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TENERIFE’S TRAFFIC HEADACHE “GETTING WORSE” Business leaders call again for urgent action
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URIOUS business leaders have accused the Canary Government of “dragging its feet” over major road projects, including a “vital” third lane for the TF-1 in Tenerife and a new layout to relieve traffic in Las Chafiras. The Circle of Businesses and Entrepreneurs for the south of Tenerife (CEST) is once again calling for urgent action to free up the clogged roads of the island. It comes as new figures from the Civil Guard reveal that Tenerife is the second territory of Spain with the highest volume of vehicles per kilometre of road, the third in number of buses and the fourth in heavy vehicles. According to this data, there are currently 776,000 vehicles in Tenerife for 1,004,000 inhabitants and in Los Cristianos, at kilometre 69 of the South Highway (TF-1), there has been an increase of more than 9,000 cars per day in the last two years. Members say they appreciate that some progress is being made but not enough and want to see an increase in the workforce of technicians so that all outstanding projects
can get underway without further delay. “We demand that the works in Las Chafiras - Oroteanda be started once and for all and that the allocation of the insular ring section between Santiago del Teide and El Tanque no longer be delayed, as well as the drafting of the project and work of the third lane of TF-1 be tendered,” says CEST. In the opinion of businessmen and professionals of the south, all these works should be considered essential to improve mobility in Tenerife and also in Gran Canaria. Various meetings have been held to discuss the issues but the Circle says the agreements have to be accelerated. “Employers and professionals remember that, in these meetings, the Canarian Government committed to modify in some aspects the work of the Chafiras-
Carlos Alonso has detailed the 75 new road works which will be executed this year. Oroteanda link to improve accessibility to the Las Chafiras polygon,” says CEST. “The Executive also considered the proposal to
Teenager dies after plunging from electricity pylon
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N investigation is underway after a young teenager died when he fell about 30ft from an electricity pylon in Arona.
The accident happened between Guaza and Guargacho just before 2.30pm on Sunday. The 13-year-old boy suffered a massive electric shock and a severe traumatic brain injury. The emergency services rushed to the scene and medics managed at one stage to revive the youngster who was in cardiorespiratory arrest and had no pulse. A spokesman for the 112 control centre confirmed they had received a report at 2.25pm saying a person had fallen about ten metres from a pylon which he had apparently been climbing. Police, the Canary Emergency Service and the Civil Guard all rushed to the scene. The ambulance professionals verified that the victim was in cardiorespiratory arrest and has suffered serious electrocution, as well as severe severe traumatic brain injury. Medics performed basic and advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation and managed to recover his pulse. After being stabilised, he was transferred in a critical condition to the University Hospital of Our Lady of Candelaria in Santa Cruz where he died.
improve connectivity in San Eugenio and Playa Fañabé by covering a section of the TF-1 to improve urban connectivity in Adeje, a new roundabout in
Arona in the TF-28 with the TF481 and, in addition, the possibility of open a third provisional lane on the stretch of TF-1 between Los Cristianos
and Parque La Reina, to reduce current traffic jams during the hours of greatest congestion,” said a spokesman for the organisation.
Cleaning up the Carnival!
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ANTA Cruz has pledged to clean up its act as hundreds of thousands of people enjoy the annual Carnival.
The city council and police want to leave the streets cleaner than before and one of the measures is a warning of a fine to bar and restaurant owners if they don’t allow revellers to use their toilets. Local residents have been complaining about the number of people who urinate on the street during the festiity and the annoyance and smell this causes. A restaurant or bar owner could face a fine of up to 6,000 euros and there will be spotchecks by the police. There will, however, be more portable toilet put out on the streets. The famous Carnival is now in full swing and continues until March 10th on the theme of the “Deep Sea”. The main parade is on Tuesday, March 5th at 4pm.
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New agreement means Canarian police to help security in Arona
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HE municipality of Arona will incorporate, from now on, the Canarian Police as reinforcement to the security tasks in the municipality, whose troops will go on to provide support and collaboration to the Local Police.
This has been agreed in a deal signed by the Mayor, José Julián Mena, accompanied by the deputy councillor of the security department, Raquel García. Arona has made safety one of its priorities in the last three and a half years. Hence, more than 1.7 million euros have been invested in material resources for the Local Police, the approval of the List of Job Positions (RPT) and the improvement of the agents’ salaries and the coverage of the position, the first time, of chief deputy commissioner. El Fraile is also getting a security office.. The agreement, signed by the Mayor of Arona and the Minister of Territorial Policy, Sustainability and Security of the Government of the Canary Islands, Nieves Lady Barreto, establishes the cooperation framework between both police and the “active participation” of the Canarian Police in the citizen security of the municipality, as well as the provision of support by the latter also in specific tasks, the performance of joint operations and collaboration in the field of information, in addition to the realisation of training actions. José Julián Mena has underlined the importance that “not only have we reinforced the material means of the Local Police to improve the safety conditions of Arona, but now we add these tasks to the Canary Police itself, which will cooperate with troops, through of this agreement, to the work carried out by our agents”.
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The initiative is organised by the local council’s Department of Health, whose head is María de la O Gaspar González, with the collaboration of the El Médano Specialised Care Centre, the CanarianWalk for Life Foundation; the Association of Women with Breast Cancer of Tenerife (AMATE) and the Spanish Association against Cancer (AECC), among others. The venue is the auditorium of San Isidro Espacio Cívico The day, addressed to the entire population and with free entry, will begin at 9.45am with the opening and welcome by the Mayor, José Domingo Regalado, and the councillor of the area. From 10am, there will be a talk by the professionals of the specialised service of El Médano; at 10.15 am, the disease and its origin will be dealt with by physiotherapy, César Cabellos Caldera, and at 10.45 am, topics such as nutrition and emotions will be discussed by psychologist Sara Bote González. The second part of the
conference will focus on early detection and prevention, topics that will be presented by the secretary of the Canary Foundation for Life-Walk for Life, Hermina Tacoronte Sánchez, as well as in oncological physiotherapy by AECC physiotherapy, Raquel Pérez García, and in oncology aesthetics by the AMATE aesthetic-oncology services coordinator, Virginia López Bonfante. Also, there will be time for laughter therapy as the culmination of the day. Councillor for Health, María de la O Gaspar, invites the general population to attend these talks, which are free, in which they will discuss and explain key aspects that help not only those who suffer from this pathology, but also , serve as preventive actions to the general population, something fundamental in this type of diseases that increasingly affects a greater percentage of the population. (It has not been specified if the conference will be held or include English).
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ELE-ASSISTANCE offered by the SUC to the alerters and the Local Police saved the life of a resident of Granadilla.
The doctor told them how to perform cardiac massage until the arrival of ambulances. The Canary Emergency Service intervened in a bar in the municipality of Granadillade Abona where a 70year-old man suffered a collapse. The people who were with him alerted the 11-2 centre, saying he was unconscious. Immediately, the call was answered by the coordinating doctor of the SUC present in the Coordinating Centre who, after performing the relevant questioning, could deduce that the patient was in cardiorespiratory arrest and gave instructions on how to perform massage.. At the same time, a resource ma-
nager of the SUC was responsible for activating a sanitarised ambulance and a medical ambulance to go to the scene. The first to arrive were two Local Police officers from Granadilla who relieved the first participants in the execution of basic cardiopulmonar y resuscitation following at all times the instructions of the SUC doctor. At the arrival of the SUC ambulance sanitary staff found that the patient continued in cardiorespiratory arrest so proceeded to perform advanced cardiopulmonar y resuscitation and his heart rate was recovered. Medics said the condition of the man was favourable.
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Spain goes to the polls on April 28th SNAP ELECTION said a spokesman for the Spanish Government. In a speech following a Cabinet meeting, the Socialist Party (PSOE) leader listed his government’s achievements in these last eight-and-a-half months,
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PAIN will be going to the polls on Sunday, April 28th after Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called a snap election for Sunday, April 28th. It means Spaniards will be voting for the third time in four years. “ The President of the Gover nment, Pedro Sánchez, announced in an official statement to the media that, following a
deliberation by the Council of Ministers, that he has proposed to dissolve the two Houses of Parliament and call general elections to be held on Sunday, 28 April. Pedro Sánchez notified H.M. the King of this decision,”
including job creation and initiatives on environmental and social issues. He also warned against making choices that could lead to greater confrontation in an increasingly polarised country.
Toddler dies in balcony fall
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British man, 54, dies whilst diving off coast of Arico
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54-year-old British man has died whilst diving off the coast of Tenerife on Valentine’s Day.
The tragedy happened just before 4pm in the rugged area of Abades in the district of Arico. Desperate attempts were made to save the man’s life, both by people on the scene who received advice over the telephone and then by medics. The Canar y Emergency
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three-year-old toddler has died after plunging from a third-floor balcony whilst on holiday in Tenerife.
The little girl was rushed to hospital after the accident but died of her injuries the next day. The tragedy happened in Los Gigantes. The youngster was Russian and was on holiday with her parents. The emergency services had been called to a block of flats on José González Forte avenue at 3.30pm. She fell from the balcony into an inner courtyard and suffered severe head injuries. Medics gave her treatment at the scene before an ambulance took her to a local football field in nearby Puerto Santiago. An emergency helicopter then flew her to the University Hospital Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria in the capital of Santa Cruz where she was admitted in a critical condition but she died on Tuesday night. Police have opened an investigation but are treating the incident as a tragic accident.
Service, medical helicopter, Civil Guard and local police all attended. “At 3.51pm on February 14th, we received an alert stating that a person was transferring a diver who needed medical assistance to land,” said the spokesman. “The 1-1-2 immediately activated the necessary emergency resources. Meantime, a coordinating doctor present in the operational room talked to the person who had raised the alert, found that the patient was in cardiorespiratory arrest, and indicated by telecare how to practise resuscitation until the arrival of the health resources.” “Medics then went to the beach, together with two ambulances and a medical helicopter. They found that the patient remained in cardiorespiratory arrest and performed basic and advanced cardiopulmonary resuscitation without obtaining results, confirming his death.” An investigation has opened.
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New beach, promenade and access envisaged for Las Galletas
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Land offered in Playa de las Americas for new fire station
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RONA council is working with Tenerife Cabildo and the State Government to promote a historic project for Las Galletas, which would allow the beach to be extended at the entrance to this nucleus and create a large pedestrian walkway, taking access to the calle Finca Don Virgilio.
To do this, the municipality requires the Cabildo to undertake the expropriations this year, carry out the project and tender the construction works for that road,. The municipality already has the drafted projects of the two phases, the second of which is only pending the completion of an expropriation process. “Arona council has every intention that the current access area to Las Galletas is completely modified and modernised, creating a large public coastal area, so that a new beach is generated, much wider than the existing one, and a maritime walk, moving the entrance road to the so-called calle Finca Don Virgilio,” a spokesman explained. “So far, the corporation has moved in two directions. On the one hand, before the Cabildo de Tenerife, demanding that it build the new access to the town, adequately conditioning that road. For this, we expect the insular corporation to undertake the expropriations this year, draft the project and tender the work. And, on the
other, before the State Government itself, in particular the General Directorate of Coasts, so that the extension of the beach can go ahead.” With the second, both the Mayor of Arona, José Julián Mena, and several councillors have held different meetings to promote the beach project. This issue has been addressed by Sr. Mena, both during the visit made to the municipality in September by the Minister of Industry, Commerce and Tourism, Reyes Maroto, and on the occasion of the celebration just a few weeks ago of the Fitur international fair in Madrid. Once the access to Las Galletas is transferred to calle Finca Don Virgilio, recovery work could be undertaken in the area of the beach that was lost with the construction of the current highway, complementing it with a seafront promenade that, in a first phase, would go to the fishing port and, in the second, from this to the beach of La Ballena.
The new walk would be conceived as a modern space, without architectural barriers, for pedestrians and bicycles, equipped with planters, street lighting and access to the beach and integrated with the rest of the town, while the new public services beach would be equipped with showers and changing rooms. This project is the first of two phases of integral recovery of the Paseo de Las Galletas.
Both already have a project drafted. The second is the most advanced of the two, since it is only pending that the Government of the State undertakes the last of the expropriations. Sr. Mena said: “There is no doubt for us: it is totally necessar y to recover the coastal area of Las Galletas and create a large coastal area, modern and that transforms this locality.”
Burglary at bingo hall
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ATIONAL Police arrested a man with nine police records for an alleged crime of robbery with force in a bingo hall in Santa Cruz, where he stole a safe containing 20,000 euros. The theft occurred at dawn, after the closure of the establishment. The man is said to have rammed the security gates with a stolen car. He fled the scene in a different vehicle, also stolen. Both vehicles have been recovered. The detainee is being investigated for the crimes of burglary, theft, robbery and the use of a motor vehicle against road safety.
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Technicians from the local council and Consortium have visited municipal land located in calle Las Madrigueras in Playa de las Américas, with the objective that the land can be transferred to this entity, all with the aim of building a new fire station that extends its scope of action to the area of Arona-Adeje-Guía de Isora. This is an area with a population that already exceeds 170,000 inhabitants, 40,000 beds and around 1.5 million tourists. Concerning the fire station of San Miguel de Abona, most of the incidents that are received come precisely from the area of Los CristianosPlaya de las Americas, which is why the municipality has proposed the transfer of land use in the latter, a strategic place for the location of the new park, since the ideal is
that the times of action do not exceed ten minutes. Deputy Mayor of Arona’s security department, Raquel García explained “the great interest the municipality has to host the facilities of the new fire station of the southern region, which would result in an improvement of the service for our residents.” “What we need now, once we agree on the need for a new park, is to agree on the most appropriate legal formula to be able to give that use to the land we have available and that we have offered in Playa de las Américas,” she said. “Without a doubt, professional firefighters perform a magnificent task, fundamental for the whole of the society of Tenerife and the south, so for this group of government and for this municipality it is a priority that can be established in Arona.”
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Bus company makes biggest investment of 23.3m euros in new fleet
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as has been proven in other places where this model already operates. Sr. Alonso said that universal accessibility is important to turn the bus into a real
alternative to private vehicles and stressed that, for the first time, seven long-distance lowend 15-metre vehicles have been purchased. “These buses will come
equipped with a ramp that will be deployed for better access for people with reduced mobility, instead of the elevator that hinders and delays the ascent to the
Shock as terrorist suspect arrested in La Laguna
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HERE was shock in and around La Laguna when the Civil Guard arrested a 30-year-old man for promoting terrorism and who proclaimed that “one day he would be famous”.
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ENERIFE’S bus company has acquired 104 new interurban buses, worth 23.3 million euros, which will cover the metropolitan area, the south and the north of the island and will enter into service in the first semester of this year. The president of the Cabildo, Carlos Alonso, stressed that with this new acquisition, the largest one made by the company in its history, it wants to strengthen the commitment to public
transport to the detriment of private vehicles to promote more sustainable mobility . In this context, he said that the new vehicles will allow the company to continue advancing in the expansion and renewal of the
fleet and reduce the average age of the same from 8.1 years to 6.5 years. “These new purchases will allow TITSA to renew 70% of the fleet,” he said. The new purchases included three hybrid vehicles, Scania brand, 12 metres long, which will be tested in different lines of the company that meet their typology and that will save between 10% and 15 % fuel,
The suspect was born in Santa Cruz and had been under investigation for nearly two years. He is being held for a crime of terrorist self-indoctrination. He has been identified only by his initials of EMC. “The process of self-radicalisation experienced by the detainee, who has a history of gender violence, has its origin in the consumption of a large amount of violent propaganda material, disseminated by media producers related to jihadist terrorist groups, mainly Al Qaeda and DAESH,” said a police spokesman. “Encouraged by the visualisation of these contents, he announced to the people of his environment that one day he would become famous, not fearing the possible consequences.” The detainee was known to have carried out searches and visited pages related to the manufacture of homemade explosive devices, firearms and cartridges; knowledge that he would have already put into practice in his own home making some kind of artifact, of whose effectiveness he himself was surprised. ”The combination of the violent nature of EMC, his justification of violent actions based on alleged religious precepts, the fact that he considers itself the victim of an unjust sentence, together with his recent interest in acquiring the necessary knowledge to manufacture homemade explosive devices, has determined that those responsible for the investigation decided to act in the face of the threat that this individual poses, proceeding to arrest and bring him to justice, “ said the police. Police will now be carrying out further analysis of evidence found in his home.
