Palmitos Park in Gran Canaria - image source and credit BreakingStereotypes.org

As ranked by the producers of the Breaking Stereotypes documentary series

Destination: Gran Canaria, Spain

Interesting website for the city: GranCanaria.com
 
Is it easy to navigate around? Yes and this is backed by a strong public transport system. 2pts
 
Hostels and Hotels (few, many, tons): Tons – a big tourist destination. 2pts
 
Best part of the city? It has great beaches.

Interesting Fact: Is the second largest populated island of the Canary Islands.

Local University? University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria / Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC) – ulpgc.es
 
Any interesting business or enterprise happenings? Very simple visit the Surf Office – thesurfoffice.com. Also check out our Original Careers interview with founder of the Surf Office Peter Fabor.
 
Is it a good travel destination for young adventures? Yes. 2pts
 
Climate: Tourists seek the islands for warm summers.
 
Would you live there forever? No.
 
Whilst there did you have any funny/awesome experiences? Palmitos Park provides a really cool wildlife interactive experience.  
 
Points: 6 out of 6
 
Rating out of ten: 10

OriginalSteps.com travel and gap year/year out ranking criteria –
2 points for yes
0 points for no
Max points 6
 
1. Is the destination easy to navigate around? Yes or No
2. Hostels and Hotels (few, many, tons): 0.5, 1 and 2 points respectively
3. Is it a good travel destination for young adventures? Yes or No