Canary Islands News

Two beaches in the Canary Islands have been named the best in the European Union by travel platform Omio. Las Teresitas in Tenerife took the top spot, with Las Canteras in Gran Canaria coming in a close second. Find out what criteria earned these stunning shores their high scores.

A once-architecturally significant service station in Puerto de la Cruz, Tenerife, now sits in a shocking state of ruin. Declared a Site of Cultural Interest decades ago, this landmark has been left to decay due to bureaucratic inertia. Its current condition presents a deplorable sight for the thousands of locals and tourists who pass by daily.

The iconic Maspalomas Lighthouse area in Gran Canaria is getting a major facelift. A new project worth over €400,000 will completely repave the seafront promenade and improve accessibility for all visitors. The works aim to enhance this beloved spot for both tourists and residents.

Divers in El Hierro have had incredible encounters with a rare Solrayo shark, a species not seen in these waters for six years. This vulnerable deep-water shark is drawing diving enthusiasts to the Mar de Las Calmas reserve. Learn about the strict code of conduct ensuring these sightings are safe and sustainable.

Tenerife is establishing a groundbreaking protocol to turn its 345 pharmacies into a coordinated network for medicine distribution during volcanic emergencies. This initiative is being tested in the upcoming EU-Modex exercise in Garachico. Discover how the island is preparing to ensure citizen safety in a crisis.

The direct flight between Tenerife and New York, launched by United Airlines in 2022, has been cancelled, largely due to economic pressures from US tariffs. Despite this setback, Tenerife is strengthening indirect connections and remains the leading Canary Island for US tourist arrivals, with a significant 44.3% increase this year. Learn how the island’s tourism strategy is evolving to maintain its vital US market.

The ferry operator Baleària has acquired the activities of its rival, Naviera Armas Trasmediterránea. The Canary Islands government views this as a positive step for stability and hopes it will guarantee essential maritime connectivity for the archipelago. The deal includes 15 vessels, maritime routes, and 1,500 employees.

Director Beda Docampo has chosen Gran Canaria as the filming location for his new intimate romance, “Antes del amor.” The cast, including Roberto Enríquez and Aida Folch, shares insights into the complex story of marriage and forbidden love. Discover why the island’s natural beauty provides the perfect backdrop for this compelling drama.

The Canary Islands are experiencing a massive surge in cruise tourism, with ports in Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas seeing passenger increases of over 33% and 23% respectively. This growth significantly outpaces the national average, highlighting the archipelago’s rising popularity as a premier cruise destination. Discover the key figures and see which ports are leading the way.

The Canary Islands are experiencing a third consecutive year of record-breaking tourism in 2025. New data reveals soaring hotel prices, unprecedented occupancy levels, and a significant increase in international visitors. Discover the figures behind the islands’ ongoing tourism success story.