Tenerife News and Views

16/01/2026

January 17, 18 and 24TH
Urban culture takes over Siam Mall with music, young talent, and free events. Experience Urban Noise and enjoy a unique experience.

16/01/2026

The other side of free public transport

A study by the regional government on bus usage warns of inequalities between areas, a lack of real-time information, and a deterioration of the experience for regular users. Free public transport in the Canary Islands has attracted thousands of new users and consolidated a change in daily mobility habits, but the report presented by the regional government entitled Transformed Public Mobility: habits, impact of free transport and opportunities for improvement in the use of public bus transport in the Canary Islands…...

A study by the regional government on bus usage warns of inequalities between areas, a lack of real-time information, and a deterioration of the experience for regular users. Free public transport …

15/01/2026

Candelaria Town Hall announces a new appointment for the issuance and renewal of the DNI and passport through the Mobile Comprehensive Documentation Unit, which will be in the municipality on Tuesday, February 4, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Punta Larga Cultural Space.
This is a specially equipped vehicle that allows the entire process to be completed in a single visit, integrating the same technical resources as a permanent document processing office. The unit features complete issuance stations, biometric scanners, printing equipment, and a Document Update Point, enabling immediate document delivery and eliminating unnecessary travel and waiting times.

El Ayuntamiento de Candelaria informa de una nueva cita para la expedición y renovación del DNI y el pasaporte mediante la Unidad Móvil Integral de Documentación, que estará en el municipio el martes 4 de febrero, de 9.00 a 13.00 horas en el Espacio Cultural Punta Larga. Se trata de un vehícul...

15/01/2026

El Draguillo: A hamlet hanging from the cliff where time stands still

Twenty-nine kilometres and an hour’s journey separate the capital of Tenerife from Anaga, where everything feels different. This feeling becomes pronounced after navigating the access road through San Andrés and peering into another world, guarded by the Lion of Taganana, until reaching the hamlet of El Draguillo. Before entering El Draguillo, you can explore Taganana, the capital of the rural park, the beaches of Roque de Las Bodegas and Almáciga, and ascend to Benijo; or view the dry waterfall, which was only revived with the recent showers....

Twenty-nine kilometres and an hour’s journey separate the capital of Tenerife from Anaga, where everything feels different. This feeling becomes pronounced after navigating the access road through …

15/01/2026

As part of this festive program, on Friday, January 17, at 8:30 p.m., the XIX Verodal Festival will take place in the Plaza del Santísimo Cristo de la Salud, in Arona.
For those who wish to watch from their own homes, a live video will be available on YouTube

14/01/2026

The Rosario Valle de Guerra Ybarra Wrestling Club will face the Campitos Wrestling Club at the José Gutiérrez “Chaval I” Wrestling Arena in a key match for a place in the final.

An unmissable event for fans of our traditional sport.

14/01/2026

Spanish Govt. announce a tax break for landlords who do not raise rents

The Spanish government is starting the year by focusing on housing, and in particular, rental housing. In fact, it already did so in January 2025, when it announced a package of measures to mobilise affordable rentals in the State. On Monday, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced three proposals to "further intervene in the rental market" in Spain. The measures will be included in a royal decree-law to be approved…...

The Spanish government is starting the year by focusing on housing, and in particular, rental housing. In fact, it already did so in January 2025, when it announced a package of measures to mobilis…

14/01/2026

News in Brief

⭕ Arona will have 59 new publicly subsidised housing units thanks to the planned development on the Marazul plot. The project also includes the construction of 59 parking spaces and has a base budget of €11,409,610.47, with an estimated completion time of 20 months once construction begins. The project is funded by the EU through the Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan, and has strict control mechanisms to prevent fraud, avoid conflicts of interest and ensure compliance with labour, social and environmental regulations throughout the ex*****on process. ...

⭕ Arona will have 59 new publicly subsidised housing units thanks to the planned development on the Marazul plot. The project also includes the construction of 59 parking spaces and has a base budg…

13/01/2026

Celebrate San Antonio Abad with tradition, folklore and free transport from resorts

Arona prepares to celebrate its patron saint, San Antonio Abad, with tradition and folklore from January 15th to 18th, with a program that combines religious ceremonies, popular activities, and cultural events showcasing Canarian traditions and folklore. This is one of the oldest and most emblematic celebrations in the municipality, with over 400 years of history, deeply rooted in the identity of the people of Arona....

Arona prepares to celebrate its patron saint, San Antonio Abad, with tradition and folklore from January 15th to 18th, with a program that combines religious ceremonies, popular activities, and cul…

13/01/2026

Some dates for your diary

13/01/2026

UK to enforce digital entry permits from February 2026

The UK is preparing a major change to its border policy. From February 2026, travellers from 85 countries will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) or eVisa before they board a flight to the UK. The “no permission, no travel” rule is part of the government’s move towards a fully digital immigration system. What is changing? The ETA system has been in place since October 2023, but has not been fully enforced....

The UK is preparing a major change to its border policy. From February 2026, travellers from 85 countries will need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) or eVisa before they board a flight to t…

12/01/2026

Emergency numbers: A guide for residents and tourists

If you live in Spain or spend long stretches of time here, one of the smartest things you can do, long before you ever need it, is to understand how the country’s emergency system works. Spain’s network is fast, coordinated, and foreigner-friendly. But when panic sets in, few think clearly enough to Google what number to call or how to explain where they are....

If you live in Spain or spend long stretches of time here, one of the smartest things you can do, long before you ever need it, is to understand how the country’s emergency system works. Spain’s ne…