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In This Issue LIFESTYLE Tenerife Topics 10

The largest cruise ship in Europe docks for the first time in Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Divers head to the seas around

Tenerife 12

"El Cielo de Canarias" time-lapse video of Tenerife

Partners keen on Tenerife geothermal, says Petratherm

Queen's Brian May to debut song for Yuri Gagarin in Tenerife

Places 18

Around The Island Candelaria Whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s On

Juneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s schedule... Exhibitions, concerts, theatre, cinema, dance, ballet and musicals...

32 Healthy Living 32

Summer Sun: Stay safe and cool while you enjoy the sun

38 June - July 2011 FEATURES Canarian Style Cuisine 38

Caldereta - Typical Canarian style stew or casserole Books

Berlitz - Tenerife Pocket Guide Sport

CD Tenerife News from League 2

Tenerife Tourist Map

Places of interest in Tenerife Area Maps

*Cristianos - Americas

*Las Galletas - Costa del Silencio

*Golf del Sur - Los Abrigos

*Los Gigantes - Playa de la Arena

Business 60

Tenerife Directory

REGULARS 62

Monthly Horoscope

The Birthday File

Tenerife Topics

New arrival in Santa Cruz

The Liberty of the Seas

The largest cruise ship in Europe docks for the first time in Santa Cruz de Tenerife The port of Santa Cruz de Tenerife in Spain was recently graced with the first visit of Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas, the largest cruise ship in Europe. Liberty had come to the Island from Miami as a stopover before the start of its summer season in the Mediterranean. Liberty of the Seas is actually slightly longer than its sister ship, Independence of the Seas, which is 339 feet long and 154,407 gross registered tons, with capacity for 4,375 cruising passengers.

Liberty of the Seas is served by 1,300 crew, 730 of them dedicated to ensuring safety on board. The ship, built in Finland in 2007 at a cost of $ 800 million, was in port for the day until departing for Cadiz to continue on its fourteen day voyage that ended in Barcelona, home port of their cruise routes for the Mediterranean.

Tenerife Topics

Divers head to the seas around Tenerife As many people look ahead to their next holidays, many divers will be deciding just where to head for some underwater exploration. In order to help with that decision, why not consider Tenerife which can offer some of the best diving spots in the world. When holidaying it is important for divers to have access to the full range of services needed for underwater exploration. Not only do individuals need gear and equipment shops, but many will want experienced dive masters with them and medical facilities available to them if they encounter difficulties. With this in mind a list of some of the best diving spots in the Canaries has been created, highlighting the exotic undersea life and scenery that can be discovered by divers enjoying the area. Playa San Juan is listed as having the "best cave diving experience to be found on the island", Playas de

las Americas is home to a wide range of marine life, whilst Las Galletas is one of the best places to dive in the south of the island and noting that the location is also close to Costa Del Silencio, a region which has a multitude of diving sites to enjoy. Here, along with a number of wrecks, divers can expect to have encounters with moray eels and rays. For divers wanting to explore Tenerife, a large range of flights can be found with airlines such as Jet2, Monarch and easyJet. And with short journey times and cheap flights, divers can be beneath the waves in no time.

Tenerife Topics

El Cielo de Canarias

After last months feature on the time-lapse video "The Mountain" by Norwegian landscape photographer Terje Sorgjerd, we bring you another stunning example of the art, this time from photographer Daniel Lopez entitled "El Cielo de Canarias" (Canary Skies). Astrophotographer Daniel Lopez shot scenes from the island of Tenerife for over a year to capture some of the most beautiful and spectacular shots of clouds, stars, and mountains in a wide spectrum of colour. More than 2,000 meters above sea level, Lopez shot “El Cielo de Canarias/Canary Sky” on Tenerife. The landscape he captured may be familiar to those of you who live there or have seen Terje Sorgjerd’s”The Mountain” time-lapse video from last month. Both videos were shot in Teide National Park in Tenerife, the largest and most populous of the seven Canary Islands where Lopez lives.

