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Tourist tax takes off in Gran Canaria

The municipality of Mogán in Gran Canaria has expressed satisfaction with the early phase of its tourist tax, the only one on the Canaries.

Flights to Canaries delayed at Newcastle Airport due to heavy fog

Newcastle Airport has experienced flight disruptions this morning due to heavy fog, causing delays and cancellations to numerous flights including those to Lanzarote and Tenerife.

Guanche mummy removed from Madrid museum but not returned to Canary Islands

The mummified remains of a Guanche, one of the original natives of the Canary Islands, have been removed from the National Archeological Museum in Madrid.

Researchers conduct observation campaign to predict Man O’ War jellyfish patterns

Researchers from the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria are conducting an observation campaign that they hope will allow them to predict the patterns of the Portuguese Man of War jellyfish.

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.