NT Magazine 238

ASTURIAS, UNSPOILT SEA AND MOUNTAIN

Manolo Vieira - Artificial intelligence - Lille - Güímar’s Malpaís Sardina del Norte beach - Pelvic floor - The Canary Islands and sweets

STAFF

CONTENT COORDINATOR

Beneharo Mesa · redaccion@barabaracomunicacion.com

TRANSLATION

Karl McLaughlin

EDITING

Lavadora de textos

CONTRIBUTORS TO THIS ISSUE

Beneharo Mesa, Enrique Areilza, Mónica R. Goya, Alberto Piernas, Aarón Rodríguez González, Carla Rivero, Cristina Torres Luzón, Francisco Belín.

CREATIVE DIRECTION AND LAYOUT great · greatttt.com · estudio@greatttt.com

COVER PHOTO

Rocío Eslava

PHOTOGRAPHS

Rocío Eslava, Carlos Novella, Carmen del Arco, Adobe Stock, Pixabay.

ILLUSTRATIONS

Capi Cabrera, Ilustre Mario.

ADVERTISING

publicidad@barabaracomunicacion.com · 922 897 517

BINTER

Rodolfo Núñez – President

Alfredo Morales – Vicepresident

Noelia Curbelo – Institutional Relations and Communication

FOLLOW US ON OUR WEBSITE AND ON SOCIAL MEDIA www.bintercanarias.com · Facebook · Twitter · Instagram · www.revistabinter.com

NT is produced exclusively by BARA-BARA 3.0 S. L. for BINTER. Write to us at buzon@barabaracomunicacion.com.

Neither BINTER or BARA-BARA 3.0 S. L. are responsible for the content of advertising or the opinions expressed by contributors in their articles. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, edited or transmitted by any means or in any form without the express written approval of

BARA-BARA 3.0 S. L.

PRINTED BY Gráficas Sabater S. L.

With technical assistance from 2informática

Legal Deposit TF 582-2019

NT magazine has used paper obtained from certified sustainably managed forests.

PRODUCED IN THE CANARY ISLANDS

SERVING OUR CUSTOMERS

I make my first appearance on these pages to introduce myself as the new General Coordinator of the group of companies that collectively form the Binter System.

I would like to begin by thanking the Board and its president, Rodolfo Núñez, for entrusting me with the challenge of coordinating Binter and replacing Juan Ramsden, who has steered the ship with passion, energy and success for eleven years. Thank you, Juan, for your legacy and the sterling work you have done.

Binter is a constellation of up to fifteen companies operating under the umbrella of «Customer Service» and the Binter brand in pursuit of the same goal: connectivity for the Canaries. A wonderful team of 1800 people who give their all day in and day out to provide an efficient, speedy and safe service, connecting the eight Canary Islands with 33 cities on two continents.

In 2022 we beat our passenger numbers record, carrying 4,431,000 people on our planes. In 2023 we will continue to strive to provide all the islands with high-quality flight connections to meet the need for travel between the islands. We will also strive to improve our connections with destinations beyond the Canaries, contributing our vision from the islands. With that in mind, we have already finalised the purchase of five new jets from Embraer, which will join our modern and sustainable fleet and enable us to offer more flights to more destinations, including Ibiza and Granada, which we have added to our schedule for this year.

We continue to engage with a wide range of actions to carry the name of the Canaries to these destinations. One of these is the Binter NightRun, Spain’s biggest night road-race circuit, which continues to grow and this year sees a new location added, Santander, which kicks off the Series on 29 April and will be followed by races in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Palma, Zaragoza and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

In addition, we have launched a new project – unveiled at the recent FITUR Tourism Fair – in collaboration with the authorities in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and hotel chain Barceló to promote the city via its gastronomy. Keep an eye out during February and March for details of the events to be held in San Sebastián, Oviedo, Majorca and Jerez de la Frontera.

We want to continue to be part of the life and history of the Canarian people, to continue flying for you. I hope that the values that have made Binter a flagship Canarian company are shared by all our passengers and also that you will continue to choose us as your airline to connect you to the world.

Santiago Guerra General Coordinator

By Beneharo Mesa Illustrated by Capi Cabrera

«MANY PEOPLE SAY I WILL “DIE WITH MY BOOTS ON”; I PREFER TO DO IT BAREFOOT, NICE AND CALM»

Manolo Vieira (La Isleta, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria) is a Canarian comedian who needs no introduction for people from the Islands. He began his career over forty years ago telling stories and jokes and is currently one of the comedians who triggers most laughs when on stage. This year, 2023, he is heading for retirement with his La última y nos vamos (‘Last one and I’m done’) tour, which sees him perform in a number of theatres and venues throughout the Canaries and on the Spanish mainland in the coming months.

Your career stretches back 42 years –I would love to do even half that figure–; how would you sum up what you have achieved?

[Laughs and sighs] I’m not doing that just yet. When asked that question years ago I used to respond «I’ll let you know when I die ». I am still gaining new experiences and I believe I have received much more in terms of affection and appreciation from people than I ever thought I would. I say that because, in my book, I was just doing a job, as you are now. However, the fact that I have been given a place in the hearts of the people of the Canaries is absolutely devastating to me (and I mean that in the most affectionate way possible).

I suppose all this has been very enriching for you.

Yes, I am overcome with emotion. The overall result is positive, very positive.

You showed the way for many comedians from the Canary Islands. What do you think of that whole generation?

I am delighted that the comedy scene is well catered for, including by new emerging comedians. They are all very promising and talented, each with their own individual style. There is a wide variety to choose from. One thing I have noticed down the years is that comedy is consumed nowadays just as rock and roll was consumed in the past. I am sure

that if there were record companies like in the old days, they would have categories such as rock, ballads, other genres of music, and comedy.

Any advice for someone bold enough to get into comedy?

I don’t give advice: I wouldn’t dare. All I ask is of them is to be nice as persons and be well prepared. If you are not a nice person, it is better not to go into comedy. This is not so much advice as a thought, a recommendation. I don’t give advice to others because I don’t have any for myself [laughs].

ty. As I get older, although mentally I still have it, I can’t keep up the pace physically any more. Rather than disappoint, I prefer to call a halt now.

You have had a long career and, as the saying goes, so much fire would burn even the devil.

True, but the time has flown past for me. I only realised when my daughters starting reminding me «Dad, you are 70 », then «Dad, you are 71 …». And they were right. I ‘d like to continue but I can’t wait until I am thrown out, it would be unpleasant, sad. For that reason, I have decided to use the years I have left for my own hobbies. No matter where I end up, I will have all these memories with me. Many people say I will «die with my boots on »; but I prefer to die barefoot, nice and calmly [laughs].

What will you do?

How are you gearing up for your farewell with Last one and I’m done?

It is very emotional. It is something I have never been through before, so I am learning from it. The big thing is perceiving the affection of the audience live on stage: you look them in the eyes and they look at you. Although this has always been the case, this time I have the added feeling that I am saying goodbye. I am very emotional and very grateful, I really am. Because they are my life.

