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Tenerife’s strategic outlook By Miguel Ángel Blanco President Carlos Alonso is the current head of the Cabildo de Tenerife (Island Council), a post he has held since 2013, and Island Connections recently met with him to talk about his plans for the future. In your opinion, what actions should be carried out with regards to the problems raised by so-called ‘holiday lets’? We’re committed to quality tourism because it serves as a stimulus for economic development. It brings us customers who also spend on local businesses, play golf and pay for other services that bring value to a destination. I think it’s a good recipe for holiday lets to also boost this profitable formula, and a way to achieve this could be to set high quality standards and services for this type of holiday offer. Tenerife President Carlos Alonso

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Constant cases of child or animal negligence cause most of us to shake our heads in bewilderment, and while the Canary Islands are generally considered child-friendly, here too there are exceptions which take on hair-raising proportions. At the beginning of the month, a Canarian Police patrol found a car double-parked in Los Majuelos, Santa Cruz, with two children inside. The youngsters aged two and five years had been left in the car while their 24 year old parents enjoyed themselves in a well-known gaming salon. They claimed the children had only been on their own for five minutes, but on investigation police proved that they had been abandoned for at least 40 minutes. Both were charged. This is not an isolated case, which is underscored by a new campaign recently launched on Twitter by the Guardia Civil, just in time for the summer, warning that children and animals should not be left in the car “even for a minute”. The urgent appeal warns that when the temperature outside is 27 degrees Celsius,

the inside of a vehicle can quickly heat up to 50 degrees and this oven-like heat can be life threatening for children and animals. Security authorities have said that anyone who sees an animal or child alone in a car over the summer should report it immediately. The mindlessness of owners/parents and the ignorance of passersby could be fatal for the vehicle’s prisoners.

Party parents With some mums and dads it is not thoughtlessness but simply an irresponsible neglect of their parental duties which is the basis of their actions. An eight year old child was left alone in a hotel in San Miguel by her British father while he went out to get drunk. He was in such a state when he returned that the child packed her bag and went down to reception, which was when the police were alerted. A car can become an oven very quickly

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EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW

President’s vision for the future Continued from front page Cabildo Tourism Councillor Alberto Bernabé recently minimised the possible effects of Brexit on the number of UK visitors to Tenerife. Do you share his opinion? At the moment, one of the main effects that Brexit has had on the market is due to the depreciation of the pound against the euro, affecting the profitability of the British sector, which otherwise would have been greater. Depreciation has meant that the average tourist expenditure in euros of British tourists in 2016 was reduced by 8.1per cent. However, this decrease in spending has been offset by the strong increase in British visitors recorded in 2016 of 16.1 per cent. The overall balance is that the total average income of this market for

the island increased by almost 10 per cent, thanks to growth in the number of tourists. Therefore, the number of Brits holidaying here hasn’t been affected by Brexit, so I agree with the councillor’s statements that UK visitors will continue to travel to the island, but will adjust their budget to the currency conditions. Since 2015, there has been a determined commitment to job creation by the Island Council with the projects 'Neighbourhood Employment: Stronger Together' and 'Launching Employment’, which are also expected to spread to the north of the island by the end of the year. What is your assessment of these strategies for creating employment? Our commitment to employment is unconditional. And so we use tools like these

two programmes which we adapt to the needs of companies in their staff demands by designing training on demand. Added to this is the fact that our priority is people, and in ‘Neighbourhood Employment: Stronger Together’, everything revolves around them and their social and occupational wellbeing. We try to recover people's spirit and confidence. This is part of the process of finding work and it is done by eliminating exclusionary barriers. With 'Launching Employment' we have proposed a new way of inserting people from the community into jobs. This is a different way of seeking employment by improving their skills - a joint project that is working well because we have an insertion level of 60 per cent. Following the appointment of new Canary Islands Govern-

ment advisors at the beginning of the year, there has been progress in island infrastructure projects. Where are we on the agreements for the improvement of the TF-5, the island ring road, and the roundabout at Las Chafiras-Oroteanda? Pablo Rodríguez and his new team have good intentions but the problems have not yet been solved. I continue to push and do what is necessary at the technical and political level to get things moving forward. Our priority is the improvement of the island’s roads that facilitate the mobility of our citizens. With this objective, the Island Council allocated in 2016 and in 2017 around €7 million for 15 projects (some works are already completed and others are underway). Currently, work in the region of €20 million is

NEGLIGENT PARENTS

The forgotten children authorities that her infant son was home alone. He had been on his own for at least 12 hours. A patrol was dispatched to the house in Los Cristianos and from outside they could hear the boy whimpering. They immediately smashed down the door and discovered the infant in his cot face down, dehydrated and with feeble breathing. He was immediately transferred to hospital for examination. The child is currently being cared for by a family member. Working parents need to know their children are properly cared for

Continued from front page Another case involved a 40 year old Spanish mother who, instead of fulfilling her role as a carer, was in party mood in Playa de Las Américas recently.

Home alone The middle-aged mum painted the town red, as she often did, while her 20 month old boy remained at home on his own. She may not have been found out had she not behaved so appallingly: the woman bit the chest of a nightclub doorman because he wouldn’t let her into the dance venue as she

was too drunk. He was forced to defend himself and called the police. The mother was then abusive and aggressive with officers on the scene and physically attacked them too. She spent the night at the police station, and the next day, when presented to the Arona examining court, she informed the

Day care abuse Sadly it’s not only parents who are at fault, but so-called professionals too. A nursery worker in charge of nine toddlers in a public day care centre in Buzanada, Arona, was investigated after videos revealed some disturbing behaviour towards

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her charges. At the end of May it was revealed that a file had been opened on her and that she was suspended from work without pay for the previous four months for incidents observed in January. It would seem she was unable to cope with the children and reacted by pulling them brusquely by the arm to sit on mats. If they became restive, she covered them with a blanket and then sat against the wall with her legs and feet over the blanket to stop the children moving. Parents were informed and the local councillor responsible immediately intervened. However, the judge in Court Number 2, Arona, took a different view. Despite the video evidence, he found that there was no proof of abuse and said it was more a “violation of the terms of employment” although “not appropriate” treatment of the tots. n Disclaimer: Island Connections Newspaper is published and printed fortnightly by ISLAND CONNECTIONS S.L. Adverts, texts, photos or other parts of this publication are property of the publishers. They may not be used or reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any other form or means without the prior written permission of the publishers. This newspaper cannot be held responsible for the contents of articles supplied by our contributors or advertisers claims. The publisher reserves the right to refuse to publish adverts, texts or advertising

By Miguel Ángel Blanco

Curriculum Vitae Carlos Enrique Alonso Rodríguez. Born in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, 1970. Degree in Economics and Business Studies from the University of La Laguna in the speciality of General Economy. Extraordinary student prize from his university and second placed nationally on completion of his studies. Master in European Studies from the College of Europe (Bruges). He has been a Cabildo councillor since 2007 at the head of the Economy and Competitiveness Department. In 2011, he also became a vice-president of the Cabildo and included the Tourism Department in his remit. In September of 2013, he became president of the Cabildo on the resignation of his predecessor. He was re-elected in 2015. up for tender for projects that will begin before the end of the year. Specifically, the second phase of asphalting the TF-5 (La Laguna to Los Realejos) and the TF-21 (access to Teide). At the same time, we are undertaking small works elsewhere. Meanwhile, we are waiting for the Canary Islands Government to draft the TF-5 Bus Vao lane project, a work of great importance that depends on the road agreement currently being negotiated. In relation to the TF-1, resurfacing and improvement works are underway between Torviscas and the airport, and we are improving some of the junctions. We’re going to draft the Los Cristianos junction project so that we can start before the end of the year and the Chafi-

ras-Oroteanda link has to be awarded by the Government.

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For you, as someone from Tenerife who is now the island’s president, what are the key objectives for the rest of the year? Taking into account that we are in a better economic environment than a few years ago, we will continue to promote employment policies. Another of the projects underway that supports training and the future of our young people is Tenerife 2030, with €8 million allocated almost entirely to grants. The goal is to prepare young people through training, innovation and entrepreneurship – to achieve by 2030 a society which guarantees success and opportunities for all. n

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ORGAN DONATION

Leading the world Motivated by the World Day of Organ Donation and Transplantation on May 30, the Partido Popular spokesman for health Antonio Alarcó said: “Transplantation is one of Spain’s true strengths”. Alarcó, who is also the chief of the transplants department at the HUC University Hospital and a medical lecturer at the University of La Laguna, added: “This is only possible thanks to a magnificent public health system, our professional medical staff, and the incredible solidarity of the population”. He stressed that during 2017, Spain has already taken a pioneering role in this field for the 25th year in a row. Alarcó emphasised: “With 2,016 donors and 4,818 transplanted organs, we have broken our own record. With a quota of 43.4 donations per 1,000 inhabitants, we are worldwide pioneers”. Good organisation, well-trained staff, logistics that can mobilise up to 80 professionals around the clock to deal with just one transplant, as well as great public support and their willingness to donate, are responsible for this success. n

Antonio Alarcó and his team are happy about Spanish organ donation levels

ANIMAL CRUELTY

Happy ending for abused dog A policeman in La Gomera has decided to adopt the abused dog he risked his life to save. Early in February, a man reported to the Guardia Civil environmental protection unit (Seprona) that his neighbour was beating his dog, perhaps with a heavy instrument, and that he heard the animal clearly suffering. When officers arrived at the scene, there was no sign of the dog and they searched the immediate area. They soon discovered that it had been pushed down a steep incline. The dog did, however, give clear signs that it was alive by slowly lifting its head when called. Since the area is very steep and dotted with cacti, they decided to get suitable ropes and equipment and fought their way down to the dog. The poor animal had

The dog went home with the officer who saved its life

an open head wound and lost an eye. It’s possible its skull was hacked with a machete. With the dog rescued, and on their way to a veterinary centre, the two Seprona officers ironically found another dog,

this time dead but also with a bad head wound, and recovered its body. The owner of the dog has since been convicted of animal cruelty. It took until June for the rescued dog to recover from its

terrible injuries, and here’s the happy ending to the story: the officer who saved its life has decided to adopt it. From now on, it's the start of a happier life for his new four-legged friend. n

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Holiday rental regulations

By Sabine Virgin Various bodies, including Javier (managing director, be paid and when, we offer spe- stand. We are fighting for the spot linked to their interests. ASCAV, the Spanish association for holiday homes and apartments (Fevitur), and two private individuals, appealed against the law. It was overturned by the Canar-

ASCAV), can you give us a brief explanation of what your association is about? We are a Canarian association of holiday rental owners. Currently, we have 900 memPhoto: SV

For around 10 years the then president of the Canary Islands, Paulino Rivero, representatives of the holiday rental association (ASCAV), and the hotel association for the province of Tenerife (Ashotel) negotiated to find a uniform regulation for the rental of private apartments. Representing ASCAV at the negotiating table were members of the board and managing director, Javier Martín Vera. Consensus was finally reached and then, immediately before the last election, Rivero did a U-turn. Law decree 113/2015, adopted on May 28, 2015, turned out to be one of the most conflicting and restrictive in Spain. It has no relation with the terms that were agreed. It totally prohibits renting individual rooms or beds in private apartments, and renting apartments and houses in tourist areas. This means that around 90 per cent of all vacation rentals in private hands cannot be legalised. Those who ignore the law are liable to fines of €30,001 to €300,000.

The ASCAV team wants clear and fair regulations

ian Supreme Court on April 28 this year. During the Fevitur hearing the court confirmed a restriction which, among other things, was contrary to rules regulating free competition and the Canarian Government has objected to the judgment. ASCAV is still awaiting its own judgment, which should be made in a few weeks.

bers, who between them own some 6,000 to 7,000 properties across the Canary Islands, including Brits and Germans, and we have special contacts for our foreign members to assist in their language. In addition to the efforts to legalise rentals, we inform members how to proceed, what steps they have to take to legalise their activities, what taxes have to

cial conditions through various business partners’ services, and we help with marketing. The association is non-profit. Each member pays €10 a month for our service.

When do you expect to receive the verdict of the lawsuit filed by ASCAV and how will you proceed? We actually expect the ruling to be made any time now. In the case of Fevitur, the Canarian Government filed an objection to the judgment, which means that the whole thing is going to the Spanish Supreme Court. This can take up to four years. Four years in which tax money is obviously wasted and the property owners concerned are prevented from legally renting their apartments. If, as we assume, our verdict is the same as that of Fevitur, we will try to prevent these four years from dragging on. We will discuss the situation with our lawyers and try to get a result from the verdict. Only then can our members legally rent and know where they

diversity of our holiday offer. Holidaymakers who rent private accommodation not only revive the tourist areas but also the rural areas.

Hotel associations in particular repeatedly criticise the private vacations rentals, what is your answer to them? First of all, I must say that the hoteliers’ association in the province of Gran Canaria has a very easy relationship with us. They see us as an addition to the tourist market and not as competition. This is different in Tenerife. Nevertheless, one simply has to look at the facts. We are expected to have more than 15 million tourists in the Canary Islands this year. About 22 per cent, around 3.5 million people, would like to spend their holidays in a vacation apartment. There are many reasons for this. There are often families who do not always want to be bothered by other guests. Sometimes they prefer to stay among the ‘natives’, or in places in natural areas, or find a special

For example, in the immediate vicinity of Arico, we’ve seen an increase in climbers in recent years. There are no hotels and the sports tourists like to rent local holiday homes. Even hikers often prefer rural accommodation where they can start their day trips from, and there are guests who don’t like to stick to a holiday schedule and prefer to keep their days free and spontaneous. We want an expansion of the offer of ‘sun and beach’ for those who visualise their holidays differently. It’s about versatility. The more versatile our offer is, the more holiday needs we can cover. Guests who cannot rent a holiday home in the Canary Islands will not automatically go to a hotel if it doesn’t correspond to the type of holiday they want. It’s more likely they will spend their holiday somewhere else. We do not see ourselves as a competition to the hotel offer, but as a complement. Frequently, tourism professionals are worried about the qual-

ity of private providers and that the illegal black market is currently flourishing and proliferating, what do you think? In principle, I regard Canarians as very hospitable people, who treat their guests amiably. There has always been private rental on the Islands, and quite apart from this, the market is transparent. If you get multiple bad reviews, it’s probable that your property will no longer receive bookings. I find it right and fair that everyone benefits from tourism. Nobody speaks of the fact that, for example, the proportion of all-inclusive holidaymakers in hotels has increased by 189 per cent between 2006 and 2015. According to the statistics institute ISTAC, these tourists account for 33 per cent of the total volume, meaning that these guests are mainly based in the hotel and spend little locally. On the other hand, our visitors buy in local supermarkets, go out to eat, go on business trips, and hire cars. This means that the holiday budget of these holidaymakers, with the exception of the flight, remains 100 per cent on the island. Many local businesses benefit from this. We agree with hoteliers that there must be regulations and

standards. We do not want to promote a thriving black market, instead we want to see landlords who offer their property legally as a vacation rental and declare the income for tax. Currently, this is not possible for 90 per cent of them. In addition, we agree that the data of these guests should be recorded and forwarded to the police, as in the case of hotels; and, of course, all parties must be covered by specific insurance. In the Canary Islands at present, we have the most restrictive regulations in Europe. In Germany and Portugal they have very good experience with private vacation rentals. It's normal there. It’s important that we take a common course on the seven islands. Moreover, I would say that the EU should adopt a framework which can be modified in individual countries but not fundamentally altered. What do you think of the fact that due to the private holiday rental boom of recent times, particularly through dedicated websites such as Airbnb.com, long-term rentals for local citizens and workers have become over-expensive and almost

unaffordable for far too many residents? We are, of course, against illegal holiday lets as they are often practiced at present. We, as already mentioned, want standards and legality in all areas. The subject of high rents has many causes and private

rose by 13 per cent between 2008 and 2017. A total of 2,367,510 people are currently living in the archipelago. The increases in Fuerteventura and Lanzarote were particularly extreme, where the number of residents rose by more than 25 and 23 per cent respec-

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This means that young families, who would have previously taken out a mortgage, have to go to the housing rental market. Banks such as Santander and BBVA are no longer returning properties to the market, but rent them out themselves. About 80 per cent

Private rental tourists spend money in their immediate area and bring extra income to those communities. Consequently, they have more purchasing power and support local businesses. They go to large and small supermarkets, farmer’s markets, local restaurants, and they also go out at night more often than other holidaymakers. This provides jobs indirectly. In Germany, even holiday companies benefit from vacation rentals. About 77 per cent of their billing is in the area of renovation. We could also use this in the Canaries to revive the construction industry. It’s a situation where many different people can benefit.

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Young families are increasingly dependent on the escalating rental market as banks are giving out fewer mortgages than in the past Non-hotel holidaymakers must have alternatives

holiday rental is only one factor. Of course, supply and demand determine the price but what’s the sense in banning tourist activities, such as private holiday rentals, from tourist areas? The result is that investment real estate is often bought outside these zones, in the actual residential areas of Canarians and local workers, and this pushes up rental prices there. In addition, the number of inhabitants in the Canaries

tively. On the other hand, there’s the stagnation of public housing construction. The last ‘Plan de Vivienda Canaria’ ran between 2009 and 2012. In the last four years, 5,411 new apartments were built in the Canaries. This is an average of 1,352 apartments per year, a growth of 0.13 per cent, which is unrelated to the growth of the population. Another factor is that banks are giving out fewer mortgages today than they did in the past.

of the rental property of the Testa Real Estate Fund is in the hands of banks. They now have over 12,000 apartments. A total of 32,740 apartments were built nationwide from January to October 2016. Based on data from the Ministry of the Interior, that’s a decrease of 12.5 per cent on the previous year. Hotels like to throw the argument of creating jobs into the mix, what do you think?

