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‘The Canary Islands continue to be the favourite destination of the British’ –

2/16/22, 9:51 AM

By Canarian Weekly

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Yesterday morning (Tuesday), the “Brexit and the Future of Tourism” meeting took place in Adeje, with the mayor, José Miguel Rodríguez Fraga, the British Ambassador, Hugh Elliott, the Councillor for Tourism of Adeje, Adolfo Alonso Ferrera, and the Vice Consul of Tenerife, Helen Keating, all discussed the future of the British tourism market, the one that supplies the most visitors to the Canary Islands.

The ambassador assured that “The Canary Islands continue to be the favourite destination of the British, we want to return. Before the Covid pandemic, five million British people chose the Canary Islands as a tourist destination to enjoy their holidays, which is why we hope to return to those figures as soon as possible, and I think we will achieve it because, during 2021, the archipelago was once again the Spanish destination most in demand by the British”.

In addition to thanking the work and the constant connection with Costa Adeje as a destination, Elliott reiterated that the United Kingdom positively values the relaxation of the measures applied to minors, who can now return on holiday to the Canary Islands by carrying out a PCR test.

Mayor Fraga said “Adeje and the United Kingdom have a long tradition, both from a tourist and residential point of view, even economically. This meeting opens a path for work in this new scenario, which includes diplomatic relations, therefore, we intend to establish a system of dialogue and communication that allows us to offer the best, both from the point of view of tourists and residents”.

In 2019, the British market accounted for 45.4% of Costa Adeje’s market share, explained the Mayor, who reiterated that “this meeting represents an important commitment for our tourism sector which has become stronger with everything that has happened, and that has been possible thanks to the investment, effort, and professionalism of everyone in the sector, which continues to maintain the standards of quality, sustainability, and reaffirms its essence: we are a sun and beach destination, an indisputable natural environment with a hotel and complementary offer of excellence”.

Regarding the tourist forecasts, Fraga added that they are “very good”, because “there is less uncertainty due to the pandemic” and the situation is beginning to “normalize”, for which he believes we are “entering an irreversible stage” of recovery of normality.

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The British in Puerto de la Cruz

When asked the best place to go for a holiday in Tenerife you will always get those who say visit Puerto de la Cruz because the tourist area is authentic and you rarely see many Brits.

While it is true that much of the south of the island was purposely built mainly for the needs of the Brits, hence the Sunday Roast and the Full English Breakfast, the British never actually conquered the Canaries until the mid-1970s.

The famous Admiral Nelson tried in 1797 but gave up after losing part of his arm off the coast of Santa Cruz. Winston Churchill considered it during World War II but gave up the idea as he hadn’t enough Americans to lend a hand and didn’t actually get around to visiting the island until 1959. However, despite the idea that Puerto de la Cruz is one of the most authentic places on the island to gain a true Canarian experience the British community has left its mark in many different corners of the area.

The Canary Islands and England have been closely linked for centuries. As far back as the 1500s, Shakespeare was talking about the world of Canarian wine that was already being exported to England along with bananas and tomatoes. Since then there had been a few bumps in the road but these were smoothed out and revitalized especially since the 19th century when aristocratic and bourgeois tourism arrived in search of relaxation in a climate that was so temperate all year it improved their health.

Puerto de la Cruz has always been among the favourite enclaves of the British. The town still preserves a small community of British natives and descendants, as well as architecture that echos the homes that the British always built in the colonies and dominions of the British Empire.

If El Sitio Liter garden spoke, we could probably learn a good part of the history of the English community of Puerto de la Cruz. The exact date of construction of the colonial house is not known, but the first known owner was John Pasley, a wine merchant in the 18th century. Pasley had no children so sent for his nephews to help run his business. They arrived in 1774 and stayed for almost fifty years, living with a view from the front of the house of the Atlantic Ocean and from the back of a garden that was increasingly admired by visitors for its colours, brightness and ‘British-ness’.

In 1836 the property changed hands to the British academic Charles Smith, who rented the house following his arrival on the island to find a cure for his health. His descendants lived in the house until 1996 and during all those years it remained a meeting place for British visitors. Among them, William Wilde, father of Oscar and doctor to Queen Victoria, the famous astronomer Charles Piazzi Smyth. Others who visited the gardens were the British artist Eileen Agar and her friend Dalí and then in 1963, the Beatles came for a holiday which made the town a magnet for a younger set of tourists.

One of its most illustrious visitors was Agatha Christie, who visited in 1927, during her stay at the ‘Hotel Taoro’, then a landmark for the British community. There she finished her novel The Mystery of the Blue Train and wrote The Man from the Sea which was staged in Puerto de la Cruz.

The current owner of Sitio Liter, John Lucas, although born in Gran Canaria is British with a British passport, and although he has a Spanish wife he has an absolute British bearing and speaks perfect English.

Lucas and his wife, Marty Sánchez, have dedicated their time to caring for the garden that is open to the public. Dotted with busts and references to its illustrious visitors, the garden has more than 250 varieties of beautiful orchids. For those who want to sit and enjoy a deeply rooted British tradition at the end of a visit, there is a cafeteria where it is possible to have a good English tea with a slice of cake.

The Anglican Church very close to the ‘Hotel Taoro’, was built in Puerto de la Cruz in the late 1880s because from the total number of 4,000 inhabitants more than 500 were British and they wished somewhere far more English to celebrate their religious services than the barn they were using. Designed by Walter Wood and inaugurated in 1891 the design of the church is unmistakably British, exactly like many churches in the old country and much of the money raised to build it came from the Anglican community in London. Today it is an important meeting place for the British community and on the first Saturday of each month, there is a flea market.

The English cemetery managed by the Anglican Church has origins that date from between 1669 and 1673, which makes it the oldest Protestant cemetery in Spain. Until it arrived, the British were thrown into the sea when they died. 

It cannot be denied that more than 30,000 books in English in a small Canarian tourist town is thanks to the hard work of the Brits. Founded in 1900 the English Library has played a very important role in the life of the British community and is said to be one of the best English-language libraries outside of Britain.  The building style is also reminiscent of many English houses.

A meeting point for the 340 British members and 40 volunteers over the years it has also opened up to foreigners interested in learning English. Open Monday and Friday afternoons and Wednesday and Saturday mornings. It is very pleasant to sit in the garden, at whose tables you can see people chatting, having tea or reading the English press.

So despite being typically Canarian, like the Rupert Brooke poem …

There’s some corner of a foreign field that is forever England. 

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Cats, puppies and vampires. What British tourists are asking Foreign Office

December 31, 2018

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The Foreign Office regretted that they could not advise on stray cats

Are there vampires in Poland, which of the Argentinians is best to marry and where hand over a piece of wood found on the shore? The British Foreign Office has collected the strangest questions that consular workers have to listen to from Britons abroad (mostly tourists).

The authors of the compilation remind you that you should only call the British Consulates hotline in emergency situations.

In total, British consulates received more than 330,000 calls for help in 2018, the Foreign Office said.

Diplomats helped more than 3,400 UK citizens who ended up in hospitals and 4,900 who were arrested by local police.

In addition, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has printed nearly 30,000 temporary travel documents for those who have lost their passports abroad.

But there were many strange, and sometimes frankly stupid requests.

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A British man in the Netherlands, after watching the film Braveheart, called diplomats to ask questions about the film’s plot.

Another Briton applied to the consulate in the Canary Islands with a request to influence the hotel administration to give him another room – a stray cat climbed into his room and urinated on the bed.

Someone called the British embassy in the US to find out which of the participants in the show Strictly Come Dancing voted for last night.

A man wanted to find out if there were vampires in Poland because a woman he met online asked him what his blood type was before their first date.

Another asked the Foreign Office to put in a good word for him in front of a massage parlor in Bangkok: he fell asleep during a massage session and feels he shouldn’t be paying for the service.

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A man called the British Embassy in New Delhi asking when the embassy would open, as he had heard somewhere that a vegetarian sausage was sold there.

