Monday, 19.11.2018
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18.11.2018 - A total of 18 sailors set sail from Las Palmas before the weekend to sail the new route from Las Palmas to the Caribbean island of San Vicente. They were greeted with applause. The main start of the 33rd ARC (Atlantic Rally for Cruisers) will take place on November 25, when the sails will be set in the direction of Santa Lucía. Anyone who might be wondering today about a parade around the capital's marina, and what it is about, should be aware that it is the participants in the sailing regatta who are celebrating the forthcoming start with their national flags and their infectious anticipation. more...
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18.11.2018 - A total of 18 sailors set sail from Las Palmas before the weekend to sail the new route from Las Palmas to the Caribbean island of San Vicente. They were greeted with applause. The main start of the 33rd ARC (Atlantic Rally for Cruisers) will take place on November 25, when the sails will be set in the direction of Santa Lucía. Anyone who might be wondering today about a parade around the capital's marina, and what it is about, should be aware that it is the participants in the sailing regatta who are celebrating the forthcoming start with their national flags and their infectious anticipation. more...
18.11.2018 - Last week, Local Police officers based in Santa Cruz de La Palma stopped a man on a scooter whose strange driving style was conspicuous. The suspicion that the man might be drunk was quickly confirmed. The alcohol test revealed a level of 1.12 per millilitre, which is almost five times the permitted limit of 0.25. In addition, a subsequent drug test was also positive. That will be expensive. The 57-year-old driver will have six points removed from his driving licence and will have to pay a fine of €1,000. more...
17.11.2018 - If you don't have anything planned for this evening and are interested in classical music, you can look forward to a concert at the Hotel Playa Sur Tenerife in El Médano with the duo Helena Lima on cello and the pianist Mirjana Anastasijevic. They will be playing works by Jacques Offenbach, Jules Massenet and George Bizet. The concert starts at 8.30pm. Admission costs €12. Tickets can be purchased from the hotel reception desk, or by calling 922 17 61 20. more...
17.11.2018 - On Friday morning, a diving accident occurred in Playa San Juan, in the borough of Guía de Isora. At 11.15am, an emergency call was made reporting that a diver who had suffered a cardiac arrest had been pulled out of the water. The lifeguards immediately started resuscitation measures until the arrival of the emergency service staff, who took over shortly afterwards. Nevertheless, the 57-year-old could not be brought back to life. more...
16.11.2018 - The coming weekend is likely to be a wet one for most of the Canary Islands. The next cold front bringing rain will probably reach the islands on Saturday. Heavy rainfalls and high waves are expected especially in the western province and in Gran Canaria. Only the south of Gran Canaria and Tenerife are likely to escape the soaking. The cold front will probably reach the two easternmost islands of Fuerteventura and Lanzarote on Sunday, as it moves across the archipelago from west to east. more...
16.11.2018 - This weekend, more than 30 artisans of various specialities will exhibit their products on Avenida Rafael Puig Lluvina in Costa Adeje. This is the best opportunity to get to know Canarian handicrafts in ceramics, leather, basketry or textiles. They prove that these skills not only have a traditional character, but are also contemporary. The fair opens on Friday and Saturday from 11am to 10pm and on Sunday from 11am to 7pm. more...
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Today and tomorrow, June 2 and 3, this is a nautical event in the Marina del Sur, Las Galletas, that will be showcasing all that’s special about the sea-related activities in the Islands. There’s adapted diving for the physically challenged, the Guanche's Cup regatta (Optimist, Laser and cruising categories), the 20th Canary Islands Underwater Video Championship and the exhibition of the 50th anniversary of the Canary Islands Federation of Underwater Activities are some of the novelties of this edition.
Most of the activities are completely free of charge, like the stunning photographic exhibition that has already been a major hit in cities such as Barcelona and Palma de Mallorca.
Parallel to the competitions, the Canary Islands Boat Show will organise a wide range of activities such as diving, snorkelling, kayaking, paddle surfing, sailing, jet skis, surfing, kite surfing, boat trips and whale watching. Workshops, talks, exhibitions, concerts and a wide range of gastronomic activities will also make these days memorable. There are over 40 activities on offer, ideal for residents and visitors.
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The second Vijazz event starts today in the Liceo del Taoro, La Orotava, and continues tomorrow as part of the celebrations of International Jazz Day.
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