What do you want to see in the future? We hope for dialogue between all those who have something at stake, including politicians, to get out of this opaque legal situation as soon as possible and define clear rules. Rules that do not displace the private landlords, but allow free and fair competition. We do not want competition but a peaceful coexistence, for the sake of all, by meeting the needs of as many guests as possible to attract them to the island. n

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SAINT JOHN’S EVE

Celebrating the solstice Groups of friends and family get together for San Juan celebrations

DIP IN THE SEA

A cleansing ritual Noche de San Juan is celebrated across the Canaries

The celebration of Noche de San Juan (Saint John’s Eve) on June 23 is a landmark tradition in the Canaries, which not only stands for magic and cleansing, but also for the beginning of the summer holidays. It is an event that is awaited with a great anticipation by everyone from couples in love, to students who have finally achieved their qualifications. Romance is an important part of the night, as small banana boats with good wishes are sent on a trip while old problems and worries are written on sheets of paper and thrown into the flames. Whoever jumps over a bonfire with his or her loved one will be happy together forever. At midnight, some dare to take

Candles are sent on a journey on banana boats

a refreshing dip in the sea to wash away illnesses and worries. Cleansing rituals abound on this night and many a love confession is openly made. On the beach, couples or groups

of friends play and dance together. Many boroughs welcome the summer with a colourful fireworks display. Santa Cruz, Playa Jardín in Puerto de La Cruz, Playa de

La Caleta de Interian in Garachico, and the beaches of Candelaria, Arona and Adeje are the best places to enjoy this mid-summer party. In Icod de Los Vinos, there is still a unique tradition which consists of burning wooden crosses which are carried from the mountains down to Playa de San Marcos. The charm of San Juan is not restricted to Tenerife. In Gran Canaria, Playa de Las Canteras in the capital of Las Palmas as well as the beaches in the tourist areas of the south are popular hotspots. The start of the summer is also celebrated in several locations. To find out what is going on in your area on the night, check with your local council. n

Those who survive the cleansing Noche de San Juan celebrations can head to the harbour in Puerto de La Cruz the following day to watch the next spectacle. From the early morning, starting at about 8am, goat herders from the Orotava Valley bring their goats down to bathe at the harbour. Even the former Guanche natives practiced the ritual which is intended to free the animals from vermin, disinfect any open wounds, speed up the healing process, and to symbolically guarantee that the animal has healthy offspring. When the goats have finished their bath, which they usually bleat about but accept, then at around midday many riders can also be seen taking their horses into the water for the ritual. n

Goats bathing in Puerto de La Cruz

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HONOURED HONEY

LA PALMA

Film opportunities

Photo: Cabildo LP

The La Palma Film Commission has managed to pull off a number of coups recently, and hopes that the island is in the process of establishing itself as a perfect backdrop for film, photo and television. Last month saw a shoot for the internationally renowned fashion magazine Look, and they will soon welcome 25 people to the island to promote an international fashion brand, as well as 40 people for a famous sports label. Neither can yet be named for reasons of confidentiality, but the Commission’s coordinator María José Manso announced: “We’re talking about brands which are well-known around the world and whose graphics will have the island of La Palma as a backdrop”. An upcoming programme of Haciendo Amigos por las Islas will shortly be screened by Televisión Canaria and the island will also play host to the Catalan film director José Pozo and his team, whose next project will be filmed in the island later in the year. In addition to the promotion of the island provided by visual media, the influx of people also provides a welcome boost for the local economy. n

A photo shoot for the internationally renowned fashion magazine Look recently took place in La Palma

Michelin star for La Violeta Beekeeper Iván Santana from Gran Canaria has been enthusiastic about bee colonies since he was a boy. His profession, which he continues to pursue with passion, became more than just an interest and his commitment to honey production was recognised in Brussels, Belgium, this month with the award of a Michelin star for the honey's excellent taste. The prize is awarded by the International Institute for Taste and Quality in Brussels, and award-winning products will be listed in the Michelin Guide for Food. Over 130 chefs and sommeliers from more than 15 culinary bodies in Europe formed the jury. Iván's rich yet mild honey is the first product from Gran Canaria to be recognised. The humble beekeeper said: "I am the only one who has applied so far. I advise all colleagues who produce food products, not only honey but also others, to submit them as I did and have them judged", referring to the website: www.

itqi.com/es. He is also certain that the quality achieved in the Canaries in a variety of areas is good enough for other products to win awards.

is considered very productive and timid, qualities that make them very valuable to Canarian beekeepers. Iván has hives on properties in Moya and Telde.

The Colmenar La Violeta has 40 beehives, in which more than 60,000 black bees produce honey. The annual production is around 700

The creamy honey from Barilla blossoms, a winning entry in Brussels Iván Santana with his black bees

Canarian black bee Iván Santana works in his apiary Colmenar La Violeta with the endemic Canarian black bee. The species came to the archipelago around 200 million years ago from Africa. Over time it has evolved and developed genetic features that make it unique. This bee

He produces Tajinaste and Barilla honey as well as multifloral blends. His honey production involves Barilla plants, a collective term for small, inconspicuous soil crops, socalled halophytes, which have adapted perfectly to the saline air in coastal areas. Previously, they were used by locals for soap production, especially on the coast of Telde where the plants bloom in June and July.

to 1,000 kilos of honey, as well as other products derived from it such as Royal Jelly and Propolis. The award-winning Barilla honey also received several awards last year, such as the Golden Honeycomb prize at the regional honey competition in Tenerife and in the multi-floral honey contest at the VIII National Beekeepers Congress in Granada. n

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AMAZING AARON

Hats off to the island’s bravest boy

Carl and Gwen Bannister, proud parents of 11 year old Aaron – a lifelong sufferer of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy – have organised a special fundraising event which features the cooperation and music skills of Gordon King from the pop group Black Lace, as well as a host of volunteers, bar owners and entertainers in the south of the island.

Calling all bars Organisers hope to attract as many bars as possible to get involved in the ‘Hands across Tenerife Day’ on June 25, and hold fundraising events to help

Aaron’s fight against Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). A Facebook page has been set up under ‘Hats Off for Aaron’ with details of the Hands across Tenerife Day and how to donate or contribute to the cause. The Brewer’s Droop in The Patch in Playa de Las Américas will be the principal venue, with other bars coming onboard as we approach the big day. Gordon King took the bull by the horns when he heard that Carl had recently found his brave son sobbing uncontrollably in his room and when he enquired as to why, Aaron asked: “Am I going to die young?” This has led to a reinvigorated fundraising campaign

to help the Bannister family with the costly treatments and resources needed to aid the little lad’s life.

their teens. It eventually moves on to the body’s organs. The dystrophin gene, one of the longest known, has 79 exons

problems, he has also been diagnosed with severe osteoporosis caused by the heavy medications he is taking for

The brave young man, Aaron Tyler Bannister

Aaron also suffers with severe osteoporosis caused by the medications he takes for DMD

79 Hikes Alongside the Hands across Tenerife Day taking place on June 25, and the new Hats Off for Aaron Facebook page, Gwen is also going to climb to the top of Montaña Roja in El Médano everyday for 79 consecutive days to represent the 79 exons of the dystrophin gene. She will conclude the fundraising feat on September 7, which is World Duchenne Awareness Day. Her first ascent will be on June 20. On September 9, the grand total of all the funds raised will be announced at an event at The Terrace Bar in Amarilla Golf.

Gordon King from Black Lace is helping to organise the Hands across Tenerife Day on June 25

Donate now Aaron with his parents and sister Kitty at Montaña Roja

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy DMD is a rare and progressive form of muscular dystrophy that occurs primarily in boys. Individuals experience increasing loss of muscle function and accompanying weakness that normally begins in the lower limbs, spreading with time and usually leaving youngsters needing a wheelchair before

Aaron received a hospital visit from two friendly stormtroopers recently

and a small mutation in just one of these exons is all it takes to cause Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. This fatal illness is the largest genetic killer of young men yet remains largely unheard of. Duchenne affects one in 3,600 boys and one in 50 million girls.

Severe osteoporosis Aaron has battled DMD his whole life. As well as mobility

DMD. This means that his spine is beginning to coil. Since diagnosis, Aaron has been using steroids to provide enough body strength to perform simple tasks; however, long-term effects have taken their toll. Luckily, the brave young man has a loving and supportive group around him, including his older sister Kitty, doting parents, and a good bunch of school friends.

Sadly, funding is scarce in the public sector for everything this young man needs, and as he was born here, doctors say that a return to a colder climate could adversely affect his lifespan. For anyone who wishes to donate to Aaron Tyler Bannister’s struggle with DMD, you can contribute directly to the dedicated bank account: Aaron Tyler Bannister, La Caixa Vilaflor, IBAN: ES32 2100 6759 1301 0003 8857. BIC/Swift: CAIXESBBXXX. n

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animals have brought in tourists with foreign currency providing income and jobs. Kiessling pointed out that Loro Parque is repeatedly criticised by extremist animal protectionists. He underscored the important work of investigation, education and conservation carried out by the park and the Loro Parque Foundation, and the threats to wildlife due to over-population or pollution, such as the orca stranded last year in Scotland where scientists stated that they had never observed a whale with so much poison in its body. “We have to work for the preservation and protection of wild animals”, Kiessling continued.

niscent of some iconic scenes in the Disney film, The Lion King. "We are experiencing a sensitive period. In a democracy everyone can express their opinion, but just as critical voices are heard, we must also respect the employees, visitors and caregivers of Loro Parque”, he concluded. Lope attacked criticism aimed at the zoo, saying they would defend Loro Parque “like lions”. Cristóbal de la Rosa emphasised that humans are responsible for the fact that so many animals have disappeared from the globe and demanded respect for Africa: the cradle of mankind: "Wolfgang always reminds us of the

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Out of Africa The opening of the latest attraction in Loro Parque saw a gathering of the great and the good and a chance for the award-winning zoo president, Wolfgang Kiessling, to air one of his favourite topics: dire warnings about population expansion and its threat to the planet’s animal life. Over 250 people attended the inauguration of Lion’s Kingdom and guests included Canarian Tourism Commissioner Cristóbal de la Rosa, Tenerife’s Bishop Bernardo Álvarez, Tenerife President Carlos Alonso, and the mayor of Puerto de La Cruz, Lope Afonso. The ceremony was organised with all the attention to detail which has always characterised this company and on this occasion included a group of African dancers and haunting drumbeats. The new Loro Parque pride consists of three Angolan lions, a subspecies known for

RECENT AWARD After a rigorous third-party audit into its animal care and welfare, Loro Parque recently became the first zoo in Europe to earn the American Humane Conservation’s prestigious Humane Certified seal of approval. The American organisation has been verifying the welfare of animals living in zoos, aquariums and similar centres around the world for 140 years. You can find out more about their work at: humaneconservation.org.

African dancers set the mood

its abundant golden mane in fully adult examples. The male Simba is 21 months old and came from a zoo in Lisbon, the two females Malika and Sarabi are less than a year old and came from the French Zoo Parc des Félins in Nesles. They are ambassadors of their species, to help to draw attention to the appalling decline of African lions, of which there are only around 400 of their own subspecies in the world. From a wild stock of all lion species a few years ago when there was over 100,000, it is estimated that there are only 20,000 left today. Kiessling underlined: "In the last 17 years, since the turn of the century, the human population on Earth has grown by 1.5 billion people. This amounts to around 150 times the number of residents in London. Only about 15 days ago the number exceeded 7.5 billion

people and by the year 2050 it will probably be 10 billion. About 85 per cent live in cities and the proximity to nature is becoming ever closer - which makes it all the more important that we protect animals and their habitat”. In Africa, the five bordering countries of Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Angola have opened their borders for animals, creating ecological corridors where they can migrate to populate new habitats. Botswana had an overpopulation of elephants which were threatening the forests; opening the borders meant that around 3,000 migrated, including to Angola where the population has doubled from 400 to 800 in recent years, despite illegal hunting by poachers. And it’s not only elephants which use the new cross-border corridors, but also lions,

The new additions are already used to each other

giraffes and other species. Humans have to respect the animal habitat, which is difficult with the rising population; however, the example of these African nations shows how some interaction can be positive, and the national parks’

In conclusion, he thanked his employees for their efforts during the construction of the new, beautifully designed enclosure which echoes African territory. The area boasts a waterfall, a small lake and a promontory that children will love, remi-

growing number of people and the responsibility we carry. We must reduce our traces on the environment”. Carlos Alonso commented that the African dancers and lion enclosure “brought us closer to the heart of Africa.” n

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LA PALMA

Twinkle, twinkle By Barbara Belt

Photo: ORM

La Palma boasts one of the planet’s most prestigious observatories, with a range of both night sky and solar telescopes that are among the most powerful in the world. It also attracts High Energy Astrophysics research.

The 10.4 metre Gran Telescopio Canarias has a segmented primary mirror and is the world’s largest single aperture telescope Sunset and star trails plotted by the Gran Telescopio Canarias

Very tame ravens are a feature of any visit to the area Photo: ORM

The story of how the Observatorio del Roque de Los Muchachos (ORM) came into being is largely based on two factors. The first is the location, which is a stunning site on the northwest of the island at the edge of the Caldera de Taburiente National Park, looking westward across the Atlantic from its viewpoint over 2,400 metres above sea level. The particular climatic conditions around the Roque de Los Muchachos area are the second factor. Observatories obviously need clear, light-free, uncontaminated night skies and for this the prevailing Trade Winds are crucial. The clouds formed as they blow down over the Canaries not only give us our pleasant, non-African climate and vegetation, but also provide a perfect, mirror-effect layer just below the Observatory. This cloud layer reflects back light contamination from the coastal towns below, keeping it away from the ORM and maintaining the night skies at higher altitudes clear. The Observatory is operated by the Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias, (IAC) which formed in 1975. This was an important point in Spain’s recent history, marking the end of the 40 year dictatorship that had limited such ventures.

Land for the future Observatory was ceded by Garafia council and thanks to international agreements signed in 1979, with the arrival of the Isaac Newton Telescope and others, the Observatory was operational in 1984. The Isaac Newton telescope, incidentally, was moved to La Palma from the Royal Greenwich Observatory site at Herstmonceux Castle in Sussex. The move was “troubled”. It would have been cheaper to

build a new telescope onsite rather than move an existing one, but problems were “eventually overcome”. Representatives from Spain, Sweden, Denmark and UK were the first staff at the Observatory, with Germany, Italy, Norway, Netherlands, Finland, Iceland, and USA getting involved as time passed. ORM was officially inaugurated in 1985, with the Spanish royal family and six European heads of state in attendance. Four helicopter pads were built

so they could arrive in comfort at the isolated site. In 1988, the Law for the Protection of the Astronomical Quality of the IAC Observatories (ORM and Teide Observatory in Tenerife) was passed and the IAC Sky Team was set up in 1992 to supervise the implementation of this law to protect the night skies.

The effects are noticeable in La Palma: exterior lighting is regulated with hooded street lights projecting light downward; electromagnetic radiation is limited so as not to interfere with equipment or corrupt results; activities which could damage the atmosphere over observatories are controlled to prevent atmospheric pollution; and aviation routes are monitored to minimise air traffic over the observatories. Even down at lower levels, La Palma’s night skies sparkle with stars on clear nights. Although still (necessarily) isolated, and connected to capital Santa Cruz de La Palma with a small, twisting road climbing steeply uphill through some of the most varied vegetation and breathtaking views imaginable, the ORM itself has expanded considerably over time, with the 4.2 metre William Herschel Telescope opened in 1987, the Nordic Optical Telescope in 1988 along with several smaller specialised telescopes; the Galileo National Telescope opened in 1998; and the Gran Telescopio Canarias opened in 2006, with its full aperture in 2009. The IAC and Cherenkov Telescope Array Observatory signed an agreement in 2016 to host the organisation’s northern hemisphere array at the ORM

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and, also in 2016, the observatory was announced as the second choice location for the proposed Thirty Metre Telescope (TMT), in the event that the Mauna Kea site in Hawaii is not feasible. The seeing statistics at ORM make it the second best location for optical and infrared astronomy in the Northern Hemisphere, after Mauna Kea.

olution solar imaging of any telescope. To date, getting inside the Observatory has been limited to scientists, technicians and support staff, with occasional group and college visits possible by prior arrangement. The ORM Residence, a suite of facilities (including day and night dormitories, kitchen, dining, living and games rooms)

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Politicians, officials, engineers and architect line up outside the Visitors’ Centre site

ORM has extensive astronomical facilities. Apart from the 10.4 metre Gran Telescopio Canarias, which is the world's largest single-aperture optical telescope, the fleet of telescopes today includes the William Herschel Telescope (second largest in Europe) and the adaptive optics corrected Swedish 1-m Solar Telescope, which provides the highest res-

is available only to scientific and technical staff, as public visits inside scientific, lightsensitive environments obviously aren’t possible. Despite this, there are over 100,000 interested visitors a year who come to see the Observatory from a distance. A visitors’ centre to provide information about what all those telescopes are looking at is long

Canarian Government Industry and Commerce head Pedro Ortega, Island Council representatives, local mayors and mayoresses, and the press were visiting the works. The centre, which will open early next year,

was designed by architect José Miguel Fuentes Marante, who showed everyone around the

impressive 1,400 square metre building, soon to feature exhibition and information areas, a projection room and a shop. The 14,000 square metre site will include a restaurant with breathtaking views, gardens, terraces and parking. Anselmo Pestana spoke of his satisfaction at progress made: “The Visitors’ Centre will become a reference point for both islanders and visitors, bringing scientific investigation closer to us all. This will be a place to learn about space and history and to find out about new discoveries being made all the time.” Watch this space for news of the opening. n

Photo: Gobierno de Canarias

ORM has extensive astronomical facilities

overdue, as are refreshment and toilet facilities. The IAC was at the Observatory recently and saw the longawaited visitor’s centre works, now well underway. La Palma President Anselmo Pestana,

The cloud layer protects the Observatory from light pollution

Architect José Miguel Fuentes Marante (left) explains the layout of the Visitors’ Centre to President Anselmo Pestana (centre) and Pedro Ortega (right)

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GOSPEL AND SAX

Musical whims The ‘Caprichos Musicales’ season in La Isla Baja, North Tenerife, which offers entertainment at the weekends, continues throughout June with plenty of free concerts. On June 16 at 8pm, the Canarian Gospel Shine Voices group will be performing at La Iglesia de Nuestra Señora de la Luz in Los Silos. Gospel and the traditional spiritual music of the African slaves have been the passion of this choir since its foundation in 2008. The 35 singers will be accompanied by the GSV band. One day later, on June 17 at 8pm, the group Sax4you invites you to enjoy funk, jazz and Latin music at the multi-purpose hall in El Tanque. The band was founded by Paco Dorta in Garachico. He wanted to create music with saxophones, accompanied by drummers, pianists and bassists, and this has been a great success. The band regularly performs its own versions of pop rock, Latin music, bolero, habaneras, funk and jazz pieces. On June 25 at 8pm, José Eduardo Morales Meneses will lead the El Tanque Banda de Música in the Plaza del Buen Viaje in El Tanque. Students of the clarinet master-class given by Cristo Barrios will show what they have learned on June 30 at 8pm. The concert will take place at the Cine-Teatro Municipal in Buenavista. n

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COMMUNITY RESPONSIBILITY

A worrying detail came to light during a recent discussion with representatives of the Canarian Directorate-General for Industry, several elevator companies and the association of property administrators: almost half the lifts in the island have not passed the required safety tests. It’s a topic that has come into the news since the deaths of two 17 year olds in Madrid in early May. Although in that case, all the mandatory checks had been carried out, proving that no checks can be 100 per cent certain. Still, it’s better to be safe than sorry. Under current regula-

tions, all lifts in buildings of more than 20 apartments or more than four storeys must have monthly professional maintenance and a full check-up every four years, every two years for industrial installations and public buildings, and every six years for the remainder. However, the chairman of the property administrators Carmen Suárez warned: “The current rules have gaps that are often used by administrators due to the costs involved. About half of all designated lifts are not serviced with this regularity. The current standards leave

room for interpretation about responsibility”. During the discussion about tightening the regulations, industry civil servants announced that they are working on a clearer draft law which should be completed by the end of the year. The new measures will give maintenance companies more powers and responsibilities, including the right to freeze the use of apparatus they consider unsafe. Check out the inside of your lift next time you use it. The regulatory safety control organisation uses a kind of traffic light system on the tickets it

displays after each inspection. It’s like the MOT of lifts. If the ticket is green, it is safe, if it’s orange there are issues which need dealing with, if it’s red – use the stairs! Unfortunately, lift maintenance often goes to the bottom of the pile of administrators’ lists of what-to-do, especially when tenants may be pressing for other more visible maintenance or improvements. The failure to properly and safely maintain the lifts is considered a serious offence and is subject to penalties of between €3,000 and €90,000, a fine for which the commu-

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Pride in the name of love The ARN Culture & Business Pride festival finished on June 11, following a series of talks, workshops and a star-studded concert that featured Marc Almond, The Weather Girls, Morcheeba, and Right Said Fred. As part of Pride 2017, a two month celebration of LGBT rights in May and June, there were a number of activities that took place across the Canaries organised by the Algarabía Association, which has been active since 2004 assisting the struggle for equal rights for this collective.

