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2nd Edition of the The WELLBEING – Health Beauty & Lifestyle Expo..... Produced by the Nº1 Event Organiser on the Costas…… GM Promotions Venue: Villa Gadea Hotel, Altea, Costa Blanca North Dates: Friday 1 & Saturday 2 November 2019 - 10.00 to 17.00 Announcing the next exciting GM Promotions Event for the Autumn season - The WELLBEING Health Beauty & LIFESTYLE Expo. Our track record with The Homes Gardens & Lifestyle Shows is second to none, and this coming Autumn we are excited for our next event of 2019! An EXPO dedicated to the Wellness, Health, Beauty and the Lifestyle industries with 65 stands showcasing products, services and treatments, talks/ presentations & healthy cooking demonstrations, trial exercise classes and a workshop section plus related feature attractions, fun, information, prizes and give-aways! A fabulous 2 day event for our visitors to discover the importance of health and wellness for a better wellbeing and zest for life! We will be covering everything from energising to relaxation concepts, diet and HEALTH, cooking demos, talks, trial classes (Yoga, Zumba, Self Defence), fashion and trends, fitness and exercise. BEAUTY treatments & products from head to toe. Holistic therapies and approaches for the mind, body, soul and spirit! Clairvoyance, mainstream and alternative medicine, Chiro to Physio, aesthetic, cosmetic, dental, eye, hair care services and treatments, eco-friendly products, vegan, veggie, organic, fashion to fitness, travel and leisure activities, new hobbies, recreational activities plus new product launches and feel good factors! And so much more…… The lifestyle and leisure industry in general, plus outdoor living will all be on display and showcased at this event!
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Our Show philosophy as always is to keep the standards high, add interesting features and demonstrations, plus prizes to be won and we always draw in the crowds! We look forward to WELCOMING YOU to join us and enjoy two fun, informative and inspirational packed days! If you would you like YOUR business to be there and capitalise on the next GM Promotions event, generating more business for YOUR business. Contact us - email gina@gmpromotions.es or call 695 399 841 for all the information, floor plans and availability. As the health/wellness and beauty industry is thriving with people who want to achieve a better lifestyle, there is no better place to be if your business revolves around the health, beauty, wellbeing, holistic, cosmetic, physic, fashion, fitness, medical, mainstream and alternative, dental, eco-friendly products, the lifestyle, travel and leisure industry in general, plus outdoor living!……. This is the EXPO for you! Energise your business going into in 2020 and showcase your products and services. For our visitors we look forward to welcoming you to the next Show, where it’s all about YOU! Utilise the professionals for guidance on your WELLBEING health, beauty and improving your LIFESTYLE from top to toe! We will keep you up to date on this Expo right here with our main media sponsors, if it’s happening here on the Costas and you want to know about it, this is the EXPO to get inspired and informed, see, touch, taste, try and buy! The WELLBEING Health Beauty & Lifestyle Expo on 1 & 2 November at the Villa Gadea Hotel in Altea.
See www.gmpromotions.es and Facebook: The Health Beauty & Lifestyle Show BOOK YOUR STAND NOW……… email gina@gmpromotions.es or call 695 399 841 for all the information and availability.
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Summer has arrived and although I have dipped a toe in the pool it is still not warm enough for me to get in. I mentioned that to my sister in the UK and she commented 'Would you have ever imagined as a fifteen year old in Barton-on-Humber that you would have ever said those words?' How different things could have been if my then boyfriend, (still with him 36 years later) had not been made redundant and moved over to Spain. I still sometimes have to pinch myself, it's not been plain sailing, but I would do it all again to have the life we have here in Spain. It has been wonderful for our darling daughter who was born here and grew up with horse riding (I am sure she made friends with every horse owner in the town), skiing, swimming, beach parties, and something going on most weekends, which meant we hardly saw her from Friday to Sunday. Now her two children are growing up here and granddaughter, at four, already has a busier diary for the summer than we have. She has already been fishing for squid on a friend's boat, to a music festival and of course swimming as she doesn't feel the cold like her gwanma! Have a Lesley fabulous July, whatever you are doing. Front cover picture 'Altea Midsummer Night' by artist Lanie Widmar For more information visit www.rabbitearsstudio.com Congratulations to Elisabeth Mayerhofer from Villajoyosa who won the 50€ competition last month, by spotting the logo on page 41. For your chance to win 50€ this month, see inside for details of how to enter. Pick up your next issue on 6 August. Deadlines: Editorial & Advertising - 12 noon - 18 July.
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Ciudad Patricia Officially Opens Brand New Building Ciudad Patricia is delighted to announce the opening of our newest building - IRIS. Residents, Staff, Shareholders and Dignitaries celebrated the event. Celebrations began in the residents’ lounge in the central building with speeches by Location Manager Nadine Sweers and Director Peter Jacobs reflecting on the merging of traditional values with forward thinking ideas surrounding the way Ciudad Patricia meets the ever more demanding needs of retired ‘young-old’. Afterwards, guests walked the few metres to the new apartment building where Peter Jacobs and Ton Sierevogel – a resident of Iris – planted a tree in front of IRIS to mark the occasion. The building itself comprises 15 modern apartments finished to a luxurious standard. Iris apartments have been designed to offer the maximum privacy and comfort. There are private garage parking and storage areas available. These are Ciudad Patricia’s best quality apartments finished to impeccable standards. Ciudad Patricia is Europe’s leading senior resort nestled in the green hills on the Sierra Helada between Benidorm and Alfaz Del Pi. The extensive grounds cover 100.000 square metres of beautifully maintained parkland where people in their retirement years come to enjoy all that life has to offer. It consists of the apartments, a central building with many facilities, offering a wonderful retirement living concept. Ciudad Patricia enhances the comfortable and secure way of life by providing a service that takes care of the worries of the maintenance of the gardens and your home. The gardens have in fact been maturing over the last 35 years and are full of vibrant colours, green lawns, and an ever-growing collection of flora and fauna. Residents feel safe knowing there is a video security system in place throughout the resort, monitored 24 hours per day. There is peace of mind with someone always around to turn to. Ciudad Patricia has a doctor living on the resort and emergency medical assistance 24 hours a day. For everyday assistance, there is a community support worker. The philosophy of Ciudad Patricia is to allow residents to live independently in their homes as long as possible, safe in the knowledge that help is just a call away if needed. Social and entertainment needs are extremely well catered for with an on-site theatre, book and DVD library, and enormous residents’ lounge. Ciudad Patricia arranges regular excursions, bingo nights, dances, in fact so much that residents often say they don’t have time to sit still! There is a Beauty & Health Centre which includes hairdresser, massages, and other therapies so residents can always look and feel their best! People move to Ciudad Patricia simply to live an easier life in their senior years. It is proud of its heritage and leading the way globally in the very best Senior Living. More information: Apartamentos Ciudad Patricia, Calle Rumaniá 26, 03503 Benidorm. Tel: +34 96 585 5101, email: apartamentos@ciudadpatricia.es. Female Focus July 2019
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SAVE MONEY ON A MORTGAGE! A NEW property mortgage law came into effect last month, which is very important to you if you are looking to get a mortgage here in Spain, because it now puts money in your pocket. Sun Lawyers are right across this piece of legislation, which is good news for saving money whilst you get the mortgage, as well as boosting your legal rights. Under the changes, you will only pay the property valuation fee which will be between 300 and 600 euros, and you can choose any valuer to do the work. The rest of the mortgage expenses will be paid for by the bank. If you are thinking of applying to getting a mortgage, then we are the people to help you. Our team have the experience in all property matters, and those all important changes to the law. Sun Lawyers take all the stress out of dealing with the legal red tape, with a team that you can trust. The new law has many aspects about it, but these are some of the key points that we have identified: 1. MORTGAGE TAX. Before the changes, you as the customer had to fork out pretty much all the costs for your mortgage, but now the emphasis shifts to the mortgage lender, though you still have to pay for the valuation. Sun Lawyers will make sure that you only pay what the new law says you have to, and you pocket the savings!
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Page 7 www.femalefocusonline.com 2. BETTER CUSTOMER PROTECTION 7. HELPING YOU A mortgage provider now has to offer written guarantees as to what A new body to they are offering to you, with all the terms and conditions clearly handle complaints spelt out, including what their various rates will be in different over mortgages situations, like changes in the interest rate. will be introduced, You will also have to visit a notary at least a day before a formal but at the moment, signing to certify, free of charge, that you can keep your end of the the Bank of Spain bargain, and also that your lender has provided all the correct legal will be across such documentation. matters. Any clauses in any mortgage agreements that don’t comply with the law can see you take legal action, but Sun Lawyers will have made sure that you won’t be putting pen to paper for something that is not correct. We have the experts that will pour over all the details for you to make this process straight-forward. 3. CHEAPER REPAYMENTS Early mortgage repayments will be made cheaper and can only be charged for if the bank will make a loss. The limits will be different depending on the type of mortgage. 4. REPOSSESSION REDUCED If you get into trouble with your repayments, don’t panic. One of the big new changes in the law is that banks cannot enforce a repossession until at least 12 months, and that can stretch to 15 months, if you hit problems later on during your mortgage period. 5. FLOOR REMOVED The new law sees the ban of applying a minimum interest rate to variable mortgages, which means that banks will no longer be able to apply the controversial floor clause to mortgages. 6. MULTI CURRENCY Customers who have a mortgage in a currency like the British pound will have the right to switch to the Euro at any time, and the lender will have to say how much extra that would cost you.
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These are just a few of the headlines of the new law that Sun Lawyers have identified, but there are also many other aspects, which will vary from person to person. If you are buying a property and looking to get a mortgage, then get in touch with us for a free no obligation quotation in the secure knowledge that we know what we are talking about, with years of experience on the Costa Blanca. With all the new complexities of the law, which has boosted customer rights, it is vital to get the right sort of legal backing, which is why we at Sun Lawyers are here to help. For more information, do get in touch with us at Sun Lawyers, and don’t forget that free consultation. You can call on (0034) 96 532 1193 or email us at admin@sun-lawyers.com.
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Always Improving, Always getting better, For Your Safety The big news here at Asociacion Amigos Europeos de Javea is that we have signed the paperwork to buy another brand new ambulance. Sounds simple? Well, unfortunately, for a whole variety of reasons it isn't. The licences and permissions, the purchase, the conversion and the equipping of the vehicle from a basic shell into a state-of-the-art ambulance are all complicated and time consuming. In fact we won't even be able to take delivery of the basic vehicle shell until September. But doing all of this is important to keep our fleet of ambulances, which are akin to mobile Intensive Care Units, up to the very best standard for your safety. We receive no Ayuntamiento or Government funding. Yes you will have seen us partaking in some commercial activities where we charge to supply our ambulance services to the local fiestas, concerts, public events and so on, but essentially we exist by relying on the annual €50 fee paid by our members, and also upon other donations. The total estimated cost of the fully equipped new ambulance will be around €90,000. Roughly two thirds of this is for the vehicle and its conversion. The other third is for the incredible amount of life saving equipment and kit that we need to carry. As a quick example, we need to carry 5 different types of stretchers, neck, head and joint braces etc to cope with all the different types of neck/spinal/other skeletal injury that someone could sustain. One type of back stretcher is in two halves and is slid underneath the patient and fixes together. In extreme cases where it is very important that the patient should be completely immobilised and prevented from moving at all, an inflatable stretcher might be used, this inflates around the person and holds them firm. If you are not yet a member of the AAEdJ, then the above is a very quick synopsis of why you really should be. Accidents and emergencies do happen, and you never know when you may need them. Membership is just €50 for a whole year for the whole family. To join, telephone and speak with Laure Bolufer the AAEdJ Registration Manager on 96 579 6099. Or call into the office and see her. (Laure works from 10am to 1pm every weekday). The AAEdJ covers almost all of Costa Blanca North and will come straight to you wherever you are. And finally, if you are reading this and are connected with any Charity, Organisation or Group who could help us with the purchase of a piece of medical equipment for the ambulance, please can you bring us to the attention of your Treasurer or whoever is responsible for your fundraising. The purchase of a piece of medical equipment could be lifesaving, all year round, and for many years to come. ASOCIACION AMIGOS EUROPEOS DE JAVEA. Avenida Juan Carlos 1, No 69, 03730 Jávea. Telephone 96 579 6099 (24 hr). Email: amigos_europeos@yahoo.es.
