If you have made the move to Lanzarote but still own a property in the United Kingdom, that property is likely one of your most valuable assets. Whether it is lived in by a family member or rented out to provide an income that funds your life in Spain, it deserves proper safeguarding.

Many expats assume that a simple Will is enough. However, for UK property owners now living abroad, a Will alone may not offer the full protection you need. This is where placing your property into a UK Trust becomes a wise and practical step.

The advantages of a UK Trust for expat property owners

A Trust is a legal arrangement that gives you control over what happens to your property and other assets, both during your lifetime and after. For British expats living in Spain, the benefits include:

• Avoiding probate delays. When a property is held in a Trust, it does not usually need to go through the probate process. This means your loved ones can avoid the long waits and significant costs that often come with UK probate, especially difficult when you are living overseas.
• Protecting your intended beneficiaries. A Trust ensures that your property passes only to the people you choose. It cannot be diluted by divorce or separation, whether that is your own marriage breakdown or that of your children or other chosen beneficiaries.
• Tax efficiency for married couples. If you are married, holding your UK property correctly at the Land Registry (usually as tenants in common rather than as joint tenants) means there is no immediate tax on the full value of the property on the first death. When passing to children on the second death, inheritance tax is only payable if the total UK estate is worth more than £1,000,000.
• Protection for unmarried couples. If you are not married but have children you wish to inherit, a Trust can again make sure that your wishes are honoured. These arrangements are more complex than a Will alone and are always set up alongside your own UK Will. If you already have a Will, an update to place your property into Trust may be all that is required.

How CJH Consultancy can help you

A personal conversation is always arranged, either here in Spain or in the United Kingdom. The process begins with a free initial meeting at one of their offices or via Zoom, so they can understand your global picture and recommend exactly what services you need.

If you already have a UK Will, it may still be adequate with a simple update to place your property into Trust. If you have no Will at all, now is the time to act.

Do not leave your UK property unprotected or risk passing the wrong assets to the wrong people. A properly structured Trust, combined with Wills in both the UK and Spain, gives you peace of mind that your wishes will be followed and your loved ones will be looked after.

You can speak directly to Colin and his team via WhatsApp on +44 7762 059608 or arrange a Zoom meeting. More details are also available on their website.

https://cjhconsultancy.co.uk/

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There are some evenings as a private chef that stay with you long after the last plates have been cleared away.

Nerina from Event and Catering Solutions Lanzarote recently returned to one of her favourite villas on the island. A beautiful, peaceful place with an outdoor kitchen and dining area. A space that always seems to encourage people to slow down, pour another glass of wine and simply enjoy being together.

The booking had been arranged by Chris as a surprise celebration for two ladies in the group who were both turning 60. The brief was relaxed and sociable. Spanish tapas, good wine, laughter and a warm Lanzarote evening under the fairy lights.

Where the evening leads

The funny thing about this job is that you never quite know where the evening will lead.

One minute Nerina was serving tortilla Española and sizzling garlic prawns, topping up glasses of Rioja and checking the padrón peppers on the grill. The next, they were deep in conversation about a small old market town back in the UK.

Not just the same county. Not even the same nearby area. The very same town.

Within minutes they were talking about old pubs that no longer exist, familiar roads, teachers from school days, places they all remembered from years ago. Little details that instantly transport you back in time. Funny how someone can simply mention a street name or a pub sign and suddenly you are nineteen again for a brief moment.

Halfway between Nerina’s past life and the one she’s created in Lanzarote, sat under the warm sky surrounded by Mediterranean food, somehow they had all ended up back in Uttoxeter, Staffordshire for half an hour through memories alone.

More than just the menu

That is one of the things Nerina loves most about food and hospitality.

People often think hiring a private chef is purely about the menu. But honestly, the food is only part of it. The real magic is usually what happens around the table itself.

Stories get told. Families reconnect. Old memories resurface. Strangers become friends. And sometimes, completely unexpectedly, you discover you all once walked the same streets many years before.

