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OCTOBER 16th 2022

“WE ARE SAILING, WE ARE SAILING” SAILING FROM MALAGA AND BACK TO MALAGA CRUISE, THE MSC MAGNIFICA IS STUNNING! THIS 11 NIGHT CRUISE STARTING FROM MALAGA WITH THE FIRST PORT OF CALL MARSEILLES, THEN ON TO GENOA, BARCELONA, TANGIER, LANZAROTE & TENERIFE AND THEN BACK TO MALAGA

Your full itinerary is. Depart Malaga on the: 16th October 2022 | 17th: at sea | 18th: Marseilles 19th: Genoa | 20th: Barcelona | 21st: at sea | 22nd: Tangier | 23rd: at sea 24th: madeira | 25th: lanzarote | 26th: at sea | 27th October: home to Malaga In October 2021… 200 of us (very nice people) from here on the Costa del sol will be sailing out of Malaga and back to Malaga. Many of us will be on board the ship, Drinking our all-inclusive drinks within 3 - 4 hours of leaving our homes so as this local, very inexpensive cruise, is so popular, we are doing the same cruise in 2022.

Your cabin price includes: • Dining in a choice of restaurants, • the ‘PREMIUM’ drinks package (All your drinks in every bar & restaurant 24/7)

• ‘GRATUITIES’ Experienced cruisers know that cruise lines

our ship IS the MSC MAGNIFICA Your ‘GROUP’ cabin prices for this 11 NIGHT CRUISE

INSIDE £939* OUTSIDE (WINDOW) £1119* BALCONY £1219*

have got into the habit of adding 10% or more (under the heading gratuities) but not on our cruises

*All prices are Per Person & ALL CABINS ARE ‘FANTASTICA’ grade cabins

To make life really easy, OUR PRIVATE COACHES, TAKING US TO OUR SHIP, WILL START FROM THE GIBRALTAR BORDER, DUQUESA PORT, ESTEPONA & LA CALA. EACH COACH MAKING CONVENIENT STOPS FOR YOU TO JOIN US AT ‘YOUR PRESELECTED BUS STOP’ ON THE A7. THEY WILL ALSO MEET US ON OUR RETURN.

WE ARE HOLDING (RESERVED) 80 CABINS ON THE ABOVE DEAL: 10 INSIDE CABINS, 10 WINDOW CABINS AND 50 BALCONY CABINS AND 10 SUITES WHEN THEY ARE GONE OUR PRICES WILL RETURN TO ‘NON GROUP’ PRICES AND WE WILL LOSE THE PREMIUM DRINKS PACKAGE. CRUISE LINES ARE LIKE AIRLINES, THEY PUT THEIR PRICES UP AS THEIR SHIPS AND PLANES FILL UP.

Your deposit is. £ 100 per person and 50 € per person (To Marbella Cruisers) Organization/administration fee. When paid, your cabin price, including Premium drinks package and pre-paid gratuities are ‘CAST IN STONE’ Your final payment is due. 90 DAYS before sailing date. As soon as your deposit and organization fee are paid you will get regular updates on all subjects relating to this cruise.

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23rd DECEMBER 2022

“CHRISTMAS CRUISE”

ON THE ‘FLAGSHIP’ OF ONE OF THE WORLD’S LARGEST CRUISE LINES MSC ‘GRANDIOSA’ CHRISTMAS ON A CRUISE SHIP IS VERY SPECIAL! NO FOOD SHOPPING, NO COOKING, NO WASHING UP AND NO CLEANING

Your cabin price includes: • Dining in a choice of restaurants, • the ‘PREMIUM’ drinks package (All your drinks in every bar & restaurant 24/7)

• ‘GRATUITIES’

Experienced cruisers know that cruise lines have got into the habit of adding 10% or more (under the heading gratuities) but not on our cruises

To make life easy, we will also run a coach along the A7 (optional) to the train station in Malaga and then meet us, on our return, taking you back to your local bus stop on the A7. Does cruising get any easier? We sail from Barcelona on 23rd December and to be certain of not missing the ship, (cruise ships wait for nobody) we have a ‘GROUP PRICE’ to stay, in a luxurious 4.5 star hotel directly across the road from the Barcelona train station on the 22nd of December. The following morning, after our inclusive breakfast, a coach will be waiting outside our hotel to take us to our ship. If you choose to travel to Barcelona by plane, we will be delighted to meet you in our hotel bar early evening for a drink and to meet other cruisers.

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our ‘GROUP’ cabin prices for this 7 NIGHT CRUISE

INSIDE £829* OUTSIDE (WINDOW) £959* BALCONY £1129* ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON AND ALL CABINS ARE ‘FANTASTICA’ GRADE CABINS WE ARE HOLDING (RESERVED) 60 CABINS ON THE ABOVE DEAL 10 INSIDE CABINS, 10 WINDOW CABINS AND 40 BALCONY CABINS WHEN THEY ARE GONE OUR PRICES WILL RETURN TO ‘NON GROUP’ PRICES AND WE WILL LOSE THE PREMIUM DRINKS PACKAGE. CRUISE LINES ARE LIKE AIRLINES, THEY PUT THEIR PRICES UP AS THEIR SHIPS AND PLANES FILL UP.

Your deposit is. £100 per person and 50€ per person (To Marbella Cruisers) Organization/administration fee. When paid, your cabin price, including Premium drinks package and pre-paid gratuities are ‘CAST IN STONE’ Your final payment is due. 90 DAYS before sailing date. As soon as your deposit and organization fee are paid you will get regular updates on all subjects relating to this cruise.

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Welcome to the April 2022 edition of Costa Link Magazine, we are celebrating our 15th Anniversary! We can’t quite believe it… Well my rain-dance worked we have been looking out on very gloomy skies for the past few weeks and are now going into the first realms of the chaotic Easter & holiday frenzy that invades us every year here on the Costa del Sol!

Ed’s Note...

There are a lot of days to remember this month, firstly watch out for the practical jokers on the 1st! Then it’s Easter, Maundy Thursday on the 14th, Good Friday on the 15th & Easter Day on the 17th expect celebrations up and down the Costa del Sol for Semana Santa. For the more patriotic English people it’s St George’s Day on the 23rd. So whatever you decide to get involved in or celebrate I am sure it’s going to be a good one… Happy Easter from all of us at the Costa Link Magazine! xxx

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What is the Gender of a Computer? We find out in “A Women’s World” this month!

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Solutions on page 82 Pit your brains against the TRIVIA QUIZ, questions for all ages from 6 -116!

NAG, NAG, NAG… What we really hear also is one husband about to make a costly mistake in “A Man’s World” this month on page 34…

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Celebrities custom cars, stylish and unique vehicles. We take a look at a few in ‘All Revved Up’ on page 70...

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Solutions on page 82 Puzzle It Out... Puzzles galore challenge those little grey cells.

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“The Kids Page” with puzzles, jokes & lots, lots more...

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A Woman’s World WHAT IS THE GENDER OF A Computer?

Ships are addressed as 'she' and 'her'. I often wondered what gender computers were. To answer that question, we set up two groups of computer experts. The first was comprised of women, and the second of men. Each group was asked to recommend whether computers should be referred to in the feminine gender, or the masculine gender. They were asked to give four reasons for their recommendation.... The group of women reported that the computers should be referred to in the masculine gender because:

The men, on the other hand, concluded that Computers should be referred to in the feminine gender because:

1) In order to get their attention, you have to turn them on.

1) No one but the Creator understands their internal logic.

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2) The native language they use to communicate with other computers is incomprehensible to everyone else.

3) They are supposed to help you solve problems, but half the time they are the problem. 4) As soon as you commit to one, you realise that, if you had waited a little longer you could have had a better model.

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HOT GOSSIP...

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WHAT I AM...? Can you work out “WHAT I AM” from questions 1 to 10 1) An earthquake struck me before I was completed 2) 19 Men fell off me during my construction & were saved by netting 3) On my 15th anniversary crowds on me made me temporarily flatten 4) It took 30 years to remove lead-based paint from me 5) I weigh 840 Million Tons 6) The cables holding me up are 3 foot in diamater 7) In A View to a Kill, Bond fought Maximillian Zorn on me 8) I have 2 forts & 11-gun batteries guarding me 9) I have been destroyed 12 times in the Movies 10) I’m not gold but a reddish-orange colour Answer on page 82

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What’s lurking in your fridge? CONTINUED! THE SINGLE MANS GUIDE TO STORING FOOD.... Have you ever opened the fridge and found a number of items that you can’t quite determine what they started as? Has the milk or an opened can of beans deteriorated to the point in which it is not edible to humans, here are a few quick checks you can carry out to see if you can still eat it! BREAD: Sesame seeds and Poppy seeds are the only officially acceptable "spots" that should be seen on the surface of any loaf of bread. Fuzzy and hairy-looking white or green growth areas are a good indication that your bread has turned into a pharmaceutical laboratory experiment. FLOUR: Flour is off when it wiggles. SALT: Never goes off. CANNED GOODS: Any canned goods that have become the size or shape of a tennis ball should be disposed of. Carefully. RAISINS, SULTANAS & DRIED FRUIT: Raisins sultanas and dried fruit should not be harder than your teeth. POTATOES: Fresh potatoes do not have roots, branches, or any other leafy undergrowth. DIP’S: If you can take it out of its container and bounce it on the floor, it has gone bad. UNMARKED CONTAINERS: You know it is well beyond prime when you're tempted to discard the Tupperware along with the food. Generally speaking, Tupperware containers should not burp or bubble over when you open them.

