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Welcome...

...to your July issue. As temperatures soar and the Algarve gets busier, what better way to get away from the crowds than to don a straw hat and enjoy a game of Croquet with a glass or two of Pimms? This month we visit the brand new Bela Romão Croquet & Country Club in a simply delightful location near Fuseta.

In our Focus On we take you on a Kayak tour of the Ria Formosa and this month the food page returns with a delicious Steak on the Stone from the Hairy Lemon Pub in Cabanas.

See how expats celebrated the Queens Diamond Jubilee in our reader inspired special, while regular features include Gardening with colourful Annuals from Mark, local sports news from Chris, plus an interesting look at the Algarve's anphibians.

Have a great July!

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CONTENTS 30

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4 NOTICE BOARD 5 WHAT’S ON 6 NEWS 7ARTS 8 Health 10 Health 12 places

Let us know your thoughts.

Things to do this month.

Get up to date on the latest East Algarve news!

Perfect Packaging at Côrte Real.

Working at your computer.

Sun, Sea and Massage.

An Algarve wonderland.

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15 Jubilee special 16 FOCUS ON 18 SHOPPING 20 property 24 property 30 Food 32 TAVIRA GARDEN BISTRO Celebrating the Diamond Jubilee.

Kayaking.

Linen Warehouse now in Guia.

The Property Market.

Property of the month.

Steak on the Stone from The Hairy Lemon Pub, Cabanas.

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33 GARDEN 35 environment 40 finance 42 sport 44 sport 46 classifieds

The "Annual" summer garden.

Studying the Algarve's Amphibians.

Journey to the economic center of the world.

The latest from Chris Wright.

Golf tips from Keith Ashdown.

Grab a local bargain.

The return of the Summer Barbecue.

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NOTICEBOARD

Algarve Group (East)

The Royal British Legion, Portugal Branch, Algarve Group (East) is holding an introductory meeting at the Quinta da Fonte do Bispo in Sta Catarina, Tavira.

The aim is to determine whether there is local interest in the creation of a social meeting place, where like-minded people can enjoy a monthly weekend lunch together and support the charitable endeavors of the RBL, including the Poppy Appeal.

The first meeting will be at 12.30 pm on Sunday 22nd July, when for just €15 per person you are invited to join us for a three course meal, served with water and house wine. Please book early. Please call David Atkinson on 914070389 or email me at: daliat60@hotmail.com We look forward to meeting you and hope for your support, now and in the future.

New Store in Fuzeta:

Rent-a-bike, Fishing, Nautical and Camping articles, Handcrafts.

Rua Tenente Barroso (near the fish market) 289047560

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Boot sal e 4th Su nday of the m onth at Q uinta Fonte do Bispo, Tel 281 9 71 484 and QM G arden Ce nter near Sta Barbara o n the 3rd Sa turday o f the month .

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Beef, pork & Turkey, plus all THE trimmings

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3 course option available for only 14€

STEAK night

Fridays, from 6.30pm

RUMP steak €10.00

All steaks come with home made chips, onion rings, mushrooms, grilled tomatoes, and peas.

Call 281 971 484, email info@qtfontebispo.com or see www.qtfontebispo.com Quinta Fonte do Bispo, Sta Catarina, Fonte do Bispo, Tavira

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New ENGLISH SUPERMARKET IN CABANAS:

"Alfresco's" is opening this month. See their advert on page 9 for contact details and directions.

Contact us

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What’s on Things to do this July

Here's your daily guide to both regular and special events our advertisers are holding this month.

Quinta Fonte do Bispo will be open over the Summer for day visits. Bistro clients are welcome to use the facilities, including the pool and tennis courts for free. Call 281 971 484 for details

MARKETS

Sundays

Sunday Carvery

At Quinta Fonte do Bispo, Sta Catarina, from 1pm, Tel 281 971 484. See page 4.

Castro Marim: 2nd Saturday of the month.

Mondays

Estoi: 2nd Sunday of the month.

Sta Catarina: 4th Sunday of the month.

The Black Anchor Irish Bar in Tavira. See page 45.

Moncarapacho: 1st Sunday of the month.

Tavira: 3rd Saturday of the month.

Live Music with Michael Boland

Wednesdays Quiz Night

Quinta Fonte do Bispo in Sta Catarina. See page 42.

THURsdays

Monte Gordo: 4th Saturday of the month.

Quelfes: 4th and 5th Sundays of the month.

São Brás de Alportel: 3rd Sunday of the month

Vila Nova de Cacela: 3rd Sunday of the month.

Loulé: Every Saturday.

Quiz

Restaurant Mont' Belo from 2pm. See page 29.

Free Wine tasting

Casa Azul, Altura (Ticket only). See page 29.

Fridays

Teddy Boys Band.

July 20th at Restaurant Mont' Belo. See page 29.

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Karaoke

Bar Toque. See back page for details.

Live Music with Garey Vesey

The Black Anchor Irish Bar in Tavira. See page 45.

Karaoke

The Hairy Lemon pub in Cabanas. See page 31.

Live Music Every Friday

Sgt Peppers, VRSA. See page 42

Saturdays

Live Music with Danny Maverick

The Hairy Lemon pub in Cabanas, every 2nd Saturday.

See page 31.

Karaoke with DJ Ged

The Black Anchor Irish Bar in Tavira. See page 45.

Karaoke

July 7th, 14th & 28th at Restaurant Mont' Belo.

See page 29.

Public Auction

Every 1st & 3rd Saturday, Faro at AHAlgarve.

See page 11.

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News Source: algarvedailynews.com

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Official traffic figures for the Via do Infante

raffic volume on the Via do Infante (A22) in the Algarve decreased by 57% between January and March 2012. This period is the first full accounting period for the Institute of Road Infrastructure (InIR), since the introduction of tolls on December 8th, 2011.

According to the latest report from the Institute of Road Infrastructure (InIR), the A22 had an Average Daily Traffic (ADT) in the first quarter of 2012 of 5,588 vehicles.

In the first quarter of 2011, without

and fatalities are higher on the EN125 and other secondary roads, than the same period last year."

"The situation will deteriorate dramatically on the EN125 with the arrival of summer and the end of the toll exemptions - the EN125 road queues and chaos will be unbearable."

