Volcano emergency operation to continue ‘with same intensity’ as long as eruption lasts

‘Stay indoors’ order remains in force for Tazacorte districts near the coast. Air quality remains good, but precautions are still required when handling ash. The Canarian Minister responsible for the region’s Volcano Emergencies Plan (PEVOLCA), Julio Pérez, has stated that the current operation to ensure the safety of the population of La Palma will continue…

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Preventative Evacuations Commence in La Palma

After a meeting today, Sunday 19th of September, authorities in La Palma, Canary Islands, commenced a preventative evacuation for at-risk population in the light of evidence that seismic activity has reached its highest level since the swarm began on the island of La Palma earlier this week. This precautionary evacuation is in place for residents…

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The Canary Islands: Where Olympic Champions Train

The world’s best athletes chose the Canary Islands to prepare for the Olympic Games. The archipelago offers the ideal training conditions for professionals and their technical staff. In addition to their Olympic golds, Primož Roglič, Sifan Hassan, Sandra Sánchez, Adam Peatty, Anders Mol and Christian Sørum have something in common: the Canary Islands. These athletes…

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Top Sunsets to Fall in Love with this Autumn

The Canary Islands is a protected natural space. Spread over stunning mountains and beautiful coastlines, the archipelago is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, eleven nature parks, four national parks, and seven biosphere reserves, five of which are coast-to-coast reserves which encompass an entire island. Each island boasts their own special features; from the…

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The Volcanic Landscapes of the Canary Islands

Millions of years have passed to make the Canary Islands as they are today: eight volcanic islands that slowly emerged from the bottom of the Atlantic Ocean, to be one of the most biodiverse places in the world. Boasting imposing volcanoes, dramatic cliffs, lush forests and beautiful beaches, the volcanic origin of the Canary Islands…

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Tracks and Trails of the Canary Islands

The Canary Islands may draw you in with beautiful beaches and year-round good weather, but this archipelago has so much more to offer holidaymakers. Whether rambling along an ancient Shepherd’s path or ascending a volcano, the Canary Islands are home to a thousand paths from the ocean to the stars. Those who explore the Canaries…

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Canary Islands Welcomes Back Irish Holidaymakers from 19th of July 2021

The Canary Islands is delighted to welcome back Irish holidaymakers from the 19th of July, as Ireland implement the EU Digital COVID Certificate, allowing for non-essential travel within the EU. The Canary Islands is one of Ireland’s best-loved holiday destinations, welcoming thousands of Irish holidaymakers every year in search of sun-soaked beaches and year-round good…

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Fully vaccinated UK citizens can holiday in the Canary Islands with no quarantine on return.

The Canary Islands welcome the UK Government’s decision to remove quarantine for fully vaccinated travelers returning from Amber List Countries The Canary Islands Minister of Tourism, Yaiza Castilla believes that the removal of quarantine for vaccinated British people will increase travel and allow for the reactivation of UK tourism to the Archipelago. The Minister of…

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