities, lunch at select restaurants, and a Balinese bed on the eleventh floor to enjoy the sunset. In addition to spending the day, the Scottish media outlet had the opportunity to try the resort's signature Aloe Experience, a treatment where aloe vera takes center stage.

 

 

If you're looking for ocean views while you relax, Perchel Beach Club It doesn't disappoint. This beach club, the largest in the Canary Islands, promises a unique day in the sun or by its heated infinity pool. During his visit, the representative from The National sampled the fusion of Mediterranean cuisine with locally sourced ingredients served at La Arrocería.

 

 

 

However, disconnecting on the island can go beyond massages and superb cuisine. In collaboration with Gran Canaria BlueThe journalist went in search of cetaceans aboard the vessel. Spirit of the SeaWith over 25 years of experience, the two-and-a-half-hour excursions offer the chance to see spotted dolphins, beaked whales, pilot whales, and other ocean inhabitants.

 

 

 

Following a trip full of pleasant surprises for The National, Gran Canaria continues to be positioned as a leading health and wellness destination. This is expected to resonate with the newspaper's more than two million monthly readers, with the potential to reach an even wider audience on other UK platforms.

 

The associations

Gran Canaria Spa, Wellness & Health, official brand of Tourism of Gran Canaria, is an association that promotes health and wellness tourism on the island. It brings together companies and entities in the sector, such as hotels with spas and thalassotherapy centers and prestigious hospitals. Its mission is to make Gran Canaria known as a reference destination for health and wellness tourism, generating benefits for the island and its inhabitants.

 

For its part, Gran Canaria Blue It brings together companies from the nautical sector in Gran Canaria with the aim of promoting the island as a leading destination for water sports and activities. Its members include coastal accommodations, water sports schools, boat trip and water activity organizations, and marinas and harbors.

 

More information and reservations at www.grancanariawellness.com y www.grancanariablue.com