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Wanna know what's happening in Tenerife, Gran Canaria, and Ibiza? We’re spilling the beans: Carnival, events, parties, hidden beaches, surfing, routes, and the must-do plans, all from locals who live on the islands. Just in case you feel like coming to visit us 😉

The 10 Best Beaches in Ibiza for Summer 2026 – Local’s Guide
Everyone comes to Ibiza for the clubs. Then they see the beaches. Here's our local's list of the 10 best — famous sunset coves and quiet calas near San Antonio and Es Canar — with real distances, bus and boat tips, and what to pack for 2026.
How Our Tenerife Hostels Build Community Through Sport
45+ free sport events since 2022, getting travellers and locals playing — and talking — together across Tenerife. 🧡
Ibiza All Events/residencies July 2026 — Peak: RESISTANCE, Garrix & the Fiestas
Ibiza July 2026: RESISTANCE at Amnesia (Boris Brejcha's only Ibiza dates), Martin Garrix's 11th season, Calvin Harris x2 + Festes de la Terra. Full guide.
Ibiza All Events June 2026 — Top 15 – Peggy Gou, Pride, Guetta, Carl Cox & more
Complete guide to Ibiza's June 2026 events: David Guetta, Swedish House Mafia, Carl Cox, FISHER, elrow, Jamie Jones and Anyma residency launches. Plus Ibiza Pride (Jun 6-13), Nit de Sant Joan bonfires, Peggy Gou's Midnight Lobster Club, Ozuna at Ushuaïa, and Solid Grooves no-phones at DC-10.
Ibiza Events May 2026 — Amnesia Turns 50, Residencies Launch & the Medieval Fair
Ibiza May 2026 guide: Amnesia 50th anniversary, Medieval Fair, Calvin Harris & Solomun launches, Defected at Chinois, Glitterbox. Dates, lineups & tickets.
Ibiza Events April 2026 — Opening Parties, IMS & the Season Begins
Every event in Ibiza this April — from Es Paradis' 50th anniversary to the mega opening weekend at Pacha, Hï, Ushuaïa & [UNVRS]. Full lineups, tickets & tips.
Ibiza Events January–March 2026 — Off-Season Warmers
Circoloco NYD at DC-10, Carnival parades, Pintxa food crawl, Akasha + what winter Ibiza is really like. The island most people never see.
Maspalomas Carnival 2026 🎪 Complete Guide to Gran Canaria’s Most Colourful Party
Maspalomas International Carnival 2026 runs 10–22 March. Theme: El Circo 🎪. Full schedule, Drag Gala, Gran Cabalgata, Mogollón nights + where to stay in Gran Canaria.
El Médano Carnival 2026: Your Guide to the Best Beach Party in Southern Tenerife 🎭🌊
Forget the Santa Cruz crowds. El Médano's Carnaval de Día on March 7 is southern Tenerife's best-kept secret — a free all-day beach party with live music until 3am, local comparsas, and a sardine funeral you'll never forget. Here's everything you need to know.
Carnaval Los Cristianos 2026 Costa Adeje: Full Guide Tenerife
Your complete guide to Carnaval Internacional de Los Cristianos 2026 — running March 5–16 in the heart of southern Tenerife. Full schedule, exact times, venue map, costume tips, and everything you need to make the most of the biggest free carnival in the south. 🎉
Puerto de la Cruz Carnival 2026: All Events Guide/Program
Complete guide to Tenerife's authentic carnival: Mexican theme, Mascarita Ponte Tacón, burial of sardine, galas, dj's, party, all events: Feb 1-28, 2026.
Las Palmas Carnival 2026 🎭✨Complete Guide to Gran Canaria’s Biggest Party
Las Palmas Carnival 2026 runs Jan 23 - Mar 1 with a "Las Vegas" theme and 50th anniversary celebrations. Get the complete guide to events, the legendary Drag Queen Gala, budget tips, where to stay near the action, and how to experience Gran Canaria's carnival without breaking the bank. Plus: compare with Tenerife and Maspalomas carnivals!

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