The commission also voiced criticism for MPs elected by the PS, PSD and CDS that "have systematically voted in Parliament against the suspension of tolls on the Via do Infante" despite opposing them face to face.

Hotel guests to be charged tourist tax

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tolls, the traffic rate was of 12,889 vehicles daily.

The government still has not made available any figures for the amount of free journeys taken by residents with transponders.

Supporters of anti-toll group Cuvi gathered in Armação de Pêra, Silves, to analyse the impact that the introduction of tolls is having on the Algarve and the regional economy.

The committee reported that in the first quarter, traffic accidents and serious injuries "more than doubled

otel guests in Vila Real de Santo António (VRSA) are to be charged a tourist tax to help towards the upkeep of the city’s sports complex, an infrastructure the council says is vital to the competitiveness of the area as a tourist destination.

The Câmara says the Complexo Desportivo, through sporting and cultural events held there, is a tourist magnet and contributes towards increased hotel occupancy levels in the area.

However, the €3 million the council spends annually to maintain the infrastructure is proving too much and the creation of a taxa turística applicable to hotel guests in the area will help relieve the financial burden.

VRSA Câmara says those levels of investment, made solely by the council, were responsible for the rising number of athletes and sporting organisations

choosing the destination for training camps and competitions, such as the ‘Mundialito de Futebol’, the ‘Copa Foot 21’ or the European Champion Clubs Cup (Athletics).These events are said to result in each user of the sports complex spending an average of a week’s accommodation in hotels units in VRSA. “Not only do we invest in an appealing sports calendar, but municipal funds are also spent on developing a programme of regular cultural events that have continuously attracted interest from visitors particularly in the low season,” stated a spokesman for the Câmara.

For this reason, the council felt it was important to share the financial responsibility of promoting the city’s main attraction, which has played “the biggest role in raising tourist occupancy in the area”.

So from the end of this summer, all tourist accommodation units in the VRSA council will include an additional fee to guests bills, which will average €1 per overnight stay per person, except children under the age of 10.

Part of the funds collected from the ‘tourist tax’ are to be used in promotional campaigns both nationally and internationally.

VRSA Mayor Luís Gomes said: “The payment of this symbolic amount, a measure already in place in other European cities, is crucial under the current economic climate.”

The mayor also added that any hotel bookings made prior to the announcement of the tourist tax would not incur the charge.

A public discussion on this measure is currently taking place. Those wishing to take part in the debate should contact the Câmara on 281 510 005

Where to pick up your copy of the East Algarve magazine As always, the East Algarve magazine can be picked up from advertisers for free; however, the magazine will also be available at the following locations for a only 1€ per copy.

OlhÃo Quiosque do Mercado News Agent on the corner of the Market, Av 5 Outobro, 107, 8700 Olhao Santa Barbara Paulina’s Supermercado Santa Barbara de Nexe – 800 Faro Tel 289 999 145 SÃo BrÁs Newsagent next to SBA Computers. Casa Rui, Rua

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Antonio Rosa Brito, no 36 Santa Catarina Quinta Fonte Do Bispo On the EN 270 near Santa Catarina, Tel 281 971 484 Fuseta Crispim Restaurant and Cubanito’s Bar (opposite the ferry boat station) Rua da Liberdade no 126 Fuseta, Tel 289 798 045

Moncarapacho The Newsagent Kiosk Tavira The Newsagent Kiosk Green shack next to the Câmara ConcEiÇÃo Tabacaria Nova Loja Rue 25 de Abril, Ed Casa Nova, Loja M 8800-061

Cabanas Papelaria Mares, Rua Da Fortaleza, 67, 8800-591 Cabanas Tel 281 370 220 Pedras Da Rainha Reception, Cabanas, 8800591, Tel 281 380 038 Altura Tabacaria Alagoa, Rua Da Alagoa – Rotunda 8950-411 Manta Rota Papelaria Marta, Manta

RotaTel 281 952 680 Monte Gordo Talisma Bar Pastelaria Vasco De Gama (in the main square in Monte Gordo, opposite the Casino) V.R.S. AntÓniO Papelarte Elisabete Drago S. Rodriques Noronha R. Min Duarte Pacheco, Lote 1 – Loja B Tel 281 544 614

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Perfectly packaged

Arts

Showing a special interest in design, a new display at Galeria Côrte-Real features some of Portugal’s most iconic packages.

Words Carolyn Kain

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reated early in the 20th century by the country’s first commercial artists, they exemplify fashionable motifs and illustrations of the era.

In a few rare cases some of these packages continue to exist including tins containing fine quality virgin olive oil and locally caught sardines and tuna.

Handmade soaps by Portuguese perfumer, Mariposa, are still packaged in beautifully stylised boxes. All are on sale at Côrte-Real providing a unique opportunity to purchase a quaint reminder of Portugal’s past.

Located on the outskirts of Paderne with signs from the centre of the town, Boliqueime & Ferreiras.

Telephone: - 918 980 199 or 912 737 762

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Health

5 health problems caused by computer use

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Health expert Gareth Bullock explains highlights the dangers of working for long periods at a computer.

o you spend a long amount of time working, reading, playing and generally searching for things on the computer and internet? Do you ever stop and think your eyes are dry, your neck hurts, your child hasn’t moved all day and you yourself have been sat there for several hours without taking a break? Do your children spend all their free time playing and staring at the bright screens?

Yes of course they do, we all do, that's the way it is these days! But what is that doing to our health?

There are serious risks involved with prolonged computer use and here are the top 5. “Turn them off, get outside and play” is what I say...!

Eye Disease Prolonged computer use could be linked to glaucoma, especially among those who are short-sighted.

Our eyes are very badly affected by how long you stare at that bright screen. We stop blinking and start staring which makes our eyes strain and dry out. Make sure you look away from the screen and close them for a few seconds every few minutes.

Bad Posture Check your posture regularly!

You should be able to reach the keyboard and mouse whilst bending your elbows at 90 degrees, with your shoulders relaxed. If you

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are stretching, this could cause problems. Your back should be straight and the top of the monitor should be just below eye level. If your monitor is to the left or right of your keyboard you are putting strain on your neck.

Long periods of time at the computer while often leads to pain in the lumbar region of the back.

Neck and shoulder problems also result from poor seating and the poor organization of equipment on the desk.

