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Interviews

Lanzarote’s Heartbeat

Lanzarote is in constant motion, a volcanic island that is shifting and trembling all the time. These movements are constantly measured and monitored by specialists here and around the world. We visited the source of this information, the Lanzarote…

Oscars’ Musical Legacy

This month’s story comes from Martin McCormack, a musician who immortalised a Lanzarote bar in the form of an electric guitar.

The son of the sea

On days when small waves roll into Lanzarote's beaches, it's common to see tourists trying a bit of bodysurfing. But surely no one would consider doing it on notorious, awe-inspiring waves such as El Quemao at La Santa. No one, that is, apart from expert bodysurfer Ahmed Erraji – also known as El Hijo del Mar (Son of the Sea).

Made of Iron

Ten years ago, shortly after arriving on Lanzarote with her young daughter, Gemma Haywood wondered why she seemed to have developed an Adam's apple. The terrible explanation arrived when she consulted her doctor, who diagnosed her with thyroid cancer.

Anything is possible!

Two years ago Rory Duffy weighed 17.8 stone (113 kgs). Now he has two Ironman medals. We spoke to him about changing your life completely.

Surviving the storm

Indian Delights celebrates its first birthday this August and if you know the restaurant, you’ll know that the anniversary is going to be celebrated in fine style. But that year has been a tough, worrying and challenging one for every business on Lanzarote. How Indian Delights survived is a lesson for everyone.

Latest News

The Best of What’s Happening This Week and Next in Lanzarote23/07/2026 - 11:22 am
Whether you’re looking for an intimate acoustic concert, a classical performance or one of the island’s biggest music festivals, there’s plenty happening across Lanzarote over the coming days. Here’s our pick of the best events taking place this week and next.
Ladies’ Night Comes to Ajaxes Gastrobar in Puerto Calero TONIGHT23/07/2026 - 10:58 am
Ajaxes Gastrobar is inviting friends to get together for a brand-new Ladies’ Night tonight, Thursday 23rd July, with an evening of great food, refreshing drinks and live music in the stylish surroundings of Puerto Calero.
Trusts Play Growing Role in Modern Estate Planning23/07/2026 - 9:45 am
From protecting family assets to helping future generations inherit as intended, trusts are playing a growing role in modern estate planning.
DIY Water Checks: The Things You Should Be Doing Before You Call Us23/07/2026 - 9:30 am
Now of course we want you to call us, we want to help you but there are so many simple things you can check before reaching for Whatsapp or email and contacting Canary Detect. You might well still need us but a few simple checks can stop the initial panic of a water leak and also help us do our job efficiently and effectively
La Graciosa Takes Centre Stage as First Canarian Film Heads to Toronto International Film Festival23/07/2026 - 9:12 am
La Graciosa will take the international spotlight this September as Las islas afortunadas becomes the first feature directed by a Canarian filmmaker and produced primarily by Canary Islands companies to compete at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF).
Rubbish Bin Fires in Lanzarote Fall by More Than 40% During First Half of 202623/07/2026 - 9:04 am
Rubbish bin fires across Lanzarote fell by 40.5% during the first six months of 2026.
Lanzarote’s CACT Shops Launch New Range Inspired by the Island’s Traditional Botany23/07/2026 - 8:53 am
The shops at Lanzarote’s Centres for Art, Culture and Tourism (CACT) have introduced a new collection of locally made products inspired by the island’s traditional botanical heritage. Developed by Lanzarote Natural, the range includes organic cosmetics, artisanal fleur de sel, natural prickly pear juice and premium fruit jams.