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Construction booms in the Canary Islands, up 34.7% in the first half of 2024
Construction booms in the Canary Islands, up 34.7% in the first half of 2024

Spain records best construction data since 2019, the year before the pandemic hit the sector hard…

Woman dies after shark attack in Canary Islands waters
Woman dies after shark attack in Canary Islands waters

She was sailing on a British registered catamaran 500km from the Canaries coast and lost a leg in the attack…

Papas Arrugadas named the most iconic dish of the Canary Islands
Papas Arrugadas named the most iconic dish of the Canary Islands

The small wrinkled potatoes typically served with green or red mojo sauce, significantly beat other traditional dishes…

Swimming banned at three more beaches in Tenerife
Swimming banned at three more beaches in Tenerife

This is due to latest test results showing poor water quality in the area…

Migrant arrivals by sea to the Canary Islands have increased by 85% in 2024
Migrant arrivals by sea to the Canary Islands have increased by 85% in 2024

The authority’s resources are strained to the max without the necessary support from the central government…

Invest in your healthcare in Spain
Invest in your healthcare in Spain

Choosing good health insurance is an investment with both short and long-term benefits…

Rain and thunderstorms forecast in parts of the Canary Islands this Tuesday
Rain and thunderstorms forecast in parts of the Canary Islands this Tuesday

Here is the full forecast for each of the islands…

Canary Islands festivals and cultural events not to be missed
Canary Islands festivals and cultural events not to be missed

The festivals and celebrations not only reflect the traditions of the local population, but also attract tourists from all over the world…

Spain’s gaming scene: Where to experience thrilling games and entertainment
Spain’s gaming scene: Where to experience thrilling games and entertainment

Spain boasts a dynamic gaming scene that caters to enthusiasts of both traditional and digital games…

United Airlines announce that Tenerife to New York flights are ending
United Airlines announce that Tenerife to New York flights are ending

Low passenger figures, particularly in the summer have led them to re-evaluate the service…

Man killed during robbery at restaurant in the south of Tenerife
Man killed during robbery at restaurant in the south of Tenerife

The deceased is believed to have been one of the thieves attempting to rob the restaurant. Two staff got stabbed during the incident…

Canary Islands airports set new passenger records this summer
Canary Islands airports set new passenger records this summer

AENA airports handled 93.5 million passengers in Spain between June and August, an 8.5% rise from 2023…

Decisions on issuing VV licences will be left to Local Councils
Decisions on issuing VV licences will be left to Local Councils

The Minister of Tourism for the Canary Islands has confirmed this. Full details here…

Two police officers arrested in Tenerife for embezzling money from tourists
Two police officers arrested in Tenerife for embezzling money from tourists

An internal investigation discovered they had hundreds of unprocessed traffic fines and several tens of thousands of euros in cash…

Discovering the hidden magic of the most unique waterfall in the Canary Islands
Discovering the hidden magic of the most unique waterfall in the Canary Islands

This waterfall and natural pool only comes to life when the dry climate gives way to winter rains making it a breathtaking sight…

Man arrested with over 1,000g of cocaine and €30,000 hidden in vehicle
Man arrested with over 1,000g of cocaine and €30,000 hidden in vehicle

He was stopped after a routine search at the port of Agaete while disembarking a ferry from Tenerife…

Police seize two owls in Teguise and report owner for keeping them in her bedroom
Police seize two owls in Teguise and report owner for keeping them in her bedroom

The woman had been displaying the owls in public charging tourists and residents to have photos taken with them…

Government announces updates to new holiday home rental law
Government announces updates to new holiday home rental law

There are some key changes for property owners and management companies as follows…

The Canary Islands’ lost treasure: A 140-year-old mystery worth 3.4 million euros
The Canary Islands’ lost treasure: A 140-year-old mystery worth 3.4 million euros

This legend, which has captivated the imagination of treasure hunters and divers, tells of lost riches, sunken ships, and undiscovered fortunes…