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Lancelot 1 2 Lancelot Lancelot 3 4 Lancelot EDITORIAL CONTENTS “Treat the Earth well. It was not a Editorial ...... 5 Reader’s Letters...... 6-10 gift to you from your parents, it is Brexit Info from Dominic Raab...... 12 British Ambassador Hugh Elliot...... 13 on loan to you from your children.” Brexit Consular Activities at Town Halls...... 14-15 Kenyan proverb Increased Taxes for 2020...... 16 Property Guide...... 17 1919-2019 César Manrique Round the Island by Car...... 18-23 Blas Cabrera Felipe and Albert Einstein...... 24-27 and the Tourist Centres The XVI Visual Music Festival...... 28-31 Tourism Federation and Eco-Friendly Hotels...... 32-43 elcome to Lanzarote and welcome to Lance- Health – Pain Management Unit...... 44 Tourist Centres...... 48-49 lot, the island’s quality magazine. Lanzarote W Eating Out...... 50-53 has been celebrating the centenary of the birth of Royal Visit to the Manrique Foundation...... 54-55 its greatest citizen, César Manrique, which will con- WTM London – Recovering Tourism...... 56-57 tinue until April 2020. Among the highest tributes World Tourism Day Distinctions...... 58-59 paid to his memory was the visit of King Felipe VI Pepin Ramirez-César Manrique biography...... 60-61 of Spain who spent almost two hours visiting the Los Dolores Arts & Crafts Exhibition...... 62-63 special exhibition mounted of the life and works of Mararia Celebrates 25th Anniversary...... 64-65 the artist. The royal reaction was “Highly recom- Lanzarote News Roundup...... 66-85 mendable!” Canarian Government Observatory and Brian May... 66-67 The attraction he created for Lanzarote is what Cabildo Reports...... 68-73 Tias District – Puerto del Carmen...... 74-75 has given this island its unique identity and will re- Yaiza District – Playa Blanca...... 76-77 main so forever. The Sunday Times wrote at the be- San Bartolomé – Playa Honda...... 78-79 ginning the year 2,000, “César Manrique was 15 Arrecife – Manrique Honored in the Capital...... 80-81 years ahead of the rest of Europe in his creation of Teguise Town – Costa Teguise...... 82-83 space specific sites. Each of them is located on a spot Haria Town and Countryside...... 84-85 which had always been there, what the artist did was PhotoNews Items...... 86-90 to frame it – he protected the environment from the Tourist Information...... 91 very day a spade began digging out the first piece of Bridge and Simple Crossword...... 92 earth for a tourist centre. General Crossword – Local Organisations...... 93 Jameos del Agua had been an underground ca- Exhibitions – Concerts - Carnival Procession Dates ....94 Geopark Lanzarote Ecological Status...... 96 vern housing a lake full of boulders which had an aperture in the roof through which locals would throw their rubbish. The Mirador del Rio belvedere had been a military observation port guarding the straights between Lanzarote and La Graciosa. The Cactus Garden had been a stone quarry abandoned for over two centuries when he began converting it President: Antonio Coll into one of the most beautiful garden in the world Lancelot Medios General Manager: Javier Betancort for cacti and succulents. And the Castillo de San Director Lancelot TV: Jorge Coll José was a fort built in 1799 and later used as a mi- Honorary Editor: Larry Yaskiel litary ammunition dump but converted by the artist Advertising and Layout: Liz Yaskiel into the Museum of Modern Art in 1974. Graphic Design: Betty Romero Having enjoyed your visit you may think of buying Photography: Jesús Betancort holiday-cum retirement home, located only a few Avda. Mancomunidad s/n (Arrecife Gran Hotel) hours from most of Europe’s capitals and with sun- 35500 Arrecife - Lanzarote shine all year round, you can´t go wrong. Wishing Tel: 928 51 20 26 e-mail: [email protected] you a safe journey home and a Happy New Year. Published quarterly: 1 March, 1 June, 1 September, Whilst every attempt is made to ensure that articles and 1 December. No part of this magazine may be reproduced or advertisements are factually correct, the publishers and broadcast without the written consent of the Publisher. printers cannot be held responsible for any errors or omis- Copyright LANCELOT. Depósito Legal gc 846-2014 sions. Intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by Distibution: Totaldis - Printed by Minerva, Lanzarote inspection or otherwise of each of their statements. No. 151, 2020

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Lancelot 5 LETTERS TO LANCELOT th 32 at London Docks because of Eleanora’s Falcon the large amount of fruit and vege- Dear Sir, tables unloaded at this quay by a I am a great bird lover and was subsidiary of Fred Olsen Shipping fascinated to read how the local for the past forty years, especially authorities came to the rescue of a during the winter months. At their flock of migrating Eleanora’s Fal- specific request the Port Authority cons by filling up the reservoirs they named it Canary Wharf. From the use on their stopovers twice yearly beginning of the 19th century the on the tiny island of Alegranza, off WTM London entire area formed a major part of Excel Centre Lanzarote’s north coast. Do you London Docklands at a time when have any more information about Canary Wharf it was one the world’s busiest har- migratory birds which regularly vi- Dear Sir, bours. After the 1960s, the port in- sit the Canary Islands?. What is the connection between dustry began to decline leading to the Excel exhibition centre at Ca- all the docks closing by 1981. Heinrich Steiner nary Wharf, where the World Travel Trade connections between the Bockenheimerlandstrs 14 Market was held in November, and two island groups began in the mid- D-60325 Frankfurt am Main the Canary Islands? 1880s when Alfred L. Jones, head Germany of the Liverpool-based Elder De- Charles and Sheila Rupert mpster Shipping Line established GUINEVERE It took place during 34, Castle Street, a coaling station at Las Palmas for September when these falcons fly on Macclesfield, his ships travelling to South Africa. their homeward migratory route. Cheshire SK11 6AW Realising that his homeward bound According to zoologists Horst Wi- UK vessels were empty of cargo he deci- lkens and Elrike Strecker, there are ded to take on board fruit and vegeta- two main migration routes con- GUINEVERE In 1936, this dock- bles cultivated in the CanaryIslands necting Europe with Africa. The side area took its name from Ber- for the market in the UK. Western European route runs via

6 Lancelot LETTERS TO LANCELOT western France, the Iberian Penin- excellent magazine in the villa we possession, Portugal stepped in and sula, the Straights of Gibraltar and rented and were delighted to read laid claim to the archipelago on the the West Africa coast. The Canary that Lanzarote and the other Ca- basis of the earlier exploration by Islands are thus lying on the outer nary Islands were discovered by a Henry the Navigator. Both coun- edge of this migratory route and French nobleman Jean de Bethen- tries argued their cases before Pope many European summer birds cross court in 1402. My question is, if Boniface IX in Rome for arbitration geographical barriers on their way that is the case, why do the Canary and he decided in favour of Spain. to their African winter quarters. Islands belong to Spain and not to We should add that the Normans Lanzarote, located a mere 100 France? did not actually “discover” the Ca- km off the African coast, is thus re- naries which had been known since gularly touched by the migratory Colette and Jacques Dupont Roman times but what their “redis- movement of birds, including a 55 Quai Jean Moulin covery” did achieve was to bring number of species which shorten the 69002 Lyon the region to the attention of the long route via Gibraltar by directly France major European Powers at the be- crossing the Atlantic from Portugal ginning of the 15th century having towards the Canary Islands. More GUINEVERE. The one word re- appeared on a map for the first time information on the subject can be ply is “money.” Before embarking in 1339. found in the above mentioned au- on his voyage of discovery, Bethen- thors’ book “Blind Crabs, Hoopoes court had asked his monarch King Miniature Guitar and Volcanoes.” Philip III for financial assistance but Dear Sir, was turned down. He then presen- I and my family had a wonder- “Bon Jour Islas Canarias” ted his case to Henry III of Castile ful time at the Los Dolores Festi- Dear Sir, who agreed to subsidise the expedi- val at Mancha Blanca in September. My husband and I are French tion on the condition that any terri- We normally come for Easter and and we came on holiday to Lanza- tory he acquired would belong to it was our first experience of the rote for the first time in November. Spain. However, when Bethencourt fiesta. The folklore music was ex- We came across a back copy of your declared the Canaries as a Spanish

Lancelot 7 LETTERS TO LANCELOT cellent and we noticed a musician Esteban Morales – known as Juane- way? How well guarded are this and in every group playing a miniature le of the Timple – he learnt his skills the other Canary Islands from su- guitar which looked like a ukulele from his father and grandfather. dden eruptions? banjo. We have never come across Juanele assembled the instrument it in Spain where we have spent in- on a foot-operated lathe relying Simon and Elsie Gregory numerable holidays. Can you tell us on skill and experience to form the 30 Hall Quay anything about the instrument and shape without the assistance of any Great Yarmouth 1HG how it reached the Canary Islands? measuring instruments and every England folklore group on Lanzarote had at Stanley Derbyshire least one instrument made by him. GUINEVERE A total of 140 4, Warren Road A permanent exhibition of the sensors monitoring volcanic mo- Folkestone, Kent CT 19 6DE instrument can be seen at the aptly- vement are installed on Lanzarote, England named Timple Museum at Spinola more than anywhere else in Europe Palace overlooking the central pla- and most other volcanic regions in GUINEVERE The instrument is za of Teguise. The exhibit contains the world. The island’s main sur- called a “timple” and is indigenous over 40 examples of miniature gui- veillance system is based at Casa de to the Canaries where it forms an tars similar to the timple from all los Volcanes, Volcanoes House on integral part of every traditional over the world, which are all from the upper level of Jameos del Agua folk group. In fact, the unique high the private collection of Benito Cabildo Island Council tourist at- pitch of the tone it emits is known Cabrera. Born on Lanzarote, he is traction. as the “sound of the Canary Is- considered the most accomplished Under the auspices of the Euro- lands.” There are two versions of timple musician and composer in pean Union, this installation forms the timple, one with four strings the Canary Islands who, besides part of the European volcanic zones which is used on Lanzarote but on playing with folklore groups in the early warning system, the Sanaris some other islands musicians use Canary Islands and abroad, has Network for Natural Risks Moni- five strings. The instrument is made been invited to perform as a soloist toring. Under this scheme, which from various kinds of wood, mulbe- with classical orchestras. links up with Mount Vesuvius and rry for the body, laurel for the base the Azores, Lanzarote transmits up and pine for the back. It normally Volcanic Surveillance to date volcanic activity in real time weighs less than three pounds. The Dear Sir, to the Higher Council for Volcanic origin of the word “timple” could We very much enjoyed our first Research in Madrid from where it be temple, maybe it was originally visit to Lanzarote, especially the is relayed to all other European ob- an instrument played during reli- tourist centres. Most fascinating servatories. gious rites. was the tour on camel back and in Apart from the in-house la- Teguise is the traditional home the excursion bus through the Fire boratory at Casa de los Volcanes of the instrument on this island, Mountains. Do the world’s chan- another one is located deep in the where the Morales family have been ging weather patterns with tsuna- Green Caves and a third in the Fire crafting the timple for over a cen- mis, devastating hurricanes and Mountains. Besides the abundance tury. One of the most famous was earthquakes affect volcanoes in any of measuring equipment in the in-

8 Lancelot LETTERS TO LANCELOT terior and exterior of the research tory has led several other countries Council for Volcanic Research in cabins, the temperature a few me- to model their own surveillance sys- Madrid and observatories throug- tres below ground is taken weekly. tems on it. Most notably in Wuham hout Europe. For the purpose of comparison, province, China, with the building thermometers are inserted manually of the Three Gorges hydroelectric La Graciosa one by one in a row of probes placed gravity dam which spans the Yang- Treasure Island a metre apart over several hundred tze river, upon opening in 2012 it Dear Sir, metres of ground. Temperature va- was claimed to be the world’s lar- During our first holiday on Lan- riations play an important role in the gest power station. Volcanologists zarote we took a cruise to La Gra- monitoring of unusual volcanic acti- from the Casa de los Volcanes acted ciosa on Romero Ferries and the vity. The island’s four seismographs as consultants for the installation of guide told us that the isle was linked operate on broadband with suffi- surveillance equipment to detect to the Treasure Island of Robinson cient power to reach Australia. volcanic activity and earth tremors Crusoe according to a story he read Slight changes in the slopes or in the region. in your magazine. Can you give us distances between survey points on It is important for everyone who the details. the summits and flanks of active volca- lives on or visits Lanzarote to bear noes provide another method of diag- in mind that every conceivable me- Heinz and Karen Drechsler nosing internal changes taking place. thod known to science are in use Kenyongasse 27, Several techniques are involved inclu- in the locations mentioned above. 1070 Wien ding conventional leveling and the All pre-eruption signs are moni- Austria determination of distances with reflec- tored 24 hours a day by seismo- ted light beams. Tiltmeters which can graphs, tiltmeters, thermometers, GUINEVERE Some historians be- detect changes in slope smaller than 1 barometers, water gauges which lieve that the book Treasure Island part per million are also used. check underground water levels at by Robert Louis Stevenson is based The reputation enjoyed by Casa Jameos del Agua. All information is on an incident which took place off de los Volcanes Research Labora- transmitted directly to the Higher

Lancelot 9 LETTERS TO LANCELOT the northwest coast of Lanzarote Robert Louis Stevenson origina- nish vessel lying at anchor at Naos on the Isle of La Graciosa. Many lly called his book The Sea Cook Port, they attacked Arrecife. Clavijo ships bound for the West Indies and but changed the title to Treasure Is- concludes, ‘Obviously the crew sai- South America would pass through land at the request of the publisher. ling under Hawke had acquired a El Rio Straights which run between The cook in question was one-legged first hand knowledge of these waters the two islands. On one occasion a Long John Silver, who, in the book, by then!’ British ship arrived at La Graciosa lost his leg whilst serving on board a As the map of Treasure Island laden with spoils from a battle at ship commanded by Admiral Hawke. in the book is dated 1754 it is not sea not realising that they had been He then applied for the job of cook on unreasonable to connect the Long trailed by a pirate galleon. board the Hispaniola, and the narrati- John Silver of fiction ‘who had ser- The sailors managed to reach land ve says that ‘Long John Silver was cer- ved under Hawke,’ with real life and bury their treasure before the tainly “no stranger to these waters.” sailors who by 1762 had acquired buccaneers stormed ashore. But as Whilst researching local history, this ‘a first-hand knowledge of these is- they were hopelessly outnumbered, writer came across a naval encounter lands’ sailing with the admiral. the British crew were captured and which took place on Lanzarote in the Incidentally, when the cannons tortured to force them to disclose 1760s and one of the major charac- of Hawke and Anson’s ships began the hiding place of their hoard. But ters involved was the Admiral Hawke firing at Arrecife town, they were they died to a man without revea- mentioned by Stevenson. met with a response from the guns ling their secret. Unbeknown to the According to Canarian historian of Fort Gabriel, the Castillo de San pirates a cabin boy managed to es- Clavijo, ‘in 1762, two galleons under Gabriel. This castle was designed by cape and made his way over to the the command of Admirals Hawke and Italian fortifications engineer Leo- Lanzarote mainland where he boar- Anson regularly patrolled the sea lanes nardo Torriani in 1590 as part of ded a ship bound for England. But between the Canaries and the Azores, a chain of defences throughout the for some reason did not reveal the which included the El Rio Straight Canary Islands ordered by Phillip II secret of the buried treasure until between Lanzarote and La Graciosa. of Spain which also included Gua- shortly before his death. Whilst attempting to capture a Spa- napay Castle overlooking Teguise.