As a chef, Nerina is invited into some very special moments in people’s lives. Birthdays, anniversaries, proposals, family holidays and long overdue reunions. It is never really just about cooking dinner. It is about creating an atmosphere where people relax enough to talk, laugh, reminisce and make new memories together.

What Event and Catering Solutions offers you

Book a private catering experience to enjoy in the comfort of your own home, holiday villa or event venue. Nerina brings bold flavours of the Mediterranean and Canary Islands straight to your table. Menus are tailor made to suit your guests and your budget, creating a personalised dining experience.

Fresh, locally sourced ingredients are crafted into bold, creative dishes, presented and paired with island wines, craft beers, cocktails and premium spirits. Special dietary needs are taken care of too, so everyone feels included and looked after.

Nerina and her team handle everything. Preparation, service, clear up. They can even source and supply Spanish and local drinks packages for you. Just ask when booking.

Save The Date!

Popular dates, especially weekends and peak seasons, fill up months in advance. 2026 and even 2027 is already booking fast. Once your date is secured, Nerina will work with you to design the perfect dining experience, from intimate dinners to celebrations of 4 up to 50 guests (with prior notice).

Relax knowing your chef is confirmed, and focus on looking forward to your event.

Get in touch

Email: nerinahowell@gmail.com
Phone: 0034 711 065 993
Website: www.eventandcateringsolutionslanzarote.com

“Food is love made visible.”
Nerina, Your Private Chef in Lanzarote

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Lanzarote’s César Manrique Airport welcomed 717,869 passengers during April 2026, representing a 3.7% decrease compared to the same month last year.

Across the Canary Islands, airports handled a combined total of 4,428,218 passengers in April, down 3.5% compared to April 2025.

Of the total passengers travelling through the islands’ airports, 4,414,347 used commercial flights. Domestic travel accounted for 1,867,561 passengers, an increase of 0.7%, while international passenger numbers fell by 6.2% to 2,546,786 travellers.

Passenger Numbers Across the Canary Islands

Gran Canaria Airport recorded the highest traffic figures in April, with 1,310,395 passengers, a decline of 2.8% compared to the previous year.

Tenerife South followed with 1,063,254 passengers, down 8.2%, while César Manrique-Lanzarote Airport ranked third with 717,869 passengers (-3.7%).

Other airports across the archipelago reported the following figures:

• Tenerife North-Ciudad de La Laguna: 620,404 passengers (+4.7%)
• Fuerteventura Airport: 542,085 passengers (-6.7%)
• La Palma Airport: 136,020 passengers (+5.4%)
• El Hierro Airport: 26,787 passengers (+7.6%)
• La Gomera Airport: 11,404 passengers (+6.1%)

Passenger Totals for January to April

During the first four months of 2026, Canary Islands airports handled 18,585,501 passengers overall, a slight decrease of 0.8% compared to the same period in 2025.

Commercial flights accounted for 18,507,841 passengers. Of these, 6,712,612 travelled on domestic routes, down 1.1%, while 11,795,229 passengers used international flights, a marginal decrease of 0.3% year-on-year.

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Tías Ayuntamiento has announced the upcoming installation of solar-powered passenger information boards at several bus stops across the municipality, aimed at improving the experience for public transport users.

The project has been awarded to the company Capmar Sistemas de Información and forms part of the wider initiative titled “Supply and Installation of a Passenger Information System for Lanzarote’s Regular Intercity Transport (ITS).” The scheme is included in Spain’s Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan and is financed through European Union Next Generation funds.

The new information points will be installed at bus stops located along the LZ-2 in Mácher, Avenida Alcalde Florencio Suárez in Tías, and several key streets in Puerto del Carmen, including Rambla Islas Canarias, Avenida de las Playas, calle Venus, calle Marte, calle Noruega, calle Juan Carlos I and calle Reina Sofía.

Mayor José Juan Cruz said the initiative will improve services for passengers by providing accessible, real-time transport information through a modern and environmentally sustainable solar-powered system.

