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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.
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.â€
Psychological coach for the programme, Heriberto RodrÃguez, 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 GarcÃa Ayuso, secretary of the FCG, Isabel Luján director of the investigation group of the ULPGC, Salvador GarcÃa Cantón, presidente y Javier Garzón Allende, professor of Golf
October 14th, 2011 | News Release
Whether passing through or resident, Canarian Weekly is a must to keep you up to date with Tenerife, the other six Canary Islands and the best of the weeks stories back home in the UK. It has just proved its worth again pulling together the main strands of this weeks big story the eruptions on El Hierro, it’s what everyone has been talking about but it’s good to get the relevant facts laid out. Delving inside there is plenty to entertain and inform everyone with an interest in Tenerife and its neighbours. Sport, events, the best places to go and expert advice on gardening, fashion and motoring are all here to guide you through your week.The bulging television guide is a local favourite and that all important weather lowdown for the week ahead helps to get the best from holidays. Tenerife, like all the Canary Islands is known for it’s friendly welcome and Canarian Weekly is an important part of the island community. With its links to Oasis Fm Canarian Weekly knows the local entertainment scene well, several of their presenters write for the paper and can pass on inside tips learnt from their own love affair with Tenerife- If you miss the Friday rush for your copy of Canarian Weekly or can’t bear to wave it goodbye when going home there is an online version complete with its own Facebook page, Twitter updates, Flickr photos and even a You Tube channel.
October 5th, 2011 | News Release
At just 23 years old Maria Garcia Estrada from Santa Cruz had a bright golfing future but that was snatched away in September 2005 when she died from Sarcoma cancer. Golf was her passion and now continues to be a rallying point for the fundraising efforts of the Maria Garcia Estrada Foundation, on 8th October the 7th edition of the memorial tournament takes place at Real Club de Golf de Tenerife at El Penon, Tacoronte. To date the annual event has raised 205,000 euros and promises to be another day of competitive golf in the stableford format combined with a concerted effort to boost the fund for research.
Green fees for the day are 40 euros, the presentation meal is 40 euros, or you can enjoy both for just 70 euros, just book at the Real Club website. As well as prizes for the first three places there are special rewards for nearest the flag at the 16th and 17th holes, and men and women each have a chance to win a longest drive prize at the 18th hole. After the days play during the presentation evening there will be a big raffle with many prizes donated, a further chance to add funds to the cause.
October 4th, 2011 | News Release
Several destinations were in the running to host the 2011 Guardian and Observer Travel Awards but Tenerife was chosen and Turismo de Tenerife pulled out all the stops to provide a full programme of events for the one hundred leading travel industry professionals.
The award presentations were the centre piece of the four day visit and were held at a working banana plantation Finca Punto del Lomo in Guargacho. Mariella Frostrup made the introductions and presentations in distinguished company including Carlos Alonso Tenerife Minister For Tourism (photo)Â Miguel Angel Santos CEO of Turismo de Tenerife and Ricardo Fernandez de la Puente Junior Minister For Tourism in the Tenerife government. Carlos Alonso spoke of the benefits the hosting would bring to Tenerife.
“Such a meeting is a huge promotional tool bringing together top executives from the leading companies in the British travel industry and giving us a unique chance to showcase the major attractions that the island offers as a holiday destination.” Turismo de Tenerife supplied the local transport and excursions, among other services. The island will get a return on its investment in the Guardian Newspaper in the form of advertising and newspaper reports in “The Guardian”, “The Observer” and on the web www. theguardian.co.uk
During their four day stay, attendees were treated to some of the outstanding attractions in Tenerife. Highlights of the programme of visits and activities organized by the island government’s public company included, whale watching, golf, kayaking, jeep excursions to Mount Teide, wine tour in the north of Tenerife, Masca gorge excursion or visits to Santa Cruz and La Laguna
September 25th, 2011 | News Release
Buenavista Golf was at its majestic best to showcase the rugged charms of Isla Baja on Saturday 17 September when the sixth round of the Tenerife  La Gomera came to town. The unique coastal setting under the Teno mountains attracted 119 players for this penultimate round.
