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Photo Of New-Born Baby On Migrant Boat Headed For Lanzarote Reaches The World

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A photo of a new-born baby on a migrant boat headed for Lanzarote was published around the world last month.

Is Lanzarote Prepared For A Volcanic Eruption?

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The Canary Islands are a string of volcanoes in the ocean, so are we prepared if they ever erupt again?

Spanish Prime Minister Proposes 100% Tax For Non-EU Buyers

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has proposed taxes of up to 100% for non-resident non-EU purchasers of property in Spain, as one of several measures intended to address the housing crisis.

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.

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.

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.