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It has been a long wait this year but summer has finally arrived with this, our main summer issue of Key to Mijas Costa. In this issue we cover many topics. Since losing the free to air programmes on the TV, we now have no option but to view these via the internet. This has however slowed down internet service considerably not only for those viewing the TV, but more importantly for businesses during peak viewing time. Hans from Wise has some news and views on this, so please see page 39 for more information. On page 52 there is a word of advice from Victoria from Iberdata 21 to Estate Agents wanting a ‘slice of the action’ with SAREB. Summer is however all about having fun with family and friends. Firstly the fine Thai Restaurant Ssalathai in Playa Marina graces our front cover as it is celebrating its 4th an-

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niversary on 4th July and would like you to come and join them. More information on this is on page 74 and also in Mijas Costa’s premier Restaurant Guide. There is so much in this issue from the new Raquetas de Mijas Sports Centre on page 22 to the Costa Water Park on page 25, Okobay healthy Coconut Water ice lollies on page 29, to the World Cup calendar on page 37, Party Time in Mijas on page 35 and other events on pages 38 and 40 plus the Pink Floyd Tribute and Competition for free tickets on pages 76 and 77. Last, but by no means least, is the best event of all for me personally. In April my first grandchild, Cora Adelaide Hailey. was born. I couldn’t resist a little sneak preview in the magazine! Whatever it is that makes YOU happy, you are sure to find it here in Mijas Costa this summer.

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KEY BEAUTY Look Younger with a Non-Surgical Face Lift WHAT CAN IT DO FOR ME? If you don’t want invasive surgery but want to look younger and fresher faced, a non-surgical face lift might be right for you.

By Hair Magic

HOW DOES IT WORK? We apply face pads; what these do is work the facial muscles. When you go to the gym and work out, your muscles harden and grow slightly; when you work the muscles in your face, the same thing happens. So your face will look full which will greatly reduce the amount of lines. As the muscles are harder this gives a great lift. WILL I SEE THE RESULTS IMMEDIATELY? Yes, from the first treatment you will see a definite difference, although you will need 10 treatments to get a good lift. As in the gym, your muscles continue to grow and harden for 24 hours so you must wait at least 24 hours before you have the next treatment. You need to have your 10 treatments as quickly as possible. So we recommend say Monday, Wednesday and Friday, or if it’s not possible to come to the salon 3 times in a week, come 2 days for 5 weeks instead of 3 days for 3 weeks. HOW LONG DOES IS LAST? You will need to come back once a month to keep your lift. But if you want to carry on lifting, then you can come twice or three times a month. HOW MUCH DOES IT COST? We have a special offer now. We charge 25 euros a treatment but if you pay for all 10 treatments, it is only 200 euros. If you need any more advice please contact Tracy at Hair Magic.

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KEY BEAUTY Mary Cohr Treatments MARY COHR CATIO VITAL “Dual Ionisation” Deep Cleansing Skincare Treatment Much more than a traditional beauty care treatment, CatioVital “Dual Ionisation” is a fully unique and revolutionary method that leaves the skin visibly more beautiful in just over an hour. This treatment deep cleanses the skin, thanks to the “sauna effect” of the thermal masque, which helps the skin breathe freely and effectively absorb the active ingredients. CatioVital” Dual Ionisation” is twice as effective as classic skincare methods as it allows the penetration of high performance products such as Hyaluronic Acid, Depolymerised DNA, Vitamin C and Fruit acid enzymes. It also includes a ten minute relaxing facial massage as well as the fabulous Mary Cohr Ice Lift masque leaving the skin visibly fresh and supple.

By Forum GENIE COMPLETE NON SURGICAL LIFTING An alternative to the Mary Cohr Catiolift, this powerful lifting is available as a course of ten treatments to be taken over two weeks. A course of ten facial treatments is now 250.00 Euros and a course of body treatments (2 areas) is now 375.00 Euros. Also available in our spa area is semi permanent make up, teeth whitening, colonic irrigation, botox, fillers and a wide variety of massage therapies and holistic treatments. For any other enquiries regarding our hair or beauty treatments, please do not hesitate to call us on 952 59 90 98 or check out our facebook page Forumhair Andbeauty. Please see advertisement for our special offers.

This treatment is tailor-made, based on the client’s skincare needs and is available in 6 versions according to beauty goals. It is one of many specialist treatments performed in the salon by the proprietor, Claudia, who is highly qualified in Guinot, Mary Cohr and Christina skincare treatments. These treatments are available per session for 50.00 Euros or as a course of three sessions over three weeks for 140.00 Euros. MARY COHR CATIO LIFT Spectacular Lifting for your Skin Rejuvenate your facial muscles through muscle stimulation. Unlike most lifting treatments that only target the skin’s structure, CatioLift works deep down by stimulating the facial muscles which recover their tone, beautifully firming the skin. The features appear spectacularly “lifted” and the facial contour is reshaped. The face is lifted, wrinkles and fine lines are visibly diminished, the neck skin is refined and the complexion appears more youthful. An immediate lifting effect from the first session! As soon as the CatioLift treatment is over, do a mirror test on half of your face. You will see the difference! Recommended as an intensive 3-session treatment, for a visibly more youthful you or incorporate this with the CatioVital for an extra boost. This is available with a full facial for 50.00 Euros or as a 30-minute express treatment for 36.00 Euros.

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KEY BEAUTY

By Giselle Beck-Davies

International Fashion & Photographic Make-Up… A Qualification to be Proud Of!! Marbella Beauty Academy is producing some amazing Make-up Artists with the help of Tutors Liza Mayne & Faye Kilcourse. Creativity is in us all, it just takes the right Tutors to bring it out. The world is such a visual place, these days, Magazines, Videos, Fashion Shows, TV, Theatre - all want the best look possible. Photographs at memorable occasions, demonstrating a company’s new products, all require an expert to obtain the right look. Our students obtain a wealth of experience and knowledge at MBA which include producing a work Portfolio, covering Bridal, Day, Evening, High Fashion, Commercial, Catwalk, Period, Black & White and Fantasy looks. Hairdressing, Airbrush Make-up and Special Effects are included in the course. Students have fun making their Mood boards and face charts, which together with a description of the inspiration for the look and step by step procedure are collected together for the final assessment. Future celebrity make-up artists at MBA Amy Ronning and Georgia Easter learning application of Lashes

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Stephanie McDonnell and Amy practicing smokey eyes

Zoe Cray’s Fantasy creation on assessment day!!

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KEY FEATURE Making Networking Fun When did you last network and have fun at the same time? Networking doesn’t need to be a chore (even for the introvert). Whilst networking was previously a function of business, the creation of social media has meant it has become normal to make virtual friends and contacts via the web. Social media became just that… social whichever media you use to connect and share. You may never use your new friend’s services, however the friendship you make in the online world, (and, if you are fortunate, in “real” life too) may determine whether you recommend, or refer your new friend’s business to someone who needs their product or services. Going along to networking events not only increases your circle of friends, but also of influence. Moving through a process; ‘know me, like me, follow me’, can take time and commitment. Nonetheless, people buy people (they always have and always will do) so it’s important to create those connections with other businesses, make friends, be social and as a consequence share your experience and expertise. Would you head to a networking event to buy a car, or property? Probably not; however, it wouldn’t deter you from connecting with the person behind the Car Salesperson or Real Estate Agent. As an expat, the online world through Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin and Google+ make it so much easier to join and connect with local communities for the area you live in, bars, gyms and shops you visit, the Town Hall and more. Costa Women was created at the

By Ali Meehan, Costa Women end of 2010 as a community for Women to do just that – connect and share, whether you are a newcomer, or one of our wonderful veterans of expat life in Spain. Rather like an online water cooler, Women can congregate around their laptops and iPads etc. to find out more about life in Spain, ask those important questions, tell their stories, explore new connections and share their businesses, charities and hobbies. Costa Women also offer offline meet ups too via business networking events in three locations on the Costa del Sol (Marbella, Mijas Costa and East of Malaga) as well as very social meet ups in Fuengirola (morning and evening), Calahonda, Marbella and soon to be added Gibraltar. Most of the events are free to attend as is membership to the website. I hope to network with you soon wherever you find us! Ali Meehan is Founder of Costa Women who were voted Best of British Social Club for 2012 by The Telegraph. Register to join Costa Woman at http://costawomen.ning.com/ Follow on facebook/costawomen Twitter: @costawomen Linkedin: Costa Women Entrepreneurs Pinterest/costawomen Google+ gplus.to/costawomen

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KEY HEALTH “Get Results”

By Anne Stark

Only treatments that are tried and tested will be on the list that I offer to my clients. NEW – Shrinking Violet Body Inch Loss Wrap This is a revolutionary method to remove unwanted fat by Lipolysis. Obviously fat reduction varies depending on your build. Lipolysis offers pain-free slimming and breaks down fat inside the actual cells where triglycerides are changed to free fatty acid so that they can be excreted in tissue fluid and further transported to the lymph vessels. Shrinking Violet is an excellent jump-start to a new, slimmer YOU. I would recommend The Shrinking Violet Body Wrap treatment followed two days later by a Genie Slimming & Cellulite or Lymphatic Treatment as one of my “Get Results” treatments. Treatments can be taken as a weekly treatment, i.e. 1 violet wrap and 3 Genie slimming treatments or to kick start your special diet – or just to detox, which all of us should do regularly. For that special occasion, this wrap will leave your skin unbelievably soft, luminous as if you had turned the clock back. You will notice the maximum effect after 24 hours. If you combine it with Genie – WOW!!! This product can only be applied by professional, qualified beauticians and cannot be applied at home. It covers the whole body but part treatments such as arms, legs or stomach can be done separately. MyScara Eyelash Colour Myscara semi-permanent eyelash colour is perfect for the summer. Just 24 hours after application you will be able to swim and enjoy summer activities without any worries. One application last approximately 3 weeks. Genie Non-surgical Face Lift Treatment This is also known as the 10-minute miracle and is more popular than ever with women and men alike. See excellent results after just one treatment. I guarantee this inexpensive treatment will give you unbelievable results. Regular Key to Mijas Costa readers will know that a year ago Inez got married. After just 10 treatments she looked like her younger sister! Now she is at it again. She combines it with her Herbal Life lifestyle (not obligatory). The results are amazing. Your muscles have a memory and much as when you exercise your body, they will respond even after the first treatment. We all have a special occasion and want to look our best, be it for a photograph or maybe for your daughter’s wedding when you will have to see your ex again! The marriage between Genie Take 10 and Faith Miracle Face Lift Mask gives you dramatic results. You will love this combination which lifts, tones and firms, leaving the skin looking youthful and radiant. You can also have a Faith Lift Mask facial or combine it with all my “Get Results” facials. If you are after no-nonsense tried and tested treatments with results for both face and body with the best value for money, you know who to call. See you soon. Anne Stark Appointments can now also be made by email – annestark50@gmail.com or call or message me on 652 292 899. KMG - FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING NEEDS - TEL 666 666 998 - 952 934 805

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KEY HEALTH The Chill Zone Are you sometimes drawn to another person from the first moment you meet them? I am not talking about on a physical level, but you know you are going to gel from the first encounter, before even knowing anything about them. That was what happened when I met Gail Nelson Snell of The Chill Zone. It was at a Costa Women Business breakfast recently in La Cala and we both knew instantly that we had something to offer each other. Gail is a Metaphysical Practioner, a Self Development Facilitator and a Fully Qualified, Licensed and Insured Metaphysician. Gail practices in all aspects of counselling and life coaching and specialises in Domestic Violence. I think the best overview to help you get to know Gail better is to reproduce here the section about her from her website www.the-chill-zone.com as it says it all, including the exceptionally reasonable prices: “About Gail Gail invites you to see life from a new and different perspective, using a practical, spiritual and psychological approach. With this in mind, she offers Metaphysical Counselling, Life Coaching, Spiritual Counselling and courses in Awareness, Meditation, Reiki and Energy Healing. She offers her experience to change your life, if you are ready to take that journey. Time for Change Gail has had a varied working life and faced many challenges. She has been homeless and a one parent family bringing up three sons. She discovered Metaphysics 20 years ago and that taught her that all in life is inter-connected. She worked with a practitioner to change every area of her life. After all the tribulations she went through, a vision began to emerge of helping others find their right journey and The Chill Zone is the manifestation of that vision”.