10 Lancelot Lancelot 11 Final open letter from Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to UK nationals living in Spain dated 10 October

gov.uk/livinginspain disabled people, those living in re- In Government, we are doing mote areas, and those needing assis- our bit to get ready for Brexit, too. tance with language translation or We are making sure that on 1 Nov- interpretation.The Foreign Office ember, every British national living has allocated an extra £3 million for in Spain can go on living, working, charities and other voluntary orga- studying and accessing healthcare. nisations to help these people keep We are working with the Spanish their rights and access to services in authorities to make processes as the EU. smooth and straightforward as pos- This is an exciting time, but sible, whether you’re applying for also one of unprecedented change. residency or a new driving licence. We’re getting ready for Brexit on And we are working with the Spa- 31 January 2020, and I would urge nish National Health System, SNS, you to do the same. to ensure that tourists, students and Stay up to date, go to the Living in British Foreign Secretary European Health Insurance Card Spain Guide at gov.uk/livinginspain Dominic Raab (EHIC) holders will be able to access healthcare in the same way until G eneral Elections at least 31 December 2020. We are n less than two months, the will 12 December of the British people will be deli- working hard to reach a deal with I There are two ways to vote vered and the United Kingdom will the EU. But even if the UK leaves from Spain - by post or by proxy. leave the European Union. This, without a deal, the UK and Spain To vote by post you must apply of course, will be a time of transi- have each taken steps to ensure you for your voting pack by 5pm tion. But for those living in Spain, I will be able to continue accessing (GMT) on 26 November. To want to assure you that as Foreign healthcare in Spain, exactly as you vote by proxy the deadline is 5pm Secretary, I am working to ensure do now, until at least 31 December (GMT) on 4 December. It takes that the rights and access to services 2020 if you are an S1 form holder. time for a postal vote to be deli- for the 300,000 Britons have made Of course, every circumstance is vered, completed and returned, Spain their home remain as strong unique. And we know that some so you should consider voting by as ever and that no matter the terms British people might need some ex- proxy, if possible, to ensure your of our departure from the EU, you tra support during this transition. vote is counted. You can only re- will continue to be able to live and We want to support those who gister as an overseas voter for up work in Spain. To stay up to date, may find it harder to complete all to 15 years after leaving the UK. go to the Living in Spain Guide a the paperwork – like pensioners or

12 Lancelot The British Ambassador to Spain Hugh Elliott An open letter from HMA Hugh Elliott to British citizens living in Spain

British Ambassador Ambassador with the British Consul General Sue Wilson and Hugh Elliott representatives of British organizations in Spain ou will all have seen that the EU remain exactly as they are now. ber. If you are a UK National who Yhas agreed the UK’s request for However it is still important to has been here for less than 15 years a further extension. This means that be prepared for Brexit. The exten- you can register as an overseas voter the UK will not now be leaving the sion period is a good opportunity (further information can be found at EU on the 31st of October. The ex- to make sure you, your friends and gov.uk/voting-when-abroad). The tension sets a new deadline of the family are fully prepared. deadline to receive proxy vote appli- 31st of January 2020. So I would encourage you all cations will be the 4th of December. I met with some of the citizens’ to use this time to ensure you are The Embassy and our network of rights groups yesterday here in Madrid correctly registered as resident in Consulates will keep you updated on and we talked about recent develop- Spain and registered for health- further developments. We will conti- ments, about the continuing feeling of care. And to ensure that you have nue holding outreach events – mee- uncertainty and about the concerns of exchanged your driving licence and tings, pop-up events in your local British nationals living in Spain. checked your passport validity. supermarket and the like; details are The three month extension remo- Secondly, I’m sure you have seen on our Living in Guide and on Fa- ves the immediate threat of no deal in the media that a general election cebook. Please do make sure you are and provides an opportunity for the will be held on the 12th of Decem- signed up for the Living in Guide on deal - which protects citizens’ rights gov.uk and stay in touch through our - to be ratified. Brits in Spain Facebook page. For as long as we remain in the EU, UK nationals will retain their British Vice Consul Las Palmas full EU citizenship rights. So if you Jackie Stevenson during her first are a UK national living in Spain now, visit to Lanzarote with Hono- nothing will change on the 31st of rary Consul Sue Thain and October. The current rules on regis- tration, healthcare and travelling will Consular official Victoria Innes

Lancelot 13 “Brexit” Consular Activities in Tias, Yaiza and San Bartolomé

During her first official visit to the island newly appointed British Vice Consul Las Palmas Jackie Stevenson accompanied by Honorary British Consul Sue Thain and Brexit Consu- lar Official Victoria Innes, met with the mayors of the tourist resorts of Tias, Yaiza, and San Bartolomé. Jackie Ste- venson had worked for British tour operators in the Canary Islanders for many years, including Lanzarote before joining the consulate.

14 Lancelot Q&A Sessions for Local Brits Hosted by both Mayors The most frequent questions asked by local British citizens seeking clarification were healthcare cover, pensions, whether passport validity could be checked on line and the need to exchange a UK driving li- cences for a Spanish one, among other queries. Consular staff Ca- roline Sproule and Victoria Innes were able to calm the fears of several Brits who feared confusion. Tias Mayor José Juan Cruz, and his Councillors tourism official Do- mingo Lorenzo with information executives from the British Consu- late at a meeting with local British citizens at the Ayuntamiento during the final question and answer session before the onset of Brexit. Mayor of San Bartolomé Alexis Te- jera and British Consulate officials met concerned local citizens from San Bartolomé at the final “Pop In” information session at Guime Civic Centre before the final Brexit date.

Lancelot 15 Fiscal

Tax Increase proposals for 2020 by Canary Islands Government Karl Fuchs - Auditax NL International S.L.

he recently constituted gover- c) Electricity bills, except do- DONATION AND Tnment of the Canary Islands, mestic consumption, will suffer an INHERITANCE TAX which is formed through a political increase from 0% to 3%, which will In 2008 the approval of a 99.9% re- pact by the parties PSOE, Nueva affect most businesses. duction on tax due all but eliminated Canarias, Sí Podemos and Agru- d) Purchase of luxury goods will this tax for heirs of first line kinship pación Socialista Gomera, will in- be charged with a 15% tax instead with the deceased. In 2012 this reduc- crease taxes in various departments, of the current 13.5%. tion was suspended due to the econo- subject to approval of the Annual mic crises and then again reinstated in Budget by the regional parliament. INCOME TAX 2016. It was even extended to second The government deems this measu- a) The marginal tax rate applica- line kinship (brothers, sisters, uncles, re necessary in order to fund a 12% ble to an annual income between aunts, nieces and nephews) in 2018. increase in social spending included 90.000 and 120.000 € will increase The government’s actual proposals, sub- in the Budget. from 24% to 25% and above 120.000 ject to approval, contain the following According to information relea- € it’ll be 26% instead of 25%. Please changes to the reduction of 99.9%. sed by the government these mea- note, that these increases affect only a) A full reduction applies to the sures should increase tax revenue the 50% portion, which the Canary first 300.000 € of the value of the by approximately 75 million euros, Islands are receiving from the Cen- gift or estate. which are applied to improve current tral Government from the total In- b) A reduction of 90% applies bet- deficiencies in certain social areas. come Tax revenue generated from ween 300.000 € and 350.000 €. These proposed changes will affect its residents. c) From 350.000 € onwards, personal and consumer taxation and b) There will be limits to the de- each increase of 50.000 € diminis- we’d like to resume them as follows. duction of medical bills and apply only hes the reduction by 10%. to annual income inferior to 39.000 € d) It is completely elimina- IGIC (individually) or 52.000 € (jointly). ted for gifts or estates in excess of (VAT of the Canary Islands) 1.200.000 €. a) The general rate of IGIC will SPECIAL TAXES The parliament’s approval of afore- rise 0.5% to 7%, the same rate esta- a) Tax will increase on cigarettes mentioned measures for 2020 is most blished during the economic crisis with blond tobacco and tobacco likely. If you are carrying the thought back in 2012. cuttings for hand-rolling cigarettes. of donating any assets in the Canary b) Telecommunications (phone, b) Revenue generated from re- Islands to your children or relatives, we internet, etc.) will see their reduced creational gaming machines (slot recommend visiting your tax adviser or rate of 3% changed to the general machines without money prizes, bi- lawyer before the end of 2019, in order rate of 7%, which will see consu- lliards, etc.) will experience higher to still take full advantage of the current mers bill rise. tax rates. legislation.

16 Lancelot A Brief Guide to Property Purchase

LANCELOT has prepared the following for the benefit of holidaymakers unfamiliar with the language and laws of Spain. It is not, and is not intended as, a substitute to advice from a solicitor and/or an estate agent.

Only buy from the office of an Estate Agent and If, by purchasing, you will become a member of an seek the services of an independent solicitor. Association of Owners, make sure that the Vendor has paid all his community bills. Also check on the liquidi- It is not advisable to give anyone a GENERAL ty of the Association itself, and examine their statutes, POWER OF ATTORNEY. Where necessary, it estatutos. Their rules may not permit you to keep your is prudent to grant a limited power of attorney domestic pets. (only) to an independent solicitor. ****** ****** Before buying land present a written enquiry at the Do not believe that you are protected becau- local Town Hall (with a return address on the Island) as- se the conveyance will be notarised, as the Notary king if there is planning permission to build on the site of presumes that you are acting on the advice of your your choice and if any building restrictions apply there. Lawyer. ****** ****** Instruct your solicitor to conduct a search at the Pro- When buying property insist on the presence of an perty Registry, Registro de la Propiedad, immediately impartial sworn translator. By law a Notary can refuse before the conveyance and return there as soon as the to notarise a deed if the conveyance is not translated notarised document can be collected from the Notary. into the language of the party(ies) concerned. ****** ****** Make sure that your architect is one of the 24 mem- Before you purchase make sure the Vendor has bers of the Canarian College of Architects working on paid all back property taxes, Impuesto sobre bienes in- Lanzarote, otherwise you will have to pay a second fee. muebles, to the local Town Hall, by checking the re- If in doubt call the Colegio de Arquitectos in Arrecife ceipts. on 928 800799 or fax: 928 800798. Spanish-speaking.

Lancelot 17 GUIDE TO LANZAROTE BY CAR GUIDE TO LANZAROTE BY CAR Central Southern Route La Geria Puerto del Carmen, the island’s largest tourist resort, has almost 13 kilometres of beaches and a picturesque fishing harbour in the Old Town. On the main Island highway close to the Puerto del Carmen turn- off, a road opposite leads to ASO- MADA. Drive through and turn left at the first T junction until reaching a main road. This is LA GERIA, the wine-growing region of Lanzaro- Puerto del Carmen te where grapes are cultivated in a manner not used anywhere else in from the harsh rays of the sun. They gattas. The bustling commercial the world. The result is an unforget- are sheltered from the constant area is enhanced by an open air teable landscape dominated by the Trade Winds by the semi-circular Museum of Sculptures located sight of thousands of shallow pits walls of dry volcanic rock above. among the landscaped pathways stretching as far as the eye can see. comprising 12 impressive pieces The young vines planted inside Puerto Calero Marina by important artists. Watch out are covered with layers of porous One of Europe’s truly beauti- for the Puerto Calero signpost black volanic grains which feed ful marinas in a magnificent set- on the main island road between them moisture and protect them ting which hosts international re- Puerto del Carmen and Yaiza.

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Yaiza and El Golfo olivine semi-precious stone, found Playa Blanca Papagayo Turn left driving past UGA village in abundance on the Island. (The- Beaches until rejoining the Island highway re are several good fish restaurants Twenty years ago a tiny fishing where YAIZA is soon reached. The around the bay at EL GOLFO). village, PLAYA BLANCA on the town square contains several buil- Returning along the coast there is south coast, is now a flourishing dings typícal of Lanzarote’s tradi- a large parking area to the right. The but tranquil resort with a beautiful tional architecture with the Town seas below can frequently be seen beach bordered by a picturesque Hall at one end and the ancient battering away at the cliffs trying restaurant-lined promenade. The Los Remedios Church at the other. to force a way through. During the small harbour is used by ferries sai- To the right a few kilometres 18th century volcanic eruptions, ling to Fuerteventura, the Fred along after the town is a sign to lava thrown out by the volcanoes Olsen Express car ferry makes the CHARCO DE LOS CLICHOS, covered a large area of the ocean 20 minute crossing six times daily. the GREEN LAGOON,(and in this area which it has been at- Close by along the headland to neighbouring EL GOLFO vi- tempting to reclaim back ever since. the east several paths lead to the llage), which is reached after a Yet another pretty scene just magnificenti PAPAGAYO BEA- short ride along a winding pic- a few hundred metres along is CHES. Composed of several small turesque coastal road. A brief presented by the JANUBIO salt bays and coves, many consider these stroll round the corner brings ponds. Employing over one hun- golden sands to be the most beauti- us to the GREEN LAGOON. dred workers at the turn of the cen- ful in Spain. Scientists are not absolutely cer- tury to provide sailing ships with tain as to the source of its colo- salt for keeping food fresh, the salt Marina Rubicón ur, some believe it is caused by al- works gradually fell into decline This habour at Playa Blanca com- gae, others attribute it to the green with the advent of refrigeration. bines the most modern and well-

Lancelot 19 GUIDE TO LANZAROTE BY CAR GUIDE TO LANZAROTE BY CAR equipped docks for sea-going yachts sed in the souvenir shop. Open daily with the olde-world charm of tradi- 10.00 - 18.00, restaurant 12.00 - tional island architecture housing 16 .30, bar 10.00 - 17.45. amenities and facilities on the shoreline including an art gallery. Two San Bartolomé new deluxe hotels overlook the ma- A short distance along take the rina and the coastal promenade. right fork towards San Bartolomé. This is the geographical centre of the island and an important agricul- The Fire Mountains tural region where vegetables grow Returning north on the main in the sandy ‘jable’ soil, unique on road turn left in YAIZA to MON- Lanzarote. Sweet potatoes, water TAÑAS DEL FUEGO, the FIRE melons and squash are the main MOUNTAINS, part of TIMAN- crops grown in this region. Buil- FAYA NATIONAL PARK. This re- dings of interest in the town itself gion was devastated by intermittent include the Casa Mayor Guerra, the volcanic eruptions over a six year Monumento al Campesino 18th century home of the former period, 1730 - 1736. The scenery military governor of the island. is both breathtaking and vividly on the left before Mancha Blanca. awesome, a few hundred metres to Tanit Ethnic Museum the left a string of camels await pas- This is an excellent source of multi- Close to the Town Hall is the Ta- sengers for a scenic ride round the lingual information about the Park nit Ethnic Museum which contains rim of a volcano. and its volcanoes. Admission is free, a display of the working and cultural The red and white barrier at a open 7 days a week 09.00 - 16.45. life of the island over the past cen- toll booth signals arrival at the road turies.Open Mon to Sat 10 - 14, which leads to the parking area at El Monumento closed Sunday. Hilario’s Plateau. Continue past Mancha Blanca to Here the DIABLO RESTAURANT Tao, turn right until the next roun- serves meals from a grill fitted across a dabout. The MONUMENTO AL Cesar Manrique natural volcanic chasm, with geother- CAMPESINO at the right of the Foundation mic heat rising from the bowels of the road was one of the first creations On the outskirts of town cross volcano cooking the food! of the late Cesar Manrique who- straight over the main Monument- A coach fitted with multi-lingual se intention was to commemorate Arrecife road until passing some ruins commentary leaves to tour the near- past generations of Lanzaroteans on a plateau to the left. Continuing by region of volcanic destruction ta- who stuck to their toil in the fields downhill round a sweeping curve for a king a route offering the clearest indi- even after volcanic eruptions had de- few hundred metres the imposing whi- cation of what took place here some vastated their most fertile land. The- te gateway of the FUNDACION CE- two and a half centuries ago. There se hardy early 18th century pioneers SAR MANRIQUE appears on your are stops for photographs and the 45 invented the irrigation method still in left with its adjoining spacious parking minute trip is included in the price use throughout Lanzarote today. They area. The Foundation is housed in of the admission fee to the Park. had noticed that wherever an amount what was originally one of the world’s Open daily 09.00 - 17.00 hrs. of black volcanic grains known as pi- most uniquely beautiful homes built by For the best times and condi- con thrown out by the volcano had Cesar Manrique for himself and where tions to visit the Cabildo Tourist settled on fertile soil, some type of he lived for over twenty years. Set in a Centres download the CACT plant-life eventually emerged from the sea of petrified lava and constructed on Lanzarote App at Apple Play or ground. Soon realising that the grains two levels by interlinking five volcanic Google Store. were porous, farmers began covering bubbles, this residence has attracted jo- their fields with picon. The typical urnalists from the world’s leading ar- Timanfaya Information farm house contains a restaurant ser- chitectural magazines and as a work On exiting via the barrier turn left ving local cuisine. Nearby, the public of art in its own right is certainly and after two kilometres watch out can watch artisans create traditional worth visiting. for the Timanfaya Visitors Centre arts and crafts which can be purcha- In September 1992 only six mon-

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ths after the Foun-dation opened Northern Route Teguise five beaches the largest of which is its doors Cesar Manrique was killed The main road north from Arre- Playa de las Cucharas. a few yards away in a car accident. cife leads to TEGUISE, the capi- Without his intuitive genius for en- tal of Lanzarote for over 500 years Piracy Museum hancing without spoiling nature, until ceding the title to Arrecife in Santa Bárbara Castle Lanzarote would today look just the middle of the last century. Mo- Standing on Mount Guanapay like many other holiday resorts with orish corsairs attacked this old town overlooking Teguise is strategically sunshine and nice beaches. Open many times murdering, pillaging placed to overlook the coastline on Monday to Saturday 10.00 - 18.00 and carrying its inhabitants off into both sides of the Island and was ori- hrs and Sunday 10.00 - 15.00 hrs. slavery. A small alley at the side of ginally built to warn the Island capi- the church in the main square is ca- tal below if pirates were sighted. Museo Agricola lled Sangre - Blood - on account of A Piracy Museum is located in the El Patio Christian blood flowing through the medieval fortress with a wonderful The buildings and grounds of nearby streets on many occasions. array of interactive screens, panels and El Patio Farm Museum represent Opposite, the SPINOLA PALACE information boards with the names an authentic and comprehensi- fronted by two stone lions was the and histories of some of the most fa- ve reconstruction of traditional home of a wealthy 19th century mous names of pirates and privateers Lanzarote folklore and culture merchant family which has been in maritime history. British and North including its unique agricultural restored and is open to the public. African buccaneers prowled the waters history. Take the Arrecife-Tahiche Every Sunday and Public Holiday of the Canaries in search of booty as main road, turn right at Tiagua a market is held in and around the well as attacking individual islands and follow the signs. Mon - Fri square. such as Lanzarote which suffered a se- 10 - 5.30, Sat 10 - 2.30. The resort of Costa Teguise has

Lancelot 21 GUIDE TO LANZAROTE BY CAR GUIDE TO LANZAROTE BY CAR ries of devastating raids from the 16th until the 18th centuries. Piracy Museum, Santa The Pirates Museum open Mon- Bárbara Castle, Teguise day to Friday 9.00 - 16.00 Sunday and Public Holidays 10.00 - 16.00. Closed Saturday.