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Police allege breaches at diving centres
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Visits were made between January 5th and 8th during a campaign to intensify the control of these activities. Of the eight diving centres, two were in Abades, two in Radazul and four in Las Galletas. A dossier has now been opened alleging a total of 61 administrative infractions. These are said to include performance of the diving activity without authorisation from the Government of the Canary Islands; lack of registration; infractions in the field of active tourism; breach of the regulations of the Industry Law; workers in an irregular situation in Social Security and deficiencies in security equipment.
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HE Loro Parque Foundation has signed several collaboration agreements and contracts with research teams from the two Canarian universities and the NGOs Elasmocan and AVANFUER, to start the CanBio project, a research programme financed jointly by Loro Parque and the Canary Islands Government. Through this project, different research groups from the University of La Laguna (ULL) and the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (ULPGC) will study climate change in the sea and ocean acidification, as well as its effects on marine biodiversity in the Canary Islands and Macaronesia, especially on cetaceans, sea turtles, sharks and rays. The project, involving an investment of two million euros over four years, has started with the placement of a measuring station in the Benchijigua Express ferry (of the Fred Olsen shipping company), which has already begun to collect data on coastal acidification in the region. This data will be supplemented with another measuring station on the ship Renate P (of the shipping company NISA Maritima)
which makes trips between Tenerife, Las Palmas, Lanzarote and Barcelona, and will provide information on the Macaronesia region. A coastal network is also being set up for monitoring marine environmental parameters linked to climate change, ocean acidification and underwater noise pollution, as well as their effects on the marine biodiversity of the Canary Islands. This network will initially consist of two buoys equipped with scientific instruments, one in Gran Canaria and the other in Tenerife. In subsequent years, several scientific operations will be carried out with autonomous vehicles, which will travel around the archipelago and the Macaronesia obtaining information on the effects of climate change on the ocean and on the distribution of species such as
cetaceans. “All these actions are linked to the previous activity of the Foundation in the archipelago and will allow us to obtain essential information with which to interpret the effects that global change will produce in the marine organisms
of the Canar y Islands and Macaronesia. In this way, the region will become a world reference, providing relevant data on climate change for the international community, whilst helping to diagnose the effects of global change in the area,” said a Loro Parque spokesman.
ATIONAL Police arrested a man with nine police records for an alleged crime of robbery with force in a bingo hall in Santa Cruz, where he stole a safe containing 20,000 euros.
The theft occurred at dawn, after the closure of the establishment. The man is said to have rammed the security gates with a stolen car. He fled the scene in a different vehicle, also stolen. Both vehicles have been recovered. The detainee is being investigated for the crimes of burglary, theft, robbery and the use of a motor vehicle against road safety.
A year to celebrate for Canary pioneer Hospiten Group
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HE Hospiten Group is celebrating 50 years of history and does so as one of the private hospital managers of reference, located among the five largest in Spain. Hospiten, which began its activity in 1969 in Puerto de la Cruz, currently has 20 medicalhospital centres, 5,000 employees, more than 1,200 beds and an average number of patients exceeding 1,700. 000 a year. In addition to Spain, where
it manages ten centres located in Tenerife, Lanzarote, Gran Canaria, Estepona, Algeciras and Madrid, it also has a presence in the Dominican Republic, Mexico, Jamaica and Panama where it currently has ten other medical-hospital centr. In Madrid, it has a centre completely specialised in the treatment of cancer, MD Anderson Cancer Center Madrid, one of the most prestigious cancer centres in Spain and a subsidiary of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Centre in Houston, which has latest advances related to the
prevention, early diagnosis and treatment of this disease. Hospiten, a company with 100 per cent Canarian capital, closed the year 2018 with a turnover of 335 million euros. For the president of Hospiten, Dr. Pedro Luis Cobiella, these results “are encouraging and reinforce the commitment to provide medical-hospital services at the highest level in different parts of the world.” “After 50 years of effort to improve health, I do not want to miss the opportunity to thank the effort and the daily work of all the medical specialists and
nursing professionals and, in general, all the people who have been part of this project. and that have contributed so that Hospiten today is synonymous with quality and international prestige. Also to all the patients who choose us and who trust us year after year, allowing us to grow, “he said. Pedro Luis Cobiella emphasises that one of the objectives of Hospiten is to strengthen its expansion in Latin America. However, the Canarian operator has also begun to study business opportunities in the Middle East.
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Valle San Lorenzo residents promised a “before and after” town
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RONA council is promising residents of Valle San Lorenzo a “before and after” scenario as a major facelift for the centre of the town gets underway. The Mayor, José Julián Mena said he was aware they had already done some work but further modernisation and improvements were vital. Work is currently ongoing on the new sports hall, an area where new accesses and parking areas will be created, together with two roundabouts for the circulation of traffic, public lighting, landscaping, space for pets and gardens, among others. The project is part of the #AronaAvanza programme. The new sports hall sits on a plot of 30,647 square metres. However, the density of traffic in the area, the need for access and parking, as well as public spaces has led the corporation to address a comprehensive urbanisation of the environment, in an important area that has more than 10,300 square metres. With an estimated execution period of eight months, this area will be equipped with street furniture, gardens, street lighting, a space for walking and recreation of pets, fitness equipment with biosaludables and a multi-sports court. A second phase of this project will link the general TF28 road with the sports city of Valle San Lorenzo - with the sports centre itself and the football and wrestling fields and will provide the nucleus with another large parking area over which negotiations are already in hand. The council has also held meetings with the Island Water
Council for the future construction of this ring road from the main road. Sr. Mena explained: “Although we have made important investments in Valle San Lorenzo, from asphalting to channeling ravines, passing through the Farmer’s Market or the works that are executed in the sports centre and in the field Óscar Pérez Barrios, the reality is that the urbanisation of the pavilion’s surroundings will mark a before and after in the Valley.” He added: “The Valley needs to modernise its infrastructures and public spaces and this project involves new roads, accesses, parking spaces, gardens and public spaces, which is going to be a giant step for all the residents.” Environment councillor, José Luis Gómez, stressed that “the work of the sports pavilion is an excellent opportunity to undertake a comprehensive project of the entire environment that will lead to an important modernisation of Valle San Lorenzo.” “We know of the need for more parking, better access and, in general, public spaces, hence the impetus to this project, which will be key to the town, the same way that the second phase is going to give an answer to one of the main demands from residents and business owners, that is the lack of car parks which largely solved with this work,” he added.
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Beacon system replaced on Las Vistas beach
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ECURITY is being stepped up on the main beach of Los Cristianos to limit the sea areas which can be used by bathers and those practising aquatic sports.
Arona council’s environment department has replaced the entire beacon system of Las Vistas which will not only improve visibility but help to keep the prestigious “Blue Flag” award. The previous beacon system was in a state of deterioration, both due to the passage of time and tides and storms, which has led the corporation to change buoys, chains, shackles and large floats. The works have ended with the installation of a field of five buoys of 800 millimetres, 30 of 400 millimetres, 103 units of floats of 300, 570 metres of chains and 270 shackles, establishing a coastal band, parallel to the coast, 200 metres wide, in which navigation is prohibited or conditioned to a maximum speed of three knots. In the last three and a half years, the council has carried out numerous improvement
works on the Las Vistas beach, which has a blue flag, the main qualification of excellence and quality. The last of the actions was the construction of a large shaded area on the public swimming platform assisted at sea for people with mobility problems, one of the largest of these characteristics in Europe. The Mayor of Arona, José Julián Mena said: “In the last three and a half years, an
STOMACH WOUND
Man injured in La Laguna knife brawl
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OLICE in La Laguna have been investigating a brawl involving a large number of people, one of whom suffered a knife wound to his stomach.
The fight broke out in the area of the La Cuesta-Taco road at about 9.30pm on January 31st. The 112 emergency control centre received a request for an ambulance as a result of one person having been injured. Local and national police attended and medics treated the man, aged 35, at the scene before he was taken on to hospital. His injuries were described as “moderate”.
important effort has been made in terms of beach and coastline, with the recovery of the three simultaneous blue flags for the municipality. However, the achievements must lead us to continue deepening the improvement of public spaces that the municipality has. The replacement of the beaconing is key to guarantee the safety of the users and, in addition, it is a requirement that will allow us
to continue maintaining this certification of blue flag, key for the municipality.” Councillor for environment, José Luis Gómez also stressed the importance “that Las Vistas continues to improve its services and facilities”, saying: “We have a magnificent beach that has a blue flag, which is a reference in accessibility and, even so, it will continue to evolve and offer new services to residents and visitors.”
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HE emergency services have carried out yet another rescue of an injured hiker, this time in Buenavista del Norte.
Firefighters based in the park of Icod de los Vinos to rescue the woman who suffered a fall in Callejón de Teno, in the zone of the Rural Park. The woman injured her ankle and was unabe to continue on her own. She was transferred by stretcher to an ambulance.
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After Rambo, Puerto de la Cruz hosts another movie
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UERTO de la Cruz is becoming somewhat of a mecca for movies as it once again hosts a new film shoot.
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UERTO de la Cruz has taken another step in its bid to encourage sustainable mobility in the municipality.
Measures have yet to be agreed but electric vehicles will play a major part. The aim, says the Mayor Lope Afonso, is to “achieve a more comfortable and attractive city”. The council is currently preparing a new Urban Sustainable Mobility Plan (PMUS), commissioned to the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. Representatives of the drafting entity met recently with municipal technicians of Puerto de la Cruz with the objective of establishing the basic lines around which the aforementioned plan will be developed. This first meeting addressed issues such as the general analysis of the documentation and information provided by the council, in addition to the initial definition of the content of the 16 sectoral plans with which the PMUS must count. The plan will be developed in the coming months.
The company Orange Valley has returned to the northern municipality to record another of its productions. This time, it is a Scandinavian film entitled “Charter”. Around 90 per cent of the scenes will be shot in different locations of the tourist city up until March 21st. This project will have an economic impact of about 600,000 euros and will employ
350 extras, in addition to small companies that have been recently selected and that will help in the production work of this feature film, which will be presented at different international festivals. Puerto’s Mayor, Lope Afonso, said the municipality is “prepared to host any film production” and its choice for a new feature film this year
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N early-evening brawl in La Laguna left a 47year-old man with a stab wound.
The emergency services were called out to calle Sancho Panza just after 6.30pm following reports that someone had been injured. Medics said the man had a sharp wound to the back, described as of a moderate nature and caused by a knife, and was taken to the University Hospital of the Canary Islands. Another man, aged 69, needed attention at the scene for slight bruising. National and local police attended and are investigating what happened.
Orange Valley team highlights the “great potential that Puerto de la Cruz has as an enclave for the production of all kinds of films.” These initiatives generate “wealth in the city and jobs, in addition to increasing hotel occupancy by hosting the management team and technicians in the hotels of the municipality,” he said. Tourism councillor, Dimple Melwani, noted the scope of this film for Puerto de la Cruz and the island as a tourist destination in a market like Scandinavia which “must continue to
strengthen and strengthen.” “Puerto de la Cruz has been hosting numerous advertising spots in recent years, in addition to the past filming of Happy People and the current one, which value the authenticity and attractiveness of the city to be the first choice of these producers,” she said. Just a few months ago, Puerto saw the filming of several scenes of the cinematographic blockbuster Rambo V with Sylvester Stallone who stayed at the Botanic Hotel during his stay in Tenerife.
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ENERIFE’S successful tourism model is based very much on hotel chains, a new study has revealed.
Of the 239 hotel establishments registered on the island, 132 are in the hands of chains (56 per cent), both insular, national and international, in front of the remaining 107 (44 per cent) who are independent. More than 82 per cent of the 89,197 hotel beds (73,333) are managed by a chain, compared with the remaining 18 per cent of beds, which are part of independent hotel companies. This shows that independent structures are smaller and with a lower capacity (15,863 beds). The figures were presented to the hotel association, Ashotel and have been compiled by researchers at the University of La Laguna. The breakdown is: Iberostar
(4,812 beds), Meliá (4,777), H10 Hotels (4,614), Hovima Hotels (4,005), Be Live Hotels (3,434), GF Hotels ( 2,850), RIU Hotels & Resorts (2,727), Gema Beach (2,338), Barceló Hotel Group (2,319) and Blue Sea Hotels (2,233). Among the 19 island chains analysed, nine count with more than 1,000 seats. Of these, the largest volume is Hovima Hotels (4,005 beds), followed by GF Hoteles (2,850), Gema Playa (2,338), Spring Hotels (2,109), Dreamplace Hotels (1,660), Adrián Hoteles (1,385), Sand & Sea Hotels (1,120) and Coral Hotels (1,014). The remaining 11 chains with a corporate headquarters in Tenerife range from 39 places of XQ Hotels to 924 of Kn H & R, passing
through Hecansa (143), Adonis Resort (260), RF Hotels (278), Grupo Pez Azul (306), Della Hoteles (337), Trianflor Hoteles (355), Grupo Altalay (486), PY H & R (564) and The Tais-CIO (732). Raúl Hernández of the university’s tourism studies said Tenerife had another 50,000 apartments and 50,000 (estimated data) of holiday rentals. He pointed out that the Canaries’ tourist development in its initial phase was simpler than that of the Balearic Islands, for example, which has seasons of six months, while in the Canary Islands “we are open for 12 months.” Ashotel manager, Juan Pablo González said the hotel chain system in Tenerife responds to the model that the island has been providing for decades and, without a doubt, “has been successful”,
Network of new tourist panels in La Orotava V ISITORS interested in knowing more about La Orotava now have another helping hand, courtesy of the local council. Tourist information panels have been updated and increased to 45 in
total. They are in four languages - Spanish, English, French and German - and feature the new innovation of QR codes to access an audio guide that allows you to listen, in different languages and on the device itself, to the general information of the site. This QR system also directs the user to the municipal tourism website where you can access more photos of the interior of the attraction or areas. “The panels provide a very useful tool for interpreting our heritage for both residents and visitors, “ said tourism councillor Delia Escobar. The collaboration and joint sponsorship of the Directorate General of Heritage of the Government of the Canary Islands led by Miguel Ángel Clavijo has been part of this project.
compared to other models with greater weight of extrahotel plants . In that sense, he added that Tenerife has the
highest concentration of five star hotels throughout Europe, with 32 establishments of this category in the south of the
island. However, he recalled that the largest product in Tenerife is that of four star hotels.
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Police rescue man, 65, from house blaze
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OLICE officers rescued a 65-year-old man from a burning house in La Victoria in the north of Tenerife.
He suffered severe burns and was rushed to the University Hospital of the Canary Islands. The fire happened in a property in calle Fuente del Tanque just before 9pm. The Canar y Emergency Service attended, together with
Tenerife firefighters, the Civil Guard and local police. The police services managed to rescue the man from the interior of the house and firefighters put out the fire which reportedly affected the entire house. However, no-one else was injured.
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Krysia Zaruby Claxton art exhibition
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RYSIA Zaruby Claxton art exhibition will be held in the parsonage of the All Saints Church in Puerto de la Cruz from february 6th to the february 28th.