Councillor for Mobility and Transport Sergio García added that the new boards will represent “a significant improvement for residents and visitors,” particularly in busy intercity transport areas such as Mácher, Puerto del Carmen and Tías.

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The Lanzarote Cabildo has announced a series of road closures and traffic restrictions for the 34th edition of the Club La Santa Ironman Lanzarote, taking place on Saturday, May 23, 2026.

Haría

In Haría municipality, the LZ-10 road will be closed from 9:00am until 5:30pm. Several streets in the town centre — including El Palmeral, La Cilla, La Cruz, María Herrera, Portillo de Bonilla, Santa Bárbara and San Francisco — will have traffic restrictions between 10:00am and 3:30pm.

Additional closures include:

• LZ-201 between Máguez and Yé
• LZ-202 toward Arrieta (Hoya de la Pila–Mirador del Río)
• LZ-203 between Mirador del Río and Yé

These roads will be closed from 10:30am to 4:00pm.

The LZ-1 between Arrieta and Guatiza will also be closed from 10:00am until 5:00pm.

Access to Haría will be maintained via San Juan Street from Arrieta using the LZ-208 (Trujillo). Vehicles will be diverted through La Cruz Street and Romero Street from Máguez. Access to Guinate will remain possible from Máguez via Camino del Cuervo.

Yé will be isolated from 10:30am to 4:00pm, although organisers will provide transport for anyone needing to travel during that time. Traffic through Órzola, Punta Mujeres and Arrieta will continue via the LZ-1 Arrecife–Órzola road.

Teguise

The LZ-30 in Teguise will close from 8:00am to 6:00pm. Streets affected in the town include Bentejuí, Guayadeque and Leandro Perdomo Spínola between 9:00am and 1:00pm, while José Betancort Street will remain closed until 5:30pm.

Other closures include:

• LZ-10 (La Villa–Haría)
• LZ-404 (Guatiza–La Villa)
• LZ-1a between Tahiche and Guatiza

These restrictions will apply from 9:00am to 5:30pm. The LZ-1 between Arrieta and Guatiza will also be closed from 10:00am to 5:00pm.

Residents will still be able to access Teguise via the LZ-10 from Tahiche. Alternative routes have also been arranged for Mozaga, El Mojón, Los Valles and Teseguite.

Access to Famara will only be possible via the LZ-410 (Soo–Caleta de Famara), as the LZ-402 will remain closed.

Yaiza

In Yaiza, the LZ-30 will close from 7:30am to 11:30am, while the La Geria road will be inaccessible from 7:45am until midday.

Further restrictions include:

• LZ-2 near Uga from 7:45am to 12:00pm
• LZ-2 toward Playa Blanca from 7:45am to 1:00pm
• LZ-67 between the south and Mancha Blanca from 8:00am to 1:30pm

Alternative access routes will be available through Yaiza and La Degollada using the LZ-701 from Janubio. Playa Blanca, Las Breñas, Maciot and Femés can still be reached via the LZ-702 and LZ-2 roads.

In Uga, access will be restricted to residents only through the Los Camellos roundabout using Tinasoria Street.

Tinajo

Road closures in Tinajo will affect the LZ-67 and Avenida Mancha Blanca from 8:00am to 1:30pm. Calle Tinguatón will also be closed from 8:30am to 1:30pm.

The LZ-56 between Mancha Blanca and La Geria will remain closed from 7:30am to 6:30pm.

Traffic diversions will operate through Calle El Tablero in Mancha Blanca and Camino Esquina La Vega in Tinguatón.

Timanfaya National Park will close from 8:00am to 1:30pm.

San Bartolomé

The LZ-30 between Masdache and La Villa will close from 8:30am until 6:30pm.

In Playa Honda:

• Camino de Guacimeta will close from 12:45pm to 9:15pm
• The main avenue will close from 1:00pm to 9:00pm

Access to La Florida and El Islote will remain available via the LZ-409 (El Peñón).

Tías and Arrecife

In Puerto del Carmen, Avenida Las Playas will be closed from 11:00am until 1:00am.

Meanwhile, in Arrecife, Avenida Secundino Delgado will be closed between 1:30pm and 8:30pm.

