More than 3,000 ice-cream parlours compete against each other every year in the "Gelato Festival World Ranking". Tenerife is taking part no…
Johannes Bornewasser
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The figure seems a bit odd, but even from such a small amount, a finder's fee is on offer - as are…
The summer carnival is being celebrated again in Tenerife. Three days of festivities are on the programme. Here's what you need to…
The most famous zoo in the Canary Islands has welcomed a new arrival. A baby dolphin was born at Loro Parque on…
Strong winds and high waves have led to red flags being raised across the Canary Islands. Many tourists ignored this, as seen…
The Loro Parque Group on Tenerife has been fined a quarter of a million euros. Here's why.
Tenerife has now been celebrating Oktoberfest for more than half a century. We'll let you know when everything is taking place.
Whilst it may be in keeping with the spirit of the times, not every misstep can be put down to tourism. A…
Tenerife has lost three long-established venues in one go. The Café de Paris, El Pingüino and the Columbus Plaza have all closed…
Small, large and very large aeroplanes have taken to the skies above Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife. We've got the best…
When it comes to investment, the Canary Islands are quick to make demands. But please, let's do that somewhere else.
An institution returns to Tenerife: after five years of closure, El Burguer de Playa Jardín reopened at the weekend.
If you're looking for the best chocolate ice cream in Europe, you no longer need to travel to Italy. You can find…
Today, Tenerife South is synonymous with tourism. But how did this man-made resort come about? This is the story of Playa de…
On the night of 24 June, Tenerife traditionally celebrates the Noche de San Juan. Here are the best photos.
It is very reminiscent of a club crest. But in Spain, this symbol is set to give certain vehicles an advantage soon.
A two-toed sloth has been born at Loro Parque on Tenerife. Both the mother and her baby are doing well.
Teno, the orca calf, is set to be integrated into the Loro Parque pod in the coming months. How the orca is…
It is a picturesque village on La Gomera. Imada has now been named the 'Spanish Bali'. That is what makes the place…
The Paseo Romero Marinero is a huge parade of fishermen and their families in Tenerife. Here are the best photos.
It is said that a guest once invented the Barraquito in Tenerife. Today, it is firmly associated with the Canary Islands. Here…
There are numerous abandoned places on Tenerife. This one is special. We show how the skeleton of La Matanza is falling into…
A new policy bans smoking at Lago Martiánez. The popular swimming pool in Puerto de la Cruz is introducing the change this…
Mount Teide on Tenerife is Spain's highest mountain, at 3,715 metres. In winter, the summit is covered in snow. A trip to…
The Santa Cruz police are exhibiting jewellery from the past and present in the capital of Tenerife. Our photographer was there.
The main beach in Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife has been closed due to sewage contamination. For the first time, the…
The legendary Hotel Botánico in Tenerife has closed. Extensive refurbishment work is due to take place over the next two months. Here's…
The Tenerife Island Council has followed up its announcement with action: stricter entry controls are to be introduced for Mount Teide.
7,000 internet users have voted. As a result, the baby orca in the Orca Ocean at Loro Parque on Tenerife now has…
Fancy a holiday in a place where pirates might once have lived? You can do just that in Porís de Candelaria on…
The Canary Islands have many major public holidays. We'll tell you when and where the most important fiestas take place on Tenerife.
The large car park in Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife has been significantly extended. 240 new parking spaces will be available…
The orcas at Loro Parque on Tenerife have had a new arrival: the orca mum, Morgan, has given birth to a little…
For months now, the main beach in the north of Tenerife has been closed due to sewage. Local residents are angry -…
During Carnival in Tenerife, many revellers get particularly creative with their costumes. We're showcasing the best outfits.
The carnival on Tenerife turned out to be just as colourful and lively as ever. Here are the best photos.
Once a year, the 'Mascarita ponte tacón' race takes place in Puerto de la Cruz. We take a look at this crazy…
In Tenerife, it is traditional to 'bury' the sardine on Ash Wednesday. Here are some pictures of this quirky tradition.
Puerto de la Cruz and Düsseldorf have enjoyed a friendship spanning several decades. The delegation from the Canary Islands joined in the…
Brown air, hot wind and very dry air: what is a Calima? We explain this weather phenomenon, also known as 'Calima', in…
Playa Bollullo is considered one of the most beautiful beaches on Tenerife. But it has a dangerous side. This is it.
The new competition swimming pool in Puerto de la Cruz has been completed. However, it remains closed. Here's why.
The large seawater outdoor swimming pool in Puerto de la Cruz on Tenerife is set to become more expensive. Here are the…
A tasteless piece of graffiti is the most blatant example yet of hostility towards tourists in the Canary Islands. Politicians are to…
The Pez Gordo in Puerto de la Cruz offers an excellent blend of Canary Islands and European cuisine. A look at the…
The most famous swimming pool in the north of Tenerife has been completely refurbished. This is how beautiful Lago Martiánez in Puerto…
Restaurante Pez Gordo may look unassuming, but it is one of the leading restaurants in the north of Tenerife.
Everything has to be bigger, faster and further. The Canary Islands are pursuing a policy of tourism at any cost. This is…
Loro Parque could be getting some new residents. Two orcas may be relocated to Tenerife.
Gran Canaria is number one in Europe! At least, according to a user ranking. According to this, two beaches feature in the…
The carnival in Tenerife is to receive a special honour. The world's second-largest carnival is to be commemorated with its own postage…
The Canary Islands and the US shopping capital will retain their direct flight. Tenerife South and New York will therefore remain connected.
Víctor Suárez is leaving La Orotava. This means that the north of Tenerife is losing its only Michelin-starred restaurant. Why, and where…
Anyone wishing to climb Mount Teide on Tenerife on foot must register. Only 300 people are allowed per day. Those are the…
This is the fourth death at Loro Parque's Orca Ocean on Tenerife in the space of three years. Keto was 29 years…
The Canary Islands Mastiff has had an eventful history. But what is this breed really all about? This is the Dogo Canario.
The Taoro Hotel is an icon of the Canary Islands, as is Atlantic Hills, its smaller sister hotel. Both are getting a…
It is the most modern swimming pool in the Canary Islands. It is due to open shortly in Puerto de la Cruz…
Our reader reporter has two properties standing empty in the Canary Islands. Instead of the VV reform, he is calling for better…
Stone towers are springing up in more and more places across the Canary Islands. Here, we explain what they mean.