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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A tourist in Tenerife accidentally drove a rental car onto Playa de Troya in Adeje, mistaking the access point. The vehicle became stuck in the sand, sparking an impromptu rescue by fellow beachgoers. The bizarre scene has gone viral on social media.
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New figures from Spain’s National Statistics Institute confirm the Canary Islands ended its peak tourist season with another month of rising hotel prices. In April 2026, the average daily rate reached 151 euros, the second highest in Spain, while occupancy stood at 68.7 per cent, the highest nationwide.
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The Port of Arrecife in Lanzarote has seen a record-breaking start to 2026, with 394,086 cruise passengers in the first four months, an 18.57% increase on last year. The mayor attributes this growth to making the island a homeport for cruise lines. Meanwhile, other European port cities are imposing restrictions on cruise tourism to combat overcrowding and pollution.
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Tenerife is to become home to a new Atlantic Supercomputing Centre, a €10 million facility that will rank among Spain’s top five fastest computers and the world’s 500 most powerful. The expansion will triple the island’s data storage capacity and cement its status as a technology hub.
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In the heart of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, a small family-run tasca has earned a devoted following for its octopus-centric menu. From crispy croquettes to a legendary tortilla that must be ordered in advance, Tasca Los Pulpitos offers an unhurried culinary experience with a 4.6-star Google rating.
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Casa Egón in La Orotava is the oldest pastry shop in the Canary Islands, founded in 1916 by a German confectioner who sought asylum in Tenerife after the outbreak of World War I. Now run by the fourth generation of the family, it serves century-old recipes alongside modern creations in a setting that feels like stepping back in time. A recent visit by a popular content creator has brought new attention to this historic gem.
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A Canary Islands delegation is in Japan to promote the region as a hub for video game development. The mission, led by Proexca, includes key industry meetings in Tokyo and Kyoto, culminating in participation at the BitSummit indie game festival.
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