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MAGAZINE THE Tenerife Lifestyle The Canary Islands’ Biggest Fortnightly English Newspaper · El periódico quincenal en inglés más leído en las Islas Canarias controlados por: Circulation controlled by Canary Islands 1.80 € 34 November 2008 Win a weekend at the Hotel Jardín Tecina The Prince and Princess of Asturias in Tenerife

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Win a weekend at the Hotel

Jardín Tecina

The Prince and Princess of Asturias in Tenerife

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4 HAPPENINGS San Andrés 5 HAPPENINGS Football superstars

6 PROFILE The Prince and Princess of Asturias

8 CRUISING Around the world on a cruise ship

10 DREAMHOMEDIY Refurbishment project

13 bEAUtY 21st century man

14 DRESSINGUP Punt Roma 16 MOtORING New Mini Cooper Clubman

20 GOLFING 5th Open and ProAm Tecina Golf

24 EAtINGGUIDE

28 EAtING Greek Corner

29 WINEGUIDE

30 FACES&PLACES Airam opening night

32 FACES&PLACES Competition winners and more

34 FACES&PLACES Teatro Leal inauguration

36 HOME&GARDEN Hibiscus38 CRAFtS Buying crafts41 SHORtStORIES

50 CHINESEHOROSCOPES The Rooster 51 PUZZLES

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The MagazineC/ Francisco Feo Rodríguez, 6

Las Chafiras 38620 San Miguel de Abona

Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain

Tel: 922 750 609 & 609 581 632Fax: 922 795 810

E-mail: [email protected]

Publisher & Proprietor Tina Straub, Joe Schacher

Managing DirectorJoe Schacher

Editor Clio O’Flynn

Commercial Director Henry Cruz

CoordinatorTheresa Willson

Features WritersClio O’Flynn, Sheila Collis,

Gerald Ruben, Theresa Willson, Karen Swift

DesignMariusz Firek

SalesMandy Stewart, Uli Gloser,

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Wine and chestnuts for San Andrés

On 29th November, the eve of Saint Andrew’s Day, the fiestas of San Andrés are held in several towns in Tenerife, including Igueste de San Andrés, close to Playa de las Teresitas in Santa Cruz. This is a very special celebration when the local wineries open to taste the year’s new wine which in Icod de los Vinos is accompanied by roast chestnuts and salted fish. This fiesta includes the ritual of Las Tablas (the boards), in which young people slide down the steep streets at breakneck speeds on greased boards.

This tradition is also followed in La Guancha and is even more exciting because the road where it takes place is not straight. Scholars indicate that on the eve, the owners needed to clean their barrels where the new wine would be stored. For this, until the early twentieth century they used salt water, so the barrels were taken down to the coast by sliding them over the road surface, producing a tremendous noise which was a precursor to the opening of the wine

cellars. There is always a great festive atmosphere as each family opens up its cellar and the new wine is tasted or baptised. Traditional folk songs called Isas, folías and malagueñas can be heard everywhere.

In Puerto de la Cruz and La Orotava these fiestas are referred to as Los Cacharros or La Castaña. Teenagers run noisily around the town banging pots and pans or dragging strings of tin cans, or even larger items such as old bathtubs – anything that makes a noise. In Puerto de la Cruz, the meeting place is the Plaza del Charco where you can eat roast chestnuts, corn and sweet potatoes accompanied by lots of wine. The fiestas of San Andrés are also celebrated in Fasnia, Candelaria and Arona.

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Roasted chestnuts are a traditional part of the

festivities

The new wines are tasted

during these fiestas

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Football superstars in Tenerife

Football super stars of the past will be playing here in Tenerife 5th, 6th and 7th December 2008 against regular players from near and far!

Soccer Experience is proud to present a weekend to remember for the people of Tenerife. Many of the world’s footballing legends such as Bruce Grobbelaar and (David Seaman’s least favourite player) Nayim will be taking part, and for the first time on Tenerife soil, there will be an old firm rivalry game between two teams with ex-Glasgow Rangers vs ex-Glasgow Celtic players. Ali Mauchlen, Darren Jackson, Reggi Blinker, Scott Nisbett and Mark Walters are just some of the big names committed to taking part.

All in all up to 20 teams, local and international, will be involved, with up to 200 players participating for a chance to win the tournament cup. These games are fast and furious, and of 15 minutes duration, with plenty of goals and action for all to see.

The tournament is to be held at the Las Torres 7’s football stadium, Adeje. As well as the games, the Sunday night presentation of trophies etc. will also see

a questions and answers session with the stars – so you can be the one to ask “Bruce why did you wobble your legs in the European Cup Final penalty shoot out?” or “Nayim, what was going through your mind before chipping David Seaman from the halfway line in the UEFA cup final?”

Sponsor the stars: You can sponsor a team and also help donate to a number of children’s charities – if you or your business can help in any way big or small to make the tournament very special please contact: by email [email protected] .or tel: 654 200 470.For regular updates on the event keep an eye on the sports pages of Island Connections. By

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Ali Mauchlen and Bruce Grobbelaar during last year´s tournament

Marc Walters waits to play

Far left:Leicester City will be represented

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Their Royal Highnesses

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When, in November 2003, the official word from the palace came through that the heir to the Spanish throne, Prince Felipe de Borbón y Grecia, was to marry television news journalist Letizia Ortiz Rocasolano the Spanish people were, in general, delighted. Delighted that their prince was finally to settle down and delighted at his choice, a bride to be that reflected the modern face of the new Spain.

The welcome that the Princess of Asturias to be received from both the royal family and the public was overwhelmingly positive – there were, of course, one or two detractors who held onto the “blood will out” theory that like should marry like and royals should

only marry nobility. For the majority though this was a modern day fairy story. The way the couple had met (she was covering the oil spillage caused by the break up of the Prestige tanker off the coast of Galicia, he was visiting the scene), the huge secrecy surrounding their budding romance, and the fact that they were, certainly in front of all the world’s camera, very much in love, only added to the story.

Prince Felipe had borne the label of one of Europe’s more eligible bachelors until news of his engagement to Letizia broke, and his romances were, unsurprisingly, the stuff of media fodder. Educated both in Spain and abroad (in Canada), he is also respected for his work through his Prince of Asturias foundation, which recognises people in a variety of fields, such as communication, sport, social sciences, the arts, humanities and international cooperation.

Letizia was a commoner, and what’s more a divorcee, and was also seen to be a woman very much in her own right as well as elegant and very feminine. She

The Prince and Princess with their two

children, the Infantas Leonor and Sofía

Far right:King Juan Carlos I and his son Prince Felipe de Borbón y

Grecia

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was known to the public for her work on both CNN+ and TV España where she was one of the main news anchors, and had reported from international news zones such as New York’s Ground Zero and Iraq during the war there. Her elevation to the status of princess was seen as a sign of an open forward looking monarchy, representative of the Spain of the 21st century. And the moves that have been made since to change the Spanish law of succession ensuring that, regardless of the sex of other children born to the couple, their first born, the Infanta Leonor, is second in line to the throne behind her father, have further strengthened the couple’s standing in modern society.

They are seen as part of the new wave of royalty in Europe, along with other couples such as Princess

Mary (nee Donaldson, from Tasmania) and Prince Frederik of Denmark.

The Prince and Princess of Asturias have two children, the Infanta Leonor, born on October 31st 2005 and the Infanta Sofía, born on 29th April 2007.

