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November 22nd, 2011 | News Release
In December 2011, six ladies will depart from La Gomera (Canaries) to row unaided in the fastest trans-Atlantic row ever recorded. The women, all from Britain except their American skipper, will endure the harshest test known to mankind – to row across the Atlantic. It is a relatively unknown statistic that more people have been into space, than have rowed an ocean.
Row For Freedom, in aid of ECPAT UK, is a double-world record attempt to row across the Atlantic in the fastest time, whilst also being the first-ever team of six females to complete such an endurance challenge.
Departing on their epic journey in December 2011, the team comprises Julia Immonen, Debbie Beadle, Katie Pattison-Hart, Kate Richardson, Andrea Quigley and Helen Leigh. The girls are charity workers, models and athletes, hailing from Britain and the US, and have each been inspired to harness the positive power of sport to raise awareness and much needed funding for projects to tackle human trafficking.
The team will depart for La Gomera in the Canary Islands in mid-November, where they will spend a furious two weeks undertaking sea trials and packing the boat full of the provisions and stores they will need to keep their bodies fed and hydrated during the 5 week race. The world-record must be for an ‘unaided’ crossing, which means they will not see any support vessels or receive any help during the 5 week record attempt.
The ‘Row For Freedom’ team will be competing to become the first female crew to successfully row 3,000 miles from the Canary isles to Barbados in the fastest time. The team will wait for what they hope will be a storm-free weather window before pulling hard for Barbados. The team must try and avoid major storms as the boat has barely enough room for three people to rest. During severe storms the girls have to take cover in the minute cabin which is not even long enough to lie down in. Some of the girls have secretly opted to be lashed to the deck during storms rather than endure the sardine-can effect of squeezing themselves into a water-proof cabin.
The double world-record attempt, which is part of the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, is recognised as the world’s toughest rowing race. As a result the team will be rowing around the clock in all weather conditions for 40 days and 40 nights on a boat, which has aptly been named ‘The Guardian’. Row for Freedom aims to raise £1m for ECPAT UK, a charity which spearheads the attempt to end Child Prostitution and Slavery.
Julia Immonen comments: “We’ll be rowing 24 hours a day, 2 hours on – 2 hours off, for about 40 days without the support of our families. We have opted not to have news from home as we are worried that it will be too emotional to hear from close relatives when we are in the middle of the Atlantic. We are all incredibly driven to secure this world record whilst raising funds and awareness of the issue of child slavery across the world.”
The race route is no stranger to the plight for freedom. In the 15th Century, Christopher Columbus sailed the same course during his discovery of America and in the 1800s the route was used to transport slaves between the UK and the USA.
Today there are more people in slavery than ever before. It is estimated that 27 million people, half of these children, are modern day slaves and victims of human trafficking
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November 18th, 2011 | News Release
Another big week ahead in Tenerife and Canarian Weekly is ahead of the game. Spain goes to the polls this weekend, we’ve all looked out at the problems in Greece and Italy but could Spain be next and how would that affect island life. These are changing times, handy then that Canarian Weekly has an expert on Spanish law as one of its informative columnists.
Plenty of good news for residents and visitors to Tenerife, one of the UK’s top boy bands are on their way to play a free outdoor concert, you can read all the details in this weeks edition. Fancy some luxury? The swankiest hotel in Santa Cruz has just re-opened after a 25 million euro refit, get the lowdown on what you get for that sort of money.
As the clock ticks down to the London 2012 Olympics take a look at who has paid a visit to our shores to get ship shape for the challenge ahead. That still leaves plenty of room for all your usual favourites like television timings, horoscopes, puzzles, weather, sport and those free small ads. Make sure you pick up your free copy of Canarian Weekly and be better informed and prepared to enjoy life in the sun.
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November 11th, 2011 | News Release
The Canarian health service is under the microscope this week on the front cover of the new Canarian Weekly, it’s just another big issue tackled head on by your community newspaper. There’s plenty more lighter stories inside about the sunshine island of Tenerife.
