Wind Causes Airport Problems Again
Wind shear caused by a storm to the north of the islands resulted in issues at Lanzarote on Thursday, with more than a dozen flights delayed or re-routed. Flights from Dublin and London were diverted to Tenerife South.
Arrest In Lanzarote Of Alleged Member of Irish Criminal Gang
Policia Nacional, in a joint operation with the Irish police, has arrested one of the leaders of the criminal organisation ‘Hutch’, considered by the Dublin authorities as one of the most dangerous organised crime structures in Ireland. The arrest was made just 24 hours after a European arrest warrant was issued by Ireland and police from there traveled to Lanzarote to collaborate in the operation. Some publications are reporting that the arrested man may be the son of the leader of the gang known as “The Monk.”
Two Super Luxury Ships Visit
Emerald Azzurra and Scenic Eclipse, two small super luxury cruise ships docked in Arrecife on Thursday. Eclipse carries 228 passengers, and Azzurra just 100.
Hotel Food Truck Burns
The food truck in the grounds of the Barcelo Active Resort in Costa Teguise caught fire on Thursday evening. Firefighters were called and extinguished the fire, but not before the truck was seriously damaged.
Work Starts On Avenida Papagayo
Work has started on the resurfacing and refurbishment of Avenida Papagayo in Playa Blanca. The work will be done in stages to reduce disruption in the resort.
Tourist Data
Around half the tourists visiting Lanzarote stay in Hotels. Of those, 40% choose room only, 30% on a breakfast or half board tariff and 30% all inclusive.
More Instagram Stupidity
Videos from Instagram have been viewed widely, showing passengers sitting on the roof of a hire car driving on the Papagayo track, and another showing a pillion rider on a hire scooter, facing backwards. Police are tracing the drivers, who have returned to their home country, with the aim of sanctioning them.
700 Already Registered For Wine Run
The Wine run, which takes place on 14th June already has 700 participants registered. The event can be done as a 23KM run, or a 12KM run or walk. Registrations are open until 7th June: https://winerun.trackingsport.com/events/modalidades.xhtml
We’ll add more news as it comes in this week…..
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