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Gran Canaria

Tourist tax reinstated in Mogán after injunction lifted

The ‘will it, won’t it?’ pendulum of the controversial tourist tax brought in by one of the Canary Islands’ most important holiday destinations has swung…
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Paternity test triggers mutiny in migrant holding centre

A mutiny by migrants housed in a holding centre in Tenerife was triggered by a paternity test, it has now emerged. The rebellion lasting several…
La Gomera

La Gomera courts Swedish tourists

La Gomera took advantage of Sweden’s recent National Day celebrations to showcase the island’s appeal for tourists from the country. The Tourist Board set up…
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Santa Cruz marks anniversary with crosses and massive party
El Hierro
El Hierro looks to the stars as tourism attraction
La Palma
Rains bring crop cheer for farmers
Gran Canaria
Gran Canaria snake teams record bumper month for catches
Gran Canaria
Academy’s Franco monument support leads Canarian artist to hand back award
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Lunar eclipse visible in Canaries tonight