Canary Islands News

Los Llanos de Aridane is transforming Tenisca Mountain into a vibrant urban park with green spaces, sports facilities, and a panoramic elevator. The project aims to boost tourism and improve residents’ quality of life. Discover how this sustainable initiative will reshape the area.

Witness the awe-inspiring triangular shadow of Mount Teide, a unique phenomenon where the volcano’s perfect cone casts a geometric silhouette stretching up to 60 km across the Atlantic. Learn where and when to see this natural wonder, praised by NASA as the sharpest oceanic shadow on Earth.

Spain is gearing up for a historic trio of solar eclipses between 2026 and 2028, including two total eclipses and one annular eclipse. A special government commission will coordinate logistics, safety, and tourism efforts for these rare celestial events. The first total eclipse visible from mainland Spain in over a century will occur in August 2026.

The Canary Islands have launched a new Flight Development Fund to restore air connectivity lost during the pandemic, with a special focus on La Palma. The initiative targets 62 potential new routes, including connections to North America and Europe, to diversify tourism markets. Airlines have one month to apply for subsidies supporting these routes.

The Canary Islands’ vibrant art scene takes center stage in Jordan with the “Grabadores por la Paz” exhibition, featuring works by local and Middle Eastern artists. The event coincides with performances and cultural exchanges, highlighting the islands’ global cultural connections.

CD Tenerife launches the Heliodoro Tour, a guided stadium experience offering exclusive access to presidential boxes, locker rooms, and the pitch. Special pricing is available for club members, making it a must-do for football fans visiting Tenerife.

Aena has approved noise insulation measures for 367 homes near Tenerife South Airport, with hundreds more under review. The plan aims to reduce aircraft noise impact on local residents.

The Canary Islands government is exploring measures to limit foreign homebuyers amid housing concerns, but EU regulations require careful justification. A working group is studying potential fiscal deterrents and zoning restrictions.

Lifeguards at Famara Beach in Lanzarote found several venomous blue dragon sea slugs washed ashore. Authorities warn beachgoers to stay alert as more may be in the water. These striking creatures pack a potent sting despite their small size.

A wildfire erupted near El Tanque in northern Tenerife, prompting evacuations as emergency teams work to contain the blaze. High temperatures and strong winds complicate efforts, with over 50 homes evacuated as a precaution.