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Expat Services – Professionals to Help You I find it astonishing that with the situation regarding Brexit, my professional associates have not been run off their feet with Expats seeking advice and ensuring their money is in a safe, legal and protected investment and all their documentation is in order, regardless of what the final decision turns out to be. What seems on the cards, especially if Boris is the Prime Minister, is on 31st October 2019, the UK will leave the European Union, without a deal. I cannot see this happening, because of the law already in place, but in case it does, please make sure that you are on the Padron, you have submitted a tax return, you are a Resident, you have a Spanish driving licence, Spanish registered vehicle and that your health cover is in place, either privately or with the SIP card. Any monies invested, it is best to discuss this with a financial advisor who is fully regulated and carries indemnity insurance. I hear so many dreadful stories on the television and in the press, where people have gone for high returns, and lost everything. Always do your research to protect yourself. The financial advisor I have chosen to work with runs a family business of long standing and is fully regulated and qualified. Likewise, the accountants and lawyers are a very well established Spanish company with the Directors speaking perfect English. When considering purchasing a property in Spain, do not use the solicitor directly associated with the estate agency or builder. You need total independence and at the same time, please do not be bullied into taking out insurance and life insurance via the bank. They are not special Expat policies, mostly the policies are in Spanish and the life insurance is nearly twice the price as the Bespoke products that I can provide. If you decide you have no choice but to go via the bank (which is totally incorrect), then at least two months before your renewal is due, please give my company the chance to quote as I know you will be very comfortable with the service and the coverage. For more information call my offices or visit my website www.jennifercunningham.net.
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Walk Your Way Well by Niamh O’Sheehan Eating in a special restaurant? Best pair it with a pricey wine. BBQ with friends? Chilled beer all round please. Good news? Drink to celebrate! Bad news? Drink to obliterate! Bored? Drink! We can easily find an acceptable excuse to consume booze. And living in Spain is just the icing on the cake. In fact it is heavily promoted and encouraged both by our peers and by the clever marketing campaigns that lead us to believe that drinking alcoholic beverages makes us sexier, wittier, friendlier, more relaxed and significantly more popular. I suppose it’s difficult to popularise images of people with red eyes and blotchy skin toppling over, slurring their words and arguing incoherently with their spouses? But, beware. There’s a revolution taking place. And it’s global. People have begun to collectively revolt against the social pressure that advocates drinking alcohol. Although your friends might balk at the idea of you “going sober”, there is a new fashion forming that’s seeing more people investing in their improved physical and mental health rather than their beerbellies. It still feels surprising, but six months ago I became one of these trendsetters. Quite incredible really as I’m the stereotypical “Mum Needs Wine” drinker. And of course, the fact that I’m Irish gives me further licence to overindulge. The idea of AA did not appeal to me in the slightest. I mean I’m not an alcoholic (she said with conviction) and why on Earth would I need to remain anonymous about choosing a healthier lifestyle? Last year I stumbled upon an online group called OYNB (One Year No Beer) and related to their ethos of building a healthier relationship with alcohol by undertaking an abstinence challenge. I started by signing up on the 1st of January for 28 days and here
I remain, 6 months later; fitter, happier and with a renewed sense of drive and clarity. What on Earth is Niamh blathering on about this month you puzzle? I thought this was an article about walking? And that it is. To put it simply, I quite literally WALKED MYSELF SOBER. Initially, to distract from the sorely missed habit of decimating my daily glasses of vino tinto (who’s counting?) I took the advice of the OYNB team and I invested my time and energy into something constructive and began walking my cotton socks off. I set myself ridiculous challenges that filled my head with planning and monopolised my spare hours. I drank in my beautiful Costa Blanca surroundings with an almost insatiable thirst. I devoured the stunning mountain trails with a renewed hunger. Walking became my surrogate vice. My increasing fitness levels meant it was easier to deny myself my favourite poison in the evening. Walking has served as my meditation time, my therapy session and my gym membership all rolled into one. Free of charge! It is not easy to quit a bad habit. It can be brutal, whether it be drinking, drugs, smoking or a toxic relationship. But, “transference” might just be your saviour. If you are hoping to eliminate a pernicious presence from your precious life here’s my advice:- WALK! Overcoming an addiction will be one of your bravest most difficult achievements. But, overcome it you can. Introduce a renewed positivity to your life by discovering the magnificent nature that surrounds us. Fill your soul with goodness rather than toxicity. We are truly blessed to live in this part of the world (that applies to most places actually). So, boot up and get stomping. Walk Your Way Well. WalkingWord: Walking encourages your brain to release endorphins — a neurochemical that boosts your mental health, decreases your sensitivity to stress and pain, and can even make you feel euphoric. TechnoTip: Search Google for OYNB and read about the most amazing forum consisting of Mums, Dads, Brothers, Sisters, Yous and Mes who are joining forces to help each other re-educate themselves about alcohol.
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Doing things the M3BT way will get you an A++ Modern design houses utilise new technology building methods and materials that offer vastly improved efficiency. They therefore create large cost savings, as well as a very high standard of comfort. At M3BT (our name stands for M3 Building Technology) our build method is to create an A++ graded home from the outside inwards with insulated walls, roof, windows and energy efficient systems for you to enjoy the comfort of your home at the minimum of cost. Now we know that not everyone likes modern design houses. Some here on the Costa Blanca, particularly in the north, will be more used to the houses the local builders have provided since the 1980s such as the “English Lady's Tower” design, with curved walls and towers. Unfortunately these types of houses are invariably made from concrete blocks, and as a result tend to be very cold in winter, very hot in summer, have poor air circulation and frequently suffer from damp problems. No surprise therefore to learn that these types of traditional building methods are very energy inefficient and in most cases score D, E and F or worse on the energy efficiency scale.
Villas of the future - Modern design is more efficient. If you are of a more open mind, and believe that comfort and energy efficiency is what is required of your future home in Spain, then come and talk with us. We are reminded daily about climate change and whether you believe these changes are manmade or not, the fact remains that the cost of energy is ever increasing and the means to minimise costs and maximise comfort should be paramount in any new home. M3BT homes have large, insulated windows for natural light, thus keeping your home at a comfortable temperature whatever the weather outside. Aero thermia heating, underfloor heating and solar energy are great solutions for providing an ambient temperature in your home and are extremely cost effective. Bio mass heating systems are very affordable and the pellets are subsidised in Spain. But perhaps most of all, our design team are experts in listening to your wishes and desires, and will help you to design beautiful interior and exterior living spaces which will really make the house ‘work’ for you and your lifestyle. M3BT are currently building new villas in Sitges, Barcelona and Costa Blanca North. If you are looking to build a new property why not contact us to discuss your ideas? Call 618 084 156 or visit www.m3bt.com to find out more.
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‘Tendon Problems’ I’ve got tendonitis!... or do I really?
Most people have experienced pain in muscles or tendons somewhere in the body. Often this is self-diagnosed or even diagnosed by a health professional, as tendonitis. In medical terms this means inflammation in a tendon, and it is usually a result of overuse or overload of that structure.
Typically, the onset of pain is after a prolonged period of, for example: typing, walking or running too much, having started playing a sport like tennis again, redecorating the house, or simply lifting something too heavy. It could be small, or large movements. Overuse of a muscle or tendon over time can lead to tissue changes at a cellular level and reduced blood-circulation and oxygen supply. This can trigger a chemical reaction to repair the damaged tissue, which often results in a moderate swelling, pain and loss of function. Unfortunately, the term and diagnosis of ‘tendonitis’ is used way too often, and it tends to lead to unnecessary medical intervention. Anti-inflammatory drugs or cortisone injections are working to reduce inflammation, but we have to remember that inflammation is a natural response to damaged tissue and, is part of the healing process. If you experience pain in a tendon, the cause is more likely to be ‘tendinosis’. This means degenerative changes to the tendon due to overuse over a longer period of time. Symptoms can be treated and reduced quite quickly, but it takes more time (could be 3 – 6 months) for the tendon tissue to heal completely.
However, to make sure the tendon is completely healed so you can go back to your normal level of activity (for some the most strenuous activity is housework, for other people it could be running a marathon), it would be best to have a thorough examination by a health professional and treatment to help increase the blood circulation and the elasticity of the affected structure, followed by exercises to regain full strength and function in the area. If you rest the area long enough the pain and swelling will usually go away, but it does not mean that you are fully recovered. The healing process often leads to scar tissue or adhesions with the potential of affecting neighbouring tendons, muscles, nerves, or fascia. Lack of elasticity leaves you prone to irritation and pain in the tendon again once you increase the load on it. Another important reason you should see a therapist is that there may be an underlying cause of the problem elsewhere in your body. If you repeatedly get symptoms in your Achilles tendon, there may be issues with your foot mechanics, your hip or back. A recurring problem with your elbow, like ‘tennis elbow’, may of course be that you are just using it too much, but it may also partially be due to a problem with your neck or shoulder. Recommendations: - Avoid static positions for too long or activities that mean a high number of repetitions without variation. - Don’t overload by lifting excessive weight. - With physical activities, start gently and increase your intensity and load progressively. - If symptoms are already present, see a medical professional to get an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment. Of course, medication is something we need at times and even surgery may be required, but this should be the last option after every conservative treatment has been tried.
Active Release Techniques (ART®) ART treats your soft tissue by combining manipulation and movement. ART entails identifying, isolating, and targeting the affected area to break up scar tissue and improve elasticity and function. This promotes blood flow and faster healing of injuries in muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves and fascia. Physioplus has the only ART certified provider in Spain. He is also an international instructor teaching other Physiotherapists, Chiropractors and Osteopaths in this technique. For more information please contact Physioplus, Camino de la Cantera 12, Albir. Telephone 96 657 7589. www.physioplus.es.
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Fiestas In Pyjamas Are Coming Over To Play! Some of you may remember that we told you last year about a fun book by local author Fiona Jennison called “Gadgets Away, 100 Games” published by Summersdale. The book is packed with classic and quirky games for lots of different locations, to try to veer families away from the all-consuming tablets and phones. As a spin off to the book Fiona has launched a new business in the Costa Blanca which will be of interest to those of you who need to throw a special birthday party for little people aged between 5 and 12. Every year! “Fiestas In Pyjamas” is a mobile fun-fest that comes to the birthday boy or girl's home to set up very cool jungle-themed “tipis”. Hostess Fiona Jennison offers an hour of party games (tailored to your child's age) and organises the blow up beds, sleeping bags, cushions, little tables, cool decorations, tons of popcorn and face painting. Fiona can host the games in English or Spanish, or a bit of both. The choice of an entire all-night sleepover is of course down to the grown-ups. An evening of fun and games also works really well as the parents of the invited children get to collect their wellfed and tired-out kids in their pyjamas ready for bed! Happy days! For more info see Fiona's website www.pyjamafiestas.com or on Facebook or call 626 184 357.
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Could Your Hair Use A Little TLC? By Jo Black – Mimis Kru Jávea
You love your hair to shine continually and be manageable, full of volume and No Split Ends! This is how the Mimis Kru clients leave our salon after an experience with the Hot Scissors! Hair in its natural state has sealed ends. The continuing mass in the hair, keeps all the scales and fibres together. When the hair is cut in the conventional method; the ends of the hair are open to atmospheric attack! The continuing mass dries out, then the hair loses its elasticity & volume! The surface appears matt and dull! The ends begin to fray, and the hair becomes brittle resulting in split ends!
Introducing Hot Scissors In our never-ending quest for perfection, we have invested in the Jaguar TC 400 Thermocut System, or to put it simply: Hot Scissors. It works by heating one blade of the scissors, so that when the hair is cut, the heated blade seals off the ends making the hair more tangible and easy to care for! Sealing the ends returns your hair to its natural state and protects it from the environment. The result: more body, more shine, more elasticity, and more volume. No more split ends. If it sounds a bit scary, don’t worry, it’s a tried and tested product recognised internationally, not just seen in Spain. In fact we’re proud to be one of the leading professionals offering this technology, in Mimis Kru style, we’re always on top of our profession to offer the newest innovations in hair and beauty! Mimis Kru can be found in their new joint location off the Avenida del Pla just down from Specsavers. Call 96 579 3584 or visit www.mimiskruhairandbeauty.com.
The new team at Mimis Kru look forward to welcoming you and looking after all your Hair and Beauty needs. Female Focus July 2019
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CBD OIL CAN HELP As you might know CBD is one of the most important compounds of the marijuana plant and offers a wide variety of health benefits, without any of the psychoactive effects (the feeling of 'getting stoned' or 'high'). The CBD molecules have a direct effect on a person's immune system and could therefore help with stress related problems; lack of sleep, high blood pressure, arthritis, ADHD, MS, epilepsy and the list goes on. CBD is a very promising, legal and natural product that can be used against an incredible amount of physical and mental complaints. At the CBD Store Spain, only their own high quality product line is being provided from Azoth. This has been produced in a 100% biological and natural way which is proven in the lab reports that they provide with all the products available. The CBD Store highly recommends people always ask for lab reports when buying CBD products, as they take the health of their clients very seriously. A lot of suppliers promise a certain content of the product which they cannot prove, and because of this the chance of taken in harmful substances increases. Azoth is one of the biggest suppliers of CBD oil in the world and only offers CBD without any trace of the psychoactive compound THC, no added chemicals, pesticides of other harmful substances. Biological and natural is what they stand for. Their production process is under strict control and every supply is tested by a third party laboratory. Do not hesitate to come in for personal advice, our professionals will be at your service! Find us at CBD Store Spain, Avda. de la Fontana 9 A, Jรกvea and Avda. d'Europa 135 (near Skyler), Alfas del Pi.