From classical concerts to the latest update from El Hierro, Canarian Weekly keeps visitors and residents alike informed and entertained. The christmas build up has started so there’s no better place find out about forthcoming events, special offers, and all those neat places you will need to get the festive season all wrapped up. Of course you could put it on the back burner for now, just relax by the pool and read the stimulating weekly columns covering sport, business, fitness and food.
Look out for your Canarian Weekly it’s free and now there are even more distribution points to pick up your copy.
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November 8th, 2011 | News Release
What makes the perfect New Years Eve Party? Good food, good company, good service and amazing settings. That’s true of any country but Tenerife adds a whole different dimension with its wild celebrations as fireworks bathe beaches with colour. Venture Restaurants have just unveiled their wide ranging choice of New Years Eve party menus at their five restaurants in the party capitals of Los Cristianos and Playa de Las Americas.
Teppanyaki, Thai Botanico, and Bianco Ristorante Italiano are all upstairs in the Safari Commercial Centre just five minutes walk from the beachfront and perfect for viewing the barrage of fireworks and joining the throng of people that converge of this popular area. Each has its own distinctive flavour, Teppanyaki will be offering Chinese banquet or Japanese feast with options for flowing champagne, wine, and party bags. Thai Botanico has its own special banquet with a Thai flavour such as massaman lamb, Torres wine provides an interesting variation here. Bianco Ristorante Italiano & Cocktail Bar has some great traditional food given the Italian gift of style, a fillet steak filo pasta parcel is something you will remember well into 2012.
Over in Los Cristianos Bianco Italian Bistro will be offering its own range of Italian treats , just imagine ravioli drizzled in truffle oil. Passarella Oasis is just on the slope of the hill looking over the bright lights of Los Cristianos where they will be going all out to match Playa de Las Americas in the party stakes. For something a bit more traditional and subtle there’s Restaurante 88 in the lovely fishing village of La Caleta in Costa Adeje. Fresh fish has made this area a culinary must and that is reflected in the menu with an oriental twist, Spain’s finest Cava will be the drink of choice to toast the New Year.
A choice of sittings, childrens rate for under 10′s, and the usual attentive service will all be on the menus and the staff will ensure you are in the party mood for the best night of this year and next.
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November 5th, 2011 | News Release
Illegal holiday lets are a hot potato in Tenerife, this weeks Canarian Weekly sounds a front page warning to the many that could be affected by a new crackdown. Inside there’s a definite hint of christmas creeping in with advance warning of some of the big plans being made by local councils for the festive season.
El Hierro is making new rumblings, find out the latest position and see which royal visitor caused a stir in Santa Cruz this week. Wanna know whats happening on the local sporting scene, Canarian Weekly has been keeping a close eye on the latest action. Maybe you need some health and beauty pointers, gardening or hair advice, it’s all here.
Guy Fawkes hasn’t been forgotten, you may not have the cold clammy nights but you can still enjoy some great bonfire night themed recipes. Don’t let your beach reading be a damp squib, pick up your free Canarian Weekly, now with more copies available from more pick up points.
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October 28th, 2011 | News Release
There’s a few ghostly hangers on around the Canarian Weekly masthead this week, a reminder that it’s Halloween and inside you will find details of all the best parties in Tenerife. The front page story zeros in on the big talking point in the Canary Islands this week, funding threats to the health service and a strike threat from staff.
There’s plenty of lighter stuff inside to keep you company on the beach, karate championships, Carnaval plans, and the Tenerife Symphony Orchestra reaching out to young music fans in Los Cristianos. None of your weekly favourites have been forgotten, health, hair and the all important weather are there at your fingertips.
Canarian Weekly is essential reading for visitors and residents alike so get on your broomstick and swoop down for your free copy at the many drop off points.
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October 26th, 2011 | News Release
With a cool sea breeze blowing across the Golf Costa Adeje course conditions were perfect for the annual Eagle Card Tournament on Saturday 22 October. A large field of keen golfers was divided into four groups of comparable ability to ensure a strong competitive edge to an enjoyable days play.
