In many European countries, Ash Wednesday is celebrated by the drawing of a cross on the forehead, made from ash. In Fuerteventura it is a much bigger and more lavish celebration, that...
Category: Annual Events
Canarian Indépendance
30th May is Canarian day, but how much do you really know about the fight for independence? An Article by Bernie Power with The Voice Fuerteventura The 30th of May 1983 was...
Who Is The Easter Bunny?
We all know the Easter Bunny exists... but where did he or she come from and why do they bring eggs!? Every year we celebrate Easter with brightly coloured eggs and Easter...
Traditional Easter Food in Fuerteventura
Semana Santa or Holy week is celebrated by Catholic nations across the World, including Fuerteventura, Spain and the rest of The Canary Islands. So what kind of foods are they and what...
Crispy Easter Nests
A Recipe by Sophie Wood with The Voice Fuerteventura It’s Easter, so why not spoil yourself? Here is my idea for some delicious treats that the family will enjoy making as much...
Easter Eggs Through History
As soon as there is a hint of Spring in the air, chocolate bunnies and highly decorated eggs fill the shelves... But why? The tradition of giving decorated Easter Eggs goes back...
SEMANA SANTA IN FUERTEVENTURA
Here in the Canaries, Easter and Holy Week is a much bigger affair than we are used to, and most villages and towns across all of the Islands will take part. As...
Why Does The Date of Easter Change?
Christmas is always celebrated on the same date each year.. so why does the date of Easter always change? This is a question that always comes up at this time of year...
Easter in Fuerteventura
Easter in Fuerteventura Easter in Fuerteventura An Article by Bernie Power with The Voice Fuerteventura Easter is an important religious event which is celebrated all over the world. It is a time...
Kite Festival
There are lots of things to do in Fuerteventura and lots of dates to add to your diary. One event that you dont want to miss is the annual Kite Festival, which...