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Europe rains on Spain’s penalty parade Spain has been red-carded by the European Commission over its heavy-handed use of sanctions for those who fail to declare overseas assets; the fines said to be “disproportionate” to the offence.
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as November 2015 with a formal letter followed by a ‘reasoned opinion’ back in February 2017. Now the EC has decided to bring the matter before the EU beak. Many people stung by this unfair piece of law may now be wondering why it took so long but in the massive machinery of the current 28-member EU, the wheels of justice grind slowly. If sent back to the dressing room, will Madrid ask for time to pay back all the peeps it whacked in the pocket?
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The EC has referred Spain to the European Court of Justice over the ‘Modelo 720’ reporting scheme, a piece of legislation that first hit the headlines back in 2012 when Madrid was accused of introducing a “stealth tax” against residents. It was designed to prevent people moving assets abroad to avoid the Spanish taxman, Señor Hacienda; but it also snared many an unwary expat who had kept a UK property or investments before emigrating here, these foreign residents very much the low hanging fruit ripe for picking. And when the whip came down, ouch! Was it painful! Those who failed to either declare in time or in full were hit with swingeing financial penalties. Now Spain faces standing in the dock over the “disproportionate and discriminatory” penalties that could deter individuals and businesses from investing or moving across borders in the single market of the EU bloc. The commission states this is “in conflict with the fundamental freedoms of the EU” and ruled our host nation’s chiefs were offside. It kicked off EU infringement proceedings as long ago
THANKS to the awfully nice person who hurled a full ‘poo bag’ over the hedge, presumably having finally appreciated dog owners should pick up after their pets. Very generous to share; but generations of Troughtons have actually instilled the notion that when it comes to manure to get roses growing, it is horse muck that is needed (and there’s really no need to send bouncing bombs of equine droppings over...but thanks anyway). Presumably this generous breed of dog walker – leaving ‘used’ bags in the gutter, by tree trunks or in my garden – will have another light bulb moment soon and discover bins installed all over the streets by those awfully nice town hall people.
Happy snaps warning ADDICTION to Killing Eve now being fed, thanks to the return of this wonderful series but still having fits of giggles over the ‘Instagram’ scene – when a blogger approaches assassin Villanelle in relaxed rather than in sociopath mode. “Wow, you look amazing! Can I take a picture of you for my Instagram?” asks the innocent of the glamorous killer in the trailer. “No! No, of course not,” replies the shocked Villanelle, helpfully offering a piece of helpful advice to the social media addict; yelling: “Get a real life!”
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The Face mini lift - normally achieves some 15 to 20 years of rejuvenation of the face Last month we covered 2 of Dr Poole's most requested facial operations: an Eye-brow elevation and an Eye-lid adjustment. This month Female Focus has talked with Dr Poole about another of his most popular facial operations, called the Face mini lift. This procedure is applied to the medium and lower part of the face and neck by lifting the area of the cheeks and facial skin upwards to produce a firmer look to the face and remove sagging jowls. The operation is carried out under local anesthesia, it usually takes about two and a half hours, and typically specialises in giving back the defining line of the jaw. Normal results are that some 15 to 20 years of rejuvenation of the face are achieved. Patients living locally will not normally need to stay overnight, they will be able to be driven home by someone else. The post-operative appointments are very important, with the stitches coming out in 14 days. Quite often patients wish to combine procedures. For example, very often with the Face mini-lift patients want to make some alterations to their eyes too. After all the eyes are ´The Windows to the Soul`. So whether it is the Face mini lift coupled with an Eye-brow elevation or an Eye-lid adjustment as we discussed last month, we encourage our patients to be, well, patient! Yes, a combination of procedures often works extremely well, but it is important not to rush things. Every face is different, and every patient is different, and so is what they are looking to achieve. So whilst Yes, we will make a special combined price offer for the two procedures, it can be much better to have them separately, and then let the results then determine the precise needs of second operation, after the stitches are out and the swelling etc has completely gone down. Dr Poole is keen for patients to take things slowly, to be properly prepared, to recover properly, and then to move forward with further cosmetic work. He is a specialist Surgeon with a Master in Aesthetic Surgery and he is also a certified family doctor / GP. If there is anything about your appearance that bothers you, however small, then the place to start is with a consultation. The fist consultative visit is completely free, and with no obligation. Clinica El Arenal, Av Arenal 2, Jåvea. Telephone 865 525 504, Mon - Fri 10.30am to 1.30pm, email: clinicaarenal@gmail.com.
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Have you heard of intravenous revitalising therapy treatment? Hydro Vitalitas IV Therapy started in the USA and is now sweeping across Europe and has now been launched by the British Altea Medical Centre. There are four different combinations and as they enter the blood stream directly the body receives 100% of the vitamins opposed to the traditional methods of taking vitamins for example. Blue - Developed with sports people in mind, with its isotonic properties together with glucosaline, electrolytes and high dose of Vitamin C with Bepanthene precursor for Coenzyme A - to aid cell rejuvenation and repair. This allows the client to continue with a sports training schedule or just get back into a busy life routine. Bronze - For those who perhaps have had too much sun, not enough water and possibly one alcoholic beverage too many... will cleanse, detoxify and refresh the kidneys and liver whilst rehydrating and restabilising the entire system. 1000mls of Grifols Sodium Chloride plus a special combination of natural salts, electrolytes and several water soluble vitamins are some of the ingredients. Silver - For those feeling generally run down, tired, lethargic and sluggish, this is the stress buster of the IV treatments to calm, regenerate and rejuvenate whilst flushing through and cleansing all the internal organs to detoxify the whole system. A special combination of natural amino acids together with vitamins help to rebuild tired cells slowly released into the vascular system. Gold - Developed to repair and aid the recovery of tired organs is a combination of all three other therapies and is used in conjunction with other medication to treat a whole range of conditions, such as; Allergies - Immune deficiencies – IBS - Anti spasmodic and antiinflammatory problems - Migraines -Anaemia - Flu like illnesses, weight loss, post-op recovery. For more information on Hydro Vitalitas and to organise a consultation with the Doctor call: +34 96 584 5711. See advert alongside for more information.
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our ARIES You are feeling very rebellious against everything and everyone and just can't stop yourself. Try to find some way of doing things which won't have lasting effects on you or those around you, and don't break rules that weren't meant to be or have dire consequences. TAURUS Getting out of your comfort zone will prove to them that you are able to cope and make decisions when things are tough. At last, this will bring the recognition you were hoping for from your peers and someone you have admired for a long time. GEMINI It is your time to shine at what you do best. Let people see the whole you instead of holding back any more. Doing it tactfully rather than in a 'look at me' way will also gain you respect. CANCER Try not to lay all your cards out too soon and keep some back as opening yourself up fully may lead to confusion. They need to see this bit by bit to allow them to adapt to this idea. LEO Sparks are going to be flying as one miscommunication after another leaves you almost in disbelief. Step back and look at it from their point of view, it may be as much your fault as theirs. VIRGO If you can't change it then stop trying and move on. It may be sad and frustrating but you need to do this for your own good. The feeling of relief will soon get you back on track and feeling more positive again.
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oroscope LIBRA Relationships become closer and more meaningful than ever before and you are enjoying the feeling of closeness more than you thought you could. Problems at work could cost you dearly later on if you don't address them immediately. SCORPIO Rarely do you do something without good reason so why this should be any different. Taking risks can sometimes pay off but you really need to decide if you can afford too right now. SAGITTARIUS You feel that you can take on the world right now especially where work is concerned. A projects which has been put on hold is crying out to be restarted, so what's stopping you? Get on with it. CAPRICORN Even if it doesn't feel like it, you are always in control. If your gut feelings are saying no, then there is probably a good reason, even if it is not that obvious to you right now. AQUARIUS Patience is the key at the moment, and as those around you are trying to rush things, you will have to be the one to pull them back and slow them down. It's easier to let them carry on, but if you do you will regret it later on. PISCES You now know things that you wish you never knew but there is no turning back. The problem now is wether to act on the knowledge or just carry on as if nothing has changed. If you can, talk things through with someone who can help you decide.
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Love Life? Love Fashion? Then You’ll Love Avenida. If the question is “what shall I wear today?”, then the answer has to be “Avenida”. As reported last month in Female Focus, Avenida is a beautiful boutique in the heart of Moraira specialising in a unique fashion experience combining style from some of Europe’s top fashion label, excellent value for money, a wide choice from comfortable to stylish evening wear, and a unique collection. In June, Avenida celebrated their first anniversary and what an impactful year it has been. With Avenida’s thoughtful approach, it is now established as the place to find what you’re looking for with styles to suit all ages. By catering for all ages, we often see mums and daughters shopping together and everyone finding something they’ll love to be seen in. Avenida deliberately chooses ranges from leading well-known fashion houses including AX Paris, Dancing Leopard, Influence, Parisien, Urban Bliss and Vero Moda. This means you can trust in the quality of the clothes you’re buying and wearing and know that you’re combining leading fashion with classic style and elegance. We know that great outfits make you feel good. You’re always welcome to come along and take as much time as you like to browse, try-on and ask for advice with our knowledgeable sales assistants. We’re very active on social media so you can easily keep up with the latest collections, and get a feel for the range we stock. If you’re on Facebook, search for avenidamoraira. On Instagram search for avenida_moraira. By following us you’ll be informed of new arrivals, special offers and events. The boutique itself can be found in the church square right in the heart of Moraira and is open from 10am to 2pm and 6pm to 10pm Monday to Saturday. We’re excited about what we do, we love life, we love fashion and we’d love to share our passion and enthusiasm with you. It really is worth a trip to Moraira.
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Tawa Aloo Tikki – Pan Fried Indian Potato Cakes Indians love snack food, they love hot, spicy, steaming finger licking street food, usually cooked in front of them slathered in sauces and chutneys, consumed on the go as they go about their daily business. Aloo tikki is a firm favourite, each region in India has their own way of making it, coated in eggs, gram or corn flour, deep, shallow or pan fried! Food cooked on a tawa - Indian griddle pan /skillet usually made from cast iron, requires little or no oil making these potato cakes a healthier option. They can be pan cooked and also be grilled or baked. Ingredients 1 onion, finely chopped 500g potatoes, boiled/mashed 75g fresh peas 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon garam masala 2 tablespoons coriander, chopped 1 inch ginger, chopped (optional) 1 - 2 chillies, chopped (optional) 4 tablespoons Semolina Juice of ½ lemon 2 tablespoons oil Time: 30-40 minutes. Makes: 12-15 Tip: A Curry On Cooking Bombay Potato Kit can be used to make the spicy potato mix, just add the semolina and lemon juice. Recipe
Heat a tawa or a frying pan with a teaspoon of oil until medium hot. Add the tikki, cook until golden brown, carefully flip over, gently press down on the tikki and repeat. Serve warm with chutney and a mint yoghurt dip but our favourite is a dollop of tomato ketchup on the side! If you fancy learning how to cook proper Indian food CONTACT US; we run cookery classes and courses in Spain and UK. Email keepcalm@curryoncooking.com or visit www.curryoncooking.com.
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In a large bowl add all the ingredients apart from the oil. Mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning. Grease palms with a little oil, divide and shape the potato mixture into bite size portions, flatten into patties.
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Tips and Tricks to Avoid aircon blues this Summer By K&M Aircon Well, summer is officially here and it’s getting warmer and you need to be able to rely on your air-conditioning to keep you cool. At K&M we’ve already received dozens of calls where the customer has gone to use their aircon to find it isn’t working. At K&M we are always on hand should you need new aircon, or a repair. However, when it comes to repairs, many of those calls needn’t have happened. Here’s our top tips to help you avoid the aircon blues. 1. Most people set the aircon to the highest or lowest thinking it will work quicker. It simply isn’t true and what’s more, you're doing damage to the system. The correct way is to set the temperature to where you want and let the system get there. If 24º is good for you, then set the system to 24º and be patient. 2. If you want to keep your air conditioner working at optimum, then clean the filters regularly. It's easy to do, takes 5 minutes and can make a world of difference. Check your manual, unlatch the cover, take out the filter and vacuum it! Simple, quick and easy! 3. Getting your system serviced by K&M once in a while is always good advice. We offer a maintenance service to take care of this. By doing regular maintenance, just once a year is enough, you’ll extend the working life of your system significantly. The autumn is a perfect time for this as it’s the time of year you least likely to be using the system, so why not book now! If at the end of the day you want a new system, we offer all leading makes and models, at competitive prices and fast installation. We’re based in Calpe and serve the whole Costa Blanca. You can contact us by calling 96 587 4838.
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Top sunglasses trends for summer 2019 Summer is in full swing and it’s more important than ever to make sure your eyes are getting the right level of UV protection. All you need is a great pair of sunglasses with UV400 protection. The bigger the sunglasses, the more protection they give, so be stylish and safe with bold designs from Specsavers Ópticas, MARC JACOBS and KENZO this summer.