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E Cotta Law, the Firm of English and Spanish Lawyers with offices in the Canary Islands and mainland Spain, are inaugurating their new office in Costa Adeje on Thursday 14th March 2019, from 1:30 pm onwards. The new office is located at Centro Comercial Terranova, Locales 312-313, Avenida de España, Costa Adeje, in front of Playa La Pinta, should you wish to join the partners and staff of the Firm to celebrate the opening of their new office please call on 922 719 520 or send an email to tenerife@decottalaw.net Since 1983 De Cotta Law – incorporated as De Cotta McKenna y Santafé – has combined a strong legal track record with international expertise. Their integrated team of Spanish qualified lawyers and English qualified solicitors and barristers is one of the most versatile and experienced law firms in Spain, with offices in Tenerife, Mijas, Nerja and Coín. The firm has established an international reputation working with Spanish, UK, Italian, Dutch, Belgian and Scandinavian clients and with businesses and individuals from many other countries. Services include complete Conveyancing on property purchases, sales and transfers, Inheritance and wills, Civil litigation and Personal Injury, all aspects of Family law, Criminal law, Timeshare, Tax and Commercial law. The partners and staff of De Cotta Law Tenerife look forward to meeting you at their inauguration party. Visit De Cotta Law’s new offices, in Avenida de España, s/n, Centro Comercial Terranova, Locales 312-313, Costa Adeje, Tenerife, tel. (0034) 922 719 520, email tenerife@decottalaw.net, website www.decottalaw.com
The exhibition will be open on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 11am to 15pmThe Exhibition comprises of spiritual and prophetic works with Biblical vision. Inspired by the artist’s deep faith in God and The Holy TrinityOPEN TO THE WORLD All churches, denominations, cultures, nationalities and families are welcome. The paintings speak a thousand words. Come and view for yourself FREE ENTRY
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Happy ending at last All Saints Church latest for lucky Perruna news W
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NE of my abiding childhood memories is of my father creating a little fire on the patio on one of the days leading up to the beginning of Lent. What he was doing was burning some of the previous year’s palm crosses in order to create some ash to be used at the service on Ash Wednesday, and traditionally this is how it is done. Unfortunately palm crosses are really hard to burn, so my Dad’s solution was to add in a page from a national newspaper to help them catch light. This was a family secret that we kept throughout his life, until all was revealed at his funeral. I have only once tried to follow suit. Maybe it was because my politics (and therefore my preferred newspaper) were rather different from his, but I had no success at all in creating ash that way. Happily nowadays you can buy ready made ash from specialist liturgical suppliers, and I have brought some with me from the UK. Ash Wednesday this year is on 6 March. The tradition of “imposing” ash on the foreheads of the faithful is an ancient one. It’s intended as a reminder that our lives are short and are to be lived to the full. The previous day, Shrove Tuesday, is often marked by mardi gras (or “Fat Tuesday”) celebrations when Christians eat up the “sinful” foods, particularly eggs and fats, before the penitential period of Lent begins, hence the English fondness for pancakes. Celebrations in other parts of the world are of course rather more colourful. During the Ash Wednesday service the priest uses the ashes to make a sign of the cross on people’s foreheads, with the words: “remember that you are dust, and to dust you shall return. Turn away from sin and be faithful to Christ”. And in the six weeks that follow, we shall be looking for ways to do just that. Although this service used to be relatively uncommon outside the Roman Catholic Church it has gained surprising popularity in recent years. In the UK some bishops and other clergy now go outside their churches and into the streets to offer people ash, and this seems to be very well received. Our Ash Wednesday service of Holy Communion and imposition of ashes is at 10.00 am on 6 March. Why not come along and give it a try. Our services: Holy Communion on Sundays at 9.30 am and 11.00 am and on Wednesdays at 10.00 am. Taizé worship on the following Thursdays at 5.30 pm: 28 February, 14 and 28 March. Chaplain: The Revd Dr Paula Clifford Tel: 922 38 40 38; Email: paulaclifford4@gmail.com
E never give up on the dogs in our care and we constantly strive to find kind loving new homes for them.
One of our gorgeous dogs is a lovely ten year old German shepherd who has spent four years waiting patiently for her day to come. Well her did and we are so grateful to the lovely Robertson family who made Perruna’s dream come true. We wish them all lots of happiness together in the years to come. It’s days like that that makes our hard work and dedication so worthwhile.
Education scheme Accion Del Sol have once again started its educational programme with the local schools and colleges to try to raise awareness of the ongoing plight of the dogs in Tenerife. We firmly believe in educating the school children in the correct way to care for their pets and for the children to understand that dogs do have feelings and need love, good food, regular walks and proper health care in an effort to reduce the number of abandoned dogs and to give the dogs a better quality of life.
Solidarity walk Our next event at Accion Del Sol will be on the 24th of February at 10am and we are inviting our friends and supporters to join us in a solidarity walk to the beach to raise awareness of adopting a dog, many of whom are mixed breed dogs that will make wonderful pets proving that we do not need to buy pedigree puppies when the refuge is full of gorgeous dogs. We would like you to join our campaign and to wear a green scarf or large handkerchief around your neck to show our unity. Please do come and support this event and make a dog very happy by having a nice gentle walk down to the nearby beach. Please contact the refuge on number below to confirm your attendance.
Your help
Please do call the refuge on 664321219 or 602463242 between the hours of 8am -17.00 if you can help in any way. We are always in need of tinned dog food for our older dogs, blankets, towels, sheets, dog toys, and collars and leads. If you have any of the above to spare they would be very much appreciated at the refuge, or visit Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons from 14.00-17.00pm and Saturdays 13.0016.00. We are situated directly under the Eolica Parque exit 52 on the TF1 north bound which is after the after the El Medano junction. Head for the giant windmills on the coast and we are the buildings on the right hand-side or email the refuge at teneriffa@aktiontier.org or visit our Facebook page , action tier Accion del SOL
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There were a record number of ‘Friends’ who enjoyed our regular coach trip to Iceland in Las Americas, not forgetting calling at Scampi’s for their superb Fish and Chips (and mushy peas) . For those who are not afficionados of this very popular meal, the beach is only a few steps away, not forgetting the many shops nearby. However, in future, will those who have booked to go on the coach, please let us know as soon as possible if you are unable to attend, so that it will not delay our departure - and we often have a waiting list of persons wishing to join us. Don’t forget our AGM which is to be held at the Teide Mar Apartments in La Paz on February 26th at 6.00 for 6.30 p.m. The meeting will be followed by a buffet for the
price of 5euros. On Tuesday 19th March we have organised a lunch at the Restaurant Mini-Golf in La Paz.
The time is 1.00 for 1.30 p.m., and the price to members is 20 euros. Future events which have been organised will be detailed in a future edition of The Tenerife News, but if you would like more information, or to book for these events, please contact Maureen on 922 341979, or Jean on 922 384 809. You can also follow us on Facebook.
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HIS lovely German Shepherd, Garifiano, was found abandoned. We think he has around 5 or 6 years old. He is friendly and also good with other dogs.
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Lots going on at Friends of Tenerife N Saturday 2nd February the Friends of Tenerife had yet another very successful day at their stall at the All Saints’ Car Boot Stall. Many thanks go to all those who donate their ‘stuff ’ for sale, we can never have enough! And, not least, of course, those of our members who work so hard collecting these items and for organising the transport to and from the stall. We truly appreciate your sterling efforts.
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He is very intelligent and would make a lovely companion for somebody. The Centro de Proteccion Animal de Tierra Blanca is located off the TF1 motorway, about half way between Las Americas and Santa Cruz, by the restaurant Los Chasneros, just 200m above the motorway. Call Rachel on 629 031 273.
Waiting list for surgery on downward trend, say health chiefs
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ANARY health chiefs have insisted that local people are waiting less time for surgery and though there is still much to be done, progress is being made. Health Minister of the Government of the Canary Islands, José Manuel Baltar, said surgical activity over the last two years had increased by 8.86 per cent with respect to the data recorded in 2016. Thus, a total of 106,026 surgical procedures were recorded, which means 8,636 more interventions than in 2016, when 97,390 were carried out. Between the years 20152016 and the years 2017-2018, Sr. Baltar explained that the increase in activity in the hospitals of the SCS was also recorded in the area of
consultations, income and emergencies. Regarding the consultations, the total of 2017 and 2018 represents an increase of 9.7 per cent with respect to the registered in 2015 and 2016, that is, 612,529 more than in those years. Sr. Baltar stressed that not only the surgical waiting list in the last two years has been reduced by 28 per cent, but that the decrease of those who waited most fell by 55 per cent, from the 12,817 patients in December 2016 to the current 5.809. He said this increase in the activity of the hospitals of the
SCS has allowed a change of trend in terms of the surgical waiting lists that have registered in the two years a continued decline to reach in two years a decrease of 28 per cent, with 9,628 patients less. “This calculation reflects a period in which the operating rooms have been fully operational with the implementation of the new annual programmrs to reduce the waiting list: the Delay Plan and the CMA 24 and, that although, there is still much to be done, a very positive change of trend is evident, “ he said. In this regard, he said that the average delay has been reduced by 42.5 days, from 181.5 days in December 2016 to the current 139, that is, 23.41 per cent less.
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Canary weddings with a difference are the cheapest in Spain
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EDDING tastes are changing and current couples, of any age, are looking for another way to celebrate their marriage, anniversary, honeymoon trip or just a romantic getaway.
In this context, Promotur Turismo de Canarias, dependent of the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sports of the Government of the Canary Islands, is renewing the promotional material of the islands to show an offer much more in line with the wedding trends of the moment. The update of the communication platform www.siquieroislascanarias.com will incorporate photos, videos and editorial content that will accompany the most current wedding concept, outside conventions and where the inspirational element plays an important role. The goal is to promote the destination as the perfect place to celebrate the dream wedding in a unique place, where nature is the central axis and good weather, the differentiating attribute throughout the year. These new contents, where audiovisual pieces and images are especially relevant, attend to the motivations of the most avant-garde fiancés without forgetting the traditional ones, responding to
their search for stunning natural settings where they can celebrate their link, such as weddings on the beach, under the stars, in the middle of a forest or surrounded by volcanic landscape. In addition, the protagonists of this material are identified with the new models of couples, who can be homosexual, heterosexual, multiracial, of different ages or who profess different religions. On the other hand, this tourist makes an expense beyond the flight and accommodation, and there are many local professionals who can be benefited as those responsible for photography, floristry, wedding planners, music or entertainment. The current couple, in many cases, flee from the most deeply rooted traditions and
parents have less decisionmaking power when determining where and how; in addition, the price becomes an important element. In fact, according to a study by Bodas.net, in collaboration with ESADE and Google, the average cost of holding a wedding in the Canar y Islands is the lowest in Spain, 12,473 euros, compared to 20,000 euros in other national regions. This more competitive price, the elimination of seasonality given that the good weather accompanies the whole year and the possibility of combining the wedding with the honeymoon make any of the islands an attractive alternative for couples. The action is financed at 85% by the Regional Development Fund FEDER.
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HE president of the Cabildo of Lanzarote has congratulated the Lani’s Suites de Luxe, elected “Most Romantic Hotel in the World” according to TripAdvisor users. It has also been distinguished as the best in Europe and second in the World in the category “Customer Service” and first in Spain, third in Europe and fourth in the World in the category “Small Hotels”. “That Lanzarote is home to one of the most successful hotels by users of the most popular travel portal in the world is a source of pride and speaks of the good work of the sector on the island,” says
Pedro San Ginés The insular advisor of Tourism Promotion and president of the Board of Directors of SPEL-Turismo Lanzarote, Ángel Vázquez (PP) echoed the congratulations for these “prestigious awards that recognise the service, quality and satisfaction of customers.” The hotel is in Puerto del Carmen and its romantic packages include chocolates,
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A Gomera is putting itself on the international film map as more and more production companies choose the island.
Cabildo president, Casimiro Curbelo said this is all having substantial media, economic and tourist repercussions. The island’s unique charms have already captured the makers of movies such as “Fury of Titans 2” and “In the heart of the sea” and now Netflix together with Surfilm have chosen La Gomera as a set for a new movie. Full details have yet to be released but it is understood extras will be needed. “The island is consolidating itself as a reference in the world of cinematography,” said Sr. Curbelo. “There is no doubt that La Gomera is known for the filming it has hosted, with the names of great stars such as filmmaker Ron Howard, and it has given us international renown.” There is also a major spin-off effect for restaurants, accommodation, transport companies and logistics distribution, as well as for jobs.
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HIRTY-TWO bars and restaurants in the municipality of Antigua and Betancuria have joined the second edition of the Insular Route of the Tapas, organised by the Cabildo de Fuerteventura, in collaboration with the island’s municipalities, the Canary Islands Government and sponsoring companies.
“After the success of the first edition, with more than 220 participating establishments, we started in the municipality of Antigua with this second Ruta de las Tapas, an initiative that seeks to value our magnificent products and turn the catering sector into a more attractive offer for the island, “ said Cabildo president, Marcial Morales. The 32 establishments participating in the second edition are distributed throughout the municipality, including Caleta de Fuste and Costa Antigua. The route continues until April 27th, allocated as such: Tuineje from February 21st to March 2nd, Pájara from March 7th to 16th, Puerto del Rosario from March 21st to 30th and La Oliva from April 7th to 13th.
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New census of Canaries will impose fines in strategy against single-use plastics Silbo users SPANISH PIONEER
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HE Canary Islands are aiming to be a pioneer in Spain by launching a strategy against single-use plastics.
The regulation is already in its draft stage and is currently out to public consultation with suggestions being invited for any improvements. Nieves Lady Barreto, Minister of Territorial Policy, Sustainability and Security, presented the main details, together with the President of the Government of the Canary Islands, Fernando Clavijo; the president of the Cabildo de Tenerife, Carlos Alonso; the Deputy Minister of Environment and Security, Blanca Pérez; the general director of Protection of the Nature, Susa Armas and the coordinator for the Study of the Climatic Change, Aridane González. This standard seeks to advance the European directive that wants to eliminate singleuse plastics - those that we use an average of 12 minutes a day - in the year 2021. “The need to eradicate these plastics from our day to day life has become clear,” said the Minister. With this action, the Canary Islands will become the first community to create sanctioning regulations, fines that will be substantial if the violation is serious. The measures will include a surveillance system. The document assesses, in
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addition to the total elimination of single-use plastic, the investment in research to promote improvements in the material and the integration of economic and fiscal advantages for companies and industries that begin to adapt and waste collection plans. This strategy also closely monitors the contamination by microplastics in the oceans, therefore, it will finance research projects that study the behaviour of this type of waste at sea. Carlos Alonso stressed, during the presentation, that the contamination by these elements supposes a “social problem” and public awareness had to be raised “from
schools to administrations.” “Without all the social agents, this strategy would not be possible,” remarked Aridane
González, who urged everyone involved to take advantage of “the moment to turn the Canary Islands into a true reference.”
It will include children, who are taught the subject in school, as well as adults. The census will look at the techniques used and the ability to vocalise words, as well as the skills of transmission and understanding of messages. “This is another step in which we advance to protect, conserve and disseminate the values of the Silbo Gomero,” stressed councillor for sociocultural policy, Rosa Elena Garcia.
Lanzarote “thinks big” as Sports City plans are unveiled
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ANZAROTE’S Cabildo has unveiled details of a multi-million euro scheme which will put the island on the map as a tourist-sports destination of international reference.
The remodelling of the Sports City Lanzarote, which will include a heated Olympic pool, will involve an investment of about six million euros. The new building, bioclimatic, will make the most of ventilation and natural light and will have a social room with a cafeteria. Cabildo president, Pedro San Ginés said: “It’s time to think big and Lanzarote needs a project with an eminently sporting vocation like this one, which will fully incorporate Arrecife into the public-private strategy that we have followed for years to turn the island into a tourist-sports destination of international reference. “ The building will house the Island Centre for Youth Information La Paciencia; and the project includes new changing rooms and gymnasium, as well as the reordering of the adjacent plot where a new multipurpose court is proposed for the practise of handball, indoor football and basketball, two padel tennis courts and one racquetball court. It will also have the first public swimming pool on the island of Olympic dimensions (50 x 25 metres), heated one hundred per cent with renewable energy sources and, with its ten lanes and three metres of depth, will be available for the highest level of swimming, synchronised swimming and water polo. On the first floor, in addition to the pool, there will be eight changing rooms and enough space to install when needed, and for the celebration of official competitions, a detachable stand for about 350 people. The second floor will house a social space with a cafeteria and will be surrounded by transparent glass. The project will be financed with Cabildo funds and other outsiders such as those from the Canary Islands Development Fund (FDCAN), as explained by Pedro San Ginés, who was confident that it could be tendered before the end of this mandate. The execution period of the work is 16 months once the works have begun.
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Street contortionist arrested for wave of robberies in Spain
Spain leads way over safety in fishing sector
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PAIN has taken a significant step at international level on safety in the fisheries sector.
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OLICE in Spain have smashed a robbery gang led by a contortionist who carried out more than 20 raids by squeezing through the smallest of holes in bars and shops.