What is The Chill Zone? Again, I am going to reproduce from The Chill Zone website as I couldn’t describe it any better: “The Chill Zone is located in the Costa del Sol, in beautiful hillside surroundings between the two picturesque white villages of Alhaurin El Grande and Coin - you can’t afford not to visit! Just 40 minutes from Malaga and 30 minutes from Marbella, this luxury villa is set within a tranquil urbanisation opposite the Sierra de la Nieves mountains. The villa has been specifically built to accommodate guests from around the world and its owners, Gail and Michael, wish to offer their visitors peace, harmony and tranquility during their stay whether you’re staying bed and breakfast in the apartment or on one of the workshops available. The chill zone is perfect for couples, small groups of friends and mothers and daughters to spend a relaxing few days together. Its boutique style luxury accommodation is available on a bed & breakfast or holiday apartment rental basis and also for workshops. In order to ensure that guests have an opportunity for complete rest and relaxation, The Chill Zone at Villa La Paz is available to adults only”. Gail is in the process of writing three separate books about her life and I can’t wait to serialise them here in Key to Mijas Costa magazine. Please visit the website for much more information. I am sure that I am going to hear about The Chill Zone from many of our readers. Enjoy! After Gail and I finished our business, we got to chat about this and that and it transpires that although we have gone very different routes during our lives, we were both born at the same hospital and now we meet here many years later on the Costa del Sol!

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KEY HEALTH Dental Implants

By Chris Weir, Sonrisa

Implant is the buzz word in Dentistry at the moment, everybody is talking about implants, many people want implants, but few actually know what one is. Basically, an implant is an artificial root made of titanium, which is screwed into the jawbone to facilitate the replacement of a lost tooth. To place an implant, the dentist drills into the jawbone, then screws the titanium implant into the bone, then leaves the implant for a few months to allow the bone to grow round it, then later he can fix a crown tooth to the titanium implant. You can fix crowns, bridges and dentures with implants; the implant provides an anchor for the prosthesis (crown, bridge, or denture). You must have healthy gums and bone for an implant to be successful, and some dentists will not place implants if you are a smoker, or have poor health. Implants protect the other teeth because they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t put any strain on the adjacent teeth, and can be used to replace more than one missing tooth. They require little maintenance and can last a lifetime. Also you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to do any preparation to the adjacent teeth. They have a 95% success rate, but it involves surgery and there may be complications such as infections in the bone, damage to blood vessels and sometimes nerve damage. Before you place the implant, the patient must have a thorough examination, radiographs and scans to ensure the patient is suitable for the successful placing of an implant.

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What are the other options? A bridge would be the best alternative, but this requires using the adjacent teeth to fix the bridge. If the adjacent teeth are filled this is not a problem, but if they are healthy, virgin teeth, you would have to consider the merits of preparing them to accept a crown, as opposed to doing an implant. Bridges have an average life span of 10 to 20 years. The advantages of a bridge are: 1. No surgical procedure is required 2. Can be completed within 2/3 weeks (an implant may take 6 months to complete) 3. They cost less than an implant 4. When you make a 3 or multiple-unit bridge, you get 3 or more nice new teeth as opposed to one implant tooth. The other alternative would be a removable partial denture. The other 2 options are fixed permanently, but the denture is removable and has to cover a large area of the oral tissues for support. Whilst this is the least desirable option, there still is a place for dentures in dentistry and many people have worn dentures successfully for many years. At the end of the day your choice may come down to cost, in which case the implant is the costliest, and the denture the cheapest, with the bridge between the two, or you may not be prepared to wait for up to 6 months for the replacement tooth/teeth; that is the choice you will have to make.

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KEY HEALTH One Lucky Slimmer Will Win a Holiday! Cambridge 800 Convention is fast approaching and with more entrants into the Slimmer of the Year competition than in previous years, it is going to be harder than ever to choose our Slimmer of the Year for 2014. Watch out for the next issue of Key to Mijas Costa for our Slimmers’ moving stories and their journeys. All of our Slimmers have achieved fantastic results and many have changed their lives completely… watch this space! All our Slimmers have been supported, encouraged and motivated throughout their weight loss journey by their personal Cambridge 800 Consultant who has helped them to lose weight and guide them on the right foods after dieting to ensure they don’t have weight rebound. The easy bit is to lose weight, but the most challenging part of any weight loss programme is to keep it off. This is where the direction and knowledge of the Consultant is key to the Slimmer. All Cambridge 800 Slimmers have made great strides in improving their health and regaining their confidence.

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By Sarah Hawes, Cambridge 800

However, one lucky winner, our Slimmer of the Year 2014, will win a holiday. They will be joined on their holiday by their Cambridge 800 Consultant and other winners to celebrate their success. The ultimate reward! If you have tried all the diets, only to put more weight on than when you started, make this year your year! Don’t just dream about losing weight for summer, believe in yourself and you will achieve not just the weight you want to lose, but a healthy relationship with food. You have nothing to lose but the kilos you don’t want or need. Regain the new you with Cambridge 800. To find your local Cambridge 800 Consultant contact: 952 586 324 or 952 475 954 Email: admin@cambridge800.es www.cambridge800.es Facebook: Cambridge 800 Spain Photo above is of last year’s finalists for the Slimmer of the Year with Clive Norton, Commercial Director (left) and Mike Swinburne (right).

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KEY HEALTH 10 Health Screenings All Women Should Consider

Provided by Medilink

A Women’s health depends on a lot of factors. Every woman should make time for healthy habits, regular exercise, stress management, choosing the right foods as well as scheduling routine health screenings so potential problems can be identified early. In fact, health screenings can make keeping tabs on your health simple. So what screenings should you, be considering? 1. Blood pressure screening - Starting at age 18, every woman needs to have her blood pressure checked at least every two years. This health screening involves wrapping a cuff around the arm and pumping it up tightly. Ideal blood pressure for women is less than 120/80 mmHg (millimetres of mercury). 2. Cholesterol check - Women should have their cholesterol checked at least every five years starting at about age 20. This screening is important for decreasing the risk of heart disease; the test only involves drawing a blood sample. This can be done as a quick cholesterol screening, involving nothing but a finger-prick. If you get a high reading on this screening test, you should be referred to your healthcare practitioner for more complete testing. The ideal level is below 200 mg/dL (milligrams per decilitre) for total cholesterol. 3. Cervical smears and pelvic exams - Recommended to commence when a women becomes sexually active, they need to have a pelvic exam and cervical smear every year to check for any abnormalities in the reproductive system. To take the cervical smear, a speculum is placed inside the vagina to widen the vaginal canal, and your healthcare practitioner uses a small spatula to take cells from the cervix to detect any cell changes that can lead to cervical cancer. The cervical smear test is often combined with the CA125 blood test to check for Ovarian Cancer which is often referred to as the silent killer as the symptoms are often misdiagnosed. 4. Mammograms and breast exams - Starting around age 20, women should have a physical breast examination at least every three years until age 40, when this should be done annually, according to most experts. The screening process should include a physical examination and health education as well as an ultrasound or/and mammogram. Current European guidelines recommend 2-yearly breast screening for all women aged 40 plus. 5. Bone density screen - Women should start getting screened for osteoporosis with a bone density test at age

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65. Women with risk factors for osteoporosis, such as having a slender frame or a fractured bone, should be screened earlier. For this test, you lie on the table while a scanning machine takes X-ray images of certain bones in your body. Healthy bones show a T-score (the measurement used to describe your bone density) of -1 or higher. The frequency of this health screening varies from woman to woman based on bone density and risk factors. 6. Blood glucose tests - Women should get a blood glucose test every three years starting at age 40 to test for diabetes or pre-diabetes. Before age 45, you may need to have your blood glucose levels tested if you have symptoms of diabetes or several risk factors. 7. Colon cancer screening - Colon cancer screening tests for women generally starts at the age of 50, but is dependent of many factors, such as family history. Screening for Colon cancer can vary from a simple stool sample to a blood test or the more traditional tests are the flexible sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy. 8. Body mass index - A full yearly physical exam includes measurements of your height and weight and a calculation of your body mass index (BMI). You can also calculate your BMI at home using an online BMI calculator which help’s indicate obesity and the risk of serious health conditions like diabetes and heart disease. 9. Skin examination - Women should examine their skin every month starting at age 18, and by the time they’re 20, a healthcare practitioner should conduct the examination during a routine check-up. Women should carefully inspect the skin all over their bodies, looking for any new moles or changes to existing moles to spot the early signs of skin cancer. 10. Dental check-up - Good dental health is important from the moment your first baby tooth sprouts, and all adult women need twice-yearly dental check-ups and cleaning. Regular dental check-ups, which involve examining the teeth and sometimes taking X-rays, can keep teeth healthy and spot early signs of decay or any problems with the mouth or teeth. Clinica Medicare is a Preferred Partner of “medilink” your British Health centre here on the Costa del Sol. For more information on Clinica Medicare or any of our other Preferred Partners call “medilink” on 952 93 38 76.

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KEY CHARITY Positively Pink & Blue Positively Pink & Blue are the Mijas-based charities offering FREE breast and prostate/testicular cancer screening to UK expatriates living on the Costa del Sol. During 2013 over 560 women accessed our FREE breast screening programme with thankfully only a small number of ladies receiving a positive diagnosis. Some of these ladies have already had their treatment and we are pleased to report they are doing well but Positively Pink continues to support those ladies who are still receiving treatment. 2013 saw the introduction of the Positively Blue programme to provide education, awareness and support for prostate and testicular cancer. In its 1st year Positively Blue had an overwhelming response to the 100 free appointments that were on offer, in fact the charity funded a total of 136 appointments for prostate cancer screening and educated them all on testicular cancer and the need to self examine. During the course of 2014 we have set ourselves the challenge of offering 1000 free breast screenings and 200 free Prostate blood tests/testicular cancer screening. The 2014 campaign began back in February and to date we have had a tremendous response but continue to offer appointments for later in the year (call 952 835 776 now to secure your place). For us to continue to be able to offer these FREE services we need your support, as we need to raise the necessary funds to pay for the mammograms, ultrasounds and PSA blood tests. As a charity

we are very proud of the fact that ALL of the monies we raise are used solely for the purpose of funding the professionals to carry out the radiography and blood analysis, all of the charities’ costs are absorbed by the 2 companies behind the charity. .... did you know 50,000 women and 300 men will hear the words “you have breast cancer” every year in the UK alone and this number continues to rise... 1 man dies every hour of Prostate cancer..... “early detection is your best protection” Help us to help you.... Events coming up... 21st September: 2014 Karting challenge at Funny Beach... take the opportunity to get your company or a group of friends involved in this fun packed day raising money for these fabulous charities. A team of 3 drivers is needed and 250.00 Euros of sponsorship to enter. For more information call 952 835 776. 9th October: The Pink & Blue Ball at the El Oceano Hotel & Spa. The most talked about charity event of the year, the highlight of the social calendar here on the Coast. This year’s event promises to be a night to remember with a star-studded line up of entertainment, mouth-watering menu and the charity auction with absolutely fabulous prices. For more information, to donate a gift to the auction, a raffle prize or to book a table call the El Oceano Hotel on 952 587 637.

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KEY HEALTH Thermal Auricular Therapy Now that the weather is improving and it feels like summer is here, our thoughts turn to the sandy beaches and our swimming pools. The summer months can bring lots of problems for people with sensitive ears either through flying or just enjoying themselves by the water. Thermal Auricular therapy is a natural, non-invasive way of treating the ears. Hopi Ear Candles (often shortened to Ear Candles) are hollow tubes traditionally made from organically-grown flax, extracts of honey, beeswax and herbs. These candles provide a non-invasive treatment of the ears which are used in a variety of conditions in a practice often know as Thermal Auricular Therapy. The use of ear candles is thought to be thousands of years old and was seen in Egypt, Greece and Rome, although it is the Native American Hopi Indian tribe that had the most recent influence on modern Europe and helped to term the phrase â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;hopi ear candleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. The treatment is very relaxing. The clients need only concern themselves with lying fairly still in a comfortable position whilst the hopi candle is gently inserted in their ear.