Former Prime Minister of Iceland Jóhanna Sigurðardótti: the first recognised homosexual head of state

The borough of Arona staged the ARN Culture & Business Pride festival from June 5 to

11, which included the highprofile concert, attended by thousands of partygoers, in

Playa de Las Américas and was followed by the Alan Turing Awards ceremony in the evening. Other musical highlights included the Canarian artist Alicia Ramos with her band Brutiful, performing songs peppered with satirical content, and Juana La Cubana and Coreón Du. Admission to the explicitly hetero-friendly festival was free.

Alan Turing Awards The awards ceremony saw gold medals presented to

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the former Prime Minister of Iceland Jóhanna Sigurðardótti – the first recognised LGBT head of state, science director of La Paz Hospital in Madrid Eduardo López Collazo, the founder of Change.org, Francisco Polo, and model Hanne Gaby Odiele, among others.

respect and tolerance from Plaza Weyler to Plaza España. On June 28, this year's Christopher Street Day starts at 11am, when the rainbow flag of the LGBT community will be hoisted at the Santa Cruz City Hall. In Santa Úrsula, a water polo game against homophobia will be staged at the La Quinta sports complex and the Rosario Miranda awards ceremony is held in La Laguna on June 28 at 8pm. In South Tenerife, the CanBeGay festival took place in the El Capitán Museo in San Miguel de Abona on June 10, and a women's football match between UD Granadilla Egatesa and the CD Costa Adeje will be played on June 27 at the Adeje football stadium. n

Pride 2017 The slogan for Pride 2017 is 'Human Rights Make a Difference' and there are activities taking place until the end of June in Tenerife. Pride parties in Santa Cruz will be on June 23 at 11pm in the HG Disco Bar and on June 24 from 11pm in the Galeón Lounge. On June 24, there will be a demonstration of pride,

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This edition I’d like to talk about a remarkable man. His name is Doctor Ludwig Guttmann and he is the person responsible for the very first Paralympics. Now, until I began researching this subject I didn’t know that athletes with disabilities had already competed in the Olympic Games prior to the advent of the Paralympics. According to Wikipedia, the first athlete to do so was a German-American gymnast named George Eyser in 1904, who had one artificial leg. Then there was Hungarian Karoly Takacs. Unfortunately he had his right arm amputated but was a crack shot with his left hand, taking part in various shooting events in the 1948 and 1952 Summer Olympics. In addition, Danish equestrian athlete Lis Hartel, disabled from having suffered polio in 1943, won a silver medal in the dressage event in the 1952 and 1956 Olympics. However, the very first organised day of competition for disabled athletes that coincided with the Olympic Games took place on the day of the opening of the Summer Olympics in 1948 in London. This came about thanks to the aforementioned Jewish-German Dr. Ludwig Guttmann, who had fled Nazi Germany and settled in Britain. He was a highly respected neurologist and was invited to work at the Stoke Mandeville Hospital. The facility at that time was predominantly filled with young men with incurable spinal injuries thanks to the vagaries of the Second World War. Many of the men were depressed and had lost all hope for their futures, and as the war progressed their numbers con-

y Kat

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tinued to increase. Seeing the lethargy and boredom of the previously active men, Dr. Guttmann wondered if some game other than the standard chess or draughts on offer could perhaps motivate them enough to start living their lives again.

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of a more interesting life than one spent sitting or lying around eternally bored. This led to the first organised games in 1948, recognised as the precursor of the Paralympics. Originally solely for veterans in wheelchairs, they were

Sir Ludwig Guttmann honoured on a Russian stamp

Hence, he encouraged all of them to get up out of bed, whether they wanted to or not, and start to use wheelchairs. Old hockey sticks, golf clubs, and even upside-down walking sticks, were handed out and patients were formed into two teams. A tennis ball was rolled down the ward and, after an initial period of unenthusiastically hitting it from one to the other, within days the ‘hockey’ game became happily competitive and noisy. Guttmann and the game gave the men back something very precious – the promise

called the International Wheelchair Games and were organised by Guttmann. His aim was to create an elite sports competition for people with disabilities that would be equivalent to the Olympic Games. When they were held again in 1952, Dutch and Israeli veterans also took part, making it the first international competition of its type. Despite their growing standing, the games retained a small-scale and almost home-grown feel throughout the 1950s. The events were managed by nurs-

ing staff and physiotherapists who Guttmann had persuaded to take part. Participating teams were housed in empty hospital wards and attended to by volunteers from the local area. There was little hint back then that it would turn into an event which would draw massive audiences: initially, most of those watching were hospital workers and the friends and relatives of participants. The first official Paralympic Games, then open to all disabled athletes not just veterans, took place in Rome, Italy, in 1960. An incredible 400 athletes from 23 countries took part and since that date they continued to take place every four years, during the same years as the main Olympics, but not necessarily in the same city or using the same facilities. This all changed in 1988 when the Olympics and Paralympics both took place in Seoul in the same installations, a trend that has continued to this day. From their humble beginnings, the Paralympics are now unrecognisable and are open to athletes with any injury or disability, be it through accident or birth defect. The word ‘Paralympic’ was originally devised by combining ‘paraplegic’ (due to the games’ origins as being for people suffering from spinal injuries) and ‘Olympic’. However, the inclusion of other disability groups meant that was no longer accurate. The modern definition is said to derive from the Greek preposition ‘para’ (meaning beside or alongside) in conjunction with the word ‘Olympic’, indicating how the Paralympics run in parallel with the Olympics.

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Living in Brexit limbo Dear Island Connections and readers, are there any other Brits out there who feel like they are living in limbo right now? My wife and I have been resident in Tenerife for the last 14 years. We have worked hard all our lives towards our later years, saving every penny we could, often going without, to ensure our retirement was one we could truly enjoy, and we have. We both love Tenerife and the Canary Islands and have even taken Spanish lessons and have a workable usage of the language (not easy at our ages!). We have Canarian friends and have done everything we can to integrate into the community, yet we are now very worried about what will happen after Brexit. Despite everything the UK’s Prime Minister Theresa May has said about people not being pawns, we feel that is exactly what we all are. Whilst the Euro politicians strut around making grandiose statements and their UK equivalents concentrate on trying to gain power, ourselves and people like us are just waiting for them to make a decision on our lives. Will we be able to stay? Who knows? And more importantly: who cares? It seems that all the top dogs are interested in is holding on to their positions and privileges (or gaining more of them) and the rest of us can rot. Shame on them we say. Many people are even worse off than we are, we can afford to move back, they cannot. What will they do? And what about those with businesses or children in schools here? It is so worrying. Gone are the peaceful days of relaxation, it’s so sad. I’m scared for the future. (Name and address withheld) Playa San Juan

In 1994 another great step was taken when the first Winter Paralympics took place in Norway. By 1999, the International Paralympics Committee had developed into a large organisation and moved into what is still its current headquarters in Bonn, Germany. Since December 2001, the former British Paralympian Sir Philip Craven has been the head of the whole Paralympic Movement. To date, the most successful Paralympics in history, regarding numbers of participants, records broken and amount of spectators watching from around the world, were the 2008 games in Beijing. Nev-

ertheless, the number of participating athletes and nations continues to grow and the Paralympics have now achieved an equal status with the Olympics. Dr. Ludwig Guttmann quite rightly achieved great acclaim and was knighted for his services. What an amazing story don’t you think? This column was requested by Thomas Stone from Leeds, who reads Island Connections online. If you have any ideas you’d like me to research then drop me an email at: katykennedy@telefonica.net or call me on: (+34) 616 110 930. Until next time, take care of yourselves and especially of each other. n

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Rape sentence reduced The Superior Court of Justice in Santa Cruz recently sentenced a man from Santa Úrsula, who raped his wife in July 2013, to seven years in prison. With this sentence, the highest court in the province reduced the penalty imposed by the Santa Cruz de Tenerife Provincial Court at the end of 2016 by two years. The incident occurred on July 13, 2013, in the couple’s shared apartment. That night, the man is reported to have arrived home in a drunken state. After an argument with his wife, he went into the bedroom and threatened her with a 20 centimetre knife and began to verbally insult her. He then tied her hands with tape and told her that if she wanted to stay alive, she had better stop screaming otherwise he would kill her and then commit suicide. She resisted as best she could during the ordeal which lasted until around 3.30am, at which point she managed to bite him and he eventually left. As a consequence of the attack, the woman suffered horrific internal and external injuries with bruising all over her body and needed medical treatment for three days. Her husband had filmed the rape with his mobile phone. At the end of last year, the Tenerife Provincial Court sentenced the man to nine years behind bars, imposed a restriction order for 10 years during which he must maintain a distance of at least 500 metres, and serve a probation period. The court additionally ordered that he pay damages of €6,000 to the victim. The accused filed an appeal stating that the doctor who had examined his wife could not clearly confirm that everything had happened as she described it. He also argued that his video of the rape should not be accepted as evidence. The Supreme Court judges disregarded his complaint, but took his alcoholic condition into account when determining the sentence, which they reduced to seven years. n

Adeje Borough Council has awarded the IES Adeje secondary school the town’s gold medal following the recent unanimous vote of the Adeje council meeting. Prior to this, the council has only awarded this distinction four times: in 2007 to the borough’s fire fighters and in 2011 to the Adeje School of Folklore, the Adeje Patron Band and the Hermandad del Santísimo. The mayor of Adeje, José Miguel Rodríguez Fraga, said: “Today the people of Adeje, represented by the council, recognise the work, the commitment and the service of one of the most noble of pursuits: the training and education of people”. The award was made during a solemn ceremony in the Adeje Convento in the presence of the council, members of the school executive and staff, and the regional government director general for education infrastructure, Ana Dorta.

Gold medal for secondary school

IES Adeje recently won the borough’s prestigious gold medal

The mayor said that the commitment to a strong public education offer was the guarantee of “social cohesion and equal opportunities”. The director of IES Adeje Félix Pérez Hernández accepted the medal on the school’s behalf, and thanked the council for the distinction. “We recognise that this award underlines the importance of second level education. IES Adeje represents all of the education communi-

ties in the borough and in some way we wish to share this award with them. Adeje supports education and is marking the way forward as a society that is better educated and informed.” He said it was a huge source of pride that the local government values education in this way. IES Adeje opened its door in 1992, initially operating as Adeje’s professional training institute and subsequently becoming the borough’s first

advanced training centre in the south with courses designed specifically for the tourism industry. Over the years the school evolved into a full-time recognised secondary school offering state-recognised exams such as the Bachillerato (A-level equivalent) and professional training courses, and was given the official IES (Institute of Secondary Education) Adeje title. In fact, in 1999 it was the first public education centre in Adeje offering students the opportunity to sit the Bachillerato. Since it opened its doors, IES Adeje has made huge contributions to the borough’s economic development training thousands of professionals in various qualifications now working in the tourist industry. The centre has also seen over 1,300 students attending universities having qualified from there, facilitating, as it does, students from other nearby centres too. n

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What‘s new at El Corazon?

By Theresa Willson It is always a pleasure to visit Restaurant El Corazon inside the Chayofa Country Club. Jason and Sarah Lawrence took over the restaurant, and the Sioga Pool Bar, in May last year and haven't looked back. On our last visit, we sat inside the spacious restaurant with its beamed ceilings and elegant pillars and arches, but this time we decided to eat out on the beautiful terrace which has been renovated following wind damage. We came to sample the curry and quiz night. The quiz in the pool bar is presented by David Hulme and really is lots of fun, everyone clearly loves it. You can test your knowledge during five or six sections on topics such as geography, history and music. For starters, my companion and I decided to order the Brandy Liver Pâté with Melba Toast and Padrón Peppers. The

The broccoli tempura was served with fresh vegetables

The Madras curry is served with all the trimmings The perfect starter if you want to keep it light!

El Corazon Restaurante Chayofa Country Club Calle El Morro, Chayofa, Arona Tel: 922 729 093 or 681 690 012 Facebook: El Corazon Restaurante Open: Every day from 8.30am to 10.30am for breakfasts; Monday to Saturday, 6pm to 10pm; Sundays, 1pm to 3.30pm and 6pm to 9pm

This chocolate swan dessert is a work of art and delicious too Delicious homemade brandy liver pâté with melba toast

pâté is homemade by the chef and simply delicious. The small towers of pâté are served with rocket leaves and orange segments, a combination of flavours which works very well. The lightly salted Padrón Peppers were served with white bread, just what we needed

to prepare our taste buds for the main course. Jason and the chef, Mark, have added some dishes to the already comprehensive menu, and as well as wanting to try the curry for main course, we also fancied one of the new additions: including Roast Duck, Pasta Carbonara and Broccoli Tempura. We opted for the broccoli.

The perfectly cooked tempura was served on a poppadom with a peanut dip, rice and a separate dish of fresh, crispy vegetables on a bed of mashed potato. This was another wonderful flavour combination. Next, we tucked in to our Beef Madras made with sirloin steak. The curry was served with poppadoms, rice, naan bread, tomato and onion salad, mango chutney and a wonderful homemade cucumber and mint raita. The curry was excellent, piquant with a pleasing, warm afterglow. Mild and medium curries are also available. The wine menu is extensive: there are 16 white wines, 11 rosé and an alcohol free option, plus 14 reds to choose from. There is a complete description of every wine in the menu and which dishes they best accompany. This really is a great help if you don't know what to order. The wines come from Spain, the Canaries, Australia, Italy, Germany, France, Portugal and Chile. There are also Champagnes, including Moët & Chandon and Bollinger Brut, cavas, and delightful proseccos to choose from. We didn't have much space left for a dessert so we shared a Chocolate Swan. This is based on a profiterole filled with Chantilly cream and chocolate: a delicious yet light dessert. Presentation and attention to detail are always outstanding at El Corazon, and we were not disappointed. We rounded off our meal with a barraquito coffee.

