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Chasing the top spot

It has been a tremendous opening 20 matches of the season for UD Lanzarote, with 13 wins and just one loss; but even with this super form the Rojillos (the reds) are in third spot and trail league leaders CD Tenerife b by four points in the RFEF 3 (fifth tier). Ian lane reports.

Goatest of all time

History, Magazine

Lanzarote’s goats are, literally, the GOATS of the islands, an animal that has defined life, language and landscape for thousands of years.

Rising prices: The High Cost Of Living

In November last year a national survey showed that almost 60% of Spaniards felt “discouraged or pessimistic” about the cost of living, with 23% reporting feelings of depression or anxiety. The cost of living crisis may not be as acute as it was a year or two ago, but it remains a hugely pressing issue for most households.

Readers’ Letters – February 2024

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 the Jungle!

The Jungle River Adventure Mini-Golf course in Costa Teguise is a terrific new addition to Costa Teguise's leisure scene. We visited the opening ceremony.

Change at the top

UD Lanzarote went into the Spanish Christmas break on the 18th December with a 4-1 home win versus Tenerife side CD Buzanada sending them to the top of the league. Life looked great...but shocking news was just about to unfold. Ian lane reports.

Latest News

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Five people have been arrested following charges of embezzlement at Arrecife’s Casino. A sixth suspect is also being investigated.
Winds and light calima today and tomorrow on Lanzarote07/10/2025 - 9:27 am
Strong winds and a rise in temperatures are predicted for today and tomorrow, with a light high calima also on the cards.
Three months grace for Canal Gestión07/10/2025 - 9:26 am
Lanzarote’s Water Consortium has given Canal Gestión three months to find a new company to operate the island’s water supply.
Your second home on Lanzarote taken care of and ready for your arrival07/10/2025 - 7:54 am
The team at First Class Villa Services ensure that your second home in Lanzarote is safe, secure and always ready for your arrival. Whether you’re away for months or just a few weeks, their expert team prevents risks like unwanted guests, checks for vulnerabilities, and keeps everything in perfect condition – so you can step straight into relaxation.
Second Vuelta Ciclista a Lanzarote Race Pedals Into the Record Books06/10/2025 - 9:06 am
The second edition of the Vuelta Ciclista a Lanzarote proved to be a resounding success, cementing the event’s growing reputation as a premier date on the international cycling calendar. Over the weekend, the island’s roads played host to a peloton of more than 600 riders from 28 different countries, surpassing the participation records set in the event’s debut last year.
Lanzarote Smashes Tourism Records with Over 2.3 Million Visitors in 202506/10/2025 - 8:48 am
Lanzarote has experienced its strongest-ever start to a year, with an increase in international arrivals putting it firmly on the map as a top global destination.
Lanzarote’s Deep Historical Ties to Texas and the United States06/10/2025 - 8:32 am
Did you know that the historic streets of San Antonio, Texas, were once walked by a mayor from Teguise? A little-known chapter of Lanzarote’s history, stretching back almost three centuries, reveals a deep and living connection between the island and the United States, particularly in Texas and Louisiana.