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In the heights of a Tenerife summer few can resist the lure of the golf course, throw in some tough opponents, good company and a cheap stay in Arona Gran Hotel, and it becomes almost irresistable. That’s what is on offer for the 2010 Spring Hotels Golf Tournament at Golf Las Americas on 25 September.
This is the third annual event and includes the famous on course drinks and snacks as you play – all very civilised. After the cut and thrust on the greens there will be prize presentations and a grand prize draw. All this and the pleasure of playing one of the top courses in the south, Golf Las Americas is a well prepared venue that enjoys sedate scenery just a few minutes walk from the main beaches.
If you want to give in to temptation, you can book a mini break at the four star Arona Gran Hotel, in nearby Los Cristianos, for just 50 euros per person per night half board. There are two or three night breaks to choose from and that includes green fees for players and accompanying persons. Bookings are easy to make via the Spring Hotels website and if you want more info just email spring@springhoteles.com.If you just want to enjoy the tournament you can book the green fees direct here for just 45 euros.

The fourth annual Tenerife & La Gomera golf circuit is well underway and heading to Tecina Golf in La Gomera on 7 August, a good excuse, as if one was needed, to visit this lush green island. Hotel Jardin Tecina are making it even more enticing with a special low rate offer of just 49 euros per person per night on a half board basis. That includes the ICIG tax, a single person supplement of 15 euros is applicable and bookings are subject to availabilty.
The four star Hotel Jardin Tecina is in Playa de Santiago,perfectly placed for Tecina Golf a magnificent 18 hole course perched on the hill overlooking the beach and port. It’s easy to get over from Tenerife, Fred Olsen ferries are fast, around 40 minutes crossing, and comfortable, a very relaxing way to prepare for a golfing weekend.
Hotel Jardin Tecina bookings can be made on 902222140 or by email tecina@fredolsen.es full details are on the website www.jardin-tecina.com. If you want to book a round at Tecina Golf call 902222130, email tecinagolf@fredolsen.es or try their website www.tecinagolf.com Happy golfing.

We´ve all got things we could swap for something else, or sell an unwanted item to buy something new more to our liking, haven´t we? Well great news for all you Parents, Teens & Kids out there, SupaSwap has arrived and it does just that!

SupaSwap is the first online shopping community for all the family! It´s packed with some great stuff to Swap, Buy & Sell as well as offering a whole lot more, including some great competitions with fantastic prizes!!!

Why not become a fan of theirs on Facebook, follow them on Twitter and take a look at Youtube too.  Whatever you do, make sure you check out SupaSwap soon!!!

In a musical melting pot like Tenerife there is always room for new sounds and sailing over the horizon we have the new radio station Pirate FM with its treasure chest of classic rock.

Managers Paul Graham and Dave West have spotted a gap in the Tenerife market and along with their fellow presenters are already serving up classic rock to the west and south coasts. Both have a wide background in radio, between them they have been at more stations than Thomas the Tank Engine, and worked together at Radio Caroline. Paul can also include Radio Leicester, Invicta Radio and even Radio Latvia among his stops, while Dave can add Swansea Sound and Radio Northsea.

Completing the team is Head of Sales and Marketing Clare Harper, she has swapped 7 years of island life in Jersey for Tenerife. Also with a vast experience of commercial radio, Clare worked with Channel 103 Radio in Jersey. With the volcanic dust delaying Paul and Dave for the launch party at El Faro in Costa Adeje, Clare fronted the evening. It takes a lot to phase Clare, she started out with a keen interest in drama and has appeared in Holby City and in some pop promos.

Keep both ears open for the Pirate FM sound on 88.6 FM and 99.7 FM. For a full programme schedule and contact details call up the website at www.piratefm.biz  Welcome aboard.

When did you last go tenpin bowling? Maybe you have been meaning to and were saving it for one of those rare cloudy days in Tenerife, or maybe you haven’t been for years. Either way it’s a treat that you can indulge in anytime as Megabowl Sports Bar and Lounge in Fañabe is fun, user friendly, right in the heart of the beach and party zone, and is very affordable.

Megabowl is a complete enjoyment package for all ages with everything tailored to your needs. Forget all that scribbling on bits of paper and arguing over the scores and whose go it is, it’s all done for you, just slip on the snazzy shoes and concentrate on your game. It can get very competitive and addictive but most people just play for fun. Special designated childrens lanes are ideal for themed parties and with a wide choice of food and drink, everyone’s happy.

To find out how much fun you can have pop in to Calle Londres in CC Fañabe from Monday to Friday 12pm to 12 am, or on Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays from 12pm to 1am. You can call on (0034) 922713040 or check the website www.megabowltenerife.com for the latest promotions. Why not join as on Facebook and follow us on Twitter or pick up some action tips on Flickr and Youtube. See you soon!

Building on the success of last years event at Golf Costa Adeje, the 2010 Tenerife Ladies Open  has all the ingredients to push this European Tour meeting to even greater heights. When the action starts on July 1 for four days of top competition the eyes of the worlds media will see a different face of Tenerife, the rugged natural beauty of the north west at Buenavista Golf.

