Things to do on Holiday
Hélène van den Broek
I am Hélène and this is my dog Chacho. I left Holland, to start a new life on La Palma.
I love to be outdoor and coach 50+ active people especially woman. The coaching will be 1:1 and based on the activity they personally like.
For example stargazing on the Mountain, cycling, walking, visit special places, making music with locals etc.
Private Surfing for Beginners in Tenerife
Personalized Surf lessons no matter age, gender, size or fitness. Get your private surf lesson with tips and a lot of fun. Surfing equipment included. Minimum 2 participants. Price 65€ per person.
Join us in Tenerife for your liveaboard boat holiday. We will liase with your recommended surfing instructors to ensure your holiday meets your expectations, whether that’s surfing for the whole group, a more relaxed pace with Pitch n Putt for the family or maybe a mix and match holiday with diving, golfing, fishing, riding, walking – it’s all down to you with affordable options living aboard our private yacht.
Sample Prices with 7 day boat stay
Depressed? Swim with dolphins
Taking a dip with dolphins can be a tremendous therapy for people with depression according to a study published on Saturday in the weekly British Medical Journal (BMJ).
Nature lovers – biophiles to give them their scientific name – have long argued that interaction with animals can soothe a troubled mind but this claim has always been anecdotal lacking the scientific data to back it up.
Seeking to find out more psychiatrists Christian Antonioli and Michael Reveley at Britain’s University of Leicester recruited 30 people in the United States and Honduras who had been diagnosed with mild or moderate depression.
The severity of their symptoms was calculated according to established yardsticks for mental health the Hamilton and Beck scales which are based on interviews and questionnaires with the patient.
No antidepressants
The volunteers were required to stop taking any antidepressant drugs and psychotherapy for four weeks.
Half of the group was then randomly selected to play snorkel and take care of dolphins each day at an institute for marine sciences in Honduras.
The other half was assigned to a program of outdoor activities also at the institute that included swimming and snorkelling at a coral reef but without the dolphins.
Two weeks later both groups had improved but especially so among patients who had been swimming with the dolphins.
Measurable symptoms of depression in the dolphin group had fallen by half and by two-thirds according to the two scales – twice as much as in the non-dolphin group.
In addition a self-rating measurement of anxiety symptoms the Zung scale found a fall of more than 20% among the dolphin group compared with a decline of 11% among the non-dolphin groups.
“To the best of our knowledge this is the first randomised single blind controlled trial of animal-facilitated therapy with dolphins ” say Antonioli and Reveley.
“The effects exerted by the animals were significantly greater than those of just the natural setting. The echolocation system the aesthetic value and the emotions raised by the interaction with dolphins may explain the mammals’ healing properties.”
Stay safe renting your Tenerife villa
Find your perfect self-catering villa rental in Tenerife. Book direct with owners and pay no booking fees. Book with confidence in our well moderated group of villa owners. Book ahead or find a last minute bargain.
Tenerife Villas Direct from Owner
Connecting holiday makers with exclusive Tenerife Villa rentals that turn trips into unforgettable memories.
Blue Sky Golf Rental, certified member of IAGTO (International Association of Golf Tour Operators), are specialists in delivering golf equipment direct to your accommodation whilst you are abroad playing golf. They stock the latest, high-end golf equipment from leading manufacturers such as TaylorMade, Titleist, PING, Callaway, Wilson and Powakaddy.
Pick up your rental clubs at the airport or simply order online and they will deliver and collect your equipment for you.
Rental prices start from as little as €30 for 4 days hire.
They have an extensive selection of club options available and the pricing is dependent on your dates of travel and your region. To get live availability and prices for your next golfing trip, enter your destination and dates into the ‘Check live availability and prices’ here.
The only British owned and managed trekking center in South Tenerife
The unique location of our stables means we have the most fantastic treks with direct access straight to many different bridleways (don’t ride on any roads) – we ride among the wild life and fauna we are blessed – fantastic panoramic views of the Southern coastline.
We have a happy horse policy, where the horses live and play together in large paddocks making them relaxed and friendly, horse welfare is extremely important to us.
If you want to learn to ride, improve on your dressage/jumping, we can cater for all levels of riding, children and adults.
Sophie teaches both Jumping and Dressage to a high level, after training in England with 5 Star Eventers. For more information on Lessons call Sophie 650 667087.
Location: Finca Cabuquero, 10, Tf657, Aldea Blanca del Llano, Tenerife
Phone: 646 85 70 24
Email: info@horseridingintenerife.com
Webite: horseridingintenerife.com
Moored at Amarilla Golf Marina it boasts 1 double, 2 singles and sleeps 4 to 6 people. With plenty of bars and restaurants for the evening, it also has easy access for golfers.
From 150€ pp weekly. Mix and Match Activities
Originally from the UK, I am 72 and enjoying life in sunny Tenerife. I have an 11 mtr yacht moored in Amarilla Golf Marina which I occasionally rent out as accommodation to help with the costs of maintaining the boat.
Why is it cheaper than others?
Staying aboard Moovers, sleeping 4 to 6, the whole group can do their own thing, fishing, diving, golfing, pitch and putt or one of many excursions to water parks and theme parks. You holiday is just as active or relaxed as each persons needs.
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Pura Vida Equestrian Center offers you a unique horseback ride by the sea in Amarilla Golf. Suitable for all levels. All rides will be guided, at all times, by qualified personnel, includes accident insurance, helmet and supervision for minors.
Riding lessons and tuition available on request.
Moored at Amarilla Golf Marina it boasts 1 double, 2 singles and sleeps 4 to 6 people. With plenty of bars and restaurants for the evening, it also has easy access for golfers.
Granadilla Diving
Granadilla diving also offer accommodation but for those wanting to relax away from the learning, or those with family to entertain, we recommend our yacht MOOVERS II.