The Prince and Princess have visited these islands on a number of occasions, and have often, along with other members of the royal family, holidayed in Lanzarote, where Queen Sofía’s niece, Princess Alexia of Greece, lives with her husband and children. The most recent visit of the Prince and Princess to these shores was in October where they visited both Gran Canaria and Tenerife, the latter to officiate at the inauguration of the reopening of the Teatro Leal in La Laguna (see pages 34 and 35). By

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The couple are seen to be very much part of a modern day family, albeit with royal status

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8 NOVEMBER 2008

Around the world on a cruise ship

For those of you who have never cruised before, I thought that over the next few editions of The Magazine we would look at some of the ‘happenings that go on on the bridge’ and some of the locations you could find yourself visiting.

Let’s assume for the sake of simplicity that we start our cruise in Southampton aboard the SS Aurora. What you will read now is the Cruise Log as recorded by the Navigator (I have omitted some of the times as they can be repetitive). However when we get to the ports I will try and cover what there is to see and some of the tours available.DAY 1: At 21:46 with all passengers safely embarked and all pre-departure safety checks complete the

order was given to ‘let go’ forward and aft. The ship slipped her lines and began to move off the berth. Three minutes later she was ‘under way’ using engines, moving ahead through Southampton Water towards Calshot. Rounding Calshot spit with the Brambles turn complete, the ship entered the Solent setting various south-easterly courses towards Nab Tower. The local pilot was disembarked and five minutes later the Captain rang ‘Full Away on Passage’. A south-easterly course was then set into the English Channel, before altering to the south-west to head towards the north-western shores of France, and the Bay of Biscay.DAY 2: During the early morning, the ship followed a series of south-westerly courses through the English Channel. Having cleared the English Channel, a course of 209 true was set making for the entrance into the Bay of Biscay. From departure from Southampton until noon this day the ship cruised a distance of 240 nautical miles at an average speed of 19.7 knots.DAY 3: The ship maintained the course 209 true and in the early hours of the morning cleared the Bay and set a course of 205 true for Madeira. From noon day 2 until noon day 3, the ship has cruised a total distance of 507nm at an average speed of 21.1 knots.DAY 4: Shortly before 08:42, the ship made landfall, off the Madeira archipelago, when the lle de Cima lighthouse off the coast of Porto Santo was sighted at a range of 24nm. At 12:00 the ship rounded the south-eastern tip of Madeira and paralleled the southern shores towards Funchal harbour. The pilot was boarded at 13:30 and on passing the breakwater the ship commenced swinging bow to starboard. 20 minutes later the ship was parallel to her berth and the order was given to commence ‘running lines’. By 14:15 the ship was all fast alongside her berth and with clearance granted, the first passengers proceeded ashore.

We are on our way...

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Madeira is roughly twice the size of the Isle of Wight. Pico Ruivo at 6,106 feet is 1,700 feet higher than Ben Nevis. The Encumeada road tunnel (1.9 miles) is the longest in Portugal. Madeira is especially famous for flowers and wine, and its population is about 280,000.

Funchal is the island capital and here visitors can see the old market where some of the wine shops are outstanding. The flower market in the same location offers a truly immense selection of orchids and other flowers which, depending on which ship you are on, you may be able to take back on board. Taxis are yellow with blue stripes, these normally have meters with set prices for destinations in and near Funchal. If you are going further afield, agree a price before setting off. The orange Horarios do Funchal buses operate regular services around the city and are inexpensive. Tickets can be bought at the kiosk on the seafront. ‘Pargem’ indicates a bus stop.

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The first port of call was Funchal, Madeira

Do try the local food:Espada - a scabbard fish often poached in white wine or fried with bananas. Espetada - skewered beef kebabs grilled over laurel twigsPudim - caramel pudding in Madeira wineBolo de Mel - Madeira honey cakeMadeira wine is world famous and it is worth trying the different types. Malmsy is a full bodied sweet wine, Boal is a semi sweet dessert wine, Verdelho is a medium dry wine, and Sercial, the driest wine and rather like a sherry. Coral lager is an excellent local beer. The time in Madeira is the same as in Tenerife. One point worth noting is that 112 is an all purpose emergency number.In the next issue we will set sail for Barbados. If any reader would like to comment or relate any of their cruising experiences I would be delighted to hear from them. E-mail me on [email protected] and mark the subject CRUISING.

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10 NOVEMBER 2008

3rd June: The ensuite bathroom needs a window. Actually, it also needs a toilet and basin, shower tray, drains, taps .... The previous owner had tiled it though.

An excellent piece of advice we were given was to, “get to know the folks at the local ferreteria”. The lads at Guanipa speak no English but are very patient with my halting Spanish. They sell everything from buckets to budgie food, as well as most building supplies. They deliver the same day and have the cheapest skips around – only 50 euros as long as you only fill it with rubble.

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Mi Casa A project to refurbish an ageing Canarian house

The guys at Ferretería Guanipa

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16th June: The small garden is completely choked with weeds. What’s worse, they have attacked the brickwork, grown through the walls and into the drains! Dinah attacked them with loppers and sprayed them with a powerful weed killer.

21st June: We painted just enough to put up the name and the letterbox. Perelandra is from a book by C.S. Lewis. It is the name he gave to the planet Venus.

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By mid-July, thanks to the help of friends, we had cleared the rubble. Some of it went into two skips and some of it was used to level the courtyard.

Dinah attacking the overgrown weeds in the garden

The new bathroom window from the outside, prior to making good

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30th June: This pile of rubble has to go as it is where the entrance hall will be. We found the pick-axe abandoned in the rubble. It just needed a new handle.

Even the pick-axe was not enough to break up some of it.

2nd July:Almost gone! The ladder has been carted away. (The pillar in the foreground will be inside the house).

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4th July:At last, with the help of some friends, the rubble is either in the skip, or spread around to raise the ground level.

If you have any questions about tiling or other DIY techniques, please feel free to email Robert at [email protected] or phone 605 469 352.

Breaking up the rubble

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The male grooming industry is booming and men are becoming far less self-conscious about using cosmetics and even wearing make-up, although this has not been universally accepted yet. In other words, the guys are caring for their skins too.

The Body Shop has a new range of men’s cosmetics available from this month, including shaving creams and oils, protective and skin firming moisturisers, facial washes and eye serums.

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Punt Roma is a Spanish company offering high quality fashion for women of all ages and tastes in a great variety of styles, plus accessories always at competitive prices. Sizes range from 40 to 54 so you can always be in fashion.

Currently, Punt Roma has 167 shops around Spain, and is present in most shopping centres in Tenerife.

Here are some items from the current Autumn/Winter 2008 collection.

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New Mini Cooper ClubmanWe test drive the latest models

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The new Mini Cooper Clubman is the 21st century version of the model which was so popular in the 1960s. It is literally a miniature BMW throughout but inspired by the Morris Mini Traveller, Austin Mini Countryman and the Mini Clubman Estate. It stays true to the Mini design language, retaining the typical ‘bulldog’ stance with short body overhangs, wide track, long wheelbase, high shoulder line and round headlights, and at the same time takes account of the demands and technologies of the 21st century.