Another Briton in Italy asked the embassy to help organize his wedding, recommend a florist and get tickets to meet Pope Francis.

The consulate in Kuwait was called and asked if someone from the diplomatic mission would like to adopt their puppies.

A caller to the consulate in Buenos Aires asked for a list of Argentine women who would suit him as a bride.

Another asked where he could take a piece of wood found on the beach, which he thought might be a wreck of an old British sailboat.

“I regret to say that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs cannot give advice on vampires, stray cats or TV shows. And, alas, we have nowhere to store vegetarian sausages,” said a representative of the Foreign Office.

“If you find yourself in an emergency while in another country, please contact the nearest British embassy or consulate and our staff will do their best to help you,” the diplomat added.

The Canary Islands tourism business was hit by the bankruptcy of Thomas Cook

The Canary Islands will suffer more than other regions of Spain from the bankruptcy of Thomas Cook. This is indicated by the statistics of the tourism sector of the archipelago.

Thomas Cook was the second most visited tour operator in the Canary Islands. In addition, it is the British who traditionally form the largest tourist flow in this direction. According to the region’s tourism corporation, 457,000 British citizens rested on the islands in August, which is about 24% of the total number of tourists.

As of September 25, 35,000 Thomas Cook customers remained in the Canary Islands. As RATA-news was informed by the Tenerife hotel association Ashotel, in order to resolve the situation, on September 24, meetings were held in Madrid between the president of the organization, Jorge Marichal, and representatives of the Canarian and state administrations, as well as members of political parties.

Ashotel has asked the government to take a number of immediate measures, including reducing fuel surcharges for flights to and from the Canary Islands, reducing ticket prices between the islands and mainland Spain, and launching a special advertising campaign in the UK, Germany and the Scandinavian countries before the start of the winter season. The association also recommends that the authorities postpone until the end of the summer season 2020 the period for paying social security contributions for employees of tourism companies in the Canary Islands. For hotels that suffer losses due to the liquidation of Thomas Cook, the association offers to provide an interest-free credit line. In addition, it is planned to create an organization that will help collect debts incurred in connection with the liquidation of Thomas Cook. Also, Ashotel considers it necessary to exempt the Canary Islands from the tax on kerosene, which may be introduced in the European Union after 2020.

According to the Spanish airports operator AENA, last year Thomas Cook Airlines transported about 640,000 people to and from Tenerife alone, ranking sixth in the ranking of carriers in terms of the number of passengers. The special attention of industry experts to benefits for air carriers may be caused not only by the liquidation of the British tour operator, but also by the situation with the Irish low-cost airline Ryanair.

Best Time to Visit Barcelona Spain In 2023

Last updated on January 02nd, 2023

Barcelona is a city located on the coast of Northeastern Spain and tastes the Mediterranean Sea on its eastern side. This cosmopolitan city is a unique place thanks to its outdoor markets, churches, restaurants, sun-kissed beaches, and architectural structures.

The fascinating culture and history of Barcelona makes it a popular tourist target in Europe.

It offers more than a city can; it is an expressive rollercoaster ride. It is adorned with something for all its visitors. Whether you are an outdoor enthusiast, a wild party animal, or a culture vulture, Barcelona won’t disappoint. Let’s discover the best times to visit this city.

Quick Overview – Contents

• The Best Time to go to Barcelona
• Best Season to Visit Barcelona
• Weather in Barcelona
• Seasons to Travel to Barcelona
• Cheapest Time to go to Barcelona

What is the Best Time to go to Barcelona ?

# Barcelona in January | # Barcelona in February | # Barcelona in March
# Barcelona in April | # Barcelona in May | # Barcelona in June
# Barcelona in July | # Barcelona in August | # Barcelona in September
# Barcelona in October | # Barcelona in November | # Barcelona in December

1.

January – A Chilly Month That Does Not Accommodate Many Tourist Activities

January is a chilly and cold month for Barcelona, with temperatures reaching as low as 5°C (41 °F) to a maximum of 14°C (57°F). This, however, does not limit the carrying out of activities here. The proximity of Barcelona to the sea makes humidity levels to be high, and the sun almost out. Thus, the cold does not dampen the plans of visitors.

This pleasant weather of January is suitable for sun-bathing and walks throughout the city. At this time, the large herds of visitors are absent, and as an extra incentive, the present visitors can take advantage of the post-holiday vends. January is, therefore, an excellent time for visitors who do not fear to abandon the beaten paths.

If you are an outdoor fanatic, you can visit some architectural marvels like Casa Vicens, Sagrada Familia, Casa Mila, and Casa Batllo. You can as well ride a cable car and go visiting aquariums in Europe.

2.

February – Not So Good Weatherwise but Features Plenty of Remarkable Festivals

The weather condition of Barcelona in February is quite unpredictable, with some days cloudy, others cold, and others sunny. The maximum temperature levels are usually 14°C (57°F), with a minimum of 5°C (41°F).

With the spring season knocking, Barcelona experiences an average of 5 hours of exposure to sunlight and moderate-to-heavy rainfall. While February may not be the best time to visit this Spain city, festival lovers are likely to enjoy the month.

February hosts significant carnivals and festivals that allow visitors to experience Barcelona as locals. It is the perfect timing to participate in yummy tasting experiences offered by restaurants that prepare traditional dishes with unique ingredients suitable for the season.

With only a few crowds in the streets of Barcelona, the city seems naked at this time, thus allowing visitors to behold its glory.

3. March – Pleasurable Experiences that Mark the Beginning of Tourist Seasons

Visiting the Spain city in March is a good idea. This marks the beginning of tourist seasons thanks to the pleasant weather conditions. It is relatively warm with a maximum temperature of about 16°C (61°F) during the day. The temperature may drop to a minimum of approximately 7°C (45°F), and you can expect at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.

It is usually a suitable time to absorb the vibe and local culture of the city. The days of this month are guaranteed to be quite long and lazy. However, with the sunny conditions, you will get this to be an ideal time to sightsee the waters of the Mediterranean by kayaking, swimming, or surfboarding.

Additionally, this amiable weather conditions will give you a good view of the architectural lounge and marvels of the numerous cafes to the satisfaction of your heart. Strolls in the city’s multi-hued street ways are good for relaxing as there are fewer vacationers to compete with.

4. April – An Excellent Month, but Avoid Holidays, When Applicable

The weather conditions of April are perfectly pleasant and thus tourist-friendly. The sun is not only warm but also soothing without the humid of summer. The average maximum temperature of daytime is around 20°C (67°F). On the other hand, the temperature can drop to a minimum of 13°C (55°F).

Expect an average exposure of 6 hours to sunlight every day. While this seems to be idyllic for tourism, the city experiences some brief and unexpected rain showers. This is why April may be an excellent month but not very perfect for the holidays.

Generally, Barcelona can best be explored on foot. You can go for a walk from the Gothic quarter to Gaudi’s works since you will not find a better time to do so. These cold temperatures in the late evenings and early mornings demand light layers like a light sweater, scarf, umbrella, and jacket.

5. May – The Best Overall Month for Visitors in Our Opinion

Barcelona, in May prides the wonderful weather conditions that allow tourists to explore almost all the areas of the vibrant city. Temperatures average between 20°C (68°F) – 25°C (77°F) and hence warm and sunny days.

May features clear skies that accommodate various outdoor activities like walking sports, water sports, sightseeing, and much more! Since the month marks the onset of summer, it is the perfect time to visit Barcelona thanks to the pleasant weather.

You can also experience fun from outdoor parties, musical events, and live performances that make it a memorable time for both local, regional, and international tourists. Explore the city on foot and have some exotic beverages and food along the way.

Beach lovers and water babies should not miss visiting the city at this time since the sea waters come with an excellent temperature that is best for swimming throughout the day.

