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CANARIES GO HEAD TO HEAD WITH SPAIN

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Double fight over oil and airports

HE Canary Islands are once again going headto-head with the Spanish Government over another major decision which leaders here consider disrespectful and wrong. As the war over future oil drilling in the waters off Fuerteventura

and Lanzarote continues to rage, new battle lines have been drawn over the partial privatisation of the archipelago’s airports. Spain intends to sell off 49

per cent of their shares but the Canaries fear this will be very bad news for the islands and will hinder the progress made over flight connections and essential services. Canary president, Paulino Rivero says the archipelago will “pay dear” as privatisation is unlikely to strengthen what he considers an essential service. “It’s a mistake,” he says. “The successful operation of airports is a basic pillar for the Canaries and our economy.” Other objectors say it signals a lack of respect for the

Canary Islands and that any new operator will only be interested in making profits, not maintaining essential services or safeguarding jobs. Spain says this will not be the case as the entry of private capital will bring “great competiveness, dynamism and efficiency in the Spanish airport system.” Of the 49 per cent of the share capital, 28 per cent will be placed on the Stock Exchange and the rest will go out to competition. The process will be in full swing by November. Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Tenerife will all be attractive to investors because they make money but the fear

is the smaller unprofitable airports will be neglected, making inter-island travel even more difficult. Meantime, the “oil war” between the Canary Islands and Spain shows no signs of abating. After calling for people to protest about Repsol’s plans to sink test wells, Sr. Rivero has been accused of “calling for a rebellion in the streets” and the Spanish Prime Minister believes this could escalate into violence. There were further protests in Santa Cruz on June 15th when about 30 protestors carried placards along La Rambla and the police had to be called in. Organisers said there had been no unrest and it was always intended as a peaceful demonstration. Repsol’s environmental report has been given the goahead by Spain but any day now, the Supreme Court is due to announce its decision over seven appeals lodged by various organsiations, including the Canary Government. That decision has already been delayed twice. Politicians who support oil drilling say Sr. Rivero should concentrate on addressing the real issues of the Canar y Islands but the president is considering asking the new King of Spain to intervene. He says this issue is vitally important to the whole future of the archipelago and one oil spill could destroy its tourism and eco-system. The Canary Government has once again reiterated its intention to “keep on fighting” with all means possible, including through the courts, no matter how long it takes and has repeated its call for a referendum to let the Canary people decide.

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TRADERS’ CONCERNED

A “move” for popular market after protests

protest by traders of Los Cristianos market led to a last-minute new site on Sunday, June 15th and it might well have proved an accidental success. At the time of going to press, it is not known where the market will be held on Sunday, June 22nd as discussions continue between the operators and Arona Council about the historic site near the taxi rank. However, on June 15th, the market stalls were set up along avenida Juan Carlos I which is just a minute away from the old market site and it seemed to have gone down well with many visitors, particularly because of the green area surrounding it. “We like it better here,”

said one family from Chester. “Because the stalls are in one long straight line up and down the road, there is more space and it’s not so claustrophobic. We hope it stays here. It’s pretty.” The market had not been held for two previous Sundays and fed-up stall-holders held a protest mid-week and said they refused to budge unless Arona Council came up with an alternative. This they did although it took until the day before to determine that all safety factors etc were in place.

The traders said the market had to resume because their livelihoods were suffering and so was spin-off trade for nearby restaurants and bars and the taxis.

There is a dispute between the council and the market company which says as far as it is concerned, it has all the necessar y paperwork and licences in place.

TENERIFE PROTESTS

Dismay over further delays for ring road

ENERIFE Cabildo is officially expressing its disgust and dismay at further delays to the completion of the island’s ring road.

A letter has been written to the Canary Government to protest about the ongoing situation and the anticipated opening date. The stretch between El Tanque and Icod de los Vinos

should have been completed by March but this is not the case and reports suggest that work on the construction of a major tunnel infrastructure which needs to be shipped over from the mainland to Tenerife has not

Jellyfish cause beach alert

SEVEN STUNG

T least seven people needed treatment for jellyfish stings after another spate of arrivals on Las Teresitas beach in Santa Cruz.

The incident happened on June 15th and led to the yellow safety flag being hoisted whilst the situation was dealt with. This was the second time in a fortnight that the beach has seen jellyfish washed up by the

tide. Bathers are always advised to take notice of any safety alerts or swimming bans and never to touch a jellyfish if they encounter one on the beach or in the sea.

even started. The delay in the southern section between Adeje and Santiago del Teide has been particularly criticised and doubts have been raised whether it can open in the first quarter of 2015 which had been anticipated. The delays are put down to lack of funding and late work,

as well as no updated information about the complicated tunnel section of Erjos. This is the part of the project which needs to be constructed in Spain, then sent to Italy for further work and then in sections by boat to Tenerife. Apparently, construction of the infrastructure has not even started.

Police seize rotten meat and defrosting fish HEALTH HAZARDS

OLICE have stopped and impounded two separate lorry-loads of fish and meat destined for human consumption but both described as “in appalling conditions”. In Santa Cruz, a refrigerated vehicle was intercepted on its round to a number of supermarkets. Inside, they found 274 kilograms of seafood, contained in boxes but in a “terrible condition”. The inside of the van was described as unhygienic and unclean and when checked, it was found that the thermostat was not working properly. Some of the ice around the seafood was already defrosting and water was leaking out of the van’s bodywork. The 274 kilos included tuna steak, perch, clams, mussels, mackerel, hake, squid and cuttle-fish. All the items which did not meet standards were removed and because the records showed the lorry had already delivered to five supermarkets, steps were taken to check these products as well. In a separate case on Fuerteventura, a vehicle was stopped carrying 780 kilos of rotten meat which had been intended for public consumption. The temperature inside was above what it should have been and the interior of the van contained rusty hooks and dirty pallets. Health officials ruled that the meat would present a health hazard and it was confiscated.

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Puerto traders object to pavement cafe fees

COURT ACTION

number of business owners in Puerto de la Cruz are taking court action over “prohibitive” rises in pavement cafe charges.

The fight is being led by the Association of Entrepreneurs in the Central Zone of the town. They say they had a meeting with the Mayor over a month ago to discuss the increased fees for putting tables and chairs outside and some solution was promised. However, since then, nothing had materialised. They also thought that a special com-

mittee was to be set up, including representatives of the businesses affected. The association objects to the increased charges, saying that in some cases, the fee has doubled and even tripled. The courts are being asked to put a freeze on proceedings and to reimburse the money paid by businesses even though they had objected to the level of the fees.

Santa Cruz Tragedy as man killed on TF-1 anger at coastal delay T

HERE was tragedy on the TF-1 near the Arico turn on June 15th in the after-math of a car accident.

PAIN’S controversial Coastal department has come under fire from Santa Cruz council for blocking beach improvements.

Permission was requested on May 17th to carry out a number of projects at Las Teresitas but as at June 12th, nothing had been heard. The council wants to order and install new lockers, changing rooms, toilets and showers, with an investment of 275,000 euros. However, it cannot do so without prior permission and now fears that because it would take about three months to complete, they will not be ready for the busy summer season. Councillors have denounced the situation and criticised the delay in getting a decision. They fear this will be another decision turned down, just like the negative from the Coastal department on a playground idea and ramps for the disabled.

The hot place to be this summer

UERTO de la Cruz is still the place to be as visitor numbers continue to soar.

Figures for January, February, March and April increased 3.9 per cent on the same period of 2013 and indicate the town’s significant revival. This trend started in the second half of last year and are matched by a 5.3 per cent increase in occupancy rates and 4.5 per cent in over-night

stays. “We have broken the line of descent which we had experienced since 2006 and the recovery is becoming a reality,” said councillor for tourism, Carmen Dolores Padilla who added: “Tourism is undoubtedly our main economic engine and this data encourages us to continue

working every day in opening new markets and consolidate existing ones.” During the first four months of 2014, a total of 236,414 tourists chose Puerto de la Cruz for a few days of rest. Four and five star hotels are still the people’s favourite, attracting 61.3 per cent of the total. Domestic tourism and Germany remain the two pillars of Puerto’s appeal; in the

case of the latter, there was a rise of 14.2 per cent. There has also been a noticeable increase in other nationalities, including 18.7 per cent from the Nordic countries, 7.9 per cent from the UK, 20.4 per cent from France, 56.6 per from Russia and 13.3 per cent from Switzerland. As for the average stay, Puerto recorded its best-ever average of 8.65 days since 2006.

Police reported that the driver of a lorry which had been involved in the original incident got out of his cab to help other people but was struck by passing vehicles. The first call to the 1-1-2 emergency service alerted the police and fire brigade to an accident between a car and a lorry. They then received a second call to report that the truck driver had been hit by

passing vehicles and sustained ver y serious injuries. On their arrival at the scene, the emergency crews found he had been fatally injured and there was nothing they could do to save his life. He was aged about 66. A 56-year-old woman who had been in another vehicle was taken to hospital after suffering an anxiety attack.

DRUGS SUSPECT

“Mafia” man arrested in Canaries

HREE members of the “Camorra”, an Italian Mafia-style crime syndicate, have been arrested in Spain, one of them in Fuerteventura.

Agents of the Civil Guard mounted three separate operations in 15 days which led to the capture of the trio. The other two were in Fuengirola (Málaga) and Alcudia (Mallorca). All three came before the High Court which ordered their

extradition to Italy. The police operation was mounted after information was received about their possible whereabouts in Spain. The 38-year-old Italian arrested in Fuerteventura was wanted in Italy for drug trafficking.

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Puerto hotel scoops Tui award

TEAM THRILLED

UNUSUAL ALERT

REVIVAL FAILS

Ouch! Child traps Brit drowns in hand in door sea tragedy IREMEN had a delicate operation to perform when called out to a property in Arona town.

A crew from San Miguel de Abona responded to a 1-1-2 alert just after midnight and were told that a child had their hand trapped in a door. When they arrived, they found that the youngster did indeed have three fingers trapped between the

bathroom door and its frame. The unfortunate child was finally released when the firemen unscrewed the hinges and removed the door. Following the successful operation, the unlucky (or lucky!) youngster was taken to hospital for treatment.

HERE has been another drowning tragedy in the Canary Islands.

A 41-year-old man, said to be of British origin, died in the ocean off the beach of Las Cucharas in Teguise, Lanzarote. The 1-1-2 emergency line received a call for help just after noon, reporting that other swimmers had rescued a man from the sea but his heart had stopped and they were performing resuscitation. The medical team with the SUC, Canary Emergency Service, went to the scene and continued advance techniques to try and save the victim but to no avail. He was confirmed dead at the scene.

CONFIDENCE EXPRESSED

Mayor pledges progress for Puerto

HE Hotel Riu Garoé at Puerto de la Cruz is celebrating a major award.

Directors and staff are delighted to have received the Gold Award 2013 in their first year of working with TUI UK. It was accepted by director, Cándido L Figueroa on behalf of the team who consider the accolade a very positive boost

for both the hotel and for Puerto de la Cruz in general. This was the third award for the Riu Garoé which has also received the Holidaycheck Top Award 2014 and the Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence.

Protest over school canteen plans

“RETROGRADE STEP”

ROTESTS have taken place in the Canary Islands to object to the proposed privatisation of the canteen service in schools.

Tenerife’s Association of Parents (Fitapa) says this would be a retrograde step and could lead to higher meal costs and loss of jobs in exchange for part-time and “more precarious” contracts. They say it represents a worsening of labour conditions, lower wages, increased stability and workload and a generally adverse effect on the whole service. The association, which

mounted a demonstration last week outside the offices of the Ministr y of Education, estimates that 20,000 children around the archipelago could be affected. Protestors are calling on the Government to keep the service in public ownership so that it is available for everyone who needs it. The Ministry says budget cuts are responsible and this is the best way ahead in order to avoid closures.

number of long-awaited schemes in Puerto de la Cruz have been unlocked and seen radical changes, according to the Mayor.

He has pledged that work will start soon on the new bus station and says “significant progress” is being made on improving the town’s infrastructure. The Mayor, Marcos Brito predicts big changes for the town in the year ahead, for the benefit of all. Just a fortnight ago, the new municipal library was opened and he believes there is a “better picture” now for other projects. In April, pavement replacement and remedial work started and he has highlighted

a better understanding between the council and Tenerife Cabildo. He has already referred to the ongoing work to improve the drinking water quality for thousands of residents (see our separate stor y in this edition on the installation of new filters). The Mayor said it had been the last few weeks had seen very intense hard work and projects which had been hit by bureaucracy were finally moving forward. He is assuring residents that Puerto will continue to move

forward, despite the difficulties of the financial crisis and will continue to attract more tourists to continue its record perfor-

mance so far. He believes the town has improved its image abroad and is promoting new jobs and contracts.

Finca adds to its fitness appeal

EGUESTE council has finished the installation of outdoor gym equipment at Los Zamorano, thanks to an 8,000 euro grant.

The money was given by the Canary Government so the facilities at the finca could be completed for the benefit of local people and visitors. Los Zamorano is a working farm and museum where students also grow traditional and unusual crops but there

is also a fitness running circuit which is very popular. Equipment for muscle strengthening and stamina has now been installed as an extra attraction for those visiting the farm, museum or to jog around the circuit. It’s estimated that about 3,000 people a month are

using the circuit and outdoor area; about 100 people a day

and double this figure at the weekend.

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PUERTO DECISION

Staff agree pay cut to save School of Music

Campaigners who fought for the school

HE popular School of Music at Puerto de la Cruz appears to have been saved, thanks to staff agreeing to take a pay cut. opened. A major campaign had been launched in Puerto amidst fears that there was not enough money in the budget to continue the school

Car plunges down barranco

OLICE are investigating what happened to make a car driven by a 45-year-old man plunge down a barranco in Santa Cruz.

The incident happened just after 7am and led to his death from multiple injuries. The 1-1-2 emergency centre received a call, reporting that a car had veered off the TF-12 Taganana road above Barranco de Las Huertas with a man inside.

had made an enormous sacrifice “for the sake of the Music School in our town.” Teachers have agreed to take a pay cut of between 15 and 22 per cent depending on the amount. Labour rights will be maintained with an increase in the number of days off. The agreement was supported by ten of the eleven teachers at the school land will run from June 1st to December 31 st , 2015 although a revision will be made in July of that year. The decision avoids closure on June 30 th , ensuring continuity for the next academic year of 2014-2015. Campaigners had started a petition and held demonstrations to protest.

OTEL occupancy in the Canary Islands is expected to reach an average of 83 per cent during July and August.

If the predictions are accurate, it would put the archipelago second highest in the country for the summer season, with only the Balearics surpassing this figure at an estimated 91 per cent. The forecasts were made by the Ministry of Industry, Energy and Tourism, José Manuel Soria who said the average hotel occupancy figure for Spain for July would be around 76 per cent and about 78 per cent in August. This was an increase of three and six per cent respectively on the same months of 2013. In the Balearic Islands, the occupation will be 91 per cent in July and 92 per cent in August, while in Catalonia the percentages are 85 and 83%; in the Canaries, 83 per cent for both months and in Valencia, 81 per cent and 83 per cent, according to the Ministry. Sr. Soria said that following the excellent year experienced in 2013 with the arrival of international tourists, the data recorded up until April was “even better” and tourism remained one of the key drivers of the Spanish economy.

Police, the Civil Guard and fire-fighters all went to the scene but could only confirm the death of the driver. The road was closed for nearly four hours to allow recovery of the vehicle from the bottom of the ravine by a crane.

Prison sentences after major Bono card fraud

EVEN people who defrauded the Titsa bus company by selling Bono cards at a discounted price have all been sent to prison.

The scam was carried out between 2004 and 2009 and netted a substantial amount of money. A figure of 4.3 million has been reported. A husband and wife were sentenced to six years, the man having been a former employee of Titsa. Their three sons were also given one year’s jail and a receiver two years in prison. A newsagent involved in the network was also given a sentence of

RIBBON CUTTING

Health park open 24 hours

Occupancy looking good for the Canaries

SEVEN CONVICTED MAN DIES

An agreement between the local council and the faculty was announced last week and the period for preregistrations for the academic year of 2014-2015 has been

and to pay the wages of staff. Supporters said this would be a huge shame as people of all ages and nationalities loved the school and it was a musical life-line for many of them and a life-blood of Puerto. The Mayor, Marcos Brito welcomed the agreement in favour of the continuation of the school which thousands of local people wanted to keep. The new agreement is effective until December 31st, 2015. Sr. Brito said: “We can already say that continuity is a reality and we will do everything possible to allow this to remain so.” Councillor Juan Carlos Marrero acknowledged the enormous effort made by teachers and recognised they

BUSY SUMMER

new health park opened in San Juan de la Rambla can be used 24 hours around-theclock and by all ages.

The Mayor, Tomás Mesa said it had been a personal mission to see completion of the project in the zone of Medianías de San José. The parque biosaludable has already been dubbed “La Suerte” or “Lucky” and is situated off the Orotava – Guancha TF-342 road. It has six pieces of equipment and a water fountain and meets requests from residents who had asked for a new use for this abandoned site.

20 months. The court was told that Bono bus discount cards, normally costing 12 euros and 30 euros, were sold at discounted prices to make more profit. These were on sale in numerous shops and kiosks around Santa Cruz, as well as in other municipalities. Tenerife Cabildo, as owners of Titsa, reported the matter in 2009 after finding discrepancies in the Bono accounts although it was unaware of how this could have happened. The courts acquitted the accused of money laundering.

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MADRID VISIT

AWARD NOMINATION

Plans to improve Palmetum achieves global cleaning services recognition

HE Palmetum botanical garden which stands on a mountain above Santa Cruz is already winning international acclaim.

The city council is delighted to have been invited to represent Spain at an awards ceremony in Dubai which recognises outstanding environmental restoration projects within the UN. Mayor, José Manuel Bermúdez said it was “great news” because the Palmetum had already become an international reference point for transformation of a dilapidated site. Candidates for the award must have shown a tangible impact on improving the living conditions of people and the result of a joint effort between different sectors. The gardens feature more than 2,000 different plant species, of which 472 are palm trees, the best and largest collection in Europe. One of the unique species is the tahina palm, discovered in 2008.

It has lakes, streams and waterfalls set in 11,500 square metres and there are rubber plants, exotic fruits and puzzle trees, with 70 of the species being endangered and 14 of them on the critical list. The most delicate are contained within “El Octógono”. There are 14 sections in all and a tour of the Palmetum has been likened to “a walk around the globe” with many countries represented, including Hawaii, Africa, Central America, Borneo, the Philippines, Australia, the Caribbean, Madagascar and even the Solomon Islands. Guided tours are available in a number of languages but these have to be booked in advance by emailing info@palmetumsantacruz.com, phoning 697 651 127 or through the web www. palmetumsantacruz.com

A Orotava has unveiled its new “showcase” as the local council continues to adapt to the digital age.

RANADILLA is looking to improve its waste collection and street cleaning services.

The Mayor, Jaime González Cejas has pledged further investment and modernisation following a visit to a specialist exhibition in Madrid. He was accompanied by the manager of the municipal services company, Sermurgran, Juan Manuel Plasencia as well as technicians from the municipality. The Mayor said there were many new advances in equipment and environmental solutions in order to modernise street cleaning and the waste collection service and he said the people of Granadilla deserved to have their needs met to the best extent. This would mean modernising the fleet whilst allowing a reduction in costs but a better service at the same time. The delegation specifically looked at new containers for organic waste which might be very useful in areas such as Los Abrigos as well as the new range of vehicles.

Abandoned farm and fincas “an affront”

OCIALISTS on the council of San Juan de la Rambla have accused Tenerife Cabildo of abandoning agricultural facilities in the municipality.

La Orotava unveils new showcase websites

Spokesman Ezequiel Domínguez said La Casa Grande and its finca, la Granja and la Balsa had received no attention and the

old mansion was on the point of collapse. He claimed they were all the victims of “the maximum procrastination” and said it was particularly serious because of the crisis the agricultural sector was going through. Sr. Domínguez accused the Cabildo of abandoning its responsibility to the agricultural structures for ten years and said it was an affront to San Juan de la Rambla. Las Casa Grande had deteriorated into a ruin, had been vandalised and was totally unproductive. It was also alleged that a year ago, the Cabildo promised farmers that a water raft would be constructed within a month but nothing had happened. The Socialists say the only way forward is the preparation of an urgent action plan on the agricultural needs of the municipality.

The two websites of www.villadelaorotava.org and www.laorotava.es have been given a fresh new look, described as “more attractive, dynamic, accessible and practical.” In addition, a new tourist platform is being developed under the domain of turismolaorotava.com/org which will be of specific help to the holiday-maker who wants to discover the delights of La Orotava for the first time. Added to all this is the campaign to provide free wifi spots around the town and to allow residents to apply for travel certificates on-line. The new municipal websites were unveiled at a press conference by the Mayor, Francisco Linares and with

councillor for new technology, Guacimara González and designer, Antonio Jiménez. It uses web 2.0 and is compatible with Smartphones and new generation tablets. The goal has been to make them user-friendly with an emphasis on pictures and videos and covering everything needed, from information on events, grants, workshops and news to regulations and ordinances, planning and the downloading and submission of forms. The tourism site will give information on the municipality, where to stay, places to visit and so on. The wifi project is aiming to set up eight free hotspots in La Orotava and if this proves a success, more will follow.

PARK ROW

Santa Cruz fury over CCTV refusal A decision not to allow 20 CCTV cameras in a popular Santa Cruz park has been criticised as “incomprehensible”

HE city council says it intends to lodge an appeal because it fears acts of vandalism and anti-social behaviour will continue to plague García Sanabria.

The Government delegation in the Canar y Islands has refused permission for the security cameras for the fifth time and now Santa Cruz council intends to challenge it through the courts. Councillor for public safety, José Alberto Díaz-Estébanez said the decision made no sense because the presence of cameras was a deterrent in itself and would contribute to the safety of people and property. The Commission for Videovigilance in the Canary Islands said they did not understand the request because there was no evidence from the police to suggest there was a problem in the park. Likewise, the crime

statistics for the last ten years did not support the application either. However, statistics collected by the city council suggest otherwise with dozens of incidents involving consumption of drugs, fighting, thefts and robberies. Sr. Díaz-Estébanez said many of these were not reported to the police so did not show up on the official figures. He said it was unacceptable that the council could not put cameras in the park because there had also been cases of vandalism, including to important sculptures. “We do not understand this obstinacy,” he said.

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One year’s grace for capital’s pavement cafes NEW RULES

ANTA CRUZ is on the verge of introducing new rules for pavement cafes after months of planning and talks with local businesses.

The new municipal ordinance will cover the size of outside terraces, the street furniture which can be used and the colour and design, as well as what can be placed on a roof. One of the strict conditions will be to veto plastic dividers which any restaurants, bars and cafes put in place to protect customers from the wind. Instead, these will have to be 1.5 metre high screens. Awning colours will be white and beige. The Mayor, José Manuel Bermúdez said this was one of the most important documents drawn up by the council. “The urban landscape is part of the quality of life for residents of Santa Cruz, which is why it is important to move forward with this regulation,” he commented. Sr. Bermúdez was joined at the launch of the new standards by first deputy Mayor and councillor for urbanisation, José Ángel Martín and fourth deputy and councillor for public services,

Dámaso Arteaga. Sr. Martin said Santa Cruz was once again leading the way with such regulations, as it had with other plans, such as the crackdown on mobile phone masts. The proposals have been on public display twice and then modified and businesses will now be given a year to comply. Sixteen areas will be affected but the council believes it will create a better image and improve the look of the city. It is estimated that it will cost each trader between 1,500 euros and 4,000 euros to change their street furniture and awnings but advertising of a specified size will be allowed to offset the expense. One of the novelties of the new rules will be the need to create a specified amount of space known as pedestrian corridors between the various pavement cafes and energysaving structures on roofs will be encouraged, as well as greenery.

Beach slope repairs deemed urgent

OPTIMISTIC QUARTER

Tenerife continues increase in visitor numbers

ENERIFE Cabildo has reiterated its belief that hard work over connectivity and promotion of the island is paying dividends.

President, Carlos Alonso said visitor numbers continued to increase and occupancy rates were again up on 2013. The latest statistics cover the month of April which saw a total of 436,527 tourist arrivals, an increase of 13.4 per cent on April of last year. Easter fell at different times in 2013 and 2014 but when accumulated, the two months registered 881,588 holiday-makers, up 3.6 per cent. All hotel categories showed an increase but particularly so in four-star establishments (up 14.8 per cent) and 21 per cent in three stars. The average stay of tourists in April was 7.22 days (down by 0.2 per cent) and occupancy rate was 64.8 per cent, up 11.8 per cent compared to April 2013. Carlos Alonso The airport authority Aena reported an increase of nearly 12 per cent in arrivals at both Tenerife airports. International traffic increased 13 per cent and national 9.3 per cent. Tenerife continued to lead the way in the archipelago, with Sr. Alonso stressing the ongoing work to diversify its market. Looking at the first quarter of the year, the number of tourists represented an increase of 4.2 per cent over the same period of 2013. International visitors were up 7.2 per cent to 1,404,758, the highest quarterly number since 2009. However, Spanish tourism continued to drop, showing a decrease of 8.5 per cent to 283,148. The British market was up five per cent, Germans up 12.8 per cent, Swiss 12.2 per cent, Norwegian 20.2 per cent, Danish 14 per cent and Finnish tourism remained stable. The French, Italian, Belgium, Austria and Irish markets were all up, with Russians staying stable but the Dutch market decreased by 8.9 per cent.

Top award for Hotel Botánico

OS Realejos council has pledged to deal with new erosion movements on the slopes near the beach of El Socorro as a matter of urgency. Work is being carried out and should be finished soon, according to the Mayor, Manuel Domínguez. A technical report into the condition of the slope showed there had been new movements and it was necessary to carry out strengthening as a matter of urgency. The Mayor said it was vital to ensure that all safety measures were in place at this “precious outdoor space” given

the arrival of summer and the expected influx of visitors. The work, which should be in progress by now, was likely to include extra netting and new tensioners. Sr. Domínguez said prevention was the key and it was hoped to cause as little disruption as possible to beach users. The council is already working on details for a second phase of the scheme.

HE Hotel Botánico at Puerto de la Cruz has been voted one of the best 100 in the world by customers of TUI.

The “Premio TUI Holly 2014” is considered to be one of the most prestigious in the international holiday industry. More than 500,000 customers were asked to take part in an annual satisfaction survey of around 8,000 hotels worldwide. The hotel was considered to be one of the very best because of its commitment to quality, excellence and responsibility to the environment. The award will be made during a gala evening in Seville in September. Hotel Botánico has always been committed to the environment and has introduced various measures and systems to save on energy, lighting etc. It has its own waste management system that ensures separation at source and re-uses water to irrigate the gardens.

