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Himalayan challenge Showing true Canarian courage and canny, Juan Diego Amador and David Pérez conquered the mighty forces of nature in the name of their beloved Islands. On September 16 at 8.25pm, they stood atop a 6,025 metre high virgin summit in the Indian Himalayan Region and raised the Canary Islands’ flag, naming the peak ‘Islas Canarias’. They always wanted to climb a summit in the Himalayas which had never been reached before and have it recognised as the Canary Islands in the international mountaineering world.

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Canarian flag flying at an altitude of 6,025 metres

Climate conundrum “The Canary Islands have just experienced the hottest summer in 30 years”, said Jesús Agüera, the state meteorology department’s representative on the Islands. The average temperatures in the archipelago were 1.5 degrees Celsius above normal summer figures, as 2017 became the second warmest summer season since 1965. These temperatures were also reflected in the ocean which recorded its highest statistics for 15 years. The highest temperature at official sites was registered in August in Lanzarote at the airport meteorology station where the mercury stopped at 41.3 degrees, closely followed by the village of Tasarte in La Aldea de San Nicolas in the southwest of Gran Canaria which hit 41.2 degrees. Spain is a hot country and accustomed to high temperatures, and the thermometer climbing to 40 and above is not uncommon in the peninsula, but it is here.

Paralleling the high temperatures was a lower than normal rainfall, approximately 40 per cent less than usual, resulting in shortages in the drinking water supply in some areas and an increase of forest fire risk. This past summer has seen frequent warnings published, barbecue sites suspended, some forest roads closed and agricultural equipment which causes sparks banned. Sadly, there was still a fire in Gran Canaria which took one life and affected several boroughs. September marked the beginning of autumn and the warm trend continues, although the season is forecast for only marginally higher than normal temperatures and, with the exception of November, rainfall is expected to be minimal.

What do we need to prepare for? The issue is topical, especially now that coalition negotiations

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Canarian peak

The hottest summer in 30 years

with the Greens are taking place in Germany and they are insisting on significant changes to halt climate change. Climate researcher Wolfgang Cramer is one of 100 colleagues working on a special report commissioned by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change

(IPCC), and together with his colleague Joel Guiot from the French research institute CNRS, Cramer recently presented a study based on the evaluation of pollen. Using information from a database that documented pollen discoveries over the last 10,000 years, it has been possible to determine where things have grown and when. From this, conclusions can be drawn about earlier vegetation zones and future forecasts can be calculated. They noted that vegetation has changed rapidly in recent years and, although it has mostly gone unnoticed, the timing of when the changes actually become perceptible is getting shorter and shorter. Researchers agree that rapid and radical action is needed to prevent the Earth’s overall atmospheric temperature from increasing by more than one and a half degrees Celsius. Continued on page three

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Tenerife mountaineers

Flying the flag Continued from front page Not only did they accomplish such a climb, they’ve already submitted their application to the Indian Mountaineering Foundation for the summit to be named after the Canaries. Climbing a previously untouched mountain was a big risk. Not only did Juan Diego and David have to choose a mountain without fully knowing what to expect, they were also aware that in the event of an accident, a rescue mission would be almost impossible – and the nearest hospital was 18 hours away by car. The two mountaineers were on their own after leaving Camp 1 at an altitude of about 5,000 metres. They were aware of the dangers they were facing, not to mention the changing weather conditions. It was unusually cold for the season; in fact it even snowed heavily. They calculated that they would need about 10 to 15 hours to reach the summit and they began their journey at 3am. Initially, they made good progress but about halfway up the ice became darker and less reliable. In this area, the younger David took the initiative as he had some experience in similar terrain. After the challenge, they both explained: "Each of us offered what we could, and we complemented each other perfectly". Ice sheets alternated with large blocks of granite. From their camp, this area hadn't looked so difficult, but by the time they had the tricky zone behind them it was already 4pm. They should have reached the summit. At that point they were unsure of what to do. Often, mountaineers have to give up a challenge shortly before reaching their goal because of the dangers involved in continuing. They had to make a decision: turn back or camp in the snowstorm with just one thermal blanket. They decided that they had already passed the point of no return. Amador said: "It wouldn't be the first time we slept in an ice cave!"

fact that they had been on the go for over 12 hours consumed their physical and psychological strength. At about 7.30pm, they faced the final hurdle. Pérez recalled: "We practically sank knee-deep into the snow. It was a tiring final spurt. For me, this was the worst part". They reached the peak after 17 exhausting hours. In a triangle surrounded by rocks, they stood on the top of the mountain and hoisted the Canarian flag, enjoying their great moment. Looking back now, Amador philosophised: "The feeling of knowing that you are standing on ground that no other person has ever walked on is incredibly intense. You connect to all of nature and humanity. It was undoubtedly one of the most beautiful moments the mountains have ever given me".

All night long After the uplifting summit experience, they had a long night ahead of them - on the mountain. A descent in the

the temperature had dropped to minus 15 degrees Celsius. Every 20 minutes we forced ourselves to get up and walk

arrived and stirred them into life, lifting their spirits for the descent. At first they started to go down the same path they had climbed. Later they used some rock canals to abseil down and gain time, and all the while it was snowing heavily. Snowdrifts kept sweeping over them and they feared that the situation could worsen. Finally, at 8.15pm, after 43 incredible hours, they arrived back at Camp 1 where their colleague Jorge Rojas was impatiently waiting. He had been extremely concerned about his friends, who’d been away far longer than planned.

Don't stop believing Amador concluded: "Without a doubt, this was one of my most dangerous climbs. It was varied and unpredictable, and would be a challenge for any mountaineer. It was a pure pleasure for me to master this task with David. We worked together

really well. It wasn’t easy as we had to be as fast as possible without neglecting safety.” After the successful expedition they made their way home, taking with them the most important souvenir of all: the knowledge that they had fought a brave victory over nature’s forces on behalf of n our proud Islands.

Juan Diego Amador and David Pérez named the peak Islas Canarias

dark would have been suicidal despite their helmet lanterns, so they sat on their backpacks. Pérez explained: "It was the hardest night I've ever spent in the mountains. We only had a small thermal blanket which was in shreds by midnight. It was constantly snowing and

around to avoid frostbite".

On top of the world The long night edged slowly, until dawn finally

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Climate change

Continued from front page This would only be realistic if changes were not only thought of and spoken about, but implemented in turbo mode. If everything remains the same, an increase of four degrees up to the end of the century can hardly be prevented. That would almost certainly mean the devastation of northern Africa and southern Europe including parts of Spain. Water reserves will become scarce and longer summers of over 40 degrees Celsius will make agriculture impossible. If the expected range of between two and a half and three degrees of warming remains, the consequences will be severe, but at the same time less so than the worst-case scenario. Climate change is a serious issue of our time, for which a global solution must be found. It’s not an exaggerated invention by environmental activists who want to put themselves in the limelight, it has been documented by a European

study carried out by the British Ecological and Hydrographic Centre in cooperation with the Technical University of Munich and published in the journal Global Change Biology. They examined the current situation and development in 17 European countries and changes are already taking place. In parts of England, they can now cultivate grapevines and olives and the Iberian Peninsula is already the most affected. In just three decades, the summer has been extended by 23 days. Statistically, this means that it starts two weeks earlier and ends nine days later. Less precipitation in the form of snow and rain means that the reservoirs' capacities will be greatly reduced. Less and less water is becoming an acute problem for agriculture, add to that extreme weather conditions such as hail, downpours and heat waves. Inappropriately, new golf courses are being built in already dry areas and agriculture in Andalusia has been

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Beaches like Playa El Bollullo could diminish

partly converted to irrigationintensive products instead of more resistant species such as citrus and olives.

What does it mean for the Canaries? Tourism is an important sector of the Canary Islands' economy.

It accounts for around one third of the gross domestic product. The trend of recent years shows that more and more holidaymakers are paying attention to energy-saving measures and sustainability in their holiday accommodation. The renovation and new construction of tourist facilities should be carried

out with a view to sustainability. Jorge Marichal, president of Tenerife’s hotels’ association Ashotel, recently signed an agreement with Ecovidrio to promote the recycling of glass. About 48 per cent of glass waste in Spain is produced by hotels. In 2016, Canarians recycled a total of 35,625,645

kilograms of glass. That's 16.9 kilos per head. Lecturers Matías González Hernández, Carmelo León González, Jorge Araña Padilla and Ana Rodríguez Zubiaurre have highlighted the vulnerability of the Islands’ ecosystem to climate change. They see the greatest danger in a rise in sea level, which is currently estimated at around five to 10 centimetres per decade. This will mean the loss of parts of beaches and ecosystems. Another danger is the loss of biodiversity in flora and fauna due to changes in environmental conditions and stress. Under worse case scenarios, if temperatures increase by four degrees the hottest and most barren islands of Fuerteventura and Lanzarote could even become uninhabitable. Global changes are needed to counteract climate change. But every little helps. This includes upgrading to renewable energy instead of remaining dependn ent on fossil fuels.

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Hindu tradition For many years, Tenerife has had a close relationship with the Hindu community and their culture. Throughout the year, many Canarians take part in the traditions and festivals celebrated by the Indian community. For example, on October 19, Diwali will be colourfully and enthusiastically received. It's a slightly different way to celebrate a kind of Christmas and New Year based on the lunar calendar. The celebration is typically spent surrounded by family and friends, concentrating on gods, light and donations. Akhilesh K. Upadhyay, Tenerife’s Hindu priest would like to see the fiesta celebrated jointly. The light is supposed to purify the atmosphere and bring happiness to all the families of the island. Diwali celebrates the return of the Ayodhya people’s god Rama after 14 years in exile. On his return the population celebrated a festival of lights with candles, oil lamps and music. Hindus concentrate on three of their gods during Diwali: Lakshmi, the goddess

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Colour and light A symbol of light and cleansing

Lots of sweets are eaten at the colourful family celebration

Diwali is a gigantic festival of lights

Ganesh, Lakshmi and Saraswati are the deities worshipped at Diwali

of success, Ganesh the god of new beginnings and Saraswati, the goddess of wisdom. Light has an important role to play during Diwali. Akhilesh explained: “In Hindu culture,

the Diwali night is celebrated on New Moon. They say it's the blackest night of the year that's why candles are lit everywhere. A more scientific explanation of why we light candles is because four months before the Diwali festival is the rainy season in India. When the rain is over, there are a lot of bacteria and viruses. That's why 50 or even 100 candles are lit in every house. There are mil-

lions of them all over India. It cleans the air and removes all bad things. It's basically a cleansing ritual. “In some Indian provinces, the beginning of the new year is celebrated on this day but officially, according to the Indian constitution, the new year starts in April. In Gujarat and Maharashtra people celebrate Diwali New Year. On this day everything changes. It stands for a new beginning in business and at home. This year we say goodbye to 2074 and welcome 2075. Some are doing this during Diwali now, others will do it next April. “Personal relationships are very important and the whole family meets to pray together. All mem-

Akhilesh K. Upadhyay explains the Diwali festival

bers pray in the same way and for the same reason - the family’s happiness. The day is also important in business life. It’s a day for tidying up and praying for economic success. The celebration is the most energetic

and profitable night of the year and is accompanied with a family meal and social gathering. It’s intended to show that Hindus are the happiest on this night, which gives them strength to continue n a good life of prosperity.

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Trout farm deaths

Horrified local residents photographed the event

Since its opening over four decades ago on land previously used to propagate pine trees, many residents and tourists have visited the Aguamansa trout farm in North Tenerife. The wily have even made use of the nearby public barbecue area at La Caldera and whilst one member of the group set the fire going, the rest could go shopping for local salad produce and wine as well as fresh trout. If you timed it right you could be eating the tasty fish less than half an hour after they were swimming around. Alas, no longer.

The trout farm has been summarily closed. Details of a vet’s visit back in June for a routine, preventative, prescribed treatment with antibiotics against infections induced by the heat, caused a polemic as the excess water from the facility goes into the public supply that serves some of the Orotava Valley and a part of La Laguna. Officials were adamant that all the necessary filtering, treatment and screening procedures were stringently followed to ensure the quality of the public drinking water. However, the Tenerife Council requested for a

visit from the Canarian Health Department and the facility was closed almost immediately afterwards. The official reason given was that it didn’t fulfil the economic function it was designed for the sale of trout - and was no longer a commercial enterprise. Little publicity was given to the venture when it was open, despite its long history, and the trout were excellent, very fresh and about half the price of fish in supermarkets flown in from sources much further away. At least one restaurant nearby made its living and reputation from their trout dishes.

The furore caused in the neighbourhood isn’t so much about the closure, but the way it was done. The vet’s visit was back in June and the authorities had three months before the Health Department’s visit to decide what they wanted to do if economic viability was really the issue, but apparently, no plans were made and the water supply was simply switched off. Without running water, the 12,000 trout died slow and agonising deaths of asphyxia. Surely if the trout were edible, they could have been given to a non-profit organisation to help the hungry/ homeless, and if they were contaminated then consumers should have been warned. Neighbours claim they could have stayed on as the tourist draw they were, together with the greenhouses raising endemic varieties of trees and the examples of rescued wildlife recovering in an enclosure at the same facility. When the farm opened in 1972, no one could have predicted this sad and scandalous end. This is not the way to deal with living creatures and both the Tenerife Council and the Canarian Health Department should be held n accountable.

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Park life In response to local demand, the councillor for public works and services in San Sebastián de La Gomera, Iria Mesa, has announced a project to create a new dog park. Occupying around 220 square metres, it will be located inside the Parque La Torre del Conde. Mesa stated: “We are taking this first step, not only for residents but also to work towards a better coexistence with our pets”. The park is intended to help give the town’s pooches a space which meets their needs. Mesa added: “We also hope that this will help keep the streets cleaner”. At the same time, she referred to the recent approval of a new borough by-law regarding the ownership of pets and the launch of a new protocol for collecting and caring for abandoned animals, giving real solutions to the problems that most worry residents. The San Sebastián dog park will be equipped with benches, playground equipment and a well for drinking water. There will also be a dispenser where owners will find plastic bags to remove n anything their four-legged friends leave behind.

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Investigation underway

Who started Gran Canaria’s latest fire? Gran Canaria is mourning one of its residents after the devastating forest fire that began on September 20, burning 2,800 hectares of forest and taking the life of Carin Ostman. The cause of the blaze remains unknown, but criminal proceedings have been opened as experts are “almost certain” it was started by an arsonist. In an initial statement on the incident, president of the Island Council, Antonio Morales, along with environment councillor Miguel Ángel Rodríguez, and fire investigators Juan Carlos Santana and Federico Grillo, left no doubt about experts’ conclusions to date. Morales indicated that the chances of it having a natural cause, such as a lightning strike, were minimal, especially as there had been three other fires in the same area during the last 18 months. This can only raise the question as to whether it was started by sparking machinery, or whether there is an arsonist with a grudge, or possibly several of them. Police and Guardia Civil

officers are keeping quiet on the possibilities at the moment so as to “not influence investigations”. The horrific inferno broke out in the early afternoon. Several members of the public called emergency services but by that time it was already quite large, as the rugged terrain means that some time can pass before a column of smoke becomes visible. The speed at which it spread, fuelled by fast winds, was terrible, surprising even firefighters. The nature reserve around the summit region was soon ablaze, with the boroughs of San Mateo, San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Valsequillo, Agüimes, Santa Lucía, Ingenio, Valleseco and Telde being most affected. Around 400 people were evacuated from mountain villages and, of course, one local woman sadly lost her life. Carin Ostman had been living in Los Llanos de Ana López, San Mateo, for around 20 years. Originally from Sweden and 60 years old, she alerted all her neighbours to the danger

The fire roared near houses in mountain villages. Sadly, there was no escape for Carin Ostman or many of her animals

and then tried to release her animals so they could escape before taking herself to safety. Unfortunately, her body was found around 600 metres from her home. Many of her animals also perished. In an attempt to stop the blaze from spreading, task forces initially concentrated on controlling its external borders, with the help of helicopters and firefighting aircraft. During the most intensive phase of the conflagration, the flames raced up to 40 metres high. The fire appeared to be under control on the second day, but flickered again a few hours later. After several days

The flames raged into the night sky up to 40 metres high

the danger level was lowered to ‘one’ but there were still many hot spots where smouldering brush could ignite again. Therefore, residents were asked to avoid affected forest areas. Thankfully, even in mountain villages most of the houses could be saved, many residents having followed the recommendation to keep an area of about 15 metres free from vegetation around their homes. There was, however, one emblematic building destroyed: the Parador Hotel in Tejeda. The 29 guests accommodated there were evacuated in plenty of time, but the flames devas-

tated the exterior and at least 17 of the 44 rooms. Antonio Morales announced an early action plan to rebuild the distinctive hotel. Luckily, early reports suggest that the structure of the building is still sound. It is currently 60 per cent fully booked, but people will not be let down as they have been offered alternatives in the surrounding area. Nevertheless, it hit Jess Wallace and Borja Ramos particularly hard. The couple had wanted to celebrate their wedding at the hotel on the weekend of the fire and had invited 112 guests. They made a statement saying: “We would like to thank Gonzalo

Alejo, director of the Parador de Cruz de Tejeda, who helped us switch the celebration to another venue in the south of the island. We didn't want to cancel because so many guests had come from far away". It is now time to track down those responsible for this latest catastrophe. Last August a fire was started in La Palma when a German recluse burnt used toilet paper in the forest. The resulting inferno killed a firefighter from Gran Canaria, and 27 year old Scott Verdine Stumpf faced the judicial process in May of this year. He was sentenced to three and a half years in prison and a four month fine of €2 per day, as well as the costs of the fire, reforestation and damage repairs, estimated to be around €1.87 million. The German turned himself in and admitted guilt immediately after the fire started. Though the perpetrator of the Gran Canaria blaze is still unknown, they too will probably face similar charges and n penalisation.