6. June – Perfect for A Summer Travel

June marks the beginning of summer in Barcelona. It features a day time temperature of around 27°C (80°F), which may drop to a minimum of 20°C (68°F) during nights.

However, the humidity in June is moderately high because of the proximity that the city has to the Mediterranean sea. You will experience all the fun activities of this summer season and have a lovely time relaxing in the resorts and cafes.

Whether you have traveled alone, with friends, or with family, the burst of activities gives a perfect travel. This time is usually idyllic for cultural events and traditions. Be sure to pack caps, sunscreen, hats, and scarves that will protect you from getting tanned when outdoors.

Do not forget your swimwear for water sports and beach activities. Carry skirts, shorts, capris, and summer dresses for your daily wear. A light jacket for evening wear will also be appropriate. The traditional meals prepared during this time include Paella, Pisto, and Esqueixada.

7. July – One of Best and Perfect Time to Visit Barcelona

If there is one of the best times to visit this Spain city, it is the month of July. This month attracts numerous tourists from all over the world because day times are longer than the night times.

The sea temperature tends to be soothing and ranges from between 23°C (73°F) -24°C (75°F). The afternoons are hotter, with temperatures reaching an average of 30°C (86°F). Though seldom, erratic rainfall may be observed.

Since day hours are longer, be sure to make the most out of your time during the day. The sun shines hard until 7.00 pm hence a wonderful opportunity to explore various attractions. You can attend free concerts such as the Parcs and Musica festivals that are often held in open-air venues from June to the end of August.

July will allow you to participate in water-related activities. You will, therefore, need to make your sunscreen a best friend lest you get sunburns from the harsh sun rays. Even though crowds exist during this time, you will still get a merry affair from the city.

8. August – Best Time for Visitors Who Love to Indulge in A Sparkling Nightlife

As the temperature rises, more tourists opt for nocturnal adventures. This, in turn, brings out the attractive side of the city. With the tourist volume still high, Barcelona still drips with charm in August.

The heatwaves become more frequent, but the day hours gradually decrease. The likelihood of rain is usually very low in August, but the humidity levels remain typically high.

The temperatures make August a busy month, with the city displaying its gastronomy and architectural heritage. If you love late hours, you won’t have to bear a boring night since Barcelona boasts a lively nightlife.

The beaches in August are worth dying for. This is usually a high season that sets the city in its full swing and makes it thrive more in tourism.

9. September – Excellent Month, Great for Those Seeking Fewer Visitors

In September, Barcelona starts to witness the end of the summer. Temperatures decrease with an average maximum of 26°C (79°F) and an average minimum of 20°C (69°F).

However, rain is still a rare event in September. Instead, the entire month experiences sunny days. The sea temperature is as high as 24°C, and you will still participate in water sports activities.

The end of September announces the onset of autumn or fall. The vibrant, colorful foliage begins to decrease, but the lovely sunny days and low temperatures make it a good time to visit the city.

This is a shoulder season that leaves the city with locals and a very small percentage of tourists. It is excellent for those seeking fewer visitors. You can stay outdoors throughout the day and go swimming in the tranquil sea or bask under the calm sun rays.

10. October – Great Month, Excellent Selection of Local Festivals and Events

Barcelona is peculiar in being the Catalonian Capital City of Spain. For this reason, it lives to meet the standards of being the center of events, festivals, art, architecture, and much more.

October is an off-season for most tourists, and so, you can unhurriedly explore your places of preference without crowded alleyways or long queues. During this time, prices for the best accommodation and airfares prices are lowest.

The month makes a great time to attend outdoor events and festivals.

11. November – Enchanting for Less-Crowd Lovers

Barcelona city in November has two main advantages. First, it has lower temperatures around 18°C (65°F), and thus traveling around the city is very easy and more pleasant as compared to hotter months.

Secondly, it marks the end of the tourist season, and this makes admission into attraction sites simple. Additionally, Barcelona this month is very charming, with lesser crowds.

The outdoor events are calm and quiet but still hold a jovial atmosphere. Book tickets to shows and attractions and enjoy the unbeatable discounts and offers.

12. December – Best for Tourists Escaping the Maddening Rush of Tourists to Enjoy the Original Traditional Glory

Averagely, the maximum temperatures in the city in December is 15°C (60°F), with a minimum temperature of around 9°C (49°F). December is the perfect time to visit Barcelona when the Catalan breeze paired with the correct extent of sunshine.

The blue winter skies of December make the city very beautiful. The streets are usually decorated for Christmas preparation while the town rings with nativity and Christmas markets.

This is also the best time to taste Spain’s traditional food that is made with seasonal ingredients. Some of the special events carried out in December include special markets, fountain shows, and ice skating rink.

Many attractions during this season offer free access, whereas others offer the cheapest deals.

What’s the Best Season to Visit Barcelona Weather-wise

The best time to visit Barcelona Weatherwise is subjective. However, most people prefer visiting the city from April to July and September to November. This is because, during this time, the day and night weather is neither too warm nor too cold.

These two periods offer stable weather with a very lower humidity level than the summers. The periods are perfect for staying outdoors and museum hoping. Honeymooners can be sure to enjoy the weather during this time.

Additionally, the periods are considered to be tourist-friendly because the sun is usually warm and soothing. The weather conditions are very conducive and allow you to achieve much more and have plenty of fun than you would during the other temperatures.

However, if sightseeing is your primary focus, the weather condition between March to May and September to November will be suitable for your travel. Enjoy your stay as you stay in Barcelona!

Weather in Barcelona

This energetic city relishes moderate climatic conditions throughout the year as the Mediterranean Sea influences it.

The seasonal changes are slightly discernable from year to year. The below guide explains the seasons in the city and how each of them feels. Take a look!

Barcelona in Spring

In spring, the weather feels warm since the sun is mild. This cool weather tunes locals to a festive mood. While it may not be the appropriate time for them to bring out their swimsuits, spring is the perfect time for locals to explore all the corners of the city by walking around. The most common festivals during this season include Easter and any other parades. In short, the spring season is like watching the city through a calm shade of shaded sunglasses.

Barcelona in Summer

Summers in this city are hot and dry. This season embodies the Barcelona spirit excellently. Even though the sun is hot, it does not produce a dampening spirit in the city. Instead, it generates a high spirit for outdoor activities like street parades, concerts, and festivals. The season attracts tourists who love beach parties and the history, culture, and cuisine of the city. Known for the large crowds of tourists and high temperatures, the summer season is the best time to experience the city.

Barcelona in Autumn

Autumn features some occasional rains and cloudy weather. This, in turn, takes away the grime off the city. The temperatures reduce, and trees stop shedding. This shoulder season is thus ideal for exploring the city without crowds.

Barcelona in Winter

Are you looking for the best destination to enjoy your Christmas fervor and the New Year festivals? Barcelona in Winter is sure to suit your Christmas needs and preferences. During this time, the sea is deplorable, and this takes away a significant attraction in Barcelona. However, the shopping sales and Christmas markets are valuable makeup. Be sure to keep warm during Winter as you enjoy the cheapest deals in town.

Seasons to Travel to Barcelona

Peak Season in Barcelona

The peak season in Barcelona is also the high season of the city. This high season registers the highest number of visitors. It begins in May and runs to early September. This is the best season for those who desire to enjoy the Barcelona spirit.

With the days longer than nights, the city buzzes with plenty of outdoor events that run to as late as 9.00 pm. The beaches are warm and comfortable, allowing both locals and visitors to participate in a wide variety of water activities.

The peak season is often characterized by long queues and large crowds in attraction sites. The prices of all these activities and accommodation rates are often skyrocketing and competitive.

The markets also offer various goods to tourists, and you can buy a souvenir here. It is worth noting that if there is any best time to visit Barcelona, it is during this peak season.

Low Season in Barcelona (Cheapest Time to go to Barcelona)

This season starts in November and runs to early March. The low season in Barcelona witnesses a drop in prices, especially in flights and accommodation options.