Timple Music Museum Palacio Spinola, Teguise This museum in the beautiful interior of the 19th century Spinola Palace is dedicated to the “timple” tion at Tahiche which bears his the nearby Atlantic Ocean. An ame- miniature guitar whose strident to- name. Everything has been left in nity not to be missed in this won- nes are known as the “The Sound of the original state it was in when he der of nature embellished by Ce- the Canary Islands.” A timple is an died. Open 7 days a week, but ad- sar Manrique, is the underground integral part of every folklore group vance purchase of tickets is recom- concert hall located in a massive and the museum traces its evolve- mended due to limited capacity. volcanic cavern. Open daily 10.00 - ment on the island since the start 19.00 hrs. and Tuesday, Friday and of the last century. Fifty-five instru- Mirador del Rio Saturday nights, 19.00 - 03.00 hrs. ments from all over world are on Continuing northward past display, all of which create a similar Maguez village a road towards The Cactus Garden sound to the “timple”, the most well the clifftop leads to Guinate Tro- The route south passes through known of these is the Hawaiian uke- pical Park. A short drive on the several villages until reaching an lele. Open Monday to Friday 9.00 main road and you arrive at MI- area where the fields are all planted - 16.00 . Sunday and Public Holi- RADOR DEL RIO, a belvede- with cacti. Known as the ‘tunera’ days 9.00 - 15.00. Closed Saturday. re with breathtaking views of the cactus it attracts the female cochi- straights below and islands out to neal beetle from which carmine Haria sea. Open daily 10.00 - 18.00 hrs. dye is extracted. Dusty white pat- ches on the leaf indicate a colony The road north passes Los Va- of this parasite and if crushed turn lles an important agricultural villa- The Green Caves to bright crimson. Guatiza village is ge continuing past several laybys The route continues down- the centre of this cactus crop and offering commanding views across hill towards the GREEN CAVES, is the home of JARDIN DE CAC- to the opposite coast. Rounding (open daily 10.00 - 18.00 hrs.), TUS - the CACTUS GARDEN - some sharp curves cut through the on the opposite coast over a region the seventh and last of the Tourist cliffs the road descends to HARIA, known as Malpais de la Corona, Centres, which opened in March nestling peacefully in the Valley of ‘badlands’ caused by the eruption 1990. Open daily 10.00 - 18.00 hrs. 10,000 Palms. Reminiscient of a of nearby Monte Corona. During North African oasis the town was an eruption whilst debris is shot out skywards, volcanoes also often Arrecife a spa for wealthy Canarians in the Continuing south the road leads break out below ground, a molten past. The Artesanal Market every past a white stone gateway leading lava stream forging a tunnel. One Saturday 10.00 – 14.30 is rated 5 to Costa Teguise, one of the three such volcanic tunnel, the Atlan- Stars by Trip Advisor; Arts & Crafts major tourist resorts on Lanzarote. tida, is below the earth’s surface Workshop Mon-Sat 10-14.00. Arriving at the capital ARRECIFE, at this point which at 7 1/2 kilo- home to half of the 70,000 inha- metres is the longest in the world. Manrique House Museum bitants of Lanzarote, whose tree- Follow the signs to the House Jameos del Agua lined promenades and SAN GINES Museum of César Marique in Ha- This large grotto harbouring an Lagoon are beautifully landscaped. ria. It was the artist’s second home underground lake forms the last A colourful street market takes pla- where he spent the last few years section of the Atlantida Tunnel and ce on the promenade every Wed- of his life having converted his ori- came into being when the molten nesday selling traditional island ginal residence into the Founda- lava stream met the cooler waters of arts and crafts among other items.

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The main shopping area is in and of shops and boutiques overlooking and Costa Teguise as well as Rancho around Calle Leon y Castillo which the colourful tableau of transatlan- Texas animal theme park at Puerto has a drawbridge at one end lea- tic yachts bobbing at their moorings del Carmen. await the visitors as well as dining ding to SAN GABRIEL Castle, the La Graciosa & Fuerteventura Arrecife History Museum. A drive facilities to suit every taste and around the NAOS fishing harbour every pocket, offering everything Car Ferry Service past some abandoned windmills from local and international cuisine Lineas Maritimas Romero leads to another medieval fort, CAS- to smart snack bars and cafeterias. operate frequent sailings from Or- TILLO SAN JOSE, whose 18th cen- zola Harbour to La Graciosa as tury interior was converted by Cesar Rancho Texas well as excursions from Puerto del Manrique in 1974 to house the In- Rancho Texas is an animal and Carmen. Other services include: ternational Museum of Contempo- water park close to Puerto del Car- Water-taxi Puerto del Carmen- rary Art. Open daily 11.00 - 21.00 men and just off the main island Puerto Calero and Water-bus Pla- hrs. On the lower floor an excellent road. Among multiple attractions: a ya-Blanca- Marina Rubicón-Papa- restaurant with panoramic views out live sea lion show, dolphin interac- gayo. Departure and arrival times to sea. Open daily 10.00 - 01.00 hrs tion, a huge pool with water slides, are convenient for tourists wishing a splash park and a country and wes- to spend a whole or half day on Marina Lanzarote tern show. Among services is a free Lanzarote’s sister isle. Just a short walk from the town bus pick up. Open 265 days a year. The neighbouring island of Fuer- centre along the seafront leads to the teventura is only 12 minutes away shops and restaurants of the luxury Golf - Theme Park by Fred Olsen and Naviera Armas Marina Lanzarote, newly-opened in The island has two 18 hole par car ferry with frequent crossings October 2014. A first class selection 72 golf clubs at Puerto del Carmen from Playa Blanca to Corralejo.

Lancelot 23 Arrecife-Born Physicist Blas Cabrera Felipe Among the Founders of Physical Sciences in Spain In 1928, Albert Einstein and Marie Curie recommended Blas Cabrera Felipe be named as a member of the 6th Scientific Committee of the Solvay Conference

Francisco González de Posada

Blas Cabrera Felipe who was born Arrecife in 1878 and died in Mexico City in 1945 was a Spanish physicist who worked in the domain of experimental physics with focus in the magnetic properties of matter. He is considered as one of the greatest scientists of Spain and as one of the founders of the study of physical sciences in the country.

las Cabrera Felipe 1878 - 1945 BUpon graduating from La La- guna University, Cabrera moved to Madrid to study law, but was convinced to switch to science and graduated from Madrid Central Uni- versity in Physics and Mathematics Felipe Blas Cabrera with Albert Einstein in Madrid in 1923, where he earned a doctorate in phy- they remained close friends throughout their lives sics in 1901. Blas Cabrera was an experimental physicist mostly in the field of physics in Spain. With a grant from Modified Madame Curie magnetic properties of matter, and the Junta de Ampliación de Estu- Weiss’s Law in 1905, obtained the chair of Elec- dios (1912), Cabrera visited seve- On returning to Spain, Cabrera used tricity and Magnetism at the uni- ral European research centers at the techniques he had learned during his versity. In 1910 he was appointed prestigious university laboratories European tour to continue his research Director of Research in Physics in in Zurich, Geneva and Heidelberg on magnetism. His output was prolific, the fields of magneto-chemistry, where he carried out experiments in between 1910 and 1934 he published physical chemistry, electrochemis- magneto-chemistry. In addition he about 110 works, Pierre Weiss, director try, electro-analysis and spectros- was welcomed as a member by the of Strasbourg University’s Physics Ins- copy which contributed greatly International Bureau of Weights titute, commented in 1932 that among to the study and development of and Measures in Paris. the 180 articles about magnetism pre-

24 Lancelot Spain’s most celebrated scientist in history, Blas Cabrera Felipe was born in Arrecife

Lancelot 25 British scientists at the conference included Ernest Rutherford, a pioneer of sub atomic physics and Charles Galton Darwin a grandson of Charles Darwin sent in the institute’s library, 24 came from Cabrera’s Physics Laboratory. He interpreted magnetization curves in terms of the Weiss Magneton and modified Madame Marie Curie-Weiss’s law deducing an equation to describe an atom’s magnetic moment taking into account the effect of temperature. At the same time, he improved many experimental devices and was the first scientist in Spain to use the methods of the theory of errors and of the “least squares” for the determination of physical constants. Some of his measures of magnetic susceptibility continue to be the most precise in existence. However, his work was not so- lely investigation. Cabrera was also a great publisher and disseminator of modern theories of physics that were defined in the first thirty years of the 20th century. Cabrera’s works introduced the “special theory of His works introduced the “spe- relativity” to Spain and in 1923 Cabrera hosted cial theory of relativity” to Spain and in 1923 Cabrera hosted Albert Albert Einstein’s visit to the country

King Alfonso XIII of Spain receives Albert Einstein and Felipe Blas Cabrera among other scientific dignitaries in 1923

26 Lancelot Einstein’s visit to the country and five years later, Arrecife-born Blas Ca- Statue of the scientist on the brera Felipe received the greatest re- Arrecife seafront. cognition of his whole career. Albert Photo Ramón Pérez Niz Einstein and Marie Curie recommended he be named as a member of the 6th Scientific Committee of the Solvay Conference. This tri-annual event brought together the world’s finest physicists and in 1930, Cabrera participated with a paper titled “The magnetic properties of matter.” That same year Cabrera had been appointed a member of the French Academy of Sciences at the Internatio- nal Bureau of Weights and Measures. In 1931, Cabrera replaced Leo- nardo Torres Quevedo, who had Former Cabildo abandoned his post due to health President and Physicist problems. In 1933 he participated in Enrique Pérez Parrilla the creation of the Summer Interna- at the library of the tional University of Santander (now Arrecife-born scientist known as Menendez Pelayo Interna- tional University and was appointed located at the Casa de director the following year. los Arroyo which has one of the oldest traditional Self-Exile to Mexico balconies and staircases In 1936, he was in Santander at in the Canary Islands the outbreak of the Spanish Civil War. He went to France, and from Physicist Don Francisco there returned to Madrid. In 1937, González de Posada, the president of the International Bureau of Weights and Measures, President of the Pieter Zeeman, named him se- Lanzarote Academy cretary of that bureau, a post that for Sciences and would occupy him between 1937 Engineering, is the and 1941, and he went to live to foremost author on the Paris. Nevertheless, after the end life and works of Blas of the war, the Franco government demanded that he leave the post, Cabrera Felipe even though the position had no representative value with respect to Spain. He resigned and went into self-exile in Mexico, where he was appointed Professor of Atomic Phy- sics. Arrecife-born Blas Cabrera Fe- lipe died in Mexico in 1945.

Francisco González de Posada (c) installed historian Alfonso Licata, as a member of the Lanzarote Academy of Sciences in the presence of (former) Ca- bildo Culture Councillor Oscar Pérez and Lancelot Honorary President Antonio Coll. Alfonso Licata, the biographer of Lanzarotto Malocello Volumes 1 and II spoke on the subject of the 500th anniversary of Leonardo de Vinci, 1519 - 2019.

Lancelot 27 The XVI Lanzarote Visual Music Festival 12 - 19 October

Photography Joaquin Vera

he XVI Lanzarote Music Visual Over the years, the LFVM has at- as Cabildo Culture Councillor and TFestival (LMVF) in October tracted musicians of the caliber of organized a Brian Eno installation conceived and produced by Ildefon- Brian Eno and Jan Garbarek. at the Cueva de los Verde in 1987, so Aguilar, opened with Norwegian his first in Europe outside the UK, pianist Jon Balke performing his “Everything work of art I Awarded the title, Adopted Son of solo project,“Warp. The piano was have created throughout Lanzarote, Ildefonso has also exhi- complemented by a visual universe bited his paintings and video works created by Tone Myske with subtle my life is about Lanzarote.” on the other Canary Islands inclu- electronic soundscapes. Venue, Ja- Ildefonso Aguilar ding the TEA Centre of Arts in Te- meos del Agua. Ildefonso is a multi-talented artist nerife as well as in Europe. The Lanzarote Festival of Visual who has devoted his artistic talents Music was created in 1989 by artist Il- to Lanzarote throughout his pro- defonso Aguilar and sponsored by the fessional career. He was among the Brian Eno on Lanzarote Cabildo of Lanzarote. This outstan- small team of collaborators invol- In answer to a question at a press ding artistic event based on the com- ved with César Manrique and Jesús conference as to why his own am- bination of avant-garde music with Soto when they were creating the bient music was so different to the different artistic forms of expression, Tourist Centres, and several years mainstream pop he produced with is in perfect harmony with the unique later he designed the extension to David Bowie or Talking Heads (and features of the natural stage landsca- El Monumento. Known as a painter, later U2). He replied, ‘It is not a pes offered by the theatres at Jameos sculptor, photographer, composer case of ambient music being a di- del Agua and Cueva de los Verdes. and musician, Ildefonso also served fferent sound. It’s more a change of

28 Lancelot Julián Elvira, who is the crea- tor of the “Flauta Prónomo,” has become a renowned musician in the cutting-edge experimenting scene of the side flute. Venue, Cueva de los Verdes.

Falla Ensemble specialise in performing 20th and 21st century music based on instruments used in Manuel de Falla’s Concerto for Harpsichord and Five Instru- ments. Venue, Jameos del Agua.

Trondheim Voices & Asle Karstad is an innovative Norwegian improvisation group who make use of their exclusive sound-effect devices where both the singers and the audience are on an ongoing discovery journey. Venue, Convento de Santo Domingo.

Riuchi Sakamoto: Coda by Stephen Nomura Schible. Life story of one of the most signifi- cant artists of our time with a 40 year prolific career from techno- pop hits to Oscar winning composer. the evolution of his music has gone hand in hand with the different paths he has taken in Julián Elvira at Cueva de los Verdes life. Venue, CIC El Almacen.

Lancelot 29 Falla Ensemble at Jameos del Agua

one’s perception of how to use it. Music is solid like a painting and should form a part of the environment as does the atmosphere. You don’t look at a painting for a while, and take it down, you have it there and occasionally enter into it. Am- Brian Eno’s first visit to Lanzarote in 1987 with Cabildo Presi- bient music is purely a new dimen- dent Enrique Pérez Parrilla, Festival Founder Ildefonso Agui- sion of making music.’ lar and Larry Yaskiel, who arranged for the artist to visit Lan- During his first visit to Lanza- zarote. Photo Liz rote in the 1987, Brian Eno went on a four hour solitary walk through shades of grey. In the Fire Mountains eight or chorus with a hook line here the Fire Mountains. Upon returning all the volcanic rocks seemed to be or there. Classical music as such has through the red and white barrier at the same colour but after a while you a similar pattern moving through a the entrance he commented, “the- can distinguish the various hues. symphony or a concerto, and howe- se are the most vivid colours I have ‘Convention has it that there is ver varied the compositions, a certain ever seen in my life and went on to a certain pattern of synchronization pattern exists and is recognizable.’ say that they reminded him of the re- running through most music, and ‘Now, I believe that this is contra marks made by one of the first astro- composers think it is expected of them to what happens in real life. Take nauts to walk on the moon who said to write with a vertical cross-section meteorological cycles, for exam- that everything seemed grey to him going through the whole piece. Take ple, what creates a high zone, is all at first but after a while you can tell rock music for example. You know different circles moving at diffe- the difference between the various there is an intro a verse, a middle rent times, and at certain times, by

30 Lancelot Trondheim Voices & Asle Karstad at Convento Santo Domingo

chance they all peak together. This the same manner as the weather. If creates a certain weather pattern, I may say so, when it does all syn- but this is neither predictable, or a chronise, it is by chance, i.e. unsyn- process that regularly repeats itself. chronized cycles.’ 10 years after his A unique harvest for instance. But first visit Brian Eno said, “Nowhere the same thing never happens every else shall we see such a clear creati- year or every day at the same time.’ ve process like the one we can see ‘The same applies to music. I de- in Lanzarote. The island promotes liberately compose to not follow a artistic behaviour and a physical deliberate pattern, but to peak in approach to pure creation.”

Lancelot 31 Founding of the Lanzarote Tourism Federation of 300 Members Lanzarote Hotels Combine Eco-Friendly Accommodation with a Luxury Vacation for Conservation-Conscious Holidaymakers

The Lanzarote Tourism Fede- ration was officially founded The view of in the presence of the Tourism La Graciosa Councillor of the Canarian Go- from the vernment Yaiza Castilla and Mirador del the Tourism Councillor of the Rio Lanzarote Cabildo, Ángel Vaz- quez, at a reception in the Cas- tillo de San José. This umbrella organization now represents 300+ small and medium-sized entities which previously belonged to various sub-sectors.

Asolan and Aetur Forerunners of the Federation Founded in 1992, Asolan Asso- ciation Lanzarote hotels and Aetur Tourist Services, founded in 1979, were the forerunners of the Federa- tion of Tourism who worked hand in hand with Spel Overseas Lan- “Tourist travel accounts for almost one tenth of carbon emis- zarote Tourism Promotion. They for almost one tenth sions worldwide - a high percenta- sought to encourage the hotel-kee- ge - and an ever-increasing amount ping sector to adhere to the highest of carbon emissions of hotels and resorts on Lanzarote international industry standards on worldwide” World are improving their eco-friendly a commercial level, in tandem with Tourist Organisation practices to offer a service that has a policy for conservation of the en- a minimum impact on surrounding vironment and the fostering of the nature. island’s cultural heritage. more popular than ever as holidaymakers insist on preserving the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve Eco-friendly Accommodation beautiful world that they experience Of the most beautiful tourist ho- Eco-friendly travel is becoming on vacation. Tourist travel accounts tel destinations in the world only

32 Lancelot Lancelot 33 a select few have been designated Biosphere Reserves by Unesco and Lanzarote is one of only four island resorts among them. Each was selected as role models because their absolute priority is to achieve sustainable growth in tandem with practising eco-tourism. Small- scale carefully managed development of the natural environment ensures its preservation for future generations.