Hurting Hands Your hand and wrist ache after working at the computer all day, and they sometimes start feeling numb.

Research in recent years has found that things like typing and sewing rarely cause carpal tunnel. Wear splints while you work to keep your wrists from bending too high or low, and use a keyboard tray or adjust your chair so the keyboard and mouse are below your elbows and your wrists are level.

It is really important to give your fingers, wrists and hands a break from resting on the keyboard all day. A tennis ball is a great way to do this. Every time you need to think you should grab the ball and give it a few quick squeezes. This will do wonders for your joints and muscles.

Computer Stress Injuries Many people suffer from structural

problems related to the physical stress of sitting incorrectly, or for too long in front of their computers. So there are chances you’ve experienced a fair amount of computer stress, from minor frustrations here and there to a virtual visit to computer hell.

High levels of stress can kill you!

Highly stressful workers have a higher risk of developing heart diseases and even cancer. So make sure that you can manage your stress. Taking frequent breaks is an important step in preventing repetitive computer stress injuries.

Cyberchondria This is a condition that people have when they continuously look up medical advice on the Web for every ache and pain. There is so much medical information available, and it is so easy to jump from one article to another that one can easily find a horrid disease for every symptom.

Self diagnosing and treating can cause longer, more serious health issues, so it is always in your best interest to confirm what you suspect with a health professional.

You would not gamble with your life earnings and buy a house over the internet without checking it 100%, so do not gamble with your health.

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Health With Fisioclub now offering Massage at Fuseta beach, we thought we'd give you our top 10 Massage facts.

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Massage reduces waste products such as lactic acid & carbonic acid that build up in muscles after activity and cause cramping, discomfort, and irritability. It also enhances the immune system and aids recovery from soft tissue injuries by increasing blood circulation to injured areas.

Massage dilates or opens up blood vessels, improving the circulation and relieving congestion.

Massage also increases the number of red blood cells, especially in cases of anemia.

Massage acts as a “mechanical cleanser” pushing along the lymph and hastening the elimination of wastes & toxic debris. Massage helps to eliminate edema (or dropsy) of the extremities through lymphatic massage.

Massage increases the blood supply and nutrition to the

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muscles without adding to their load of toxic acid, produced through voluntary muscle contraction (such as exercise). Massage thus helps to overcome harmful “fatigue” products resulting from strenuous exercise or injury.

Massage improves muscle tone and helps prevent or delay muscular atrophy resulting from forced inactivity. Massage relaxes muscle spasms and relieves muscle tension.

Massage may have a sedative, stimulating, or even exhausting effect on the nervous system, depending on the type and length of massage treatment given.

Transverse massage (a therapeutic massage technique) separates muscle fibers, undoing or preventing the formations of adhesions.

Massage stretches connective tissue, improves its circulation and nutrition so that

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it breaks down or prevents the formation of adhesions, and reduces the danger of fibroids.

Massage can compensate, at least in part, for lack of exercise or muscular contraction in persons who because of injury, illness, or age are forced to remain inactive. In these cases, massage helps return venous blood to the heart and so eases the strain on this vital organ.

Massage improves the circulation and nutrition of joints and hastens the elimination of harmful particles in the synovial fluid. It helps to lessen inflammation and swelling in joints, thereby alleviating pain.

According to some authorities, massage may burst the fat capsule in the subcutaneous tissue so that the fat exudes and becomes absorbed. In this way massage, combined with proper nutrition and exercise, can aid in weight loss.

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Places

An Algarve wonderland "I don’t think they play at all fairly," Alice began, in rather a complaining tone, "and they all quarrel so dreadfully one can’t hear oneself speak - and they don’t seem to have any rules in particular; at least, if there are, nobody attends to them ..."

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o wrote Lewis Carroll, an early croquet enthusiast, in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland where a hedgehog was used as the ball and a flamingo as the mallet, while soldiers doubled over to make the hoops. The Algarve has flamingos, hedgehogs and soldiers but it also has a wonderful new venture on its doorstep, the Bela Romão Croquet & Country Club just off the EN125 near Fuseta. Where and when croquet had its origins no one knows, but it first evolved as a society recreation in Ireland during the first half of the nineteenth century, then trickled quietly into England in the 1850s and took the country by storm in the early 1860s.

Historians are generally agreed that the game’s phenomenal success was that it provided the first opportunity for men and women, young and old, to compete outdoors on equal terms. And the timing was right. The mechanical lawn mower, invented by Edwin Beard Budding in 1830, was now widely available, allowing the maintenance of fine turf. Some 150 years later the Bela Romão Country Club Croquet Lawn has become the first official lawn in the Algarve. With its stunning aspect, looking down over the sun kissed golden beaches of Fuseta and Armona Island, the surroundings form an oasis where people can relax and enjoy a very special experience. Sarah Byrne, an Institute of America Chef and Maitre D’instructor, oversees the venture and the Baltizaar Clubhouse offers a wide range of international snacks and tapas. The swimming pool and petanque court are surrounded by lush gardens and shady arbours. Quinta Mariala is owned by London based Portuguese solicitor Lita Gale who became hooked on croquet while in Florida and California. She and Sarah have created the Bela Romão 

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Myths Regular contributor Chris Wright elaborates on Myths and legends pertaining to local land marks in and around Tavira.

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s the young woman standing on the roundabout outside Tavira railway station waving her soldier off to war or greeting him on his return? Neither is true.

The statues, erected in 2001, are a memorial to Tavira’s long military history.

They also symbolise the many thousands of young men from all over Portugal who did their basic military training in the town particularly during the Africa Wars (1961-74). Liaisons were quite common with the local girls who bade their soldiers farewell as they started their journeys back home. Many young men emigrated during this period and the population of Portugal actually decreased!

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Myths

Country Club as a non-profit member-only club with the objective of promoting Croquet in Portugal. Lita said, “We welcome everyone and would urge people, young and old, who have never played the game to come and have a go.” David Denman, an enthusiastic and accomplished player, is regularly on hand to provide advice and coaching: “We need more players so that we can challenge groups from overseas to do battle with us here at Bela Romão. Despite what Alice in Wonderland said, we do have rules and it is a very sociable and exciting sport.”