It is a great time to be in Barcelona since you will not experience the long queues and crowds that may inhibit your personal space. These seasons are marked with frequent drizzles and chillier temperatures that do not allow you to spend time on the beach.

You will, however, find a charming spot in a café sipping hot coffee or chocolate. This is the best time to experience luxury without the chance of being distracted.

Low seasons are also characterized by social amenities brimming with locals. Visiting Barcelona during this time will be best for you if you love the cultural heritage of the Barcelonans. It is easy to uncover the intimate places and cultural bars that feature the true gems of the city.

Mid-Season in Barcelona

The mid-season is also referred to as the shoulder season. It runs from late March to the end of April and also from late September to October.

The season boasts the best of the two worlds, the high season and the low season. It comes with plenty of festivals that are carried out in spring, late summer, and early autumn months.

During mid-season, tourist crowds are thin, and the weather is ideal. Prices are yet to hit the peak at this time since kids are back to school, and the crowds subside. While you will neither need your bikinis nor your sunscreen, you will require light wrap-ups for your evening strolls.

The weather is very pleasant, and thus very ideal for travelers who want a relaxed and peaceful travel in Barcelona without the noise of major events. If this defines you, you can visit Barcelona in any of the two mid-seasons.

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When is The Best Time to Visit Spain?

Without a doubt, Spain is one of the most exuberant, enjoyable countries to visit in Europe. Spaniards are known for being passionate yet sophisticated, and they always seek to live life to the fullest. In addition, Spain has everything from snowy mountains to sun-drenched beaches to posh cities, which makes renting a car in Spain a great idea. You’ll definitely want to make sure you find the best time to visit Spain to make the most of this unforgettable country.
 

When Is the Best Time of Year to Visit Spain?

Some people may not realize that Spain is the second largest country in the European Union, and it can be separated into distinct climate zones that have fairly different weather and temperatures throughout the year. In terms of deciding on the best time of year to visit Spain, you can divide the country into three regions: the sunny and warm Mediterranean coast; the dry, hot, semi-arid region of the southeast; and the mild yet rainy northern coast along the Atlantic. Cities in the interior of the country, like the capital tend to be influenced by the closest predominant climate zone, as well as altitude. The varying climates mean you’ll always find a good time to go to Spain; Barcelona is one of the best European cities to visit in April, and Madrid is one of the best places to visit in Europe in October.

If you can only travel during a certain time of year, take that into consideration as you make your plans. Of course, the beautiful cities along the southern coast of Spain are wonderful for swimming and sunbathing in the summer, but July and August tend to bring large crowds to the beaches. If you’re not a fan of hot weather, consider heading north and renting a car in Bilbao or Santiago de Compostela, which are cooler than the south in the height of summer. Anyone who’s very averse to hot weather should definitely avoid cities like Seville, Madrid, and Cordoba; in summer, these cities regularly see temperatures above 90ºF for days or weeks on end.

For travelers who want to try to avoid the crowds, you should try to travel to Spain the shoulder or off season. Spain is an incredibly popular tourist destination for Europeans from colder countries, and August is their prime vacation time. Traffic becomes intense and hotels as harder to find as travelers from France, Germany, and the Netherlands flock to Spain’s sunny shores. Traveling in the months before or after the summer rush guarantees fewer crowds, lower prices, and comfortable weather. If you can travel in the winter, the Costa del Sol and Almeria are great places to visit; they’re still balmy, but unlike other tourist towns, most businesses remain open because a number of northern Europeans spend their winters there. Winter is also the perfect time to travel for ski enthusiasts because the Pyrenees, in the northeast of Spain, are snow covered from October to June.

A great way to determine the best time of year to go to Spain is to plan your trip around the country’s lively festivals. Spanish celebrations are fun, raucous, and sure to please. Some of the best festivals to attend include the running of the bulls in Pamplona, the tomato-crazy Tomatina in Buñol, Las Fallas in Valencia, or spending semana santa in Seville.
 

The Best Time to Travel to Spain

With so many different places to travel and such a wide variety of things to do, it seems like any time is the best time to travel to Spain! This is great for tourists because all you need to do is figure out what you’d like to do most, and then design your amazing Spain vacation around those activities. Before you travel, learn all you need to know with advice and tips in our Spain Travel Guide, or find inspiration in our Spain Road Trip Planners.

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Temperamental Spain is ready to receive guests at any time of the year, as beach, ski, and sightseeing holidays are popular here. nine0003

Those tourists who plan to purchase tours to Spain from Ufa should familiarize themselves with the existing seasons in order to choose the most optimal period for their vacation.

• The high beach period starts at the beginning of summer and lasts until the beginning of October. During this period, tourists go to the resorts of mainland and island Spain. The influx of tourists to the ski resort is celebrated on New Year and Christmas holidays.
• The low season is popular with holidaymakers who want to experience the culture and history of Spain. Without a crowd of intrusive tourists, you can relax in March, April, October and November. nine0008
• The velvet season comes at the end of the bathing season, at the beginning of September. At this time, there are fewer tourists on the beaches, the weather becomes milder and the cost of tours is gradually reduced.
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1. The beaches in Spain are some of the best in Europe. There are more than 1700 of them in total. There are long and open to powerful waves, but there are also small bays, where the water warms up perfectly all year round, sandy and pebbly. Almost all have a blue flag, evidence of environmental cleanliness. Developed infrastructure makes it possible to relax comfortably and engage in water sports. nine0003

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3. The excursion program is very extensive. You can visit a wine tasting or go to the famous monastery of Montserrat, to the miraculous icon of the Virgin, see the house of the great Salvador Dali, the Pablo Picasso Museum, go to a medieval jousting tournament or enjoy the show of color-musical fountains in front of the National Palace in Plaza España. nine0003

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6. This is a dream city over which the Creator himself stretched out his hands – his bronze statue has been standing on Mount Tibidabo for more than a century. The appearance of the capital of Catalonia has been formed for centuries. Today it amazes with an abundance of real treasures of architecture, the Roman Gothic Quarter, the bustling Ramblas, a giant aquarium.

7. The magnificent capital of Spain will not leave anyone indifferent. Although this Castilian city is the youngest in Europe, it has many majestic castles and palaces, the current residence of the king, wonderful parks and exquisite fountains. And the Prado Museum houses paintings by the greats Rembrandt, Goya, Velasquez and Titian. nine0003

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9. Spanish cuisine is rightfully considered one of the attractions of the country. Each region offers its own culinary delights. But you should definitely try the classics – spicy tomato gazpacho soup, the pride of paella housewives, the famous meat delicacies jamon and chorizo. And local wines have a rich bouquet, are diverse and at the same time are quite affordable. nine0003

10. In Spain, life does not stop even at night. Resort towns do not sleep until morning. But the most prestigious youth parties are held on the island of Ibiza. Thousands of fans of club life from all over the world come here. And the holiday lasts all day. Golden youth have fun, go to mega discos and clubs, sit in numerous bars.

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Weather Puerto de Santiago, Canary Islands, Spain long-term weather forecast

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	18 °C	6 am
	21 °C	12 pm
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sunrise 7:56 am
sunset 6:17 pm

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During the day clear. The highest temperature 22 °C. At night cloudy. The lowest temperature 15 °C.