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Taurus 2

The meat palace

A refreshing Caesar salad

All photos: Sadik Belkhayate, Chef, Restaurant Taurus 2

The delicious Chateaubriand

Perched over the Atlantic, Restaurant Taurus 2 claims your attention as an idyllic establishment where Argentinian grill (parrillada) and Italian cuisine combine to offer you a festival of flavours in the midst of a welcoming, family ambiance. The first thing you notice when you arrive at the arched ramp lined with a double file of Buddhist statues, is the covered terrace which runs along the extensive façade, affording stunning coastal views. Once inside the main salon, behind the clear glass windows, you can see the grill and large, busy kitchen from which emerges the succulent delicacies on offer at Restaurant Taurus 2, and where they attend to your needs in English, German or Italian. “We recommend the meat in Taurus 2”, advised Claudio Miguel González González, the executive chef of the Gourmetland group before our visit.

The magnificent double Angus hamburger

“We prepare Argentinian meat, although we also have freshlymade pasta every day and paellas too, all top quality. However, the meat is exceptional and when you view the large display case you will see for yourself that it’s impressive. We have a grill which is almost eight metres long where we prepare the meat to an excellent standard”. Because Restaurant Taurus 2 offers Argentinian cuisine as well as typical Spanish and Italian dishes, it gives you the opportunity to try the famous grill characterised by high quality meat, mainly from Argentinian stock, but also the finest Spanish beef. Restaurant manager Roberto Castro adds: “We also offer fish, pasta and pizzas”. And when you take a look at the menu, together with the breads and focaccias, you will find most types of traditional salads, hors d'oeuvre and tapas (from garlic prawns and battered squid

Spaghetti Frutti di Mare for pasta lovers

A tasty Hawaii pizza

rings to nachos with cheese or a selection of spicy sausages and black pudding). You can choose between a wide range of grilled fish, paellas, outstanding hamburgers like the Double Angus with 500g of meat and a variety of pizzas (such as the pizza Taurus with Iberian ham, rocket and parmesan), and the offers

which make Restaurant Taurus 2 so popular: the special cuts and charcoal-grilled Argentinian/Spanish meat, and chicken dishes. Immediately your appetite will overflow because of the enormous choice of taste-explosive dishes, and you may have to ask the manager for assistance in making the best choice. “Pork ribs on the barbecue or with Diablo sauce are very good; a huge beef chop for two

people that we put on a small grill with a little salt and fat and cook in front of the client; large veal chops which people tend to adore, and there’s our fillet steak too. That’s the meat, and we also have great fish: gilt-head bream in fillets or split and served whole, and we have locally-caught wreckfish”. To help you digest such flavourful and filling dishes, Castro explained that you can choose from a wide range of “Canarian and national wines, especially Rioja and Ribera del Duero”. The restaurant is ideal for families too, and they haven’t missed a single detail to make the visit perfect for the smallest members of your household. The manager explained: “We have half a dozen dishes at the moment. But of course, we can always incorporate a youngster’s choice from the main menu. For example if a child wants a half portion of a dish off the menu, we can do that without a problem.” The cherry on the cake of every meal is always the succulent dessert menu, and there is a

revolving display case where you can see exquisite homemade desserts. However, the house speciality is a brownie with hot chocolate and vanilla. A sundown soirée and dinner on the exterior terrace, looking out over the Atlantic, is a unique experience. A place where you can watch how they prepare your succulent charcoal-grilled meat dishes through the window to the kitchen whilst being looked after with a prompt and friendly service. For all of these reasons, a trip to Restaurant Taurus 2 is a must for food lovers visiting Playa de Las Américas. n

Restaurant Taurus 2 Tenerife Royal Gardens Apartments C/ Luis Díaz de Losada, 5 Playa de Las Américas, Arona Open: Everyday 11.30am to 11.30pm Reservations: 922 753 185 Website: www.gourmetland.es

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Smuggling failure

Pigeons carry contraband to prisoners extremely worrying, especially as drones have been used in prisons in other areas of Spain. He also added that they can transport much heavier parcels and are now readily available and can be bought and used by anyone.

Due to physical limitations, carrier pigeons can only carry a small load. Drones can do much more, however

birth to young there to keep returning to a location”, a wellknown pigeon keeper told the newspaper. However, they also went on to point out that pigeons can only carry light loads weighing just a few grams, such as messages or small amounts of drugs. The telephone episode was a fine example, as the bird

have failed, but we consider the problem with drones to be a serious one. The El Rosario prison has 120,000 square metres of outside area. That's a lot of space, especially when even a child can fly a drone nowadays. Due to the lack of

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The end of September saw an unusual case opened, with an exhausted carrier pigeon being discovered inside Tenerife II prison with a mobile phone strapped to its back. The communications device was evidently on its way to one of the inmates of the jail, which is located in the northern region of El Rosario. However, the load was too heavy for the unwitting smuggler, as it collapsed before it could reach its destination. Similar cases have already been reported on the Spanish mainland and in South America, and the Tenerife prison guards suspect this was not the first time a pigeon has been used to introduce contraband: drugs such as cocaine and cannabis having been favourite loads in other cases. According to experts consulted by the newspaper Diario de Avisos, it is almost certain that the bird was bred within the prison walls. "It's not enough to just feed a pigeon daily. They must be born in a place or have given

was physically unable to carry out its mission. The case is currently being investigated, but trade unions and professional associations have used the incident to highlight their ongoing concerns regarding low staffing levels at the penitentiary, stating that, ultimately, fewer personnel

mean less safety for everyone, both inmates and guards. Technological advances also mean that vigilance has to be stepped up, particularly regarding the use of drones for smuggling. Rafael Paniza, provincial representative of the Association of Prison Guards (AFFP), explained that the situation is

Even a child can fly a drone nowadays

Bernardo Fernández, spokesperson for the independent CSIF trade union agrees, and also drove home the point that current understaffing problems have been going on for a while. He went on to say: “The attempt with the pigeon may

personnel, it is not possible to keep an eye on the entire exterior at all times.” Investigations into the events at Tenerife II prison continue, but those in the know say that the only solution is to improve n staffing levels.

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Palmetum paradise

From landfill to botanical wonder park, they can simply enjoy the sights or take the opportunity to learn about the flora and their natural habitats, thanks to the wealth of information on display.

tional red list of threatened species. Of these, 73 are considered critical and two are already extinct in their natural habitats. In the case of palm trees, the stock comprises over

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The Palmetum botanical garden in Santa Cruz has a fascinating history. Opened on January 28, 2014, by Prince Felipe of Asturias, (then heir to the throne) and his wife Princess Leticia, the now world-respected botanical paradise is set in an area which was once a blot on the city’s landscape. Until 1983, a large plot near to where the auditorium and swimming pools sit today was the city’s garbage dump. When it closed it left a 40 metre high, 12 hectare mountain of rubbish. However, after many years in the planning, building work to transform the wasteland into a green idyll began in 1996. With a cost of around €4 million, the first phase was largely financed by European funding. At the same time, cultivation of the plants which would inhabit it was also started. Today, the area houses Europe’s largest collection of palm trees from all over the world, as well as an impressive array of flora, some of it endangered. All the

Typical Canarian flora

plants are cultivated according to ecological criteria without the use of poisonous chemicals. The lush grounds are divided into several themed zones according to the plants’ origins, including the Canary Islands, Central and South America,

the Caribbean, Australia, Asia, Africa, New Caledonia, Melanesia, Hawaii and Madagascar. In addition, a central, semiunderground octagon is home to flora that thrives in a location with a constant climate, higher humidity and no wind.

Various brooks, fountains and ponds reinforce the idyllic feel to the location, which also boasts magnificent views of Santa Cruz and the Atlantic Ocean. As visitors follow the paths that gently lead them through the

A silvery shimmering beauty - the Bismarckia nobilis

Rare palms and curiosities The collection comprises around 2,000 species of plants from tropical and subtropical climates. Around 100 are on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s interna-

400 species, many of which are on the endangered list. Hence, the palm garden is not only a wonderful attraction for both visitors and residents alike, but is also making a huge contribution to the conservation of rare plant life.

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The area facing the city, and the first to be encountered upon entering the park, is dedicated to flora of the Canary Islands, such as dragon trees, juniper, and a whole range of native succulents, bushes and herbs. There are, of course, examples of the Canarian date palm. Now grown in many other parts of the world, including California and China, it has become popular due to its high tolerance of colder conditions. There is an exciting array of palm trees to view as one continues deeper into the park, some of which are particularly striking due to their remarkable shapes or colours. One such specimen is Bismarckia nobilis from Madagascar. Its leaves, which can reach a width of over 3 metres in the wild, are coated with a layer of wax which reflects the sunlight beautifully. In their homeland, the sweet, fragrant seed capsules were spread mainly by the indigenous ratite birds. Now extinct, these days their work is done by grazing cows. Further on, the sugar palm from Asia has an intriguing life cycle. The tree blossoms for the first and only time at about 15 to 20 years of age, after which it dies. Nevertheless, it is widespread and not

threatened by extinction. The fruits are poisonous but the leaves and fibres are used as building materials and for making baskets. Sometimes

No botanical garden in the Canaries would be complete without a few banana trees. Grown for thousands of years for their tasty fruit, bananas are still cultivated across many of the warmer areas of the world, including here in the archipelago. In the Palmetum garden, four very unusual species can be found. One of these is the so-called ‘red banana’, which has a reddish-purple skin and flesh that is cream to light pink in colour. Rich in vitamin A, it has a stronger taste than its

popular cousin and is slightly sweeter. These are just some of the delights the Palmetum has to offer, and it’s well worth making the time to see its many wonders. Find it on Avenida de La Constitución. It is open daily from 10am to 6pm, and admission costs just €6 for an adult; €3 for residents. There are various discounts for children and those over 65 years, etc. More information can be found at: www. n palmetumtenerife.es.

when imagining a palm tree. All parts of the plant are used for the creation of everyday items, and the delicious coconuts are a good source of pro-

Lake Madagascar with its lovely moorhens

the crown is cut off prematurely in order to extract sugar or to make wine from the palm juice. In contrast to Canarian palms, which can be tapped every five years to obtain the Islands’ palm honey, there is only one opportunity with the sugar palm and it comes at a high cost – the tree will not flower once the crown is cut. There are also various examples of coconut palms, one of the most common palm species around. The plants’ curved trunks, which grow towards the sun, are the essence of what most people would think of

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Coconut palms develop their distinctive curve as they grow towards the sun

In the octagon, the visitor walks through a jungle environment

tein, healthy fats and an array of vitamins and minerals. As the plant is often found near the beach, it has developed a useful way of spreading its seed – the coconuts float along the coast and wash up in many different areas.

The garden’s fascinating palm trees include unusual specimens such as these fan palms

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Lyric Festival

Concert in aid of San Juan Association

A number of artists will perform in Madrid to raise funds for Asociación San Juan based in Adeje

A host of artists will perform in Madrid to raise funds for Asociación San Juan based in Adeje, South Tenerife. Since 1994, the association has been running their Pedealogical and Social Therapy centre, working with children and adults suffering with disabilities and handicaps. Fiesta de La Lírica (Lyric Festival) was recently announced and will take place in the Teatro Real in Madrid on October 20 to raise funds for the Adeje-based centre. Present at the press conference were Adeje councillor for social welfare and diversity Isabel Fernández González, presi-

The concert will take place in the Teatro Real in Madrid on October 20

dent of the Asociación San Juan Ana Oneida Borges Medina, soprano and honorary patron of the association Isabel Rey,

José Manuel de La Cruz from the concert sponsor Endesa, and the executive producer of the gala event, Carlos Marén.

Isabel Rey said that this year there would be many top European artists using this concert to perform for the first time in Spain, and many others who were disappointed as their schedules wouldn’t permit them to take part. “It’s so moving that so many people wanted to be involved”, she said. “We have created an event that is loved by the public and opera singers alike. They all want to help the Asociación San Juan”. International tenors such as Christoph Strehl and Piotr Beczala and soprano Elena Mosuk join many others on stage for this fundraising spectacular. Ticket prices have been designed to allow everyone to attend, with prices from €7 to €80 and are now on sale via: www.teatro-real.com/es/temporada-17-18/conciertos-y-recitales/iv-fiesta-lirica-endesa. The website also has a ‘row zero’ on sale for those who cannot attend but would like to donate. Adeje councillor Isabel Fernández González congratulated the organisers of the event and the ongoing contribution the association makes to society. “I have already bought my ticket, and you need to buy yours quickly as

International solidarity

Help for hurricane victims

Gran Canaria’s Island Council has announced that it will donate €150,000 to help the poor countries affected by Hurricane Irma. The hurricane devastated parts of wealthy countries such as the United States, but also very poor areas like Haiti, the Antilles, the Dominican Republic and Cuba. Following the storms and floods, many people have been left with nothing and that is where Gran Canaria wants to help. The island’s councillor for international solidarity, Carmelo Ramírez, declared: “Within the framework of international aid, the Island Council is donating €150,000 via the Red Cross. The sum of €50,000 will go to Cuba to help the people there. The storm crossed the island from south to north, raging mainly in the interior and the capital”. According to current International Red Cross estimates, the hurricane swept away entire regions and villages, causing almost 100 deaths, numerous casualties and many missing persons. The worst news is that the hurricane season is not over yet, there’s more to come. n

Red Cross workers go to wherever their help is most needed

they will soon sell out”, she urged. Asociación San Juan is a centre for curative education and social therapy promoting an education and way of life which promotes human rights, a level of self- determination,

and the integration of individuals who need special assistance. The centre works for the social, cultural and professional integration of adults who have development problems and need n special care.