Many others have said «last one and I’m done» but it turned not to be the last one…

I will keep my word and go. Which doesn’t mean I will not be asked to do something for TV or radio in future. I will do different things and activities, but this will definitely not be my full-time job any longer. It was a decision based on hones-

Fishing, carpentry…, I also have the chance of an allotment. I will spend the time reading a lot just in case there is another life and I need to be prepared for it. Although no-one can be totally certain, my view is that there is nothing else beyond this life. As far as I know, once you die you are screwed [laughs].

Last question and we’re done: what is comedy for you?

Comedy is my life. I am convinced that we may or may not overcome all the vicissitudes and tribulations that life throws up, but we have to love and laugh regardless of the problem faced. We will eventually find the solution and if there is no solution … then we’re up the creek. But we must not stop loving and laughing. In my book, that’s the way best way.

-

«We have to love and laugh, regardless of the problem faced» -

Interview. Manolo Vieira

Text by Enrique Areilza* Illustrated by Ilustre Mario

CHATGPT: ACCESSIBLE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND WIDESPREAD APPREHENSION

ChatGPT is a form of artificial intelligence created by OpenAI. It speaks or writes in your language and answers your questions. It trawls external information sources, books, publications, the Internet and its own gigantic data base to provide structured answers using natural language.

Question: How do I tell my girlfriend I don’t love her anymore?

Answer: It is important to bear in mind that breaking up can be painful and may have a significant impact on the other person. If you have reached the conclusion that you don’t want to be with your girlfriend any longer, it is important to be honest and respectful and let her know.

Here is some advice for telling your girlfriend you no longer love her:

- Be sure that you really do not want to be with her. Take time to reflect on your feelings and be sure it is not a momentary issue or a specific row that is making you want to break up.

- Choose the right moment. Choosing a quiet and private time to have the conversation helps reduce stress and tension.

As you can see, this is good advice for a complicated action. Let us now consider a job-related question:

* Dream Team Executive Search.

Question: In a job interview, what should I reply if I am asked about my hobbies and interests?

Answer: It is important to mention your hobbies and interests in a job interview as these can provide information on your personal passions and pastimes. Doing so also enables your interviewer to get to know you better and see if you are a good fit for the company’s culture.

Although there is no single correct answer to the question, here are some things to bear in mind when responding:

- Mention hobbies and interests that illustrate your skills and strengths. For example, if you are an avid reader, you could mention how your ability to read and grasp information quickly would benefit your daily work. Avoid mentioning hobbies and interests that might be considered controversial or inappropriate in the workplace.

- Try and link your hobbies and interests to the job you are applying for. If you can show how your personal interests relate to the job, it will be easier for the interviewer to see how you would fit into the company.

- In general, it is important to be sincere and genuine in answering the question. Your interviewer wants to get to know you better and see how you would fit into the company, so you should not be afraid to share information on your hobbies and interests.

This is all job interview training. Free and instant.

We were also keen to find out who will suffer as a result of ChatGPT and who is behind it. To the first question we get a polite and non-committal response

that sidesteps the issue: «… Automation and the use of technologies such as ChatGPT may affect certain jobs but may also create new job opportunities in other areas. Instead of worrying about losing your job due to automation, it is important to take steps to keep up to date and be prepared for changes in the labour market».

In the case of the second question, and after several attempts on our part, it remains adamant that its creator, OpenAI, is a non-profit organisation which - interestingly - is heavily sponsored by Microsoft, Elon Musk, etc. Its CEO is Sam Altman, the well-known entrepreneur and founder of Codecademy, among other businesses.

We press further and ask what return they receive on their investment. The answer could not be simpler. They get nothing at all, just the prestige of sponsoring the future of artificial intelligence, as well as some collateral benefits that come with patronage.

I’m not sure but we may be on the verge of a new Cambridge Analytica. In any case, it has saved me a lot of work in terms of collating information for this piece.

If you are concerned about your digital footprint, you could always consider setting up a fake email address to hide behind, although it is not easy.

In the meantime, since you are flying and enjoying flight mode, just be grateful that you have this time to switch off.

Have a good flight.

GRAN CANARIA RECORDS SIXTH BEST EVER YEAR FOR TOURISM

Gran Canaria’s tourism industry is almost back to pre-pandemic levels in terms of visitor numbers. According to data published in January by Spain’s airport authority, Aena, in November the island notched up its best monthly figure (388,852) since Covid-19. The Aena figures, which also reflect December arrivals and the cumulative total for the year, show that Gran Canaria welcomed 1.3 % more tourists than in December 2019 and came within three percentage points of equalling the pre-pandemic figures.

Following the buoyant five-year period between 2015 and 2019, last year proved to be the tourism sector’s sixth best ever, with the total number of visitors just a fraction below the 2015 figure of 3.271 million. Foreign passenger arrivals in November amounted to 340,043.

The overall total, including arrivals from Spain, was 388,852, a figure not quite as high (-4 %) as 2019. For its part, December saw 380,930 foreign passengers along with 153,340 from mainland Spain and the Balearics –up 1.4 % compared to 2019–and a further 111,000 Canarians.

Robótica avanzada para la cirugía del cáncer de próstata

• Cirugía más precisa gracias a la visión 3D aumentada

• Recuperación más rápida con menor tiempo de hospitalización

• Menor dolor postoperatorio y mínimas cicatrices

• Mejor preservación de la función sexual y menor

Profesionales de confianza con la tecnología más precisa y segura.

En nuestra Unidad de Cirugía Robótica Avanzada abordamos la cirugía del cáncer de próstata con el robot quirúrgico Da Vinci, la técnica más segura en cirugía mínimamente invasiva.

riesgo de incontinencia urinaria

Accede online a tus resultados y gestiona tus citas en el área “Mi Quirónsalud” de quironsalud.es, o en nuestra App

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.

Requena, 9. El Cotillo - Fuerteventura. T. 928 538 685.

LUJO EN FUERTEVENTURA

ÍNTIMO Y EXCLUSIVO

Situado en Corralejo, en primera línea de playa y con maravillosas vistas a la isla de Lobos y Lanzarote. Secrets Bahía Real Resort & Spa es el lugar perfecto para disfrutar del relax y la tranquilidad. Disfrute de una estancia solo para adultos en un entorno ideal frente al mar con Unlimited-Luxury®.

SPAIN MOST SEARCHED-FOR NEW YEAR DESTINATION AMONG EUROPEANS

Spain was the most sought-after destination by Europeans to kick off 2023, ahead of Italy, Portugal, France and the United Kingdom, according to data from flight and hotel search engine Jetcost. Flight searches to spend the turn of the year in Spain year were up by 230 % and hotel searches by 180 % compared to last year.

The most searched-for parts of the country included Palma de Mallorca, Alicante, Barcelona, Malaga, Madrid, and the Canary Islands, which were once again the most popular region searched for by Europeans as a destination to ring in the New Year. Tenerife was the second most popular search for Britons, French and Italians, coming third among Dutch and fourth among German and Portu -

guese tourists. Gran Canaria, Fuerteventura and Lanzarote also featured prominently in European tourists’ search preferences. The Balearic Islands were also one of the most popular destinations with holidaymakers, with Palma de Mallorca the most searched-for city, particularly by Germans.