The Houdini-like ringleader, a 55-year-old Romanian, was so flexible that at one of his targets, he managed to worm his way into a block of flats by drilling a whole in a lift. His reign spanned at least two years and was so strange that he even consulted his horoscope to decide which day was best for his next onslaught! “Police discovered that in 2010, the man was performing his remarkable contortions in streets in Barcelona. “He later used this skill to access the bars, getting through improbably small holes,” said a spokesman for the Mossos d’Esquadra . “One of these holes was made in the bottom of an elevator whilst the mechanism went up and down, putting at risk their physical integrity.” Other members of the gang included two Spaniards, aged 26 and 46, and a woman of 24 of Venezuelan nationality. Fifteen of the 20 raids happened in Barcelona. The links came to light following a robbery in a bar in the district of Nou Barris. The get-away car was linked to other similar incidents carried out in Barcelona over a period of two years, all using the same method.
The Cape Town Agreement on safety on fishing vessels provides a sound platform to improve safety on fishing vessels at sea and to combat illegal, undeclared and unregulated fishing, by facilitating better control of the safety of the fishing vessels of flag, port and coastal States. This agreement also constitutes one of the most important international treaties in the fisheries sector, aimed at achieving the highest levels of compliance and application, together with the International Convention on Standards of Training (in force since 2012); the ILO Work in Fishing Convention number 188 (in force since 2017), and the FAO Agreement on State Measures on port State activity designed to prevent, deter and eliminate undeclared and unregulated fishing (in force since 2016).
It is expected that the accession of a fishing power such as Spain will encourage other countries with interests in this sector to take the same steps so as to facilitate the entr y into force of the agreement, with the consequential effects expected in the reduction of the number of accidents and loss of life at sea and the implementation of a more effective international infrastructure to control illegal, undeclared and unregulated fishing. “This commitment by the
Government of Spain to common work to improve safety in the fishing sector has led the Ministr y of Public Works and the IMO to begin work to organise an international congress to be held in our country on the safety of fishing vessels planned for the second half of 2019. This event will be profiled as a new opportunity to definitively push through the entry into force of the Cape Town Agreement,” said a spokesman for the Spanish Government.
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Gang falsified passports, driving licences, permits and business documents
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ATIONAL Police have dismantled in Madrid the largest document falsification laborator y located to date. Twelve people were arrested for being part of an organisation that mainly forged the Family Community Residency Card although they also made a variety of documents for which they charged up to 5,000 euros. Nine raids were carried out and various effects seized, including two CNC laser engravers, two tampographic and thermographic printing presses and about 2,000 blank cards (PVC and PC), most of them with a built-in chip. The investigation began in June 2018 when officers learned of the existence of a criminal organisation dedicated to the falsification of identity documents to facilitate
A the introduction in to Spain of Moroccan citizens. After verifying the facts and carr ying out various procedures, they verified that the network was led by Argentine and Spanish citizens who had a network of intermediaries
of Moroccan origin. The intermediaries were responsible for providing their compatriots with documentation through relatives who were in Spain. Once the document was prepared, the counterfeiters
made them reach the intermediaries by postal courier making the payment through bank transfers or money remittance entities. Once the documents were in the possession of their recipients in Morocco, they accessed Spanish territory by air on direct flights or through the land borders of Ceuta and Melilla. Payment varied according to the type of document. For the passports, 5,000 euros was paid, while for residence and driving permits around 800 and 1,500 euros. The variety of documents that they falsified was ver y high, including Italian, Argentine and Moroccan passports, French or Italian identity letters, US visas or residence cards of Spain (general and community regime). The agents found that they were not solely dedicated to the sale of forged documents for illegal entry into Spain, but that they were also used for the establishment of companies, the opening of bank accounts, the request for credits or the obtaining of driving licences.
total of 2,604,899 people are in work associated with tourism activities (up 3.7 per cent year-on-year), according to the Labour Force Survey by Turespaña. This represents 94,104 more jobs than in the previous year. The unemployment percentage for tourism activities stands at 11.8 per cent, the lowest annual figure since 2009. Spanish Minister for Industry, Trade and Tourism, Reyes Maroto, described these figures as “highly positive, given that they reflect the strength of the tourism sector, which continues to be a driving force for job creation.” The number of jobs in all branches of activity rose, especially in the hospitality industry (4.3 per cent), other tourism activities (3.5 per cent) and passenger transport services (0.9 per cent). In 2018, the Spanish economy has created 503,000 additional jobs when compared with the previous year, of one in five (18.7 per cent) were the result of activities tied to tourism. Tourism sector jobs accounted for 13.5 per cent of all jobs in the Spanish economy. In 2018, both the number of salaried employees and selfemployed workers rose in the tourism sector. The number of salaried employees rose by 3.9 per cent year-on-year to
2,115,746. This figure rose in all branches of activity, especially in travel agencies (21.8 per cent), other tourism activities (5.4 per cent) and in the hospitality industry (3.8 per cent). The number of selfemployed workers in the tourism sector rose by 488,440 (up three per cent on the previous year), with increases in the hospitality industry and in passenger transport, and a decrease in other activities. An upward trend was posted in all autonomous regions except Asturias, Castile-Leon, La Rioja and Ceuta and Melilla. Tourism sector employment grew in each quarter of 2018. According to the figures, the fourth quarter of 2018 saw 2,583,521 jobs in this sector, an increase of 64,267 jobs on the same period of the previous year. In the fourth quarter of 2018, both the number of salaried employees and selfemployed workers rose in the tourism sector, by 2.8 per cent and 1.7 per cent, respectively.
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What are your UK pension options in Spain today? P
By Paul Montague, Partner, Blevins Franks
ENSIONS are often the key to long-term financial security, so take extreme care when deciding what to do here. Expatriates have the added complication of factoring in the tax rules of two countries, as well as the potential for Brexit to limit the range of opportunities. So what are today’s options for Britons living in Spain?
Defined contribution’ or ‘money purchase’ pensions
Since the pension freedoms of 2015, members of defined contribution schemes can usually do the following from age 55: • Take the whole fund as cash – 25% will be tax-free in the UK. • Make cash withdrawals when you want – a quarter is free of UK tax each time. • Take regular income through ‘flexible drawdown’, leaving the remainder invested. • Take a secure, regular income for life through an ‘annuity’. Expatriates have the option to transfer UK pension funds to an
EU-based Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Scheme (QROPS) tax-free. QROPS advantages include the flexibility to pass pension benefits to chosen heirs and take income in euros or sterling. Once in a QROPS, funds are protected from future UK taxation, including lifetime allowance penalties. However, QROPS benefits and rules vary significantly between providers and jurisdictions. There is also a 25% UK tax charge on transfers to QROPS outside the EEA (European Economic Area). Many believe the UK government may start taxing EU/EEA transfers after Brexit, so if you are considering transferring, act sooner rather than later to avoid unnecessary taxation. First, take specialist advice to establish if transferring is suitable for you.
‘Defined benefit’ or ‘final salary’ pensions
Here, your employer guarantees a proportion of your salary for the whole of retirement. While you cannot usually withdraw cash from this type of pension, you can transfer it to a defined contribution scheme or QROPS. Traditionally, this has been considered less beneficial than drawing a guaranteed pension for life. However, some providers have been offering higher than usual ‘transfer values’, sometimes representing hundreds of thousands of pounds. Sensibly reinvested, a high one-off sum could potentially provide a retirement income that exceeds the original annual payment, but it is crucial to fully understand the consequences before giving up lifetime benefits.
Taxation
While 25% of cash withdrawals can be taken tax-free in the UK, if you are non-UK resident they are usually taxable in your country of residency. Spanish residents accessing UK pensions or QROPS income will attract Spanish general income tax. Rates vary regionally, but generally start at 9.5% and reach up to 48%.
The exception here is UK government service pensions – including teachers’, local authority, army, police and civil service pensions – which remain taxable in the UK only.
Making your pensions last
If you do choose to take some or all of your benefits as cash, ensure you have a reliable plan to fund your long-term future that matches your personal circumstances and goals. Avoid pension scams by making sure any company you are dealing with regarding pension services is regulated with the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Remember: unprotected investments risk losing your money, with no compensation if things go wrong. Even amongst regulated providers, check for quality. Your adviser should take account of your needs, objectives, personal circumstances and risk appetite to find the best solution for you and your family. Getting it wrong could have serious and unexpected consequences. Take care to explore your options now – before Brexit potentially changes the landscape – to establish your best approach for a prosperous retirement in Spain. Tax rates, scope and reliefs may change. Any statements concerning taxation are based upon our understanding of current taxation laws and practices which are subject to change. Tax information has been summarised; individuals should seek personalised advice. Keep up to date on the financial issues that may affect you on the Blevins Franks news page at www.blevinsfranks.com
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Benidorm fears too many new beds will saturate resort
TOURIST COLLABORATION
Mallorca aims to cut waste by 200,000 tons
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ALLORCA has declared war on waste and will tell the millions of tourists who visit this year to clean up their act.
Holidaymakers will be encouraged to ask for free tap water at hotels rather than buy plastic bottles, to hang their towels up in the bathroom so
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ENIDORM’S “hotel bubble” could be in danger of bursting and ruining the profitability of the Costa Blanca resort, worried tourism leaders are warning. Hotels in the popular Brit resort are already worried about the impact of Brexit on the UK market and say British holidaymakers have already started to cancel their annual trips because of concerns about the future. But now they have voiced their fears over another “interfering factor ” ie the sudden popularity of Benidorm for new hotel projects which could increase the number of bed spaces currently on offer by a third. The hotel association Hosbec predicts that in the next few years, 13,000 beds will be
added to the 40,000 existing ones and Benidorm will not be able to cope if they are aimed at the same market. “There’s a kind of bubble over hotel projects in the city,” said the group’s president, Antonio Mayor. “If all these projects come to fruition, it will be out of proportion. Bed spaces would increase by 32 per cent and profitability would be jeopardised.” Riu Hotels & Resorts recently announced a new 450-bed hotel and there are others under construction, such as the Barceló Hotel Group in the old Selomar
hotel, with 300 beds; an addition to the H10 Hotels chain, with 500 beds; the expansion of the Poseidón Playa hotel, with 500 more beds; and the pending Atrium Beach project. Hosbec says there are constant requests for plots of land to build hotels, fuelled by the possibility of obtaining “easy money” from the banks and three previous years of a tourism bonanza. Hoteliers believe there is insufficient demand for so many bed spaces in view of Brexit and competing destinations in the Med and says the new hotels have to be aimed at a different market such as luxury tourists or Swedish, German, Italian or French holidaymakers.
they don’t need to be replaced, not to smoke on the beaches or at least take their butts and ash home and to shun plastic bags. Hotels will also use compostable drinking straws, cocktail decorations which are recyclable and ban soap bars in rooms in favour of dispensers. There will be a veto on single use plates, cups and cutlery and left-over food will be transformed into organic matter. The tough new measures are all part of the new Waste Law just approved by the Balearic Government which aims to reduce the 800,000 tons of waste by ten per cent (600,000 tons are produced by Mallorca) by 2020. Hotels and holidaymakers are seen as the biggest targets, with environment councillor Sandra Espeja saying: “The waste in Mallorca multiplies by four
during the high season”. This means that between 40 per cent and 60 per cent of the garbage produced on the island comes from tourism. Figures from Mallorca’s council reveal each person, including tourists, generates 615.9 kilos per year. In the kitchens of the hotels and each guest creates 0.67 kilos of waste per day. This could produce 33 million kilos of compost. Major Mallorcan hotel chains are already leading the way with various measures to reduce tourist waste. With a “Don’t leave your towels on the floor” campaign, it’s estimated that the number of washes can be cut by half. Iberostar has also eliminated balloons from its entertainment shows. Ever y municipality in Mallorca will have to comply with the new laws so the effects will be felt in all of the popular holiday resorts. The Balearic Government says the measures are vital to
tackle a problem that causes environmental damage and go beyond the targets re-commended by the European Commission. On top of the ten per cent reduction aimed for by 2020, the target for 2030 is a 20 per cent in waste. This will require the replacement of many of the disposable plastic products with more sustainable alternatives, such as plastic table-ware and drinking straws. Plastic rings on cans or drinks bottles must be of bio-degradable material and only the distribution of very light compostable plastic bags will be allowed. By 2020, single-use coffee capsules, infusions, broths and others used in coffee makers must be manufactured using easily recyclable materials. In addition, manufacturers or distributors of wet wipes that are offered on the market in the Balearic Islands will have to incorporate information about the effects of these products on the environment. Likewise, municipal rules will have to incorporate measures of prevention and minimisation of the abandonment of waste on the beaches, like tobacco ash or their containers. The distribution of drinks in disposable containers in public institutions will be prohibited and in public events that have support from the administrations, alternatives to the sale and distribution of packaged drinks and disposable drinks must be introduced. Hotel and restaurant establishments will always offer customers the option of consuming unpackaged water that is suitable for human consumption, for free and complementary. Mallorca council has set up a special body to oversee the measures and says: “The best waste is that which is not generated.”
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INTERNATIONAL “FAME”
Graffiti train gang arrested for dozens of vandal attacks
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ATIONAL Police have arrested 18 graffiti artists who allegedly committed numerous “assaults” at Metro and Renfe stations.
The attacks were committed during the last weekend of Halloween in the Madrid stations of Cuatro Vientos, Casa de Campo, Las Rosas and Parque de los Estados de Madrid. In addition, they are charged with 159 other crimes of
damages valued at more than 650,000 euros committed on trains from different Spanish provinces. One of the detainees has been imprisoned and three others have been ordered to keep away from railway stations. The investigations began in
June of last year, after a coordinated operation with the Italian police to identify various members of a graffiti crew based in Madrid and Valencia. This group had travelled several times to Milan in recent years to carry out a “campaign” of graffiti on different transport wagons. This group used the procedure of the “lever”, by which several members board the train accessing the interior of the rear cabin to force the access door. Once inside, they manipulate the driving mechanisms to stop the convoy, producing an abrupt braking of the train with the consequent risk of injuries among the users and causing the operator to lose control. With the train stopped, some of the graffiti artists carried out the graffiti with their personal signature whilst the others threatened passengers and subway personnel and recorded the scednes. Once the graffiti was finished, they fled the place. Raids led to the seizure of
a large number of effects such as computer equipment where the group stored their assaults, photo albums with their graffiti on trains and wagons, uniforms of Metro security personnel and spray cans. The majority of those investigated had all the walls of the houses painted with
their signature. “The detainees were very active and wanted to make themselves known internationally, spreading their actions through social networks or specialised forums in order to achieve fame and prestige in the graffiti environment. In the investigation it was
possible to verify that some of them, and to finance themselves the trips, stole and robbed all type of objects in commercial centres and even in other European cities,” said a police spokesman. The operation is still open and more arrests are not ruled out.
Seville to host Armed Forces Day
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RMED Forces Day will be celebrated in Seville this year. It will take place on June 1st and will pay tribute to the Spanish men and women who gave their lives while on peacekeeping missions. The ceremony, commemorating the 30th anniversary of the first overseas mission by the Spanish Armed Forces, will be presided over by Spain’s King and Queen.
JUNE DEDICATION
Highlights will include a parade and flypast. Armed Forces Day began in 1978 when a Spanish Royal Decree established an annual celebration “aimed at raising the profile of the anniversary and enhancing the identity of the Armed Forces among the Spanish public, of which they form part and to whom they serve”.
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FILM CLUB - THURSDAY FEBRUARY 28th - KING OF THIEVES Starring Michael Caine and a host of well known British stars. A group of ‘retired’ crooks pull of a supposedly impossible job. Film starts at 2.00pm. No admission fee, a small charge for interval refreshments. Library members only. VOLUNTEERS LUNCH - THURSDAY MARCH 7 A raffle is up and running in reception - a table laden with prizes to be won in aid of our annual Volunteers Lunch. These ladies and gents give their time and work tirelessly to keep the library running and maintain our beautiful gardens. So please be generous when buying your raffle tickets so these well deserving people can get together and enjoy a social occasion. TENERIFE HISTORY GROUP - THURSDAY MARCH 7 11.00am - 12.30 The History Group is a new and interesting venture for the library. Hosted by our president Ken Fisher it will cover Anglo/Tenerife 15th century up to the visits of Sir Winston Churchill, Margaret Thatcher and beyond. The first well attended meeting took place on Thursday February 7. Future meetings will be fortnightly. Come along and discover the fascinating history of this beautiful island. If you require further details Ken Fisher can be contacted on 639310682. SATURDAY MARCH 16th - ANNUAL PIG ROAST - 2pm An event not to be missed. This year, as well as delicious roast pork, Canarian potatoes, various salads, there will be entertainment and plenty of liquid refreshment to oil your vocal chords if you wish to join in with the singing. Please book early at the Treasurer’s Desk to avoid disappointment. 17 euros. We welcome visitors to join us during our opening hours Monday and Friday 3pm to 5.30pm and Wednesday and Saturday 10pm to 1pm. Refreshments are served in the garden on Wednesday and Saturday mornings Discover more about us on Facebook, TripAdvisor and our Website ‘theenglishlibrary.es’. Did you know you can access Facebook through our Website. You will find us at Calle Irlanda 5, Parque Taoro, Puerto de la Cruz. Telephone 922 383 098. The books reviewed today are from the Richard and Judy winter selection which includes three new authors and their debut novels. As usual an interesting selection from this husband and wife team. More to be reviewed in the next edition.