The Mini was produced by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) and its successors from 1959 until 2000. The original is considered an icon of the 1960s and its space-saving front wheel drive layout (which allowed 80 per cent of the area of the car’s floorpan to be used for passengers and luggage) influenced

a generation of car-makers. The vehicle was in some ways considered the British equivalent to its German contemporary, the Volkswagen Beetle, which enjoyed similar popularity in North America.This distinctive two-door car was designed for BMC by Sir Alec Issigonis. It was manufactured at the Longbridge and Cowley plants in the United Kingdom, the Victoria Park / Zetland British Motor Corporation (Australia) factory in Sydney, Australia, and later also in Spain (Authi), Belgium, Chile, Italy, Portugal, South Africa, Uruguay, Venezuela and Yugoslavia. The Mini Mark I had three major UK updates: the Mark II, the Clubman and the Mark III. Within these was a series of variations including an estate car, a pickup truck, a van and the Mini Moke — a jeep-like buggy. The Mini Cooper and Cooper “S” were sportier versions that were successful as rally cars, winning the Monte Carlo Rally three times. Minis were marketed under the

On some models, the controls for climate,

audio and GPS are voice activated

The new Mini Clubman retains the

“bulldog” stance

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Austin and Morris names until Mini became a marque in its own right in 1969.Now completely built by BMW, all models have high performance four-cylinder engines developed specifically for the second generation Mini which guarantee driving pleasure combined with remarkable efficiency and a six-speed manual gearbox as standard and automatic as optional.The Mini Cooper S Clubman is powered by a 1.6 litre 175hp petrol engine with direct injection and a twin-scroll turbocharger complete with intercooler.

The Mini Cooper Clubman has a 1.6 litre 120hp naturally-aspirated engine with fully variable valve management based on the BMW Group’s Valvetronic technology. This improves the engine’s response and refinement, as well as its all-round efficiency. The Mini Cooper D Clubman has a 1.6 litre 110hp turbo diesel with common-rail fuel injection and variable turbine geometry which ensures optimum smoothness, efficiency and response even at low speeds. A diesel particulate filter almost eliminates diesel exhaust emissions and helps to make this one of

The double rear doors each have their own wipers

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18 NOVEMBER 2008

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the most environmentally friendly engines available.Auto Start-Stop, Brake Energy Regeneration and a Gearshift Point Indicator are standard on all models. The new Auto Start-Stop function on all manual gearbox versions reduces fuel consumption and emissions while the car is standing still. Whenever the car comes to a stop, the engine automatically switches off as soon as you shift to neutral and take your foot off the clutch. Press the clutch again and the engine re-starts immediately.Brake Energy Regeneration ensures that engine output is converted primarily into drive power, with electricity being generated for the on-board network only when the engine is on overrun or during application of the brakes. To achieve this, the alternator is automatically disengaged from the engine while under power so the power the alternator would normally consume now remains fully available for even faster acceleration. An adequate supply of electrical energy to the on-board system is nevertheless ensured at all times, since the alternator is activated again as soon as the Mini returns to overrun or the driver applies the brakes.With the Gearshift Point Indicator, the ideal ‘economy’ gear is shown by a number in the cockpit display beneath the rev counter. The electronic engine ‘brain’ analyses engine speed, driving conditions and the position of the accelerator pedal to calculate the most efficient driving style and suggests the appropriate gear.These three fun and practical vehicles make good use of space, allow easier access with innovative door concepts, give more space for rear seat passengers and high safety levels. The Mini Cooper Clubman and the MINI Cooper D Clubman have 15-inch alloy rims, while the Mini Cooper S Clubman features 16-inch wheels. There is no spare wheel, but the special run-flat tyres

enable you to continue driving even following a complete loss of tyre pressure. Central locking, electric windows and air conditioning or climate control are also standard.The boot capacity of 260 litres can be increased to 930 litres with the rear seats folded down. Loading is easy

The boot capacity can be increased by folding

down the rear seats

All models have high performance four

cylinder engines

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Accessories · Audio systems · Laminated sunscreens · Sign-writing

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Accessories · Audio systems · Laminated sunscreens · Sign-writing

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with the two-piece split doors which have separate windscreen wipers. Rear passengers have easy access with the Clubdoor on the passenger side of the vehicle. For safety reasons, this can only be used when the passenger door is open, and opens out towards the rear. Not needing an outside door handle, it blends into the Clubman’s body.Six airbags are standard as are ABS anti-locking brakes, EBD Electronic Brake Force Distribution, CBC Cornering Brake Control, DSC Dynamic Stability Control and ASC+T Automatic Stability Control + Traction. Included within DSC is Hill Assist which holds a manual Mini on the brake for a few seconds on a hill start to stop it rolling back.We drove the Mini Cooper Clubman with the 120hp engine, with an on-the-road price of €21,700 and options available at extra cost. It is very roomy inside and we just loved the oversized speedometer in the centre front. The clear dashboard display shows the rev counter, indicators and hazard warnings, main beam, and comprehensive output from the onboard computer. There are plenty of storage compartments and drinks holders, and generally the interior gives a sporty feel with contrasting colours and lots of chrome. The doors close with a firm ‘clunk’. Everything is well made, in true BMW style.

The seats, although fairly hard, are surprisingly comfortable, and we noticed sun visors not only in front of us, but on the side doors as well. It has loads of acceleration and seems to like driving at the top end. The Mini Cooper Clubman feels like a fun vehicle, almost like a rally car (we would have loved to have taken it off-road!). The Electric Power Assisted Steering is not progressive at all but gives you direct feedback, contributing to the pin-point accuracy of the vehicle. Weighing less than a conventional steering system, it saves energy as the electric motor is only activated when power assistance is required. With this in mind, it took us some time to become accustomed to handling the Mini, but it is a very sporty drive with its BMW engine giving a throaty roar. The Clubman ironed out bumps in the road despite its firm suspension and didn’t seem to mind being pushed around bends on country lanes. Big door mirrors added to the already good all-round vision and the chunky, solid look of the car.The new generation of the Mini is the world’s only compact premium car to combine fascinating design with incomparably agile driving characteristics, quality and safety of the highest level, a wide range of customisation options, and truly outstanding efficiency. For more information, contact Canaauto at Las Chafiras or telephone 902 429242. By

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The Clubdoor allows easy access for rear seat passengers

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The 5th Professional Open Isla de La Gomera, the 11th test in the Peugeot-Leowe tour, took place on the first three days of October at Tecina Golf, and was followed by a Pro-Am tournament on the 4th in which 20 professionals and 60 amateurs competed on a sunny day with a few clouds, and occasional strong breezes adding an extra challenge to their game. Most teams took four to five hours to complete the course. The longest drive trophies were taken by Janet Billing and 16 year-old Leonardo Lindhart.