Prevención de Riesgos Laborales

Formación a Medida

Reconocimientos Médicos

Reconocimientos Aeronáuticos

Prevención contra Legionelosis

Seguridad & Emergencias

CANARY ISLANDS RECORD BEST YEAR FOR EMPLOYMENT

The Canarian government’s deputy minister for employment, Gustavo Santana, described the year just ended as «the best one for the job market in the region’s historical series» following an analysis of the unemployment figures for December, which recorded a 1.68 % fall (down 3124) with respect to November and an overall fall in 2022 of 9.69 % (19,659 fewer), which left the total number of people registered as out of work in the Canaries at 183,160.

In December, the islands maintained the positive trend seen throughout 2022, except for July, and ended the year not only with lower unemployment than the levels recorded at the start of the current Parliamentary term (202,683 in June 2019) and the pandemic (227,634 in January 2020). For their part, new National Insurance registrations rose again in December, posting a 0.40 % increase (3505 people) compared to November and bringing the total increase for the twelve months of the year to 5.25 % (43,654 up), the biggest inter-annual increase in Spain. The number of registrations in the Canaries now stands at 875,573.

ASTURIAS, UNSPOILT SEA AND MOUNTAIN

Few destinations have such a spectacular range of scenery as Asturias. From the idyllic beaches in the east of the region, with their crystal-clear waters that are a match for any of the postcard beaches you will find on distant shores, to the mountains in the west that offer pure air and age-old trees at every turn, this part of northern Spain has everything for a holiday straight out of a film. Here we take you to two Asturian destinations: Bermiego and Llanes.

Bermiego

Situated in the municipality of Quirós, the largely unknown Bermiego is one of the most delightful spots in Asturias. The picturesque town’s major attractions are its picture-postcard granaries and centuries-old yew tree.

The granaries, known as hórreos, are a prime example of traditional Asturian ar-

chitecture and are easily recognisable as they are made of wood. The raised granaries stand on pillars and were designed to protect the food stored in them from damp and from animals, particularly rodents.

By way of anecdote, there is a popular belief that hórreos are distinguished from another type of granary ( paneras, used to store grain for making bread) by the number of supporting legs.

Text by Mónica R. Goya Photos by Rocío Eslava

In theory, they always have four while paneras have at least six. However, what actually sets them apart is the roof: hórreos have roofs with four sloping sides that merge at a single upper point crowned by a finial, whereas panera roofs are joined at two points.

Fans of nature and Celtic culture have good reason to visit Bermiego: its yew tree (texu). The tree is a protected Natural Monument. It is the oldest in Asturias and one of the oldest anywhere in Europe. Locals know it as the «Teixu l’Iglesia» on account of its location near the church of Santa María. The tree was sacred in Celtic culture, which probably explains why churches were built next to yew trees in many parts of Asturias. The one in Bermiego is truly spectacular: standing thirteen metres tall, with a trunk girth of nearly seven metres and a spread of fifteen metres, it is one of those trees you will never forget.

-

One of these unique beaches, which has been designated a Natural Monument, is Gulpiyuri

Llanes

The seafaring tradition of this coastal town is evident everywhere, both in the well-preserved old part and the spectacular local beaches which overlook the Bay of Biscay and have as their backdrop the mountains of the Picos de Europa National Park. Boasting a beautiful coastline featuring spectacular cliffs, blowholes and beaches with clear waters and golden sands, not to mention rural paths and mountain trails, this town in eastern Asturias is an ideal summer

destination as it offers a wide variety of activities to do, even on the same day.

With over thirty beaches to choose from, including some that feature on the lists of Spain’s most beautiful, there is something for everyone and visitors can spend their holiday discovering all of them without ever going to the same one twice. One of these unique beaches, which has been designated a Natural Monument, is Gulpiyuri.

This tiny inland beach has no visible outlet to the sea. It measures just forty metres and beyond the white sand and turquoise waters, instead of the horizon there is a rockface, with the Bay of Biscay thundering incessantly behind. This natural feature emerged as a result of the sea water finding its way under the cliffs.

In Llanes it is worth checking out the so-called indiana architecture, an ever-present throughout a region that is dotted with beautiful palaces and mansion houses built by returning emigrants from South America. Some lovely buildings of this type can be seen along Calle Concepción in the town. Fans of cinema will recognise some of the scenery and, indeed, a great way to get to know the town is to sign up for the Llanes in the Movies route, which tours many locations that have appeared in films.

ASTURIAS

From 12,000 points one-way or earn up to 1,200 points one-way.

For terms and conditions, see bintermas.com Ask our cabin crew for a leaflet or register with bintermas.com and start earning on your Binter flights and with more than 30 programme partners.

What do you have in your suitcase?

If you have seeds, plants, fruits, vegetables or flowers from other countries, you can introduce very dangerous pests and diseases to our crops.

It has already happened. Prevent it from happening again!

By Alberto Piernas

THE ART OF BEING A ‘FLÂNEUR’ AT THE CROSSROADS OF EUROPE

Situated between London, Paris and Brussels lies a unique city often described as Europe’s big economic centre. With accolades such as European Capital of Culture 2004 and World Design Capital 2020 under its belt, Lille oozes vanguard and tradition in streets that are ideally suited to the flâneur (freely wandering traveller) inside you.

There is a place where you can feel you are in the very heart of Europe: to one side, Belgium’s Flemish echoes; to the other, the charm of Paris and even a getaway to London. But let us not get ahead of ourselves: the starting point for all this is equally or even more fascinating than these potential options.

Here you will find architecture that boasts as many forms as it has colours; the joy of cycling and touring the exquisite bank of the river Deûle, or tasting a ‘Welsh’, a dish made from melted cheddar, cooked ham and beer and a big favourite among fans of cheese. The sounds of an accordion, notes from a city that is ideal for unhurried discovery and for enjoying with the curiosity of a flâneur, that literary figure whose sole desire was to wander, discover and admire wonderful little things. -

Relax, look around and lose yourself in the old quarter of Les Moulins, the cradle of urban art

The Grand Place square is the starting point for a stroll among multi-coloured buildings and historic monuments, including the Théâtre du Nord and the Column of the Goddess with its fountain.

A hot coffee or a stall where you can buy a lovely bouquet of flowers… The square follows the rhythm of the seasons, from Lille’s Braderie, a market held on the first weekend in September, to its impressive big wheel at Christmas

Savour the moment before moving on to Vieux-Lille, the city’s most exquisite quarter. Lille’s old part is a wonderful compendium of buildings with a bohemian vibe in the shape of exclusive boutiques, cosy bars and delightful spots. You can also admire buildings such as the Hospice Comtesse, the old medieval hospital founded in 1237, or fast-forward to the present with the most modern version of a French icon: the Notre Dame de la Treille, inaugurated in 1999. Special mention should be made of the home where Charles de Gaulle was born –now a museum– and the monumental Citadel in the shape of a five-point star with a total circumference of almost 2200 metros.

You are a flâneur and have come here to lose yourself amidst Renoir, Picas-

so, Delacroix and the more than 60,000 works housed in the Palais des BeauxArts –France’s biggest collection outside the Louvre in Paris– or along the canals and paths that lead to the urban zoo in the Citadel Park. Borders become blurred as you realise that everybody was at the Wazemmes Market, one of France’s biggest. Tastes and smells from the entire world –from the juiciest kebabs to the crunchiest pastries– mingle in little stalls brimming with subtle nuances and modes of travel. If you are still hungry, you can always try Lille’s typical Meert vanilla waffle or a Flemish carbonnade, a delicious lamb and beer stew only for the most intrepid amongst us. Relax, look around and lose yourself in the old quarter of Les Moulins, the cradle of urban art whose walls invite you to discover a multitude of colours and forms in the shape of unique murals. In Lille, art and design offer great shortcuts if you are willing to let yourself be carried away.

