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Lanzarote Surpasses 2 Million Visitors in Seven-Month Period

Lanzarote has recorded an unprecedented tourism milestone, welcoming over two million visitors from January through July for the first time ever.

Cyclist injured after falling in Teguise

A 31-year-old cyclist suffered moderate injuries after falling from their bike on the Avenida Garafía in Teguise.

Ryanair cuts a million regional flights in Spain over AENA disagreement

Ryanair announced the axing of over a million flights in Spain yesterday, as it cut or ceased operating in several Spanish regional airports. In the Canaries, Ryanair will cease to operate at Tenerife North this winter, while mainland airports at Vigo, Zaragoza, Santander, Asturias, Santiago de Compostela and Vitoria will see reduced flights or winter closures.

Woman drowns at Puerto del Carmen beach

A woman drowned at Matagorda beach yesterday afternoon.

Scientists established that Elephant birds lived on on Lanzarote four million years ago

Scientists have established that the aepyornis, or elephant bird - one of the largest birds ever to exist - lived on Lanzarote four million years ago.

Event & Catering Solutions: New Site, Same Magic, Zero Stress

For holidaymakers and residents dreaming of the perfect stress-free gathering, private chef Nerina has just made planning your soirée, family feast, or special celebration easier than ever.

Starmer to meet Sánchez to sign first bilateral post-Brexit agreement between the UK and Spain

Nine days after leaving Lanzarote, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will today fly to London to meet British PM Keir Starmer for the signing of the first bilateral post-Brexit agreement between the two countries.

Tinajo Mayor under fire over domestic violence comments

Tinajo Mayor Jesús Machín has caused a storm of criticism after comments suggesting that he instructed police to accommodate men accused of domestic violence in hotels to prevent their arrest.

Everything we know about Almodóvar’s upcoming Lanzarote film

Lanzarote is once again under the bright lights of a film set, serving as the primary location for legendary Spanish director Pedro Almodóvar's eagerly awaited new feature, Amarga Navidad (Bitter Christmas).

Lanzarote duty chemists: September 2025

In Spain, each of the seven municipalities will have a duty chemist (farmacía de guardía) which remains open while others are closed. This can be especially important to know at weekends or on the frequent bank holidays.