Lanzarote’s Health Directorate has presented its long-term plan for healthcare on the island to the Canarian Health Service. 

The plan is based on the projected increase in population on the island over the next 20 years from the current 170,000 to around 200,000.

This will require an increase in health facilities, and the plan envisages a brand-new General Hospital complex located in Tahiche, on the eastern side of the LZ-1 main road as it leaves Arrecife. 

This would become the island’s primary healthcare facility, while the existing hospital complex at Argana would be devoted to outpatient care, rehabilitation and maternity/childcare.

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The fourth edition of the Puerto del Carmen Christmas Craft Fair will take place from December 10th to 13th at the Plaza de las Naciones.

The fair will be held at the Plaza de las Naciones, near Los Pocillos Beach in Puerto del Carmen. Alongside craft stalls and food kiosks, the programme will include musical performances, recreational activities, workshops and a play area. A visit from Santa Claus is also planned.

Tías mayor José Juan Cruz said he expects the fair to be well received by residents and visitors, “as it once again serves as a wonderful showcase of Lanzarote’s and the Canary Islands’ creativity, while helping to revitalise this area of Puerto del Carmen.”

Miriam Hernández, the councilwoman for Commerce, highlighted the response to previous editions of the event.

She referred to the “fantastic response received in previous editions, which featured more than 50 stalls of all kinds and where crafts and leisure activities took centre stage at the festival.”

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Around 4,000 passengers aboard the Azura and Crystal Serenity cruise ships visited Arrecife this Thursday.

Arrecife experienced a busy day on Thursday as passengers from two cruise ships visited the city centre, including Calle Real, the Charco de San Ginés, La Plazuela and La Avenida, next to the Paque José Ramírez Cerdá.

The two ships arrived early on Thursday, 15th October, and remained docked at the Naos and Los Mármoles docks until their scheduled departure at 6pm.

Arrecife targets cruise passengers with higher spending power

Arrecife’s Tourism Department, headed by Eli Merino, is working to attract cruise visitors to the capital.

“Many of them travel on cruise ships with high cabin costs, indicating that they are travellers with high purchasing power. This is a segment that we have been working to attract. This strategy has yielded positive results during this term, making Arrecife a home port for several international cruise lines,” Merino said.

Taxi arrangements for the winter cruise season

Meanwhile, the Transport Department, led by Councilman Mario González Altube, has introduced rotating shifts for Arrecife’s taxis ahead of the new autumn and winter cruise season.

The arrangements are intended to ensure taxis remain available at ranks across Arrecife’s neighbourhoods and centre on days when cruise ships arrive.

The measure is designed to maintain transport availability for passengers visiting the capital during the busy cruise season.

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Firefighters extinguished a fire involving three rubbish bins on Calle El Tablero in Tinajo on Wednesday night.

The blaze broke out at around 11:15 p.m., according to emergency services.

When firefighters arrived, several residents were already attempting to put out the flames using water from a hose.

The cardboard and glass containers were completely burned, while the paper bin sustained partial damage.

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The celebrations in El Golfo begin this Friday, 16th October, with a second-hand fashion show, followed by beach clean-ups, sporting events and family activities, culminating in the La Pardela Gala on Saturday, 24th October.

Residents and visitors are invited to join the celebrations, which will include activities for children, sporting competitions and community events. One of the main attractions will be the La Pardela Gala on Saturday, October 24th, when beauty queens take to the runway for a show featuring satire and humour.

The programme begins on Friday, October 16th, at 6pm with a fashion show showcasing second-hand clothing and accessories given a new lease of life by amateur designers and models from the town.

On Saturday, October 17th, volunteers will be able to take part in an environmental beach clean-up organised in collaboration with Viva Blue Diving. Those wishing to participate can register by sending a WhatsApp message to 620281900.

Sport will also feature in the day’s programme, with the traditional indoor football tournament taking place alongside a large gymkhana for children in the afternoon.

