Vicente Vallés and Ángela Blanco are one of the most recognizable couples on Spanish television. He is the evening news anchor on Antena 3, and she is his ‘rival’ on Telecinco. Their faces appear daily on the screens of millions of viewers, but few realize that, away from the cameras and the hustle of the capital, this couple has long been making plans for a very different, secluded life. They have found their personal sanctuary, a quiet retreat in the Canary Islands, where they intend to move after concluding their illustrious careers.
Unlike many celebrities who choose popular destinations like Mallorca or Ibiza for relaxation, the journalists opted for a much less touristy spot. Their hearts were won over by Abades, a small coastal village in the south of Tenerife, also known as Los Abriguitos. This place became a true discovery for them during one of their Christmas trips, when they decided to explore the island. The charm of Abades was so strong that, according to Vallés himself, they immediately knew they would want to return again and again.
Abades is a world of contrasts and tranquility. This village, made up of white bungalows built at the end of the last century, is washed by the waters of the Atlantic. Its beaches are covered with unusual black volcanic sand, and the lush vegetation gives the feeling of an oasis. It is the perfect place for those seeking peace, who love diving and long walks along picturesque trails. The unique character of the area is also shaped by the mysterious abandoned leprosarium, which has become one of the island’s most intriguing attractions. It’s this atmosphere of complete escape from reality that won over the celebrity couple.
The couple makes no secret that their plans for Abades go far beyond short holidays. They are seriously considering spending long months here once they retire. This is a thoughtful decision about their “life after work,” about a peaceful and unhurried existence under the Canary sun. Over the past few years, the family has visited every island in the archipelago, but it is this small corner of Tenerife that has become their symbol of the future.
Their love story began back in 1999 in the newsroom of Telecinco. Since then, they have journeyed through life together, maintaining an impressive balance between their relationship and parallel careers on rival channels. Valles, who comes from a humble Madrid family, has achieved remarkable success in journalism and has even become a successful author, recently presenting his latest novel. Despite their public profiles, they strive to protect their private life, in which, as they admit, there is only one taboo subject. That subject is football: he is a devoted Atlético fan, while she is a passionate supporter of Real Madrid.