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1) Which English football club is known as 'Pompey'? 2) What type of pastry is used to make vol au vents? 3) What country does golfer Nick Price originate from? 4) How many valves are there on a trumpet? 5) In which town did the IRA bomb the Conservative Party Conference in 1984? 6) Which Super Group had a hit with Innuendo? 7) What has the chemical symbol Zn? 8) Which detective does Benedict Cumberbatch portray on the TV? 9) Which country does the band Clannard originate from? 10) The island of Corfu is two miles off the coast of which country? 11) Which part of a plant can also be referred to as the ‘tap’?

12) What name is given to a female ferret? 13) Which song has the line ‘I kept my promise, Don’t keep your distance’? 14) Who is the host of TV's "Would I Lie To You"? 15) Which celeb has children named Daisy Boo Pamela and Petal Blossom Rainbow? 16) In which city is the Wailing Wall? 17) Which film starred Robin Williams as a genie? 18) How should you officially address the Pope? 19) What is the name of the counting machine, which consists of a frame & beads? 20) Which sport do the initials WBC stand for? 21) What are Suffolk’s and Cheviot’s?

22) Umberto II was the last King of which country? 23) Who was affectionately known as ‘Old Blues Eyes’? 24) What is the minimum number of people required for a game of Cribbage? 25) What is the proper name for the London attraction ‘Aly Pally’? 26) What does a testator make? 27) Which sign of the zodiac do two fishes represent? 28) Which Shakespeare play contained the Capulet and the Montague families? 29) Which country’s capital is Nairobi? 30) What was Rudolph Nureyev famous for?

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You Know You’re Getting Old When... 1. Kidnappers are not very interested in you. 2. In a hostage situation you are likely to be released first. 3. No one expects you to run….anywhere. 4. People call at 8 PM and ask, "Did I wake you?" 5. People no longer view you as a hypochondriac. 6. There is nothing left to learn the hard way. 7. Things you buy now won't wear out. 8. You eat your supper at 5 PM. 9. You can live without sex but not your glasses. 10. Your supply of brain cells is finally down to manageable size. 11. Everything hurts and what doesn't hurt doesn't work. 12. The gleam in your eyes is from the sun hitting your bifocals. 13. You feel like the morning after and you haven't been anywhere. 14. Your children begin to look middle aged. 15. You look forward to a dull evening. 16. Your favorite part of the newspaper is "20 Years Ago Today." 17. You turn out the lights for economic rather than romantic reasons.

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You Know You’re Getting Old When... 18. Your back goes out more than you do. 19. You buy a compass for the dashboard of your car. 20. You have a dream about prunes. 21. You sink your teeth into a steak, and they stay there. 22. You're asleep, but others worry that you're dead. 23. You stop trying to hold your stomach in. 24. Your Pacemaker makes the garage doors go up when you see a pretty girl. 25. You are proud of your lawn mower. 26. Your friend is dating someone half his age...and isn't breaking any laws. 27. You would rather go to work than stay home sick. 28. You constantly talk about the price of petrol. 29. You enjoy hearing about other people's operations. 30. The little old gray haired lady you helped across the street is your wife. 31. You wear black socks with sandals. 32. Your ears are hairier than your head. 33. You get into a heated argument about pension plans. 34. You have a party and the neighbors don't even realise it. 35. When you bend over, you look for something else to do while you're down there.

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GUESS THE YEAR...

Can you work out “WHICH YEAR IT IS” from the following questions? 1) A series of massive earthquakes hit Japan, unleashing a 10-metre tsunami 2) Osama Bin Laden was found and killed by US Navy Seals 3) NASA launches the Juno spacecraft during August of this year 4) Elizabeth Taylor, Amy Winehouse and Steve Jobs died 5) Apple releases the iPhone 4S 6) Prince William marries Catherine Middleton at Westminster Abbey 7) Novak Djokovic wins first Wimbledon title 8) The last US troops withdrew from Iraq 9) At the movies you would have been watching: The Social Network, Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows: Part II or Bridesmaids 10) Popular musicians included: Adele: Someone Like You Lady Gaga: You & I Rihanna: We Found Love

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A Man’s World

It’s A FUNNY OLD WORLD...

A HIGH PRICE TO PAY....A man and his ever-nagging wife went on holiday to Jerusalem. While they were there, the wife passed away. The undertaker told the husband, “you can have her buried here in the Holy Land for €1500 or we can have her shipped back home for €50000.” The husband thought about it and told the undertaker he would have her shipped back home. The undertaker asked him, “why would you spend €50000 to have her shipped home when you could have a beautiful burial here, and it would only cost €1500?” The husband replied, “Long ago, a man (JESUS) died here, was buried here, and three days later, rose from the dead. I just can’t take that chance!”

Dave takes the wife Jenny to a disco. Dave & Jen at the Disco... There's a guy on the dance floor doing it all... Break dancing, moon-walking, back flips, the works. The Jenny turns to Dave and says:"See that guy? 25 years ago he proposed to me and I turned him down." Dave says: "Looks like he's still celebrating!!!"

WHAT A WOMAN SAYS...

WHAT A MAN HEARS...

“This place is a mess!

‘Blah, blah, blah, blah, COME ON,

Come on, you and I need to clean.

Blah, blah, blah, blah, YOU AND I

Your stuff is on the floor

Blah, blah, blah, blah, ON THE FLOOR

And you’ll have no clothes to wear

Blah, blah, blah, blah, NO CLOTHES

If we don’t do the laundry right now.”

Blah, blah, blah, blah, RIGHT NOW.’

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FOUR BEDROOM VILLA MIJAS GOLF €1.100.000

A bargain property is new to the market. The 4 large Bedroom apartment comes with 2 Bathrooms, large independent kitchen, bright living room and a storage room. Located in the heart of Fuengirola 5 mins walk to the beach. Ref: CC0053

Luxury new build Villas in La Cala Golf Resort with 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, Private Pool, Terraces all facing West. Elysium Golf consists of only 15 exclusive villas with double height ceilings and floor to ceiling windows. Ref: CC0061

This amazing architectural show piece is distributed on a plot of more than a 1000m2, Built area of 660m2, 2 Floors and a Basement. The property is carefully built with materials like Italian marble from the prestigious Piedra Paloma firm. Ref: CC0034

FOUR BED TOWNHOUSE THREE BED TOWNHOUSE FUENGIROLA FUENGIROLA €399.000 €225.900

THREE BEDROOM VILLA EL ROSARIO €855.000

This sunny Beachside villa is a perfect buy for those seeking to enjoy the glorious Mediterranean lifestyle. Due to its prime location and quality, it is also an excellent investment opportunity. Ref: CC0059

This beautiful Semi-Detached house is set in a private urbanization within the area of Castillo Sohail, Fuengirola. With large Living room, and completely renovated modern Kitchen. Ref: CC0033

RENOVATION PROJECT - This property is ideally located in the heart of Fuengirola Centro. With 3 large bright Bedrooms, Kitchen, a large Patio and a Bathroom. It is an excellent opportunity to refurbish or convert it into 2 apartments. Ref: CC0041

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FOR SALE AT: €161.000 EXTRA LARGE STUDIO, MINERVA PRIVATE URBANIZATION Very large studio (38m2) based on a lower ﬂoor of Minerva well known Complex. Good size terrace overlooking the garden and with a昀ernoon sun. The studio has a new kitchen, new pa琀o door and re琀led bathroom. It’s sold furnished and ready to move in. High rentals incomes. The property is registered with a Tourist Licence.

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Off-plan or key-ready, which is the right choice for your holiday home purchase? Main Picture: Sun Valley Apartments, La Cala Resort

Sun Valley Apartments, La Cala Resort - Pool

Is it better to buy a second home off-plan or opt for a property that’s ready for you to move into? Both have their merits, so we asked Marc Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Director at leading Spanish home builder Taylor Wimpey España, to walks us through the benefits of each approach....

