Private tour in Las palmas de gran canaria Marc L
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Marc L.
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I am Marc Llorens, 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 created Personal Tour, starting offering my private tailor-made tours to the very best hotels of 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 or the Gran Canaria Tourism Department. 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) No restrictions.
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Spain is world-renowned for its exceptional gastronomy, from jamón ibérico and artisanal cheeses to fine wines and olive oil. Gran Canaria adds its own unique touch, with tropical fruits, local fish, volcanic coffee from the Agaete Valley, hand-crafted goat cheese, bananas, and even sugar cane, all shaped by its rich volcanic soil and microclimates. We’ll begin with a relaxed breakfast of tropical fruit, top-quality jamón ibérico, and a taste of the island’s rare local coffee. Along the way, we’ll explore two different markets, meet friendly vendors, and sample some of the island’s finest products. The tour could also include a visit to the historic Castillo de la Luz Fortress and a stroll along Las Canteras beach, before we wrap up with delicious tapas or pinxos paired with local Gran Canarian wines.
-Pick up at your location: pier, airport, apartment or hotel. -Drive to the first market where we will learn about different high quality local products and taste some of them. -Relaxed stroll in Las Canteras Beach and if desired we will visit the the historic Castillo de la Luz Fortress. -Visit a second market where we will get some pinxos, tapas and Canarian wine.
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Private comfortable car with air conditioning or taxi. Van or coach could be asked for a bigger groups.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain
If coming in a cruise we could meet in front of Poema del Mar Aquarium. GPS position will be sent. If you are staying in a Hotel I will pick you up in the hotel.
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