Following a spectacular game in the Open, Luis Claveríe was not only proclaimed champion but his team, Fernando Reparaz, Jesús del Amo and Francisco Hernández also came out on top in the 5th Pro-Am Fred.Olsen S.A. with a score of 127. Luis plays all over Spain and finds Tecina golf, “tough and long, and the windy greens are hard. Holes 10, 12 and 16 are the toughest”. Speaking of his team in the Pro-Am tournament, he added, “I helped my partners, mainly

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�th Open and ProAm at Tecina Golf

Luis Claveríe scores a double victory

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Janet Billing, winner of ladies’ longest

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on the greens, but they knew the course well. I had a good team”. The presentation dinner was held at the Hotel Jardin Tecina’s Club Laurel and attended by the president of the Canarian Golf Federation, Maria Luisa Fornies, Sebastián Ledesma, director general of touristic infrastructures, Nieves González, councillor for tourism from the Cabildo of La Gomera, Juan Ramsden, director general of Fred.Olsen S.A., Juan Ignacio Liaño, director of the Fred.Olsen Express fleet, Eduardo Paulsen, manager/director of the Hotel Jardin Tecina and

Primus Putnik, manager of Tecina Golf, taking a shot

The stunning Tecina Golf course

José Manuel Hernández,

Alvaro Vargas, Luis Alayon

The 1st classified team in the Pro-Am

Win a weekend at the Hotel Jardín Tecina in La Gomera

Transfer with car to and from Los Cristianos port included. This is for two adults sharing, bed and breakfast, for a two night stay (high-season restrictions apply). To win answer the following question and send your answer, along with a contact telephone number, by mail, e-mail or fax (details on page 3) by Friday November 28th . Winners will be drawn and notified on Monday December 1st. Island Connections Media Group staff and their families are not eligible to enter. One entry per person only. If the first name drawn is unavailable after a 24 hour period, the second name chosen will be deemed to be the winner and so on. Applicants

must be over 18 or enter with parental permission.

Prize Question:

How many holes does the Tecina Golf course have?

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22 NOVEMBER 2008

Primos Pusnik, manager of Tecina Golf. Also present was Carlos Roca, president of the Association of Golf Professionals in Spain.Following the gala dinner and awards ceremony, humourously led by Radio El Día’s presenter Raúl García, winner Luís was ceremonially hurled into the swimming pool by his colleagues.

Leonardo Lindhart, winner of the longest drive, with presenter

Raúl (centre) and Primus Putnik (right)

Eduardo Paulsen (2nd right), manager/director of the Hotel Jardin Tecina

pictured with his team

Winner Luis Claveríe with his cheque

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Luis Claveríe with his winning Pro-Am team

Juan A. Ramsden, director general Fred.Olsen S.A. and Nieves González, tourism councillor

On stage at the presentation

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W W W Restaurant La Estancia Urb. Aguilas del Teide, Chayofa

922 729 359

Every evening from 7pm

www.laestancia.com

La EstanciaA high class restaurant serving French and Mediterranean cuisine in a romantic atmosphere. Large outside terrace recreating the dream of The Thousand and One Nights.

Club Flamingo Puerto Colón

922 712 290

W W W12am to 2am

www.harleystenerife.com

Harley’s American Restaurant and bar. Global menu including menu for kids. Over 100 cocktails, served by their very own flair bartenders. Food served until midnight.

CC Palm Beach (near Verónicas) Playa da Las Américas

922 753 788

12pm to 12am

Greek CornerThe only Greek restaurant in Tenerife offers Greek and international cuisine. Relaxed atmosphere, weekly shows and live music. Located opposite the beach.

Avda. Marítima 23 Puerto de Santiago

922 862 670

Thursday to Tuesday 10am to 11pm

Kitchen open all day

Bei Uwe German and Austrian bar, café and restaurant. High quality homemade main meals, snacks, desserts and cakes. 3-course daily special. Austrian and German specialities. Large open-air terrace with sea views. German beer.

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Fortaleza del MarBBQ Specialities in Meat & Fish, Paellas and a large selection of Canarian Tapas plus their own Sunday Carvery.

CC. El Faro, 77-79 Torviscas

922 714 007 & 922 716 465

Restaurant 6pm to 11pmopen 7 days a week

China TownTo experience true Asian cuisine visit this restaurant with style and taste, dine in a special place and try one of their Din Sun specialities.

CC Las Carabelas, Loc. 1 San Eugenio Bajo

922 714 615

12.30pm to 3.30pm 6.30pm to midnight

Monday + Tuesday closed lunchtimes

Star of AsiaOne of the best Indian restaurants on the Island! Daily freshly made early evening buffet along with a full a la carte menu. Set in a relaxed elegant atmosphere.

CC Americas Plaza opposite Mediterranean Palace Playa de Las Américas

922 750 559

Early evening buffet All you can eat - 5pm to 8pm

Delivery 922 719 278

SaúcoItalian bar and restaurant. Pizzas, fresh homemade pasta, fresh fish and grilled meat. Homemade desserts. Spanish and Italian wines. Eat in or take away. Mon-Wed-Thurs until 5pm: Starter-main course-drink-coffee for only 10 €.

Calle la Gaviota El Varadero

922 860 744

Wednesday to Monday 1pm to 5pm & 7pm to midnight

near Hotel Barceló Varadero

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MíoBar & Grill. Icelandic Restaurant and cocktail bar. High quality homemade main meals and snacks. Large open air terrace with beautiful sea views. Organic wine menu. Wheelchair friendly. Live music on most weekends.

CC Salytien, Local 37 Playa de las Américas

922 798 944

Open 7 days a week From 2pm till late

50 m before the carpark

Lomo Grande 3 Los Blanquitos

922 777 253

W W WWednesday to Saturday 1pm to 4pm & 7pm to 11pm Sunday 1pm to 4pm

www.tierradefrontos.com

FrontosA bodega producing its own wines with a sophisticated restaurant, in a countryside setting with wonderful views. Modern Canarian kitchen serving high class food.

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Potato ClubGerman bar and restaurant. High quality homemade food cooked on the premises. Daily specials and German specialities like homemade potato rosti daily. Open air terrace with sea views. German beer.

Avenida El Emigrante Playa de San Juan

922 138 151

Tuesday to Saturday 12 noon to midnight, Mon from 6pm

Kitchen open all day

La RomanticaMediterranean cuisine in the seaside village of Callao Salvaje. Excellent kitchen, stylish service, flambéed crêpes a house speciality. Seating inside or outside on a canopied terrace. Open daily from midday.

El Ancla 21, Calle El Jable Callao Salvaje

922 741 518

Open from midday to 11pm seven days a week

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Excellent Value á la Carte Menu • British Favourites • Sunday Carvery • Thursday Night 3 Course Set Menu

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Phase 3, Island Village, Avenida Austria, San Eugenio AltoTel. 922 716 306. Open 7pm - 11pm

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BBQ Specialities in Meat & FishPaellas and a large selection of Canarian Tapas

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The Original American Diner & BarThe Original American Diner & Bar

Club Flamingo, Puerto Colón. Tel. 922 712 290Club Flamingo, Puerto Colón. Tel. 922 712 290

The Best Cocktails in TenerifeChampionship BartendersInternational Menu

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main courses, including moussaka, stifado, soutsoukia, keftedes, kleftico and souvlaki, or several Greek mese concoctions enabling you to try small portions of several dishes. Fish and seafood, pizzas, lamb, pork, steak, chicken and vegetarian dishes are available, and children have their own menu. For an aperitif, try an Ouzo, and if you really want to go Greek, Retsina or Nemea wine with your meal, or choose from their extensive wine list. In true Greek style, you could follow it with a Metaxa brandy.Unobtrusive live music provides a background to this spacious restaurant where grape vines dangle from the ceilings. The chef, Cristof, also sings for his supper. When we visited, we ordered tsatsiki and taramosalata with pitta bread, and for our main course the mountain dish (a lamb speciality) and soutsoukia (Greek meatballs in a spicy sauce), all accompanied by fresh vegetables and rice. We asked for baklava for dessert, but it is so popular they had run out, so we followed the chef’s advice and ordered galaktoboureko, which was an absolutely delicious alternative.Our verdict? The excellent quality and presentation of the food, views across the sea to La Gomera and that typical Greek hospitality will surely make you want to return again and again.

