The Canary Islands welcomed nearly 3 million international passengers in the first two months of 2026, a 2% increase on 2025. The UK market solidified its position as the top source of visitors, with 40% of all UK arrivals to Spain landing in the Canaries. Read the full breakdown of the latest tourism figures.
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A major legal battle between two of the Canary Islands’ largest tourism groups has been decided by a court in Las Palmas. The ruling awards the coveted Taurito hotels in Mogán to the Martín Group, citing factors beyond the highest bid. Discover the key reasons behind this significant decision for Gran Canaria’s tourism sector.
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A legendary bar in Güímar, Tenerife, is winning over locals and visitors with its famously oversized sandwiches and croissants. Cafetería Dulcería San Pedro, known to many as “el bar de Ignacio,” serves colossal portions at remarkably low prices. Find out what makes this classic spot a must-visit for anyone seeking authentic, value-for-money Canarian fare.
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In the heart of San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Cafetería Venezia has been a bastion of homemade Canarian cuisine since 1955. Content creators @guachinchesmodernos recently visited, raving about its signature ‘cocido Venezia’, homemade meatballs, and warm aniseed bread. This family-run spot offers a genuine taste of Tenerife’s culinary heritage.
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A hotel in Costa Teguise, Lanzarote, was evacuated on Saturday after smoke was seen coming from the upper floors. Firefighters confirmed the source was a ventilation duct where a fire had started during maintenance work. Guests were allowed to return after the situation was brought under control.
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A Tenerife father has been praised for his honesty after personally settling a €200 bill left by his son and friends at a popular guachinche. The restaurant shared the story after the man, a regular customer, recognised his car in a social media post about the incident. The gesture has sparked widespread admiration online.
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Residents and activists protested in Tenerife’s Anaga mountains this Saturday, denouncing the daily collapse caused by excessive tourism. They highlighted blocked roads, inadequate public transport, and the threat to their way of life in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Read the full report on the growing calls for regulation.
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A dedicated workshop in Tenerife, Isla Cheesecake, is winning over food lovers with its artisan Basque-style cheesecakes. They offer classic and innovative flavours, including weekly specials and a tribute to Canarian ingredients. Discover how to order these creamy delights for yourself.
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Residents of Tenerife’s Anaga Rural Park are holding a protest this Saturday to denounce daily tourist overcrowding and traffic gridlock they describe as unsustainable. The protest, backed by the environmental group ‘Canarias Tiene Un Límite’, highlights years of inaction by authorities. They warn the issue of exceeding natural carrying capacity is repeated across the Canary Islands.
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A British tourist’s dream cruise around the Canary Islands turned into a costly nightmare when a common fungal infection was mistaken for mpox. James Scott was removed from the ship and quarantined for two days before tests confirmed it was only ringworm. He estimates the misunderstanding cost him nearly £5,000.
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