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Binter signs agreement to connect the Canary Islands with Beijing, Sao Paulo, and Havana

Binter has formalised a significant new agreement with Air China that will dramatically enhance connectivity between the Canary Islands and several key international destinations served by the Chinese carrier.

Rise in Drownings Across the Canary Islands

The Canary Islands have recorded a rise in drownings during the opening months of the year, with thirteen lives lost in January and February.

Mateo and Sofia remain the most popular baby names in the Canary Islands

Mateo and Sofía remain the most popular baby names in the Canary Islands, according to the Canarian Institute of Statistics.

Canarian film & TV income doubles in 2025

The Canary Islands earned 427 million from film and TV productions last year, more than twice the amount of the previous year.

Canary Islands set new tourism record with over 15m international visitors

The Canary Islands have beaten their all-time record for international tourist arrivals for the second year running. In 2025, the islands welcomed 15.69 million foreign visitors, a 3.0% increase on 2024 figures, according to data from Frontur.

Small Boats Fall By 60% in the Canaries

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The Canaries saw irregular immigration in pateras (small boats) fall by over 60% in 2025, according to figures from Spain’s Ministry of the Interior.

Foreign Buyers in the Canary Islands: Yes or No?

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Foreign buyers account for a quarter of property purchases on the Canary Islands, according to recent data from the Property Registers, gathered by mortgage specialists iAhorro.

The Canary Islands new controversial holiday rental law

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Erardo Ferrer, of Lanzarote Abogados, highlights some of the main provisions of the controversial new Canarian law affecting holiday rentals.

Jet2 announces summer expansion for Lanzarote and Canaries

The announcement, made at the International Tourism Fair (Fitur) in Madrid, confirms the airline will add three additional weekly flights to the island.

Goblin shark discovered in Canary Islands

Scientists have published the first living example of a goblin shark to be found in Canarian waters.