THE COLOUR OF BEE LARKHAM’S MURDER SARAH J HARRIS
ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Just be yourself. You can make new friends by taking part in social events involving colleagues. You will be highly sensitive to comments made by your lover. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) The great outdoors will allow you to teach youngsters some of the things you learned when growing up. You need to spend some time getting to know this person all over again. Remember; talk to them, not at them. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Try to get out and socialize. Try not to get into disputes that will lead to estrangements. You may find that your family responsibilities are piling up.
CANCER (June 22-July 22) Compromise may be necessary. Pleasure trips will induce exciting and passionate encounters with those of foreign extraction. You will find that money could slip through your fingers.
LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Don’t push your mate if you want to keep this union going. You need to get out and be an observer. Do not give your heart to someone who may not live up to your standards.
VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) You need to fulfill your needs and present your talents. Involve yourself in group endeavors. Take time to talk things over. Travel for business or pleasure.
LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Difficulties at an emotional level may be likely. Don’t let your partner get away with spending too much of your money. You are best not to confront situations that deal with in-laws or relatives.
SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22)
There are three things you need to know about Jasper. One: He sees the world completely differently. Two: He can’t recognize faces - not even his own. Three: He is the only witness to the murder of his neighbour, Bee Larkham. But uncovering the truth about what happened that night will change his world forever.....
THE WOMAN IN THE WINDOW A J FINN It’s been ten months since Anna Fox last left home. Ten months during which she has haunted the rooms of her old New York house. Lost in her memories, too terrified to step outside. Anna’s lifeline to the real world is her window, where she sits, watching her neighbours. When the
Russells move in, Anna is instantly drawn to them. A picture-perfect family, they are an echo of the life that was once hers. But one evening, a scream rips across the silence, and Anna witnesses something horrifying. Now she must uncover the truth about what really happened. But if she does, will anyone believe her? And can she even trust herself?
DEAR MRS BIRD A J PEARCE London, 1941. Amid the falling bombs Emmeline Lake dreams of becoming a fearless Lady War Correspondent. Unfortunately, Emmy instead finds herself employed as a typist for the formidable Henrietta Bird, the renowned agony aunt at Woman’s Friend magazine. Mrs Bird refuses to read, let alone answer, letters containing any form of unpleasantness, and definitely not those from the lovelorn, grief-stricken or morally confused. But the thought of
these desperate woman waiting for an answer at the most desperate of times becomes impossible for Emmy to ignore. She decides she simply must help and secretly starts to write back - after all, what harm could that possibly do?
THE CRY - DVD DS452 Joanna and her husband Alistair travel with their baby from Scotland to Australia to see Alistair’s mother. And to fight for custody of Alistair ’s daughter Chloe against his Australian exwife. However, when they arrive in Australia, Joanna and Alistair are forced to face an unthinkable tragedy that changes their lives and their marriage forever. It is the catalyst for a journey into the disintegrating psychology of a young woman, exposing the myths and truths of motherhood.
You will be able to make financial gains. Romantic opportunities are evident if you get involved in large groups or organizations. You will find that you can work progressively at improving yourself today.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Be sure to pay attention to your financial status. You could pick up valuable knowledge through conversations with experienced individuals. Property investments will payoff.
CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) You may find yourself in an uncomfortable situation if you have overloaded your plate unintentionally. Try to channel your energy into professional endeavors. You will be in an overly generous mood today. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Either way, you’re up for a passionate encounter with someone special. It may not be the best day to confront employers or to present your ideas. Children may be less than honest with you. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) You will enjoy getting together with friends. You can help them with difficult projects. Put your money into a safe place that will ensure a profit if you let it sit long enough.
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All about skulls
Speaking of skulls, which we weren’t, show me a skeleton and I can say “That’s a skeleton” as good as the next man. Show me a tibia or a fibula or a humerus, and, well, that’s where my knowledge of anatomy gets a bit shaky. But show me a skull and I know precisely what it is and where it goes. It’s the part of the skeleton that fascinates people more than any other bone in the body.
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N the Museo de Naturaleza y Hombre, the Museum of Nature and Man, in Santa Cruz, there is a display case containing thirty-two skulls. The only description they have is that they are Guanche skulls, the former natives of Tenerife. Incidentally, most of the skulls are almost toothless. This is not through old age, because most Guanches died before the age of 40, but they could have fallen out through time or else have been removed as souvenirs. An English visitor to Gran Canaria in 1884 noted the great demand for Guanche skulls, and a lot of the graves were being robbed to obtain them. Towards the end of the nineteenth century, after the theory of evolution had become accepted and the age of reason and science progressed, there was an upsurge in the desire to discover man’s origins which, although it led of course to solid scientific research, gave rise to some dodgy ideas, the most notorious probably being ‘Piltdown Man’. In this hoax, pieces of a skull were found at Piltdown in England in 1912
which, when put together, appeared to be a completely new species of pre-human anthropoid. And even though Piltdown Man had always had his sceptics, it was only in 1953 that he was proved positively to have been a forgery. For 41 years he had fooled the world – or some of it – as being the possible ‘Missing Link’. Before the arrival of the Piltdown skull there was phrenology. The dictionary definition of ‘phrenology’ is the “study of external conformation of cranium as supposed index to development and position of organs belonging to the various mental faculties”. In other words a person’s character and mental abilities could be determined by examining the lumps and bumps and general shape of their skull. This ‘science’ was popular from about 1810 to 1840 when it
became discredited, but then it underwent a revival during the early part of the 20th century by those ‘researchers’, such as followers of Nietzsche, who were looking for racial types, especially with an aim to establish racial superiority (i.e. the superiority of their own race). The Canary Islands have had their share of questioning and questionable theorists who were acceptable in their time but who are now looked on askance. In 1892 a visitor to Tenerife returned to Canada with a small collection of Guanche skulls and a mummy. Because measuring skulls was the thing to do at the time, the skulls were duly measured and a theory put forward in 1895 that was published in the Transactions of the Victoria Institute in London, by Sir J. William Dawson of the McGill University of Montreal, in which, based on this evidence, a strong correlation was found to link the Guanches of the Canary Islands with the natives of the east coast of North America. (Oh yes?) Rene Verneau (1851-1938), a Frenchman, was an early anthropologist who visited the Canary Islands several times in the 1880’s and the 1890’s, when the economy of the archipelago was dominated by British financial interests. He found characteristics in common between the Guanches and Cro-Magnon man, whose remains had been discovered in the Dordogne area of south western France in 1868. However, Verneau’s investigations might not have been purely academic because he went on to evolve theories of racial types that coincided with political aims. After 1910 he travelled to North Africa to look for Cro-Magnon man, possibly with a view to establishing a racial link with France, and, what do you know, the French government also happened to be looking at that part of North Africa with a view to colonising it, so a racial link would help their imperial claim. Perhaps the Canary Islands were a lost economic and political cause for French influence. The first major study by American physical anthropologist Earnest Albert Hooton (1887-1954), was the ‘Ancient Inhabitants of the Canary Islands’, a huge tome of 400 pages published in 1925. Among other things, by filling the gaps between the few known facts, he presumed the existence of a blond haired (Nordic) aristocratic class that were the overlords or menceys.
Returning to the U.S., he went on to develop theories of racial types and the classification of human beings into ‘primary races’ and ‘sub-types’, focussing on Negroes in particular, laying down racial stereotypes that are disgusting now but were acceptable in certain quarters at the time. In a similar vein Dr. Ilse Schwidestsky (1907-1997) was an assistant in Germany during the 1930’s and 1940’s to one of the leading racial theorists of the Nazis. But she redeemed herself later, when, according to her ‘Wikipedia’ entry, she became a leading light during the “resurgence of German anthropology after the war and its re-integration into international science.” Her heyday for research and prolific publication were from the 1960’s to the 1980’s. In 1963 her study of ‘The Pre-Hispanic population of the Canary Islands: An atro-phropogical investigation’ was published in Spanish and German. Had she
shaken off her former influences? So where does this leave the Guanche skulls? Was position of the Guanche in the human league table tainted by these potentially biased studies? I don’t know, they might have been in the past, but not any more. Today it is accepted that the Guanches were descended initially from tribes of the Berber region of North Africa - a CroMagnon type (Verneau was right!), who arrived around the 1st millennium BC, who over time were joined by a Mediterranean type. In his book ‘The Guanches: Survivors and their Descendants,’ Jose Luis Concepcion wrote that, “According to Dr. Schwidestsky, the Cro-Magnon type is recognised by his strongfeatured, broad face and long, narrow skull, and the Mediterranean type by its long delicately-featured face and short broad skull.” This fits with written records of early mariners who noted that there
were basically two types of Canary Islanders, one with white skin (Cro-Magnon) and the other with brown skin (Mediterranean). By the way, the Cro-Magnons had a larger brain capacity than we homo sapiens have – doesn’t that make you feel second-rate on the ladder of racial superiority? (We can take comfort, however, that mental performance and brain capacity are not related, although to some people size might matter.) And finally, in an article from the Daily Mail newspaper of 29th January 1934, entitled “How Girls can Choose the Ideal Husband: Know him by the Shape of his Head: Shun the Man with the Flat Skull,” Dr. Ida Spelleman, librarian with the British Phrenological Society, gave a talk at the Royal College of Surgeons during which she advised girls to go for men with “well-balanced” heads. Excuse me while I take a look in the mirror.
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How to include your pet in your wedding! SPECIAL GUEST
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OR centuries, brides and grooms have had their nuptials witnessed by their nearest and dearest and now more pets than ever are appearing on the guest list. If you’re getting hitched and think you may like your pet to play a role in your special day, here are some questions to consider before making your cat best man or asking your dog to be ring bearer…
Should I bring my pet to my wedding?
Even without weather worries, dress disasters, late caterers or missing rings to worry about, your wedding day can be an incredibly nerve-wracking experience and having your pet by your side might just help settle some of those jitters, as long as you take steps to ensure that your pet is comfortable too. When thinking about the role you want your pet to play, consider their personality. For example, you might want your dog to be maid of honour, but do they get stressed in crowds? If they do and you’re having lots of guests, or if the venue is cramped, it might be better if they didn’t come to your wedding. Be sure not to put your pet through anything that will make them uncomfortable or scared.A good rule of thumb is to have your pet along for no more than two hours, so they can join in the fun without getting tired or stressed.
How should I plan for my pet on the big day?
If you’ve decided bringing your pet along is an ‘I do’, the first thing to do is find your four-legged friend an assistant for the day. Having someone familiar on hand who can keep your pet company during their duties, take them away from the festivities after a couple of hours, and home when they need to leave, will mean you don’t need to fret about pet care on the day. Check the venue is pet friendly in advance – you would be incredibly disappointed if you turned up on the big day only to find out your beloved pet isn’t allowed inside. Notify the photographer (and your pet!). Make sure your wedding photographer and/or videographer knows in advance that your pet will be involved in any shoots so they can think of some creative ideas of how to get them involved. Get your pet used to the camera too; give them a treat every time the camera makes a noise so they associate the sound with something positive and practice poses if you can. Be treat conscious. Although weddings are typically a time for you to overindulge on multiple courses of food and drink, you should make sure that your pet isn’t doing the same. Give guests a heads up that treating your pet with human food isn’t a good idea as they may not be aware what foods are safe for animal consumption. Raisins in wedding cakes can be fatal to dogs, for example. Pick your flowers carefully. If your cat’s coming along, make sure bouquets and flower arrangements don’t contain lilies as
these are toxic to cats and could see your big day end in an emergency trip to the vet’s.
What should I do if I can’t take my pet to my wedding?
We d d i n g s aren’t right for all pets, and even if your pet would be just fine, you may not want the worry of making sure they’re ok while the festivities of the day are ongoing. If having your pet at your wedding would be stressful for them or you, book them into a friendly pet sitter so you know they’ll be relaxing in safety while you can get on with enjoying yourself – once you’re through those jitters, that is!
Could your pet join you on your honeymoon instead? Britain is blessed with many great dog-friendly escapes so there is no shortage of options for a staycation. If you’d prefer to go abroad, you’ll need a pet passport. Ask your vet for advice.
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Coping with a pet allergy I F you’re thinking of getting a new pet, make sure everyone in your household spends lots of time with the particular animal or breed before you take on the pet to check whether anyone has a reaction. Everyone is different and it’s likely you can find the right pet for you – even if you suffer from allergies. Pet owners with allergies should vacuum regularly and keep pets out of bedrooms. Good ventilation is important. Open the windows for at least one hour a day.
Vacuum your home using a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter at least twice a week. Consider replacing your carpet with hard flooring, curtains with blind, and cover soft furnishings with allergenproof covers. Avoid wearing woollen clothing, as this tends to trap
allergens. Groom your pet daily outside of the home. Wash your pet’s bedding weekly Research suggests that you can reduce sensitivity to pets by introducing children to them at an early age. Some pets are considered to be less likely to cause allergies than other pets, but it is not true to say that they are suitable for people with allergies Some types of pets such as labradoodles and hairless cats are considered to be less likely
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to cause allergies than other pets, but it is not true to say that they are suitable for people with allergies. Common pet allergies include sensitivity to pet hair, dander (skin), saliva or even sweat - which means some types of pet will be more suitable than others depending on the type of allergy. Some allergies can be temporary (eg during pregnancy or times of stress) so don’t be too quick to give up a much loved pet.
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The Oriental
Brunelli’s Steakhouse
Cafeteria Gourmet Plan B
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
Inaugurated in 1996 by Queen Sirikit of Thailand, our Oriental restaurant offers Asian style ‘haute cuisine’, which includes a wide range of delicious dishes with the unique flavor of an essential continent within the international gastronomic scene. The menu changes regularly and offers the best of the delicate and tempting, yet sophisticated cuisine from Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, China and Japan. The unforgettable experience in El Oriental is also felt though the traditional decor of the restaurant, which reflects both the magic and fineness of Thailand, making this restaurant the ideal place for a perfect dinner.
Just 50 metres from Loro Parque and with beautiful views of the ocean, Brunelli’s Steakhouse is waiting for you to explore the delights of the palate. Inspired in the original American steakhouses, this restaurant is located at the former fisher village of Punta Brava, in northern Tenerife, and offers you the best quality meat – tender, juicy and with an incomparable texture. Flavors like you have never tasted before thanks to a specially controlled maturation and their ‘Southbend’ oven, unique in the Canaries and which cooks the meat at more of 800ºC, highlighting all its properties and making your dinner simply perfect.
“Fantastic food and drink at reasonable prices. What more could you ask for!” is just one of the accolades given to his buzzing bar/cafeteria in Puerto. It is run by owners Umberto and Brian, two Italians with more than 15 years’ experience each in cuisine. They specialise in Italian pizza/foccacia genovez and all the dishes are home-made with the emphasis on healthy food. Nothing is fried. Their cooking is a fusion between Italian and Canarian cuisine although they also offer a variety of international dishes. They also specialise in cocktails as they have a qualified barman. Gourmet Plan B can also offer you a catering service for events and beautiful occasion cakes (pick-up at restaurant). Find this little gem in La Paz in a quiet area near the “El Mirador”. Open every day from 9:30am to 2:00am, closed on Wednesdays
For reservations call 922 381 400 Avda. Richard J. Yeoward, 1 Puerto de la Cruz ( Hotel Botánico) www.hotelbotanico.com/service/el-oriental
For reservations call 922 062 600 In front of Loro Parque Puerto de la Cruz www.brunellis.com
Edificio Aceviño 12, Puerta 6 La Paz Puerto de la Cruz
II Pappagallo
La Parrilla
Mamma Rosa
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
Playa de las Américas
Il Pappagallo restaurant perfectly combines the old art of making pasta dishes and innovative side dishes that will both delight diners. The menu has been entirely renovated to offer diners a modern culinary repertoire that matches our attention and love for details, as well as our passion for excellence. A varied buffet and a great selection of Italian specialties await you in its terrace overlooking the Atlantic, ideal to enjoy unforgettable sunsets and the tranquillity of the night during summer. In addition, our wine cellar houses the best Italian wines, chosen amongst the most traditional wines of the country.