Last years winner Felicity Johnson is expected back to defend her crown and the Birmingham player will look forward to renewing her rivalry with runner up Becky Brewerton from Wales. Felicity made a late charge after lagging behind and clinched the title at the 18th hole to finish 14 under par. The 22 year old winner was very impressed with Tenerife, just wait till the contestants get a glimpse of the Teno mountains and wild coastline that makes Buenavista such a scenic gem.

The visiting media, players and officials will be able to check out the new 5 star Buenavista Golf and Spa Hotel at the course, and the lush green walks will no doubt attract new interest from future holiday makers wanting to sample the north of Tenerife. The players will have their eyes set on a share of the 275,000 euros prize money.

For additional information about this event visit:

• The Tenerife Golf Association Website (Facebook, Flickr Twitter)
• Buenavista Golf Course – Official Website
• Tenerife Ladies Open - Official Website for Tenerife Ladies Open
• Tenerife Golf - (Facebook, Flickr, Twitter, Youtube, Vimeo)
• Tenerife Tourism - Official Website for Tenerife Tourism
• Buenavista Golf Hotel – Official Website for Hotel

Should you prefer to stay in Puerto de la Cruz, you could also stay at the Hotel Las Aguilas.

Sadly the British press is all too keen to highlight the down side of Tenerife but there are some exciting cutting edge projects that don’t get the praise they deserve. Just this weekend a village of 25 self sufficient bioclimatic houses was inaugurated at ITER in Granadilla. This is the first of its kind in the world and www.canarygreen.net was there to cover the event.

The project was initiated 14 years ago and attracted 397 entrants from 38 countries, since then the planning and development has taken place largely unnoticed by many visitors to this holiday island. ITER (the Institute of Technology and Renewable Energy) is best known for the towering wind turbines alongside the TF1 motorway, just past the south airport. That is just one aspect of the amazing scientific work that goes on at the 400,000 square metre site. One of the largest fields of working solar panels in the world feeds into the Tenerife grid, a water park studies ways to utilise wave power, and a wind chamber studies wind power and is also used by sports companies to explore aerodynamics.

The Canary Islands are in a unique position to experience the good and bad of weather systems so it seems only natural to build knowledge from these to benefit everyone. ITER is also home to one of the most respected seismic teams in the world, they not only monitor Mount Teide but are frequently summoned to volcanic hot spots around the globe to offer their expertise. This is no secret research base, ITER are committed to sharing their knowledge among the scientific community and also welcome visitors to their coastal base.

If you want to join a tour of ITER you can pre arrange it by calling 922391000 or go to the website www.iter.es. If you want to keep up with environmental issues around the Canary Islands keep an eye on www.canarygreen.net

 

View more photos on Canary Pr Flickr Account

Tenerife has so much to offer and the west coast resort of Los Gigantes combines the best sunshine record with a relaxed and sedate setting. Now you can win a weeks holiday at El Marques resort, part of the Wimpen Leisure Management group. Entry is free and couldn’t be easier, just go to www.tenerifemagazine.com the only online magazine for Tenerife, and become a fan of their Facebook page, then sit back and wait for the draw on 2nd April.

El Marques is perched overlooking Los Gigantes and has great views of the cliffs that give the area its name, and the island of la Gomera just across the Atlantic. You will be perfectly placed for the top golf courses at Abama and Buenavista and ready to take off and explore walking trails like Masca or you might prefer to take to the water for some sporting action or a leisure cruise. Find out more about the range of facilities you can enjoy at their website.

There is always so much going on in Tenerife and www.tenerifemagazine.com has its finger on the pulse, bringing you behind the scenes looks at lifestyle, culture and fun all over the island. Not tied by publication dates, Tenerife Magazine is able to constantly change its stories and show you what’s happening on your favourite island.  

The competition prize is for a weeks self catering holiday in a one bedroom apartment, and can be taken over the course of the next year, subject to availabilty. There is no cash alternative available. So join the Tenerife Magazine facebook group today, and keep your fingers crossed for the draw on 2nd April.

Some come for the spa and wellness centre, some for the luxury accommodation, and some for the great views out to La Gomera, but for most it’s the superb 18 hole golf course that attracts them to Abama Golf.

Designer Dave Thomas poured plenty of dedication into creating this par 72 course, sloping it down towards the small beach that serves the complex. As Abama is perched on a cliff top on the sun kissed west coast of Tenerife, it enjoys some of the most consistent sunny weather on the island, a definite advantage for the keen golfer.

Maybe that’s why the course attracts regular big tournaments, they have just staged their annual Pro Am event and on August 21 the growing Tenerife and La Gomera Circuit calls in for their latest challenge.

There has never been so much interest in golf in Tenerife, thankfully there is also a growth in websites that can keep keen players up to date with fees, conditions etc. Back at Abama, they are looking forward to a long hot summer of golfing action and are keen to see players of all abilities pit themselves against their course.

Gran Sur Shopping Centre just off the motorway near Fanabe, Tenerife, have now joined several media sites.  Follow them on Twitter, become a fan on Facebook and take a look at their photos in Flickr.  Look out for their new website coming soon!