9,000 Evacuated from Fire in Gran Canaria
A forest fire in Gran Canaria has led to mass evacuations on the popular holiday island in the Canary Islands. Some 9,000 people have been moved from their homes on…
Fifth Edition of Tenerife Walking Festival
The largest of the Canaries is gearing up to host the fifth annual edition of the Tenerife Walking Festival which will take place from 21 – 25 May 2019. Registration…
The Man Behind Walk the Rock: Jose Rubio
Travel Begins at 40 chats with Jose Luis Rubio, the managing director of Blackstone Treks & Tours, who organises Lanzarote’s annual Walk the Rock. Can you tell us a bit…
Transgrancanaria 2019, Gran Canaria
Fitness fanatics should head to the Canary Islands this February for Transgrancanaria. Held on Gran Canaria since October 2003, the race that will test your levels of endurance. Staged from 20 to 24…
Santa Cruz Carnival de Tenerife 2019
They sure know how to throw a fiesta in Spain, and the annual Santa Cruz Carnival (Carnaval de Santa Cruz de Tenerife) is a shining example of a 12-day pumping…
11 Carnivals 2019 Around the World
Whether you call it the carnival, Mardi Gras or simply a fête, the approach of Lent brings with it a wonderful explosion of colour and exuberance. Travel Begins at 40…
Walk Winter Sun in the Canaries
Departing 21 February save £100 pp exploring two contrasting Canary Islands on the 10-night Tenerife & Lanzarote winter sun walking holiday with Ramblers Walking Holidays…
Walking in Lanzarote, Land of Volcanoes
Read Mark Bibby Jackson’s adventures walking in Lanzarote, from Orzola in the north to Papagayo in the south, climbing several volcanoes along the way. The idea of walking the length,…
Have Yourself a Rambling Christmas
Escape the Christmas routine this year with Ramblers Walking Holidays, who have a range of departures over the festive season for those looking for time away from the turkey and tinsel. With departures programmed…
Six Can’t-Miss La Gomera Watersports
In the Atlantic Ocean, La Gomera overflows with beautiful beaches and clear blue water that rarely dips below 20 degrees Celsius. Naturally,ports are some of the island’s biggest draws. While…
Discover La Gomera, Canary Islands
La Gomera, the land of eternal spring offers constant sunshine, unspoilt beaches and authentic island villages as well as palm-lined mountains, laurel forests and walking trails for miles. Here are…
Tenerife’s Gastronomy Scene Shines
Tenerife, the largest of the Canary Islands, has been awarded its sixth Michelin Star following the launch of the new Michelin Star Guide for Spain and Portugal. The celebration of…
