Tenerife residents are being offered free rides on Santa Cruz’s tourist bus this Easter weekend. The initiative allows locals to explore the capital’s iconic landmarks from a unique perspective. Tickets are available upon presentation of ID at the main bus stop in Plaza de España.
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The Canary Islands Space Centre in Maspalomas, Gran Canaria, is set to play a crucial role in NASA’s Artemis II mission to the Moon. A team of engineers will provide radio links and monitor astronaut data during the landmark launch. Read how this facility continues a legacy dating back to the Apollo era.
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A new book delving into the archaeoastronomy of the Canary Islands was presented in Telde. ‘Astrónomos del Pasado’ compiles research on 45 pre-Hispanic sites across seven islands, revealing how the ancient inhabitants observed the skies. The author conducted first-hand research over eleven months to create this comprehensive guide.
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The Tenerife municipality of El Rosario launched Holy Week with a vibrant double event. The 11th Traditions Day showcased local crafts, livestock, and Canarian sports, while the inaugural Artichoke Festival celebrated the area’s signature crop with gourmet tapas and expert talks. The day offered a deep dive into the island’s heritage for residents and visitors alike.
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As Holy Week processions fill the streets, the brotherhoods behind them face soaring costs, with a single event now averaging €10,000. From imported flowers and wax to scarce musicians and artisans, we uncover the invisible economy of Semana Santa in the Canary Islands. Read on to learn how these traditional events are funded and the financial pressures they face.
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The International Carnival of Maspalomas reaches its peak today with a spectacular Grand Parade dedicated to the world of the circus. With 108 floats and an expected 350,000 attendees, the procession will fill the main tourist avenues of San Bartolomé de Tirajana. Discover the route and essential transport information for this unmissable event.
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The Maspalomas Drag Gala, broadcast nationally from Gran Canaria, captivated over 2 million unique viewers on TVE’s La 2. The show, presented by Roberto Herrera and Drag Sethlas with a performance by Mónica Naranjo, achieved record audience shares in the Canary Islands and strong ratings across Spain.
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Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s fairground is set to host Europe’s largest gourmet burger festival this weekend, 27-29 March. With free entry, over 40 food trucks, craft beer, live music, and a special guest from New York’s Gotham Burger Social Club, it’s a must-visit event. The festival caters to all, with vegetarian options, gluten-free alternatives, and a dedicated kids’ zone.
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Chef Aday Martín from Tenerife will represent the island at the prestigious first National Artisanal and Creative Rice Competition in Oliva this June. Having been named the world’s second-best rice chef in 2024, he aims to win the title of Spain’s best caldero rice. The event will showcase culinary talent from across the country.
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The fifth edition of the Veranos del Taoro festival in Puerto de la Cruz will be headlined by Broadway icon Patti LuPone. This year’s event, under the slogan ‘Stars Under the Stars’, features a programme almost exclusively led by women, including Anabel Alonso and Lola Herrera. The festival transforms the Parque de la Sortija with unique outdoor performances from 18-20 June.
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