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228 April 2022

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Editorial

COMMITTED TO CONNECTIVITY March marked the second anniversary of the outbreak of the Covid-19 health emergency.

Much has changed since then and we have had to make massive efforts to continue with flights, aware of the crucial importance of connectivity for the Canary Islands.

Instability on the international scene is hitting the transport sector yet again. After the pandemic and the energy crisis that has increased fuel costs, now the war between Russia and Ukraine shows once more that air spaces are a reflection of a globalised society.

However, we are confident of our ability to continue to adapt to changing environments.

Our main priority is, as ever, to offer a quality service to our passengers, who show their desire to fly again day by day.

We continue to assist the return to normality in air travel and are committed to maintaining the connectivity and economic recovery of the Canaries. To that end, we are stepping up our operations to enable those who choose to fly with us to have early morning and latenight connections, tailored to the needs of our users. In that regard we have some news to share with you: we have created a new base in Lanzarote to enable us to provide two 07.00 flights from the island. As a result, there is an early flight to Tenerife in addition to the existing one to Gran Canaria. Beginning in March, two Binter aircraft now remain overnight in Lanzarote to make this possible. The other non-capital islands which also offer early-morning departures (one in each case) are Fuerteventura and La Palma.

During April we will be laying on extra flights to facilitate travel over Easter, both between the islands (6% more seats) and on other routes such as Madeira, which will see four extra flights added during the period.

There is good news for our international passengers too as we now offer an English version of the digital version of this NT inflight magazine. Available on our website and our inflight entertainment platform, it complements our services with a variety of news and information features to add to your enjoyment of the flight.

Thank you for choosing us and have a good flight!

Juan A. Ramsden General Coordinator

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SUMMARY 6 Natacha Aguilar Interview

10 Monthly report Economy

14 News Business News

22 Madeira International destination

26 Camino del Risco Walks

32 La Cantería Beaches

18 Vitoria Domestic destination

38 Stress Health

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48 Healthy and tasty food Food

Interview. Natacha Aguilar

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By Beneharo Mesa Illustrations by Capi Cabrera

«THE CANARIES ARE A HOTSPOT OF CETACEAN BIODIVERSITY» Natacha Aguilar is an internationally-renowned marine biologist and a leading expert in deep-diving cetaceans. Her work has seen her spend research periods in various parts of the world. She holds a PhD in Biology from the University of La Laguna and is a member of the university’s Biodiversity, Marine Ecology and Conservation Research Group. She is also a Marie Curie Fellow (EU Horizon 2020) at the Centre for Research into Ecological and Environmental Modelling (CREEM), University of St Andrews (Scotland). can reach depths of 3000 metres. As a result, species that normally live far out to sea come to within relatively short distances of the coast. They include the pilot whales found off South Tenerife and in the channel between Tenerife and La Gomera, where the populations are among the largest known of this species. We also have six species of beaked whales, a cetacean family commonly known as birds of the sea. Very little is known about them and they would often become stranded on the coasts of Fuerteventura and Lanzarote at times of naval exercises. At least that was until the Canaries became a world pioneer in putting in place a moratorium on the use of high-intensity military sonars to halt further mass deaths of these whales, which are like baby whales. We also have populations of sperm whales that are present year-round. Luckily, they appear

How did your links to marine biology begin?

I studied marine biology at the University of La Laguna (ULL) because I wanted to work on cetaceans and the Canary Islands are one of the best places in the world for this.

Your research focuses heavily on deep-diving cetaceans. Do normal cetaceans differ from deep-diving ones?

How? Yes, I work specifically on deep-diving cetaceans because the Canaries are ideal for this type of research. These animals are usually quite difficult to study because the deepest waters tend to be a long way off the coast. However, that is not the case of the Canaries, where the channels between the islands

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Interview. Natacha Aguilar

est things such as ocean abysses. We have them right on our doorstep here.

Often just one kilometre from the shore and one kilometre deep.

to breed in the Canaries, which makes the islands one of the most important locations in the North Atlantic for the species. In short, the Canaries are a hotspot of cetacean biodiversity generally, with one third of the species that exist worldwide present here. As volcanic islands, they are also a key location for deep-diving cetaceans.

Yes, it is a pity that despite such riches there are insufficient resources to make best use of them.

Very true. Many research groups come because they are in contact with specific individual researchers from here. However, with a greater commitment to deep-water research in the Canaries, groups might come and invest in this field. Indeed, it could even give rise to a blue economy.

You have been to various parts of the world for research. How does their way of working differ compared to the Canaries?

I went looking for international experience to enhance my training and have access to experts in different fields. I trained in acoustics in Ireland and the United States, and then secured European Marie Curie contracts to visit New Zealand and Scotland. One thing I have noticed is that all the universities that offer marine biology have marine laboratories for use by researchers and students, and which also serve as a research base.

«With a greater commitment to deep-water research in the Canaries, groups might come and invest in this field» A focus on other areas may be needed but many appear to be unable to see beyond tourism.

Is that not the case in the Canaries?

The Canaries lack university marine laboratories. In the islands we do not even have our own marine research vessel or one based here. The ships have to come from the Spanish mainland. It is a great pity as we have two universities, the Spanish Institute of Oceanography and PLOCAN (Oceanic Platform of the Canary Islands). These four government establishments are engaged in marine research but there is no vessel in the Canaries to help them. Is that not a pity?