Tenerife Topics

Another Stunning Time-Lapse of Tenerife - Watch here The video is the first in a series from Lopez in which he’ll try to capture the beauty of each island. Tenerife is a World Heritage Site and is home to the third largest volcano in the world, El Teide. Part of the time-lapse shows what Lopez calls “the ‘hat’ in the Teide,” which is a formation of clouds covering the peak of the volcano. The video shows footage of clouds pouring over trees and mountains, taking on the form of water, waves, and waterfalls as they roll across the sky.

A large pool of water in the plain of Ucanca reflects lenticular clouds, which you’ll recognize as the lens-shaped, spaceship-looking clouds often seen around the summit. Clouds undulate like the surface of a waterbed and there’s even a double rainbow in the video. Lopez used a dolly which he designed and built himself, and HDR, which allows for a larger dynamic range of brightness between the lightest and darkest spots of an image. The result can be seen in the faint starlight shots and thosee of the sun. He compiled all the photos and produced the final video in Photoshop CS4

Tenerife Topics Partners keen on Tenerife geothermal, says Petratherm Australian group Petratherm says the strong commercial potential of its volcanic geothermal energy project on the Spanish island of Tenerife has led to approaches by three different parties seeking to become joint venture partners. The company’s Spanish subsidiary, Petratherm España and its existing partner, Italy’s Enel Green Power, are holding discussions with the potential partners before submitting a bid to the Spanish government. The Adelaide, South Australia-based company says Tenerife looks particularly attractive because its permanent population of more than one million - which can increase to 1.5 million during peak tourist season - places a heavy demand on peak power generation running in excess of 800MW. The island’s current primary source of power generation is based on imported diesel, resulting in an electricity price as high as $240 per MWh, with a large carbon footprint attached. “The potential for a high temperature hydrothermal source in excess of 240ºC coupled with high electricity prices makes the Tenerife project commercially attractive,” the company says. Petratherm says three prospective drilling targets have been considered, with a recent review of long-term development potential indicating sites in the eastern and southern areas as more attractive. In its update to the Australian Stock Exchange, Petratherm also says it is in discussions with "a major European utility" to act as a potential partner for its Madrid geothermal district heating, for which it has completed the final design.

Tenerife Topics

Geothermal energy is thermal energy generated and stored in the Earth, which originates from the formation of the planet, from radioactive decay of minerals, from volcanic activity, and from solar energy absorbed at the surface. The geothermal gradient, which is the difference in temperature between the core of the planet and its surface, drives a continuous conduction of thermal energy in the form of heat from the core to the surface. From hot springs, geothermal energy has been used for bathing since Paleolithic times and for space heating since ancient Roman times, but it is now better known for electricity generation. Worldwide, about 10,715 megawatts (MW) of geothermal power is online in 24 countries.

Geothermal power is cost effective, reliable, sustainable, and environmentally friendly, but has historically been limited to areas near tectonic plate boundaries. Recent technological advances have dramatically expanded the range and size of viable resources, opening a potential for widespread exploitation. Geothermal wells release greenhouse gases trapped deep within the earth, but these emissions are much lower per energy unit than those of fossil fuels. As a result, geothermal power has the potential to help mitigate global warming if widely deployed in place of fossil fuels. The Earth's geothermal resources are theoretically more than adequate to supply humanity's energy needs, but only a very small fraction are economically viable and profitable enough to be exploited.

Tenerife Topics Queen’s Brian May to debut song for Yuri Gagarin in Tenerife Brian May of Queen has recorded a new song dedicated to Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin. The Soviet cosmonaut became the first human to fly into space 50 years ago, and May, who is famously a Doctor of Astrophysics, has recorded the song with electronic music pioneers Tangerine Dream. The song, as yet unnamed, will debut at the Starmus Science And Music Festival on the Spanish island of Tenerife to be held between June 20th -25th. They will also record a second song dedicated to cosmonaut Alexei Leonov, who was the first man to carry out a space walk. Both songs will be based on “cosmic” sounds, a festival spokesman said. May’s love of astrophysics is no rock star whim. He delayed study for his Ph.D. (doctorate qualification) to pursue his career with rock band Queen. May completed his academic papers over 30 years on, in 2007. “I worked on my thesis at Imperial College [London] from 1971 to 1974 when I had to give it up because Queen became a full-time thing. I kept all my notes and I was able to find them in my loft and start working on them again,” May recalled in 2006. May is also co-author, with legendary British astronomist Sir Patrick Moore, of the book Bang! The Complete History of the Universe.

