Puerto del Carmen Records Lanzarote’s Highest Temperature during Heatwave
Lanzarote experienced soaring temperatures on Monday as the Canary Islands heatwave arrived, with Puerto del Carmen recording the island’s highest temperature of 39.9°C.
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Man Rescued After Falling onto Rocks Along Playa Blanca Promenade
A 35-year-old man was taken to hospital with moderate injuries after falling onto rocks beside the Playa Blanca promenade during the early hours of Wednesday morning.
Teen Seriously Injured in Famara Kitesurfing Accident
A 17-year-old boy was airlifted to hospital on Tuesday evening after suffering serious injuries in a kitesurfing accident at Famara Beach.
Lanzarote Opera Festival continues with La verbena de la Paloma
The 2026 Lanzarote Opera Festival will continue its programme on Saturday, September 19, with a performance of La verbena de la Paloma. The production will take place at 7:00pm at the Tías Municipal Theatre.
Yellow Wind Alert in Force for Lanzarote Until Thursday Lunchtime
Spain’s weather agency, AEMET; has issued a yellow wind alert for Lanzarote extending from 8am today (Wednesday 5th August) until midday on Thursday 6th August.
Rubicón Archaeological Excavations to Resume in September
The archeological dig at the Rubicón site on Papagayo beach will resume on the 21st September, with funding of €200,000 from the Canarian Government.
Temporary Road Closures in Tías on Friday for Rally Isla de Volcanes
Tías Ayuntamiento has announced the temporary closure of four roads on the afternoon of Friday 7th August, so that the Rally Isla de Volcanes can take place.
Escape the August Heat at The Beach Pub
August in Puerto del Carmen is all about sunshine, beach days and making the most of your holiday. But even the biggest sun lovers need a break from the heat now and then. When it’s time to cool down, there’s no better place to relax than The Beach Pub.
August Nights in Puerto del Carmen Deserve a Little More Sparkle
Beach days are easy. Finding a night you’ll still be laughing about long after your tan fades is another story. This August, Puerto del Carmen’s busiest weeks are bringing packed venues, buzzing nightlife and plenty of reasons to book your evening plans early.
Take a look at what Lanzarote was like in the 1970s
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.
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