Spain Tightens Rules on Holiday Rentals in Barcelona and Tenerife

New rules for Spanish rentals

Spain, known for its thriving tourism industry, is facing new challenges as the influx of tourists continues to grow. Recent protests and increasing living costs have spurred the government to take action, targeting holiday rentals in major tourist cities. The crackdown comes as part of a broader effort to manage overcrowding and make life more … Read more

Whale Shark Encounter at El Hierro’s El Bajón Dive Centre

Underwater view of a whale shark swimming near the surface at El Hierro's El Bajón Dive Centre.

The El Bajón Dive Centre in El Hierro has shared an extraordinary video on their social media after encountering one of the ocean’s most remarkable creatures in the Canary Islands. “Today, our diving trip included a magical encounter with a whale shark. They are very rarely seen in La Restinga, and even less so in … Read more

Canary Islands Ports to House Migrant Minors in Tents

canary tents

Faced with a shortage of buildings to house migrant minors, the Canary Islands government plans to install tents at ports on Tenerife, Lanzarote, Fuerteventura, and El Hierro. This initiative was announced today by Social Welfare Minister Candelaria Delgado following the Canary Islands Immigration Forum meeting. Currently, over 5,600 migrant minors are housed in more than … Read more

22-Year-Old British Visitor Stabbed at Tenerife Resort

Discover Abama Resort Tenerife

22-year-old stabbed. This resort made headlines British media remind us that the popular resort hit the headlines a few weeks ago. It was one of the last places where Jay Slayter, a 19-year-old Brit, was seen, who died under mysterious circumstances. The victim, currently in intensive care at Our Lady of Candelaria University Hospital, was … Read more

How Long Will the Construction of the 3rd Lane on the South Tenerife Motorway Take?

Tenerife roadworks TF-65

The Tenerife Cabildo has announced significant construction updates that will affect the TF-65 road in Las Chafiras. This important project involves the construction of the third lane on the South Tenerife Motorway, focusing on the section between San Isidro and Las Americas. The work includes the new Oroteanda to Las Chafiras junction, aimed at improving … Read more