Playa Blanca continues to shine as one of Lanzarote’s premier coastal destinations, renowned for its golden beaches, upscale marina, and sun-drenched atmosphere. Investing in a contemporary residence here places you right at the intersection of sophisticated modern design and the relaxed, outdoor-focused rhythm of Canarian life.
For residents with property or other assets in the UK and Spain, planning ahead can help avoid complications for families later. CJH Consultancy Services provides English-speaking consultancy support for clients in Lanzarote, across the Canary Islands and mainland Spain, with Colin available to discuss individual circumstances.
For Nerina of Event and Catering Solutions Lanzarote, the changing seasons are not always marked by falling leaves or cooler mornings. Living and working on the island, she notices them instead through the people arriving, the names appearing in the diary and, of course, what starts happening around the dinner table.
Maricarmen Abascál, the 87-year-old woman whose eviction on the 23rd of December brought Spain’s housing crisis to boiling point, has died in a Madrid hospital.
Organisers of the small encampment that has been set up on Arrecife’s seafront to protest against the housing crisis claim that local police agents have given them a deadline to dismantle the camp by today.
A change in the weather has already arrived on Lanzarote, with temperatures dropping to the low 20s.
Property prices across Lanzarote rose by 13.55% over the past year, although prices in Yaiza and Haría changed very little.
The event will see Viva Blue Diving receive the 2026 Yaiza Tourism Award for its work in diving and marine conservation.
With 18 holes, colourful challenges and plenty of opportunities for friendly competition, Crazy Minigolf Lanzarote offers a fun autumn activity for families staying in Puerto del Carmen.
In the heart of Playa Blanca, there is a place where community, compassion, and practical help come together. El Ático de la Abuela is far more than just a shop selling pre-loved items; it is a vital lifeline for families across Lanzarote who are struggling to make ends meet. Co-owned by Pete and Dave—known to many as the founders of Canary Detect, The Leaky Finders—El Ático operates with a single, powerful belief: no family in our community should go without.
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