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Keddy’s Entertainment

Top of the class! As a duo travelling around Tenerife we get to see all types of entertainers, whether solo singers, duos, trios or full bands. There are too many to interview everyone! Some have been here for many years while others have arrived recently. We recently chatted with a lovely young lady who came to Tenerife only last year and is already making a big impact on the music scene on our wonderful island. We at Keddy’s Entertainment thought we’d catch up with our very own Katie Jay for a chat on her background and how she made the move to Tenerife. “Whilst my career as a professional singer is only a short story so far, my journey getting to this point is not. I first showed an interest in entertaining at the young age of four years after seeing Michael Jackson perform on TV, and I was instantly hooked. I spent most of my Saturdays as a child at various dance and theatre schools, becoming more and more accustomed to being on stage, but my main interest was singing thanks to the influence I had at home. I grew up surrounded by music as my dad was a singer on the circuit in the UK after previously working as a solo singer and in various bands all over Europe, as well as on cruise ships. I would often go to watch him perform at the weekends and we have many pictures of me sat on the edge of the stage looking up at him while he entertained the audience. I continued to study drama, dance and sing into my teens and when it came to leaving

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a computer game audio company. Working with businesses like Sega, my roles went from audio editing to casting to localisation to QA management to directing VO sessions (most notably for the commentary for the London 2012 Sega video game). So how did I go from a project manager and audio editor to standing on a stage in Tenerife? Well, it is something that I have aspired to do since I was nine years old when we first came on holiday here. I think one the first entertainers I ever saw was the amazing Dee Daniels and I loved every note. We came here twice a year until I was 18, when my parents

Katie Jay

school, I decided to study for a National Diploma in Music Practice. This covered all aspects of the music industry including performance, law, production and promotional tools (something that

came in handy later, as I now design my own posters for my shows). This course sparked an interest in the audio recording side of music and over the next few years I achieved a Higher National Certificate (HNC) in

Music Production and completed a certificate in Audio Engineering at the prestigious SAE Institute. Following my education, I went on to various jobs, but noticeably as a project manager for

decided to become ‘swallows’ and then later moved here permanently, and every time we would head out to watch the local entertainment. However, with all my training and various experiences at stage school

and later, amateur theatre, I was petrified of speaking with a microphone so pursuing it as a career was always put on the back burner. However, in 2012 I became a mother, and then a wife, and then a mother again, and having a family is a great motivator to put your fears to one side and go for what you want and what will provide a better life for your children. So we packed up, said goodbye to the cold and rain and moved closer to our parents in sunny Tenerife. I finally joined the circuit around April 2016, and although it has been hard work to break through, I wouldn’t change the last 18 months for the world. I now have some experience under my belt and some great bars on my weekly gig guide. I love my job, and I love the life my children now have which makes the hard work worth it. I’m looking forward to continuing to grow as a performer and having a long standing career on this fantastic island I now call home.” This is just one story from our many entertainers in Tenerife performing to holidaymakers and ex-pats alike, and Keddy’s Entertainment is glad to say that Katie is on our books. If you would like to book Katie or one of our many entertainers then please drop us an email: info@keddysentertainment.com. Wherever you are on the island, Keddy’s Entertainment hopes you will continue to enjoy and support all of the acts during n your stay here.

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Maspalomas

Green training In September, several clean-up projects to recover green spaces were carried out in the lower part of the Sonnenland district in Maspalomas, Gran Canaria, at the abandoned semi-roundabout between the petrol station at the lighthouse crossing and the car park in Calle César Manrique. As a result, Maspalomas has now gained almost 4,300 square metres of green space. The initiative was carried out by 15 students as part of a training programme called +Verde for unemployed people over 30 years of age. Their training will continue until mid-December by which time the students will have completed the 1,760 hours of theoretical and practical training needed to obtain a professional certificate, giving them the right to apply for work in the installation and maintenance of gardens and green spaces. Everyone benefits from the renovation of areas that have been neglected in recent years, and the unemployed group will receive training and a professional qualification, something n which will make it easier for them to find future work.

A great project for the town’s residents and those receiving training

Traffic police heroes

Last minute rescue The story of Oxana M. and her husband Pavel B. sounds like a horror story, but fortunately there was a happy ending. The Russian couple, who have lived in Spain for several years and in Tenerife since 2015, spent a day with their daughter Catherine at the beach in Playa Paraíso. In the afternoon at about 5pm they made their way home in their Seat Ibiza to their apartment in the centre of Adeje. Suddenly Oxana, who was pregnant, felt a violent abdominal pain. At first she thought it was a contraction, but a little later it became clear that something was wrong. She was bleeding heavily. As it was discovered later, the placenta, which usually detaches after the birth, had separated beforehand. Pavel felt that it was now a matter of life or death. He raced as fast as traffic permitted along the motorway and drew attention to himself by using his hazard lights and horn while Oxana held a white flag out of the window.

A happy family who are very grateful to the two police officers

However, either the other road users didn’t understand the emergency situation or they didn’t care. Hardly anyone let the couple pass, and some of them reproached them with clear hand gestures. In the car, Pavel tried to keep his wife awake. Traffic was getting heavier while Oxana grew weaker. Luckily, unexpected help came on the TF-1 motorway at the junction of El Puertito de Güímar. Guardia Civil traffic officers Javier Merideño Maestre and Christian Chi-

nea Hernández immediately noticed the car and caught up with it, quickly recognising the seriousness of the situation. They asked the driver to stop at the next opportunity then they carefully moved the pregnant woman into the police car and raced to hospital with lights and sirens blazing, at the same time keeping Oxana awake. At the hospital, the team reacted quickly. Various departments of gynaecology, obstetrics, pediatrics, surgery and anaesthesia worked hand in hand to rescue Oxana

and her baby daughter, and they succeeded. The gynaecologist on duty confirmed that they just arrived in time. Only a few minutes later and the mother would have bled to death and the unborn child would have died in the womb. The little girl is still in hospital with respiratory problems, but there is no longer any danger to her life. Oxana said: "We are very happy. Most people consider traffic cops to be something negative and that they just hand out tickets. But they're actually there to help us when we have problems on the road. For me, they are two heroes who saved my life and that of my new daughter, Sofía." She will be forever grateful to them. The officers replied modestly: "We were just doing our job." But they also appear proudly in the souvenir photo with Oxana, daughter Catherine and the happy father. Sofia coming into this world couldn't have n been more exciting.

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Maspalomas

Seawater breakthrough Gran Canariaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Island Council has been taking advantage of the high tides known as the Mareas del Pino to fill the coastal lagoon, Charca de Maspalomas, with fresh seawater. Every year, on the initiative of the Environmental Protection Agency, a narrow canal is opened which slowly allows Atlantic water to flow into the salt marshes. This increases the water level and thus the oxygen content, thereby reducing the mortality rate of the fish. The salt content of the water in the lagoon, which increases due to evaporation in the summer, is now decreasing again. This improves the living conditions for all inhabitants of the special ecosystem, which are not only fish but also many bird species, as well as migrating birds which temporarily use it as a refuge. Normally, there is only a natural fresh water supply when it rains so much that the natural sand barrier breaks open. This year, the water level has been raised by half a metre thanks to targeted flooding, bringing in 20,000 cubic metres of water which enhances the landscape and improves the living conditions of the typical flora and fauna. Neither the kiosk owners who work on the beach, the holidaymakers nor the access of rescue vehin cles have been disturbed by the careful flooding.

A freshly filled lagoon offers its inhabitants the best living conditions

Wolfgang Kiessling

Global humanitarian award The founder and president of Loro Parque and the Loro Parque Foundation, Wolfgang Kiessling, recently became the first person to be presented with the Global Humanitarian Award from American Humane in recognition of his lifelong commitment to protecting the environment and biodiversity. American Humane is the first national animal protection organisation in the United States, and the award ceremony took place as part of the American Humane Hero Dog Awards 2017 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel in Los Angeles which was broadcast across the nation. Loro Parque was the first zoo in Europe to be Humane Certified by American Humane in May. This confirmed that the animals living at Loro Parque, which covers 13.5 hectares,

are kept in the best conditions with regard to their husbandry, health, social interaction, environment, preparation and protocols for managing possible medical or operational emergencies. The park has received more than 47 million visitors since its opening in 1972. Among other things, it is known for housing the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest parrot collection. Since 1994, the Loro Parque Foundation has been committed to protecting the environment and the conservation of species. With this in mind, Loro Parque has recently been voted the world's best zoo by TripAdvisor users, and the British Association of Tour Operators ABTA has also confirmed that after being checked by Global Spirit, the park has achieved the highest n possible score.

Wolfgang Kiessling received an award from American Humane in recognition of his environmental work

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Liberty Seguros rewards customer Loyalty Until December 20, 2017, Liberty Seguros will welcome new customers and reward existing policy holders with cashback offers on both car and home insurance policies. With so many insurance providers out there today, choosing which is right for your needs is not an easy feat. Expatriates living in Spain will undoubtedly be drawn towards a provider that not only offers a premium service but that also speaks their language, and Liberty Seguros is proud to be serving the needs of 175,000 expatriates living in mainland Spain and on the islands. Today’s customer requires more than just a superior service; they wish to be valued and rewarded for placing their trust in our products. It’s for this reason that this year Liberty Seguros will not only be offering new customers special cash-

Brexit

On October 18, the Deputy Head of Mission of the British Embassy, Tim Hemmings, will make a one day visit to Tenerife accompanied by the consul for the Canaries, Charmaine Arbouin, as well as the vice-consul and our Tenerife contact, Helen Keating. Mr. Hemmings will travel to Adeje in the morning and to

back offers on car and home policies, but also our existing customers that take out new policies will receive a much higher reward. Between September 21 and December 20, all new customers that take out their first car or home insurance policy, paying by direct debit, will be welcomed by Liberty Seguros with €40 cashback. Also, during this same period, existing customers of Liberty Seguros who take out new home or car insurance policies will be rewarded for their loyalty with €60 cashback. This will be deposited directly into the policy holder’s bank account, as long as the policy is paid by direct debit. For their convenience, payments can be set up both in Spain or in their home country, as long as it is within the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) zone.

Embassy visit Puerto de La Cruz in the early afternoon to meet with the British public regarding the topic on everyone’s lips, Brexit. Adeje has been asked by the British Consulate to help host the public event so there will be an open workshop/talk from 12pm to 1pm in the Aula Magna in the Cultural Centre. However, prior to that he will

briefly meet with Adeje council representatives and there will be a press briefing from 11.30am, also in the Cultural Centre. Here you will have a chance to ask questions before the public event. Mr. Hemmings is second in command in the Embassy and as such this is an important visit for our British community.

Please mark the date in your diary and confirm your interest as soon as possible. There are many people with questions on Facebook and social media, this is their chance to ask someone who might actually have relen vant information. Tim Hemmings will make a one day visit to Tenerife on October 18

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Blacktower Financial Management

No safe spaces David Miller, Investment Director, Quilter Cheviot Investment Management In a week of contrasts and surprises, financial markets seem to be in a holding pattern, awaiting further instructions. Equities drifted lower whilst bonds, oil and gold moved ahead. The dollar continued its steady decline to the extent that the semi-informed are now as convinced about further weakness as they were about fortress America at the start of the year. The use of surely and obvious should be banned from polite society. Unremarked, hedge funds are making reasonable returns, not only in August but for 10 months in a row. On the PPE front (see last edition), Hurricanes Harvey and Irma have changed the agenda. Almost every page of my daily chart pack, from short-term interest rates to commodity prices, shows that nature is more powerful than presidents and central bankers. Stemming from this, the surprise of the period was that President Trump did a deal, albeit with the Democrats and against the wishes of many Republican politicians. The debt ceiling problem has gone away until December, or maybe as far out as early March. It will be interesting to see whether the Fed also makes a weatherrelated decision about changing policy when it meets in a few weeks’ time. Politics and policy have been affected by reality. Now we need to see whether there is a longer term effect on economic growth.

Numbers matter, as long as they are the right numbers in the right order. Back in March, I complained about a classic example of number-blind politicians and bureaucrats conspiring to cause trouble with the announcement that the discount rate used to calculate compensation claims would be reduced from +2.5 per cent to -0.75 per cent. The reasons were spun into a potential vote winner without any understanding of the monetary cost to insurance companies, the NHS and all consumers who buy insurance. This is now ‘understood’ and a climb-down has begun with some very elegant reverse spin. The final number is expected to be somewhere between 0 and 1 per cent.

Feedback One of the pleasures of writing a regular column is the feedback that I receive. I recently made a casual comment about how the average car is unused for 95 per cent of its lifetime. It seems that this is quite well known, but then the discussion moved on with thoughts about whether expensive houses are really worth it and so on. Some of the suggestions were so un-PC as to be unprintable, even with a trigger warning. This did, however, motivate me to read the report containing the car statistic: The Current and Future State of the Sharing Economy, published by The Brookings Institution. The formal definition of the sharing economy is the peer-topeer based activity of obtain-

A recent surprise was President Trump’s debt deal with the Democrats

ing, giving or sharing access to goods and services. From Airbnb to Uber, consumers are using technology to change the shape of the economy and at an increasingly rapid rate. Interestingly, companies are less keen to share their assets than people, but it’s only a matter of time. A quote to savour, which cuts to the heart of the matter: ‘People don’t fundamentally want stuff. What they want is a stream of services that stuff provides over time’. For example: ‘I want a hole in the wall, not a power drill’. As technology makes sharing and renting cheaper, expect more of this along with attempts by

governments and established companies to throw regulatory grit into the wheels of change. A natural extension is a return to barter as a component of daily life. Lending you my drill for a day in exchange for your lawnmower doesn’t need to involve money and will be hard to tax. Perhaps the trigger warning is that those unprepared for radical change will find the future rather scary. Post-holiday, it was back to business as usual with trips to Chester and Cambridge via the CNBC studio and much else in between. The Chester economy is also in a holding pattern as the major employ-

ers in the area make Brexit plans. The Cambridge visit was for a reunion dinner and a chance to test the hypothesis that wisdom and age are joined at the hip. Could it be that we have remained more radical than the current generation of students protected, as they are, by ‘safe zones’? Whilst there, I was fortunate to meet a world expert on battery chemistry and ask some basic questions about likely efficiency gains over the next few years and whether there was anything beyond lithium technology. And so to CNBC for 30 minutes on a quiet news day. Unplanned, the conversation turned to the 30th anniversary of Black Monday on October 19, when the Dow Jones index fell by 508 points or 22.6 per cent in one day. That’s the equivalent of nearly 5000 points today. Memories aside, we debated whether the major market setbacks in recent years were in any way connected, because if they are then this should give us guidance about the future. The 1987 crash was all over in a few days, whereas the bursting of the technology bubble in 2000 took three years to work through the system. When the Fed unexpectedly raised interest rates in 1994, bonds fell more than equities. Then, the credit crunch was different again. It all happened for different reasons and had different effects. The only common factor that I can identify is the importance of staying calm and rational if and when the storm hits.

At lunch with my favourite serial non-executive director, insights into the real world overwhelmed the quality of the food. Observations about the skills needed by chief executives were particularly interesting. Honesty and integrity feature as you might expect, but being an optimist also helps because this has a positive effect on staff, customers and shareholders. What surprised me was to be told that analysts are critical of pessimistic chief executives who are too honest about difficult business conditions. No wonder there are so few sell notes in my inbox. Investors should remember that the value of investments, and the income from them, can go down as well as up. Investors may not recover what they invest. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. David Miller and his investment team manage the Nexus Portfolio range that is available exclusively to clients of Blacktower Financial Management (International) Limited. For more information about the Nexus Portfolio Range, please contact: michael.mcseveney@ blacktowerfm.com. Tel: 822 680 037 / Mob: 636 933 616. Blacktower Financial Management (International) Limited is licensed in Gibraltar by the Financial Services Commission, Licence 00805B, and is registered by both the DGS n and CNMV in Spain.

