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Maintenance time

We’re arriving at one of Lanzarote’s most wonderful times of year, when the strong summer winds die away leaving the island bathing in mellow warmth for at least three months. There’s a huge temptation to lounge on the balcony with a cocktail, but it’s also a fantastic time to get out there and get your home in tip-top shape.

Window talk

In Spain, windows generally open inward. The reasons for this are a result of Spain’s hot weather and its love of privacy.

Patterns of life

If you’ve shied away from trying a bold wallpaper in your Lanzarote home, why not think again? It may just act as the final piece of your interior puzzle. Wallpaper was originally used to imitate expensive tapestries hung on walls…

Flatpack finesse

Assembling flatpack furniture is a modern curse - something our ancestors never had to do. Yet today, we’re all supposed to be home assembly experts because certain stores want to save storage space.

CACT replace online ticketing system

The CACT have announced that their old ticketing has been replaced by a new system aimed at eliminating issues caused by the old system.

Yaiza residents enjoy Patron Saint activities

Last Saturday, residents and visitors gathered in Yaiza to enjoy the Patron Saint activities – a day full of excitement and enthusiasm after two years of Covid postponements.

Where to rent bikes in Lanzarote

If you’re a keen cyclist and want to rent a high-quality bike for your stay, here’s where you can get them on Lanzarote:

Yves Saint Laurent video featuring Dua Lipa, filmed on Tenerife, finally airs

Last December, Tenerife residents were surprised to see the arrival of 27-year-old British pop singer Dua Lipa as she filmed for Yves Saint Laurent. The advert has finally aired on television and social networks.

Two injured after a fight

Two men have been taken to the Dr Jose Molina Orosa hospital in Arrecife after a fight broke out between them yesterday.

Four pateras arrive

195 migrants have arrived on Lanzarote in the last 24 hours, on a total of four boats. Three of the vessels were intercepted at sea, while a fourth put ashore at Punta Mujeres as the seaside village celebrated its annual fiestas.