Spain’s National Security Department has issued a stark warning that Russia’s ‘ghost fleet’ of oil tankers could sabotage critical submarine cables linking the Canary Islands. The report highlights a fivefold increase in suspicious Russian vessels near the archipelago, threatening telecoms and energy connections.
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Canary Islands airline Canaryfly will launch a new website and mobile app on 19 May, designed to offer passengers a more flexible and personalised booking experience. The overhaul includes a new fare structure with options ranging from a basic hand-luggage ticket to a fully flexible package. The airline says the platform has been built from scratch with clarity, inclusivity and accessibility in mind.
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Six ports in the Canary Islands have been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag for environmental quality, safety and accessibility. The achievement marks a Spanish first, as the islands become the first region to receive the distinction for publicly-managed ports of general interest. A major digitalisation strategy for port infrastructure has also been announced.
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The Canary Islands are increasingly central to global strategies, with Japan recognising their unique geographic position as a platform for international business and diplomacy. During a conference at the University of Las Palmas, Japan’s minister at the embassy in Spain, Shinichi Sato, highlighted the archipelago’s enviable conditions and historical ties with Latin America.
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La Laguna’s council has unveiled Conexión África, a packed programme for Africa Day running from 18-31 May. The event features film screenings, dialogues, and a major multicultural finale in Punta del Hidalgo on 24 May with live music, fashion, food and Senegalese wrestling.
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A cloudy Thursday across the Canary Islands with a chance of light rain, especially on northern slopes. Wind will pick up in the afternoon, with strong gusts on higher terrain. Eastern Islands see more sunshine.
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A new report from Colliers Iberia reveals the Canary Islands and Balearics have consolidated their positions as European holiday investment powerhouses, attracting over €1 billion annually. Hotel revenue per available room has hit record levels in both archipelagos, with the Canary Islands seeing a 5.6% rise to €120, as tourist spending reaches unprecedented highs.
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Foreign tourist arrivals to the Canary Islands continue to surge despite geopolitical instability, with a 2.8% increase in the first quarter of 2026. The archipelago is on course for a third consecutive record year, potentially exceeding 16 million international visitors for the first time.
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The Canary Islands Government is launching a project using American vine rootstocks to combat the spread of phylloxera. Trials on a farm in Tenerife aim to identify the best rootstocks for grafting traditional varieties, offering a potential solution if the insect spreads further. The initiative also seeks to improve vineyard yields in the face of water scarcity and deteriorating plant material.
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The trade winds return on Wednesday as high clouds clear from west to east. Expect sunny spells, pleasant highs above 25°C in the south, and a slightly choppy Atlantic off northern coasts.
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