Big Increase In Cruise Passengers
The number of cruise passengers visiting the island, via the Arrecife port in January increased by 28.5% compared to last year. A total of 92,000 passengers were aboard ships that docked here.
Fire In Playa Blanca Harbour
A fire on the pier in Playa Blanca was extinguished by firefighters on Wednesday. The fire created thick black smoke when it caught hold in waste oil containers.
Playa Flamingo Closed Temporarily
Playa Flamingo in Playa Blanca was closed on Wednesday. Regular checks revealed a higher than normal level of bacteria, and the beach was closed while technicians carried out safety checks.
Cheese & Goat Fair Makes A Return
The Lanzarote Cheese & Goat Fair makes a welcome return this year. The event was previously held in Playa Blanca, but the last one was in 2019, before the pandemic. This year it will be held in Yaiza, on 2nd, 3rd and 4th of May. We’ll post full details as soon as they are available.
Town Centre Spar Re-Opens In Playa Blanca
The Spar supermarket in Calle Limones, in the centre of Playa Blanca, has re-opened after an extensive refurbishment. The store now has a butchers and a charcuterie section. Parking is available in the Varadero Car Park, and is free to anyone spending 25€ or more at Spar. The store is open 7 days a week from 08:00 until 22:00.
British Cyclist Found Dead
A 55 year old British tourist was found dead on the road between Guatiza and Los Cocoteros. He had been out cycling. A passer by called emergency services, who were only able to pronounce his death. Police are investigating, but at this stage, the most likely option is that he died of natural causes, as there was no evidence that he had been involved in an accident. His partner was contacted at their hotel, and informed.
Yellow Warning For Rain & Waves
Aemet has published a yellow warning for rain and big waves across the islands in the early part of this week. The weather is being caused by a big storm in The Atlantic. Rain is expected in Lanzarote from 06:00 until 11:00 on Tuesday. Waves will reach 3 to 5 meters from Tuesday afternoon and into the evening.
El Grifo Turns 250
Bodegas El Grifo, Lanzarote’s oldest winrery, and the tenth oldest in Spain, is celebrating 250 years of producing some of the island’s finest wines. El Grifo produces what was Manrique’s favourite wine, their signature Malvasia semi seco, for which he designed the logo.
Wine Run Open For Registration
The Wine Run, which will take place on 15th June, opened or registrations at the weekend. Participants can enjoy the spectacular scenery at La Geria while running or walking 23KM or 12KM, with a finishing party with live music food and drink in Uga.
We’ll add more news here as it comes in this week…….
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