Arrecife in Lanzarote is on course to welcome over 700,000 cruise passengers in 2026. The first four months of the year have already seen a significant increase in visitors, boosting the local economy.
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In the heart of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, a small charcuterie has been making the island’s most famous sandwich since 1953. With up to 600 sandwiches sold daily, discover the simple yet irresistible recipe that keeps generations of customers coming back for more.
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The National Police have issued a warning about a new SMS scam targeting people who book holidays online. The fraud involves a fake bank message claiming a payment has been made, tricking victims into calling a fraudulent number.
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The upcoming papal visit to the Canary Islands on 11 and 12 June presents one of the biggest security and coordination challenges the archipelago has seen in years. However, with less than two weeks to go, definitive mobility and security plans for Gran Canaria and Tenerife have yet to be finalised, raising concerns among church leaders and local authorities.
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Celebrate Canary Islands Day on 30 May with Gran Canaria’s best traditional cuisine. From classic sancocho at El Padrino to creative vegetarian menus at Berro Bistrot, we guide you to the island’s most authentic dining experiences.
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Iberia Express has scheduled eight extra flights and nearly 1,500 additional seats between Madrid and the Canary Islands for the Pope’s visit in June. The low-cost airline will operate two extra flights between Madrid and Gran Canaria on 9 and 10 June, and three additional services on the Madrid-Tenerife route on 10 and 11 June. Tickets are available from 48 euros per one-way journey.
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The Canary Islands are the top summer destinations for Spanish travellers and increasingly popular with international visitors. Kayak data shows Santa Cruz de Tenerife leads domestic searches and features in the international top five, with flight price stability boosting appeal.
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The Canary Islands regional government has sent a clear message to Aena, stating the airport operator has no role in political negotiations over airport management. The warning comes after the Spanish government proposed a formula for Canarian participation in airport decisions, similar to the recent agreement with the Basque Country.
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President Fernando Clavijo has urged the Spanish government to fight for the Canary Islands to remain exempt from the EU’s Emissions Trading System beyond 2030. An executive report warns that applying the ETS fully could push up inter-island flight costs by 2-3 euros and flights to the mainland by 15-20 euros. The president warns of a “disastrous” impact on tourism, trade, and the socio-economic development of the archipelago.
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Spanish government officials have instructed all state employees in the Canary Islands to work from home on 12 June to reduce traffic congestion during the Pope’s historic visit. A major security operation involving police, emergency services and traffic management has been unveiled to handle the expected massive crowds.
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