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Driving in Spain with a foreign licence It is possible to drive with a foreign driving licence in Spain but depending on the country of origin, each will have different validity conditions: National permits issued in countries of the European Union and European Economic Area remain valid in Spain under the same conditions in which they were issued in their country of origin, with the sole exception that the minimum age to drive in Spain is 18 years. If someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stay in Spain is as a tourist, their licence is fully valid, but if residence in Spain is acquired, there two alternatives for licensing. The first is preserving the permission of the country of origin, which must be periodically renewed there, or the second is to apply for a Spanish licence, which means compliance with all of the rules that Spanish drivers comply with, for example medical aptitude. Acquiring

the Spanish licence has the same benefits and restrictions as any other EU licence. You do not have to be re-examined to obtain the licence, just

National licences issued in developing countries in accordance with the Geneva Convention and those issued in Spanish or accompanied by an official

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s possible to drive with a foreign licence in Spain but depending on the country, each will have different conditions

get a medical certificate and pay a fee. In cases where a permit has no expiry date, as is the case in Germany, one must be re-examined within two years of being settled in Spain. Obviously, permissions that are restricted, suspended or withdrawn in their country of origin will also apply in Spain.

translation and recognised in international bilateral agreements are valid as a tourist for a period of 90 days. However, if residence is obtained in Spain it will only be valid for the first six months then it will be mandatory to obtain a Spanish driving licence, after verification of the requirements and after pass-

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ing necessary tests, unless there is an exchange agreement with the Spanish equivalent, which applies in many cases.

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with the model in Annex E of the International Convention of Paris, apply to nations that joined the Convention but have not signed or adhere to norms. Finally, the applicable rules of traffic circulation are contained in the Law on Traffic, Motor Vehicle Traffic and Road Safety, approved by Royal Legislative Decree 339/1990 of March 2. It is important to know the criminal consequences of any breach of the law, especially for driving without a valid driving licence. There are three which are criminal offences: driving without points on the licence, driving when the licence has been confiscated in court - either temporarily or permanently - and driving without ever having obtained permission. All these constitute a crime even when there has been no infringement to any other rules or laws. They may impose penalties from three to six months imprisonment or 31 to 90 days n of community service.

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Dental excellence in San Isidro Dr. Jorge Marcelo Segura Becerra opened the Censadent Clinic in San Isidro two year ago: a modern, cosy studio specialising in all forms of aesthetic treatment and general dentistry. Together with his two experienced assistants, the Censadent team offers services relating to dental implants (replacements surgically positioned into the jawbone beneath the gum line to mount replacement teeth or a bridge); dental aesthetics (an odontologist speciality that is responsible for providing both beauty and harmony to the smile); orthodontics (the treatment of crooked teeth and improper bites); periodontics (the branch of dentistry concerned with the structures surrounding and supporting the teeth); and edodontics (procedures involving the soft inner tissue of teeth called the pulp). Dr. Segura Becerra, originally from the capital of Colombia, Bogotá, came to the Canary Islands 14 years ago and fully understands the demand here and high-standard needed to stand out in a very competitive market. Censadent is a high-tech clinic that proudly keeps up to date with all industry developments and technologies. Censadent offers:

CAD/CAM dentistry CAD/CAM is a field of dentistry and prosthodontics using computer-aided design and manufacturing to improve the creation of dental restorations, especially prostheses, crowns, crown lays, veneers, fixed bridges, dental implant restorations, dentures, and orthodontic appliances.

available to both doctors and laboratories. What’s more, lithium disilicate has the potential to provide new options for improving patient care.

PMMA Polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA), also known as acrylic or acrylic glass, is a transparent shatter-resistant thermoplastic often used for casting resin and producing coatings, among other uses. Dentures and veneers are often made

CAD/CAM complements earlier technologies by increasing the speed of design and creation, increasing the convenience or simplicity of the design, as well as the creation and insertion processes. Other goals include reducing costs and making affordable restorations and appliances that otherwise would have been very expensive. Today it is considered one of the most highly competent dental lab technologies. CAD/CAM restoration differs from conventional dentistry in that the prosthesis is typically luted or bonded the same day. Conventional prosthesis such as crowns have temporaries placed from one to several weeks while a dental laboratory or in-house lab produces the restoration. The patient returns later to have the temporaries removed and the laboratorymade crown bonded into place. An in-house CAD/CAM system

enables the dentist to create a finished inlay in as little as an hour in some cases. The one day service is a benefit that is typically claimed by dentists offering chair-side CAD/CAM services.

PEEK Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is a polymer that has many potential uses in dentistry and is ideally suitable for the digital manufacture of fixed and removable dentures, such as implant-supported superstructures, attachment or screwretained restorations, and also crowns and bridges. For patients, its lightweight feel and strength mean that it is more comfortable in the mouth than their previous metal one. One study measured a 94 per cent rate of ‘good’ or ‘very good’ from patients assessing its wearing and chewing comfort.

RAYSCAN α+ introduces a new era in digital imaging with lowdose levels of radiation compared to most other scans and x-rays, and full capability for patients’ safety.

Further information Censadent Clinic’s specialised service focuses on aesthetics and dental health, while using the industry’s best technologies and materials. For more information visit: www. n censadent.es.

It also provides significantly higher shock absorption than metals (26 times more than titanium), and helps to address the effects of certain conditions such as bruxism/parafunction and comfort. The German Dental Association estimates up to 10 per cent of men and up to 15 per cent of women are affected by these conditions, especially in the age group between 35 and 45 years.

Lithium disilicate Dental practices and dental laboratories are increasingly seeking ways to realise the wonderful opportunities presented by CAD/CAM and digital fabrication techniques. Such methods offer the benefits of consistency in the production of a restoration and expanded material options. To satisfy these requirements, lithium disilicate glass ceramic represents a unique material choice

of PMMA, and can be colourmatched to the patient's teeth and gum tissue.

RAYSCAN α+ With RAYSCAN α+, less is definitely better. Just scan the area and view the results in less than 10 seconds. Image reconstruction is provided in six seconds, and the scans utilise superior image processing technology.

Dr. Jorge Marcelo Segura Becerra CENSADENT Avda. Santa Cruz 66, Local II San Isidro, Tenerife Tel: 922 084 707 Email: info@censadent.es Web: www.censadent.es

WHAT’S ON 2017

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GRAN CANARIA DIARY DATES October 5 8pm: Tribute to Billie Holiday, Teatro Pérez Galdós, Las Palmas, €19. www.auditorioteatrolaspalmasgc.es October 7 8pm: Andrés Suárez, Spanish pop, Desde una ventana tour (From a window), Auditorio Alfredo Kraus, Las Palmas, from €26. www. entradas.com October 8 12pm: Traditional Canarian folk music and dance, Pueblo Canario, Francisco González Díaz s/n, Las Palmas, free entry. www.grancanaria.com October 12 - 14

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Until further notice Thursday to Sunday: CamBuyon Market, art, second hand, vintage and antiques, Mercado del Puerto, LPGC, Thursdays and Fridays, 7pm to 11pm; Saturdays 6pm to 11pm; Sundays 12pm to 3pm.

EXHIBITIONS Until further notice Cúpula de las Ondas (Dome of waves), exciting demonstration of how our body can perceive various wave lengths, Museo Elder de la Ciencia y Tecnología, Las Palmas, Saturdays and Sundays, 11.30am and 6.30pm, entrance from €2.

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TENERIFE DIARY DATES October 5

October 6 6.30pm: Recordando a Ito (Remembering Ito), tribute to pioneering Canarian folk musician Ito by three of his grandchildren: Fran, Javi and Antonio Hernández. Casa La Bodega, Arona town centre, part of the ‘Conciertos intimos’ series of events, free entry, limited places. www. arona.org 7pm: Leo Jiménez, heavy metal, top Spanish group, with local bands Esclavitud and Meridian Zero, Apocalipsis Events, plus body-painting, alternative merchandising and children’s activities. From €15, free entry for children under 12 years (accompanied by an adult), Ocean Club, Santa Cruz. www.entrees.es 8.30pm: Atlantic Jazz Ensemble, Teatro Sala Timanfaya, Puerto de La Cruz, €10. www. tomaticket.es Festival Cero, Spanish pop, rock and indie, Plaza de La Música, Las Palmas, €15. www. lpacultura.com

10pm: Gala Show ‘Adeje en el mundo’ (Adeje in the world), Plaza de España, Adeje, free entry. www.adeje.es

October 13 &14

12pm: Street party with the Toque Latino Group, Plaza de España, Adeje, free entry. www.adeje.es

October 14 - 30 Masdanza, International Dance Festival, various venues and prices. www.masdanza.com October 15 12pm: Traditional Canarian folk music and dance, Pueblo Canario, Francisco González Díaz s/n, Las Palmas, free entry. www.grancanaria.com 12:30pm: Orquesta Barroca Tenerife, Baroque music, Teatro Pérez Galdós, Las Palmas, €10. www.auditorioteatrolaspalmasgc.es October 21 9pm: Miguel Poveda, Spanish pop, Auditorio Alfredo Kraus, Las Palmas, from €35. www. entradas.com

10pm: Parranda Chasnera performing María mi Vida (Mary, my life), Plaza de España, free entry. www.adeje.es 12am: Street party with music from Deliciosa, Plaza de España, free entry. www.adeje.es October 9 11am to 2pm: Children’s activities, bouncy castles, games, workshops, Avenida Palo Mayor, Adeje, free entry. www.adeje.es 12pm: Concert by the Cardón group, Calle Grande, Adeje, free entry. www.adeje.es October 10

9pm: Georgina, Spanish pop, Teatro Guimerá, Santa Cruz, €5. www.tomaticket.es

9pm: Perinké Big Band: Andrea Motis & Joan Chamorro, Auditorio Alfredo Kraus, Las Palmas, from €15. www.entradas.com

8.30pm: Flamenco show, Cultura Gitana (Gypsy Culture), Antonio de Verónica and Saray Cortés, Auditorio Infanta Leonor, Los Cristianos, €12. www.arona.org

October 20 8pm: Aga-Boom clown group, Do Not Touch! show, Infanta Leonor Auditorium, Los Cristianos, €15 per adult, €10 for children under 12. www.tomaticket.es 8.30pm: Inbal Pinto and Avshalom Pollak Dance Company, clown show, Teatro Guimerá, Santa Cruz, €15 to €20, €12 for children up to 12 years old. www.clownbaret.es 8.30pm: Zaida Almeida, jazz, Teatro Sala Timanfaya, Puerto de La Cruz, €10. www. tomaticket.es 9pm: Peter Shub, solo clown show, Teatro Leal, La Laguna, €12. www.clownbaret.es October 21

6.30pm: Children’s Festival, song, dance and games, Plaza de España, Adeje, free entry. www.adeje.es

6pm and 8.30pm: Aga-Boom clown show, Do Not Touch!, Teatro Guimerá, Santa Cruz, €15 to €20, €12 for children up to 12 years old. www.clownbaret.es

October 12

Until further notice

12pm: Performance by Mesturao soloists, Calle Grande, Adeje, free entry. www.adeje.es

Open air cinema at the Magma Centre, Adeje, from €4 for residents, many films in the original language. See: www.openaircinematenerife.es for programme and non-resident prices.

5pm to 7.30pm: Children’s activities, Calle Grande, Adeje, free entry. www.adeje.es 8.30pm: Concert by the Adeje Modern Music Orchestra, Plaza de España, free entry. www. adeje.es October 13 9pm: Concert by Efecto Pasillo, Plaza de España, Adeje, free entry. www.adeje.es 12am: Street party with music from Sabor Azul and Sabrosa, Plaza de España, Adeje, free entry. www.adeje.es

Every Saturday morning Events for specific groups, families, seniors, women, etc. Activate Sports Club. www.tenerifeactivate.com

EXHIBITIONS Until October 15

11pm: Latin and salsa night with the Gran Combo de Puerto Rico, Empire Club, Adeje, from €25. www.tomaticket. October 14 6pm: Children of the 80s night, Hard Rock Hotel, Costa Adeje, from €18. www.tomaticket.es

October 7 5pm: Concert by the Tejina, Arafo, Guía de Isora and Adeje town bands, Plaza Cruz del Llano, Adeje, free entry. www.adeje.es 8.30pm: Traditional float parade, Calle Grande, Adeje, free entry. www.adeje.es 11pm: Tribute to the Beatles, Búho Club, La Laguna, €6. www.tomaticket.es October 8 12.30pm: Performance by the Ribeira Polyphonic Choir, Calle Grande, Adeje, free entry. www.adeje.es 6pm to 9pm: Karaoke evening at Siam Mall Commercial Centre, Costa Adeje, free entry. www.siammall.com 8pm: Andrés Suárez, Spanish pop, Desde una ventana tour (From a window), Auditorio Teobaldo Power, La Orotava, from €18. www. tomaticket.es

9pm: XXXIII Adeje Folklore Festival with invited guests Salamanca folk group Alba de Tormes and Togomate from Tajarafe, La Palma, plus the Adeje School of Folklore, Plaza de España, free entry. www.adeje.es 11pm: Street party with music from the Corinto Band, Plaza de España, Adeje, free entry. www. adeje.es October 15 10am to 12pm: Traditional ‘romería’, animals and processions, offerings to the town’s saints, followed by a street party with music from the Sensación Gomera and Maquinaria orchestras, Plaza de España, Adeje, free entry. www.adeje.es 8pm: Concert by David Guapo, Spanish pop, Paraninfo ULL, La Laguna, from €18. www. tomaticket.es

Pensamiento Visual (Visual Thoughts), Fifth Photography and Design Exhibition by Damián Rodríguez Álvarez, Sala de Exposiciones, Parque Cultural Doña Chana, La Orotava. Free entry, Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm and 4pm to 10pm; Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 2pm. www.laorotava.es Until October 15 Pintura y poesía: La tradición canaria del siglo XX (Painting and poetry: Canarian traditions from the 20th century), history and culture, TEA Tenerife Espacio de Las Artes, Santa Cruz. Free entry, Tuesday to Sunday 10am to 8pm. www.teatenerife.es

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Sing and shop

Karaoke at Siam Mall Budding stars, singing sensations and warbling wonders can head to Adeje’s Siam Mall Commercial Centre on October 8 for an evening’s karaoke entertainment. The action will take place between 6pm and 9pm, and everyone is welcome to join in the fun, be their chosen tune a blast from the past or a contemporary classic. You could even make a day of it and take advantage of the fabulous shopping opportunities and ample parking, or grab a seat on the free bus that picks up from various points around the south of the island. See: www.siammall.com for more information. n

Gypsy style

Flamenco with feeling October 8 is a date for the diary for all those in the south of the island who enjoy flamenco. The ‘Cultura Gitana’ (Gypsy Culture) show will take viewers on an emotional journey through the many styles of the traditional Spanish dance, from its purest origins to modern masterpieces. As the title suggests, the performance will be highlighting the traditions that are the basis of the dance form, which has captured imaginations across the world since first being performed to wider audiences. Dramatic, flamboyant, exciting and poignant, flamenco is a heartfelt expression of a way of life that exists alongside, and amongst, Spanish society. The show is the latest offering from the company started by Antonio de Verónica and Saray Cortes in 2005, a project that involves four generations of the same family. See the show at the Infanta Leonor Auditorium in Los Cristianos from 8.30pm. Tickets cost €12 and can be purchased from the town’s cultural centre between the hours of 9am and 2pm, Monday to Friday; from the auditorium’s box office two hours before the show on the day (up until 8.15pm); or online via: www.arona.org. n

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Clowning around! Clownbaret is a group of enthusiastic performers that brings the joy of clowning around to audiences both young and old. Created in Tenerife by Brian Rodriguez after having toured Europe as a clown for many years, the group has continued to grow in success since its formation in 2004. To date, they have developed 10 different plays and shows, some mimed, some with dialogue, taking them to various parts of the world including the UK, Germany, Mexico and Andorra. As part of the XI International Clownbaret Festival, an annual jamboree of fun in which performers from around the world take to the stage, the Russian Aga-Boom clown group will be performing Do Not Touch! at the Infanta Leonor Auditorium in

El Sauzal

There’s still time to grab your boots and sign up for one of this year’s guided walks organised by El Sauzal council. The annual series of hikes encourages residents and visitors to visit some of the most scenic areas across the island, with excursions already made to Teno Rural Park, El Teide and Los Realejos, amongst others. With just three to go, you may wish to register right now for the upcoming fun. The next one will be a medium difficulty trip through the Monte del Agua area in Los Silos on October 14. One week later, on October 21, there

Los Cristianos on October 20. The show starts at 8pm, and tickets cost €15 per adult, €10 for children under 12, and nothing for babies under a year old.