The inmistakable Andalusian style of La Parrilla restaurant carefully decorates an architecture that blends rustic wood elements with southern Spain typical houses – an environment where diners live a gastronomic experience with the hallmark of excellence in restoration. The succulent cuisine with grilled meats, fresh fish and tapas challenge the most discerning palates in an evening paired with the best wines of the Canary Islands and Spanish Peninsula. In addition, our chef offers the freshest market daily. Enjoy the rustic setting and relaxed atmosphere of La Parrilla, which make this restaurant the perfect place for a romantic dinner or an entertaining encounter among friends.
Mamma Rosa is one of the longest established restaurants in the south of Tenerife and has an extensive menu and a modern ambiance which appeals to all ages. For more than 22 years, it has offered elegance, top-class cuisine, an excellent varied wine list and, of course, the service you would expect. The cuisine is described as classical Italian and Scandinavian with Spanish and French influences, blended together and cooked in a modern style. Part of the new approach is to offer a very extensive fish menu. As with the meat, the restaurant tries where possible to buy local produce and support the islands’ agriculture.
For reservations call 922 381 400 Avda. Richard J. Yeoward, 1 Puerto de la Cruz ( Hotel Botánico) www.hotelbotanico.com/service/il-pappagallo
For reservations call 922 381 400 Avda. Richard J. Yeoward, 1 Puerto de la Cruz ( Hotel Botánico) www.hotelbotanico.com/service/la-parrilla
For reservations call 922 794 819 Avda. Santiago Puig, Apartamentos Colón 2 Playa de la Américas www.mammarosa.com / mammarosa@mammarosa.com
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Your dining experience around our restaurants
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English Tea Room
Restaurante Gom
Tressardi
Los Cristianos (new) & Fañabé
Santa Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
Very much a Tenerife business success story, Harriet's English Tea Room and Restaurant in Los Cristianos has a very welcome addition to its extensive menu - Sunday lunches for 9.95 euros which are served between 12 noon and 5pm. With a big sunny terrace and beautifully designed interior, this lovely restaurant is just a stone’s throw from the bus station at the San Marino building (ie turn left at the bottom of the bus station and it is 100 yards or so on your left, in premises formerly occupied by the Heritage bar). In addition to the fantastic Sunday roasts, with "proper" roast potatoes, you will find the most gorgeous food, all home-made and great British cooking, including all day breakfasts, mouthwatering cakes, salads, jacket potatoes, sandwiches and rolls, home-made burgers, pancakes, ice-creams, evening meals and numerous varieties of teas and coffees served in china pots and cups. There are also many gluten-free and diabetic options.
This iconic restaurant in the heart of Santa Cruz is definitely a place to head for if you enjoy stunning decor and high-end cuisine but at prices you can still afford. The food here is best described as a slice of home-made cooking with the taste and touch of nouvelle cuisine. The emphasis is on quality, freshness and naturalness where the raw product is the star, depending on what is available that day in the market. They offers a special menu for celiac and can help create food for anyone with a specific allergy. Weddings, etc are also catered for and there is always a dish of the day. You will find GOM within the Hotel Taburiente, located in front of Parque García Sanabria. Their opening times are Tuesday to Saturday from 13:00 to 16:00 and 20:00 to 23:00.
If you want to seek out a really good Italian restaurant at an affordable price with a lovely terrace, look no further than Tressardi. It offers a very varied menu including traditional Italian dishes, pizza and pasta with gorgeous fillings and sauces, meat dishes, fresh fish and crunchy salads. The desserts like tiramisu and panna cota are to die for! So if you want a good Italian restaurant for a family meal, a romantic dinner, a quick lunch when working or take away, Tressardi is your restaurant. A friendly and homely restaurant that has quality products combining fast food and well elaborated dishes for kids and grown ups. Depending on your choices the price can go higher but an average 15-16 Euros per person is what you can expect.
For reservations call 922 276 058 Calle Dr. Guigou,29 Santa Cruz www.hoteltaburiente.com
WINTER OPENING TIMES 15:00 -23:00 pm Wednesday closed Friday & Saturday: 15:00 -24:00 pm For reservations call 922 382 056 Calle Aceviños, La Paz, Puerto de la Cruz
Bar El Pincho
Sook
Restaurante Magnolia
Las Vistas, Los Cristianos
Santa Cruz
At Bar El Pincho you can enjoy good prices, good food, good service and a fantastic view of the ocean. They are winning fans because of the friendly staff you encounter and the delicious Spanish tapas. They have a great offer, a combination of tapas for two for only 9.50 euros. There is also a wide selection of main plates, such as steak, chicken and fish, all cooked with love and the best ingredients they can find. Do try their fantastic cocktails which they always try to improve. Try also the special dishes from the north of the island and the drinks. Reservations can be done between 10:30 to 20:00pm
Summer has arrived and the wonderful SOOK restaurant has devised a refreshing and appetising menu for the hot months. New mouth-watering dishes are home-made salmorejo with extra virgin olive oil, diced Iberian ham and bread croutons, avocado from our islands in tempura, served with sweet chilli sauce and soy, tuna tataki with seaweed salad and caramelised soy sauce and duck breast soft grilled, with papaya chutney. In addition, the air-conditioned restaurant continues to offer its refreshing desserts such as seasonal fruit salad with guava mayonnaise. SOOK is now also opening with its a la carte during the weekend, both for lunch and dinner. The opening times are 13:00 to 15:30 and 20:30 to 23:30 and for your convenience, there is a parking area. You might also like to try the full breakfast buffet open to the public from 7am to 11am from Monday to Sunday. Ideal to start a day of shopping or tourist visit to Santa Cruz. The price is 16 euros per person.
Puerto de la Cruz
For reservations call 922 712 791 Los Cristianos, San Marino building. Open daily from 9am to 11pm. Playa Fañabé,56 Central Commercial. Open 9am to 10pm, closes 5pm Saturday and Sunday
For reservations call 649 431 110 Paseo Las Vistas, Los Cristianos www.barelpincho.com
Avda. 3 de Mayo, 3 Santa Cruz Tel.: 922 294 500 www.hoteles-silken.com
Restaurante Magnolia has come a long way, starting life as a small intimate restaurant with an outdoor terrace to the finished article we see today, with the terrace now covered and well spaced tables inside. The kitchen is open plan and creates the most wonderful national and international dishes with an extensive menu of fish, shellfish, lamb, steaks, pastas. This venue is always busy and customers are full of praise for the Restaurante Magnolia as one of the finest places to eat on the island. The quality and service certainly stands out and the cost is very reasonable indeed. They are open every day from 13:00 - 16:00 and 19:00 to 23.30.
For reservations call 922 385 614 Avda. Marqués de Villanueva del Prado s/n Puerto de la Cruz www.restaurantemaganolia.com
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Donde Mario
La Bodeguita de Enfrente
Cuesta de la Villa
Cuesta de la Villa
Cuesta de la Villa
A great part of the fun of wining and dining in Tenerife is finding somewhere different and it’s well worth a trip out to Santa Ursula to the warm and inviting Donde Mario. Though from the outside you might easily pass by it, the inside is elegant and captivating. Restaurateur Mario Torres surprises us every day with his extensive use of produce in season, and his unbeatable experience with wines and cookery. Just try his Cherne warm salad, a super-healthy Canarian fish soup, or his Lomo de Vaca Morucha. You will be captivated.
Set in a series of old Canary houses, this restaurant is made up of a labyrinth of inter-connecting rooms leading off from the bar area in the centre. The atmosphere is reminiscent of an English country pub with its low ceilings with wooden beams and warm décor. The food is fundamentally Canarian. They grow most of their own produce at their allotment and only use olive oil to cook with. Their ethos is a simple one, only use the best, fresh produce and cook it with thought and care. The menu is described as Picoteo, slightly more than tapas without reaching the full-blown three-course meal status. It is delicious and affordable. “La Bodeguita de Enfrente” won the “II Gastronomic Awards Cruzcampo Gran Reserva El Día-Mesa Abierta”, which took place last year.
Why not try a touch of “picoteo”, the Spanish-style of eating where, as the name suggests, you pick a selection of dishes and share with your companions. You will find “El Calderito de la Abuela” in Santa Úrsula and it offers a unique and homely atmosphere combining Canary cuisine with modern creativity. In 2016, “El Calderito de la Abuela” won the “Best Canarian Kitchen Restaurant Award” in the first edition of the “El Dia-Mesa Abierta” Awards on July 28th. The exterior of this property belies what you will find inside as it is full of charm and carácter and there is an incredible view of La Orotava valley. “A gem” is how it is described.
For reservations call 922 302 760 Exit 31 TF-5, Carretera Provincial, 205 Cuesta de la Villa, Santa Úrsula www.labodeguitadeenfrente.net
For reservations call 922 301 918 Exit 31 TF-5, Carretera Provincial, 130 Cuesta de la Villa, Santa Úrsula www.elcalderitodelaabuela.net
For reservations call 922 304 585 Exit 31 TF-5, Carretera Provincial, 119 Cuesta de la Villa, Santa Úrsula www.dondemario.net
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NEW CONCERTS
First opera cycle arrives in Arona
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NE of the most acclaimed voices, the great soprano, Lianna Haroutounian, has opened the 1st Opera Cycle of Arona, an initiative promoted by the local council to bring theatrical music to all citizens.
Make a date with artisan cheese this April
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ASTRONOMY comes in all shapes and forms in the Canary Islands and in April, the spotlight will fall on cheeses.
One of the most important cheese fairs of the archipelago will be held in La Orotava on April 6th and 7th and a huge crowd is once again expected. The deadline for entries for producers is March 15th. The event is organised by the Pinolere Cultural Association in collaboration with La Orotava council, Tenerife Cabildo, the General Directorate of Livestock and the Canary Islands Institute of Agrifood Quality of the Government of the Canary Islands. Sponsorship of this IX Fair of the Canary Cheese and 7th Insular Cheese Competition of Tenerife - Pinolere 2019 comes from CajaSiete.
The fair takes place from 10am to 8pm. This year’s poster is by photographer Yapci Gómez Lima and reflects the artisanal evolution of the Tenerife chees. More than 50 dairies from all the islands of the archipelago are expected to take part. Organisers will reveal more details of the wide programme in March but say the theme will be from artisanal to innovation. It is also intended to link this to the creative gastronomy of the Canary Islands, as many artisan cheese makers work for prestigious chefs and restaurateurs from all the islands.
Lianna inaugurated the series with her debut at the Infanta Leonor Auditorium in Los Cristianos on February 16th. The Armenian singer, who achieved great triumphs in the seasons of the Vienna Opera and the Gran Teatre del Liceu in Barcelona, performed a programme of opera arias and zarzuela romances accompanied on the piano by José Ramón Martín. This first Arona Opera Cycle continues on March 12th with a performance by the Canary artist Celso Albelo, one of the best tenors in the world, who will perform Latin American songs, opera arias and zarzuela romances with the pianist José Francisco Parra. Culture councillor, Leopoldo Díaz said: “Culture should be available to all citizens, so our purpose is to bring to the municipality different cultural options that arouse the interest of Arona residents. In this case, we have opted for opera, since it is one of the most important and significant cultural expressions that encompasses art, literature, poetry, performing arts and music.” Keep up to date on www.arona.org
COLOURFUL SPECTRUM
Under the carnival umbrella in La Orotava
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A Orotava has unveiled its poster announcing Carnival 2019, under the title ‘After the rain, Carnival flourishes’.
The winning work is the creation of two young members of the Murga Los Virgueritos: Aaron Delgado and Giovanni González. The Mixed Commission of the Carnival chose this work from the nine submitted. The poster, as detailed by the authors themselves, is inspired by the theme of the carnival for this year: Carnival under a rain of colour. The work takes the colour of the flowers that germinate after the rain, and giving more importance to this theme since La Orotava is traditionally linked to flowers, and also highlight their gardens and the intense colour of them. The figure that is seen in the foreground represents all those anonymous people who contribute to make these parties great, shown with their umbrella, since, despite being a rainy date, supporters still put on their best costumes and get out onto the streets.
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Legends of 1987 Carnival show to star at Hard Rock Hotel H
ARD Rock Hotel Tenerife has revealed that its first “Children of the 80s” party of the year will be a tribute to Celia Cruz and the famous open-air show in Santa Cruz de Tenerife during the island’s renowned carnival in 1987. Lucrecia (Celia Cruz’s tribute act) together with the authentic Billo’s Caracas Boys from Venezuela will headline the celebrations on March 16th when the 2019 series of ‘Children of the 80s’ kicks off at the open-air stage of the hotel in Playa Paraiso. Like Celia Cruz, Lucrecia is a Cuban singer who is currently playing Celia Cruz in a touring musical about her life. She will lead a special tribute to the Latino legend, one of the most popular Latin artists of the 20th century, who died in 2003 at the age of 77. Returning to Tenerife for the first time in ten years, Billo’s Caracas Boys will support Lucrecia and add to the carnival atmosphere with their
Afro-Cuban-influenced music. Hailing from Venezuela in 1940, the group was formed and led by Billo Frometa until his death in 1990. Celia Cruz and Billo’s Caracas Boys both performed at the 1987 Santa Cruz de Tenerife Carnival, which entered into the Guinness World Records for the largest open-air gathering of people for music show. The event took place during carnival at the Plaza de España in Santa Cruz, with an audience of 250,000 dancing in the street to Caribbean, Colombian, Cuban and Caracas songs. The event is still considered one of the Canary Islands’ most symbolic musical moments.
The special guests will be supported by DJ trio Dream Team and local Canary Island stars Puretas Party, who warm up the crowds at ever y ‘Children of the 80’s’ party with their dance floor classics. The party atmosphere will be boosted by acrobats, break dancers, spectacular visuals, eighties’ photocalls and plenty of other surprises, entertaining the crowds all night long. What’s more, the first 100 people to arrive at the party will receive a special present. Ten ‘Children of the 80’s’ dates are planned for 2019 at Hard Rock Hotel Tenerife, with a party each month taking place between 7pm and midnight. The headline artists for future events will be announced in due course. Early bird tickets are €18 per person and available to purchase online at www.childrenofthe80s.com
URBAN FESTIVAL
Six artists to paint murals in Tenerife town throughout 2019 S
IX national and local artists are to star in the 1st Urban Art Festival 6 of 12 of Los Realejos.
They will paint murals in different districts of the municipality throughout the twelve months of 2019. Details were unveiled by the departments of cultural promotion and citizen participation, led by Adolfo González and Sandra Pérez. The artistic initiative began with the help of the Valencian artist Julieta Xlf, who is working on an area of about 150 square metres on one of the exterior faces of the La Barca neighbourhood association of Toscal Longuera. The work, according to the author, “is inspired by childhood and the flight of the blue finch as outstanding elements, taking into account the proximity of the playground of the area combined with floral elements.” This urban festival is promoted with the Association for the Promotion of the Visual and Performing
Arts of Los Realejos (Afaver) and is coordinated by the Tenerife artist Víctor Pacheco KOB, author of the series of mural paintings of the educational centres of the town. “In Los Realejos we follow the path started two years ago in which we have striven to fill the public spaces of the municipality with colour and art, also giving young creators the opportunity to show their artistic abilities, instituting a festival that programmes interventions ever y two months with the aim of exposing different techniques and styles with very diverse artists in their concepts and methodologies,” said Adolfo González. Víctor Pacheco announced that “several locations are already being defined for the next creations planned in March, May, July, September and November.”
