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Over the weekend, travelers in the Canary Islands have faced continued disruptions following a sandstorm that blew in from the Sahara Desert due to winds known as “la calima”* which blow huge amounts of dust and sand across the Atlantic Ocean. The sandstorm has caused visibility problems affecting air traffic in the Canary Islands yesterday,…
A field of sunflowers in the Canary Islands has gone viral on the internet. Located in the Guayedra Ravine, it’s surrounded by the impressive Risco de Faneque, a thousand-meter-high vertical cliff, and the Tamadaba mountain range, home to a virgin pine forest. Van Gogh would’ve fallen in love with this 3,500 square meter sunflower field,…
El Hierro, in the Canaries, aims to become the first island in the world that is 100% sustainable within four to eight years. Currently 60% of its energy needs comes from renewable sources, though last summer, for 24 days, this percentage increased to 100. With an approach that also includes the promotion of low footprint…
18th December 2019 The Carnival of Santa Cruz de Tenerife starts on 24th January 2020. It’s the most important carnival in Europe and the second most important in the world (top-billing goes to Rio de Janeiro, Santa Cruz de Tenerife’s sister city). Hundreds of thousands of people will congregate in the Canary Islands from…
Whether you’re on the search for a romantic holiday-for-two or a honeymoon trip, the Canary Islands offer plenty of unspoiled spots to share the best experiences with your partner. Be it enjoying long beach strolls along the shoreline of Fuerteventura’s white-sandy beaches, trail-running in La Gomera or stargazing in La Palma, here are the most romantic getaways in the Canary Islands….
Press release date: 4th December 2019 The Canary Islands are one of the largest LGBT+ friendly destinations in the world. Known for their laid-back culture and open-minded spirit, the Canary Islands are home to numerous LGBT+ friendly spots. From delightful bars to remarkable beaches – here are the top LGBT+ friendly spots to visit in…
Press release date: 20th November 2019 The Canary Islands are the perfect destination for those who want to combine winter sun with an unforgettable party this New Year! From dancing the night away to taking a traditional new year’s dip – here are the best ways to celebrate the New Year in the Canary Islands….
Press release date: 13th November 2019 The Canary Islands are a unique territory in the world – and their history of winegrowing is just as special. Viticulture in the Canaries dates to the 15th century and its history has been marked by numerous milestones – including the prestigious malvasía wine which crossed the sea to…
Press release date: 6th November 2019 Known for their endless beaches and stunning weather, the Canary Islands are a paradise for trekkers – home to some of the oldest forests in the world, moon like landscapes and the third largest volcano on the planet. Here are some of the best trails which take you from…
Press release date: 23rd October 2019 Christmas markets in the sun, sweet potato and candied pumpkin, or a toast with a sparkling white made from grapes grown on lava and ash – that’s Christmas in the Canary Islands! The eight islands making up one of the most visited archipelagos in the world welcome around 1.5 million…