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Family evenings at the Terrace Bar An online survey conducted by Keddy’s Entertainment revealed that there is definitely a need for family themed evenings in the south of Tenerife. The standard of entertainment here is great, but what about the little ones? Keddy’s Entertainment is proud to work with The Terrace Bar in Amarilla Golf, and what better place to enjoy fun filled family evenings? The Terrace Bar hosts many successful events throughout the year and is popular with all ages. Keddy’s Entertainment will be hosting a family themed evening there with a professional disco for the younger ones. This will include party dances like you’ve never seen before, games, challenges, prizes, loads of fun, plus a family quiz and much more. The first family night will start at 6.30pm on Saturday July 1. We look forward to seeing you all at the Terrace Bar in Amarilla Golf for a fun packed evening! n

The Terrace Bar in Amarilla Golf

Jason and Sarah have some new plans for the summer including two barbecue nights, one on the terrace with flamenco dancers, followed by a music quiz in the pool bar, and another in the restaurant followed by a star cabaret; a steak night in the restaurant followed by board games in the bar; a midweek roast and a movie night for all ages; and a chip shop night on Fridays followed by karaoke in the bar. These all complement the existing curry and quiz night on Thursdays and the Sunday carvery, for which live jazz on the terrace is also planned in the afternoon. Don't forget the great value Early Bird three course menu

and afternoon teas which are now available. You can enjoy something savoury, something sweet and exquisite, or a tasty homemade scone, and choose a pot of English tea or something from a range of 16 speciality infusions, as well as Italian percolated coffee. As always, we were very grateful to Jason and Sarah for their hospitality and the wonderful food. We recommend that you visit El Corazon soon. Customers can now use one of the car parks at the club, and if you would like to see the full and Early Bird menus before your visit, they are available on El Corazon’s Facebook page. n

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All roads lead to Rome To enjoy the true taste of Italy here in Tenerife, all you have to do is follow the road to Roma. If you like travelling and the experience of trying different sensations, your next destination is closer than you think. Located in the Safari Commercial Centre in Playa de Las Américas in the south of Tenerife, you'll find Roma, a restaurant which is a member of the Gourmetland Group. For the last two years it has offered the essence of Italy with the flavour and freshness of its dishes in a welcoming environment. Roma emerged following a fusion with the Reverón Group, and on the celebration of its second anniversary, restaurant manager Jesús González explained: “The main difference with Roma is the service and expertise. The chefs are Italian, and we have sought good staff members for the food that we are serving, and this is the best kitchen that I have ever managed". The pasta is handmade at the restaurant, and the dish most appreciated by Roma's clients is the Tagliatelle ai Frutti di Mare. González recognises that this is one of the most sold dishes: “We make it with a base of tomato and garlic which is flambéed with wild

Roma Restaurant & Pizzeria CC Safari, Avenida Urbanización Américas 5, Playa de Las Américas, Tenerife Opening hours: Daily, 11.30am to 11.30pm Tel: +34 922 796 115

The pizza oven is located in the dining area Roma is on the first floor of the Safari Commercial Centre All pizzas are cooked in a wood fired oven

A warm welcome awaits you at Roma

prawns, mussels, clams and baby cuttlefish. Both the locals and tourists speak of the excellence of the dish. It is undoubtedly one of our favourites". The restaurant’s clients enjoy watching the pizza makers at work with the wood fired oven which uses heather and

eucalyptus wood. They watch how the pizzas are made, from producing the dough to its time in the oven and the finished result on your plate. González explained that the oven is located in the dining area where diners can easily see it, so it really is like a live

cooking show. Fresh ingredients are fundamental to this restaurant, with González explaining: "We fuse flavours, like with our sauces, and the vision of our executive chef, Claudio González, is integral to ensuring that our clients enjoy the best experience". As well as pizza, Roma combines its menu with Mediterranean cuisine, offering cold and hot starters such as Ibe-

rian ham, prawns or a pasta starter. There are also salads and focaccias which contain typical Italian ingredients, always with the air and tradition of the place of origin. The menu also has meat and fish dishes with outstanding chef's suggestions and gourmet

burgers which accompany the pasta and pizza specialities. To taste the essence of Italy all you have to do is come to Roma. As well as a great location, all roads lead to Rome, as the saying goes, and the team at Roma will do the rest, ensuring that you repeat your visit. n

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A very personal service our waitress broke the salt crust to reveal a large whole Cherne, steam rising from the cooking juices. She proceeded to fillet it and provided us with more fish than we could eat, and not a bone in sight on our plates. Absolute perfection, unlike our previous experience in Puerto de La Cruz at one of its more renowned restaurants, where the delivery process was awful, ridiculously over the top, and left us with mouthfuls of bones from a beggarly little fish. Chalk and cheese, as someone once said. We really enjoyed the feeling of such personal service in our own individual little dining room. The entire evening was an absolute delight, topped off by gratis shots of Moscatel with a small dish of sultanas. And with very reasonable prices, coupled with excellent service, what was there not to like? We will be going there again. So should you! n

By John Between El Sauzal and La Ermita, along the old coastal road, lies Restaurant Los Angeles, seemingly having been there forever. This time, we could not pass on by. Easy parking, an outside terrace for warm days, and an attractive building, all combine to pull in the casual tourist as well as those locals knowledgeable about what is on offer here. The interior of the restaurant is split between a large open plan dining area, and another is sectioned into tiny dining rooms, all table size, and bounded by old walling. Open doorways and window embrasures keep the feeling light, and it is really all most unusual; unique, one might even venture. Sadly, it was a quiet night, but the service was excellent. Light-as-a-feather garlic bread started proceedings, and then a proper starter of fish and shellfish soup with a platter of warm garlic and parsley mussels were delivered.

Restaurante Los Angeles either Cherne or Lubina, and chose the Cherne. A warm chafing dish was brought to the table to keep hot the fish and a bowl of wrinkly Canarian potatoes. And then with much skill, at a side table,

A main course of sole on the bone with hand cut chips and a salad garnish was pronounced superb by friend Peter; and the

price was more than reasonable. My wife and I could not ignore the much trumpeted signature dish of the place: a large whole

fresh fish baked in a salt crust for two people, to be accompanied by bowls of red and green mojo sauce. We were offered

Calle Las BreĂąas, 32 El Sauzal, Tenerife Tel: 922 575 212 Open: Daily, excluding Mondays Loo Score: 8/10

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The dynamic duo By Chrissie and Ray Whether you live here or are simply enjoying a holiday on this beautiful island, a very warm welcome to you and we hope you find our article of interest. Life for us started back in 1995, and since then we have performed all over the world, finally ending up in Tenerife in 2014 as the resident duo in Hotel Los Gigantes and now happily associated with Keddy’s Entertainment, working with Adam Keddy as part of his team. A little bit of background on us before we went on to form Obsession Duo: Ray was a member of Mungo Jerry for many years, enjoying worldwide success while also working with David Essex in the film That’ll Be the Day and playing bass on the smash hit single Rock On. In the 1980s, Ray had a top 40 hit with the band UK Players with the song Loves Gonna Get You and was privileged to support the legendary Marvin Gaye on tour. In total contrast to this, Ray was also involved in

plays alto, soprano and tenor saxophone as well as percussion. She has played in many original groups over the years, ending up with a seven piece reggae band supporting many well known acts from reggae icons Black Roots to 60s legend Billy J. Kramer. Working overseas in Dubai with Obsession Duo also enabled her to do voice over work for the famous Dubai shopping festival.

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the music for the 80s children’s TV show Wizbit with the late Paul Daniels and a great big fluffy white rabbit. The show attracted over five million viewers at that time. As for small TV parts in Dr. Who and Howard’s Way, well we will leave it there!

Chrissie began her musical career on the oboe when she was in the youth wind bands and later, punk music took her direction towards the saxophone. Influenced by artists such as Toyah Wilcox, bright pink hair soon became part of Chrissie’s image as well. She

The entertainment scene on the island is very varied to say the least, but it really does have something for everyone. Hotels here offer shows for lots of nationalities, so you can see anything from a Michael Jackson tribute to cabaret shows to magicians! We have been at a hotel in the past working alongside eagles, snakes and parrots! There are so many bars offering live entertainment. Usually they are more likely to be a solo singer but will still keep you well entertained. You have venues like Hard Rock Cafe, Harley’s, Magic

Lounge and The Waterfall, to name but a few. There are lots of nice restaurants which will offer live music, maybe a little bit more laid back to enable you to talk to your other dinner guests, but a nice compliment to your meal all the same. The life of an entertainer here in Tenerife is usually a busy one, as many acts often perform several shows in a different venue each evening, so you could see the same act twice on the same night if you are bar hopping!

We will be trying to highlight the different entertainment and special events over the coming months, as well as events that may be of interest to you that are taking place on the island. So if you are on holiday for a few weeks or live here all the time, we will try to keep you informed. From Chrissie, Ray and Keddy’s Entertainment, all the very best and follow our articles in Island Connections for new and interesting updates. For further information visit: www. keddysentertainment.com. n

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The Canaries have what is considered one of the best climates anywhere on the planet, making the Islands the perfect destination for all year round tourism.

ous luxury hotels and some very nice, small white sand beaches. In the foothills above these towns you will find three great places to visit. Siam Park (The Water Kingdom), recently declared the best in the world, has something for everyone, from beach lovers to adrenaline freaks. See: www.siampark.net Aqualand, on Avenida de Austria, a water park with a dolphin show. See: www.aqualand.es. The Jungle Park, at Las Águilas del Teide, is great fun for kids of all ages. See: www.aguilasjunglepark.com

Tenerife Teide National Park The highest peak in Spain, at 3,718m, is one of Tenerife’s greatest attractions. It is possible to hike to the top, and also to catch the cable car. See: www.telefericoteide.com. To access the summit of the volcano, Pico del Teide, you need to obtain a free permit in advance, issued by the Administration Office of the National Park, which you can download at www.reservasparquesnacionales.es.

Los Gigantes

Puerto Colón beach

summer solstices. See: www. piramidesdeguimar.es

Santa Cruz

Playa de Las Américas

Santa Cruz, the vibrant, bustling capital city of Tenerife, is located on the northeast coast. It has a variety of interesting museums and art galleries, a well maintained historical centre, and an important commercial port. See: www.santacruzmas.com.

Currently Tenerife’s main tourist destination, this area has spectacular views of La Gomera. There’s a big night-life scene which attracts younger tourists, but it’s also somewhere you can relax, eat, and go sailing, whale and dolphin watching or golfing.

La Laguna La Laguna, a university city, has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999. It has a lively night life and a thriving cultural scene.

Puerto de la Cruz The town of Puerto de la Cruz was a popular tourist destination long before the south was. Its attractive and busy town centre has maintained its picturesque fishing-village charm, and nearby is the prestigious, award-winning Loro Parque Zoo. See: www.loroparque.com.

El Teide National Park

La Orotava One of the prettiest towns on the island, La Orotava also gives its name to the whole valley, which has a very prosperous history. The town centre has beautiful old mansions reflecting the wealth of the past.

Anaga Rural Park The Anaga Rural Park occupies much of the mountainous mas-

Los Cristianos sif in the northeastern corner of Tenerife. This is a steeplysloping area with exceptional natural and cultural treasures, and amazing landscapes.

Güímar This northeastern town is best known for the ethnographic park which was developed by Thor Heyerdahl. The pyramids are a complex construction, astronomically orientated according to the winter and

Once a little fishing village, Los Cristianos began as a tourist destination for ailing Swedes who came to enjoy some rest and recuperation. From the port you can take a ferry to La Gomera, La Palma or El Hierro. The two main beaches offer safe swimming with disabled access.

Costa Adeje Costa Adeje is an upmarket area of South West Tenerife

which is popular with European, Russian and national tourists. There are vari-

The town of Los Gigantes, which lives mainly from tourism but on a much more modest scale than Playa de Las Americas or Los Cristianos, is overlooked by the towering cliffs. There is good diving and a small harbour.

Las Gaviotas beach

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Other islands La Gomera Only a 45 minute ferry ride from the port of Los Cristianos, La Gomera is a small, peaceful island with amazing hiking and a prehistoric rainforest which is a UNESCO world heritage site and the only one of its kind left in the world. The ferry will take you to the capital, San Sebastián, famous for being Christopher Columbus’ last stop before crossing the Atlantic on his voyage of discovery. Valle Gran Rey, in the southwest of the island, and Playa

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is Fuencaliente: the place to go in La Palma to see a real volcanic landscape. The western side of this borough has nice beaches and withstood the many volcanic eruptions the island has suffered, the most recent being the Teneguía volcano in1971. La Palma has a lovely variant of Carnival called Los Indianos, where everyone dresses in white and people take to the streets during the day to cover everything, including each other, in talcum powder.

like parts of North Africa than it does the other islands. The interior is mainly empty, with a few sun bleached villages and a surprising amount of goats, but the coast has some lovely towns and villages and kilometres of white sand beaches ideal for sunbathing and surfing. The capital is Puerto del Rosario, a relatively modern port town, rather sleepy and quiet despite the fact that nearly half of the island’s population live there. The two main tourist towns are at opposite ends of the island; Corralejo in the north and Morro Jable in the south.

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Gran Canaria Garajonay National Park, La Gomera

green and rugged, with breathtaking sights and one of the best places in the world for star gazing, hence the location of the world’s most important astrophysical observatories on its Roque de los Muchachos.

The capital, Las Palmas, is a much bigger city than Santa Cruz de Tenerife and has a nice historical quarter, a good night-life and Las Canteras - a long, yellow sand beach with areas for supervised swimming - and another beach for surfers of all levels. The main tourist areas are Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas, with its beauti-

Lanzarote Lanzarote is known as the ‘Isla de los Volcanes’, with over 300 volcanic cones. Like Fuerteventura, it’s flatter than the other islands and there’s very little rain, even by Canarian standards. The whole island was

Los Indianos, La Palma

Santiago, in the south, are the main tourist towns. Valle Gran Rey is a beautiful valley with good beaches and great restaurants. The harbour still has a small fishing fleet. Garajonay National Park houses an ancient laurisilva (laurel) forest at its heart, with over 400 species of flora and fauna. The forest was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1987.

El Hierro The smallest and westernmost of all the islands, El Hierro only has three municipalities; Valverde, Frontera and El Pinar. For exploring, it’s best to hire a car, and you can easily drive all over the island in a day. Valverde is a small town in the north, the only capital in the

Canaries not located on the coast. Frontera (El Golfo) is a milder, bigger town to the west, with more going on and better weather, and right down in the south is La Restinga, famous for its diving.

La Palma Also known as ‘La Isla Bonita’ (the pretty island), La Palma is

Elder museum, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

The capital, Santa Cruz, lies to the east of the island. It’s a pretty city of seafaring tradition, although Los Llanos de Aridane in the west is in fact the biggest city on La Palma. The towns in the north of La Palma are also very beautiful and in the south of the island

ful sand-dunes and all-night bars and clubs. The island also has some spectacular archaeological sites.

Fuerteventura Flat, arid and sparsely populated, this island looks more

declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, and those who take the time to explore the island will find it’s strangely beautiful. The capital is Arrecife, to the east, and the three main tourist resorts are Puerto del Carmen, Playa Blanca and Costa Teguise.

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Sand carpets and floral art

Once again, La Orotava's unique sand carpets are taking shape as part of the town's annual Corpus Christi celebrations.

Created using different coloured sands from the Las Cañadas area, an elaborate design is painstakingly put together

in the town hall square. Every year the sand artists change the theme, with this year seeing Jesus being staged

in his role as missionary and helper of the needy. Episodes from his life are depicted in the context of

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As you will have seen on page six, June 23 is Noche de San Juan, when fires will burn across the Islands in celebration of the summer solstice. On the same evening, the ‘Resonar del Bucio’ will take place in San Juan de la Rambla. Held every year since 2009 in an effort to maintain traditions, the gathering is a joyous get-together with a night walk and torchlit parade. First of all, crowds gather at the Risco de El Mazapé area at 9.45pm. In time honoured fashion, conches will be blown as the mass of people travel along the bluff towards the TF-2214, where they will join with hundreds of pilgrims carrying purifying herbs. The journeyers then make their way along Calle Antonio Oramas and Calle El Pino, to Calle El Calvario where they will meet a further group carrying

See exclusive photos from the Ordóñez Falcón Collection until June 25 in Santa Cruz. The COFF, as the full collection is known, is considered one of the most important private groups of photographs in Europe. First formed in the late 1970s, the full collection consists of more than 2,000 pieces, covering the period from the 1920s to the 21st century. A selection of some of the most popular

ness Book of Records, it is well worth a visit. Evening festivities start at 6.30pm. There are also many more delights for the rest of June in La Orotava, including the Elite Festival on June 17 in the Doña Chana Cultural Park; a free concert by the famous folklore group Los Sabandeños on June 19 in the Plaza de Franchi Alfaro; and the presentation of new wines from the area on June 21 between 7pm and 12 pm in Plaza V Centenario. For a full programme of events, see: www.laorotava.es. n

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Fires and shells Photographic memory

those who most need support at the present time: refugees, children and the homeless. The central image shows Jesus with Abraham and in the lower left corner can be seen Pope Francis. The day of the unveiling, June 22, begins with a gathering of the artists and faithful, whilst local residents decorate the narrow alleys of the old town with carpets of flowers and other natural materials before the crowds arrive to admire the masterpiece. A unique tradition, which has already seen La Orotava featured in the Guin-

an image of the local patron saint, St. John. The parade continues on to the San Rafael hermitage before returning to the Plaza de La Parroquia de San Juan where the arrival of the saint and followers is heralded by a great sounding of the shells. The procession is an incredible sight and the music of the conches is a unique experience. Everyone is invited by the organisers to join the celebrations. n

and intriguing images is currently on show at the Tenerife Espacio de Las Artes (TEA), offering a unique opportunity to view a compilation that provides a very visual chronicle of our times. See ‘La experiencia continua’ at the TEA, Tuesdays to Sundays from 10am to 8pm. Entrance is free. See: www.teatenerife.es for a full list of the exciting exhibitions on show. n

For a chance to enjoy traditional Arabic music and dance make sure you are in Santa Cruz on June 23. On that date, the Espacio Cultural CajaCanarias will be hosting Syrian band Broukar, formed in 2007 in Damascus, one of the centres of cultural and artistic innovation in the Arabic world. Composed of four musicians and one dervish dancer, the band’s aim is to keep the

time-honoured music of the Eastern world alive and to introduce new audiences to its intricacies. The five members are all currently living under refugee status in Europe and shall be offering a concert with both secular and spiritual overtones. Something a little different, the concert will start at 8pm. Tickets cost just €12 and can be purchased via: www. entrees.es. n

La Guinguette Carretera General Piedra Hincada 42, Guía de Isora Opening hours: Tue – Sun 12:30–16:00 Wed – Sat 19:00–22.30

& 922 857 327

Marina Bay Avenida Juan Carlos I Los Cristianos (Arona) Opening hours: daily 10:00–22:00 market days 9:00–22:00

& 922 791 371 A new sensation has hit Los Cristianos, and that is the Marina Bay Restaurant and Sunset Bar. Occupying an elevated position next to the Arona Gran Hotel, just behind the market site overlooking the sea, Marina Bay is the place to switch off and enjoy food and drinks. A daytime snacks menu and a full international menu provide for all tastes and ages. Watch amazing sunsets, enjoy live music in the evenings and maybe even dance too! The priority at Marina Bay is good customer service and quality food at reasonable prices.

Mamma Mia Av de Las Américas 7 C.C. Américas Plaza Playa de Las Américas Opening hours: daily 11:30–23:30

& 922 797 082 Freshness and tradition: Mamma Mía is where you’ll find excellent Italian cuisine in the south of Tenerife. Enjoy all its aromas and textures, and with a new menu at the beginning of July, you will also be able to try some typical dishes from the north and south of Italy. Only the best quality authentic ingredients are used, all of Italian origin. Mamma Mía has won the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for years, confirming the quality of the cuisine, and demonstrating that the essence of fine Italian food is synonymous with Mamma Mía.

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La Guinguette is a French restaurant where you can enjoy music, dancing, good food and wine. We have created a place where we combine art, food and drink at La Guinguette in South Tenerife. The food is based on traditional French cuisine, combined with country-specific and local products. Musicians of all genres provide inspirational shows, theme nights, and also perform during our Sunday BBQ. Our terrace with shady trees and a breathtaking view invites you to relax. Our team awaits you to offer you an unforgettable time.