If you have ever holidayed in Greece or the Greek islands, then you will certainly have fond memories of their tavernas and the wonderful food they serve. The Greek Corner, opposite the beach in Playa de las Américas, which serves an ample range of traditional Greek and international dishes is sure to revive those memories.

Take a glance at the menu, and you will see familiar starters such as Greek salad, feta cheese, tsatsiki, taramosalata, dolmades, or all of these in a typical Greek mese or feast. There are 12 traditional Greek

Greek Corner

Greek CornerCC Palm Beach Playa de las Américas

922 753 788

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This is the only bodega in the district of Adeje, located just outside the village of Taucho. Production of the wines began in the 1950s and are made using traditional and modern methods. A part of this bodega is dedicated to the ecological cultivation of grapes.

There’s no charge for membership and a world of advantages for those who love good food at Prestigio & Tradición. No ordinary shop, this is a club which specialises in supplying the very best produce, imported exclusively. 70 different wines from Spain and France on offer.

Made from 60 per cent Vijariego Tinta and 40 per cent Rubi Cabernet grapes. This wine, although not matured in the barrel, possesses hints of oak.

It received 83 out of 100 points in the Guia Peñín.

Tierras de Aponte Calle La Capellanía No. 34, Taucho

609 248 017

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902 211 220

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The Frontos Winery follows the model of the French Chateau, with its own vineyards and controlled productions of wine of the highest quality. Frontos produce young wines, vintage wines and sweet malvasia wines. Their wines are made with the traditional grape varieties of Tenerife.

Recognised among the best white wines of the Canary Islands, the Clasico is made with Malvasia, Albillo, Gual, Verdello and Marmajuelo grapes.

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The opening night

Scenes from the opening night of Airam, another mind-blowing show from Carmen Mota and Joaquín Marcelo, and the cocktail party which followed.

Airam, currently running at the Pirámide de Arona in Playa de las Américas, is the diminutive choreographer’s ninth show in Tenerife. The first half sees some heart-stopping dancing by the 30-strong cast. Lighting and costumes (and costume changes) are stunning.The main story of the evening, Airam, is based on the Victor/Victoria smash Broadway musical and Blake Edwards film, and follows the fortunes of Maria (Raquel Ariza), a young Flamenco dancer in 1940’s Andalusia. Unable to find work and following a series of mishaps – and some great dance numbers - she is persuaded by the theatre manager (a five star performance from Basilio Díaz), to dance as a man. Enter a famous bullfighter and his not so famous girlfriend and the scene is set for confusion, love triangles, secrets, passion and lots of intrigue not to mention a few bedroom

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scenes. This is a great evening’s entertainment and a highly recommended night out for all, Mondays and Wednesdays, 8pm, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, 9pm, Fridays 10pm, prices and more information at the box office 922 757549, www.airam-musical.com

Dancers Lorena Marcelo and José Fernández at the opening night

Music, passion, colour and costumes, part and parcel of the show

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Airam fans toast the show’s success

Strike a pose – relaxing after a terrific performance

A night of glitz and glamour

Janus and a fan get ready to party

Lia Huesing Blanchard and Karen

Blanchard at the after-show party

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The Independence of the Seas on a visit to Santa

Cruz during October

Godfrey Kelly (left) and Jean Kelly (right) of the Royal British Legion, British Consul Stephen Jones and Ambassador Denise Holt pictured during a recent meeting in Tenerife

The Walk for Life, raising money for breast cancer charities, in Playa de las Américas on 12th October

Alcalde José Miguel Rodríguez Fraga (right) heading the procession at the Adeje romería

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Carol of Eazy PC, Callao Salvaje, winner of the tickets for the Little Sweep

Jessica Isabelle drawing the winning

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Prince Felipe and Princess Letizia of Spain were in La Laguna to attend the official inauguration of the Teatro Leal.

The royal couple made time for the waiting public before visiting the newly reformed theatre in the company of the Spanish Government’s Representative to the Canaries, Carolina Darias, Canarian President, Paulino Rivero, the President of the Tenerife Cabildo, Ricardo Melchior, and Ana Oramas, the local mayor. Architect Ladislao Díaz Marquez was responsible for the restoration.

Royal inauguration of Teatro Leal

1. Canarian and Spanish flags lined the streets

2. (L-R) Ricardo Melchior, Paulino Rivero, Ángela Mena and Ana Oramas

3. Prince Felipe ignores protocol and wades into the crowd of well wishers

4. Presentations to the Prince and Princess

5. The Prince and Princess with Ricardo Melchior

6. The Prince shows keen interest in the architecture of the newly reformed theatre

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There are about eight varieties of single hibiscus and two varieties of doubles, all of which give the most wonderful display of magical blooms. This is a tropical plant which loves warm weather. Most people buy them when they are in flower.

They can be planted out in the garden or in tubs, but bear in mind that the size of the pot controls the size of the plant. Hibiscuses need watering well in hot weather until they are established, but water them only when the soil is dry, giving them a good soaking. They like rich, moist, free-draining soil with all the sun that they can get and do particularly well in areas with

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little rain. Use a loose mix, which includes sharp sand and don’t pack it down too hard.

Once established, hibiscuses need very little care. They have a long dormant period, usually in the spring, when they ‘play dead’. But don’t let this unnerving behaviour fool you. Their stems can remain bare for several months and when the leaves do emerge, they can be yellowish, soon becoming darker.

If you want a smaller bush, just prune it. Be bold and take the plant down to one stem every spring and you will be rewarded with plenty of large flowers. Remove

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any side shoots which grow contrary to your desired shape. Many gardeners do not realise that as you prune the plant, the reaction is that the roots inside the soil will also automatically self-prune. As the roots retract, they leave tiny tunnels of air in the soil. The outer dimensions of the bush determine the outer limits of the roots whose border is the drip line from the leaves.

For those who grow hibiscuses in tubs, do not be tempted to repot them when they appear to be root-bound. It can be done, but unlike other root-bound plants that respond well to having their matted roots teased out, hibiscus roots tolerate only very gentle handling. Be extremely gentle and careful not to disturb them. In many cases it is better to just scrape the soil away from the top of the pot and replace with new compost. Remember that white roots usually mean that the plant is fit, while darker roots can be a sign of poor health.

Hibiscuses grow well in tubs or in the garden

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Buying crafts

There are many craft shops in the island, but La Venta, tucked away in the corner of the church square in Buenavista del Norte, has to be unique in its aspect and outlook.

Once upon a time, every neighbourhood had its Venta and the venteros and venteras who worked there were an important part of the community. Local products were brought to them to be weighed and sold and they searched for items not produced locally and brought them to their small shops in isolated communities, often on their own backs or on those of a donkey or mule.