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FESTIVAL COUNTDOWN

ARONA IMPROVEMENTS

More top names join Starmus line-up

Further work will follow plaza project

Grigorij Richters

OT on the heels of the news that British physicist Stephen Hawking will be a keynote speaker at the Starmus Festival from September 22nd to 27th in Tenerife, the event continues to strengthen its line up. Organisers have confirmed that acclaimed film director Grigorij Richters will be introducing the first private screening of his latest film, 51 Degrees. Richters, who has been making films since the age of seven, will join his fellow crew member and keynote speaker, music legend Brian May, who, as well as attaining a PhD in astrophysics from Imperial College in 2007, is responsible for the sound track on the movie. The private screening is just one of the highlights of a weeklong festival, which includes conferences and round table discussions with prominent figures such as Nobel Prize winners Robert W. Wilson and Sir Harold W. Kroto; British ethologist, zoologist and scientist Richard Dawkins; American astronomer Jill Tarter, astrophysicists Robert Williams; three Apollo moon-

walkers: Edgar Mitchell, Charlie Duke and Jack Schmitt and five cosmonauts including Alexei Leonov, who became the first human to make a ‘space walk’ back in 1965. Just confirmed and new to the line up are astrophysicist and presenter of BBC’s The Sky at Night, Chris Lintott and Professor of Paleanthropology, Kateriana Harvati. Festival goers will also have access to a unique concert with legendar y keyboard player Rick Wakeman together with Brian May; and a stargazing “Star Party” at the Teide Observatory. Attendees will have the chance to mingle and share their views on astronomy with the well-known personalities. Ideally suited to the Starmus Festival’s theme of cosmic discovery, the film follows the life of Damon Miller (played by Moritz von Zeddelmann), a

young British film maker who becomes involved in the research of asteroids, only to discover that the Earth stands on the brink of extraterrestrial disaster. Knowing the world is coming to an end, Damon finds hope in an offer made by underhand British authorities to allocate him and his loved ones places on a 2,000 capacity space station orbiting Earth. His ticket to survival rests on whether he is willing to film the last days of hysteria on Earth leading up to the asteroids hitting.

Filming took place between 2011 and 2014 in and around London, initially using a skeleton crew and employing guerilla filming tactics on a major scale; with 2,500 extras used to create scenes of panic in Piccadilly Circus. The six-day festival is priced at €300 (£243) per delegate and interest in attending can be registered at www.starmus.com. At the moment, there is a 200 Euro fee for Canary residents with a second person for half price offer (100 Euros) if they book and pay by 30th June.

PUERTO WORK

Mayor’s pledge on water quality

ENERIFE Cabildo has promised there is more work to come to improve tourist spaces in Arona, including the centre of Playa de Las Americas and Los Cristianos. President, Carlos Alonso said six projects with a total value of more than 8.3 million euros would be carried out in the next two years. Work has just finished on a new-look for the plaza next to the City Center commercial centre on Avenida Rafael Puig next to Hotel La Siesta, which had a budget of 652,000 euros. Sr. Alonso said the scheme was of great importance as the area had needed up-

grading. The reformed plaza will be able to host cultural and entertainment events. The project was part of an agreement involving Arona council and the Canar y Government to dynamise tourist spaces and revitalise shopping areas. Sr. Alonso said the projects coming up included improving the annex to the football campus and the parking next to avenida Rafael Puig.

EURO AID

Free wifi at tram stops

RAM stops in the Santa Cruz area are to get free wifi spots, thanks to help from Europe.

HE Mayor of Puerto de la Cruz says they are doing all they can to speed up improvement of the local drinking water supply.

Following a lengthy period of restrictions for thousands of residents, now lifted, permanent work is being carried out to put in new filters in La Montaña facility. Marcos Brito said every effort had been made to advance this work so it could be completed earlier than expected. He said the system would provide significant improvements and would make Puerto one of the few places in the Canary Islands to feature this new treatment. The filters being fitted by Aqualia will provide drinking water of a better quality and correct previous deficiencies. It is hoped the new system will be up and running in the coming weeks.

Passengers can already use new technology to buy their tickets and plan their journeys and hotspots are expected to be the second phase of this ongoing project. An EU grant of around 95,000 euros has been won to help with the cost. Planning work has already started and trials are expected later this year.

BEACH TRAGEDY

Woman dies at Las Teresitas

TTEMPTS to save the life of a woman who was pulled from the sea off Las Teresitas beach in Santa Cruz proved unsuccessful.

Lifeguards called in the emergency services and an SUC medical team continued to perform cardiopulmonar y resuscitation at the scene. However, they were unable to revive the woman who was aged about 60.

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Abama resort officially becomes a Ritz

TIME DELAY

NEW BRANDING

Don’t delay your passport renewal!

N many parts of Tenerife, it’s known as “the pink palace” but the stunning Abama hotel at Guia de Isora has now taken on an official new name.

RITS living abroad are being urged to leave plenty of time for renewing their passports.

From now on, it will be known as The Ritz-Carlton, Abama so that it is instantly recognised as part of the globally-known brand. It has been managed by the Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company since 2007 but directors felt a change of name was timely given plans for major investments. The resort will undergo a renovation of guest rooms and suites and later this year, of the signature Ritz-Carlton Club services. The Ritz-Carlton Club offers guests an exclusive secluded haven within the resort and will be located on the tenth floor and will include a spacious lounge club with panoramic views over the golf course and Mount Teide. The resort will also see the introduction of the “Ritz Kids” programme which was developed by Jean-Michel Cousteau’s Ocean Future Society to provide inter-active learning experiences based on the four pillars of land, water, culture and the environment. The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 86 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean. More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe.

You currently need to allow at least six weeks for a passport renewal and eight weeks for a first time application, according to Her Majesty’s Passport Office. It’s also important to get your application right first time, to avoid the paperwork being returned and causing further delay. The Passport Office took over the processing of all applications from British nationals across the globe in March. As part of the transition, the British Embassy in Madrid ceased to handle applications last year. Overseas applications are now subject to further security checks, to align with the processes for domestic passport applications. These checks can take significantly longer than those made in the UK and a passport will not be issued until all checks have been satisfactorily completed. Processing times have

therefore increased for UK passport applications submitted from overseas. The Passport Office has acknowledged the frustration that customers may be experiencing and will continue to review its guidance on estimated processing times. It has recommended that customers do not book travel until they have received their passport. UK passport applications must be made online and the webpage to start an overseas application can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/overseaspassports/y . The six week minimum for the issue of a new passport starts when the application is received by the Passport Office. So if you need a new British passport soon, don’t leave it until the last minute. You can make your application up to nine months before the expiry of your current passport and the remaining validity time will be carried over to the new passport.

Warning New look after booths demolished over fishing T rules PLAYA MARTIANEZ

HE demolition of old booths in the zone of Playa Martiánez in Puerto de la Cruz has left the way clear for a new landscaping scheme.

OLICE have warned fishermen not to exceed regulations or to fall foul of fishing quotas.

The alert follows the arrest of a man in Buenavista del Norte who was said to have been in possession of 20 kilos of limpets. The Civil Guard and local police were called in after receiving reports of two men fishing in the area. On their arrival, only one of the men was still there and he was found to have the amount of limpets which exceeds the permitted level. The catch was confiscated and the man has been reported for alleged contravention of the fishing rules.

The Mayor, Marcos Brito said work was expected to conclude shortly and would create a very different look to what was there before. The two zones are being converted into gardens and a leisure space through the landscaper Alba Villacampa who is using native plant species, gravel, different trees and cacti. There will also be a petanque court. The scheme was drafted by Puerto’s Centre for Initiatives and Tourism in association with the landscaper and was chosen because of the great interest shown in the recovery of the whole area. Also, because of the involvement of Tenerife Cabildo’s Jobs Plan and the Recover Centre of Wild Fauna, the cost to the municipal coffers is zero.

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TENO ADVENTURE

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SILICON INSPIRATION

Gang in organised Free trip offered Mayor launches “La mobile phone thefts to El Rosario Laguna Valley” OLICE have made ten arrests in connection with an organised mobile phone shop-lifting gang.

Four of the suspects are women and all are Spanish, aged between 20 and 40 years of age. An investigation began in April following reports of a string of thefts from various mobile phone shops in the area of La Laguna. This was in addition to several robberies involving intimidation in Santa Cruz and in the south of Tenerife. Agents with the National Police searched two houses in the Añaza area of Santa Cruz and recovered numerous mobile phones, documents and effects. Further arrests have not been ruled out given the apparent scope of the gang across the island.

FUN AND LEARNING

Summer campus at Santa Ursula

ANTA Ursula is giving a helping hand to busy families this summer and something to do for children at the same time.

The local council says it realises the school holidays present a difficult period for working parents. As a result of growing demand, it has organised a Summer Campus featuring educational and recreational activities. The initiative will take place during the months of July and August in the C.E.I.P San Fernado and C.E.I.P Santa Úrsula respectively from 9am to 1.30pm with the possibility of extending the hours (7.30am start and 3.15pm

finish). The camp will be taken by professionals and will include workshops on languages, sport and leisure so that children benefit twice over ie learn something whilst having fun at the same time. In order to give a good service, places are limited and priority will be given to those who live in the municipality. Registrations are now open at the Área de Educación in the old Town Hall. To find out more, ring 922 30 16 40; ext 268 or 252.

L Rosario is demonstrating its commitment to the youth of the municipality by organising a totally free weekend away.

Young people aged between 14 and 25 are invited to apply for a place on the July 4th to July 6th excursion to the Teno Rural Park, staying in the Bolico hostel. There is no charge whatsoever as transport, full board accommodation and rural activities are all included, such as hiking, a visit to Garachico and kayaking alongside the cliffs of Los Gigantes. The trip is part of the ongoing campaign to encourage young people to take up a healthy life-style and to fill their leisure time with different activities, rather than harmful habits. All interested can 922 01 01 60 Ext. 1105-2015 or email drogodependencia@ayuntamientoelrosario.org. The appropriate form can also be downloaded from www.ayuntamientoelrosario.org.

GRANADILLA SUCCESS

Romeria turn-out proves the biggest yet

IRST there was “Silicon Valley”, now there is “La Laguna Valley”, a new initiative to encourage new technology enterprises.

The project was launched recently by the Mayor, Fernando Clavijo who believes the municipality has everything to offer creative and forwardthinking companies. The most visible sign of “La Laguna Valley” will be a new web platform which will act as a link between businesses and various national and international institutions. It is planned to offer a wide range of incentives and services, updated information, collaborations and encouragement for business opportunities. There will be training activities, seminars, workshops, meeting and networking.

Of the 100 companies on La Laguna’s digital and technological data base, ten percent indicated their support even before the official launch which was also attended by Argentina Oliva, manager of the local consulting firm Fulbrand, promoter of the scheme. Inspiration has come from Silicon Valley in America which is now a world leader in innovation and technology. “La Laguna Valley ” is a private-public partnership designed to give as much help as possible to existing businesses and potential new arrivals, all in the hope of boosting La Laguna’s economy and providing jobs.

FLUORINE PROJECT

Better water for La Laguna residents

RGANISERS of the 38th Granadilla romeria in aid of San Antonio de Padua were stunned by the response to this year’s event.

More than 15,000 people turned out to enjoy the fiesta in scorching sunshine and there were 30 floats and 20 participating musical groups. This proved to be the largest pilgrimage in the south of Tenerife and led to the donation of a substantial amount of produce for needy families, with distribution via the charity Caritas. The parade was so long that it took three hours to meander through the town’s streets; a sight full of colour and

resounding with music and laughter as onlookers were treated to Canary food and wine. The fun culminated with an open-air dance and orchestra and a two-day craft fair offering everything from pottery and basketry to cheeses, mojo sauces and bread. Councillor for fiestas, Óscar Delgado Melo has thanked everyone who took part and helped to make the romeria such a resounding success.

major plan by La Laguna to improve the quality of the drinking water has helped another 13,000 residents.

Following the second phase of the plan against fluorine, the public health department of the Canary Government has lifted the restriction for the areas of Los Baldíos, Geneto, La Hornera, Las Chumberas and Los Majuelos. This second stage involved the replacement of a kilometrelong section of pipe connecting the tanks of Montaña del Aire and Los Baldíos to expand its volume by 50 per cent.

Deputy Mayor and councillor for municipal services, Javier Abreu said water had been obtained from a well and mixed with water acquired from the private market to lower the levels of saline and fluorine. The third and final phase of the project is expected to be completed by the end of June and will benefit 3,000 residents around the area of the San Luis cemetery.

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FIESTA ENROLMENT

Tegueste residents urged to join old tradition NEW CIRCUITS

Open-air fitness in El Rosario

ESIDENTS of Tegueste are being urged to take part in an old tradition which will take to the streets on September 5th.

The local council wants them to start preparing now for “La Librea” which has can trace its origins back to the year of 1600. The event returns to the plaza de San Marcos as part of the festivities in honour of Nuestra Señora la Virgen de Los

Remedios, co-patron of the municipality. “La Librea” is described as one of the most important celebrations of Tegueste and all those who join in are asked to wear typical 19th century costume.

It will take the form of a fiesta of 1850 and will include little plays which reflect authentic details found in the municipal archives. “La Labrea” will echo the customs of country people and their religious roots, culminating in an impressive sound and light show to celebrate a famous battle between boats and the castle.

URBAN GROWING

This fiesta is so special that it was declared of official Cultural Interest (BIC) and fills the streets every three years with militia commanded by a captain, along with dance and ships, marching in a procession with the Virgin. Those interested in taking part can register now at the Department of Fiestas, Culture and Youth.

WO new open-air fitness circuits have been installed in El Rosario, thanks to a 9,500 euros grant from the Canary Government.

The local council hopes people will take advantage of the varied equipment which is particularly aimed at those over 60. It allows them to improve fitness, increase flexibility and tone up. The two separate circuits are in plaza del Adelantado in La Esperanza and La Higuera park in Tabaiba Alta. The different apparatus will not only help to improve fitness but prevent or treat different ailments or specific injuries. The grant was received from the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Water.

SUMMER CAMP

Los Realejos offers plots Fun and learning for local youngsters of land

LLOTMENTS are making a comeback in the UK and it seems the trend is the same in Tenerife.

Los Realejos council has opened applications for plots of urban land for residents to cultivate. They will be awarded on a lottery basis. The aim is not only to allow people to tend the land and grow produce for their own consumption but to improve the local landscape as well and maintain traditional customs. The Mayor, Manuel Domínguez said they had pledged to carry out this initiative and the first steps are now being taken with completing the paperwork and details of the ordinance. The first plots will be in the El Burgado area of the town and will be for a term of two years. There will be various rules to abide by, including the non-sale or marketing of the products.

AN Juan de la Rambla is to offer children a programme of summer activities that will help exercise the mind and body.

The “Campus Lúdico y Deportivo de Verano” is aimed at children from three to 13 years of age and will be held throughout July. This is the second edition and will mix sports with learning tasks, with the calendar split into two main groups. The physical group will comprise of various activities, including games, sports entertainment and new this year, karate and soccer. The other section will challenge the

mind with crafts and group games to promote reading, care of the environment and citizenship. Places are limited and enrolment ends on June 20th in any of the municipality’s playgroups. Councillor responsible for the scheme, Vanessa T. Luis said last year’s edition had been a great success and it would once again ensure children spent their free time learning whilst having fun. She

also stressed that every detail of arrangements had been taken care of to the highest quality.

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A busy summer ahead for K9 Tenerife

ICKETS are now on sale for the K9 Midsummer Dinner Dance which is being held on Friday 20th June at The Sound Of Musicals venue at Adeje (exit 78).

Priced at 25 euros to include a meal, wine, beer, water and soft drinks during the meal and top class entertainment provided by Soul Train and The Everly’s tribute duo. 7.30pm to 11.30pm. There will be a complimentary drink of champagne on arrival. Tickets are available from: the K9 kennels at San Miguel, k9mikey@gmail.com, Lin on 626344799, or from Studio 5 hair salon in Los Cristianos. Any individual or business who would like to donate a prize for the raffle, please get in touch with any of the above contacts to arrange collection. Some fantastic prizes have already been donated. Many thanks. We now have our 12 sponsors for the K9 2015 Calendar which has photographs of our kennel dogs enjoying themselves in various guises. It will be priced at 5 euros and be ready for sale at our October Car Boot Sale and also from the above contacts as well as the K9 shop in Alcala. We would like to recruit more volunteers for our shop and weekly market stall in Alcala. If you can spare one (any) morning from 10am to 2pm to work in the shop, or a Monday from 9am till 1.30pm on the market stall, we would love to hear from you. Please call at the shop in Alcala Plaza or more info from Mikey as above or Muriel on 646561035. The K9 Car Boot Sale is held on the LAST Sunday of each month and is now bigger and better than before. Starting at 9am until 12.30pm you need to be early to grab those bargains. It is held at Tipsy Terrace Car Park at Los Gigantes Bus Station. Nice atmosphere in a lovely location. Donations of goods for the shop or car boot sale are always welcome. Please take direct to the shop or small items can be left at the kennels. Please contact Muriel on 646561035 if you would like us to collect larger items. The K9 kennels are open EVERY day of the year from 9am till 2pm to clean, feed and exercise the dogs. If you have an hour to spare, come along and take some of our four legged guys for a walk. On one day last week, we had 9 dogs come into the kennels in an emergency situation, so we need more walkers to help these poor abandoned guys. They will love the walk and so will you. Sensible footwear is essential. If that sounds too energetic, you might prefer to sit and groom a dog or a cat. An appointment is not required, just turn up. If you need more details, either contact the kennels on 667 638 468 or 822 106 195 or Mikey as above or info@k9tenerife.com

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Congratulations to a team of young physicists from the BST

E are delighted to announce that four Sixth Form students from the BST came joint first in Tenerife in a competition organised by the Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias. Guillermo, Fernando, Marlene and Eduardo prepared a scientific project about the sun. They will join winners from the other Canary Islands on a two-day visit to the world-class astronomical facilities of the Instituto de Astrofisica de Canarias (I.A.C), a trip to the summit of Mount Teide (the highest peak in Spain) and a visit to the Museum of Science and Cosmos in La Laguna. The trip will begin at theI.A.Cmain headquarters in

La Laguna, where they will be given a guided tour, interact with scientists and see how engineers work to design and build new instrumentation in the labs. The students will then be taken to the Teide Observatory, where they will have the unique opportunity to visit some of the most important telescopes in the world. During the day they will see the solar telescopes at work and after sunset they will have the opportunity to make observations of planets,

nebulae and distant galaxies. At all times astrophysicists and specialists from the I.A.C. will accompany them and give them detailed information about the different uses and investigations that they pursue with each telescope. They will spend the night at “El Parador” hotel, a beautiful tourist resort on the mountain. The following day, the students will take the cable car and hike to visit the summit El Teide, then head down to La Laguna for lunch at the I.A.C and finally end the

day at the Museum of Science and Cosmos. It has been wonderful to see how students from different academic levels and interests were able to work together and accomplish some truly remarkable goals. We are very proud of our students for their dedication, interest and rigorous approach to real scientific work. We wish to congratulate them on an excellent effort. Their dedication shows how much students love Science at the British School of Tenerife.

Friends of Tenerife, Canary Day

HIS year the hospital Inmaculada in Puerto de la Cruz was unable to arrange a summer picnic for their patients due to staff shortages. Instead they decided to celebrate “ Dia de Canarias” in the hospital itself. Everyone enjoyed a wonderful afternoon of Canarian Folk Music, provided by a trio in full Canarian costume. The ladies sand along to the music together with the nuns, nurses and some relatives.

The musicians also visited the patients on the wards, who were unable to join in the

festivities on the patio. The ladies were then served a buffet, followed by more Canarian songs and music. Carmen, the occupational therapist and member of Friends of Tenerife made special certificates which were presented to the patients. The mother superior had very graciously invited the

president Helen Jamieson and her committee to attend the celebrations. Thanks to the support of members of Friends of Tenerife, and money raised. These ladies were able to enjoy this ver y special day. So worthwhile once again to see their smiles and obvious enjoyment.

Update from Accion del Sol

HERO CRONO!

CCION del Sol recently saw the arrival of a black German Shepherd in very poor condition.

After all the usual veterinary health care, “Crono” was lucky to be quickly adopted by a Spanish family living in Vilaflor. The family have a small wine plantation but they had been plagued by many thefts from their property so hence decided to find a big dog to protect their land and to keep the family safe. One night, “Crono” woke his owner and was asking to go outside. As a result, he caught three robbers in the process of burglar y and prevented the thieves from fleeing whilst the owner called the police. The police arrived and all three robbers were arrested. Crono is a hero in a very short space of time and the owners are so happy to have him in their family knowing that he will love and protect them all. What a lovely ending

to an initially sad affair of another dog abandoned on our streets of Tenerife. New home? This gorgeous Podenco was found in very poor condition wandering the streets; another victim of the callous way some people treat our loyal best friends. Please do come and visit the refuge if you are thinking of adopting a dog or maybe you would just like to make a dog or two very happy by taking them out for a walk in the beautiful area that surrounds the refuge. Summer holidays With the summer holidays not too far away, Accion del Sol are busy planning their summer holiday programme. The first course will run from July 28th to August 1st and

the second from August 4th to August 8th. The hours are from 8am to 4pm and they are open to children aged between six and ten. For more information and to reserve your child’s place, please call 922778630; the closing date for signing your child up is July 15th. The children will be involved in many educational and fun learning activities in a good safe environment. Please call 922778630 for

more information or if you would like to help out in any way. Towels and blankets are always needed for the dogs if you have any to spare. They would be very much appreciated by our four legged friends. The refuge is situated at Poligono De Industrial Estate, Granadilla, Exit 51 on the TF1, directly next to ITER, the Parque Eolica where the windmills are and it is open to the public Monday, Tuesday ,Thursday , Friday 14.0017.00pm and Saturdays 13.00-16.00 . The refuge is closed Wednesdays, Sundays and on public holidays

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All change for Tenerife Isla Sur Lions Club Dream Holidays

T was all change with the Tenerife Isla Sur Lions Dream Holiday’s destination this year.

Instead of the UK they headed for mainland Spain and the Costa del Sol staying at the Marconfort Hotel in Torremolinos for a week starting on Thursday 23rd May. Lion’s President Norman Goodall explained the reasoning behind the change. “When we did our holiday planning and budget review we had two main criteria in mind. Firstly we wanted to achieve the best holiday we could provide for the kids and secondly the best value for the money we raise in our charity shops and that

generously given by the public and businesses alike. Having compared the same holiday requirements for both the UK and mainland Spain we felt that Spain offered the best overall value in a number of areas, notable cheaper, shorter flights, same currency and language, familiar food and the continuing cover of the Spanish Health System”. With the decision made the participating groups from the Orobal and Downs Associations met at Tenerife’s north airport for the start of the holiday. It was clear that there was a great deal of excitement within the groups as for many this was their first experience of air travel and the anticipation of what was going to be a fun filled week. Arriving in Torremolinos they were quickly check-in and get acquainted with the hotel‘s facilities. Initially there was four planned trips organised with the help

Ingane Yami Golf tournament 2014

HIS year marks the fifth annual Ingane Yami Golf Tournament here in Tenerife and the second consecutive year we have hosted it at Costa Adeje Golf Course. Organised by the staff at Pearly Grey Ocean Club and assisted again by our resident golf contact Stephen Moore. Our aim is to provide a memorable day for the golfers and raise awareness and funds for Ingane Yami Children’s Village. We are extremely grateful to welcome back our principal sponsor Dorada who helped to make last year’s event a resounding success. Dorada’s parent company SAB Miller was founded in South Africa in 1895 so the Ingane Yami charity is close to their hearts and heritage.

THE CHARITY Ingane Yami is a non profit organisation whose purpose is to provide a stable family environment for orphaned children in KwaZulu Natal province, South Africa. Pearly Grey Ocean Club have been active partners with the charity since 2009. So far we have helped to raise over €65,000 and these funds have facilitated the building of two houses.

VILLAGE UPDATE A total of 620,000 euros has been raised so far. A 300m2 community hall was built last year and a multipurpose resource centre is currently under construction. A new onsite school was opened on 8th April 2014 and students are already attending classes. In other related news, Ingane Yami was invited to partner with local NGO Zoe-Life in the roll out of a UK volunteer programme initiated by Prime Minister David Cameron. The programme involves sending volunteers from the UK to selected local projects for a period of 10 weeks at a time, four times a year. The first volunteers are about to head back to UK after spending a productive and enlightening 10 weeks at the village.

ABOUT THE GOLF Entr y fee 70 euros per player (includes green fees, buggy & lunch) The format Shotgun start, Texas Scramble (Specific rules may be added or amended on the day) The details Date: Saturday 19th July 2014

Venue: Costa Adeje Golf Course, Adeje, Tenerife. Times: Tee off time 09.30am (you need to be at the course 3045 minutes before) The prize giving event The prize giving buffet dinner will take place at the golf course once the tournament has finished. Live entertainment will be provided to coincide with a prize raffle and auction. Media coverage Local radio station Smooth FM will be providing on the day coverage with regular live on-air broadcasts. For more information or to register to play in the tournament please contact golf@pearlygrey.com or telephone 922 743 903

and assistance of the local Spanish Lions clubs, but when the members of the clubs met the kids they spontaneously organised and funded two additional trips for them. Starting on the Friday there was a trip on Benalmadena Cable car taking them high over the Costa del Sol giving them a breath taking view of the area. Before descending again they watch an exhibition featuring birds of prey. There followed by a visit to Tivoli World Amusement Park where they had unlimited access to over thirty-seven attractions for their enjoyment. This proved to be very popular with the kids enjoying the many rides there, in particular the Log Flume with kids, their care staff and even Lion’s co-ordinators getting a thorough soaking. Sunday was a more sedate day with horse drawn carriage rides around the beautiful town of Mijas followed by a lunch and time to explore the town. Tuesday took them to the Crocodile Park where among others Lion’s Co-ordinator Margaret was persuaded to hold a crocodile albeit a baby one! There was another unscheduled outing that day with a surprise visit to Fuengirola’s BioParc organised by the local Lion’s club, a beautiful nature park conservation project for endangered species situated in the heart of town. With the holiday rapidly drawing to a close the day for the farewell “Fiesta” was made all the more special with another surprise visit, this time to the fantastic Nerja caves followed by a paella lunch served from gigantic paella pan right on the Nerja beach itself. The day was rounded off with members of the local Lions clubs joining the kids, care staff and Lions co-ordinators for the evening meal prior to the farewell party. At the start of the party, Tenerife Isla Sur Club President, Norman Goodall, who had joined the group at his own expense, took the opportunity to thank all those who had made the whole holiday possible adding a special thanks to the local Lions Clubs for their additional support and presenting plaques to commemorate the occasion. With the formalities over the party got under way. And what a party it was with everyone joining in the dancing along with the kids. There was a special “Gangnam Style” performance from some of the boys which brought a huge round of applause. As the party drew to an end so also did the holiday itself. It had been great to see these special kids enjoy themselves and the share some of the many happy and sometimes hilarious moments with them. It is not possible to thank individually all who helped, supported and funded the holiday that would read like the credits of an epic movie. However a big thanks to Admiral Travel, the cabin crews of Vueling flights VY3277 & 3276, the MarConfort Hotel staff, Rios coaches and the Lions Club’s in Malaga for their tremendous and enthusiastic assistance and the many others behind the scenes. Suffice it to say you are the Dream Makers Did the Change achieve all that it envisaged? The answer is a resounding YES and LOT MORE!