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Time		State			Wind	Pressure	Humidity	Dew	total	Fog	Low	Middle	High
Saturday 12/24/2022
12 AM 7 PM		clear	17. 0  °C	0.0 mm	4 fps 3 mph southeast	1024 hPa	83 %	14 °C	0 %	0%	0%	0%	0%
6 AM 1 AM		clear	18.2  °C	0.0 mm	1 fps 1 mph east-southeast	1022 hPa	85 %	15 °C	0 %	0%	0%	0%	0%
12 PM 7 AM		clear	21.6  °C	0.0 mm	9 fps 6 mph south-southwest	1023 hPa	52 %	11 °C	0 %	0%	0%	0%	0%
6 PM 1 PM		clear	18.9  °C	0.0 mm	4 fps 3 mph south	1021 hPa	70 %	13 °C	0 %	0%	0%	0%	0%
Sunday 12/25/2022
12 AM 7 PM		cloudy	16. 5  °C	0.0 mm	5 fps 3 mph east-southeast	1021 hPa	60 %	8 °C	45 %	0%	6%	0%	42%
6 AM 1 AM		clear	17.2  °C	0.0 mm	6 fps 4 mph southeast	1019 hPa	52 %	7 °C	0 %	0%	0%	0%	0%
12 PM 7 AM		clear	21.9  °C	0.0 mm	11 fps 7 mph south	1019 hPa	30 %	3 °C	0 %	0%	0%	0%	0%
6 PM 1 PM		partly cloudy	18.4  °C	0.0 mm	7 fps 5 mph south	1016 hPa	71 %	13 °C	14 %	0%	14%	0%	0%

 

Puerto de Santiago, Canary Islands, Spain – information

State: Canary Islands, Spain

GPS coordinates: 28. 2367; -16.8434

Time zone: Atlantic / Canary
time difference in hours with time in NY is -1 hours

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Altitude: 2 m

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Puerto de Santiago – weather nearby – bigger cities

• Tanque, 9. 0 mi
• Los Silos, 9.1 mi
• Playa de las Américas, 14 mi
• San Juan de la Rambla, 16 mi
• San Miguel, Canary Islands, 17 mi
• Los Realejos, 18 mi

• Realejo Alto, 18 mi
• San Sebastián de la Gomera, 19 mi
• San Isidro, Canary Islands, 21 mi
• La Orotava, 22 mi
• Güimar, 25 mi
• La Victoria de Acentejo, 27 mi

Puerto de Santiago – weather nearby – the closest place

• Los Gigantes, 0.5 mi
• Playa de la Arena, 0.5 mi
• El Varadero, 0.8 mi
• Punta Tamaímo, 2.1 mi
• Tamaimo, 2.5 mi
• Alcalá, 2.6 mi

• El Malpaís, 2.8 mi
• Chío, 2.8 mi
• Lomo de Masca, 3.3 mi
• Los Picachos, 3.3 mi
• El Retamar, 3.4 mi
• Las Manchas, Canary Islands, 3.4 mi

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 Dec. 24, 2022 

Sunrise:	Sunset:
7:56 am	6:17 pm
Noon:	Length of day:
1:06 pm	10:21
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Sea water temperature Puerto de Santiago today

This data the coastal Puerto de Santiago sea water temperature today, tomorrow and the upcoming days. Besides, you can also get information about the weather and surf forecast, as well as the data on sunrise / sunset and moonrise / moonset at a given point on any given day.

Water temperature in Puerto de Santiago today is 22.2°C. Based on our historical data over a period of ten years, the warmest water in this day in Puerto de Santiago was recorded in 2009 and was 21.7°C, and the coldest was recorded in 2008 at 19.5°C. Sea water temperature in Puerto de Santiago is expected to drop to 20.6°C in the next 10 days. December average water temperature in Puerto de Santiago is 21.1°C, the minimum temperature is 19°C, and the maximum is 23°C.

The swimming season in Puerto de Santiago lasts from April to February. During those months, Puerto de Santiago water temperature does not drop below 20°C and therefore suitable for comfortable swimming. The average water temperature in Puerto de Santiago in winter reaches 20.2°C, in spring 19.8°C, in summer the average temperature rises to 22. 3°C, and in autumn it is 23.4°C.

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19 December 2022
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22.2°C

18 December 2022
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Surf Forecast in Puerto de Santiago for today

Another important indicators for a comfortable holiday on the beach are the presence and height of the waves, as well as the speed and direction of the wind. Please find below data on the swell size for Puerto de Santiago. We calculate the swell size based on the mean wave height (trough to crest) of each third highest wave. For more information on surf forecasts for the next ten days, please visit sea state forecast Puerto de Santiago. Data in table shown for 19 December 2022, time in GMT 0 format (you can change the time zone on the sea state forecast page)

0-3 h	3-6 h	6-9 h	9-12 h
4′ 1″	4′ 2″	4′ 2″	4′ 1″
1. 24 m	1.27 m	1.27 m	1.24 m

12-15 h	15-18 h	18-21 h	21-24 h
4′ 0″	3′ 10″	3′ 9″	3′ 8″
1.21 m	1.18 m	1.15 m	1.12 m

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Current temperature and weather

Data in a table show Puerto de Santiago temperature today (19 December 2022). For more information and forecast for a few days, go to the weather forecast Puerto de Santiago

0-3 h	3-6 h	6-9 h	9-12 h
17.3°C	14.8°C	13.5°C	19.2°C

12-15 h	15-18 h	18-21 h	21-24 h
22.7°C	23.1°C	20.8°C	18.5°C

Puerto de Santiago water temperature by month

These figures shows the average, minimum and maximum monthly sea temperature in Puerto de Santiago. In addition to the table values, the graph below displays of changes average surface temperature during the year. Values are calculated based on the data over the past 10 years. Using them, you can check the water temperature in Puerto de Santiago on any day of this period that interests you. Click on the month link and you will see a table for each day, or alternatively you can view the temperature curve of the month and select 2 different years you want to compare, either in a table or as a curve

Month	Avr	Min	Max
January	20°C	18.4°C	21.6°C	warm
Sea water temperature in Puerto de Santiago in January
February	19.4°C	18.2°C	20.7°C	cold
Sea water temperature in Puerto de Santiago in February
March	19.3°C	18.1°C	20.8°C	cold
Sea water temperature in Puerto de Santiago in March
April	19. 7°C	18.2°C	21°C	cold
Sea water temperature in Puerto de Santiago in April
May	20.4°C	18.9°C	22.1°C	warm
Sea water temperature in Puerto de Santiago in May
June	21.5°C	19.8°C	23.6°C	warm
Sea water temperature in Puerto de Santiago in June
July	22.3°C	20.6°C	23.7°C	warm
Sea water temperature in Puerto de Santiago in July
August	23.1°C	21.9°C	24.5°C	warm
Sea water temperature in Puerto de Santiago in August
September	23.9°C	22.7°C	26°C	warm
Sea water temperature in Puerto de Santiago in September
October	23.7°C	22°C	25. 2°C	warm
Sea water temperature in Puerto de Santiago in October
November	22.6°C	20.6°C	24.3°C	warm
Sea water temperature in Puerto de Santiago in November
December	21.1°C	19°C	23°C	warm
Sea water temperature in Puerto de Santiago in December

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Where is the warmest sea water in the world?

Planning a vacation on the beach and want to enjoy the warm sea, choose the day of the year, region and the minimum comfortable sea/ocean temperature that interests you. As a result, you will get a list of countries and cities in which the average sea temperature on this day over the past 10 years exceeds your chosen value

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Nearby beaches and cities

The nearest beaches and cities from Puerto de Santiago with the water temperature today, as well as the air temperature and the state of the weather during the day and the average wave height for today

	Water	Weather		Wave
Los Gigantes	22. 2°C	23°C		1.21 m
Playa de la Arena	22.2°C	23°C		1.21 m
Guia de Isora	22.3°C	21°C		1.21 m
Playa San Juan	22.3°C	21°C		1.21 m
Alcala	22.3°C	21°C		1.21 m
Marazul	22.4°C	22°C		1.13 m
Costa Adeje	22.3°C	22°C		1.13 m
Playa de las Americas	22.3°C	22°C		1.13 m
Adeje	22.3°C	22°C		1.13 m
Playa Paraiso	22.3°C	22°C		1.13 m

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Video: SeaWorld-owned orca whale ‘beaches’ herself after Loro Parque show

Theme Parks

Published June 6, 2016 12:59pm EDT

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Video of a captive killer whale beaching herself for more than 10 minutes on a concrete slab has reignited animal activists in the fight to free marine mammals used as entertainment. But the theme park that keeps the mammal said it’s “totally natural behavior.”