Lanzarote Cuisine: “Love at First Bite! The “Taste Lanzarote” slogan i.e. “Saborea Lanzarote,” promo- ting Food Cuisine, is extensively Enjoy Wines Praised by featured at all international and na- Shakespeare tional trade fairs and seminars. This At the top of the list is wine cul- is another of the island’s unique as- tivated in volcanic soil bearing the sets allowing visitors to enjoy a spe- Denomination of Origin seal. They cial culinary experience during their are extensively lauded by William holidays. The unique tasty selection Shakespeare as the product of the of Lanzarote and Canarian cuisine “malmsey” grape, which is called captivates visitors with exciting new “Malvasia,” on the label, its name flavours from the very first dish, in Spanish. The Bard mentions wi- “Love at First Bite!” nes eighty-six times throughout his

34 Lancelot Lancelot 35 works and the only place of origin he mentions is “Canary.”

Tastings at Bodegas Visitors are warmly welcome at regular tastings at bodegas accompanied by folklore music, just pop in to one of the superb wineries, especially in the La Geria wine cultiva- tion region. Local cheeses crafted by traditional methods have won many international awards and Lanzarote tapas snacks have likewise garnished a reputation as delicious. The simple matter of going out for a meal will be transformed into a dynamic, social cultural and exciting gastro- source of practical advice on the sub- Smart Hotels nomic experience every day with ject of technical advance with innova- They and the Cabildo CACT traditional and modern cuisine. tive ideas leading to concrete and tan- Tourist Centres have introduced gible advice. Their policy is to provide the Smart Hotels concept on Lan- Hotel Apprentices and New apprentices with a unique opportuni- zarote. One of the most impor- Technology ty to gather practical experience in tant technological trends within For many years Asolan has wor- the various departments of their ho- the hotel industry over the past few ked in tandem with Red Cide, a tels and apartment complexes, com- years is the rise of smart hotel te- network sponsored by the Canarian bining hospitality and management chnology which benefits hotels and Government which is an influential education under one roof. guests alike as well as greatly impro-

36 Lancelot Lancelot 37 ving the customer experience itself. users to control multiple devices tain important information from a Simply put, a smart hotel is an es- from a single control point, such multitude of sources. tablishment which has installed in- as a remote control, smart phone, ternet-connected devices capable of tablet or smart speaker. Moreover, Eco Hotels “Planet-friendly communicating or interacting with devices are often able to find and People-positive” one another. Known as the Internet use information from the internet It’s becoming increasingly impor- of Things (IoT), it means that even allowing them to respond intelli- tant and popular for holidaymakers ordinary devices or appliances can gently to user requests. In smart to keep themselves and Mother send or receive data, making them rooms, guests are able to get their Nature happy by staying at an eco- ‘smart’. The ability for these devices room exactly how they like it and friendly hotel which reduces the to connect with one another allows find it both faster and easier to ob- environmental impact and carbon

38 Lancelot footprint by recycling waste and working in a ‘green’ way. They are intent on preserving local culture and supporting the local economy with sustainable practices by using eco-friendly cleaning products, gels without packaging and recycling paper. Some have even introduced an education programme to teach younger guests about nature and its value, i.e. “planet-friendly people-positive.”

Lancelot 39 The Lanzarote Tourism Federation Inaugurated at a Gala Reception

Canarian Tourism Councilor Yaiza Castilla, Cabildo Tourism Councillor Ángel Vázquez and Federation President Susana Pérez with all former Tourism Promotion Executives

anarian Government Tourism Counci- Cllor Yaiza Castilla and Cabildo Tourism Councillor Ángel Vasquéz presided over the official inauguration of the Lanzarote Tourist Federation, the umbrella promotion entity for all branches of the sector. The ceremony was held at the Castillo de San José and attended by newly-elected Federation President Susana Pérez,Vice President Francisco Mar- tinéz and their board, as well as senior Town Hall Tourism Officials. The highpoint was the presentation of Honour Plaques to each of the former chief executives and presidents. The keynote speech by the Cabildo Tourism Councillor pointed to the importance of uni- Federation Senior Executive Francisco Martinez and fying all promotion sectors in the Federation to combat the serious blow to tourism caused President Susana Pérez and former President Victo- by the collapse of Thomas Cook. riano Elvira Guillen and Las Palmas Hotel Federa- tion Executive

Esther Hernández, Armando Santana Former Asolan President Francisco Armas, Ángel and María Méndez Vázquez and Camara President José Torres

40 Lancelot Lancelot 41 A Warm Welcome for the Festive Season and the Coming Year Lanzarote Hotels Practice Responsible Tourism on a Geopark Island

Hotel Lava Beach ***** Hotel Las Costas The first 5 star luxury hotel in the resort of Puerto del Carmen, **** located directly on the beach. Totally upgraded facilities in Offering all the latest amenities all four establishments offering for a tranquil holiday as well as ex- clientele relaxation as well as Nicole Winkler cellent facilities for active-minded facilities for active-mind holiday- Hotel Manager vacationers. Roberto Reyes makers. The other Hibiscus hotels on General Manager Lanzarote are: Hibiscus Hotels Hotel Lanzarote Village **** Group Hotel Floresta ***

Nazaret Hotels Mansion Nazaret*** Nazaret Apartamentos Fully-equipped apartments in the centre of Costa Teguise offering traditional Canarian architecture and three swimming pools. Trip Adviser Certificate of Excellence.

Siete Islas Hotel **** Madrid Hotel Lancelot Playa*** “Fashionable, fun and family-run with affordable rates Located overlooking Reduc- and cocktails so natural they are almost health drinks. to Beach close to the heart of The 7 Islas is the new in-the-know place to stay in Ma- downtown Arrecife shopping drid. With customised design and a location in hipster- J. Carlos Cruz district, tourist attractions and central Triball, it makes a refreshing change from chain Hotel Manager historic sites. hotels”. Review from the Daily Telegraph.

42 Lancelot Lanzarote – “Unesco Model for Sustainable Tourism” Prize-Winning Hotels Win Quality Awards for Customer Satisfaction According to the latest industry trends, tourist nowadays are highly knowledgeable about an appreciation of the environment and choose to holiday at a resort where the hotel industry and the local authorities respect the economic and social-cultural objectives of the local inhabitants.

Princesa Yaiza Suite Hotel Hotel Costa Calero ***** Luxury Thalasso & Spa **** The 5 Star Suite Hotel offers Set in a dream setting at Puer- the optimum in facilities, leisure to Calero Marina, four pools, and sports amenities, adult and Guillermo superb cuisine, Thalasso-Spa & children’s entertainment, quality Femenías Wellness Centre, exotic tropi- Javier Suarez and cuisine combined with a po- Hotel Manager cal gardens. Hotel Manager licy of sustainable management.

Arrecife Gran Hotel***** 160 spacious and comfortable rooms and suites exquisitely de- corated, offering super panoramic Luis Miguel views of Lanzarote and the Atlan- Hotel Fariones *****Luxury Morales tic providing the ideal atmosphere The reopening of the new iconic 5 Star Hotel Hotel Manager for a perfect stay. Fariones represents the history of tourism 1966-2020.

Lancelot 43 h e a l t h Hospiten Lanzarote incorporates a Pain Management Unit

According to the Spanish Society for Pain Management, almost 20% of the Spa- nish population suffers pain daily The healthcare group launches the service with a multidisciplinary approach to offer patients first-rate solutions

ospiten Lanzarote has inclu- Hded in its service portfolio a Pain Management Unit, which was created with the aim of improving the treatment of all types of painful conditions and to help patients who require special treatments. Dr. Adela Torbado, anesthesio- logist at the center, explains that, “Treating pain correctly, acute or chronic, in the 21st century is one of the biggest challenges for the health sector to take on. Dealing with the problem is the main aim of the unit”. According to the Spanish Society for Pain Management, almost 20% of the Spanish population lives with draws up a personalized treatment The new unit is part of Hospiten’s pain. Typically they are patients plan, giving the patient realistic drive to expand their portfolio of who have been referred from one goals regarding his/her prognosis specialties and quality standards in specialist to another, unsuccessfully and reasonable expectations of im- their services to improve the health trying to achieve a better quality of provement. of their patients. life and in many cases having run Throughout the process, the pa- With 50 years of experience, Hos- out of treatment options - pharma- tient is accompanied and advised piten has twenty private medical- ceutical, surgical and so on. throughout the process to develop hospital centers in Spain, the Do- “Since chronic pain is so com- an appropriate, effective solution minican Republic, Mexico, Jamaica mon in this modern society, we with the help of a team consisting and Panama, and more than one must find quality, specialized solu- of various professionals: an anesthe- hundred outpatient medical centers, tions”, insists the doctor. siologist specialized in pain mana- under the Clinic Assist brand, ser- At present, the new unit will gement, trauma specialists, rehabi- ving more than 1,700,000 patients deal with patients suffering from litation specialists, physiotherapists, annually from all over the world, degenerative neurological pain (fo- specialists in work medicine and and with a workforce of more than llowing a cerebral accident, neu- specialized nursing staff. 5,000 people. ralgia and radiculopathies due to nerve entrapment), traumatic pain (osteoarthritis, arthritis, advanced degeneration of the spine, lumbago or cervical pain), post-surgical pain (failed surgery or scar pain) and pain caused by other causes like di- gestive, gynecologic conditions or fibromyalgia. Multidisciplinary Treatment The Pain Management Unit at Hospiten Lanzarote evaluates patients at the initial consultation and For further information, 928 596 171

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zed activities programme in the hotel mic experience filled with aromas, Restaurante Aroma and at celebrations elsewhere on the textures, flavours and ingredients Lava Beach Hotel island. New Year’s Eve special menu for your enjoyment.” Puerto del Carmen with welcoming cocktail at 21.00 Local residents and holiday- A reasonably-priced menu for hrs. Our festive dinner commences makers staying elsewhere are welco- a five star luxury hotel with Small at 21.30 hrs accompanied by lots me at the Aroma. We serve dinner Plates and Bites to Share from of surprises and a fireworks display. Wednesday to Saturday from 19.00 €21.95: Iberian Ham 5 Jotas, Ca- Local residents are warmly welcome hrs, kitchen closes at 23:00 hrs. talonian glass bread, Janubio grey at the Aroma. We serve dinner, Wed- “Brunch at Aroma” on the second salt and aromatized Canarian toma- nesday to Saturday from 19.00 hrs, and fourth Sunday of every mon- toes. Among main dishes: Canarian kitchen closes at 23:00 hrs th is a delightful event for visiting squid cooked three different ways; On the second and fourth Sunday gourmets with an option to use the smoked octopus from local waters of the month, “Brunch at Aroma” is a spa and swimming pool all day. in its black broth with sweet po- delightful event for visiting gourmets tatoes, lime, ginger and flowers. with an option to use the hotel’s luxury Isla de Lobos Beef cheeks cooked at low tem- spa and swimming pool all day. Princesa Yaiza Suite Hotel perature, glaced with cherries, red Executive Chef Juanjo Suárez, a Resort 5*L wine sauce, mushrooms, apple and World Luxury Restaurants Award ‘Isla de Lobos’ Restaurant , known eucalyptus; lamb shoulder from Winner, states: “we constantly for its breath-taking views of the sea Ávila, Canarian potatoes with ro- search for the best products on the and Fuerteventura and Lobos islands, semary and truffled mayonnaise. market - including home-grown - is one of the most recommended on 25th December Gala Buffet with all and use our imagination to create a Lanzarote’s gastronomical map, repre- the trimmings including an organi- unique and unforgettable gastrono- senting the highest standards expected

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of a five star hotel through its service, the optimum texture and flavor. comprehensive variety of local and luxury and comfort. The menu is based Open Tuesday – Saturday 6.30 international dishes besides pizza on a flavorful cuisine that uses the best pm, last orders, 10.00 pm. choices which include vegan and ve- raw ingredients from local producers, getarian. Hamed points out that Pi- fishermen and the Finca de Uga farm, Pizzeria Capri. Pto. Carmen zzeria Capri cooks its pizzas slowly which results in rich creations and an in- Now under the management of using only fresh natural products. credible range of exclusive products of Hamed Madani and Maria Elena, Ingredients include wholemeal flo- exceptional quality. Traditional cuisine this is one of the truly pioneering ur, mineral water and extra virgin blended with new techniques achieves restaurants of Puerto del Carmen olive oil without the use of pork fat, diverse textures and experiences whilst which was opened by Toni Garcia which results in a lighter and more fully respecting the product and its in 1985 when tourism to the resort digestible meal. Among other spe- origins. was just beginning. Hamed Mada- cialities on the 99-dish menu are In the kitchen of Isla de Lobos, ni, who had been working as chef aubergine, almond croquettes made where the excellence of each dish do- de cuisine for 24 years, has retained with Canary palm honey. minates the innovative spirit, the true the same staff under the direction Half-size portions for kids and the professionalism of the team in seeking of Miguel (Larin) and is offering elderly. Also, shared portions of piz- to give joy to the palette in a different the identical menu and introducing za, lasagne and croquettes. The ta- way, contributes to the intensity of some new dishes. bles are laid out in the restaurant in a the flavor. The most advanced gas- The standards of excellence in certain manner to give clients an am- tronomical techniques in harmony food, professional and friendly ser- bience of comfort and privacy whe- with the excellent cuisine training of vice as well as good value for money rever you sit, and you feel as if you the staff results in the confirmation of have never changed suiting every were eating a home-cooked meal their claim to serve quality dishes of taste and every pocket. There is a in your own house. Highly popular

Lancelot 51 Eating out on Lanzarote Eating out on Lanzarote with both tourists and residents. Spanish mainland wines together fireworks, open bar and unlimited Open daily from 11.30 am to 1 with Canarian wines cultivated in drinks until 4 am in the spectacular am. Xmas dining, 24 and 31 De- the island’s unique wine-growing grounds of the hotel. The exclusi- cember 11am – 22.00 pm, 25th region of La Geria. The restaurant ve Gala buffet including drinks and normal hours. Special occasions: also caters for business luncheons, Spanish Cava is set up in the Res- office parties for Xmas and family anniversaries, birthdays etc. as well taurant La Magdalena. festivities throughout the year. as office parties during the Festive Relax all year round with our Season. Early dining on the 25th Special Spa Day Package, including Lancelot Hotel December to allow staff to spend access to the active pool, sauna, Ha- Arrecife Promenade the evening with their families. mman and Jacuzzi, and enjoy lunch Overlooking the golden sands New Year’s Eve Special Gala Dinner in the pool restaurant Oyambre, of Reducto beach the Lancelot with music and all the trimmings which includes drinks during lunch. Hotel - which holds a Certificate providing fun and entertainment Enjoy the rest of the day in the ho- of Excellence and is rated by for the whole family. Enjoy an tels pool and facilities that makes Trip Adviser as “incredible price- exotic cocktail at our newly open the ideal day with all your family quality ratio,” is centrally located roof-top swimming pool bar. Open and friends in Lanzarote! in downtown Arrecife. The daily from 10.00 - 22.00 hrs. Oyambre “al fresco” buffet res- restaurant offers a wide selection taurant opens daily from 12:30 – of dishes including specialities of SPA & Pools Hotel Costa 15:30 and serves the tastiest Spa- Lanzarote and Canarian cuisine as Calero Thalasso & SPA nish and international show cooking well as a delicious range of tapas Puerto Calero cuisine. Experience the magnificent and snacks. The wine list includes Welcome the New Year in with Lanzarote weather in comfort. the best of Rioja and other notable an excellent Gala Buffet, amazing Diners can also delight in the

52 Lancelot Eating out on Lanzarote Eating out on Lanzarote national and international cuisine, Bagatela Cocktail Bar grill peppers, Piquillo pepper with which is served exclusively in the La Puerto del Carmen Atlantic wreck-fish and Canarian- Magdalena buffet restaurant, which The historic Bagatela cocktail style potatoes, grilled octopus with is open daily from 18:30-21:30. bar, one of the first pubs to open on sweet potato purée and carameli- We offer different theme nights the beach avenue, is still among the zed red mojo, beef carpaccio, foie during the week. Male are kindly most popular. Items on the menu shavings, parmesan cheese and roc- requested to wear long trousers. include a choice of sandwiches: ket, seasoned with citrus fruits and Contact us for more information. ham and cheese, sausage and cold Charco salt, San Bartolomé chick- chicken. Main dishes: fried egg pea hummus with vegetable crudité. Altamar Restaurant Arrecife with bacon and chips, 2 sausages, Tuesday to Saturday; Kitchen: 12.00- Gran Hotel and Spa 2 eggs and chips, breaded fish with 16.00 and 19.00 – 23.00. Bar 11.00- Overlooking the city of Arrecife tomato salad and chips, chicken fi- 24.00, C/ José Betancort 3 minutes from Reducto Beach, Altamar Res- let, chicken Kiev, chicken Madras from Plazuela and Club Náutico. taurant offers the best Lanzarote with curry and chips, steak and kid- cuisine with high quality products ney pie. Sandwiches: chicken egg, Qué Muac in a modern style. In an environ- bacon lettuce tomato mayonnaise Castillo de San José ment where the decor, lighting, and chips. Vegetarian: Egg, lettuce, The menu at the restaurant at background music and top class tomato, cucumber, pepper, onion the 18th century Castillo de San professional services turn the res- and mayonnaise. Plus a choice of José has undergone an artistic fa- taurant into somewhere you really salads, omelettes Many Brits return celift which combines modern day want to be. Cosy, near the sky on each year to eat and enjoy one of and traditional dining. Besides the the top floor of the highest buil- their twenty-three exotic cocktails international, Spanish and Canarian ding in the island capital, the Arre- including Gin L with peach, kiwi main dishes, exotic desserts and a cife Gran Hotel with its panoramic and fresh orange juice. comprehensive wine menu, an en- view of the town and the beach Open daily from 8.30 tirely new concept is represented offers a gastronomic and sophis- to 24.00 hrs, seven days by a rich variety of 24 present-day ticated experience in every sense. a week. tapas served in avant garde style. Executive chef Francisco Galdón El Almacén Another innovation is musical eve- and his team use local products in Central Arrecife nings on Fridays and Saturdays combining traditional with more El Almacen Restau- from 9.30-1.00, accompanied by recent tastes which result in an rant and Bar offers gastronomic delights. all to be en- enjoyable culinary surprise to three dishes with a joyed in an 18th century castle with the highest standards comple- drink for 11€. On exciting views of the sea. Lunch is mented by a wide range of the menu, mini pork served daily 12.30 – 16.00, closed wines. Catering for events in hamburger with Sundays. the banqueting suite. Open daily 19.00 – 11.00 hrs. The Arrecife Gran Hotel & SPA has prepared a whole programme of events to celebrate the Holiday Season: a corporate dinner special package including a gourmet menu and a concert in the hotel Pool Bar, and, last but not least, the Gran Ho- tel Christmas and New Year’s Eve Great Galas. For more information and reservations, contact with the hotel event department at ventas@arreci- fehoteles.com.

