Gran Canaria, Canary Islands

I have lived in Las Palmas for 2 years. It is a great place to live but sadly changing. The climate is just about always perfct (if you don't mind clouds from now and then). You are close to nature and I would say it is one of the most spectacular islands in the world (I traveled to about 140 countrys worldwide). You will be surprised to see how much the island can offer. I still find new trails and places to discover.

However! Sadly the island is changing. First of all, accomidation is getting very expensive and this has changed very quickly. Expect the same price as northern Europe but with much lower living standard. The appartmens here is not build with quality. Also, latley there has been demonstrations towards forginers and digital nomands in particular. I do understand the locals as it is getting to expenstive on the island (even for me as a Scandinavian). I would also like to add that food is a problem here. You will find it hard to find quality and that means both resturantes and supermarkets. An island in a nutshell I suppose.

I came to Las Palmas Gran Canaria two years ago as a digital nomad and now have my home base there. Occasionally I still travel, especially during the summer because the digital nomad community is less active during that time and it is too hot for me personally. Compared to all the places I've been, Las Palmas has the best community if you're trying to connect with people (both digital nomads and expats). The community is so great because of some key people such as the girl who founded the Slack channel called 'Live it up, Las Palmas'. There's a Spanish teacher called 'La Casita de Laura' which also organizes monthly events and free language exchange plus there are some new projects such as a sharing platform called 'sharebee'. For every interest, there's a Whatsapp-Group:
Kinky? Join the Kink it up-Group chat (they organize swinger club visits and stuff)
Climber? Join the Climbing-Group with +140 members
Cyclist? Join the Cycling-Group
Running, fine dining, women in business, crypto, ... you get it, the list goes on.

As mentioned in another comment: There's been some hatred going on against digital nomads. But I strongly assume that this is coming from a very small group. In everyday life, I disagree with the previous statement that people are unfriendly. Spanish people are very open and welcoming, and Canarian people are even more laid back. Just make sure you learn some Spanish before you come here because most don't speak english!

I've been in Las Palmas for two months (November and December). The climate was amazing, I could swim at Canteras Beach nearly every day. Yes, and there is a big digital nomad scene or community. On the other hand, residents are (at least in my opinion) not too friendly. As I speak Spanish very fluently (I personally come from Germany), I could figure out that many local people are jealous about our income (because most of us work in the IT and have a top income compared to Spanish employees) and about the fact that we can afford higher rents - consequently, we contribute to the increase of prices. At the beach, I could even follow a conversation between locals such as "now due to the energy crisis, German people invade our island in order to save the high energy costs". Besides, I didn't like the Canarian food too much, because in my opinion, it's too repetitive: grilled fish, grilled meat, potatoes with Mojo sauce - I was missing the skills and the finesse of the kitchen as you can find for example in France or in Italy. One outstanding point to emphasize: the Internet connection is brilliant, I had a 200 MB speed without any disruption.

L'île de Grande Canarie offre un climat agréable et ensoleillé tout au long de l'année, ce qui en fait une destination populaire pour les touristes et les expatriés. Cependant, les coûts de la vie peuvent être élevés, surtout pour les produits importés, ce qui peut être surprenant pour certains visiteurs. En effet, les prix sont souvent similaires à ceux en France, ce qui peut être considéré comme un frein pour les voyageurs qui cherchent à économiser.

De plus, la qualité de service peut varier, et certains visiteurs peuvent trouver les habitants de l'île peu courtois et peu souriants. Cela peut être un choc pour ceux qui s'attendent à une ambiance plus détendue et conviviale. Les espaces de coworking, tels que "The House", peuvent également être chers et offrir une connectivité Internet médiocre. Il est important de faire attention aux prix et à la qualité des installations avant de choisir un espace de travail.

Malgré cela, il y a des options pour travailler sur l'île. Par exemple, il y a des Starbucks situés en bord de mer qui offrent des prises électriques à l'extérieur. Cependant, certains visiteurs peuvent trouver les sièges peu confortables pour travailler pendant de longues heures.

La vie nocturne de l'île est animée, avec de nombreux bars et clubs proposant une variété d'activités pour tous les goûts. Cependant, pour ceux qui cherchent à être productifs, l'île peut ne pas être le meilleur choix. Les distractions sont nombreuses, et l'atmosphère générale est propice à la détente et à la fête. Il est donc important de prendre cela en compte lors de la planification d'un séjour sur l'île.

En conclusion, l'île de Grande Canarie peut être une destination idéale pour les touristes et les expatriés qui cherchent un climat ensoleillé et une vie nocturne animée. Cependant, les coûts de la vie peuvent être élevés, et certains visiteurs peuvent trouver l'attitude des habitants peu accueillante. Les espaces de coworking peuvent également être chers et offrir une connectivité médiocre. Il est donc important de faire attention aux coûts et à la qualité des installations avant de choisir un espace de travail. En fin de compte, l'île est un endroit de détente et de fête, plutôt qu'un lieu de travail productif. The island of Gran Canaria offers a pleasant and sunny climate all year round, making it a popular destination for tourists and expatriates. However, the cost of living can be high, especially for imported products, which may come as a surprise to some visitors. Prices are often similar to those in France, which can be a deterrent for budget-conscious travelers.