The video, posted by Ric O’Barry’s Dolphin Project (a non-profit dedicated to the welfare and protection of dolphins that, when possible, aims to free captive sea mammals) last week, shows a SeaWorld-owned orca named Morgan lying motionless on the concrete at the side of her tank after performing in one of three daily shows at Loro Parque, a zoo and waterpark located in Tenarife, Spain. The incident occurred on May 16 and some of the tourists who witnessed the beaching say footage indicates the orca was trying desperately to kill herself.

Morgan on concrete slide-out, Loro Parque, 05/16 from Dolphin Project on Vimeo.

Some visitors to the park were said to have taken selfies with the killer whale behind them while she lay on the concrete.

“Looks to me as if she’s trying to take her own life, I don’t blame her :(,” a commenter wrote under the video.

“Release the orcas!!! Their place is in the ocean!!! Shame on the humans who exploit them,” another wrote in French.

Orcas occasionally beach themselves for short periods while hunting, but their internal organs and muscles can be crushed by their weight if they stay on land for too long, according to zoologist David Lusseau of the University of Aberdeen.

“While we cannot explain the reason for her behavior, the juxtaposition of a previously-wild orca against the stark backdrop of the park’s performance area is unsettling, to say the least,” The Dolphin Project said in a statement.

“Sadly, Morgan was still out of the water by the time the videographers had to leave.”

On Saturday, Loro Parque released a statement regarding Morgan’s condition.

“It is absolutely illogical and absurd to assume that the length and the quality of such video would be sufficient to make a conclusion and declaration of such nature,” says the statement regarding the video. “A voluntary stranding is a natural behavior of orcas living in the wild… The orcas at Loro Parque are trained to leave the water on their own accord. This behavior is used for manifold purposes, for example, for presenting the animals to the public, for conducting corporal check-ups, for inspecting their blowholes, as well as for testing hearing abilities of the orcas.”

This file photo provided by Dolfinarium shows the female orca named Morgan as she is placed in a sling to be hoisted by crane into a container on a truck at the Dolfinarium in the Netherlands, ahead of her transfer by plane to amusement park Loro Parque on the Spanish island of Tenerife in Nov. 2011.
(AP File Photo)

Loro Parque says that when the animals are given free time, they often like to jump out of the water and it is a “totally natural behavior.”

“To speculate that this represents a sign of stress demonstrates utter ignorance about the natural behavior of this species.”

Unlike the five other orcas at Loro Parque, Morgan was born in the wild. Severely emaciated, she was captured in Dutch waters under a “rescue, rehabilitation and release” permit in 2010 and sent to Loro Parque in 2011. Two months ago, Morgan was recorded banging her head repeatedly into a metal grate in the Loro Parque medical pool. In a statement following that incident, the park said, “The video published by the Dolphin Project on its website is a new attempt at manipulation through exaggeration and dramatization of a completely normal situation in which there is no problem for the animals.”

But PETA says Morgan’s behavior signals a much larger issue.

“Morgan was captured from the sea six years ago and has been fighting hard against the trials of her captivity ever since. Her behavior shows that she is frantic to get back to the ocean home that she remembers and misses,” PETA Foundation Director of Animal Law Jared Goodman told FoxNews.com via email.

“At Loro Parque, where she is “on loan” from SeaWorld, she is treated as a possession and used for profit. She has been attacked by incompatible orcas dozens of times a day, has smashed her head into a gate over and over again, and has now beached herself in absolute desperation. SeaWorld needs to release this suffering orca and the others it holds captive to a seaside sanctuary now.”

SeaWorld, which does not have an official affiliation with Loro Parque but lent Morgan to the Spanish facility in 2011, told FoxNews.com via email that the animal’s actions constitute normal whale behavior and she will continue to “be part of the park presentations as normal.”

“Loro Parque is a respected zoological institution, and our two organizations manage the care of these killer whales cooperatively. We consult regularly with them on veterinary care, husbandry and training, and have enjoyed a long association with them on conservation programs, animal rescue and scientific research. Morgan receives regular health and wellness exams from a team of veterinarians and animal care specialists, and is currently healthy and thriving. In fact, she continues to grow and gain weight at a healthy rate since her rescue in 2010 when she was found alone and emaciated. There are no concerns with Morgan sliding out as shown in the video as the whales do this with some regularity.”

But the Free Morgan Foundation says Morgan lives in “horrific conditions” at the waterpark and provides a timeline on its website that it claims illustrates her suffering “and the indignity that she is exposed on a regular basis, having to perform tricks for food.”

Keto: The Other Whale Who Killed His Trainer

Two killer whale trainers were killed by orca, two months apart. Alexis Martinez was killed by the adult male orca Keto at Loro Parque in Tenerife, Canary Islands, on Christmas Eve 2009, just 62 days before Dawn Brancheau’s death at SeaWorld, in Orlando, Florida on February 24^th 2010. Brancheau was killed by another adult male orca, named Tilikum.

Since Brancheau’s death, SeaWorld orca Tilikum, who has been involved in the deaths of three people, has become undoubtedly one of the most recognized orca alive in captivity. His life-story has been turned into a book and documentary film, both including sections on Martinez and Keto, which have helped expose the tragedy at Loro Parque. However, our knowledge of Keto’s history and our understanding of his current state pales in comparison to what we have come to know about Tilikum.

The ‘Other’ Tilikum

Dr. Naomi Rose, marine mammal scientist with the Animal Welfare Institute, believes location and media attention have influenced this focus.

“It’s a sad fact that when Alexis Martinez was killed, the incident did not get any media attention at all. There was only one small Spanish media mention of his death and that was it. The owner of Loro Parque must have considerable influence over the Tenerife media, because the news simply did not leak,” Rose states.

Rose reveals that, after the Dolphin Project’s Ric O’Barry announced the death of Martinez on the Larry King Show, Larry King was unable to confirm the news, even with a staff member conducting a Google search for more information during a commercial break.

“Ric’s revelation on the Larry King Show was a complete shock to me (I was watching it live),” Rose recalls, “Within days it was confirmed by other sources but even still, it never got the media attention that Dawn Brancheau’s death did, not until Blackfish was released.”

After Brancheau’s death, the USA’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) cited SeaWorld for exposing trainers to ‘struck-by and drowning’ hazards, as well as other safety violations. SeaWorld’s knowledge of the death of Martinez at Loro Parque was called into question during the court hearing that followed when SeaWorld challenged the citation. A summary of the hearing by The Orca Project suggests that SeaWorld changed their protocol in dealing with such incidents.

Instead of routinely pulling their trainers from the water for a long period of time immediately following the attack by Keto, SeaWorld waited two days before acting on the news and in the case of the Florida facility, the trainers remained out of the water for only one day. Waterwork at Loro Parque was immediately (and is still) suspended.

“I honestly think the lack of attention to Alexis’ death was one of the most unethical things SeaWorld ever did,” Rose upholds, “They knew about it, yet SeaWorld never said a word to the US media, despite it being one of their captive-born whales who killed Alexis. If Dawn hadn’t died nine weeks later, it’s hard to know if anyone outside of Tenerife to this day would know about Alexis’ death.”

Swimming Under the Radar

In 2011, former SeaWorld trainers Jeff Ventre and John Jett released a paper investigating how Keto and Tilikum have expressed the stress that the captive environment places them under. A video of Keto enduring an endoscopy procedure at Loro Parque was also made available, documenting an example of the stress he endures in captivity. The same year, Tim Zimmermann, journalist and associate-producer of Blackfish, wrote Blood in the Water. The article documented Martinez’ death, as well as life at Loro Parque for the four SeaWorld orca who had been transferred there.

A recent article from journalist and orca advocate Elizabeth Batt explored the report issued after Martinez’ death. Batt’s article details the events leading up to the attack by Keto. Despite this, there is still very little available in the way of media updates about the current quality of life and state of welfare that Keto is experiencing at Loro Parque.

