Gran Canaria has wonderful sands to enjoy the glorious year round sunshine on, with one of the most popular spots for sunbathing being Maspalomas's jaw-dropping sand dunes, which will leave you amazed.  The third biggest Canary Island, Gran Canaria sits between Tenerife and Fuerteventura in the Atlantic Ocean.  With plenty to do for families here are just some of the attractions in the beautiful island of Gran Canaria.