TOP GUN Pilot-style glasses are a firm favourite in both prescription and sunglasses. This version updates the traditional style with matt black and side visor detail. Abasi Sun RX €89.
BOLD COMBO The teal and maroon in these mottled acetate specs makes a bold colour pairing and the cat’s eye shape is great for highlighting cheek bones. Ankshi Sun RX €89.
ROSE TINTED Pink is the colour of the season for women. We love the contrast of this translucent rose acetate with the dark-grey tinted lenses. Annipe Sun RX €89.
TAKING SHAPE This bold chevron pattern on the sides ties in perfectly with the geometric print trend this season. The exaggerated browline detail and hexagonal shape is perfect if you love statement style. Dalila Sun RX €109.
ADD A LITTLE COLOUR These cool shades embrace the trend for colour and prints and are a great way to inject some fun into your look with confetti-like pops of colour. MARC JACOBS SUN RX 02 €149 for 2 pairs.
MAKE A STATEMENT Express your individuality and stand out from the crowd with hyper intense colour, bold prints and standout shapes this summer. KENZO KZ3500S SUN RX €199. Sunglasses safety checklist • Always use eye sun protection • Lenses should be UV400 effective • Make sure that your sunglasses fit. Don’t put up with glasses that slide down your nose • Polarised lenses offer protection from glare, which is especially useful when driving • Glasses that restrict side vision are hazardous when walking in snow or driving • Supersize your lenses so that less light will filter in through the sides • UV protection contact lenses do not cover the whole eye, so wear sunglasses too Find your perfect style at www.specsavers.es or visit Specsavers Ópticas in Jávea or Calpe. Female Focus July 2019
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You are in for a treat when you visit Bistro Chapi Cuatro. Roberto and Paco opened the doors to their new restaurant with a “Spanish Vasca Kitchen” only a couple of months ago and they are already gaining a steady street cred. It’s not hard to tell why, it’s a super stylish and contemporary space with a warm energy full of love for their customers and the food that they are preparing for them. There is an emphasis on aiming to please because the menu is varied and changes seasonally, the produce is fresh and cooked to perfection and beyond that they endeavour to cater for your individual dietary needs. Vegetarian and vegan options are delivered in their own Bistro Chapi Style and I should also mention that the Cocktails here are delicious too;-). By Claudine Tang To give you an idea of the food they serve here; they offer a day menu at 16,50€ which includes a choice of 5 starters (eg Pumpkin Cream with Egg Poche, Beef Carpaccio with Truffle Oil, Salmon Tartar with Avocado, Crunchy Prawns with Curry Sauce or Chicken Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing) 3 main courses (eg Pork Sirloin & Pepper Sauce, Beef Cheek with Red Wine or Cod Vizcaina Style - all served with vegetables and French Fries) Garlic Bread and Dessert is included. You can also opt to choose from their a la carte menu that offers delicious dishes from the land and sea. Aptly enough they are located on Carrer Ruperto Chapi, 4 - in Albir just a short stroll from the seafront, Paseo de las Estrellas, with free on-street parking right outside. There is a pretty decked terrace to sit out on our lovely warm evenings as well as the welcoming restaurant itself. Are you ready to try out the new kid on the block in Albir because Paco and Roberto are looking forward to welcoming you?
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IndalOcio – Enjoy Your Spare Time It is often said that time is one of our most precious resources. So it makes sense that spare time is invaluable and we’re fortunate to be living in Spain where outdoors living for 9 months of the year a real gift. Summer is the perfect time to spend in the garden, and there is nothing quite as relaxing as sitting down to eat a fantastic meal al fresco. With the amount of time you’ll be spending outdoors it makes sense to create an outdoor space that is as comfortable and practical as possible. Whether you want a stylish garden dining area to entertain family and friends, or a relaxing corner to settle down for some sunbathing, IndalOcio offer a wide range of garden furniture has something to suit every garden. Outdoor furniture needs to be durable and IndalOcio’s selection of outdoor furniture sets are chosen for their exceptional quality. They have garden furniture sets to seat up to 8 people in a huge variety of styles, shapes and sizes. Also in stock are aluminium, textilene and rattan sets from leading outdoor furniture brands, as well as sun loungers, parasols and benches to get the most out of your garden in the summer months. It doesn’t stop there with a wide selection of wall art, solar lights, unbreakable glasses, fire-pits, garden mirrors. IndalOcio offer a varied choice of barbecues, with options of gas, charcoal, hooded and portable, along with top brand names including Campingaz, Weber and LeisureGrow, with the revolutionary Grillstream Technology as featured on BBC's Dragons' Den. Grillstream Technology eradicates flare-ups that can often burn food and damage the barbecue. This is achieved by having unique double U-shaped grills which stream oils and fat generated during cooking, away from the heat source. This allows for more succulent and healthier food, while still keeping that authentic barbecue taste. In recent months, IndalOcio has added a quality range of indoor oak furniture combining contemporary and traditional styles. Again, great choice and low prices are the hallmark of the range which includes bedroom, lounge and dining furniture. To keep the brands separate, it has been set up as OAK FURNITURE SPAIN and can be found online at www.oakfurniturespain.es. IndalOcio opened their Costa Blanca North Showroon in Jalón around a year ago and has already become the place to go for everything for your garden. Their trick is to match quality and price in a way that offers exceptional value without sacrificing style and choice. In addition, you can also see their entire collection on their online shop at www.indalocio.com. However, if you really want to get the best feel, pop along to their showroom just outside Jalón on the main Jalón road between Jalón and the N332. Open 10am to 7pm Monday to Friday and 10am to 2.30pm on Saturday, there’s plenty of parking so why not pop along and see for yourself. Call 96 648 0762 or visit www.indalocio.com for more information.
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Minimalism or Cosy Comfort? Which would be your preference?
Well this is the question we posed in one of our weekly style polls on our Facebook page, and the answer was…..
Quite unexpected actually! We thought cosy comfort would win by a mile but as it turns out the audience was split practically 50/50! So, what makes a style minimalist and what creates cosy comfort in our homes. It goes beyond the first visual appearance which is the most obvious thing. Both styles have a deeper vein running through them, so let’s explore. Minimalism The term minimalism was first introduced to the interiors world around 1917 almost as a back lash to the cluttered interiors of the Victorian period. In its purest form a truly minimal room is one where all extraneous detail, ornamentation, softness and colour have been removed to the point where it may appear almost unfurnished. Everyday objects are hidden away and the interior reflects a lifestyle that desires perfect order and organisation. The fundamental principles of minimalism are sharp lines, solid surfaces, low furniture, and pastel shades, however the modern day minimal style is less strict and mainly based around large open plan spaces with minimum furniture and details, but where interest is supplied by shape, colour and texture. It is popular because the overall feel is very light and free but it can be a difficult style to get right; the balance between cold and clinical versus simplicity and sufficient interest is hard to achieve but the key is to choose pieces carefully and ensure there is a flow in design. Sometimes just a splash of colour or pattern can be enough to break the mould, or the addition of an interesting oversized piece of art which creates focus. In summary minimalism is for people who value the combination of simplicity, sophistication, beauty and practicalness, allowing you to express yourself without using any screaming accessories or unusual furniture! Cosy Comfort By contrast, and as you might expect, cosy comfort is practically the opposite of minimalism. Soft sofas, pumped up cushions and plush fabrics are at the core of a cosy room, however the comfort factor also plays a massive role in achieving the perfect space to relax and unwind. Ergonomics is the key; a sofa that allows you to sit comfortably, a side table that means you don’t have to stretch to use it, even the positioning of the TV can make or break the comfort factor in a room. Lighting is also very important. Creating an ambience rather than a feeling of interrogation with different lamps and strengths of illumination to reflect the function of each space at different times of the day. But again, the cosy comfort style can be a tricky one to achieve. There is a vast difference between a room in which you want to sink back and relax, and one that is so cluttered with “stuff” that it actually creates a stress response. So don’t go overboard on your cushions and accessories, and don’t cram so much furniture into a space that free movement becomes difficult! So, what I think we can conclude is the difference between a minimalistic interior and one that provides cosy comfort are the 2 ends of a sliding scale upon which we all sit somewhere. But what would you have chosen? Pop along to our Facebook page and add your votes to our weekly polls and each month I'll report back with the results. And in the meantime if you need help designing your perfect interior then call us at Lotus interiors and let us Tammi bring our expertise to your home. Lotus Interiors, Ctra. Moraira 14-16, Benitachell. Call 96 649 3232. www.lotusinteriors.es. Female Focus July 2019
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Dear Doctor. Help!! I’m out of my depth and fear that I may be boxing above my weight. I love everything about this dashing Swede. So seductive, stylish and all in all, drop dead gorgeous. The full package... My only problem is finances as I’m not sure that I can live up to this dream machine as we all know that dreams don’t come cheap. How can I ignite the flame without the help of a designer wardrobe to keep my dream alive? Doris the Dreamer Dear Doris the Dreamer. You’re worrying too much. Relax in the knowledge that you don’t need deep pockets to enjoy style and quality. IKEA kitchens are just as easy on the pocket as they are on the eye. So, with all the ingredients in place, turn up the heat and prepare yourself for an exciting future together. And with Flatpax Studio by your side, there is no better way of realising your dream. Flatpax Studio are experts in taking standard IKEA kitchens and tailoring them to your own particular needs. Flatpax Studio's design solutions are not restricted by the available space or existing service outlets which is the case with IKEA’s very basic outsourced installation service. Flatpax Studio provides a full project management service and employs experienced IKEA kitchen fitters, plumbers, electricians, tilers, plasterers and painters. Flatpax Studio listens carefully to your needs and requirements and guarantees to provide a totally seamless and cost effective solution. In fact, our complete service can work out to be cheaper than using IKEA direct! Trust the Flatpax Studio Doctor to turn the page to inject a new dimension into flat see our advert pax furniture.
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Garden Evolution and Retreats
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For many people their whole garden is a retreat, it is a place to pull away from the world, potter around and generally relax. I sometimes think that a lot of people don’t make the most of their own garden space and no matter how small, you can create wonderful private and relaxing space to enjoy.
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This is what makes it a garden. I have always said, that what I love about building gardens is that when a builder finishes a house it unfortunately starts to decay and get old, but when a garden is finished it is only the beginning and through nurture and care can become amazing. Like the amazing parklands and royal gardens by the likes of Capability Brown, all of these spaces started with small trees, small shrubs and over time they change into spaces to marvel. I often find that these gardens are also the most relaxed spaces, which have wonderful seating areas be it for quiet time, family time or party time. I believe that a garden can’t really have enough spaces within them, you can divide them into little gardens of different styles, or merely different planting types based on the microclimates around the garden. There are so many different options as to how to plan your garden and sometimes, making the phone call to a garden designer like myself, will be your first step to a great garden. Make the most of your space, love your garden. Thanks for reading. Lee continued from previous page
For more information please give us a call on 696 283 704, email info@charlesworthgardens.com or visit www.charlesworthgardens.com, www.artificial-grass-spain.com and www.floresgardencentre.com.
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They are not just any kitchen they’re Mark’s Kitchens. Quality worth every Penny New to Albir - quality kitchens at affordable prices! Come and visit our new kitchen showroom, which opened on the 1st of June, located in Sol Albir near Mercadona. Proprietor Mark has over 30 years’ experience in designing and fitting top-class kitchens with many repeat orders over the years from satisfied customers. The kitchens are imported from the UK and there are kitchens to suit all layouts, spaces and budgets. Once you have selected the kitchen you want in the showroom Mark will come and measure up and supply you with a 3D design completely free of charge. The kitchens, which are guaranteed for five years can be ordered and supplied usually in two to three weeks; to supply only, or work with our installation team to suit when fitting is required. Feel free to come in and have a chat with Mark and have a look at the different styles of worktops, cupboards and fixtures and fittings. Brochures are also available. We can also add Granite worktops at trade prices, sourced locally. Opening hours: Monday to Friday 9.30am - 5pm. Telephone: 643 500 488. Email: thekitchencompanyalbir@gmail.com.