Lancelot 53 King Felipe with a photograph of César Manrique in New York in 1964 when he met Andy Warhol

King Felipe VI Visits the César Manrique Foundation Exhibition Celebrating the Centenary Year of the Artist’s Birth “Wonderful – Highly Recommendable!” Royal comment

uring his first visit as King, Fe- Dlipe VI was accompanied by Foundation President José Juan Ra- mírez, the Spanish Minister of Edu- cation, the Canarian President, the President of the Lanzarote Cabildo and the seven mayors, among other officials. The King had special warm gree- tings for Carlos and Juana Manrique, the artist’s brother and sister, and nephew Fisco Matallana. He handed Cabildo President, Fernando Gómez Aguilero, the Minister of Edu- them personal mementos his mother, cation, the King, José Juan Ramírez and the Canarian President Queen Sofia, had received from Cé- sar, which left them full of emotion. The King then visited the exhibition entitled “Cesar Manrique. It’s a Affectiona- Pleasure,” starting with a mural the te greeting artist painted for the original airport for César building in 1953. He was told about Manrique’s the life and work of Manrique and brother and how he had built his first house on sister, Carlos this location, by the Curator, Fer- nando Gómez Aguilera. and Juana

54 Lancelot The officials later described the enthusiasm the King had shown through the questions he had asked and clearly displayed his affection for Lanza- rote which he had visited several times with his parents King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia who had maintained a holiday residence on the island for The King with the Presidency and Honour Committee of the Founda- several years. tion and Carlos and Juana Manrique among other dignitaries

The Cabildo President and the Mayor of Teguise Juana Manrique contemplates her late with the King brother’s collection of art

The César Manrique Exhibition remains open until 26 April.

Lancelot 55 At the Lanzarote stand during the WTM in London, Cabildo President Dolores Corujo and Tourism Councillor Ángel Vázquez greet the Canarian President Ángel Victor Torres, Canarian Tourism Councillor Yaiza Castilla together with the mayors and councillors of the tourist resorts and the Tourism Federation

Positive Results for Lanzarote at World Travel Market, London Recovering the Void Caused by the Collapse of Thomas Cook “New Agreement with Jet2 brings additional 56,000 British Tourists to Lanzarote this winter, 16,000 more than originally planned! TUI and easyJet also increase flight capacity. We are confident of recovering the UK market to the healthy state it enjoyed before the collapse of Thomas Cook.” Cabildo Tourism Councillor Ángel Vázquez

et2, one of the major British tour British Tour Operators over the two Joperators has increased its flight ca- day period, concentrating on recove- pacity to Lanzarote from 163,471 to ring the flight capacity lost through 219,407, marking a rise of 34.2% which the Thomas Cook collapse, to fulfill absorbs 50% of passenger seats lost the great demand still evident from through the collapse of Thomas Cook. the British public to holiday on Lan- In addition two other major operators, zarote. Statistics from September, the TUI UK and easyJet have announced first month without Thomas Cook, rises in capacity to the island. showed a rise of 2%. In fact, Lanzarote Councillor Ángel Vázquez summed was the only one of the seven Canary up the results of Lanzarote’s partici- Islands to register an increase in UK pation in the World Travel Market in holidaymakers. London, “Our team at Spel Overseas The first nine months of the year showed Promotion headed by Héctor Fer- an annual rise of 4.6 %. The love affair bet- nández, conducted intense negotia- ween the Brits and the Volcanic Isle is still tions with 9 of the 10 most important very much alive and flourishing!

56 Lancelot Upward Trends: Holland - France - Scotland - Ireland - Poland “It is very important to diversify tourist campaigns in order to compensate for any dis- turbances in the markets of traditional clientele, specifically Thomas Cook and Brexit.” Tourism Councillor Ángel Vázquez

British Airways are also increasing flight capacity to the island next summer and the Spel Overseas Promotion division is negotiating with their upmarket subsidiary Bri- tish Airways Holidays, which is now the 5th largest in the UK. They are also in talks with the major on-line British firm Travel Republic - with a clientele of two million - to include Lanzarote among their destinations. The Spanish Minister for Tourism with Canarian Government and Lanzarote politicians at the reception in the Spanish Em- Upward Trends bassy in London Besides increasing flight capacity to Lanzarote following the Thomas Cook collapse Tourism Lanzarote is making every effort to focus on solidifying further markets. HO- LLAND Among those showing an upward trend is Holland, Lanzarote’s fifth most important country of origin for overseas visitors. Tourism Lanzarote is making plans with TUI Netherlands to expand flights to the island. In addition, they are in discussions with Sanoma Media the largest and most versatile media company in the Netherlands who have recently opened a tourist division. FRANCE Thalasso No 1 Voyages, the leader by far in French tourists Lanzarote was the only Digitally-Operated stand at the to Lanzarote, announced a 5% World Travel Market rise in 2019 to be followed by a similar rise in 2020. SCOTLAND leading Scottish tour operator Barrhead Travel who work closely with Jet 2 and TUI also registered a rise in clientele to the Island. POLAND, leading tour operator Itaka announced an annual rise of 37%. IRELAND Principle Irish tour operator to Lanzarote Sunway, have resumed the weekly connection with Knock in addition to Cork, Shannon and Dublin.

Lancelot 57 easyJetAwarded Isla de Lanzarote Sculpture 2019 Photos Jesús Betancort

Cabildo President Dolores Corujo and Tourism Councillor Ángel Vázquez present the winners with their awards easyJet, were declared winners of completely fill the vacuum they left. the annual Isle of Lanzarote trophy However, the law of supply and de- designed by César Manrique becau- mand dictates that if an additional se of their loyalty to the Volcanic fifty thousand vacationers want to Isle as a top vacation resort. The book seats to Lanzarote and other directors of EasyJet for Spain and Canary Islands we would gladly ac- Portugal were asked by Lancelot if commodate them.” they would able to schedule addi- The future looks good for Lanza- tional flights to pick up the slack rote because ecological conscious- to fill the large amount of slots to ness is becoming more and more Lanzarote and the Canaries which ingrained and this island Lanzaro- had belonged to Thomas Cook and te enjoys a well-earned reputation explain, in general, what could be for conservation of the natural su- The Managing Director of done to redress the damage. rroundings as well as for its unique easyJet for Spain and Portu- Director of easyJet, Spain and tourist attractions. These qualities gal Javier Gándar at Jameos Portugal, Javier Gándar, replied that are permanent and will continue to the company had already marketed attract holidaymakers in search of de Agua with his Director of their full allocation of seats for sum- an eco-friendly holiday. Marketing Fabrizio Kali mer 2020 and winter 20/21 before Cabildo Tourism Councilor Án- the collapse of the British holiday gel Vázquez said that easyJet, this ring several months of the year. giant. They pointed out that fo- year’s prizewinners deserved the Managing Director of Spel Over- llowing the demise of Monarch and award for their total commitment to seas Promotion Héctor Fernández Air Berlin all airlines increased their Lanzarote as a major tourist destina- added, ‘easyJet is a highly important flights, but it took a long time for tion. Their connections were largely partner for Lanzarote Tourism. Their the market to completely recover. responsible for César Manrique- customer-friendly platform is mani- But the Thomas Cook situation Lanzarote Airport being the only fested by a vast following on social is much more serious and it may airport of the seven Canary Islands networks including 1 million plus on take a long time for the industry to to register an increase in tourism du- Facebook and 470,000 on Twitter.

Cabildo President Dolores Corujo and Cabildo Tourism Councillor Ángel Vázquez with all the prizewinners

58 Lancelot Victoriano Elvira Guillén Personality Award Winner 2019 President of Aetur Founded in 1979 Joining the tourist sector at a very young age, Victoriano Elvira commenced his career working in the emblematic Ho- tel Fariones, the island’s first tourist hotel in the mid 1960s. He then rose to direct and/or own other pioneer establishments in Puerto del Carmen such as the Barra- cuda, Las Vistas, Las Vegas and Cocktail Bar Bagatella. In 1979, Victoriano used his experience in providing amenities to holidaymakers in the early days to found a Federation of Tourist Businesses on Lan- zarote called Aetur (acronym of its name in Spanish) as an umbrella organization to represent service companies such as car hire, coach tours, dive stations, surf and kite-surf schools as well as establishments in the hospitality sector. In April of this year Aetur merged with Asolan Hotels to form the Tourism Fe- deration representing over 300 tourist entities.

Special Mention - El Volcán de Turismo by Juan Cruz Sepulveda

In 1964, the first water desalination plant opened and almost immediately work started on the Fariones Hotel on the beach at Puerto del Carmen the first hotel on Lanzarote purpo- The cocktail celebration in the beau- se-built for quality international tiful grounds of Jameos del Agua tourism. This was followed by the opening of the San Anto- nio Hotel by British and Com- monwealth a multi-national Las Playas and nearby streets shipping conglomerate. which the author has meticu- In tandem with the two lously researched and added major hotels, many local bu- some excellent photographs. sinessmen began building and Juan Cruz is a former head of investing in hotels, apartment the Canary Government tea- blocks, real estate agencies, ching board on Lanzarote and apartment blocks, restaurants, author of the Postigo de Tias, car hire and other ancillary a history of the local inhabi- firms many on the Avenida tants of the municipality.

Lancelot 59 César Manrique with friend Yeli Luengo, Pepin Ramirez and his wife and son, Concha Marrero Portugués and José Juan Ramirez Pepín Ramirez the Man who Converted Manrique into César by Saúl Garcia Published by the César Manrique Foundation

Pepín Ramirez and César Essential for the close partnership In the year 1919, José (Pepín) of the politician and the artist was Ramírez Cerdá and César Manri- the uncompromising principle they que were born in Arrecife within shared that Lanzarote should not be platform for the artist to be known five days of each other. They grew developed by copying other tourist simply as César, with no need for a up as close friends attending school destinations, but should evolve as a surname. together and were called up to the role model for others to copy. At the start of their adult life both army at the same time. What the However unthinkable it may men entered totally different sphe- book establishes beyond doubt was seem, the island could have been res. Ramirez graduated in law and the crucial role Pepín Ramirez pla- developed without César Manri- entered politics as mayor of Arrecife yed in developing Lanzarote into que, to its detriment, of course, but and Manrique studied art and esta- the unique tourist destination it not without Pepín Ramirez. Saul blished his unique credentials by co- became under the creative genius Garcia points out if the Lanzarote founding the country’s first abstract of César Manrique. However, wi- story would have been a movie, the art gallery, Fernando Fe, in Madrid. thout Pepín Ramírez providing the credits would have read: directed by He spent the next 21 years working canvas, there would have been no César Manrique, produced by Pepín as an artist and architectural desig- opportunity for Manrique to paint Ramírez. This explains the book’s ner in the Spanish capital, followed and embellish the subject. title, Pepín Ramirez provided the by a few years in New York. He had

60 Lancelot been invited to the big apple by Go- supply heavy machinery and even vernor Nelson Rockefeller, a noted persuaded several key ministers to art collector, who happened to pop visit the island to visualize his plans into the gallery one day and admi- in situ. In his private life Pepín Ra- red his works. Whilst away from the mirez was a devoted family man Lanzarote, Manrique frequently re- whose hobbies were fishing and turned on short visits. chess. As mayor of the island capital, Pe- In 1964, Pepín Ramírez received pin Ramirez doubled the amount of a postcard from America showing schools and then entered the Cabil- a landscape of volcanoes in New do where he held various portfolios Mexico called Volcano National before being appointed president. Monument and proposed that the Among his major qualities was the Spanish Government grant this ability to choose the most suitable status to the Fire Mountains. They person for each project and clearly agreed and the area was designa- explain what was needed. The most ted as Timanfaya National Park. crucial decision he made was to plan In the late 1960s Manrique sent the creation of tourist sites to attract Pepin Ramírez a message from visitors to the island. He increased New York written in huge letters the Cabildo workforce to a crew of Author Saul Garcia, a highly saying he had decided to return 300 who tarmacked the roads, built respected award-winning to live in his beloved Lanzarote the airport and a desalination plant author and journalist, and intended converting the Cas- and installed a utilities network. In must be congratulated for tillo de San José into a Modern Art tandem, they commenced building this excellently researched Museum. He added, “I feel strong the first tourist centres. biographical novel which runs enough to lift mountains with my Having set this in motion, Pepín to 235 pages and is published bare hands.” Ramirez was indefatigable in his by the César Manrique In 1992 César Manrique appoin- quest, knocking on doors at par- Foundation. Reviewed by ted José Juan Ramirez, son of Pepín liament in Madrid to persuade the Larry Yaskiel. Photo Adriel Ramirez, as President of the Foun- government to provide finance and Perdomo. dation and designated him his heir.

Lancelot 61 Los Dolores Fiesta at Mancha Blanca Arts and Crafts Exhibition and Folklore Music Festival Photos: Jesús Betancort On July 1st 1824, only some 90 years after the historic eruptions which created the National Park of Timanfaya in 1730-1736, a second period of explosions took place on the fringes of the Fire Mountains close to the villages of Tao and Mancha Blanca. Whilst they were underway, according to a local le- gend, a miraculous incident took place which is the basis for the annual Fiesta of the Virgin of Dolores, the Patron Saint of Lanzarote, held every year in September.

Haría Master Carpenter Manuel Perdomo with his wife, accepts the award Islanders undertake a pilgrimage on foot from all over the island Manuel Perdomo - 2019 Artisan of the Year Award A major highlight of the annual Los Dolores fiesta is the award for the artisan who has consistently applied traditional arts and skills to the products he creates. This year it was received by Haria carpenter Manuel Perdomo Cabrera for his woodwork, which the Cabildo Pre- The Cabildo President and Councillors for Culture and Educa- sident described as “totally compo- tion with Mayors and other authorities cut the ribbon to declare sed of Lanzarote traditions.” Over the past 190 years this ce- the fair open festivities open lebration has evolved into the most popular annual folklore gathering in the whole of the Canary Islands attracting up to 40,000 visitors over the four day event centred around the “Nano Diaz Cutillas” Folklo- re Festival and an Arts and Crafts Fair. Singers and dancers from all the islands perform every evening The award winner with and hundreds of booths contain the the Cabildo Culture products of local artisans. Councillor

62 Lancelot Master ceramicist Marcial de León with his handworked figures created without the use of the potter’s wheel

The Church where the miracle was celebrated in the early 19th century

Lancelot 63 Mararia Celebrates 25th Anniversary A Musical Tribute of Love in a Packed-Out Theatre

araria Women’s Rights As- Msociation headed by Nieves Rosa Hernández opened its doors 25 years ago to combat violence against women and promote Gender Equality. This signified economic justice, pay equity and full equality for women’s rights through education and the fight against social exclusion which permits everyone, whatever their gender, to live with dignity, freedom, equality, justice and peace. Over the years Mararia has been supported by some 760 collaborators. On Friday 25 October, the At- lantida Theatre in Arrecife was totally packed out with a public ma- nifesting their solid appreciation for founder Nieves Rosa Hernández and her team, who have dedicated their lives to achieve equality for disadvantaged women. A film about Mararia’s projector from its humble beginnings, its aims and achieve- ments as well as projections for the future, concluded with the signing of the Act of Constitution in 1994. Nieves Rosa Hernández expressed a heartfelt message of gratitude to the team of voluntary multi-lingual supporters upon whom Mara- ria has depended over the past 25 years.

64 Lancelot Birth of Mararia 1994 Nieves Rosa Hernández “You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one.” John Lennon

Mararia founder Nieves Rosa Hernán- dez, Cabildo President Dolores Corujo and Arrecife Mayoress Astrid Pérez

She was visibly overwhelmed by the participants in the gala whose performances demonstrated an outpouring of love for Nieves who had given so many thousands of disadvantaged women help and companion- ship as well as hope for a happier future. The beautiful voices of Coral San Ginés sang Mararia’s message with the words of Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah, “Your fai- th was strong but you needed proof” and John Lennon’s Imagine, “You may say I’m a dreamer but I’m not the only one,” among many other wonderful songs, all excellently arranged. Then came a recital by three generations of the Corujo family, commencing with an aria by operatic tenor Pancho, followed by a recital of his cousin Ciro and niece, 10 year old Merceditas as well as his uncle An- tonio all accompanied by maestro-timplist Domingo Rodriguez, El Colorao. Their solos and duets really brought the house down. Although we were listening to a concert in a sold out theatre, it felt as if you were enjoying an evening of music at home with your family.