These can be bought via the website: www.tomaticket.es. The Clownbaret Festival is on between October 9 and 23, with shows also in La Laguna and

Santa Cruz, as well as many more exciting activities in Arona as well. Find more information on the FIC 2017 event at: www. n clownbaret.es.

Handy hiking

will be a night-time adventure, with a walk that will lead

participants through an area resplendent with apple trees,

in Las Crucitas and La Cruz de Fune. This is a low difficulty amble which will be suitable for most abilities. The last walk of 2017 will be a fabulous opportunity to enjoy the chestnut and almond trees in the high regions of Arafo (medium difficulty). Groups can also arrange personal guided tours on different dates. To do so or to sign up for one of the above, call 922 570 000 and ask for extension 146, or visit the sports department at the El Sauzal town hall, Monday to Friday, 8am to 2.30pm, or Monday evening between 4pm n and 6.30pm.

Hard Rock Cafe Tenerife For the third year running, Hard Rock is launching new offerings from its limited-time vegetarian menu, just in time for Vegetarian Awareness Month. From October 2 until October 31, 2017, Hard Rock Cafe Tenerife will expand its legendary menu to serve up fresh and new vegetarian-friendly dishes. Items new to the menu include tangy Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos featuring spicy black beans and guacamole, a Southwest Rice Bowl filled with brown rice, quinoa and chipotle lime tofu, a refreshing Quinoa and Brussels Sprout Salad and a spicy Grilled Hummus Quesadilla. “We’re passionate about providing our guests with delicious food and with the success of last year’s vegetarian options, we’ve decided to expand the signature menu to include new culinary offerings sure to please a wide array of palates”, explained Anibal Fernandez, vice president of Franchise Operations for Hard Rock International. “This year, a few favourite dishes have returned to the menu, in addition to new items that feature unique flavour combinations and gardenfresh ingredients”. Hard Rock Cafe Tenerife has added new meatless menu items that encompass the flavours of classic, all-American cuisine. Additionally, many of the offerings featured on Hard Rock Cafe Tenerife's new menu

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Vegetarian menu returns can be prepared to accommodate vegan dietary requirements. The complete vegetarian menu includes:

black bean and corn red pepper salsa, with chipotle lime tofu and citrus garlic dressing. Hard Rock Cafe Tenerife

tomato, cucumber and a spiced yogurt sauce.

Cocktails Hard Rock Cafe Tenerife's new vegetarian menu also includes cocktails that pair perfectly with meatless options, including:

• Yellowson - A simple mix of Jameson Irish Whiskey and Red Bull to get your day or night started right. Garnished with an orange wedge and a cherry. • Citrus Mary - A zesty mix of Absolut Citron Vodka, Cointreau Orange Liqueur and Vegetarianism is on the menu at Hard Rock Cafe Tenerife

• Quinoa and Brussels Sprout Salad (new) – a mix of fresh arugula, Pico de Quinoa and sautéed, shredded Brussels sprouts served with feta cheese, craisins and spicy pecans drizzled with garlic lime vinaigrette. • Grilled Hummus Quesadilla (new) – a grilled, folded tortilla stuffed with Sriracha mayo, green hummus, sautéed spinach, sun dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives and Sriracha chilli sauce. • Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos (new) – corn tortillas loaded with spicy black beans, roasted sweet potatoes, cabbage, spicy guacamole, Romano cheese and Sriracha chilli sauce. • Southwest Rice Bowl (new) – a mix of brown rice, quinoa, southwest seasoning, avocado, Pico de Gallo,

For the third year running, Hard Rock is launching a new menu in time for Vegetarian Awareness Month

• Grilled Ratatouille Wrap – grilled ratatouille vegetables topped with Sriracha mayonnaise, olive oil and baby arugula, served in a seasoned grilled flour tortilla with a side salad. • S p i n a c h , P o t a t o a n d Chickpea Burger – a house-made patty of red skin potatoes, spinach, chilli peppers, cilantro, chickpeas and spices, topped with arugula,

• Mule over my Rosemary – Premium Gin and Monin Watermelon are mixed with fresh lime juice and ginger beer and garnished with fresh rosemary. • The Heat is On - Premium Vodka, Monin Almond Orgeat, fresh mint, lime and jalapeno come together to add a little spice to your life!

Bloody Mary mix garnished with celery, fresh lemon, orange and a green olive. The new menu items celebrate Vegetarian Awareness Month, which was designed to spread awareness of vegetarianism and the benefits of a meatfree diet. The International Vegetarian Union encourages individuals worldwide to spread the word and experience the vegetarian lifestyle. What began as World Vegetarian Day has blossomed into a month-long celebration that involves educational events and festivities. Guests can stop by Hard Rock Cafe Tenerife to

try out the latest items or visit: www.hardrock.com/tenerife for more information.

Hard Rock International With venues in 74 countries, including 178 cafes, 24 hotels and 10 casinos, Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally recognised companies. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar, Hard Rock owns the world's greatest collection of music memorabilia which is displayed at its locations around the globe. Hard Rock is also known for its collectible fashion and music-related merchandise, Hard Rock Live performance venues and an award-winning website. HRI owns the global trademark for all Hard Rock brands. The company owns, operates and franchises cafes in iconic cities including London, New York, San Francisco, Sydney and Dubai. HRI also owns, licenses and/or manages hotel/casino properties worldwide. Upcoming new Hard Rock Cafe locations include Phnom Penh, Cairo, Cape Town and Chengdu. New Hard Rock hotel, casino or hotel-casino projects include Atlanta, Atlantic City, Berlin, Budapest, London, Los Cabos, Maldives, New York City, Davos, Ottawa, Dalian and Haikou in China. For more information on Hard Rock International, visit: n www.hardrock.com.

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Rainbow food

Colour me healthy trients – naturally produced, biologically active compounds found in plants. They act as the plants’ defence line against infections and microbes and give them their colour, scent or flavour. These phytonutrients are not considered essential for humans as our metabolism doesn’t need them, but over a long time it has been demonstrated that they are key to good health as they would seem to protect the cardiac and circulation system. As well as the colours generally stimulating our appetite, it is also reported that they reduce the risk of certain cancers, amongst other illnesses.

kale, broccoli, chard, darkleaved lettuce, spinach, Brussels sprouts, celery, rocket, peas and beans. Red veggies are rich in anthocyanin and lycopene (espe-

Mum knew best!

cially tomatoes for the latter), antioxidant compounds that help to reduce the risk of illnesses related to the heart, memory difficulties or even cancer. They also contain minerals like potassium and selenium which help to strengthen the immune system and memory, and supply vitamins A, B9 and C. Good examples that are interesting for your health are red peppers, tomatoes, cherries, strawberries, red berries, water melon, radishes, beetroot and paprika. Remember herbs and spices have their phytonutrients as well. Beetroot also appears in the purple group along with red onions, grapes, blueberries, blackberries, red cabbage and aubergines. Their colour indicates the presence of antioxidants and phytonutrients that may even slow down the aging process! These two groups also contain carotenoids which protect the skin against sunburn

For years, many of us heard the refrain: “eat your greens!” It would appear that Mum was right. The colour is due to the presence of chlorophyll. They are a great plus food due to their wealth of vitamins and minerals like magnesium as well as a source of fibre. The high levels of chlorophyll also make them a good purifying agent which helps to keep us healthy and magnesium is a muscle relaxant, the lack of which can promote tiredness, muscular tension and cramps. Standing out in this group are

and increase our defences against ultraviolet light. The preventative effect of the consumption of red and purple fruit and veg on the heart and circulatory system was also Choose from the rainbow Local farmers’ markets are a great source

studied by the Oklahoma State University, which concluded that they were also good for controlling blood pressure due to their blood vessel dilating properties. Orange and yellow examples are a good source of Vitamin A and B and antioxidants which nourish and protect your skin. The carotenoids in this group like beta-carotene, lycopene, retinol, lutein and zeaxanthin are derivatives of Vitamin A. They are very effective antioxidant elements and there is evidence to suggest that they possess properties to protect your skin against the effects of UVA rays, helping to keep skin plumped up and reduce wrinkles. They also have properties which improve the working of the immune system and have a mix of substances which help to strengthen your vision and combat allergies and infections. Munch on carrots, pumpkin, mango, papaya or orange

bell peppers to get the benefits of this group. Yellow fruit and veggies are also rich in Vitamins A, B, potassium and folic acid. They are very effective as antioxidants help to produce white blood cells, strengthen the blood vessels and combat infections. Yellow peppers, corn and some tomatoes are in this group. White in the phytonutrient world means high potassium and magnesium content, along with lots of fibre and allicin in some examples – an excellent antioxidant which helps circulation and reduces the risk of hypertension, high cholesterol and strokes. The study’s results showed that a higher consumption of white fruit and veg like pears and apples cut back on the number of strokes. Bananas, white cabbage, chicory, mushrooms, cucumber, garlic, onions, white asparagus, cauliflower, leeks and turnips also fall into this group. Making the most of seasonal food is the best way to get your plant fixes and specialist shops and farmers’ markets are probably going to have fresher examples than large supermarkets. At the top of their form at the moment, you will find apples, beetroot, blackberries, broccoli, Brus-

sels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, collard greens, cranberries, dates, figs, grapes, leeks, lettuce, okra, oranges, parsnips, late season pears, peppers, pomegranates, pumpkin, quince, shallots, sweet potatoes, turnips, watercress and winter squashes. Wherever possible have the whole fruit to get the benefit of the fibre too and if you can’t buy fresh an excellent, economical substitute is frozen. Steer clear of canned and bottled items as they often contain preserving chemicals and especially lots of salt!

Colour me thin? A couple of years ago, the ‘colours’ diet was doing the rounds online, especially on social media channels. In addition to making you healthier, it was claimed that eating by colours could help you lose weight. So, above and beyond making sure you have your ‘5 A Day’, you also have to get out your colour palette and incorporate examples of each of the groups thus ensuring a low-calorie addition to your diet, which is high in fibre, vitamins, water, carbohydrates and minerals. The American 5 A Day campaign, which grew into The Colour Way as a means of varying the fruit and veg people consumed, was not intended as a weight-loss programme but as a healthy way to eat. Social media

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Research is still continuing and some results are somewhat hazy, but experts are beginning to agree on what our prehistoric ancestors probably knew by instinct: colour variety in our fruit and vegetables is the spice of life. To keep healthy, eat the rainbow! Go into any top class fruit shop or farmers’ market and you will be beguiled by the jewel-like range of the colours of fruit and vegetables on offer. But what do the colours mean? Are they indicative of anything in particular? Whilst not a perfect science, it would seem that the colours do supply us with a nutritional label to give us an idea of what each item contains and what it can do for us. The following information has been extracted in the main from a study by researchers at the Wageningen University (Netherlands) who followed the criteria of one of the most relevant investigations on the colour value of food carried out by Pennington and Fisher. Over a period of 10 years they tested the circulatory system protection and illness prevention qualities of plants according to their colour. The test sample was 20,069 healthy men and women of between 20 and 65 years of age. The colour of our fruit and vegetables is due to phytonu-

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transformed it into something entirely different. It has been proved conclusively that incorporating fruit and vegetables into your diet, at least five a day, is great for your health, however, the diet must be balanced with other nutrients our body needs. The colours diet didn’t mention proteins or their sources or quantities, or give advice on cereals, legumes, etc. The information is therefore incomplete and could result in important nutrient deficiencies. What’s more, there is no scientific study to show that this diet has any effect on your weight, although increasing fruit and vegetable consumption is recommended within a balanced diet for weight loss.

B9 deficiency can cause premature greying. If you believe this is the case, top up on dark leafy greens such as spinach, and eat more avocado, legumes, Brussels sprouts, root vegetables and oranges. Low iron and copper levels can also cause the problem. Spinach, kidney beans, potatoes, lentils, raisins and prunes are all high in iron. Copper can be obtained from lentils, potatoes, mushrooms, dark leafy greens and dried fruit like prunes. You can’t reverse the process, but you can stop it going any further if deficiencies are the cause. However, greying is more commonly the result of exposure to toxins or a natural part of getting older and the timing of when it appears is down to genetics.

lunchbox. Whole apples are great and berries are popular as finger food for kids. Bananas can be sent whole, in a sandwich or in fruit salads (a little lemon juice will stop them going brown). Cubed melon is great, but if your child prepares their own with a melon baller, it might improve the appeal. Mix with berries and top with shredded coconut in a colourful fruit salad.

Colour the kids

Mandarins are coming to their best and as they are seedless and easy to peel, a favourite with children. Blanched broccoli spears, bell peppers, car-

Colour your hair Grey hair is part of getting older; however, early greying can be caused by lack of certain vitamins and minerals.

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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) can have harmful consequences, especially if not diagnosed early. Some STDs, even when they are not in a very advanced state, present themselves without symptoms and that is when complications can arise, sometimes irreversibly. The detection of STDs before their development and treatment is a fundamental pillar of public health policy in advanced societies. There are over 20 types of STDs, which can be caused by bacteria, fungi, parasites or viruses. The most common are: chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV/AIDS, human papillomavirus (HPV), genital herpes, trichomoniasis and syphilis, among others. Some of them, if not detected and

Back to school and the beginning of a new school year is the ideal time to have a rethink on the

Keeping you younger for longer Eat your greens! Eat the whole fruit or vegetable to get the fibre

Colour the family Mix and match colourful fruits in an all fruit salad for a warm

day or add a piece of fruit to your regular salad for variety. And of course, autumn and winter are great times for warming soups, even in a climate like the Canaries. Think about a beautiful borscht – swap out the sour cream for some Greek yoghurt or Kefir for additional nutritional benefits. Carrot and pumpkin soup with tiny orange lentils, cumin and turmeric will give a warm welcome, as will any blended combination of lentils and vegetables. Or think about a delicious cream of mushroom soup or a chunky chard pottage topped with zucchini croutons sautéed in heart-healthy olive oil. No matter what your age or state of health, increasing the variety and amount of fruit and veg you consume can only be good for you. Remember you should consult your GP or a specialist nutritionist before making any radical changes n in your diet.

The importance of early detection treated early, can cause serious disorders and even death, such as HIV which leads to AIDS. In addition, sexually-transmitted infections in pregnancy can lead to premature births or cause serious health problems for the infant, such as congenital disorders. Most STDs affect men and women but in many cases the health problems can be more serious in women. Antibiotics can treat many STDs caused by bacteria, fungi or parasites. At present, there is no known cure for STDs caused by a virus, but medications can help with symptoms and keep the condition under control. Correctly using condoms greatly reduces, but does not eliminate, the risk of contracting STDs. Some common

symptoms include rashes or skin lesions, genital discomfort, dysuria (painful urination), fever or malaise. However, some STD carriers can go weeks, months and even years without generating symptoms, sometimes never appearing, although that person can continue to spread the infection. For this reason, its detection is a key factor not only to start treatment as soon as possible, but also to prevent the disease from spreading to others. Gynaecological, blood and urine tests are currently sufficient to detect STDs, even if there are no symptoms.

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Founded in 1988, LGS Analysis is the biggest private medical practice in the Canary Islands in the blood testing field

necessary resources to carry out a wide range of tests and detections. They have the most advanced technology available and designed a molecular biology programme that detects the seven most common STDs:

Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Mycoplasma hominis, Mycoplasma genitalium, Ureaplasma parvum, Ureaplasma urealyticum, and Trichomonas vaginalis. Therefore the programme widely cov-

IF YOU HAVE A FEAR OF THE DENTIST, we want you to know that YOU ARE NOT ALONE – and that THERE’S HELP. Please don’t hesitate to CONTACT US at info@clinica-dental-tenerifesur.com or at +34 922.737.838 if you want to make the NEXT STEP towards a NEW-ANDIMPROVED SMILE.

ers the most frequent causes of urethritis and cervicitis. The newly-developed profile also detects HIV and syphilis with a simple blood test, and the prices of the checks are cheaper than in many other EU countries. For example, a complete test of all the STDs listed above costs just €80. Discretion and confidentiality are fundamental, and LGS Analysis guarantees full security. They also provide a service of allowing patients to download their results online with the use of a secure key code. LGS Analysis has laboratories across the Canaries and offers home testing services and a wide variety of analyses. For more information please call: 922 533 680 or 928 232 947. Also visit: n www.lgs-analisis.es.