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Viewers from La Graciosa saw a huge plume of dust rising from the Famara cliffs yesterday after a landslide in the area known as El Gayo.

Firefighters from La Graciosa rode jet skis across El Rio to inspect the zone and check if there were any casualties. However, owing to the remoteness and inaccessibility of the zone no one appears to have been involved.

The landslide involved around 25 metres of the cliff face, and has apparently damaged a footpath, the Camino de los Caleteros, along the foot of the cliff. 

The Famara cliffs are a gradually eroding massif on which evidence of many earlier landslides is clearly visible.  There is no indication that the landslide was linked with minor earth tremors that have recently been detected off Lanzarote’s coast, but the winter rains could have contributed to the instability of the cliff.

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Canal Gestión yesterday announced that the water supply to Tahiche had been suspended until further notice, due to a breakdown in the Norte 1 supply pipeline.

The company stated that time would be required to locate the problem, carry out works to assess the situation and repair the breakdown and reload the supply system with water, adding that it was not known how long this would take.

As well as Tahiche, nineteen other towns and villages in Lanzarote and La Graciosa were affected by water cuts yesterday. The areas affected included Haría, Yaiza, Uga, Mácher, San Bartolomé, Güime, Nazaret and Tao. 

Constant water cuts in rural areas were one of the principal reasons for the Cabildo’s recent decision to declare breach of contract and end its agreement with Canal Gestión. However, an alternative operator has still not been found.

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Couples looking to add a spark of fun to their evening in Lanzarote need look no further. While sunset dinners are wonderful, sometimes the best memories are made with a putter in hand and a backdrop of glowing neon art. Funky Mini Golf in Costa Teguise offers precisely that: a lively, charming, and wonderfully unique date night experience.

The course features 15 UV neon lit holes, each bursting with funky graffiti designs and imaginative themes. As you play, you will discover creative surprises around every corner, including a dedicated outer space area that adds a playful, cosmic twist to your round. It is the kind of place where inhibitions disappear and genuine laughter takes over.

After you have finished your round and perhaps settled the score (bragging rights are very much on the line), you can kick back at the fully stocked bar. Grab an ice cold slushie or a refreshing drink and soak in the vibrant atmosphere. It is indoor fun, so you never have to worry about the evening breeze.

Open everyday from 10am to 11pm, the later hours are perfect for a post dinner game. Located at Plaza del Corral, 2, Calle Las Olas, tickets are €9 for adults and €7 for children. Whether you are a couple seeking something different or a group of friends after a good time, this neon adventure delivers.

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We buy a property in Lanzarote for the sunshine, the lifestyle, and the sanctuary it provides. But when you are thousands of miles away, and a winter storm rolls in off the Atlantic, or the summer heat takes its toll, that sanctuary can quickly become a source of anxiety. First Class Villa Services makes sure that your villa is always safe, secure & prepared for you to enjoy.

We have all heard the horror stories. The vacant property that fell into disrepair, the burst water pipe that wasn’t discovered for weeks, or worse, the villa that became an unwanted target due to visible neglect. For many owners, the fear isn’t just about the weather; it’s about the unknown.

This is where the distinction between a simple caretaker and a dedicated management team becomes vital. You don’t just need someone to open a gate; you need support for your investment.

Your Island Security Blanket

First Class Villa Services, owned by Nils Janssen, was built on the understanding that your second home should feel like a priority, not a problem. They provide a comprehensive shield for your property, ensuring that whether you are absent for months or just away for a weekend, your villa remains safe, sound, and stunning.