Around The Island

In every county or island there is always one town that stands out above the rest. In Tenerife that town is Candelaria, directly translated as Candle Mass.

A beautiful, clean, deeply religious town hugging the coastline and steeped in history and fables. Originally called Chimisay by the Guanche natives its name was changed in 1497 because of its main claim to fame, which is the story of the statue of the Virgin Mary, holding a candle in one arm and the baby Jesus in the other.

Candelaria

Around the year 1390 two Guanche shepherds found the figure (which stands about half a metre tall) washed up on the beach. This was 100 years before the Spanish conquest which thrust Christianity onto them, so having no idea what she was, but being very afraid of the strange looking, fully clothed woman they attempted to destroy her. As the legend goes, one Guanche picked up a rock to smash her with, but his arm locked and he could not move. The other Guanche started to saw off her fingers but the wounds appeared on his hands instead.

Candelaria They realised that this was something special and decided to take her to their village. On touching the statue their mobility returned and wounds were healed. They placed the statue in a cave where it was worshipped in a fashion until the Spanish Conquest. In 1404, Diego de Herrera heard about the statue. He had conquered Lanzarote and decided that the statue needed to be worshipped by God fearing Christians, not heathens who did not even know who she was. But the Guanche did not want to give her up and De Herrera sent his son in the night to steal her and brought her back to be placed in a church in Lanzarote. Here legend has it that the statue was found each morning facing the wall, her back to the congregation and De Herrara began to realise he may have made a mistake. Soon after, when a terrible plague hit Lanzarote killing hundreds of people, he finally conceded and sent the statue back to Tenerife. It stayed in the cave until 1826 when a terrible storm took her back into the sea from where she came.

The Spanish had taken over the island by then and were so horrified at losing her that they commissioned scupltor Fernando EstĂŠvez del Sacramento to carve another exactly the same. This statue now sits pride of place in the basilica of Our Lady of Candelaria Church in Candelaria.

Candelaria

With special permission you can approach and touch her or leave flowers at her feet. The cave where the orginal lived for so long is still there, a building built around it for protection.

Besides the main church there is a working monastry of Dominican Friars which is unfortunatly not open to the public. The plaza itself is watched over by huge bonze statues of the last nine Guanche Kings, the wild, raging sea at their backs. These are relatively new as the original stone statues were moved into the town to protect them.

Where she had stood is now a bronze effigy watched over by the figure of San Blas, the patron saint of shepherds (who is also said to be the saint you need to speak to if you have a sore throat!)

Candelaria Candelaria is a stunning town with many wonderful fresh fish restaurants, two small but clean, dark sand beaches, a quaint marina and some spectacular views of the mountains rearing over the roof tops. The area is recommended as a therapeutical holiday for those suffering from several health problems such as asthma or rheumatism because of the clean air and all year round good weather. Traditional country life still thrives on the slopes around Candelaria and there are some fantastic paths for mountain hiking through beautiful gorges and Canarian pine woods. As you arrive into the main town you come across a large parking area by the sea, next to which is a small cabin which is the tourist information office. To learn about the legends, stories and history of Candelaria it is recommend taking the tours that run several times a day. English is spoken so don't worry if your Spanish isnt up to scratch. The tour is about an hour long, is fun and informative and any questions you have are received and answered with enthusiasm. If you fancy visiting Candaleria during one of the many festivals, the festival of Santa Ana is on the 25th July, also huge holy days in the area are the 2nd February and the 15th August.

JUNE

Healthy Living

SUMMER SUN The height of the summer is almost upon us here in Tenerife Do you know how to stay safe and cool while you enjoy the sun on Tenerife’s white sandy beaches or even sitting by the hotel pool? To a certain degree, everyone is at some risk whilst enjoying the summer sun. But, those of us with light skin colour, freckles, light hair or eye colour, a family history of skin cancer or a history of sunburn when young, have to be particularly aware. This is especially true for those of us here in Tenerife, where exposure to the sun is probably far greater than our bodies are used to. And, it’s not just nature we have to watch out for, as even rays from artificial sources of light such as tanning booths, can also increase the risk of skin cancer.