In fact, when you get to Euralille you have no idea where you are or in which

era you are in. This is the city’s most modern face and was designed by the famous Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas in a former industrial district which now oozes geometries and textures that confirm why Lille was designated the Capital of Design. You lose yourself yet again: you are a flâneur and history belongs to you. From the river comes a song that takes you perhaps to the Flanders of old, to other centuries, to 2023, to the major capitals you dreamt of. It matters not: Lille is the ideal starting point, a main square where Europe whispers to you. –LILLE

From 16,000 points one-way or earn up to 1,600 points one-way.

For terms and conditions, see bintermas.com Ask our cabin crew for a leaflet or register with bintermas.com and start earning on your Binter flights and with more than 30 programme partners.

MUST-DOS ON YOUR TRIP TO LA GOMERA

Walk in Garajonay National Park

The island has over 600 km of trails, many of them through Garajonay National Park. As a first step towards getting to know this magnificent location, a relic of the Tertiary Period, visit a tourist office or the Juego de Bolas Visitors Centre.

Enjoy the peace of the sunset

La Gomera’s sunsets are so peaceful that you become at one with your surroundings, enjoying the colours left by the sun as it dips towards the horizon. You can do this at any vantage point.

Try the local gastronomy food

La Gomera’s palm honey, almogrote cheese paste and wines are an absolute must when visiting the island. A great way is to just to take a seat in a restau -

rant and let yourself be guided by the staff, who will recommend things to try so that you leave with a wonderful impression of the local food and wine.

Go whale and dolphin watching

This is a unique opportunity for an intimate experience in contact with nature, observing these marine animals swimming freely in their natural habitat. There are daily departures from various harbours in La Gomera and the boats treat all marine life with respect.

Connect with local people

La Gomera’s trails reflect its history, ways of life and the forms of communication between the island’s hamlets and villages.

We look forward to seeing you!

By Aarón Rodríguez González Photos by Rocío Eslava

ROCKS AND SALTPETER

South-east Tenerife has some amazing spots. Today we travel to the Güímar Valley for a walk through its spectacular malpaís landscape, one of the most endangered gems of nature in the Canary Islands. Lava, tabaiba shrubs and large cardón cacti combine with the ocean waves here, providing a volcanic coastal landscape that transports us back to well before the days of tourism development. For this very reason, the Güímar malpaís has been included among the protected areas of the Canaries and is categorised as a Special Natural Reserve.

From the parking area in Puertito de Güímar, we start by taking the path leading to Montaña Grande, the volcano which emitted the lava flows that produced the barren malpaís landscape here during an eruption that occurred around 10,000 years ago. Old water pipes, vestiges of crops mixed with native vegetation, sands, and disused animal pens accompany the fragments of lava rock during our gentle climb up to the slopes of Los Morritos, where we come to the vantage point known locally as Vigía del Cabrero (Goatherd’s Lookout). After taking in the wonderful views across the entire malpaís, we begin the descent among old drystone walls towards Morras del Corcho, where we head into the section of the malpaís with most vegetation. We are surrounded by abundant and wonderfully preserved native scrubland plants all the way down to the Los Picos hill next to the coast.

From here, we walk parallel to the shore back to El Puertito, enjoying the splendid views from Montaña de la Mar and taking in the various features along the trail, including some small saltplains. We are accompanied throughout by the gentle sea breeze and the sound of the waves breaking on the rocks.

El Puertito

Las Salinas

Positive elevation: 178 metres uphill.

Negative elevation: 178 metros downhill.

Length: 6.1 km.

Highest point: 122 m.a.s.l.

Lowest point: 1 m.a.s.l.

Nearby places of interest : El Puertito, where our walk starts and ends, is a pretty little fishing and tourist town that was the destination for the Güímar Valley’s agricultural production for centuries. Many people from surrounding parts spend the summer here these days.

Notes: the walk is a loop so you can leave your car in the car park in El Puertito. Although it is quite short and relatively gentle, conditions are very sunny and dry and there is nowhere to get water. You are advised to take plenty with you as well as protection from the sun.

Did you know ? At the far side of the malpaís you will find the district of El Socorro and the La Entrada beach where, tradition has it, the Virgin of Candelaria (the patron saint of the Canaries) appeared. The malpaís itself is a very unique area: of the recent volcanic landscapes along the South Tenerife coast, it is the one that best preserves its geological and botanical features.

Frontón de Los Picos Montaña de la Mar

Pesqueros del Sol

Las Arenas Blancas

Corral de Abajo

Arenas de la Cueva Honda Roque del Corcho

Vigía del Cabrero

LORO PARQUE RINGS IN THE NEW YEAR WITH TWELVE NEW BABY PENGUINS

Loro Parque’s Planet Penguin has grown thanks to new additions to its animal embassy in the shape of four rockhopper ( Eudyptes chrysocome) and eight gentoo ( Pygoscelis papua) penguins. In addition to the successful breeding season, births predicted for the coming year for other species will further increase the animal family at the Tenerife zoo.

The gentoo chicks are already on show with their parents, while the rockhoppers are being monitored by Loro Parque specialists in its Baby Penguin facility as the species is a very delicate one and reproduction is extremely challenging.

In order to ensure the successful and gradual integration of the penguins, Loro Parque reproduces the conditions they would find in their natural environment, recreating their habitats with twelve tons of snow that falls daily in their enclosure. The normal light cycles in the

Antarctic are also observed, including the recreation of the polar spring with its abundant light and long days.

The births of the four rockhoppers and eight gentoos are a magnificent result for Loro Parque’s reproduction programmes which have already produced babies for all the species of penguins. The births are also a success for the conservation of these species, which are threatened by climate-driven alterations to ocean circulation and glaciers.

Text

SARDINA DEL NORTE, A MATRYOSHKA FILLED WITH TALES OF THE SEA

Located on Gran Canaria’s north coast, the beach at Sardina del Norte provides us with a unique vision combining old history, industrial development, and nowadays a spot where the soothing tides lull visitors.

Despite appearing on maps, some locations remain off the radar until the traveller ventures out to explore new places. Standing under Gáldar Mountain in north Gran Canaria, Sardina del Norte beach is an inlet set against a backdrop of polytunnels and banana groves. Steeped in history, it has provided locals with access to the Atlantic since the 15th century. A fishing village where locals and visitors mingle to share greetings and anecdotes, such as when the undersea cable linking Gran Canaria and Tenerife was visible to the children playing on the unsurfaced roads and puzzled local resident Pilar García, who never misses her daily swim in the sea.

You might be a little confused on arrival in this coastal district. It appears to be totally empty of people when you leave your car in the car park, the furthest point for vehicle access. However, you are soon greeted by the sight of the crystal-clear waters. The coastal path links the Tábata cliff and rock (to the southwest) and the Lighthouse Hill (northwest) which shelters the shore from the trade winds that batter the perilous north coast and turns this spot into an ideal one for a swim, as certified by the Blue Flag on display. What used to be a main departure point for sugar exports Europe in the 18-19th centuries is today a charming little nook where time has stood still.

by Carla Rivero Photos by Carlos Novella

Location: in the north Gran Canaria municipality of Gáldar, on the GC-202 road.

