The Canary Islands Parliament has taken the first step to investigate the controversial Cuna del Alma tourist development in Tenerife. A complaint alleges institutional complicity in fast-tracking the project within a protected coastal zone. Read the full details of the parliamentary inquiry.
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A fierce political row has erupted in Tenerife’s island council over the new ‘ecotasa’ for Teide National Park. Socialist councillors have labelled the fee a “greenwashing” strategy that will only affect 2.1% of visitors, while the governing group defends its record on park management. Read the full debate on conservation, funding, and overcrowding solutions.
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A 44-year-old woman has died after being rescued from the sea at Santa Inés beach in Betancuria, Fuerteventura. Emergency services were alerted by bathers who pulled the unconscious woman from the water and began CPR. Read the full details of the incident.
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The new ecotax for accessing the most popular trails in Tenerife’s Teide National Park has seen over 3,000 tourists contribute to its conservation in the first two weeks. The system has generated €34,090 and aims to control visitor pressure on sensitive paths. Read on for a breakdown of the user data and essential booking information for prospective hikers.
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Tenerife has experienced a swarm of more than 90 minor earthquakes southwest of the Las Cañadas caldera. The Canary Islands Volcanology Institute states this is a normal event and does not signal an increased risk of a volcanic eruption. The activity is linked to the movement of hydrothermal fluids deep within the island.
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Las Palmas de Gran Canaria has joined the European DesaLIFE project to study the feasibility of using wave power for zero-emission seawater desalination. The innovative technology could provide a sustainable water source for municipal irrigation and agriculture. This collaboration aims to bolster water security for the island using the renewable energy of the sea.
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The environmental group Turcón-Ecologistas en Acción has reported the Canary Islands government to the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor in Madrid for failing to collect €17 million in environmental fines. An official audit warns of serious deficiencies in sanction management, leading to public fund losses and environmental impunity. Read the full report on this structural failure.
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Discover why Lisbon ranks among Europe’s most enchanting family destinations! From swimming with sharks in Europe’s largest oceanarium to riding vintage trams through medieval neighborhoods, Portugal’s sunny capital delivers unforgettable experiences for children and parents alike. Our family explored 20+ incredible attractions – from hilltop castles to Atlantic beaches, from interactive science museums to mysterious palace gardens. Whether your children dream of meeting dolphins, exploring underground tunnels, or simply devouring the world’s best custard tarts, Lisbon’s perfect blend of culture, adventure, and sunshine creates magical family memories. Plus, with nearly 300 sunny days annually and genuinely welcoming locals, this compact European capital makes family travel surprisingly easy and incredibly rewarding.
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