What Can You Do About It? Remember to limit sun exposure as much as possible, wear protective clothing, and use sunscreen. Sunscreen should be applied 30 minutes before going outdoors and reapplied at least every two hours. Use water-resistant sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher. The sunscreen “factor” is important, but so too is it’s ability to protect from UVA and UVB, so where possible, check these protection levels provided. Remember, sunscreen is formulated to protect the skin against the sun's ultraviolet light (UV), not to help tan the skin. Many people are blissfully unaware that some medications can increase sensitivity to the sun. Some examples are certain antibiotics, sulfonamides, fluoroquinolones and even antiinflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen.

LIFESTYLE Check out these tips on skin care and more!...

Also, cosmetics that contain alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) may also increase sun sensitivity and the possibility of sunburn, particularly those that contain glycolic acid and lactic acid. It is important to protect your skin from the sun while using AHA products and for up to a week after discontinuing their use. Sunscreens alone may not always protect you, so it's always smart to wear wide-brimmed hats and seek shade under a beach umbrella or a tree. Don't forget your sunglasses! These protect the sensitive skin around the eyes and may reduce the long-term risk of developing cataracts. People who wear UV-absorbing contact lenses still should wear UV-absorbing sunglasses since contact lenses don't completely cover the eye. In the short term, if you do get a sunburn, don't put ice or oils on to it. Use a cold compress, and if you don't have that, a pack of frozen vegetables will work just as well. For severe cases, always seek medical attention. In the longer term, be on the lookout for moles that change colour or size, or have an irregular, spreading edge. All these are potential signs of skin cancer. 33

The sun affects the skin directly, but through long hot periods, or during continuous exercise in a hot climate, the body can be severely affected too. This is where heat illness can become a factor, and in basic terms is the body's cooling system shutting down. The body temperature goes up, which inhibits the ability to sweat. Mild symptoms of heat exhaustion include thirst, fatigue, and cramps in the legs or abdomen. Left untreated, heat exhaustion can progress to heat stroke. Serious heat-related symptoms include dizziness, headaches, nausea, rapid heartbeat, vomiting, decreased alertness, and a temperature as high as 105ยบF.

Summer Sun At the height of summer many people die each year from heat exposure. The risk of heat illness goes up during exercise and sports, as it does with certain health conditions such as diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. Alcohol also increases the risk. So do medications that slow sweat production such as antihistamines and diuretics used to treat water retention, high blood pressure, and some liver and kidney conditions. People aged 65 and older and young children are especially vulnerable to heat illness. Never leave a young child in a car, even for a few minutes with the window open a little, as the temperature inside a car can climb much higher than temperatures outside during a sunny day.

What You Can Do? Air conditioning is the obvious protective factor against heat illness, whether at home or in the car. Reduce strenuous activities or do them during early mornings and evenings when it's cooler. If you have to be outside for long stretches at a time, carry a water bottle, drink fluids regularly, and don't push your limits. People who play sports should wear light, loose-fitting clothes and drink water or sports drinks before, during, and after activity. If you do see someone experiencing heat illness, lie the person down in a cool place and elevate the legs. Use water, wet towels, and fanning to help cool the person until emergency help arrives.

Canarian Style Cuisine

C a l d e re t a

Canarian Style Caldereta Ingredients •2 lb Lamb, beef or goat, cut into 1/2-inch cubes •3 tb Distilled white vinegar •1/4 ts Salt •Freshly ground black pepper •4 tb Olive oil •3 Whole dried hot red chilles •5 Garlic cloves, peeled and minced •1 lg Onion, peeled and minced •1 ts Whole black peppercorns •1 Two-inch cinnamon stick •2 Bay leaves •4 ts Tomato paste •2 md Potatoes •1/2 lg Red bell pepper •8 Whole stuffed green olives

Canarian style caldereta is a meat dish similar to what we would refer to as a stew or casserole. It relies upon the marinading and slow cooking to ensure whatever cut of meat you use is tender and melts in your mouth.

Step-by-step Place the cubed meat into a bowl and add the white vinegar, salt and pepper. Set this aside to marinate. After 30 to 40 minutes drain the meat, saving the liquid, and pat it dry.