Lifeguards: in summer.

Surfing beach: yes.

Restaurants: yes.

Toilets: yes.

Showers: yes.

Sunbeds and umbrellas: no.

Adapted for the disabled: yes.

Parking: yes.

Public transport: Bus Route 1 (Guaguas Guzmán) from Gáldar or by taxi.

Dogs: no.

In the distance, the mist blurs the Dragon’s Tail, the popular name for the row of ridges marking the boundaries of Gáldar. Meanwhile, our gaze is drawn to the Martorell beach opposite, beneath the shimmer of the polytunnels that appear to hang over the edge of the cliff. Further away, our eyes shift to the Tamadaba pine forest high up in the hills of Agaete, with its bank of clouds hanging stubbornly above the treetops. Sardina Beach offers an endless variety of landscapes in just one kilometre and invites you to sink your feet in fine sand which is swallowed up when the tide comes in. Alternatively, you can walk along the pebbles of the cove to the left and spread your towel out to sunbathe or have a dip in one of the pools dotted along the rocky outcrops situated between the coves. Another jewel found here is the cave at Playa Chica, a 6th-century archaeological site which sheds light on the lives of the earliest inhabitants of the Canary Islands. The cave is usually closed for conservation purposes.

Sardina Beach offers an endless variety of landscapes in just one kilometre

You can jump into the sea off the old jetty, the Fyffes jetty or the new one. Like three prongs, these constructions punctuate the seafront, which also features small caves carved in the reddish rock. This architectural postcard ends on El Roquete beach, where local fishermen take advantage of the surface foam to catch fish. This beach was used as the setting for the Spanish film Palm Trees in the Snow (2015). However, such curious details appear not to attract the interest of a group of divers, who prefer to explore other mysteries. They get their oxygen tanks and fins ready and adjust their wetsuits, preparing to dive down to catch sight of fish such as boga, ornate wrasse, jewel anemones, comber and even angelsharks, species that can rest here and benefit from a Special Conservation Area almost 1500 hectares in size.

The spot is a big draw for Ana de Miguel from Madrid, who – along with German and French visitors – comes here at least once a year to dive in waters between twelve and eighteen metres deep. To combat any apprehension she might feel, she adopts the ‘where there is a will there is a way’ philosophy.

By Cristina Torres Luzón Illustrated by Ilustre Mario

THE BODY’S GREAT UNKNOWN

Although we are increasingly knowledgeable about our bodies, parts such as the pelvic floor remain largely unknown for the majority of people. This zone performs many and varied roles and, if not looked after properly, can give rise to problems in both men and women. Learning to heed the signals it gives off and caring for it appropriately can save us from serious problems.

The term pelvic floor refers to a group of muscles, ligaments and connective tissue situated on the lower part of the abdominal cavity. Its main purpose is to support all the organs contained in the pelvis (bladder, urethra, rectum, uterus-vagina in women and prostate-seminal vesicles in men).

The pelvic floor also performs functions associated with urinating and defecating given that it controls the urinary and anal sphincters. It plays a role in sexual activity and body posture also.

Social media such as Instagram feature growing numbers of physiotherapists who

specialise in the pelvic floor and provide information on alarm signals, on when to seek a check-up and advice and suggested exercises for restoring muscle tone.

Among the groups most in need of professional care of this kind are pregnant women and women who have just given birth, given that they experience greater pressure in the pelvic zone during pregnancy and labour, which can weaken muscles and lead to dysfunctions such as bladder or uterine prolapse.

Looking after and strengthening this part of the body during pregnancy is vital to avoid such problems. Moreover, postbirth check-ups after forty days help initiate early rehabilitation of the zone and avoid the need for potential surgery to insert an artificial mesh to support the pelvic organs.

Men who have undergone full or partial prostate removal may also suffer problems such as incontinence and other symptoms. Rapid rehabilitation and re-education of the pelvic floor increases the chances of recovery and, consequently, the quality of life of the person affected. Strengthening these muscles helps increase sphincter control and speed up recovery of erectile function.

We have already referred above to the most common situations where greater awareness of pelvic floor problems means that sufferers seek help rapidly from the aforementioned specialists to recover pelvic zone functionality. However, there are many other factors that can lead to a weakening of the muscles and onset of symptoms.

A sedentary lifestyle, poor body posture, constipation, poor eating, excess pressure e.g. from moving heavy objects wrongly, excessive continuous impacts

from running, sneezing and fits of coughing, obesity, lack of exercise of the muscles can all lead to dysfunctions and to symptoms such as urinary and faecal incontinence and gases in both men and women, as well as genital prolapse, erectile dysfunction, painful sex, vaginismus, a feeling of heaviness in the zone …

Many of these symptoms understandably impact on a person’s emotional and mental state, with psychological therapy crucial in some cases and an aid to speedy recovery in others.

For example, in the case of vaginismus, pelvic floor work should be accompanied by therapy with a specialist in sexology, for example, a physiotherapist, nurse, psychologist, psychiatrist, etc, who has completed a postgraduate degree in the subject.

To conclude, it is important to remember that basic care to prevent injuries depends on healthy eating to avoid constipation and obesity, maintaining pelvic tone through supervised kegel and hypopressive exercises, physical exercise combined with diaphragmatic breathing, and getting used to going to the toilet with our feet up on a stool to keep our knees bent (simulating a squatting position), as this reduces the pressure on the pelvic zone when pooping.

Now you know: if you notice that something is wrong, don’t wait until it gets worse before seeking help. Putting off a visit to a specialist only makes recovery take longer.

If you notice that something is not well, don’t wait until it gets worse to seek help

HOSPITEN, PIONEER IN MINIMALLY INVASIVE HEART SURGERY

The Heart Surgery Unit at the Hospiten Rambla University Hospital brings minimally invasive coronary revascularisation surgery to the Canaries, a technique usually carried out in very few specialist hospitals due to its difficulty.

«The rationale behind minimally invasive heart surgery is to perform heart operations which are less aggressive surgically but guarantee procedural safety and efficacy», explains Dr Javier Estigarribia, the unit’s head. The team of doctors and surgeons decides when this procedure is the best option.

«An incision of around 5-6 centimetres is made in the left side of the thorax and this is used to perform coronary arterial revascularisation with the heart still beating», explains the specialist. The technique offers the advantage over conventional surgery in that it is less aggressive to the patient because it is carried out via small incisions without the need to cut through the breastbone and with less manipulation of the aorta. This lessens the risk of bleeding, infections

and post-operative pain, and facilitates a shorter stay in hospital and speedier return to normal activities.

To ensure a healthy heart, the specialist also recommends leading a healthy lifestyle and regular check-ups with a cardiologist.

Dr. Javier Estigarribia.