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Hermano Pedro pilgrimage set for April 27th
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HE Franciscan Convent in Granadilla hosted a coordination meeting to plan the XIV edition of the Route of the Way of Brother Pedro that is scheduled to be held on April 27th. The Mayor, José Domingo Regalado, attended the meeting together with the councillors of Culture and Historical-Artistic Heritage of Granadilla de Abona, Eudita Mendoza and Fredi Oramas, respectively; municipal technicians from different areas and the organisation of the event; the head of the Local Police of Granadilla and volunteers of the Cueva del Hermano Pedro, among others. José Domingo Regalado explains that the objective of the meeting is to address the different details of this initiative, whose registration period will open shortly, apart from the integration as a novelty this year, at the request of a neighbourhood group of
the core of Charco del Pino , of a recreation and staging of the tradition in a stretch of the road, on its way through the aforementioned town. Thousands of people join each year to this activity, which began almost 14 years ago in order to recover a symbol of collective memory and that unites histor y, spirituality, landscape and culture. El Camino del Hermano Pedro is not only a transhumance route of the first saint of the Canar y Islands, but it is framed in a set of traditional roads (some of them appear in historical maps of the 18th and 19th century), this being the route that the Brother Pedro traveled to move his flock.
LA OROTAVA
New colour guide to historic restaurants
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HE European University of the Canary Islands and La Orotava council have presented the first Gastropatrimonial guide of the municipality, carried out by more than 20 students of the University.
The guide shows the patrimonial and gastronomic richness of the most emblematic restaurants in the area, published by LeCanarien Ediciones. The presentation, which took place at the City Hall of Orotava, was attended by the Mayor of La Orotava, Francisco Linares; the Rector of the European University of the Canary Islands, Cristiana Oliveira; councillor for economic development, David Benítez and the professor and coordinator of this initiative, Enrique Carrasco. The guide has 20 colour pages, with texts in English and Spanish. It features the 13 restaurants that are located in big houses and spaces of patrimonial interest of the Villa; information is given on the historical value of the properties; the gastronomy that characterises them and a QR code to expand data. This guide, of which 2,000 copies have already been made, will be available to all visitors at the tourist information centres of the Villa.
CARNIVAL LOOMS
Los Realejos become a museum full of life
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OS Realejos is to celebrate its annual Carnival from February 24th.
The fun will continue through to March 6th,Ash Wednesday, when in traditional style the comic figure of “Mr. Rascay” will be cremated by his grieving widows as part of an old custom. This year’s theme is “A museum full of life” and one local resident has a ver y special part to play. As has become the norm in Los Realejos, a much-loved figure stars on the official poster and this time, it is the turn of Juan Antonio González Oliva, one of the most charismatic people within the fiestas of this municipality. He
will also “sound the starting gun” on February 24th. Councillor of fiestas, Isabel Socorro González said: “Juan Antonio’s long career is beyond doubt. He has helped to organise various events of the Carnival of Los Realejos and presided over the retrospective exhibition of old photographs of the carnival shown last year in the Cultural Space La Ferretería and woke up the idea of making this proposal.” The poster is once again the work of the Municipal School of Photography. All the details on www.losrealejos.es
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Tips for healthy eating
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AT the right amount of calories for how active you are, so that you balance the energy you consume with the energy you use. If you eat or drink too much, you’ll put on weight. If you eat and drink too little, you’ll lose weight.
Eat a wide range of foods to ensure that you’re getting a balanced diet and that your body is receiving all the nutrients it needs. It is recommended that men have around 2,500 calories a day (10,500 kilojoules). Women should have around 2,000 calories a day (8,400 kilojoules). Most adults are eating more calories than they need, and should eat fewer calories.
Base your meals on starchy carbohydrates
Starchy carbohydrates should make up just over one third of the food you eat. They include potatoes, bread, rice, pasta and cereals. Choose wholegrain varieties (or eat potatoes with their skins on) when you can: they contain more fibre, and can help you feel full for longer.
Eat lots of fruit and veg
It’s recommended that we eat at least five portions of a variety of fruit and veg every day. It’s easier than it sounds. Why not chop a banana over your breakfast cereal, or swap your usual mid-morning snack for a piece of fresh fruit? Unsweetened 100% fruit juice, vegetable juice and smoothies can only ever count as a maximum of one portion of your 5 A DAY. For example, if you have two glasses of fruit juice and a smoothie in one day, that still only counts as one portion.
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Eat more fish – including a portion of oily fish
OSING your hair isn’t usually anything to be worried about but it can be upsetting. Treatment may help with some types of hair loss.
It’s normal to lose hair. We can lose between 50 and 100 hairs a day, often without noticing. Hair loss isn’t usually anything to be worried about, but occasionally it can be a sign of a medical condition. Some types of hair loss are permanent, like male and female pattern baldness. This
type of hair loss usually runs in the family. Other types of hair loss may be temporary. They can be caused by an illness, stress, cancer treatment, weight loss and/or iron deficiency. See a GP if you have sudden hair loss, you develop bald patches, you’re losing hair in clumps, your head also itches
and burns or you’re worried about your hair loss. Your GP should be able to tell you what’s causing your hair loss by looking at your hair. Tell your GP if your hair loss is affecting your wellbeing, and ask what treatments are available. See your GP first to get a clear and accurate idea of what’s causing your hair loss before thinking about going to a commercial hair clinic, which can be expensive.
Most hair loss doesn’t need treatment and is either temporary and it’ll grow back or a normal part of getting older. Hair loss caused by a medical condition usually stops or grows back once you have recovered. There are things you can try if your hair loss is causing you distress. But most treatments aren’t available on the NHS, so you’ll have to pay for them. No treatment is 100% effective.
Fish is a good source of protein and contains many vitamins and minerals. Aim to eat at least two portions of fish a week, including at least one portion of oily fish. Oily fish contains omega3 fats, which may help to prevent heart disease. You can choose from fresh, frozen and canned: but remember that canned and smoked fish can be high in salt.
Cut down on saturated fat and sugar
We all need some fat in our diet, but it’s important to pay attention to the amount and type of fat we’re eating. There are two main types of fat: saturated and unsaturated. Too much saturated fat can increase the amount of cholesterol in the blood, which increases your risk of developing heart disease. The average man should have no more than 30g saturated fat a day. The average woman should have no more than 20g saturated fat a day, and children should have less than adults.
Sugar in our diet
Regularly consuming foods and drinks high in sugar increases your risk of obesity and tooth decay. Sugary foods and drinks, including alcoholic drinks, are often high in energy (measured in kilojoules or calories), and if eaten too often, can contribute to weight gain. They can also cause tooth decay, especially if eaten between meals. Many packaged foods and drinks contain surprisingly high amounts of free sugars. Free sugars are any sugars added to foods or drinks, or found naturally in honey, syrups and unsweetened fruit juices.
Eat less salt – no more than 6g a day for adults
Eating too much salt can raise your blood pressure. People with high blood pressure are more likely to develop heart disease or have a stroke. Even if you don’t add salt to your food, you may still be eating too much. About three-quarters of the salt we eat is already in the food we buy, such as breakfast cereals, soups, breads and sauces. Use food labels to help you cut down. More than 1.5g of salt per 100g means the food is high in salt. Adults and children over 11 should eat no more than 6g of salt (about a teaspoonful) a day. Younger children should have even less.
Don’t get thirsty
We need to drink plenty of fluids to stop us getting dehydrated – the government recommends 6-8 glasses every day. This is in addition to the fluid we get from the food we eat. All non-alcoholic drinks count, but water and lower-fat milk are healthier choices. Even unsweetened fruit juice and smoothies are high in free sugar. Your combined total of drinks from fruit juice, vegetable juice and smoothies should not be more than 150ml a day – which is a small glass.
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The perception of others based on oral aesthetics
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RAL aesthetics, with certainty, contribute to social relationships and improve the selfesteem of patients, and therefore their wellbeing,” explains Víctor Cubillo, medical director of Artedental. The mobile phone, social networks, selfies, applications to retouch images. Currently there are multiple tools that make it easy for our image to be displayed at all times as a showcase for Oxford Street. The writer Naomi Klein told a recent interview with a popular Spanish journalist, Jordi Évole, that an important number of young people have gone from showing logos in their belongings to becoming
logos for themselves, in their reference to how they perceive their work “No Logo “almost twenty years later. In the digital universe, you can always choose the best photo among forty, which makes an idealized image of ourselves. The intention is not only to like us. Obviously, it’s about liking others. The perception that others build of us, especially in the first encounters, influences
multiple aspects of social life. If we prepare for a job interview or a first appointment, clothing or personal hygiene are fundamental in the impression we will cause. Dental aesthetics also contribute a great deal to these perceptions, although erroneously it seems more subtle. The diseases, the disorders related to the mouth go beyond a health problem. Just a year ago, Austin Frakt, director of the Partnered Evidence-Based Policy Resource Center at the V.A. Boston Healthcare System, published in The New York Times: “People with bad teeth
can be stigmatised, both in social settings and in finding employment. Studies document that we make judgments about one another - including about intelligence according to the aesthetics of teeth and mouth.” “The aesthetic question in oral health has become a factor of great importance in recent decades. We, as professionals, always add functionality (a correct bite will affect, for example, an adequate digestion or the absence of cervical discomfort), but today we emphasise that oral aesthetics, with certainty, contributes to social relationships and improves the self-esteem of patients, “,explains Víctor Cubillo, medical director of one of the clinics with the longest route in the Canary Islands in the placement of dental implants, Artedental. In fact, there are many investigations that have this factor as the axis. In 2014, the American Association of Orthodontists published “Do dental esthetics have any influence on finding a job?” and concluded that, after showing photographs to human resources personnel of
various companies, the photographs of people with ideal dental esthetics were, on average, evaluated as superior with respect to intelligence and likelihood of being hired than were the photographs of the same subjects with nonideal dental esthetics. On the other hand, the research published by The International Journal of Prosthodontics, The Impact of Dental Appearance on the Appraisal of Personal Characteristics, this time in 2003, aimed to find out the influence of dental appearance on the perception of characteristics such as competence or intellectual ability. The research stated that “participants judged subjects with less dental disease to be more socially competent, to show greater intellectual achievement, and to have better psychologic adjustment”, and concluded that, “in the absence of other information, the judgments an individual makes concerning the personal characteristics of others are influenced by dental appearance “. The level of comfort that we feel with respect to our mouth will also favour that we smile more or less frequently. And this also influences perception. A study by the University of Claire Conway, University of Aberdeen (United Kingdom), has shown that people who in
a first contact smile and look directly in the eyes are more attractive and interesting to their interlocutors. The subjects interviewed in the study stated that they felt more comfortable with happy faces and with confidence. If we accept that dental aesthetics have a decisive influence, for example, on achieving a job, as some of these investigations conclude, a mouth perceived as not very aesthetic will also function as a factor of inequality. But there is a solution. “The disorders associated with dental aesthetics are mainly changes in enamel coloration, tooth wear caused by malocclusion (bruxism), asymmetries, fractures and, in the most extreme cases, the absence of teeth” , explains the director of Artedental. “All this influences not only the autestima, but in the social perception. We are fortunate that dentistry has developed spectacular treatments to correct these defects, improving the well-being of a large part of the population. We are talking about orthodontics, whitening, placement of implants, veneers or bridges. Each individual will find the most appropriate solution to their problem after a personalised study, and nowadays in dental clinics we can offer truly dignifying solutions to practically everyone, “he concludes.
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Waves prove scarce but world surfing still a huge success
T Mountain race much anticipated in Guia de Isora
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HE Mountain Race of Guía de Isora - Ascent to Tágara on Sunday, March 17th at 9am will open the calendar of major sporting events to be held in 2019 in Guía de Isora. According to sports councillor, José Fernando Rivero “this is the test we organise - in this case in collaboration with the Sports Club Tágara Trail Tenerife Corre - in which more athletes participate, exceeding this year the 500-mark”. In this sense, he points out that “despite the tough nature of the race, we continue to fill the places and we owe that mainly to the great work of the members of the Tágara Trail and to the volunteers, who will be in charge of the five supply points distributed to along the way.” Héctor González, president of the Tágara Trail club said: “We are very satisfied to have exceeded again the 500 places, a figure we consider the limit to meet our objectives of quality, safety, treatment to the runner and other services we offer.” People interested in the trekking route can register on the internet, on the mdsports website. is (at the OLEAJE SPORT stores -the one in Guargacho and the one in the La Tejita Shopping Center (El Médano) - and B. RUNNER in La Laguna, as well as in the SAC office of Playa de San Juan, and the Sports Councils
and Youth of the City Council of Guía de Isora. The Mountain Race of Guía de Isora-Rise to Tágara, which this year celebrates its eighth edition, is consolidated as an outstanding sporting event in the agendas of people who are fond of trail running. The test, which aspires to maintain the high sporting standards of past editions, has again two races: the 14-kilometre race and the 34-kilometre race. Both will have their exit and goal in the square of Guia de Isora centre and will run through different trails in the upper and middle areas of the municipality, among which are the hamlets of Aripe, Chirche, El Jaral, or such emblematic areas in the municipality as Tágara , Tafosaya, Llano del Negro, Las Fuentes or El Choro, among others. In parallel, there will also be a nearby hiking route of about eight kilometres. The test is the third highest in the Canary Islands, behind the Transvulcania de La Palma and the Blue Trail of Tenerife, with a maximum height of 2,100 metres approximately above sea level.
HE last day of the Cabreiroá Las Américas Pro Tenerife 2019, reserved for the semifinals and finals in the men’s and women’s categories, saw triumphs for Timothee Bisso and Daniela Boldini.
The surfer from Tenerife Daniela Boldini stood up to Leticia Canales from Bilbao and was proclaimed champion of the Cabreiroá Las Américas Pro Tenerife tournament in a very tight final. “I still do not believe it, I’m living a dream, and thank you very much to everyone who was supporting me,” the surfer told the World Surf League. The weather conditions, with a considerably flat sea throughout the day, prevented surfers from displaying their
best surfing. But Boldini took advantage of the few opportunities offered by the ocean and two big waves of
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HE Mayor of Puerto de la Cruz, Lope Afonso, and sports councillor, Javier González visited the improvement works of the sports centre known as ‘Las Mesitas’, located in the district of La Vera. The actions consisted in the improvement of the pavement, replacement and repair of the perimeter fence and improvement of the sports furniture. The municipal investment has been 9,600 euros.
4.33 and 5.17 crowned her at the top of the podium. After a vibrant female final it was the turn of the men, the French surfers Paul Distinguin and Timothee Bisso. Bisso led the score from the beginning. The Frenchman connected a fantastic wave of 8.33 within a few minutes of touching the water, a move that he would later back with another good wave of 6.77 points. Distinguin tried to respond and cut distances by catching many small waves, but he did not manage to overcome the 15.10 total of Bisso, who completed a brilliant championship. Also, the Israeli surfer Anat Leliot received a cheque of 500 euros for establishing the highest single female event score, a 9.33, and Thomas Debierre, with an almost perfect wave of 9.93, did the same in the men’s category . The Cabreiroá Las Américas Pro Tenerife is part of the world surf circuit. The event distributes 1,500 points among the
winners, in addition to $ 15,000 in prizes, both for the men’s and women’s categories. An initiative framed within the commitment for equality and equity in sport. The Mayor of Arona, José Julián Mena said that “We have hosted more than 150 professional surfers from five continents, achieving a very important impact, making the name of Arona and Playa de las Américas travel the world. Surfing is a sport very linked to sustainability and the environment and we are a municipality that believes in both things, so we will continue supporting all the actions that suppose giving support to the world of surfing.” Cabreiroá Las Américas Tenerife Pro has the sponsorship of the Arona City Council, Spring Hotels Group, Canary Islands, Latitude of Life, Tourism of Tenerife, Cabreiroá, Estrella Galicia, Spanish Surf Federation, Canary Islands Surf Federation, Playa de Las Americas Arona, Siam Mall, World Surf L eague, Rahn Group and Palm Beach.
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AN Juan de a Rambla has started a sports programme in the newly rehabilitated Municipal Sports Pavilion.