Lancelot 65 Lanzarote News Roundup Reports from the Canarian Government Canarian Rhapsody “We Will Rock You” at Roque de los Muchachos *Canarian Government Approves the Construction of the TMT 30 Metre Telescope, Largest in the World, at La Palma Observatory Brian May, founding member of Queen is also a Doctor of Astrophysics By Larry Yaskiel

Canarian Government President, Ángel Victór Torres approved the 30m Telescope

A Musical Interruption movie Bohemian Rhapsody for which to conduct further research. Accomplished astronomy student Brian May was Executive Producer. Brian May presented his astro- Brian May’s PhD studies’ at Impe- nomy PhD thesis at Imperial Co- rial College, London, were stalled Back to School llege, London and successfully re- in 1971 when a musical career su- In 2007, Brian May resumed his ceived his doctorate in science. Dr perseded. The following four deca- scientific vocation after an interrup- Garik Israelian, astrophysicist at the des saw Queen amass a staggering tion of 36 years, using the Telesco- IAC commented, “I have no doubt list of sales and awards to become pio Nacional Galileo (TNG), loca- that Brian May would have had a the most successful albums act in ted in the Observatory of the Roque brilliant career in science had he UK chart history. Brian penned 22 de Los Muchachos on the island of completed his PhD in 1971. Ne- Queen top 20 hits, among them La Palma in the Canaries. As stated vertheless, as a fan of Queen, I am the powerful ballads ‘Who Wants to in his official biography, the famous glad that he left astronomy “tem- Live Forever’, ‘No-One But You’ musician carried out spectroscopic porarily” for a musical interlude.” and ‘Save Me’, along with anthems observations in order to study the *The TMT 30-metre diameter ‘The Show Must Go On’, ‘I Want formation of the “zodiacal dust clo- primary mirror allows scientists to It All’ and ‘We Will Rock You.’ ud”. The quality of the Canarian sky see deeper into space and observe Millions of fans all over the world of La Palma and the benefits of the cosmic objects with unprecedented too young to have ever seen a TNG 3.6m optical telescope, which sensitivity. It could take until 2025 live performance by Queen had allows astronomers to study extre- until construction is completed. a wonderful opportunity of enjo- mely faint objects, convinced the With thanks to Esther Martin of ying their pulsating music in the artist that this was the ideal location Las Palmas Rotary Club. The Canarian Parliament celebrated the start of its 10th legislative year on the Isle of La Graciosa to celebrate its new autonomous status. Parlia- mentarians were welcomed by the President and Vice Presidents of the Lanzarote Cabildo as well as by the Mayor of Teguise whose district is responsible for the isle’s administration.

66 Lancelot Lanzarote News Roundup La Gomera - The Key to the Discovery of America The above title was the opening statement by President of the Canary Islands Ángel Torres, at the 59th Canarian-American Columbian Seminary. He added, “Columbus calculated the Trade Winds and Gulf Stream combined with the ideal conditions offered by the port of San Sebastián.”

La Gomera in History Columbus spent several years in La Gomera ruled over by the legendary Beatrice of Bobadi- lla, with whom he was friendly. His three ships sailed forth on the voyage of discovery loaded with cattle and plants destined for the New World. Eventually, La Go- mera sugar cane transformed the entire economy of the West Indies. The harsh terrain and deep ravines of the island led the ancient Guanche inhabitants to develop an extraordinary form of whistle speech known as British Ambassador Hugh Elliot and Tourism Coun- the silbo Gomero enabling cillor Yaiza Castilla discuss the impact of Brexit and them to communicate over large areas. This Thomas Cook on British holidaymakers, 5 million of whistled language, a compulsory subject at local whom visited the Canary Islands this year. The mee- schools, was pronounced an “Intangible Cultu- ting took place at the British Embassy in Madrid. ral Heritage of Humanity” in 2009 by Unesco.

Pioneering Schooling Tourism Councillor Yai- za Castilla has introduced an innovative 3 year hotel-keeping course for 43 apprentices in Canarian hotels, including the Fariones on Lanzarote. Operated by Hecansa, the scheme is bac- ked by government subsi- Councillor Yaiza Castilla dies and generous training Requests No Kerosene Tax opportunities at the expen- Canarian Tourism Councillor Yaiza se of the hotel proprietors. Castilla has appealed to the German Government not to impose the proposed “Kerosene Tax” on flights to the Canary Islands which could add more Canarian Tourism Councillor Yaiza Castilla chaired a mee- than 7 euros to the price of a ticket. ting with the leading tourism associations in the Islands to explain the most important projects her department is planning over the next four years for all seven islands. They are led by long-term connectivity, domestic and international tourist promotion, products and infrastructure, but, the Councillor added, our overall policy is guided by eco- tourism. She was accompanied by Tourism Vice Counci- llor Sergio Moreno and Asolan President Susana Pérez.

Lancelot 67 Lanzarote News Roundup Reports from the Cabildo La Graciosa Saluted as the 8th Canary Island Photos Sergio Betancort, Jesús Betancort, Liz

Cabildo President Dolores Corujo The Canarian Government and the Lanzarote Cabildo led the official delegation on board the Juan Sebastián Elcano training ship on At 113 metres long, the Juan Sebastian Elcano is the third lar- its first visit to the Isle of La Gra- ciosa as a special tribute to its de- gest tall ship in the world and has covered more that 20 million signation as the 8th Canary Island. nautical miles during its 92 year history Some historians believe that this is the Treasure Island of Robert Louis Stephenson’s book.

The Cabildo President with the La Graciosa schoolchildren enjoy the visit of the training ship to ship’s officers their island

The Cabildo, San Bartolomé, the Fire Brigade and the wild animals sanctuary teamed up in efforts to rescue a tortoise they called “Tamadaba” who had been trapped in a net and nurse her back to health before releasing her in the sea off the coast of Playa Honda. 68 Lancelot Lanzarote News Roundup

The Cabildo President met with the The Cabildo President and Vice President announced that Spanish Minister for Tourism at a the regional health authority, Sanidad, has allocated just over meeting with the Cabildos of all seven two million euros to install a cancer radiotherapy bunker at Hospital Molina Orosa. islands who were discussing how best to combat the adverse effects of the bankruptcy of Thomas Cook

Speakers from the Canarian Government, the Cabildo and Arrecife Town Hall at the start of the new school year The Cabildo President and a regional reminded pupils that during the celebration of the 100th finance official discuss the possibili- year of the birth of César Manrique they should be inspired ty of extending the duty free area of by his creation of the unique tourist attractions and seek a Gran Canaria to include Lanzarote sustainable future for Lanzarote

Lanzarote youngsters protesting against Climate Change have formed “Fridays- forFuture.” The pupils marched from Las Bolas Bridge to the Cabildo where they expressed their concerns to Vice President Jacobo Medina and Energy Councillor Ariagona González.

Lancelot 69 Lanzarote News Roundup Reports from the Cabildo

Cabildo Education and Publica- tions Councillor Paula Corujo Cabildo Councillor for Educa- Leading Canarian and Insular authorities visit the Cicar Ca- tion and Publishing Paula Coru- brera Medina car hire group during the World Travel Market jo, released the 2018 list of sta- in London. The largest car rental firm in the Canaries is very tistics published by the Centro popular among tourists because their multi-lingual audio tour de Datos, described as containing guides cover every detail of the island. the most exhaustive and complete set of details ever contained in the annual report. The population numbers 149,183, of which 41% live in Arrecife. 22% of the island residents are foreign-born, countries of origin in descen- ding order are the UK, Morocco, Italy, Columbia and Germany. In addition the average amount of tourists present is 55,011 meaning that the total amount of persons living on the island is more over 204,000. Tourist accommodation: 71,852 bed nights with an average occu- pation of 82%, the visitor total for Visitors enjoyed denomi- 2018 was 3,063,316. The statis- nation oif origin vol- tics also report the average length canic wines and home- of stay and daily spending habits of grown products at the the tourists. Canarian stand Also included are: Air and Sea Transport, Education, Health, Unemployment, Social Security, Water, Energy and Residuals. The entire report is available on line at www.datosdelanzarote. Councillor Paula Corujo advises readers that a comprehensive collection of photographs of the history of tourism can be seen, and downloaded (with certain provi- sos), at memoriadelanzarote.com.

70 Lancelot Lanzarote News Roundup Tourist Centres Staff Remember César Manrique Local Schoolchildren Sung a Tribute for César Manrique

Managing Director of the Tourist Centres Juan Felix Eugenio

Cabildo Vice President Jacobo Medina and Ma- naging Director of the Tourist Centres Juan Félix Eugenio joined the staff of the Tourist Centres on their annual visit to pay tribute at the grave of César Manrique in Haria Cemetery on the anniversary of his death. They were joined by Mayor Alfredo Vi- llalba of Haria and his Council. Tourist Centres MD Juan Félix Eugenio is intent on adhering to the principles of the great artist in the preservation of his unbelievable Tourist Attractions on the island of Lanzarote. Any further works and alterations are carefully examined to ensure they conform to the Manrique environmental symbiosis between Man and Nature. One of the most important and major changes at the present time involves moving the main restaurant at Jameos del Agua to the upper level, the location where Manrique originally placed it.

During the centenary year of the birth of César Manrique the Cabildo and Haria Town Hall paid a floral tribute to the artist who lived in the town during the last years of his life

Lancelot 71 Lanzarote News Roundup Reports from the Cabildo FTI Group to Open New Air Routes from German Cities Saborea Lanzarote at Saborea España Gala in Madrid

Cabildo Tourism Councillor Ángel Vázquez

ourism Lanzarote and Spel sate for many the gaps left empty Héctor TOverseas Promotion presen- by the demise of Thomas Cook. ted a road show at the Castillo de FTI employs more than 12,000 Férnandez, San José for the Munich-based FTI people worldwide operating at Managing Group, Europe’s fourth largest more than 40 destinations in 20 Director Travel Agency who plan on intro- countries. Also present at the proof Spel, has ducing flight schedules between se- motion Héctor Fernández of Spel, many years veral German cities and Lanzarote Susana Pérez, President of the of experience next year. According to Cabildo Tourist Federation and José Torres Tourism Councillor Ángel Váz- President of the Cámara Chamber organizing Lanzarote tourist quez, this initiative could compen- of Commerce as several hoteliers. campaigns in every major European market

Saborea España, Taste Spain, the international promotion campaign for Gourmet Tourism celebrated its 10th anniversary in the Spanish ca- Ángel Vázquez points out that pital during October. Tourism Councillor Ángel during several months of the Vázquez headed the Lanzarote delegation which past year, Lanzarote registered a included chefs Luis León, Ernesto Palomar and larger annual increase in tourism Orlando Ortega of Lanzarote Cocina, who ela- than any of the other Canary borated some of the most popular dishes of Lan- Islanders. Despite the problems. zarote cuisine. The island’s wines and cheeses, Brits showed a 14.2% rise and among other local products, attracted a lot of Ireland 17.6%. Spanish main- attention among good food connoisseurs. land visitors were up by 10% and France, 9%. 72 Lancelot Lanzarote News Roundup

Chamber of Commerce technical assistants The Hotel Industry in the Canary Francisco Melián and Yanira Paz Islands Post Thomas Cook

At a meeting of major ho- One-Stop Programme for tels in Gran Canaria the major Lanzarote to “Go Green” subject on the agenda was the present and future of the ho- A Cabildo Initiative Administered tel industry in the wake of the by the Cámara Thomas Cook collapse. Repre- sentatives of the major hotels According to a study by the Cabildo Water participating included, Grupo Board Biosphere Reserve Committee, 75% Satocan, Gloria Thalasso and of the island’s electricity consumption could hotels: Meeting Point Hotels, come from renewable sources by 2038. An Barceló Hotels, ASOLAN Lan- agreement has been reached with the Cham- zarote Hotels Association, HIP ber of Commerce to establish a channel of Hotel Investment Partners and Asolan and Tourim communication to the public via a One-Stop Les Roches, Marbella. Federation President Shop providing advice and assistance on all Asolan and Tourism Federa- Susana Pérez formalities required, in both Spanish and En- tion President Susana Pérez re- glish, in order to minimise the consumption ported “that for the 1919-1920 of conventional and polluting energy sour- winter season, it was possible to recoup up to 50% of the lost ces. passenger seats, demand still exists but there is not sufficient Unique in Spain, the scheme will facili- seat capacity to satisfy it. Prospects for the year 2020 are posi- tate access to relevant information for each tive following meetings with tour operators and airline com- individual applicant and reduce the time it panies at the World Travel Market in London in November. takes to issue permits for renewable energy But there are other areas which can also cause problems to installations. The Lanzarote Cabildo, which airline connections, chief of which is the (German) Anti Cli- initiated this programme, has provided the mate Change Kerosene Tax being debated by the EU which Chamber of Commerce with a grant to ad- could add up to 8% to the price of a ticket. The Canarian minister the project which ensures that all Government and hotels associations such as Asolan have pre- information is provided free of charge to the sented a motion to the EU requesting that the flights to the inhabitants of Lanzarote. Call 928 824 161 Canary Islands and others in the exceptional Outermost Re- ext. 2800 or 3000. gions Category (RUP) should be exempt. Another major proposition was to market the Canary Is- lands brand as an umbrella organization working together to coordinate activities and pool resources for all the Islands.

Lancelot 73 Lanzarote News Roundup Reports from Tías Tourism Programme for Puerto del Carmen as a Sustainable and Accessible Destination with Gastronomy and Sports Presentation attended by CACT Councillor Juan Féliz Eugenio, SPEL Director Héctor Fernández and President of the Tourist Federation Susana Pérez Mayor of Tias José Juan Cruz and Tourism and Beaches Councillor Mame Fernández, “cooperation between the Town Hall and the business sector will result in reclaiming our position in the market” Photos Dory Hernández

Mayor of Tías José Juan Cruz

Besides providing details of the plan, the meeting was also shown the newly-designed Town Hall web The Mayor, Tourism Councillor and Federation President thank page. Gratitude was expressed for the hard work of the technical team Hibiscus Hotels for hosting the Tourism Programme at Lava (“the backroom boys”) composed Beach Hotel represented by General Director Roberto Reyes and of Ani Ruiz, Pedro Rodríguez and Manager Nicole Winkler Domingo Lorenzo. José Juan Cruz stressed that the Fondeadero Restaurant in meeting served as a declaration of the harbour as a Training our friendly and neighbourly in- School for the hospitality tention to work on improving the sector to introduce the tourist sector and raise the quality use of locally cultivated of life of the local community. It fruit and vegetables, pre- was also essential to ensure compa- ferably ecologically, as a tibility between development and major priority. protecting the environment. The local authority ex- Four major areas of the Strate- pressed their thanks to the gic Plan: Sustainability, Accessibili- The Third Phase of the moderni- management of Hibiscus Hotels for ty, Fine Food Cuisine and a strong zation of Puerto del Carmen under placing the exceptional new and programme of both Nautical and sustainable criteria of primary im- modern facilities of the Lava Beach Land Sports. Domingo Lorenzo portance is the removal of architec- Hotel at the disposal of the Town called on all sectors involved to tural barriers for the handicapped, Hall. Tourism Councillor Mame present their suggestions for impro- eliminating the use of single-use Fernández concluded by saying vement in their particular ambit to plastics. And fulfill the position of “this establishment, which opened the Town Hall It is of primary Tias as a Canarian Observatory for less than one year ago, is a clear importance to reduce the carbon the dangers of Climate Change. example of how to approach the fu- footprint to negligible levels. Another aim is the reopening of El ture with class and quality.”

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Mame Fernández praises his tourist promotion team: Pedro Rodriguez, Ani Ruiz and Tourism Councillor Mame Domingo Lorenzo for preparing the Tourism Fernández promoted Programme Puerto del Carmen as a sustainable tourist resort at the WTM Fair in Lon- don during activities with Promotur and Spel. He met with Spain’s Tourism Minister Reyes Maroto and Secretary for State Biel Oliver who together with the Canary Government and the Lanzarote Cabil- do expressed a strong note of optimism for next year’s tourism statistics in the wake of the Thomas Cook bankruptcy saying that reservations for next The Mayor and his Councillors at the Fiesta year’s summer season pointed to strong signs of recovery. de los Dolores

The Canarian Government is investing 250,000 Euros to establish a Restaurant School at El Fondeadero in Puerto del Carmen harbour to increase employment opportunities in the tourist centre for local youngs- The Plaza de Naciones Leisure of Puerto del Carmen progra- ters. A strong emphasis is placed Park on the beach avenue is being mme but unfortunately overran on the use of home-grown extended to add to the facilities the time limit stipulated, which products to support the local and amenities for holidaymakers would have led to the loss of market and attract sustainable and the local population. The the 500,000 euros allocated tourism. The facility is to open extension was originally planned by the Secretary of State of the by 31 December 2020. under the 2016 Modernisation Spanish Government.

Lancelot 75 Lanzarote News Roundup Reports from Yaiza Yaiza Pays Tribute to the Traditional Janubio Salt Pans Adoptive Son of Yaiza, Master potter Tino Alemán Photos Alex Salebe

Yaiza Mayor Óscar Noda

uring the annual Folklore Fiesta de Los DDolores,Yaiza Municipality payed tribute to the historical salt pans at Janubio which contribute greatly to the unique countryside along the coast. Now a major tourist attraction, these salt ponds gave employment to hundreds of people at the turn of last century which was historically recorded by the poetry of Victor Fernández Gopar (1844-1920). Known as El Salinero he started out as the manager of the salt works and later in life dedicated himself to writing lyrics about the difficult life of the workers and his works have remained highly popular with the inhabitants of Yaiza and throughout the island. In fact, The Mayor and his Councillors at the Fiesta de los Lanzarote’s Teatro Insular in central Arrecife was named “El Salinero” for him by popular demand. Dolores The unique scenery evoked by the saltpans on Lanzarote’s coastline prompted César Manrique to create wind mobiles at several major junctions on island roads as a reminder of the island’s historic connection to the traditional vista of windmills and salt ponds.