The leading positions in the groups reflected the quality of play, the ladies section had a clear winner but a three way tie for the runners up spot.
- Angelica Lorenz 47
- Janice Richardson 40
- Diana Everitt 40
- Barbara Zapp 40
There were two categories for the men with the outcome decided by just a few strokes
Category Three scorecard
- Wolfgang Zapp 41
- Ignace Brouns 39
- Peter Milton 38
- John Whyte 38
Category Two scorecard
- Oddbjorne Hoevick 42
- Jos Wynen 41
- Alvaro Ramon Vargas Oliva 39
In the scratch section a smaller group took full advantage of the challenging course to improve their play in well matched company. Scorecard
- David Pritchard 71
- Marco Roberts 78
- John Pugh 84
- Tom Baggley 84
The full rundown of scores for all four categories can be accessed via the above links. Here’s to next years event.
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October 22nd, 2011 | News Release
Another week, another packed newspaper from Canarian Weekly. El Hierro, a lingering crisis, a French tourist invasion, and the Tenerife President pulling the birds. How police made criminals in Adeje an offer they couldn’t refuse, which international athlete didn’t even get out of the starting blocks for his sports big night in Playa de Las Americas, and how to support the big charity days from your Tenerife base.
Green fingers as you brown in the sun, revving up your car, and keeping your own bodywork in tip top condition. Don’t worry there’s still room for the best television guide around, small ads to make a big difference,sports news, and puzzles to keep the brain busy as you lounge on the sun bed.
Canarian Weekly is free and waiting for you at many drop off points around the south of Tenerife,make sure you don’t miss out on yours.
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October 20th, 2011 | News Release
Sporting rivalry doesn’t come any bigger in the Canary Islands than a match up between Tenerife and Gran Canaria but although the golf action was keenly contested many new friendsa were made as Tenerife won the meeting of the two golf associations. Play took place in Las Palmas at the El Salobre course over the weekend of 15 and 16 October featuring 32 of the best amatuers from the rival circuits.
Team play was the main ingredient of the first day’s play and the Tenerife and La Gomera Circuit built a strong 6.5 to 1.5 lead taking six of the first eight games, the mens premier category was shared.
Into Sunday and Tenerife held their nerve through the individual matches despite a strong fightback by the hosts. The days outcome was a 9.5 to 6.5 advantage for Tenerife giving a trophy winning margin of 16 to 8 to Tenerife.
After their two days on the greens all the players had got to know each other better, strengthening links between the two circuits, the big aim of the Canarian Golf Federation.
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October 18th, 2011 | News Release
The Canarian Golf Federation is setting its sights on the future by starting a high quality intensive training programme for promising young golfers. Initially the focus will be on the Gran Canaria province but plans are well underway to spread the scheme to Tenerife.
The first batch of players will be selected from the player rankings for Lanzarote and Gran Canaria for the age group 11 to 25. The students will then be brought together in batches of 25 players at the Las Palmeras golf club, although there will be monthly trips to play on other courses in Gran Canaria. All aspects of the game will be coached to give the youngsters an all round education in the finer points of the sport.
One of the Federation’s technical directors, professional golfer Oscar Garzon outlined the pioneering training programme. “We will promote the coaching sessions on Saturday mornings so we don’t disrupt interrupt their normal routine. During the two hours training they will get instruction from four technical coaches specialising in technique, physical, and psychological training. The players will be set realistic targets and will learn how to train themselves during the week to make sure they continue to improve. The directors see this as a long term strategy putting the players on the road to becoming professional players.”
Psychological coach for the programme, Heriberto Rodríguez, has worked with many professionals and he will teach the young students to concentrate on their own natural game regardless of outside pressures. “We will deal with theory, looking at possible problems and there solutions and also test their reactions under normal match conditions.”
There is a huge interest in golf among young people and with the wealth of courses in the Canary Islands there is great potential to produce top quality players.
Photo. Luis García Ayuso, secretary of the FCG, Isabel Luján director of the investigation group of the ULPGC, Salvador García Cantón, presidente y Javier Garzón Allende, professor of Golf
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