For further information on membership of Bela Romão, go to: www. belaromaocroquet.com or contact Sarah Byrne: 289 798 254 or email: Portugalcroquet@yahoo.com The Portuguese Croquet Federation website is: www. portugalcroquetfederation.com

Croquet facts As one of the few sports where men and women play on equal terms, croquet afforded young Victorian men and women opportunity to mingle out of the shadow of chaperones.

Croquet reached the South Pole in 2005 when American scientists became the first to play a game there, in the snow, outside the South Pole Observatory.

Rapper P Diddy held a croquet party in May to celebrate becoming the first rap performer to be given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Croquet was a one-off Olympic sport in 1900 – although it was so poorly organised that one competitor went to his death without ever having known he was an Olympian.

Pictures of then Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott playing at his official residence, Dorneywood, in 2006 while supposedly running the country, prompted a 300 per cent surge in sales of croquet sets at Asda.

The game of Croquet invented by John Jaques II in 1851 has spawned many variations, including ‘extreme croquet’, where the smooth lawns of the 19th century are replaced by a rugged landscape of streams and potholes whilst two million people play Japanese 'gateball’, a sort of five-a-side speed croquet.

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Jubilee Special

Inspired by an email I received from Ginny, we thought we'd show you how just some residents of the East Algarve celebrated the Queens Diamond Jubilee.

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ela Romão Croquet & Country Club enjoyed a visit from 'HM the Queen' and Franciso Leal (President of the Olhão Camâra) at thier Diamond Jubilee Gala Event.

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estaurante Mont’ Belo celebrated the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, complete with hats for their Ladies Day and music performed by the marvelous Gary Vesey. Facebook has many great photographs of the day.

M country shop and garden centre held the QM Jubilee street party.

Guests enjoyed complimentary QM punch and were invited to bring their own wine (corkage of 1€ was donated to charity). Live music was enjoyed by everyone as well as a delicious spit roast, with a regal salad, prepared by The Fat Pig Company.

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inny Wallis-Gregory and the Late Starters-Golfe Clube de TaviraBenamor Golf held a QUEENS DIAMOND JUBILEE Celebration Competition at Benamor Golf Club.

After informing Buckingham palace about the event, Lady Susan Hussey replied on behalf of her Majesty to wish us a good day and to thank us for our wishes to THE QUEEN. Ginny says "The management at Benamor were very supportive and most impressed that I had received the letter and in fact had it framed and it is now in the entrance foyer in the club house". "We did have a fabulous day, playing a Union Jack Flag Competition and the 18th fairway looked a treat with Union Jacks fluttering all over the place".

The Competition was won by Geoff Bamforth in the mens section and the Ladies was won by Carol Emery.

Everyone enjoyed a Fish and Chip meal followed by scones, cream and strawberry jam (provided by Val Lampard). Our day was in fabulous sunshine, Ginny added "I wish we could have sent some of that along with our wishes to the Queen".

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Focus on

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his month I was fortunate enough to be invited out on a kayak tour of the Ria Formosa.

It sounded great, but I didn't fancy paddling in the hot sun to be honest. So hurray, the good news was that I didn't need to!

All you have to do is just sit back and pedal and enjoy the sights of the Ria Formosa nature reserve, including a lot of bird and marine life, fish incredibly jump out right in front of you! Just to explain a little, Hobie kayaks are pedal-powered craft, imported especially into the Algarve for your enjoyment. The pedals work some simple, but effective, underwater flippers - and that's what propels you along on your Algarve

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kayak trip. It is a very efficient mode of propulsion, as my non-aching legs bore witness!

I was met by Steve and luis, who set us all up with life-jackets, showed us where to stow our belongings on the support craft and the kayaks we were to be using for the day.

Steve addressed our group with an introductory talk about the workings of the kayaks: foot pedals and fins, rudder, and hand-held paddle/ oar, together with the procedure of landing the craft.

Once we all headed out, we stayed close to the beach accustomizing ourselves to our kayaks. I followed Steve in the support boat, with the others in a line behind.

It wasn't long before we were able

to test our skills over the shallows, taking the foot paddles out of action and paddling manually.

After a short time, we stopped, beaching at the very end of Ilha de Faro, just before the channel opened out into the ocean. Drinks and melon were provided and all our questions were answered about the wildlife and marine life. We were encouraged to venture over the sand dunes to the Atlantic side to see the views back to Albufeira, Quarteira, Quinta do Lago with the impressive hills as the backdrop.

After navigating past the entrance to the Ria Formosa, we glided along the water at a steady 4-5 knots to the beginning of Ilha Deserta which is now a natural lagoon. The lagoon was

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crammed with birds, big and small.

There were many sandbanks and rock pools in which to see the marine life.

Just before we came ashore, a flock of pink flamingos swooped across the entrance to the Ria Formosa and did a fly-past some 100-200 metres away before heading away to their favourite gathering place near Quinta da Lago.

Next stop was the main one... Lunch was provided, and we had plenty of time to explore the lagoon, try out a different craft, or go off on our own.

Some of the more adventurous of the party tried the kayaks with sails.

Steve then took us across to a sandbank, some hardy types wading up to their chests, others being ferried in a tandem kayak. Once

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After a picnic lunch ,which was most welcome by this time, we got our second wind ready to explore the lagoon some more and then make our way home, accompanied by the local herons.

We kept up a good pace, as Steve rounded up the stragglers and guided us across the entrance to the Ria Formosa. Those who were

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Linen Warehouse has the widest selection of linen and towels in the Algarve with lots of colours to choose from and our range of products are expanding all the time. We also now buy from the north of Portugal beautiful soft spun 100% cotton sheets and pillowcases and a luxury sateen 200 thread cotton with silver or natural piping on the flat sheets and pillowcases which add a touch of class to the pristeen white background.

Alongside our usual choice of pillows

available at both stores we have a new pair of pillows in stock: Coolnights pillows have a silver thread woven into the polycotton cover which conduct heat so that the fabric stays cooler.

Silver is also known for it’s antibacterial properties meaning these pillows also have health benefits too.

Another new pillow added to our range is the Oriental box stitched pillow which has a deep structure for added comfort, a luxurious pure cotton cambric cover with piped stitched edge and is on special promotion at 13.00€ each while stocks last.

