Planning to feast like the locals this Christmas? Then make sure you bring your sweet tooth with you as some of the most popular traditional treats on Lanzarote are seriously sugary. Such as Truchas de Navidad, Polvorones and Turron.

Scottish airline Flyglobespan has collapsed. Leaving thousands of holidaymakers stranded at various destinations across Europe, including Lanzarote. And leaving many more with their Christmas holiday travel plans in ruins.

Leading low cost airline Ryanair flew more tourists to Lanzarote than any other operator last month. Transporting a total of 44,232 passengers to in November - according to figures just released by ASOLAN, the islands hoteliers association.

The State Meteorological office has placed the Canary Islands on Yellow Alert for the next two days. As heavy rain is expected to sweep across the archipelago again. With up to 20 litres per square metre of rainfall expected per

If you've ever had the feeling that your cheap end up costing more than you expected you'd be right. According to a new report from Which! Holiday magazine. Which compared additional payments above and beyond normal ticket prices on leading

Headed for Lanzarote over the Christmas period? Then what sort of weather can you expect? What will be open when? And how do the locals celebrate? Catch up with the first part of our comprehensive guide to Christmas on Lanzarote.

November occupancy levels in and apartment complexes were less than 2% down versus 2008. And over 6% up versus last month. According to the latest figures just released by ASOLAN, the islands hoteliers association. Suggesting that a degree of stability

The current hot spell of is set to come to an abrupt and wet end tomorrow. As the State Meteorological Office has placed the Canary Islands on yellow alert this weekend. With heavy rains are expected to sweep across the

Admissions at Lanzarote's main tourist centres rose last month for the first time since March. Whilst additional funding has just been announced for the project to extend and expand the harbour area in the Old Town of . Catch up

The current Canary Islands advertising campaign - which depicts polar bears in summertime habitats - is starting to attract a good deal of flak from green campaigners. Who are accusing the Canary Islands Tourist Board of trivialising the whole issue

Search the latest to come onto the market. Including reduced price properties such as a four bedroom villa with private pool in Playa Blanca - now on at €285,000 - and a three bedroom house in the same resort available

The winter edition of Lanzarote Guidebook - the in-depth - is out now. Download your copy free of charge. Or have it sent direct to any address in the UK or Ireland.

Details about Christmas and News Years eve events in have just been released. Beginning with the inauguration of the town's Nativity Scene on December 17th, which will be situated as usual in the Plaza Camilo José Cela (opposite Bar Tahona).

We've recently expanded our selection of . Providing more choice for anyone planning a break in the resort. With prices starting from as little as £390 per week. Browse the latest additions and book direct online.

With Christmas and New Year fast approaching there are plenty of festive activities taking place across the island this month. Along with some unique sporting events such as the Canarian Hang Gliding Open Championship and a mouth watering classical concert

Falcon Holidays has stepped into the breach left by the sudden collapse of their rival Budget Travel last week. By announcing additional flights to Lanzarote from the Republic and by offering to transfer and honour bookings for holidays originally booked

An easyJet flight to Lanzarote from Gatwick airport was struck by lightning yesterday. The Airbus 319 departed Gatwick at 8.30am yesterday morning but was hit by a lighting strike about 45 minutes into the flight. Forcing the aircraft to return

The credit crunch has had a downward impact on property prices on the island. And are not exempt from this. With many premises fully equipped and ready for new ownership, the opportunity for those looking to make a new start

Budget Travel, Ireland's largest tour operator, has collapsed. Leaving 521 tourists stranded in Lanzarote. Whilst many more will now be unable to take their pre-booked holidays on the island.

Tapas is well established as one of the mainstays of Spanish cuisine. The small servings mean that not only can you try a good selection of dishes but each dish is usually only a few euros, making it an economical