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By Patricia Kaines When lit, the candles have a slight sucking action, often referred to as the chimney principle, drawing out impurities to the surface where they can be gently removed. Some of the wax can be found in the lower section of the candle after removal from the ear, or some could even work its way up to the surface 24-48 hours later. The rising air inside the ear sets up a vibration which gently massages the eardrum. This can help to regulate the pressures involved inside the ear. The flow of air within the candle creates a circulation of concentrated vapour. This is both soothing and calming and protects the irritated areas. The session is not complete until I have given the client a facial massage using the Manual Lymphatic Drainage routine. This helps with further drainage both of the ears and sinuses and increases relaxation. So why not give me a call and book a session and discover for yourselves this wonderful and gentle treatment. Appointments can be made either by calling me directly on 666 170 868 or through Clinica Medicare in La Cala de Mijas 952 835 776.

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KEY HEALTH The Natural Pink Pill has arrived Let’s talk about sex There are moments in life when women may feel a lack of desire, pleasure or comfort. Our sexual life can become unfulfilling for various reasons. Modern living can place huge pressure on women. Stressful jobs, hectic social lives, health problems and raising a family are just a few common factors that can prevent us from having the sex life we want. In fact, there are so many aspects of our life that may influence our sexual wellness that it is not a surprise to see an increasing number of women looking for a little help. Lady Prelox ® is here to help women feel sexier. It has been clinically tested on more than 200 women. Lady Prelox ® is a dietary supplement which contains a patented formula, and is the result of years of scientific research. Lady Prelox ® helps with sexual comfort and pleasure. Enjoy a fulfilling sex life and pleasurable sexual experiences. Discover how happy you feel about your sex life and test your libido by visiting ladyprelox.co.uk. World Exclusive! Lady Prelox ® is the first product in the world to offer sciencebased, natural support, specifically for women. This patented preparation, for daily use, contains key natural ingredients that work together to enhance pleasure, desire and comfort. “After years working with other products on the market, I am thankful that something natural and scientifically based is now available to women. It’s great when my clients walk through the door with more vitality and a cheeky grin on their face, Lady Prelox ® has definitely played a part in this!” Emma Ziff is a specialist in all aspects of sexual and intimacy issues and a member of the Royal Society of Medicine. The science of pleasure Research shows female sexual function can be more complex than that of men. Desire plays a much larger role for women in comparison to men. However, a woman’s sexual organs work similarly to men, depending on blood flow and lubrication to provide pleasure before and after intercourse. Blind placebo-controlled studies found that women taking Lady Prelox ® experienced a greater desire to feel intimate with their partner, which is a crucial element to female sexual satisfaction. The established medical tool for evaluating female sexual health is the Female Sexual Function Index (FSF1) which covers 19 key areas and devotes an extensive section to female arousal. Three key studies have shown that Lady Prelox ® boosts libido and increases arousal in women. Arousal is improved as a result of Pycnogenol ® working in connection with natural amino acid LCitrulline which encourages blood flow to the reproductive organs as well as the brain. In addition to this Pycnogenol ®, when taken with natural lipophilic nuero-protective antioxidants from rosehips which are another key ingredient used in Lady Prelox ®, may help the sensual needs of women to achieve a fully satisfactory sex life. How to take Lady Prelox ® Simply take 2 tablets every day, preferably with a meal. See the pack for more information. Suitable for vegans. Natural Ingredients Lady Prelox ® contains premium plant-based ingredients backed by scientific research to ensure the safety and efficacy of its formula. Pycnogenol ® (pic-noj-en-all) is a botanical extract from the bark

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of the French maritime pine tree and is known for its potent antioxidant properties. It is supported by 40 years of research, including 300 scientific publications, 100 clinical trials and 7,000 study participants. Pycnogenol ® is proven to expand and supports healthy blood vessels and proven to support and restore healthy production of nitric oxide which encourages better blood flow. Research into Pycnogenol for women’s mood and blood flow was the stimulus behind the development of Lady Prelox ®. Rosvita ® is a branded, patented rose hip extract that originates from the blossoms/fruit of the wild rose plant. It is a potent antioxidant, and contains vitamin C, which contributes to the normal psychological function and reduction of tiredness and fatigue. L-Arginine is an amino acid that plays an important role in nitric oxide mechanisms in the body. It is an essential precursor for the generation of nitric oxide, a messenger molecule which plays a key role for regulation of blood circulation. Nitric oxide is crucial for the regulation of blood flow to the genital area and plays a critical role in sex drive and sexual satisfaction. L-citrulline is a naturally occurring amino acid. As a precursor of L-Arginine, it has been shown to help open up veins and arteries to improve blood flow and reduce blood pressure. Our bodies change L-Citrulline into another amino acid called L-Arginine (mentioned above) and also to nitric oxide.

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KEY HEALTH Passion Studio/Raquetas de Mijas On Friday 30th May the new Raquetas de Mijas Family Health & Sports Centre was inaugurated by the Mayor of Mijas, Angel Nozal. It was a fun-filled night with many demonstrations of some of the activities that will be available at

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the centre. Passion Studios has now moved most of their classes to Raquetas (except Aqua Fun & Nordic Walking). Please see Facebook for timetable. We will let the photos do the talking and look forward to seeing you there!

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KEY ASTROLOGY Astrology 4 You! Do you ever think - what on earth did we do before Television and the Internet came on the scene? It seems like today’s technology has been around for ever but in our distant past - well a good few thousand years ago to be more precise - people actually sat around and observed things; like the night sky! They saw the stars and the same constellations in the sky every night until one night they noticed a star had moved! It’s hard to imagine what they must have thought but it certainly meant something strange ‘out there’ was happening! As they continued to observe the night sky, they saw there were 5 wandering stars, the ones we now know as Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Saturn plus the Sun and Moon, all visible with the naked eye. It’s easy for us to recognise these planets (we can even check them out on our smart devices now!) but for the ancient world this was an amazing scientific breakthrough and from that moment on, those distant ancestors of ours never took their eyes off the seven wandering stars! Remember, this was their evening entertainment! Like a kind of game show they kept tabs and tracked the planets’ positions by marking off 12 sections of the sky designated by the constellations. Every time something happened, including a baby’s birth, they noted the positions of the seven planets and as these babies grew up, perhaps one became wealthy, one was quiet and timid, another was a daydreamer and so on. In each case the birth planets were noted, information was passed down and observations continued as the population grew in size. Over time, this was fine-tuned and based on exact mathematical calculations, but one thing they recognised even then, that it wasn’t just one planet’s position which denoted something about an individual’s character or personality, it was the configuration of all seven visible planets that really said something about the person. And something else… because the planets are always moving and making different angles to each other, no two people on earth have exactly

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By Janet Powell

the same planetary configuration, not even twins! Thousands of years later, astrology is still the most powerful tool for uncovering our psychological makeup. Some will put it down to superstition because they find it hard to believe the physical, material world can tell us anything about what goes on in a human mind, yet they believe the material world can show us when it’s about to rain, when the oceans’ tides will ebb and flow pulled by the Moon’s gravity, or a tropical storm will grow into a hurricane! So, is it too much to imagine that humans could be affected by the ebb and flow of the universe? What do you think? Last month I presented an Astrology Seminar for Beginners, basically to explain in an easy to understand way what astrology is, where it came from and more importantly how we can begin to use it in our own lives. The afternoon started with a brief outline of how and when astrology came about, followed by an introduction to the basics, and hand-out sheets with the meanings of the planets, signs and houses using a simple system of keywords. There were lots of questions and answers too and below are just a few of the comments I received after the presentation: ‘Very well presented, so interesting and easy to understand’; ‘You have whet my appetite to find out more, many thanks’; ‘You made it simple to understand’, ‘Very informative and interesting’, ‘A very professional presentation’. If you would like to know more about Astrology and have it explained in simple terms, then come along to the next Seminar in Central Fuengirola (just a few minutes walk from the bus/train station) on Wednesday 2nd July 2pm4.30pm. The cost is 10 Euros, payable in advance and includes a light refreshment. To reserve your place call or email Janet, details below: Telephone: 0034 625 987 575 Email: astrology4everyone@yahoo.co.uk I look forward to seeing you soon… hasta luego!

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KEY FEATURE Dario Meets the Rising Star Veronica Malka A few weeks ago I had the pleasure to be invited to lunch in Marbella at the MBI (Marbella Business Institute) and met several old friends who I had not seen for some time and also meeting new interesting people. At the table, I found myself facing a strongly built, charismatic Russian man and by his side a charming and attractive lady who introduced herself to me as Masha Malka, who also hailed from Russia and I soon discovered that Masha was the successful international best-selling author of “The One Minute Coach” -www.mashamalka.com. We soon struck up a friendly, humorous relationship and after they heard I was involved in composing music, Masha asked me to listen to a song (via headphones connected to a phone) recently recorded by her daughter, Veronica Malka. Considering we were in a busy restaurant with a lot of noise around, I recognised that this girl’s voice was a little special. We agreed to meet at a later date and I duly met Masha and her daughter, Veronica. The girl, who appeared to be about 17 years of age, was in fact 15, but had the talent and vocal maturity of a much older and experienced singer and was also a trained dancer. Masha explained to me that Veronica has been performing since the age of 8, singing, dancing, acting and modelling. She has performed on radio and TV interviews and sang live on the air many times. She also performs at charity events, big stage productions, as well as her own concerts and opening acts. Veronica was born in Marbella, Spain in 1999. She has both UK and USA nationalities. She speaks English, Spanish, and Russian and sings in Hebrew as well. One of her grandfathers is from Morocco and the other one is from Uzbekistan. Her grandmothers are from England and from Ukraine. Her mother is Russian/American and her father is British/Israeli.

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In 2012 Veronica has become a laureate of the Moscow Meets Friends International Talent Festival produced by the famous violinist and conductor, Vladimir Spivakov, and travelled to Moscow in June to represent Spain. Also that year she became a finalist of the Reality Star international singing contest in Marbella, winning a 3rd place. In the following year of the Reality Star competition Veronica won a prize for the best original song that she sang at the finals. In January, 2013 Veronica was the only singer from Marbella to sing at the first Marbella Russian Movie Festival on the same stage with big Russian pop stars. In August, 2013 she was the youngest performer to sing at the annual Starlite Festival in Marbella (the same festival where Julio Iglesias, Tom Jones, Jamie Cullum, Enrique Iglesias, and other big stars perform each summer). She was also the only child who was invited to sing at the largest charity event of the year in Marbella - The Children for Peace. In 2014 Veronica signed a contract with the GME (General Music Entertainment) company - a global recording music company, to release her single “I Can’t Stop Falling”. Veronica attends Sotogrande International School which is considered to be one of the best international schools in Europe and is very strong in Performing Arts. Veronica’s full name is Veronica Rachel Rebecca Malka and her stage name is Verity Malka, and she is a rising star already making big news internationally! On the Youtube video mentioned below, Veronica sings her winning song “Hallelujah” at the Costa Cruises talent competition (April 2013). http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIFgJxXB3oo For more information please email masha@mashamalka.com.