Neither is there a research laboratory for researchers or students on practical placements. The Canaries have always been considered a privileged location for studying the things that are furthest way: stars, the highest objects. But it is also a privileged spot to study the deep-

Yes, every crisis is an invitation to reflect and, indeed, Covid-19 forces us to do so. The development model in the Canaries is not environmentally friendly nor is it resilient to economic crises such as the one we have just suffered.

Big decisions lie ahead therefore: should we continue with an obsolete model or sign up to the new trends at European and world level that focus on recovering nature to create green and blue economies, which would be much more resistant to external vagaries and crises such as the one just experienced?

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Economy. Monthly report.

By Enrique Areilza* Illustrations by Ilustre Mario

TRUTH SERUM, PLEASE It’s very hard to know if you are lying to me. Your eyes, pupils, body, voice, dry throat … I don’t believe you; lie after lie. Technology is improving and, with it, so does your training in lying. I can’t believe you, even if you take a dose of truth serum. I will learn to read you, you fake.

Always telling the truth can be very tough. We learn to lie almost at the same time that we learn to talk. It is a form of defence, manipulation or seduction. Lying is part and parcel of surviving.

them you need to look very closely. Moreover, with sufficient training you can learn to hide them, like a spy. The most well-known giveaways are as follows: Facial micro-expressions: very rapid movements interspersed with normal facial expressions. Hard to spot. But hard to hide as they contradict the normal ones.

I don’t remember my first lie: I think I was probably eighteen months old, which is when most people can speak twenty words. There is room for at least one lie in twenty words.

Differences between verbal and non-verbal elements. It is so annoying when someone is speaking to you in a serious tone but at the same time seems about to burst out laughing.

There are signs that tell you if someone is lying. Only the sum of various indicators can offer a degree of certainty. To spot

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Economy. Monthly report.

A higher voice pitch: this reflects anxiety or stress and perhaps, therefore, an attempt to deceive.

ment experts to separate the wheat from the chaff.

As recruitment specialists, we often wonder if we should offer candidates a polygraph. “Look, I can’t be certain if you are lying to me. How do you feel about taking the lie detector and we can check out your record properly? It is voluntary, of course”. Just joking: polygraphs are not effective. According to Wikipedia, they are “commonly used to try and detect lies but there is no scientific validation for this whatsoever …. They have been shown repeatedly to be unable to detect notorious spies ...”

Speaking speed, which slows down due to nerves.

Looking away or avoiding eye contact Touching one’s face, ears, nose, hair ...

Dry throat: have you never experienced a dry swallow?

Body position: distant or at an angle.

Body barriers: arms folded or legs crossed.

You might be thinking “why not try a dose of truth serum, also voluntary?” Well, this is not wholly effective either. From Wikipedia again: “It can be inaccurate because subjects can mix fact and fantasy …”. Put another way, they might well tell the truth, but they may freak out also.

There are signs that tell you if someone is lying. Only the sum of various indicators can offer a degree of certainty. To spot them you need to look very closely.

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Technology helps firms like ours to detect expressions, voice pitch, rhythm, word repetition and other factors that can be used to obtain data and parameters to predict behavioural traits using Big Data and Artificial Intelligence.

Eye direction: we glance to the right when thinking up something and to the left when remembering. A note of caution, however: recent studies have failed to show sufficient empirical evidence of this.

That said, there are many seasoned liars. I am amazed at how this skill has been developed in politics. If you apply yourself and learn from all the above, you will see how the level of lying can shoot up.

Pupils dilate when we like what we see, but contract when we are afraid.

Eye track: this normally centres on the eyes of the interlocutor but lowers to the mouth and chin area if there is some attraction.

Learn to spot if someone is lying to you.

Or - if you are one of the baddies - learn to avoid being caught by a lie detector.

Have a good flight.

Lie detection: an issue in politics.

Not just for voters but for politicians too. Many parties are inundated with candidates and they try to weed out the climbers. They end up turning to recruit-

P. S.: “People never lie so much as after a hunt, during a war or before an election”. Otto von Bismarck (1815-1898), German politician.

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HAPPINESS HEADS TO FUTURISMO 2022 WITH MARIO ALONSO PUIG MASTERCLASS Among the most eagerly-anticipated talks at Futurismo 2022 is the masterclass to be given by Dr Mario Alonso Puig, a specialist in surgery, mind-body medicine and psychology at the University of Harvard, as well as executive coach to businesses. His presentation at the 9th Spanish Forum for Tourism Entrepreneurs and Professionals will address the core topic of “The Quest for Happiness”. On 21 and 22 April, the Pirámide de Arona Conference Centre in the Mare Nostrum Resort (Playa de las Américas, Tenerife) will host one of the most important tourism sector events organised in the Canaries. Mario Alonso Puig has devoted much of his life to investigating and studying the application of knowledge from the fields of medicine, neuroscience and positive psychology to personal and

professional leadership. He has more than twenty years’ experience in delivering courses and working with Spanish and international firms. Full details of the event programme will be available soon at www.futurismo.es.

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WOMEN MAKE UP 57 % OF ACCOMMODATION SECTOR EMPLOYEES AND HEAD 51 % OF DEPARTMENTS Coinciding with last month’s commemoration of 8 March, the Sustainability Observatory of hoteliers’ association Ashotel conducted a survey to ascertain the percentage of women employed in its member establishments.

The survey by the association revealed that women make up 57% of accommodation sector employees in the province of Tenerife, with 51% of departments headed by women.

