The migration crisis in Ceuta at the end of July focused the attention of the world on a situation which is already familiar to the Canaries.

Saturday 12th September is the most important day in Lanzarote’s calendar, when thousands of islanders dress up in traditional costume and make their way, by whatever means possible, to the church in Mancha Blanca.

Our readers regularly send us messages and emails regarding Lanzarote, here are some of your thoughts that we printed in the September edition.

Lanzarote has lost over 1,000 holiday rentals in the last year, according to the Canarian Institute of Statistics. But the Canarian law that caused the decrease has so far failed to alleviate the acute housing crisis on the island.

Managing an estate after the loss of a loved one often involves far more than probate alone. Increasingly, families are seeking help with everything from property sales to practical arrangements during a difficult time.

After years of seeing holidaymakers head out for dinner every evening, Nerina Howell of Event & Catering Solutions Lanzarote says she is noticing a growing appetite for something different: staying in, slowing down and letting dinner come to the villa. And this summer, husband Matt has unexpectedly become part of the picture too.

The world’s first octopus farm in Gran Canaria has been cancelled due to the difficulty of raising sufficient numbers of the creatures to make a profit.

A man was arrested in Famara yesterday after a high-speed car chase.

More than twice as many tourists visiting Lanzarote prioritised comfort over a lower price when choosing transport during their stay, according to the latest ISTAC survey.

Lanzarote has been named the fourth most popular European island for water sports among 500 islands analysed in a new study by TUI Musement.

The capital welcomed 407,024 cruise passengers in the first seven months of 2026, with around 100 further cruise ship calls scheduled through December.

The annual pilgrimage in honour of the Virgin of Los Remedios saw residents and visitors donate farm produce, non-perishable food and basic necessities for vulnerable families.

The Christmas market will take place from 3rd to 8th December in Teguise, with at least 35 stalls planned alongside security and cleaning services.

For visitors hoping to see more than the usual tourist hotspots, guided bike tours combine local knowledge with some of the island's most memorable scenery.