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Dia de Canarias at Wingate School

S Canarians and residents know, the 30th May is an important day in the Tenerife calendar, dating back to 1983 where the “Canarian nationality” was truly recognised.

To help the children understand the meaning of the day we dressed up in Canarian costumes for the day! The children sang a traditional Cararian song “La Farola del Mar” for their parents at the start of the day, and parents came in to make clay necklaces with Reception class during the afternoon. We felt sorry for the rest of the school, who had important exams and therefore couldn´t join in the fun, but we had a lovely day!!

Almost “el fin” for Finn! We were called a couple of weeks ago to report a very sick semi wild dog in Aldea Blanca. We have been aware of this pack for some time but efforts to catch them have been unsuccessful. This dog, we were told, was so ill, fitting in the heat of the sun and seemingly close to death. We asked vet Yaiza Perez Molindyk to take a look, thinking it would just be a case of putting the poor thing out of his misery but she took him home and started to treat him. She diagnosed bacterial meningitis so he most certainly would have been dead had we not intervened. After a week, he was good to go home but he is young, less than a year old, and has had no human contact in his short life. His eventual owner will need to socialise him and spend some time with him but we are sure he will

make a cracking pet. Could that special owner be you? He is fully vaccinated, sterilised and chipped and our usual adoption fee of 110 euros covers all of this. Call Elaine on 678 015653 to arrange a meeting. Adopt don’t buy – always the best option.

It’s the Top Square Again!!! Oh yes, those three monthly extravaganzas on Top Square, Golf del Sur sure do come around quickly and we are nearly there again. Join us on Friday 27th June from 8pm and we will do it all again. Suzy Q will be introducing you to Michaela J, Glam Camp, Colin Stevens and more to be confirmed in the next couple of weeks. Be early and enjoy our now legendary Top Square fund-raisers.

Gillian Banks Theatre School – They’re Back!!!

Yes, for the fourth consecutive year those uber-

talented teens from The Gillian Banks Theatre School are back in Tenerife raising funds for Live Arico and Helping Hands charities. Put these dates in your diary – Tuesday 5th August at Restaurant La Cueva and Thursday 7th August at the Harbour Club, Los Gigantes. Tickets for both events are 20 euros which will include dinner and anyone who has seen these shows in the past years will tell you that the show alone is worth more than 20 euros, they are simply outstanding. Tickets are strictly limited and available now from Suzy q on 629 388102. Don’t miss out, these are THE hot dates of the summer – get involved.

Live Arico Shops VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: If you’re interested in working in one of our Charity Shops, PLEASE get in touch with Siobhan on 630 857626. Also; If you have QUALITY unwanted clothes, cds, dvds, shoes, household items or childrens clothing, call Siobhan now on 630 857626. And do come and see us, we have shops in Los Cristianos, Calle Revron near Churchills Bar, and San Eugenio opposite Hotel La Nina by Amandas bar at las Carabelas complex. Both shops open from 10 – 4 Monday to Friday, and until 2pm Saturday. Kel even opens the Los Cristianos shop on Sundays.... Come and have a browse, bag a bargain and help the animals.

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Charred body found in house

GRUESOME DISCOVERY

N investigation was launched after the charred body of a woman was found in the debris of a house fire in Gran Canaria.

Firefighters made the gruesome discovery after being called out to the incident in Las Lagunetas in the municipality of San

Mateo. The identity of the dead woman was not immediately known and enquiries began to determine who she was and how the fire had started.

Two treated for smoke inhalation

WO men were taken to hospital suffering from smoke inhalation following a fire in an apart ment in La Gomera.

The alert was raised with the 1-1-2 service in the late afternoon and emergency crews went to the scene at San

Sebastián. The fire brigade, local police, Civil Guard and SUC medical team were all involved.

KITCHEN FIRE

Treatment was given to the two men, aged 27 and 39, whilst the fire in the kitchen was extinguished. Although both men were taken to hospital, their smoke inhalation was described as of a less serious nature.

Python found near beach

OLICE were called in after sunbathers on a beach in Gran Canaria spotted a snake.

It turned out to be a python measuring 1.5 metres and was captured by Cueva Laya beach in the municipality of Santa Lucía de Tirajana. The Guardia Civil were called in following an alert and eventually cornered the snake near rubbish bins. It was captured using a plastic bag and passed on to the relevant authorities.

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Canaries “must leave the crisis behind in 2014”

The problems of psoriasis in the Canaries

Escuder Martín with director of economic studies, Lola Pérez.

CONOMIC leaders say it is absolutely vital that the Canary Islands leave the recession this year because of the devastating effect it has had on businesses. New figures show that since the crisis began in 2007, the archipelago has lost more than 14,000 companies, adding nearly 250,000 people to the unemployed list. According to the Chamber of Commerce of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, the construction industry was most affected, with 8,000 closures, followed by services (4,519) and industry (1,356). Since 2008, the average Canary family has also seen their average income suffer with a loss of 1,591 euros per capita from 20,464 to 18,873 euros in 2013. Nevertheless, last year, the Canary economy showed a growth of 1.5 per cent which is above the average for the rest of the country. Vice-president of the Chamber, Escuder Martín said: “We are

coming out of the recession but still need to move beyond the crisis.” Business leaders are calling for new measures to help businesses survive, including lowering the tax burden and reducing “bureaucratic burdens” which discourage entrepreneurs and investment. They also want a change in the current employment policies, with a better response to the thousands of low-skilled unemployed Canary men and women and the difficult labour market. The Chamber is anticipating further growth in the economy this year, with tourism leading the way and therefore having a spin-off effect for catering, trade, transport, leisure and so on. Referring to people’s loss of income, Sr. Martín said consumption was linked to employment so an economic take-off was vital. He called for a concerted approach by everyone to turn the situation around, for better training, better conditions for debt financing, improved credit for households and businesses and lower interest rates. The figures show that all sized businesses have been hit by the crisis, from the self-employed to companies employing up to nine people and the bigger concerns as well. Many have shed jobs simply to survive.

BOUT 50,000 people in the Canary Islands suffer from the skin condition of psoriasis, a conference in Gran Canaria has been told.

Experts with the Spanish Association of Dermatology say these people suffer daily and have emotional and psychological problems as a result, as well as the constant worry of the cost associated with the condition. The congress in Maspalomas also concluded that there were still “many barriers” in the workplace for those with psoriasis, with a lot of rejection and misunder-

standing. A survey has also shown that 34 per cent of patients get the information they need from their specialist, followed by 26 per cent from the internet and 16 per cent from other patients. Issues also discussed included the use of new technology to look at the skin in close detail and the need for one-to-one treatment for patients as individuals.

CITRUS TRIALS

Swingles for Gran Canaria?

ESTS are being carried out on Gran Canaria to see if the island could grow more citrus fruit.

Agricultural experts say special conditions are needed to ensure good crops, including soil type, together with resistance to pests. They are looking at four types of citrus fruit not cultivated very much at the moment; these include the Volkameriana lemon and the Swingle citrumelo which is a hybrid fruit like a grapefruit. One of the aims would be to create plantations using smaller trees but of a greater density. The island is being helped in its quest by technicians from Senegal who will advise over the trials.

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National Park status for El “Judas” kiss for Hierro’s ocean? defrauded A pensioners BOGUS CALLERS

“ADVANCED DOCUMENT”

large area of the ocean around El Hierro could become the fifth National Park of the Canary Islands.

EAN thieves befriended elderly people in Gran Canaria with the deliberate intention of stealing their pensions.

Police have arrested two women on suspicion of theft from a number of pensioners in various municipalities of the island. It is suspected they stole around 3,350 euros. The Civil Guard said the women would hang around banks or post offices and keep watch for potential elderly victims who had collected their pensions. They would then follow them to their homes and later knock on the door on the pretence of being from an agency or organisation which helped older folk and asking for a signature for a document or some other guise. Once inside, they would steal money and on departure, would even give their victims a hug or a kiss to pretend friendship. The thefts happened in the municipalities of Santa Brígida, San Mateo and Arucas.

According to reports in a Spanish newspaper, plans are already in an advanced stage although the president of the island, Alpidio Armas says he has heard nothing. Because of this, the Cabildo did not want to express a view either way. The new National Park would cover between 60 and 80 per cent of the sea around the island, including the so-called “Sea of Calm” which turned green for a time after the submarine volcanic eruption in 2011. The newspaper, Diario de Avisos says drawing up of the proposal has been confirmed to them by the Ministry of Environment, Agricultural and Food and by councillor for sustainability, José Miguel Pérez. If approved, it would join the ranks of the four other National Parks in the archipelago, Las Cañadas del Teide, Timanfaya, Garajonay and the Caldera de Taburiente. The Cabildo says there could be advantages and disadvantages but points out that the majority of the island is already protected through its Biosphere designation.

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La Gomera’s special Royal tribute

Casimiro Curbelo Curbelo

HE special relationship that Juan Carlos I had with La Gomera has been highlighted by the island’s president.

Commenting on his decision to abdicate as King, Casimiro Curbelo Curbelo described him as “the best ambassador of Spain

the world” and expressed the greatest confidence in his successor, his son Felipe. Sr. Curbelo said La Gomera had enjoyed a special relationship with Juan Carlos I who last officially visited the island on November 23rd, 2006. He had lunched at the Parador Nacional with his wife, Sofia and attended a demonstration of the whistling language Silbo. They also looked at a monument dedicated to the King Alfonso XIII and various sites linked to the historic voyage of Colombus and his discovery of America. The Cabildo president said he had the honour of meeting Juan Carlos I on several occasions, one of them when he was the Mayor of San Sebastian. He had first visited in 1973 before his Coronation and had always shown a special sensitivity towards the Canary Islands in general and La Gomera in particular.

BIRTH DRAMA

Baby saved by SUC medical team

mother and her new-born baby were reported to be doing well after an emergency intervention at their home on Gran Canaria.

An emergency call to the 1-1-2 service led to the mobilisation

of two ambulances and an SUC medical team. The baby’s father had called in to say his wife was about to give birth to their fifth child and they were just about to leave their house in Las Palmas. Doctors advised them to return because of the imminent birth and to await the arrival of the ambulance. On their arrival, they helped the baby into the world but found the umbilical cord was wrapped around its neck and was cutting off the oxygen supply. A doctor started immediate resuscitation whilst alerting the maternity hospital to their imminent arrival. Later, both mother and child were said to be in good health.

BATHERS HELP

Man falls from rocks

NOTHER person has been saved after falling from rocks into the sea, this time on La Palma.

The mid-afternoon accident happened in the area of Charco Azul in the municipality of San Andrés y Sauces. The 1-1-2 emergency

control centre was told that a man had fallen three metres from a rocky area into the ocean and could not get out. Other beach users had rescued the 55-year-old and

dragged him to shallow water where members of the local fire brigade then took over. He was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital by ambulance. He was said to have suffered a knee injury of a less serious nature.

BARCELÓ CONTEST

Win a free Canary weekend

HAT is your idea of the perfect Canary Islands get-away? Tell the hotel group Barceló Hotels&Resorts Canarias and you could win an all-inclusive weekend for two people. The company wants to promote the islands and has launched a new competition on its website of http://

w w w. c l u b d e l o s e s c a p i s tas.com/ The summer promotional campaign #Yotambiensoyes-

capista and the deadline for online entries is June 30th, 2014. The four winners will be published on the website. Entrants are being asked to write about their ideal getaway with originality and creativity and a fun picture can be included as well.

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SNAKES SEIZED

LA PALMA ALERT

Live reptiles found Fire drama in airport suitcases avoids houses

OLICE do not believe a wild fire which threatened houses on La Palma was started deliberately.

HE Civil Guard has intercepted yet another batch of live reptiles being smuggled into the Canary Islands, this time in suitcases.

Only a few weeks ago, officers were stunned to find frogs and lizards in plastic containers disguised as parcel post. On this occasion, the discovery was made at the Las Palmas airport on Gran Canaria in two suitcases which had arrived with their carrier on a flight from Madrid. The owner was asked to open them and inside were snakes, frogs and lizards, together with insects presumably to be used as food. These included cockroaches, crickets, worms and grasshoppers. Among the five snakes were two pythons and one Boa

constrictor, each of them in a separate plastic bag. There were also two exotic green frogs with red eyes in plastic containers and two leopard geckos. Police also found snails in a separate container, 200 cockroaches, 3,500 crickets in two cartons, nearly 1,000 worms in a cardboard box and 100 grasshoppers. All but the crickets, worms and grasshoppers were confiscated under the importation of live and protected animals legislation by Seprona, the nature arm of the Civil Guard. The creatures were taken to an aquatic zoo on the island.

HELICOPTER RESCUE

Lucky escape for fisherman

fisherman had a lucky escape from less serious injury when he suffered an accident on rocks in Lanzarote.

The emergency services were called out to the incident in an area known as Hoyitos de Guillermo between Hervideros and el Golfo in the municipality of Yaiza. The location was difficult to

access by foot so the rescue helicopter was called in and the 44-year-old man was airlifted to safety. He was reported to have suffered cuts and bruises of a less serious nature.

However, the theory is that it might have been through an over-sight or a lack of understanding about the controls in place over stubble burning and so on. When the fire broke out in the upper area of Velhoco, the wind was fortunately blowing in the direction away from houses or the scenario could have been very different. It took fire-fighters about four hours to get the blaze under control and there had been

grave fears about the flames spreading because of the windy conditions. The Mayor of Velhoco later praised all the efforts of the team involved, including volunteers, environment staff and the police. The crew totalled about 83 people, plus two emergency helicopters. The fire affected about 2.4 acres of mostly abandoned farmland, scrub and palm and pine forests. There were no injuries.

FOUR ARRESTS

Hashish smuggled in by boat

OLICE have intercepted a drug-smuggling boat which arrived with hashish on the coast of Lanzarote.

Later, they also caught members of a gang in the act as they transported the drugs in vans. The Civil Guard of Teguise were alerted when a suspicious boat was seen heading towards the beach of Arrieta. Investigations then led to the arrest of four men, one of them Spanish the other foreign nationals. Two vans were found in the area of Mala and 23 packages of hashish recovered, amounting to 789kg. Two of the men arrested were in the van and the other two had been the occupants of the dinghy-type boat.

ISLAND APPEAL

Golfers just “love” Lanzarote

OURISM chiefs on Lanzarote say they are determined to show the island can compete with the best golf courses in the world.

Promotion stands were recently taken at the prestigious Nordea Masters Golf Tournament in Malmo, Sweden and also at the BMW Tournament which was held at Wentworth in Virginia Water, Surrey. The island is particularly keen to strengthen its presence in the Scandinavian market which is considered an important sector. There are more than 500 golf courses in Sweden and more than 500,000 golfers, making it one of the countries with the most

golfers per capita worldwide. At Wentworth, much emphasis was placed on the ease of reaching Lanzarote for a golfing break. The average daily expenditure of a golf tourist to Lanzarote during 2013 amounted to 168.26 euros which is way above the 125.59 euros of the ordinary tourist. Nearly half of all the golfers heading for the island chose to stay in five or four-star accommodation and of these, 90.9 per cent rated the destination as good or very

good. Some 84.7 per cent of them made a return visit and 32.7

per cent said they “loved” the island and had returned at least ten times.

SEA-LION CUB

Park first as Rony enters the world

EET Rony, the first sea lion cub to be born at Aqualand Maspalomas in Gran Canaria. The cute little pup weighed

in at five kilos on May 19th and has just been unveiled in all his fluffy glory. His proud parents are Nany and Rochy, with “daddy” coming from the Bremerhavem zoo in Germany. Since his birth, Rony has put on three kilos, thanks to milk

from Nany. It is very nutritious and contains 50 per cent fat. She will be feeding Rony for up to a year, if not longer. After that, the pup will go on to solids such as fish, octopus and squid. Eventually, on reaching adulthood at three to four

years, he will weigh between 200 and 300kg and could reach up to two metres in length. Little by little, Rony will lose his glossy dark sheen which will be replaced with a beige coat.

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Crash mocked Double boost for Vallehermoso up at Gran T Canaria airport TOURISM PROJECTS

WO major projects involving expenditure of 1.6 million have finally been agreed between the Canary Government and the Cabildo of La Gomera. The first will see major improvements to the maritime park at Vallehermoso and the second to the viewing point at Juan Rejón in Valle Gran Rey. The agreement is part of the overall plan to improve the tourist infrastructure on the island. The Vallehermoso maritime park is a leisure complex of some 4,500 square metres, consisting of two pools, a solarium and a building which houses a restaurant and stores. Over the years, however, the facilities have suffered significant deterioration because of the passage of time and the effects of the sea. A series of repairs and refurbishment will be carried out, including to the toilets,

paving, wooden surface of the solarium and pools. There will also be attention to the electrics, lighting and fire-fighting equipment, with a total cost of 600,000 euros. The mirador of Juan Rejón will have one million euros spent on it to completely rehabilitate the old school house and equip it for use as a spectacular viewing point. This will include wooden decking, a facelift for the facade, interior work, new electrics, plumbing and exterior landscaping. The newly-restored building will also take on an educational use and also act as a social/meeting point. Both projects have been in the pipeline for many years so this progress has been welcomed.

EDICAL response times were tested when an air crash was mocked up on Gran Canaria.

The simulation involved a ATR-72 commercial airline and a smaller Piper, with five “deaths” and seven injuries for doctors and the Red Cross to deal with. As well as teams from the SUC (Canar y Emergency Service) and Canary 1-1-2 emergency line, the mobile disaster unit was brought in, together with logistic vehicles and ambulances.

The SUC said continuous exercises like this all helped to establish ways of dealing with disasters with multiple victims and tested the response of staff. The Canary 1-1-2 centre was responsible for organising resources to get to the airport. A team member travelled with them to continue co-ordination on the ground.

Two arrested for La Gomera stars marijuana on lottery ticket Woman dies after farming ONCE IMAGE

PLANTS SEIZED

OLICE on Gran Canaria have dismantled what they describe as a “plantation of marijuana”.

Two people have been arrested for illegal cultivation of narcotics. They are aged 20 and 19. National police found 120 plants growing in and around a house in the town of Telde. There were pots of various sizes, big enough to allow their growth, as well as lamps to regulate light and temperature. The plants were in various stages of development. Also seized were seeds and books about how to cultivate cannabis.

F you buy an ONCE lottery ticket on Sunday, October 26th, you might well recognise the picture on the front.

The image is one of the loveliest natural spaces on La Gomera, known as “La Majona”. The National Organisation for the Blind chose it as part of a series to feature the open areas of Spain and the Canaries. La Gomera expects thou-sands of people to see the picture and hopefully it will encourage them to visit the island to enjoy the delights of La Majoa at first-hand. Just a month ago, a similar initiative took place to feature the natural spaces of the Balearic islands.

sea rescue

GRACIOSA TRAGEDY

N 83-year-old woman was declared dead after being pulled from the sea off the beach of Pedro Barba on La Graciosa.

The 1-1-2 control centre was told that a number of swimmers had pulled the woman out of the water. She had been seen floating face down and medics later confirmed she had suffered a heart attack. They attempted to revive the woman but to no avail.

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The man Canary history should remember Amaro José González de Mesa: a Realejero rector of the University of Salamanca in the 18th century by Javier Estévez

HROUGHOUT its history, the municipality of Los Realejos has been home to many personalities whose life and work, in many cases, has gone unnoticed by Canary history.

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Names like Juan de Gordejuela y Grimón, founder and patron of the Augustinian convents of Realejo and the parish church; Dámaso de Quesada y Chaves, historian and author of a valuable history of the Canary Islands; Félix Pérez Barrios, a lawyer and member of the Supreme Council of the Canaries; the captain José Pérez de Chaves y Barroso, who took part in the defence of Santa Cruz de Tenerife in 1797, amongst others. These people are people who are representative of the historical past of Los Realejos. The former chaplain and rector of the University of Salamanca, Amaro José González de Mesa, joins the long list of personalities whose life and work goes unnoticed, despite the value of his work as Rector in the 18th century. The history of the house of González de Mesa in Los Realejos goes back to the 16th century, starting with Pablo González who was a resident of Realejo de Abajo in the last third of the 16th century. He was married in the parish of Santiago on March 23rd, 1585 to María Lorenzo. There were two children of the marriage; Juan González de Pablo who was baptised in the church of Santiago Apóstol on October 31, 1605 and was married in the same church on June 17th, 1637 to Ana Martín, daughter of Gaspar Hernández and Isabel Martín. Lorenzo González de Pablo, who was the son of the above, was married in the church of Santiago Apóstol on January 18th, 1671 to Lucia de Ana de Mesa, daughter of Bartolomé Hernández Nuño and Ventura Ana de Mesa Ruiz del Hoyo. They had also married in the same church on June 8th, 1634. Lorenzo González de Pablo had two sons for his marriage; José González de Mesa, who was a Doctor of Theology and Canon of the Cathedral of the Canary Islands and Minister of the Holy Office, and Don Isidro José González de Mesa, Captain of the Provincial Regiment of Los Realejos, as well as Mayor of Realejo de

Arriba, patron of the Chapel of St. Joseph Parish in Santiago, steward of the Brotherhood of Santa Cruz of the same and holder of the estate established by his grandmother, Ventura Ana de Mesa. On July 29th, 1707, he married Francisca Rodríguez Felipe Texera Machado in Los Remedios de La Laguna; the daughter of Juan Rodríguez Felipe and Beatriz Texera Machado and sister of Amaro Rodríguez Felipe, the famous captain whose legendar y adventures are conserved in the memor y of the islands, together with his deep religious beliefs, making him one of the most representative people of the times in the Canaries. Amaro José González de Mesa continued the family name, having a brother Isidro José as well as Antonio José (who was born in Los Realejos on October 9th, 1719), becoming “Regidor Perpetuo de Tenerife por Real Título” in San Ildefonso on July 15th, 1764. He later renounced his office at the III Conde de Siete Fuentes and died, unmarried, in 1769. José Vicente was another of the off-spring, as well as Beatriz de la Encarnación González de Mesa, an abbess in the Dominican monastery of Santa Catalina de La Laguna. The unknown personality Don Amaro José González de Mesa is the central subject of our article, being rated by Viera y Clavijo as “a citizen of great talents and resources.” He was baptised in the parish of Santiago Apostól del Realejo Alto on February 6th, 1713 and gained his Canon’s degree at the University of Salamanca on September 5th, 1731; and became a Bachelor of Law at the same university on January 19th, 1735. He was licensed at the same faculty on the following June 22nd. He became Chaplain and Rector of the same centre during the course of 1733 and 1734 at a stage when there were 2,137 enrolments at the University of Salamanca. We know that Salamanca remained a province dedicated exclusively to the produc-

University of Salamanca tion of agriculture and farming which employed more than 70 per cent of the population through its various activities. The clergy also played an important role, occupying near 14 per cent of the population. We also know some facts about González de Mesa in Salamanca. On the occasion of the election of the Rector and Chaplain for Andalucía, when Joseph de Rivas of Tenerife was chosen for the year of 1731/ 32, rather than Amaro González, a number of students objected and appealed the decision and the election was cancelled. On his return to the Canary Islands, he became Síndico Personero General de Tenerife, lawyer to Reales councillors, Depositario de Pósito of La Laguna, administrator of the Hospital for the Sick and administrator of the Casa Cuna de Expósitos. He was also a member of the military defence of the islands formed in March, 1762. He was actively involved in the community life of Tenerife and played a major role in the agreement for and creation of the first port of the island in Santa Cruz, achieving with José Van de Walle de Cervellón the authorisation which allowed the archipelago to trade with the minor ports of Spanish America. Amaro José González de Mesa wrote rhetoric papers which were published in 1752 under the title of “Cartas sueltas de un amigo o justa repulsa de iniquas insinuaciones y su apoyo” (or Letters from a single friend or just letters of support or rejection). He went on to hold several offices and married on May 26th, 1745 to his first cousin, Ana Josefa Tomasa Margarita

Rodríguez Felipe y Scheynart. They went on to have two children, Beatriz Pía Juana Josefa González de Mesa who was born on June 11th, 1746 . She became Countess of Siete Fuentes through her marriage to the third owner of this title, Fernando del Hoyo-Solórzano y Abarca. Another of his children was Bartolomé Agustín González de Mesa, who was born on August 24th, 1751. He succeeded his father as head of the house. José Antonio González de Mesa was born was born in La Laguna on November 9th, 1784 and later became head of the house and ultimately administrator of the chapels of Realejo de Arriba and San Vicente Ferrer in Santo Domingo de La Laguna. He died on May 15th, 1855. Doña Ana María was another of the sisters but she lived for just two months; she was born on November 6th, 1790 but died on April 22nd of the same year. Doña María de los Dolores was born in La Laguna on November 6th, 1790 and lived for three years, dying on June 20th, 1794. Don José Hipólito González de Mesa was born in La Laguna on August 13th, 1754. He was a captain in the Grenadiers and a governor of Jicayán (México). Through Amaro Domingo González de Mesa, it was possible for the line of this family to continue. Ultimately, José Amaro Gonzalez de Mesa is an example of a personality that even today, remains unknown. It is one of the names which has disappeared without much trace but should have because of his impact of his life on a famous Realejo name.