The survey records the percentage of women employees across the various departments of its members. It shows that, although women now occupy positions of responsibility in a range of areas in the companies, some areas continue to be highly feminised.

These include Housekeeping, where women are the department heads in 97% of cases.

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Business News

LANZAROTE SUPPORTS CLEAN ENERGIES AND SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY Lanzarote’s governing Council (Cabildo) and the island’s Tourism Federation are currently exploring expanding recharge points for electric vehicles and the need to speed up administrative formalities for these in the light of fuel price increases.

The federation, which brings together tourism sector employers, emphasised the need to also speed up planning arrangements for renewable energies given spiralling gas and oil costs which are having a major impact on the island’s economy.

In addition to discussing sustainable mobility as the most efficient way to cut carbon dioxide emissions, the Cabildo and the employers agreed that new e-vehicle recharge points are needed to facilitate and guarantee mobility across the island. Car hire firms are adding substantial numbers of electric vehicles to their fleets, but they are being rented

very little due to the limited availability of recharge points. Both sides emphasised the need for infrastructure in all towns, particularly in tourist resorts where recharging spaces are not yet available.

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TEGUESTE SHOWCASES TOWN LANDSCAPES, HERITAGE AND CULTURE Tegueste Town Council, through the Tourism, Environment and Local Development department headed by councillor Manuel Martín, has unveiled its “Guided Tours, Tourism and Environment 2022” programme which offers a total of 39 tours designed to showcase the landscape, archaeological, heritage and cultural values of the town and the island of Tenerife generally. According to Mr Martín, the renewal of the programme of guided tours reflects the Council’s aim to position Tegueste as an active tourism destination and provide leisure activities related to nature and outdoor sports.

Anyone interested in taking part in the tours scheduled for February to December of this year is asked to register by calling 922 31 61 02 or emailing turismo@tegueste.org, given that places are limited.

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Domestic destination. Vitoria

By Julia Laich

ELORRIO, A VIZCAYA TOWN STEEPED IN HISTORY Known as the Town of the Coats of Arms, time is said to stand still in Elorrio. This small town in the province of Vizcaya, on the border with Guipúzcoa, can be visited easily in a single morning. The old part is one of the most important in the Basque Country and is home to wellpreserved and valuable heritage. Guarded by the Anboto and Udalaitz mountains, Elorrio also boasts impressive natural surroundings.

Elorrio is rightly considered one of the most important towns in the region.

Sheltered by Mt Udalaitz and Mt Anboto, it was founded in 1356 by don Tello, lord of Vizcaya, and has witnessed battles, histories and extensive trade. A walk is

the best and indeed only way to visit its streets and get to know its history. For those wishing to know more, the Tourist Office on Gernikako Arbola square offers audio guides to accompany a well-planned tour.

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Elorrio’s earliest dwellings and surrounding wall were made of timber.

They had no windows or chimneys and the only way their occupants could keep warm in the coldest months was to light fires indoors. Blazes were frequent and hard to put out. One in particular, in the year 1480, destroyed nearly all the houses. From then on, they were built from stone and some can still be seen today.

Some remains of the old wall are also visible in places such as the Puerta del Campo on calle San Pío (street).

enue from local families’ trade with the Americas, the riches earned from this industry helped build palaces (some of which are still in use today), churches such as the basilica of the Immaculate Conception, the small church of St Augustine and other monuments.

The surrounding area offers not just stunning nature but also heritage gems that include many small churches -

Days of riches The height of Elorrio’s economic, commercial and, consequently, its architectural splendour was reached during the reign of the Catholic Monarchs. The manufacture of weapons was particularly crucial to the town’s prosperity: pikes, lances and shields, among others, were sent to the rest of Spain, Europe and even to the Americas for use in famous and bloody battles. Along with the rev-

The Coats of Arms town Elorrio has more coats of arms (69 to be exact) than any other town in Vizcaya. The coats of arms were granted to those who could furnish proof of the Vizcayan origins of their ancestors and, 20

inconceivable as it may seem today, the “purity” of their blood. Families that met the requirements were admitted to the ranks of the lower nobility and were allowed to erect large coats of arms on the front of their homes to demonstrate their status. There are three main categories of coat today: gothic, renaissance, and baroque. The last group are the most numerous, intricately-designed and impressive, and are frequent along calle Don Tello and calle Berrio-Otxoa, as well as on palaces such as Zearsolo (Casa Jara) and Arriola.

There is more than just nature to enjoy outside the town: we can also find heritage gems such as the many small churches or the Argiñeta Necropolis, which can be reached by car or on foot as it is located a mere fifteen minutes’ walk from the basilica. Its many tombs, which were built between the 7th century and the Middle Ages, are among the most important funereal monuments anywhere in the Basque Country. On the outside you can see five replicas of the most important astral iconography stelae housed in the church.

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A walk in the outskirts A little further out from the old part of Elorrio are various rural paths that allow us to take in the scenery, neighbourhoods and small hamlets on leisurely walks. The imposing Anboto and Udalaitz mountains –where a range of sporting activities are possible– surround the town and provide lovely views on clear days.

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International destination. Madeira

Text by Elena Ortega Photos by Asier Calderón and Elena Ortega

MADEIRA’S MOST FASCINATING EXPERIENCES From the lush vegetation of Madeira’s mountains to the infinite blue colours that bathe its intricate coastline, a vast array of possibilities can be found on the island. Most involve exhilarating climbs and descents through laurel forests, but you can also take a dip in the sea to take away unforgettable memories of the island in the form of experiences.

