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Lanzarote’s summer weather has been a mixed bag

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The summer's weather so far has been a fascinating mix of good, bad and a little bit of ugly, but Lanzarote has still been a welcome refuge compared to many places.

Welcome back to Lanzarote, Mr. Prime Minister… or not?

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A political row has unfolded after a proposal to name Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez persona non grata on Lanzarote before his summer holidays on the island.

Interview with Arrecife Mayor Yonathan de León

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At 41 years of age, Yonathan de León is the youngest ever Mayor of Lanzarote's capital and most populous council district, Arrecife.

Lanzarote’s only record label talks vinyl

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Malpaís Records is the only record label producing vinyl records on Lanzarote. We chatted to label boss Carlos “Charlie” Romero last month.

5 years of Indian Delights

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Indian Delights celebrates half a decade in business this August, and, if you know the restaurant, you'll know that the anniversary is going to be celebrated in glorious fashion. Owners Ramesh and Sara Saraswati look at the past five years and to the future.

Put your Lanzarote holiday home in order

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Lanzarote lawyer Erardo Ferrer explains the Law of Classified Activities and liability insurance as they apply to holiday rental owners.

Spain cracks down on Airbnbs

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Airbnb has reached an agreement with Spain’s Housing Department to remove any properties advertised on its site that do not have an official registration code.

Speed traps on Lanzarote

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A speed camera on Lanzarote has generated more fines than any other in the Canary Islands, and is one of the top 15 earners in Spain.

Reader’s Letters – August 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 August edition.

Lanzarote hotel rates up 10% in June

The average hotel rates on Lanzarote were 10% higher in June compared to last year, at an average of 129.8 euros per night.