Buying a key-ready holiday home The most obvious advantage of buying a key-ready holiday home is that you can start using the property straight away. However, the benefits extend beyond simply being able to enjoy an immediate holiday. With a key-ready home, you have the option to view the actual property before you buy, rather than a show home. Some buyers prefer this, as they can see precisely what they are purchasing. It also provides a chance to inspect the quality of the property – and of the site around it, from the landscaping to amenities such as swimming pools. Buying a key-ready home also means no worries about construction issues, as the property is already built and ready to occupy. Occasionally, it’s also possible to get a good deal on a furniture pack when you buy a key-ready home. This is often a possibility if a developer has a single property left for sale on a site, so it’s always worth asking about furnishings. Key-ready Property Spotlight: La Recoleta III is a development of key-ready apartments at the stunning Punta Prima beach in Torrevieja. The two- and three-bedroom homes provide spacious interiors with private terraces and views over the sea, pool and gardens. Opt for a penthouse with a solarium to make the most of the outdoor lifestyle. Prices start from €184,00 plus VAT.

Buying a key-ready holiday home If you’ve got some time to spare, buying a holiday home off-plan can have a number of advantages. The value of land and the cost of construction in Spain are both rising, meaning that properties are becoming more expensive. Buying one off-plan at today’s prices can therefore deliver a substantial saving compared to waiting until the same property is built and buying it then. Buying off-plan may also mean there’s potential for you to have some say in the layout and/or features, if you buy at an early enough stage in the development process. Getting in ahead of the masses also means that you can have your pick of properties – ground floor, penthouse, corner apartment and so on. For multi-phase developments where earlier phases have proven particularly popular, buying off-plan could even mean not missing out altogether – some developments sell out before construction is complete, meaning that those waiting to buy once the homes are finished can miss out. Off-plan Property Spotlight: Sun Valley at La Cala Golf Resort in Mijas, Malaga, is ideal for families looking for high-quality, affordable apartments in the Costa del Sol, with the third phase of the development now for sale. All homes have large terraces with impressive views out over the fairways, while Sun Valley also features a communal pool and prettily landscaped gardens. Prices start from €255,000 plus VAT.

To see the complete selection of Taylor Wimpey properties for sale here on the Costa del Sol please see: www.costadelsolpropertyfinder.com

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WITH MUCH HIGHER RETURNS THAN RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY Duquesa Puerto Banus

restaurant in corner position on busy road 180m2 Freehold: Freehold + 40m2 terrace – 1.690.000€ ref: 2528

Mijas Costa

Freehold: Mini Market & Bar close to Valle Romano Golf 40m2 – 79.950€ ref: 2600 Freehold: Office Estepona Port 100m2 previous let @ 1500€ per month – 239.950€ ref: 2446

in busy commercial centre... Triple unit Freehold: Restaurant Currently let @ 1000€ per month – 250.000€ ref: 2624

Torre molinos

Freehold: Hair & Beauty Salon 60m2 previously let @ 550 per month - 60.000€ ref: 2634 Freehold: Take Away premises 75m2 previously let @ 650€ per month – 75.000€ ref: 2636 Freehold: Restaurant/Double Unit previously let @ 2250€ per month – 210.000€ ref: 2632

Estepona

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Bar currently fitted as Irish style Pub 280m2 +70m2 terrace Freehold: Large previously let @ 1700€ per month – 295.000€ ref: 2422

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299.950€

MIDDLE FLOOR APARTMENT IN LA CALA GOLF BUILT:

TERRACE:

BEDS:

BATHS:

POOL:

Wonderful two bed middle ﬂoor apartment with 115 30 COMMUNITY TWO TWO stunning views located in La Cala Golf Resort. M² M² The property is all on one level and comes with spacious lounge leading onto large terrace with fantastic views of the mountains and golf course.There is also a fully ﬁtted kitchen with seperate ultility room. The property has two bedrooms with the master having en suite bathroom and wardrobe area,The second bedroom also has a terrace and their is a guest bathroom with walk in shower. REF: R3917431.

169.950€

GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT IN RIVIERA BUILT:

TERRACE:

BEDS:

BATHS:

POOL:

This fully furnished two bed and two bathrooms 90 11 COMMUNITY TWO TWO elevated ground ﬂoor apartment with in Riviera M² M² Del Sol near to Roca Grill. The lounge/diner has patio doors leading to a large gated terrace with spectacular sea views. There is a fully ﬁtted kitchen including washing machine.throughout. Within a gated community only 10 minutes walk to bars and restaurants and other amenities in Riviera del Sol. REF: R3904360.

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284.000€

BEAUTIFUL FINCA CORTIJO IN LA ATALAYA PLOT:

BUILT:

BEDS:

BATHS:

POOL:

Lovely Spanish Finca sitting on stunning, 10.ooo 90 TWO TWO N/A tranquil plot containing fruit and almond trees M² M² and only 15 mins from La Cala de Mijas. Two Bed, two Bathrooms, 90 sq. mtrs. standing on 10,000 sq meters of plot with secure fenced oﬀ garden area. This is a must see if you would like to purchase a Finca. REF: R3898585.

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THREE BEDROOM Detached Villa, Elviria

890.000€

Beautiful Villa in the heart of Elviria with panoramic views. The three storey Villa was built in 2001 and constantly maintained. It consists of a big lounge and dining area on the main level of the house, a well sized kitchen, a bedrooms and bathroom and a beautiful terrace with breathtaking sea views. Beautiful property in a fantastic location. Ref: R3292708.

THREE BEDROOM Penthouse, Nueva Andalucía

1.100.000€

Fantastic

two

Storey Penthouse with sea and mountain views. Situated in Nueva Andalucia. Lounge with huge A frame and 15 meter ceilings. With three bedrooms, two bathrooms and Large modern kitchen. Ultra modern furniture by Pedro Peña. Underfloor heating, four terraces The apartment is 350 meters, Indoor parking & storage locker.5 minutes to Puerto Banus. Private Rooftop Heated pool with large rooftop terrace. Ref: R3914185.

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999.000€

FIVE BEDROOM Detached Villa, Nueva Andalucía

Immaculate

five

b e d r o o m detached family villa situated in a sought after gated community located in the heart of Nueva Andalucia. With prestigious golf clubs and Aloha College is also situated within close proximity making this an ideal family home. The house is presented in superb condition and has recently been renovated incorporating new floors, doors and wardrobes throughout. Ref: R3027878.

FIVE BEDROOM Detached Villa, LAS CHAPAS

2.799.995€

Luxury five bed detached villa in Hacienda Las Chapas. This stunning property has been totally renovated recently. The property itself has been split between three levels and the highest quality materials have been used to make this wonderful home. Located 15 minutes from Marbella and with 24 hour security this property really is a stunning home. This really is a must see if you are looking in Marbella. Ref: R3943252.

Please Contact us for Further Details platinumestatesmarbella.com info@platinumestatesmarbella.com T: (+34) 951 666 715 (Spain) M: (+34) 663 061 669 (Spain)

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YOUR DREAM IS OUR PASSION DETACHED VILLA IN CALAHONDA

€1.480.000

Perfectly located in the lower part of Sitio de Calahonda, walking distance to local amenities, the beach and a number of restaurants yet marvelously located in a tranquil enclave in one of the best streets in Calahonda, a seven bedroom seven bathroom luxury villa which exudes good taste and style, the property is distributed over three levels. The best way to appreciate this villa is to view it, we hope to see you soon! Plot: 1000m²

Built: 609m²

Bedrooms: 7

Bathrooms: 7

Pool: Private

Ref N°: R4023754

DETACHED VILLA IN ALHAURIN GOLF

€525.000

Stunning andalusian villa built on a beautiful plot with lovely mountain and countryside views in Alhaurin Golf. This family house is surrounded by beautiful gardens and offers a large swimming pool, an outside kitchen and a chillout area. It's perfect for nature lovers. It's like living in the countryside but without being isolated as you are inside the urbanization of Alhaurin Golf, 15min drive to La Cala, 5min drive to Alhaurin El Grande, 20min to Fuengirola. Built: 1164m²

Terrace: 217m²

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 3

Pool: Private

GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT CABOPINO

Ref N°: R4016740

€395.000

This magnificent corner ground floor apartment with a private gated garden with barbecue is so spacious that you can easily convert it in a three bedroom apartment taking part of the large living-dining room with fireplace. The south facing terrace partly covered could also be glazed to add more living space to the property you will still have the uncovered part of the terrace and the nice garden that surrounds the apartment to enjoy the andalusian weather all year around. Built:146m²

Terrace: m²

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 3

Pool: Community

MIDDLE FLOOR APT IN CALAHONDA

Ref N°: R4007836

€179.000

Built: 91m²

Terrace: m²

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 2

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Pool: Community

Ref N°: R4003117

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Nice two bed, two bath south facing apartment with panoramic sea views. The apartment is sunny, bright and spacious with a nice size living-room and two large bedrooms . The terrace is covered and offers stunning open views to the Mediterranean sea. The kitchen is fully fitted and has a separated laundry room at the back. You access the apartment via a few steps down and you can park in the communal parking area of the Urbanization just at the back of the apartment.

