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Canarian President says there is no “magic wand” for current tourism model

Canarian President Fernando Clavijo has said there is no “magic wand” to change the model of tourism in the Canaries for the better overnight.

Canarian Universities Minister demands an oceanographic vessel

The Canarian Minister for Universities, Science, Innovation and Culture, Migdalia Machín, has demanded that the Canaries have an oceanographic vessel for permanent use. She claims the lack of such a facility affects research and limits academic training in marine sciences.

No moratorium on holiday lets in the Canary Islands

Canarian President, Fernando Clavijo, said yesterday that the regional government would not propose a moratorium on holiday rentals owing to the legal consequences that such a decision could have. However, he stated that the measure could be carried out by Cabildos and Ayuntamientos.

Rare Black Seadevil sighted off the coast of Tenerife

A rare sighting of a Black Seadevil has been videoed 2 kilometres from the coast of Tenerife.

WindStar Cruises announces first ever full winter season in the Canary Islands

Florida based cruise operator, WindStar Cruises, has announced its first-ever full winter season in the Canary Islands.

Canary Islands receive award for best stand at Fitur

The Canary Islands have been awarded with “best stand” at the most recent Fitur (International Tourism Trade Fair) event.

Seaplanes to transport goods between the Canary Islands

The University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is studying the viability of using unmanned seaplanes to transport goods and, perhaps, passengers, between the Canary Islands.

Gran Canarian resort to introduce Spain’s first tourist tax

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A Canarian tourist resort has become the first local council in Spain to impose a tourist tax.

2030 World Cup to come to the Canaries

FIFA has confirmed that Las Palmas de Gran Canaria will be one of the locations chosen to host international matches in the 2030 World Cup.

Travellers’ Register “working normally”

The Travellers' Register launched by Spain's Ministry of the Interior last Monday is functioning “normally” according to the department. Over 112,000 businesses have signed up to the SES Hospedajes platform in the first week.