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A- Z of Businesses Places to Eat and Drink La Fiesta de los Reyes Music Scene with Lee Townsend Business & Technology: Google What´s On Sports News
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Happy New Year! - Feliz Años Nuevo! As a young business we are delighted with the new advertisers that have chosen us already in 2014 for their advertising and with our continued enthusiasm and new ideas, helped also by the feedback and suggestions that we have received in the last few months, we are so happy with the response we are getting. We offer you free facebook coverage, and are always updating and refreshing content - so with the latest Android and IPad technology you can look whilst on the go! The HelloDirectory facebook platform is where your business can find new customers by quick and easy interaction. With twenty million new applications being added to Facebook every day, it’s clear that this social giant is not going anywhere!
A-Z Business Directory & Articles 18-23 Place to Eat & Drink 20
Cocktail of the Month
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Suduko
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Time for a Change?
34-35 Business & Technology 36
La Fiesta de los Reyes
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Beauty
38-39 Music Scene & Gig Guide 40-41 What´s On 42
Sport
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Why is online marketing and advertising proving so successful? Read the article on page 30 to see if your sales plan is giving you all you should be getting. The Directory has been producing lots of gorgeous artwork - so don’t forget if you are thinking of changing your Company image - we can help with a team of experienced marketeers waiting to assist! The month of January isn’t always expected to be an easy month for any business in Spain, so we need to work together and maximise exposure to the right people. Share, post and like on our facebook page and we will be doing the same. A Happy New Year from all at The Directory. THE DIRECTORY
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AIR CONDITIONING
Cooltec Services have been providing heating and cooling systems on the Costa Del Sol for over 5 years. Headed by Keith Bucknell who has been in the industry for over 35 years, apprentice trained and City & Guilds qualified Keith has a wealth of experience which enables him to offer you the client the best solutions for heating and cooling your home. It has always been commonly thought that Air conditioning is expensive to run, but with the innovation of the inverter system now the opposite is true. Inverter driven Air conditioning systems not only offer affordable cooling in the summer months but are also a very cost effective way of heating your home, offering up to 70% savings an other forms of heating. Cooltec services only supply and install the very latest energy efficient inverter systems. Not only can we supply and install single split systems we can also offer you multisplit systems with up to 8 indoor units connected to 1 outdoor unit, invaluable where outdoor space is at a premium. We are also specialists in the supply and installation of central heating and underfloor heating systems using inverter driven heat pump boilers in tandem with solar panels. As with any type of heating or cooling systems it is important to keep your system well maintained not only to ensure maximum efficiency but also to ensure long life for your equipment. Whether you are purchasing new equipment or if you just need your existing system servicing you can be confident with Cooltec services that you will not only have your equipment installed or serviced by a fully qualified engineer, but also by using the latest inverter technology and with our second to none after sales service you can be rest assured you can enjoy the comfort of your home and not worry about large energy bills. 4
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ANIMAL RESCUE
Action for Animals The Charity Shop Opening hours: Monday - Friday 10-2 Saturday 10-1.30
We always need your unwanted goods! Telephone : 660 586 040 Avenida de la Constitucion 59, Competa, Malaga
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BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION
Lee Talbot Construction All building needs catered for, including: Retaining walls Patios and Driveways Swimming pool leaks and repairs Water deposits and Pumps Septic tanks Planning applications processed Call today for your free consultation Lee Talbot 659324586 info@ltconstruction.es www.ltconstruction.es
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CANCER CARE (CUDECA)
BUILDING SERVICES
OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE QUALIFIED SKILLED LABOUR
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657 862 628 or 634 275 030 CARE SUPPORT WORKER Experienced Male Care Support Worker NVQ Qualified in Care & Promoting Independence. Providing care, support & assistance in your own home. Tel: 695 087 430 Email: sunny.shep@hotmail.com 8
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CABINET MAKER
CLEANING
CHIMNEY SWEEP
Chimney Care have offered a full chimney sweeping, maintenance and installation service for over 7 years, covering all areas of the Costa Del Sol.
