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Natalia Sasu and Herminio Fernández win 30th El Río Swim Crossing

The annual swim between Lanzarote and La Graciosa celebrated its 30th edition last Saturday.

Natalia Sasu and Herminio Fernández win 30th El Río Swim Crossing

The annual swim between Lanzarote and La Graciosa celebrated its 30th edition last Saturday.

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Playa Blanca Port Achieves Record Passenger Numbers in 2025

The port of Playa Blanca has registered its highest ever passenger throughput in 2025, according to figures released by the Cabildo.

The “easy” plants to have in your Lanzarote garden

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Tired of plants that wilt in the sun? Discover the resilient, beautiful species at Flower Power Garden Centre that are bred to survive and thrive in Lanzarote's unique climate.

Arrecife’s grand carnival parade tonight

Get your costumes ready… Arrecife’s carnival parade, the first and biggest on the island, will take place tonight, the most intense, noisy and colourful experience in Lanzarote’s calendar.

Three buses involved in accident near Playa Blanca

Get your costumes ready… Arrecife’s carnival parade, the first and biggest on the island, will take place tonight, the most intense, noisy and colourful experience in Lanzarote’s calendar.

Ride the Legend: Experience the Ironman Route

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Lanzarote is hallowed ground for serious cyclists, renowned worldwide for its challenging Ironman triathlon route. If you have ever dreamed of testing your legs on this legendary course, the Road Bike Tours from Bike Sensations offer you that chance.

Calima alert for Monday on Lanzarote

After a windy weekend, a calima is predicted to reach Lanzarote tomorrow (Monday 16th).

The Leaky Finders: More Than Just Leak Detection

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You might know them as Canary Detect, the high-tech leak detectives of Lanzarote. Or perhaps you know them as "The Leaky Finders," the guys who can sniff out a hidden pipe problem from a mile away. But what you might not know about Pete Ashcroft and Dave Poxon is that their work extends far beyond fixing leaks. They're also dedicated community champions, and, occasionally, expert unicorn riders.

Passenger dies in Lanzarote airport queue

A passenger died at Lanzarote’s César Manrique Airport yesterday while waiting in a queue at passport control after arriving on a flight from the UK.

Wind and rough seas alert extended

A yellow alert for wind and rough seas is now in place for Lanzarote from midday today (Saturday 14th February) until 4 pm tomorrow.

Arrecife crowned its carnival queen on Thursday night

Arrecife crowned its carnival queen on Thursday night. The winner was Aynara Elvira, who showed off a costume titled “You Can Feel It In The Air”

A Neon Nightcap: Evening Fun in Costa Teguise

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The sun has set on another beautiful day in Costa Teguise, but the fun does not have to end. For a truly memorable evening that is a little different from the usual restaurant or bar visit, let us point you towards a glowing recommendation.

Day Carnivals in Arrecife this Saturday

Arrecife’s carnival is now fully underway and the capital will be absolutely buzzing on Saturday, as costumed revellers head into town to dance and drink the afternoon away. They’ll be joined by tourists from two large cruisers, so if you’re like crowds, spectacle and a lively atmosphere, you know where to come.

Registration for Puerto del Carmen’s Music Run Night now open

Registration is now open for the ever-popular Puerto del Carmen Music Night Run, with the starting pistol set to fire at the Plaza de las Naciones this April.

New lighting unveiled along Arrecife’s La Arena Promenade

Residents and visitors can now enjoy a safer and more picturesque stroll along the La Arena beachfront, following the installation of a new lighting by Arrecife Ayuntamiento.

Lanzarote Airport registered just over 700,000 passengers in January 2026

Lanzarote’s César Manrique Airport registered 703,457 passengers in January this year, 0.3% more than last year.