Cristiano Ronaldo Airport welcomes arriving passengers on water, rewarding them with an adrenaline-filled landing.

Built on land claimed from the sea, it is one of the world’s most spectacular airports. The stunning arrival in Madeira is just a taste of what this small piece of Macaronesia has to offer.

Funchal, twenty minutes away, is the first port of call and centre of operations for travel around the island. The capital of Madeira is the hub of the island’s life. Its streets are lined by small houses featuring perfect combinations of tiled fronts and volcanic elements. A walk through them lets you discover corners

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Velo de la Novia waterfall as it enters the Atlantic Ocean or the views from the glass-bottomed platform situated at a height of 580 metres in Cabo Girão.

decorated with urban art, surround yourself in plants from five continents, and try local produce such as wine, pastries and poncha, a popular drink made from sugar-cane liqueur, honey and lemon juice. A visit to traditional establishments such as Fabrica Santo Antonio, Old Blandy’s White House and Uau Cacau is an absolute must, as is the Lavradores Market where you can experience the essential Funchal among its flowers, exotic fruit and fish.

For further stunning experiences on Madeira, head back down to the coast to ride the waves in a boat in search of cetaceans -

Near the Sao Tiago Fortress in the old part, a cable car offers impressive panoramic views of Funchal on its climb up to the barrio do Monte district. After the ride up and a stroll through the Botanical Gardens, a high-speed trip back down on a giant wicker toboggan is a great fun option. The hurtling descent has been provided for almost two hundred years by the Carreiros do Monte men, who push the toboggans downhill with only the tyre-rubber soles of their boots as brakes.

Another must-do in Madeira is a hike along the levadas in the very heart of the island. These water transportation channels, which stretch for more than 2400 km in total, were first built through the laurel forests in the 16th century.

For further stunning experiences on Madeira, head back down to the coast to ride the waves on a boat in search of cetaceans. Pilot whales, Atlantic speckled dolphins and bottlenosed dolphins are just some of the species that accompany you on the way. The Funchal hills, with their vast assortment of colourful houses, are another delightful sight. If you go ashore on the pebble beach at Faja dos Padres, you can walk through banana plantations before taking the cable car and seeing for yourself along the 300m route the sea and mountains that make up Madeira’s eternal backdrop.

The island’s steep hiking trails take you to more than a thousand metres above sea level and offer breathtaking views. The main road north is shrouded in the lushest greenery. The towns of Porto Moriz and Seixal offer some of the best swimming in the archipelago thanks to their natural pools which were carved out by lava thousands of years ago. Santana is also worth a visit to take photos of its traditional red, white and blue stone houses with their triangular thatched roofs.

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The landscapes become somewhat bare in the east of the island, although Ponta de São Lourenço is a wonderful spot to view the neighbouring island of Porto Santo on clear days. Along the way there are plenty of viewpoints offering enticing panoramas of, for example, the

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Walks. Tenerife. Camino del Risco

By Aarón Rodríguez González Photos by Rocío Eslava

AN AWE-INSPIRING VIEW

This month’s walk takes us to north-west Tenerife, deep into one of its flagship natural spaces. The rugged Teno mountain range, a mass of rocky mountains lined with deep ravines from sea to summit, is home to an extensive and valuable natural and cultural heritage that we are able to enjoy today thanks to the comprehensive network of trails and paths bequeathed to us by its industrious inhabitants.

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Walks. Tenerife. Camino del Risco

Positive Elevation: 226 metres Negative Elevation: 884 metres Length: 3.7 kilometres Highest point: 782 metres Lowest point: 114 metres Nearby places of interest: a leisurely visit to Teno Alto, where our walk begins, is very worthwhile particularly in winter when the pasturelands are bathed in green. Due to its wealth of ethnographic heritage - dotted throughout the area in the form of traditional dwellings, threshing fields and tile kilns - a visit is highly recommended and should be ended with a tasting of the local soft cheese and other typical Canarian dishes in one of the bars and restaurants in Los Bailaderos.

Please note: you may experience some vertigo once inside the Aderno ravine.

Did you know? The Camino del Risco is one of the most spectacular examples of traditional trails in Tenerife.

Before roads were built, it was the most popular route used by the inhabitants of Teno Alto to reach Buenavista. Funeral and wedding processions used it until quite recently as it was much quicker than El Callejón, the other path connecting the village and the main town.

The impressive Camino del Risco walk, listed as PRTF 58 in the Canary Island Network of Trails, affords stunning views as it makes its way down like a snaking stairway from the uplands to the Isla Baja de Daute area on the coast. It was the route used by the self-sacrificing population of Teno to carry the heavy coffins of their dead down to their final resting place in Buenavista del Norte, the main town in the area. For this reason, it was known popularly as the descent of the dead, even though those who, for centuries, walked up and down this vertiginous path flanked by deep ravines to get married, go to church, trade products, attend court, resolve administrative issues and sign contracts were very much alive. And, of course, it was living people with beating hearts who ensured it was walkable, built and maintained its walls, and made the trail their main gateway to the world.