It is important to have your chimney inspected and cleaned regularly to prevent a build up of dangerous resins and debris in your chimney to avoid the risk of blockages that may cause chimney fires and to improve the performance of your fire. We offer a professional, reliable and clean service, using traditional chimney cleaning methods and a mix of rods, brushes and industrial vacuums that cater for all types and sizes of fires and linings. In addition to inspecting, cleaning and testing your fire we also offer additional services such as fire installation, replacement of chimney linings and installation of mesh at the top of your chimney stack to prevent birds nesting or rodent infestation. Please telephone us on 654 184 242 or 607 441 959 to discuss your requirements and make an appointment. All areas covered. The DIRECTORY
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CLOTHES SHOPS
Have you been to Wonky Donkey in Nerja yet? Located in Calle Los Huertos it is easy to find. It is a great shop with so much to see, you can have a good browse at all the trendy unique t-shirts and gifts. If you are struggling this year with ideas for present then you may just find something unique and or querky at Wonky Donkey that would make a great gift. Either Laura or Mauri will be there to welcome you and help find what you are looking for. They also stock items for children; clothing, gifts English reading and activity books and more. They are offering a 10% discount to The Directory readers, so take The Directory with you to claim your discount. 10
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COMPUTER SUPPLIES
DANCE CLASSES See main Ad Inside Front Cover
DENTIST CRAFT
DAMP PROOFING
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DRAINS
WAYNES DRAINS & BUILDING SERVICES
All your building requirements including:
HIGH PRESSURE JETTING CCTV SURVEY CAMERA PIPE TRACING WATER LEAK DETECTION SWIMMING POOL LEAK DETECTION SWIMMING POOL REFORMS SEPTIC TANKS FITTED
FULLY LICENCED AND INSURED
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REFORMS
PLASTERING
RENDERING
TILING
BRICKWORK
TERRACING
DAMP PROOFING
BATHROOMS & KITCHENS
INSULATION ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES English Speaking
OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE QUALIFIED SKILLED LABOUR
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BUILDING SERVICES
GARDENING
HAIRDRESSERS
Monroe’s II Donna
Professional Hairdressing • Peluquería Profesional
Schwarzkopf PROFESSIONAL
L’ORÉAL PARiS
Tel: (0034) 952 52 2518 Web: www.monroes.eu
E-mail: donna@monroes.eu
Calle Jaén 7, Nerja, Málaga. FREE Wi-Fi access on our outside terrace
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HEATING
ZZIE HAIR DESIGN
el: Amanda Ward 695 616 563 Olgi 629 967 449 16 Calle Pintada, Nerja
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INTERNET SERVICES
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INSURANCE
LOCKSMITH
LEGAL SERVICES JEWELLERY
Calle de Jaén 4, Edif Canario Bajo 3,Nerja Tel: 952 528 226 Email: info@marrelosolutions.com Web: www.marrelosolutions.com SEE OUR MAIN ADVERT ON THE BACK COVER
MECHANICS
MARKETING
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PHOTOGRAPHY Kristy Photography is a business based in Nerja specialising in natural photography that requires little to no post editing, ensuring clients receive the best natural images possible in a short space of time. Although Kristy Photography covers all aspects of Photography, most of her work this time of year comes from Portrait and Product shoots, ranging from people using the images as a gift or sending a gift voucher to loved ones, to businesses wanting their products to stand out from the rest. So if you have any photography needs and would like a free, no obligation chat with Kristy Photography, please contact: kristy photography@hotmail.co.uk
For all your photography needs. Weddings, Portraits, Pets, Commercial for products and promotional material kristyphotographynerja
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THIS MONTHS COCKTAIL The Candy Cane Cocktail. Perfect for the holiday season. • • • • • • •
1 candy cane, crushed, for garnish 50 ml strawberry vodka 4 dashes white creme de menthe 75 ml cranberry juice Ice cubes Martini glass Cocktail shaker
1. Step 1 Place crushed candy canes on a small plate or saucer. Wet the outside rim of a chilled martini glass with water. Holding the glass by the stem, rotate the rim to coat with candy. 2. Step 2 In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, creme de menthe, cranberry juice, and ice; shake until well combined. Strain into prepared glass; serve immediately. 20
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CK´S BAR Calle Chaparil, Nerja Homecooked food. Large selection of beers, wines and spirits. All sports shown. Two sunny terraces. Tel: 680 210 827
BAR D.B´S
70 Calle Cristo, Nerja, 29780 Sports bar, serving food from 10am until 2pm. Bar open until late. Available for functions/ on the move we´ve got786 it covered! 23 The DIRECTORY In print, online, social media andparties. Wifi....Tel: 678 774
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REAL ESTATE SUNSET-ANDALUCIA
Your property finder for Rentals Coast or inland. Sales -We will find your dream home ! Vacations, short or long terms stays. Paperwork - all kinds, translations, funeral arrangements, assistance with appointments, visits at the doctors office/hospital. Any problem you might have - big or small - let us solve it for you. We speak Danish, Spanish, English. Tel: 619 377 474 / 686 722 349. Email: info@sunset-andalucia.com Website: www.sunset-andalucia.com