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KEY FEATURE The Over 50s Show is returning to Estepona this November

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The Over 50s Show, the popular, admission-free lifestyle event for the Coast’s older people, is returning to Estepona in November. Said organiser John Low: ‘The show has been brilliantly supported by businesses and bodies right across the Coast, as well as huge numbers of ex-pats and indigenous residents, since 2006. ‘With the clear signs of economic recovery in the past nine months, numerous companies have asked us to mount the show again this November. The response has been both gratifying and astonishing, and at this early stage almost half of the stands have been booked!’ Low said that, as in the past, visitors could expect ‘an entertaining, educational and informative experience’, and ‘we won’t change a winning formula’ All the free attractions which have contributed to the success of The Over 50s Show, and made it one of the ‘must attend’ events in the Coast’s events calendar, will again be in the mix, including cooking demonstrations, wine tasting, computer and Internet tuition, dancing demonstrations and lessons, pottery demonstrations, fashions and make-overs, golf lessons from PGA professionals, indoor bowls tuition, pets advice, consumer and legal advice, finance advice, guidance on cosmetic procedures and health checks and more. Free antique valuations from Eric Knowles And for antique buffs the good news is that Eric Knowles, known to millions for his appearances on The Antiques Roadshow, will appear at the show again, offering free valuations. This has proved to be one of the most successful features of the show. Added John Low: ‘We are delighted that, despite his extremely busy schedule, including his Antique Roadshow commitments, as well as fronting a new TV show of his own, we have managed to get Eric to take part’. Commented Eric: ‘I appear at many events around Britain and abroad, but The Over 50s Show in Estepona is certainly one of the busiest I have ever attended and over the years it has produced some great finds, including a very valuable nineteenth century painting’. The Over 50s Show is described by the organisers as ‘the ultimate lifestyle event for the Coast seniors’. They also add that the event offers the over-50s ‘a one-stop shop’ to get information on their physical and financial health as well as enjoy many of their interests and hobbies, not to mention an excellent opportunity to meet up with their peers from all

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over the Coast and beyond. Health and well being will be a key element of the event based on the well-proven premise that exercise, sensible diet, and regular, routine monitoring slows down the age process. Visitors can avail of blood pressure and blood glucose tests; spine monitoring and bone density screening will also be available, backed by information on treating arthritic joints and knee pain. And there will also be the opportunity of joining in yoga and aerobic classes. And the organisers emphasise that the event is not just for the ‘over 50s’. As they say, ‘everybody is welcome and many of the attractions are not age-specific’. Art exhibition at The Over 50s Show The Andalusian International Artists art group will be displaying their new works at the show. The AIA Art Group was formed ten years ago by professional and dedicated visual artists from around Europe who are all living and working in Andalucía. The artists comprise Diana Worthy, Richard Wood, Gordon Haslett (UK); Roger Cummiskey, Dolores Cummiskey, Philip Magee (Ireland); Mette Madsen (Denmark); Eleazar Galea (Malta); Arcadio Cabrera, Roger Rodriguez (Cuba); Enrique Linaza and Juan Cruz Plaza (Spain). For more information on the group contact the president 952 592 652. The Over 50s Show will take place at the Palacio de Congressos y Exposiciones, Estepona, on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th November, from 11am until 6pm on both days. For further information on The Over 50s Show contact the organisers at 902 003 896. (Wait for a slight delay on the line). Or email: info@slp.ie CAPTIONS:Eric Knowles, known to millions for his appearances on the BBC’s Antiques Roadshow will be giving free valuations. Totem Studios will be giving pottery demonstrations and will be offering information on how to join their classes. - Free blood pressure testing will be available - The popular yoga demonstrations and classes will again feature - International bridge player Paul Agius will be hosting bridge classes - The Jive Spain team who will be giving modern dance demonstrations and lessons - Once again there will be a series of cookery demonstrations from some of the Coast’s top chefs - here will be opportunities for beauty make-overs - The event is always well-attended

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KEY FEATURE New Beginnings - Detox Your Mind Life Coaching with Joy Fahey

By Joy Fahey

In this issue of the magazine I thought you might like to know a bit more about what Joy Fahey, the lady behind our “Dear Joy” features does on a day to day basis. Finding Solutions, Changing Lives’ We are all becoming aware of the importance of detoxing our bodies, but what about the importance of detoxing our minds? Negative thoughts, poor self-esteem, stress, frustration and even pain, are just as toxic as substances that can send your body into overdrive. Detox Your Mind Coaching teaches you how to let go of negative beliefs and boost your self-confidence, relieve stress and take control with powerful techniques, which combine relaxation, meditation and creative visualization. Coaching gives you the tools to shift your thoughts away from the negative, limiting beliefs that stop you realising your true potential and allows you to get in touch with your ‘True Self’ –The part of you that is creative, energetic, successful and loving. ‘The Goal’ is to attain the balance between our mind, our body and our spirit, your work, relationships and your life. Detox Your Mind Coaching sets you on the path to reach that goal. You will learn how to have clarity and focus to

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lead a happy, fulfilling and empowered life on every level of your being. Dust off the cobwebs, let go of all your negative baggage and ‘Detox Your Mind’ – it will do you the power of good. How I work I have a simple system for clients who want to design their life to live in a more balanced, happy and fulfilling way. I use a 4-step simple coaching process with my clients. First - I help you identify what a balanced, happy and fulfilled life would look like for you. In order to attract something new into your life you must first be clear about what you want. I have some powerful exercises that will help you gain a real clarity to paint a very specific picture of your ideal life. Next we identify at least 3 easy ways that you can experience more balance and fulfilment right now. This is often a lot more simple than you might think. Building on that momentum I support you in building your ideal life plan. This includes an action plan which covers 2 primary areas. 1st - eliminating the things that drain your energy and no longer serve you, 2nd is creating new habits and ways of being that will energise you and make you feel great. Finally I help to keep you focused, motivated and accountable as you are implementing that plan. Change isn’t always easy and we naturally resist change and setbacks can occur. Limiting beliefs often come up when we’re trying to do something big in our life, so through our work together I’m going to help you overcome these challenges that may arise, enabling you to really move forward quickly towards living a more happy, balanced and fulfilled life. Sessions are either face to face, on the phone or Skype. For a Complimentary Coaching Consultation email joy@ joyfahey.com or call +34 669 050 254. For more information and where you can download my free ebook ‘Your Power Your Life’ go to www.joyfahey.com.

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KEY FEATURE Making Scents

By Sue Cross

Later Heather served a delicious main course of chicken in a creamy mushroom sauce. It was cooked to perfection, as was the strawberry pavlova that followed. “What do you do for a living?” Kristin asked Piers as she savoured the last of the meringue that was crispy on the outside and slightly chewy inside. “I’m a cosmetic chemist,” he replied with a nonchalant air. Kristin gulped. She had the feeling that another door was about to open and glanced over at Harry who had not heard, as he was in a deep conversation with Heather. Pouring herself a glass of water, Kristin let this piece of news sink in. “Who do you work for?” she asked Piers. “Actually, I’m freelance but I’ve worked for lots of major companies.” He rattled off a few names. “Really? That’s very interesting. Did you know that I have a beauty salon in the town? It’s called The Works.” “No, I didn’t. What products do you use?” Kristin told him, all the while trying to keep her cool. “I wonder. Do you have time to formulate a small range for me?” she enquired, believing the proverb about the early bird. “I don’t see why not. Are you free on Monday? Why don’t I call round so that we can discuss things further?” His red bushy eyebrows shot up as he pulled a pipe from his jacket pocket. “Mind if I smoke this, Heather?” “That’s fine. Let’s go into the sitting room. Now, who wants coffee?” Everyone ambled into the sitting room, where Kristin ended up on the sofa next to Jonathan who tried flirting with her, to no avail. She was too preoccupied to notice. Kristin could hardly contain her excitement and couldn’t wait to tell Harry her news. Several months previously, she had made a list of the products that she wanted, together with the essential oils that each item would contain, and she was excited about telling Piers about them. “Thank you for a lovely evening.” Kristin kissed Heather on the cheek and avoided Jonathan’s lunge at her. In the background, a clock struck eleven, but the other guests did not show any sign of leaving. “Yes, thanks. The food was great.” Harry smiled at their hostess.

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“Glad you enjoyed it.” Heather looked flushed after all the hard work and a few glasses of wine. On their way home, Kristin told Harry her news. “He’s coming round on Monday evening so that we can discuss things further.” “Well, it looks like a fait accompli already.” Harry did not sound overjoyed but added, “You know I’ll support you in this if it makes you happy. But, take it slowly. Okay?” “Of course. I’ll weigh it all up very carefully before making any decisions. And I won’t commit to anything without taking your advice.” Harry sighed. Monday flew by as Kristin had a full day of appointments. She longed to tell someone about meeting Piers and her business proposal, but held back. At six o’clock, she climbed the stairs. There was no smell of cooking because they had decided to make things easy and have a salad. Nina and Ricki were given strict instructions not to interrupt the important business meeting. “Get rid of these toys and books.” She found herself snapping at the children. “Sorry, look this is an important meeting and I want the sitting room to look tidy, that’s all.” She hoped that she had not imagined a look of resentment masking Nina’s face. Kristin hurried upstairs, deciding there was no time to take a shower. She changed into a pale grey suit, slipped on a pair of black high-heeled shoes, brushed her hair and applied a fresh coat of pink lipstick, together with a generous dab of Je Reviens perfume. Glancing in the mirror, she wondered if she looked the part, as she tried to imagine herself at a trade show promoting the new range of skincare with ease. She worried whether Harry would feel the same, as she knew that selling products would be as alien to him as taking a parachute jump from a great height. The shrill scream of the doorbell made her jump. “Harry, can you answer the door, please?” she called downstairs. MAKING SCENTS by Sue Cross is available as a paperback or ebook on Amazon. Check out Sue’s website www.suecross.com or scan the QR code above.

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KEY SPORTS Alan Ball – Playing Extra Time Alan Ball was rejected by clubs early on in his career because he was too small. At Blackpool he used to clean Stanley Matthew’s boots and was never tipped by him at Christmas. Apparently Matthews was one of the tightest men you would ever meet, although Ball describes him as a ‘wonderful man’. Ball made his debut at Anfield in the 62-63 season in front of 57,000 people and on winning his first England cap in 1965: ‘Lottery, football pools, winning horse races… nothing could ever compare with winning their first blue velvet cap with three lions and the braiding and the golden tassle that went with pulling on the white shirt. Early on in his international career he received tips and advice from George Eastham. England were booed off the field after a 1-0 win over West Germany in February 1966. Alan Ball only played one of the group games in the ’66 World Cup Finals, the dull opening 0-0 draw with Uruguay but was back for the quarter final, the 1-0 win over Argentina. In the final, his shadowing of German Karl Heinz Schnellinger, and his running and enterprise is of legend. ‘Attack, attack every time you attack,’ ordered Sir Alf Ramsey. In the 1970 World Cup first round clash with Brazil; ‘there should have been a free kick awarded against Tostao just prior to Brazil’s goal’ opines Ball (he was devilishly close to an equaliser hitting the bar in the final few minutes).

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By Steve Billingham

‘We subsequently took our feet off the pedals,’ was how the quarter final defeat to West Germany was described. After bowing out as a player with Bristol Rovers in 1983 (he had won 72 England caps between 1965 and 1975), Alan Ball tried his hand in management. He made a few shrewd deals and Portsmouth were promoted to Division 1 for the 87/88 season. Barry Horne in for 60 grand and out for 3.4 million was one of the cannier Alan Ball deals. A couple of quotes from the man: ‘Sometimes you should be sparing with your predictions,’ and ‘I’m not a believer in luck…..but I do believe you need it. The chapter about managing Southampton is interesting, the goals of Matt Le Tissier keeping them up and the antics and alleged match fixing of Bruce Grobelaar. At Manchester City, Ball was relegated on goal difference. After hearing about a Southampton goal conceded in the final match, which meant that a draw would be enough to keep Man City up, Ball issued Steve Lomas with instructions to keep hold of the ball at the corner flag to waste time. But the Southampton goal was disallowed and Manchester City’s match with Liverpool finished 2-2. Alan Ball’s wife Lesley died of cancer aged 57 in 2004. Alan died of a heart attack aged 61 while attempting to put out a bonfire in 2007.

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COMPUTERS Fibre!!! Or??? As you will no doubt have noticed, with the different Internet solutions available up until now, practically all suffer from heavy congestion in what we could call “Eastenders time”! Due to the intense use of the Internet that the many installs of IPTV boxes have caused, it is virtually impossible to view anything on any IPTV box in the evenings. Movistar of course claims it is a temporary technical issue, but is it not surprising that this occurs at exactly the same time every evening and becomes worse when events of common interest are shown on the screen? The large majority of wireless Internet companies have suffered with the same. To add to the grief, many of the wireless companies have chosen not to upgrade their system in accordance with the rise of clients as they feel it will be money wasted, due to the immediate arrival of…YES - the fibre connection!!! Finally, it seems to have happened! As I write this article, I am looking at a bunch of hard working installers trying to shove fibre cables through the respective tubes underground outside my office and as such I look forward to receive 100 Mb down and maybe 10 Mb up. Hopefully… I can only speak from my knowledge with the installs in Calahonda, but I think it is fair to assume that the same should apply to Riviera and Miraflores, where I know similar works are being undertaken. A company from the Valencia region has struck a deal with the Calahonda local board, agreeing that this company will roll out a fibre structure in a period of nine months, starting in December last year. Calahonda would put its tubes and manholes at the disposition of the company, and if the conduits were not adequate, this company would put in its own and furthermore another tube, which would be the property of Calahonda for other uses, only not telecommunications. Should it be impossible for the company to cable due to broken infrastructure, the company could opt to substitute these areas with WiMAX wireless. Overall, very promising.