Batt thinks there might be a simple explanation, “Aside from being involved in the death of Mr. Martinez, we just don’t know as much about Keto as we do about Tilikum. We don’t know how many other incidents Keto has been involved in and we can’t talk with trainers who have recently worked with Keto, like we have been able to for Tilikum. ”

Keto performs unnatural behaviours in daily orca entertainment shows at Loro ParqueSam Lipman

 

It is of no surprise to Batt that news of Keto and the death of Martinez evaded public attention for so long.

“Consider the things we wouldn’t have discovered but for the OSHA versus SeaWorld trial. The video of the attack on Ken Peters, for instance,” Batt says.

The death of Daniel Dukes in 1999 is also another case Batt believes worthy of closer investigation. Dukes’ night-time death went reportedly unobserved at SeaWorld, Florida, where he was found dead one morning, draped over Tilikum’s back.

“All the cameras they have at SeaWorld and they didn’t capture anything. The checks allegedly done by trainers every night on the animals, including respiration checks, which involve far more observation than a passing glance. Yet nobody saw anything?”

What do We Know About Keto?

So what do we know about this other orca who killed his trainer? We know that Keto was born on June 17^th 1995 at SeaWorld, Florida. His mother Kalina, the original ‘baby Shamu’, was a hybrid captive-born orca, conceived from Icelandic and Southern resident bloodlines.

Keto’s sire Kotar, who died before Keto’s birth, was a wild-captured orca of Icelandic origins. In 1999, at just under four years of age, Keto underwent his first transfer to SeaWorld, California. Little over one year later, Keto was moved again, this time to SeaWorld, Ohio and ten months after that, he was relocated to SeaWorld, Texas. Keto was still only five-years-old at the time of this third transfer. He has been moved an alarming number of times and Keto is one of only a few orca to have been kept at all four SeaWorld parks.

On February 13^th 2006, Keto was flown to Loro Parque from SeaWorld, Texas, along with another male, Tekoa. At the time, Keto was aged ten and Tekoa only five-years-old. Kohana and Skyla, two females, were also relocated, at the same time, to Tenerife from SeaWorld, Florida. They were aged three and two respectively at time of transfer.

The Loro Parque orca have been described as the most dysfunctional group of orca in captivity, all having been removed from their mothers at an incredibly young age (something that would be highly unlikely to happen in the wild).

“Keto has been bounced around from park to park and perhaps there is a clue there?” Batt observes, referring to Keto’s aggressive disposition.

Since Keto’s transfer to Loro Parque, he has sired two calves with Kohana. Adán was born in 2010, when Kohana was only eight-years-old. Adán still resides at the Tenerife facility. Vicky, conceived only four months after Adán’s birth, was born in 2012 and died at just ten-months of age. Both calves were rejected by their mother, resulting in rearing intervention by park staff.

Dr. Ingrid N. Visser, orca biologist and co-founder of the Free Morgan Foundation, has spent many hours at Loro Parque, gathering evidence about their treatment of recently wild-caught Norwegian orca Morgan. Visser has found it increasingly difficult to observe Morgan and the other orca outside of the entertainment shows that run four-times daily at the Orca Ocean stadium.

Morgan is continually shadowed and harassed by KetoDr. Ingrid N. Visser/www.freemorgan.org

 

“Loro Parque trainers do their best to keep interactions from the public’s watchful eye,” Visser explains, ” When I first started going to Loro Parque to observe Morgan, it was possible to see her between shows, but now [Loro Parque’s owner] has ordered park maintenance staff to build high fences and install canvas barriers around the orca tanks. Clearly, he and the staff have things to hide.”

A History of Aggression

Currently, weighing in at around 3,400kg and measuring about 5.6m in length, Keto’s issues with trainers have a consistent, albeit small dataset of events on record.  Visser has gleaned, from various sources, four other events where Keto has displayed aggressive behaviour towards his trainers.

The first attack occurred in September 1998, when Keto was only three-years-old. Open-mouthed, with his teeth exposed, he pushed his trainer around the pool at SeaWorld, Florida. A similar incident occurred in March 1999, just days after Keto was moved from Florida to SeaWorld, California. Again, open-mouthed, Keto swam into his trainer.

In December 1999, still at SeaWorld, California, Keto snapped at his trainer during a training session. It wasn’t until August 2002 that another incident was officially recorded for Keto, when he again swam into his trainer, open-mouthed, this time at SeaWorld, Texas. The next event (that we know of) proved fatal: the death at Loro Parque. Should these previous attacks have acted as a warning?

As an adult male, Keto has one thing in common with all the other captive male orca: he has a completely collapsed dorsal fin.  But this is where publicly available information about Keto is exhausted.

Not much is known about how Loro Parque staff have been responding to Keto since the death of Martinez.

“If you asked me if they treated Keto differently than the other orca then my logical assumption would be ‘of course, he is a known killer’,” Visser says, “but it is worth keeping mind that they also treat Morgan differently, keeping her locked in the extremely small medical tank for prolonged periods.”

The medical tank Visser refers to has a dimension of 12.4x7x4.2m (bearing in mind that Morgan is more than 4m long). Trainers have also been observed holding Keto in the small medical tank by himself for the duration of the orca entertainment shows, as well as placing the 19-year-old male in the same tank as the considerably younger Morgan, in attempts to impregnate her.

A Watchful Eye on the Future

Although difficult to say for sure with such little evidence, life doesn’t seem to have changed too drastically for Keto since he killed Martinez. Trainers can still be seen interacting with him and ‘petting’ him during the orca shows, even so far as kneeling in the slide-out area next to him. Is this a wise move? In Rose’s expert opinion, it is not possible to say whether Keto might kill again.

Loro Parque trainer pets Keto from the slide-out area in the main pool during an orca entertainment showSam Lipman

 

“We can speculate all we want, but we cannot know what is going on inside a captive orca’s head. We might know if an animal is depressed or engaged, as depression has symptoms, as do engagement and alertness. But we can’t tell if they are ‘happy’ or ‘sad.’ The more sophisticated the cognition of a species, the less we can speculate about what any individual of that species thinks and feels.” Rose is, however, clear on one thing, “If anyone ever gets into the water again with Keto, they are taking an incredibly foolish risk.”

Keto and Tilikum aren’t the only orca in captivity to show aggressive tendencies. In fact, Visser reminds us that there are countless catastrophic stories to be told about the orca lost inside the captive display industry.

“No matter which orca you look at, Keto, Morgan, Kiska (in Marineland, Canada), Lolita (in Miami Seaquarium, Florida), Tilikum himself or any of the 53 orca currently in captivity, they all have extremely tragic stories to be told,”Visser continues, “If the facilities who currently hold them truly do care, as they continually claim, we can only hope that they will do the right thing and remove these orca from concrete tanks, stop breeding them, act like responsible custodians and allow them to live out the rest of their lives in dignity and with a better quality of life.”

Keto is held in the small medical tank at Loro Parque for the duration of an orca entertainment showSam Lipman

 

It is difficult to say what the future will hold for Keto going forward and, without public pressure, it does not seem likely we will find out. The path of his life in captivity is, however, inevitable and it cannot be forgotten that Keto will be unlikely to reach the maximum longevity of 60 or 70 years of age that his wild counterparts can and do achieve.

He is unlikely even to reach 30 years, the mean life expectancy for males in the wild. In the meantime, Keto will continue to reside as a member of the world’s most dysfunctional group of captive orca. We can but hope the outlook for the Loro Parque orca soon improves and drastically too.

Loro Parque : Travel notes of the bird

Traveling with children is always fun. I mean the fact that children will have to be entertained, otherwise whining and whims are inevitable, threatening to spoil your entire holiday experience. On the island of Tenerife, there are a lot of opportunities for entertaining children, and today I will tell you about the most famous of them – Loro Parque. Loro Park is a huge area that is home to many animals and birds.

