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FREE F0R ALL! THE E-MAGAZINE FOR ISLAND LIFE SNEAK PEAKS! NOVEMBER 2021 | ISSUE 03

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CONTENT VISIT FROM YOUR SCREEN - ISLAND LIFE

05 EDITOR'S NOTE We have included a mini-virtual experience in this issue. A possibility to experience the pines for a few minutes.

13 COCONUT INSIGHT For many of us, coconut trees equals "exotic and tropical".

Several canary beaches are shaded by these palm trees.

It takes about 1 year for a new coconut to become ripe.

18 CHRISTMAS CALENDAR Canary Whistler is a new type of "story wrapping". With focus on feelgood meetings and content. Our first calendar will focus on just that.

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EXPLORE!

EXPLORE THE ISLANDS FROM MOTORBIKES 24 PINE TREE IMMERSION We have created a new mini-immersion. You can visit one of the pine forests on Gran Canaria.

27 MONARCH BUTTERFLY The monarch is the biggest butterfly in the Canary islands. It crossed the Atlantic ocean a long time ago, and is now part of the fauna on the islands.

ISLAND FOODIE DRAGON FRUIT

really enjoy touring the island. Especially going off-road with the Moto Guzzi TT.

For maintaining energy to repairing muscles runner and chef Isaac Mills shared some healthy diet plans on how to get that extra mile.

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EDITOR'S WORDS Do you know that many of the islands have pine forests? They are amazing to experience. We have included a mini-virtual experience in this issue. A possibility to experience the pines for a few minutes. You can learn more about the canary island pines in next issue.

"Experience the canary pines" This is an interactive e-magazine. So feel free to press the video play buttons, podcasts, links and some of the pictures.

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Y R O T S R U YO What to Know Do you want to see your story/picture in "canary whistler"? Just use the hashtags #canarystory and #canarywhistler We will add your stories continuously on the Instagram account @canarystory.

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WALK THE EARTH

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the capitol of the island. The city has amazing beaches, and city life. Many "digital nomads" rank Las Palmas very high.

You will find beautiful parks and excellent restaurants. Las Palmas also has one of Europes

"HAS ONE OF THE TOP URBAN

most important harbours. The starting point for

BEACHES IN EUROPE"

the Atlantic crossing event "the ARC".

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LAS PALMAS

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CHOOSE YOUR FIT

WE PRESENT LAS PALMAS THROUGH DIFFERENT PERSPECTIVES: WALKING, MOUNTAIN BIKING & 360°.

Las Palmas offer so many opportunities.

Strolling, biking, hiking, sailing, diving...

And the list goes on. You can even find natural wonders, such as a blooming crater.

"This volcanic crater and geological wonder is located towards the outer limits of the city".

Read more by clicking on the article to the right.

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El faro de Fuencaliente

Click on the video, to see Las Palmas through a new perspective. For those of you who are easily spooked - don't watch!

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"JOIN DANNY MACASKILL ON AN INSANE JOURNEY ACROSS THE ROOFTOPS OF GRAN CANARIA".

BELOW TO VISIT

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C A N A R Y

W H I S T L E R

The Beauty of Flowers & Trees Coconut Tree - Cocos nucifera Seeds are often spread by the wind or birds and insects. Can you imagine this with coconuts? Yeah, fun to visualize! But this is the reason why coconut trees are found close to the ocean. The water carry the nuts to new places.

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INSPIRATION

tropical". Several canary beaches are shaded by these palm trees. It takes about 1 year for a new coconut to become ripe.

"It is commonly believed that the name “coconut” was given by Portuguese sailors in the

"THE THREE HOLES ON THE COCONUT LOOKED LIKE A HUMAN FACE. “COCO” MEANS “LAUGHING FACE,” OR “GRIMACE".

16th century because the three holes on the

Coconuts are versatile and can be used for many

coconut looked like a human face. “Coco”

things. From sports drink to mattress filling. You

means “laughing face,” or “grimace.”

can read more here:

https://international.trendblog.agrana.com/en/fr

https://www.tui.co.uk/destinations/indian-

uit-of-the-month/coconut-fun-facts

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For many of us, coconut trees equals "exotic and

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Our first calendar will focus on just that. Tune in on our website for the reveal.