Our walk begins at the square in Los Bailaderos, the largest of the small villages that make up the Teno Alto area. From here, we follow the signposts along the La Mulata path, which we leave after a short time to follow the trail that leads gently up to Las Barreras and then to La Gollada, a small pass between the La Coronita and Roque de la Cruz hilltops. When we get to La Erita - an ancient tagoror (place of assembly for the leaders of Tenerife’s original population) at the entrance to the El Risco hilltop - our route changes radically as the path through a gentle landscape of hills and hillsides suddenly enters the colossal Aderno ravine. The views here are stunning, exhilarating and breath-taking. The Isla Baja de Daute is stretched out ahead, seven hundred metres below. The descent consists of barely two kilometres of continuously zigzagging paths carved in the rocky hillsides.

We have little choice but to stop every so often to take in the splendour and sheer magnitude of our surroundings. It is truly worth it. On reaching the foot of the ridge, the path joins the Bujamé ravine, which it follows until it reaches the Punta Teno road. Our walk this month ends here, at the foot of gigantic paleo-cliffs. It is short but intense, with few rivals in terms of beauty.

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La Gollada

Tagoror de La Erita Las Barreras

LOS BAILADEROS

Barranco del Aderno CARRETERA DE PUNTA TENO

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LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA, ATLANTIC SPRING WITH THE FAMILY prehensive display of the culture of the early inhabitants of the Canary Islands.

A spring break in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria takes on new and rekindled meaning in 2022 following the impact of the pandemic. The city has always been famous at this time of year for parading its vivid colours and skies in its parks and, of course, on its beaches. The same is true of the Vegueta old part, the centrally-located Ciudad Jardín district, the area around Santa Catalina Park and its cruise ship terminal, the Viera y Clavijo Canarian Botanical Gardens, the trail along the Guiniguada ravine (around which the city was founded), and the unspoilt natural setting of El Confital at the far end of the Las Canteras beach.

At the other end the city, families can enjoy the Elder Museum of Science and Technology, an absolute must for visitors and where it is forbidden not to touch the different pieces and exhibits on display that explain the secrets of science. There are always plenty of interesting activities on at the museum.

More centrally, a visit to the Doramas Park in Ciudad Jardín is also a must, as is the Roman Park located between the main seafront road and the old Metropole Hotel, occupied today by council offices.

For their part, the various green spaces and children’s parks provide relief and rest to those travelling with children.

As the proud holder of the Family-Friendly Tourism Seal, the Gran Canaria capital is also ideal for families travelling with children. Spring walks through the Botanical Gardens or the volcanic surroundings of El Confital are complemented perfectly by visits to cultural centres in Vegueta such as the “Casa de Colón” (Columbus House: a museum dedicated to Atlantic Culture, the voyages of Christopher Columbus, who stopped in Las Palmas before setting sail for the New World, and to pre-Columbine cultures) and the Canarian Museum, with its impressive collection of indigenous mummies and com-

Don’t forget either the city’s beaches, which are always greatly appreciated by visitors in springtime. They are not just spots to relax, play in the sand and swim in the sea. Las Canteras offers family activities such as canoeing and snorkelling, while surfing is unquestionably the king in and around La Cícer. You can enjoy lovely walks along the shore on the La Laja beaches at the southern tip of the city or at Las Alcaravaneras. Springtime is always Atlantic in the Gran Canaria capital.

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El Confital Beach: Photo: Sabrina Ceballos

View of the cathedral from the town hall: Photo: Nacho González

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Beaches. Lanzarote. Playa de La Cantería

By Raquel Álvarez Photos by José Chiyah Álvarez

AN UNSPOILT OCEAN GEM NEXT TO A RIVER What a river. What a gem. The Playa de La Cantería may not be one of Lanzarote’s best known beaches, nor is it suitable for families due to its rough waters and strong currents for much of the year. Nonetheless, a brief visit if you are on your way to La Graciosa or on a tour of the Island of Volcanos is advised. Offering sheer beauty in a stunning setting near Órzola harbour (the vital connection to the eighth Canary Island), there are no buildings nearby and it is situated next to an amazing strip of still sea known as El Río (The River) which separates the Chinijo Archipelago from the Famara hills. If surfing, unspoilt beaches and fine sand are your thing and the sea happens to be calm, you will definitely stay longer and return. Make a note. Órzola is one of the best-known and charming towns in north Lanzarote, not just for its fishing tradition, stunning rockpools and the reputation of the food of its many fish restaurants, but above all because it is the island’s indispensable connection with neighbouring La Graciosa.

A further attraction of Órzola –which is located in the north of the municipality of Teguise– is that it is home to one of the most beautiful pristine beaches in this part of Lanzarote. The beach is known as La Cantería and, although its rough waters and strong currents mean it does not feature on any list of obligatory coastal spots if you are travelling with children or elderly persons or if you are not a strong swimmer, it is very worth visiting because it is a true gem of a beach.

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Beaches. Lanzarote. Playa de La Cantería

To the left, it is protected by the north-eastern tip of the Famara hills, the arid and unspoilt cliffs; further left lies El Río, an unforgettable strip of totally still sea that separates La Graciosa from Lanzarote. The beach’s fine sand, upper part –full of stones which are used by some beachgoers to build shelter from the customary wind here– and its clear waters that look to the distant horizon of three continents combine to form a near-perfect image of a paradise cove.