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Highlights revealed from 2013 study

Expats had their say in a big way! In the world’s largest independent research programme

T’S taken four months for its team to analyse more than 60,000 pages of consolidated results and insights into the lives of almost 8,000 expats around the globe. Comprising more than 150 questions across 3 surveys, ‘Migration & Lifestyle’, ‘Retail & Finance’ and ‘Travel & Health’, The Expat Survey 2013 was launched on the 15th July last year and remained live for 6 months. Any nationality in any country was free to engage in the project; and providing they completed all three parts of the programme each expat was then entered into a prize draw to win £1,000 cash. Responses came from 128 countries, with most of the feedback being provided by ten nationalities – British, Americans, South Africans, Irish, Dutch, Australians, Canadians, Indians, Germans and New Zealanders. Project Director Emma Wood explains ‘we wanted to achieve several key things with our research programme. Firstly to learn about each expatriate’s migrator y journey and the reasons behind their decision to leave their countr y of origin. Secondly, to find out whether or not the grass is greener on the other side and thirdly to establish what is now relevant to them and the decisions they make in their day to day lives; from banks to brands, health to holidays, the technology they favour and the media they connect with. Beyond this we wanted to secure meaningful and ongoing engagement with

them, so that they can continue to share their views and opinions with us’. ‘We are delighted with the outcome of our inaugural study. Expats from all walks of life and locations have made an invaluable contribution and we are now able to understand what’s important to them and what isn’t, what they feel adds value to their lives or influences their decisions when making critical consumer choices. In a world where we are all constantly bombarded with information and advertising messages, relevancy is particularly significant to this group of individuals, due to the dynamics of their lifestyles’. Out of 56 contract, pay as you go and roaming SIM solutions put forward by those residing outside their country of origin, the top 3 coms providers based on vote volumes were Vodafone, Orange and T-Mobile. Wood adds ‘the project covered a diverse range of topics and gleaned in-depth insights. For example, whilst it’s significant to know which coms companies expats mostly subscribe to, it was particularly relevant to learn that in many cases those companies don’t have exclusively ownership of their customers’ consumption. When expats are on the move many often adapt their telecoms and broadband solutions on a trip by trip basis,

subject to the continent and territory they are going to; and with a good understanding of the infrastructure and options available to them. Many use several packages with different providers and numerous actually explained why’. Out of 167 travel website/apps nominated it wasn’t an airline or tour operator that dominated the top 10, but price comparison platforms with Skyscanner in first position, Expedia in second and Booking.com in third; but interestingly it wasn’t only price that ranked in their priorities when choosing to look up these providers. Independently minded expats didn’t hold back when sharing their opinions of online retailers. Many received significant praise, but in equal quantities there was criticism

for certain elements of the online shopping experiences they had received. When asked about their favourite brands the top 10 were Apple, Samsung, Chanel, Armani, Gucci, Nike, Sony, Zara, Ralph Lauren and Marks and Spencer. And whilst most of these are deemed to be luxury with considerable price tags, to those that voted they were regarded as good value for money. ‘We are pleased to report that Eastern and Latin American cultures connected with us too; and in the 2014 research study due to launch in the middle of next month, we shall be focussing on developing response levels from Chinese, Brazilian and other emerging groups’ said

Wood. ‘In tandem with the 2014 research programme we also intend to launch The Expat Survey Consumer Awards (TESCA) to further empower expatriate consumers, as they will be able to nominate and explain in up to 100 words why they favour certain media and companies that service them’. ‘If you reside outside your country of origin for more than 6 months in any 12 month period, on a temporary or permanent basis, we really want to hear from you. The Expat Survey is accessible via smart phone, iPad and most tech applications, so wherever you are in the world we hope that those that engaged with us last year will join us again this year; and that thousands more expats will join in too’. The Expat Survey 2013

prize draw was won by Mrs Audrey Harris, originally from Britain but now living in Fuerteventura, who invested her winnings in a new laptop and a trip to visit her family. The 2014 research programme will again offer a cash prize for partici-pation, as well as some other great treats to be announced in the coming weeks on their website at www.theexpatsur-vey.com The main reasons given in the survey for relocating were lifestyle change and dissatisfaction with the quality of life in their home country. The average amount of time that respondents had been outside their country of origin was nine years; 71 per cent have no plans to move on. Those that do predominantly relocate due to financial reasons or career progression, but don’t usually return to their country of origin, they are moving on again to a new territory.

Numerous expats provided more than one reason for their move but the key driver for making the decision to relocate is lifestyle change, with over half (58%) stating that this was the main reason. 41% were unhappy with the quality of life in their country of origin and that wasn’t just being considered in financial terms, other elements were important being weather, environment and health. Regardless of nationality, expats demonstrate considerable generosity when it comes to giving gifts to their loved ones and included in these are airline gift vouchers, although there was considerable criticism of some airlines for the un-user friendly terms and conditions attached to their schemes. On average 42% of expats visit their friends and family once per year and 43% of them play host to their loved ones once per year

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Caring for your sick cat

OOKING after a sick cat isn’t easy and neither is administering medicine. However, here are some tips to help you.

TABLETS

Sometimes you can give medication in food – but check with your vet in case it is essential to give it on an empty tummy. Choose a strong-tasting food-stuff that will either stick to a tablet (so that it does not fall out the mouth) or mix a crushed tablet into this food – pilchards, cheese or sausage are all ideal Offer the medicated food

Part II

Puppy training your new arrival

F you have a new puppy in the house, hopefully our training advice which we began in our last edition will have already helped. Here, we talk about other issues your new arrival will face.

Adults and children All ages and temperaments of adults and children must be encountered. If you live in a household without children, find some who would like to meet your puppy. This is not usually too difficult but make the effort to do so. Make sure they have happy encounters with staff at the veterinary surgery (who one day may need to handle your dog in an emergency) and delivery people who may otherwise be seen as a threat. Meeting adults and children should be the most important item on your socialisation programme. The more people your puppy meets and plays with, the more friendly and sociable your dog will become. Other dogs and puppies Your puppy should be carefully introduced to adult dogs as well as other puppies. Ensure these dogs are safe around puppies as a bad experience is worse than none at all. A puppy needs to learn respect for adult dogs, such as not putting teeth and paws all over them unless invited to do so. They will learn this by being “told off” by the adult dog if too exuberant. Allow this, but watch for signs of it going too far. Prevent your puppy from going back for more once the older dog has had enough. Protect your puppy from the exuberant play of a bigger dog, especially if your puppy is shy. Crouch down to provide a safe haven and do not allow an older dog or another puppy to frighten yours. Since your puppy is not protected from major diseases until after vaccinations have taken effect, special care should be taken to ensure that the dogs and puppies encountered are fully vaccinated and healthy. Cats, livestock and horses Puppies should meet a variety of other animals but should be kept under control to prevent them learning to enjoy chasing. Environments As well as meeting other animals, puppies need to encounter a variety of different environments and situations. This provides an opportunity to become familiar with a wide range of different scents, sights and sounds. If your dog is socialising well with humans, familiarisation with different environments should happen naturally. However, it is worth making an effort to check that your puppy is gradually becoming accustomed to car travel, traffic, the countryside and towns. Remember to “think puppy” imagine how it feels to be that small, vulnerable and inexperienced and try to make sure your puppy is enjoying the experience and not feeling overwhelmed. Shy puppies need more help Different puppies have different sensitivities and some are more difficult to socialise. Puppies from herding breeds, such as collies and German shepherd dogs, tend to be more prone to fearfulness and need more and earlier socialisation than other breeds. You may have an older puppy that missed out on a lot of early experiences. Either way, failure to provide adequate socialisation for young puppies will result in shyness, which should be overcome as soon as possible. Let shy puppies take their time as forcing the issue takes longer in the end. Provide not overawe. As you begin to see an improvement, gradually increase the degree of challenge until the puppy is able to take in all new encounters with comfort. Shy puppies need to be handled with care to ensure they gain adequate experience and make up for lost time, but do not become overwhelmed in the process. It is worth making a special effort to help them overcome fears while still young and adaptable enough to change. Allow a shy puppy the freedom and time to make friends at their own speed. Never pull a puppy towards a stranger, or pick your puppy up and hand them over to someone. If the stranger offers food or a game and avoids eye contact, the puppy soon becomes brave enough to venture closer. Article courtesy of the RSPCA.

when your pet is hungry, and keep the quantity small, so that it all gets eaten. Tasty soft treats are also available – ask your vet or pet shop. If this does not work, you will have to administer the medicine by hand. Always tell your vet if you are having trouble giving tablets. Many tablets now come in nice-tasting palatable forms. There is also an antibiotic injection lasting 14 days which, although costly, may be worth it in terms of stress reduction, although it may not be suitable for use in all cases. When medicating your pet, preparation is vital. Get ever ything ready without your cat seeing, so that your pet does not hide. Remove the top from drops or ointments, or remove a tablet from the container. Confine your pet to one room, so that you do not have to chase your cat round the house, and then pick the animal up. It is helpful either to wrap your cat in a towel or blanket or to have a second person to hold the forelegs.

HOW TO ADMINISTER TABLETS Position your left hand (if you are right-handed) on top of the cat’s head with your thumb on one side and your fingers on the other side of the cat’s cheeks. Tilt the head back so that the nose points at the ceiling. The mouth should then open. Hold the tablet between the thumb and index finger of your other hand. Use the other fingers of this hand to press on the front of the lower jaw between the canine teeth to open the mouth further. Pop the pill onto the tongue as far back as you can get it. Close the mouth and hold it closed until you have seen the cat swallow. Stroke the throat or rub the nose to try to stimulate swallowing. If in doubt, open the mouth and look. You can then either give a small quantity of water to wash the tablet down – ask your vet for a small syringe, and give it slowly so your pet doesn’t choke or offer a tasty morsel – which will also help take away the memory of the experience. It may help to coat the tablet with butter or margarine to make swallowing easier. You can also buy pill poppers or guns (long thin tubes with a plunger), which you insert into the mouth, pushing the plunger to administer the pill.

LIQUID MEDICINES Draw up the medicine into a dropper or syringe Tilt the head back as described above Insert the syringe or dropper into the side of the mouth behind the canines (the big fangs) Administer the liquid slowly, allowing your pet time to swallow. Be prepared for some of the medicine to dribble out or for your pet to struggle and “froth” at the mouth. A second person can help by holding paper towels below the jaw. Give something to take the taste away afterwards

EYE DROPS AND OINTMENTS Bathe any discharge from the eye. If you are righthanded, use the index finger and thumb of your left hand to hold the eyelids open. Animals have strong eyelid muscles so you will need to be firm. Hold the medication in your right hand, and bring it towards the eye from the side If you are administering drops, put one drop right into the eye, being careful not to touch the eye itself With an ointment, squeeze a little out of the nozzle to start with, position over the eye, and squeeze again to lay a trail of ointment over the actual surface of the eye. Be careful not to touch the eye with the nozzle. Do not let your pet rub the eye – but do give a treat!

EAR MEDICATION The earflap is only part of your cat’s ear. The hearing apparatus is inside the head, at the end of an L-shaped tube (the ear canal), which connects it to the outside. This tube starts at the base of the flap where it attaches to the head, runs vertically down the side of the head, and then turns sharply inwards. When cleaning the ears or applying medication: Hold the earflap with your left hand if you are righthanded and look for the ear opening. Hold the bottle in your right hand and squeeze in the correct number of drops. Keep hold of the earflap, feel for the tube running down the side of the head and use the finger and thumb of your right hand to gently massage the medication down the tube. Wipe away any excess but do not use cotton buds inside the ear. Release the earflap – your pet will shake their head! Give a reward.

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Cyril Creations

Stepping Stones

Hair & Beauty Salon

This English nursery at Las Chafiras run by mother and daughter team Julie and Leah is the perfect solution for busy parents this summer. From July 1st to August 29th, there’s a Summer Club which your child can attend from 8.30am to 6pm Monday to Friday or any part of it to suit your needs. It’s a safe, happy, totally secure, professional, friendly, fun but educative nursery for all nationalities and aimed at youngsters aged six months to six years. English is spoken so it’s also a great way for your little one to familiarise themselves with the language. The Summer School will encompass everything from facepainting, a teddy bears’ picnic and postcard making to a mini disco, face painting, biscuit decorating and a bouncy castle.

Summer has arrived and that means it’s time for a new look, a treat for your hair and some pampering for your body to prepare yourself for the beach. Cyril Creations in the heart of Playa de Las Americas can help twice over. The unisex hair salon is situated upstairs, offering professional French chic at prices we can all afford, whilst downstairs there is a lovely beauty salon offering all the treatments you will need to face the summer. Cyril Creations is a well-established name in Tenerife, having been here for more than 19 years. The staff are multi-lingual so speak English which is a great bonus. They are very helpful and keep up with all the latest trends. The salons are very accessible, by car, foot or bus as they are situated in Edificio Altemar on Calle Noelia Afonso, close to the Coral Beach Hotel/Sunprime Hotel. Make it your regular salon. C/ Noelia Afonso, nº8 Edificio Altemar (close to Coral Beach Hotel/Sunprime Hotel) Playa de las Américas Tel.: 922 793 768

Loro Parque

6 Calle Caracas, Las Chafiras Industrial Estate (next to British Aluminium, top of Amarilla Golf back road) Tel: 693 730 444 steppingstonesenglishnursery@hotmail.co.uk

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With two months off during the hottest time of the year attending a Summer Camp is a great way for the children to get outside, enjoy the fresh air, learn new skills and mix with other children outside their immediate circle giving them brighter memories of their school holidays. With a different timetable every day camp stays fresh. We use a balance of physical activities, games and creativity with lots of opportunities to explore and discover to build confidence, self esteem and learn lots of new skills in an environment that is welcoming, fun, convenient for parents and most importantly safe. We are open from 9.00 until 14.30. We have a child care service from 8.30 and a daily school lunch service

Give yourself a summer treat and spend a day, afternoon or evening at this fantastic spa. Once you step into the luscious warm pool, you will feel like you are in heaven! This is exactly the place you should head for if you want to relax, look after yourself, get rid of stress or simply to indulge yourself. There is a huge pool split into two and separate areas of the spa circuit, including a range of different jets, a waterfall, hirlpool and a bench surrounded by underwater jets. Each part is specifically designed to work on different parts of your body. Around the pool are two Jacuzzis and there is alsoa plunge pool. You will also find other treats like the floatarium, the Roman and Turkish baths, bucket shower, Scottish shower and aromatherapy shower where the water is filled with essential oils. This treat is for all ages, men and women, and there is a fully equipped gym, all beauty treatments, VIP lounge and more and you can enjoy a one-off or membership.

Stephany, Carolina and Mónica British School Tenerife, La Luz (La Orotava) Telephones: 922 33 69 29 m.socas@britishschooltenerife.com

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Calle Galicia, S/N, Torvisca Alto, Costa Adeje Tel.: 922 71 65 55 www.aquaclubtermal.com / direccion@aquaclubtermal.com

Loro Parque at Puerto de la Cruz has been flying the flag for Tenerife for the last 40 years and is probably the island’s most famous attraction. Everyone who visits is enchanted because it is beautiful, immaculately well-kept and has only the best interests of its “occupants” at heart. Every conceivable care is taken to provide the animals with the ultimate living conditions and the Loro Parque Foundation invests millions in research and saving endangered species across the globe. The park is fantastically landscaped and green and you meander along shaded pathways between the attractions, stopping off to watch the incredible shows with the dolphins, whales and birds. You will step inside the huge aquarium and seven themed exhibits, stand on the revolving platform as you marvel at the penguins and watch in awe at the multitude of animals which include flamingos, iguanas, otters, tigers, tortoises, sea lions, jaguars, chimps and alligators. There are restaurants and cafes, places to rest, Katandra Treetops to explore, a Thai village, an aviary, parrot museum, Kinderlandia for children, a cinema under an impressive glass dome and so much more. You can make your own way here or take an excursion (and don’t forget about the free little express train from Puerto!)

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GUIDE

Nick Knowles hosts the general knowledge quiz show. One thousand pounds is up for grabs in each game, but only by achieving absolute perfection will contestants win the prize. If they fail to achieve perfection the money rolls over to create an even bigger jackpot for the next game.

PERFECTION (QUIZ SHOW) (STEREO, REPEAT, WIDESCREEN, SUBTITLES, 2013)

World War II spy adventure based on the real-life exploits of double agent Eddie Chapman. Imprisoned in Jersey at the time of the German invasion, Chapman offers to spy for the Nazis in exchange for money and freedom. However, once trained and sent to England, he reports to British intelligence and feeds misinformation to the Germans. Director: Terence Young Starring: Christopher Plummer, Romy Schneider, Trevor Howard, Gert Fröbe, Claudine Auger, Yul Brynner

21ST JUNE 15:30

THE TRIPLE CROSS (FILM)

(STEREO, WIDESCREEN, SUBTITLES, 1967, PG, 3 STAR)

24TH JUNE 20:00

LOVE YOUR GARDEN (GARDENING)

Alan Titchmarsh and the team return for a fourth series as they transform unloved spaces into dream gardens for some very special people. In the first episode, Alan comes to the rescue of a family in Manchester whose garden has become a no-go area. Darren and Lesley Chan have four daughters but their youngest, 10 year old Amelie, was born with CHARGE syndrome. This debilitating condition has left her deaf, partially sighted and in need of constant care. Darren has given up work to look after her and Lesley has retrained as a midwife and become the family’s main bread winner. All of this has meant that their once loved garden has fallen into disuse and disrepair. Alan packs them all off for a few days and summons his team to begin the transformation. Landscape artist David Domoney shows how to make a tired old deck look as good as new, Frances Tophill explains how to get the best out of a garden and Katie Rushworth demonstrates how to create a stunning display of lilies.

Disaster movie. An experiment using liquid nitrogen to induce rain in the drought-ravaged Pacific Northwest goes horribly wrong and creates tornados that shoot deadly shards of ice. Director: Steven R. Monroe Starring: Mark Moses, Camille Sullivan, Kaj-Erik Eriksen, Alex Zahara, Luisa D’Oliveira, Ryan Kennedy

26TH JUNE 15:15

ICE TWISTERS (FILM) (SUBTITLES, MADE FOR TV, 2009, PG, 3 STAR)

27TH JUNE 13:40 A PLACE IN THE SUN: HOME OR AWAY (TRAVEL)

Tina and Colin are torn between investing £200,000 in a house in Yorkshire or taking the plunge and moving to Portugal. Tina is worried about moving far from her children and grandchildren, but Colin is convinced their future lies in the Alentejo area of Portugal and that the best way to convince Tina is to go house-hunting with Jasmine Harman. Director: Hannah Dyson

(REPEAT, SUBTITLES, 3 STAR)

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The Mr Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Little Princess Milkshake! Bop Box Peppa Pig Milkshake Monkey Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother: Power Trip Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film Rosamunde Pilcher’s Summer Solstice 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Police Interceptors The 16-Year-Old Baby My Violent Child Big Brother: Power Trip Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Under the Dome Super Casino

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Destinationa Brazil World Cup Verdict Football GOld Premiership Years Football´s Greatest Football GOld Premiership Years Soccer AM: The Best Bits Football Gold Football´s Greatest World Cup Report Football´s Greatest Int. Teams Sporting Heroes Time of Our Lives

Int. Rugby Union Super League Backchat Sporting Greats Int. Rugby Union Sup. Leag. Gold Sup. Leag. Backchat Int. Rugby Union Boots ńÁll Live Winning Post Boots ńÁll School of Hard Knocks Total Rugby

THURSDAY 19TH JUNE 2014

06:00 09:15 10:00 11:00 11:30 12:15 13:00 13:30 13:45 14:15 15:00 15:45 16:30 19:05 19:30 20:00 21:00 22:00 22:25 22:35 01:10 01:15

Breakfast Crimewatch Homes Under the Hammer Claimed and Shamed Countryside . 999 Bargain Hunt BBC News at One Regional News and Weather Doctors Perfection Escape to the Country Flog It! Match of the Day Live BBC News at Six Regional News and Weather Holby City Celebrity MasterChef BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather Match of the Day Live Holiday Weatherview BBC News

06:15 07:15 07:45 07:50 08:20 09:05 Continent 10:05 10:35 11:00 11:30 12:00 13:00 17:15 18:00 18:30 19:00 20:00 21:00

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Homes Under the Hammer Building Dream Homes Brazil’s Soccer Cities Match of the Day Don’t Get Done, Get Dom Escape to the Gardeners’ World HARDtalk BBC News BBC World News The Daily Politics Tennis Pointless Eggheads Building Dream Homes Antiques Road Trip Nature’s Weirdest Events Fostering and Me with Lorraine Pascale Mock the Week Newsnight This Week Behind Closed Doors: Elderly Care Exposed This is BBC Two Match of the Day

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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning ITV News This Morning Loose Women ITV News and Weather Peter Andre’s 60 Minute Makeover Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV News and Weather FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News and Weather The Cube Jackpot247 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA ITV Nightscreen

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How I Met Your Mother According to Jim 3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Royal Ascot Frasier Undercover Boss Canada Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Royal Ascot The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces Grand Designs Film Terminator 2: Judgement Day Royal Ascot 24 Hours in A and E One Born Every Minute My Last Summer

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The Mr Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Little Princess Peppa Pig Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother: Power Trip Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film Rosamunde Pilcher’s Summer Solstice 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Can’t Pay? We’ll Take it Away! The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door Trauma Doctors Big Brother: Power Trip Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Super Casino

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Destinationa Brazil World Cup Verdict Football Gold Premiership Years FOotball´s Greatest Football Gold Premiership Years Soccer AM: The Best Bits Football Gold Football´s Greatest World Cup Report Prem. Leg. Legends

In Cycle Total Rugby Triatlon In Cycle Watersports World Boots ´n´ All Super League Gold Terrain Unleashed Best of ICC WOrld Live T20 Blast Cricket Best of ICC World T20 Ringside School of Hard Knocks

FRIDAY 20TH JUNE 2014

TENERIFE NEWS 503 I TV GUIDE

06:00 09:15 10:00 11:00 11:30 12:15 13:00 13:30 13:45 14:15 15:00 15:30 16:00 19:05 19:30 20:00 20:30 22:00 22:25 22:35 23:20 23:55 01:50 01:55

Breakfast Crimewatch Homes Under the Hammer Claimed and Shamed Countryside 999 Bargain Hunt BBC News at One Regional News and Weather Doctors Perfection Escape to the Country Flog it! Trade Secrets Match of the Day Live BBC News at Six Regional News and Weather EastEnders Celebrity . MasterChef BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather The Graham Norton Show Uncle EastEnders Omnibus Weatherview BBC News

06:00 06:05 07:05 07:35 07:40 08:20 09:05 10:05 10:35 11:00 11:30 12:00 13:00 17:15 18:00 18:30 19:00 20:00 20:30 21:00 22:00 22:30 23:05 00:35 01:35

This is BBC Two Homes Under the Hammer Building Dream Homes Brazil’s Soccer Cities Match of the Day Don’t Get Done, Get Dom The Great British Sewing Bee First Time on the Front Line The Travel Show BBC News BBC World News The Daily Politics Tennis Pointless Eggheads Building Dream Homes Antiques Road Trip Sea City Gardeners’ World Seven Wonders of Brazil QI Newsnight Film Buster The Battle to Beat Polio Match of the Day

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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning ITV News This Morning Loose Women ITV News and Weather Peter Andre’s 60 Minute Makeover Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV News and Weather Emmerdale FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News and Weather FIFA World Cup Live 2014 Jackpot247 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA ITV Nightscreen

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How I Met Your Mother According to Jim 3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Royal Ascot Frasier Undercover Boss Canada Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Royal Ascot The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Celebrity Fifteen to One 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown Friday Night Dinner The Inbetweeners Film Airplane II: The Sequel Royal Ascot The Angelos Epithemiou Show I’m Spazticus Desperate Housewives

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Pip Ahoy! Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom The Mr Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Little Princess Peppa Pig Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother: Power Trip Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film McBride: Semper Fi 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Cricket on 5 The Girl Raised by Monkeys Big Brother Stand by Your Man The Interview Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Super Casino

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World Cup Verdict The Fantasy Football Club Premiership Years Football´s Greatest Football´s Greatest Managers Football Greatest Teams Football Gold Premiership Years Soccer AM: The Best Bits IRB Junion World Championship Rugby Union

Live IRB Junior World Championship Rugby Union Live Test Cricket Live T20 Blast Cricket Test Cricket IRB Junior World Championship Rugby Union School of Hard knocks

SATURDAY 21ST JUNE 2014

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Breakfast Saturday Kitchen Live Paul Hollywood’s Pies and Puds BBC News Weather Athletics Bargain Hunt F1: Grand Prix Qualifying Celebrity Mastermind

John Humphrys presents the celebrity version of Britain’s toughest quiz. Citizen Khan star Adil Ray, Dr Mark Porter, comedian Kevin Eldon and Jordan Stephens from Rizzle Kicks answer questions on Fawlty Towers, the Porsche 911, the Beatles and Ross Geller from Friends. 18:30 18:40 18:45 18:50 19:30 22:10 22:25 22:30 22:40 01:10 01:15

BBC News Regional News Weather A Question of Sport Match of the Day Live BBC News Weather The National Lottery Live Match of the Day Live Weatherview BBC News

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Film A Double Life MOTD Kickabout Brazil’s Soccer Cities FIFA World Cup 1986 Match of the Day Wimbledon Classics Tennis Film The Triple Cross Natural World Flog It! Lorraine Pascal: The Truth About Fostering The Battle for Stonehenge I Love 1996 Gimme Gimme Gimme The Mrs Merton Show Game on TOTP 2 Presents the 90’s Film Houseguest

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Match of the Day

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CITV ITV News Weekend The Hungry Sailors Murder She Wrote ITV News and Weather All Star Mr and Mrs A Touch of Frost Fool Britannia

Tipping Point FIFA World Cup Live 2014 Local News and Weather ITV News and Weather You’ve Been Framed! Our Queen ITV News and Weather The Beatles Jackpot 247

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Mobil 1 Royal Ascot Weekend Kitchen with Waitrose Frasier The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons The Tomorrow People

Ultra tries to probe Stephen’s brain, but when he looks to his fellow Tomorrow People for help he is rebuffed by an angry John, so Cara has to help him behind John’s back. Ultra deduces the identity of a new break-out who has been using his powers to commit crimes. Stephen tracks him down, but is shocked when an Ultra SWAT team is called in. At a loss for what his next move should be, Stephen calls on John, Cara and Russell for help, putting them at risk of getting caught. 13:40 18:05 18:35 19:00 20:00 21:00 23:50

Royal Ascot Jamie’s Money Saving Meals Channel 4 News The Restoration Man Grand Designs Film The Hunger Games Film Saturday Night Fever

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Chloe’s Closet Roobarb and Custard Too Bananas in Pyjamas Make Way for Noddy City of Friends Little Princess The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky Angelina Ballerina Rupert Bear Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom Jelly Jamm LazyTown Access Power Rangers Super Samurai The Dog Rescuers Big Brother Film Hitch Film The Deep End of the Ocean Columbo: A Case of Immunity Cricket on 5 5 News Weekend The ABBA Years Big Brother Autopsy Big Brother’s Bit on the Psych Super Casino

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Live International Rugby Union Rugby Union Int. Rugby Union Live International Rugby Union Int. Rugby Union Live Super League World Cup Report Football´s Greatest Int. Teams Sporting Heroes Time of Our Lives World Cup Report

Test Cricket Cricket Fever Cricket Extra Live Live Test Cricket Best of ICC World T20 Test Cricket Ashes Modern Classics Test Cricket Rugby Union

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SUNDAY 22ND JUNE 2014

Breakfast The Andrew Marr Show Sunday Morning Live Sunday Politics Bargain Hunt BBC News Countryfile Flog It! Escape to the Country Points of View

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Gardening magazine. Eric Crockart hosts a special, where Beechgrove Garden and Gardener’s Question Time get together to answer questions from local Scottish gardeners. Panel members feature Matthew Wilson, Chris Beardshaw, Carole Baxter and Jim McColl. 07:20 07:50 09:30

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Songs of Praise Match of the Day Live BBC News Regional News and Weather Countryfile Antiques Roadshow Casualty BBC News Regional News and Weather Match of the Day Live Weatherview BBC News

This is BBC Two Gardeners’ World Beechgrove Garden

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Match of the Day FIFA World Cup 1990 Saturday Kitchen Best Bites Wimbledon Athletics Rowing Ice Age Giants The Tropic of CanF1: Grand Prix A Cabbie Abroad Backchat Father’s Day Special Mock the Week QI XL Countryfile The Culture Show Holby City Match of the Day