Look forward to "see" you!

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MONARCH BUTTERFY

MONARCH BUTTERFLIES HAR NOW EXTINCT. SO, IF YOU LIVE HERE, BUY SOME MILKWEED PLANTS - AND GIVE WILDLIFE A HELPING HAND.

The monarch is the biggest butterfly in the

It is a very exciting process that you can follow in

Canary islands. It crossed the Atlantic ocean a

your own garden. Watch the video below, to see

long time ago, and is now part of the fauna on

the final stage.

the islands. You can see these butterflies all year around. The butterflies here will not take part of the famous migration to Mexico. They have all they need here.

The butterflies lay their eggs on milkweed, and the caterpillars only eat from these "toxic" plants, and are therefore poisonous to predators.

Monarch butterflies har now extinct. So, if you leave here, buy some milkweed plants - and give wildlife a helping hand.

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PETER

KREYSS

MOTORCYCLING

Can you present yourself and your connection to the canary islands.

I moved to Gran Canaria more than three years ago. After 43 years as a teacher in primary school, I decided to emigrate! I took some of my hobby, Moto Guzzi motorcycles, with me and expanded it here.

I really enjoy touring the island. Especially going off-road with the Moto Guzzi TT. I have recorded a few tours on my website. There are some amazing routes on the island.

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MEET

INTERVIEW

"THE BEST MOTORCYCLE TIME BEGINS NOW IN NOVEMBER!" Do you have a favorite month/season to travel by motorbike here?

The best motorcycle time begins now in November! You can dress well and no longer have to sweat. In January it can be 0-2 degrees in the mountains, and you need a fleece and thick gloves. Until May this year it was very pleasant!

Do you have a favorite route/spot?

The most beautiful tours can be done around the Cruz de Tejeda. Ayacata, Tejeda, and Artenara are my favorites. Our husky loves the tour to the Presa de las Niñas, where she can bathe in fresh water!

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LEARN MORE ABOUT PETER KREYSS "I have published pictures and routes from the tours on my website":

www.motorrad-gespann-reisen.com/Blog Cran Canaria

A VISUAL DIARY WITH DOGS AND KIDS ON WHEELS! You can find inspiration about trips around the canary islands, as well as other destinations. A visual diary with dogs and kids on wheels!

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El Teied National Park

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EXPLORE MOTORBIKE I

"TWO SUNBURNT ISLANDS WHERE WIND AND VOLCANOES HAVE CARVED OUT SURREAL AND ALIEN LANDSCAPES".

The Canary islands are ideal for motorcycle exploration. The sun is reliable, and the mountain roads are plentiful. But the islands are very diverse, and offers different experiences.

You can click on the article to the right, for more information about Lanzarote and

Read more about off-road tracks on page 23.

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Furteventura.

"THE NUMBER OF KILOMETERS OF WIDE OFF-ROAD TRACKS THAT WE CAN FIND ON THE ISLAND OF EL TEIDE IS INCREDIBLE".

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OFF-ROAD TRACKS

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Dragon Fruit

ISLAND FOODIE Dragon fruit, or Pitaya (local name), is an exciting treat in the supermarkets. It is packed

with essential vitamins and minerals - and has a refreshing taste. There are different types of dragon fruit, from different types of cactus.

Some fruits have red pulp, while others have

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CAMEO MOMENTS?

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white. And they taste quite different.

"HOW TO" PITAYA BOWLS HEALTHY TREAT Click on the article below to find several dragon fruit recipes. From bowls to cocktails.

Why not try the "Holiday Bowl".

DRAGON FRUIT RECIPIES & TIPS DRAGON FRUIT LEMONADE Starbucks developed a lemonade, based on mango and dragon fruit.

Below is one, of many, recipes to make this lemonade at home.

There are many copycats out there. Why not try to make your own version!

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We have created a new mini-immersion. You can visit one of the pine forests on Gran Canaria.

You can also click on the playlist below, to discover the islands with drone vides.

We always look for possible mini-immersions.

Is there a place you would like to visit virtually.

E-mail us your idea: hello@canarywhistler.com

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NEW IMMERSION

IS THERE A PLACE YOU WOULD LIKE TO VISIT VIRTUALLY?

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