THEATRE, MUSIC AND ACTIVITIES TENERIFE

CARNIVAL

DER ZWERG (THE DWARF)

7 March

A sultan sends a dwarf as a gift to the Infanta (Princess) Clara on her eighteenth birthday. The dwarf is unaware of his physical appearance and becomes infatuated with the Infanta. He sings her a love song and imagines that he is her brave knight. She plays with him and gives him a white rose. When he is left alone, he sees his own reflection for the first time in a mirror. He is extremely worried and tries to get a kiss from the Infanta, but she rejects him and calls him a monster. He is heartbroken and dies while grabbing hold of the white rose as the Infanta goes back to the party. A one-act opera, composed by Alexander von Zemlinsky, inspired by the Oscar Wilde short story The birthday of the infanta. It is the flagship work by the Austrian composer.

LANZAROTE

PÉREZ | ¿ES LA MIL?

Sant Cruz de Tenerife

From 15 to 26 February

The Santa Cruz Carnival is the Tenerife capital’s most international celebration, part and parcel of its identity and a thread that weaves a multidisciplinary artistic tradition handed down from generation to generation. Every year, a community of almost 10,000 people make Carnival possible. The event was officially designated a Festivity of International Tourism Interest back as 1980. The Santa Cruz Carnival is a globally-known celebration that entered the Guinness Book of Records in 1987 when it was the setting for the world’s biggest outdoor dance, which featured Celia Cruz and over 200,000 people.

17 March

Comedy and wit in big dollops. ¿Es la mil? (Is it the 1000 th?) is the question Kike Pérez asks his audience as he is on track to reach this number of shows in 2023. Calculations from 2006 when he began his career indicate that he will soon hit the figure, something unthinkable when the Lanzarote comedian first started … What we have not managed to identify is exactly which show will actually be one his thousandth one.

El Salinero Theatre

Tenerife Auditorium

GRAN CANARIA ELLA Y LOS CERDOS

VALLADOLID FITO & FITIPALDIS

24 February

Auxilio Lacouture narrates and investigates an atrocious and distant crime. Middle-aged philosophy teacher Auxilio hides for several days in the toilets of a primary school during a raid by police who are looking for one of her pupils. Auxilio is a character who conceals a metaphor. She identifies with Cassandra, someone capable of seeing the future and the past. As a result, we toy with the idea and imagine that we are in the 1980s, the present or in the future, without it being explicit either in the text or the staging of the play.

LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA CARNIVAL

1 April

10 February to 5 March

On Friday 10 February, an opening parade will depart for the first time from La Isleta to Santa Catalina Park as the prelude to the official proclamation that kicks off the festivities, which this year are dedicated to the legendary New York nightclub Studio 54. For the second year in a row, the main venue of the Carnival will host the official launch. For more information, see www.lpacarnaval.com and www.lpavisit.com.

After completing their biggest Spanish tour which saw them play to massive audiences, Fito & Fitipaldis now take to the stage in a more intimate format to perform songs from their latest album Cada vez cadáver and their classical numbers, interpreted in a different way on this occasion. For the current tour, Fito Cabrales adds Jorge Arribas and Diego Galaz de Fetén Fetén to his backing Fitipaldis. Together with Carlos Raya, Javier Alzola, Boli Climent and Coki Giménez, they will spend autumn and winter playing in some of Spain’s top theatres and venues. A unique opportunity to see Fito & Fitipaldis in a very special format.

Víctor Jara Theatre

Miguel Delibes Cultural Centre

JEREZ DE LA FRONTERA EL ARREBATO

SAN SEBASTIÁN ARA MALIKIAN

Villamarta Theatre

15 April

Javier Labandón is one of the most charismatic figures on the Spanish music scene. With over ten records under his belt and a career lasting twenty years, El Arrebato is rightly seen as a musical icon who, despite the passing of time, remains unchanged thanks to his classical timeless songs and the new hits included on his latest album + Abrazos.

A CORUÑA RUFUS T. FIREFLY

Centro Kursaal Elkargunea

16 April

Ara Malikian is unquestionably one of the most brilliant and expressive violinists of his generation. With a very unique style fashioned by his origins and rich musical experiences, his violin has become one of the most original and innovative voices on the scene. His inexhaustible musical and human preoccupations have led Ara Malikian to explore his Armenian roots and assimilate the music of other cultures from the Middle East (Arab and Jewish), Central Europe (gypsy and kletzmer), Argentina (tango) and Spain (flamenco), all within a highly personal language that combines the rhythmic and emotional force of these musics and the virtuosity and expressiveness of Europe’s great classical tradition.

FLORENCE EROS RAMAZZOTTI

Inn Club

15 March

Psychedelic indie rock band

Rufus T. Firefly, led by Víctor Cabezuelo and Julia Martín-Maestro, are in concert in April at A Coruña’s Inn Club as part of their new tour Y el Anochecer de Plata, which comes to an end on the 26th of the month at Madrid’s La Riviera Club.

4 April

Eros Ramazzotti, a well-known figure on the music scene in Italy and Latin America, is one of the most important singer-songwriters in the fields of pop, Latino pop, pop rock, Latino rock and romantic ballads in recent decades. He takes to the stage in Florence’s Nelson Mandela Forum indoor stadium.

Nelson Mandela Forum

LILLE LOMEPAL

EXHIBITIONS AND FAIRS SAN SEBASTIÁN IBAN ILLARRAMENDI

Zénith Arena, Lille

12 April

Antoine Valentinelli, better known by his artistic name Lomepal, is a French singer and rapper with five EPs and three full albums under his belt. The songs from his latest album, entitled Mauvais Ordre and released in 2022, are already sounding in major European cities on his new Automne Tour

TOULOUSE STROMAE

Zénith Toulouse Metropole

21 April

Belgian Singer Stromae is well known for his urban genre hip hop and electronic music. He rose to fame thanks to compositions such as Alors on danse, Papaoutai and Tous les mêmes. His latest tour, Multitude tour, includes his biggest hits as well as his most recent work, Multitude, from which the tour takes its name.

Aiete Cultural Centre

Until 19 March

Every three months, the Illustrator Corner hosts the work of an illustrator and this time it is the turn of Iban Illarramendi. The creative universe of this Zarautz-born illustrator and graphic designer consists of elements of nature, the sea and his Basque roots. In 2022, he was awarded the Etxepare Illustrated Album Prize for his book Kiratsa.

MENORCA KITCHEN OF CRAFTS

Menorca Artisan Centre

Until April 2023

This exhibition focuses on kitchens as a place where tangible objects of craftmanship tend to be concentrated but also as a space for family gatherings and artisanal practices. The visit begins with an indispensable utensil in Menorca – mortar bowls, a range of which are exhibited from different periods and materials. It continues with information on the evolution of different types of kitchens down the ages.

A CORUÑA

PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION: STEVEN MEISEL 1993

Muelle de Batería, A Coruña

Until May 2023

Steven Meisel 1993, a year in photographs features the work of this maestro of photography during 1993, a decisive year in a career marked by his close collaboration with Vogue that saw him earn twenty-eight front covers and over a hundred editorials for the magazine. This whole exhibition consists of more than one hundred classical portraits of men and women from the worlds of fashion and cinema, including Linda Evangelista, Carla Bruni, Naomi Campbell, Hamish Bowles and Kyle MacLachlan.