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Fort Boyard Dino Dan: Trek’s Adventures Canimals Sooty Digimon Fusion Horrid Henry Deadtime Stories ITV News Weekend May the Best House Win Murder, She Wrote ITV News and Weather Love Your Garden Long Lost Family Nature’s Newborns Columbo Tipping Point Ejector Seat ITV News London ITV News and Weather Catchphrase FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News and Weather The New Statesman Rik Mayall Presents Piers Morgan’s Life Stories The Store

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Royal Ascot Caterham at Zolder Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research Blenheim Palace Triathlon Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Sunday Brunch George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons Film Marmaduke

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Deal or No Deal Channel 4 News Film Mr. Popper’s Penguins Born in the Wild Fargo Film The Social Network Film The Hills Have Eyes II

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The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky Angelina Ballerina Milkshake! Show Songs Rupert Bear Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom Jelly Jamm LazyTown Power Rangers Megaforce Access Can’t Pay? We’ll Take it Away! The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door Big Brother Film Legally Blondes Film While You Were Sleeping Film Monster-in-Law 5 News Weekend Cricket on 5 Bikini Body? The Truth About Diets Big Brother Film What to Expect When You’re Expecting Benefits Britain: Life on the Dole Super Casino

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The Mr. Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Bert and Ernie’s Great Adventures Mio Mao Little Princess Peppa Pig Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Access Film Desolation Canyon 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Cricket on 5 Angry Britain Benefits Britain: Life on the Dole Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Autopsy

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Destination Brazil World Cup Verdict The Fantasy Football Club Premiership Years Football´s Greatest Football Gold Premiership Years The Fantasy Football Club Soccer AM: The Best Bits The FAntasy Football Club Football´s Greatest World Cup Report

Best of ICC World T20 Test Cricket Cricket Writers on TV Live Test Cricket Cycling Test Cricket Cycling Test Cricket Cycling

MONDAY 23RD JUNE 2014

06:00 09:15 10:00 11:00 11:30 12:15 13:00 13:30 13:45 18:00 18:30 19:00 19:30 20:00 21:00 22:00 22:25 22:35 23:35 00:35 01:20 01:25

Breakfast Crimewatch Homes Under the Hammer Claimed and Shamed Countryside 999 Bargain Hunt BBC News at One Regional News and Weather Wimbledon 2014 BBC News at Six Regional News and Weather The One Show Britain’s Homeless Families EastEnders New Tricks BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather When Andy Won Wimbledon Match of the Day The Graham Norton Show Weatherview BBC News

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This is BBC Two Homes Under the Hammer Building Dream Homes Match of the Day Don’t Get Done, Get Dom Permission Impossible: Britain’s Planners Watchdog Test House Click The Daily Politics Wimbledon 2014 Today at Wimbledon Police Under Pressure The Culture Show Newsnight A Cabbie Abroad Watermen: A Dirty Business Match of the Day This is BBC Two Now’s the Hour

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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning ITV News This Morning Loose Women ITV News and Weather Peter Andre’s 60 Minute Makeover Dickinson’s Real Deal FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News London ITV News and Weather Coronation Street FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News and Weather You Cannot be Serious! Jackpot247 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA ITV Nightscreen May the Best House Win

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3rd Rock from the King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss Canada Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me A Place in the Sun: Home or Away Countdown Deal or No Deal Draw it! Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Dispatches Jamie’s Money Saving Meals 24 Hours in A and E CCTV: Caught on Camera Bouncers Undercover Boss USA Fargo Scandal Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA

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Destination Brazil World Cup Verdict The Fantasy Football Club Premiership Years Football´s Greatest Football GOld Prem. League Year Soccer AM: The Best Bits Football GOld Football´s Greatest World Cup Report Football´s Greatest Int. Teams Sporting Heroes

Best of ICC World T20 Test Cricket Live Test Cricket Super League Full Time Test Cricket School of HArd Knocks Test Cricket School of Hard Knocks

TUESDAY 24TH JUNE 2014

TENERIFE NEWS 503 I TV GUIDE

06:00 09:15 10:00 11:00 11:30 12:15 13:00 13:30 13:45 18:00 18:30 19:00 19:30 20:00 23:10 23:35 23:45

Breakfast Crimewatch Homes Under the Hammer Claimed and Shamed Countryside 999 Bargain Hunt BBC News at One Regional News and Weather Wimbledon 2014 BBC News at Six Regional News and Weather The One Show EastEnders Match of the Day Live BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather Film Hollywoodland

Stylish 50s-set drama about a private eye investigating one of the entertainment industry’s most enduring mysteries: the death of Superman star George Reeves. However, his enquiries lead him deep into Hollywood’s seedy underbelly, uncovering a love triangle involving a former showgirl and a powerful studio executive. 01:45 01:50

Weatherview BBC News

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This is BBC Two Homes Under the Hammer Match of the Day Don’t Get Done, Get Dom Britain’s Greatest Pilot: The Extraordinary Story of Captain Winkle Brown Watchdog Test House HARDtalk The Daily Politics Wimbledon 2014 Today at Wimbledon Shopgirls: The True Story of Life Behind the Counter Goodness Gracious Me: Reunion Special Newsnight Police Under Pressure The Super League Show Match of the Day This is BBC Two L8R Youngers 3 Fazer’s Urban Takeover

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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning ITV News This Morning Loose Women ITV News and Weather Peter Andre’s 60 Minute Makeover Dickinson’s Real Deal FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News London ITV News and Weather Love Your Garden Alison Steadman’s Shetland ITV News at Ten and Weather Film Rambo III Jackpot247 Loose Women ITV Nightscreen May the Best House Win

06:40 07:30 07:55 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 12:05 13:40 14:40 15:30 16:30 17:00 18:00 18:30 19:00 20:00 21:00 22:00 23:00 23:35 00:30 01:25 01:50 02:50

3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss Canada Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me A Place in the Sun: Home or Away Countdown Deal or No Deal Draw it! Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Location, Location, Location The Auction House Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA Europe’s Immigra tion Disaster Coppers Pokerstars.Com PCA KOTV Boxing Weekly Transworld Sport Mobil 1

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Milkshake! Bop Box Pip Ahoy! Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom The Mr. Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Little Princess Peppa Pig Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film Frozen Impact 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Cricket on 5 The Dog Rescuers CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Wentworth Super Casino

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Destination Brazil Football GOld Premiership Years Football´s Greatest Football GOld Premiership Years Soccer AM: The Best Bits Football GOld FOotball´s Greatest World Cup Report Football´s Greatest Int. Teams Sporting Heroes Time of Our Lives

Best of ICC WOrld Test Cricket Live Test Cricket Best of ICC World T20 Test Cricket School of Hard knocks Test Cricket

WEDNESDAY 25TH JUNE 2014

06:00 09:15 10:00 11:00 11:30 13:00 13:30 13:45 18:00 18:30 19:00 19:30

Breakfast Crimewatch Homes Under the Hammer Bargain Hunt Wimbledon 2014 BBC News at One Regional News and Weather Wimbledon 2014 BBC News at Six Regional News and Weather The One Show Watchdog

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This is BBC Two Homes Under the Hammer Animal Park Match of the Day Helicopter Heroes Natural World Watchdog Test House See Hear BBC News The Daily Politics Wimbledon 2014 Today at Wimbledon Coast Australia Episodes Newsnight Fostering and Me with Lorraine Pascale See Hear

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Match of the Day Live BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather A Question of Sport Weatherview BBC News

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Welcome to Rio Match of the Day This is BBC Two How to Build

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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning ITV News This Morning Loose Women ITV News and Weather Peter Andre’s 60 Minute Makeover Dickinson’s Real Deal FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News London ITV News and Weather Coronation Street All Star Mr and Mrs Benidorm ITV News at Ten and Weather On Assignment Film Raw Deal Jackpot247 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA ITV Nightscreen

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3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss Canada Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me A Place in the Sun: Home or Away Countdown Deal or No Deal Draw it! Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News This Old Thing: The Vintage Clothes Show One Born Every Minute My Last Summer CCTV: Caught on Camera Superstar DJs Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA

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The Mr Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Little Princess Peppa Pig Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film Dead Lines 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Emergency Bikers Brand New House for £5k The Hotel Inspector Returns Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Super Casino

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Destination Brazil World Cup Verdict The Fantasy Football Club Premiership Years Football´s Greatest Football´s Greatest Managers Football´s Greatest Teams Football Gold Premiership Years Soccer AM: The Best Bits Football Gold Football´s Greatest

Super League Backchat Super League Gold Test Cricket Super League Full Time Test Cricket Best of ICC World T20 Test Cricket Live T20 Blast Cricket School of Hard Knocks

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THURSDAY 26TH JUNE 2014

Crimewatch Homes Under the Hammer Claimed and Shamed

Documentary series that casts a covert eye over the ever-growing problem of insurance fraud, revealing outlandish claimers caught out on camera. In this episode, a crafty claimer gets caught out at a theme park, a blazing Barnsley corner shop is not all it seems, and specialist police fraud unit IFED tracks down chihuahuas who may be back from the dead. 11:30 12:15 13:00 13:30 13:45 16:30 19:10 19:35 20:00 21:00 22:00 22:25 22:35 23:35 00:20 00:25

Countryside 999 Bargain Hunt BBC News at One BBC London News Wimbledon 2014 Match of the Day Live BBC News at Six BBC London News Holby City Celebrity MasterChef BBC News at Ten BBC London News Question Time This Week Holiday Weatherview BBC News

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This is BBC Two Homes Under the Hammer Animal Park Match of the Day Helicopter Heroes

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Escape to the Continent Gardeners’ World HARDtalk The Daily Politics Wimbledon 2014 Today at Wimbledon Hot Property: Business Boomers Mock the Week Newsnight Match of the Day Britain’s Homeless Families Match of the Day

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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning ITV News This Morning Loose Women ITV News and Weather Peter Andre’s 60 Minute Makeover Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV News and Weather Emmerdale Tonight Emmerdale FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News and Weather The Cube Jackpot247 Tonight ITV Nightscreen

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3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss Canada Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me A Place in the Sun: Home or Away Countdown Deal or No Deal Draw it! Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces Beauty Queen or Bust Meet the Mormons Britain’s Benefit Tenants The Virgin Killer One Born Every Minute

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Peppa Pig Milkshake! Bop Box Pip Ahoy! Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom The Mr. Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Little Princess Peppa Pig Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film Ice Twisters 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Police Interceptors Can’t Pay? We’ll Take it Away! Trauma Doctors Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Super Casino

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Milkshake! Bop Box Pip Ahoy! Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom The Mr Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Little Princess Peppa Pig Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film Her Fatal Flaw 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight World’s Busiest Airport The Hunt for Hitler’s Missing Millions Big Brother Live Stand by Your Man Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Super Casino

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Destination Brazil World Cup Verdict The Fantasy Footb. Premiership Years Football´s Greatest Football Gold Premiership Years Soccer AM: The Best Bits Football´s Greatest Premier League Legends Super League Superstars Live Super League Time of Our Lives

T20 Blast Cricket Boots ´n´All Ashes Modern Classics T20 Blast Cricket WWE Vintage Live T20 Blast Cricket School of Hard Knocks Ringside T20 Blast Cricket

FRIDAY 27TH JUNE 2014

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Breakfast Crimewatch Homes Under the Hammer Claimed and Shamed Countryside 999 Bargain Hunt BBC News at One BBC London News Wimbledon 2014 BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show EastEnders Celebrity MasterChef BBC News at Ten BBC London News The Graham Norton Show

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Live coverage from the Glastonbury Festival continues into the small hours with hosts Jo Whiley, Mark Radcliffe and Lauren Laverne as Arcade Fire make their debut as headliners on the world-famous Pyramid Stage. Plus highlights from across the first day of the festival, bespoke acoustic performances and unique insights into the late-night world of the festival. 22:30 23:05

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Uncle EastEnders Omnibus Weatherview BBC News

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Newsnight Glastonbury 2014 Question Time This is BBC Two

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3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss Canada Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me A Place in the Sun: Home or Away Countdown Deal or No Deal Draw it! Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Celebrity Fifteen to One 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown Friday Night Dinner The Inbetweeners Film The Waterboy The Angelos Epithemiou Show I’m Spazticus

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Prem. Leag. Legends Destinationa Brazil World Cup Verdict The Fantasy Football Club Premiership Years Football´s Greatest Prem.Leag. Legends Premiership Years SOccer AM: The Best Bits Premier League Legends Football´s Greates World Cup Report

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Breakfast Saturday Kitchen Live Paul Hollywood’s Pies and Puds BBC News Weather Bargain Hunt Wimbledon Match of the Day Live BBC News Regional News Weather A Question of Sport

Jason Manford hosts the sportsthemed family entertainment gameshow. Team captains Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell are joined by celebrity guests Shappi Khorsandi, Ola Jordan, Louie Spence and Chris Ramsey. Matt and Phil take on the fastest zipwire in Europe, and the teams in the studio are in for a shocking surprise in a hilarious tennis game. 20:10 21:00 21:50 22:20 22:35 22:40 02:05 02:10

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FIFA World Cup TBA Wimbledon 2014 Today at Wimbledon Mock the Week

Comedy show combining the best elements of panel show, standup and improvised games with two teams of comedians taking a satirical swipe at the news and world events. 21:30 01:30

TBA Match of the Day

The National Lottery Casualty TBA BBC News Weather TBA Weatherview BBC News

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Dino Dan: Trek’s Adventures Canimals Sooty Digimon Fusion Horrid Henry Adventure Time ITV News Weekend The Hungry Sailors Murder, She Wrote ITV News and Weather Storage Hoarders All Star Mr and Mrs Dinner Date Fool Britannia Tipping Point The Chase All Star Family Fortunes Catchphrase Regional News and Weather ITV News and Weather You’ve Been Framed! The Cube FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News and Weather Film Gone Jackpot247 Show USA

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The Hoobs Transworld Sport World Superbikes Morning Line Weekend Kitchen with Waitrose Frasier The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons The Tomorrow People

Astrid tries to revive Stephen’s social life by taking him to a party, where he discovers that his classmate Emily is in a vulnerable state. Desperate to help her, he turns to Cara, but she’s adamant that the Tomorrow People don’t help humans. Meanwhile, John asks Stephen to hack into Ultra’s main computer to help find new break-outs. 13:40 16:10 18:10 18:40 02:55

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Milkshake! TBA Big Brother

Series which follows the lives of a group of people who have volunteered to spend several weeks in the Big Brother house, being filmed 24 hours a day, in the hope of winning a large cash prize. 12:30 19:00 19:05 21:00 22:00 23:00

TBA 5 News TBA Big Brother TBA Big Brother’s Bit on the Side

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Cricket Fever Ricky Ponting Masterclass Best of ICC World T20 Cricket Fever Ricky Ponting Masterclass Live T20 Blast Cricket Live Test Cricket T20 Blast Cricket

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Breakfast The Andrew Marr Show Sunday Morning Live Sunday Politics Bargain Hunt BBC News Weather for the Week Ahead Countryfile TBA Points of View Songs of Praise Match of the Day Live BBC News Regional News Weather Countryfile Antiques Roadshow TBA BBC News Regional News Weather TBA Film TBA Weatherview BBC News

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TBA Gardeners’ World Match of the Day FIFA World Cup Saturday Kitchen Best Bites Glastonbury 2014 Athletics The Olympic Journey: Inspire TBA The Tropic of Cancer

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TBA Match of the Day This is BBC Two

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Fort Boyard Dino Dan: Trek’s Adventures Canimals Sooty Digimon Fusion Horrid Henry Deadtime Stories ITV News Weekend May the Best House Win Murder, She Wrote ITV News and Weather Love Your Garden Tipping Point Nature’s Newborns Columbo Midsomer Murders You’ve Been Framed! Regional News and Weather ITV News and Weather Celebrity Catchphrase FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News and Weather Film Midnight Run The Store

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Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Sunday Brunch George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces

The series that shows how even the smallest of spaces can undergo big transformations continues. George Clarke meets a young couple who can’t afford to get on the property ladder and are risking their savings creating a family home out of an old Airstream caravan. And he meets another couple who think they’ve come up with the answer to all-yearround camping. George and Will’s road trip across Texas continues with visits to an abandoned UFOstyle futuristic home and a suburban home given a complete makeover with 50,000 beer cans. And George’s ambitious plans for a multi-purpose garden building for him and his kids get a reality check. 13:30 14:25 14:50 16:40 17:40 19:35 20:00 21:00

The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons TBA Deal or No Deal TBA Channel 4 News Born in the Wild TBA

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Power Rangers Megaforce TBA Big Brother TBA 5 News Bikini Body? The Truth About Diets Big Brother TBA Benefits Britain: Life on the Dole

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Destination Brazil Soccer AM: The Best Bits Premeirship Years Football´s Greatest TBA Soccer AM: The Best Bits Football Gold Football´s Greatest World Cup Report Football´s Greatest Int. Teams Sporting Heroes Time of Our Lives

Super League Gold Cricket Writer on TV Best of ICC WOrld T20 Cricket Writers on TV Live T20 Blast Cricket Live Test Cricket Best of ICC WOrld T20 T20 Blast Cricket

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Breakfast Crimewatch Homes Under the Hammer Claimed and Shamed TBA Bargain Hunt

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The Daily Politics Wimbledon 2014 Today at Wimbledon TBA The Culture Show Newsnight TBA Match of the Day

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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning ITV News This Morning Loose Women ITV News and Weather Peter Andre’s 60 Minute Makeover Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase Regional News and Weather ITV News and Weather Coronation Street You’ve Been Framed! FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News and Weather You Cannot be Serious! Jackpot247 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA ITV Nightscreen

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3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss Canada Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me A Place in the Sun

Steve Cross has had a lifelong dream of living abroad and has finally met the love of his life, Sue, to share it with. With help from Sara Damergi, they’re determined to relocate to Aude in the south of France. 14:40 15:30 16:30 17:00 18:00 18:30 19:00 20:00 20:30 21:00 22:30 23:30 00:30 01:20

Countdown Deal or No Deal Draw it! Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Dispatches Jamie’s Money Saving Meals TBA Bouncers Beauty Queen or Bust Scandal Undercover Boss USA

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Milkshake! The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film Hush

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Time of Our Lives Good Morning Sports Fans World Cup Report Good Morning Sports Fans World Cup Report Good Morning Sports Fans Premier League Legends Football’s Greatest Teams World Cup Verdict Fantasy Football Club Premier League Years Football’s Greatest Players Fantasy Football Club Premier League Legends Football Gold Premier League Years Soccer Am: The Best Bits Football Gold Premier League Legends Live Elite League Speedway Sporting Heroes Time of Our Lives Football’s Greatest Players Premier League Legends Football Gold Premier League Years Time of Our Lives

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La Casa de Los Balcones

Piramides de Güímar One of the most fascinating places you can visit is the “Ethnographic Park Pirámides de Güímar”, a step pyramid site that has been studied by archaeologists from around the world. This year the Park pays special homage to its founder, the great Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl, since 2014 marks the 100 year anniversary of his birth. This beautifully kept centre includes three outdoor routes distributed around the more than 20.000m2 of lovely garden areas, dedicated to the history, culture and flora of the Canaries, permanent exhibitions about Heyerdahl, Easter Island and Navigation, an Auditorium and a Museum, leisure area, cafeteria and a remarkable ‘Poison Garden’ with more than 70 dangerous and even lethal plant species from around the world, in which one can discover the exciting history of venoms and notorious poisoners of all time.

Located in the historic town of La Orotava, on the north coast of Tenerife, the Casa de los Balcones is an architectural treasure from the seventeenth century. Both its façade and interior are of extraordinary beauty, blending harmoniously with its urban surroundings. It is one of the most important handicraft centres for embroidery in the Canarian Archipelago, besides being a learning centre, promoting and popularising this native handicraft. As one of the most popular tourist destinations in Tenerife, thousands of visitors enjoy the installations and products on sale each year. The House of Balconies has received numerous prizes and awards for its educational work and popularisation of handicraft. The typical Canarian patio is highlighted by a large row of balconies on the top two floors enhanced by its exuberant tropical vegetation. Visitors are welcomed into the cool shady areas where the rich aromas and intense perfumes create a calm ambience with the blue Canarian sky visible through the leaves of the towering palm trees

C/ San Francisco, 3 La Orotava Tel.: 922 33 06 29 www.casa-balcones.com

Calle Chacona, s/n, Güímar Tel.:922 514 510 www.piramidesdeguimar.es

Ferreteria El Palmar

Estrellas Theatre Group

Buenavista Golf

Summer is here and your thoughts should be turning to DIY around your house and garden, with some relaxation thrown in as well. The new ferreteria/hardware store at Palm Mar can help. It is run by brother and sister team, Carlos and Faby and sells a wide range of goods, including electrical items, and everything from buckets, knives, tools, plumbing items, electrical fittings and batteries to super-glue, locks, torches and much more. Some paint is in stock but a specific colour can be mixed up for you within 24 hours and if you don’t want to buy tools, you can hire them by the day. Carlos speaks English so you can always ring to discuss what you need and there is free delivery in Palm Mar. He can also undertake decorating, plumbing, repairs etc. The store is on the right on your way to the beach so you can also stop by to pick up beach chairs, an inflatable or an umbrella or buy yourself a new barbecue

Looking for something fun to do, want to improve your English? Why not come and join Estrellas Theatre School. For children aged 3 to 18 years.Learn acting, dancing and singing skills in a fun and exciting environment. We also offer extra classes in tap, ballet, hip-hop and a special Dance and Movement class for 3 to 5 year olds as an introduction into the world of performing arts. Our children also get the opportunity to attend auditions for films, advertising, performing arts schools etc. NEW for September, adult theatre group! We are taking reservations for new students for our new term starting September. Wednesdays in the BST, La Luz, Saturdays in the Wingate in Cabo Blanco and Mondays in Colegio La Salle, Santa Cruz. For more information check out our website.

Buenavista Golf course, which was designed by Seve Ballesteros and opened in 2003, is located in the extreme northwest of the island of Tenerife, in the region of Daute Isla Baja. It is surrounded by the protected area of Cordillera de Teno and the Atlantic Ocean. The 18 hole, a 72-par-course, has a length of 6.019 meters. The course has 6 holes of par 3, par 4 and par 5. On the outward nine, the most demanding holes are the par 4 while on the inward route, the par 3 and above all at the 15th and 17th, as they are next to the cliff. The greens of 5 holes are close to the rocky coastline, and one seems to hit the ball right into the Ocean. Buenavista Golf has been designed with great respect to the nature and in our commitment with it, the course has obtained the quality certificate and environmental management of all resources, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 acknowledged by TÜV. From Buenavista Golf we invite you to enjoy playing golf in the best golf course of the island, and if you never have played , we give you the opportunity to engage through Baptisms of Golf and children’s courses.

Opening times (continuous) - Monday to Friday 8am-8pm Sat 9am-5pm Sunday 10am-2pm Tel.: 822 14 11 44/638 44 64 43 carlosjosepalmar@outlook.es www.ferreteriaelpalmar.com

www.estrellastheatreschool.com Facebook Tel.: 647 844 794

C/ Vista La Monja s/n. Buenavista del Norte Tel.: 0034 922129034 Fax: 0034 922128044 reservas@buenavistagolf.es www.buenavistagolf.es

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Tipsy Terrace

Siam Park

If you want to do something really, really different this summer, why not sign up for a Cheer and Dance Camp to be held in the south of Tenerife? The weeks will take place during July and are being organised by Let’s Dance, the hugely popular Callao Salvaje dance school run by Amanda Lambert and her professional team. You will probably have read about the success of their Tenerife Tigers cheer-leading squads and now you can get hooked as well. The Cheer and Dance Camp (you can choose your dates in July) is aimed at all levels, from beginners upwards, and the age range of six to 14 years, GIRLS or BOYS, please note! Please do phone Amanda as she will give you all the details, times and the venue. This is a brilliant opportunity to have fun and make friends this summer and all nationalities are welcome.

Did you know that the lovely Tipsy Terrace restaurant/bar/ bistro at Los Gigantes also has a fantastic swimming pool, mini golf and tennis courts to enjoy? The facilities are set in very attractive, secluded, safe and quiet grounds with real grass, trees, shrubs and flowers and there is a car-park customers can use on calle el Hibisco to make your visit even easier. The bus stop is also right outside. Head here with all the family and you will have a wonderful summer treat; not for nothing is Tipsy Terrace described as Los Gigantes’ “hidden secret”. Prices are also very affordable. Adult pool fee : 4 euros, Child pool fee : 2 euros, Mini golf adult : 4 euros, Mini golf child : 3 euros, Tennis per hour : 10 euro and Racket hire : 1euro

CC Perla Blanca, Calle Lave Callao Salvaje Tel.: 922 743 639 lambert.amanda9@gmail.com www.vamosabailarletsdance.com

Tel.: 922 86 84 32 sarah@tipsyterrace.net www.tipsyterrace.net Calle Hibiscus 4, Los Gigantes

Santa Cruz is buzzing and if you want to taste the cosmopolitan atmosphere against a backdrop steeped in history, head for the fabulous Hotel Taburiente. Situated in the centre of the city, in front of the García Sanabria park and next to La Rambla, it’s urban, stylish, beautiful, has fabulous rooms and decor, including suites, exquisite cuisine with several restaurants, a swimming pool, gym, jacuzzi and the service to match its excellent reputation. Its philosophy is to offer the best atmosphere and value for money in the capital. At Hotel Taburiente, you can also pop in to eat or have a drink; try the fantastic Restaurante GOM, a reference point in Santa Cruz for innovation in service and in the kitchen. There is a friendly and light-hearted approach to customers, with good prices and a stunning interior, combined with exceptional flavours, textures and aromas of the Spanish avant-garde cuisine.

C/ Dr Jose Naveiras, 24A Santa Cruz de Tenerife Tel.: 922 27 60 00 reservas@hoteltaburiente.com

Let’s Dance Cheer & dance camp

Swim & sport

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Siam Park, the water kingdom opened its doors in 2008 as the most spectacular theme park with water attractions in Europe. Siam Park adds a whole new dimension to the leisure offering in the Canary Islands and is located in Adeje, south of Tenerife. Siam Park will amaze everyone with its diverse attractions and exotic settings. The park covers 185,000m2 of natural landscapes and exquisite oriental design make it a major new development in tourism, where all the family will experience adventure, excitement and plenty of adrenalin. Every attraction offers a unique experience and combines with the mystery of the ancient kingdom of Thailand, to transport visitors into a world of excitement and magic. Siam Park offers exclusive facilities for every occasion; events, birthdays, conventions and concerts. It also has its own surf school where both adults and children can learn to surf. Siam Park belongs to the Loro Parque group, know internationally for it’s high standards so the best quality is assured.