Did you know? Caldereta is also a very popular dish in the Philippines, originally a goat stew made with tomato sauce, potatoes, spices, liver spread, olives, bell peppers and hot peppers. It was adapted from the Spanish during their 300 year occupation of the Philippines, and is a favourite Filipino meal served during parties, festivities and other special occasions. Variations of this dish can also be made with beef, chicken and or pork wherever price and availability are factors.

In a large heavy saucepan, heat the oil over a medium heat. When it is hot, add the chilles and stir for a few seconds or until they swell and darken. Then remove chiles with a draining spoon and set aside, leaving the oil in the pan. Now put as many cubes of meat into the pan as will fit without it overflowing. Brown the meat on all sides and repeat the process until all of the meat is evenly browned, after which, remove the meat from the pan. Place the onion and garlic into the pan and cook for 2 minutes, scraping up any pan juices. Put in the black peppercorns, cinnamon and bay leaves. Stir and cook for another minute. Now return the meat to the pan with its accumulated juices, the chilles, the reserved marinade and the tomato paste. Stir and cook for 1 minute. Once this is all completed, add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Cover, turn the heat to low and cook for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, peel the potatoes and cut them into 1 1/2-inch cubes. When the meat has been cooking for 15 minutes, add the potatoes. Cover and continue to cook for 45-60 minutes or until the meat is tender. Seed the bell pepper and cut it into 1/4inch wide strips. When the meat is tender, put the peppers and olives into the stew. Stir and cook for another 3-5 minutes.

BOOKS

- Comprehensive coverage of Tenerife's attractions: sunny resorts, historic towns, El Teide and much more. - Guanche heritage and Canarian cuisine: giving you a deeper understanding of Tenerife past and present. - From vibrant nightlife to whale watching: how to make the most of your leisure time.

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S P O RT

A look back over the month of May from the foot of the second division Journada 36 : Granada 2 - 1 Tenerife Day 36, and Granada pushed up to fifth in the table after beating Tenerife 2-1. The Andalusians had to come from behind after the visitors took the lead in the seventh minute when Pablo Sicilia headed in a Julio Alvarez free kick. Midway through the second half Ighalo levelled the scores, beating Aragoneses with an angled shot, and with the Canary Islanders down to ten men once more, after Melli was given a second booking, David Prieto turned Nyon's cross past his own keeper to leave David Amaral's team in next to bottom spot, fourteen points adrift of safety.

Journada 37 : Tenerife 1 - 0 Recreativo Day 37, and Recreativo lose 1-0 at Tenerife, who still have a remote chance of survival thanks to a first win since the end of February. Antonio Hidalgo went close for the Canary Islanders before the break, but keeper Sergio Aragoneses had to make a couple of good saves after the restart to keep the scoreline unmoved. With the game heading for a draw though Fabricio gave away a last minute penalty on Germรกn, and Nino stepped up to give the home fans something to cheer about at last.

Journada 38 : Betis 3 - 1 Tenerife Day 38, and although the scoreline sounds comfortable, the home side were well below their best. Betis got of to the best possible start, when a clumsy challenge within the first 5 minutes resulted in a penalty, which Rubén Castro dispatched easily. After 20 minutes they'd doubled their lead, but by now Tenerife were getting into the game, and on 37 minutes Julio Álvarez beat the offside trap to finally slip one past Casto. Any chance of a fightback was quashed just before half-time when Isidoro raced on to a Beñat pass, couldn't decide whether to shoot or cross and confused Aragoneses into helping it into his own net. So, 3-1 at half-time and all over bar the shouting.

Journada 39 : Tenerife 3 - 2 Valladolid Day 39, and after Tenerife took an early lead through a Dubarbier chip, this was soon surrendered as Valladolid's Jofre set up Guerra who finished well. Luna was harshly dismissed after 21 minutes and now with 10 men the home side went behind just before half time when Sisi fired in a free kick. In the second half the mood of the game changed when Nino broke into the box and lashed his shot into the net. As attack after attack was launched at Valladolid, finally German picked a smart pass back to Nino who banged in his 15th goal of the season. A great win, but sadly relegation is all but confirmed.