Adoptive Son of Yaiza, Master Potter Tino Alemán, has celebrated the traditional Los Dolores Folk Fair annually for 31 years. Named Artisan of the Year in 2012, Tino is seen at his stand with ceramics he crafted by hand without the use of the potter’s wheel at his Cérámica Yaiza studio in Uga.

76 Lancelot Lanzarote News Roundup Playa Blanca Sports Pavilion Well Underway Three Pools and Pitches for Football and Basketball

Mayor Noda announced that following bidding tenders, contracts were awarded building firms for the Atlantic Sports Complex at Playa Blanca and works are already well advanced located behind the bus station. The Town Hall is investing 5.2 million euros in the project which will cover an area of 58,000 m2 with terraces for 1,040 spectators Also pitches for football 8, basketball, volleyball and handball other sports facilities include two tennis and paddle courts, biking and hiking trails and Maestro Salinero Mo- outdoor workout equipment. Further ame- desto Perdomo received nities: children’s playgrounds, changing the Distinguished Tourism rooms, toilets, gardens and car parking. Award 2019 for extracting salt through craftsmanship as the manager of Janubio Salt Works. His skill as an artisan preserved the environmental beauty of this natural work, a declared Site of Scientific just a gentle sea breeze and Interest. It requires plen- the touch of the master to ty of hours of sunlight with get them in the right propor- low levels of moisture and tions.

Celebrating the most important local fiesta of the year Los Remedios during September with the Priest Singing and dancing to the sound of leading the Mayor and his Corporation from the Latin rhythms at the Merenganzo de church through the town Remedios

Lancelot 77 Lanzarote News Roundup Reports from San Bartolomé Roper Tunnel as Interim Solution to Playa Honda Bottleneck Connecting Industrial Zone with Deiland Plaza

San BartoloméMayor Alexis Tejera abildo and San Bartolomé agree temporary Csolution pending completion of entire project. Mayor Tejera detailed a short term underground diversion for 10,000 vehicles arriving at the Roper roundabout destined for the Deiland area, to include a pedestrian path and bicycle lane. Cabildo President Maria Dolores Corujo and Vice President Jacobo Medina met with Mayor Alexis Tejera and a team of traffic flow experts.

IV Edition of Si Quiero Wedding Fair offered Cabildo President Dolores Corujo said that the local design market is a key element in presenting the latest technologies and tendencies offering a prime opportunity for visitors to gather inspiration for their special day and meet suppliers you might want to work with. Alexis Tejero during discussions with This event by San Bartolomé has developed into one Arminda López, coordinator of the Erasmus of the most important of its type in the whole of the Ca- programme for CEIP Playa Honda. Erasmus nary Islands according to Tourist Centres Director Juan is a European Union programme providing Félix Eugenio. Industry Councillor Ariagona González free movement between registered high added the amount of exhibitors and visitors has grown schools to provide students with a global every year as has the quality of the products from items education exchange in education, training, like wedding dresses to bridesmaids’ corsages. youth and sport.

78 Lancelot The Mayor and his Councillors at the Fiesta de los Dolores Mayor with Brexit Consular Officials

Mayor Alexis Tejera with Councillors Rafael de Léon and Isidro Pérez an- Tourism Coun- nounced the completion of alterations on three major projects: Casa Cerdeña, cillor Mamdou Sports annexe to Casa Mayor Guerra and the Municipal Kindergarten Yero Sy Sisse

Horinsa Civil Engineering Works Horinsa, one of the Canary Islands’ largest civil-engineering firms, especially on Lanzarote where they are based. The prize-winning company is currently engaged in several important projects on the Island. They include, the final phase of the Playa Honda-Airport Bike Route; Avenida de Las Palmeras at Costa Teguise; the promenade linking Puerto Naos with Charco de San Ginés, Calle Marte-beach avenue Puerto del Carmen. All projects are destined for completion in the first quarter of 2020 as part of the Lanzaro- te Infrastructure Improvements Programme.

Lancelot 79 Lanzarote News Roundup Reports from Arrecife Arrecife Mayoress Astrid Pérez Unveils Centenary Memorial Plaques for César Manrique and José Ramírez Cerdá The Mayoress Commissions Manrique Waterfall for the Charco

Arrecife Mayoress Astrid Pérez

wo plaques commemorated the building Tof Arrecife’s first tree-lined park, named for José Ramírez Cerda, the town mayor and Avenida César Manrique, the path that runs around the Charco San Ginés. José Juan Ramírez, the mayor’s son and President of the César Man- rique Foundation together with Juana and Carlos Manrique, the late artist’s sister and brother as- sisted Arrecife’s Mayoress at the unveiling ceremony close to the entrance to the former Parador de Turismo de Arrecife. José Juan Ramírez’s wife and their two sons, grandchildren of the former Cabildo President were at his side. The second unveiling was held at the Charco de San Ginés which was also embellished by César Manrique. The Mayoress is also planning to install a waterfall with surrounding lighting designed by Manrique but which was never completed. Cycling and Pedestrian Lane Scheduled for Arrecife Promenade Work has already begun on a cycling-pedestrian trail along the Arrecife sea shore running from the Escuela de Pesca to the cruiseline passengers walkway at Puerto Naos, measuring between five to fifteen Cabildo Vice President Jacobo Medina with Arrecife Mayo- metres in width. The new initiative is budgeted at 616.000 euros of ress Astrid Pérez observe the start of the project scheduled to be which the Cabildo is contributing completed by the summer, to enhance the beauty of the capital’s 20% and the EU Overseas Develo- shoreline scheduled pment Fund the other 80%. A par-

80 Lancelot Lanzarote News Roundup Councillor Santana Allocates €500,000 to Boost Commerce king zone will run from the Puerto Naos roundabout to the end of the lane and the entire project will form part of the Homage to the Mariner landscaped gardens area. Mayoress Astrid Pérez said that this extension will add continuity to the beautiful seafront promenade for the benefit of both cyclists and pedestrians. These are among the steps we are takings are being taken to convert Arrecife into a truly modern city, open to the sea and with the right conditions for visitors and residents The Britannia, one of the world’s landscaped boulevards meet all to enjoy them to the maximum. most luxurious cruise-liners, the demands of luxury clientele. docks at Arrecife to enable During one weekend in passengers to visit the town November six ships, including and tour the island. The capital the Seven Seas Explorer – the has become one of the most most luxurious cruiser in popular ports in the Canary the world - docked at Los Islands because its top class Marmoles carrying 12,000 shopping and restaurants, passengers on a day trip to the historic buildings and spacious island.

Tourism and Commercial Councillor Armando Santana following the successful Arrecife en Vivo weekend live concerts, winners of the Lisbon international prize

Arrecife Tourism and Commerce Councillor has received €500,0000 from the Canarian Government to invest in a major programme to galvanise the business sector of Arrecife and create more jobs. He presented his plan at the monthly meeting for tourism and commerce attended by the CEL Business Fe- deration and the Chamber of Commerce, among others.

Lancelot 81 Lanzarote News Roundup Reports fromTeguise Amigos de Costa Teguise Awards on World Tourism Day Autos Famara, Benito González and the local Taxi Guild

Mayor Oswaldo Betancort with prizewinners Autos Famara, Mayor Oswaldo Betancort Chef de cuisine Salinas Hotel Benito González and the local ayor Oswaldo Betancort pre- Taxi Guild, for providing excellent services for holidaymakers Msided over the annual awards over the past year for local businesses and individuals who had provided excellent facilities and amenities for holidaymakers at Costa Teguise during the past year. The Mayor thanked the large amount of people attending the presentation of the prizes at a time when firms and employees in the tourist industry on the island face such a challenging situation. The event was attended by an important amount of executives and staff members of firms based in the resort. Domestic Tourism and Culture Councillor Toni Callero and Tourism Information Executive Inma Armas with the winners Surf Film Festival Teguise Promoted surf culture during the three day “Surf Film Festival” CSFF as part of the Ayuntamiento campaign for conservation of the environment. The itinerant exhibition, celebrating its seventh exhibition this year, helps film directors, athletes, friends and families stay in touch with each other and enjoy the variety of thusiasts as it greatly enhances the stories brought to the screen. reputation of the resort among Teguise Mayor Oswaldo Betan- Lanzarote’s principle markets. cort said I would like to congratu- The UK, 500,000 surfers; France, The improvements at Las late them all on yet another year of 450,000; Spain, 300,000 and Por- Cucharas Beach promena- success and am delighted that Te- tugal 200,000. As a matter of in- de and gardens are going guise has once again been among terest, USA 2. 8 million; Australia ahead according to schedule the locations chosen by surfing en- 1.7 million).

82 Lancelot Lanzarote News Roundup €1 Million Scheduled for Refurbishment of Castillo Santa Barbara Home of Europe’s Most Exciting Piracy Museum

lans are underway made for the total restora- Ption of the Castillo de Santa Barbara, now the home of the Piracy Museum. This applies to both the exterior and interior walls, and to the drainage which requires a total overhaul. Standing on the top of Mount Guanapay overlooking Teguise, the fortress was strategically placed by Italian naval engineer Leonardo Torriani to overlook both coastli- nes and warn of impending pirate attacks. Mayor Oswaldo Betancort referred to the refurbishment as being of major importance as it is one of the most historic buildings in the whole of the Canary Islands and a close to 1 million euro budget has been allocated by Central Government for the project. As explained in the multi-lingual panels of the museum, the history of pirate attacks on Teguise commenced with two major raids by the Portu- guese, one by Henry the Navigator in 1450 followed by a second by a French buccaneer known as “The Cleric” who plundered the town. In 1569, Moorish corsair Calafat commanding 600 men on ten galleys disembarked at Arrecife and ransacked the island over the period of a month and sailed off with 200 captives. Francis Drake, Walter Raleigh and William Har- per were among well known English buccaneers who raided the Canaries. In 1567, English priva- teer John Hawkins turned up in the Canaries on his way to capturing slaves in Africa destined for America. Unlike most of his ilk, he was a real cha- racter and well liked by the local Canary Islanders with whom he traded.

Teguise collaborates with the local El Cribo Asso- ciation devoted to raising the standard of life for the Mayor Betancort said, ‘As a Reserve of the mentally challenged by offering temporary work assig- Biosphere, it is obligatory for Teguise and the nments conserving the environment at La Caleta villa- whole of Lanzarote to continue our investment in ge and Famara beach. The World Health Organization solar energy. The advantages are many-fold, it is (WHO) defines mental health as “a state of well-being environmentally friendly and cost effective as the in which the individual realizes his or her own abilities, source is unlimited requires very little maintenan- can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work pro- ce. Solar power is pollution free, causes no green- ductively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribu- house gases and reduces our dependence on fossil tion to his or her community.” free gases by producing clean power.

Lancelot 83 Lanzarote News Roundup Reports from Haría WMRA World Final Championship 2020 Confirmed for Haria €400,000 Refurbishment of Arrieta Promenade Underway

Haria Mayor Alfredo Villalba

ourism and Industry Councillor TYaiza Castilla announced that the renovation of the Arrieta Promenade has begun. The intention is to improve facilities for holidaymakers by creating landscaped shaded areas on the sands Jonathan Wyatt, President of the World Mountain Running and install a an access ramp for people Association, WMRA, visited Haria to assess the terrain as a with reduced mobility as well as con- venue for the next international race nect the walkway with a solarium. Arrieta seafront is a naturally beautiful location enjoyed by walkers, both Amenities and Facilities for holidaymakers and locals, who appre- the Seafront Walkway ciate the rolling waves and bracing fresh sea air as well as unique views of the volcanic countryside in the background as they stroll along the path. Maybe with the improvements in place Haria Town Hall could apply for the Blue Flag of the EU denoting water quality, safety, environmental education and information.

Haria Mayor Alfredo Villalba and his staff are seen during a meeting with the Canarian Edu- cation Vice Councillor Lanzarote- born Maria Dolores Rodriguez, to discuss general aspects of planning for the new high school as well as with the technical team involved with the building of the facility

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Haria Tourism Coun- cillor Celestino Socas believes that the WRMA Jonathan Wyatt, President of the World Mountain Running Asso- at Haria could attract ciation, confirmed that the Haria Extreme Trial has been selected as many holidaymakers the location of the most important international race of the WMRA seeking a rural and eco- during 2020 season. Haria Alfredo Villalba and staff are seen with friendly environment for the race organizers at the ceremony in Jameos del Agua their vacation

Haria Town Council unani- mously approved to support the United Nations objectives for the Sustainable De- velopment Agen- The Mayor and his Councillors with Artisan da 2030 of the Year Manuel Perdomo

Líneas Romero Over 100 people from both Lanzarote and the La Graciosa cleared away rubbish from the beaches of the 8th Canary Isle on World Cle- anup Day. The volunteers sailed from Orzola Lanzarote at 8 am on Lineas Romero and by lunchtime they had collected 100 sacks of debris divided into plastic, glass, metal and ciga- rette butts. The initiative by Lanzarote Limpia, founded by Tobias Heeb and Steff Cerf was supported by Lineas Romero who invited all the volunteers to a lunch following the cleanup.

Lancelot 85 PhotoNews Lanzarote Interior Design, “Pamper Yourself!” “Interiorista” Maria Eugenia explains the role of the Interior Designer and how it differs from that of the decorator or architect. We interior designers specialize in offering solutions to suit the lifestyle of our clients in their homes, businesses, recreatio- nal areas, open spaces, restaurants, public premises, plus many more. But what do we actually do? Interior designers ensure that the places in which you spend most of the day are comfortable, attractive and functional. Whe- The New Audi Q3 Sportback ther refurbishing an old home or building a new one, Now Available on Lanzarote we examine the premises with a views of redistribu- tion of space in line with the client’s necessities. The new 2020 Audi Q3 Sportback, a coupe-like ver- Interior designers are budget-conscious and aim sion of the Q3, gives the crossover a new look without to improve efficiency the need for a new platform. New creases in the sheet in natural or artificial metal paired with the lower and sloped roof give the lighting, and to enlarge new crossover a sportier appearance. For sure, the Q3 smaller areas. Many re- Sportback is built on an excellent chassis offering taut furbishments take place body control with very little roll, even when you really in buildings belonging start to lean on it. And this while riding on 19-inch alloy to a bygone area whose wheels, and offering good bump compliance on the rare space requirements must occasion you come across some uneven road be adapted to present The operating and display concept proves how Audi day demands. When it is pushing ahead with digitalization. Even the basic ins- comes to major projects trument cluster with a 25 cm (10.25-inch) screen dia- we consult with archi- gonal, which the driver operates using the multifunctio- tects on the necessary nal steering wheel. In the top-of-the-line system, MM1 security aspects. navigation plus, the displays appear in the Audi virtual As our surroundings greatly affect our moods cockpit, which offers many additional functions. A touch and well being we should invest in making them as display measuring 25.6 cm (10.1 inches) is positioned comfortable as possible. in the centre of the instrument panel. When a function An interior designer can also save you time and is selected, it emits an acoustic feedback. money. Some people think it’s cheaper to do re- This new Audi gives up absolutely zero interior volu- novations themselves but in our experience it costs me to its larger model. Moreover, the cargo space in the much more in the long run. It is not easy to decide boot (530L) is the same when the second-row seats are how to remodel large parts of your home, design a in place, and only loses some room when the seats are project, choose materials or hire a work crew. A small folded flat, but it’s nothing to panic about. It feels more investment can be far more beneficial in terms of time, spacious than it probably looks, and that’s no illusion peace of mind and an optimum final result. because rear-seat leg space is pretty good.

86 Lancelot PhotoNews Lanzarote Santos Kitchen Designs Adapted for New Lifestyles Showroom Opens in Arrecife - Under the Management of Woodstore

ewly opened in C/ Manolo Millares, 39, NArrecife, Santos Kitchens have been a family business for over sixty years, Santos have vast experience in developing and manufacturing kitchen cabinets of the utmost quality, which are hard wearing, ergonomic and functional. Their carefully designed interiors and exteriors satisfy users’ needs with regard to work and offering the greatest versatility in the least amount of space. The kitchen has now become a space to enter- tain and interact in, meaning that the line sepa- rating what goes on in the kitchen and the experience of relaxing at home is no more, resulting in open spaces that feel so much bigger. The Santos kitchen adapts—in those moments The Quevedo family, founder Jeronimo, his sons, when it is not in use, to aesthetic functions inhe- Yeriel andJeronimo (junior) with Alejandro Rijo rent to the living room, the study, etc. The innovative solutions to conceal or reveal its interiors help to change the kitchen’s appearance as called for by the occasion. The opening took place in mid No- vember and attracted many visitors in- terested in seeing this novel approach to what is now, the old fashioned kitchen. Under the management of Woodstore Maderas & Cocinas, who are themselves expert kitchen makers, this new addition to the capital’s shopping opportunities is highly exciting for its new approach to the traditional kitchen.

Showroom open Mon – Fri 8.00 – 20.00 hrs Sat 8 – 13.00 hrs

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Roper’s Grocery has donated 1,818.65 euros to the Children with Cancer charitable organization which was collected through the sale of reusable and biodegradable plastic bags. The company now use bags composed Indelasa now stock the Colorker Porcelain and Ceramic of 70% recycled plastic and is committed to Stoneware Collection. This company was founded in 1987 eliminating single-use bags as established by a group of ceramic industry entrepreneurs committed by the norm. During the course of their to the environment with products that contribute to re- agreement with Children with Cancer, Roper ducing energy consumption whilst staying at the forefront has raised a total of 6,400 euros through their of creativity and technology. Other brands include: New dedicated sustainability activities as part of Discovery outdoor non-slip tiles, Kainos and Linnear, in- the world-wide public awareness campaign. doors and Colonial for bathrooms. Their products have been awarded the highest European environmental cer- tificates.