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Now we are 3 Harris Furnishings would like you to join them in celebrating their 3rd Anniversary The opening of British furniture store Harris Furnishings in Pedreguer in 2016 also meant the relocation of Sofa Medico, Jayne and David Harris’ very successful upholstery business, established in 2007. The combination of the retail store and complete in-house upholstery service makes them very unique, and has proven to be a great success, surpassing all expectations. To celebrate the 3rd anniversary of their opening on Monday 1st July, Harris Furnishings will be offering all their visitors complimentary refreshments and treats and commencing the month-long sale which starts the same day. The sale will run until Wednesday 31st July and will feature some fantastic offers which will be available for one month only on all floor models and orders. During July we will be offering readers of Female Focus 100₏ off any purchase over 1000₏*! Bringing the inside outside. To prove they are always listening to their clients wants and needs, David and Jayne are delighted to introduce an impressive new range of outdoor furniture. The range is very different from the classic plastic or rattan options readily available here. Many years of research and engineering have gone into the making of this new range; it has been specifically designed to be left outside all year round, whilst providing the comfort and style you would expect from your indoor furniture. These resilient, high-quality European-manufactured suites are extremely durable. They are made from marine ply, stainless steel, and specialist outdoor fabric which is very hardwearing and impermeable. Furthermore, all seams are completely resistant to water seepage, as they all have glue-bonded stitching. It is also fire retardant, has extremely high UV resistance, as well as having antibacterial protection, making it mildew resistant. Call in and try them out for yourselves. Find them on the Pedreguer Industrial Estate or visit www.harrisfurnishings.com. 96 646 9371. *Terms and Conditions apply, details available on request.
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Doggy Digs Moraira Going away? Let us mind your dog while you are away. Not kennels just a private villa with a large secure garden. No kennels or cages. Our dogs have free run of the garden at all times - we regard them as visitors rather than paying guests. We are not able to accommodate aggressive or dangerous dogs. We prefer that you visit us with your dog before we accept a booking so we can meet you and you can check us out. Our charges are 12€ per day plus food. If you wish to bring your own dog food that is fine with us. For further information please ring 689 489 794 or 677 828 577. Email: doggydigsmoraira@gmail.com.
DO YOU WANT TO LOSE THE AKIRA BOOKSTALL?
Without your help this will happen and we will lose an income of around 6,500€ a year. We need a strong person to drive a van to the market with all the tables books, gazebos etc. then to set up the stalls. This has to be done by 8am and then taking down the stalls at 2pm. The bookstall is every second and fourth Friday of the month. If we get a van it will be much easier as it can be packed and left on the carpark! We are also looking for a van for AKIRA. If you know anyone who is willing to donate one or selling one please let us know. We need people to sell the UK books. Sadly after 7 years of running the UK bookstall Martin and Lynn Griffin feel they want to step back and we thank them for all their hard work over the years. If we get enough people we can run a rota between 9am and 1.30pm. Please try and help us we need this income. It's only two mornings a month! Please contact Maggie on email bmshuck@gmail.com or 96 574 4449. KITA – a Mastin is a very gentle giant, she is happy to walk quietly by your side and have a lot of fuss made of her. Kita is about four years old, vaccinated, microchipped, treated for parasites and free from Mediterranean diseases. To meet this lovely girl, please phone 657 689 567, email akirashelter@aol.com or go to www.akira-animals.com. Kita is available for foster or adoption - Akira pays all expenses for foster dogs. YANI, female, Rottweiler, DOB 03.12 – 64cm Yani loves to have a play in the big run and enjoys chasing a ball around. She sits when asked to and is very gentle. She enjoys watching the other dogs in their runs, is a very social and gets on well with others. For more info call 618 754 635. www.apasa.eu. Lirio is such a handsome and sweet boy, but has not found a home yet. He is only 8 months, and already quite big. A cuddle bear for people who love big fluffy dogs. More info: stichtingtanamera@gmail.com or find us on Facebook (Tanamera Rescue) Meet Our Horses! Join us on Thursday evenings and Sunday mornings at APAC Rescue Horses to see the horses and join in the fun with drinks and tapas to help support and raise awareness. Everyone Welcome. For more information email apacprotectora@gmail.com, visit www.apac-cv.com or Facebook: Apac Rescue Horses.
Calling all Harley Davidson fans!
Biker enthusiasts will be given the opportunity to take a ride on a Harley Davidson motorbike at a BBQ being held at the SCAN animal charity shelter in El Vergel on Sunday 21 July. The event is being held as a thank you by SCAN to members of the Free Spirits HD enthusiasts club for a year of support to the charity. During the event, which starts at 1.30pm, members of the public will be able to ride pillion on a Harley Davidson for 20€, which will go towards SCAN. The SCAN shelter is located in the Polígono Industrial, Calle Alcoy, esq Camí Cremadella in El Vergel. For more information please contact Barry Haylor at freespiritshd@gmail.com or via the website www.freespiritshd.club or phone 629 728 375. Free Spirits HD is an English-speaking group of more than 60 riders based in the Marina Alta who enjoy rides throughout the year, including coffee and lunch stops, planned by the road captain running the ride. BLUE – 2.5 yrs old. Very affectionate boy, needs garden or outside space. He has been spayed. No adoption fee but a donation is much appreciated. Contact Sally:- 625 985 689 or Jayne:- 649 310 285. Email jalonvalleyarc14@yahoo.co.uk. Facebook – 'Jalon Valley ARC'. Charity Reg No CV-01-054107-A. CIF No G5482759. This is Elsa, who is looking for a forever home. She is two years old, 5 kilos and is very sweet and loving. She is good with other dogs. For more information please call: 650 304 746 or email: p.e.p.a.animalcharity@gmail.com.
Tante Mitzi, by far the cuddliest and softest cat you will ever meet. She has feline AIDS (which cannot be passed to humans) and for this reason she needs to stay away from other cats and must be kept indoors. We are looking for a family or single person who would like to adopt her, or long term foster her meaning that all vets bills would be covered. If interested please contact the APROP shelter in Pego or via email at 21ryburn@sky.com or visit www.aprop-pego.org.
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Teulada – Moraira Lions Club Free Summer Concert Teulada – Moraira Lions are once again happy to present a fabulous free concert on the seafront in Moraira. This will take place on Sunday 4th August and features the fantastic local band “Soulsplosion”. This will be a great start to the TM Lions Summer season of concerts and the show starts at 9pm. All are welcome and a bar and seating will be provided. As mentioned these are free concerts but the Lions will circulate amongst the audience inviting donations. All donations go to local good causes. For more information contact us on www.tmlions.com or 96 649 9954.
Local War Veteran Presented With French Legion D’honneur By President Macron Of France During The Ceremony Of The 75th Anniversary Of D Day, 6 June Held At The Normandy American War Cemetery Collville-Sur-Mer Charles Phillip Juroe, known to everyone as ‘Jerry’, was one of five World War Two Veterans to have been presented with the Award of the Legion D’Honneur by the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, during the 75th Anniversary Ceremony that took place at the Normandy American Cemetery on 6 June. The award was given for their contributions to the Liberation of France from D Day until peace was declared. Jerry landed on Utah Beach on 7 June as a 2nd Lieutenant in the US Army and then fought through France, Belgium, Germany and finished on the Czechoslovakian border. During his progress through Europe, whilst fighting in Belgium, he was wounded. For this, Jerry was also awarded the Purple Heart. Jerry, who now lives in Calpe, was born in California in September 1923 and was only 20 when he landed in Normandy! He is a member of the Aircrew Association Costa Blanca and the Navy League of The United States, Levante Council and still, as he approaches his 96th birthday, takes an active part in both organisations’ functions! Those who know Jerry are absolutely delighted to know that he has been deservedly recognised for his war service in France! The photographs show Jerry (the veteran without a hat) with three other award recipients, just prior to the start of the Ceremony and, wearing his Legion D’Honneur, with Colonel Xavier Toutain, the Defence Attaché at the French Embassy in Madrid, just after the Ceremony on the bluff just above what had been Omaha Beach on D Day. Colonel Toutain was instrumental and a great help in processing Jerry’s application for the award through the many bureaucratic channels that had to be circumnavigated. Our warmest congratulations to Jerry, a much deserved award for a special veteran!
Jávea U3A May Ball a glittering success! Jávea U3A’s 'Glitter Ball' proved to be a huge success, not only for members and guests, but for charity too!
More than 150 people attended the ball at Salones Carrasco in Jávea and helped raise over 900€ for the association’s nominated charity of the year, Help of Denia and Marina Alta. The evening began with a cava reception in the sunshine outside, followed by a slap-up meal and dancing to the excellent Black Glitter band. Special thanks go to the organisers, particularly Helen and David Whybrow and their team of helpers including Lorraine Allin, Jacqui Rogerson, Barry and Margaret Elsden, Linda Coughlin, Julie Robson and Krystyna Stefanczyk. Thanks also to Mike Oxley-Brown, who organised the printing, and those members who helped sell tombola tickets. The tombola was also a big success, with more than 50 prizes donated mostly by local businesses and restaurants. Thanks to sponsors Amarre 152, Attico, Beauty by Kelley, Ca’ Maria Javea Port, El Gaucho (Pizzeria Pepe, La Casa del a Pasta, La Cocina, La Fontana, Masena, Montgo Verd Garden Centre, Parador, Plaza 6, Posidonia, Royal Gurkha Palace, Sabores, Salon No 5, Sotavent and VU Hair Salon for their generosity in donating vouchers. The U3A’s next big event is a Hallowe’en Party at Dance Café, Toscamar, Jávea, on Thursday 31 October. Guests will be able to dress up in their best witches and warlocks costumes for a night of wicked fun, which will include dinner and dancing to the music of the Brink Band. For more details about Jávea U3A, forthcoming events and how to join, visit the website www.u3ajavea.com. Female Focus July 2019
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Benitachell Bowls Club – Northern Valencian Champions Benitachell Bowls Club has successfully seen off all the Northern Bowls Clubs to win the Northern Valencian Champions League. Wednesday afternoon, 5 June, saw the final game take place - BBC v El Cid Bowls Club. The games consisted of a Rinks game, a Triples game, a Pairs game and a Ladies singles and a Gents singles. BBC required three points to win and it was a nail biting competition right down to the wire. BBC Ladies singles was won by Mary Cockle v Betty Anderson with only two shots difference in the game, this awarded two points to BBC. The BBC also won the Rinks game with Captain Jeff Richards, Brian Doggett, Trefor Evans and Gail Chick gaining another two points, their score gave enough of a shot difference to gain the extra two points. The final result was six points to each club. This is the second Northern Championship that the club has won this year, having already won the L.L.B (Levante Lawn Bowls) North/ South League Championship earlier in the year. Congratulations to one and all. Front Row: Greg Sperring, Bob Cockle, Linda Richards, Mary Cockell, Gail Chick and Carol Davies. Back Row: Captain Jeff Richards, Trefor Evans, Alex Fisher, (Marker for the Singles) Mick Adams Brian Doggett and Dudley Davies.
THE ROUNDABOUT CHARITY SHOP INVITES YOU TO CAVA & CUPCAKES 1€ SALE ON MARKED ITEMS Monday 29 July 10.30 - 1.30pm Monday 10am - 1.30pm, Tuesday 10am - 1.30pm, Wednesday 10am - 7pm, Thursday 10am - 1.30pm, Friday 10am - 1.30pm, Saturday 10am - 1.30pm. Behind Don Colchon & Next To Bar Rafa in Avenida Los Fueros, Puerto Jávea. Facebook: The RoundAbout Charity Shop - Javea
U3A Vall del Pop What’s On Programme 4 July - Coffee & Cake, and lots of chat, at the Memory Lane Café, Jalon at 11.15am (3€) – with entertainment by U3A’s newest group, The Entertainers. 5 September – General Assembly. Speaker Ray Wilcox – who worked in the prison service and has since written fiction novels, based on his experiences. 22-25 September – Trip includes Euromed 1st Class train tickets, Half-board at Ayre Caspe hotel, visits to Sagrada Familia & Parc Guell, Barcelona Football Stadium and 1st Class shopping experience. [495€pp] 3 October – General Assembly. Speaker David Rohl – The Curse of the Royal Bloodline. 7 November – General Assembly. Speaker Sun Solicitors on legal matters, probably related to Brexit. 5 December 5th – Christmas General Assembly. Why not come along and join the fun? The U3A is all about selfmotivated groups passing on their skills and knowledge. For further information on U3A Vall del Pop check our website [http://u3avalldelpop.com]. The U3A is all about enjoyment and learning, and this is particularly evident in the U3A Vall del Pop, whose members hold their General Assembly generally, fiestas and holidays permitting, on the first Thursday of each month at the Centre Polivalent in Murla, and have a diverse range of groups for the interest of the members.
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VIVA ESPAÑA The reviews say it all Had such a good time here, the food was good and the show was amazing, would definitely recommend to anyone in the area. L.W. Phenomenal! Great food, great show. Friendly staff, child-friendly, excellent service. S.T. A lovely afternoon with food and a fantastic show with real flamenco dancing. Very helpful staff. We took our Daughter and Grandson and they were very impressed. A must visit. C.T. I have eaten here many times, It is truly magnificent, the food and the shows. A night (or day ) out not to be missed. A.G. What a fantastic evening we had, brilliant horse show, good fresh food, very friendly staff, and fantastic dancers, definitely come again. S.R. Once again Jacqueline from Restaurante Viva España has organised another season of the sensational Andalucian Horse Show. Enjoy and feel the excitement of these wonderfully schooled and magnificent creatures and their talented riders. Experience, once more, the traditions of real Spain, with elegant dressage demonstrations. The event also consists of a typical Andalucian dinner and the famous Viva España ballet who will guide you through the different types of flamenco in a spectacular floor show to delight and excite the senses. A fantastic experience for all the family. See their advert top right for dates and more information or call Jacqueline on 96 285 0018 or 695 161 207.