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With the improved transport system and the growth of supermarkets and hypermarkets, many of these local stores have closed down and a piece of local history was lost. La Venta in Buenavista opened in January of 2005 as a homage to all those small-shopkeepers and as a space for the sale of craft products and in particular craft items made in the Teno Rural Park.In among vintage scales and old photographs arranged on painted wooden shelves you will find sauces and jams, liqueurs, biscuits, cakes and meringues, musical instruments and the poles the goat herders used which are now used for the sport of salto del pastor (goat herder’s leap). Look out for

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the cheeses of Teno Alto, honey from Masca or wine and gofio (ground toasted cereal seeds) from El Palmar.Local hands have also crafted wicker covered bottles or wicker lampshades and vases, woven straw and reed baskets, palm leaf bags and hats, moulded pottery figures and Guanche (original island habitants) clayware and carved wooden miniatures of everyday farm objects. Modern crafts people contribute hand-made soaps and some exquisite pieces of original jewellery using various natural elements.What makes this centre so unusual is that the sale price of the items is agreed beforehand with the artisans who thereby receive a fair price for their work and the shop takes just a small benefit to allow them to cover part of the costs of being open. The idea is to help maintain the cultural heritage of the area and the continuity of the traditional activities of Teno.La Venta is the brainchild of Valerio del Rosario Martín, a young man with a firm commitment to the community and the local heritage. He runs his environmental education service from the same premises, offering advice on how to get to the main areas of Teno Rural Park and a specialised guide service for those who want it with a wide range of guided routes in the area. Valerio is also the person responsible for the running of the marvellous refuge in the same park for overnight stays.The shop acts as an information point for visitors to the area too and stocks everything for the hiker’s needs as well as a wide range of books, CDs, DVDs, photographs and souvenirs.

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In a forest deep as the sea and dark as your pocket, the trees could not find the light, so they twisted and turned, tangling their arms, holding each other in knotty embraces.

In the black branches lived the meddler. Small, his body a twist of tree bark, eyes brighter than the stars hovering above the matted canopy, he liked to mix up the animals in the forest, taking parts from each and making new, strange creatures. With the darkness at its thickest, he slipped from the desperate trees, hanging delicately from his long thin fingers. A silent raindrop, he landed on the animal’s head. Through its ear he crawled, to its eyes, leg, tail or foot, and nibbled away. When enough pieces were stored in his tree’s black crown the meddler’s nimble fingers would stitch a new creature into being, and drop it back down to the forest floor to wend its muddled way through the loam. But then he dropped onto a badger-snouted fox. There was nothing of the animal he wanted to salvage. The next day, it was a wolf with a hare’s hind legs. A wren with beetle’s wings. There were no more animals to meddle.

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He sat here everyday on the grey sea wall observing all that was and all that happened ‘round him. He had seen his children grow and go. He had seen his friends and neighbours come and go from foreign parts and many to their eternal reward. Yet he had never left his native village, not even to visit the town nine miles east of his perch.

Dressed in faded blue overalls and seaman’s peaked cap, he sat on the grey weathered wall and soaked

up life. With watery blue eyes, pipe clenched firmly between shrunken gums, he was at one with the panorama around him - the puce mountain range topped by Brandon’s peak - the faces that mysteriously appeared on the mountain slopes as the sun set, “Haeroch” being the one we children had christened -the lapping waters of Tralee Bay as they changed from green to blue to turquoise.His ears were tuned to the clinking sounds of the moored fisherman’s trawlers in Fenit Harbour, their

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rattling lobster pots piled high near the great wall - their fishing nets spread out like webs. He watched fishermen lazily baiting and casting lines from the pier where he had landed many a fine bass. Patsy had a word for everyone. An aura of contentment hung about him embodied in his smiling windswept face. He was part of our landscape growing up, our very own philosopher.

One day a weary backpacker asked him if it was true he had never been to Tralee. He smiled a slow gummy smile, took a long draw on his pipe and with a twinkle in his eyes said “Well, what would I be going there for?” and waving his blackthorn stick in a wide sweep he added, “Haven’t I got everything here.”

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When Fabi and Oscar decided to open Milou, their pet boutique in Callao Salvaje, they knew that it had to be much more than just a run of the mill pet shop or grooming salon. As dog owners and animal lovers the pair (Fabi is Belgian and Oscar is Argentinean) had initially thought about opening a kennel. However as that idea began to fade they looked at the idea of a boutique. They were quite sure that they didn’t want to sell pets, but did want to offer owners something new, a place that would help them give their special friends a special treat, and offer a hair cutting/grooming section too.

And so Milou was born – named after one of their own lovely dogs, and is a real treasure trove for pets. Apart from carrying top pet food brands (Iams, Eukanuba, Royal Canin, Whiskas to name a few) Milou also has one of the best quality ranges of toys on the island, delightful beds, pillows and blankets, essential scratching posts, poo collectors and feeding bowls and dispensers, and clothes and accessories that will make any pooch proud – and they are waiting for some really special Christmas deliveries too. Fabi has trained extensively in pet grooming and has learnt extra techniques in England and Belgium and Oscar is a qualified canine groomer. They also offer Reiki for your pets, and are often busy helping out animals that are being cared for by the voluntary charities in Tenerife. For all your pet’s needs and something extra to remind them of how special they are to you, visit Milou, in Callao Salvaje, Edif Aguaviva (above Titanic Restaurant). To book a canine cut call 922 742 195 – they speak English.

Bonnie’s Tea Room is a wonderful place to spend an hour or two and savour a truly mouthwatering experience. This wonderful establishment in Callao Salvaje is British run by Jean Murgatroyd and Martin Sawyer. Bonnie’s has a small terrace with a few tables outside, but the interior is so pretty and cool, that this is where you will probably want to eat and drink. Much care and thought has been put into the décor. The green and cream checked curtains are matched by the table covers which are laid over their beige cloths while delightful pictures decorate the walls.Many customers drive here specifically to enjoy a cake and coffee and you will see why when you visit. Bonnie’s is the only English tea room in the area, serving wonderful sweets and savouries which are all freshly and lovingly made from English products, including delicious sandwiches, crispy cool and healthy salads,

quiches, Cornish pasties and freshly made cakes. Who could resist? Bonnie’s is open Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm and Sat 10am to 4pm, and Jean and Martin look forward to welcoming you.

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Beauty TreatmentsMassage by Barbara

Callao SalvajeEd. Pearly Grey Ocean ClubNext to the Restaurant(On the seafront)

UnisexHairdressers

Cristina’sCristina’s

922 741 610922 741 610

Cafeteria · Juice Bar · Sandwiches · Rolls

Open 8am ‘till late

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Sirloin steak + chips+ beer or glass of wine

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Father’s Day

Pre s e nt s a n d ca rds fo r a l l occa s ion sPre s e nt s a n d ca rds fo r a l l occa s ion s

El Jable edif. Agua Viva.Callao Salvaje, Adeje. Tel: 922 740 560

Open Mon - Sat 9am - 9pm. Sun 10am - 1pm

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the EnglishUpholsterer

25 years experience in high qualityre-upholstery

Sofas, dining chairs& bar seating

Free home visits and quotations, hundreds of fabrics

Call Phil on677 806 800

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Bonnie’s Tea RoomBonnie’s Tea RoomYour hosts Jean & Martin

Welcome you to quality dining.Freshly made cakes, savouries & salads

Open Monday to Friday 10am to 5pm and Sat 10am to 4pm

Calle El Jable Nº 5, Agua Viva,Callao Salvaje. Mobile: 636 314 614

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A global infusion of luxurious therapies.Classes. Air conditioned gym.Full membership available.

Spa day packages.

Nr. Hotel Playa de la Arena. C/ el Lajial - Playa de la Arena38683 Puerto de Santiago, Santiago del Teide, Tenerife

Tel. (0034) 922 86 08 32Web: www.theartoflifeonline.com

e-mail: [email protected]

··· Training 2008 ···Reiki I, Reiki II and Reiki Masters

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Closed Sundays & Mondays Avda. El Jable nº45 - Edif. Aguaviva.