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Las Palmas, every day 10am to 6pm, €3; over 65s, students, groups of seven or more, €1.50; under 18s, unemployed etc., free; entrance on first weekend of each month also free. www. casamuseoperezgaldos.com

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8.30pm: Líricos, chamber and world music, CICCA, Las Palmas, €8. www.generaltickets. com

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June 16 9pm: Pedro Guerra, Canarian indie star, Auditorio Alfredo Kraus, Las Palmas, from €20. www.entradas.com 9pm: Michael Nyman, British composer and pianist, Auditorio Alfredo Kraus, Las Palmas, from €45. www.entradas.com 10.30pm: Fuel Fandango in concert, Plaza de Santa Ana, Las Palmas, €12. www.entrees.es June 20 8.30pm: Tania Lorenzo, soprano, and Nauzet Mederos on piano, Auditorio Alfredo Kraus, Las Palmas, €6. www.entradas.com June 23 Evening onwards: ‘Noche de San Juan’, traditional mid-summer celebration, fires will be lit across the islands, fiestas will take place in most villages and towns, join in the fun in coastal areas when everyone enters the sea at 12am to cleanse their spirit. 8.30pm: El Aula del Rock, rock show, Teatro Guiniguada, Las Palmas, €10. www.entrees.es June 24 9pm: Los Chicos, flamenco with a twist, Parque San Juan Telde, €15. www.entrees.es June 30 8.30pm: Gran Canaria Philharmonic Orchestra, North American popular music, Auditorio Alfredo Kraus, Las Palmas, from €13. www. entradas.com 8.30pm: Forever Knopfler, tribute by Overbooking, Teatro Guiniguada, Las Palmas, €12. www. entrees.es 9pm: Loquillo in concert, legendary Spanish rock and roll band, Gran Canaria Arena, Las Palmas, from €27. www.tomaticket.es

Tony Tun Tun from Puerto Rico, Cuban Aymee Nuviola and Tenerife’s Orquesta La Sabrosa, Plaza del Cristo, La Laguna, from €20. www. tomaticket.es. June 18

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June 15 8pm: Santa Juana, film showing of a performance by the London National Theatre Live, in original language with Spanish subtitles, Yelmo Cines Meridiano, Santa Cruz. www.yelmocines.es June 16 5pm: Free origami workshop for children over eight years old, Ludoteca Municipal, Arafo. www.arafo.es

11am to 8pm: First El Sauzal Photography Marathon, register beforehand at: www.elsauzal.es or on the day of the contest at the Sala de Exposiciones, 9am to 10am, El Sauzal 12pm: Spring concert, Tenerife Island Federation Music Band, Auditorio de Tenerife, Santa Cruz. www.auditoriodetenerife.com 12pm: Benito Cabrera, David Sánchez and pupils from the Escuela de Música Popular in concert, Casona de Secundino Delgado, Arafo, free entry. www.arafo.es

June 22

Until end of June Win prizes for shopping at the Tegueste Agricultural and Crafts Market held every weekend between 8am and 2pm. Be entered into a weekly draw for free tickets to see Iberostar Tenerife (CB Canarias) play basketball matches at the Pabellón Santiago Martín in La Laguna. www.tegueste.es. Until further notice Open air cinema at the Magma Centre, Adeje, from €4 for residents, many films in the original language. See: www.openaircinematenerife.es for programme and non-resident prices.

5pm & 7.30pm: Circus theatre show, Alehop Imagina Circo, Teatro Guimerá, Santa Cruz, €8 to €15. www.teatroguimera.es

Every Saturday morning

All day: Presentation of the Corpus Christi ‘carpets’ in La Orotava, elaborately designed sand and petal creations, the main one being in front of the town hall. www.laorotava.es 9pm: Tangatos, Argentinean and Uruguayan music, Teatro Guimerá, Santa Cruz, €5. www. teatroguimera.es 9pm: Vanesa Martin, top Spanish pop star, Munay tour, Pabellón Santiago Martín, La Laguna, from €25. www.tomaticket.es, www. pabellonsantiagomartin.net June 23

Until July 9

8pm: Broukar, Syrian band, traditional Arabian music, Espacio Cultural CajaCanarias, Santa Cruz, €12. www.entrees.es

Pedro Schlueter catalogues a theatre’s music history in images, Casa-Museo Pérez Galdós,

Evening onwards: ‘Noche de San Juan’, traditional celebration, fires will be lit across the islands, fiestas will take place in most villages and towns and join in the fun in coastal areas when everyone enters the sea at 12am to cleanse their spirit. Of special interest is the ‘Resonar del Bucio’ in San Juan de la Rambla, starting from Risco de El Mazapé at 9.45pm a torch-lit parade with conch blowers will travel along the TF-2214, joining hundreds of pilgrims on a night journey ending in the Plaza de La Parroquia de San Juan.

9pm: International Latin Festival, Colombians Diego El Cigala and the Cali Salsa Big Band,

12pm: Free Rock and Roll concert by the Rockin Balboas, Plaza de La Concepción, La Laguna. www.aytolalaguna.com 9pm: Loquillo, legendary Spanish rock and roll band, Pabellón Santiago Martín, La Laguna, from €27. www.tomaticket.es.

12pm: FACT fundraiser for cancer charities, entertainers, BBQ, raffle, tombola and lots more, Palms Sports Bar, San Eugenio Alto, Costa Adeje (Above Roy’s Pizza). www.cancertenerife.com

7.30pm: Free concert by the Agrupación Musical Isorana, Guía de Isora Plaza. www.guiadeisora.org

June 30

July 1

All day: IX Tapas and Vinos (snacks and wines) festival, including music from the Funktastic Band and DJ Quique Sierra, El Pino recreation area, Arafo. www.arafo.es

EXHIBITIONS

7.30pm: Bilongo, popular Cuban dance music, Teatro Leal, La Laguna, €10. www.entrees.es

9.30pm: Los Sabandeños, traditional Canarian male voice choir, Plaza Frachi Alfaro, La Orotava, free entry. www.laorotava.es

June 17

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

June 25

9pm: Jesús & Karina, Canarian musicians, varied repertoire in four different languages, Teatro Guimerá, Santa Cruz, €5. www.teatroguimera.es

8.30pm: Tenerife Symphony Orchestra, A. Gutiérrez-Arenas and M. Nesterowicz, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín, Santa Cruz, from €5. www.auditoriodetenerife.com

Until further notice

8am: Guided walk down Masca gorge with kayaking to Los Gigantes, 3.5 hours / medium to high difficulty, Adeje Council’s Ponte Las Botas hiking programme, over 18s only, limited places. www.adeje.es 7.30pm: Opera, Doña Francisquita, Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín, Santa Cruz, from €5. www.auditoriodetenerife.com

June 19

6.30pm: Circus theatre show, Alehop Imagina Circo, Teatro Guimerá, Santa Cruz, €8 to €15. www.teatroguimera.es

9pm: British contemporary classical music composer and pianist Michael Nyman in concert, Teatro Leal, La Laguna, from €45. www. teatroleal.es

June 24

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

EXHIBITIONS Until June 25 La experiencia continua (The experience continues), selection of photographs chronicling life from the 1920s throughout the 20th century from the famous Ordóñez Falcón Collection, one of the most important private groups of photographs in Europe, TEA Tenerife Espacio de Las Artes, Santa Cruz, Tuesdays to Sundays, from 10am to 8pm, free entry. www.teatenerife.es Until further notice Inédito (Unpublished), collection of works by, and information on, Alfredo Reyes Darias, founding member of the PIC Canarian Independent Painters movement, Museo Etnográfico, Calle Arquitecto Marrero Regalado, Granadilla de Abona, free entry, Monday to Friday, 8am to 3pm. www.granadilladeabona.org

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100 months of ultra-low UK interest rates By Paul Montague, Partner, Blevins Franks

June 5, 2017 is a notable anniversary for the Bank of England and British savers – it marks 100 months since the Sterling interest rate was cut to the historic low of 0.5 per cent. It has also been 10 years since we saw a UK interest rate hike. The last time the Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee raised its rate was in May 2007, from 5.25 per cent to 5.5 per cent. Then the financial crisis hit and rates kept falling until they reached 0.5 per cent in March 2009. They remained frozen for years until last summer when the bank rate was cut to 0.25 per cent in the wake of the Brexit referendum. With Brexit around the corner, and the negotiations likely to be challenging for the UK economy, few would be surprised if we hit another anniversary, this time 10 years of 0.5 per cent or lower rates.

While businesses and borrowers have benefited from low rates, it has been detrimental for savers. In March 2016, Hargreaves Lansdown calculated that seven years of record low rates and quantitative easing resulted in savers losing out on £160 billion (€183 billion) – an average of £6,000 (€6,875) for every household. The firm observed that while the monetary policy had supported strong increases in share, bond and property prices, it had “annihilated” returns on cash. In contrast, the FTSE 100 index has increased 109 per cent over the eight years since interest rates were cut to 0.5 per cent, rising from 3530 on March 5, 2009 to 7374 on March 5, 2017. The situation is actually getting worse for UK savers as inflation is rising, meaning savers are earning negative rates of return. The National Institute of Economic and Social Research (NIESR) warned that infla-

June 5, 2017, is a notable anniversary for the Bank of England and British savers – it marks 100 months since the Sterling interest rate was cut to the historic low of 0.5 per cent tion will hit 3.5 per cent by the end of the year, before falling back, while ultra-low interest rates will remain in place for another two years, until the UK has exited the EU. After its monetary policy meeting on May 11, BoE governor Mark Carney com-

mented that “this is going to be a more challenging time for British households”. Real income growth will be negative and wages will not keep up with prices. It is not all bad news. The Bank expects the slowdown in economic growth and rise in

inflation to be temporary, and that the next three years will see wages recover and a slow but steady economic growth. It indicated that, if the economy lives up to the forecasts and Brexit talks go well, it would be in a position to raise interest rates from 0.25 per

cent. This is, however, based on the assumption that “the adjustment to the UK’s new relationship with the EU is smooth”. With no compelling signs of a rise in interest rates any time soon, this is a good time to review how you structure your finances and consider alternative options for investing. A professional adviser can help you establish the savings and investment strategy that suits you best. They should start by taking an objective analysis of your risk appetite, and then build a well-diversified portfolio to suit your personal circumstances, aims, time horizon and risk profile. Blevins Franks provides tailor-made advice on investment strategies, tax mitigation and estate planning. It has decades of experience advising British expatriates in Spain. Contact Paul Montague on 922 716 079 or paul.montague@blevinsfranks.com. www.blevinsfranks.com

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DONâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;T FOOT THE BILL

What to do if you find damp in your home By Goya Abogados, Law Firm in South Tenerife

and not have to get lawyers and courts involved. In any case, if the situation is very urgent, that is to say it is not reasonable to wait any longer to carry out repairs, or if we have spent time calling the community without being listened to, we call a professional on the spot, make the report and proceed to repair, so that we can then use this to demand money back from the guilty party and reimburse the amount spent. For more information visit: www.goyaabogados.com. n

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It is quite common for buildings to have damp. Damp stains are a symptom that something is going wrong in the bowels of our house, so it is very important to respond effectively to this situation so that the cause is discovered as soon as possible and that the real culprit foots the cost of the repair. Damp is not only a stain on the roof or on our wall, but also causes damage that can affect the stability and security of our house, and in the worst cases, affects the entire building. What should we do when we discover damp on the ceiling? A distinction must be made as to whether the situation is urgent or not. As a general rule, the first step is to call the community manager immediately and, if that is not possible, the president. It is essential to record in writing what happened, if possible by email, so that we have proof that we have communi-

or that of a neighbour. If the community management does not listen to our request, we can always call a professional, ideally an architect or technical architect or at least a plumbing company, to make a report on the situation. A valid report is one that involves a professional describing why there has been damp present, and what it will cost to repair the damage caused so far. This report is our key to finding the culprit. Ideally we will try to resolve a claim amicably, for example, via email,

If you see damp on your walls or ceilings, contact your community manager and seek a professionalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s report

cated the problem to the community. The community must send a technician, who will

generally come from the insurance company that the building has contracted, to check

and confirm whether the incident occurred because of the community, through our fault

For advice you can trust, contact Goya Abogados

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BLACKTOWER FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

21st Century China By David Miller David Miller manages the Nexus Portfolio range, available to clients of Blacktower Financial Management

Investors should remember that the value of investments, and the income from them, can go down as well as up. You may not recover what you invest. This commentary has been produced for information purposes only and isn’t intended to constitute financial advice; investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. David Miller and his investment team manage the Nexus Portfolio range that is available exclusively to clients of Blacktower Financial Management. As such, he will be travelling to the Canary Islands in June where he will be a guest speaker at a seminar organised by Blacktower Financial Management (International) Limited. For more information about the seminar or the Nexus Portfolio Range, Please contact: michael. mcseveney@blacktowerfm.com. Tel: 822 047 044 / Mob: 636 933 616

Blacktower Financial Management (International) Limited is licensed in Gibraltar by the Financial Services Commission, Licence 00805B and is registered by both the DGS and CNMV in Spain.

It’s hard not to think about China in terms of big numbers and government action, because that’s what we hear about on an almost daily basis. The detail is much harder to get a grip on, and so a week’s visit to Beijing could only add a few dashes of colour to this enormous, and increasingly influential, canvas. I went with questions and came back with some answers and a lot more questions. Since I started work as a very junior stockbroker, Chinese GDP has multiplied nearly 40 times, compared to the US which is up six-fold and the UK by a factor of five. A few more big numbers are worth reflecting on: • China now accounts for 15 per cent of global GDP and has been responsible for 50 per cent of the increase in global debt since 2005. Since the credit crunch, the Chinese private sector is responsible for pretty much all new debt whilst we, in the west, have become more cautious. • A few years ago the Chinese government decided to back solar energy, and as a result 85 per cent of the panels in operation around the world are made there. You may have picked up the news that at midday on May 26 nearly 25 per cent of UK electricity being used came from solar. There is concern that a command and control economy based on manufacturing will struggle to become a centre of innovation. In recent years,

be an on/off policy switch, and so when credit was ‘turned off’ in early 2016, markets around the world reacted badly. Now, policy is implemented in a more nuanced way, with attempts being made to withdraw credit from speculators whilst ensuring that the banking system is fully funded. Like it or not, the Chinese government controls the levers of power in ways not available elsewhere.

worse than anywhere else and, when I worked out that drivers and cyclists do obey rules, I summoned up the courage to cross an eight-lane highway in downtown Beijing and lived to tell the tale. Wealth inequality is apparent, but once again that’s a problem everywhere. The Bentley count was about the same as London. China is a big country and there is a lot going on. Just

My impressions of Beijing can only be episodic and sketchy, but at street level I found things well ordered, safe and functioning. With a lot of help from Google Translate, the people I talked to were proud of what had been achieved and confident about the future. Policy mistakes happen, credit bubbles appear and white elephant projects are built, but this is hardly unique to China. Who are we to cast the first stone? The traffic jams are no

as it would have been wrong to ignore America in the 19th Century, it will be wrong to ignore China in the 21st. It’s unlikely to be a smooth ride, but what happens there will influence investment decisions everywhere. Whether state imposed convention leaves room for inner liberty is another matter, but for the moment the consensus view seems to be that conformity is good manners and works for the majority. n

“My impressions of Beijing can only be sketchy, but at street level I found things well ordered, safe and functioning” Shenzhen High-Tech Industrial Park

Chinese companies have been happy to buy innovation from abroad, investing, for example, $16.5 billion in Israeli technology companies last year. But running in parallel is a project to innovate at home: in true Chinese style, the Shenzhen tech hub is already twice the size of New York City. Either side of my visit, China was in the headlines. The plan to invest $900 billion to improve the infrastructure of central Asia by recreating the Silk Road is hugely ambitious. Whether or not it will work, what it does do is create an investment framework for all the countries involved. Quite what Russia will make of being the junior partner in the region is another matter, but it is worth noting that last year China accounted for 70 per cent of Russian railway freight traffic. Then, a couple of weeks later, there was a lot of fuss when one of the credit rating agencies downgraded

Chinese debt by one notch, putting it at the same level as Japan – hardly junk status, and far from an indication of imminent disaster. Post-Trump and Brexit, there is growing confidence among China’s elite that they can present themselves as a beacon of sanity in an otherwise unpredictable world. There have also been changes in the way in which the authorities interact with financial markets. As recently as 2015, there only appeared to

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ALWAYS GETTING BETTER

Erasmus students fly high with Ryanair dedicated Erasmus Students booking portal; a free checkin bag with every flight booked; 15 per cent off flights on the Ryanair.com website. Violeta Bulc, EU commissioner for transport, said: "These discounts will help students

Ryanair has teamed up with the Erasmus Programme

Ryanair recently announced that they are offering great deals to Erasmus students. To celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Erasmus Programme, Ryanair became the exclusive partner of the EU Erasmus Student Network, offering enrolled students huge savings, fare discounts and tailored travel offers. The Erasmus Programme provides European university students the chance to study in a different city for one year, facilitating cultural and academic exchanges and enhancing language skills in the 37 participating countries. Over three million students have benefitted from the Erasmus Programme since it was established in 1987.

Ryanair launched the Always Getting Better programme as part of the initiative, and Erasmus students will be offered 15 per cent off Ryanair flights as well as a free check-in bag. There will also be a special booking website for the programme, which will include travel tips and weekly offers. Ryanair's chief executive, Michael O'Leary, said that the programme will “allow students to save money while they are travelling”. In full, the Erasmus partnership will offer student members: tailored Ryanair in-journey offers on the mobile app; weekly travel offers to enable Erasmus students to move easily across Europe; community forum to share travel hints and tips; a

our Always Getting Better programme, which will offer university students across Europe a range of exclusive offers, and allow them to save more while they travel on Europe’s biggest airline with the widest route network and lowest fares”.