On 18 July the Red Cross has one of its main fundraising events, "El Sorteo de Oro", with 11.700 prizes. All the funds raised help the most vulnerable people in our society: elderly people, disabled, children in need... Please show them your support by buying a ticket or two. You could also be a winner. Thank you and good luck. Female Focus July 2019
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no open auditions for the Phoenix The Stage Diary now in its 12th year of publication is not Dancers during the months of July only an important guide to what’s on in all regions but and August, although they still is also an on-line web introduction to potential expat’s require more dancers both male researching community life in Spain. The diary also acts and female for their `Christmas as a planning guide to assist groups avoid unnecessary Show´. Anyone interested should clashes of production dates. phone Phaedra their choreographer on 607 290 896 and arrange Caprice: After two successful concerts in May, Caprice ladies’ choir are now working on their programme for October. As usual there will be a mixture of song styles, all sung in three-part harmony with something to appeal to everyone. For more information on the choir see their website: www.capriceladieschoir.com or contact musical director Aileen on 696 514 613, or by email on aileen@capriceladieschoir.com. Careline Theatre: Next production, `The Lady Killers´, about an odd assortment of crooks who intend robbing a train. They rent a room at little old Mrs Wilberforce’s house, then manage to con her into moving the stolen cash to her home after the robbery. But then things start to go awry. Production dates 27, 28 and 29 October at 8pm. Box office open from September. Email: carelinetheatre@gmail.com. Costa Blanca Male Voice Choir: The choir's recent `Concert at the Cave´ was sold out over a week before the two performances and was a huge success. They will now be taking a break until September, but if you would like to join them for the new season, you can find out more about the choir on their website, www.costablancamalevoicechoir.wikidot.com or call Mike Evans on 96 574 4577. Jávea Players: From Shakespeare to farce and everything in between, the Players take their shows seriously, but always with the emphasis on enjoyment and fun. They are a friendly bunch and would love to hear from you whatever your age and experience. Apart from acting there are many other skills required in order to stage a play: director, stage manager, set construction, costumes, prompt – the list is long. For details: www.javeaplayers.com. Oliva Drama and Cultural Association: ODCA are currently working on a new production for autumn, more details next month. They would welcome new members at this time, whether they are interested
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a meeting. The Dancers wish everyone an enjoyable summer and look forward to seeing you in the autumn.
Sounds Familiar: After the success of their 10th Anniversary production, Sounds Familiar are working on their next show to be performed in November 2019. They are looking for singers and dancers to join them in Benissa on Monday evenings for rehearsals. Please contact Philip on 96 558 1483 for more information if you are interested in joining the group. The Chaplaincy Singers: After the success of their concert ‘Jubilation’ the Singers, under the direction of Philip Ashley, have already begun rehearsing new Christmas music. If you love to sing why not join this friendly choir at rehearsal every Monday morning from 10.45am. Info from Eileen on 607 706 904. Valley Voices:
The choir organised a successful picnic concert at Lavender Gardens, Lliber in June. The programme included a repertoire of show tunes accompanied by Kirsty Glen and led by Musical Director, Aileen Lightfoot. The Costa Barber Singers and Giovanna Wallace were guest artists. Paul Freeman and Ian Bennett compered the event. Monies raised were donated to the Children’s Home, Casa de las Menores in Denia. Next concert 25 October at El Vergel. Please phone for further information: 634 301 483.
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Malcom's Musings Albir’s Forgotten Mini Menagerie remembered by Malcolm Smith Created in and around a converted old bungalow on the lower Helado hillside en route to the lighthouse this unusual setting was owned (lived in) by what I would describe as a couple of aging eccentrics – possibly in their 60s – in the early 1980s. He was a quiet far eastern (maybe from Singapore or Indonesia) retired businessman and his wife and her aged, blind mother, I believe were of Dutch extraction but I cannot be sure, it was a long time ago so my recollections could be less than perfect. The house was almost completely shielded from the road by thick bushes and hedgerows centred by an ornamental pond which was well stocked with gold fish and shubunkin, turtles, newts and possible other amphibians. The grounds and its bushy surroundings was free range to small birds and small animals of the hedgehog, guinea-pig and squirrel ilk. The ‘pond’ birds included dab chicks, coots, mallards, signets plus the odd goose and the occasional heron in season. There were also ground birds of the domestic and Chinese fowl variety all of which appeared to live in harmony. Lizards and Geckos were plentiful as were some small rodents of the groundhog and field mice variety. I became friendly with the owners and spent some time photographing their livestock for an article which was later published. The ‘curators’ were rather introvert and withdrawn. They seemed not to mingle a great deal with neighbours. Their menagerie cum open aquarium and partially indoors small bird sanctuary – beautifully colourful, tropical singing and chattering birds of the tit, humming bird and canary kind – extended to their first floor bedroom and was astounding. The headboard of their exotic bed was a flat, glowing green, glazed tropical vertical flowing waterfall from a miniature rockery with colourful lizards and brilliantly coloured baby turtles basking and scampering around and above their sleeping space. Elsewhere on the premises were a couple of grey flop eared rabbits and two silver Siamese plus a dusky black Burman cat. The whole place was unbelievably breathtaking. Like being in another world. I spent some pleasurable time there but my hosts were gravely concerned with the health of their elderly companion and were planning to return to the East. I eventually lost touch (they quietly disappeared) and a few years later I looked for these delightful folk again but could not find them. I asked around but no one seemed to remember them. I was intrigued so I spent a little time exploring. There was no lane, no cottage and certainly no menagerie …..they had all completely disappeared! However in the region where I thought my animal paradise had been there was a new urbanisation and quite a different world. Converted and sold, bulldozed or whatever, the Albir magical menagerie had gone forever!
The Original Charity Shop Makes Double Donation Recently Javea’s Original Charity Shop and library made a double donation of €1,000 each to The Javea Autism Association and Helen Davis of the Organisation Spread Some Sunshine. The Jávea Autism Association made an appeal for financial aid to help pay for a summer school teacher for autistic children. Ramon and staff were delighted to accept the cheque for €1,000. Helen Davis of Spread Some Sunshine appealed for help to finance a small abode for a mother and daughter in Sri Lanka who are destitute and live without running water, electricity etc. Helen wished to thank the Original Charity Shop most sincerely and explained that the money will help to employ two local builders to continue the house build. The Original Charity has recently extended its premises. We now have a superb extension with lots of space for small furniture items, curtains, bedding, pictures, tools, crockery, glassware, electro items, books and much more. Come and have a look at our spacious shop and enjoy shopping in comfort with lots and lots to choose from. For more information please see our webpage: www.charityshoplibrary.com or email: info@charityshoplibrary.com. Female Focus July 2019
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Language Exchange in Calpe - A totally free service to bring together English speakers wanting to practice Spanish with Spanish speakers wanting to speak English - Meetings on a 'One to One' basis at a mutually agreed time and place in Calpe. Contact Liz or Ted at calpeavl@hotmail.com. Jávea International Bridge Club, Avda. de Paris, Arenal. Why not join us on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday (with host) & Friday at 2.45pm. Visitors very welcome. Email: pat@javeabridgeclub.com or telephone: 96 647 2158 if you wish to learn this fascinating game of bridge. More details on our website: www.javeabridgeclub.com. Jávea Computer Club. The club is open to new and existing members from 9.30am until 12.30pm Mon, Tues and Thurs of each week Whatever your computing needs, we can probably help. So why not come along and get some assistance. Membership annual subscription still just 10€ with a one-off joining fee of 10€. Further information on the Club web site: www.javeacomputerclub.org or www.facebook.com/JCCCOMPUTERCLUB/ or email javeacomputerclub@gmail.com. Jalon Valley Help events. Casa de Animo, Centro Civico, Alcalali: Tuesday Drop In: 10am – 1pm – All welcome. Meet new people. Come and have a cuppa and a chat. Many other weekly activities are on offer including: Craft, Card Making, Art, Mosaics and Flower Arranging groups, Val de Pop Singers, Valley Voices Choir (U3A), Fitsteps, Slimming classes and Sunday Drop In. For further information on the above contact Tina on 634 333 212. JVH Charity shops open Monday – Saturday mornings in Jalon, Alcalali and Orba. Free Medical Equipment loan service. Volunteers always needed. For all enquiries tel.: 659 624 643. www.jalonvalleyhelp.com. Jávea International Baptist Church (JIBC), Pastor Steve Hall. Sunday Service is at 10.30am at The Church Centre, Carrer Favara 8, Jávea, (just off the Plaza de la Constitucion in the old town or “Pueblo”, where the open air market is normally held on Thursdays.) For further information please visit our website: http://www.javeabaptist.es or call 96 579 5847. Make a Smile Recycle Heroes Need Your Help. Dennis and Barbara accept any household items, furniture, electrical and clothes etc for the recycle projects. They are happy to do total house clearances. The items are given a bit of TLC and sold in rastros and auctions to provide funds for the charity. They can be contacted on 660 961 585 or 96 583 6814. Marina Alta Model Railway Club. Dust off your Dapols, bring out your Bachmanns, haul out your Hornbys! The MAMRC meets regularly at its spacious Clubhouse in Teulada. We cannot make you young again, but we can remind you how it felt. All gauges for all ages. New members welcome. Call 96 647 1939 or email mamrclub@gmail.com. Oliva Chess Group. We meet in Oliva every Thursday morning. New members welcome whatever your standard. For further details please contact Graham on 609 970 621 or email graham.flowerdew@hotmail.com. Oliva Art Group. We meet in Oliva every Tuesday evening 6pm until 8pm and Wednesday morning 10am until 1pm. New members welcome, whatever your standard. For further information contact Graham 609 970 621 or email graham. flowerdew@hotmail.com. Paquita’s Country Club is a Social Club which was formed 28 years ago, for people of all ages, resident or non resident. Being a member is a great way to meet and make friends, whether you are single or a couple. We are based at El Cid Restaurant & Bar in Benidoleig and hold weekly and monthly activities on and off site. These include a Walking Group, a Travelling Diners Group, Weekly Tombola and Whist, together with Dinner Dances, Excursions & Mini Breaks. Please contact the Membership Secretary Belinda Crick on 96 645 9724 or 686 222 754 for further information, we look forward to hearing from you. PLJ Spiritual Social Centre. We meet at the Albir Cultural Social Centre (between Mercadonna and Sol Albir Estate Agents) every Wednesday evening at 6.45pm. We are a group of friendly spiritually minded people who are non profit, non political and non religious. Each week, there will be discussions and demonstrations on various topics and ideas based on Spiritual, metaphysical, and mystical themes with occasional guest speakers or mediums. For more information contact: Pauline: 602 559 062 Jan: 603 259 169 or Lyn:663 315 532. FB:- pljspiritualsocialcentre. Email:- pljspiritualsocialcentre@gmail.com. Royal British Legion Benidorm Branch meet at 11am on the third Friday of each month at Ciudad Patricia Benidorm. They also have a monthly lunch and various social events. New and old members most welcome. Please contact secrblbenidorm@outlook.com or call James on 677 786 559 for more details. Royal British Legion Calpe Branch meet every Friday at 11.30am at Restaurant Dracula, Calpe Port (opp. Baydal Restaurant). New members always welcome. Come along and meet new friends and enjoy the monthly outings. Please contact Norman Hodgkiss, on 96 574 7410 or calpe3465.members@gmail.com. Royal British Legion Jávea Branch meet at Paris 24 on the 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month (except July & August). We meet from 10.30am onwards for coffee and a chat, our meeting starts at 11.30am. We have a very good Social Programme throughout the year. We would love to see members and none members coming to our meetings and join in. We would make you feel most welcome. Pamela Dawes, Membership Sec, RBL Jávea Branch, contact 96 579 0123 or 617 789 883. Salvation Army Denia Are you looking for fellowship with a multinational congregation. We are based at the beautiful Camp Saron, just outside of Denia. There is Sunday worship 10.30am, prayer and bible study on Wednesdays. All very relaxed with English, Dutch, German, Spanish, American, also Welsh, Scottish and Irish. The address is Camp Saron, Partida de Torre Carrels. Denia. Telephone 698 609 658 or 652 319 810.