Callao Salvaje - Adeje -

922 742 195

We speak

English

A unique style for your pet!A unique style for your pet!Pet groomingToys & FashionAccessoriesFood

Closed Sundays & Mondays Avda. El Jable nº45 - Edif. Aguaviva.

Callao Salvaje - Adeje -

922 742 195

We speak

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A unique style for your pet!A unique style for your pet!Pet groomingToys & FashionAccessoriesFood

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REFLEXOLOGYHOLISTIC MASSAGE

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MARYCOHRPA R I S

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At the Sports Centre. Los GigantesTel. / Fax. 922 867 343Also at San Eugenio Alto

Tel. 922 719 355

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COMPUTER SALES AND SERVICE

Your second hand furniture shopWe sell and buy quality secondhand

furniture and furnishingsSmall removals undertaken

C/ Méndez, local 4.B1, Alcalá (in front of theCentro de Salud). Tel: 607 435 267 / 677 509 764

Mon-Fri 9.30am - 1.30pm & 4.30pm - 6.30pmSat 10am - 1.00pm

MDI Alcalá

Tenerife

Air Conditioning S.L.Puerto Colón • Playa de Las Américas • Tenerife

Air Conditioningfrom 595€ fully installed

3 year warrantyWe are a family run business where

reputation counts for a lot

Design – Installation – Maintenance –Service – Repair – Call Outs

Tel. 606 666 443 (from Tenerife)Tel. 07977 920 982 (from England)

E-mail: [email protected]

1st call Handyman· Electrical· Plumbing· Water Heaters· Minor building works· 24 hour call out

Tel. 922 718 390 or 606 666 443Tel. 922 718 390 or 606 666 443

m a n i c u r e · p e d i c u r e

Avda. Jable, 45 - local 4 · C.C. Apolo Sur · Callao Salvaje

Tel 922 741 504 · Mob 679 119 179Avda. Jable, 45 - local 4 · C.C. Apolo Sur · Callao Salvaje

Tel 922 741 504 · Mob 679 119 179

Style Upholstery Ad feature

Although many companies are finding the current economic climate tough, one partnership always seems to have a full order book and they are taking orders for projects months in advance.

Phil and Mike – the English upholsterers, have been in Tenerife for five years and they provide bar seating for nearly every bar in the south and reupholster people’s sofas and chairs from Los Gigantes to Puerto de la Cruz. Phil says the secret of their success is relatively simple, “always turn up on time, provide a fixed price quote and do everything humanly possible to meet promised delivery times”. Phil is a bit of a ‘design guru’ having spent many years in the interiors industry. He will visit your home with fabric samples to help you choose the right colour and pattern. Mike, however is a master craftsman, and sofas he designed and created have won many awards in the UK. If you want an upholstery job done well, there is one obvious choice in Tenerife – Style Upholstery.

THE ANSWER TOALL YOUR LAUNDRY

AND HOME CLEANING PROBLEMS

Probably the best quality, most reliable laundry service from Los Gigantes to

Playa San Juan and beyond for:

Apartment Laundry (bed linen, towels, duvets, bed covers, blankets etc.) · Curtains, sofa covers, sun-bed covers / cushions · All personal laundry · Washed, dried, ironed, folded and packed to your requirement for

collection · Ironing / pressing · Dry Cleaning · Deep Cleaning for rugs, carpets, soft

furnishings.

24 hour service available.We can collect / deliver.

Call for information and prices.

Tel. 922 86 71 52 Conveniently situated in El Varadero

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R E S T A U R A N T

Lunch menu & lunch a la carteSunday lunch

Early bird dinner & A la carte dinnerLive piano music

Open Tuesday lunch 10:00 to 18:00Wednesday to Sunday 12:00 to 22:00

Closed MondayFree taxi home at night in the

Alcala - Los Gigantes areaPrivate car park

Reservations 922 862 415Formerly Restaurant El Guanche

On the main road betweenAlcalá and Los Gigantes

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Complementary accessoriesTastefully reasonable

Arrangements to suit all occasions

ARTIFICIAL & FRESH FLOWERS . GREENERY

Local 40, C.C. Apolo, Los Cristianos.Open Mon-Fri 10am - 7pm,

Sat 10am - 2pmDaytime tel. 922 796 710. Flowers out of

hours tel. 608 360 119

The Shires BarQuality traditional fresh food

As the new owners of theShires Café Bar, Joanne & Steve

would like to welcome all.

Sunny side of �e Apolo Centre�e Apolo Centre · Los Cristianos

Tel: 637 481 740

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CROQUANTBritish Bakery& Coffee Shop

The Apolo Centre - Los CristianosAvda. Gral. Franco - Los CristianosMon - Sun 8am - 5.30pmTel: 922 798 133

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Sandwiches, sausagerolls, pasties, etc.Special cakesfor specialoccasions

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THE PAPER SHOPEnglish Newsagents & Mini MarketCHRISTMAS CARDS ETC

ADVENT CALENDARS SELECTION BOXES

BOXES OF CHOCOLATESDIARIES & CALENDARS

Apolo Center, Los Cristianos Open 8.30am - 7pm daily (6pm Sun)

Bed e Buys · Bedding & linen direct from UK · High quality & affordable prices· Pop in and browse

Tel. 922 797 454Local 13 Apolo Center, Los Cristianos

Mon - Fri 10am - 6pm / Sat 10am - 1pm

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CC Apolo Local 14 · Los CristianosTel: 922 790 251 • 922 752 117

[email protected] · www.apolotenerife.com

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Four Cats Will Travel S.L.NOW AVAILABLE

Christmas flights from 149€ returnFLIGHTS to and from all U.K. airportsRentals, Exchange and Excursions

Never beaten on price!We rent by the

day/week/monthFree delivery!

Supplier ofPAIN®GONE PenThe pen to kill painactivemobility-tenerife.com

[email protected]

Act!ve MobilityScooter & Wheelchair Hire & Sales

+34 922 789 707CC Apolo local 33 (ground floor) · 38650 Los Cristianos

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BRITISH BAR RUN BY STEVE, KATH & FAMILY

BROWNS

English Breakfast, Snacks, 3 Course Set Menu,Special Offers & A Main Menu

(All English Products Used)Apolo Centre, Locals 36 + 38, Los Cristianos

E-Mail: [email protected] · Tel: 922 797 802

The Paper ShopAd feature

Eileen and Trevor acquired the Paper Shop in March 1999 so next March will see their tenth anniversary.

They sell a large variety of English magazines and papers. Any magazine which is received on the island, English or otherwise, can be reserved for you on a regular basis. There is a good selection of greetings cards plus gift bags, wrapping paper, candles, badges, balloons, banners, etc., all at reasonable prices.The Paper Shop also stocks a variety of British food products and some sweets which you won’t find elsewhere as Eileen imports them herself. Christmas cards, calendars, diaries, advent calendars, selection boxes, boxes of chocolates, mince pies, Christmas puddings and mincemeat are now on sale.Situated next to the bus station in Los Cristianos, they also sell Bonobus tickets. You can top up your mobile phone, buy toiletries, stationery, beach items, suntan creams, toys, gifts and much more at the shop. Why not just pop in and have a look?