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WE HAVE A LARGE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WAITING TO RENT PROPERTY OF ALL SIZES

PROPERTIES OF THE MONTH... Ground Floor Apartment El Faro - €750 pcm Available Immediately

Fantastic two bed, one bathroom apartment located in El Faro with direct sea views. The front of the property has a private sunny garden/terrace area, perfect for relaxing. The communal swimming pool is 20 metres away. Parking outside the property. Ref: R3938794

Two Bedroom Middle Floor Aptartment Manilva - €900 pcm

Available for rent from January to June 2022!! Wonderful two bed two bath middle floor apartment in Manilva close to La Duquesa port! The property is modern, well furnished and has sea views. The complex is well maintained with pool and gardens. Underground parking is available.

Ref: R3979138

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your MIND ownBU Advertising your business for NO up front fees NO hidden charges ONE OF THE BUSIEST RESTAURANTS ON THE COSTA DEL SOL 450.000€ This restaurant is exceptionally busy & very successful indeed It has been completely renovated in the last few years

Real Estate Agency Franchises - Costa Del Sol 4.995€ This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to get into real estate agency with the potential to earn a fantastic living

Refurbished Restaurant In Prime Location Marbella - 100.000€ Located in very busy & extremely affluent part of Marbella Traffic passing all day - 124 m2 internally + further 20m2 terrace

Recently Refurbished Hair & Beauty Salon, Central Fuengirola 19.950€ Established in this very central location for 30 years Good loyal & regular clientele - Very busy location

www.business-sales-spain.com Telephone: 951 666 715 Mobile: 663 061 669 info@business-sales-spain.com

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BUSINESS BUSINESS SALES & Transfers

s for sale in Spain and the UK NO advertising fees NO sale - NO fee Fish & Chip Restaurant/Take Away In Manilva 34.950€ Totally renovated very recently to an exceptional standard Located in very busy part of Manilva

Gift / Souvenir Shop In Fuengirola - 15.500€ In the heart of Los Boliches just a few metres from the beach Constant footfall outside consisting of local residents, holidaymakers Around 50m2 well stocked with souvenirs & gifts

Choice of Bars & Restaurants in Calahonda 35.950€ - 56.950€ We currently have a number of good quality bars & restaurants available in Calahonda - please call for more details

WE ARE receiving so many enquiries at the moment and need more Businesses for sale IF YOU ARE CONSIDERING SELLING PLEASE CONTACT US IN CONFIDENCE

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your MIND ownB t n a r u a t s e R i a h T FANTASTIC

39.950€ • RESTAURANT WITH top reputation • Modern Thai Café/Bar/Takeaway • VERY BUSY LOCATION This modern Thai Café/Bar/Takeaway is located in a very busy commercial centre on the Costa Del Sol amongst lots of bars cafes, shops and offices. There is parking outside and people walk past constantly each day. It offers top quality Thai food at a reasonable price level, and enjoys a reputation of being one of the very best restaurants in the area consistently being in the top 5 of all of in the area on Tripadvisor.

www.business-sales-spain.com Telephone: 951 666 715 Mobile: 663 061 669 info@business-sales-spain.com

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BUSINESS

BUSINESS SALES & Transfers e r t n e C n ia r t s e u q E Freehold

625.000€ • freehold property • Owners House Close to Mijas Golf • Fully Licensed The walled estate is accessed by double wrought iron gates and comprises of the 80m² owners house, with a Lounge/Diner with open plan kitchen and laundry room, 2 spacious double bedrooms and a family Bathroom. There is a 90m² club house with bar and seating for up to 60 guests, a WC and Storeroom. Outside is a 70m² Terrace with BBQ area and two fountains. There are 30 Stables each 12m² and each stable has automatic drinking troughs. There is also a feed store room and a tack room with changing room.

WANT TO SELL YOUR BUSINESS? WE URGENTLY NEED MORE BUSINESSES FOR SALE

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What’s On Guide...

25th March - 3rd April: The Sound of Music. A beautiful Musical for the Whole Family. For more info 952 47 45 42 or see www.salonvarietestheatre.com. 4th & 18th April 2022: Alzheimer’s Dementia Support Group at the Calahonda International Baptist Church, from 11:30am to 2pm for more information call 635 407 255 or 629 893 016. 18th March - 3rd April: Cazuela de la Abuela, Fuengirola this foodie event is inspired by the cuisine of the past with their grandmothers’ recipes. The town’s restaurants and hotels create cazuelas which will be served with a drink and will cost 3€ for more information see: www.fuengirola.es. 6th April 2022: Charity Concert to raise funds for Ukrainian Humanitarian Aid. For more info 952 47 45 42 or see www.salonvarietestheatre.com. 8th,9th,10th April: Jonny G’s BIG Weekend- 3 Special Guests and loads of fun. For more info 952 47 45 42 or see www.salonvarietestheatre.com. 9th April 2022: Age Care Easter Fair at the Calahonda International Baptist Church. A variety of stalls with excellent bargains including new designer clothes and new golf and tennis wear. Raffle, live music and refreshments on offer. For more info call or WhatsApp Pam on 673 343 360. 10th April 2022: Super Hero Charity Walk for Oscar & Avoi be a superhero for the day and make a difference! Find your best superhero outfit, come alone or bring your whole family. For more info see: https://fb.me/e/292vOpb5g 10th - 17th April: Holy Week, Semana Santa, in Andalucia is an event that literally transforms towns and cities across this region. Processions of elaborately decorated floats are see in many city centres, Malaga has the biggest processions. From Holy Thursday to Easter Sunday traffic is closed off to the city centre and the solemn processions take over in the afternoons. 27th – 1st May: Beyond Reasonable Doubt… The Enthralling Courtroom Drama by Jeffery Archer. For more info 952 47 45 42 or see www.salonvarietestheatre.com. 1st & 3rd Mondays: Alzheimer’s Dementia Support Group at the Calahonda International Baptist Church, from 11:30am to 2pm for more information call 635 407 255 or 629 893 016. Every Monday: Arts and Crafts Fair in Benahavis at 8pm in the Main Square in Benahavis. Every 1st Tuesday: Age Concern Coffee Morning at Ricks gin & tonic bar, Estepona Port 11– 1:30 p.m. Every Tuesday: The Costa Women Coffee Club meet every second Tuesday at 10am – 12.30pm for coffee, chats and other activities and is a social group designed to get ladies of all ages together. It’s best to join the group via Facebook or contact Emma on 608 408 771. Every Tuesday: Age Care Drop In Calahonda. Tuesdays: 11am – 1pm International Baptist Church, near Supersol Los Olivos , Calahonda. Every Thursday: Age Care Drop In Fuengirola, Hojar del Jubilado, Los Boliches Friday 11.00am 12.30pm , Entrance Calle Fruita. 1st floor above the fruit market. Every Thursday: Age Care Drop In Coin, La Peña, Calle Rio Guadelhorce 19, Poligono La Rosa, Alhaurin el Grande. Thursday 11am – 1pm. Every Thursday: Picasso Museum, Malaga FREE ENTRY 5pm and 8pm. Every Friday: The Royal British Legion, Mijas Costa Branch, welcomes visitors, new members and visiting members from other branches to their weekly social meetings that are held at Club Naranja, Calle Malaga, Calahonda from 11.00am to 2.00pm. Membership of The Royal British Legion is open to everyone, you do not need to have service background to become a member and offer support to The Royal British Legion family. For more info, call 635 450 608. Every Sunday: Craft Market in the Marbella Marina on the Teresa Zabell Pier: 12-6pm. (PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL EVENT TIMES & DATES ARE CONFIRMED AT THE TIME OF GOING TO PRESS, BUT A NUMBER OF EVENTS ARE CURRENTLY BEING CANCELLED LAST MINUTE. PLEASE CHECK WITH THE ORGANISERS BEFORE TRAVELING TO AVOID A WASTED JOURNEY.)

If you have an event, fundraiser or anything else please let us know... email: info@costalinkmagazine.com phone: 951 666 715 or 663 061 669

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THE

CACAO BEAN

Is native to Mexico & both central and south america. It’s believed WHITE IS CHOCOLATE that inhabitants of these areas ACTUALLY A VEGETABLE ﬁrst started cultivating the bean IS NOT (ONE OF YOUR 5 A DAY?) CHOCOLATE as far back as 1250 BCE, and Milk and dark chocolate come White chocolate perhaps even earlier. from the cacao bean, which doesn't contain MARIE ANTOINETTE grows on the cacao tree (Theo- cocoa solids or LOVED HOT CHOCOLATE broma cacao), an evergreen chocolate liquor, (THE MODERN KIND) from the family Malvaceae (other white chocolate members of the family include isn't chocolate in Marie didn’t just love cake, she okra and cotton). This makes the the strict sense. also loved chocolate, and hot chocolate was frequently served most important part of the sweet But it does at the Palace of Versailles. It treat a vegetable. contain parts of wasn’t just the taste everyone the cacao beanloved... It was also believed that the cocoa butter. the drink was an aphrodisiac.