Journada 40 : Albacete 1 - 2 Tenerife

SPORT Played Points

Betis Rayo Vallecano Granada Barcelona B Elche Celta Valladolid Xerez Alcorcón Cartagena Recreativo Girona Numancia Huesca Las Palmas Córdoba Villarreal B Gimnàstic Salamanca Tenerife Ponferradina Albacete

40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40

79 76 66 65 65 64 63 57 57 56 55 54 53 52 51 49 48 45 45 37 32 29

CD TENERIFE Last 2 Fixtures Day 41 (29-05-2011) Tenerife - Ponferra Day 42 (06-06-2011) Las Palmas - Tenerife

Day 40, and itsl really a story now of too little too late, There really is little point in being the form team in the league with three wins from the last four matches, when the damage was done much earlier in the season. Nino scored first for the visitors only to see Albacete draw level with a 35 yard chip just before half time. In the second half it was Nino again who hit the bar with a great effort and then soon after he found Julio Alvarez who scored a cracker from 20 yards out. As part of the team rebuilding for next season, two youngsters, Moreno & Ayoze were given their debuts.

TENERIFE GUIDE

Places to visit Santa Cruz Los Cristianos Las Americas Las Galletas Vilaflor Icod de los vinos Puerto de la Cruz Los Abrigos El Medano Guimar Candelaria Los Gigantes Masca Playa San Juan La Orotava Mount Teide National Park 50

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TENERIFE GUIDE Los Cristianos

Costa del Silencio

Las Galletas 54

TENERIFE GUIDE Los Cristianos One of the most popular resorts in the entire Canary Islands, and just 16 km west of the airport. With the wonderful golden sand beaches situated around the harbour, the town has managed to retain some of the character of its original fishing village whist developing into one of the largest tourist areas on the Island. There are plenty of things to do, from the pleasure cruises, glass-bottomed boats, and ferries to neighbouring islands, as well as sun-bathing, watersports, then relaxing in the vast array of pubs, clubs and restaurants, all within walking distance. Playa de las Americas Very much a purpose built resort, Las Americas has grown to become Tenerife's biggest and most popular holiday destination. From itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clean man-made sandy beaches to itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hundreds of quality hotels and first class facilities, this is truly a sun worshipper's idea of paradise. Everyone is catered for with a wealth of beach, sea and leisure activities, and there is something for all the family with the Aquapark and new Siam Water Kingdom all within walking distance of as many bars, restaurants and clubs as you are ever likely to need.

Icod de los vinos Site of the 1,000 year old Drago (Dragon) Tree, the oldest and largest in existence, situated next to the plaza of the Iglesia de San Marcos.

Mount Teide National Park At a height of 3,720 metres, the summit of Mount Teide is the highest point of the Canary Islands, and the surrounding area was declared a National Park in 1954. Roads through the park allow visitors to drive across old lava fields and sample the lunarlike landscape within the old crater at around 2,100 metres above sea-level with El Teide dominating the centre. It is possible to access within 200 metres of the summit of this dormant vocano by cable car, and view the surrounding peaks, some of which are evidence of more recent volcanic activity. Vilaflor High above the coast of southern Tenerife, yet just an hours drive away, Vilaflor is a beautiful village famous for its wine, cheese and spring water, as well as being the highest village in Tenerife. On the road to Mount Teide, it offers spectacular views, as well as local scenery, arts and crafts. Las Galletas Located on the south coast between Los Cristianos and the airport, Las Galletas is a typical Canarian village with narrow streets, beach front promenade, picturesque harbour and a cafe style pedestrian centre. There is a small, natural beach by the side of the fishing boats, which supply the daily fish market and excellent local restaurants, both here and in the adjoining neighbourhoods that make up Tenbel and Costa del Silencio.

Las Chafiras

Golf del Sur

Los Abrigos 56

TENERIFE GUIDE Santa Cruz Tenerife's vibrant capital city, set in the north-east corner of the island, offers a cosmopolitan blend of culture, heritage, beaches and classical architecture. Santa Cruz is a wonderful mix of old and new, with its museums, parks, plazas, art, fine dining, and of course shopping, which means it really does have something for everyone to enjoy. Santa Cruz is also the home of a dazzling array of festivals, events, and venues for those wishing to inject a bit of culture into their holiday. As well as being the site for one of the biggest carnivals in the world, its amazing sights number amongst it the magnificent Auditorio de Tenerife, home to the Tenerife Symphony Orchestra. El Medano A small town on the south coast just 5km east of Los Abrigos, Medano is famous for its long, natural, sandy beaches and offshore breezes, making it the ideal spot for wind and watersport enthusiasts. The centre and boardwalk area mingle health and surf shops with seafront cafes, and is a very popular resort with the locals.