To get there, head to the main entrance to the harbour at Órzola, a town reached via the main road from Arrecife and Teguise along the whole of Lanzarote’s north-west coast. Alternatively, you can drive down from Haría. On reaching the entrance to the harbour, the point of departure for crossings to La Graciosa, take the dirt trail on your left. This is easy to find even though some first-timers may have difficulty locating it initially. Soon after, you will see a piece of waste ground that serves as the car park. A short walk from here takes us to a gravel path from which the size of the La Cantería beach is immediately visible, particularly at low tide, as is the clean fine sand, with its blend of gold and black tones, and clear waters. If the waves are big enough, the surfers will be out and we can admire their skills.

On our left, after a small headland, lies a tiny sandy cove where swimming is advisable only for the most intrepid among us or when the sea is truly asleep. The rest of the beach is ideal for those seeking solitude in a genuinely natural setting that offers sun most of the 34

year and wind which, when not too strong, cools the hottest hours of sunshine. A dip here is a real luxury as long as the waves and currents are suitable. At low tide you can go quite far out before reaching parts where you cannot touch the bottom with your feet. The risks posed by the rough waters mean that few visitors tend to use the beach, which increases its attractiveness for solitary users, nudists and fans of pure and unspoilt nature.

Its fine sand and clear waters with three continents on the distant horizon combine to form a near-perfect image of a paradise cove.

This despite the round-the-clock bustle a short distance away in Órzola harbour caused by the flow of year-round visitors to La Graciosa. In fact, from the boats that make the crossing to this incredible island you can get perfect views of La Cantería and its beachgoers, particularly on clear, deep-blue days with Lanzarote’s characteristic volcanic black colour in the background.

Whether to kill time on the way to La Graciosa and conditions are suitable for a visit with the family to enjoy a spectacular beach, or just to enjoy the stunning natural scenery, La Cantería has to feature on your must-do list in Lanzarote. Make a note!

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Location: north-west Lanzarote, in the municipality of Teguise.

Lifeguards: no.

Surfing beach: yes.

Nudist beach: yes (certain parts at least).

Restaurants: no (but several available in nearby Órzola).

Toilets: no.

Showers: no.

Sunbeds and umbrellas: no.

Disabled access: no.

Parking: yes, a large gravel one on adjacent ground.

Public transport: buses to Órzola and taxis.

Dogs: yes.

Curious fact: the sharp contrast between the beach’s typical currents and waves and the absolute calm of the strip known as El Río, just a few metres away to the north-west, is very striking. This contrast is perfectly visible when travelling by boat to La Graciosa.

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Health. Stress

By Cristina Torres Luzón Illustrations by Ilustre Mario

HOW MUCH STRESS DO YOU HAVE IN YOUR LIFE? There are various types of stress and, depending on which type, it will either be a resource or a risk for our bodies. Being aware of our stress level and taking appropriate steps to reduce it where necessary are the key to harnessing the advantages of this mechanism without suffering its side effects.

The word stress is part of everyday vocabulary in today’s society although we may perhaps be using it without really knowing what it is, what role it plays in our bodies, and what its consequences are if it becomes chronic.

triggered rapidly and releases a series of hormones (adrenaline and cortisol) which prepare the body to increase its ability to respond to a threat.

This release of hormones increases our energy and enhances our performance. When it presents sporadically, stress increases motivation, memory and concentration, and also stimulates

It may surprise us initially to know that stress is an internal resource consisting of a defence mechanism that is

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creativity, which is why people are more productive during brief moments of stress. Thus far, we have been describing one type of stress: acute.

ple who experience stressful situations over a long period often normalise the level of stress to which they are exposed and lose awareness of what is happening, even though it continues to erode their body.

However, the aforementioned threats may be permanent demands and pressures that, in principle, lie beyond our knowledge and ability to deal with and thus put our coping skills to the test.

Many situations trigger stress in us at present due to the coronavirus pandemic, including the threat of unemployment, a downturn in sales in our business, rising tensions and conflict with a partner … If these situations are maintained over time, a different type of stress sets in: chronic.

In order to deal with this health problem, it first needs to be diagnosed. This requires the intervention of a healthcare professional such as a doctor or psychologist, who will ascertain details of your physical and mental health.

Once stress is diagnosed, the solution needs to be approached from a multidisciplinary perspective given that it requires a change in lifestyle, access to psychotherapy and, in some cases, medical treatment.

As mentioned, although sporadic stress can be beneficial. we should also be aware that if it becomes chronic, it can give rise to symptoms such as anger, memory lapse, headaches, insomnia, muscle spasms, weight loss/gain ... and can end up triggering high blood pressure, obesity, depression, anxiety, skin problems and menstruation disorders among other conditions.

Required lifestyle changes include better sleep, regular exercise and relaxation/meditation techniques, healthy eating, an increased sense of humour, healthy social relationships, and healthy leisure pursuits.

Psychotherapy can help a person manage their emotions, identify and deal with traumatic events, and increase their resilience by enhancing their skills and knowledge and exploring any harmful behaviour in order to rectify it.

Once stress is diagnosed, the solution needs to be approached from a multidisciplinary perspective -

There are many resources available to help us manage stress. One example is the Canary Island government website’s health and wellbeing section, which offers a range of healthy lifestyle and stress control resources. By staying up to date and learning about it, we can make the reality of stress more visible and resolve it appropriately.

Various factors, including personality and unforeseen events, can have a bearing on the degree of risk of stress becoming chronic.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) defines stress as the epidemic of the 21st century. In addressing the problem, the first thing is to detect it in time. Peo-

Now that you are know more about it, would you be able to tell if you are suffering chronic stress?