Comfort Guaranteed...Stop Back Pain

...Stop Shoulder Pain...Stop Neck Pain

Pillows, Pressure CushionsAvailable Only at:

Act!ve MobilityScooter & Wheelchair Hire & Sales

+34 922 789 707CC Apolo local 33 (ground

floor) · 38650 Los Cristianos

MassageBack Support

Visco MemoryMattress Toppers

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Emergency Phone Line (for Bank Holidays & Weekends) : 687 744 225

DENTAL CLINIC FAÑABÉ PLAZASedation with gas: all treatments are pain free · White Fillings & implants · Whitening with Laser, only one appointment · First visit to Orthodontist, Dentist and Maxillofacial Surgeon FREE · In-house laboratory

C.C. Fañabé Plaza, Avda. Bruselas 2nd floor (in front of Hotel Jacaranda) · Playa Fañabé , Costa Adeje, Tenerife Sur · Tel: 922 714 225 • Fax: 922 724 130 • www.clinicadentalfanabeplaza.com

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Open Sunday 9am - 4pmMonday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Closed SaturdayServing Breakfast · Snacks · Meals all dayCroissants & Baguettes freshly baked daily

Urb. Costa Sol 3 · Costa del Silencio · Tel: 922 786 471

ALEJANDRAALEJANDRABRITISH RUN CAFE

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CALL USNOW ON:922 703 666

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Professional Dog Grooming Service for all breedsDog accessories available

Contact Norkis Tel: 922 775 219 · 639 157 225In front of Muebles Santana. Los Olivos, Adeje

Monday:1pm - 5pm

Tuesday-Friday:10am - 3pm

www.newscanarias.net · www.islandconnections.eu · www.kanarenexpress.com · www.express-fm.net

Don’t look any further

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Dump your financial worriesonto ‘BIFA’!

Are you concerned about Spanish inheritance taxand the effect it could have?Are your ‘frozen’ UK pensions working as hard asthey could for you?Are your savings making the most for you withthe minimum amount of tax liability?

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Advertising works

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Don’t look any further

To reserve this space call Mandy on 627 197 895

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DC SPORTS THERAPYSports Injuries, Massage, Rehab

Dorothy CollinsonSports Therapist

Personal therapist to Kenneth Ferry(Spanish Open Golf Champion)

plus 3 times Olympic Gold medallist Stephen MillerChiropractic Clinic

Villa Merlan, C/ El Almendro, 38660 Adeje, El MadroñalClinic Tel +34 922 724 683

Mob +34 661 265 344 / +34 647 288 078 . [email protected]

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CardiologyDentistry

DermatologyEar, Nose and Throat

EndocrinologyGeneral Medicine

GynaecologyHair removal by laser

HomeopathyNephrology

Neurology

Ophthalmology PaediatricsPhysiotherapyPneumothoraxPodiatryPsychologyRehabilitationSpeech TherapySurgery TraumatologyUrology

Centro MédicoDel NoroesteAvda. Daute, 21-23, Buenavista · Tel: 922 12 90 60 / 687 46 79 46 · Fax: 922 12 91 71e-mail: [email protected] · Opening hours: Mon to Fri 8am to 9pm, Sat 8am to 2pm

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TAX ADVISORS · GENERAL ACCOUNTANCYQualified British Community Administrator

Tel: 922 753 432 · Fax: 922 798 326Email: [email protected] · www.asesoriacondado.com

Opening hours 8am - 1.30pm Mon to FriFor appointments only 2.30pm - 5pm

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FAÑABÉ - COSTA ADEJE

CLUB HÍPICO FAÑABÉCLUB HÍPICO FAÑABÉLivery · Horse riding lessons · Qualified teachers

Inscriptions open for Autumn term. Tel: 922 691 301 · www.hipica-costa-adeje.com

FAÑABÉ - COSTA ADEJE

CLUB HÍPICO FAÑABÉCLUB HÍPICO FAÑABÉLivery · Horse riding lessons · Qualified teachers

Inscriptions open for Autumn term. Tel: 922 691 301 · www.hipica-costa-adeje.com

LikesThe colours peach and apricot

Diamonds and rubies Fishing and swimming

DislikesBad hygiene Impoliteness

Unmotivated people

Rooster matesDragon – understanding

Dog – very loving relationship Pig – incredibly supportive

Mis-matchDragon – misunderstand each other

Monkey – conflicting relationship Rat – not very close

The Rooster

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The Chinese year 4706 began on 7th February. The Chinese name each calendar year after an animal and this year is the Year of the Rat. There are twelve animal signs in the Chinese zodiac.

According to Chinese custom, people born during that year will have the characteristics of that animal. This month The Magazine takes a look at the Rooster. People born under the sign of the Rooster are usually hard-working, good decision makers and are not afraid to speak their minds.

Are you a Rooster? If you were born in 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993 or 2005 then you most certainly are. Famous Rooster people include Rod Stewart, Eric Clapton, Mia Farrow and Yoko Ono.

Roosters are very loyal people, who dislike dishonesty. But they have a tendency to brag about themselves, which some people find overbearing. Roosters are at their best when they are surrounded by others as they enjoy being in the spotlight. Financially they are quite good at handling their money. Career wise Roosters make good actors, dancers and musicians. On the academic side they make good bankers, public accountants and dentists.

Aries Roosters – speak in terms that people understand and are trustworthy.Taurean Roosters – take on a lot of responsibility, but they will finish any task.Gemini Roosters – like maintaining good relationships and are lovable and solid.Cancerian Roosters – a bit rough around the edges, but are very sweet people.Leonine Roosters – flamboyant and full of energy, but are sincere and compassionate.Virgo Roosters – very logical people with a great eye for detail.Libran Roosters – Sophisticated and cool and hate anything disorganised.Scorpio Roosters – very determined and motivated, but can be deeply emotional.Sagittarian Roosters – free spirited, relaxed and down to earth people.Capricorn Roosters – want nothing more than to succeed, but want to be in charge.Aquarian Roosters – like to stand out in a crowd, but don’t like being tied down.Piscean Roosters – take into account other people’s feelings and dislike confrontation.

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Codeword

How to play CodewordEach number in the grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. You must decipher the code to complete the grid which must consist of complete words. We have given you 3 letters to start you off.

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Across 7 ___ Christie: author (6) 8 Film about a plane crash and love (2000) (6) 10 Film about the oil industry (2005) (7) 11 Kevin ___ : Oscar winning actor (5) 12 ___ with the wind: film (4) 13 Original name of Fiddler on the Roof (5) 17 ___ Lee Jones: actor (5) 18 Of ___ and Men (4) 22 ___ date: romantic comedy (5) 23 Keith Harris’ green duck (7) 24 Miss ___ : musical (6) 25 Tom ___ : married to Katie Holmes (6)

Down 1 A ___ to India (1984 film) (7) 2 Melissa Joan Hart’s teenage witch (7) 3 You can’t ___ an honest man (film) (5) 4 Stars of Planet of the Apes? (7) 5 Broadway musical and film (5) 6 ___ Pitch: Nick Hornby book and film (5) 9 Film about Moses Pray and Addie Loggins (5,4) 14 Film about an intergalactic dog pilot (2003) (4,3) 15 The bad guy in the movie (7) 16 Character from the Magic Roundabout (7) 19 The ___ : 1989 film about a nuclear submarine (5) 20 1997 film about man-made insects; copy (5) 21 James ___ : actor best known for the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (5)

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Sudoku

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