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• Just Whistle by Sarah Andrews November 02, 2008 The first time you hear Silbo Gomero, you might think that you're listening to two birds having a conversation. Alternately chirpy and melodic, shrill and deeply resonating, this ancient whistling language is as lovely as birdsong. But Silbo, once a dying art, now being brought back to life on the Spanish island of La Gomera, is steeped in history and boasts a complex vocabulary of more than 4,000 whistled words that can be heard from miles away. It's definitely not for the birds. (read article)
• Lanzarote by ANDREW FERREN January 29, 2006 The easternmost of Spain's Canary Islands, Lanzarote has an other-worldly volcanic landscape that is one of the most dramatic on the planet, but is in danger of being consumed by package-deal tourism. (read article)
• Just Whistle by Sarah Andrews February 25, 2007 The first time you hear Silbo Gomero, you might think that you're listening to two birds having a conversation. Alternately chirpy and melodic, shrill and deeply resonating, this ancient whistling language is as lovely as birdsong. But Silbo, once a dying art, now being brought back to life on the Spanish island of La Gomera, is steeped in history and boasts a complex vocabulary of more than 4,000 whistled words that can be heard from miles away. It's definitely not for the birds. (read article)
• A Canary Island, Away From the Flock by DAISANN MCLANE July 23, 2000 (read article)
• Tenerife: The parts lager doesn't reach May 01, 1999 The Full Monty bar is only a fraction of what Tenerife has to offer. Nigel Tisdall, returning after a decade, defends a slandered island (read article)
• The Canary Islands: The complete guide August 28, 1999 Spectacular beaches, unspoilt hideaway islands, cheap, winter sun . . . and some of the tackiest resorts in the world. Fred Mawer presents our comprehensive guide (read article)
• Spain: La Gomera November 06, 2000 Adrian Woodford discovers the isolated beauty of Tenerife's smaller neighbour (read article)
• Tenerife: Weekend to remember by David Sandhu March 09, 2001 David Sandhu feared that Tenerife was going to be mostly sun, sea and sangria, but a few hours in the lap of luxury and a trip up Mount Teide showed him that this Canary Island can also be cool (read article)
• Lanzarote: One man's love affair with lava by David Sandhu December 15, 2002 In sun-drenched Lanzarote, David Sandhu is grateful that a rare shower helps him find out about the island's most famous artist (read article)
• Tenerife: All change in Little Hawaii by David Sandhu April 29, 2003 Southern Tenerife is shedding its tacky reputation. David Sandhu discovers a five-star enclave emerging by the beach (read article)
• Canaries are back on song by Susan Marling November 01, 2003 Tenerife chic? It will be soon thanks to a stylish new concert hall, says Susan Marling (read article)
• Winter sun escapes by Nick Trend November 01, 2003 Nick Trend looks at the 10 best destinations between now and March (read article)
• Resort report: Lanzarote by Fred Mawer October 02, 2004 Fred Mawer offers advice on where to stay and what to do to get the most out of the island. (read article)
• Tenerife: Weekending by Deborah King October 16, 2004 Deborah King enjoys sun, sand and snow-capped peaks on a trip to the Tenerife capital. (read article)
• Lanzarote: Stranger on the shore by Sandra Laville January 15, 2005 Sandra Laville learns to surf in Lanzarote. (read article)
• Tenerife for teenagers September 17, 2005 The largest Canary Island proves a hit on a return visit for Nigel Tisdall. (read article)
• Cut off in his prime October 11, 2005 A very British hero has never been forgotten in a corner of Tenerife, finds Fiona Dunlop. (read article)
• Lucky seven October 18, 2005 Tenerife and its surrounding islands are well known for their hedonistic beach culture but there are alternative attractions. By Paul Mansfield. (read article)
• Gran Hotel Bahía del Duque in Tenerife April 07, 2008 The Gran Hotel Bah&iacute<a del Duque is a small "town" of Italianate villas, patios, turrets, even a campanile, writes Charlotte Cory. (read article)
• Sheraton La Caleta Tenerife: where to stay April 07, 2008 Charlotte Cory spends the night in the corporate comfort of the Sheraton La Caleta hotel on Tenerife's west coast. (read article)
• Abama Tenerife: where to stay April 07, 2008 Jodie Jones checks into the Abama - a cliff-top hotel resort on Tenerife's west coast. (read article)
• Huw Edwards's heaven on earth: Costa Adeje Tenerife by Huw Edwards January 20, 2009 The BBC newsreader Huw Edwards on the guaranteed sunshine and rugged beauty of Costa Adeje, Tenerife. (read article)
• Spain: an insider's Guide to the Balearic and Canary Islands by Annie Bennett February 03, 2009 An essential guide to visiting the Balearic and Canary Islands, including accommodation, arrival and the best sights and attractions. (read article)
• La Gomera: Walking in the shadow of a volcano by Louise Rodden February 11, 2009 La Gomera is a great winter hideaway and a hiker's heaven, says Louise Rodden. (read article)
• A Canary Island, Away From the Flock (read article)
• Lanzarote by ANDREW FERREN January 29, 2006 The easternmost of Spain's Canary Islands, Lanzarote has an other-worldly volcanic landscape that is one of the most dramatic on the planet, but is in danger of being consumed by package-deal tourism. (read article)
• Rising above the winter blues February 17, 2007 The lush north of Tenerife provides the perfect terrain for a family walking holiday, writes Christopher Somerville. (read article)
• And not a Bacardi Breezer in sight... February 02, 2008 Tenerife offers year-round sun, spectacular landscapes - and even a quieter side, says Fiona Hardcastle. (read article)
• 'Illegal' Lanzarote hotels face demolition March 21, 2008 Britons visiting the popular holiday island may have to seek alternative accommodation, reports Charles Starmer-Smith. (read article)
• Tenerife: Far from the crowds by Louise Roddon November 05, 2008 Sun-soaked Tenerife is at its most tranquil on the north coast, says Louise Roddon. (read article)
• Boot camp bliss in Lanzarote by Casilda Grigg May 11, 2009 Qigong, kayaks and no caffeine. Casilda Grigg swims and surfs in Lanzarote. (read article)