Into Volcano Country
A short hike into the mystical silence of Lanzarote’s desolate volcano country.
Entries by Gazette Life
Canarian Christmas Treats
Canarians have a sweet tooth, and Christmas is one of the times when they’ll indulge it without shame. Here are a few Canarian Christmas treats for you to try at home this month.
A gleam of hope for the 90-day rule
A French law could provide hope for British non-resident homeowners in Spain who have been tied by the 90-day law since Brexit.
Tourism vs Residents
The Canarian Government has approved the formation of a new Housing Law, which may have far-reaching consequences for the future of holiday rentals on the islands.
Rojillos riding high!
After 10 matches UD Lanzarote remain unbeaten and are in third position, just one point adrift from league leaders UD Las Palmas B, in the Tercera division (fifth tier). Ian lane reports.
Tiny Islanders – The Canarian Shrew
There are few wild mammals on the Canary Islands, and only one land-based species that is found nowhere else on earth. Here’s the history of the Canarian Shrew (Crocidura canariensis).
Health requests on Lanzarote
Waiting lists for non-essential operations remain long on Lanzarote, but there are ways to ensure that your case is being attended to.
Lanzarote enter publicity deal with Ryanair
Lanzarote’s Society of Overseas Promotion (SPEL) has come to an agreement with Ryanair for a €275,000 promotional campaign designed at attracting tourists to Lanzarote.
Air traffic control strike demands
Cabildo president Oswaldo Betancort and the president of Lanzarote’s Chamber of Commerce, José Valle, met with representatives of Saerco, the company that manages the control tower at César Manrique Airport, to demand measures that will put an end to the strikes and flight delays at the airport.
Rain and storm warnings this Thursday
The Canarian Government have declared a pre-alert warning for rains and storms today at 12 noon. Additionally, AEMET (Spain’s Meteorological Agency) will active a yellow rain warning from midnight tonight.