Our Team is extremely experienced in all DENTAL TREAMENTS offering you several personalized options. Our goal is to provide you a welcoming environment that is free of ANXIETY and PAIN.

PETS

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ADOPT, DON’T BUY

Animal charities’ round up Cats Welfare The purrrfect pet We love to hear cats purr but have you ever wondered why they do it? Well, for a start, cats purr when they’re content. When they’re curled up in the sun, you may hear that gentle rumble, but they also purr to communicate other emotions and needs, it isn’t always a sign of happiness. Sometimes it’s due to pain or distress. Cats may also purr while giving birth, which is more likely to be something that helps them rest and repair. They have a special type of purr when they want attention, especially when they’re hungry. This is known as a ‘solicitation purr’ and involves a purr and meow together. The purring begins in the brain. Repetitive neural oscillators send messages to the laryngeal muscles, causing them to twitch at a rate of 25 to 150 vibrations per second. This causes the vocal cords to separate as they inhale and exhale, producing a purr. Want to help but not sure how? We go through vast amounts of bedding each week so always need towels and blankets ,etc. as well as food and litter, pet carriers and dog training cages. Charity shop Find our shop on San Blas, Golf del Sur (behind Hiperdino). It’s open seven days a week, 10am until 6pm, except Saturdays when it’s 10am until 4pm. If you don’t have transport or have large bulky items to donate, ring Mark on: 636 590 557 to arrange collection. Or maybe you would you like to help in the shop? It’s a great way to meet new friends and support the local community at the same time.

Tierhotel Lilly We look after your pet while you are away

(short or long term)

Tel: 697 826 738 (D/E), 659 131 382 (SP, Trainer)

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Adoption Please consider adopting a kitten/cat from us. If you adopt two kittens together, the kitten injections, micro chip and neutering are free for the second kitten. Adopt a black kitten, or two, and both kittens receive above treatments for free. All cats/kittens go on a week’s trial in your home. Contact us via our website www.cats-welfare-tenerife. com ring or WhatsApp Marie on: 646 629 129, seven days a week 9am to 6pm, or message us on Facebook.

has so many goods to sell they always need storage and their current arrangements are coming to an end very soon. If you can help, please contact K9 by calling: 667 638 468 or emailing: info@k9tenerife. com. Thanks in advance from Popeye and all at K9. We know that many would love to adopt a dog but it isn’t always practical, so sponsoring one can be a great alternative. Just €8 makes a big difference to our ‘hard to home’ dogs’ lives. In return, you will be sent occasional news and photos of what

Popeye from K9 has a special request

Live Arico (PAWS) Bag a bargain at our shops in San Eugenio (Opposite Hotel La Niña. Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm); Los Cristianos (Calle Reverón, near the Thistle and Dragon Bar. Every day, 10am to 4pm); Golf del Sur (Golf Park, just before the lottery kiosk. Monday to Friday, 10am to 6pm; Saturday, 10am to 4pm; Sunday, 10.30am to 3.30pm). Call us on: 629 388 102. Find us at: www.livearico. com, on Facebook, or join us on Twitter: twitter.com/live_arico.

Secure garage or lock-up urgently needed The lovely Popeye, pictured here, needs your help. He and his friends urgently need to find a secure garage or lockup to rent. Preferably within a 5km radius of Alcalá, but Popeye says he will consider anywhere in the south of the island. The K9 charity shop

your sponsor dog has been up to, and if you live locally they’d be delighted to go walking with you, show you their favourite places and introduce you to their chums. We have many dogs waiting for their forever homes, and even some beautiful kittens. You can see them on our website: www. k9tenerife.com. Or visit the refuge on Calle Chimbesque, between Las Chafiras and Las Zocas, any day between 10am

Teenage joy

and 2pm. Alternatively, call us on: 667 638 468 or email: info@k9tenerife.com. You will also find stories of our dogs’ antics on Facebook at: Diary of a K9 Tenerife Dogwalker or K9 Tenerife. Grab a bargain Visit our shop at Alcalá Plaza, every day from 10am to 2pm. Donations of quality household goods are very welcome. Call: 646 561 035 to arrange collection of larger items from local areas.

Acción del Sol

Adoption

With more than 220 dogs looking for new loving homes at our refuge please come and visit us to see if one is the dog for you. Every one of them has a clean bill of health and is fully inoculated, micro chipped, with passport, and castrated, which is compulsory with all our dogs to try to reduce the large numbers of unwanted litters here on Tenerife. There are no adoption fees but donations are welcomed towards the upkeep and running of the refuge. Many times we are asked how people can help. We need many things such as towels, blankets,

Three ‘teenage’ young cats are waiting for adoption from Cats Welfare. There are two girls who are black and white, and white with black, as well as Sullivan who is a strikingly black boy. They are all vaccinated, micro chipped and neutered, and old enough to have passports, so they can travel to the UK and outside of Tenerife. So if you would like a sweet natured, playful, fun cat, but don’t want the hassle of worrying about a young kitten, this is the perfect age cat for you to consider. Older kittens and cats deserve homes too! All can go for a week’s trial in your home. Contact Marie n on: 646 629 129.

sheets, cleaning products, building materials, dog toys, leads, collars, tinned dog food for our elderly dogs, puppy milk, beds and jackets for when our

Please call: 922 778 630 if you can help in any way, or visit us on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons from 2pm to 5pm, and Saturdays 1pm to

There are over 200 dogs at Acción del Sol waiting to make someone very happy

dogs travel by flight to Germany. In addition, we are desperately looking for people who are travelling to Hamburg, Dusseldorf, Berlin or Frankfurt who would be prepared to escort a dog to Germany. All that’s needed is a little time at the airport: all necessary paperwork and handling of the dogs is done by AccionTier staff.

4pm. We’re situated directly under the wind turbines, from exit 52 on the TF-1 north bound, just after the El Médano junction. Head for the windmills on the coast and we’re located in the buildings on the right hand side. Alternatively, email us on: teneriffa@aktiontier.org or visit our Facebook page: Action tier n Acción del Sol.

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PROMOTION

GARDENING

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Houseplant haven

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A touch of gold

Golden pothos is a versatile and attractive plant that is perfect for beginner gardeners

It would be hard to find a more perfect indoor plant than pothos. With an incredible tolerance of a wide range of water, light and soil conditions, pothos is incredibly easy to grow and maintain. That makes it a great starter option for beginners, but it’s also a firm favourite with many seasoned gardeners thanks to its abundant and beautiful foliage. Pothos has gorgeous, heartshaped evergreen leaves that boast various colour variegations of white, yellow or light

green depending on variety and light levels. The type most prevalent in the garden centres here is Golden pothos (Potho Tutor in Spanish), which has fabulous deep yellow markings. It originates from the tropical forests of the Solomon Islands, and in the wild it uses its aerial roots to climb handy trees, sometimes up to a height of 20 metres or more. Growing it in a container will often reduce its potential significantly, to around a few metres, but that’s probably an advantage!

Caring in containers Also known as devil's ivy, golden pothos is fast-growing and highly adaptable. Its origins mean that it has a preference for warmth, so it suits the islands’ climate perfectly. Its favourite light conditions are bright, but not direct, sunlight. This means that near a window or under an overhang on a balcony is perfect, but not within range of the sun’s burning rays, a least while it is still young.

Well established older plants can survive in full sun if introduced very slowly, but they will lose some of their distinctive yellow marbling and commonly suffer scorched leaves. Conversely, golden pothos can also be quite happy in a room with only moderate or relatively dim light, where the leaves will generally turn a luscious dark green. It does appreciate a little humidity, easy to reproduce in the house, but during summer, unseasonal hot spells, or if kept outside, the leaves will be grateful for a light misting with water a couple of times a week.

When potting them use a medium soil with good drainage. They will usually grow well in ordinary potting compost with a little sand in the mix. They enjoy a moist soil, but be sure to not overwater. Once the surface begins to feel dry to the touch it is time to give them a drink. A good liquid fertiliser can be added according to the manufacturer’s instructions. They are very easy to propagate so you can soon have a houseful from one starter plant. Simply take a cutting and place in soil (slightly more moist than usual), keeping it so for a couple of weeks. Golden pothos is very efficient at removing indoor pollutants

from the air so is a great one for having around, but is poisonous to cats, dogs and horses. It may also cause burning in the mouth if eaten by humans, as well as mild skin irritation for a few people, so it’s best to keep it out of the way of pets and small children. As well as being useful and easy to grow, one of its attractions is its versatility. Plant a central support in its container and pothos will wind itself up its full length. Alternatively, they make fabulous hanging plants when allowed to hang loose, and can easily be trained across a roof or around a door n or window frame.

5.10.2017 – 18.10.2017

FARMERS MARKET

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Farmer’s Markets Adeje Calle Archajara, s/n, in front of Makro Saturday/Sunday 8am – 2pm / Wednesday 3pm – 7pm Telephone: 922 775 200

El Sauzal Hoya de la Vida, next to the church, Ravelo Friday/Saturday/Sunday 7.30am- 2pm Telephone: 922 584 657

Alcalá Plaza de Llano Monday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 922 850 100

Güímar Plaza del Ayuntamiento Sunday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 922 526 105

Arafo Plaza San Juan Degollado Thursday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 922 511 711 Arico Porís de Abona Sunday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 676 159 034 Arona Valle San Lorenzo, Carretera General 122 Monday/Friday 8am – 2pm Telephone: 922 767 138 Buenavista del Norte Plaza de San Sebastián Opening times: Saturday 8.30am – 2pm Telephone: 922 129 030 Candelaria Wednesday 8am - 2pm Next to council offices Saturday 8am – 2pm. Plaza del Centro Comercial de Punta Larga Telephone: 922 505 014 El Médano Plaza Principal Wednesday 8am – 2pm Telephone: 922 759 966/62 El Rosario Carretera General del Norte, la Esperanza Saturday/Sunday/festivals 8am – 4pm Telephone: 922 010 160

Icod de Los Vinos Calle Key Muñoz 5 Monday/Friday 8am – 2pm Telephone: 922 815 700 / 922 447 938 La Guancha Carretera General TFS km 49 Saturday/Sunday 8am – 3pm Telephone: 922 360 788 La Laguna Plaza del Cristo Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday 6am – 2pm Telephone: 922 601 100 / 922 253 903 La Matanza de Acentejo Ctra. General del Norte Saturday 8am – 3pm, Sunday 8am – 2pm Telephone: 922 577 120 La Orotava Calle Educadora Lucía Mesa Saturday 8am – 1.30pm Telephone: 922 336 804 / 681 277 633 Los Realejos Camino Viejo de San Benito, Finca el Llano, Realejo Alto Saturday/Sunday 9am – 2pm Telephone: 922 346 234 Los Silos Plaza de la Luz, Los Silos Sunday 9am – 2pm Telephone: 922 840 004

Playa de San Juan Paseo El Bufadero Wednesday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 922 850 100

Farmer’s Markets

Island support!

Puerto de la Cruz Avenida Blas Pérez González, 4 Wednesday to Saturday 8am – 2pm Telephone: 922 386 158 San Isidro Mercado del Agricultor de Granadilla Off the roundabout leading to El Médano Saturday/Sunday 8am – 2pm Telephone: 922 759 966 San Miguel de Abona P.I. Las Chafiras, San Miguel de Abona, next to the fire station Saturday/Sunday 8am – 2pm Wednesday 2pm – 7.30pm Telephone: 922 735 386 Santa Cruz de Tenerife Avenida José Manuel Guimerá Sunday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 922 606 000 Santa Úrsula Carretera General, near the town hall Saturday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 922 301 640 Tegueste Calle de Asuncionistas, 6 Saturday/Sunday 8.00am – 2pm Telephone: 922 316 100 Vilaflor Plaza de Vilaflor Monday to Thursday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 922 709 002

We at Island Connections are sure in the knowledge that one of the best ways to help yourself, and the economy, is to buy locally – even if you are just visiting for a short time. Canarian farmers harvest an extensive range of crops, which can be seen growing in the typical stepped-terrain farms around the Islands. Products range from tropical fruits, such as mangoes, to worldwide staples like lentils, potatoes and onions. According to the agricultural group COAG-Canarias, prices of fresh fruits and vegetables differ greatly between the amount the farmers receive and the sale price in the supermarkets. For instance, towards the end of last year, small marrows, which the farmers were paid just €0.07/ kilo for, retailed at €0.84, and leeks sold at €0.36 were passed onto the consumer for around €2.23 a kilo. Many of the prices don’t even seem to cover the cost of production - and this is

when subsidies became necessary to keep farms from disappearing, which, like the hiked prices, also come out of our pockets. Enter the farmers markets, where the grower can sell directly to the customer without an intermediary. They are dotted all over the Islands, with at least one in almost every town. They allow customers to purchase fresher, higher quality produce at cheaper prices, and the farmers receive a fair payment for their efforts. This enables them to maintain or raise the standard of their crops and uphold productivity levels – it’s a win-win situation.

In these markets you will be sure to see a variety of seasonal products, as well as some local home-made delicacies such as preserves, honeys and Canarian goat’s cheese. A selection of meats and fish can also be found among the stalls, along with an assortment of cakes, pastries and biscuits. Buy locally, eat healthily, pay fairly – this is one way we can all help each other. So, to show our support of local farmers we are taking this timely opportunity to publish the details of the many farmers’ markets around the island n of Tenerife. Enjoy.

FITNESS & WELLBEING

Self-control tips

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You can’t outrun a bad diet

By Debbie Gilbey Contrary to popular belief, you cannot ‘out exercise’ a poor diet! Many a time I have overheard people in the coffee shop, whilst tucking into a cream topped cappuccino and blueberry muffin, simply stating that they had earned that treat as they’d just trained super hard at the gym. Now and again (i.e. once a week) a cheat day may be in order; however, if you are doing this on a daily basis you are simply undoing literally everything you achieved an hour prior, perhaps even making it worse. The flip side is that people make consistently poor, unhealthy food choices during the day, kidding themselves into the belief that they will just exercise a little bit ‘harder’ than usual later on.

Feel good

You can’t ‘out exercise’ an unhealthy diet

Reasons to exercise

Exercising regularly not only makes you look and feel good, it can seriously improve your health. Endless studies have shown that upping your level of physical fitness can reduce the symptoms of, and even prevent, many of the chronic conditions that can develop due to aging or leading an unhealthy lifestyle.

Excessive inflammation is linked to a number of chronic conditions, such as inflammatory bowel disease, rheumatoid arthritis, gum disorders and psoriasis, to name just a few. Regular exercise has been shown to reduce overall inflammation, often improving symptoms for people already suffering from one of these conditions, as well as promoting all round general health.

Love your heart and lungs Cardio activities such as running, aerobics, cycling and moderate to fast walking etc. all strengthen the heart muscle. Blood vessels also become stronger, the force on the arteries is lowered, and levels of blood lipids, including cholesterol, improve, as do blood clotting factors. All of this maintains healthy blood pressure and can even help reduce high blood pressure. Exercise also makes small arteries grow within muscle tissue so that blood can be delivered to working muscles more effectively. In addition,

Exercise will positively affect your physical, mental and emotional health – it simply just feels good!

Combat cancer

lung function is enhanced, and the body will become more efficient at taking in, distributing, and using oxygen. All this can contribute to reducing the risk of various conditions such as heart disease and strokes.

not yet fully understood, it is thought to have something to do with various changes the body undergoes during and after exercise. These include a brief rise in body temperature (which can help fight infection, as in a fever), white blood cells (that fight disease) circulating more rapidly, and the fact that exercise slows down the release of stress hormones.

According to various cancer associations, being physically active is one of the ways you can help prevent a number of different types of the disease, including colorectal and endometrial cancers. Risk factors are especially lowered when regular exercise is carried out in conjunction with a healthy diet.

Decrease inflammation

Exercising regularly improves how the body uses insulin.