Our old friend Imelda Co- ombes, who has written the crosswords for Lancelot for over 30 years has retired to England but has kindly prepared several puzzles for future editions. Thanks Imelda The Roper donation to charity event was broadcast on local TV A selection Save Money on Fuel of tasty Pcan Garage at Tias offers Spanish fuel and petrol loyalty Christmas vouchers of 50 euros for delicacies five of their customers at not availa- each of the draws which take place on the 15th of ble in other every month. The Christ- shops on the mas draw takes place on island 22 December with the winner taking home 200 euros. Come by for more information.

88 Lancelot PhotoNews Lanzarote Our very best wishes and thanks to our friends and colleagues at Lancelot Medios, Monthly Newspaper, TV, Digital and Radio headed by General Manager Javier Betancort and TV Director Jorge Coll, for yet another wonderful year of excellent support for the English edition of Lancelot. And special thanks to Betty Romero. Abrazos y Felices Fiestas

In celebration of the 25th anniversary of the founding of Mararia Larry Yaskiel was invited to talk on the subject of Olivia Stone, the woman who pionee- red British tourism to the Canary Islands through her book published in London in 1887 at Casa de la Cultura Agustin de la Hoz. Larry with Mararia President Nieves Rosa Her- nández and with Canarian Government Education Vice Councillor María Dolores Rodríguez and Lan- zarote Member of Parliament in Madrid Ariagona González.

Concejo Regulador Organizes 5th Annual Semana Malvasia President Victor Diaz expressed his thanks to all participants and was delighted that the 5th annual Sema- na Malvasia coincided with the 25th anniversary of the Denomination of Origin of Lanzarote Wine. During the week many hundreds participants enjoyed Lanzarote Wines and Food “eno- andgastronomia” at the Castillo de San José as well as several bodegas.

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Obituary - Dr Alfonso Chiscano 1958 – 1979 todo La Fotografia en We regret to report the passing of Dr una vida en el Rock Lanzarote 1850-1950 Alfonso Chiscano, who was the heart Prólogo Miguel Rios “Tenia by Historian and Author and main driving force of the close re- veiteseis años y llevaba unos Mario Ferrer - First 100 lationship between the Canary Islands ocho grabando versiones en years of photography on the Descendents of San Antonio and their español de los mismos éxitos Island. native isles, over the past four decades. americanos que Larry escu- Presentation: 6 Dec 18.00 Born in Tenerife, Dr Chiscano studied chaba en el Rocola Bar Rum- hrs, Casa Cerdeña; 13 Dec medicine in Madrid and emigrated to ba…..” Miguel Rios 20.00 hrs: Sociedad Demo- San Antonio Texas where he became Presentation El Almacén cracia: 26 December 20.00 a prominent cardiothoracic surgeon 12 December 19.00 hrs. Spanish- hrs Club Náutico. operating on and saving more than Language music biography 6,000 lives. Fortunately, just before he passed away, he was able to witness Newly appointed the installation of the Founders Sculp- British Vice Consul ture, a project close to his heart, he had worked on incessantly for the last Las Palmas Jackie years of his life. Among Dr Chiscano’s Stevenson with numerous awards, the Honour of Guillermo Femenías, Queen Isabel the Catholic, bestowed General Manager of by King Juan Carlos, and the Gold Costa Calero Hotel Medal of the Canarian Government. Dr Chiscano left behind his best friend and loving wife Mary Alice, A favourite among their four children and eight grand- Brits, Pizzeria Capri children. He had many friends on Lan- on the beach avenue zarote and bequeathed his personal is under new mana- collection of Lancelot magazines to gement with the same the Aula Canaria at the University of friendly staff plus Texas. The Mayor of Teguise Oswaldo Betancort is naming a street for him. some tasty additions to the menu

Hospiten Best Spanish Hospital Award Hospiten Lanzarote, and four other branches in of medical establishments that our services and efforts to Spain, has been awarded the BSH Prize of Best Spanish better the health of the population have been recognized Hospital from among the 80 medical centres hospitals in this manner.” Hospiten have 50 years of experience which were candidates for this outstanding prize. Mana- in the field of private hospital treatment in Spain and ging Director Juan José Hernández reacted to the news Central America where 1,700,000 patients are treated by saying: “It is a great stimulus for the Hospiten Group annually by the 5,000 qualified.

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CONSULAR REPRESENTATIVES EMERGENCY CALLS Emergencies 112 Belgium 928 230701 Ambulance 928 812 222 Denmark 922 275757 Hospital 928 595 000 Finland 928 224358 Fire Brigade 928 816 312 France 928 292371 Police 928 597 107 Ireland 928 808546 Water Board 928 814 400 British Honorary Consul Germany 928 275700 Guardia Civil 928 811 886 Lanzarote Holland 928 242382 Ayuntamiento Arrecife 928 81 04 52 Sue Thain – (To contact call) Italy 928 241911 Atuntamiento Haría 928 83 52 51 Tel: 902 109 356 Sweden 928 260884 Ayuntamiento S. Bartolomé 928 52 01 28 Fax: 928 267 774 Switzerland 928 274544 Ayuntamiento Teguise 928 84 50 01 Norway 928 495035/6 Ayuntamiento of Tias 928 83 36 19 Ayuntamiento de Tinajo 928 84 00 21 British Consulate Ayuntamiento de Yaiza 928 83 62 20 Jackie Stevenson is the British Vice Consul at Las Palmas. To seek advice, or make an appointment with a consular Postage and Post Office official in Las Palmas or Lanzarote, call the number above. Letters and postcards within Europe Notarial bookings online service: www.ukinspain.fco.gov.uk 1.40 euro, USA 1,50 euro. Puerto del Carmen post office is open Monday- Friday 08.30 - 14.30 hrs, Saturday 09.30 - 12.30 hrs. Christian Worship Arrecife post office: Monday-Friday 08.30 - 20.30 Church of England hrs, Saturday 09.30 - 13.00 hrs. Opening times are All services are Holy Eucharist with hymns. 10 am Nazaret: Igle- for stamps and registered letters etc. but both offices sia Nuestra Señora, 1st and 3rd Sunday in the month. 12.30 pm close earlier for money transfer. Puerto del Carmen: Nuestra Señora del Carmen (Old Town Har- bour). 5.00 pm Playa Blanca: Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Main Street. For more information call 928 514 241. ****** Catholic Church Nuestra Señora del Carmen, Puerto del Carmen harbour. Sunday Mass 11.00, 18.00; Saturday night, 20.00. San Ginés Church central Arreci- fe, Sunday 10.30, 12.00, 20.00; Saturday 10.30, 12.00, 20.00. Puerto ****** International Evangelical Church del Meets at La Hoya, Puerto del Carmen Sundays 11 am, service in Carmen English, call 928 173618 for more details. Arrecife services in Spa- Church nish, Sunday 10.30 am and 18.30 pm, call 928 812027 for more details. For informal meeting at Costa Teguise, call 928 590342. ****** Markets Inter-denominational Sunday Worship at Costa Teguise Services are held in english at the Hotel Beatriz Costa & Spa Arrecife Markets Playa Blanca every Sunday morning at 11:00am. Holy Communion is celebra- Charco de San Ginés Marina Rubicón ted on the first Sunday of each month. Wed and Thur 9-2 Wed & Sat to 10-2 For more information please contact Stuart 630 175 810 or via

Teguise Market our website www.sundayworshiplanzarote.com Recova Town Market Sundays and ****** Mon to Sat 9-2 Public Holidays 9-2 Norsk Kirkescentre and Social-Cultural Centre Historic Old Town Costa Teguise Norwegian Church abroad – Religious and Social Cultural Cen- Saturday 9-2 Pueblo Marinero tre C/ Rociego Puerto del Carmen close to Cinco Plazas. Open Thursday mornings 9-2 mid-September to mid-May: Tuesday-Friday 11.00 -16.00, Sa- Puerto Calero turday 11.00- 15.00, Sunday Service 18:00. Office tel: 928 515 Friday 9-2 Tinajo, Mancha Blanca Sunday 9-2 561 Pastor Knut Kaldestad: 616 407 693 Puerto del Carmen ****** Plaza del Varadero Haría Artesanal Market There is no synagogue on Lanzarote. For information about Sa- Friday 10-3 Saturday 10-14:30 bbath and Festival services on Las Palmas call 928 248 497.

Lancelot 91 BRIDGE No 137 simple crossword No 137 By Maria Brandt By Imelda Coombes A contract goes down that could have been made. Dealer: East All vulnerable

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J 6 N 7 10 3 A Q J 8 7 5 W E A 9 7 6 J 3 2 S J 10 7 6 4 A K 8 A Q 10 9 5 2 K 9 2 Q 8 4 ACROSS 3 1 Abduct. (6) 4 An eccentric person. (6) 7 A speech defect. (4) Bidding 8 A heating device. (8) E S W N 9 Hides. (8) 1 H 1 S pass 3 S 13 Barrel. (3) pass 4 S pass pass 16 Equipment. (13) pass 17 Bind. (3) 19 A piece of music. (8) 24 Issues. (8) South pushed to four Spades knowing that most of 25 A portico. (4) the high card strength, presumably including the 26 Scottish word for children. (6) Ace of Hearts, was on his right. 27 The largest state of the US. (6) The ten of Hearts was led and East took the Ace and DOWN returned the Queen. South won with the King, drew 1 A variety of cabbage. (4) Trumps and eventually pinned his hopes on a finesse 2 Conversation. (9) of the Diamond ten. He failed and therefore went 3 Money bag. (5) one down. 4 An award. (5) At the third trick he should have led his three of 5 Expensive. (4) Clubs and played low in dummy. This would leave 6 Scent. (5) 10 Prank. (5) him with enough entries in dummy (King of Spades, 11 Stadium. (5) a Heart ruff, King of Diamonds or Spade 8) to ruff 12 Submerges. (5) Clubs twice and establish the Queen for a Diamond 13 Verifies. (9) discard. 14 A hard durable wood. (4) The extra chance is far from negligible since East is 15 A petty quarrel. (4) marked with honour strength for his opening bid. 18 A country in S. Asia. (5) 20 Rings. (5) SOLUTION TO GENERAL KNOWLED- 21 Lasagne for example. (5) 22 Agitate. (4) GE CROSSWORD NO. 76. ACROSS: 23 A Spanish sparkling wine. (4) 1 Flambeau, 5 Liffey, 10 Ovine, 11 Altissi- mo, 12 Exanthema, 13 Nurse, 14 Chimney, SOLUTION TO SIMPLE CROSSWORD NO. 16 Dieppe, 19 Antrim, 21 Everest, 23 Ditch, 136. ACROSS; 1 Amazed, 4 Bucket, 7 Mist, 25 Grenadine, 27 Enclosure, 28 Reins, 8 Emigrate, 9 Assassin, 13 Pro, 16 Neighbour- 29 Settee, 30 Stollens. DOWN : 1 Florence, hood, 17 Sag, 19 Serpent, 24 Garrison, 25 Bare, 2 Animation, 3 Brent, 4 Academy, 6 Insin- 26 Reveal, 27 Absent. DOWN; 1 Arms, 2 Asses- cere, 7 Friar, 8 Yeomen, 9 Strand, 15 North sing, 3 Dress, 4 Blini, 5 Care, 6 Enter, 10 Aches, Pole, 17 Precipice, 18 Atheists, 20 Magnum, 11 Scour, 12 Nurse, 13 Prostrate, 14 Odds, 15 Onus, 21 Element, 22 Adders, 24 Tacit, 26 April. 18 Adage, 20 Easel, 21 Panda, 22 Brie, 23 Lent.

92 Lancelot general knowledge LOCAL ORGANISATIONS crossword No 77 Ombudsman - Diputado del Commún By Imelda Coombes For complaints about a utility or public authority: Rambla Medular, 99, Arrecife. Arrecife, 8-2 Mon to Fri, Tel: 928 812 407 The service is free and confidential.

Cabildo Consumer Protection Office For complaints about private or state-run businesses or services: Cabildo Building, Arrecife, 9-13 Mon to Fri. Tel: 928 80 33 67. E-mail: [email protected]

Cabildo Wildlife Protection Service Tel: 696 733 177 (07.00-22.00)

Mararia - Official Women’s Support Office In case of maltreatment or abuse. All nationalities welcome. C/ Fajardo nº 24 - 1ºB. C.P: 35500 Arrecife (Lanzarote). Tlf. 928 804 834. E-mail: voluntarias. [email protected]. In case of emergency call 112

ACROSS SARA Animal Protection Society 1 The seat of government of the Netherlands. (3,5) Next door to the Tahiche Garden Centre, Tahiche, open 5 Pathological inability to make decisions. (6) 10:30 - 13:00 Monday to Saturday, Tuesday 17:00 - 10 Natural ability or talent. (5) 19:00. Tel/fax: 928 173 417. www.saraprotectora/eng 11 A branch of the British Forces. (5,4) 12 Any of a group of synthetic textile dyes. (9) 13 A state of the Northwestern US. (5) Alcoholics Anonymous 14 To believe or assume without foundation. (7) English-Speaking Meetings 16 To chatter or gossip. (6) Call 638 484 113 or visit www.aalanzarote.com Costa 19 A group of seven singers. (6) 21 The manner of enunciating words. (7) Teguise Barcelo Hotel Mon and Wed 18.00-19.00. 23 An older person, one’s senior. (5) Tel: 928 511 846 or 928 173 525 25 Causing hatred or disgust. (9) 27 A mazelike network of tunnels. (9) 28 A short witty attack. (5) Visiting Rotarians Welcome - Lanzarote 29 To write in notation. (6) Rotary Club - Arrecife 30 Touched or stroked gently. (8) Weekly meeting Friday 14.30 at Lancelot Hotel Arrecife Visiting Rotarians welcome. Information: DOWN Tel.: 928 80 50 99. 1 The upper part of the transom of a sailing vessel. (8) 2 Develop or present in further detail. (9) 3 The main artery of the body. (5) English-Working Lodge 4 A republic in SE Europe. (7) (Emulation) in the Spanish Constitution (recognised 6 Relating to projectiles or their flight. (9) by U.G.L.) will welcome visitors October-April. 7 A domesticated pack animal of the camel family. (5) Information: Tel: 928 83 34 90 8 Sri Lanka’s previous name. (6) 9 A winged two-legged dragon with a barbed tail. (6) 15 To clarify or explain the meaning of. (9) Local Bridge Club 17 Short postscripts to literary works. (9) From September to June, two Bridge Clubs on 18 To submit a lower offer than other dealers. (8) Lanzarote hold weekly meetings in Arrecife to which 20 Natural aptitude or skill. (6) visitors are welcome: Tuesdays 18.30 at the Arrecife 21 Monerary unit of Greece before the Euro. (7) Gran Hotel and Wednesdays at 19.00 at the Casino 22 The capital of Germany. (6) Club Náutico, Arrecife. Both are located on the 24 The first public appearance of an actor. (5) promenade. www.bridgelanzarote.com 26 Excessive speed or urgency of action. (5)

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The Culture Councillors of the Cabildo and Arre- cife with José ‘Pepe’ Betancort is a highly talented The Orquesta Clásica de Lanzarote artist specializing in original and incisive crea- The Orquesta Clásica de Lanzarote perfomed an tions from works of nature Anthology of the Zarzuela at the annual dinner of the Club Náutico. Comprised of a string quartet whose works were arranged by Juan Manuel Diaz; Pepe Betancort soloist soprano Judith Pezoa and tenor Aridane Anthropology of a Murder Betancort. They were joined by nine actors and the Club Nautico Choir conducted by Beni Ferrer. Exhibition Commissioner Pepe Betancort presented this The libretto of Boda de Paloma was written by Ro- adventurous display based on the public’s fascination with berto Fuentes, founder of the orchestra. locations where celebrated crimes took place and weighing Further dates: 20 December Casa Saramago, up the reasons behind it. Arrecife, as part of the celebrations for the cen- Art historian and independent curator Amelia de la tenary of the birth of César Manrique, “Trio de Mesa describes the exhibition as follows: Anthropology Ases.” Three famous classical musicians, pianist, of a murder is an artistic project around the idea of how Josu Okiñena, violinist David Ballesteros and cellist certain places, images or objects have the power to arouse Angel Luis Quintana perform an unconventional in us a strange restlessness or an anguished uneasiness for concert followed by an interchange of music and having witnessed or formed part of the scenario of a crime, opinions about music, artists, composers and life. or even a murder. Before the landscapes before the photographs or before the collages it is inevitable to think about the iconography of the audiovisual culture linked to the classic horror movies the imagery of the black novel or the perverse literary geography of children’s stories where the protagonists are persecuted captured or killed in the dark depths of leafy forests in this exhibition you don’t want to tell the story of a crime. This time we are not before a writer, but before a plastic artist. There is a firm purpose to try visually from the field of figurative representation to configure a referential and landscape universe endowed with a suffocating dark and disturbing atmosphere, where trees play an important role, converted into a metaphor for an enigmatic murder.

Carnival Processions Arrecife Monday ...... 24 Feb The exhibition entitled “El dedo índice” or San Bartolomé Wednesday ...... 26 Feb The Index finger, which remains open until Puerto del Carmen Saturday ...... 29 Feb 11 January. Cabildo exhibition coordinator Costa Teguise Saturday ...... 14 March Pepe Betancort, said that Lisbon, Oporto, Playa Blanca ...... 21 March Berlin, Prague, Granada, Paris and London Haria ...... T.B.A. are featured in the photographs taken Pepe Vera during his travels in which he captures images which the naked eye can easily over- Check cabildodelanzarotecultura.es for last minute changes look and which are now registered for ever.

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