It wasn’t just the players showing support, there was an impressive array of sponsors headed by the days main backer Calzados MBT. Joining them were Turismo de Tenerife, Federación Canaria de Golf, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, Heineken y Zumos Pago, Feledi Bodas y Eventos, Caroli Helath Club ubicado en Sheraton La Caleta, C.C Gran Sur, Lexus Canarias, Cadena Ser, Canarias.com, Fred Olsen y JardÃn Tecina, MBT calzado fisiológico, Hotel Jardin Tropical, Abama Golf & Spa Resort, Spring Hoteles, Hotel Sandos San Blas, VIK hotels group, Coca Cola, Fonteide, Holiday Golf S.L., Kalise, Hotel Spa Villalba, Ideal Joyeros, Carpas Atlántico, Axa Seguros, Tenerife Magazine, electrodomésticos Max Mark y la web especializada en golf mipuntuación.com.
Funds raised during the days sport went to the San Lazaro childrens project while the players had plenty of trophies to aim for, supplied by the  Federación Canaria de Golf. Nearest the flag at the 4th hole went to David Ian Pritchard, the best senior player was Fco. González Suárez with 39 points and the scratch player award was won by Jose Luis GarcÃa Estrada with 34 points. In the longest drive section at the 18th hole Monica Martinez soared to victory for the women and Rodrigo Hernández DÃaz was the mens winner.
LADIESÂ SECTION
First Category:
1st. Maria Dolores Sebares Urbano with 30 points
2nd. Francisca Reyes Martin Colchero with 28 points
3rd. Maria Luisa Forniés with 27 points
Second Category:
1st. Dulce Ramón Sosa with 37 points
2nd. Miriam Muro with 36 points
3rd. Maria Isabel Cabrera with 35 points
MENS SECTION
First category
1st. Francisco Gonzalez Suárez with 39 points
2nd. Jose Luis GarcÃa Estrada with 36 points
3rd. José Manuel Hernández Martà with 35 points
Second Category:
1st. John Samuel with 43 points
2nd. Roberto Fiorini with 40 points
3rd. Eduardo Julvez with 39 points
Third category
1st. Werner Schwebke with 36 points
2nd. Rafael Castañeda with 35 points
3rd. Roberto Martin with 33 points
The 2011 Circuit is reaching its climax, there are seven tournaments at Golf Costa Adeje, Golf del Sur, Tecina Golf, Abama Golf, Golf Las Américas, Buenavista Golf and the grand final la gran final at Golf del Sur. It’s time to get your inscriptions in for that final round on 1st October. For more information go to the web page for the Asociación de Campos de Golf de Tenerife www.isladegolf.com or email to circuito@isladegolf.com
Full results and standings are here Ver todos los resultados and a great range of photos can be found here Ver todas las fotos
September 15th, 2011 | News Release
Known as golfing friendly places to stay in Tenerife Spring Hoteles also have an annual tournament and this year it was staged at Golf Las Americas on Saturday 10 September with a strong mixed field of 130 players. There is always a touch of style to this event and entrants were greeted with a goodie bag containing a polo shirt, cap, and golf towel before the days play got underway using the stableford individual format.
A combination of warm Tenerife weather and excellent course conditions meant the players were soon at the ninth hole where freshly cooked treats and drinks awaited them from the buffet at the Arona Gran Hotel, a much appreciated touch, the sort of thing that Spring Hoteles are noted for. A pleasant rest over, the competition resumed with a keen but friendly edge in the five categories.
