Should Lanzarote’s Taxis Work Together?

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Lanzarote’s Cabildo has invited all the municipalities and taxi firms on the island to assess what went wrong with a proposed agreement that was intended to allow free operation of taxis over the Christmas period.

Reader’s Letters – February 2025

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Our readers regularly send us messages and emails regarding Lanzarote, here are some of your thoughts that we printed in the February edition.

Welcome to Palm Safari!

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The newly refurbished Mini-Golf course in the Marina Rubicon is a terrific addition to Playa Blanca’s leisure scene.

Become A Dog Walker At The SARA Shelter

You don’t need to be a resident to walk the dogs at the island’s biggest animal shelter. Many tourists also make the trip up to SARA in Tahiche to help out, often pairing it with a trip to César Manrique’s famous house and studio nearby. By Justin Kerswell, SARA volunteer photographer.

Taking The Water Taxi To Puerto Calero

The water taxi shuttles back and forth from Puerto del Carmen’s harbour to the sleek marina at Puerto Calero a dozen times each day. It’s the perfect beginning or end to one of the loveliest excursions on the island.

10 Years Of Optical Excellence

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The Mióptica optical centre has been a byword for quality and expertise in Playa Blanca. This month they celebrate a very special occasion - their 10th year in business.

One Pot Crispy Chicken Thighs & Rice

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This recipe is perfect for those weekdays when you have little time. Taking only 45 minutes to prepare and cook, this tasty dish is filling and will most likely leave you with leftovers for the next day. Here's our recipe on how to make it.

No Island For Low Earners

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Almost four out of ten properties offered for sale on Lanzarote in 2025 cost more than half a million euros.

How Did Flightless Birds Reach Lanzarote?

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A clearer idea of the timescale of Lanzarote’s existence provides understanding to one of the island’s natural mysteries.

UD Lanzarote Fighting For Top Spot

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With half of the season now complete, UD Lanzarote are in third spot, three points behind leaders UD Las Palmas B in the RFEF 3 (the Spanish football federation’s 5th tier). Ian lane reports.