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GRAN CANARIA SCHOOLS TO RECEIVE TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT TO PREVENT SUDDEN DEATHS The Canarian Umiaya Foundation for the prevention of sudden death donated nine semi-automatic defibrillators to primary and secondary schools in Gran Canaria last month. The new defibrillators supplement the fifteen donated in previous years.

They are intended to provide heart health protection in schools which have pupils who suffer catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia or a heart condition

that, like it, can cause sudden death. It is vital for schools to have the knowledge and equipment needed to deal swiftly with cases of cardiac arrest in children given that a rapid

response is vital to their survival. For this reason, schools that have received the defibrillators will also receive training in their use and in how to act in case of sudden death.

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MUSIC

THEATRE

LO QUE NO (V)ES TOUR TF / Búho Club 1 April POL 3,14 begins his Lo que no (v) es tour which will see him perform at venues and festivals up and down the country. This latest tour by the Madrid singer comes after his music featured in one of the most important moments in Spanish fiction, in this case the most watched Spanish-speaking series of all time: La Casa de Papel which attracted a worldwide audience of more 65 million loyal fans. POL 3,14’s success is no coincidence if we recall that his music has accompanied memorable film and TV moments of our lives, including Los Hombres de Paco, Sky Rojo and El Barco.

ROZALÉN TF / Santiago Martín Stadium 23 April Rozalén returns to concert venues in 2022 to continue her acclaimed El árbol y el bosque tour, which sees her perform songs from her latest chart-topping album. Este tren, Y busqué, El paso del tiempo and Que no, que no –winner of the Goya Award for Best Song– are some of the hits from this latest brilliant work which was produced by Ismael Guijarro. The album features a combination of styles from pop rock to Cuban sound, Mexican corrido and disco music. The singer will delight her Tenerife fans with her songs in the Santiago Martín Stadium on 23 April.

PASTORA SOLER

TF / Teatro Guiniguada 8 April A puerile and monotonous life devoid of the dreams of yesteryear. Such is the routine of Mrs Smith, a 48-year-old mother with two grown-up children who talks to the kitchen wall as she makes dinner for her husband.

Until, that is, Shirley Valentine – her alter ego who dreams of a different and far-off life, far from her marriage and everyday boredom – emerges from within her.

A feminist friend asks her to go on a holiday to Greece with her and, after thinking long and hard, she seizes the opportunity to go in search of a different life and, perhaps, a different her.

CINEMA

GC / Alfredo Kraus Auditorium 23 April Pastora Soler returns to the Alfredo Kraus Auditorium as part of her latest tour, Que hablen de mí, which takes her to many parts of the country. She is one of Spain’s best voices and her powerful live concerts delight audiences. Having ended 2021 with new single Que hablen de mí, the Seville singer kicks off 2022 with lots of new things.

Considered Spain’s top vocalist, Pastora Soler takes to the stage again following her successful previous tour and after featuring in well-known TV programmes such as Mask Singer and La Voz Senior. For information, see www.auditorioalfredokraus.es

YO AMO A SHIRLEY VALENTINE

MIGUEL RÍOS GC / Alfredo Kraus Auditorium 2 April The tireless and peerless Miguel Ríos is back in concert with The Black Betty Trio. His Un largo tiempo tour gives him the chance to present a novel acoustic format that includes songs from his new album, special versions and his biggest hits. Although he has contemplated retiring more than once, Miguel Rios’s passion for music has led him to tour Spain yet again. For more information, see www.auditorioalfredokraus.es.

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LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL GC / various venues From 22 April to 1 May The Las Palmas de Gran Canaria International Film Festival underlines its commitment to showcasing talent with non-commercial films that break with convention and makes cinema a celebration to be experienced and enjoyed on screen without celebrities and red carpets. For more information, see www.lpafilmfestival.com.

Food. Healthy and tasty food

By Francisco Belín Illustrations by Ilustre Mario

HEALTHY COOKING: THERE’S LIFE BEYOND COURGETTE SOUP! One does not have to go back to very old times to gauge the benefits of the home-made remedies prescribed by Canarian grandmothers and mothers to cure an ailment. In the current times of healthy trends inundating our daily lives at every turn, locally-sourced products and traditional recipes guarantee the healthiest possible nutrition.

In this age of social media and influencers, our devices are inundated with countless recommendations to stay in shape by eating healthy food and doing regular exercise. In the case of specific diets, if these suggestions are not directly approved by professional nutritionists, it is better to banish them from our eating habits.

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rule are guaranteed in the Canaries. There is life beyond courgette soup!

This same food section of the NT magazine recently featured a range of tasty local products and delicious winter dishes from the Canary Islands. Many of the dishes that inspired the various features would be ideal candidates for this one also: grouper fish soup or gallegada from Puertito de Jandía in Fuerteventura; Guía de Isora’s vegetable and wheat broth; Lanzarote’s corn soup …; avocados from Mogán, La Palma and Tenerife: the different varieties of dragon fruit, very much in fashion at present.

Algae. This raw material from the sea has been studied at the Taliarte Centre in Gran Canaria for many years. Finely-chopped sea lettuce can be used to make delicious croquettes. Boil the algae with rice and sofrito (a base of fried vegetables and garlic) and make the bechamel sauce. Coat the croquettes in rice milk and breadcrumbs before frying.

You might also consider making meatballs with boiled Lanzarote chickpeas, cooked with sofrito and herbs and using breadcrumbs as a binder. Leave them to set before frying and serve on a bed of cream of Artenara pumpkin soup. Yummy!

