New data reveals a 2.5% planned reduction in airline seats to the Canary Islands for summer 2026, following a significant surge the previous year. Industry leaders urge caution due to fuel costs and new EU border checks for British tourists. Read the full analysis of this summer’s travel outlook.
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The legal but unusually close transit of a 275-metre oil tanker just nine miles from La Gomera has triggered a major debate on maritime safety in the Canary Islands. Experts warn the incident highlights potential risks and the limitations of current, largely passive, monitoring systems. The discussion has revived calls for a unified Spanish coastguard with permanent operational capacity in the archipelago’s waters.
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The Canary Islands government has launched a new Active Affordable Housing Bank, a key strategy to tackle the housing crisis by bringing privately-owned empty homes onto the rental market. The scheme offers security for landlords and below-market rents for tenants. This forms part of a wider €200 million package to address the housing emergency.
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Tuesday brings cloudier skies and a chance of light, occasional rain, particularly on the mountainous islands. The Saharan dust is clearing from the eastern islands. A moderate northwest wind will shift north in the afternoon, with rough seas expected.
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The intense calima and heat episode affecting the Canary Islands is expected to start receding today, Monday. While temperatures will begin to fall, particularly in western areas, some interior and southeastern zones could still see highs of up to 30°C. Read the full island-by-island forecast for the latest details.
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The Canary Islands welcomed over 1.6 million international tourists in March 2026, marking a 1.5% increase year-on-year. The UK market led the way, with the archipelago being its top Spanish destination. Read the full breakdown of tourist arrivals and market trends.
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A growing community in the Canary Islands is discovering a new way to travel. By swapping homes through dedicated platforms, residents are exploring the world without paying for hotels. Read how this trend is reshaping tourism and saving islanders money.
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The Canary Islands Parliament has approved a landmark law requiring tourist complexes to install adjustable beds and motorised trolleys to protect chambermaids’ health. The law, passed after a decade of campaigning by the ‘kellys’, includes a flexible implementation schedule and exemptions for small heritage properties. Read the full story of this historic workers’ rights victory.
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Monday brings a significant cooldown across the Canary Islands. The calima will ease for most but persists over Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, and La Graciosa. Strong wind gusts are expected on Tenerife’s peaks, with rough seas for western coasts.
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The Canary Islands are experiencing an intense episode of anomalous heat and calima this Sunday, with temperatures exceeding 30°C. Saharan dust is reducing visibility and air quality, while strong winds are forecast for high areas. Read the detailed forecast for your island.
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