By Hans Jeppe Nielsen, Manager -Wise A few doubts, though. What will happen if the company does not comply within the stipulated timeframe? Will the company get an extension, and if yes, then how long and does this extension need the approval of the community again with the corresponding delay due to the calling of yet another AGM? Is it FTTH? This means FibreToTheHome or in other words, will the fibre reach all the way in to the router in the client’s home? Will the buildings have to commit to a certain amount of clients and over time? What happens in the case of a single user interested in a block of flats? Does the company have an obligation to install to any client interested, should the community undertake part of the install or is it completely up to the provider to decide? Internet traffic has to come from somewhere. It is no use having an enormous local tube for data transfer if you do not put it to use, which you can only do if you in turn buy the traffic from another provider. Is this assured in the contract? An added clause in the contract states that if “fibre cannot be installed it can be replaced by WiMAX”. Who decides when it is possible or not? Every time you replace with WiMAX, you automatically downgrade speed and quality. Other alternatives In Spain, it is obligatory to re-rent lines out to whoever would like to use them at an already pre-established rate. However, the initial installer of a network is probably not too eager to sublet to other companies, which might add value to the line, say for instance IPTV channels, and thus compete. Only other possible way seems to be to roll out another network, equal to the initial provider. This is not going to be easy either, as the use of the alternative tube in case of repair is restrained to nonit- and telco-uses, which then obliges any other provider to redo a new tube, should they want to compete. You will find my ad on this page. Yours sincerely Hans J. Nielsen Manager, WISE, S.L.

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KEY EVENTS Markets Wednesday – Outdoor Market, Fairground La Cala 9.00am to 2.00pm Thursday – Outdoor Market - Centro Valdepino, Calypso 9.00am to 2.00pm Saturday – Fairground La Cala 9.00am to 2.00pm Sunday - Calypso Boot Sale from 9.00am to 2.00pm Hipodromo - Boot Sale from 9.00pm to 12.30pm Eco Markets 1st Saturday of the Month entrance to Elviria Eco Market 10.00 -14.00. Last Sunday of the Month La Cala Boulevard Eco Market from 10.00am Art Exhibitions AIA - A Stroll through Ulysses Original watercolour and oil paintings by Roger Cummiskey and Juan Cruz Plaza. The artists, AIA - Andalusian International Artist members, are from Ireland and Spain. This exhibition features a mixture of Joycean interpretations based on the writings and wanderings of James Joyce. This year is the 10th Anniversary of the formation of the AIA. At Galeria Restaurante Lucia, C/Maestra Ángeles Aspiazú 17, Fuengirola until 31st July. Open daily M-F. 12-21 h. Closed Sat and Sun. www.aia-artgroup.com. Artistas Eclecticos - A Hint of Verana! Enrique Agusti Lafuente and Elaine Carlton have their first joint exhibition at BarBoru. Enrique produces wonderful watercolour images and Elaine works in fabrics. Daily from breakfast until late until 8th July at the new BarBoru Restaurant, CC El Zoco , Sitio de Calahonda. Tel: 952 933 158. Four artists from the group Artistas Eclécticos have a new exhibition at Venta El Jinete. Don Widdall, Lavinia Croft, Wendy Lusk and Enrique Agusti Lafuente’s work produce an interesting and eclectic exhibition. The exhibition can be seen at Venta El Jinete, Carretera La Cala Golf, Km 4.5, La Cala de Mijas until 30th June, every day except Fridays 1222. Tel El Jinete 952 119 170. Elaine Carlton and Don Widdall are having a joint exhibition at La Luna. Don is showing works in pastel and watercolour and Elaine is exhibiting textile and mixed media pictures. The exhibition can be seen until 29th June at La Luna Restaurant, Urb El Coto , Mijas Campo Tuesday – Saturday 19.00 – 22.00 and Sunday 13.00 - 17.00 Tel 952 588 036. More info at www.artistaseclecticos.com.

Margit Björklund “Summer Exhibition in the Colour of Blue” at the Norwegian Church, Avda del Cortijo 3, Calahonda. Open daily 11-15 until 3rd September 3. Margit will show oil paintings using the colour blue in different shades together with other bright or not so bright colours that will let all the colours sing together. Margit is passionate about colours and sees the world as a myriad of patterns and captivating images. She celebrates the beauty of the world around us and tries to convey the feeling of hope. The paintings will have some quirks and twists and small whimsical details, sometimes reinforced with mixed media techniques. Charities La Cala Diabetics Friday 29th August Frank Bowles Memorial Golf Day at MijasGolf. Enquiries to 607 879 450. Events Organised by Mijas Town Hall/Foreign Residents Department Ferias Summer is here so it is Party Time in Mijas Costa! Las Lagunas 25th – 29th June La Cala 23rd to 27th July Lunas de Torreon Every Friday night throughout July & August (except 25th July) by the Tower from 8pm. Enjoy live music and enjoy our food! Blues Festival Mijas Village 4 5 & 6th July. Blues lovers from all over Europe come to enjoy this very popular event featuring Artists from all over the world. The Foreigners Department of the Mijas Town Hall and the Aint Nothin´But… Pub in London will be organising the Eighth International Blues Festival which will take place in the Main Square of Mijas Village. The concerts during the Festival are free of charge. There will bars set up serving international food and drinks. PARKING: Beside the Square where the event takes place - there is a 500-place parking lot which only costs 1 Euro for all day parking (24 hours). FRIDAY 7.30pm – 01.30am SATURDAY 7pm – 2am SUNDAY 7pm – 1am More information: www.mijasbluesfestival.com or email: frd@mijas.es Noche Latina Mijas Village Great night dancing to the Latin beat! Planned for early August – date not available at time of going to print. See www.mijas.es or Facebook nearer the time for more information.

Jane Gomis exhibits her latest watercolour paintings at the Mijas Hotel, Mijas Pueblo until Monday 30th June. Open daily to the public.

More events on pages 35 and 38 and on Key to Mijas Costa Facebook Page.

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KEY MOTOR If you are an avid fan of Moto GP, I am sure you are very disappointed that you will not be able to watch this live through the usual channels this year. However, highlights are broadcast on ITV 4 on Monday nights at 21.00 our time here in Spain, so if you have either access to ITV4HD or the ITV Catch Up service, you can still enjoy the best bits! F1 and Moto GP Fixtures for this issue are as follows:

F1 22nd June AUSTRIA (Speilberg) 6th July UK (Silverstone) 20th July GERMANY (Hockenheim) 27th July HUNGARY (Budapest) Moto GP 28th June NETHERLANDS Assen 13th July GERMANY Sachsenring 10th August USA Indianaplis 17th August CZECH REPUBLIC Brno

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KEY FEATURE Changes to Birth and Death Registrations Overseas

British nationals living in Spain should note that from Monday 9th June, the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) is changing the way that it registers the births and deaths of British citizens overseas. The process will gradually be withdrawn from British Consulates in Spain during the rest of 2014. Thereafter this option for British expatriates will be carried out by a central registration unit in the UK. Consular birth registration is an optional service and is only available to those born overseas who have an automatic entitlement to British Nationality at birth. There is no legal requirement for a consular birth registration, and a local birth certificate with a certified translation if necessary should be sufficient for all purposes in the UK including applying for a passport.

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By The British Embassy, Madrid Similarly there is no requirement for a consular death certificate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a local certificate should be sufficient for winding up the affairs and obtaining probate in the UK. The processing time for registrations will remain the same but applicants will need to allow extra time for documents to be sent to and from the UK. British nationals can find information on www.gov.co.uk on how to apply for a consular birth or death registration. Centralisation of birth and death registration into a singlepurpose unit in the UK will allow the FCO to provide a common online application procedure with a credit card payment facility, which will be more efficient and convenient for customers. Centralisation will also enable FCO consular staff to better focus on their primary function of assisting British nationals in distress.

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By Marcus Yarwood, Computer City

How to Use PC Games to Improve Your Brain Power, Brain Fitness for 50+… You might not think of games as the most cerebral of pastimes, but think again. This article will point you towards some games that are not only fun but – shock, horror – are actually genuinely beneficial to your old grey matter. Here are the best video games to improve your brain. PC games, also known as computer games, are video games played on a general-purpose personal computer rather than a dedicated video game console or arcade machine. Their defining characteristics include a lack of any centralized controlling authority and greater capacity in input, processing, and output. Brain Teasers & Brain Games. Keep your mind sharp with riddles, memory tests and puzzles Brain Teasers and Games that SharpBrains readers have enjoyed the most. It is always good to learn about our brains and to exercise them! Engage your intellect with fun and challenging games that help keep your mind nimble and fit! Increase your reaction time and improve your memory with these great brain building games. Examples of PC tablet brain-games are Patience, Solitaire, Majong & Rummy. Sequel to one of Facebook’s earliest farm simulation games, FarmVille 2 features some of the slickest graphics on our platform. Exciting new content keeps players coming back and contributes to this game’s remarkable performance. Create your own thriving farm in a beautiful 3D world full of crops that bend in the breeze,

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adorable animals that roam around looking for feed, and friends that help your farm come to life. It is time to grow wild! Online game is a video game played over some form of computer network. This network is usually the internet or equivalent technology, but games have always used whatever technology was current: modems before the Internet, and hard wired terminals before modems. The expansion of online gaming has reflected the overall expansion of computer networks from small local networks to the internet and the growth of internet access itself. Online games can range from simple text based environments to games incorporating complex graphics and virtual worlds populated by many players simultaneously. Many online games have associated online communities, making online games a form of social activity beyond single player games. Be a lifelong learner. If your brain isn’t getting sharper, it’s getting duller. You don’t have to do boring memorization exercises all the time to keep your memory in shape. Just keep learning new and challenging things and that will help your brain overall, including your memory. So start playing for your memory, fun and excitement… Computercity can help you set up your computer or give advice in your system qualifications….

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KEY FINANCE Good News from the Eurozone Recently we had some good news coming from various areas across the Eurozone; Ireland led the way with activity in the services sector surging ahead and has now grown for the last 21 months and grew at its fastest rate since 2007. Spain followed Ireland’s lead where the service sector posted their best month since March 2007 and Spanish firms also reported that they took on more staff making some small impact upon the number of unemployed in Spain. Germany as expected also weighed in with another strong month and thankfully Italy also joined the party with some improved figures. Holland and France were the ailing parties that took the shine off these figures although the composite PMI came in at 54.0 up from 53.1 in March. The European Central Bank kept rates on hold and gave a clear hint that some form of support could be around the corner and investors liked what Mr Draghi had to say and yields on most European 10-year stock dipped, particularly in Ireland who saw the rate drop to 2.64%, a remarkable turnaround when just 3 years ago Ireland was paying around 14%. It is the euro however at the moment that is the weaker currency at the present time. In the UK, the Bank of England also kept rates at the current level of .5% for the 62nd consecutive month and there is no change in the quantitative programmes, which in the past pumped £375bn into the economy. With manufacturing posting a growth of 1.4% in the

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first quarter of 2014, which incidentally was the best for nearly 15 years, add to this that retail sales rose by 4.4% year on year with home improvement items topping the list, then hopes of a balanced recovery are well advanced. Whilst the Halifax reported that during April house prices dipped by .2%, the Confederation of British Industry is still warning against the housing bubble as it appears London prices have increased by around 25% since 2008, (nice if you are in London). There have been calls for the Bank of England to consider slowing the housing growth, however I suggest with the new mortgage lending rules recently introduced we may see a natural slow down in mortgage approvals for May. Yes, that balanced recovery is on, however the CBI say the UK still needs to improve the balance of imports and exports. Rates during the period 16 April to 16 May 2014

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KEY FEATURE Facebook for Business There isn’t anything worse than checking a website and clicking their Facebook link to find that they’ve redirected you to a personal profile. Not only do you have to hope they accept you as a “friend,” you’re taken through one more step to see their content and find their real Fan Page (if they have one at all). I hate this! Apart from the fact that it is ‘The Rules’ of Facebook and you risk losing your profile if it masquerades as a business, here are the top 5 reasons to have a Fan Page, and not a personal profile, attached to your business. 1. Profiles Look Like You Don’t Know What’s Going On Plain and simple. A brand that directs to a personal page just looks amateur. You only get one first impression. You don’t want it to be this one. 2. Search Engine results Facebook Fan Pages are indexed, which means that some of the public content is indexed as well. As a business, you want to show up on the search engines. Of course, you want to direct traffic to your website first, but having a social presence is very important. 3. Check-Ins & Location Services You can allow people to check into your brand through your

By Fiona Catchpowle Facebook Fan Page. You can’t do anything like this on your personal profile. If you have a location for your business, this is crucial for social proofing and newsfeed marketing. You always want to get people to interact with your brand. They can do so by ‘checking in’. 4. Newsfeed Marketing Newsfeed marketing is the basis of social media marketing. By having a regularly updated Fan Page, you’ll be seen and noticed on the newsfeeds of your fans. When they interact with your posts and brand, you’ll show up on their friends’ newsfeeds. This is your key to gaining new fans. 5. Comment As Your Business This is great branding. As long as you ‘Like’ pages officially as your Fan Page, you can comment on their content and posts as well. In doing so, you’re increasing exposure for your brand and providing valuable (read: priceless) insight and conversations with a new audience. For more information and news about social media for businesses, visit fionacatchpowle.com. Editor’s note: I have attended one of Fiona’s courses which I found very informative and inspiring.