Avenida Siam Park, s/n, Playa de la Américas Tel.: 922 69 14 29

Palmetum Make sure you visit Santa Cruz’s newest attraction this summer. The gardens feature more than 2,000 different plant species, of which 472 are palm trees, the best and largest collection in Europe. One of the unique species is the tahina palm, discovered in 2008. It has lakes, streams and waterfalls set in 11,500 square metres and there are rubber plants, exotic fruits and puzzle trees. The most delicate are contained within “El Octógono”. There are 14 sections in all and a tour of the Palmetum has been likened to “a walk around the globe” with many countries represented, including Hawaii, Africa, Central America, Borneo, the Philippines, Australia, the Caribbean, Madagascar and even the Solomon Islands. Guided tours are available in a number of languages but these have to be booked in advance by email.

Avda de la Constitution, 5 Santa Cruz de Tenerife Tel.:697 651 127 info@palmetumsantacruz.com www. palmetumsantacruz.com

Eating Out & About

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Your dining experience around our restaurants Electra, San Blas, Golf del Sur

The Venue, Costa del Silencio

Some chefs just seem to draw the crowds and Paolo, now back at Electra, is one of them. He produces the most exquisite dishes as a labour of love, using an unusual combination of ingredients and always creating beautifully-looking plates. He is also a wine expert and will happily chat to you and recommend choices to go with your meals. He believes the two must perfectly complement each other. Electra is a relatively small restaurant on the first line of San Blas Square but it oozes charm and style and has a lovely interior with clever attention to the design. This also applies to the cutlery, plates and glasses which combine to present a very inviting table. There is also a small terrace outside if you want a table under the stars or to enjoy the sun. The food is always freshly cooked and diners over the last few months have enthused over dishes such as the steak (“Fantastic”), sea bream cooked in sea salt (“The best I have ever tasted”) and the tapas with a twist. “The best food I have ever eaten, amazing presentation and service. Unbelievable quality and quantity of food. Brilliant prices. Absolutely five stars!” is just one of the glowing reviews on TripAdvisor

Look no further than this new venue if you want to enjoy good food, live entertainment, special events and regulars like an “old skool disco night” on Thursdays and quiz and karaoke on a Wednesday. Smartly refurbished with a spacious interior and sunny outside area, The Venue on the lower level of Coral Mar Square is now officially open and waiting to welcome you. It is open every day from 9am through to at least 2am in the morning. Owner Dave and manageress have created a great mix of a bar, restaurant, nightclub and entertainment spot with something to suit everyone, with an appeal to all ages and nationalities. There’s a full restaurant menu with tables inside and out but snacks as well, including something we all long for – chicken and chips and scampi and chips in a basket! The good-quality food on the British/American-style menu will also include breakfasts and Sunday roasts. Drink prices are also very affordable. You can enjoy live acts and the resident compere is Gordon Slayney. Dave and Julie believe “The Venue” is somewhere different for the area and will fill a definite gap in the market. They can also cater for parties and special events if you would like to get in touch on 618 492 074.

Tipsy Terrace, Los Gigantes Tipsy Terrace in Los Gigantes is described as one of the friendliest places around and you will see why when you visit. This delightful venue is run with great enthusiasm by owners Sally and Sarah. They love to celebrate special occasions and dates in the calendar and have become experts in providing great entertainment and lovely decorations. It is not by chance that it has become a favourite place for many people, locals and holiday-makers alike. You will find great home cooking and dishes to suit all tastes, from breakfast through to evening meals and everything in between. Tap into their menu on www.tipsy-terrace.net and you can see all the choices for yourself, from Tipsy’s Ploughman’s and Rise and Shine sandwiches to wraps, jacket potatoes, burgers, crunchy salads, light lunches and much, much more. Tipsy Terrace also has a swimming pool, tennis, mini-golf and lovely gardens. It is easy to find as it is just by the coach and bus stops.

Restaurant Algarrobo, Las Candidas This family run restaurant is situated in the well-known and much visited venue in Las Candidas (La Orotava). The current owners are brothers Toño (front of house) and Cristóbal (head chef). They have carried on the family tradition of offering top quality products at affordable prices whilst bringing the menu up to date. There is a lively atmosphere here with some really unusual dishes to taste. All the dishes are fresh using vegetables from the market. The cuisine is traditional with a modern slant without being too over elaborate. They specialise in roast lamb and suckling pig and fish lovers have a huge choice. You will find Restaurant Algarrobo in Las Candidas just off the road between El Monasterio and La Orotava. A great place for parties, communions, business meetings etc.

The Bar,, San Blas Square, Golf del Sur Having opened last summer, The Bar in the inner courtyard of San Blas Square is already proving a popular venue. Now, there are even more reasons to visit. The Bar has introduced a new gastro-menu to tempt your appetite. You will find The Bar in the right-hand corner of the square and you can sit inside or out. There is a large terrace which has the benefit of full blinds which help tremendously if too cool, too sunny or too windy. The Bar offers live entertainment every night with some great entertainment from singers and a magician. You will love the new gastro menu as it offers really good home-made food. The open sandwiches on home-made bread are particularly mouth-watering! You are, of course, guaranteed a warm welcome at this familyrun favourite where other attractions include a Happy Hour from 4pm to 7pm.

Tapas ‘n’ Chill, Golf del Sur This very popular tapas restaurant, described by many as “an absolute gem”, is now open from lunch-time as well. Between noon and 6pm Monday to Saturday, you can opt for three dishes for 12.99 euros or choose from the full menu. The restaurant is then open to close as before (and from 6pm on a Sunday). Tapas ‘n’ Chill is in the same ownership as Volare cabaret lounge next door so if you haven’t booked or arrive early, you can just pop in here for a pre-dinner drink (and go back afterwards for the entertainment!) Owner Gary loves being in the kitchen and produces mouthwatering tapas dishes which are different and delicious. He has a great passion for cooking and this is reflected in creations such as “Meatballs in a slightly spicy creamy curry” or “Crostini-toasted bread with tasty toppings”. Don’t miss the house potatoes! The restaurant receives glowing reviews for its excellent food, friendly service and chill-out atmosphere so being open for lunch now as well is a great bonus. If you are driving through Golf del Sur, go past the Winter Gardens bowling green on your right, take the next turning right and double back on yourself. Look out for the Apartamentos Aquamarine Golf on the left (opposite Best Buys supermarket) and there is a sloping pathway down to the sea next to it. Walk down here and Tapas & Chill is on the right.

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The Pink Parrot, Las Galletas sea-front

Rendezvous Restaurant/Bar and Bistro, Golf del Sur

Restaurante Magnolia, Puerto de la Cruz

A great name, great British cooking and a great location. What better reasons could there be than to visit The Pink Parrot which is right on the seafront promenade at Las Galletas? This is a beautiful flat location as you are literally a metre away from the ocean with a panoramic view. The Pink Parrot was taken over by Brenda and Mike a year ago and is a family-run café offering a traditional English menu with daily specials and all home-made dishes. Specialities include cod, chips and mushy peas (delicious!), served only on Fridays, Sunday roast, jacket potatoes and a special combo platter for two people for only 8.50 euros. There is also a gluten free menu and delicious home-made desserts. There is also wifi. Everyone who goes to Las Galletas falls in love with it and the sea-front promenade is just two minutes away from the banks, shops, post office etc. So with Pink Parrot in mind, you have extra reason to visit and can just hop on a bus if you don’t drive. It’s a great day out. The restaurant is closed on a Monday but open 9.15am to 5pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Friday 9.15am to 8pm (last fish and chip orders 7pm), Saturday 9.15am to 4pm and Sunday 9am to 5pm. Brenda and Mike are happy to stay open later for a private party or celebration, just ask.

The Rendezvous in Golf del Sur offers diners a double delight. By day and in the evening, you can enjoy a full menu with great prices and big portions at the Rendezvous Bar and Bistro, overlooking the bowling green at the Winter Gardens. In the evening, you might opt for the Rendezvous Restaurant which is just above it and offers an extensive à la carte menu, fine wines and a relaxing night out to enjoy excellent cuisine at a leisurely pace. “The Rendezvous Restaurant has a lovely ambience and it’s a restaurant where you can sit back and enjoy”. The Winter Gardens is very easy to find and is on your right just as you drive into the Golf and where you can park. Just go through the main entrance and down the steps or ramps to find Rendezvous. Booking is advised at the main restaurant because it is extremely popular and it’s testament to its success that diners come back time and time again.

Restaurante Magnolia has come a long way in the last three decades, starting life as a small intimate restaurant with an outdoor terrace to the finished article we see today, with the terrace now covered and well spaced tables inside. The décor is pleasant and comfortable and makes you feel at home right away. Windows run down both sides of the restaurant allowing the light to beam in, creating a bright atmosphere even on a dull day and there are lovely views. The kitchen is open plan and creates the most wonderful Catalan and international dishes with an extensive menu of fish, shellfish, lamb, steaks, pastas. The combination of ingredients and flavours is wonderful with exquisite sauces. This venue is always busy and customers are full of praise for the Restaurante Magnolia as one of the finest places to eat on the island. The quality and service certainly stands out and the cost is very reasonable indeed. You will find Restaurante Magnolia opposite the Hotel Botánico on the main road, tucked into the side of Apartamentos Molino Blanco.

Tasca Casa Paco, Los Cristianos Tasca Casa Paco is a hugely popular restaurant because it offers a real taste of Spain right in the heart of Los Cristianos. It has become known as the restaurant with the singing chef because owner Paco is always singing and most evenings will take to his guitar and sing Spanish and English songs with great expertise. There are more than 30 dishes on the menu and a wine list with over 50 choices. Paco is passionate about his food and only uses fresh ingredients. You can watch him as he creates your meal with an artistic flair. He’s like a maestro conducting an orchestra. People often talk about this place for weeks after their visit because it is a unique experience over and above the excellent cuisine. It’s not surprising it is highly rated on TripAdvisor, having recently held the number two spot for Los Cristianos. It’s easy to find near the cultural centre as you walk into Cristianos town. Find the two petrol stations and it’s on the left of the one in the centre of the road.

The Potter Inn, Puerto Colón When out and about in the Puerto Colón area, where on earth do you head for when you want good value food, great drink offers and a friendly family atmosphere? Can we point you in the direction of The Potter Inn where you will receive a very warm welcome from Mark, Kerry and their team. You will find all the Stoke City fixtures show here, as well as other matches but is a popular family place for all. The food is great, with generous portions; the special evening menu, Monday to Friday, 5.30pm to 9pm, with two courses is 5.95 euros and three courses for 7.45 euros. It’s always buzzing for Sunday lunch so best to pre-book if you can. Food is served every day from 10am (noon on Sunday) so why not pop in for breakfast? Sunday 3pm to 6pm is Ray Wilde’s Sunday Session, Free & Easy and Karaoke. The best way to Potter Inn is down the steps at the taxi rank at Puerto Colon and then turn left. The frontage looks small but inside is deceptively spacious, with a terrace at the front and at the back overlooking the harbour.

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H NIS SPA ISINE THE BEST CU HOME MADE TAPAS C/Amalia Alayón No 16 EXCELLENT ATMOSPHERE LIVE MUSIC EVERY NIGHT 38650 Los Cristianos, Tenerife Orders Tel: 686 52 04 40 or 658 78 80 23 - pokone@telefonica.net

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Food served from 10am every morning (Sunday from noon) until 9pm.

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Take your seat at The Bar! New gastro menu at the Golf

for six euros to include a main meal, side, drink and an icecream. The mains are served Monday to Saturday from noon

Y day and into the early evening, a great place to relax. By night, a fun place which brings San Blas Square abuzz with live entertainment each evening. Every Sunday, THE place to be for a fantastic roast dinner! If three sentences could sum up The Bar, then these are the best and once you discover its delights, it’s bound to become a firm favourite, whether you live here or are on holiday. We were delighted to go along on a very hot Wednesday afternoon, just a few days after co-owners Debbie and Allan had introduced food for the first time, courtesy of a very cleverly devised Gastro Menu. The Bar, which you will find in the right-hand corner of the San Blas Square at Golf del Sur, has been open since last August and is proving a great success with all ages and all nationalities (there’s a first birthday party on August 1st) From 9pm each night, there is live entertainment with tribute acts such as Elvis Presley, Shirley Bassey, Gary Barlow and Rod Stewart so it was never intended to do an evening menu. Instead, Debbie and Allan wanted to offer something different to the lunch-time/ early evening diner; something fresh and delicious and at an affordable price. They are very happy with the reception so far and feel their meals, lovingly prepared and presented by two British chefs, are worth a

trip out to the Golf (or even from around the corner as many holiday-makers don’t realise what there is in the square, especially if they are on an allinclusive). After tasting two of the dishes, we entirely agree and I can confidently predict that one of the stars of the show will be the mini “Sliders” for seven euros. These are three mini burgers in home-made buns with a choice of beef, chicken or pork (or mix and match) accompanied by chips or wedges, salad and three bowls of different relish, including an absolutely gorgeous horse radish mayo which I had been longing to try. I have a feeling this is going to be a signature dish at The Bar. Having picked up a copy of the menu the previous week, we had been studying its contents for quite a while and I thought I had made up my mind. The “Spinach and feta cheese in filo pouches in a red curry chutney” (6.50 euros) sounded delicious but then so did the “Grilled steak sandwich on toasted bread with caramelised onion and horse-radish mayo” (also 6.50 euros). My husband had already

opted for the “Tempura cod goujons served with chips and mushy peas “(7 euros) but as soon as I saw those mini Sliders passing by to another table, I was in love! Both of our meals lived up to expectations but there were so many other things we could have tried. Beef Stroganoff for 7.50 euros, Grilled Chicken or Pork Kebabs with sweet and sour sauce with rice, chips or

wedges for 6.50 euros or a selection of open sandwiches on pitta, bread, bagel or Panini for 4.50 to five euros. Fillings for these include smoked salmon, cucumber and cream cheese; Brie, Cranberry and Smoked Bacon or Goats’ Cheese, Honey and Rocket. Simply gorgeous combinations. You can also ask for a salad and there is a children’s menu

In edition 501 Tenerife News published an article on the breakfast buffet at Hotel Taburiente but the opening times were wrong. The correct times are as follows: Monday to Fridays: 7:00 - 10:00 am Price: 9 euros Saturday, Sundays and Fiesta days: 7:30 - 11:00 am Price: 7 euros We would like to apologise for any posible inconvenience caused.

to last orders at 6pm but in the mornings, from 9am to 1pm, there are some super breakfasts on the menu, both traditional, huge and different (such as kippers or Americanstyle with pancakes, eggs, bacon or syrup). Sundays is devoted solely to home-cooked, totally fresh Sunday lunches with proper thick-cut roast meat (noon to 6pm) and these are also going to be hugely popular. As we finished off our food, we chatted with Debbie who is full of life and loves her new life here in Tenerife. People say she is always smiling, to which she replies: “And why not? I have no reason not too!” This is the first bar for both Debbie and business partner,

Allan but they are very happy with the way things are going. We looked at pictures of the launch night when everyone looked very happy and there were lots of empty plates from satisfied diners. The Bar has a large completely covered terrace looking on to the square and a few tables in the direct sunshine if you are brave or you can sit inside the attractive bar. Hopefully, you will have something to eat in the day and then come back later in the evening for the live entertainment and fun. The World Cup flags were out when we were there and you can watch the matches if interested or eat/drink and socialise if not. There is nice background music and free customer wifi. This is also a great place for a party or special celebration so do ring in and chat to Debbie or a member of the team if you would like any help.

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Maria Restaurant/Lounge Bar, Golf del Sur This lovely restaurant, is a great place to visit,. What you will find here is excellent food and a very warm welcome from Patricia, Sarah and their team. From start to finish, you will receive excellent service and every detail will be taken care of to ensure you enjoy your evening. Maria Restaurant features international cuisine which is beautifully cooked and mouth-watering, prepared using fresh market produce. The short menu changes seasonally, with suggested specials available daily. You can sit inside the lovely restaurant with its attractive tables or on its huge terrace. A stunning place for an evening meal or celebration with family or friends. To find Maria, follow the one-way system through Golf del Sur and watch out for the Nautico sign just after the S-bends on your right. Maria is at the far end of the Nautico building with parking available. Alternatively, it is five minutes’ walk from the bottom of San Blas square, turn right along the flat side road or sea-front.

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Restaurant Gom, Santa Cruz This iconic restaurant in the heart of Santa Cruz is definitely a place to head for if you enjoy stunning decor and high-end cuisine but at prices you can still afford. The food here is best described as a slice of home-made cooking with the taste and touch of nouvelle cuisine. It’s beautifully presented, of course, and although the interior of the restaurant has a contemporary, minimalist design, it is still warm and welcoming. You will find GOM within the Hotel Taburiente, located in front of Parque García Sanabria , one of the landmarks of Santa Cruz. This is a place for all, whether you are heading for the capital to do some shopping, want somewhere to meet friends, perhaps have a business meeting in a less formal setting or simply to enjoy a memorable occasion. The emphasis is on quality, freshness and naturalness where the raw product is the star, depending on what is available that day in the market. The dishes are very innovative – you might be served marmalade to accompany your food in a shot glass or prawns on a bed of small pebbles to reflect the ocean or a risotto topped with little petals. The team is very attentive to detail and offers a special menu for celiac and can help create food for anyone with a specific allergy. Weddings, etc are also catered for and there is always a dish of the day. There is a very extensive wine list and don’t forget to sample the exquisite desserts.

Bodeguita Algarrobo, Puerto de la Cruz Across the street from the Botánico Hotel is the small but chic “Bodegita Algarrobo”. A family-run business with a long history of restaurateurs, the restaurant was opened by Cristobal and Antonio whose parents founded the Algarrobo in La Orotava more than three decades ago, so it has a fine pedigree. The cuisine served here is local Canary food with some surprisingly original features and the most exquisite flavours. Piquillo peppers stuffed with mushrooms and prawns, hake mounted on a tower of perfectly cooked, seasonally fresh veg, Canary “wrinkled” potatoes with a twist, lamb estofado, an inside-out pie without the pastry, fig biscuit with chocolate sauce, pork steak with caramelised onions open sandwiches, stuffed leak with cheese and belly of pork fritters, piquillo peppers stuffed with mushrooms and prawns. These are just some of the dishes which have enchanted diners of all nationalities throughout the day and night. Some British tourists eat here four times during a week’s holiday! Plan a visit and you will see why for yourself.

Bar El Pincho, Paseo Las Vistas, Los Cristianos

Tressardi, Puerto de la Cruz If you want to seek out a really good Italian restaurant at an affordable price, look no further than Tressardi in Puerto de la Cruz. This well established Italian restaurant and pizzeria is managed by three partners from Sardinia and can be found in La Paz (the main tourist area of Puerto). It offers a very varied menu including traditional Italian dishes, pizza and pasta with gorgeous fillings and sauces, meat dishes, fresh fish and crunchy salads. You can accompany it with an Italian wine or cold beer whilst enjoying romantic soothing Italian music. The desserts like tiramisu and pannacota are to die for! Depending on your choices the price averaging 15-16 Euros per person is what you can expect. So if you want a good Italian restaurant for a family meal, a romantic dinner, a quick lunch when working or a take away, Tressardi is the restaurant for you. A friendly and homely restaurant that has quality products combining fast food and well prepared dishes for kids and grown ups.

With so many bars and restaurants along the sea-front of the main Las Vistas beach in Los Cristianos, where on earth do you head for? Why not try Bar El Pincho where you can enjoy good prices, good food, good service and a fantastic view of the ocean as you watch the world go by. Bar El Pincho is winning many fans because of the friendly staff you encounter and the really delicious Spanish tapas. Opened about two years ago, customers of all nationalities come here, including the British, Spanish, German, Dutch and French. It’s a lovely place and one of the bargains they offer is a combination of tapas for two for just 8.50 euros. You can’t go wrong with this. There is also a wide selection of main plates, such as steak, chicken and fish, all cooked with love and the best ingredients they can find. The owners really mean it when they say customer satisfaction is paramount so do ask if there is something special you would like or arranged. Every two weeks, you will find live music and do try the fantastic cocktails which they always try to improve. Try also the special dishes from the north of the island and the drinks. The aim is to make you feel at home which regular customers say is definitely the case. Please note, Bar El Pincho is closed on Sundays so the staff can spend some valuable time with their families as well. For an extra special treat, why not phone and reserve a table for when popular singer Claudio performs two Fridays a month.

Bistro Bolle, Costa del Silencio Bistro Bolle is one of those lovely friendly restaurants which also offers great food at affordable prices and a very special atmosphere. Owner Patrick, who comes from Belgium, is multi-lingual which is one of the reasons you will find all nationalities here and you are always greeted as a friend and made to feel very welcome in your own language. The other ingredients which make this restaurant so special are a good location with stunning views, including Mount Teide beyond, a huge sunny terrace with cover against the elements and easy parking. There is no formal menu, you simply choose from the blackboard or specials. Dishes include a fantastic spaghetti bolognaise for just seven euros, duck in orange sauce for 14 euros, salmon tagliatelle for ten euros and entrecote steak for 13 euros. The food is excellent with good-sized portions. Bolle offers a wide range of Belgian beers, including on draught. On the last Saturday of each month, there is a great buffet night with live entertainment for 25 euros per person (including half a bottle of wine, aperitif and dessert) and mid-month, Saturday live entertainment with the normal a la carte menu. As Patrick says, here you will find quality at a good price and always done with a smile. *If in a car, when you turn left into Silencio from the main Galletas road, turn right in front of the funny statues in the fountain swimming pool, then filter left along the one-way system and first left again. You will see the red awning of the bistro on the right.

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EL LOMO INVITE

Bodega presents exhibition for new era New show Malizia sets itself a record

new image and new harvest for a Tegueste bodega has also led to a new attraction in the form of an interesting exhibition.

The show at “El Lomo” mixes paintings with original drawings

and black and white digital prints to spotlight on the mythology of wine. It has been created by Malono Yanes who comes from Santa Cruz and went on to study history, geography and fine art. Since 1983, he has shared his home between the Canary Islands and France and has exhibited both here and abroad, including in Belgium and Italy. “Mythología in Vino” is open indefinitely and can be viewed Monday to Friday from 10am to noon and from 3.30pm to 4.30pm or on a Saturday between 10am and 1pm. The bodega is still in family ownership, having been established in the 1980s and is set in a beautiful rural environment 400 metres above sea level. Directions are available on http:// www.bodegaellomo.com/

Countdown as film festival beats the cuts social issues and how to address them, especially in Africa, Latin America and Asia though the European documentary film has also played an increasingly important role. Many leading lights in the film world attend the festival; last year, Paulo Antonio Paranagua, Tomer Heymann and Pepe Dámaso who went on to make stunning films related to Israel, Bulgaria, Sweden, Germany, China and Spain. Registration of documentaries can be made through www.miradasdoc.com where details of the various categories are explained; these include features, short films, a national award and the best Canary entry.

HE budget may have been trimmed but “MiradasDoc”, the international documentary film festival, will still be held in Tenerife this November.

Organisers are determined to maintain the continuity of this popular event which takes place in Guia de Isora and this year celebrates its ninth edition. Registration for films is now open and entries must be received by July 15th; the festival itself is from November 1st to 8th. Director Alejandro Krawietz said that despite the cutbacks, the festival had managed to keep its regular programming, including the competition section and MiradasDoc Market. This documentary section increased in strength each year. There would also be training workshops. “MiradasDoc” is organised by the Canary Government, Tenerife Cabildo and Guia de Isora council and has been held in the town since 2006. It has encouraged some stunning documentaries about various

HE new Carmen Mota show at the Pirámide de Arona auditorium in Playa de Las Americas has set itself a challenge.

The curtain went up on “Malizia” on June 3 rd and between now and the close of the season in the summer of 2015, it is hoped to beat the record 150,000 people who watched the previous offering of “Evolution”. Judging by the standard and spectacular costumes of shows over the last 18 years, that is certainly within reach. All of Carmen Mota’s creations are worthy of the international stage, whether in London, Paris, Madrid or Barcelona. This year, the producers admit they are taking “a bit of a gamble” with “Malizia” because it is not a traditional love stor y or one which necessarily has a happy ending. It is based on the Verdi opera “Rigoletto” which revolves around love, a curse, betrayal and sacrifices. Director, Joaquín Marcelo said the story had great force, much sentiment and lots of expression which is what they set out to portray. Carmen Mota said the show

Wine and music at La Baranda

HE Casa del Vino or Wine Museum in El Sauzal is a great place to visit at any time whilst you are in Tenerife.

For an added bonus, why not plan a visit to “La Baranda” on June 28th or July 11th and enjoy a special evening of music and wine? The “Music Ensamble Tenerife” will be delighting the audience at 8pm on June 28th with a programme of Mozart and Brahms. The cost is 15 euros, to include a glass of wine on your arrival. Jazz takes centre-stage for the July 11th evening, courtesy of the Zaida Almeida Quartet who will surprise with their interpretations of songs from the likes of Michael Bublé, Norah Jones, Police and Alicia Keys. Admission is ten euros, again to include a glass of wine. You can read more about the wine museum on www.casadelvinotenerife.com (available in English). Attractions here include the wine and honey museums, interpretation centre, tasting room and restaurant.

had other challenges too, over and above the storyline. It incorporates other forms of dance over above the traditional Spanish flameno, such as street dance, and therefore combines opera, flamenco, contemporar y dance and performance. Also new this year is a “Diamond” ticket which guarantees various privileges, including a box, cava and snacks. Residents receive a 30 per cent discount of all ticket prices. The show lasts for one hour and 50 minutes and starts at 9.30pm, with the exception of a Wednesday when it is 8.30pm (Monday closed). Carmen Mota, who was herself a dancer before becoming a show creator, has an 18 year association with the auditorium at the Mare Nostrum Resort and there was mutual praise at the launch of the show from both parties. More information on http://www.marenostrumresort.com/

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Musical whims for June and July

HE lovely concerts which form the series “Los Caprichos Musicales de la Isla Baja” continue in June and July.

If you haven’t yet discovered this lovely part of Tenerife, now is the time to do so whilst enjoying free entertainment as well. These “Musical Whims” have incorporated 19 concerts in the four municipalities of Garachico, Los Silos, Buenavista del Norte and El Tanque. They started in May and continue until July 25th. The concerts of vocal and instrumental music are on a rotating basis so you can admire the different locations. Tenerife Cabildo wants as many people as possible to enjoy both the entertainment and the Isla Baja, literally “reaching out to everywhere”, and also acting as a catalyst for the economy of the island. The remaining concerts for June and July are: SATURDAY JUNE 21 - 20:30 h. Closure of “Interpretation Course IV of the Trumpet” The Barn Room - Buenavista del Norte FRIDAY JUNE 27 - 20:30 h. Choral Convent of Santo Domingo - Garachico SUNDAY JUNE 29 - 12:30 h. Musical group “New Union” from The Silos Plaza Nuestra Señora de La Luz - Los Silos SUNDAY JULY 6 - 12:30 h. The Huaracheros Glorieta de San Francisco - Garachico FRIDAY JULY 11 - 20:30 h. Closure of “VIII Course Vocal Technique and Interpretation” Convent of San Francisco - Garachico SUNDAY JULY 13 - 12:30 h. Band of the AC “musical group of Garachico” Plaza La Libertad - Garachico SATURDAY, JULY 19 - 20:30 h. Closure of “Interpretation Course VI Pianística” Cinema - Municipal Theatre - Buenavista del Norte SATURDAY, JULY 25 - 20:30 h. Judith and Richard Pezoa France “ Spain in the Heart, a walk in the zarzuela ” Convent of San Sebastian - The Silos For further information about the Isla Baja, go to www.consorcioislabaja.com which can be translated into English. Further information is also available on 922830204; 922831802 Ext.11/12

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A flavour of the Canaries by world artists

unique exhibition in Garachico presents a vision of the Canary Islands from artists who come from all over the world.

