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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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Lanzarote Cabildo boosts public transport with new line and extended services

The Cabildo has launched its 2026 transport improvements, focusing on strengthening southern connections and expanding timetables in the north and centre.

ETIAS scheme delayed until 2027

The EU has confirmed that the ETIAS scheme has been delayed until 2027, meaning that British and other third-country visitors to Spain and other Schengen areas will not have to apply for a visa-waiver document costing €20 until April 2027 at the earliest.

VIPO launches “transport on demand” service in Lanzarote

The new mobility service, VIPO, has announced that is operating in the municipalities of Arrecife, San Bartolomé, and Tías, and in the towns of Costa Teguise, Tahíche, Uga, and Playa Blanca from today, 15th January. In the beginning, just 15 vehicles will be in service.

Indoor Minigolf on the Puerto del Carmen Strip

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Lanzarote’s evening scene is famously laid-back, but if you’re seeking a fun, interactive alternative to a standard bar visit, there’s a glowing option in the heart of Puerto del Carmen. Crazy Minigolf Lanzarote transforms as the sun goes down, offering a uniquely vibrant night-time activity.

Puerto del Carmen carnival events 2026

The official poster for the highly anticipated 2026 Puerto del Carmen Carnival has been revealed, setting the stage for a festive journey back to "The Roaring Twenties".

Man attempts to board flight at Tenerife Sur Airport with deceased Wife

Authorities have confirmed an unusual incident at Tenerife South Airport last October, in which an elderly man attempted to board an international flight with his wife, who was later confirmed to have passed away.

Lanzarote experiences heavy rainfall across the island

A passing Atlantic front delivered widespread rainfall to Lanzarote on Tuesday, with the northern reaches of the island recording the highest accumulations of up to ten litres per square metre.

Canarian Government boosts 012 information service with WhatsApp AI assistant

The Canarian Government plans to boost its 012 information and assistance service with a WhatsApp service assisted by AI.

Lanzarote Hotels are the most profitable in the Canary Islands

Hotels in Lanzarote are the most profitable in the Canary Islands, recording a 10.2 percent surge in profitability per available room during 2025. This growth brought the island's average room profitability to 127.8 euros.

Lanzarote Airport registered almost 9 million passengers in 2025

Lanzarote’s César Manrique Airport registered 8,920,901passengers in 2025, 2.4% more than the previous year.

Light Up Your Evening: Neon Mini Golf in Costa Teguise

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Costa Teguise offers a variety of dining and evening options, but if you are looking to inject some active fun into your night out, a unique alternative has arrived. Funky Mini Golf provides a vibrant social experience that goes beyond a typical bar visit.

Your Front Row Seat to Fabulous in Puerto del Carmen

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Imagine a night where the sequins sparkle brighter than the Lanzarote stars, the laughter is nonstop, and you have the best seat in the house. Welcome to Guapatini’s Showbar, the Puerto del Carmen venue that has become the island’s must-see entertainment.

Yaiza invests €1.3 million in the Femés entrance to Playa Blanca

Yaiza Ayuntamiento has signed a €1.3 million contract to completely refurbish the entrance to Playa Blanca via Femés. Mayor Óscar Noda confirmed the agreement with the successful bidding company, Hermanos Tavío Santana S.L., on Monday.

Yellow rain alert today on Lanzarote

Spain’s weather agency, AEMET, has issued a yellow alert for rain today. The alert lasts from 10 am in the morning to 6 pm tonight (Tuesday, 12th January).

“Only one or two Canary Islands” suffer tourist pressure, says Tourism Minister

The Canarian Tourism Minister, Jessica De León, has responded to the inclusion of the islands on the Fodor’s Travel guides “No list” of destinations that conscientious tourists should consider avoiding.