At the entrance to the park, we were greeted by a pleasant Thai-style pagoda, near which golden and not very small fish swam in a small lake. nine0003

Attention! There are many more photos (70 pieces). If traffic allows you, be sure to check it out. They are worth it 🙂

The park owes its name to parrots (from the Spanish “loro” – parrot) and there are really a great many of them here. All kinds of colors and types, large and small, talking and just squeaky. There are traditional parrots in cages, there are extensive pavilions where, if you’re lucky, you can even feed them. Well, for those who are not enough, they prepared a special attraction where parrots perform circus numbers. nine0003

Parrots can ride minimotorcycles, buy minisoda in miniautomatic machines. The performance is interactive, children are also invited, but only a few people who are lucky. Max was lucky and, in addition to participating in one of the numbers, he got Loro Park’s signature cap.

As in many similar parks, performances here are held according to the schedule, which can be obtained at the entrance. In order to be in time everywhere, you need not to yawn and keep track of time, as each show is worth watching. nine0003

After the parrot show, we immediately ran to the dolphin show. We have already gone to such performances more than once, but despite this, we enjoyed the spectacle and skill with pleasure. Trainers and their pets never ceased to amaze us with amazing tricks and jumps. Killer whales followed the dolphins, but in another pavilion we immediately ran there. Killer whales are something incredible. Huge animals with such grace performing the most difficult somersaults are just fantastic. Yulia and Max sat down in the so-called “splash zones”, that is, places where all the splashes fly. It was wet, but very close to see. I sat in a strategically convenient place – higher, so that the shooting turned out to be on a larger scale 🙂

A killer whale jumps almost instantly and is very difficult to catch in flight.

After each trick, the killer whale seems to be waiting for approval and basking in the rays of glory 🙂

Crown number – crawling out of the platform, which turned out to be quite easy for such a carcass.

Showed up closer to the audience.

Closer angle

Top in water

Waving to the audience

Reward for the trick – half a bucket of fish

Rolling on the side

Enchanting jump

How do you think they liked it?

Killer whale carcass, rear view

After running around various shows, I had to take a break from rest and Max enjoyed running and lying on the children’s slide.

While he is resting, I will show you some pictures of the local flora

This flower is called “Bird of Paradise” and is quite common in the Canary Islands.

And this is another native of the Canary Islands, I don’t remember the name.

Larger

Flamingos

Then we went into the aquarium, where, in general, there was nothing else besides beautiful fish and sharks.

The only place where parrots can be seen not in a cage is a large tree, entangled in a net, climbing into the crown of which you can get very close to incredibly colorful parrots and other birds. Birds do not particularly trust visitors, and therefore my TV came to my aid again.

After walking along the branches of the tree, we went outside and were very surprised by what we saw. Right next to some kind of mirrored building, a crowned crane was walking. He and his reflection in the mirror gave me an amazing shot. nine0003

And the most amazing thing, no one tried to grab him by the tail, although there were a great many children in the park.

Literally five meters from the crane, we found a lizard that looked at us suspiciously, but did not run away.

Passed by the pen with meerkats – no cages, only safety glasses. This meerkat stood on the lookout while relatives took food.

Leopard is also behind glass, though not very clean.

We caught a giant turtle feeding. The breadwinner, judging by his physiognomy, does not really like this process.

A chic tiger also rested in a spacious enclosure. The telephoto lens made it possible to take a photo of almost portrait quality. But my obsessive attention frightened off the predator and he contemptuously retired.

His albino counterpart is also excellent and much more calm, although he may have just been napping.

Monkeys, as always, delighted with their human facial expressions and world sorrow of their emotions.

The last show we went to was fur seals. Yes, it is familiar and happens almost everywhere, but this did not make it less interesting and funny. The cats are cool, yes 🙂

At the end of our walk, we looked into one of the largest penguin nurseries in Spain (yes, you heard right). For penguins, a special refrigerator has been created here, where they feel comfortable. They are covered with artificial snow and the water is cooled. Well, they feed from the belly, what can I say 🙂 This sad girl in the photo is responsible for the feeding process. nine0003

And in this huge jar, ten meters high, apparently, food for penguins is stored.

This is the end of our walk through this amazing place, where we will undoubtedly return again and again. It remains only to say that the pleasure of visiting will cost you 32 euros for an adult and 21 euros for a child.

This story is one of a series of stories about our trip to Tenerife in January 2011.

All photos are clickable, just click on any photo and view in good quality

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Holidays with children on your own. Loro Park (Tenerife, Spain) – show of parrots, dolphins and killer whales

Tenerife has a park that has attracted an insane number of visitors – 40 million! Loro Parque in Tenerife is a commercial project by Wolfgang Kiesling that turned out to be an absolute success. Tourists come here with pleasure, especially this place is popular with families with children, but just for those who love animals, it will be extremely interesting here. nine0003

History

It can be said that it all started in the childhood of Wolfgang Kiesling. When he was still a boy, he came to his father to consult with him about what kind of pet he should have. Father, without hesitation, said that it was a parrot, because parrots do not eat much, and if they are taught different tricks, then it will still be possible to earn money. After this incident, Wolfgang became interested in these birds and over the years his love for them only grew stronger.

For some time the future owner of Loro Park lived in Thailand. There are quite a few natural parks where you can communicate with these birds. Arriving in Tenerife with the idea of ​​investing family money in a profitable business, Wolfgang noticed that it was warm and comfortable here, so parrots would like this climate. This is how the idea of ​​creating a park for parrots on the island was born. Over time, it was called Loro Parque, in Spanish “loro” – “parrot” .

The idea was that people would come to see the parrots, enjoy their fun and interesting show, and then buy yellow baseball caps made especially for the park and with its logo. The idea turned out to be quite profitable, and the children enjoyed spending time here. At first, the area of ​​Loro Park was not so big, only 1.3 hectares. With the growth of popularity, the area of ​​the park also grew. Now it is 13.5 hectares. The collection of parrots also increased and now 4 thousand of these birds live in Loro Park.
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What to see in Loro Parque?

Entering Loro Park, you will immediately see buildings in the style of Thailand. This is a feature of the park. The materials for their construction were brought from Thailand itself. Then your attention will definitely be attracted by a pond with Japanese carps, you can feed them. If you throw a piece of bread at them, the water will boil, and a real fight will begin between the fish. But this does not mean that they are hungry, just very greedy.

Next, you should go to the stand with information about the performances or read it in the booklet. Check the map and decide which route you will take. The performances on the territory of Loro Park are designed so that you can see everything in a day. But if you plan the time correctly, you will be able to see almost the entire territory. nine0003

In total, 4 shows are held in Loro Parque: parrots, killer whales, fur seals and dolphins . Each show runs for half an hour and several times. For a long time, the parrot show was the hallmark of the park, but now the killer whale show attracts more attention. These predators appeared in the park in 2006. And they became so popular that they even changed the logo of the park for them. Representations of killer whales are always different, because these are animals with character, and trainers have to reckon with their opinion.

Marine life performances are not complete without splashing water. If you sit in the front rows (the so-called Splash Zone), you will definitely get wet, so either get ready to walk around the park in wet clothes or buy a cape in advance for 3 euros and put it on. It is better to come to the performances 20 minutes in advance in order to take the best seats and get full enjoyment from the show. nine0003

In addition to animal shows, Loro Parque has a lot to offer.
One of the most interesting places is a makeshift Antarctica. different kinds of penguins live here . Their territory is large, and they even think that they are at home. With the help of snow cannons, 12 tons of snow is created per day, which falls on animals in the form of fluffy snowflakes. The penguins are doing great, eating fish and looking through the glass at the tourists watching them.

You can’t even pass by Aquarium with a wide variety of fish. There is even a tunnel, 18 meters long, passing through which you can see sea giants and smaller fish in all its glory and from all angles, and, in general, feel like you are in the underwater kingdom.