Visiting the top of Teide will soon cost tourists €25 while Tenerife residents can go for free
The Cabildo estimates that the new eco-tax will generate €650,000 per year, used exclusively to maintain and conserve Teide National Park…
Two 14-year-old boys caught attempting to rob a house in south Tenerife
Nearby residents noticed the pair climbing the perimeter wall of a property in order to break in and called the police…
Gang caught stealing from suitcases in Tenerife South airport
Over €2 million worth of belongings have been stolen from holidaymakers’ luggage and then sold on the black market…
Elderly man rescued from drowning at beach in Playa Las Americas
Lifeguards pulled the man from the water and immediately began first aid…
Tenerife tops illegal whale watching reports in the Canary Islands
Tourists are urged to follow the rules and only book with authorised boats that display a distinctive yellow flag issued by the government…
Driver killed as car plunges off mountain road in Adeje
The vehicle came off the road and fell down an embankment in a fatal accident…
Man jailed for trying to rape woman during job interview
The manager preyed on the jobseeker and threatened to hurt her and her child if she spoke out…
Spring Hotels backs Canary Wrestling in new sponsorship deal
Spring already sponsors and organises competitions in running, surfing, volleyball, open water swimming, women's football, and basketball…
A 2.7 magnitude earthquake is recorded in south Tenerife felt by the population
It was felt by residents in Los Abriguitos (Arico) and San Miguel de Abona…
28-year-old in critical condition after stabbing in South Tenerife
The man was rushed to hospital with serious injuries following a violent attack...
‘Those wishing to visit Teide during peak hours WILL have to use shuttle buses’
The Minister for Ecological Transition stated that the Cabildo is working to ensure that these buses are operational "as soon as possible"…
Seven holidaymakers fined for swimming with whales and dolphins
The police have warned that ignorance of the law is no excuse, and fines for disturbing marine mammals can reach €60,000…
Woman killed after being hit by a tram in Tenerife
Metrotenerife have suspended the service due to the incident…
New women-only gym opens in Tenerife
The opening of EMPOWER has split opinion, with some praising the concept and others calling it a toxic message…
Train debate splits Tenerife between mobility improvements and environmental concerns
While the projects remain far from becoming reality, they have already divided public opinion…
Whale sanctuary in Tenerife is under threat from uncontrolled tourism
In theory, strict rules prohibit swimming with whales and dolphins, and restrict the number of boats, but enforcement is limited…
Property prices have risen by 73% in south Tenerife over the last five years
Price increases are spreading inland to traditionally residential areas making it more and more difficult for residents…
Tenerife South Airport celebrates World Tourism Day by giving visitors a traditional welcome
Passengers were greeted with live music, traditional costumes, and a stand offering samples of local food products for them to try…
80-year-old man hit by car in the South of Tenerife
The elderly man suffered a head injury and was taken to the hospital for treatment…
More chaos and overcrowding at Mount Teide due to mass tourism
Vehicles were badly parked along the verges, people were seen urinating by the roadside, and buggy tours were blocking the roads...