Inspire the immune system Physical activity boosts the immune system and can therefore help you fight or stave off infections. Although the physiological reasons are

Say no to diabetes

Most gym goers are pushed for time and do not have a spare two to three additional hours to spend burning off a footlong Subway sandwich, soda and cookie. The reality of these two scenarios is that, no matter how much exercise you do or try to attempt, you will not succeed in burning all of those excess calories. A typical indoor cycling class can burn up to 600 calories, which is fantastic in theory. However, despite the instructor’s motivation, many people do not really push themselves to truly burn this amount, and it is extremely easy to eat more than that amount of calories when you ‘treat’ yourself anyway. Constantly eating the wrong foods will give you a nice sugar rush which you will probably mistake for energy. Yet they don’t actually fuel your body in the correct way it needs to execute good

activity levels for prolonged periods. Whether you’re under-eating to counteract this, or taking in too many calories and ‘bad’ fats, you will feel sluggish and drained of energy, therefore less driven to actually exercise. It is the classic exercise/diet feedback loop. When you eat well, you are motivated to move, and when you move, you are motivated to eat better. Five hundred calories of good food, such as chicken, potato and vegetables, will be processed far quicker by the body and will provide you with a decent source of fuel for your exercise needs, instead of 500 calories from two Mars bars. It is important to remember: you are not a dog, so don’t reward yourself with food. For more information about health and fitness please contact Debbie via: www.fitnessn withdebbie.com.

Many trials have shown it can help those already suffering from Type 2 diabetes, therefore diminishing the possibility of developing complications later on, as well as lower the incidence in people who already have some of the risk factors for developing it.

ening of the bones’ structure), which can be lessened by taking part in weight-bearing activities.

No more yo-yoing As well as burning calories, one of the ways that exercise helps control weight is by building muscle – which in itself uses more fuel. It can also help reduce visceral fat in the abdominal area: the type that can be particularly dangerous to health.

Beat the menopause The perimenopause (the years leading up to a woman’s periods actually stopping) can be a very challenging time. Many find that exercising regularly can significantly reduce symptoms such as hot flushes and mood swings. After menopause, women run a higher risk of conditions such as osteoporosis (weak-

Balance and stretch Muscles, tendons and ligaments that are well stretched, rather than stiff and rigid, are less likely to experience damage. They are also more able to support joints correctly, another way of reducing injury risk. Disciplines such as Tai Chi, which can be practised by anyone regardless of age and/ or ability, will also improve balance: vital for avoiding falls, especially later in life.

Change your mood Last, but not least, regular fitness sessions are often used in the treatment of depression and anxiety. As well as the positive social factors that can be gained from joining group activities, exercise releases a wonderful array of ‘feel good hormones’, such as dopamine, which improve mood and psychological health n for everyone.

5.10.2017 – 18.10.2017

DIRECT TELECOM POOL LEAGUE

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Gaffers slip the pack There comes a moment in every league campaign when someone takes decisive action, be it moving away from the relegation zone or, as in the first division of the Direct Telecom Pool League this last fortnight, to win the league. Gaffers A have been champions for the last three seasons and they look to have title number four at their mercy. They are currently seven points

Scores: Division 1 Dreamers 8 – 4 Terrace Originals Exiles A 6 6 Tenerife Hammers A Gaffers B 4 - 8 Gaffers A Palms A 5 - 7 Blue Water Bar Palms Elite 12 0 Phoenix Potters Pool Centre 5 7 James Hammers C Terrace Subs 3 9 Treehouse A Gaffers A 10 - 2 Exiles A James Hammers C 9 3 Blue Water Bar Phoenix Potters 3 9 Gaffers B Tenerife Hammers A 5 7 Dreamers Terrace Originals 6 6 Palms A Treehouse A 7 - 5 Palms Elite

Scores: Division 2 Bluebell B 7 - 5 Exiles B Hoppys 11 - 1 Picasso’s A Treehouse B 7 - 5 Yates Bar Bluebell A 6 - 6 Hoppys Picasso’s A 2 - 10 Picasso’s B Yates Bar 9 - 3 Palms Rebels Bluebell B 9 - 3 Picasso’s A

clear with a game in hand and a massive frame advantage after swatting aside Exiles A and then accounting for bar mates Gaffers B. Their nearest challengers are a James Hammers C side, who have found a second wind. The cup winners are enjoying a spell of fine form following promotion. They had a little wobble after an impressive start, but they are

now well and truly back in the groove. The 9-3 win at home to Blue Water Bar was impressive while the 7-5 win at Pool Centre was a statement of intent. They lead a crop of teams vying for the silver medal. Palms Elite are in nose bleed territory in third despite a loss at improving Treehouse A. They are starting to find some form and backed up the Elite win

Division 1 POS 1 Gaffers A 2 James Hammers C 3 Palms Elite 4 Pool Centre 5 Blue Water Bar 6 Treehouse A 7 Gaffers B 8 Exiles A 9 Dreamers 10 Tfe Hammers A 11 Palms A 12 Terrace Originals 13 Phoenix Potters 14 Terrace Subs

P W D L F A +- PTS 11 10 0 1 91 41 50 30 12 7 2 3 79 65 14 23 12 6 4 2 83 61 22 22 12 6 4 2 78 66 12 22 13 5 6 2 81 75 6 21 12 5 4 3 75 69 6 19 12 6 1 5 72 72 0 19 12 4 4 4 69 75 -6 16 12 4 3 5 75 69 6 15 11 3 4 4 66 66 0 13 10 2 2 6 54 66 -12 8 12 0 7 5 66 78 -12 7 13 2 1 10 55 101 -46 7 12 1 2 9 52 92 -40 5

Division 2 POS 1 Hoppys 2 Palms Rebels 3 Bluebell B 4 Bluebell A 5 Picasso’s B 6 Yates Bar 7 Treehouse B 8 Picasso’s A 9 Exiles B

P W D L F A +- PTS 13 8 2 3 92 64 28 26 12 7 1 4 80 64 16 22 11 7 0 4 79 53 26 21 12 6 2 4 71 73 -2 20 11 6 1 4 76 56 20 19 10 3 3 4 59 61 -2 12 11 4 0 7 47 85 -38 12 13 3 2 8 64 92 -28 11 11 2 1 8 56 76 -20 7

Only six players are averaging an over-70 per cent win ratio in Division One

with a fine 9-3 victory at rock bottom Terrace Subs. Dreamers also went double bubble as they were too hot for Terrace Originals a week after chinning Tenerife Hammers A: a side that is looking like a shadow of their former selves. The Hammers draw at Exiles leaves them in a stunning 10th place. Last season’s runners up Palms A are also having a dismal campaign. They wasted a golden chance to get a rare win as they crashed 7-5 at home to Pool Centre. Division Two is now essentially two leagues. The bottom four are more than capable of

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causing an upset while there seems little between the top five teams. Hoppys lead the way after a fine draw at Bluebell A and then a sensational 11-1 win over Picassos A. Hoppys have always had the talent and this season they have added consistency and now confidence. They may be hard to catch. Palms Rebels slipped up at Yates Bar 9-3 in a match that may have a big influence come the end of the season. Bluebell B followed a home win over Picassos A with another solid win over Exiles B. Picassos B also harbour promotion ambitions. They com-

pleted a miserable hat trick of defeats for Picassos A in their derby game, and even though they have some tough away trips coming up, they are bang in the shake up. Finally, a quick word on the player standings: in Division One only six players are averaging an over-70 per cent win ratio. Normally at this stage of the season there is double that number. It shows how high the standard is this season. Neil from Gaffers leads the standings over James at James Place with Top Six Dave an unbelievable third. The only way is n surely down!

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Bulldog Gym

Martial arts for all ages By Tenerife Tae Kwon Do Academy It's a sad reality nowadays that we live in a society where physical and verbal assault, muggings and thefts are frequent occurrences. There are no real answers or magic wands we can wave to stop this happening, so what can we do to protect ourselves within the framework of the law? Our ultimate aim is to enjoy life and not be involved in dramas or conflict, but unfortunately we live in difficult times and not everyone thinks this way, mainly due to financial stresses and the side-effects that causes, such as rising crime levels. So as law-abiding people we often need to think about control measures to protect ourselves and our families. Choosing the right martial art for you or a family member is a difficult thing to do as, with limited knowledge, people tend to opt for the nearest club. There are so many martial arts out there but it is a minefield, and choosing the right one can be difficult. There isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t one martial art that is considered the best, and that's why it is important to look around before making any rash decisions.

There are many types of martial arts

Learning a martial art requires hard work and determination

Self-defence is an integral part of our natural system

Tenerife Tae Kwon Do Academy Firstly, we do not teach young students to attack unless it's absolutely necessary. Part of the training is to promote confidence and personal awareness. Out ethos is to give them increased mental awareness and the confidence to act assertively to prevent a situation escalating into physical violence. We also teach our students to kick, punch and block in a controlled environment. We use equipment that is safe to use and has low impact on the joints, such as kick bags, air shields, paddles and smartie pads. This prevents injuries to limbs when kicking and punching, and provides a cardio workout at the same time as developing co-ordination, focus, timing, distancing, balance and power.

We discuss the meaning of selfdefence at the same time as teaching students about space awareness and posturing. Compared to fists, open hands are seen to be more passive and often bring a situation right down. We teach youngsters that striking another person is the last resort and used only when they are backed into a corner and have no option other than to defend themselves. If we make them violent through training methods, the bullied can often become the bully. Part of any studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s journey involves aims and objectives with goal setting. In our system, we have regular promotional grading where students are tested and promoted. This isn't just handed out, it has to be earned through hard work and determination, and successful students receive a belt and certificate of rank. Promotion tests are motivational tools that give children a sense of achievement and enable them to set new targets.

Attitude Feel free to visit Tenerife Tae Kwon Do Academy at Bulldog gym in Las Chafiras

Self-defence Self-defence is an integral part of our natural system. Teaching children is somewhat challenging as we have to ensure we achieve a balance with defending and guarding and attacking and striking.

Learning any art form is useful, however, depth of knowledge and understanding are paramount to give students the right attitude as well as promote self-belief. All instructors should have this knowledge and be able to communicate it to their students. Regular discussion with parents and youngsters is essential. An instructor can sometimes help with any issues, and all

information is treated in the strictest confidence and used to improve the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s physical and moral standing. We instil five tenets known as CIPSI: courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, indomitable spirit. All students are encouraged to embrace these words and incorporate them as part of everyday life.

Bulldog Gym If you would like to see what we offer, please feel free to visit us at Bulldog gym in Las Chafiras.

Ladies Our next self-defence seminar for ladies takes place on

October 1 at the gym. You do not require any level of fitness and there is no age restriction.

Contact For further information call Master Summers on: 605 379 030 or email: tenerifetkd@ n gmail.com.

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FOOTBALL

alty awarded to the home side was dubious to say the least, but there can be no excuses for another away league defeat for the blanquiazules, their third on the trot. Tenerife did create chances in the first half; shots by Camille and Malbasic were well saved by the home keeper. Lugo was reduced to long efforts from outside the box and at the break the match was goalless. The second half had barely started when Lugo was

‘awarded’ a soft penalty by the referee which was hotly disputed by Tenerife players. Fede Vico duly converted to put the home side 1-0 up. The game opened up with Tenerife attempting a comeback but Lugo were determined to hold on for their fourth straight win, a local club record at this level. Malbasic came off the bench and almost equalised for Tenerife late on but it was too little too late. There is no time for sulking as the club faces a mad month of matches starting on October 7 against Nastic de Tarragona with a 7pm kick off. A few days later they face a tough trip to Oviedo for a midweek fixture on October 11 before playing at home again on the 14th against current league leaders Numancia. A week later they will travel to Lorca before their cup match with Espanyol. n

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Two steps forward, one step back It is a trait going back years that CD Tenerife is unable to win three games on the trot. Yes, we have seen some spectacular victories so far this season with plenty of goals scored by the blanquiazules, but we seem to be lacking in the run-of-the-mill matches. Confidence is high this year, a decent run in the Spanish King’s Cup for once has created plenty of excitement but we will need to pick up more points away from home in the league if we are going to make a challenge for promotion. Spanish Cup third round Cordoba 1 CD Tenerife 4 The blanquiazules cruised into the next round of the King’s Cup with a superb performance in Andalusia. Despite falling

ised minutes later through youngster Brian Martin. Before the break Casadesús made it 1-2 to Tenerife and the rout was completed in the second half with two more goals. The prize for victory was a fourth round two-legged tie against La Liga side Espanyol. The first tie will be played in Santa Cruz on October 25 or 26, with the second leg set for a month later in Cornellá, Barcelona. 23/09/2017 CD Tenerife 4 Alcorcón 0 Tenerife carried on where they left off a few days before in the cup, by thrashing Alcorcón in the Heliodoro Stadium in front of more than 12,000 fans. The visitors from Madrid travelled to the Island in fine form, in fact they had only conceded one goal in the previous five matches.

midfielder Bryan Acosta for his first home start proved to be crucial. This allowed more freedom for Juan Carlos to create just behind the strikers and the new tactics worked a treat. Juan Carlos put Tenerife 1-0 in front with a free-kick on 12 minutes, and before the break Italian Samuele Longo made it 2-0 with a sublime chip over the keeper after a defencesplitting Acosta pass. Alcorcón did enjoy plenty of possession but it was all very well controlled by the Tenerife defence. Once again youngster Jorge Saenz was superb in the heart of defence and a few days later he was called up for the Spanish under-21 team for the second time. The third Tenerife goal was added by Casadesús on 71 minutes and by now it was just a question of how many would

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CD Tenerife scored four goals at home against Alcorcón

we score. In the closing minutes, Serbian striker Malbasic made it 4-0 as the Mexican wave made a welcome return to the stadium. For once Tenerife put the game out of sight early on and supporters could enjoy the spectacle rather than the nail-biting finales we have been used to for so long. 1/10/2017 CD Lugo 1 CD Tenerife 0 Yes, home side Lugo were on an excellent run. Yes, the pen-

Chasing your goals

How Nomads makes dreams come true By Nomads FC As summer starts to slip away, we wanted to look back on our Soccer Experience Summer football trips. For many here in Tenerife, it’s the start of a new season of football in the sun. For a chosen few, it could be the start of a whole new career in The Beautiful Game. Every summer we take a group of young players from many different clubs in Tenerife to mainland Spain for fun, football and positive social experiences. We do the same on our annual trip to the UK, but the experience here can lead to golden opportunities for those who want to continue a career in football and sport. In the UK we play

Every summer Nomads FC takes groups of young players to mainland Spain and UK

against many professional academy teams. We also include guest, professional and college coaches as part of our staff. These coaches have the chance to work with our kids, to grade their ability, and almost as important, to observe how the player behaves off the pitch. After coming on the UK tour with us this summer, no less

than seven players that were playing youth football in South Tenerife last season have been accepted for a two-year Sports BTECH diploma at Nottingham where, if they pass, they can then look for soccer scholarships and other diplomas at universities. Those seven get to train with excellent professional coaches

every morning and then do classroom work in the afternoon. One of the great things is that they all get to stay and study together as accommodation, food and guidance will be provided by a family that already has two kids on the football course. For 16, 17 or 18 year old players still dreaming of becoming a professional footballer, this diploma course allows them to continue with a high level of football that could give them a future in the game, and more importantly they’re also getting an education which gives them the option of an alternative path. This excellent educational/football course is paid for by the UK government. For anyone

with a European passport, the only fees are the living costs. If your son would be interested in joining our Spain and UK tour in 2018 for the football fun and experience, and also for the chance to be noticed by the college coaches, then please contact us to sign up for next summer. Play with the stars November 10 to 12 sees the annual Veterans Tournaments at Las Torres sports centre for over-35s and over-45s. Local 7-a-side teams get to take on an All-Star team featuring ex-stars of Nottingham Forest, Tottenham and Manchester United in a weekend competition to win the coveted Veterans Trophy. If you

have a team that would like to take on the ex-pros in this fun, friendly tournament, contact us via the details below to reserve a place. Want to know more? Further details on local football opportunities can be found at: www.nomadsfc.com. Each team has its own webpage. Alternatively, email: info@ socexp.com or call/message: +34 654 200 470. Also visit our international website: www. n socexp.com.

