I am Marc, a specialized guide in history, wines and gastronomy, but before I was a journalist for over ten years. I love learning history and telling stories. That is why I took and completed Journalism studies at Universidad Autónoma de Barcelona in 2001. I also had the happy chance to spend one year at the University of Florence, Italy, and at the University of Monterrey, Mexico. These experiences ignited my passion for travel, other cultures, and other flavors.   

From that moment, I visited many countries and I finally found one small island that I immediately fell in love with — Gran Canaria. A small piece of land with a wide range of microclimates, unique autochthonous flora, breathtaking landscapes, an impressive history and heritage, high-end local products, and open-minded, friendly people. While I was working as a journalist in Gran Canaria, I became imbued with its history, culture, and food products. It was then I decided to apply for the Official Tourist Guide certificate, awarded by the Government of the Canary Islands.

After getting the certificate in 2016, I started working for the most important tour operators, but I felt mass tours just couldn't offer the best personal experiences that I was willing to provide. So, it was during the pandemic that I had the time to stop, specialize in Gran Canaria wines, gastronomy, and local products (coffee, oil, salt, bananas, and cheese)… and I started offering my private tailor-made tours to the best hotels in Gran Canaria.

Since then, dozens of couples and small groups have discovered the best of Gran Canaria through my customized private tours. I also work for journalists and local institutions like city councils.

Gran Canaria is full of hidden gems: experience and discover with me the best-kept secrets that this island has to offer!!!

Degree in Journalism (UAB University)

Official Tourist Guide certificate, awarded by the Government of the Canary Islands

Gran Canaria Wine Specialized and Tourist Intermediary of The Gran Canaria Wine Route Associaction (Ruta del Vino de Gran Canaria)

Science Politics (Florence University, Italy)

Cinema Studies (ITESM Monterrey, Mexico)

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The Canary Islands were already known by Romans and Greeks, but they never settled there. The first inhabitants were the Guanches, berbers who lived almost at the Stone Age. Then, Spaniards, French and Portuguese became interested in the islands, which conquest should be seen as an essay of the American conquest. Gran Canaria has always been a bridge between Europe and the New Continent. In fact, its Plaza Santa Ana will be the American model for their new Plaza de Armas. Come and explore streets and alleys full of histories and secrets. Walk through the old quarter of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, founded in 1478, which marked a watershed in the destiny of Hispanic monarchy and its empire. We will talk about its founding, the battles that took place against the Ancient Canaries, the pirate and corsair attacks and find out more about  controversial personality of Christopher Columbus and also about what he did those days before going on and discovering America. The itinerary could be customize it. Write me!

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The incredible dunes with the ocean behind are a must see view if you're visiting Gran Canaria. Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes and take unique photos before continuing through the Fataga Canyon and the Sacred Mountains of Gran Canaria. We will also visit traditional villages such as Fataga or Tunte.



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The incredible dunes with the ocean behind are a must see view if you're visiting Gran Canaria. Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes and take unique photos before continuing to Puerto de Mogán. This town, also known as "Canarian Venice" is another highlight of the island. A former fishing village that today is one of the most beautiful touristic enclaves of Gran Canaria with its narrow streets full of colorful bougainvillea and charming white houses.

On this tour, we'll also visit the charming village of Agüimes, known for its emblematic sculptures and traditional architecture. After uncovering its interesting history, we'll enter into the Guayadeque ravine, a place where the ancient Canary Islanders lived in caves and where still today there are families living in cave houses.

Before returning, we will stop at El Bufadero de la Garita to observe how the ocean waves enter through a whimsical volcanic chimney creating a simply spectacular phenomenon.

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