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Playa Blanca to host three-day Ritmos del Mundo festival

Playa Blanca will celebrate cultures from around the globe next month as the Ritmos del Mundo 2026 festival brings three days of dance, music and international cuisine to the Plaza del Carmen.

Playa Blanca to host three-day Ritmos del Mundo festival

Playa Blanca will celebrate cultures from around the globe next month as the Ritmos del Mundo 2026 festival brings three days of dance, music and international cuisine to the Plaza del Carmen.

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Gerry Hutch released on bail

An Arrecife judge has released Gerry Hutch on provisional bail.

Playa Blanca thief arrested

The Guardia Civíl arrested a 36-year-old man who is charged with committing various robberies from hotels and complexes in Playa Blanca.

55 dead on Canarian route

At least 55 migrants have died on route to the Canaries over the past weekend.

Find Your Dream Home in Lanzarote

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With over 30 years of collective experience in all aspects of the Lanzarote real estate market, Lanzarote Agents are dedicated to helping you discover your ideal slice of paradise on this enchanting Canary Island. Whether you're looking for a cozy apartment with ocean views, a luxurious villa with a private pool, or a charming townhouse in a vibrant community, their expertise ensures that you will find a property that meets your needs and exceeds your expectations.

Discover Your Dream Villa in Playa Blanca

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This stunning villa, crafted to an exceptional standard with meticulous attention to detail, is truly one of the finest properties on the market. Located in Faro Park, Playa Blanca, this home offers the perfect blend of serenity and convenience. Just a short walk away, you'll find a variety of charming restaurants, tapas bars, cocktail lounges, and scenic coastal walks.

UK flights to Lanzarote increase to 36,300 passengers a week

Flights from the United Kingdom to Lanzarote have increased this winter season, which will see a maximum capacity of 36,300 British passengers a week compared to 34,700 last winter.

Lanzarote’s water supplier faces uncertainty

The future of Lanzarote’s water supplier remains uncertain, as Canarias 7 has reported that the current operator, Canal Gestión appears to be preparing to hand responsibilities over to another company.

Los Finaos street theatre

The figure of Death will guide visitors through Arrecife’s oldest streets tomorrow evening, November 3rd, in a street theatre event to celebrate Los Finaos – the Canarian equivalent of Halloween.

11 million tourists come to the Canary Islands

Almost 11 million tourists have arrived on the Canaries in the first three quarters of this year, an increase of 10% on the same period last year.

Playa Chica dive centre approved

The Cabildo will invest €750,000 in a Dive Centre at Puerto del Carmen’s Playa Chica, it was announced yesterday.

Lanzarote Halloween events cancelled

Councils throughout Lanzarote and the Canaries have announced the cancellation of public activities, including several Halloween celebrations, as a mark of respect to the victims of the floods on mainland Spain.

Tribute to flood victims

The Cabildo and the Ayuntamientos of Arrecife and Haría observed official silences yesterday in support of the victims of flash floods in Spain’s Valencia region.

Second round of protests on Lanzarote

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A second round of protests against the effects of mass tourism took place on the Canaries on the 20th of October, this time in the major resorts on the islands.

EES System Postponed

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There's good news and bad news for winter arrivals at Lanzarote's César Manrique Airport, as the EU announced the indefinite postponement of the EES (Entry/Exit System).

Reader’s Letters – November 2024

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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 November edition.