CHOCOLATE

HOT

CHOCOLATE

WAS THE FIRST CHOCOLATE TREAT! Cacao was brewed in both Mexican and Aztec culture, though the result was nothing like today’s hot chocolate... it was a typically bitter concoction that was often used for ceremonial occasions like weddings. 54

CACAO AS CURRENCY

The Aztecs loved and valued the cacao bean so highly that they used it as currency during the height of their civilization.

SPANISH FRIARS HELPED SPREAD THE LOVE After cacao and chocolate were introduced to Europe, traveling Spanish friars took it to various monasteries, handily spreading it around the continent.

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BRITISH CONFECTIONERS INVENTED SOLID CHOCOLATE

The Fry and Sons shop concocted what they called “eating chocolate” in 1847 by combining cocoa butter, sugar, and chocolate liquor. This was a grainy, solid form of the treat.

MILK

CHOCOLATE WAS INVENTED IN SWITZERLAND

NAPOLEON LOVED CHOCOLATE The French leader demanded that wine and chocolate be made available to him and his senior advisers even during intense military campaigns.

MAKING

CHOCOLATE IS HARD WORK

Despite its regal background and revered status, the cacao bean doesn’t just magically turn into chocolate it takes about 400 beans to make a single pound of the good stuﬀ.

THE FIRST COCOA CHOCOLATE BAR AND WAS MADE IN ENGLAND CACAO ARE Way back in 1842, the Cadbury THE SAME company made the very ﬁrst THING chocolate bar. The company is

Daniel Peter created the tasty The words are still in existence, and is perhaps treat in 1875... After eight years of interchangeable! most famous for their delightful trying to make his recipe work. It’s all one bean. Easter-themed treats. Condensed milk surprisingly CACAO ended up being the key ingrediMOST CACAO TREES CAN ent.

CHOCOLATE HAS A SPECIAL MELTING POINT

Chocolate is the only edible substance to melt around 93° F, just below the human body temperature. That’s why chocolate melts so easily on your tongue.

LIVE TO BE 200 YEARS OLD

That may sound like a really old tree, but the tropical beauties only make viable cacao beans for just 25 years of their lifespan.

IS NOW GROWN IN AFRICA

Despite its Amazonian roots, most cacao nearly 70 percent of the World’s supply comes from Africa. Côte d'Ivoire or the Ivory Coast is the largest single producer, providing about 30 percent of all the World’s cacao.

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BRITS LIVING IN SPAIN LIVING ON THE COSTA DEL SOL

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Personal Tax Returns – Information for New Residents If you recently moved to Spain you may have some ques琀ons about tax, in this ar琀cle we cover oﬀ the basics. The tax year in Spain runs from January 1st un琀l 31st December and personal tax returns are done in May / June the following year. The deadline to complete your tax return is 30th June. Income from employment or pensions, has to be included in your tax return, as does any interest from savings or gains made from investments or sale of other assets such as property. Diﬀerent types of income have their own tax rates, e.g. general income tax starts at 19% and goes up in brackets, reaching 45% when you get €60,000, whereas interest and capital gains tax goes up to a maximum of 24%. Annui琀es and some types of rental income also have their own special and more favourable tax treatment. The basic tax allowance is €5,550 and you get extra for having dependent children. The allowance also increases when you reach pension age, and you get an extra allowance for pension income. Mention Costa Link and get a

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I Moved to Spain Last Year, Will I Need To Do a Tax Return This Year? The ﬁrst check to determine whether you are tax resident or not is the 183 day rule i.e. if you spend 183 days or more in Spain then you are deemed to be tax resident. There is however also the habitual residence test which can override the 183 day rule. Generally speaking, someone who moved to Spain last year, will in many cases be deemed to be tax resident in Spain for 2021 and therefore need to do a tax return this year if they have income or other. Tax in Spain, is certainly not as straight forward as in the UK and can vary a lot from one person to the next depending on factors such as the type of income. If you have recently moved to Spain and have ques琀ons about tax please feel free to get in touch. Tel & WhatsApp: (+34) 951 77 55 44 / (+44) 033 000 10 777 www.lifestylegroup.es/tax-spain / enquiries@lifestylegroup.es / www.overseaslifestyleservices.com 56

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GADGETS &Gizmo’s Tag Heuer’s connected Calibre E4 is a luxury smartwatch that caters to all wrists. It comes in two sizes, 42mm and 45mm, with both sporting very different looks. Both models can be customised with various animated watch faces and strap styles that include leather and steel. The Connected Calibre E4 ships with Google Wear OS 2 preinstalled, though you’ll be able to upgrade to Wear OS 3 for free when it becomes available. Philips has announced its first OLED TV to use LG’s latest image tech that offers around 30 percent higher brightness than other OLED displays. The Android-powered TV is available in 48, 55, 65 and 77-inch sizes and has a super-thin design centred on a chrome T-bar stand. There’s support for the renowned Ambilight tech on all sides of the display, while there’s also support for the full range of HDR formats. Samsung’s Freestyle is a super go-anywhere mini projector. It’s completely portable so you can use it from a campervan, at a friend’s house or anywhere you’d like and. It’ll display an image between 30 and 100 inches. The 830g projector provides 360 degree sound while the Freestyle itself can also rotate 180 degrees, so you can show things on the ceiling, around a corner, wherever you want.

Razer’s Project Sophia is a new concept in gaming desks it’s a customisable desk, which supports up to 13 separate, swappable modules, with each section dedicated to a specific task. You could accommodate secondary displays, tablet interfaces, capture card slots, wireless chargers and audio mixing stations, to name just a few options. 58

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All the latest in the World of gadget’s, tech & gaming... Eve’s Outdoor Cam smart security cameras are designed to work exclusively with Apple HomeKit Secure Video, the security cam locks down live streams so they never go through the cloud. Instead sends a fully encrypted feed via Wi-Fi through a compatible home hub device. A 157-degree field of view should be plenty to protect your porch, plus infrared night vision keeps things covered after dark. Oral-B have a fantastic new AI-powered toothbrush taking your oral hygiene routine to the next level. It comes with a separate AI device called iOSense to tell you optimal brushing times, where to brush in your mouth. It’s app will even show you a 3D graphic and timer, so you brush your teeth as efficiently as possible! It can remove 100% more plaque than a normal brush, whiten your teeth, and give you healthier gums in a week. Ever wished your Kindle was a bit more like your iPad? Or that your iPad was a bit more like your Kindle? With its 10.3in E-ink display, Huawei’s MatePad Paper is an intriguing mash-up of the two. It comes with Huawei’s new M-Pencil stylus the 227ppi screen is textured to make it feel more like real paper. You can annotate documents, go split-screen and take notes while you read a book plus loads more...

Bang & Olufsen is launching the Beosystem 72-22. This revamped design icon is paired with matching Beolab 18 speakers.The warm walnut material is expertly matched with a pearl-blasted Titanium Tone anodized aluminium finish. With wireless connectivity options letting you play your vinyl across the brand’s modern-day speakers, controlled by the swanky alien artefact-like Halo remote.

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MEATBALL BLACK BEAN CHILLI Double the amounts for this one-pot black bean chilli, then freeze the leftovers for busy days. It tastes just as great reheated as it does freshly cooked...

INGREDIENTS: • 2 TBSP OLIVE OIL • 12 BEEF MEATBALLS • 1 ONION, FINELY SLICED •2 MIXED PEPPERS, SLICED • ½ LARGE BUNCH CORIANDER, (LEAVES & STALKS CHOPPED)

•2 TSP GROUND CUMIN • 1 HEAPED TBSP LIGHT BROWN SOFT SUGAR • 2 X 400G CANS CHOPPED TOMATOES • 2 X 400G CANS BLACK BEANS

• 2 LARGE GARLIC CLOVES,

(DRAINED & RINSED)

(CRUSHED)

• COOKED RICE

• 1 TSP HOT SMOKED PAPRIKA

(TO SERVE)

1: STEP 2: Fry the onion and pep- covered, for 15 mins. To freeze, METHOD: STEP Heat the oil pers with a pinch of salt for 7 leave to cool completely and in a large flameproof casserole dish over a medium heat. Fry the meatballs for 5 mins until browned, then transfer to a plate with a slotted spoon.

mins. Add the coriander stalks, garlic, paprika and cumin and fry for 1 min more. Tip in the sugar, tomatoes and beans, and bring to a simmer. Season, return the meatballs to the pan and cook,

transfer to large freezerproof bags. STEP 3: Serve the chilli with the rice and the coriander leaves scattered over.