The Ryanair discounts will help students broaden their horizons

broaden their horizons and learn first-hand about the richness, diversity and beauty of our wonderful continent. This partnership between one of the largest European airlines and one of the largest student exchange organisations is something I hope other transport providers will be inspired to follow. I would like to thank Ryanair for launching such an initiative”. Michael O’Leary added: “Ryanair has been a driving force of European integration over the past 30 years, providing young people, and especially students, with the freedom to fly across Europe on the lowest airfares. We are pleased to partner with the Erasmus Student Network, the latest initiative delivered under Year 4 of

Safi Sabuni, president of Erasmus Student Network, said: “The Erasmus Generation is a generation of Europeans that are perennially curious, open-minded and full of wanderlust. This is made possible not only through the success of the European project and initiatives such as Schengen and Erasmus+, but also thanks to companies like Ryanair – without which it would be much harder to travel around Europe. We are very excited about this partnership and look forward to a fruitful collaboration.” So if you are about to become an Erasmus student or you’re planning on studying abroad in the near future, think about taking advantage of this amazing offer. n

RADIO SUR ADEJE

Riding the radio waves Radio Sur Adeje 107.9FM has been meeting its public service commitment recently, with three full outside broadcasts from different parts of the borough. The first was during the Adeje Rally, where the Viva la Vida programme was broadcast from Siam Mall. During the programme the radio station shared the stage with a number of national and regional broadcasters who were covering the event. Last week the show was also on the road, with a special programme broadcast live from the Los Olivos Secondary School marking its 25th anniversary. The school is also being awarded the Adeje Council gold medal this week for services to education in the borough. Radio Sur Adeje also reported live from the Baile de Magos (street ball) on the eve of Canaries Day from the Plaza de España. Radio Sur Adeje 107.9FM has been broadcasting continuously since its inception in 1997, and today is recognised as an information reference point for the south of Tenerife. It has seen countless numbers of people pass through the studio doors, many of them now working at regional and national level. More recently it has improved its online presence earning listeners from all over the world, and, for almost five years, has produced the English language programme English Time (Thursdays, 1pm to 2pm). For more information visit: www.adeje.es/radio. n

Radio Sur Adeje recently met its public service commitment with three outside broadcasts

Tune in to Radio Sur Adeje on 107.9FM

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WHEELY GREAT BOOK

A design for life Avid readers of motoring volumes may enjoy A Life in Car Design by Oliver Winterbottom. The narrative gives a unique insight into design and project work for a number of leading companies in the motor industry, including Jaguar, Lotus, TVR, and General Motors. The book recounts the author’s experiences from within the business, tracing the changes in the design process over a period of nearly 50 years, and follows his career at home and around the world. It shows how the change from imperial to metric measurements and the growing use of computers revolutionised the quality and accuracy of modern vehicles. It also covers the issues and challenges of meeting project targets, and some of the concerns that can deflect those efforts. It features previously untold stories, and is thoughtfully illustrated with historical engineering drawings and photographs. Winterbottom, originally from Kent in the UK, spent his whole career designing cars, and for a short time boats, in many different countries. He started his working life as an engineering apprentice at Jaguar Cars, moved on to Lotus in 1971 as Design Manager, and from there continued in the field right up to his retirement in 2009. As well as informing automobile enthusiasts, he hopes the book will inspire upcoming generations to consider a career in the creative field. If you would like to find a copy, see: www.veloce.co.uk. n

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Holidaying with your pet Maybe you are thinking about visiting your own country or somewhere new this summer and taking your cat or dog with you. If this is the case you need to check that your pet's passport is up to date and whether your insurance extends abroad (in some cases, cover for travel abroad could be an add-on to your existing policy that you need to apply for separately). When you travel in Europe, the requirements will not vary much from one country to another. In both the European Union and most other countries, the Pet Travel Scheme is unified. This document is valid for dogs, cats and ferrets and contains the animal's whole health history, all its identification data and also information referring to the owner. The pet passport must be processed by a veterinarian. It must be taken into account that generally, travel is not allowed with animals under three months of age. If you like the idea of travelling by car, whether near or far, here are some tips to help you make the journey more than comfortable for your most loyal friend: Keep your pets safe and secure in a well-ventilated carrier. There are a variety of wire mesh, hard plastic and softsided carriers available. Whatever you choose, make sure it is large enough for your pet to

SWINGING INTO ACTION

stand, sit, lie down and turn around in. It would be good to get your pet used to the carrier in the comfort of your home before your trip. The best way to do this is to leave it open and available to your pet for a few weeks beforehand. In this way,

develop, which can be fatal. In cold weather, a car can act as a refrigerator, holding in the cold and causing the animal to freeze to death. What should be included in your pet’s travelling kit? In addition to travel documents,

he will think of the carrier as a pleasant and safe place to be. Please be sure to always secure the crate in the car to prevent it from sliding or shifting in the event of braking hard. Your pet’s feeding schedule during travel should start with a light meal three to four hours prior to departure. Don’t feed your pet in a moving vehicle, even if it is a long drive. Never leave your animal alone in a parked vehicle. On a hot day, even with the windows open, a parked automobile can become a furnace in no time and heatstroke can

food, a bowl, a leash, a waste scoop, plastic bags, grooming supplies, medication and a pet first-aid kit, it is always a good idea to pack a favourite toy or pillow to give your pet a sense of familiarity. Make sure your pet has a microchip for identification and wears a collar with a tag imprinted with your home address, as well as a temporary travel tag with your cell phone, destination phone number and any other relevant contact information. Don't allow your pet to ride with his head outside the window

as he could be injured by flying objects. The best place for him is in the back seat inside his crate or with a harness attached to a seat buckle. Opt for bottled water or tap water stored in plastic bottles. Drinking water from an area he’s not used to could result in your pet having a tummy upset. In any case, you must consider that there are many different pet insurance policies on the market, but Liberty Seguros is the only company that offers the best possible cover across the European Union at an affordable price. This gives you total peace of mind knowing that your pet is covered against accidents and illness as well as offering public liability, telephone assistance, stay in a kennel or cattery if the owner is in hospital, help with expenses for finding your pet if it's lost, and much more! Liberty Seguros can be contacted by telephone on: 913 422 549 for the name of your nearest broker or agent, or visit: www.l ibertyexpatriates.es for more information about the insurance policies they offer. n

Rock-a-bye baby For many new parents there’s only one guaranteed solution to getting their baby down at the end of the day – a nighttime drive that soothes, calms and eventually helps the little one nod off. However effective this may be, it still means a disrupted night for mum or dad, who research shows can typically expect little more than five hours kip a night while losing the equivalent of 44 days sleep in just the first year of their child’s

life. Help, however, could soon be at hand. Ford has developed a cot that could simulate – in the comfort of your own home – the motion, engine noise, and even the street lighting of those night‑time drives. To all appearances a regular cot, the Max Motor Dreams comes to life using a smartphone app. This enables it to record and then reproduce the comforting movement, lights and sounds of a particular journey.

Max Motor Dreams designer Alejandro López Bravo, of Spanish creative studio Espada y Santa Cruz, which produced the awardwinning device, said: “The Max Motor Dreams could make the everyday lives of a lot of people a little bit better.” And so it could. At the moment, the project is still in the development stage but keep up to date at: www.fordmaxmotordreams.com for more news on the venture, which was designed for a Ford of Spain campaign. n

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FASHION

Glamour for your feet Delicate and feminine with this peach toned lacquer, from Manhattan

Red hot and forever fiery: Nail Lacquer by OPI

Attention-grabbing deep purple, from Arabesque

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Rosy nail times with strawberry scented polish, from Essence

Chunky crystals adorn these strappy Blue Inc sandals

New summer sandals are glossy, metallic-finished and/or embroidered with beads or fake-precious stones. They pair with many outfits from Capri pants to a romantic dress and they automatically draw the attention to your feet. It’s no surprise then

that lacquered toenails are a fashion must this summer. The variety of shades available ensures that everyone can find their favourite col-

Embossed reptile-print gold ankle-strap sandal, from F&F High heels with elaborate embroidery, from River Island

our. From delicate peach and rose tones, extravagant black or grey to paler tints like orange - everything to fit your summer mood. n

Silver glitter glamour from George at Asda

Cork wedges decorated with tiny rivets, from Bonmarché

Chrome-effect polishes the season’s trendsetters, from Anny

Eye-catching white nails by BeYu

This bright pink tone sets off a tan to perfection, by Artdeco

Black nail polish with a hint of green, from Chanel

Plain and plaited gold straps for this flat sandal, from Dorothy Perkins

A gold-coloured sandalette for glamour girls, from Very

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BRAIN DISORDERS

Living with dementia

Many people with dementia are able to play an active part in family life

Dementia causes difficulty with memory and cognition

Healthcare professionals can provide vital support

this will be down to the brain damage, it can also partly be due to feelings of anger, fear, vulnerability or frustration. Many people with dementia are aware of their increasing difficulties until the later stages of the condition, which

ity to live alone may be lost, and often a point will arrive where 24-hour care is needed. Having said that, no two people are the same and many will be able to remain at least semiindependent for much longer than expected or hoped for.

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like road signs or to recognise people in photos. Visual and/ or auditory hallucinations may also be experienced. A lack of time awareness, as in knowing what the day or date is or when events took place, is common, and may be part of a greater confusion regarding places, people and occurrences in general. Decision making can become increasingly difficult and changes in eating patterns can also occur. Often, one of the hardest aspects for sufferer’s loved

By Xena Fox there are ways the effects can

be slowed and best quality of life maintained for as long as possible.

Who does it affect? Dementia is a common condition. Worldwide, an estimated 47.5 million people are living with dementia. Alzheimer’s alone affects more than 800,000 people in Spain with a similar number in the UK, where one in three people over 65 will develop the condition, two-thirds of them being women. The majority of people diagnosed with dementia are over 65 years old, though up to five per cent will be younger.

Symptoms Trouble with memory, specifically problems recalling information that has recently been

learned, is often the first symptom that is noticed. Tasks that require concentration and planning may also be difficult, as can problem-solving when faced with any new situation. Frequently, finding the right words and difficulty with communication, both written and spoken, will also be evident. Depending on the type of dementia, as the condition progresses visual changes can take place, such as an inability to understand everyday images

ones is that people with dementia can undergo personality changes. They may become apathetic or uninterested in their normal activities or hobbies, and can either lose interest in socialising or find it increasingly stressful, sometimes withdrawing from friends and family. They may also lose the ability to empathise with others, and can have problems controlling their emotions, experiencing mood swings on a regular basis. Whilst some of Therapies, Spiritual hypnosis, Past life regression Come, unleash your internal power and heal your mind, body and soul completely through energy healing, hypnosis and past life regression. Get Space Clearing carried out for more positivity at home and in your work place

is extremely upsetting and can sometimes lead to depression. Though periods of confusion will usually be intermittent in the beginning, as symptoms worsen they will generally need increasing levels of help from friends, relatives and health services. Eventually, the abil-

Risk factors The reasons why some people develop Alzheimer’s or one of the other conditions, while others do not, are not fully understood. However, there are several known factors which can

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The term dementia is used to describe a group of related symptoms that are associated with an ongoing decline of the brain and its functions. Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of progressive dementia, accounting for between 60 and 70 per cent of cases, though all of them cause similar difficulties with memory, mental agility and behaviour. The rate and way the conditions develop is different for everyone. In the early stages, symptoms may be mild, but as the disease causes more damage to the brain, symptoms worsen. Thinking speed, understanding, language, judgement, motor skills and self-care will all be affected. There currently isn’t any cure for progressive dementia but, especially if diagnosed early,

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raise risk, including having a parent or sibling with Alzheimer’s or one of various gene variants. Studies also suggest that brain health is closely related to heart and blood vessel condition, thus cardiovascular disease risks such as smoking, obesity, diabetes, high cholesterol and midlife high blood pressure may also be linked to a greater possibility of developing dementia. Furthermore, it is thought that moderate, severe or repeated brain injuries (due to an accident or from certain sports, for example) may increase risk of a variety of brain disorders, including dementia.

a specialist, usually a neurologist (an expert in the brain and nervous system) who may send you for additional tests such as a CT or MRI scan of the brain. To make the most your time with the consultant, it can be useful to take a family member or friend with you and write down any questions you may have before you go. Misdiagnosis is rare, though more common with youngeronset Alzheimer’s, but if you have any doubts then ask for a second opinion. An early diagnosis gives you the best chance to prepare and plan for the future, and receive any treatment.

Memory loss is often the earliest symptom of dementia as, brain cells in the hippocampus, a part of the brain associated with learning, are frequently the first to be damaged. However, not all reduction in memory function is caused by dementia. Depression, fatigue, vitamin deficiencies, stress, urinary infections and certain medications can all have a negative effect, and as we grow older it is not uncommon to have intermittent difficulties with remembering certain details. On the other hand, dementia causes symptoms that are not a normal part of getting older and are serious enough to interfere with day-to-day life, so any difficulties should be checked out by a professional. Unfortunately, there isn’t one single test that can pinpoint dementia. Diagnosis requires a comprehensive medical evaluation that will also aim to rule out the various conditions that can produce similar symptoms. When you visit your doctor they will talk to you about which difficulties you have been experiencing, other areas of your health, and your family’s medical history to date. You will usually be given a physical examination and possibly a few cognitive tests to evaluate memory and thinking. The medic will often be able to diagnose dementia there and then, but the particular type is more difficult without further examinations. You will almost certainly be referred to

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Whilst at this time there isn’t a cure available, there are a number of medications, which work by increasing neurotransmitters in the brain, that can help improve the symptoms of dementia for many people, though not all.

similar pastimes are also simple and enjoyable ways of getting a little exercise. Not only will this make a huge contribution to quality of life, but taking part in activities will help keep the mind engaged,

port workers will be able to provide advice. As for everyone, it's important the person being cared for has a healthy, balanced diet or they become susceptible to other illnesses. Unfortunately, there are

ing a shower or bath can sometimes promote fear of falling, for example. It is also not unusual for people with later dementia to experience incontinence. Urinary infections, constipation or med-

and understanding. Disrupted sleep patterns can also occur, including general restlessness, being unable to fall asleep, or waking up several times during the night. Medication that causes sleepiness during the day can interfere with nighttime sleep, as can painful illnesses such as arthritis. Sleeping pills can help in extreme circumstances; otherwise, regular bedtimes and avoiding napping during the day and drinking alcohol or caffeine at night are all advisable. Inevitably, over time, activities will have to change as symptoms worsen so adaptability from carers and family is vital. As a carer of someone with dementia it can be easy to feel isolated and alone, especially as there is still a certain amount of stigma attached to mental health conditions. Talking about your feelings to family, friends and people from support networks can provide a useful outlet, and taking opportunities to share your experiences and gain useful tips from others who are in, or have been through, similar situations can help enormously. In addition, there are many resources available that can provide advice on what to expect during all stages of the condition and where to go for financial, legal and medical advice.

Spending time with friends is important for everyone Disrupted sleep patterns are not unusual

Depression and frustration can accompany dementia

Continuing with hobbies for as long as possible can help keep the mind engaged

A helping hand If you are caring for someone with dementia, one of the main ways you can assist is by creating a positive and compassionate environment. Providing encouragement, reassurance and a regular daily routine, whilst avoiding criticism and exhibiting any feelings of frustration, can go a long way to helping someone feel valued and supported. In fact, it can be vital for a person with dementia to feel they're still useful, and most will enjoy the sense of achievement that comes from helping with light chores such as shopping, laying the table, changing the bed sheets or otherwise assisting with everyday tasks. It is also essential for them to continue enjoying their spare time, and to keep up with any hobbies or interests such as cooking, listening to music, having friends around, caring for pets, or playing board games. Walking, gardening and

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improve self-worth and help them maintain some level of independence. Around the home there are various simple ‘tricks’ for jogging memory, helping them stay safe, and promoting independence. Labels and/or pictures on doors can be used for identifying the contents of cupboards or purpose of a room such as the toilet. If possible, encourage them to write lists, keep a diary, or place a weekly timetable in a prominent position to provide reminders for daily tasks and appointments. Contact names and numbers can be programmed into phones, bills placed on direct debit, safety devices such as alarms installed, and daily living aids such as pill organisers and adapted utensils can make life a little easier. Sup-

various food-related problems that are common for people with more advanced dementia, such as forgetting which meals they like, not recognising groceries, refusing to eat, and requesting odd food combinations. These behaviours are not generally caused by any wish to be awkward, however, and are more usually due to confusion, or possibly discomfort in the mouth caused by dental problems they have not been able to inform anyone of. Leaving plenty of time for meals and staying calm throughout will help, as any stress felt by the carer will be passed onto the person with dementia, only exacerbating any difficulties. Another area that can be affected is personal hygiene. As well as forgetfulness, tak-

With support from professionals, family and friends, many people with dementia are able to lead active, loving and fulfilling lives for many years

ication can all add to, and occasionally cause, the difficulties. Reaching the toilet on time may become a problem as buttons and zips become more challenging. It is also possible for them to lose the ability to tell when the toilet is needed, or to simply forget to go, or even know where the toilet is. Gentle reminders, easy to undo clothes, waterproof bedding, raised toilet seats, alarms and incontinence pads can all help, but the most important issue is that people around are patient

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Visit: www.nhs.uk and www.alz. org for online support. Living with dementia can be extremely challenging. However, with support from healthcare professionals, family and friends, most are able to lead active, fulfilling lives for many years. If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms or are worried about your health in any way, always make an appointment with your GP for professional advice as soon as possible. n

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Loving Ella The lovely Ella is 11 years old and has been at the K9 refuge for nearly two years. Her previous family had to return to the UK and couldn’t take her with them. She is still very spritely and active and would really appreciate a loving home, perhaps with not too many children around. She is very well behaved. Could you give Ella a home for her last years? Call: 667 638 468, email: info@k9tenerife.com or see: www.k9tenerife.com. n

Cats Welfare Look beyond the coat and black cats all have the same charm and charisma of their more colourful cousins. Not to mention their sleek glossy coats which complement their bright shining eyes. They are stunning, regal looking animals and just as wonderful as any other cat, with exactly the same needs - love and care in a home of their own. Then why is it so hard for us to find homes for them? We don’t know, but to encourage adoption all black kittens are provided with kitten injections, microchip and neutering free of charge. But if you think a tiny black kitten is cute but too much work, then Dexter, pictured here, may be for you. Just 12 months old, he has always been in a family home and loves a cuddle and a spot of fresh air. He’s been neutered and had his kitten injections and micro chip. Do you have space on your sofa for him? All cats and kittens go on trial so you can be sure you have made the right decision. Want to help but not sure how? We always need towels, blankets, sheets, etc. to keep the cats clean and warm. Food and litter is a large part of our expenditure each month as we feed 20 large colonies of cats and also have foster carers who need them. Any brand is always welcome. Also, do you have any spare pet carriers or dog training cages? We use carriers for transportation and cages for recuperation. Charity shop Our shop is incredibly important for raising funds. Find it on San Blas in Golf del Sur

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Dexter the beautiful black cat is with Cats Welfare while he waits for his new home

(behind Hiperdino). It’s open seven days a week, 10am to 6pm, except Saturdays when it’s 10am to 4pm. If you don’t have transport or have large bulky items to donate please ring Mark on: 636 590 557 to arrange collection. Or maybe you would you like to help in the shop? Contact us to arrange an informal chat. Kittens available We have kittens of all different colours for immediate adoption. We do not charge a fee but there is a contract to sign saying you agree to get vaccinations and neutering done when the kitten is old enough. Or maybe you would like to be a foster carer? You don’t need experience; we can tell you everything you need to know. We supply food, litter, beds, etc. and cover vet costs. If you would like to ask questions about anything, ring or WhatsApp Maria on: 646 629 129, message us on Facebook or see our website: www.catswelfare-tenerife.com.