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Aircrew Association Costa Blanca. Former and serving aircrew of the UK or Allied Armed Forces are very welcome to join this friendly organisation founded here in 1988. Details from the Secretary on: 96 640 4123. Alfaz Spiritual Foundation – Spiritual church in Alfaz de Pi, meets at the Forum Mare Nostrum, Camino de Pincho 02, every Thursday at 6.30pm for Divine Service. Each week there is a different medium, international and 'home grown' giving evidence that life is eternal. Following the demonstration of mediumship, there is the opportunity to receive healing. Mediums offer workshops and private readings. If interested and for more information please contact George Lapper 617 972 950 or Pauline Kernick 616 319 725. Amigos de Benitachell Charity Shop can be found on Crta. Moraira No. 18, Benitachell. It is open Mon to Fri 10am to 1pm. Donated items are always welcome. They are looking for volunteers. If you can spare some time for this worthy cause please call their president Carole on 620 781 034 or pop into the shop between 10am and 1pm weekdays. Amigos de Make a Smile Charity Shop We have lots of good quality second hand clothes, handbags, small pieces of furniture, children's clothes, shoes and bedding. Find us at the bottom of the dual carriageway in Teulada on the left hand side near to the Rodafoc fire shop. We are also looking for volunteers to help us in the shop. So if you could spare a few hours a week come along and talk to the team. Avenida del Mediterráneo, 4 Teulada. Open Monday to Saturday 10am to 1pm. Benitachell Christian Fellowship. Looking for an English speaking church close to Moraira, Teulada or Benissa? Then you are welcome to visit us. Our Sunday service starts at 11am and runs for about 75 minutes. Whether you are a resident or visitor, please feel free to come along – we have a number of visiting speakers, the welcome is warm, the music is good and parking is nearby. Call Eric on 678 980 151 or Ann on 96 647 0303 for details and directions. For further info about the Fellowship, directions and map visit www.benitachellcf.org. Benidorm International Friendship Club meets each Wednesday 11.30am for 12 o'clock start at the Villasol camping. All are welcome to join us for a chat and a drink. Ring Mike for details 625 287 096. Charity shop of Calpe The shop is open every morning from 10am until 1.30pm except Sundays and can be found in Galerías Mar Azul – half-way up Avenida Gabriel Miró, on the right hand side. If you are looking for ladies´ and men's clothes and shoes, household items, paperbacks and small pieces of furniture, then drop in and have a look. Also, if you have any items to donate or would like to help out in the shop just pop in. Calpe Christian Fellowship. We have moved to the Spanish church Vida Abundante on Avd Diputacion. English service every Sunday 11am, details www.calpechristianfellowship.org. Tel 670 491 283. Free car parking. Calpe – MOFTAG – Mighty Oaks from Tiny Acorns Grow, is an English Speaking Ladies Social & Fundraising Club. We meet every second Wednesday in the month and organise social events for the third & fourth Wednesdays. A Warm welcome awaits. Please phone our President, Jenny Godfrey for details of the venue. Tel 96 583 0179 – mobile. 639 139 518. CALPE U3A hold their monthly general meetings on the third Thursday of the month at the AR Sol Ifach Calpe 10am for a meeting start at 10.30am. Calpe U3A is about learning and pleasure. We have many groups to be involved with and the travel team have day trips and short holidays advertised on the travel team Facebook page and www.u3acalpe.org. Chess Mates. We meet every Tuesday at Bar Vinyater, Jalon at 2pm Whatever your level or experience you will be most welcome to join us. Both men and women make up this marvellous and happy group. Call me on 605 231 331 for more details. Concerts Costa Blanca: We produce concerts at Teulada etc. and also run buses to Valencia's Opera House (opera & ballet) & Palau de la Musica (concerts) with regular pick-ups from Moraira, Jávea & Mas-y-Mas (N332, north of Gata). Our yearly plan is up-dated and mailed regularly. Web: www.concertscostablanca.com / E-mail (& to join mailing list) info@concertscostablanca.com. Costa Blanca Computer Club. The club is closed for our summer break. Our first meeting after the beak is planned for Saturday, 21 September. See https://sites.google.com/view alfazcbcc/home for more club information, including our meeting programme. Costa Blanca Mountain Walkers. The CBMW is a group of people who get together twice a week to enjoy walking in the mountains of the Costa Blanca. Anyone is welcome to come along. Visit www.cbmwalkers.org for information on upcoming walks and guidelines. Crib in Calpe - we meet every Monday evening (19:45 for 20.00 start) at Oriental Gardens Restaurant, Calle Pintor Sorolla, Calpe - for beginners and improvers and people that haven't played for 20 years. A fun evening with a happy group (no need to bring a partner). Ted: yogated@hotmail.co.uk or 634 313 527. Crime Watch Spain. (Vecinos Colaborando Costa Blanca). We try to reduce crime and vandalism in our communities. We try to look after the citizens. We also teach Spanish. For more information please email: colaborando.crimewatch@gmail.com. Denia, Church of England. At the Church of England at Les Rotes in Denia there is a Holy Communion Service every Sunday at 11.45am and all are welcome. GOLF Are you a golfer? If you enjoy golf, come and join the over 60's golf group at Golf Club de Ifach St Jaime. We play every Tuesday morning. Prices to be won every week. Call 670 387 967 or send a text. HELP of Denia and Marina Alta Parkinson's Support Group meets every last Monday of the month at our Activity Centre in La Xara at 2.30pm. The group gives support, latest information and advise on Parkinson's. Come along and meet a great bunch of people. Call the coordinator on 634 301 677 for information, www.helpofdenia.com or Help of DAMA FB. Female Focus July 2019
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San Juan Evangelical ‘Church of the Good Shepherd’ located at Calle Juan Sebastián Elcano 25, 03550 San Juan. We have people from South America, the Philippines, Spain, England, the Netherlands and more nationalities, the diversity of God. You are very welcome in our Sunday services at 5pm to join us in worship and prayer. For further information: ivanysadys@yahoo.es or call 605 556 974. Spiritual Friends Costa Blanca is a non-religious group of spiritually minded people who meet on Wednesday afternoons. Each week different - clairvoyance, discussions, talks and demonstrations on spiritual or holistic subjects. Email sp.fr.cb@gmail.com, website www.spiritualfriendscostablanca.com or contact Jan on 600 837 054. Tennis. Old Bats and Balls meet at 10am every Thursday morning at the Rafol courts. Men and Women of all levels are most welcome and the subs average 1€ per week. We also enjoy a monthly and sociable lunch after the mornings play. Call me on 605 231 331 for more details. Valleys Bridge Club Come and join us for a friendly game of Duplicate Bridge. We meet every Thursday at El Cid in Benidoleig, 1.30pm for play to commence at 2pm. New members are always most welcome. For further information contact either Brenda 96 640 4533 or Tina 96 558 3136. World Mysteries Discussion Group This is a discussion group which meets up every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month at 4.30pm at Innate Active (formerly known as SolPark Tennis), Moraira, located on the outskirts of Moraira close to the Pan, Pan, Jamon, Jamon café bar. We discuss all types of subjects including the Egyptian Pyramids, crop circles, the ancient Sumerian tablets, lost civilisations, the recently discovered Bosnian Pyramids etc. We aim to promote investigation and research in order to share information and discuss interesting unexplained topics. For more information email morairaworldmystery@gmail.com. Xàbia Book Circle. We meet on the first Tuesday of each month in the Centro Social, Xàbia Old Town, beside the Health Centre, at 6.30pm for a 6.45pm start, and we finish at 8.45pm. You can also follow our activities on our website www.xabiabookcircle.com. For more information please contact the Xàbia Book Circle Secretary, Nina Davies on 96 579 1782 or ninamdavies@yahoo.co.uk. Calling all groups and charities send your forthcoming events and information to editor@femalefocusonline.com before the 15th of the month prior to publication.
Great “End of Season” dinner for Moraira-Teulada U3A Wine Group The Moraira-Teulada U3A Wine Tasting group celebrated another successful season of very enjoyable and successful tastings with an end of term dinner. Some 80 members met up at the popular BeniAsia restaurant in Benitachell where the owner, Fan Fan, and her team surpassed themselves with a great spread of delicious food and brilliant service. Everyone very much enjoyed themselves and the animated discussions round the tables went on late into the night. Heartfelt thanks and a round of applause were given to Pat and Brian Clarke, the Group Leaders who arranged this event, for all their hard work and time spent in organising, not just this evening’s dinner, but the whole successful season of tastings. After a summer break, the group will be back together in September. Already a day trip to Yecla for a tour of Bodegas Castaño during the harvesting of grapes, has been arranged for 11 September. The Castaño family are renowned for their Monastrell wines which make up the major part of their three million bottle a year output. To find out more about this and many other groups please visit: www.u3amoraira-teulada.org/.
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ESIA ESIA (English, Spanish, Intercambio Altea) is a multicultural group where people from all around the world gather together to have fun, share their experiences, cultures, traditions, and more in a friendly and unique environment. You will develop intercultural communication competence and confidence in the use of the language. This sharing of knowledge has become increasingly important nowadays as people interact with a diversity of cultures within the workplace. It is necessary however to have a basic understanding of English and Spanish to enjoy interesting conversations with people from all over the world. We meet on Mondays and Fridays (Tuesdays and Fridays from 01/09/2019) from 17:30 to 20:30 and it is free to attend. Come and go when you like. Our meetings take place above the library at the Biblioteca at the Facultad de Bellas Artes (UMH University Míguel Hernández) in Altea or you can contact Martin: esia4you@gmail.com. Female Focus July 2019
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The craft market in Jávea port returns for the summer The traditional summer fair can now be found by the sea front at the end of Avenida Jaime I in the port of Jávea (see Google maps: https://goo.gl/maps/rx5uWDjHiYs or search for "Feria de Artesanía Xàbia"), until 2 September (except for a few days when the locals celebrate their fiestas) opening every evening from 7pm until midnight. This is the seventh year running that Amata (the regional craft association) joins forces with the local shopkeepers to liven up the promenade along the sea front with a craft fair. A real craft fair, with real craft workers who make what they sell, and hope to sell what they make. Not for nothing has Amata chosen the slogan "Artesanía de Autor®" - which means that what you see is made by the man or woman on the stall. The stalls can vary from week to week, but you will always find that every stall offers something different: leather bags, leather belts, original lamps from recycled material, rag dolls, wooden toys and puppets, jewellery from silver, copper, ceramics, macramé or recycled tins, hand painted designer clothes and even some paintings and water colours. Many of the people will be at work in their stalls so you can get them to add a name or a detail or, if you can wait a few days, let them make something specially for you. Amata was set up in 1998 and remains true to its original philosophy, which is that only goods made by the people on the stalls can be sold on the craft fairs it organises. That is why more and more aficionados have come to appreciate this special quality - the quality of a gallery, sold in the street from a stall. Several stalls come for the whole summer, others just a few weeks so as to combine a holiday at the beach with the possibility of earning a living. It's a varied show, week by week. Never boring. A visit to the market can be combined with a stroll to the port (with its fishing boats and fish market) and back along the promenade with its attractive bars and restaurants, shops and terraces, to enjoy the cool sea breezes and watch all the other visitors walking, jogging and cycling along. And, if you like modern architecture, you can have a look at the Virgen de Loreto church, a concrete structure shaped like a ship! You can even get to the market in the tourist train that runs every hour between the Arenal beach of Jávea and the Port: it stops right at the fair! Come and see for yourself the difference with other beach fairs! For further details ring 639 979 678 (and Elvira speaks English). There is also a Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/feriaartesaniajavea/) where you can find any news about special activities like live music in this fair and possible changes in the opening times. Female Focus July 2019
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HAIR NAILS & BEAUTY. Serenity in Moraira offer a wide range of treatments including roof top yoga. Call Kelly on 96 503 5063. BAD BACK? Tonia Sherriff is a well-kown and well-respected local Osteopath based in Calpe. Call for an appointment. 637 715 308.
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TREAT YOUR BODY! - Experienced Physiotherapists, Specialist in Active Release Techniques (No 1 choice of treatment for Athletes) Personal training, Classes, Massage, Indoor Golf Simulator, Reduction Therapy, Nails & Hair Removal. All at Physioplus in Albir. Call: 96 657 7589 Email: info@physioplus.es. DOES YOUR SKIN need a makeover? Get a FREE online skin consultation with Beauty Glow and receive 10% off your first order. www.geraldinescott.com/female-focus 2nd Edition of the The WELLBEING – Health Beauty & Lifestyle Expo…….. Produced by the Nº1 Event Organiser on the Costas…… GM Promotions - Venue: Villa Gadea Hotel, Altea, Costa Blanca North. Dates: FRIDAY 1 & SATURDAY 2 NOVEMBER 2019 - 10.00 – 17.00 - See Page 2 for further info. FREE CONSULTATION - BOOK NOW, Does the weather ruin your make-up. Permanent Eyebrows & Eyeliner are the perfect solution. Elements Beauty Spa In Denia. w w w. e l e m e n t s b e a u t y s p a . e s elementsbeautyspa@gmail.com Call: 966 424 647. P S Y C H O T H E R A P I S T CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT Psychotherapist for the confidential treatment of anxiety and depression. Plus couples t h e r a p y. P h o n e Ta n y a o n 634 35 48 92 to arrange an appointment.
