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Five Injured, Three Seriously, in Multi-Vehicle Crash on LZ-40

Five people were injured, three seriously, in a crash on the LZ-40 road from the airport to Puerto del Carmen yesterday.

Lanzarote Earns Canary Islands’ Highest Tourist Satisfaction Rating

Tourists to Lanzarote awarded an average mark of 8.6 out of 10 for overall satisfaction, the highest of any of the Canary Islands, according to a recent survey published by the Cabildo’s Statistics Centre.

Fatal Crash Renews Calls to Widen Playa Blanca Road

The tragic accident on Wednesday in which a young couple lost their lives has led to renewed calls for the widening of the LZ-2 road to Playa Blanca.

Canarian Government Advances Mácher Solar Farm Despite Local Opposition

The Canarian Government has declared a proposed field of solar panels in Tìas “of general interest”, overruling previous objections by the local Ayuntamiento and Lanzarote’s Cabildo.

Own Property in Both Spain and the UK? Why Cross-Border Planning Matters More Than Ever

For many expatriates and overseas property owners, having assets in more than one country can create unexpected legal and administrative complications if proper planning is not in place.

Volotea Removes Fuel Surcharge on Flights to and from Lanzarote

Volotea has announced the removal of its fuel surcharge for all new bookings made from Wednesday, June 10th, while also confirming that its full summer flight programme will operate as scheduled.

Jet2 Launches Biggest-Ever Winter Sun Programme with Lanzarote Flights on Sale for Winter 2027/28

Jet2 has announced its largest-ever Winter Sun programme, with flights and package holidays to Lanzarote now on sale for Winter 2027/28.

Two people die in crash on Playa Blanca-Yaiza Road

Two people died yesterday evening in a collision between a car and a bus on the road from Playa Blanca to Yaiza.

Pope Leo calls for “human dignity and humanity” in relation to migration during Canary Islands visit

Pope Leo XIV yesterday commenced the first ever papal visit to the Canary Islands with a hard-hitting speech about migration.

Egyptian Vulture Finds New Partner Following Death of Long-Time Mate

A female Egyptian vulture that nests on the island of Alegranza appears to have found a new male admirer just a few weeks after the death of her original partner.