The Cabildo of Tenerife has officially taken control of Teide National Park and immediately announced dramatic measures to tackle overcrowding. Visitor numbers will be halved, with shuttle buses, timed slots, and a new eco-tax for non-residents introduced.
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Tucked away in La Orotava, surrounded by nature and farmland, Guachinche Finca El Pino has become a must-visit spot in northern Tenerife. Known for its rustic charm, grilled meats, and homemade Canarian cuisine, this traditional *guachinche* wows visitors with dishes like house beans, broken eggs with chorizo, and pork tenderloin with potatoes. Content creators @guachinchesmodernos call it one of their most-revisited spots, praising the terrace setting and incredible flavours.
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La Orotava must diversify its tourism offering beyond day trips to Mount Teide, according to a new strategic plan. Based on surveys and interviews, the 150-page document warns of saturation in the historic centre, traffic congestion and the need for better promotion of the town’s cultural heritage.
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Tucked away in the Los Baldíos neighbourhood of San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Guachinche El Fogón is winning over diners with its Canarian cuisine and grilled meats. From octopus ropa vieja to homemade desserts, this spot offers great value and a welcoming terrace.
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The Canary Islands have recorded their best-ever March for tourism, with 1.5 million international visitors and spending of nearly 2.5 billion euros. The first quarter of 2026 saw 4.48 million tourists, confirming the archipelago’s position as Spain’s leading destination.
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Tenerife hosted 1,391 professional meetings in 2025, generating a direct economic impact of €209.1 million. The island saw a 3.1% rise in participants, with international visitors spending an average of €2,172. The MICE sector is becoming an increasingly vital economic driver.
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Over 20 scientists from the Canary Islands have signed a public declaration warning that commercial projects are using the language of ecology to justify developments like Underwater Gardens in Tenerife. They describe the phenomenon as “scientific greenwashing” and are calling for the integrity of genuine environmental science to be protected.
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Canarian entrepreneurs have created a revolutionary lifesaving device that is 20 times smaller and 7 times lighter than traditional ring buoys. The OneUp Saves device has already saved over 40 lives, including three in recent weeks, and is being deployed across the Canary Islands and Portugal.
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HiperDino sold seven million packs of eggs in 2025, reinforcing its commitment to affordable essentials. The chain offers nine egg varieties, from free-range to organic and corn-fed, with local suppliers from Gran Canaria and La Palma leading sales. Total turnover for this staple product reached €21 million last year.
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A hiker was rescued on Sunday after injuring her leg while hiking at Caldera Blanca in Tinajo, Lanzarote. Emergency services, including a helicopter from the Canary Islands Government’s Emergency and Rescue Group (GES), were called in to evacuate her from the difficult terrain.
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