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KEY LAW Toxic Property Loans, the “Bad Bank” and Anti-Money Laundering Laws The continuing financial crisis in Spain was created by the lending practices, weaknesses and failures of savings banks (the Cajas). SAREB has been designed to be a “bad bank” – providing government bonds in exchange for toxic property loans held by Spanish banks, with the intent of improving the banks’ balance sheets, allowing them to return to giving loans. SAREB was created in 2012 under a condition set by the European Union in exchange for aid of up to 100 billion Euros to the Spanish banking sector. SAREB’s stated mission: Divest the assets, pay the debt issued and be wound-up in a period of 15 years. SAREB is tasked with selling these properties – hotels, offices as well as homes. They are using specialist Agencies and Estate Agents as well as the local banks that first handed over these properties to SAREB. They are currently inviting real estate professionals to market their properties.

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By Victoria Anzola, Iberdata 21 S.L.

Exciting opportunities for Estate Agents? It certainly should be. However, be warned! Property purchases are subject to the Government procedures against Money Laundering (AML law). Estate Agents wanting a ‘slice of the action’ with SAREB have suddenly found themselves and their books being inspected for their compliance with the AML law. The governmental inspecting entity is SEPBLAC. Failure to comply with the AML procedures can result in extremely heavy fines, including jail sentences and business closure. The necessary training in the Anti-Money Laundering procedures for Estate Agent staff is supplied by Iberdata21 S.L., a government-authorised training company. For more information please contact me, Victoria, on: 957 404 099 / 692 671 657 or visit our website: www.iberdata21.com

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KEY FINANCE Funeral Insurance In the UK Funeral Insurance policies are very uncommon as normally pre-paid Funeral Plans or Life Insurance is offered instead. However, here in Spain almost half of the 47 million population has a Funeral Insurance policy in place for peace of mind, security and assistance when it is needed most. These are not pre-paid plans but an insurance policy that can be paid on a monthly basis, quarterly or half-yearly basis. Most importantly, Funeral Insurance provides the following services: Provision of the Funeral Service - The administration and provision of the contracted funeral service when the death of an insured person occurs. This would normally include: Coffin, Funeral Car, Vigil, Preparation, Shroud, Two natural floral crowns with bow and inscription, Centerpiece of Natural Flowers, Two Taxis for family, Civil or Religious Ceremony, Civil and Parish Registration, Processing and Organisation, Medical Certification, Taxes and Fees, Burial or Cremation Costs including Urn, Morgue, Marble or Granite Tombstone, Inscription and Installation Transfer-Free Choice of Cemetery - The cost of the preparation, burial and transfer of the deceased from the place of death to the cemetery designated by his family, freely selected in Spain. Repatriation - At the request of his relatives, the Insurer will take care of the administration and costs of repatriation from the place of death in Spain to the nearest international airport to the place of burial in the insured person’s country of origin. In the event of repatriation, a return ticket from the country of origin to Spain, or vice versa, for a companion is included

By Rightway Insurance Family Care - Includes a post-mortem service to the family, with the purpose of facilitating the necessary steps for the correct provision of the service contracted. Coverage includes all the necessary administration for the obtaining and processing of the official documents required after the insured person’s death. Legal Assistance - Helpline staffed by a lawyer, for the prevention of any litigation, regarding the rights of the insured person in his private life. Also includes any telephone consultation for legal matters related to the death of the insured person. Psychological Care - This coverage aims to prevent the complications derived from the death of an insured relative in the policy, to control the risk factors, to foresee the phases of bereavement, to offer practical help adapted to the deceased’s relatives. Worldwide Care - This insurance policy has worldwide coverage. The coverage of Basic World Wide Care includes the following: Transfer or repatriation for health reasons, Emergency medical expenses while abroad, Travel for a relative of the hospitalized policy holder, Accompanying relative in case of death, Extended stay in a hotel, Children’s travel, Premature return of the insured person to Spain in the event of the death of a relative, Delivery of medications, Long distance medical consultation, Information Service, Loan and/ or advance of legal costs/bail and sending of urgent messages This is never an easy subject to talk about, however, having a Funeral Insurance means that your loved ones have one less thing to worry about.

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KEY FEATURE Cora Adelaide Hailey DOB 21/04/2014 On 21st April I finally became a grandmother for the first time! Cora Adelaide Hailey popped our without any trouble (8 days overdue and weighing in at 7lb 6oz) in the birthing pool at Harlow Hospital at 5.25 am, just over 5 hours after my own birthday ended. I was over the moon to finally get the news we had all been waiting for but nothing prepared me for the experience of finally holding my own daughter’s daughter for the very first time. Cora’s great-grandmother, Revelle, also came to join us, as well as other members

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of the family and we are now have 4 female generations. To the best daughter in the world, my Michelle, may Cora bring you even half the happiness and pride that you have brought to me in our lifetime together. Congratulations to the proud parents, grandparents, uncles, aunts and cousins of our new generation. May we all have a happy and healthy life together and plenty to celebrate from now on. All my love – Grandma Sandy xxx

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KEY RESTAURANT GUIDE Issue95 17th Jun - 16th August 2014 The Key to Mijas Costa magazine’s website, www.keytomijascosta.com, is fully compatible for Smart device use. For simplicity, we have also individually adapted the restaurants in this guide so that you can click through directly from the QR codes to your Smart device, thus storing the details of your favourites for future use. Just a reminder that we have highlighted the USP of each venue in the Restaurant Guide and given a brief “taster”, but you will still be able to read the whole updated review either online at www.keytomijascosta. com or through the individual QR codes on the adverts. We are delighted to report that, at the time of going to print, the majority of the restaurants in our restaurant section could be found on the first page of Google through our restaurant guide! The reviews of new restaurants and the restaurant of the issue will continue to be shown in full text in the magazine.

Bar Tuta Ultimate Chill Out Bar in Jardin Botanico - open every day from 4.30 p.m. Large, airy terrace, fully airconditioned, comfortable seating, choice of cocktails and an impressive selection of alcoholic drinks. Easy parking. Please check for events and music.

Cafeteria Los Olivos Top Notch Spanish Café & Restaurant in the Los Olivos Shopping Centre - Large terrace, spacious

air conditioned interior, large car park. Ideal for an informal business meeting. Open 8.30 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. Monday to Saturday serving English and continental breakfast, large selection of Tapas, plus lunch and dinner. The Rosada Skewer with Prawns, Chips and Salad is our favourite! Eve-

rything well presented and extremely fresh, competitively priced and service is attentive. Key Recommended.

Caffe Stella International cuisine with an Italian twist. Lower floor, El Zoco, Calahonda, next to Viva. A very popular haunt amongst locals and tourists. Open from 8.30 every day until late. Breakfasts, snacks, daily fresh tapas, lunch and dinner. Menu del día Monday to Saturday from 1-5pm, 3 courses only 9.95, changes daily. Evening special Menu 5.45pm until late 3 courses 11.95, changes daily. Sunday Lunch – 3 courses, Meat, Chicken and Fish only 13.95. Specials, pizza, pasta, meat and fish, international cuisine with an Italian Twist, all freshly cooked by owner/chef, Gino. Take away also available. Live music some nights and many events throughout the year. Check at venue or on Facebook. Air conditioned and al fresco on the terrace. For more information visit http://www.keytomijascosta.com/restaurantguide/ caffestella/index.php. Summer BBQ nights. Key Screens now at Caffe Stella. If you would like to advertise on the screens at Caffe Stella, please ask a member of staff.

Cravings Delicious Deli, Salt Beef and Greek Food Near Barclays Bank in Nueva Andalucia. Open from 8.00 a.m. until 9.00 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday and Mondays until 18.00. Spacious terrace, early bird breakfast, Hot Salt Beef, Latkes New Green Cucumber, Salads Fish Balls, Chicken Soup, Chopped Liver etc. Now stocking Kosher frozen chickens and Salamis (Wurst). Three-course Greek menu of the day for only 10 euros. Terrific value for money. Something for all tastes.

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entrance of the restaurant. A restaurant where customers return again and again.

Da Rico Restaurante Recently opened in Riviera del Sol. Emphasis is on Italian home-cooked food. Delivery Service available. Terrace now open for the summer. See Riviera map at back of the magazine for location. Open from 13.00

to 16.30 and 18.30 - 24.00, so now open for lunch as well. Extensive, sunny terrace with great views. Emphasis is on Italian home-cooked food with friendly, Italian service. Extensive menu and daily specials. Da Rico now also make personalised cakes for any occasion. Free delivery to Riviera, Calahonda and La Cala, order times 18.00 to 23.00. New venue opening shortly, “Chiringuito” Riviera del Sol, Avda de Los Vientos. Watch this space.

El Zoco Café the new, classy café at the Supersol, El Zoco right by the supermarket. Sister café to Cafeteria Los Olivos. Keen prices, top quality food and service, daily specials, a range of tapas, selection of breakfasts or simply a cup of coffee or refreshing drink. Established since 1975, prides itself on attention to detail and is renowned for being spotlessly clean. Ideal venue. Open from 9 until 9. Key Recommended.

India Lucia High class venue with plenty to choose from. Attentive and helpful staff. Excellent choice for vegetarians. On the roundabout at Torrenueva. Sister restaurant to Indian Ocean in Playa Marina. High class, elegant venue, from the large wooden entrance door, high ceiling, ambient lighting, to the extensive menu of both Indian favourites and many new dishes for you to try from the wonderful specials menu. Fantastic selection of vegetable dishes. Attentive staff are very helpful explaining all the different flavours and you can even personalize your choice for the intensity of the spice etc. Something on the menu for everyone. Fresh, tasty curry with a touch of class. First class food, service and price. We recommend that persons with limited mobility use the rear

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Indian Ocean Reasonbly priced without compromising on quality. Warm welcome. Good selection of different dishes if you fancy a change. Henry and the staff at Indian Ocean

made us extremely welcome from the offset. Henry has a great sense of humour, is mild mannered and I notice how his customers greet him fondly – a good sign as he has regulars. Indian Ocean is at Playa Marina and is the sister restaurant to India Lucia. Tastefully decorated. Prawn Puri and Chicken Tikka for starters went down very well. Bhuna enjoyed as well as the special - Galina Cafreal, a very tasty Goan curry cooked with toasted coconut, green chillies, ginger, tomato and fresh coriander. Traditional Indian favourites plus a good selection of specials. Indian Ocean also does it hot if you like to add a bit of spice to your life. Key recommended. Enjoy al fresco dining during the warmer months or air-conditioned if you prefer to sit inside.

