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Canarian proposed rental law “absurd”

A Lanzarote lawyer claims the Canarian Government’s proposed law on Holiday Rentals will “exterminate” VVs (Viviendas Vacacionales, or holiday rental apartments) on the Canaries, if approved.

Lanzarote’s crystallised history

Lanzarote’s salt-works are beautiful and still productive, the legacy of an ancient industry that continues to the present day.

Turtle recall

On Lanzarote’s neighbouring island, Fuerteventura, scientists and islanders are nervously awaiting the return of baby turtles that were born on the island 16 years ago.

Fury at Canarian holiday rental law

The Canarian Association of Holiday Rental Owners (ASCAV) has strongly criticised the Canarian Government's white paper on holiday lets, which they claim will “exterminate the sector” on the islands.

“Lanzarote is against mass tourism, not tourists”

Last month’s demonstrations against mass tourism development on the Canary Islands made international headlines. However, many of those headlines failed to represent the real reasons behind the protests, which were not aimed at tourists or well-managed tourism. We look at the real issues behind the marches.

Readers’ Lanzarote Letters – May 2024

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

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.