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CBD OIL - Legal, natural and has a direct effect on the immune system to help with problems such as sleep deficiency, ADHD, MS, Arthritis & more. Find CBD Store Spain - Avda de la Fontana 9A, Javea and Avda. D’Europa 135 (N332 Alfas near McDonald’s roundabout.) WEIGHT REDUCTION, SUCCESSFUL! With Hypnotherapy. Call 622 109 660 MBI – Institute for Clinical Hypnosis.
JENNY'S CLEANING SERVICES. Reliable, honest and legal. H o m e , b u s i n e s s , t e n a n c y, changeovers and oven cleans. English and Spanish spoken Covering Javea, Denia and surrounding areas. Call now 633 624 232 www.jennyscleaningservices.com
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HARRIS FURNISHINGS - British furniture store offering a fabulous range of quality furniture including sofas, chairs, corner sofas, sofa beds, recliners, rise-recliners, beds, coffee tables etc. Famous brand names including Parker Knoll. Pedreguer Ind. Estate. 96 646 9371 sales@harrisfurnishings.com
C O M P L E T E B AT H R O O M REFORMS Whole project managed by in-house team. 24 years experience. Also specialist in shower and bath screens. Many satisfied customers. Call SHOWERMAN. 96 579 2285 / 639 292 081 or email info@showermanspain.com UPHOLSTERY SERVICE Tired or broken furniture? From small repairs to complete recovers for home, garden, car or boat. Indoor & outdoor cushion covers. Pergola and parasol covers. Leather and fabric cleaning. Pedreguer Industrial Estate. 96 646 9371 or email: sofamedico@harrisfurnishings.com
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FULLY COMP CAR INSURANCE from 279€. For all your insurance needs: house, home, business, marine, car, health. Call Insurance Altea 96 584 0753 SPECIALIST BESPOKE WARDROBES. Liberate your wardrobe space with our expertise and design. Call Oscar 608 322 568. DON’T CALL THE WRONG PLUMBER. Call Right Plumber. All your plumbing needs. Call Dan 656 303 236. BUILDING & PLUMBING SERVICES. No job to big or small, from a re-grout to a new build. Experienced and all work guaranteed. Call Nicholas 696 949 220.
I Q G C G L A S S C U R TA I N S . Enclose your terrace and naya without spoiling the view. Call Neil 965 973 307. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE SERVICES from gardens to pools, homes to commercial, we clean and care for your property. Jalon and surrounding areas. CLASS ACT 682 637 729. AWNINGS, BLINDS, MOSQUITO nets, Commercial & Garage doors, Shower screens & doors. PERSITOLD provide solutions for sun protection and comfort. Showroom in Gata de Gorgos. Many examples at www.persitold.es 96 575 6281 / 669 859 572 or email info@persitold.es
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BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION Specialised in residential property refurbishment. Kitchens/ Bathrooms, Windows /Doors, Reforms/ Extensions, Electrics/ Plumbing, Tiling/ Terraces, Roofing/ Rejas, Tosca Specialists. Over 30 years experience. All areas Gandia to Benidorm and Inland. www.sovereign-construction.com Te l e p h o n e 6 6 2 0 9 7 5 9 8 o r sovereignconstruction@gmail.com GLAZING & AWNING SPECIALISTS All kinds of glazing systems, roofing solutions and awnings, windows, arched windows, conservatories, doors and interior glass doors. Call 96 645 7878 or email info@amasvista.com NEED A SURVEY? Call Advantage Building Services if you are buying a property, or have structural problems with a property you already own. Subsidence cases investigated, insurance claims mediated and processed. 653 733 066 or email mrmpaddon@hotmail.com or find further information at www.surveyorscostablanca.com EXCAVATION, GROUNDWORK & CONSTRUCTION Call AD Lawton for all your plant hire needs. Specialist in drainage, groundworks and septic tank systems. 648 052 911 or visit www.adlawtonconstrucciones.com HANDYMAN & HOME MAINTENANCE- repairs, gardens, tiling, roofing, guttering, shelves, plumbing & more. Covering Villajoyosa to Calpe, Call Neil on 603 254 841. SWIMMING POOLS - We are specialists in Maintenance & Construction and also offer technical services and pool products, serving Altea and the surrounding areas. Visit us at our shop “Altea Pools” or call: 653 679 965. ROUND TOWN TRAVEL - Your onestop-shop for travel & entertainment at fantastic prices. Flights, accommodation, ferries, cruises, day trips & park tickets, car hire and airport transfers. Open 7 days a week, call (0034) 966 811 123 or visit www.roundtowntravel.com MAN AND VAN for hire, cheap & reliable. Jalon valley & surrounding areas. 96 648 0757 (9.30-1.30) or 636 100 873.
www.femalefocusonline.com NP CLEANING SERVICES - provide the following services including cleaning for homes and businesses - Holiday Let Management - bed/ mattresses - Laundry & Ironing (with free collection and delivery) Oven & Hobs - Carpets, Upholstery & Rugs. Albir & surrounding, Call: 649 20 22 33. WATER FILTER SYSTEMS Whole House & Undersink Water Filter Systems. Reduce Your Plastic Waste & Have Clean Filtered Water From All Taps In Your Home While Also Protecting Appliances From Limescale Buildup. Tel: 681 315 659. Web: www.aqualyze.es. GLAZE N SAVE convert your single glazed windows and doors to double glazed units without changing the frames. Very cost effective and a clean process. This is not secondary glazing. For more information call Gary on 662 455 960 or 96 671 2832 email gary@glazensave.es. Web: www.glazensave.es. TOOL HIRE & INDUSTRIAL HARDWARE STORE Specialist in rental of construction & garden machinery, and hand & power tools. Rental on 24hr daily rate, weekly or long term. Javea based. Fluent English spoken. 96 579 2502 www.cabocasse.com R E L I A B L E C L I M A , CONSTRUCTION & ALUMINIUM SPECIALISTS. Services including - Aircon from €560,- Nippon, LG, Panasonic etc. Including installation! - Buildingwork, swimming pools, ground works and garden renovations! - Conservatories. Aluminium/PVC doors and windows! Call +34 673 468 922 / 965 843 144 or visit www.reliable-clima.com www.reliableconstruction.es. CONSIDERING A NEW KITCHEN? IKEA kitchens are super stylish and represent outstanding value for money. For a free design and quotation call Sue 674 697 717 or Steve 696 914 106 or visit www.flatpaxstudio.com. CAR REPAIRS & SERVICING. Automat Talleres (formerly Total Car Care) will get you right back on the road. Broken down?, send your grua to us! Pol Ind La Pedrera, Benissa. 965 730 225.CAR REPAIRS & SERVICING. Automart Talleres (formerly Total Car Care) will get you right back on the road. Broken down?, send your grua to us! Pol Ind La Pedrera, Benissa. 965 730 225. THE INTERPRETER, for all your English/Spanish interpreting & translations. Based close to Denia Hospital & surrounding medical centres. Emergency 24 hour call out for Denia Hospital. CALL 686 320 435 or email candidawright@gmail.com
Entertainment LADY JAZZ performing at the Costa Blanca! Perfect for your Lounge Area, Private Party's, Weddings, Fine Dining and Cocktail Bar!! High quality vocals & chillout tunes. Te l e p h o n e 6 7 7 2 3 3 8 7 9 FACEBOOK:LadyJazzAnita or visit www.lady-jazz.com
Misc Sales FUJICA FILM CAMERA with accessories, flash, long lens, carry bag, 60€ ono. Tel: 96 648 2589. Alcalali area. PIPES 15&10 by 300, 5€ Moraira 627 255 461. SCANNER Cannon color image scanner, 30€. Tel: 96 648 2589. Alcalali.
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GOLF CLUB SET, balls, bag and trolley 40€. Moraira 627 255 461. TILE CUTTER, small 20€. Moraira 627 255 461. FIVE SIDED GAZEBO 40€. Moraira 627 255 461. FISHING RODs, all sizes 10€. Moraira 627 255 461. TYRES new x4 165 /tor14 100€. Moraira 627 255 461.
LADDERS, BLOCKS, PLY etc Ladders 12ft 8€, blocks 40x20 total 60 blocks 10€, acros 2€ each, 3 sheets of ply 8 x 4 x 3/4 10€, 4 sheets of ply 8x4 1/2 7€. Moraira 627 255 461. 3 WHEEL ELECTRIC BICYCLE For sale 3 wheel electric bicycle. Swing elite with charger helmet and lock, new used once. 1,150€ tel. 96 648 2589. LADIES TREK NAVIGATOR 100 Bicycle. 26” wheels, 21 speed, 37cms frame. Excellent condition. Bargain 150€. Tel. 610 879 406 (Benimeli). BEDROOM CURTAINS DORMA 4 bedroom curtains + 2 curtain ties, white with pretty pink, purple flowers, width 166 - length 168 + matching Dorma flower bottom sheet with frill, double bed. 15€. Tel. 96 296 1149 or 630 228 227. Gandia area. LAWNMOWER FLY MO electric lawn mower + 2 Fly mo trimmers, Good working order 25€. Tel. 96 296 1149 or 630 228 227. Gandia area. NICO BABY AUTO Car seat, as new, only used once, 25€. Tel. 96 296 1149 or 630 228 227. Gandia area. 4 BAR STOOLS wrought iron legs, tan coloured seats, ideal for outside 25€. Tel. 96 296 1149 or 630 228 227. Gandia 10 TURQUOISE good quality patterned curtains all lined. 6 width 130 - 196 length. 4 width 200 - 196 length + 6 matching cushion covers and 8 curtain ties. Cost over 250€, accept 50€. Tel.96 296 1149 or 630 228 227. Gandia area. CAST IRON LOG FIRE small size 200€ ONO. Tel: 96 648 2589. Alcalali. TELESCOPE Bresser telescope on tripod with booklet 45€. Tel: 96 648 2589. Alcalali. FOLDING BICYCLE, hardly used, 75€. Including helmet. Tel 96 648 2589. Alcalali. HEADPHONES Sony Over Ear Headphones MDR-100BN Wireless, Noise Cancellation, Bluetooth. €100. Tel. 665 456 353. Jávea area. PAUL´S EMPORIUM IN Pedreguer. Weekly changing stock. Everything priced to sell. Why pay new when you don’t need to? Find us in Pedreguer Industrial Estate. Tel 96 644 7002 or find us on Facebook at 'Paul's Emporium Pedreguer'.
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Personal PSYCHOTHERAPIST CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT Psychotherapist for the confidential treatment of anxiety and depression. Plus couples therapy. Phone Tanya on 634 35 48 92 to arrange an appointment. ARE YOU SUFFERING through another person drinking? Help is available Al-Anon meets every Thursday in Benidorm at 5pm. The meeting is in Calle Jardines not far from the Railway Station. Our contact number is 634 758 539. CLAIRVOYANT READINGS JAVEA Clairvoyant readings in Jávea. Peaceful surroundings. Hilary 677 221 409.
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LONG TERM LET, La Fustera, Benissa Costa. Furnished apartment 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 ensuite), large kitchen, lounge/diner, use of garden. Sorry no pets. Tel 676 915 864. SELLING YOUR PROPERTY? List with Casitas Iberica in Jávea and we will sell your house. Our exclusive listings benefit from professional internal and external photos, plus a free Virtual Tour. No Obligation Valuations. Tel: 96 579 4408 / 686 453 801. www.casitasiberica.com ACHIEVE RENTAL INCOME from your property. For more than 25 years Aguila Rent A Villa SL has specialised in holiday rentals in Javea, Denia and surroundings. Trusted and professional. 96 647 0830 Email: mail@aguilarent.com or visit www.aguilarent.com PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & RENTAL SPECIALISTS - PMR, located in Alfas del Pi can also advise you about all the essential documents recommended for Ex-Pats. Telephone: 96 626 0877 Email: pmr@pmrspain.com, Web: www.pmrspain.com. BENISSA TOWN with Panoramic views to the sea, 119m² spacious 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment. 32m² livingroom, 23m² master bedroom with ensuite, new fitted kitchen, central heating, closed garage, satellite, €135,000 Tel 610 037 697. MOUNTAIN RETREAT for sale or rent. Perfect for camping yoga etc.. Total peace. 1540 metres of olive and almond trees. Price 40,000€. Call 96 688 0377 for more information. TOTALLY REFORMED TOWNHOUSE in Pamis, Ondara. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge, separate dining room/studio, courtyard. Fibre Optic broadband. Woodburner and electric radiators. Large mountain view roof terrace. 5 minutes from Portal de la Marina shopping centre and Junction 62. 10 minutes from coast. 160,000€ o.n.o. Tel. 627 779 604. VILLAGE TOWNHOUSE, BENIARDA. Village Townhouse with shops and bars nearby. Open plan dining, lounge and kitchen. Downstairs toilet. Woodburner and electric radiators. 3 bedrooms, one with terrace. Study area. Bathroom. Roof terrace with mountain views and kitchen. Fibre broadband. 30 mins to coast. Reduced to 145,000€ or consider an exchange to smaller house or bungalow. Tel 693 246 318.
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