Japanese Restaurant Ginza Wide range of authentic Japanese food including Sushi and Sashimi and Teppanyaki Show plus much more in its sophisticated surrounds. Ginza is in Jardin Botanico, La Cala. Decorated to a high standard. Highlight is the Teppanyaki show where exotic food using the best quality ingredients is masterfully prepared on a hot steel plate right in the middle of the table. The chef will show you the unforgettable cooking display called “Teppanyaki”. Pepper pots etc are expertly thrown in the air and you must watch the trick with the eggs. Try to catch a bit of the omelette in your mouth when cooked! This is great fun to experience something a bit different or particularly if there are a few of you. Try one of the specially selected Teppanyaki menus which are great value for money. Ginza is open from 12.00 to 24.00. Places around the Teppanyaki spectacle are limited, so it is advisable to book. Food here is consistently of the highest standard, excellent service, Teppanyaki show makes for a very entertaining night out. Japanese Restaurant Ginza was voted restaurant of issue 91.

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place to be this summer to enjoy all World Cup matches as well as established local acts and from the UK. Come and join us at The House of Fun In The Sun filled with Madness! Available for Private Functions! Check out forthcoming events @ thenuttybar.com. La Plaza Bar Brian is a familiar face in Cabopino as Brian’s La Plaza Bar is well established. It is in the Plaza just before you enter the port of Cabopino. This is a lovely, relaxed venue where there is a full menu of exotic cocktails to include Pimms, Sangria, Mohito, Daiquiri, Sex on the Beach etc. Beers, wine, exotic coffees, soft drinks and milk shakes are also served. Summer specials Sundowners are priced at only 3.75 Euros and are served from 17.00 – 22.00. They include Sex on the Beach, Tequila Sunrise and Sea Breeze. This is a popular place for a pre-dinner drink or to spend time chilling after you have eaten. Relax with a cocktail or a special coffee. A great place especially if you have some friends over from back home as you will be able to have a good chat and not be drowned out by loud music! Have a nice stroll viewing the boats in the port and then enjoy a great night out! Key recommended. Please see main ad. Now serving Mixed Cheese and Cold Cuts Platter for 2 persons.

L’Oriental Finest Lebanese food on the coast. Next to Crowne Plaza Hotel, Benamara. Beautiful décor, lovely, extensive outdoor terrace with fountain in the summer months. Meze unbeatable with many dishes, all delicious and really fresh. Vegetarian’s paradise. Pop in, you will not be disappointed. Well worth the drive. Belly dancing at weekends. Please ring for details. We love it! Key Recommended.

The Nutty Bar After two great opening nights in April with guest appearances from Legendary 2Tone bands Special A.K.A / The Bodysnatchers Singer Rhoda Dakar and Mr Nutty himself, Lee Jay Thompson, totally Mad Sax Man from Madness, The Nutty Bar situated in Marbella Port is going from strength to strength with regular live bands, trivial and karaoke nights as well as all major football matches on a gigantic 150 inch screen. Comfortable outside terrace with 46 inch flat screen TVs. Located on the second line of the Puerto Deportivo in Central Marbella, The Nutty Bar is the

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Ristorante Zia Lola Located in Mijas Golf opposite the Eurostars Hotel. Good quality, genuine Italian food, friendly, family service with reasonable prices, high standard of cuisine. Opened in December in Mijas Golf opposite the Eurostars Hotel. Owned by Dolores, who previously ran Fellini’s at the Aztec Country Club in Riviera for many years. Cosy, indoor restaurant with bar area and large terrace with plenty of room for the kids to play. Open all day from Tuesday to Sunday. Good quality, genuine Italian food, friendly, family service with reasonable prices, high standard of cuisine, and extensive kids’ menu. Great Italian menu of family favourites - pastas, thin and crispy pizzas, meat and seafood dishes cooked to perfection and also available as take away. Good selection of home-made desserts, fine wine list including Italian favourites. We suggest you book as this popular restaurant gets really busy, especially in the summer months. Key Recommended

Sofia’s Hong Kong Chinese Restaurant In Jardin Botanico, La Cala. Fresh Mandarin Cuisine cooked to order. Extensive menu with something for everyone - you will be spoilt for choice. Fronted by Sofia, affectionately known as “Mrs Wu” among the locals and husband, Gi, is the chef. Hong Kong is in Jardin Botanico, La Cala, next door to Henry’s. Spacious indoor restaurant with modern décor with large, covered and outdoor terraces. Hong Kong serves fresh Mandarin Cuisine cooked to order with many meat, seafood and vegetarian dishes to eat in or take away. Open from 12.00 to 16.00 and 18.00 – Midnight every day. Selection of keenly priced menus for two or four people. Special lunchtime menu only 7.80 Euros per person and includes TWO starters, main course, rice or noodles, and dessert or tea/coffee, with plenty of choices. You can see what is on offer in the ad in this section of the magazine. Good quality food, great choice, keenly priced. Key recommended.

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Snack Attack Mijas Costa’s Favourite Café - Now celebrat-

ing its 10th Anniversary! In Jardin Botanico, La Cala.Open

weekdays 7.30 a.m. to 6.30 p.m. Saturday’s 7.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. and Sundays 9.30 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. for breakfast from only 3.95 Euros and of course their wonderful Sunday Roast, two courses only 10 Euros! Super Saver Meals including drink only 5 Euros, changes daily. Large selection of daily specials and sandwich fillings. Healthy eating options. Everything available as take away for days out or take a baguette of your choice to the airport? Extensive menu, something for everyone. Large selection of fresh, crispy salads. Full cyber-café facilities including 4 stations of highspeed internet, faxes, photocopying and all phone top-ups. If you would like to advertise on the three screens at Snack Attack, please ask a member of staff. For more information see http://www.keytomijascosta.com/restaurantguide/ snackattack/index.php.

Ssalathai The best quality, authentic Thai food in Mijas Costa Situated at Urb Playa Marina, Mijas Costa, (see La Cala map). Special menu for two only 50 Euros giving good selection to sample this exotic cuisine. Recommended dishes - Coconut Soup with Chicken, Special Mixed Starter, all of the curries, Beef Massaman and the very best Pad Thai on the Coast! In fact we love everything on the menu! Thailand is renowned for its attentive customer service and is known as the land of smiles and you will certainly find this in abundance at Ssalathai. Please see front cover and main ad on page 74. Jake & Mimi invite you to join them on the evening of 4th July to celebrate the restaurant’s 4th Anniversary. First glass of wine or beer on the house!

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Tita Spices specially select spices in India for their own comprehensive range. Curry is the food most eaten in the

UK and we also love it here in Spain. Many of you like to make a good curry yourselves at home and the best place to start is with the best quality ingredients. Tita Spices now sponsor Key Recipe which in this issue is “How to make your Favourite Curry”. You can find this on page 71 along with details of your Tita Spices nearest outlet. Tita Spices also host a great Facebook group where you can find all manner of fusion recipes.

Venta El Jinete Nestling in beautiful scenic countryside, the large imposing terrace has views across to the Sierra de Mijas and the Mediterranean. 4.5 kms from La Cala on golf road, just before Golf entrance. Open every day except Fridays for Lunch through to Dinner. Enjoy a long, lazy lunch on warm days, sundowners and supper or a romantic dinner in the evening. Warm and cosy interior restaurant has seating for small groups and additional areas for large parties, golfers and family gatherings etc., making it the ideal venue for events. Excellent set menu only 17 euros with a choice of starters, main course and desserts is wonderful value. A la carte reasonably priced includes various Mediterranean dishes, succulent steaks and meat from the charcoal grill. Everything beautifully presented by attentive and charming staff. Excellent wine list. Live music on Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday evenings (please enquire) when menu is priced at 22 Euros. Scan QR code for full details. We enjoyed our evenings at El Jinete immensely during the summer. Great service, food and entertainment. Stunning views and art exhibitions held here regularly. Lovely venue to get away from the coastal area for a change. Venta El Jinete is very popular so please book in advance to avoid disap-

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pointment. Voted restaurant of issue 90. For more information visit http://www.keytomijascosta.com/restaurantguide/ ventaeljinete/index.php.

WOK COSTA DEL SOL Best quality unlimited Asian Buffet, Teppanyaki, Wok, Sushi, Seafood, Thai Curries, Mexican and traditional Chinese dishes. At Urb La Noria behind the mar-

ket in La Cala. Open every day for lunch, 13.00-16.30 and dinner, 19.00-24.00. A favourite local eating haunt. Eat either inside which is air conditioned or on the impressive terrace, weather permitting. Ready-made starters and shellfish dishes. For main course simply select from the fresh meat, fish and vegetable areas and take it to the wok or plancha area for the chefs to cook to your liking and with a sauce of your choice. Lobster and Crab available at the weekend. Ideal venue if you are visiting the market. Very friendly and helpful staff, fresh, good quality food, plenty of choice. Dessert area offers fruit, crème caramel, tiramisu, profiteroles and a large selection of ice cream. Bowls of sweets for the kids. Easy Parking. Prices are now 9.95 Euros every day at lunchtime, 13.95 Euros Monday to Thursday nights and 15.95 Euros, Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Wifi. See venue video on www.keytomijascosta.com/videos/wok/. Same legend as before. RESTAURANT REVIEWS

BISTRO & FONDUE Belgian Cuisine with Argentinian Beef. Recently opened on the middle floor of El Zoco, Calahonda. Meat, cheese and chocolate fondue! Completely renovated

restaurant with new Belgian owners and new concept – Belgian Cuisine Argentian Beef. Comfy banquette seating indoors plus terrace for al fresco dining. Each table has its own induction plate for you to enjoy the delicious fondue of either meat, cheese or of course, delicious Belgian chocolate. Open

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every day from 18.00 to 23.00 in July & August, otherwise closed on a Monday. Choice for starters includes Argentinean Beef Carpaccio, Snails with Bourguignon Garlic Sauce or simply soup or Prawn Cocktail and a selection of salads for the less adventurous. For the main event of course a choice of Fondue and also several different steaks to choose from including the renowned Argentinian as well as simple dishes such as Lasagne or Chicken in Mushroom Sauce. Just a reminder of the fantastic Belgian Chocolate Fondue but also available is home-made Chocolate Moussse, Fresh Fruit Salad etc. Daily specials also available. We are sure this is going to become a firm favourite in Calahonda.

GOODFELLAS recently opened in Torrenueva. The finest décor we have ever seen in a restaurant. Ambience second to none – truly magical! One of the few 5* venues in the area. Now under new management. Goodfellas is situated on the Cambio at Torrenueva (see Riviera map at the back of this issue). Goodfellas boasts the finest décor we have ever seen in a restaurant. Lighting can be changed to any colour using the latest technology. This gives an ambience second to none – truly magical! The bar area is inviting, comfortable and modern, so it is an ideal venue for you to enjoy the selection of spirits, fine wines and champagnes. Relax and enjoy your favourite tipple! Seating is comfortable and spacious with different areas to accommodate you. Goodfellas also have a stage and bring you the top live acts on the coast. Oh, we forgot to mention the food. Chef ensures that your food is always made from a selection of the freshest products, sourced daily from local markets. Goodfellas now introduces the summer menu. Starters include Deep Fried Brie with Black Perigord Truffle and Red Fruit Coulis, Gratinated Scallops or simply Soup of the Day. From the main menu a selection includes Grilled Salmon Italian Style, Chicken Kiev, Beef Bourguignon or a special Pan-fried Beef Fillet with either a Wild Mushroom or Coffee Sauce and Goat’s Cheese Ice Cream. Goodfellas is Mijas Costa’s newest, premier bar, restaurant and event venue and is an ideal place for a function or to celebrate a special occasion. Prices are competitive. We are sure you will really love this special experience.

