Spain — the fourth-largest European country by ... Located in the Canary Islands, Las Palmas is a vibrant port city with a mix of Spanish and African influences. Its sandy beaches, historic ...

The Canary Islands archipelago is a string of seven islands, closer to Morocco than to their mother country Spain. The islands are home to more than 2 million people, and their main trade is tourism.

Las Palmas is a popular place to base a Canary Islands vacation. Not only is it the Canaries' largest city, it's also got a number of world-class attractions. Its beach — the 2½-mile Playa de ...