Our range of mattress and pillow protectors in microfibre have proved to be a massive hit and are proposed to be cooler in summer and warm

in winter, they are fully fitted and manufactured to size for both UK and European sizes which are slightly bigger than our standard range to accommodate the bigger sized beds which can go up to 2 metres x 2 metres, they are made from microfibre that has airtex holes which also allows it to breath. We have lots of new designs of duvet covers and bedspreads with prices to suit all budgets which you will be able to see displayed on UK sized beds some of which will also be available to buy from us.

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Much has been said about the ill thought-out introduction of toll system for the A22, the bailout programme, austerity measures and the subsequent deep recession in Portugal. Unemployment is still high - adjusted for seasonal demand during summer – and is expected to remain high well into 2013. But there are also glimmers of hope. From an economical point of view Q1 in 2012 saw an increase in exports and an improvement in the Balance of Payments (although still negative). Europe’s sovereign debt crisis is still in full swing and the magical word nowadays is growth - economic growth - to get out of the crisis. But with many countries

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Another glimmer of hope is coming from the property market with transaction volume up since the beginning of 2012 although it still is very much a buyers market.

Some areas that experienced a mini building boom in the past still suffer from an overhang of unsold newly built properties, which will remain so for the foreseeable future as it seems that neither builders nor banks are willing or able to adjust to current market prices.

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When looking abroad, there are also pockets of strength in Europe which seem unaffected by the crisis.

Property prices for prime locations in London are higher than before the crisis started in 2008 and there are signs of a mini boom in the German property market too. Berlin is very popular at the moment and not to mention the lofty property prices in Sylt, a small island in front of the coast.

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I guess one can only postpone a lifestyle decision to own a property for a limited amount of time; after all we do not live for ever. At least with an investment in traditional brick and mortar you know what you own.

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If you are planning to purchase a from the property market with property and have been waiting for prices to come down, transaction volume up since you should best register your interest as soon as possible the beginning of 2012 with your estate agent instead The ultra wealthy are not much of waiting for asking prices to come affected by an economic downturn down further. The prices of real which explains why property prices bargains are often not advertised for for prime locations such as in various reasons, and you could be London are buoyant. But now foreign losing out on some of the best deals buyers are returning to the Algarve on offer. too. With low interest rates on saving Robert Bijker accounts and historical low yields Land & Houses Algarve on government bonds (investment – Yellow Homes www. grade), people start to look landandhousesalgarve.com elsewhere for better returns. There Rua Dr. José Pires Padinha 178 is also pent-up demand from people 8800 - 354 Tavira who postponed their purchase in Tel: 281 320 281 the past, some who already have Fax: 281 321 901 (AMI – 6232)

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Tavira Gardens musical summer Barbecue returns

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he Bistro's Barbecue is a grill feast which can last over three hours in lovely surroundings seating up to sixty diners. Björn the barbecue chef prepares numerous meat and fish cuts for you, accompanied by various salads, sauces and other side dishes. Meats include sausages, spare ribs, marinated pork steak, chicken kebabs, lamb chops and rump steak. Fish items are prawns, sardines and Sea bass. Vegetarian options are available, please let us know in advance. All this for an amazing €19.50 (drinks not included). Kids under ten €2.50, ten to fourteen only €10.00.

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Annuals add splashes of colour to your garden all year long, but you must choose plants that are suited to your climate in order to have lush, thriving flowers.

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any gardeners that have a hot and dry climate to deal with often shy away from colourful annuals as they think they will not do well without constant watering and will require too much maintenance. There are, however, many annals that love just such a climate. The list below is a sample of annuals that can take the heat.

The list below shows annuals best suited for hot and dry climates and when they have established a rooting system they are quite tolerant to dry conditions.

African Daisy (Dimorphotheca) Annual Vinca (Cataranthus roseus) Calliopsis (Coreopsis tinctoria) Cosmos (Cosmos species) Creeping Zinnia (Sanvitalia procumbens) Dusty Miller (Senecio cineraria) Gaillardia (Gaillardia pulchella) Globe Amaranth (Gomphrena globosa) Gloriosa Daisy (Rudbeckia hirta) Gold Medallion (Melampoddium paludosum) Moss Rose (Portulaca grandiflora) Snow-on-the-Mountain (Euphorbia marginata) Spider Flower (Cleome hasslerana) Verbena (Verbena species) Zinnia (Zinnia species)

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Heat seeking varieties of annuals Annuals in the list below are generally able to tolerate very hot conditions, but they do usually require additional moisture.

Blue Daze (Evolvulus glomerata) Castor Bean (Ricinus communis) Cockscomb (Celosia argentea) Cypress Vine (Ipomoea quamoclit) Dahlia (Dahlia species and hybrids) Fan Flower (Scaevola aemula) Flowering Tobacco (Nicotiana species) Four o’clock (Mirabilis jalapa) Hyacinth Bean Vine (Dolichos lablab) Joseph’s Coat (Amaranthustricolor) Mexican Bush Sage (Salvia leucantha) Mexican Heather (Cuphea hyssopifolia) Mexican Sunflower (Tithonia rotundifolia) Moon Vine (Ipomoea alba) Morning Glory (Ipomoea species) Salvia (Salvia species) Silk Flower (Abelmoschus manihot) Starflower (Pentas lanceolata) Sunflower (Helianthus annuus) A combination of the varieties of annuals listed above can be great choices for those people living in hot, dry climates. These heat and drought tolerant annuals provide a

wide variety of colours, sizes, shapes and textures, enough to meet the needs of any gardener.

Even with annuals that like a hot, dry climate, gardening in such conditions can be challenging. Water restrictions can thwart the efforts to provide adequate moisture to your plants so you need to be cognitive of the usual restrictions in your area. No matter what your climate, matching the types of flowers you plant to the climate in which they will be growing is one of the best ways to ensure a healthy garden and a healthy environment.

Annuals provide season long colour to your garden and can be started from seed or purchased pre-grown from your local garden centre.

Most types of annuals can be started right from seed by using seed boxes. Start your seeds indoors in well drained soil and make sure they have plenty of light as well as enough water. After the seedlings have gotten a good start indoors, they are then replanted outside in the garden.

For those who do not want to grow their annuals from seed, seedlings can be bought directly and transplanted immediately.

