The Canary Islands have begun 2026 by continuing their record-breaking tourism run, with January seeing over 1.4 million foreign arrivals. Tourist spending also hit a new high for the month, surpassing €2.2 billion. Read the full analysis of the latest figures and the potential impact of international events.
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Gran Canaria’s tourism chief reports positive feedback at the ITB Berlin, with German passenger numbers already up 5% this year. The island is successfully attracting a younger demographic and the LGBT market, solidifying its position as the top Canary Island for German visitors. Read the full article for details on new flight routes and market trends.
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In the charming fishing village of Los Abrigos in southern Tenerife, Restaurante Los Abrigos has been a culinary institution for over three decades. Food content creators recently visited and highly recommend its fresh fish and mixed grill, praising its quality and value. Read the full review of this must-visit seaside spot.
A Tenerife Seaside Gem Serving Fresh Fish for Over 30 Years Read More »
A significant €7 million coastal regeneration project is set to transform the Puerto de Santiago area in Santiago del Teide, Tenerife. The plans include environmental rehabilitation, improved accessibility, and new leisure facilities across a 7,000 square metre area. Read on for the full details of this long-awaited development for the local community and economy.
€7m Project to Transform Tenerife’s Puerto de Santiago Coastline Read More »
The Canary Islands’ tourism sector is at a crucial juncture as its representatives negotiate with German tour operators at the ITB Berlin travel fair. The talks are overshadowed by the new US-Israel-Iran conflict, which threatens to spike oil prices and destabilise the vital German market. Industry leaders express cautious hope but warn that prolonged hostilities could severely impact visitor numbers to islands like Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura.
Canary Tourism Sector Faces ITB Talks Amidst Global Tensions Read More »
The story of mass tourism in Gran Canaria begins not with a corporation, but with a Swedish adventurer and WWII resistance fighter named Bertil Harding. His dream of a Caribbean paradise led him to the island’s then-virgin shores of Maspalomas, sparking a charter flight revolution that changed the Canaries forever. Read the remarkable tale of the pioneer who connected Scandinavia with the Canarian sun.
The Swedish War Hero Who Pioneered Gran Canaria’s Tourism Read More »
An exclusive culinary event is coming to Tenerife’s Spring Arona Gran Hotel this March. Two-Michelin-starred chef Juanlu Fernández will headline the Spring GastroLovers series, offering a unique tasting menu with Atlantic views. Read on for details of this unmissable gastronomic experience.
Michelin-Starred Chef Juanlu Fernández Headlines Spring GastroLovers Read More »
A former crew member is wanted by police after a meticulously planned robbery on a luxury yacht in Lanzarote’s Marina de Arrecife. The British suspect, who stole high-value items worth €75,000, is believed to have fled to the UK. The investigation continues with international cooperation likely.
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The owner of a luxury yacht moored in Arrecife, Lanzarote, is offering a financial reward for information leading to a British former crew member suspected of stealing €75,000 worth of custom fishing gear. Police believe the 49-year-old man, who allegedly travelled from Cádiz specifically for the theft, may now be in the United Kingdom. Read the full details of the investigation.
Owner Offers Reward for British Suspect in €75k Lanzarote Yacht Theft Read More »
Tenerife has launched a major promotional campaign in the heart of New York City in partnership with airline Iberia. The initiative, featuring stunning videos across Manhattan, reached an estimated three million people, aiming to position the island as a premier destination for high-value American travellers. Read how this public-private partnership is paving the way for future direct connectivity.
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