The object, says the Mayor, is to allow all residents, for the first time, to make use of the facilities with a system of free access. Under this formula, the council will open the area of the Pavilion’s courts from 6pm to 10pm so that any resident can use them freely. This action is the prologue to the programming that is being designed following the requests of residents themselves and will be of interest to all ages. “We started the activity in the Municipal Pavilion with a few days of open doors so that local people can become familiar with the amount of resources offered by the facility,” says the Mayor . It is planned to also offer cardio-fitness classes, pilates, zumba, physical maintenance, badminton, table tennis, athletics, rhythmic gymnastics and karate. The rehabilitation of the Sports Pavilion, closed after the
conclusion of the old concession, concluded last January and was carried out with a budget of around 142,000 euros of insular and municipal contribution. Work included the commissioning of the exterior panoramic lift, which had been in disuse for years, the improvement of the central sports court, the execution of the fire-fighting tank, and the improvement of thermal insulation thanks to a correct waterproofing on the roof eliminating water leaks, in addition to solving damage to the roof beams. A second block of actions contemplated the improvement of plumbing, changing rooms and showers, comprehensive electrical inspection, renovation of lighting fixtures, correction of defects in the area of stands, paint to remove moisture from walls and ceilings, embellishment of walls, elements metallic, perimeter fence and walls of green areas.
RONA has put into operation a street workout park with calisthenics in the El Almendro area of Valle San Lorenzo. Groups of young people and athletes, the association Calistenia Arona and residents, both from Valle San Lorenzo and the rest of the municipality, gathered with the Mayor, José Julián Mena, and the rest of the corporation in the recreational area El Almendro to inaugurate the first of a set of specific circuits for the practise of these sports modalities. Calisthenics is a widespread sport among young people in the municipality and has a growing demand, which until now could hardly be met for lack of specific spaces for this. This led to associations such as Calistenia Arona to ask for the involvement of the council, both to enable places for practice by residents of the municipality and for the organisation of events with young guests from other locations on the island.
This situation has led the corporation to start up this circuit in El Almendro as well as to plan others in different locations. Councillor for sports, Juan Sebastián Roque, stressed that “in three and a half years, the sports infrastructures of Arona have taken a giant leap in terms of improvement and
modernisation. Today we put into service another alternative for a practice that has an important demand from dozens of young people in the municipality.” Youth leader Yolanda Mendoza explained that “this project is already a reality thanks to the spirit of collaboration of the youth
associations of the municipality. They were the ones that transmitted to us the demand of having a worthy space in which they could practice calisthenics and exercise outdoors, in addition to allowing them to invite and socialise with young people from other municipalities that also practice calisthenics.”
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AN Juan de la Rambla is currently carrying out rehabilitation and improvement work on the El Volcán soccer field in the Las Aguas district.
The plan has been divided into two phases. On the one hand, dedicated to the correction of damages and on the other, safety. The first, currently in execution, focuses on the application of new plastering to strengthen walls and thereby correcting humidity problems. Improvements are also being made to joinery. Likewise, with regard to the specific area of play, a comprehensive maintenance of the entire lawn and review of the water, irrigation and light installation is being carried out and both the goals and the safety nets have been replaced. The second phase of the work to equip the El Volcán football field with a renewed aspect will involve the complete improvement of security, making it necessary to install a new fence to replace the existing one. “From the Department of Sports, we are committed to providing our residents with free access to all sports facilities of the municipality. The improvement works of El Volcán football field, and those that are being executed in the simile of Los Quevedos, improve the comfort of the two large football clubs in the municipality,” said sports councillor Priscila Díaz.
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Alerts over driving abroad hard to remember the names of medication you are taking and how often when you are stressed or in pain. This simple exercise of recording the details may well help you and medical staff enormously and save, what may potentially be vital time. If you live alone or perhaps with someone who has Alzheimer or another illness of this type, or if you have pets that are inside when you are not at home, you should try always to make sure that someone else holds a key for your property so that if something happens, access to your family member /pet is possible. We understand that a lot of people do not have extended family living on the island and whilst they may have these people listed as contacts or Aa contacts, if they are not here it’s a little irrelevant in these circumstances.
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N this week’s issue we would like to draw your attention to some very important issues that are not solely related to driving or cars but to many aspects of our lives when living abroad. Probably the most important is to ensure that if you have a mobile phone, and most people do these days, that they ensure that there are emergency contacts in their contact list that can be accessed by emergency services in the event of an accident or incident, whether in your car, as a pedestrian or at home.
A lot of people are not aware that they should register that they are living here with the British Consul in Santa Cruz who are sometimes advised then by hospitals, police etc. in the event of an accident, or worse Death. It’s very simple, in Spain to do this you should select whom you want contacted and in your contact list have them as the first in the list as Aa June (for example) Aa Fred (your husband, partner for example). It is of course useful if these people speak Spanish but if not try to put an Aa contact who does. This can often make what can be a very stressful situation less so. Secondly, most telephones have the possibility to record health information and medication taken and again this can be vitally important if you are unconscious or not quite “with it” due to the incident. Its sometimes very
We realise that it’s sometimes hard to make friends here or to find someone to trust but in the event of something happening it’s good to know that you at least have a contact who lives here. Our advice is to think about the themes raised in this article and sort out some of these things in order to avoid stressing yourself in times of trouble. We hope this has helped to high light some things that people may not have thought about or have put to the back of their mind.
Chinese demand for Spanish property appears to be cooling down. Why?
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HINESE demand for property in Spain has been growing strongly since 2013, but the last three quarters have seen the number of Chinese investors stagnating and even declining for the first time in years. What factors might explain this change in the trend?
The graph above illustrates how Chinese demand has grown from 289 purchases to Q3 2013 to 626 in Q3 2018, though Q3 2017 was the peak in demand with 739 transactions, a 26% annualised increase at the time. Since Q4 2017 Chinese demand has been stagnant or negative, with a 15% decline in Q3 2018, all according to the latest figures available from the Spanish Land Registrar ’s Association. Compared to other foreign markets China was the one that declined the most in Q3 last year.
There are three factors I am aware of that help explain the lower interest from Chinese investors in the last three quarters for which data is available. First of all, the constitutional crisis in Catalonia, where separatists in control of the regional government have been trying to break away from Spain, will have undermined investor confidence. Chinese buyers are predominantly interested in Spain’s so-called ‘Golden Visa’ residency-by-investment scheme, and most of them head for Barcelona rather than Madrid, so the Catalan separatist drive adds an element of risk that foreign investors have to take into account. Chinese demand peaked in Q3 2017 just before the political situation in Catalonia turned ugly, so I think it’s likely that Chinese demand would have been stronger had the political situation in Catalonia been less alarming to foreign investors who don’t understand local politics. But local politics isn’t the only factor. Experts in Chinese demand I have talked to mention two other factors, namely a crackdown in China on taking capital out of the country, and increased competition in Europe for Golden Visa investors. Capital controls in China are not new. I think the authorities imposed a limit several years ago of something like €50,000 per person that can be taken out of the country, so one Golden Visa investor has to get a group of family and friends to club together and pool their allowances in order to reach the €500,000 level required to qualify for a Golden Visa investment in Spanish property. But I hear the Chinese authorities are making life more difficult for those trying to get money out of the country, and this might be reducing Chinese demand globally. The other factor I’m aware of is increased competition for Chinese investors from other EU countries offering Golden Visa schemes like Spain’s. I’m told that Greece has recently introduced a scheme that is similar to Spain’s but only requires an investment of €250,000 in property compared to Spain’s €500,000, making it more attractive for investors, and potentially more lucrative for those selling the scheme. Furthermore, property in Greece is cheaper than Spain, and Greek banks are far more lax about complying with money laundering rules than are Spanish banks. So if you are a Chinese investor looking for an EU Golden Visa with Schengen-area travel freedom then Greece looks like a better option right now. I’m told the Greek Golden Visa is so popular with Chinese investors right now that even air stewardesses on flights from China are touting them. I wouldn’t be surprised if there is a scandal involving the Greek scheme before long, at which point more the safer Spanish scheme will start to look more attractive again. Written by Mark Stücklin Mark Stücklin is a Barcelona-based property market analyst and consultant, and author of the 'Spanish Property Doctor' column in the Sunday Times (2005 - 2008).
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SELECTION OF PROPERTY OFFERS ON TENERIFE NORTH PUERTO DE LA CRUZ
Ref.: Z-1156-A
Price: 150.000€
Renovated house 2 bedrooms
ICOD DE LOS VINOS
Ref.: Z-3380-V
Price: 380.000€
Perfect for Bed & Breakfast 6 bedrooms
PUERTO DE LA CRUZ
Ref.: Z-11195-V
Price: 1.149.950€
Modern villa with pool 4 en-suite bedrooms
EL SAUZAL
Ref.: Z-4795-V
Price: 785.000€
Stunning Villa 4 bedrooms
LOS REALEJOS
Ref.: Z-2380-V
Price: 380.000€
Villa with pool 3 bedrooms
ICOD DE LOS VINOS
Ref.: J-3155-C
Price: 155.000€
House with sea views 5 bedrooms
PUERTO DE LA CRUZ
Ref.: M-1350-L
Commercial property (alcohol sale & massage licence ) 280sqm
Price: On request
LA OROTAVA
Ref.:M-2295-V
Price: 295.000€
Villa with views 243sqm
TACORONTE
Ref.: J-4285-V
Price: 284.855€
Villa with garden 3 bedrooms
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ESTATE AGENTS Calle Flor de Pascua 33 , Los Gigantes I Tel.: 922 862 901 I www.delmargigantes.net
Club II - Los Gigantes
La Riviera - Puerto Santiago
Luxury studio apartment with fitted kitchen, living room, permanent sleeping area, bathroom, well furnished and terrace with wonderful sea views. Community pool and lifts.
Top floor one bedroom apartment with lounge/dining room, fully fitted kitchen, bathroom, fully furnished and 2 terraces with wonderful sea views. Heated community pool.
180.000 €
225.000 €
Balcón de Los Gigantes Puerto Santiago Beautiful 2 bedroom apartment with lounge/dining room, fitted kitchen, 2 bathrooms 1 en-suite, fully furnished and large terrace with lovely sea views. 2 community swimming pools and lifts.
210.000 €
Calle Adelfas - Los Gigantes Large 3 bedroom duplex property with lounge/dining room, fitted kitchen, 2 bathrooms, guest toilet, part furnished and 3 terraces and garden. Includes 2 garages.
595.000 €
Jose González Fortes - Los Gigantes
Proyco - Playa de la Arena
Sunset - Puerto Santiago
Geranios - Los Gigantes
Attractive 2 bedroom apartment with lounge/dining room, fitted kitchen, bathroom, unfurnished, balcony, terrace and roof terrace with stunning cliff and sea views.
Unfurnished one bedroom apartment with lounge/dining room, fitted kitchen, shower room and terrace with sea views. Centraly located and next to the beach.
Spacious 2 bedroom apartment with lounge/dining room, fitted kitchen, bathroom, fully furnished and terrace with views of La Gomera and the sea. Garage space included. Community swimming pool and lifts.
Attractive 2 large bedroom apartment with lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen, fully furnished, 2 bathrooms, utility patio and large terrace with wonderful sea views. Garage included. Community swimming pool.
180.000 €
139.000 €
179.000 €
280.000 €
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PUERTO DE LA CRUZ
LOS REALEJOS
Bright and friendly apartment with sea and Teide views in Puerto de la Cruz
Romantic bungalow with sepectacular views
Ref.: 91433
Ref.: 91438
268.000€
169.500€
ADEJE
ADEJE
Villa with pool and sea views in the sunny south of Tenerife
Luxury villa for golf lovers in the sunny south of Tenerife
Ref.: 91409
Ref.: 91332
970.000€
1.230.000€
PUERTO DE LA CRUZ
LOS REALEJOS
Elegant 3 bedroom apartment with large garden and pool in Puerto de la Cruz Ref.: 91406
Nice apartment with sensational sea views in the north of Tenerife
369.000€
Ref.: 91399
219.000€
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PUERTO DE LA CRUZ
Chalet with sea views, garden and swimming pool. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. 168sqm. Plot: 1200sqm. 350.000€
Apartment in Puerto de la Cruz with views to Puerto, sea & swimming pool. 2 balconies, 1 bedroom,1 bathroom, garage & store room. 70sqm. 150.000€
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PUERTO DE LA CRUZ
LA MATANZA
Chalet with mountain views, garden and swimming pool. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 203sqm. Plot: 500sqm. 405.000€
1 bedroom apartment on second floor, with two lifts, garage and community garden. 100.000€
2 bedroom apartment with 2 bathrooms, 2 balconies, store room & garage. Swimming pool & views to Teide, Puerto & sea. 140.000€
SAN JUAN DE LA RAMBLA
TACORONTE CENTRE
LA MATANZA
Chalet with views, sauna, garden and garage. 2 bedrooms, 2 + 1 bathrooms, 164sqm. Plot: 432sqm. 350.000€
Chalet 278sqm, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, laundry room, garden terrace. Plot: 1000sqm. 360.000€
Apartment 64sqm, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 2 balconies, swimming pool, views to Teide, Puerto de la Cruz and sea. 90.000€
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Beautifully presented, top floor apartment situated in the popular and centrally located complex of Tamara. Easy access with minimal steps, this property comprises of one double bedroom, one bathroom and lounge with open plan kitchen. Large terrace with wonderful sea views benefiting from all day sunshine. Pleasantly furnished. Tranquil area. Complex with two communal swimming pools and low community fees.
Beautifully maintained apartment situated centrally next to the Church square in Los Gigantes. Based on the top floor, this property comprises of one double bedroom, one refurbished shower room and lounge with open plan kitchen and dining area. The terrace is accessible from the lounge area and offers views of the church square. Pleasantly furnished. Within walking distance to all local amenities.
PRICE: £150,000
PRICE: €130,000
TPS1687 Fully refurbished apartment situated in the sought after, Crab Island Apartments in Los Gigantes. Based on the ground floor with minimal steps, this property comprises of one double bedroom, one bathroom and lounge with open plan kitchen and dining area. Fantastic terrace and garden area offering wonderful views of the cliffs and sea. Extremely sought after and tranquil area within walking distance to all local amenities.
PRICE: £129,500
TPS2041 Extremely spacious apartment situated in the tranquil and residential street of Calle Palmera offering easy access with no steps. The front of the property hosts 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen and an open plan lounge/dining leading onto an extensive terrace offering panoramic views. The rear of the property boasts another double bedrom, bathroom, sauna and open plan lounge and dining area overlooking the private swimming pool. Extensive terraces, gardens and a garage for 2 cars. This property offers excellent potential and must be seen.
PRICE: €395,000
TPS2035
TPS3332
Fantastically positioned duplex apartment in Los Gigantes. Situated on the sought after Calle Palmera, this property is constructed over two levels offering amazing sea views. Comprising of two double bedrooms, one shower room, large lounge with dining area and a separate kitchen this property offers great potential. The main terrace accessible from both the lounge and dining room boasts panoramic views of the sea, cliffs, and harbour. Large front terrace with potential to add further accomodation. Large garage included situated at the entrance of the property. No community fees.
Beautifully presented townhouse style property situated in the sought after Calle Palmera in Los Gigantes. Constructed over 5 levels this property boasts large garage with direct access to the property, three spacious double bedrooms, two bathrooms, one of which is an en suite, cloakroom, separate kitchen and lounge. Two spacious terraces and an additional roof terrace all benefiting from fantastic views and sunshine. No community fees. Located in a tranquil cul-de-sac.
PRICE: £395,000
PRICE: £325,000
TPS4303
TPS4348
Spacious villa situated in the tranquil urbanization of San Francisco just minutes outside of Los Gigantes. Modernly furnished this property boasts three double bedrooms, two bathrooms, and an open plan walk through lounge, dining room and kitchen. Extensive terraces surround the property offering a private heated swimming pool and wonderful sea views. Garage attached.
Extremely well presented villa situated in the tranquil urbanization of San Francisco, just outside Los Gigantes. Comprising two bedrooms, two refurbished bathrooms and an open plan lounge with dining area and fully refurbished kitchen, this property is also pleasantly furnished. Extensive terraces surround the property with a private swimming pool and outside dining area fully equipped with mosquito screens and sun blinds. Additional studio apartment with its own private entrance. Lock up garage.
PRICE: £595,000
PRICE: €565,000
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