Sunday, October 18th, will bring a boat parade featuring a piñata, followed by music, a water festival and a community barbecue.

The festivities will continue throughout the following week, culminating in the La Pardela Gala on Saturday, October 24th.

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From manual operation to electric controls and temperature sensors, AMU Blinds & Curtains offers roller blind solutions designed to help Lanzarote homeowners manage sunlight, privacy and indoor comfort.

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With Lanzarote’s bright sunshine and warm climate, choosing the right window coverings can make a real difference to how comfortable a home feels. AMU Blinds & Curtains offers a range of roller blinds that combine clean, contemporary styling with practical control over light and privacy.

Homeowners can choose from the colours, fabrics and finishes available through AMU Blinds & Curtains to suit different rooms and interior styles. Options include blackout fabrics for bedrooms and splash-proof designs for bathrooms, making it possible to select roller blinds according to the needs of each space.

For those looking for greater convenience, AMU Blinds & Curtains also offers motorised roller blinds, allowing them to be opened and closed at the touch of a button. This can be particularly useful for large windows, hard-to-reach openings or properties where several blinds need adjusting throughout the day.

Smart controls for everyday comfort

AMU Blinds & Curtains provides electric blind solutions, including systems with Wi-Fi connectivity, giving homeowners additional ways to manage their window coverings. Depending on the system selected, blinds can be operated remotely or programmed to open and close together.

Temperature sensors offer another option for automated shading. Depending on the system, blinds can respond to changes in temperature, helping to limit direct sunlight entering a room when conditions become warmer. This can be particularly useful in Lanzarote, where strong sunshine can quickly heat rooms with large glazed windows.

For those who prefer a straightforward solution, AMU Blinds & Curtains also supplies manual roller blinds.

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Based in Lanzarote, AMU Blinds & Curtains is run by husband-and-wife team Richard and Shelley, who bring more than 35 years of combined experience in the blinds and curtains industry.

They offer a personal service, helping customers explore suitable fabrics and operating systems before taking precise measurements and carrying out professional installation. Child-safe blind systems are fitted as standard, with motorised options providing cord-free operation.

Homeowners can arrange a free consultation, during they visit with samples, discuss options for the property and provide a clear, no-obligation quote.

For anyone considering new roller blinds in Lanzarote, AMU Blinds & Curtains can help find a solution that balances appearance, everyday convenience and control over the island’s strong sunshine.

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Arrecife-born singer Rosana Arbelo marked a major milestone in her career 30 years after releasing Lunas Rotas, one of the ten best-selling Spanish albums of all time. An exhibition celebrating the album and her career is on display at Casa Amarilla in Arrecife until the end of the month.

30 years ago, Lanzarote singer Rosana released her debut album and rocketed to international fame.

Born in Arrecife, Rosana Arbelo moved to Madrid to study music at the age of 20. There, she performed in local establishments and wrote songs for other artists. In 1996, she released her first album, Lunas Rotas.

It remains one of the ten best-selling Spanish albums of all time.  A life-affirming collection of songs and ballads that contained hits such as the title track, A Fuego Lento, Sin Miedo and Si Tu No Estas, the album sold millions of copies in Spain and Latin America and launched a hugely successful career that continues to this day.

Despite international fame, Rosana’s love of her island never diminished. The video for Sin Miedo was shot on Lanzarote and features the saltworks at Janubio and the wreck of the Telamon. Rosana lives between Lanzarote and Madrid and was awarded the honour of Favoured Daughter of Arrecife in 2022.

An exhibition celebrating the 30^th anniversary of Lunas Rotas and the life and career of Lanzarote’s most famous artist can be seen at the Casa Amarilla in Arrecife until the end of the month.   

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As families become more diverse and property ownership more complex, trusts are increasingly being considered as part of long-term estate planning. CJH Consultancy Services provides English-speaking consultancy support across Lanzarote, the wider Canary Islands and mainland Spain, with Colin helping clients explore the options available to them.