Acción del Sol We would like to say a very big thank you to Pete and Alice who decided they would forsake wedding presents on their special day to help the dogs at the refuge. They very kindly asked their family and friends to donate to Acción del Sol and we were presented with €1,000, which we will spend

visit us on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons from 2pm to 5pm, and Saturdays 1pm to 4pm. We’re situated directly under the wind turbines, from exit 52 on the TF1 north bound, just after the El Médano junction. Head for the windmills on the coast and we’re located in the buildings on the right hand side. Alternatively, email us on: teneriffa@ aktiontier.org or visit our Facebook page: Action tier Acción del Sol.

One of Acción del Sol’s 200 dogs looking for a home

on a vital piece of equipment for our clinic. Thank you all for a very generous donation and we wish you both all the happiness in the world. We have over 200 dogs that are desperately seeking a new loving home. Some of them have been with us since the refuge was opened. All they want is love, care and affection, and each one is fully inoculated and micro-chipped, and has

a clean bill of health and a passport. We do not charge for adoptions but donations are welcomed. We are always in need of tinned dog food for our older dogs, plus blankets, towels, sheets, dog toys, and collars and leads, if you have any of the above to spare they would be very much appreciated. Please call: 922 778 630 if you can help in any way, or

Donations of quality household goods are very welcome. Call: 646 561 035 to arrange collection of larger items from all local areas. Proceeds from our shop sales are essential to ensuring our K9 dogs have everything they need to make their time at the refuge as comfortable as possible. There are always lots of bargains to be had and our volunteers will make you very welcome. Remember, every cent raised goes towards the care of our dogs & cats at K9 Refuge.

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We have many dogs waiting for their forever homes. You can see them on our website at: www.k9tenerife.com. Or visit the Refuge on Calle Chimbesque, between Las Chafiras and Las Zocas, any day between 10am and 2pm. Alternatively, call us on: 667 638 468 or email: info@k9tenerife.com. You will also find stories of our dogs’ antics on Facebook at: Diary of a K9 Tenerife Dogwalker or K9 Tenerife. Visit our shop at Alcalá Plaza, every day from 10am to 2pm.

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

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Farmer’s Markets Adeje Calle Archajara, s/n, in front of Makro Saturday/Sunday 8am – 2pm / Wednesday 3pm – 7pm Telephone: 922 775 200 Alcalá Plaza de Llano Monday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 922 850 100 Arafo Plaza San Juan Degollado Thursday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 922 511 711 Arico Porís de Abona Sunday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 676 159 034 Arona Valle San Lorenzo, Carretera General 122 Monday/Friday 8am – 2pm Telephone: 922 767 138 Buenavista del Norte Plaza de San Sebastián Opening times: Saturday 8.30am – 2pm Telephone: 922 129 030 Candelaria Wednesday 8am - 2pm Next to council offices Saturday 8am – 2pm. Plaza del Centro Comercial de Punta Larga Telephone: 922 505 014 El Médano Plaza Principal Wednesday 8am – 2pm Telephone: 922 759 966/62 El Rosario Carretera General del Norte, la Esperanza Saturday/Sunday/festivals 8am – 4pm Telephone: 922 010 160 El Sauzal Hoya de la Vida, next to the church, Ravelo Friday/Saturday/Sunday 7.30am- 2pm Telephone: 922 584 657

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

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

Icod de Los Vinos Calle Key Muñoz 5 Monday/Friday 8am – 2pm Telephone: 922 815 700 / 922 447 938

Puerto de la Cruz Avenida Blas Pérez González, 4 Wednesday to Saturday 8am – 2pm Telephone: 922 386 158

La Guancha Carretera General TFS km 49 Saturday/Sunday 8am – 3pm Telephone: 922 360 788 La Laguna Plaza del Cristo Tuesday/Thursday/Saturday 6am – 2pm Telephone: 922 601 100 / 922 253 903 La Matanza de Acentejo Ctra. General del Norte Saturday 8am – 3pm, Sunday 8am – 2pm Telephone: 922 577 120

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San Miguel de Abona P.I. Las Chafiras, San Miguel de Abona, next to the fire station Saturday/Sunday 8am – 2pm Wednesday 2pm – 7.30pm Telephone: 922 735 386 Santa Cruz de Tenerife Avenida José Manuel Guimerá Sunday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 922 606 000

Los Realejos Camino Viejo de San Benito, Finca el Llano, Realejo Alto Saturday/Sunday 9am – 2pm Telephone: 922 346 234

Santa Úrsula Carretera General, near the town hall Saturday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 922 301 640

Parque de la Reina – El Cho Calle Infanta Elena, 32 (before Karting on right hand side behind Titsa Depot) 8am – 3pm closed Mondays Tel 922 076544

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San Isidro Mercado del Agricultor de Granadilla Off the roundabout leading to El Médano Saturday/Sunday 8am – 2pm Telephone: 922 759 966

La Orotava Calle Educadora Lucía Mesa Saturday 8am – 1.30pm Telephone: 922 336 804 / 681 277 633

Los Silos Plaza de la Luz, Los Silos Sunday 9am – 2pm Telephone: 922 840 004

Tegueste Calle de Asuncionistas, 6 Saturday/Sunday 8.00am – 2pm Telephone: 922 316 100 Vilaflor Plaza de Vilaflor Monday to Thursday 8am – 1pm Telephone: 922 709 002 We at Island Connections are sure in the knowledge that one of the best ways to help yourself, and the economy, is to buy locally – even if you are just visiting for a short time. Canarian farmers harvest an extensive range of crops, which can be seen growing in the typical stepped-terrain farms around the Islands. Products range from tropical fruits, such as mangoes, to worldwide staples like lentils, potatoes and onions. According to the agricultural group COAG-Canarias, prices of fresh fruits and vegetables differ greatly between the amount the farmers receive and the sale price in the supermarkets. For instance, towards the end of last year, small marrows,

which the farmers were paid just €0.07/kilo for, retailed at €0.84, and leeks sold at €0.36 were passed onto the consumer for around €2.23 a kilo. Many of the prices don’t even seem to cover the cost of production - and this is when subsidies became necessary to keep farms from disappearing, which, like the hiked prices, also come out of our pockets. Enter the farmers markets, where the grower can sell directly to the customer without an intermediary. They are dotted all over the Islands, with at least one in almost every town. They allow customers to purchase fresher, higher quality produce at cheaper prices, and the farmers receive a fair payment for their efforts. This

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

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Gemini 21.5 - 21.6 You often find yourself standing in the middle of a dispute and being able to understand both sides of the argument. Whilst keeping out of others’ problems is usually the best way to go, don’t be afraid to speak out sometimes. Cancer 22.6 - 22.7 Cooperation and mutual support are more important for you than self-interest right now, so ensure that you keep other peoples’ needs in mind when making plans for the future. You may have to pay a hefty price for disregarding their feelings Leo 23.7 - 23.8 Leos will be full of vitality for the near future. However, to benefit the most from the current energy enhancement, you will need to kick all unnecessary and/or detrimental habits and concentrate on giving yourself a bit of a health boost. Virgo 24.8 - 23.9 If you are frustrated with your current circumstances it may be time to make a drastic change. You have perhaps been mulling that possibility over for a while but have been unwilling to move forward. Doing it now could be advantageous. Libra 24.9 - 23.10 You are a well balanced person generally speaking, so you are often the one who ends up sorting out disputes between friends, family or colleagues. However, do not let other people drain your personal resources too much. Scorpio 24.10 - 22.11 If you could just relax for a change and let others take control for a while you may find that you are pleasantly surprised at just how capable and caring they are. You have to give people the space they need to grow and learn. Sagittarius 23.11 - 21.12 There’s no need to rush to conclude any important business or decisions you may have right now, even if you are being pressured. Try to take a step back from circumstances and come to the right choice for you, not for others. Capricorn 22.12 - 20.1 You can be a little stubborn sometimes which, although it can have its advantages, can also mean that you occasionally fight your corner for the sake of it without thinking whether you actually believe in what you are saying or not. Aquarius 21.1 - 20.2 Big changes are coming soon, and they seem to be on the domestic front. This could be anything from a complete makeover at home or a shift in power within a relationship. Either way, it’s out with the old and in with the new. Pisces 21.2 - 20.3 It is time to be honest with others about your feelings. No one can read your mind, so expecting them to understand your point of view without explaining it to them is unreasonable. Speak out if you want to be appreciated.

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For ladies: Excursions, escorts, erotic massages and more, with Marc (German) who also speaks English and Spanish. I have an apartment and car and also do visits. We can meet in a café before. Tel: (+34) 630 South, young Latin girl, 759 974. pretty, obliging, affectionate. Come and see me for Los Cristianos, 2 girls: a slim good company and to have English mixed race girl and a a good time. Tel: 642 615 slim Russian blonde. Natu- 094. ral French, Greek, 69, sadomasochism. Discreet apart- Transsexual, beautiful, tall, ment, Edificio Royal, in front blonde and long, big penis, of the bus station, Los Cris- 140cm breasts, active/pastianos. Call first. Tel: 626 sive. €70 for half hour and 712 090. €100 for one hour. Apart-

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General Services Massage and more. Offer: 60 minutes body massage €36. Couples, four hands, lava stones, tantric massages, etc. Playa de las Américas, Ernesto Sarti no.8, across from Iberostar Hotel Torviscas Playa. Tel. 602 608 626 For sale. Home-produced ecological vegetables, Tenerife south. Interested businesses, call 650 323 751 (Spanish only), send WhatsApp or email to: michelteide@hotmail.com www.mascuidados.com Website for our massages, dedicated to bringing the benefits of therapeutic massage to your home or hotel, no charge for travel. Do you want a massage? www.mascuidados.com Tel. 663 190 727 After school classes, help or activities in English, German or Spanish, please contact Mrs. Garus. Tel. 602 506 793. We are 5 minutes away from Wingate School in Cabo Blanco.

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

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Wanted urgently: an apartment to rent in El Médano with 2 bedrooms and a garage. Tel: 676 243 558. Looking to exchange or rent: Luxury 85m2 apartment in Travemünde (on the Baltic Sea, Germany) in exchange for 2/3 bedroom apartment in Tenerife for 4-6 weeks January/ February 2017. Our property is located on the 2nd floor overlooking the sea and the city and furnished to a very high standard. There is a Wellness and Spa on resort and underground parking. We are looking for a 2/3 bedroom apartment in Tenerife in a nice complex with heated pool and Spa facilities. Email: m.perling@ gmx.de or 0049 179 51 75 987. Apartment for rent, 1 bedroom, fully equipped, near Playa Martiánez, in Puerto de La Cruz, €470 /month + electricity. Tel: Theresa on 606 105 101.

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APARTMENT TABAIBA ALTA For sale, only five mins away from the German school, roughly 102ms, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, living room, utility room, garden, big terrace. Spectacular views of the sea and mountain, big garage with 2 spaces, 2 closed store rooms, price €180,000, mob. 686 798 367, email eoptenerife@gmail.com www.teneriffa-fincas.net Beautiful seafront apartment for private sale. One bedroom, garage, sea views and in a sunny position. Price: €120,000. No agents. Tel: 922 752 759. Mobile: 608 425 426. INVESTMENT PROPERTY – Rental €20,000 per annum on a lifetime traspaso with current

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The obesity obstacle By Debbie Gilbey A common and over-used excuse that often crops up in my work is: “Obesity runs in my family”. The tough love-approach to this sentiment is: “No darling, it is because nobody in your family runs!” Sadly, sometimes people decide to use their genetic makeup to excuse themselves for being dangerously overweight. Genetics will dictate unchangeable factors about you such as eye or hair colour. Genetics will (unfortunately) also play a role in the balding and/or greying process. Genetics do not, however, determine your lack of exercise nor are responsible for which foods you choose to consume.

Our genes dictate where fat is distributed. My sister and I are very different but our largest fatty areas are our triceps

There are many ongoing scientific studies which are trying to highlight a specific ‘obesity gene’, aka the FTO gene. A faulty version of this FTO gene - which regulates a further two

genes that are the ‘master controllers’ of the process of thermogenesis (production of heat within the body) could prevent the way in which energy is turned to heat, therefore mean-

ing it is stored as fat instead. These studies have found that differences within this gene may cause a 20 per cent to 30 per cent higher chance of obesity: ‘chance’ being the opera-

tive word. While scientists are working hard to fix this flawed gene, it is worth noting that if you remain bone idle and continue to eat the wrong foods, you are not suddenly going to become slim. All you can do at this point is definitively state that your genes played no role in why you’re overweight. On the flip side to all of this, genetic studies have proven that genes do play a role in the body regarding fat distribution. For some people they store it around their mid-section, or have rolls of fat on their back. The best example of this would be to use my family. People often do a double-take in disbelief when they see me and my sister together, as we look extremely different. Yet, relat-

ing to fat distribution for us, as can be seen in the photos, our largest fattiest area is our triceps. However, the external factors remain the same. I provide and fuel myself with nutritionally balanced food and also exercise regularly, whereas the same cannot be said for my older sibling. Remember, you only get one chance with your body and it is never too late to change. (Footnote: It is worth noting that genetically in certain rare conditions such as Prader-Willi syndrome and Bardet-Biedl syndrome, obesity is a major feature). For more info about health and fitness please contact Debbie via: www.fitnesswithdebbie. com. n

NUTRITION NICETIES

Mediterranean munching

The Mediterranean diet has long been recognised as being a healthy choice

group who ate a ‘normal’ Western pattern of eating. Over the time period, the first group suffered fewer deaths and cases

of diabetes, and enjoyed a 30 per cent lower risk of cardiovascular disease than the other volunteers.

The Mediterranean diet consists of avoiding processed foods and instead eating as nature intended. It’s based on a comparatively high intake of olive oil, along with a mix of legumes, fruit, vegetables and unrefined grains. Meat and its derivatives are kept to a minimum and, when eaten, red meat should always be lean. Moderate consumption of fish and dairy products such as cheese and yoghurt is also recommended. Happily for some, a few glasses of wine, especially red, are seen as beneficial, particularly for the beverage’s positive effects on the cardiovascular system. Surprisingly, total fat intake is around 25 to 35 per cent of calories but saturated fat should be at eight per cent or less of this.

The role that olive oil plays is seen as crucial, as studies suggest it has an anti-inflammatory effect and can help reduce coronary heart disease risk, amongst other benefits. An example of a day’s meals would include three or four pieces of fruit; at least one salad (with olive oil dressing); between five and 10 nuts; a piece of chicken the size of your palm; one slice of wholegrain bread; a small amount of legumes; a selection of vegetables; and plenty of garlic and/or aromatic herbs. Other tasty foodstuffs that can be added over a week include Greek yogurt, hummus, honey, and two servings each of eggs and fish. Red meat is best kept to once a week, maximum. Once a month is even better.

Gentle change Rather than making drastic

alterations to your current diet – changes that may not last – experts recommend gradually phasing out processed foods by slowly replacing them with more healthy alternatives. You can set yourself a specific time period, say a month, and make small alterations as you go along. Introduce more fruits and vegetables, switch from butter and other oils to extra virgin olive oil, and swap fish for meat for a couple of meals. As your taste buds adapt and your energy levels rise, you will soon feel ready to establish even healthier patterns. Continue by reducing meat intake and adding more beans, and begin to decrease the amount of dairy products you eat. Making changes over a period of time means you will be much more likely to stick to them in the future. n

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Nutritionists have long noted the health benefits of a Mediterranean style diet. Packed full of fresh foods, this style of eating is said to reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, arthritis and type-2 diabetes, as well as lower ‘bad’ cholesterol levels and high blood pressure, encourage weight loss, decrease the effects of osteoporosis, irritable bowel syndrome and acid reflux, and even improve cognitive capacity, possibly staving off degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s! There has been endless research into its advantages, including a six-year study in Spain which concluded in 2013. The Predimed Nutrition experiment followed 7,500 volunteers, broken down into three groups of 2,500 each: those who followed the Mediterranean diet; people who consumed a healthy but very low fat regime; and a control

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Councillor for tourism, Alberto Bernabé

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Bernabé said that Tenerife welcomes one million sports tourists a year: “Approximately five per cent of the tourist total comes to the island specifically for sporting reasons, which shows that the tourism strategy is comprehensive and working well.” The event in Madrid highlighted the importance of the role played by Turismo de Tenerife, and brought to the attention of many the fabulous installations, modern arenas and training facilities available here. During the presentation, an overview of the Tenerife No Limits campaign showed a whole host of activities available for land, air and sea, including: over 1,500 kilometres of hiking trails for walkThe Tenerife Bluetrail endurance race is included in the Skyrunner National Series

The Tenerife No Limits campaign was recently launched in Madrid, Spain

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Using the brand: Tenerife No Limits, the Island Council is promoting Tenerife’s sporting image on the Spanish peninsula after recently launching the campaign at an event in Madrid. Advocating the all-year climate, conditions and facilities on offer, the island authorities appealed to those who enjoy participating in sporting pursuits, as well as those recovering from injury or needing rehabilitation, to visit Tenerife. Tourism councillor Alberto Bernabé explained that: “Due to our infrastructure and natural spaces, Tenerife is fast becoming one of the most attractive destinations for sportspeople and those wishing to combine a relaxing holiday with some sports or leisure activities”.

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Tenerife flexes its muscles to attract sports tourists

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LOCAL RUGBY

Ñandú pass the plate

Ñandú beat Monster in the Plate final

By Ñandú Rugby Club La Laguna Club, losing 12-17. 5), which left Monster bottom hand side of the pitch to reach Tenerife 10s: what an amazing day! May 27 saw the first ever Tenerife Rugby 10s Tournament and what a success it was, with teams participating from all over the Canary Islands and Spanish peninsula. The day started with bacon butties and sausage sarnies before kick-off at 9am with the initial group stages. Ñandú started in Group 1, which included the El Médano Boatmen and La Laguna University. Against The Boatmen, the Ñandú boys had a great start and won 17-0. In Group 2 the teams included Monster, La Laguna Club and CRUC. Monster took on the strong

Ñandú then beat La Laguna University with the exact same score as before: 17-0, which put them top of the table in their group. We then saw the excellent Barcelona team CRUC take on La Laguna Club and enjoy a convincing 22- 5 win. The Boatmen faced La Laguna University in a decider game, as the winner would go on to the knockout stages with Ñandú. La Laguna made it look convincing with a 5-22 triumph, putting The Boatmen bottom and into the Plate competition. We then saw the final group game before lunch, with CRUC taking on Monster. It was another convincing victory for the Catalonian side (19-

of the group. They joined The Boatmen in the Plate. It was time for lunch and the music started, drinks flowed, and burgers were devoured. Following the break, the knockout stages began with the Cup semi finals being played first. Both teams that finished last entered the Plate for a semi final match. The first game saw Ñandú take on La Laguna Club, which became a thrilling game with a last minute try levelling the match at 17-17 with extra time needed to decide a winner. The rule here is that the first team to score a point wins the tie, and after five minutes of play La Laguna Club found a gap and scored a try down the left

The first ever Tenerife Rugby 10s Tournament was a great success

the final. Ñandú entered the Plate competition in hope of winning some silverware at their home ground.