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KORMA 1 Very modern décor, extensive terrace for al fresco dining, Portions are always generous and best quality ingredients are used. Local delivery service. What do you

miss most from the UK? I bet it is a good curry at a reasonable price. Well here it is! Korma is situated in Riviera del Sol just as you come off the roundabout going in the direction of Miraflores (see map at the end of this magazine), Korma is now well established as a favourite amongst the locals. Very modern décor, absolutely spotless with an extensive terrace for al fresco dining, Some examples are Chicken Tikka, lovely big and tender pieces of chicken with a bit of a kick, Lamb Bhuna that melts in your mouth and the best ever Prawn Puri that we have had since coming to Spain over 17 years ago! Other recommendations I will give in the write up for the new sister restaurant in El Rosario below. Portions are always generous and best quality ingredients are used. You will certainly feel full when you leave and also pleasantly surprised at what good value for money the food is. Kids’ menu available. Oh, and before we forget, did we tell you that Korma also deliver? If you enjoy Indian cuisine, this really is the place. We guarantee you will enjoy your visit. Please tell them at Korma that you read about them in the Key. Korma have got it just right and consistent with friendly service, good quality ingredients, plenty of choice and good value for money. Key recommended. And now there’s Korma 2 (see below)!

KORMA 2 Recently opened in El Rosario mountainside next to the Yellow Car. Sister restaurant to Korma, Riviera del Sol. Magnificent all weather terrace. Great quality food, service and reasonably priced. If you live in the

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El Rosario/Elviria area and have not had the pleasure of eating at the ever popular Korma in Riviera del Sol, then lucky you as Korma has now just opened its sister restaurant under the same management team next to the Yellow Car! Handy to know if it is late and you are passing by this area on the way back from Gib! Chef trained for six months at Korma, Riviera so you will be sure that the standard is up to scratch. The pièce de resistance (apar t from the food of course) is the extensive all weather terrace. Lovely, clean, modern ambience. Friendly helpful service, quality ingredients, good por tions and reasonably priced. Same menu as Korma, Riviera. For recommended dishes, please see Korma, Riviera above and here I would also mention some more, including my par ticular favourite, Muragh Mango, which is a lovely mild chicken curry with fresh mango in a creamy sauce with different spices. If you like it hot, then I am sure the Phal packs a punch! Included in the vegetable selection in Bhndi Bhaji (Lady’s Fingers), which is really excellent. Korma has a great choice on the menu and can make any dish as mild or as hot as you like. Kids menu and of course free delivery to the local area. Enjoy!

THE BLARNEY A nice place to meet up with friends for a drink and a chat. A lovely Irish welcome awaits you from Tom & Gerry. The Blarney is situated behind the

Supersol in the Boulevard de La Cala. A hear ty breakfast is served all day and includes Irish Bacon & Sausages. Sandwiches are recommended and also include a selection of open sandwiches served on home-made brown bread with home-made coleslaw. Quiches and other comfor t foods such as a Burgers made with 100% Irish Beef, Jacket Potato, Steak Pie, Omelettes, Ham off the Bone, Ribs, Lasagne or a choice of salad served for lunch. Kids’ are also catered for. Open until 12.30 am. Sky Spor ts and other events held here, so please enquire. Nice, friendly venue. Free wifi and some live events (please enquire).

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KEY COMPETITION Are you a PINK FLOYD Fan? Would you like to win a complimentary ticket to see Andy Claridge, Steve Nelson and special guests? New Pink Floyd Tribute – “European Tour” prior to their 16-concert tour of Northern Europe?* Are you available on Friday 27th June 2014 from 20.00? Good, as we have 4 tickets to give away – one per person. So here are the questions: 1. What Pink Floyd album holds the record for the most time spent on the USA’s Billboard album chart?

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2. The band’s 1988 live album, Delicate Sound of Thunder, was the first rock record to ever be played where? 3. What animal is on the cover of ‘Atom Heart Mother’? Please send your answers by email and include your name, and phone number. Draw will be made on Wednesday 25th June at mid-day. Good luck! *see next page for more information.

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KEY FEATURE Pink Floyd Tribute Concert in Mijas Pink Floyd, an iconic band who formed 50 years ago this year, influenced musicians the world over, including Andy Claridge, a long-time resident on the Costa del Sol. In 1990, after touring with ‘Squeeze’and working on studio recordings with Phil Collins, Andy had a dream of producing his own Pink Floyd show as a tribute to this great band. The production has grown over the years and in 2008, when Andy teamed up with Steve Nelson, (another highly respected musician living on the Costa del Sol), the show was expanded both musically and visually. Andy and Steve played selected venues during the following 6 years, each performance attracting more ‘Floyd’ fans as word spread. The production grew to include a drummer and female vocalist (The Great Gig in the Sky), original videos projected on the ‘Floyd-style’ circular screen, the famous “Division Bell” Faces, the ‘Hammers’ and of course - laser lighting.

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Word spread far and wide and earlier this year Andy was approached by a promoter who offered the show a 16-concert tour of Northern Europe in August 2014, starting at the famous “Tivoli Gardens” in Copenhagen, Denmark. Andy and Steve have yet again augmented the production for this tour, with more Pink Floyd songs and even more spectacular lighting effects. They will be performing this new “European Tour” show at a special open-air concert in the Mijas auditorium on Friday 27th June 2014. This unique venue, at the top of the Mijas Pueblo (next to the Plaza de Toros), will provide an atmospheric setting for this special concert, and anyone wanting to experience the magic of Pink Floyd’s music, performed by talented musicians with dazzling visual effects should not miss this. Details of the concert and ticket bookings can be found on www.costadeldisco.com or by calling the promoter, BigM Promotions, on 952 661 819.

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KEY NEWS hour for adults and children over 6 or just 25 Euros for a day pass. Please see main ad in our Leisure section.

24HR LOCKSMITH

Locked out? Tony is our recommended Locksmith as he is fully trustworthy, honest, professional and reliable. We have used and recommended him for over 17 years now and the feedback from recommendations has always been very positive. Just bought a new property – congratulations but beware – how many people do you think have handled the keys to your castle before you? We have had a bad experience on this front so we would suggest that the first thing you do after you have put the kettle on and made the bed is to phone Tony to get him to change your locks so that you are absolutely sure that YOUR keys are only available to the people in your world that you choose to give them to. Please see main ad in House & Home section.

FIELD OF DREAMS

For more fun this summer, The Field of Dreams Football Club is hosting a Multi Sports Summer Camp from 2nd July to 1st August. It is open to all children from the ages of 5 to 15 and will run from 10am to 2pm at St Anthony’s School on the Camino Viejo de Coin, Mijas Costa (near La Cala Hills). This club is very popular so we suggest you book up as soon as possible. Please see main ad in the Leisure section for more information.

OKOBAY COCONUT WATER ICE ADAM FREEMAN GOLF ACADEMY

For golfers old and new and also youngsters, Adam has the ability and the knowledge to help you enjoy and play a more competitive game of golf. If you play regularly and feel that your game is not on par or even if you have not played for some time and are concerned that your game is not up to scratch, Adam can observe both your stance and swing and of course your attitude to your game. If you have been off due to injury, Adam can help with your rehabilitation back into the game too. He will advise you how to adjust your swing and shots. We all like an edge! He has over 2,000 satisfied clients with his mobile coaching service at 8 locations. Realistically priced lessons. Why not give him a call. Please see main ad in our Leisure section.

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NEOGLASS

Last summer Costa Water Park was enjoyed by thousands and the great news is that not only is Costa Water Park available again this year in Marbella and Banus but it has already opened at 3 locations in Fuengirola, next to the port in Fuengirola, Los Boliches and Carvajal beaches. Healthy water fun for the whole family including water slides, trampolines, jumping cushions, climbing walls in all shapes and sizes. Open until the end of September from 11am to 8pm at a cost of only 10 Euros an

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The summer’s perfect healthy indulgence has now arrived from the UK to the Costa del Sol in time for the summer! This delicious Coconut Water Ice made with baby coconuts I can only describe to those of you who are old enough to a Calypso Ice Lolly back in the day. However it is absolutely delicious and made from healthy Coconut water ; it is a natural product with no artificial ingredients, no added sugar, dairy, lactose and soy free and only 63 calories! Also available with Pineapple. Available at Beach Clubs and Beach Bars as well as El Corte Ingles and OpenCor as well as some gyms. The OpenCor in Elviria has them in stock. Tried and tested and simply delicious! Great to have in the freezer so see the main ad in the Leisure section and contact Okobay for more information.

are causing a buzz up and down the Costa del Sol, their mantra being ‘The best quality product, the best customer service’. NeoGlass are vastly experienced in the glass industry and offer the most innovative systems available, English in origin and produced right here in Spain. Their friendly and helpful staff will walk you through the entire process from measurement to installation, ultimately furnishing you with the most elegant, reliable Glass Curtain system currently available and tailored to your specific needs. NeoGlass are also experts in the field of fixed and retractable roofs, which means that the complete package

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KEY NEWS is available to those who require it. For old-fashioned customer service and the quality products on the market, contact them today. You’ll find the showroom at C/ Rio Benamargosa (just up from the BP garage on Camino de Coin), Mijas Costa. Please see main ad in House & Home Section.

PERFECT NAILS

is a new nail bar recently opened in Riviera in the alley between George’s and David’s Bars. Perfect Nails offers all the latest products and nail trends by Charley, who has qualifications from Divine Nails in Benalmádena and Nebro in Málaga. Open Monday to Friday 10am to 6pm and on Saturdays from 11am to 3pm or after hours appointments available on request. Easy parking. Please see main ad in Beauty section.

summer is the Sunseeker Luxury Yacht Charter which is available for a minimum of 2 hours or for a half or full day. Romantic Champagne Sunset Cruises or maybe something a bit special for your wedding day or other celebration. Please see main ad in Leisure section.

TSHIRT LAND

plans to be a point of reference in the field of t-shirt and uniform printing/stamping in all the urbanisations around Calahonda. The services they offer are: stamping material via transfer technique and screen printing of t-shirts, polos, shirts, hats/caps, handkerchiefs, etc. Tshirt Land also offers design services to make restaurant menus, posters, advertising flyers, business cards, printed canvas/awnings, letters and vinyl for vehicles, windows and small signs, etc... They have their own machinery for all of this and so do it directly. Their shop, situated in El Zoco, Calahonda, next to Caffe Stella also has a souvenir department. TShirt Land also offers the typical services that you would expect from a photocopying store, i.e. plastifying, binding, photocopies, sending and receiving of faxes etc. Please see main ad in Leisure section.

RETROGRADE RECORDS

Let’s be honest, nowadays how many of us are able to actually listen to our cherished vinyl singles and albums that we brought over with us to Spain when we first moved out here? I am sure that most of you have moved on to modern platforms to enjoy your music such as CD, MP3or download. So where is your prized music collection of yesteryear – just stored away somewhere? You can’t listen to it and your kids won’t want it and it may be worth a few quid. Paul from Retro-Grade records is very knowledgeable about the value of record collections. He is honest and passionate about vinyl. So why not give him a call and see if you have a treasure in your old record collection? See main ad in Leisure section.

SPLASH WATERSPORTS

is located in Puerto Cabopino. We welcome Splash back for the summer season this year. In addition to the wonderful dolphin trips where you may also be lucky enough to see Whales, Sunfish, Flying Fish or Turtles, you can also have fun waterskiing, wakeboarding on or some of the thrilling rides such as Rapid Rib Rides, Tornado and Hurricane. Splash Watersports is available for private functions. Licenses are available for boats and jet skis. New for this

WIKIKER BROADBAND S.L.

is a telecommunications operator, created from a group of companies with more than 20 years’ experience serving our customers in this sector. Due to the expansion of our own telecommunications network, with the most advanced technology, we can now provide our clients throughout the Costa del Sol with maximum quality high speed internet service, varying from 3Mb to 50Mb, and much more if needed, including land line connection and 195 worldwide television channels. Fibre optics is the most advanced technology available, offering you everything you could possible need, all included in one simple package, internet, telephone and television. We also offer symmetrical connections for professionals. Our fibre optic services are available both to individuals and to whole communities, however if the contract is taken out by the whole community, you will receive special rates - the cheapest on the Costa del Sol! Also, due to Mijas Town Hall’s new law, banning all aerials and dishes in the municipality, we are now offering solutions, via our Fibre Optic or Wimax systems for whole communities. Our products have no commitment and you can pay for only the calendar months you are here. We are based in Commercial Centre Los Olivos, Sitio de Calahonda. Please see back cover for more information.

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