Estate planning is no longer simply about deciding who receives a person’s possessions after death. For families with property, children from previous relationships or assets spread between countries, the question can also be how those assets are protected and managed along the way.

That is one reason trusts are becoming a more common part of conversations about inheritance.

CJH Consultancy Services provides English-speaking consultancy support for residents in Lanzarote, the wider Canary Islands and mainland Spain. Colin works with clients to understand their individual circumstances and can explain the different trust structures that may be relevant, with appropriate legal work referred to SRA-regulated professionals within the organisation where required.

One option discussed by CJH is a Flexible Life Interest Trust within a UK Will. According to the consultancy, this can provide a structure intended to protect assets for future beneficiaries while allowing the surviving spouse access to the estate.

Such planning can be particularly relevant to couples who have children from previous relationships. A straightforward Will leaving everything to a surviving partner may not always reflect the family’s longer-term intentions. Concerns can include a future remarriage, inheritance tax or the way assets may ultimately pass to children.

CJH also works with Property Trusts and Asset Protection Trusts, which can relate to a main residence as well as additional properties. Where registration is required, the relevant Land Registry documentation needs to be completed and submitted, while conveyancing may also be necessary where ownership is being transferred.

Trusts are not a solution that can simply be applied in the same way to every family. CJH stresses the importance of establishing a trust for the right reasons and considering the individual’s circumstances before deciding whether one is appropriate.

The consultancy’s services can also be relevant to people with assets in both Spain and the UK. Colin can discuss clients’ circumstances and, through CJH’s relationship with Temis & Co, help facilitate advice relating to Spanish Wills and Powers of Attorney.

For families living in Lanzarote, therefore, estate planning can involve more than writing a document and putting it away safely. It can mean considering property ownership, family circumstances and assets held in different countries — and ensuring that the arrangements made today still reflect what the family wants to achieve in the future.

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Lanzarote has begun celebrations for the 35th anniversary of IRONMAN Lanzarote in Hawaii, with the unveiling of a commemorative logo and a presentation promoting the island’s place in international triathlon.

A delegation from Lanzarote attended the event at the invitation of The IRONMAN Group, joining representatives of the international organisation at Kona, home of the IRONMAN World Championship, which will take place on October 10th.

The presentation marked the start of preparations for the 35th edition of IRONMAN Lanzarote and highlighted the history of a race that has helped establish the island as an international destination for sports tourism.

Since its first edition, IRONMAN Lanzarote has raised the island’s profile within the global triathlon community and strengthened its reputation for outdoor sports, nature and major sporting events.

An international platform for the anniversary

Launching the anniversary celebrations in Kona allows Lanzarote to promote the forthcoming edition on one of the sport’s most important international stages.

The initiative aims to use the global reach of the IRONMAN World Championship to strengthen Lanzarote’s position as a destination for sport.

Oswaldo Betancort, president of the Cabildo, said “The fact that the 35th anniversary of IRONMAN Lanzarote is being launched from Kona places the island at the global heart of this sport. We want to take advantage of this showcase to continue highlighting a Lanzarote that not only hosts major competitions but also offers conditions and a landscape that are integral to the sporting experience itself”.

Lanzarote IRONMAN 2027

Juan Monzón, the Sports Councilor for the Cabildo, said “We have the best IRONMAN in the world, and starting with this upcoming edition we will take a qualitative leap that will mark a turning point for our island.”

Agustí Pérez, Senior Regional Director for Southern Europe at The IRONMAN Group, highlighted the race’s planned inclusion in the Experience Oman IRONMAN Pro Series in 2027.

“We are particularly excited that in 2027, the IRONMAN Lanzarote will become part of the Experience Oman IRONMAN Pro Series – a recognition of its significance within the international calendar and an opportunity to continue showcasing the race and the island of Lanzarote to the world’s elite in our sport.”

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