The Bishop of the Canary Islands has called on the international community and Europe to seek a solution to the migration problems affecting the archipelago and has asked that the issue not be used to “sow fear” nor to “seek votes, do easy politics or seek political polarization”.

Ryanair announced the axing of over a million flights in Spain yesterday, as it cut or ceased operating in several Spanish regional airports. In the Canaries, Ryanair will cease to operate at Tenerife North this winter, while mainland airports at Vigo, Zaragoza, Santander, Asturias, Santiago de Compostela and Vitoria will see reduced flights or winter closures.

Turismo de Islas Canarias has captured the attention of travellers and residents with its “Responsible Tourism” awareness campaign rolled out at airports and tourist areas across the Canary Islands.