Their approach is proactive rather than reactive. It covers every angle of homeownership:

• Security & Supervision: Regular, professional inspections ensure that a broken window or a gate left ajar is dealt with immediately, deterring unwelcome guests and preventing small issues from becoming costly disasters.
• Maintenance & Curb Appeal: From keeping your pool water chemically balanced and crystal clear to ensuring your garden doesn’t resemble a wild landscape, they maintain the kerb appeal and functionality of your home. They also handle the “small maintenance” tasks – the dripping tap or the worn seal -that can cause major damage if ignored.
• Concierge & Project Management: Arriving to a spotless, hygienic villa after a late flight transforms your holiday start from stressful to serene. Furthermore, if you are considering renovations or upgrades, they can manage those projects from start to finish, liaising with local contractors so you don’t have to.
• Arrival Preparation: Enjoy the delight of walking into a fresh, welcoming home. The team ensures your villa is spotless, beds are made with fresh sheets, and outdoor terraces are cleaned and ready for you to relax, so your holiday begins the moment you step through the door.

The Peace of Mind Portal

What truly sets a professional service apart is transparency. First Class Villa Services offers an exclusive client portal where you can access logs of all activities and maintenance records. You are not left guessing if a check-up occurred; you can see the proof, putting your mind completely at ease.

Beyond Maintenance: Your Partner in Property

Furthermore, their intimate knowledge of Lanzarote’s property market means they are an invaluable resource for buyers and sellers. They offer support and insights that go beyond simple maintenance, helping you navigate the logistics of owning or trading property on the island.

Why spend your time worrying about the “what ifs” from afar? Your villa is your haven. Ensure it is treated with the care and attention it deserves. Schedule a consultation with First Class Villa Services today and give yourself the freedom to enjoy Lanzarote, whether you are here or not.

First Class Villa Services — because your second home deserves first-class care.

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WhatsApp/phone: +34 629 872 265
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Tinajo will once again celebrate Canary Day with an extensive programme of cultural, sporting and family activities under the theme “Tinajo, Land of Tradition.” The celebrations, organised by Tinajo Town Hall in collaboration with the Cabildo of Lanzarote and the Government of the Canary Islands, will take place mainly in Plaza de Los Dolores and are designed for both residents and visitors.

The festivities begin on Friday, 22 May, with the traditional raising of the Canarian flag outside the Church of Los Dolores. Later that afternoon, the Municipal Theatre will host the third edition of the Nasas International Short Film Festival.

Activities continue on Sunday, 24 May, alongside the weekly Farmers’ Market. At 11:00am, children can enjoy Stories with a Canarian Soul by Lorena Curbelo, followed by family workshops celebrating Canarian traditions until 1:00pm. At midday, acclaimed performers Olga Cerpa and Mestisay will headline the Canary Day Concert.

On Thursday, 28 May, Plaza de Los Dolores will host literary events including the presentation of Los enviados del mar at 7:00pm and Destiladera, Lanzarote Revelado at 8:30pm.

The main celebrations begin on Friday, 29 May, with the Los Dolores fairgrounds opening at 4:30pm. Traditional games and workshops, including salto del pastor and other popular Canarian pastimes, will run from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. At 6:00pm, visitors can enjoy Degustando Tinajo, a tapas fair showcasing local produce, before the 7th Félix Morales Fernández Memorial Regional Bola Tournament starts at 7:30pm. Evening entertainment includes performances by Tingafa, Mujeres del Volcán, A.C. Sondemar and Cuarteto Alegranza.

Celebrations continue throughout Saturday, 30 May, beginning with the Don Benjamín Curbelo Perdomo Memorial vintage car exhibition at 11:30am and a community rosette-making activity in César Manrique Park. Children’s entertainment, puppet shows, inflatables and live music will continue throughout the day. Performers include the Tinajo Music School, Peña San Roque Band, AMC Timbayba and a series of traditional parrandas lasting into the night, ending with the Swing Group at midnight.

The programme concludes on Sunday, 31 May, with more traditional sports and cultural activities. The wooden bola tournament resumes, while author Fefo Nieves will present his book Traditional Cuisine of Lanzarote at 11:00am. Musical performances by A.F. Los Campesinos begin at midday, followed by workshops and exhibitions dedicated to Canarian wrestling, traditional games, clay engraving, cochineal art and flag-making.

As in previous years, the event will also feature a competition for the best Canarian-themed table setting, rewarding creativity, originality and the use of traditional cultural elements.

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