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Photo Of New-Born Baby On Migrant Boat Headed For Lanzarote Reaches The World

A photo of a new-born baby on a migrant boat headed for Lanzarote was published around the world last month.

Is Lanzarote Prepared For A Volcanic Eruption?

The Canary Islands are a string of volcanoes in the ocean, so are we prepared if they ever erupt again?

Spanish Prime Minister Proposes 100% Tax For Non-EU Buyers

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has proposed taxes of up to 100% for non-resident non-EU purchasers of property in Spain, as one of several measures intended to address the housing crisis.

Should Lanzarote’s Taxis Work Together?

Lanzarote’s Cabildo has invited all the municipalities and taxi firms on the island to assess what went wrong with a proposed agreement that was intended to allow free operation of taxis over the Christmas period.

Reader’s Letters – February 2025

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

Welcome to Palm Safari!

The newly refurbished Mini-Golf course in the Marina Rubicon is a terrific addition to Playa Blanca’s leisure scene.

Latest News

Natalia Sasu and Herminio Fernández win 30th El Río Swim Crossing21/09/2026 - 8:34 am
The annual swim between Lanzarote and La Graciosa celebrated its 30th edition last Saturday.
NC/BC proposes limit of 500 cars a day for non-residents visiting Papagayo21/09/2026 - 8:18 am
The Nueva Canarias/Bloque Canarista (NC/BC) party have proposed limiting access to Papagayo’s beaches for non-residents to 500 cars a day.
Irregular migration to the Canary Islands falls by more than 55%21/09/2026 - 8:18 am
Irregular migration to the Canaries by sea has fallen by over 55% this year compared to 2025.
Why Cycling Offers a Different View of Lanzarote21/09/2026 - 6:30 am
From quiet coastal stretches to the island’s rugged volcanic interior, cycling allows visitors to experience Lanzarote’s scenery at a pace that leaves room to stop, look and explore.
The Low-Maintenance Garden: Choosing Plants That Suit Lanzarote21/09/2026 - 6:00 am
A garden does not have to demand constant attention to look good. Choosing plants suited to Lanzarote’s climate can make outdoor spaces easier to manage while keeping them full of life.
This week’s weather on Lanzarote20/09/2026 - 9:27 pm
AEMET forecast another hot week with temperatures in the 30s.
Lanzarote Tide Times20/09/2026 - 9:25 pm
Here are your tide times for the upcoming week. This forecast is published every Monday to help you plan your time on the water, whether you’re fishing, boating, or beachcombing.