This approach is generally more expensive, but it provides a quicker

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Gardens time between planting your flowers and enjoying them.

When it comes to putting our annuals in the garden, make sure they are planted with the tops of the roots just below the soil surface. If you have bought pre grown plants, make sure that the entire container is removed along with any paper or plastic. If our seedlings are in peat pots, then remove the top edge of the pot before planting.

If the seedlings have any buds or flowers on them, they should be pinched off when the seedlings are planted. This will promote greater branching and help the plant grow stronger. After the seedlings have been transplanted, the plants should be given a good watering. It is particularly important to provide lots of water in the first few weeks, since the plants are still developing their root structure during this time.

It is essential to provide adequate moisture to get the plants off to a good start. Even after planting, most annuals require from 2.5 to 4 cm

of water every week to thrive. With even more water may be needed in very hot climates.

Annuals need to establish a deep root system and they can only do this if they receive sufficient amounts of water. Deep root growth comes from thorough and deep watering and will produce lush thriving plants.

The best methods for achieving this deep and thorough watering are soaker hoses and drip irrigation. In addition, these methods of watering avoid water splashes on the foliage, which can serve as pathways to fungal infections.

Another important aspect to healthy annuals is proper mulching. Mulch the bed before you put the plants in with 5 to 7.5 cm of pine bark or pine straw. Mulching serves to conserve the moisture contained in the soil and to reduce the growth of weeds.

A good layer of mulch will shade the seeds of weeds and prevent them from sprouting. Mulch provides a natural form of weed control and thereby eliminates the need for

hand weeding or harsh chemicals to control the growth of weeds.

Different annuals have different fertilization needs. When you buy your seeds or plants, find out what those are and make note. Then during the growing season make sure you provide the fertilization that is necessary for each type of plant.

One of my favourite plants to grow in a hot climate is the African daisy which is the name commonly used to describe a group of different bedding plants. All of which come from South Africa, sport a mass of daisy-like flowers (unsurprisingly!), and require similar conditions to grow successfully. Daisy flowers, typical of the Asteraceae botanical family, create a clear mood and design direction. They appear out of place in lush, tropical settings, typified by plants with massive leaves and large garish flowers. They are more suited in my view to the sparser, restrained style of a Mediterranean, dry climate garden.

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Gardens the name of African daisy, with a number of species and varieties belonging to each genus. These are Arctotis, Osteospernum, and Dimorphotheca. All are hardy to light frosts, are fairly pest resistant, and must be grown in well-drained soil.

While requiring regular water through the long hot summer, they do best, especially in heavy soils, with deep, occasional irrigation. Therefore, in their cultural needs, as well as in design terms, they associate better with Mediterranean type plants, than with tropical or sub tropical ones. All need full sun to flower.

Arctotis hybrids The most common Arctotis found in gardens are hybrids that grow 30cm (1ft) high and wide. The foliage varies according to the variety from a dull green, to bluish-grey. The leaves are slightly rough and hairy. The symmetrical flowers are some 7cm (3in) wide, in shades of white, pink, yellow, orange, and red. Arctotis is most effective when massed as a ground cover, but is not to be relied

on in cold-winter areas or boggy soil. The plants tend to become bare and leggy, so regular clipping is essential. My suggestion is to prune away the flowers even when about 25% remain on the plant.

Osteospernum fruticosum This is a trailing plant to about 25cm (10 in) tall, covering about a meter in width. It is somewhat course and untidy in appearance, and so is unsuitable for small, intimate niches. It can be excellent though in spaces where a sprawling look is in order. The flowers are very similar in shape and size as those of Arctotis, coming in purple or white.

To maintain bushiness, regular clipping is important, as is the occasional cutting-back to growing points towards the woody base of the plant. This should only be carried out during the growing season.

A taller version of this African daisy is Osteospernum ecklonis. There are a number of varieties of this species available, most notably the relatively compact “Passion”. This variety has

pink, purple, or white flowers, with sky blue centres.

Dimorphotheca sinuata This African daisy, sometimes known as cape marigold, is a fine annual for warm summer, and mild winter climates, creating a lovely floral display in white, pink or purple at the end of the winter and the spring. It could however, become invasive in certain areas.

African daisy plants associate best in the flowerbed with plants belonging to the same botanical family; the similar flower shapes creating unity in the garden composition.

Excellent companions for them amongst others are Felicia, Bidens, Chrysanthemums, Gazania, and Brachycome.

Now I hope this helps with some ideas for you to create that extra piece of colour in your garden, and remember don’t be afraid to try any of these annuals in your flower beds, because with the right plants your garden will have a bright vibrant feel all summer long.

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Environment

Keeping track of local pond life in the regions unhospitable dry and hot climate

Studying the Algarve's amphibians

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mphibians (frogs and toads, newts and salamanders) require moist conditions and freshwater to breed in.

Consequently, Mediterranean climates, with their long hot and dry seasons, present them with a great challenge. Nevertheless, amphibians do occur in these areas where damp places with freshwater exist such as around ponds, lakes or streams. This localised existence means, however, that they are very vulnerable and entire populations or even linked populations can be easily wiped out by development or by water pollution (for example by agricultural chemicals).

Amphibians are made more susceptible to environmental threats by the fact that they are all too easy to overlook; they are often inconspicuous and generally nocturnal.

Torchlight surveys The Alvor Estuary area of Portugal, where A Rocha has its field centre at Cruzinha, is rich in amphibians and over the years, twelve species have been recorded: two species of salamander, two species of newt, four

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toad species and four species of frog.

Yet regular systematic surveys of amphibians have not been undertaken so far. In March 2003, Alan Preece carried out the first amphibian surveys in the area, partly to see how any such regular systematic surveys might be undertaken in future. Amphibians were surveyed using the "torchlight technique," checking potentially suitable water bodies with a high-powered torch shortly after sunset. Nine water bodies, including ponds, ditches and large puddles, were surveyed.

The amphibians found were recorded and the salinity and temperature of the water measured at each locality.

The three species which were found during these surveys were Perezi's Frog (Rana perezi), the Natterjack Toad (Bufo calamita) and Bosca's Newt (Triturus boscai).