Los Abrigos A traditional fishing village situated between Las Chafiras and El Medano. It has a fantastic selection of seafood restaurants around the picturesque harbour where the local fishing boats drop off their catch daily.

Guimar A quiet town set in the valley of Guimar to the east of the island, it has a reputation as the perfect spot for a slice of “rural” tourism. More recently, the mysterious stone pyramids on the outskirts of the town, attracted the interest of the author and world famous explorer Thor Heyerdahl, who has researched similar structures in Mexico and Peru, and his exhibition on the site of the “pyramids” has become a huge tourist attraction. Puerto de la Cruz The oldest resort in the Canary Islands, located on the northern coast, this town was the birthplace of tourism in the Canaries and still has a lot to offer. It is more traditional, in contrast with the more modern resorts of the south, and is certainly greener, with a variety of botanical gardens due to the north’s more temperate climate. Home to a number of buildings of historical and artistic value, it is also the site of one of the islands most famous tourist attractions, the Loro Parque.

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TENERIFE GUIDE Los Gigantes A beautiful resort on the west coast of the island set on a hillside next to the towering cliffs from which it gets its name. From the natural beach made up of black volcanic sand, to the idyllic marina with its yachts, excursion boats, cafes and bars, or on to the small shops and restaurants tucked away in the narrow streets, this fantastic resort has someting for everyone. Playa San Juan A bustling seaside and fishing village on the road to Los Gigantes, Playa San Juan has undergone some development in recent years. It retains a working harbour, two beaches, the second of which is a new sandy beach, and a long promenade with shops and restaurants serving traditional food and of course, fresh fish every day. It is also close to the fantastic premier Abama golf and spa resort.

La Orotava An historic town in the north of the island, notable for its typical Canarian architecture, monuments, and culture. Set in the valley from which it takes its name, its most notable landmark is the Casa de los Balcones which epitomises the island's heritage. Masca A popular and picturesque tourist spot situated in the more mountainous area to the north west of the island, with an impressive gorge that leads down to the sea. Noted for its scenery, and ideal for hiking. Candelaria Just south of the capital SantaCruz, Candelaria is a popular tourist destination of historical and religious significance, as the home of the Basilica and the Black Madonna, and the town's main plaza with its beach and Guanche statues.

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Monthly Horoscope ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) This is a great month to invite the friends round you haven't been able to see over the last few hectic weeks, but be careful of being too free with the truth concerning recent rumours. You feel grounded at last and will be able to see with clarity, what is and what is not possible.

TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Maybe if you would try talking about what is really on your mind then you would feel happier. You have the chance to right a wrong with a loved one that has previously been too delicate an issue for you to be able to tackle. You might find yourself trying to talk friends into doing something crazy just to fulfil your need for fun.

GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Don't allow worries to take over your life, as there is nothing you cannot overcome. An old debt must be cleared up soon, or you will tarnish your reputation with someone who is important to you. It is a time to listen to your dreams and follow your instincts and not the advice of others.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) Try taking a step back and stop reading so deeply into what those around you are saying. This is the month that could see you mending or breaking a relationship, which has come to mean a lot in your life. A time to think before you speak or you may spend years and not just weeks regretting your words and actions.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22) You are going to have to be prepared to do other people's work over the course of this month, when many of lifes distractions could be sidetracked by personal problems. There is so much going on at the moment that thismay be a good time to take stock of the recent dramas in your life.

VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Familly members may prove more than a little demanding but be careful, as its going to be easy for you to come across as uncaring, so think before you speak. You have fallen for an attractive new person that has come into your life. Don't put them on a pedestal, or you will not be able to get to know them, as you would like.

