Santa Cruz de Tenerife welcomes the arrival of five cruise ships
In total, the capital’s port received more than 8,000 tourists from these cruise ships.
Canary Islands
Canary Islands joins the European Mission for Adaptation to Climate Change
The Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change focuses on supporting EU regions, cities and local authorities in their efforts to build resilience against the impacts of climate change.
The Gran Canaria Airport receives the 400 millionth passenger from Glasgow
The 400 millionth passenger travelling on a Jet2.com flight to Glasgow, was welcomed at the check-in area by the director of Gran Canaria Airport, Julio Peñalver, and the Jet2.com delegate in the Canary Islands, Antonio Bravo.
The Canary Islands applauds the scrapping of face masks in public transport
The Spanish Ministery of Health announced the withdrawal of the compulsory wearing of face masks on public transport from 7 February, even though it will remain in place in all health centres.
Almond blossom season in Tenerife
The town of Santiago del Teide celebrates the almond blossom season with a programme of different activities from 28 January to 26 February.
Tenerife makes a stunning display at Madrid Fusión
The Tenerife delegation concludes Madrid Fusión with a “record number” of 4,000 visitors
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria surpassed pre-pandemic tourism numbers in 2022
In 2022, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria counted with more than 400,000 travellers and 1,400,000 overnight stays.
Masks on public transport no longer compulsory as of 7 February
Its use shall be maintained in all health care facilities.
The Canary Islands count with 2.69 workers per each retiree
The average age of the workforce and the ageing of the population puts at risk this balance in the medium to long term.
Not to miss: La Florida celebratons in La Orotava and the traditional “puchero”
This gastronomic event, unique in the Canary Islands, has become a sign of identity, and thousands of people are expected to attend.