- MENS WINNERS
- First Category – Alexjandro Grande, 39 points off a 3 handicap
- Second Category – Tomas Aramas, 40 points off 18 handicap
- Third Category – Andres Guerra, 42 points off 20 handicap
- WOMENS WINNERS
- First Category – Maria Jerez, 39 points off 11 handicap
- Second Category – Karin Beels – 37 points off 22 handicap
Each winner received a glass trophy and as top scratch player Alexjandro also got a luxury watch. The prize giving cocktail party took place at the Arona Gran Hotel in the evening ensuring a full return of players and partners for the food, drink, and good company. Spring Hoteles made the day complete by donating prizes to the grand draw including a trip to the UK for 2 people including a weeks stay.
September 2nd, 2011 | News Release
Tenerife Golf Tournament
Now in its ninth year the Iberostar Anthelia Golf Tournament has become an established favourite due to the quality of the play, the prizes, and the enticing offers to wrap up a special weekend with 5 star accommodation at the Iberostar Anthelia just 25 metres from the beach in Costa Adeje.This year the date to note is Saturday 24 September and the venue is Golf Las Americas.
For the players it is always a full day of competitive action in stableford mode with three categories, two male and one female, all rewarded with prizes for the top three finishers. Along the way a hole in one will bring an extra prize of a IWC watch. There’s more to come in the evening with the gala dinner and a prize draw with some amazing prizes including a week in Brazil.
One of the great strengths of the tournament is you can feel like a star for a very reasonable price. Signing up to compete will cost just 75 euros per person including the gala dinner, non playing guests are also thought of with a price of 45 euros for the gala dinner. To round off the day in style how about an overnight stay in the five star comfort of the Iberostar Anthelia, handily placed between Playa de Fañabe and Playa del Duque in the sophisticated Costa Adeje area.
To sign up for the golf action call Golf Las Americas on 322752005 and to find out more about staying at the Iberostar Anthelia call 922713335.
August 26th, 2011 | News Release, Tenerife
Voting is now open for the TENERIFE ENTERTAINMENT AWARDS 2011, sponsored by EZE GROUP, which is taking place on Sunday 25th September from 2pm – at its new venue for this year, Castillo San Miguel.
There are nine categories this year, and voting closes at midnight on Sunday 18th September 2011.
The Nominees:
Best male singer – sponsored by One Stop Home Shop
Alexander McRae, Andy Lynch, Cy Benson, Dominic James, Mikey Mike, Robbie Dominic, and
Simply Mo
Best female singer – sponsored by Christers Terrace Furniture
Bleu Travelle, Elaine Alexander, Emma Jensen, Helena Campbell, and Sally Ann
Best tribute act – sponsored by Tenerife Sunshine
Ged Bolton (Rod Stewart), Kevin Isaac (comedy Elvis), Krackas Status Quo, Paul Lee (Meatloaf), and Paul Stone (Billy Idol)
Best band – sponsored by Nancy Spain’s
Crush, Dark Wizards, Looney Tunes, Soundchaser, and the Travellers Blues Band
Best group – sponsored by Spring Hotels NO PUBLIC VOTE AT THIS STAGE.
NOMINEES ARE PERFORMING AT THE EVENT FOR A LIVE VOTE ON THE DAY!
Background, IS and Marlow, Loaded, Sweet Temptation, and the Wild Boyz
Best compere – Sponsored by Special FX sound and lighting
Bollie (Harveys bar), Craig Shaw (Pheasent Plucker), Feargal Flaherty (Hole in the Wall), James Foster (Pearly Grey), JJ (South beach cocktail bar), Mike Carlton (St Eugenes), Mikey Lee (Mikeys Bar), and Tiny bit of Shrek aka Ian Henderson.
Best variety act – sponsored by Paul James Associates
Billy Porter, Johnny Circus, Lou Rex, Mister Sister, and Sisters of Doom
Best club DJ – sponsored by The Village Store, Callao Salvaje
Billy Blanco, Johnny (O’Neill’s), Lee Jackson (Brannigans). Leon Kormack, and Ben Simmington (TIBU).