Monthly Horoscope LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) You are made to feel the focus of attention this month regarding a matter you’ve been trying very hard to shy away from. Take your time when trying to complete any work-related matters. There is much that can be achieved with patience, and any mistakes might not be as reversible, as you think.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) It’s time to take stock. Don't get into arguments with family members over money at this time, or things could get out of hand. You would be far better to talk to them when you are not feeling so confrontational. New ways to get on with difficult close ones can be found if you meet them halfway.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You will have all of the attention you want plus more over the coming weeks, as some good news is forecast. All of the events in your life this month are leading to a point when you’ll find it impossible not to tell others what you think about them. Try not to be too hard on a loved one who has let you down.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Work that links to the home proves to be demanding and costly but is certain to be very rewarding, so stick with it. Make sure that what you are doing is what you want and not jut what you think looks good or is amusing to others. It is one thing exaggerating the truth but you must stop before you get yourself into trouble.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Your home is going to need all your attention before things get blown out of proportion and you lose the support of a loved one altogether. A foreign link comes in handy in a business matter that you will be getting involved in shortly. Legal dealings which have niggling at you should slowly but surely start to come to an end.

PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) You should find this month to be a most enjoyable time, as friends, both old and new, should shower you with the attention and fun you’ve been longing for. You don’t seem to be able to let go of a past issue and it’s beginning to affect your health. Deal with it and put it behind you. There is a life out there waiting to be lived.

If itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s your birthday this month . . . June 1st: Marilyn Monroe (1926) Morgan Freeman (1937) Alanis Morisette (1974) Ron Wood (1947) 2nd: Johnny Weissmuller (1904) Charlie Watts (1942) Marvin Hamlisch (1944) Stacy Keach (1941) 3rd: Tony Curtis (1925) Suzi Quatro (1950) 4th: Michelle Phillips (1944) Angelina Jolie (1975)

7th: Jessica Tandy (1909) Prince (1960) James Ivory (1928) Anna Kournikova (1981) Liam Neeson (1952) Tom Jones (1940) Dean Martin (1917) (1965) 8th: Joan Rivers (1933) Kim Clijsters (1983) 9th: Cole Porter (1891) George Stephenson (1781) Les Paul (1915) Michael J. Fox (1961) Johnny Depp (1963) Natalie Portman (1981)

10th: Judy Garland (1922) Elizabeth Hurley (1965) 11th: Jacques Cousteau (1910) Richard Strauss (1864) Gene Wilder (1935) 12th: Anne Frank (1929) George Bush (1925)

5th: Pancho Villa (1878) Pat Garrett (1850) John Maynard Keynes (1883) Kenny G (1956) 6th: Dalai Lama (1935) Bjorn Borg (1956)

Who do you share yours with . . . 13th: Tim Allen (1953) Malcolm McDowell (1943) 14th: Donald Trump (1946) Steffi Graf (1969) Burl Ives (1909) Boy George (1961) 15th: Courteney Cox (1964) Ice Cube (1969) Helen Hunt (1963) James Belushi (1954)

21st: Prince William (1982) Jean-Paul Sartre (1905) Nicole Kidman (1967) Ray Davies (1944)

22nd: Meryl Streep (1949) Billy Wilder (1906) Cyndi Lauper (1953) Kris Kristofferson (1936) 23rd: Bob Fosse (1927) Edward VIII (1894) 24th: Jack Dempsey (1895) Mick Fleetwood (1942) Jeff Beck (1944) 25th: George Orwell (1903) Sidney Lumet (1924) Carly Simon (1945) George Michael (1963) 26th: Peter Lorre (1904) John Cusack (1966) 27th: Helen Keller (1880) Tobey Maguire (1975) 28th: Henry VIII (1491) Kathy Bates (1948) Mel Brooks (1926) John Dillinger (1902) 29th: Nelson Eddy (1901) Rubens (1577) 30th: Lena Horne (1917) Mike Tyson (1966) Susan Hayward (1918) Ralf Schumacher (1976)

16th: Stan Laurel (1890) Tupac Shakur (1971) 17th: Igor Stravinsky (1882) Barry Manilow (1946) Venus Williams (1980) 18th: Paul McCartney (1942) Isabella Rossellini (1952) Jeanette MacDonald (1907) 19th: Paula Abdul (1962) Kathleen Turner (1954) Wallis Simpson (1896) 20th: Errol Flynn (1909) Chet Atkins (1924) Lionel Richie (1949) Brian Wilson (1942)