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Last week we learned that there is a new arrival amongst the Rancho Texas Park residents: a cute female American Bison calf.
The birth and her first wobbly steps were caught on video. It might be a bit gruesome for some at first, but worth watching all the same. This is the second birth of American Bison in the Park in the last 3 years, after a pregnancy of 280 days. Both baby and mother are doing well and the proud daddy, the biggest animal in the Park at read more » |
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We’ve previously featured some of the walks available through Lanzarote Active Club, there are more that we haven’t experienced yet, but are definitely on our to do list. Bodega Hopping Wine Walk
The group will learn of the very specific history and peculiarities of wine making on the island. A walk through the vineyards allows us to see the unique landscape and cultivation,that you won´t see anywhere else in the world. This experience will lead you through 4 traditional wineries each of them with their special charm! Occasionally you will have the chance of meeting the winemakers and their families during their daily chores. In each winery we will taste the best wines of the year complemented by traditional homemade tapas. This excursion is highly educational and will give you a general insight into the fascinating world of wine and will help you understand and appreciate wines of Lanzarote in an easy and fun way! The price is €59 per person which includes 8 different wines and tapas lunch. Full day excursion. Peñas del Chache Walk
This guided walk embraces much more than just the highest point on the island. The trek starts from the wild and beautiful Famara Beach, bordered on the right side by the majestic massif and on the left by the tiny village of Famara, populated mostly by fisherman and surfers. Climbing the cliff the group can experience an abundance of vegetation. Species such as Canarian Lavender, Balsamipherous Spurge, purple bells of the endemic Echium Lancerottensis, Scillas, are just a few to be seen. Approaching the top, especially in the read more » |
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The tourism department in Tías have produced a calendar of events happening in the resort of Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote from May to December 2013.
The May and June events are typically Canarian where you can experience the traditions and culture of Lanzarote. July sees the return of the popular Summer Music Festival and the Pride Festival. Puerto del Carmen celebrates for almost two weeks in August with the focus on the old harbour in commemoration of the patron saint of mariners and namesake. September brings an end of summer party and a tapas food fair. It wouldn’t be October without a beer festival! Ocean Lava moves to November this year, where elite lycra clad athletes swim, bike and run in a similar event to Ironman, although half the distance. The Christmas Market will be held in early December over the long holiday weekend, finishing the year with a New Year’s Eve celebration. May30th 17:00 Dia de Canarias read more » |
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The Rojillos sign off the season with an away win in Tenerife from a goal in the opening minute by Echedey.
The only thing both clubs had to play for was to see which team would finish in 14th position. The Tenerife side needed a win whereas a draw for Lanzarote would suffice. Many of the regulars such as Ángel Gil, Kamara and goalkeeper Agoney were suspended so Rojillos manager Adolfo Pérez gave full starts to youngsters Chéyen, Dámaso and also Fran Machín came off the bench late on to make his debut. The game could not have started any better for the Rojillos. A corner in read more » |
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The road closures have been confirmed for tomorrow’s Ironman Lanzarote event. To protect the cyclists, some of the roads will be open in one direction only, and others will be closed to traffic.
The following are the expected times of the first and last cyclist passing through and the hours that the traffic restrictions will be in place. read more » |
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The Alberque Juvenil in La Santa has been closed since 2008. The Cabildo of Lanzarote have published an announcement in the Las Palmas Official Gazette this week, opening a tender process to manage this youth hostel for the next 10 years.
The tender to manage the operation of the youth hostel in La Santa was published on Wednesday 15th May amounting to 360,000 euros for a 10 year management period. Re-opening of this centre is a priority for read more » |
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Some of you have already discovered the warm welcome offered by Pat & Donna the owner’s of Slattery’s situated on the Fariones end of the Avenida Las Playas in Puerto del Carmen.
The bar opened on the 3rd May and already has a great atmosphere, there’s plenty of sports coverage in the day including the GAA Football Championship and live music each night from 21:30.
As you would expect Slattery’s read more » |
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