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10 SIMPLE WAYS Health TO STAY HEALTHY Well Being

AFTER THE LAST FEW YEARS MOST OF US HAD, IT’S SAFE TO SAY THAT THESE DAYS, STAYING HEALTHY LOOKS A BIT DIFFERENT THAN IT USED TO... NOT JUST BECAUSE THE STATE OF BEING HEALTHY HAS ACTUALLY CHANGED, BUT BECAUSE THE PERCEPTION OF WHAT HEALTH IS HAS EXPANDED. MANY OF US HAVE COME TO REALISE THAT BEING HEALTHY IS ABOUT THE PHYSICAL, THE MENTAL, AND EMOTIONAL, AND HAVE ACCEPTED THAT WE NEED TO MANAGE OUR BODIES, MINDS, AND EMOTIONS IN ORDER TO ACHIEVE TRUE HOLISTIC WELLNESS. THESE TIPS CAN BE IMPLEMENTED TODAY AND CAN HELP PROTECT YOUR BODY FROM ILLNESS AND YOUR MIND FROM STRESS AND UNREST.

CONTINUED FROM LAST MONTH... TAKE BREAKS FROM THE NEWS: Yes, it’s important to stay informed, but watching, listening

to and reading the news these days is definitely an emotional experience. Being informed doesn’t mean we have to allow ourselves to be constantly inundated with doom and gloom. Perhaps, plan to check in with the news just once or twice a day or allow yourself to consume the news in small 10-15 minute increments instead of sitting in front of it for hours or letting it be your background noise.

SET A SLEEP SCHEDULE: Sleep should also be a priority and can have a major impact on both

physical and mental health. Try deciding on a reasonable bedtime and wake-up time for yourself and stick to it as often as possible. Put away the work, turn off the television, put your phone in another room and go to sleep. It may take some time to get used to the routine, but before you know it, you’re sure to feel more rested. Sleep also plays an important role in your physical health. For example, sleep is involved in healing and repair of your heart and blood vessels. Ongoing sleep deficiency is linked to an increased risk of heart disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and stroke.

DO SOME STRENGTH TRAINING: Even light strength training like some forms of yoga and Pilates can result in some major physical benefits. When you work to strengthen your muscles, those muscles will be better able to protect you from injury from slips and falls, will improve your balance and can help strengthen your bones. Plus, it of course helps with weight management and can even improve your energy level. STAY OUT OF THE SUN: Stay out of the sun, especially between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. when the sun's harmful rays are strongest. You are not protected if it is cloudy or if you are in the water harmful rays pass through both. Use a broad spectrum sunscreen that guards against both UVA and UVB rays, with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher. Select sunglasses that block 99 to 100 percent of the sun's rays. CHECK OUT... our website www.costalinkmagazine.com for more health & wellbeing features 62

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UROLOGY SERVICES

Mr Laurence Stewart MD FRCS Ed FRCS(Urol) Consultant Urologist Laurence Stewart is one of Scotland’s most experienced Consultant Urologists. He is an international speaker and author in his field and is involved in ongoing education of Urologists in the UK. He has a wealth of experience over his 34 years in the NHS and has been a visiting urologist to Gibraltar for the last six years and is now offering his services on the Costa.

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Medical Tips

WHAT IS COLOUR BLINDNESS?

If you have colour blindness, it means you see colours differently than most people. Most of the time, colour blindness makes it hard to tell the difference between certain colours. Usually, colour blindness runs in families. There’s no cure, but special glasses and contact lenses can help. Most people who are colour blind are able to adjust and don’t have problems with everyday activities.

What are the symptoms of colour blindness?

The main symptom of colour blindness is not seeing colours the way most people do. If you’re colour blind, you may have trouble seeing: • The difference between colours • How bright colours are • Different shades of colours Symptoms of colour blindness are often so mild that you may not notice them. And since we get used to the way we see colours, many people with colour blindness don’t know they have it. People with very serious cases of colour blindness might have other symptoms, too like quick side-to-side eye movements (nystagmus) or sensitivity to light.

What are the types of colour blindness?

The most common type of colour blindness makes it hard to tell the difference between red and green. Another type makes it hard to tell the difference between blue and yellow. People who are completely colour blind don’t see colour at all, but that’s not very common. AM I AT RISK FOR COLOUR BLINDNESS? Men have a much higher risk than women for colour blindness. You’re also more likely to have colour blindness if you: • Have a family history of colour blindness • Have certain eye diseases, like glaucoma or age-related macular degeneration (AMD) • Have certain health problems, like diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, or multiple sclerosis (MS) • Take certain medicines • Are white.... If you think you may have colour blindness, talk with your doctor about getting checked. WHAT CAUSES COLOUR BLINDNESS? The most common kinds of colour blindness are genetic, meaning they’re passed down from parents. Colour blindness can also happen because of damage to your eye or your brain. And colour vision may get worse as you get older often because of cataracts (cloudy areas in the lens of the eye). HOW CAN I FIND OUT IF I HAVE COLOUR BLINDNESS? Your eye doctor can usually use a simple test to tell you if you’re colour blind. During the test, your eye doctor will show you a circle made of many different coloured dots. The circle has a shape inside it that’s made out of dots (like the picture above) like a number, a letter, or a squiggly line. This shape is easy to see if you don’t have colour blindness, but people who are colour blind have a hard time seeing it.

WHAT'S THE TREATMENT ?

There’s no cure for colour blindness that’s passed down in families, but most people find ways to adjust to it. Children with colour blindness may need help with some classroom activities, and adults with colour blindness may not be able to do certain jobs, like being a pilot or graphic designer. Keep in mind that most of the time, colour blindness doesn’t cause serious problems. If your colour blindness is happening because of another health problem, your doctor will treat the condition that’s causing the problem. If you’re taking a medicine that causes colour blindness, your doctor may adjust how much you take or suggest you switch to a different medicine. If colour blindness is causing problems with everyday tasks, there are devices and technology that can help, including:

Glasses and contacts. Special contact lenses and glasses may help people who are colour blind tell the difference between colours. Visual aids. You can use visual aids, apps, and other technology to help you live with colour blindness. For example, you can use an app to take a photo with your phone or tablet and then tap on part of the photo to find out the colour of that area. Talk over your options with your eye doctor. Remember these tips: • Ask your doctor about visual aids and technology that can help you with everyday tasks • Encourage family members to get checked for colour blindness, since it can run in families

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MEDICAL MAYHEM

A CRUEL TWIST: A middle aged man was visibly shaken when his Doctor advised that he had only 6 month's to live because of the terminal disease that was detected during a recent physical check-up. The Doctor suggested that he should get his 'house in order' , make sure his Will was current and ensure all final arrangements were in place for the funeral. He should then make plans to enjoy what might be left of his life, to the fullest. 'What will you do for the last six months?' asked the Doctor. His patient thought for a few minutes then replied, 'I think I'll go and live with my Mother-in-law'. Surprised by the answer, the Doctor asked, 'Of all people, why in the would you want to live with your Motherin-law?' 'Because it'll be the longest six months of my Life!' ANOTHER CRUEL TWIST: She asked: 'God, how much time do I have to live?' He said, 'you have 35 years left.' So that whole year she had a ton of cosmetic surgery, she had a face lift, a tummy tuck, her nose reshaped, liposuction, she completely did herself over. She figured as long as she was going to live another 35 years she was going to look young again. After all this was done, that same year she was hit by a car and was killed instantly. When she entered St. Peter's gate she walked over to God and said, 'What happened? I thought you said I had another 35 years!' God replied, 'Oh Good grief!!! I DIDN'T RECOGNISE YOU!'

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STRANGE BUTTRUE

Strange Strangebuttrue...

FANTASTICAL FACTS ABOUT ALBERT EINSTEIN Albert Einstein was born in Ulm, in the German Empire’s Kingdom of Württemberg, in March 1879. From humble beginnings and a struggle to find work, he began documenting others’ brilliance at the Swiss Patent Office. From there, he would go on to become one of the most famous scientists and acclaimed geniuses in human history.... THE FBI WATCHED HIM SO CLOSELY THAT THEIR REPORT IS OVER 1,400 PAGES LONG! Though Einstein’s scientific brilliance would surely have been a tremendous asset for any government, J. Edgar Hoover’s FBI was incredibly wary of him. Believed to be a communist or a radical, as well as dedicated to speaking out against social injustice, he was deemed dangerous by the FBI, who kept tabs on Einstein.

history, one question everyone wants the answer to is how does the brain of a genius differ from everybody else’s? The great scientist’s brain was stolen by one Thomas Harvey, who kept it in a laboratory in Philadelphia for a time. After this, it found a home in Princeton Hospital. Some inconclusive tests were performed on it, and it’s still in Philadelphia today, in the Mutter Museum.

EINSTEIN HAD A STRONG AVERSION TO SOCKS... As wise, respected, and brilliant as Einstein was, his creative side came hand in hand with a certain eccentricity. His trademark wild hair is familiar to everyone, but few know of his utter contempt for socks! As a child, Einstein suffered the entirely relatable discomfort of his socks developing holes and his toes poking through them. Considering it far EINSTEIN’S BRAIN IS ON DISPLAY AT THE MUT- easier to simply dispense with them, he continued TER MUSEUM IN PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVA- to do so for the rest of his life. NIA... When it comes to the finest minds in human TO BE CONTINUED NEXT MONTH...