Among the assorted variants of healthy eating, including vegetarian and vegan forms, the Canaries offer excellent examples of a cuisine that allows us to stay very healthy without restricting ourselves to energy bars, health smoothies, pills from the chemist or concoctions that become fashionable for a time until they are shown to be more harmful than beneficial for our bodies.

In the Canaries, any insipidness is quickly remedied with tasty sauces and dressings such as majados, aderezos, adobos and mojo -

In keeping with the philosophy behind such approaches, it is appropriate to mention here a dish that is synonymous with the La Palma town of Fuencaliente: its caldero stew. Chef Juan Carlos Rodríguez Curpa describes for us how to prepare this simple-to-make and healthy dish which involves cooking potatoes and vegetables in a large pot –of sea water!– together with freshly-caught fish.

The main reason influencing our choice whether or not to engage with healthy eating would appear to be its alleged lack of taste. In the Canaries, any insipidness is quickly remedied with tasty sauces and dressings such as majados, aderezos, adobos and mojo, which are both healthy and perfectly suited to all kinds of dishes and types of food. And don’t forget that wonderful ally of Canarian food: gofio (flour made of roasted grain).

The contents of the pot are the key: potatoes, sweet potatoes, peppers, and the impressive range of local fish (parrot fish, fried or boiled moray eel …). The fish is added when the potatoes are almost soft so that it does not overcook, break up or lose its nutritional properties. Our ancestors knew this only too well.

People in the Canaries adore their desserts and even the most diehard fans of healthy eating would give a thumbs up to the textures, colour and experiments of Los Llanos de Aridane chef Pedro Hernández with dragon fruit, which he uses to make mousse, ice cream and even delicate liqueurs.

Veganism is the strictest form of vegetarian diet and rejects the consumption or use of any animal or animal-derived product. Flavoursome ways to observe this

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Food News

GRAN CANARIA PAYS TRIBUTE TO ITS THIRTEEN MICHELIN GUIDE 2022 RESTAURANTS Following the enforced suspension caused by the health restrictions a year ago, Gran Canaria’s governing council (Cabildo) acknowledged the island’s culinary excellence in paying tribute to a sector that “has suffered” massively due to the pandemic, according to institution president Antonio Morales. Morales used the opportunity to emphasise the importance to the island’s economy of the chefs of the award-winning restaurants, as well as the prestige they bring and their outreach work. and showcasing haute cuisine as a key component of their tourism strategy”.

During the event, held in the Casa Colón in the Gran Canaria capital, new recipients of a Michelin star and those who had retained their previous star received a chef’s jacket and ceramic trophy.

Miguel Escudero, marketing director of the Michelin Guide for Spain-Portugal, expressed his gratitude for the invitation to participate in the tribute, recalling that “the aim of the Guide is to support areas that are committed to developing

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Restaurant Chef Surapin Panya

LA VACA AZUL El Cotillo in Fuerteventura is an ideal spot for campers and should be underlined in red in any decent travel notebook if the aim is to spend a few hours trying wonderful sea food. Of the wide range of places available to eat, one stands out by tradition for its quality ingredients and friendly service.

La Vaca Azul is one of the top restaurants not just in Fuerteventura but also in the entire Canary Islands. Set in a stunning location looking out over the Atlantic and the old harbour at El Cotillo, here you will enjoy excellent fresh fish and seafood dishes, along with an extensive selection of soups, salads, meats, rice dishes and home-made desserts.

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By Rodolfo Núñez, president of Binter Photos by Captain Manuel Ramos

BINTER: SERVING THE PEOPLE OF THE CANARIES Binter has just celebrated its 33rd birthday. During this time, it has grown from a subsidiary of a state-owned airline (Iberia) to become a private, independent and Canarian company serving the Canary Islands.

Its aims are to provide the islands with the best possible air connections and place passengers at the core of its activities.

to our work and must therefore be at the heart of everything we do.

He was a pilot by vocation. He had a clear idea of what he wanted to be from a very young age and worked tirelessly to achieve his goal. On retiring from flying, he retained his links to the sector. His charisma and credibility, coupled with the affection he earned throughout his career, led us to turn to him frequently to put our message across to society. The last time was when he explained how the volcano in La Palma impacted on flights. He had a gift which allowed him to explain things clearly and, above all, with great credibility.

During this time also, we have grown in terms of personnel (now over 1700 people), fleet size (29 aircraft), companies (15) and destinations: we fly to all the islands and airports in the Canaries and offer connections to 26 other destinations. More than 74 million passengers have flown with us.

He was dearly loved for his altruism and his desire to teach others. His reassuring messages from the flight deck helped many overcome their fear of flying. He knew how to connect with the passengers. His cockpit door was always open to children. He loved the Canary Islands and captured their incredible landscapes in the thousands of pictures taken “from his office”.

Our journey as an airline has been possible thanks to the trust our customers have placed in us and to the “Binter spirit” of those who form part of our company. People like our beloved captain Manuel Ramos, who cannot be with us this year to mark our birthday.

Manolo Ramos passed away on 8 February but leaves behind him by way of legacy his care for his passengers and the sense of responsibility with which he approached his job. He always maintained that our passengers give meaning

Manolo was Binter. Like him, we share a passion for our work, a vocation to serve, attention to detail, a love for our islands, and an ability to enjoy what we do. Have a good flight and farewell, dear Captain!

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