TRADITIONAL CANARIAN SWEETS: THE MOST INGENIOUS SLEIGHTS OF HAND

Fun is a simile for escapism and this anthropological approach stresses that doing something relaxing does not mean performing an action with a specific aim in mind, but rather to experience a moment of pleasure. There is no question that sweets have always been a distraction from normal food and in the Canaries our ancestors used their ingenuity to devise fleeting treats.

Por Francisco Belín Ilustración por Ilustre Mario

«Sweets have been unjustly demonised so I decided to gather information to uncover the secret of their success and then apply that knowledge to place them on their rightful rung on the nutrition ladder». I heard these words one day from chef Andoni Luis Aduriz, who began to research the –not always appreciated– food relevance of these sweet and savoury edible treats, decoys that have always delighted young and old. For a time, the head chef was a driving force behind The Candy Project «derived from what we might call the sweetonomy and which aimed to draw up a world taste map of sweets as something deserving serious study, even to measure their economic, social and nutritional value in a community».

«As children, we would wait for the adults to open the mistela wine and take out for us the different roasted coffee beans that had been added to this sweet and aromatic liquid. We were really excited at the prospect of crunching one of these sweets in our mouths». This is the explanation of one such treat by Lanzarote’s Fefo Nieves, who has fond memories of crunchy «or ‘clunchy’, as we used to call it. It was made by frying gofio and sugar in a pan until it turned into a hard dough which was then spread out on the formica table. It was left to harden and was then sprinkled with chopped almonds and peanuts (and a little mild olive oil, if available). It was delicious».

Grandmothers would use these as rewards their grandchildren. The sweets represented love and were designed to be fun ways of providing food intake in times of scarcity. Juan Antonio Peraza, an expert in ethnography and local products, tells us about sweets from bygone days in Tenerife: «lumps of gofio with sugar or cabrillas (spoonfuls of gofio and sugar); dried figs with an almond insert-

ed in the centre, like a heart; often there was not enough money to buy wrapped sweets such as melcocha, melted jaggery sweets; or liquorice, lollipops –with or without a wafer–, bazooka bubble gum, chocolate cigarettes, candy sticks …». -

Some of the elderly women we spoke to recall enjoying carobs and tamarinds, very popular in Santa Cruz, or tiny apples. Also, huge feasts of lupins which, although not actually sweet, were indeed sweets. Searching through her grandmothers’ notes and recipes, Tenerife chef Lola García digs up memories from the early decades of the 20th century and desserts such as «fried bread with sugar and cinnamon»; hard bread which was soaked in milk and egg, then drained and fried in lard before being wrapped in waxed paper: what a great present!

Lola describes the thrill of gatherings to prepare sponge cakes, rosquetes, sweet potato turnovers, etc, in which the children took part «and sang a lot, including lullabies». Sweets from back then naturally included dried fig (pressed and sun-dried) and over-ripe fruit, recalls Fefo Nieves, who also remembers sweet potato with honey, cane sugar or palm syrup.

There have been times when sweets have fallen into serious decline due to their high sugar content, but this should not be blamed on the industry. Instead, we need to steer people towards different habits and ensure that traditional sweets, some of which still survive today, continue to exist alongside modern-day ones.

«As children, we would wait for the adults to open the mistela wine and take out for us the different roasted coffee beans»

BINTER SUPPORTS ARCHAEOLOGY RESEARCH AT ROMAN PURPLE DYE PROCESSING SITE ON LOBOS, FUERTEVENTURA

For several years, Binter has been collaborating with the «Towards a definition of purple-dye islands» research project, facilitating travel for researchers and infrastructure, as well as transportation of archaeological materials from the field work for deposit in Fuerteventura’s Museum of Archaeology.

Back in 2012 on the tiny island of Lobos, a team of archaeologists discovered the site of a Roman workshop for processing purple dye dating back to the Late Republic-Later Empire period. The site is the oldest on Fuerteventura and has become the focus of attention for Canarian and even world research in archaeology.

The project is jointly led by researchers from Fuerteventura’s governing council (Cabildo) and Tenerife’s Department of Museums, involving also the University of La Laguna and an extensive interdisciplinary team.

Work during November-December 2022 focused on the continued excavation of Lobos 1, a Roman purple dye workshop from the Late Republic-Late Empire period. The main aim of the work was to establish the size and occupation of the southern zone of the site.

Lobos 1 is a technological space that was used to produce purple dye, a symbol of power and personal ostentation in Roman times. It was highly prized in the days of Antiquity as it was used to dye tunics and other clothing worn by the elites. The most prestigious of these dyes was of marine origin and was extracted from sea snails (Muricidae), among which Stramonita haemastoma has been found in abundance on Lobos, together with small numbers of Hexaplex duplex.

The remains of the shells appear in scattered piles and show anthropic traces of having been processed, given that it

was vital to extract the animal while alive to avoid losing the substance that was the precursor to the dye. Following extraction, it was immersed in a liquid solution with alkaline substances and then cooked slowly for several days in lead pots. The piles of shells and the areas immediately around them contain various implements used by the purple-dye workers (called mvrilegvli ), such as basalt anvils and hammers, small fragments of strips of iron (possibly knives), combustion structures, and remains of pots made of lead.

Other spaces associated with the processing of biotic resources exist on Lobos, where there are remains of goats, sheep and pigs, along with combustion structures and many pottery fragments. In this regard, work this year has focused on one area which appears to have been an important dumping ground for these remnants of everyday life.

Its full size is not known exactly but may become clear in future digs, which will also help identify the architectural features of the remains of what was probably a wall of about seven metres in length.

Future field research will be of major interest and will allow the site to be explored further southwards.

Acknowledgements: Carmen del Arco Aguilar (University of La Laguna), Mercedes del Arco Aguilar (Tenerife Museum of Archaeology), Isidoro Hernández Sánchez (Fuerteventura Museum of Archaeology), project directors. Photos by C. del Arco.

Playa de la Calera (islet of Lobos), with Lobos 1 site in the background.

Lobos 1. Remains of goat and sheep bones.

Lobos 1. Damaged anphora.

BINTER NIGHTRUN SERIES 2023 TAKES OFF

The Binter NightRun Series, Spain’s biggest circuit of night races, returns for another year with spectacular events full of excitement and fun for all.

Santander joins the list of races for this year’s series, whose four events drew over 12,000 male and female runners from 29 countries in 2022. A fast-growing sporting celebration which has deservedly earned itself an important place on the international calendar.

The runs are based on three key elements - inclusion, sustainability and solidarity - while also promoting healthy lifestyle habits through running.

The 2023 Series will connect five cities through direct flights and the race sche-

dule kicks off in Santander (29 April), followed by Santa Cruz de Tenerife (20 May), Palma (10 June) and Zaragoza (30 September), before reaching its final destination, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, on 21 October. This last race is the most firmly-established and is the only one to feature a Half Marathon distance in addition to the standard 5K, 10K and Green Mile.

Registration for Santander is now open on the official www.binternightrun.es website, where participants will find information on the destinations and everything they need to enjoy Spain’s most exciting night race circuit. In addition, athletes wishing to fly to any of the destinations to take part can take advantage of the flight + hotel deals offered by travel agent CanariasViaja.com.

SECRETS BAHÍA REAL RESORT & SPA 5*

EARN X2 POINTS + EXCLUSIVE BENEFIT

During February, Secrets Bahía Real & Spa 5* invites you to earn double points, up to 1200 points/night. In addition, holders of Binter Gold and Silver cards will enjoy free access to the SPA as an exclusive benefit.