Perezi's frog (formerly classified as the Marsh Frog) occurs across the Iberian peninsula and into the south of France. On the survey, it was seen in four of the ten water bodies, often in some numbers. It appears to be common in the Alvor area and even when

it could not be seen, its calls could be heard. This species can apparently utilise most types of water available, and was even present in water that was brackish. The survey period (1418th March) appeared to be part of the breeding period for this species as a pair were found clasped together ("in amplexus") indicating imminent spawning.

The Natterjack Toad has a distribution across western and central Europe, occurring throughout Portugal.

It was widely heard calling and was found in shallow puddles on a night following rainfall where it too was seen breeding. The Natterjack Toad has a specialised reproductive strategy that relies on such short-lived pools.

Bosca's Newt is similarly widespread across Portugal, but is otherwise found only in western Spain, being endemic to the western Iberian Peninsula. A single specimen was found in a ditch.

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they tend to be more visible and are present in suitable water bodies in higher concentrations than at other times.

The "torchlight technique" is fairly effective but suffers from two problems: torchlight surveys of heavily vegetated sites are relatively unproductive, and the charge on the high output torches that are used has a limited life which reduces survey time. Studying the calls that frogs and toads make, particularly during the breeding season, can help in defining their abundance and location. Each frog and toad species has a specific call and can be identified on this basis. During this study, Natterjack Toads were successfully identified and located at a distance of at least 500 m. Unfortunately, newts and salamanders are silent and cannot be located this way.

One other way of determining what species of amphibians are present, and one that works outside the breeding season, is to identify their refugia.

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Refugia are those protected sites, often under the cover of rocks and logs in shaded and damp areas, where amphibians can survive the hot, dry summer of the Algarve. Searches of refugia do however pose problems; at best, valuable microhabitats are disturbed and at worst they, or the animals they contain, are destroyed.

Good environmental practice dictates that if refugia are disturbed by their covering rock or log being lifted up, this should be done in such a way that the cover can be restored to exactly where it was. Any animals found underneath the cover should be removed before it is replaced to avoid being crushed and should then be released next to the refugia so that they can rebury themselves safely. Care should also be taken during refugia searches as they may also contain venomous animals such as snakes or scorpions.

The next step in any systematic study of amphibians in the Alvor Estuary area will be to prioritise those water bodies that are amphibian rich so that they can be regularly studied. This will be done by eliminating the higher salinity water bodies and highlighting preferred breeding sites by mapping frog and toad calls and noting the presence of egg chains and clumps ("spawn").

Studying amphibians poses particular problems; yet, if a case is to be made for the preservation of these creatures in an area, then as much as possible

about their abundance and diversity needs to be known. **** Alan Preece can be contacted at adpreece@lineone.net More details on the amphibians of the Alvor area can be had from A Rocha Portugal: portugal@arocha.org

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Olhanense prepare for new season All the latest local sports news from Chris Wright.

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Midfielder Nuno Piloto has signed a twelve month extension to his contract. Piloto was seriously injured in November last year but is now fully fit and could be an influential member of the squad. Leaving is the fans favourite Djalmir who has been a great servant to the club including a hat full of goals in the promotion season of 2008-9. Ismaily has gone to SC Braga and centre-back Mexer to Madeira side Nacional.

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The Back-swing

Another top tip from resident professional at Benamor Golf, Keith Ashdown.

In this picture you see me with the club in the 9 o'clock position in my back-swing, notice that the grip end of the club is fairly low to the ground.

This shows that the hands are following the movement of the club-head, rather than the hands and arms taking the club away.

At this point in my backswing you can see that there is not much hip turn, my legs are relaxed and there is only a slight shoulder turn.

This all happens because my body is following the movement of the club-head and not leading it.

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At the top of my back-swing notice that my left hip has not moved across to the right, my body has stayed centred and I have rotated around that central position.

From this position I will be trying to feel that I am throwing the club-head down towards the ball making sure that I release the energy created in the back-swing in order to generate the maximum club-head speed at impact.

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Mon-Fri open from 4.00pm, Sat-Sun open from 12.00 noon

Mon-Fri open from 4.00pm, Sat-Sun open from 12.00 noon

Live Music

Specialities:

Monday with Michael Boland Fridays with Gary VEsey

Home made soups, Salads, Fresh fish daily, Steaks, Cataplanas, Vegetarian dishes,Pasta dishes, Home made desserts, Irish coffee.

SATURDAYS with Ged

Traditional roast

Karaoke

Served every Sunday

Full coverage of ALL SPORTS INCLUDING THE 2012 OLYMPICS with large screens both inside and outside. Enclosed courtyard with play area, ideal for families with young children”.

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Full Bar Food Menu - FREE WIFI

AN Extensive range of wines AND ports Find us on Facebook

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Rua Borda d’Agua da Asseca, 46-50 - 8800-325 Tavira, Tel./Fax 00 (351) 281 323 165, Tlm.916 822 117 E-mail info@beirariotavira.com

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Free classifieds PROP E RT Y F OR R E N T Long term rental T1 from 400 Euros call: 00351 926191055 Tavira area Long term rentals, various properties for rent 1-2-3 beds from 325€ per month. Joe 911 956 149 Leasing villa with pool, Murteira, €800/m, Facebook ‘Daisy Says’ Apartment for rent in Canadá T2 ( Cabanas/ Conceicao) Spacious 2 twin bedded rooms in secure complex with terrace.

A/C, underground parking space. STILL AVAILABLE IN AUGUST. Tel 965774832 10h til 17h for more details.

Tavira gardens apartment 1 bedroom fully furnished and terrace, pool etc with cleaning 2 month service Long term 500€ pcm month from Available March 918712200 or email domingues.joe@gmail.com Central Tavira House 3 beds with pool and garage furnished 750€ pcm long term or short term available March Tel 918712200 or email domingues.joe@gmail.com

PROP E RT Y F OR S A L E Villa, T3,Heated Pool,Stunning views.

Bargain.www.worthypropertiesofportugal. com/detail.php?id=2334 Village Villa, 5 mins from sea 20 mins from Faro. 3 double bedrooms with 3 bathrooms.

Tel (00351) 914 070 389

WA N T E D WANTED Min 2 Bed apartment. Excellent quality, good views & terraces in the Tavira area. Client ready to buy asap! kateelse@ yahoo.co.uk Mob: 00351 926360484 Lawn Bowls Wanted, -Woods, Size 1.