The likes of Horacio Cárdenas from Mexico, Simona Sentieri from Italy, Magdalena Pierwocha from Poland and Raiber Gonzáles of Cuba are displaying stunning pictures until June 30th. Despite coming from different countries, they share

at least one thing in common; they have all decided to make the Canaries their home. The exhibition “Canarias s. XXI” is taking place in the art space known as “La Casa de Piedra”, a beautiful rehabilitated building which is worth seeing in itself, as much as Garachico if you would like

somewhere different to explore. The painters are among the best in the archipelago and include the Canary artists of Conrado Díaz, Paco Navarro, Manolo Lobato, Tomás Gíl, Silvia Zurro, Nazareth Hernández, H.Tapia and Kiko Pérez. For the last five years, the show has been held in the Garcia Sanabria park in Santa Cruz and Garachico is

delighted to be offering what is considered to be the best selection ever. Organiser, José Francisco Morales said the different nationalities of the artists meant they had contrasting visions of the Canaries and this was reflected in their work. You can find La Casa de Piedra in Plaza de La Libertad; see also their Facebook page.

World first as Tenerife bar becomes Momoshi paradise By Ken Bennett

well-known bar in Los Gigantes could be the launch pad of a worldwide artistic concept.

The Green Corner near the main plaza has been strikingly redecorated by international artist Momoshi who had been described as the island’s Banksy. Momoshi has created a Street Art Cafe featuring an art exhibition, painted walls, a little art shop and merchandising. “I guess it’s the first of its kind on the island. I’m also planning similar ‘Momoshi Art Bars’ in Berlin, London, Vienna and Budapest,” he revealed. “I have started looking for bar owners all over Europe who are up for it - but let´s finish the first bar and see how

it´s going.” Momoshi, also a graphic designer and digital illustrator, has developed a colourful organic brand. His unique art and street wear (designed for various metropolises) can also be ordered online at the mocityshop.com website. Explaining the concept of the bar he said: “My plan is to find an investor and to team up with other bars all over the world. “I turn the place into a Momoshi paradise, where people enter an absolutely different organic, almost psychedelic universe. It would be its own little distinctive brand, just like Hard Rock Café or the Buddha Bar, only for art.” Ever y bar gets his own Momoshi style world, adapted to the location, the city and its people. “In Los Gigantes, they are ‘The Greengos’ from the Green Corner, bizarre crea-tures and life-forms living near the gigantic cliffs,” he explained. He went on: “Apart from the prints, for collectors there will be super unique t-shirts and paintings, not just hand-painted and numbered, but with their own virtual animated clone online.” They can be ordered at the bar or soon on the Greengo website of http://greengocollection.tumblr.com/ “My plan for the next 12 months is to find four or five

different bars (and maybe even a hotel) all over Europe to create a little Momoshi Art Bar chain with paintings and all the merchandise. “The bars will be supplied constantly with art work, also prints, posters, postcards, and so on.” He added: “Later, I want the bars to have special Momoshi drinks, cocktails, maybe, and perhaps I can find a brewery to produce beer with a Momoshi label, Momoshi glasses and beer mats.” The Green Corner is owned

by Alan Walker and Paul Marney and they say public reaction to the art work has been very favourable. Visitor Dennis Bradford from Manchester, said: “The paintings are highly unusual. The idea could catch on.”

Interested bar owners can feel free to contact Momoshi at momoshishop@gmail.com

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Brother and sister Entries sought for Santiago swim to close concert series I SPECIAL JOURNEY

F you are a good swimmer, you might like to go on a special journey on July 5th.

Santiago del Teide is holding the 19th edition of its very popular “Travesía a Nado” and registrations are currently being invited. The swim starts at 5.30pm with various categories and is organised by the local council’s sports department in collaboration with various sporting organisations and businesses. The route of the test is approximately 950 metres, leaving Playa de La Arena and ending on the beach of El Bajío in Puerto de Santiago. Registration is open until July 1 st and can be carried out online at www.deportesantiagodelteide.com. The fee generally is ten euros but free for those on the Santiago del Teide padron and competitors who travel in especially to take part from the other islands or the mainland. Sports councillor Guillermo Évora said the event had become a benchmark and thanks were extended to all those who took part year after year.

La Orotava; the star of Corpus Christi

ORPUS Christi celebrations are about to be held across Tenerife and once again, beautiful La Orotava will be leading the way.

The festivities here are legendary, revolving around the breath-taking carpets of coloured sand from Mount Teide which are created in the main plaza and look just like famous masterpieces. Elsewhere, residents make their own floor pictures using petals. In La Orotava, celebrations for Corpus Christi have already started, with exhibitions, church services, cultural and sporting events. However, what is known as “La Semana Grande” begins on June 24th with the proclamation of the programme,

followed on June 25th by the presentation of the wine harvest, followed on June 26th by the main Corpus Christi day and the “Baile de Magos” (open air dance with orchestra) on June 27th. There is a traditional Cattle Fair on June 28 th, the “Subida del Santo” followed by fireworks on June 28th and the Romeria de San Isidro on June 29th. The sand carpets require a tremendous amount of work and final preparations take place in the days leading up to June 26th when they can be seen at their very best.

The Mayor, Francisco Linares says the municipality has worked very hard to put on a good show, despite the difficulties of the economy and is once again waiting to show the world its historic traditions. Whilst in La Orotava, you might like to visit the Museo de las Alfombras (Carpet Museum) where an exhibition of the sand carpets through the years is being staged. This brings together 70 images from 1920 through to 2011. Full details of the Corpus Christi celebrations in La Orotava are on http://www.laorotava.es/ where the programme can be downloaded. You will also find theatre presen-

Tradition returns for La Laguna celebrations

OR the first time in nearly 20 years, La Laguna is to return an old tradition to the streets as part of the Corpus Christi celebrations.

The stunning event on June 19th is known as “Diablos y Tarasca” and is a parade of rites stretching back centuries. The local council’s culture department is delighted to present this spectacular three days before the Corpus Christi celebrations although it has no relation to the flower carpet tradition. The parade, which blends elements of social hierarchy and symbols of the struggle

between good and evil, was first held in 1496. The event disappeared during the 18th century and was last held in La Laguna in 1996. About 500 people will take part, including music and folk groups, and will recreate scenes often held in other Latin American countries and in mainland Spain, as well as on Lanzarote. The parade will include a sword dance, “snakes”, giant

heads, drums and bugles, the recreation of ancient rituals and colourful costumes. It starts at 7pm.

Poster chosen for July PUERTO TRADITIONS fiestas

UERTO de la Cruz will be alive with fiesta fun from July 1st to July 20th and this is the official poster.

Of the four entries submitted, it received 70 votes against its closest rival of 55. Under the title of “Marea”, the poster was designed by Sito Rouvas who comes from Puerto. Members of the public had six hours to visit an exhibition of the entries on the patio of Casa Rahn, the old Convento de Santo Domingo and to vote for their favourite. The programme will include the traditional embarcation of the Virgen del Carmen on July 15th.

tations, show cooking, carpet routes, church services, recitals, a photographic exhibition, sporting tourna-ments and much more, with 40 events in total planned.

OPERA AND POETRY

ROTHER and sister singing duo, Raquel and Airam Hernández will close a successful series of concerts in Santa Cruz on June 24th.

The “Festival de Ópera y Lírica” in the capital’s auditorium has seen four concerts during June and this will be the last. Soprano Raquel and tenor Airam will be accompanied by pianist Miguel Ángel Dionis for the evening which begins at 8.30pm. The talented duo are from La Esperanza in El Rosario and have been shining ambassadors for the town during their distinguished careers. The closing recital of the series will see works by Fernando Obradors and

Ernesto Halffter with songs based on poems, amongst others, of Rafael Alberti plus fragments of the opera Marina by Arrieta. Both Raquel and Airam have won numerous music awards and performed all over the Canaries and beyond. Tickets are on sale through the usual channels, including on 902 317 327 and at the auditorium box office or online at www.auditoriodetenerife.com, as well as through www.ticketmaster.es, in Carrefour or at offices of Halcón Viajes.

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S well as taking your regular asthma medication, there are simple lifestyle and self-help measures that you can take to reduce your symptoms and your risk of having an asthma attack. If you’ve been diagnosed with asthma and you’ve been given regular preventive and reliever therapy, it’s important to use the preventive treatment every day even if you’re feeling well. Because asthma can’t be cured and triggers can’t always be avoided, using safe, regular medications is the best way of achieving a normal life. There are additional measures that you can take: Avoid triggers Everyone’s asthma triggers are different. Some people’s asthma is triggered by exposure to pet hair or fur; others by pollens and others by non-allergic irritants, such as perfumes. Some women notice that their asthma is worst just before their monthly period. If you’ve noticed a possible trigger for your asthma, it’s worth discussing it with your doctor or nurse at your next review. Stop smoking Stopping smoking is the best way to help yourself if you have asthma. Smoke acts as an irritant and can trigger asthma attacks. It makes inhaled medicine less effective. As a result, you’re likely to need to take bigger doses of inhaled steroid medication. If you have asthma and you smoke, your chances of developing conditions such as COPD or bronchitis increases. Your lungs are already inflamed and cigarette smoke can have an even more powerful effect. Second-hand smoke can be a trigger too. It’s important for people with asthma to stay in a smoke-free environment. Get regular exercise Although exercise or physical activity can trigger an asthma attack, it shouldn’t happen once you have the appropriate treatment, such as inhalers. People with asthma should take regular exercise. Walking, swimming and cycling are all activities you can do if you have asthma. A lot of top sportsmen and women have asthma. (Note that scuba divers need to have special medicals before they can dive). If you find that exercise gives you troublesome asthma symptoms, discuss this with your doctor. You may need more preventive asthma treatments. Sometimes, using your reliever inhaler 20 minutes before planned exercise helps to reduce subsequent symptoms. Be in control It’s good for people with asthma to be in control of their condition. Form a partnership with your GP or asthma nurse. Make sure that you understand your condition and that you have a personal action plan. Know what to do when things change. Sit down with your GP or nurse and discuss your medication, and any changes to your dosage. This could prevent a crisis, such as having to call your doctor. Everyone should have a checkup at least once a year. Take care in cold weather Cold air is a major trigger of asthma symptoms, such as wheezing and shortness of breath. Be especially careful in winter. Stay indoors on very cold, windy days. If you go out, wear a scarf over your nose and mouth. Be extra careful about taking your regular medications. Keep rescue inhalers close by and in a warm place.

Eat healthily Eating a healthy diet with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables and few additives may help with asthma in the long term. It also helps if you stay trim. Obesity has an adverse impact on asthma, so people with asthma should try to stay a healthy weight.

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Get your jabs If you take inhaled or oral steroids to control your asthma, you need flu and pneumonia vaccinations to reduce your chances of a serious respiratory illness. The flu and pneumonia jabs are available free from your GP. The flu jab is given every year from October. The pneumonia jab is a one-off jab that protects against certain types of pneumonia, septicaemia (blood poisoning) and meningitis. You can have the flu and pneumonia jabs at the same time. Check your painkillers If you have asthma and you take aspirin or other painkillers, there’s a very small chance that you’ll have a bad reaction to the medication. If this happens, stop taking the aspirin and seek advice from your doctor.

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When your blood pressure is low

OW blood pressure is a condition where the pressure in your arteries is abnormally low. It means that the force your heart uses to pump blood around your body is lower than ideal. Your blood pressure is considered to be low if your blood pressure reading is around 90/60 or lower. Naturally low blood pressure does not always cause symptoms. However, if your blood pressure drops too low it can sometimes result in too little blood flowing to your brain and other vital organs. This can cause symptoms such as dizziness, fainting and lightheadedness. What causes low blood pressure Many every day factors can cause low blood pressure, for example, the time of day and if you’ve recently eaten. If your blood pressure is still

low after taking every day factors into account, something else may be causing it. Low blood pressure can have many possible causes, including some medicines and health conditions. Treating low blood pressure If you have low blood pressure but no symptoms, you don’t need treatment. If you do have symptoms, your GP will try to find the cause and assess whether treatment will help. They will also give you advice to help limit your symptoms. Few people are prescribed medication for low blood pressure.

F you’re going to swim in the sea, there are things you can do to avoid being stung and ensure that you have easy access to medical care.

For example, you can:  Observe warning signs on the beach – warning signs will often be put up after sightings of groups of jellyfish or Portuguese men-of-war.  Swim near a lifeguard – if you’re stung by a sea creature, you will usually need immediate first aid or, in severe cases, a means of contacting an ambulance.  Do not touch or handle stinging sea creatures – avoid touching jellyfish or Portuguese men-of-war washed up on the beach because their tentacles can sting even when they’re dead.  Wear protective clothing such as a wetsuit or waterproof footwear – as weever fish, stingrays and sea urchins are often found in shallow water, wearing rubber-soled shoes or sandals will help protect your feet while in shallow water or rocky areas; wearing a wetsuit will help protect against jellyfish stings if you’re swimming in deeper water for prolonged periods  Scuff your feet when walking in shallow water – this will help disturb and scare off any stinging sea creatures that may be in your path.  Take care when walking in rocky areas or near seaweed – sea urchins are often found in shallow, rocky areas such as rock pools.

First aid training and kit

If you spend a considerable amount of time in the sea, it’s a good idea to get some basic first aid training and to carry a basic first aid kit with you. The kit should contain items useful for treating sea creature stings, such as a pair of gloves, tweezers, a saline (salt) solution and painkillers. If you’re allergic to insect stings, you should carry appropriate medication with you, such as an adrenaline injection kit. Make sure that the people you’re with are aware of your allergy and know how to administer the medication in case you’re unable to do it yourself.

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EIGHT gain occurs when you regularly eat more calories than you use through normal bodily functions and physical activity.

ROM our 40s onwards, our bones gradually lose their density as a natural part of ageing.

One in two women and one in five men over the age of 50 in the UK will break a bone, mainly because of osteoporosis. Exactly why this happens is still not fully understood. Osteoporosis has no symptoms. The first clue may be seen if you have an X-ray for another reason or if you fracture a bone. Whether you have osteoporosis or just want to build strong bones for the future, there are several things you can do to maintain your bones. Eat calcium-rich foods Adults should eat at least 700mg of calcium a day and 1,200mg if diagnosed with osteoporosis. You could get your daily intake by eating a yoghurt, a cheese sandwich, a handful of almonds and a spinach salad. Get your sunshine quota Your body needs vitamin D to help it absorb calcium. Vitamin D is found in oily fish, liver, fortified spreads and cereals and egg yolks. Your body also makes its own vitamin D when you’re exposed to sunshine. Most people in the UK get enough vitamin D by spending 15 minutes in the sun two to three times a week. Generally, normal levels built up in the summer will be enough to last through the winter. Go easy on the protein Excessive amounts of meat, cheese and protein make body acid, which drains the body of calcium and weakens bones. Keep your diet balanced. Your meals should contain protein (meat, fish, eggs, nuts, seeds), fresh fruit and vegetables and carbohydrates (bread, pasta, potatoes and rice). Quit smoking The more you smoke, the more likely you’ll get osteoporosis. Get help quitting smoking for good. Cut out the salt Salt is thought to speed up the body’s loss of calcium. Most of us consume 9g of salt a day but the recommended limit is 6g, which is just a teaspoonful. Don’t add salt to your food and look at food labels to help you cut down. Avoid foods that contain 1.5g of salt per 100g (or 0.6g of sodium) or more. Crisps, ham, cheese, cooking sauces and processed foods such as pies, pizza and soups are all high in salt. Be active Bones get stronger when you use them. The best way to strengthen them is to do at least five hours of weight-bearing exercise a week. This includes walking, running, dancing, golf, tennis or netball. It doesn’t include cycling or swimming, although swimming is good for staying flexible. Bones also benefit if you lift and carry things. Weight training is ideal but carrying shopping, gardening and housework all count. Drink sensibly Alcohol, tea, coffee, cola and other fizzy drinks reduce the amount of calcium you absorb and weaken bones. Stick to the recommended amounts of alcohol and swap your caffeine-fuelled drinks for water and diluted juice. Maintain a healthy weight Losing too much weight too fast under a crash diet can increase your risk of osteoporosis. The same is true if you’re anorexic, or for women, if you’re so thin that your periods have stopped. Weight loss can cut the amount of oestrogen (a hormone that helps to protect your bones) in your body. If you need to lose weight, do it sensibly.

However, lifestyle habits that contribute to this aren’t always obvious. Losing weight means eating fewer calories and burning more energy through physical activity. It sounds simple but more than 60 per cent of adults in England are overweight or obese. Our lifestyles see many of us eating more calories than we need and doing too little physical activity. Do you recognise some of the causes of your weight gain in any of the following?

Food that’s labelled ‘low-fat’ Lots of foods in the supermarkets today are labelled “low-fat” but there’s a catch. In some cases, low-fat foods contain high levels of sugar. High sugar foods can also contain lots of calories and so contribute to weight gain. Always read the labels and look at the overall energy and calories.

Stress

It can be easy to reach for a sugar y pick-me-up when stressed. Do this often and you may put on weight. Snack on fruit and veg and other low-calorie options such as plain popcorn, crackers and rice cakes. Find ways to cope with stress which don’t involve food. Exercise helps promote mental wellbeing through the release of endorphins, which help to combat stress.

Television

Watching a lot of television can contribute to an inactive lifestyle and many of us consume calories we don’t need while watching TV. If you’re worried about your weight, take part in more daily physical activity, if your health permits. Try walking to work,

school or the shops and spend less time in front of the TV. Don’t forget that you can do an activity while watching the TV, such as using an exercise bike.

Your medicine cabinet Weight gain is a common side effect of many drugs. The most common drugs that can cause weight gain are steroids (taken for many conditions, including arthritis, eczema and asthma), antipsychotic drugs and insulin, among others. Never stop prescribed medication unless your GP or specialist has told you to. If you’re concerned about weight gain, talk to your doctor. In the meantime, make sure you’re following a healthy balanced diet.

Late nights Some research suggests that a lack of sleep can contribute to weight gain therefore make sure you get more sleep. It is central to good physical and mental health.

Good manners In an ideal world, friends and family would encourage you to lose extra weight. In reality, they sometimes push you to eat more high-calorie food. Is it rude not to finish that double helping of chocolate cake at a dinner party? Sometimes it feels that way. Learn to say “no, thank you” and stick with it. Get used to the idea that it’s okay to leave food on your plate. Soon, friends and family will come to respect your decisions.

Portion sizes Over the last few decades, the size of portions served in restaurants and supermarket packages has increased. A study by the World Cancer

Research Fund (WCRF) found that burgers, for example, have doubled in size since 1980. Not surprisingly, research shows that when we’re given a larger portion we tend to eat more. Coping with larger portion sizes is a matter of stopping when you feel full. Eat slowly and you’ll have a better chance

of avoiding that over-stuffed feeling. At home, serve yourself a smaller portion and think about whether you really want a second helping. Avoid supersizing portions when eating out. You can control portion size and save money when you cook fresh, healthy meals at home.

Are you an overthe-limit drinker?

F you think only alcoholics and binge drink ers are putting their health at risk, think again.

Men should not regularly drink more than three to four units of alcohol a day and women should not regularly drink more than two to three units a day. “Regularly” means drinking this amount every day or most days of the week. Many people who see themselves as “social drinkers” are at risk of developing long-term health conditions because of the amount they regularly drink. Most drinkers are unaware that regularly drinking more than the limits advised by the NHS can lead to a wide range of long-term health problems, including cancers, strokes and heart attacks. More than 55 per cent of people questioned in a YouGov poll thought that alcohol only damages your health if you regularly get drunk or binge drink. The 2010 survey of 2,000 adults also found that 83 per cent believed that regularly drinking more than the recommended daily limits didn’t put their long-term health at risk. The survey suggests that 7.5 million people might be unaware of the damage their drinking could be causing. OVER THE LIMIT More than nine million people in England drink more than the recommended daily limits. About 15,000 people in England die from alcohol-related causes each year. About 32 per cent of these deaths are from liver disease, 21 per cent from cancer and 17 per cent from cardiovascular illnesses, such as heart disease and strokes. Typically, longer-term alcohol-related illness or death affect older people who drink more than the recommended daily limits and consider themselves to be “social drinkers”.

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Those horrible cigarette ends Dear Editor I just had to write to say how disgusted I am with people who smoke and insist on throwing the butts down on the floor. It’s just horrible. My husband and I went out last week to eat in a restaurant on the outskirts of Los Cristianos near a row of bars. The restaurant itself was very nice and ver y clean and we enjoyed our meal. However, going in and going out, we noticed all the cigarette ends thrown on the verge under the trees. This is obviously where people smoke because of the ban and I reckon they give no thought whatsoever to where they put the drag ends. All they do is throw them down. As a result, this particular verge was simply an accumulation of cigarette ends and it looked awful. Bad enough in itself but we are supposed to be a tourist island. Not a very nice sight that’s for sure. We just cannot understand why bars and restaurants don’t club together and get some sort of bin or big ashtrays outside or even put signs up asking people to refrain from

dropping their cigarette ends and to use the bins provided. I remember reading recently about how long these cigarette ends take to disintegrate. Years apparently. Could someone, somewhere please address this growing problem. For us, it is very offputting and it must be the same for others. Annoyed residents Tenerife south

Friend or foe? Dear Madam I was interested to read your letter in the last edition about electronic cigarettes. The jury seems to be very much out on whether they are friend or foe and obviously new research needs to be done. I am interested in this subject and thought your readers might like to see these extracts from the British Medical Association. I thought the one about the danger of glamourising e-cigarettes is particularly relevant as it does seem to be “the” in thing to do at the moment. First, this news item.

WWW.TENERIFENEWS.ORG.ES The BMA has welcomed new controls around electronic cigarettes, after a compromise text for a revised EU tobacco directive was approved last week. The revised directive aims to make tobacco products less attractive by strengthening rules on how tobacco products can be manufactured, presented and sold. In the Council of the European Union vote, 27 of 28 member states were in favour. Safeguards on electronic cigarettes are to be introduced for the first time, with maximum levels agreed for nicotine concentration and the size of single-use cartridges. BMA director of professional activities Vivienne Nathanson said: ‘The BMA believes that proper regulation is essential to patient safety. ‘It is very pleasing that the EU is moving to put some controls in place in relation to electronic cigarettes. ‘How can doctors advise patients about the safe use of these devices if we do not know the contents for the user and those around them? ‘ We must remember that nicotine is a poison, and access needs to be controlled.’ And here is a second one... “E-cigarettes should not be used in enclosed public places or sold to under-18s, GPs in Scotland have warned. Doctors at the BMA Scottish local medical committees conference in Clydebank welcomed the decision by the MHRA (Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency) to regulate ecigarettes as a medicine, but said more needed to be done. They called on the Scottish government to include the devices under products banned for use in enclosed public places, and said they should be displayed for sale only alongside other nicotinereplacement therapies. Scottish public health minister Michael Matheson has already said he wanted to see action to limit advertising and promotion of e-cigarettes, and that the case for restricting ecigarette sales to young

people ‘made sense’. Tayside GP Andrew Thomson said the safety and protection of the public was the priority in the use of nicotine-containing products, and that the use of e-cigarettes must be treated in the same way.” And thirdly... “The BMA has warned that the devices may undermine efforts to prevent or stop smoking by making cigarette use seem normal. Dr Bailey said: ‘[Ecigarettes] undermine the public smoking ban — how on earth do you police something when you can’t tell if people are using an ecigarette? They’re designed to look as much like cigarettes as possible.” I have a feeling that his issue is going to run and run and the controversy and debate about e cigarettes has only just started! Teresa Hutchinson Adeje

Palm Mar and that dog mess Dear Editor I do not want in any way to cast a shadow over lovely Palm Mar, near L os Cristianos but as a longterm resident here, I have noted the recent correspondence in your excellent paper. First of all, there were a lot of complaints about the extent of the dog mess because ever yone who lives in Palm Mar seems to have a pet. I agree, it was pretty awful. Then there was a report and some comments made about a meeting between the authorities and a group of local residents. Not many people knew about this meeting, we hasten to add, and it was apparently about various issues, including cleanliness.

A few days later, the workmen suddenly appeared and did a marvellous job of clearing up various verges and green areas, taking away weeds, debris, dog dirt etc and putting down new stones. The end result was marvellous. Everyone noticed the difference and it looked really good. The dog mess was gone (what a horrible job) and Palm Mar was gleaming. That was about two to three months ago...so what is happening now? Yes, you have guessed it, it is slowly getting back to what is was before the complaints. A few weeds are popping up but the main problem is the reoccurrence of the dog mess. It seems that when the village looked clean and tidy, dog owners were frightened to change the situation and cleared up after their pets. Then, little by little, they started to give up the habit. They saw one dog had messed an area and thought, well, if they haven’t cleaned up, why should I? What a terrible shame and what a waste of all that work which was done a few months ago. Do other residents agree? Have they noticed the changes? Please if you live in Palm Mar, try to keep this lovely place clean and tidy and give it the respect it deserves. Name and address supplied

Stupid drivers Dear Editor Will drivers please, please, please get off their mobile phones whilst driving? I know the police are supposed to be fining people for this but it doesn’t seem to be doing much good. I see someone virtually every day on their mobile whilst out and about. Can’t

they wait a few minutes or get a hands-free device? On the same theme, the other day, I saw a man driving and a woman in the passenger seat with a child on her lap, unrestrained. How stupid is that! Name and address supplied

A real danger Dear Editor Would the Titsa bus company please please please do something about their buses? This morning, I had to get on a bus which stopped on the main road between Las Galletas and Guaza. The bus stop is on a strip of land which has been badly worn by the bad weather earlier in the year so it is already about six inches below the road level. The bus stopped right by this lowest level and didn’t seem to have the facility to lower its step. I am not joking. I had to try and jump up about two foot and could only do so because two kind gentlemen helped me on. My mobility is okay but had it been someone a bit older with knee or leg problems, they would never have got on. This stretch is also DANGEROUS and needs attention. If a bus came along too quickly, it could easily slip off the road into the trench and land up on someone’s toes or pinning them to the wall. An accident is just waiting to happen. Perhaps Titsa inspectors could visit this site and see for themselves? It is the bus stop on the far side of the road ie to catch a bus coming from Las Galletas in the direction of Guaza and is about 300 metres the Las Galletas side of the Palm Mar roundabout. I say again, it is DANGEROUS and someone is going to get killed! TRF, Las Galletas

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Vitacura - Puerto Santiago Refurbished well furnished 1 bed duplex style apartment, 2 terraces, heated community pool, gardens, sea views. £120,000

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LA PAZ, Tajinaste Fase III, A23, 71sqm, living room, 1 bedroom, terrace 36sqm to the south. The price 165.000 euros. Teh possibility to buy garage also. Tel: 922 37 06 56

TIJOCO BAJO 2 bedrooms. Long term, masive sunny terrace, ocean views, quiet area. 560€ per month BILLS INCLUDED Two month deposit.

