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The Canarian Vacation Rental Association calls for "Tougher Measures" against illegal holiday lets
The Canarian Vacation Rental Association calls for "Tougher Measures" against illegal holiday lets

They want inspectors to act straightaway as it is not only having a negative effect on housing, but also to the overall tourist image of the islands…

Fuerteventura nominated as Best Beach Destination by National Geographic
Fuerteventura nominated as Best Beach Destination by National Geographic

With its stunning beaches and natural wonders, is Fuerteventura poised to make waves and clinch the coveted title?

Active recreation of students in the Canary Islands
Active recreation of students in the Canary Islands

As students embark on their academic journey, they should recognise the link between living a balanced lifestyle and academic success…

Rain, cooler temperatures, and north winds forecast in the Canaries this Friday
Rain, cooler temperatures, and north winds forecast in the Canaries this Friday

Temperatures will be in the low 20’s with some scattered showers across the islands…

Canary Islands Government opposes AENA's 4% airport fee hike
Canary Islands Government opposes AENA's 4% airport fee hike

The increase in fees is for airlines which will ultimately affect flight prices for tourists and residents alike…

Understanding the legalities of “extra charges” in bars and restaurants
Understanding the legalities of “extra charges” in bars and restaurants

Here is an overview of what is, and what isn’t allowed. Credit card? Cash? Charges for ice? IGIC on menus?

VIDEO: Police stop man driving wrong way around roundabout ten times in Las Chafiras
VIDEO: Police stop man driving wrong way around roundabout ten times in Las Chafiras

Onlookers were astounded as he kept going round and round with no lights on causing massive traffic jams…

Rain and wind trigger yellow alerts for three Canary Islands on Thursday and Friday
Rain and wind trigger yellow alerts for three Canary Islands on Thursday and Friday

Here are the full details of the new weather warnings the Met Office have activated…

The Canary Islands as an Educational Environment for Students
The Canary Islands as an Educational Environment for Students

With a temperate climate and rich cultural and environmental diversity, the archipelago offers many learning opportunities…

The tourism sector had a historical year for income in 2023 in the Canary Islands
The tourism sector had a historical year for income in 2023 in the Canary Islands

The Spanish tourism sector, as a whole, generated €186.5 billion a contribution to the national economy of 12.8%...

Adeje finalises preparations for the feast of San Sebastian, co-patron saint of the municipality
Adeje finalises preparations for the feast of San Sebastian, co-patron saint of the municipality

The main events are on Saturday 20th January from 12 noon in the Plaza de San Sebastian in La Caleta…

Smoke from the compost plant fire in south Tenerife raises environmental concerns
Smoke from the compost plant fire in south Tenerife raises environmental concerns

The Emergency Consortium have addressed the questions being asked about toxins being emitted…

Rent a room on Airbnb in the Canary Islands and end up surrounded by tents
Rent a room on Airbnb in the Canary Islands and end up surrounded by tents

A tourist who booked a 'shared room' in an urban coworking space got a big surprise when he got there!

Student trips to the Canary Islands: Rest and study
Student trips to the Canary Islands: Rest and study

Here is an insider's guide on how to make this journey a delightful mix of academic exploration and laid-back island vibes…

Occasional showers and a drop in temperatures this Wednesday
Occasional showers and a drop in temperatures this Wednesday

There is a strong possibility of light rain across the Canary Islands with maximum temperatures of 23 degrees…

Motorcyclist in critical condition after plunging down a ravine in Tenerife
Motorcyclist in critical condition after plunging down a ravine in Tenerife

The 25-year-old crashed into a greenhouse covering a banana plantation below…

3,480 migrants have made it to the Canaries so far this year, nine times more than in 2023
3,480 migrants have made it to the Canaries so far this year, nine times more than in 2023

This represents almost 95% of all migrant arrivals in Spain in the first 15 days of 2024…

Wind turbine collapses in Lanzarote leaving thousands with no electricity
Wind turbine collapses in Lanzarote leaving thousands with no electricity

Due to strong winds, part of the structure fell onto a nearby power line, breaking it, causing a major disruption…

More Brits living in the Canary Islands can now vote in UK elections
More Brits living in the Canary Islands can now vote in UK elections

A new law has removed the previous 15-year time limit. Here are the details of how to vote…

Jet2holidays announces thousands of FREE child places this summer
Jet2holidays announces thousands of FREE child places this summer

The leading destinations include Spain and the Canary Islands which are set to have their best year ever for the British tour operator…