Best newcomer – sponsored by Tenerife Lettings & Property Management
Destiny, Fatitude Show (Heather Haworth), Pip Brown (Michael Buble), Shiel Campbell (Rob That), and Saphryn Townsend (Rihanna)
You can vote for your favourite artist in the following ways:
- Text your votes to (+34) 653 958 101
Simply text the names of the people you want to vote for. Text number is a standard cost Orange network mobile, available to text from any mobile at a national cost of 0.15 euros, or at an international cost of 0.60 euros per sms text.
- Private message your votes on facebook through Oasis Fm Tenerife.
You may vote for as many different people in as many different categories as you like, but only one vote per nominee from any facebook person or mobile number will be accepted, except the category of ‘Best group’ which will be voted for live on Sunday 25th September.
Every year the Tenerife Entertainment Awards helps raise monies for charity, and this year is no different. The charity for the 2011 awards is Marie Curie Cancer Care, continuing the money raised by Oasis Fm at the Soccer Saturday event and their annual golf tournament.
You can keep up to date with all the latest news from the Tenerife Entertainment Awards in the following ways:
The Tenerife Entertainment Awards 2011
…it’s up to you…so you decide!
August 3rd, 2011 | News Release
The Tenerife and La Gomera golf circuit made the short crossing to San Sebastian in La Gomera on 30 July for the third round of this years competition and 112 eager players took to the Tecina Golf course.
It’s always a great adventure in La Gomera made more enjoyable by the days main sponsors Fred Olsen and Hotel Jardin Tecina. The circuit is blessed with an army of regular sponsors, thanks once again to Turismo de Tenerife, Federación Canaria de Golf, Iberostar Hotels & Resorts, Heineken y Zumos Pago, Feledi Bodas y Eventos, Caroli Health Club from Sheraton La Caleta, C.C Gran Sur, Lexus Canarias, Cadena Ser, Canarias.com, Fred Olsen y JardÃn Tecina, MBT calzado fisiológico, Hotel Jardin Tropical, Abama Golf & Spa Resort, Spring Hoteles, Hotel Sandos San Blas, VIK hotels group, Coca Cola, Fonteide, Holiday Golf S.L., Kalise, Hotel Spa Villalba, Ideal Joyeros, Carpas Atlántico, Axa Seguros, tenerifemagazine.com, electrodomésticos Max Mark, mipuntuación.com y cosméticos Mary Kay
There were many prizes to aim for, nearest the flag on the 14th hole went to Javier Gonzalez-Meager Achado. The best player was Jesús Orozco with 39 points and the top scratch player was Ãngel Gonzalez Rodriguez with 33 points. The longest drive at the 17th hole brought out the best in the players, for the ladies Maria Isabel Cabrera Amador was on top form and for the men it was Ãngel Gonzalez Rodriguez.
Ladies Section
First category
1st. Fca. Reyes Martin with 34 points
2nd. Maria Dolores Sebares Urbano with 34 points
3rd. Maria Luisa Fornies with 32 points
Second category
1st Miriam Muro Rafael with 39 points
2nd. Maria Isabel Cabrera Amador with 38 points
3rd. Pilar Arribas Rodrigo with 30 points
Mens Section
First category
1st. Angel Gonzalez Rodriguez with 40 points
2nd. Jesús Orozco with 39 points
3rd. Jose Manuel Hernandez Martin with 36 points
Second category
1st. John Dale Beckley with 41 points
2nd. Angel Luis Dorta Fumera with 41 points
3rd. Tomás Velazquez Armas with 38 points
Third category
1st. Felipe Mendez Perez with 38 points
2nd. Werner Schwebke with 37 points
3rd. Luis Felipe Hernandez Acevedo with 36 points
The 2011 circuit includes seven rounds at Golf Costa Adeje, Golf del Sur, Tecina Golf, Abama Golf, Golf Las Américas, Buenavista Golf and the grand final at Golf del Sur. There is still time to play in the remaining rounds, starting with the next at Abama Golf on 20 August. Just check out the website of the Asociación de Campos de Golf de Tenerife or email circuito@isladegolf.com
