The EU has approved new rules that will force car manufacturers to design vehicles that are easier to repair and recycle. This could lead to cheaper garage bills and greater availability of second-hand parts for drivers.
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There are restaurants that arrive quietly and soon become essential. Pomodoro Mozzarella on Triana street is one of Gran Canaria’s great Italian culinary secrets, offering award-winning Neapolitan pizzas and authentic pasta in a relaxed setting.
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Sushi lovers in southern Tenerife have a new destination: Sushi Wo, an all-you-can-eat buffet for 200 diners. With tablet ordering, a penalty for food waste and creative dishes like strawberry maki, it is one of the largest sushi buffets in the archipelago.
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Hotel prices in the Canary Islands rose 3.9% in May 2026 compared to the same month last year, marking the fifth consecutive monthly increase this year. Average room rates reached €126.10 per night, though revenue per available room dipped slightly as occupancy levels fell after Easter.
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Tenerife’s gastronomy stole the show at the Spanish Gastronomic and Cultural Days in Monaco, held from 17 to 21 June. A gala dinner at the iconic Café de Paris, attended by Prince Albert II, featured an exclusive menu by chef Alberto Margallo. The event, backed by Tenerife’s tourism authority, aims to position the island in high-end international markets.
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Gran Canaria has processed over 220 penalty proceedings against tourists in protected natural areas during 2025 and the first half of 2026, with most cases concentrated in the Maspalomas Dunes and Nublo Rural Park. Environmental agents have stepped up surveillance efforts as the island seeks to balance conservation with tourism, including a new plan that has already cut visitor numbers to Roque Nublo by half.
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Adeje council has called an emergency meeting to tackle the proliferation of illegal shanty towns in the municipality. Authorities revealed that most of the makeshift dwellings are being used as second homes or rented out illegally, rather than housing people in need. A coordinated action plan has been agreed to clear the settlements.
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Thousands of visitors flock to Teide National Park daily, but from 19 June they must follow a new rule: no smoking in any open area of the park as a fire prevention measure. Our reporter visited the park to gauge compliance and speak to visitors about the ban.
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The new Guía Repsol Soletes selection features over 250 establishments across Spain, including two standout locations in the Canary Islands. Casa Africa in Taganana, Tenerife, was recommended by actress Toni Acosta, while La Raspa in Arrecife, Lanzarote, was chosen by writer Lana Corujo. The guide now totals over 5,500 Soletes nationwide.
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A small family-run tavern in Santa Cruz de Tenerife has become famous for its octopus-based menu, with a star dish that content creators say would win any competition. The tortilla de pulpo, which requires advance ordering, is the main draw at Tasca Los Pulpitos, where prices range from 10 to 20 euros per person.
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