Tourist Tax: What’s It All About?
The main opposition parties in the Canaries have called for a tourist tax to be introduced… but what does that mean?
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Local boxer Andrew Maloney fighting his way to the top
Andrew Maloney, 22, from Matagorda, is the Las Palmas 75 Kg (super-middleweight) boxing champion and was the Canarian champ until a close-split decision loss last month. We had a word with one of the island’s best young boxing hopes.
Alejo Valido: Spain’s under-16 surfing champion
At first sight Alejo Valido is a normal Lanzarote 14-year-old, friendly and open with that tanned look that comes from hours on the beach. But Alejo’s sun and salt-bleached hair is also evidence of something a lot more serious. That’s because Alejo is Spain’s under-16 surfing champion, and one of the island’s greatest hopes for the future. We chatted to him last month.
Staying safe on Lanzarote
Nowadays, more and more tourists seek more from their Lanzarote holiday than just basking on the beach or by the pool. Increasing numbers are heading off into the wilder parts of Lanzarote, and almost every week we see reports of rescues. Here’s how to stay healthy and avoid being one of them.
What is Canarian Day?
To understand the importance of Canarian Day, it’s necessary to know a little about the history of the islands.
How to make Puchero
The Canarian puchero is the local version of European one pot, three-dish boiled recipes that include Madrid’s famous cocido and the French pot-au-feu. Here’s our recipe on how to make it.
Where to get the best Churros on Lanzarote
Churros are the local breakfast of champions, delicious, deep-fried wands of dough that are the perfect way to set you up for the day. On the Canaries they’re just as popular as they are elsewhere in Spain and are a tradition well worth discovering. Here are a few of our favourite churrerías.
Tourists guide to the Canary Islands
There are eight official Canary islands including Lanzarote, and no matter how much you love this lovely volcanic island, you’ll find it rewarding to visit the others. Only then will you get an idea of sheer variety and appeal of the Canary Islands, from big cities and bustling resorts to wild beaches and fairy-tale forests.
Take a look at what Lanzarote was like in the 1970s
Recently, Elizabeth and Barry Hitchins contacted us to ask if we would be interested in some old photos of Lanzarote that they had taken in the 1970s – and the photographs that they sent to us were fascinating.
A bridge too far for U.D. Lanzarote?
The Rojillos (the reds) have had a fabulous season, competing with three other sides to top the Tercera division (fifth tier) and claim the only automatic promotion place. However, four points out of a possible nine in their last three outings has seen them lose pace with the leaders. Ian lane reports.