Exclusive benefit

Earn x2

Double Room 600 + 600 points/night

secretsbahiareal.com

911 229 866

Access to Secrets SPA aquatic leisure area for holders of BinterMás Gold and Silver cards.

Valid: February 2023.

MELIÁ HOTELS INTERNATIONAL

EARN X2 POINTS

Meliá Fuerteventura 4*. Pájara

Enjoy a holiday in a unique setting full of contrasts. Book selected Meliá Hotels International hotels and earn double points using this exclusive offer.

Hotels

Earn x2

Gran Meliá Palacio de Isora 5* 200 + 200 points/night

Meliá Fuerteventura 4* 200 + 200 points/night

Sol Fuerteventura Jandía – All Suites 4* 100 + 100 points/night

Valid: February 2023.

melia.com 912 764 747

LOPESAN HOTEL GROUP

EARN X2 POINTS

Celebrate St Valentine’s Day with a romantic break in our adults-only Corallium by Lopesan Hotels and earn double points during your stay.

Corallium by Lopesan Hotels Earn x2

Corallium Beach 3* 260 + 260 points/night

Corallium Dunamar 4* 260 + 260 points/night

lopesan.com

902 450 010

Valid: bookings until 28/02/23. Stays from 01/02/23 until 31/03/23.

MARINA GRAN CANARIA

EARN X2 POINTS

Located in the very heart of the harbour at Puerto Rico, Marina Suites offers you double points with your seafront holiday in south Gran Canaria.

BARCELÓ HOTEL GROUP

EARN X2 POINTS

Barceló offers you the chance to earn double points in selected hotels in Lanzarote. Enjoy comfort, leisure and gastronomy.

Hotels Earn x2

Berceló Lanzarote Royal Level 405 + 405 points/night

Berceló Lanzarote Active Resort 270 + 270 points/night

Berceló Teguise Beach 270 + 270 points/night

barcelo.com

902 101 001

Valid: February 2023.

Hotel Earn x2

Marina Suites 4* 215 + 215 points/night

marinagrancanaria.com

928 153 015

Valid: February 2023.

DUNAS HOTELS & RESORTS

EARN X2 POINTS

Enjoy a stay in selected Dunas hotels in Gran Canaria and earn 1000 points per night.

Hotels

Earn x2

Don Gregory by Dunas 4* 500 + 500 points/night

Suites & Villas by Dunas 4* 500 + 500 points/night

hotelesdunas.com

902 142 828

Valid: February 2023.

Barceló Lanzarote Royal Level. Teguise

Corallium Beach by Lopesan Hotels. Gran Canaria

Don Gregory by Dunas 4*. Gran Canaria

CICAR EXCLUSIVE BENEFIT UPGRADE

Present your BinterMás card when booking a car with CICAR throughout the year and benefit from a free category upgrade*. Enjoy more space and comfort with your CICAR car hire and earn between 40 and 100 points per rental day also.

cicar.com

928 822 900

Valid: 2023. Subject to availability and peak demand periods.

FLIGHTS

BINTER

922/928 327 700

bintercanarias.com

Earn: from 100 to 1000 points

IBERIA

902 400 500

iberia.com

Earn: from 75 to 300 points

CAR HIRE

CICAR

928 822 900

cicar.com

Earn: from 40 to 100 points

AVIS

902 135 531

avis.es

Earn: from 50 to 75 points

FLIGHT + HOTEL

CANARIASVIAJA

922 24 81 61 canariasviaja.com

Earn: 1 point per 1 €

WELLBEING

TALASOTERAPIA

LAS CANTERAS

928 271 170

talasoterapialascanteras.com

Earn: 40 points/circuit

PETROL STATIONS

DISA

901 101 016 disagrupo.es

Earn: up to 50 points

FINANCE

BINTERMÁS MASTERCARD santanderconsumer.es

Obtención: 1 punto por 2 €

SHOPPING

CANARIENSIS

900 252 423

aldeasa.com

Earn: 120 points for 30 € spent

GOLF

SALOBRE

GOLF RESORT

928 94 30 04

salobregolfresort.com

Earn: 100 points

SOCIAL

UNICEF

928 269 293

unicef.es

Donation of 300 to 500 points

ACCOMMODATION

ARRECIFE

GRAN HOTEL & SPA

928 800 000

aghotelspa.com

Earn: 300 points

BARCELÓ

HOTEL GROUP

902 101 001

barcelo.com

Earn: from 125 to 400 points

BUENDÍA

CORRALEJO NOHOTEL

928 943 027

buendiacorralejo.com

Earn: 215 points

CORAL

HOTELS

928 327 700

coral-hotels.com

Earn: from 160 to 560 puntos

HOTEL CORDIAL

MOGAN PLAYA

928 143 393

becordial.com

Earn: 470 points

DREAMPLACE HOTELS & RESORTS

902 210 902

dreamplacehotels.com

Earn: from 200 to 600 points

DUNAS HOTELS & RESORTS

902 142 828

hotelesdunas.com

Earn: from 300 to 500 points

GLORIA THALASSO & HOTELS

928 128 505 gloriapalaceth.com

Earn: from 300 to 430 points

GOLD BY MARINA

928 948 555 goldbymarina.com

Earn: 215 points

SECRETS BAHÍA REAL

928 537 153 secretsbahiareal.com

Earn: 600 points

H10 HOTELS

900 444 466 h10hotels.com

Earn: from 250 to 420 points

HOTELES ELBA

902 172 182 hoteleselba.com

Earn: from 140 to 800 points

HOTEL PARQUE TROPICAL 928 774 012 hotelparquetropical.com

Earn: 200 points

IBEROSTAR HOTELS & RESORTS

902 995 555 iberostar.com

Earn: from 100 to 200 points

LOPESAN HOTELS & RESORTS

902 450 010 lopesan.com

Earn: from 150 to 325 points

MARINA

GRAN CANARIA

928 153 015

marinagrancanaria.com

Earn: 215 points

MELIÁ HOTELS

INTERNATIONAL

912 764 747 melia.com

Earn: from 100 to 200 points

R2 HOTELS

928 546 054 r2hotels.com

Earn: from 200 to 300 points

SALOBRE HOTEL RESORT

928 943 000 salobrehotel.com

Earn: 340 points

SHERATON FUERTEVENTURA

BEACH, GOLF & SPA RESORT 928 495 100 sheraton.com/fuerteventura

Earn: 640 points

VILA BALEIRA

+351 291 980 800 vilabaleira.com

Earn: 165 points

For the full terms and conditions governing the award and use of points, see bintermas.com or call 922/928 327 700.

A WORLD OF ADVANTAGES, WITH OVER 30 PARTNERS...

CORAL HOTELS

#FLYINGWITHBINTER

Fancy sharing your Binter experience?

If you love taking in the scenery while flying, share your pictures on social media and tag them using #FlyingwithBinter. The best photos will be published in our magazine and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Don’t forget to use the tag. Enjoy the flight!

/bintercanarias @binternt @bintercanarias

@naiirdrgzz @inesmdieppa

@DonostiAir

@Ashuncion

New direct flights

GRANADA

The Alhambra, Granada