Lanzarote News

Five Investigated After Nearly €20,000 Holiday Villa Scam Targeting Lanzarote Tourism Business

A Lanzarote holiday rental company was allegedly targeted by an elaborate scam involving fake villa bookings.

Canary Islands Now Affected by Saharan Dust Around 146 Days a Year, New Study Finds

The Canary Islands are experiencing the effects of Saharan dust on around 40% of days each year.

Anti-Collision System Prevents Mid-Air Incident in Canary Islands-Controlled Airspace

Two passenger aircrafts travelling in opposite directions at the same altitude over the Atlantic were forced to take coordinated evasive action.

Woman Rescued by Jet Ski After Fall in Rocky Papagayo Area

A woman was taken to hospital following a rescue operation in the Papagayo area of southern Lanzarote on Saturday.

Where to Watch the World Cup Final in Lanzarote: Outdoor Big Screens Across the Island

Football fever is sweeping across Lanzarote today, Sunday 19 July, as Spain take on Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final.

Airplane Etiquette: The In-Flight Habits That Annoy Passengers Most

A new travel survey has revealed that nearly half of Spanish travellers have been irritated by the behaviour of fellow passengers during a flight.

Strong Winds and Rising Temperatures Forecast for Lanzarote This Weekend

Visitors and residents in Lanzarote are being advised to prepare for a particularly windy weekend.

Container Fire in Arrecife Raises Concerns After Flames Spread to Telephone Cables

Firefighters were called to a container fire in Arrecife after flames reportedly spread to overhead telephone cables.

Canary Islands Airports Welcome Nearly 27 Million Passengers in Record-Breaking First Half of 2026

The Canary Islands’ eight airports handled almost 27 million passengers during the first six months of 2026.

Canary Islands Top Spain for Tourism Worker Absenteeism – What It Means for Lanzarote

The Canary Islands have recorded the highest rate of absenteeism among tourism workers in Spain.

Lanzarote Approves New Regulations to Guarantee Taxi Services at Airport and Port

Lanzarote’s Cabildo has approved a new set of regulations designed to ensure that taxi services remain available at the island’s busiest transport hubs.

Woman Rescued After Near-Drowning at Los Pocillos Beach in Lanzarote

A 70-year-old woman was rescued after getting into difficulty while swimming at Los Pocillos Beach.

Man Hospitalised After Five-Metre Fall at Playa Blanca Hotel

Man Hospitalised After Five-Metre Fall at Playa Blanca Hotel

Migrant Arrivals to the Canary Islands Drop by More Than 61%

The number of people arriving irregularly in the Canary Islands has fallen dramatically so far this year

Six People Injured After Vehicle Leaves Road

Six people were injured after the vehicle they were travelling in left the road near Conil, in the municipality of Tías.

Tías Approves New Plan to Regulate Holiday Rentals and Crack Down on Substandard Housing

The Tías Town Council has officially approved a new municipal plan aimed at bringing greater control to holiday rentals.

Lanzarote Prepares for Huge World Cup Final Fan Zone This Sunday

Woman Seriously Injured in Early Hours of Thursday Collision in Costa Teguise

A 40-year-old woman was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle in Costa Teguise during the early hours of Thursday, 16 July.

Calima, Strong Winds and 30°C Heat Return to Lanzarote and Fuerteventura

Residents and visitors in Lanzarote and Fuerteventura are being advised to prepare for a significant change in weather.

Man Arrested Over €50,000 Fake Holiday Rental Scam Linked to the Canary Islands

A man has been arrested by Spain’s National Police following an investigation into an alleged online fraud scheme.