Additionally, the quality of service may vary, and some visitors may find the locals to be unfriendly and unsmiling. This can be a shock for those expecting a more relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Coworking spaces, such as "The House," can also be expensive and offer mediocre internet connectivity. It's important to pay attention to prices and the quality of facilities before choosing a workspace.

Despite this, there are options for working on the island. For example, there are Starbucks located on the seaside that offer outdoor electrical outlets. However, some visitors may find the seats uncomfortable for working for long hours.

The island's nightlife is lively, with many bars and clubs offering a variety of activities for all tastes. However, for those looking to be productive, the island may not be the best choice. Distractions are plentiful, and the overall atmosphere is conducive to relaxation and partying. It's important to keep this in mind when planning a stay on the island.

In conclusion, Gran Canaria can be an ideal destination for tourists and expatriates seeking a sunny climate and lively nightlife. However, the cost of living can be high, and some visitors may find the locals' attitude unwelcoming. Coworking spaces can also be expensive and offer mediocre connectivity. It's important to pay attention to costs and facility quality before choosing a workspace. Ultimately, the island is a place for relaxation and celebration, rather than a productive work environment.

Amazing place. Great weather . Great internet. Amazing beaches. After living in 30 countris now this place is my top1. And companies only pay 4% taxes if you have 3 employees.

This island is amazing for remote workers, nomads, expats or generally anybody wanting to live and work from a beautiful, fun and affordable place with great european infrastructure! Just to name a few positives (great internet, safety, friendly people is a given!): Gran Canaria offers amazing diversity - if you want city vibes Las Palmas has it all, if you want peace and quiet then head to the mountains for beautiful hikes and remote trails offering stunning views. Beaches? No problem, so many to choose from. Food? The island is a food haven, so many options from spanish/canarian to international and modern. Community? So many lovely people to meet, always something going on. I have been extending and extending and extending my stay... :-)

I love this place so much! It's a super safe city! After spending 1,5 years there I wanted to explore new places, but I will come back for sure! It's cute :)

I can highly recommend the capital of the island, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Where else can you live cheaply in a great climate all over the year in a big city at a 3 km beautiful beach with surfers, palm trees and restaurants? The nomad scene is awesome. In my opinion this is still an underrated place.

Awful. No ride sharing/car service, food was horrendous, and months later I still smell this funk from some chicken dish I ate there.
I'm sure it would've been great if they had Uber and ditched that god awful spice they use in nearly every food. I was basically hanging on for my life nutrition-wise. Even Burger King had that horrendous stench to it!
Not recommended at all.

Just to let folks know that the Digital Nomad Guide states that the island's pop is 380,000 people. But that is just the pop of the capital (Las Palmas de Gran Canaria). Las Palmas metro area is home to over 650,000 and the whole island has some 850,000.

I was in Las Palmas for three months during spring. I volunteered in an hostel and there were many people working online. The Canaries offer great options for short trips to the other islands, that are all very distinct and also on Gran Canaria itself there is a lot to do!
You can reach many places with a bus, but at times it is much easier to share a car, especially to get into the mountains! Really liked the city bikes, too!

Best place for nomads in Spain. The nomad scene is incredible, and the people pretty friendly. The beach is really nice for a city beach and you can be on it all night. The clubs are fun as well. Food could be better but you get all the traditional Spanish staples here. Make sure to join the slack group "Live it Up Las Palmas" to learn about all the different events each night that the nomad community puts on. Flavio and Nelly are the best!

Had such a great time in Las Palmas. Great weather all year round, relatively cheap, easy to connect to locals and other nomads, many things to do like surfing, hiking and going out directly at the huge beach. Looking forward to go there again.

Stayed one month in January. In which it is one of the few places in the EU with absolute tshirt-weather. I liked the nomad and expat scene, which is lively. There's always something to do: sailing, markets, tapas nights, meetups. The transport system is good, with a cheap city bike system, good bus system for island travel and ferries for inter-island travel. Each island is a bit different in climate and culture so go and see a few. I especially liked the hiking in different micro-climates. For downsides the Canary Islands are very touristic including complete Swedish/German/English neighbourhoods in some beachside places. Though you can easily avoid these. Even though the islands are quite small, car drivers still race around maddeningly. So try and find your bed away from main roads. My personal recommendation would be to base in Las Palmas, where the expats are, and do some excursions from there.

There's a good nomad scene here. I think the city is under rated on this website. Weather good all year, safe, friendly locals, good internet (I have fiber 600mb in my apartment) and it's affordable compared to many cities. There's a community facebook page that is quite active with events organised every week - Gran Canaria Digital Nomads. Check it out you won't regret it ;)

Amazing place! cheap and beautigul. Stay in the south!