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Horoscope for period: September 21 to October 4 Aries 21.3 - 20.4 The academic and/or specialised side of your life has been at the forefront for several months and has hopefully brought you some gains in that direction. However, your focus will now be changing and personal relationships will be at the fore. Taurus 21.4 - 20.5 Sometimes Taureans can rely too heavily on their reason, rather than feelings and instinct. However, you are entering a period where you’ll be more in touch with your emotions, which will lead you to reassess any negative relationships. Gemini 21.5 - 21.6 A little introspection is always necessary for keeping us on the right track. Hopefully you have made plenty of time for this recently. Do it now if not, as this is the perfect opportunity to open up a little and share more with those around you. Cancer 22.6 - 22.7 This current quiet period will probably last you until towards the end of the year, when everything looks set to change. That’s not yet though, so this is a good time to get your affairs in order, especially if you’ve been a little lax in that area lately. Leo 23.7 - 23.8 Leos tend to be one of two things: go-getters or those who prefer to lie around and wait for everything. Both attitudes seem to work well, but if the latter type, you should consider whether you are actually draining other people around you. Virgo 24.8 - 23.9 Always listen to your intuition, especially if you’re unsure of the way forward. Some of the greatest mistakes we make in life are when we ignore that little voice telling us what we should do or, more often, shouldn’t. Go with your gut feeling. Libra 24.9 - 23.10 There are powerful emotional aspects in your life right now. Maybe you are having problems in your intimate relationship or family, or have become desperate for a partner if single. Any which way, feelings will be running high for a while yet. Scorpio 24.10 - 22.11 Those in business or with a responsible job will find they can make great gains over the coming months if they don’t allow themselves to become distracted. This also applies to students and anyone wishing to reorganise their lives or homes. Sagittarius 23.11 - 21.12 When a way of living your dream is presented to you, try not to dismiss it because it isn’t exactly what you wished for. Sometimes life kindly gives us what we need, not what we want. You will regret any possibilities you throw away. Capricorn 22.12 - 20.1 There is disapproval coming from someone close to you. Maybe you do need to reconsider your actions, or possibly it is they who are behaving badly. Either way, it will be worth taking the time to contemplate the situation rather than dismiss it. Aquarius 21.1 - 20.2 Love is in the air for single Aquarians, and it will be found in unexpected quarters such as a family gathering or sports event. Those already in a relationship will also hopefully feel closer to their partner than they have for a while. Pisces 21.2 - 20.3 You will be contemplating the need to pay more attention to your personal grooming and care. This can be a great moment for you to update your look and/or bring in some better habits. You deserve a treat, so make time for yourself for a change.

Contacts Cockney girl, Ana. Just what you need to get pampered. Stunning hot brunette. Let my pleasure be your pleasure. Owo, French kissing. Los Cristianos, opposite the bus station. Tel: (+34) 631 343 527. Busty and curvy. Erotic private massages, parties, threesomes, bondage, escort, in a beautiful location or at your home/hotel, with German couple or alone with me, a nice little lady with piercings in all the right places, enjoying French and realising your secret wishes. Tel: (+34) 648 245 425. Los Cristianos, Alejandra, Venezuelan blonde, beautiful, large breasts, great body. French natural, kisses, positions, sado, golden rain, fetishism, vibrators. Private apartment in the centre of Los Cristianos, or I can do outcalls. Tel: 603 375 934. Only for generous ladies: Excursions, escorts, erotic massages and more. Marc (German) speaks English and Spanish, has an apartment and car and also does visits. We can meet in a café before. Tel: (+34) 630 759 974.

€60 an hour, Carolina, tall, fair skinned, 90cm breasts, slim, affectionate, fun, all-body massage on a table with oils, no rush, happy ending. Los Cristianos, Calle Monaco, Edificio Marte. Tel. 610 620 089.

Los Cristianos, Meliza, blonde Venezuelan, large breasts, all services, natural French, positions, kisses, sado. I have a private apartment in Calle Ramón Pino, near to Playa Las Vistas. I do outcalls. Tel: 602 629 191.

Elena, well built Russian, 35 years, 69, natural French, 20 minutes: €50, 30 minutes: €60. I speak a little English. Edificio Royal, Los Cristianos, in front of the bus station. Discreet apartment. Call me first. Tel: 605 215 513.

Girlfriend experience with gorgeous Colombian girls, mutual naked massage, body to body, Tantric technique, deeper orgasm, outcall services. See pictures on the website: www. sensestantricmassagetenerife. com. Tel. (+34) 640 814 067. Also, all kinds of parties.

Los Cristianos, beautiful Colombian girl, 23 years old, providing all types of services without limits. You can visit me in my private apartment or I can come to you. Tel: 602 502 300. You’ll love the details. Luxury erotic massages. Visit our new branch in Adeje. Tel: 674 407 827, www.edencanary.com. We are also in Playa Paraiso, Costa Adeje. Tel: 662 960 065. Are you looking for erotic relaxation of a special kind? I’m an attractive, empathetic German woman with style and charm, offering high quality tantra massages. If you want to have this special experience, you should call me: (+34) 602 508 436. I speak English well. www.lynn-tantra.com. Los Cristianos, new, Aracely, Spanish blonde. All services. I can do hotel visits or I will welcome you in my private apartment. Tel: 664 099 043.

English model, showgirl, professional striptease, quality service, general entertainment, stag nights, dominatrix, fetish, luxury conditions. 24 hour visits, escort service available. Tel: 697 227 139. PAMELA, Afro-Brazilian, Las Chafiras. Massage service available for gentlemen only. Private apartment. HH Franciscano Street, beside the large park, Las Chafiras. Tel: 608 285 035.

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General Services Massage and more. Offer: 60 minutes body massage €36. Couples, four hands, lava stones, tantric massages, etc. Playa de las Américas, Ernesto Sarti no.8, across from Iberostar Hotel Torviscas Playa. Tel. 602 608 626 For sale. Home-produced ecological vegetables, Tenerife south. Interested businesses, call 650 323 751 (Spanish only), send WhatsApp or email to: michelteide@hotmail.com www.mascuidados.com Website for our massages, dedicated to bringing the benefits of therapeutic massage to your home or hotel, no charge for travel. Do you want a massage? www.mascuidados.com Tel. 663 190 727

on Tel: (+34) 922 178 091 or Email: ave.fenix73@gmail.com You’re invited!!! FREE BEAUTY SESSION. This is your time to relax with friends or on your own, share the excitement of trying new products, learn about the latest techniques and trends and of course, earn fabulous rewards. More info: 642 601 553 Maggie. Are you looking for an opportunity with financial independence and personal fulfillment? Become an Independent Beauty Consultant!!! More Info: 642 601 553. Teacher (English and Spanish) and interpreter gives Spanish lessons. I would also like to work as a secretary. Tel: 747 790 001 or email: k.arim555@ live.com. Body, foot reflexology, Breuss massage, manual lymph drainage. Let yourself be pampered by Simone’s hands. Economic price. Tel: 611 277 578. www. simonehands.de.

After school classes, help or activities in English, German or Spanish, please contact Mrs. Garus. Tel. 602 506 793. We are 5 minutes away from Wingate School in Cabo Blanco. Qualified specialist from Germany helps you with back pain, neck pain, sciatica, headaches and insomnia. Tel. 0034 699 15 61 47 (ask for Eugene). Masonic Lodge - Ave Fenix No.73. New meetings starting in October 2017 on the fourth Tuesday of the month. If interested, all visitors are welcome to come down. For further information, lodge secretary John Donaldson is available to contact

Professional massage therapy, available at the client’s home/ apartment. Certified and experienced masseur for remedial, deep tissue, Swedish, sports and relaxing massage. Mobile/ WhatsApp: (+34) 683 141 129. I am looking for a woman from anywhere in Europe for marriage and business in Puerto de La Cruz, Tenerife, where I live. She must be up to 30 years old, and a non-smoker who speaks English, German and Spanish, with a driving licence for a car. I am single, an engineer, intelligent, very disciplined, well organised, courageous, love swimming, fashion, nature and the sea. Contact: brudnyjaroslav@ gmail.com. Los Cardones, San Isidro. Amanda and Rebeca, erotic massages. Tantric and Thai massages with happy ending. No sex. Shower and tea. 24 hours. Discreet place. Tel: 631 801 293.

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Santiago del Teide Lions Club Bargains galore From clothes and children’s toys to kitchenware and books – there are plenty of great deals on second-hand goods. They even have sets of golf clubs! Don’t miss out – visit their shop below the plaza in Puerto Santiago (Behind Vigilia Park). Open Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10am – 1pm and Wednesdays 2pm to 8pm.

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We sell furniture suitable for bar/restaurant (tables, chairs, kitchen accessories, decoration etc.) in excellent condition. Price negotiable. Tel: 922 717 613 or 671 912 301

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Wanted urgently: an apartment to rent in El Médano with 2 bedrooms and a garage. Tel: 676 243 558.

FOR RENT, luxury one bedroom apartment in Los Cristianos. Available October 15 to November 28. Fully equipped to very high standard, international TV channels, WiFi, secure off-street parking. Terrace, 3rd floor, lift and communal pool. One minute walk to beach and amenities. No pets. Mature couples only. €800 per month, bills included. Tel: 637 268 337. Apartment for rent, 1 bedroom, fully equipped, near Playa Martiánez, in Puerto de La Cruz, €470 /month + electricity. Tel: Theresa on 606 105 101. Winter letting Puerto de La Cruz Studio apartment, 24 hour concierge, pool, sea views. Minimum three month contract. €500 per month. 669 652 149 Looking to swap my house in Tenerife for a house in Dublin or surroundings. If agreed, the time could be arranged. From a month to a year time gap. Call Carmen 693 727 683 Looking to exchange or rent: Luxury 85m2 apartment in Travemünde (on the Baltic Sea, Germany) in exchange for 2/3 bedroom apartment in Tenerife for 4-6 weeks January/ February 2017. Our property is located on the 2nd floor overlooking the sea and the city and furnished to a very high standard. There

is a Wellness and Spa on resort and underground parking. We are looking for a 2/3 bedroom apartment in Tenerife in a nice complex with heated pool and Spa facilities. Email: m.perling@ gmx.de or 0049 179 51 75 987. Apartment and Villa for rent in Tenerife south. Tel: (0034) 662 507 191. Garage to rent, double width. Victoria Court 1, Los Cristianos. Close to Sunday market. Very secure lock-up. Tel: 679 919 623.

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Classifieds Apartment Tabaiba Alta For sale, only five mins away from the German school, roughly 102ms, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, utility room, garden, big terrace. Spectacular views of the sea and mountain, big garage with 2 spaces, 2 closed store rooms, price €180,000, mob. 686 798 367, email e optene rife @ gmail.co m INVESTMENT PROPERTY – Rental €20,000 per annum on a lifetime traspaso with current tenant in for 7 years. Asking price: €240,000. Excellent opportunity for the long term

investor with annual increase in return. Prime location in Playa de Las Américas, Garden City. For further particulars call David on: 609 072 467. LOCAL FOR SALE. For sale: commercial shop unit for refurbishment. The former Venus Gymnasium in front of Mercadona and Lidl in Santa María del Mar, Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Ask for Eustakio or Mara. Tel: 670 862 803. www.teneriffa-fincas.net Beautiful seafront apartment for private sale. One bedroom, garage, sea views and in a sunny position. Price: €120,000. No agents. Tel: 922 752 759. Mobile: 608 425 426. For sale, Bungalow 160m2 Costa Sauzal, situated front row with guaranteed spectacular sea-views, 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, living room with panoramic windows, modern kitchen, dining room connected to the terrace, including a heated 4 x 8 m pool, all on same level, garage and a marvellous tropical garden with 800m2 landscaped with various plants and lots of fruit-trees. Private sale contact: info@ simonsananes.com. Tel.: 00 34 699 444 879 For sale

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Discover your dream home The area between El Médano and Los Abrigos represents a great venture opportunity for investors, visitors and residents.

El Médano In the 1960s, El Médano was nothing more than a sleepy village, and there was no electricity supply or asphalted roads, only a pair of fishing huts, some camels, a lot of unfruitful land and some tomato plantations. Today, El Médano is no longer a secret but is still an area which differs from other areas of mass tourism in the south of the island. Here, the idea of being unique has been conquered. El Médano has one of the longest sandy beaches on the Islands and an extended nature conservation area around Montaña Roja (Red Mountain) where there is unique vegetation and rare birds. El Médano is well known in the wind and kite surfing world, and is one of the locations of the annual PWA World Tour calendar. The small resort is ideal for gourmet lovers, sunbathers

This two bedroom property is available now, call: 662 632 534

and holidaymakers, with not only a gorgeous beach but also a range of bars and restaurants offering Canarian and international cuisine at great prices, while on Saturdays you can visit the local market.

La Tejita to Sotavento Behind Montaña Roja lies the kilometre-wide sandy beach of La Tejita and then Sotavento, an ideal area for visitors who prefer a peaceful location, and

for naturists. Medium and high class apartments are being constructed in this area, and there is now a modern shopping centre with a supermarket, several bars, international restaurants and other services available. The Chiringuito Pirata (Pirate Beach Bar) is a unique setting for tourists and residents alike, offering Canarian food and beverages at great prices - and you’re guaranteed to meet some lovely people there. The next construction project planned

in this area is a five star hotel with a view of Montaña Roja.

La Mareta - a rough diamond Located on the coastal road between El Médano and Los Abrigos, this residential area consists mainly of one-and two-level family villas, most of which are Canarian in style. In recent years however, several houses with excellent architecture have been added, for

example this modern two-bedroom house shown in the photograph. It is ready for occupation, so if you are interested call: 662 632 534. The weather in this area is very pleasant even when the temperatures are high, as it is bathed by the north easterly winds (alisios). The airport is nearby, but the area suffers from little or no noise.

Los Abrigos

Los Abrigos is nicknamed ‘the dining room of the south’, and not without reason. Every day, hundreds of diners flock to eat in this small fishing village, especially at the many speciality seafood restaurants on the promenade. If you visit the market on Tuesdays, you can also buy fresh fish. Only a short distance away, is the internationally known Golf del Sur resort and the ecological five star Hotel San Blas where you can take a trip into the history of the island, and especially the local area. Nearby is the San Miguel Marina, the largest private sporting marina on the island, and another golf course, Amarilla Golf.

The future The stretch between El Médano and Los Abrigos is expected to see significant development over the next few years. New construction projects and improved residential infrastructures will make this area even more attractive to investors, visin tors and residents.

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Townhouse in Residencial El Galeón

& + 34 822 144 541 The triplex consists of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, 3 terraces (one with ocean views), 74 metres, 200 metre floor area, furnished, no community payment, pre-installed solar powered hot water as well as air conditioning and terrace Jacuzzi, fully renovated, exterior, bright.

Property by Playa de Los Cristianos

& + 34 822 144 541 Apartment with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, separate kitchen, garage parking space, communal swimming pool, terrace with excellent sea views, bright, 90 metre floor plan, €68 community fee including water, close to the beach, central.

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House for sale in El Fraile

335m2 of living space 3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms, 1 guest WC Prepared for freight lift from the entrance to the roof Power supply: 380V Fin de obra 2015 Lighting: everything with LEDs Solar heating for hot water All rooms with balcony Wood parquet in the whole house Descaling system Drinking water preparation etc.

Value: 502,500 € (1,500 € per m2)

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Playa Honda Las Américas One bedroom apartment, tiled throughout, American-style kitchen, separate bedroom and terrace. Located in the center of Las Americas within 3 minutes walk from the beach.

€ 122,000 Alan: 634 098 838

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Playa de Las Américas Located just off front line, excellent reputation, regular clientele. Terrace for approximately 10 tables and refurbished interior in timber. Bar walls adorned with memorabilia. Includes store room and Ladies & Gents toilet facilities.

€ 25,000

Alan: 634 098 838

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