Las Mimosas - Los Gigantes Central top floor 1 bed furnished apartment, views across the community pool and gardens to sea.

£129,000

Bamboo - Los Gigantes Ground floor furnished 1 bed apartment, balcony, terrace, views of the courtyard garden, very central. £73,000

La Riviera - Playa la Arena Sea front complex, selection of furnished 1 bed apartments, heated community pool, solarium, 2 terraces. From 125.000€

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GOLF DE ADEJE New Super luxury villa, 500 sqm house in 700qm plot, panoramic views, 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, garage for 4 cars, sauna room, 3 levels elevator, 60 sqm swimming pool, garden. Gymnasium. Best quality materials and finishings. 2.490.000€

LOS CRISTIANOS Large Studio, sunny terrace, panoramic views, communal pool, completely new. 114.000€

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Townhouse - Alcalá Modern 3 bed 2 bath furnished townhouse, integral garage, large private roof terrace, mountain views. £185,000

Calle Palmera - Los Gigantes Refurbished top floor 2 bed 1.5 bath apartment, furnished, study, 2 terraces, sea views, garage. £245,000

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SPACIOUS 2 bed furnished appartmen Playa San Juan. Long term only. Max two people..Quiet location 5 min from beach. 400 euros per month plus bills.Tel.: 922 710675.

LOS CRISTIANOS: centre. Cozy 1 bedroom apartment, short term rental, close to beach, furnished. 35 euros/ day incl. Contact: 666 166 058 OPPORTUNITY! Playa Americas studio for rent, well furnished and equipped, 100m to beach, beautiful view, community pool, parking, neat complex, all included, water – electric, rent: 470 euros/ month, sale: 75,000euros, please call 670 458 074 PLAYA AMÉRICAS studio for rent, fully furnished and equipped, central location, quiet area, close to beach. No finding fees, 430 euros per month, bills included. Call: 620 230 871 / 922 75 11 13

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APARTMENT for long term rental, 2 bedrooms, sunny terrace, partly furnished. 350 euros. Tel: 922 30 01 09 (Only speak Spanish) PLAYA Amercias studio for rent, well furnished adn equipped excellent views to sea close to beach central location in San Eugenio, no finders fees. 450 euros, plus electricity bills. call: 922 79 21 19 or 629 130 899

PUERTO DE LA CRUZ, La Paz. 2 bedroom apartment, 65sqm + 20sqm terrace. Completly renovated and furnished. Community pool. Long term rental. Tel.: 619 257 157 LOS CRISTIANOS Studio long term. 480€ per month BILLS INCLUDED Two month deposit.

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COTTAGE RENTAL. Candelaria. Beautiful 1 or 2 bedroom coutnry cottage, large terrace facing the ocean, communal pool, on a finca int he mountains just 1km from Candelaria. Not suitable for children or pets. Chris 670 609 359 PLAYA AMERICAS. 2 Bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment for rent, central and very quiet location, close to beach. Well furnished and equipped. Available 2nd week December. No finding fees. 750 euros, incluiding bills. Call: 620 230 871 / 922 75 11 13 SUNNY 3 bed apartment Tabaiba Alta (5 mins German School, 10 mins Santa Cruz), 103 sq m, 2 bathrooms, fitted kitchen, garden, large terrace with panoramic sea views, parquet floors, garage & store rooms, very small complex.. Tel. 686 798 367 / eoptenerife@gmail.com

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TIJOCO BAJO 395sqm corner plot, urban land, for independent house or apartments. Nice mountain and sea views, residential quiet area. 118.000€

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should like to remind those of our members who may be expecting their families to visit during the summer holidays that we have an excellent children’s section in the library. Your young relatives can find hundreds of books and DVDs there, which hopefully will keep them occupied for an hour or so whilst you enjoy a coffee or tea in our beautiful garden. There are also many jig-saws and games available. Please note that there are still some places available for the buffet lunch to be held in the Orchid Gardens on Saturday 12th July, and for our annual Garden Party which will be held in the library gardens on Saturday 13th September. For these, and for other events taking place during the year watch this space for details. And please don’t forget that we are still collecting dry foods to be delivered by the Red Cross to deserving familes in these austere times. They are, I am sure, very gratefully received.

A Commonplace Killing by Sian Busby

London, 1946. A woman’s body is found in a disused bomb site off the Holloway Road. She is identified as Lillian Frobisher, “a respectable wife and mother” who lived with her family nearby. The police assume that Lillian must have been the victim of a sexual assault, but when the autopsy finds no evidence of rape, they turn their attention to her private life.... How did she come to be in the bomb site, a wellknown lovers’ haunt? Why was her husband seemingly unaware that she’d failed to come home on the night she was killed?

England, a Pretender is mustering an army. He claims to be brother to the queen, and the true heir to the throne. But is he the lost boy sent into the unknown by his mother, the White Queen? Or a counterfeit prince - a lowborn enemy to Henry Tudor and his York princess wife? When Henry Tudor picked up the crown of England from the mud of Bosworth Field he knew ke would have to marry the princess of the rival house - Elizabeth of York - in an effort to unify a country divided by war for nearly two decades. But his bride was still in love with his enemy - and her mother and all the loyal House of York still dreamed of a missing heir and a triumphant return. Elizabeth faces a terrible dilemma: can she stand by a king whose support and courage are crumbling before her eyes? How can she choose between Tudor and York, between her husband and the boy who claims to be her beloved lost brother?

Shopping, Seduction and Mr.Selfridge by Lindy Woodhead

Don’t spend too much on products that promise amazing cosmetic results. Don’t allow someone to do a job that was designated specifically for you. You will have a problem dealing with groups.

TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Don’t overspend on items for your home. Try not to let your emotions interfere with the completion of your work. Children or friends may try to talk you into lending them money.

GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Exaggeration or deception coupled with overindulgence might be a problem. You will find it easy to learn and excel. Don’t turn down an invitation or a challenge that could enhance your chances of meeting someone special. CANCER (June 22-July 22) Drastic changes regarding your personal attitude are evident. You may not be that popular at home but you should be able to shine at social gatherings. You won’t be able to keep a secret.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Difficulties with older females in your family may turn out to be quite trivial after all. You need to start planning that vacation. Attend to things that you should have done yesterday.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Things aren’t as they appear. You will do your best work on your own. Try and avoid getting involved in idle chatter or gossip that might get you in trouble.

Don’t evade important issues; you may find yourself backed into a corner. Be on your best behavior. Romance is likely if you can bring yourself to go out with friends.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Expect to pay more than anticipated for entertainment or other purchases. Deception is evident around you. Catch up on correspondence.

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No choice - Daniel Brasher is leaving behind his job as a probation counsellor working with hardened criminals to spend more time with his wife, now well again after a serious illness. However nothing is that simple. No time - When he finds s scrawled message in the post at work demanding ‘admit what you have done or you will bleed for it. You have until midnight’, he is horrified - then relieved to discover

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that it is not addressed to him. But he learns that the intended victim is already dead. No escape - More death threats signal a series of gruesome, seemingly inexpicable murders. Until a note is addressed to Daniel himself. And with the clock ticking, he must discover who wants him dead. And why. Or become the next victim...

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In 1909, the first and largest department store built from scratch in London’s West End opened in a burst of glorious publicity. The mastermind behind the façade was American retail genius Har r y Gordon Selfridge: maverick businessman, risk-taker, dandy and one of the greatest showmen the retail world has ever known. His talent was to create the seduction of shopping, and as his success and fame grew, so did his glittering lifestyle: mansions, yachts, gambling, racehorses - and mistresses. From the glamour of Edwardian England, through the turmoil of the Great War and the heady excesses of the 1920’s and beyond, Selfridges Department Store was ‘a theatre with a curtain going up a 9 o’clock each morning’. This book reveals the captivating story of the rise and fall of the man who revolutionised the way we shop.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Be careful not to consume too many spicy foods, or minor health problems could put you out of commission for the day. You may have a problem with someone you live with if you don’t include them in your gathering. You may be sensitive concerning friends and their situations. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Your passionate mood will be well received by your mate. You can enjoy social events and meet new potential mates; however, avoid being lavish. Do yourself a favor and leave your plastic at home. Work at home if at all possible. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Look into joining groups that can give you handson advice about business. If you put your energy into physical outlets you will avoid confrontations. Your persuasive nature will win the heart of someone you’ve had your eye on. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Opportunities to get involved in self improvement projects will be rewarding. Travel will be favorable. Invite friends over rather than spending money on lavish entertainment.

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What do I have to carry in my car?

New Insignia has fleet sales soaring

HERE are lots of different things that people say you have to carry in your car. Here we are going to explain what the law states should be carried.

The original law of has been modified many times. Firstly the law that was published on the 26th of January 1999 stated that the following had to be carried:

AUXHALL launched its new Insignia last June and it’s no coincidence that the model’s fleet sales were up by more than 50 per cent in the second half of 2013 over the first six months of the year. At first glance there doesn’t appear to be much of an exterior difference from the model it replaces but designers and engineers have been clever in their styling changes. And these have made it the most aerodynamic car in its class – in the world – as well as producing class-leading CO2 emissions. Another huge incentive for buyers is the attractive pricing, starting at £16,279 and nearly £2,000 LESS than outgoing models. New extended under-body covers, wider front spoiler lips, new tail lamp housings and an integrated rear deck lid spoiler have all contributed to give the Insignia its slippery shape. My test car stood out with its power red colour and settling in behind the driving wheel I was impressed with the re-

designed centre console and instrument cluster, giving it a fresh, high-tech look and with fewer buttons. It also had an eight-inch infotainment display with a simple-to-use touch-screen for controlling satnav, radio, phone and other features. This £22,334-priced fivedoor hatch model – a Tech Line 2.0CDTi 16v ecoFlex – also featured one of four new engines in the range. The 138bhp diesel unit achieves CO2 emissions of 98g/km and is capable of astonishing combined fuel economy of 76.3mpg, 62.8mpg urban and 88.3mpg extra urban. Stop/start technology and an active front air shutter in the lower front grille in this model help to produce these figures. High-mileage owners won’t

have to pull in for too many fuel stops with a full tank capable of travelling a distance of 1,175 miles. I thought the engine was a little noisy at tickover but other than that it performed well going up and down the six-speed manual gearbox. Acceleration was smart enough, going from start to 60mph in 10.5 seconds, and with a top speed of 127mph it cruised smoothly and quietly at motorway speeds. With improvements made to suspension and steering, ride comfort was good, even over some uneven surfaces, and handling was sharp enough out in the country. You get a high level of standard equipment in all trims with entry-model spec including LED daytime running lights, leather-covered steering wheel, cruise control, electric lumber and height adjustment on driver ’s seat, electrically adjustable heated door mirrors, CD/MP3 player, digital radio, and Bluetooth. Safety and security features include electronic stability control, remote control security alarm and deadlock and six airbags. There’s a lot to like in this latest Insignia and while fleet buyers account for the bulk of its sales – 80 per cent – this is a model well worth dropping into the showroom and having a test drive in. Since its launch 2008, Insignia has been a big player for Vauxhall in the mid-size sector and the latest streamlined version has the quality to attract even more buyers.

 A complete replacement bulb kit and the necessary tools required to change the light bulbs.  Two warning triangles.  A spare wheel and tyre be it a space saver or a correct size wheel, and the necessary tools required or an alternative system that allows the car to be moved.  The vehicle´s permiso de circulacion (vehicle owners document)  The vehicles ficha tecnica (vehicle technical document)  If the vehicle has a tow bar fitted and is pulling a trailer then the technical document for the trailer. The law was then modified in 2010 and stated that the following had to be carried:

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Two warning triangles. Reflective warning jackets that comply with the EU ruling and clearly displaying the manufacturer of said reflective jacket without reducing its effectiveness. As many reflective jackets should be carried as passengers who will assist in the reparation of the car.  A spare wheel and tyre be it a space saver or a correct size wheel, and the necessary tools required or an alternative system that allows the car to be moved.  The vehicle´s permiso de circulacion (vehicle owners document)  The vehicle´s ficha tecnica (vehicle technical document)  If the vehicle has a tow bar fitted and is pulling a trailer then the technical document for the trailer. The law was then modified very slightly in 2011 to the following:

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Two warning triangles. Reflective warning jackets that comply with the EU ruling. As many reflective jackets should be carried as passengers who will assist in the reparation of the car.  A spare wheel and tyre be it a space saver or a correct size wheel, and the necessary tools required or an alternative system that allows the car to be moved.  The vehicle´s permiso de circulacion (vehicle owners document)  The vehicle´s ficha tecnica (vehicle technical document)  If the vehicle has a tow bar fitted and is pulling a trailer then the technical document for the trailer.  Driver´s licence in date along with current required identity documents Please email any questions to emma@motorworldtenerife.com

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q. I have a 2006 1.7 cdti Zafira and it’s very sluggish when I pull away or am going up a hill. The turbo cuts in at 2.5 rpm. Sometimes my foot is flat on the floor and it will slowly increase in speed. Could this be the clutch? I tow a 750kg trailer but haven’t done since last year as I’m not sure it would cope. Any help would be appreciated.

A. Check or replace the MAF sensor. It is just after the air filter with an electrical plug attached. If they get dirty then you would get the symptoms described and it doesn’t always show up a fault light on the dash. Please email your questions to graham@motorworldtenerife.com .

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Revving up for 23 Granadilla motor rally

OTOR racing fans will be looking forward to June 20th and 21st, the much-anticipated dates for the 23rd Rallye Villa de Granadilla.

The Mayor, Francisco Jaime González Cejas was among those who attended the official launch, together with organisers, sponsors, some of the drivers and fans. President of Escudería Atogo and race director, José

Velázquez said all security arrangements would be in force but he appealed to supporters for their cooperation. He also thanked everyone involved, including Granadilla council, Tenerife Cabildo and all the backers for

allowing this new edition to become a reality. The rally is an important event and has some thrilling and historic stages, not least the section through Atogo. The official launch was held at the new auditorium in San Isidro, the SIEC, which will also be the epi-centre of the rally, hosting the data centre, car parks and work park. As

per usual, the starting ceremony and presentation of trophies will be at Los Hinojeros stadium in Granadilla. The stages are Arico (TC1 and TC3), La Cisnera – Granadilla (TC2 and TC4), La Martela – Fronton (TC 5 and TC7) and Atogo ( TC6 and TC8 ), some of them twice over. All the details are on www.rallyegranadilla.com. The Mayor stressed how much everyone was looking forward to the rally and he pledged the council’s continued support for years to come. There is an open invitation for everyone to attend, whether already fans of rallying or those interested who will almost certainly be converted. All the preliminaries take place on June 20th, followed by the rally on June 21st, with a 9am start from Los Hinojeros.

Praise for all after adapted games

ENERIFE Cabildo has shown its commitment towards sports for all.

All involved in the 27 th tournament for adapted sport were praised by island president, Carlos Alonso. He was speaking as the games came to a close in the Pabellón Insular Santiago Martín in La Laguna where 850 athletes had competed from 32 centres across the island. All ages took part in disciplines which included athletics, swimming, football and other adapted events.

The event was attended by special guests, amongst whom were paraolympic swimmers, Michelle Alonso and Alejandro Meneses. Sr. Alonso said adapted sport had many benefits and was one of the best ways to help the social integration of people with disabilities. In addition to the games, there were demonstrations of traditional Canary stickfighting, dance, singing, folk dancing and batucada.

Exciting martial arts event in Tenerife

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Kyodai Open Tenerife 2014: Martial Arts Tournament and Super-Workshops

N June 20th and 21st, the Hotel Maritim in Puerto de la Cruz will be hosting the annual Kyodai Open event, a tournament open to all martial styles for children (starting at four years old), women and men until + 55 years. Organised by the sport karate club Kyodai Spain, the Spanish branch of the International Kyodai Ryu Academy, the tournament will offer new disciplines such as Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, selfdefence and martial arts breaking as well as open hands and weapons forms and sparring. Come and see Tenerife’s best martial arts athletes; the entrance is free. On Friday, June 20th, three Super-Seminars will be offered by expert instructors: at 17:00

Extreme Weapons and Music Forms; at 18:00 a Point Fighting Seminar for children and adults, and at 19:00 a seminar on Female, Civilian and Military Self-defence. All seminars will take place at the Hotel Maritim’s Grand Salon, registrations accepted on site. On Saturday, June 21st, Kyodai Open Tenerife’s 2014 edition will open its doors at 9am to accepting last registrations. The official opening is at 10am and the competition begins with the

youngest martial artists at 11am. Black belts are expected to compete at approx 18:00. Athletes who want to participate are offered a free bus transfer (registration required by 14.06.2014) and the Hotel Maritim has special rates for rooms (call 922 37 90 00). The event is organised by Luis Cruz, who brought the martial sport Kyodai Ryu to Tenerife from America nine years ago. Kyodai Ryu (the brotherhood of the dragons) was founded in the nineties, and combines traditional karate with elements of self-defence to modern sport karate. The sharing of values and personal development also play a big

role in Kyodai Ryu lessons and the club has established a charity with the goal of supporting Tenerife’s deprived children and families. You can find the Karate Academy at Calle Tinguaro 28 in El Toscal, Los Realejos. For information and registration, contact Luis Cruz: 663 298 523 or per e-mail: kyodaiopen@gmail.com Kyodai Open 2014 is sponsored by the following businesses: Arena Sport, Tiendas Base, Delizia, Pub Bar Limbo, Cafetería Bar Central, Hotel Maritim, Puerto Print, Futorocoup, the Spanish Red Cross, Karaoke Bamba, Puerto Print, Dara Tours and Studio Garo.

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Sporting event shows united spirit

SECURITY TRAINING

Self-defence course a great success Pics by Gerard Zenou

SECOND SUCCESS

security training course held under the auspices of the International Professional Security Association in Tenerife surpassed all expectations. The IPSA was formed more than 50 years ago and is now recognised worldwide as a group which represents all those emplo-

yed in industrial or commercial security. The first course for police training, security and bodyguards was organised by

Francisco Robaina and taken by Martin Luna, who is an international teacher and instructor for the IPSA. It was attended by 35 participants who included members of the Civil Guard, local and national police and private security agents from the municipalities of Adeje,

Arona and Granadilla. All agreed it had been a resounding success and thanks were extended to Mr. Luna. Next on the agenda to continue security training will be an introduction to the defence technique, Krav Maga & Kapap.

ASOMADERO TRAIL

Rain presents extra challenge for runners

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A Espíritu Triabona” brought together 250 athletes for the second edition of this popular sporting event in Granadilla.

It also reflected its name in that spirit certainly did prevail; in terms of the spirit shown by competitors and supporters and generosity of spirit with the donation of food items by the children for those in need. The event is establishing itself as an important part of the Tenerife and Canary Islands’ sporting calendar. It is organised by Granadilla council’s sports department and Club Deportivo Espíritu Triabona and coincided with celebrations in honour of San Antonio de Padua so also proved a festive occasion. The first three home in the five kilometre test were José Pedro Corujo of Club Anthus Triatlón, Gabino Dorta and José Manuel González. In the ten kilometre test, Antonio Melo of C.A. Trivalle de Guímar was first past the line and was proclaimed champion. Behind him was his team-mate Nacho Martín and in third was Ayoze Pérez of Puerto Cruz Realejos. In the children’s test, the young competitors brought along one kilo of non-perishable food items in lieu of a registration fee and these were donated to the local branch of the Red Cross for distribution to needy families. As with the first edition of this event, the second was a huge success and there was a great atmosphere as runners tackled the street circuit. Both the council and Club Triabona were delighted and welcomed the involvement of everyone in what proved to be another great festival of sport.

THLETES who had to draw on all their strength and resources to tackle a gruelling race in Los Realejos had something else to contend with. Rain! For the first hour of the fourth Asomadero Trail, weather conditions were poor, making it even harder to tackle the 14.2 kilometres. In all, there were 258 runners and 243 completed the distance which included a sharp descent to test even the fittest competitor. The

route was along paths, forest trails and roads. Francisco Javier Martín notched up a commendable time of 01:27:52 whilst Petruna Balmus was first woman home in 01:53:21. Neither could break the existing records set by José Oliver Perera in 2013 at

01:22:28 or the 1:43:43 in 2012 by Sonia Prieto. Second man home was Orlando Pérez Sanjuán in a time of 01:27:52 with Francisco Javier González González in third on 01:29:04. Ana Begoña González Francisco was second lady home in 01:54:43 , followed by Leticia Martín Cabrera in 01:54:51. Mayor of Los Realejos,

Manuel Domínguez said the increase in competitors and improved organisation of the race proved that the municipality could host top sporting events and champion tourism promotion through sport. Sports councillor, Benito Dévora said they appreciated the support of everyone and the athletes for braving the rain. Those involved included members of the sports department, the running club Tenerife Trail, police, the volunteer firemen and Civil Protection. The event concluded with a giant paella for all participants and visitors and the presentation of trophies. There was also local food and wine to promote the gastronomic charms of the town and a raffle of sports items, provided by sponsors.

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Synchro-swim “The best night of boxing” on Tenerife club has secure future NEW AGREEMENT

ANTA Cruz council has guaranteed the future of the municipal school for synchronised swimming, for the time being at least.

An agreement has been signed between the sports department and the Santa Cruz Sports Group to keep it going until at least the summer of 2015. Sports councillor, Zósimo Darias said the synchronised swimming club was one of the facilities which had grown in the last year, by 25 per cent. The school is open to youngsters aged between

eight and 14 and is run by AD Santa Cruz which has more than 12 years of experience in this sector. Sr. Darias said both were a source of pride to the capital and with expert trainers, he was sure champions in this sport would be produced in the future. It was a sport with much visual beauty which also required strength, dedication and team-work.

RECISION planning and checks right up to the last minute meant a unique show of boxing could go-ahead in Los Cristianos.

Organisers of the tournament for amateur and profes-sional boxers said they went to meticulous lengths to make sure all the rules were adhered to. They were aware that other events had fallen foul of the requirements and were determined to ensure the greatest of safety and security for all involved. The hard work paid off as the night went ahead as planned

Race entrants will receive lottery tickets!

HREE sporting events are to take place in Tegueste on Sunday, June 29th and they could earn competitors a fortune.

Each person who takes part in the 14 kilometre Mountain Trail will receive two free tickets for the lottery “Sorteo del Oro”on July 17th. Likewise, there will be one free ticket for those entering the “Sendero

Solidario” solidarity walk over a route of seven kilometres or the 5.4 kilometre urban street race. The mountain trail and associated events are being organised for the third time by the Spanish Red Cross and will

benefit the UES project. This is a Social Emergency Unit whose main objective is to serve hot meals (sandwiches, hot drinks and fruit) at night with a vehicle suitable for this purpose. The proceeds will also go towards the day centre, both being run for the homeless. The Red Cross is being helped in the organisation by Tegueste council and the Canary Athletics Federation. The mountain trail will leave the plaza de San Marcos at 9am and there are two routes. The longest covers 14 kilometres (through the zones of El Naciente, El Sardán, la Degollada, La Orilla, El Nieto and El Caidero) and the second, over 5.4 kilometres passes through the town’s streets. The fee for the mountain race is 15 euros, whilst the street circuit is six euros. Registration is through the Red

STAR PERFORMANCE

World duathlon bronze for Puerto athlete

HERE was a hero’s welcome for a Tenerife athlete when he flew home from a prestigious tournament on the mainland.

Rubén Velázquez of Club Bicistar del Puerto de la Cruz took part in the World Duathlon championships in Galicia and clinched a bronze medal with his outstanding performance. This was the best-ever local position in this competition in history and prompted cheers and congratulation posters from family and friends as Rubén touched down at Tenerife’s north airport. “We are very proud of Rubén and the effort made by the whole team,” said the head of Club Bicistar, Domingo Yanes. “We decided to give him a test of this nature because we had confidence in him and this was amply demonstrated through the achievement of this important title at a very high level.” The tournament in Pontevedrá brought together more than 1,400 athletes. Rubén finished less than one minute behind British competitor Ben Cockburn who notched up a time of 58:45, followed by Spain’s Pelayo Menéndez in 58.57. Rubén’s

time was 59:09. This latest success continues a dream season for Rubén who is already Champion of Spain in this discipline. He is already top of the regional ranking which along with his Spanish title and the bronze in the World Duathlon, makes him one of the most successful athletes of the islands. Although he has participated in many sports, he has concentrated on duathlon and cyling. During 2014, only three athletes in the world were able to complete their duathlon in under one minute and Rubén was one of them.

Cross or the council, call 922 25 96 26. As a third option, people can take part in the “Senderos Solidarios” which follows the same path as the mountain trail and is described as “medium difficulty”. Departure is from the San Marcos plaza at 9.30am, half an hour after the main races. The distance is over seven miles and you can bring along your pet. There will be guides from the “Tegueste te invita” project. Registration is five euros. Again, phone 922 25 96 26 (Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 19:00). In addition, you can register on the morning of the walk between 8am and 9am. The Mayor, José Manuel Molina said Tegueste was committed to such events, which not only turned the spotlight on sport but also showed solidarity for people in need. Interested persons may obtain more information on the Red Cross Volunteer Facebook Tenerife www.carrerasolidariacre.blog.com blog or page of the Athletics Federation www.atletismocanario.es Canaria.

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at was described as one of the best evenings of boxing ever presented on the island. The event was hosted by the Boxing Club Povedano de Arona and La Pepa Food Market on calle Texas. Nearly 1,000 people enjoyed the bouts which featured players from Adeje Boxing School, the gym Spartacus&Noble Arte, TeideBox gym and the Boxing School Malpaso del Hierro. Coach Manuel Povedano was thanked for all his hard work, as were all the fans who attended.

TRIUMPH AT LAST

Fun golf at Los Palos

HE traditional encounter between the Scally Waggs Golf Society versus the Britannia Golf Society was held on June 8th and 9th.

The Scally Waggs have played against Britannia for the past four years and lost but this was their year. At the fifth time of asking, Scally Waggs triumphed by beating Britannia over the two day competition. Los Lagos, Adeje on Sunday 8th June; Scally Waggs 6 Britannia 0 Individual Winner - Dave Cheetham. N /Pin - Dave Cheetham A&B course - Adeje Monday 9th June; Scally Waggs 3 Britannia 1. Individual winner - Paul

Murter. N/Pin - Tom Pogson. A special thanks to everyone who donated prizes for the raffle and The Golf Shop for a golf bag. A special thanks to San Mugel de Abono Lions Club and Arona, Las Galletas, Costa Del Silencio Lions Club who both gave 500 euros each. The total raised is 2400 euros. This money is going to Carol Salisbury who is fund-raising to buy a bus for cancer patients to have transport to Candelaria Hospital for their treatment.

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