CRUC stepped up to play La Laguna University, which again was a sensational game. CRUC edged the match, winning 17-14 to face La Laguna Club in the Cup final. The Plate semi final saw Monster take on The Boatmen, and Monster made no mistake, securing a 33-0 win. Next, the two losers from the Cup semi finals faced each other, with Ñandú battling La Laguna University. Ñandú, hungry for silverware, won the tie 29-15. The finalists were decided. The Plate final saw Ñandú line up against Monster, and it was another close game which finished level at 12-12. On this occasion, extra time went Ñandú’s way and the Adeje side scored to win the game and the Plate. Congratulations to the hard-working Ñandú players. CRUC and La Laguna Club took part in the Cup final, the main event of the day, and it was a thrilling game. CRUC started

well and notched the first try, keeping their great form continuing, but La Laguna Club come back with a try of their own. CRUC continued their slick play and went on to win the final 24-12 to become the very first Tenerife 10s champions. Following the tournament, all the teams met for an after party at Sugareef Club in Playa de Las Américas which turned into a well deserved night out. It was an amazing day and congratulations to the victors, CRUC. They have been invited back next year to defend their title, as dates have already been confirmed for May 26 and 27, 2018. We are looking for teams and sponsors from all around the world, whether you are a bar in Tenerife and want to put a team together or from the UK and want to bring your team on tour, you are all welcome. Just message us on our Facebook 'Tenerife 10s' or visit: www.teneriferugby10s.com. n

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CD TENERIFE

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Goal of the season sets up play-offs By Chris Todd Huesca in a two-leg final. In The blanquiazules’ form has been a bit strange recently. Home form has been steady but hardly spectacular, whereas away results have been fantastic, and that could bode well for the upcoming play-offs. Matches played in the Heliodoro stadium have been tight affairs, teams come to defend and it has been a struggle to break them down at times. On their travels, however, Tenerife has played on the counter attack and with the speed of several of their players who have scored and won games at will. They will now attempt to gain a place in La Liga for next season through the play-offs. The first match will be played in Cadiz on June 15 at 8pm. The return leg will be held four days later at a packed stadium in Santa Cruz, again with an 8pm kick off. If Tenerife can overcome Cadiz they will face either Getafe or

case of a tie on goals scored, there will no penalties to decide the winner. The team that finished higher in the league will progress. 04/05/2017 CD Tenerife 0 Nastic de Tarragona 1 Before the match Tenerife knew that one point would guarantee them a play-off spot. In reverse, visitors Nastic travelled to the island knowing that nothing but a win would be good enough to help them avoid relegation. Attacking options going into the match were limited for Tenerife. Choco Lozano and top scorer Amath (who made a late appearance as a substitute) struggled to make an impact on the game with lack of match fitness following a spell of injury. Iñaki had been drafted in as a replacement for the suspended Camille at left back

Omar Perdomo celebrates his wonder goal

but a defensive shuffle was needed when he limped off after just 15 minutes. With now no natural full backs to attack down the flanks, the blanquiazules were forced down the centre of the park and came up against a well organised Nastic defence. With chances few and far between, Gaku had a shout for a penalty waved away and it was just not going to be our day. Feelings were mixed amongst the sell out crowd: the team was creating little to generate much excitement but the fans knew

that elsewhere results were in our favour and the play-off dream was within reach. On the hour mark, Nastic had their one and only chance and scored, how many times have we seen that in the Heliodoro Stadium? It was an easy tap in by Nigerian international Uche. The game petered out somewhat but it was really immaterial as news filtered through that CD Tenerife, with a game to spare, had made it to the play-offs. Nastic were ecstatic with their 0-1 victory, which more or less

kept them up, and the Tenerife boss summed up the mood of the blanquiazules by stating that “this was our best ever defeat!” 10/06/2017 Real Zaragoza 1 CD Tenerife 2 Playing away from home always used to be the blanquiazules’ weak point, but not this season. In the week Zaragoza had been rocked by the declarations of their striker, Tenerifeborn Angel, who stated that he would love to score two goals (to make him top scorer in the division) but for CD Tenerife to win 2-3. Even though Zaragoza had nothing to play for except pride, he was placed on the transfer list and excluded from the team. With the play-offs already guaranteed Tenerife made several changes: Amath, Suso and Camille all on four yellow cards were not risked. Vitolo, Aaron and goalkeeper Dani were also left out.

Despite all the changes Tenerife started brightly, and then we had ‘that’ goal from young Canarian winger Omar Perdomo, a certain contender for goal of the season. Omar controlled the ball two metres in his own half, looked up and hit an inch perfect shot over the backtracking keeper and into the goal. It must have been a full 70 metres. Soon after striker Choco Lozano received a knock and was replaced as a cautionary measure, but still Tenerife dominated and when Carlos Ruiz made it 0-2 it was game over. Zaragoza did pull a late goal back but it was too little too late for the home side. The triumph was sufficient to leapfrog Cadiz into fourth place in the league. In theory, it gives Tenerife a slight advantage going into the play-offs as we play the away leg first. Anything can happen of course, but these are very exciting times for the island. n

NOMADS FC

Football for the young and old By Soccer Experience eral for the under 14s and 16s Summer tours The trip to the south of Spain is almost full but we are still looking for a few players of a decent level to participate in our UK Academy tour. Nomads’ youth teams and friends have organised fun football trips to Granada, Malaga and Costa del Sol in midJuly 2017, and the following week we head to the UK to participate in a competition against professional academy teams. We still need a few under 12s players for the UK trip and sev-

more Tenerife teams to make it more fun. If any potential walking football stars want to join the group or start a different team, please get in touch.

sides. More information on the tours can be found at: www. nomadsfc.com. Walking football Nomads Football Club is delighted to host walking football matches at our facilities in Los Cristianos. We have players in their 40s, 50s, 60s and one player is almost 70 years old! Our class is on Thursday mornings at 10.15am. We are also preparing our first Walking Football Tournament. Four teams from Lanzarote will be coming over for a weekend event in late June. We need two

Nomads Football Club hosts walking football matches at their facilities in Los Cristianos

Nomads youth teams We are always looking for new players as we believe that, no matter the talent, the most important aspect of team participation is that the players are making new friends through exercise. We would also like some more girls to join the Monday and Friday female football sessions so we can have separate younger and older groups.

Contact Further details on local football can be found at: www. nomadsfc.com. Each team has its own webpage. Alternatively, email: info@socexp. com or call/message: (+34) 654 200 470. Also visit our international website: www. socexp.com. n

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that the bloom you are about to consume is actually edible, as trying a random one can have dire consequences. There is a rule of thumb that says that if you can eat the plant then you can scoff the flowers, but that doesn’t always hold true. Stick to what you know or do very

to that of the leaves, though often more subtle. Good ones are basil, thyme, fennel, sage, borage and rosemary. The large and beautiful blooms from pumpkins and courgettes are also great added to soups or sautéed, and can even be stuffed and fried.

We already consume more flowers than we generally think, camomile being one

careful research. That said, here are enough ideas for you to be able to start brightening up your mealtimes right away.

Flavoursome flowers Flowers from herbs tend to have a taste which is similar

The whole family of violas is sweet and tasty. They feel slightly velvety and have a mild taste, somewhat like iceberg lettuce. The allium family includes leeks, chives, shallots and garlic. Every part of these plants is edible, including the blossoms, and they all

Nasturtiums are simply delicious Hibiscus flowers are a regular sight around the Islands and are tasty too

add a lovely hint of onion or garlic to a meal. One of the most widely used blooms for garnishing and decoration is the nasturtium. They are surprisingly peppery and a great addition to a salad or paté, as are the leaves. They make fabulously exotic garnishes too. Carnation petals are also perfect for savoury dishes as they are quite spicy and peppery as well. Marigolds are also peppery, tangy and spicy, and go with a wide variety of foods. Hibiscus is a very common plant around the Islands. The petals taste similar to cranberry fruits, with an intriguing hint of citrus that is absolutely unique. The flowers of the poor, underappreciated dandelion are actually highly edible and have a deliciously sweet, honey-like flavour. They make great tea too. The bright yellow blooms of the fennel plant have a gentle liquorice flavour that goes well with both savoury and sweet

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There are endless good reasons for adding flowering plants to your garden, and here’s one you may not have thought of yet: many common petals can make delicious additions to both sweet and savoury meals. Actually, we already consume plenty of blossoms, even if we don’t realise it. Artichokes are regularly munched on, for instance. A variety of thistle, the edible portions of the plant consist of the buds before the flowers come into bloom, as well as the stems. Delicious camomile flowers are often used as a herbal tea, and saffron, the popular spice used in cooking, is the stigmas out of crocus sativus flowers. Other examples include squash blossoms which are often used in Italian cuisine and rose petals being utilised in many areas of Indian cooking. The culinary use of flowers dates back thousands of years, with the first recorded mention being from 140 BC. The Romans and Ancient Greeks were well known for the use of blossoms in their gastronomy, and many other cultures have used blooms to add an exotic touch to a dish. Here we will list more ways of using them in the kitchen and you may be surprised by just how many you can actually eat, but there is just one word of caution: always verify

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Flower food

dishes, whilst pungent lavender blooms have a surprising citrus note. The delicate gorse flower, scattered around mountain areas, has a wonderful hint of coconut and can be used to make syrup, jelly and even ice cream. The list is seemingly endless, with angelica, chrysanthemums, primrose, cornflowers and many more commonly used. Whichever blooms you choose, it is always best to use ones you have grown yourself or which you are sure have come from an organic source, as

you want to be very sure they haven’t been treated with pesticides, etc. Also, never pick them from any public area or from the roadside as they could be contaminated with all sorts of nasty elements. Last but definitely not least, always remember to remove the stamens and pistils. Although there are a few exceptions, mostly it is only petals which are eaten. So, if you are thinking of adding a few flowers to your garden, why not choose some edibles ones and get creative at mealtimes. n

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Homes and properties for sale in the Canaries

STUDIO 4 DECOR

Does your home or rental property need a facelift? Perhaps there is one particular room which doesn’t quite have the ‘wow factor’ it used to.

Domestic wow factor You don’t have to spend a fortune to transform your home, sometimes simply changing the curtains and adding a few scatter cushions can achieve a fresh

room, or a complete refurbishment of your property and take the stress out of the process, working in conjunction with your estate agent if you

headboards and pelmets so you can ensure that your new sofa fits perfectly in your living space, no matter how awkward it may be. After all, our free time should be well spent and in complete comfort, relaxing with friends and family. As BBQ season approaches and the temperature starts to

replace the foam as well, so your chairs and sunbeds will look new again. All fabrics are machine washable and therefore practical and hard wearing. Instead of splashing out on a complete new terrace set, you can spend the money you save on entertaining.

such as pictures, unusual ornaments, throws, artificial flowers, candles and so on. Some people find choosing the finishing touches for their room the best part and the most fun, so call into the showroom to see what they have to offer. They are open Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 1.30pm and 3pm

Studio 4 Decor offers a free, no obligation design service at their showroom in Los Abrigos

Most people have an idea of what they wish to achieve but just don’t know where to start. Studio 4 Decor offers a free, no obligation design service at their showroom in Los Abrigos. They can talk over your ideas with you, and put together a mood board with various colours and textures to help bring your vision to life.

look. They have furniture to suit all tastes and budgets and take account of the fact that you may rent your property out and need to ensure that furnishings are both functional and practical, especially if you have families staying in the property. Studio 4 Decor can also help you with choosing a one-off piece of furniture to finish a

STUDIO 4 D E C O R C/ La Marina, 29. Los Abrigos Tel. 922 749 793 · 626 955 725 Opening hours Monday to Friday 9.30am to 1.30pm and 3pm to 6pm Website: www.studio4decor.net Email: info@studio4decor.net

have made a new purchase. They will hand the keys back to you and the transformation will be complete whilst you carry on with your life back in your own country. Studio 4 Decor has thousands of fabrics to choose from, for made-to-measure curtains and also offer a re-upholstery service. They make bespoke sofas,

For a mini face lift including made to measure curtains and bedspreads to a complete make over with the personal touch, call into our showroom in Los Abrigos for a free design consultation. Leave your keys with us and come back to a new home with the “Wow” factor without any of the stress.

Sometimes simply changing the curtains and adding a few scatter cushions can achieve a fresh look

rise we all spend more time outside, so if your terrace furniture looks a bit tired, Studio 4 Decor can make new cushion covers, and if necessary

Studio 4 Decor can also help if you are looking for a gift or maybe a wedding present as they have a variety of decorative items in the showroom,

to 6pm, or you can email them on: info@studio4decor.net. Also, visit: www.studio4decor.net, or call Michael on: 922 749 793 or 626 955 725. n

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BAR/RESTAURANT COSTA ADEJE This excellent traspaso opportunity has just recently come on to the market. This busy establishment specializes in lunch and dinner service along with a strong football/sports customer base who regularly frequent the establishment to watch their favorite sport on one of the 7 TV’s located around the bar. The restaurant/bar has an oﬃcial opening license

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+34 922 72 44 33 Fax +34 922 78 72 44

info@alliancetenerife.com

1 Bedroom Apartment in Costa del Silencio (Eureka) Location: touristic area, popular urbanisation, close to amenities Close to: coast, airport, transport, restaurants / bars / cafes Views: garden Rooms: american style kitchen Quality: tastefully decorated, well presented, immaculate condition, furnished, refurbished, renovated Parking: communal parking Community facilities: swimming pool Additional: bargain, viewing recommended

In Tenerife south, an exclusive acquisition in a touristic area. An exceptional property, renovated to a high standard. Ready to move in, a bargain at only €91,000. Call us to book your appointment to view this property NOW!

€91,000

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House for sale in El Fraile

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

Value: 502,500 € (1,500 € per m ) 2

Price 450,000 € (1,342,28 € per m ) 2

& 693 577 101

Urb. Oasis Dakota, Playa Fañabé 3 Bed Semi Detached

30€/month

Tel 629 244 958 € 155,000

Playa Honda Las Américas

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

€ 122,000 ALAN: 634 098 838

British Style Bar

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

€ 25,000

ALAN: 634 098 838

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Pebble Beach, Amarilla Golf

AMG00438 Overlooking the beautiful fairways as they sweep up to the peak of Teide, this 1 bedroom first floor apartment has been refurbished with a new kitchen and bathroom. The marina is just a short walk away where you will find a good selection of seaside restaurants. With good properties at this level of investment becoming more difficult to come by, be sure to add it to the viewing list before it is snapped up!

€100,000

RECENTLY REDUCED from 145.000€ OUT01084

Very pleasant 2 Bedroom top floor apartment with a spectacular panoramic view. The apartment has lots of natural sunlight and a bright and open plan living area. Located in the pretty Canarian Village of Tijoco Bajo just a few minutes drive to Costa Adeje. The property has a fantastic roof terrace of 30 sqm. and an underground parking space.

€139.950

£86,956 approx.

£121,695 approx.

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Roque del Conde

Tijoco Bajo, Adeje

SAN ANDRÉS

LA01383 Very spacious 2 bed, 2 bath townhouse with garage and terraces offering stunning views from both levels of the coastline and La Gomera. Best position in the row. Ideal family home situated in a very popular area just a short distance from all amenities, including a shopping center and motorway network. With easy access to town an ideal location for a permanent residence or a long term rental investor.

GOLF01161

Stunning 3 bed bungalow with that show home feel to it. This property has been extensively refurbished to a real high standard and no stone has been left unturned. Electrics, plumbing, damp proofing, air-con, spacious living areas have all been modified and all with a modern twist. It is based on a well maintained complex which has many on-site facilities making this a special holiday home.Must be seen to be appreciated!

Golf del Sur

€295,000

€225,000

£195,652 approx.

£256,521 approx.

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El Náutico Suites is considered to be one of the best private boutique type aparthotel developments in the Canary Islands and this apartment is considered to be the best located apartment within the complex, which sits right on the shoreline of the ocean. Impressive internal area of 239 m² plus an additional 98 m² of spectacular terraces, this apartment is very comfortable and luxurious to stay in.Facing out to the Ocean from three sides, it is almost like being on a ship, offering stunning views whilst al-fresco dining on any one of the terraces. You may be thrilled to see dolphins playing and whales passing by, just a couple of hundred metres out in the water.The apartment is extremely spacious, with a lounge for both relaxing and entertaining, a fully loaded kitchen of the highest quality, three very generously sized bedrooms, fitted wardrobes, air-conditioning, electronic roller blind shutters.

€950.000 £826,086 approx. Las Americas: Puerto Colon Marina, Local 117 / Golf del Sur: Las Adelfas I, Local 83 & CC San Blas 14, Local B

Tel: +34 922 714 700 / +34 922 715 064

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CML Tenerife CRISTIAN SUR Los Cristianos

Touristic apartment for sale

A rare opportunity to purchase a lovely 1 bedroom apartment on Cristian Sur, one of the most popular holiday complexes in Los Cristianos.

Price: 169.000â&#x201A;¬

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TOURISTIC APARTMENTS FOR SALE This appealing touristic complex is located in a privileged area in the town of Los Cristianos, at only 800 m from the seafront, close to shops and restaurants, with easy access from the motorway, and a short drive from the airport. Within the complex there are lovely garden areas, a play park, restaurant and swimming pool, everything you should need while holidaying in this Paradise Isle.

UNITS AVAILABLE NOW PRICES FROM ONLY 140.000 EUROS APARTMENTS OF 1 AND 2 BEDROOMS FULLY RENOVATED WE GUARANTEE YOUR RENTAL

CALL telephone numbers 657 088 285 or 628 842 913

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