Tel.281 321 868.

Wanted “Sourcing for new business Venture” Locally based “Eastern Algarve Artisans “ do you make your own products i.e. Jewellery, Wood crafts, Furniture, beauty productss etc. and live near Tavira? If so please email info to shellsoftavira@gmail.com

SERVICES Technical assistance, repair, building and painting jobs around Tavira. Tel 965 363 742 Shutter cleaning service Personal Professional Touch (For all properties) 918 797 151 Swimming Pool Maintainance, Villa/ apartment Management. Alan WhittleEnglishTel 969 545 297 CAR EXPERT Help to buy car, choose a car, sell car or diagnostic car. Tel 924 173 532.

Avon perfumes with more than 50% discount Tel. 919 817 490 Guitar lessons Rock, Blues, Country, acoustic or electric ring Dave 281 951 647 Day Sailing and Guadiana River trips at www.floatinggold.com Transfers to Faro Airport please call: 00351 917330513 FREE Book for Holiday Home Owners www. freeholidayletsbook.com Margaret`s helping hands for: Health/ Homecare, Housekeeping, Shopping,

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Gardening, Babysitting, Transport, Looking after your property and pets while you are away. I speak Dutch, German, English, French. Eastern Algarve only. Reference available Mob.912 977 499; email: verwoert40@hotmail.com Receive BBCiplayer, ITVplayer, SkyPlayer anywhere in world.Contact websites.1@ hotmail.co.uk Premier painting Services,All aspects covered, Free Estimates and Consultations.

Tel-965444389, TEL-917022110 Email Premier-painter@hotmail.co.uk Vet in Tavira, sm. surgeries, sterilisations, consults, vaccs. (Sarah Langridge Serviços Veterinários Lda.) Directions, services and prices; sarahlangridge@yahoo.com Tel.935581822.

Removals and storage for a personal and professional service please contact Emily or Neil 00351 939 486 870 neilandem@sapo.pt.

Moving to or from the Algarve?

Professional International Removal Services.

Also available for smaller jobs within the Algarve. Call Björn 937400508. For more info.

Experienced Algarve Gardener (English) Olhao to Tavira areas, Garden maintenance & irrigation. Also designed landscape projects here. References available. Tel 912540071.

Chef and waitress at private Homes or Restaurants or Functions (good rates )Tel 911956149 Classic Amy Winehouse Tribute Act available for Parties etc Call 917 332 068 or 289 845 051 Any thing to sell? Call Mark on at Auction House Algarve on 914 774 438 Music Duo, Available for restaurants, bars and hotels; Tel 917 332 068 "PALMIST", to know your future. Tel. 289 845 561 Masterjoiner / carpenter & General Maintenance. Solid experience of fitting Kitchens, Doors, Locks etc 926 615244 - 281 328 648 Stephen Freeman, Painter & decorator Friendly service, Highest quality paints, Free quotes Tel 289 841 896 mob 912 780 721 email stephenfreeman@sapo.pt Professional singer for hire. Tel Richy 281 971 484 for any Event in the East Algarve.

Driver & van, Tel 961 700 200.

F OR S A L E Chrysler voyager 2002, 2.5 diesel se-crd, Spanish reg, itv 2013, €5.000, tel. 00351 962 945 192 or Sgt. Peppers bar, Vila Real 2 White Bedside Cabinets - 3 drawers 30€. Tel 281 971 686 Fire Basket - needs cleaning. 42 wide. 50 high. 28 deep. Tel 281 971 686.

VW GOLF IV 11/99,1.4-16V,space grey, 5 doors,105000km, A/C, service history, ABS, alarm, central lock, alloy wheels, direction assist, 2 owners, 4 electric windows,4 airbags, good condition. 924 173 532 Faro.

Washing machine, 6 months old with guarantee. Balay ts 6010 A+A , 6kg 1000 twin speed spin 600 1000. 13 programs.

Was €329 new NOW €199 Tel: John 91 812 2051 Tennis racket “Yonix” (grip 3) + carrier bag.

€10. Tel. 281 – 951 854 or 997 733 855 Mercedes 300, UK Reg 1998,diesel estate, for more info call Malcolm 963 099 224 Kimball grand piano. Natural wood, pretty instrument. Tuning & transport arranged.

Offers: Andre 917045202 Games room equipment – Pool, Snooker, Table Tennis, Foosball and Darts : Sales, Rentals and Profit Share : Call Suzi on 912 264 905 or visit www.fjnorth.net WATERPIK (dental hydro-jet). Click-on to any tap. No electr./no batteries.5€. Info: ft@ van-oostveen.com or tel. 281 951 854.

2 new black leather loungers €250 each call 912 258 090 2 large brown leather corner sofas €900 ono for both call 926 563 738

A C TI V ITI E S Mosaic workshop every Tuesday at Quinta Fonte do Bispo, Sta. Catarina, every second Wednesday intensive workshop at QM garden centre. More info: www.elmundomosaico.com British Legion Dinner, Quinta Fonte do Bispo, 22nd July see page 4 for details.

Scottish Country Dancing at the Casa do Povo Moncarapacho, Thursdays 5.30 ~ 7.30PM.Tel 289 791 998 or 914 798 833 or email mabstansb@iol.pt FREE Boot sale, QM Garden center Saturday 21st July Tel 289 999 613 Painting for pleasure. Beginners onwards every Wed 10.30-12.30 Mesquita, Sao Bras & 2.30-4.30 Quinta Fonte Bispo T. 289 845 561

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tavira

karaoke:

Every Friday night

HAPPY HOUR: SATURday 9-11pm

OPEN MON-THU 10.00pm-02.00am FRI & SAT 9pm-03.00am

Open Monday to Saturday from 9pm, Tavira's Bar Toque.

Situated in the center of town, less than five minutes walk from the Military bridge, you'll find a tastefully decorated air conditioned bar, playing popular music from all eras to sing & dance along to.

We provide a friendly atmosphere, regular live music with the odd surprise guest.

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Address: Rua Almirante Candido dos Reis, 118, Tavira Telephone: 961 700 200 or 910 046 565 www.bar-toque.com email: info@bar-toque.com www.eastalgarvemag.com