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ALL REVVED UP CELEBRITY CUSTOM CARS Bradley Walsh (AKA the man from The Chase) has designed his very own one-of-a-kind Aston Martin Vantare. With fame and riches comes a need to drive around in a stylish and unique vehicle we take a look at a few… Bradley Walsh shows off custom-made James Bond-inspired Aston Martin with a top speed of 200mph. After leaving school at 16, Bradley Walsh got a job as an apprentice at Rolls-Royce’s aircraft engine factory in Watford, later progressing to being a technical engineer. He said he plans to make 10 more of the custom made Vantares. The car was first exhibited at the Goodwood Festival of Speed last summer. Will.I.Am's DeLorean: Ever since the Back to the Future film series, the DeLorean has become a pop culture artifact of the 1980s. Although the DeLorean is notorious for being underpowered and technically not a fantastic drive they, they have a massive following around the globe. David Beckham's Aston Martin V8 Vantage: In fire red. The 1988 car was from an extremely limited run & has a unique V8 engine fine-tuned for racing. John Lennon's Rolls-Royce Phantom V: Only 517 Rolls-Royce Phantom Vs were manufactured. It was an ultra-exclusive car, weighing 2.5 tonnes with a 3.6-metre wheelbase and the same 6.2L V8 engine as the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud II. The car was customized from Park Ward with black leather upholstery, cocktail cabinet with fine wood trim, writing table, reading lamps, a seven-piece his-and-hers black-hide luggage set, and a Perdio portable television. A refrigeration system was put in the trunk and it was one of the first cars in England to have tinted windows.

Jay Leno's EcoJet: In the World of celebrities, some leave behind the road for the skies, with private jets being a symbol of wealth and success. However, former late-night talk show host Jay Leno has been able to combine these two worlds by partnering with General Motors and airline EcoJet. Using a turbine engine meant for a helicopter, the EcoJet earns its name for traveling at insane speeds. Currently, the car is truly one of a kind and has been added to Jay Leno's extensive collection of interesting and amazing cars.

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Emergency Numbers

Central number for Fire, Police & Ambulance National Police Local Police Guardia Civil

112 091 092 062

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Emergency 061 Ambulance Marbella 902 505 061 Ambulance Coin 952 453 267

Health Centres Marbella 952 769 946

Emergency number 080 Marbella 952 774 349 Estepona 952 804 483 Fuengirola 952 461 046

Consulates 952 352 300 952 475 108 952 226 373 952 604 383 952 212 442 952 226 590 952 474 891

Tourist Information

Airports Malaga 952 048 844

Town Halls

Fire Brigade

Marbella Coin Estepona Fuengirola San Pedro

Train Timetables 902 240 202

Gibraltar +350 200 12345

Coin 952 452 767 San Pedro 952 787 700

British Ireland Denmark Sweden Germany France U.S.A

Transport Bus Stations Marbella 952 764 400 Coin 952 450 366 San Pedro 952 781 396 Estepona 952 800249 For a list of complete times www.andalucia.com/travel/bus

952 771 442 952 822 818 952 822 818 952 467 457 952 785 252

Marbella 952 761 100 San Pedro 952 453 020 La Cala de Mijas 952 493 208 Fuengirola 952 589 300 Estepona 952 801 100

Markets

Monday - Marbella (fairground site on east side) Tuesday - Fuengirola (fairground near Los Boliches) Wednesday -Estepona (Avda. Juan Carlos) La Cala - Feria ground. Thursday - San Pedro (Recinto Ferial) Calypso (Mijas Costa). Alhaurin el Grande - (La Fama) Saturday - Coin (Calle Urbano Pineda), Nueva Andalucia (Next to Centro Plaza the Bullring) and La Cala - Feria ground Sunday - Puerto Estepona (Marina)

Cinemas All the Cinemas listed below show films in English as well as Spanish. Call first to check what is showing that week. Marbella: Cinesur Plaza del Mar 952 766 941 La Cañada 902 333 231 Puerto Banus: Gran Marbella 952 810 077 Coin: La Trocha 951 315 039 Fuengirola Cinesur Miramar 902 221 622

Chemists 24 Hour Chemist Urb. Artola, Ctra. Cadiz Km 194. Marbella. Tel: 952 83 25 89

Taxis Marbella Taxis 952 774 488 Mijas Costa Taxis 952 476 593

Diary Dates 1st April 2022: April Fools Day 14th April 2022: Maundy Thursday (Public Holiday) 15th April 2022: Good Friday (Public Holiday) 17th April 2022: Easter Sunday 18th April 2022: Easter Monday (Public Holiday UK) 23rd April 2022: St. George's Day 1st May 2022: Labour Day (Public Holiday)

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STAR SIGNS

A look at what's in store for you during April 2022...

Capricorn December 22nd January 19th

Aquarius January 20th February 18th

Pisces February 19th March 20th

Aries March 21st April 19th

Taurus April 20th May 20th

Gemini May 21st June 20th

Capricorn, the Full Moon of April 16th, and the solar eclipse of April 30th have a major impact on your relationships.Married Capricornians or those involved in longer-lasting connections, could experience a term of turmoil. It becomes increasingly clear that things need to change. If you are looking for love you’re more careful about what’s going on around them, and what helps you meet new people. Be careful what you do with your money this month. If until now you counted on some material help, the person might have issues or not be able to help you anymore however much they might want to. In April 2022 you could use more focus on the spiritual side of life and exploring your feelings. That way, you can succeed more easily to regain your balance and reconnect to what truly brings joy into your life. Aquarius, it’s time to approach things differently regarding your love life. The New Moon of April 1st, 2022, sees lines of communication open and helps you re-establish dialogues and exchanges of ideas. If you’re single, you tend to be more introverted and can’t be bothered with romantic hassles. When it comes to money, April 2022 looks to be very interesting for you. The conjunction between Jupiter and Neptune is very promising. The online environment can also help you promote yourself or start an business that will be very successful. At work you will stand out and you’ll gain more from working as part of a team, The month starts with some issues with your health which could cause you issues, or you could feel tired and worn out. Take some time-out more “you time”. Pisces, Jupiter with Neptune give you the benefit at a new romantic beginning. You get the chance to change your life for the better and fulfill your most ambitious goals. As a result, in April 2022 you have every chance at repairing a relationship that’s been going badly. If you’re looking for love, you have great odds at starting a special relationship provided you’re not too self-absorbed. The New Moon of April 1st, 2022, stimulates the need for independence and the desire to earn more. If you don’t wait around and put in some work, you have great odds at finding a (new) job, improving your income, and starting a new professional project that will bring in extra income. You get the chance to fulfill your wildest and greatest dreams starting this month. Don’t waste this opportunity! Reinvent yourself, get going, and make it happen! Aries, The Sun transits your skies until the 19th, you’ll attract admiring glances and several proposals, but you don’t feel like taking things further than flirting. You are much more interested in yourself, and your own desires and projects. If you’re married, it would be a good idea to escape together for a few days. Get away from everyone, somewhere where you can relax fully and have fun as a couple again. April is going to be particularly favorable for you professionally and when it comes to income. The Mars-Saturn conjunction of the first week of April proves that you’re very determined to succeed professionally and that you’re willing to put in the hard work. The solar eclipse of April 30th, suggests that it’s time to reorganise your budget and adjust your priorities. This eclipse could cause an epiphany, which makes you realise what you’re doing wrong when it comes to money. Taurus, If you are single then you may experience a sudden crush on a friend, but be as realistic as possible, do you want to threaten the friendship? If you’re sure you’ve met someone who fits your ideals, this isn’t the time to rush into making plans for the future. The wisest thing would be to allow the relationship to grow naturally. Some of you start April with doubts about your professional path. If you have a ready-made plan for changing things and you’ve been contemplating for a long time but have hesitated to put into practice maybe now’s the time to make that change. On April 30th there’s a solar eclipse is totally in Taurus, marking the beginning of a term that encourages and favours changes. Optimism and confidence in the future help you get energized and motivated. It’s time to look at yourself in a different way and build the person you want to see in the mirror. Gemini, Neptune and Jupiter are speaking of a lucky time this month: maybe you get the chance to meet the love of your life, those who are involved in an unofficial connection get the chance to fulfill your dream of marrying the one you love. Professionally, you are in for an excellent term. You get the chance to adjust the direction in which your life or career is going from this month onwards. Maybe even make a major change of direction so that it fits your most ambitious goals. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! When it comes to money, you should pay off debts and make an effort to make do with the money you do have without getting loans. In order to regain the physical and mental balance this month, you need to make more time for rest and try to reconnect to your spiritual side.

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Cancer June 21st July 22nd

Leo July 23rd August 22nd

Virgo August 23rd September 22nd

Libra September 23rd October 22nd

Scorpio October 23rd November 21st

Sagittarius November 22nd December 21st

Cancer, expect romance to rate very highly with you this month. If you are married, you go through a blossoming term. If you’re looking for love, the stars are favourable for you throughout April 2022. But don’t get to high an expectation from potential partners. Money can prove to be a touchy or even tough topic for some of you this April. Joint investments, money your other half earns, taxes, debts etc. On the other hand, the stars create the opportunities you need in order to get back on track in some touchy situation or other. But it’s only through effort and sacrifices that you can do that. The solar eclipse of April 30th, 2022, gives you the chance of a new beginning or a new approach to professional matters. Jupiter and Neptune shows that the overall predisposition is towards optimism and confidence in a bright future. Leo, the transits of April 2022 stars favour emotional renewal and healing for you. This can lead you towards improving all ties, including romantic ones. Jupiter and Neptune create excellent conditions for reconciliation or meeting someone who will change your life for the better. April 2022 can prove to be pretty tough professionally, particularly for if you have your own business. It’s very likely that they’ll feel more the effects of having competition or experience issues with clients that are tough to please or who want to end contracts. The solar eclipse of April 30th, 2022 speaks of opportunities to reorient yourself in life or change your marital status, most likely as a result of a crisis. April 2022 can be as exciting as it can be stressful. Take better care of yourself and rest up if you feel exhausted this month. Virgo, in April 2022 nothing is impossible from a romantic point of view. Chance may bring the perfect partner your way or are you so determined to find someone who fits an impossible ideal that they risk missing out on significant romantic opportunities. During the second half of the month, be mindful not to become too feisty in your relationship. The opinions of your other half are just as important as your own. Ties to others, partnerships, and associations can be particularly significant for your professional evolution and when it comes to your income this month. If you own a business, you might be offered the chance to become part of a new partnership or get new clients who are willing to sign contracts that are very profitable for you. During this term you’ll get great chances at freeing yourself and finding something to do that really suits you. Libra, April 2022 may prove to be a slightly emotionally month. A Mars-Saturn conjunction in your sign sees your other half calling you out on things, feeling that you’re not taking your relationship seriously. If you are single, you’ll be particularly attracted to people who inspire maturity and serious long-term intentions. Professionally, April 2022 looks to be very promising for you, particularly if you are looking for a new job. Managing your resources this month might prove to be plagued by issues. There might be conflicts in the family, if you are in business with them or if you rely on some financial support from them or if they rely on financial support from you. The solar eclipse of April 30th, 2022, is speaking of important changes when it comes to your finances. If you’ve been dealing with health issues lately, in April 2022 you can expect to see an overall improvement. Scorpio, expect a very romantic month when your dreams might come true. Jupiter, Neptune and Mars are bringing love to all you singletons. But it’s very likely you’ll fall in love more with the idea of love after such a long time of being single. Whether you’re married or involved in a new relationship, you go through an excellent term for expressing your feelings. Your creativity is your strong suit in April 2022, both from a professional point of view and when it comes to income. As a result, it’s very likely that during this term you’ll see financial success and fulfill a dream. The solar eclipse of April 30th speaks of a sudden change in your couple and/or in your professional life. You shouldn’t oppose the changes but rather embrace them.There’s a risk of exhausting yourself, so try to strive to simplify your activities and delegate some responsibilities. Sagittarius, the New Moon of April 1st, 2022 suggests the chance of an emotional renewal. If you want to begin a new relationship, this term is particularly favorable. In existing couples old relationships have great odds at being reinvigorated, experiencing a new wave of excitement and joy related to being together. When it comes to money, the astrological context of April 2022 gives you the chance to improve things. You get the chance to fulfill a dream related to family or your living space this month so get going! The solar eclipse of April 30th, 2022, speaks of significant professional changes, most likely triggered by a workplace crisis. The stars align and help you towards inner balance and a zen like state.

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Solutions on page 82

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Anger Inducing Anagrams

The following are all anagrams are Cities or Large Towns in the UK... Can you work out what they are? The word lengths are shown in brackets.

1) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

SNEER ABOUT (10)

2) _ _ _ _

CHEWS TRIM BOW (4,8)

________

3) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

RUSHED FIDDLE (12)

4) _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

DOMINATES (9)

5) _ _ _ _ _ _

MONEY TINKLES (6,6)

______

Guess The Celeb

Sudoku

Brain Teaser IT’S A BRAIN BUSTER THIS MONTH… Below, 10 nine-letter words have been broken into chunks of three letters. These chunks have been mixed up, no chunk is used twice and all chunks are used. Can you determine what the 10 words are?

som one dbr pen rtm ber nes ent ive eph eti ens mes off eak eid sep win erd tel day ter wed tem aft apa own car ern oon 76

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Crossword Across: 1. Someone who wins alot (5) 4. Speak aloud (5) 7. An ancient wisdom (8) 8. A challenge (4) 9. Found on the ground in a forest (8) 11. Kill many at once (4) 12. Not a vegetable or a mineral (6) 14. Another word for a road (6) 16. Amazing (4) 18. An ancient communal area (3,5) 20. Opposed to (4) 21. Drops of sun (8) 23. Not before (5) 24. Delicious (5) Down: 1. Decaying flesh (7) 2. Green, red, or yellow fruit (5) 3. Sweet or savoury (3) 4. Give oxygen to (9) 5. Text written about a specific topic (7) 6. An artists stand (5) 10. A singular taser (4,5) 13. A mechanical tool (7) 15. Sad (7) 17. Black & white bear (5) 19. Before Skiing (5) 22. Squirrels eat these (3)

Name The Film

A A widower is determined to get to the bot- B tom of a potentially explosive secret involving his wife's murder, big business, and corporate corruption starting Ralph Fiennes and Rachel Weisz (2005).

Dr Daniel Jackson is asked to decode an old hieroglyph in a military facility by a mysterious woman. He discovers important information about the device, which was found during an expedition in Egypt (1994).

Say What You See...

DIPPING

KNEE lights

LOOKING

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The Jokespage

Jokespage

I went into Burger King today, the woman serving had a badge on her left breast that said Pat… To cut a long story short I am now banned from Burger King.

A Jack Russell went to the job center. He said to the clerk: “I’m looking for work.” “Amazing!” said the clerk. “A talking dog! I’ll fix you up with a job in no time.” After making a quick phone call, the clerk handed the dog a piece of paper and said: “There you go. You start at the circus on Monday.” “That’s no good to me,” protested the dog, “I’m a trained plumber.” Three tourists were driving through Wales. As they were approaching

Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobw llllantysiliogogogoch... They started arguing about the pronunciation of the town's name. They argued back and forth until they stopped for lunch. As they stood at the counter one asked the blonde employee, "Before we order, could you please settle an argument for us? Would you please pronounce where we are... Very slowly?" The girl leaned over the counter and said, "Burrrrrr, gerrrrrr, Kiiiiiing.”

A motorcyclist was driving along on a dark, cold, wet and windy evening when he came upon a hitchhiker. He stopped to pick him up and advised him to turn his coat around in order to reduce the effect of the wind and the rain down his front. The passenger did this and they set off. As the motorcyclist passed through the town centre he was horrified to notice that his passenger was no longer on board. He turned the bike around and began retracing his path. 78

He spotted a crowd in the street surrounding a prone body ! 'Is he OK?' the motorcyclist nervously enquired. ‘He was 100% Ok when we found him replied a blonde from the crowd, but he has relapsed somewhat since I got his head around the right way!'

Bob is in trouble again... Bob’s wife and Bob started dieting a week ago. His wife proposed that they should have a cheat day today. She brought home McDonald’s, Burger King and Bob brought home his secretary. From his hospital bed, Bob is wondering when men will ever begin to understand women.

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Answers from 18, 26, 32, 76 & 77

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What Am I?

Anger Making Anagrams

Golden Gate Bridge

1) Eastbourne 2) West Bromwich 3) Huddersfield 4) Maidstone 5) Milton Keynes

Guess the Year 2011

Trivia Quiz Answers 1) Portsmouth 2) Puff Pastry 3) Durban, South Africa 4) Three 5) Brighton 6) Queen 7) Zinc 8) Sherlock Holmes 9) Ireland 10) Albania 11) Roots 12) A Jill 13) Don’t cry for me Argentina 14) Rob Brydon 15) Jamie Oliver 16) Jerusalem 17) Alladin 18) Your Holyness 19) Abacus 20) World Boxing Council 21) Sheep 22) Italy 23) Frank Sinatra 24) Two 25) Alexandra Palace 26) Will 27) Pisces 28) Romeo & Juliet 29) Kenya 30) Ballet

Guess The Celeb a) Ed Sheeran b) Kerry Washington

Brain Teaser Answers It’s a Brain Buster this month… Below are the 10 nine-letter words have been broken into chunks of three letters. Windbreak, Eiderdown, Sometimes, Afternoon, September, Carpenter, Offensive, Telephone, Wednesday, Apartment.

Crossword Solution

Sudoku Solution

Name The Film a) The Constant Gardener (2005) b) Stargate (1994)

Say What You See 1) Skinny Dipping 2) Neon Lights 3) Looking High & Low 82

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