Sunset-Andalucia
SECOND HAND STORE
SWIMMING POOLS
TAX SPECIALISTS
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T-SHIRTS PERSONALISATION
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WINDOWS
Manz Windows and Doors based in
Puente don Manuel have for over 13 years provided high quality, windows, doors, flyscreens, shower screens and roller blinds in the Axarquia region and along the Costa del Sol. With more than 20 years experience Manz and now with his son offer quality products and service. The products are double glazed with a 10 year guarantee. They can also provide safety glass and locks for doors and window systems. Specialist laminate glass for security peace of mind. Materials are made in Spain to German quality standards. Do you need to create more space? or want to use your outdoor space all year round, without major building works? Then call Manz Windows and Doors on 608 241 429 or visit the office in Puente don Manuel. You can also follow on Facebook: and Puertas on the move ... we´ve got it covered! 29 The DIRECTORY In print, online, social media Manz y Ventanas
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QUESTION: Is your current advertising doing a good enough job? Sit down, turn your mobile to silent and grab a cuppa for a moment. Ask yourself that question and try to focus on what you currently do, how much you spend and whether you can actually quantify the value of your current marketing exposure. Does it bring the punters in through your door? Yes? or ...maybe not as much as before? That has to be the hardest thing - getting new people into your business. Q: How do we do that? A: Marketing and clever advertising - but not just clever and lovely costly looking ads everywhere, but cleverly placed and considered planning along with smart budgeting and measured responses. Marketing and selling is all about relationships, if you get on well you are more likely to stick with that arrangement. But with the current financial climates proving ever more testing, perhaps we all need to rethink? 1. List out all your advertising and how much each costs you per month and then also per year. 2. Who are you trying to target and are you reaching those people? 3. Have your customers/marketplace/product changed over the years & should you now target more or different groups? 4. Have your chosen publications changed over the years or become stale? Are they still able to give you what you need? 5. Are you up to speed with the current social networks and do you use these to their maximum offering? So, your focus should be on getting as many of these desired things possible for the least amount of money. But it isn't all about going for the cheapest ads- it is about getting the highest business return on your advertising investment. A few changes, a slight rethink and a refresh is sometimes all you need.
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HERB OFYear THE MONTH Start The New Loving Yourself!! Some of you may have read Louise Hay's book 'You Can Heal Your life' so here's a few simple guidelines to follow to start to change your life ! • Stop all criticism - criticism doesn't change a thing and attracts negativity. So start with being ok with who you are and choose thoughts that uplift and support you. • Don't scare yourself - we scare ourselves with thoughts thinking the worst possible outcome. If someone doesn't call we feel unloved or someone makes a remark at work and we think we're going to be sacked. Change negative thoughts by thinking of a nice view or situation... it won't happen overnight but keep doing it. • Be patient - our minds are like a garden, we sow seeds, give them water and sunlight then the garden will blossom. Our minds are the same, we plant positive thoughts in our minds, pluck out the negative ones - use good thoughts to create the life you want. • Be kind to your mind - every thought we think and words we use are affirmations so creative positive thoughts and statements for the life you want. Relaxation is essential to allow energy to flow as stress cuts off energy. • Praise yourself - tell yourself how well you're doing instead of focusing on the negatives. Sometimes we don't feel like we're good enough which is a limiting belief that can stem from childhood. • Be loving to your negatives - you created it but you're not stuck with it. Let go of the old pattern and move into a more positive pattern. If you say 'I hate my job' then if you get a new job you will also hate it as that's the message you're putting out to the universe. • Take care of your body - it's the house you live in! Find an exercise you enjoy and watch what you put into your body. We sometimes use food to punish ourselves to cope with problems which then creates guilt. • Mirror work - look into the mirror and say "I love & accept you exactly as you are" It may be hard in the beginning but as you keep doing it your inner energy will start to shift. • Be willing - if you don't know how to do the above points the universe will hear you and you'll get a positive response. Change yourself and your beliefs and positive things will start to happen
RECIPE BY TINA Fresh Sardines & Tomato Salsa with Pasta
Salsa Fresh Tomatoes 500gm 2 Tblsps Tomato Puree 1 Tsp Sugar Few Basil leaves Few Black Olives 125g White Wine Roughly blend or chop & mix all together. 2 Slices Serano Ham, cooked crisp 2 Onions 3 Garlic cloves 3 Tblsps Olive Oil Cook until Soft Add tomato mix and cook for about 45 minutes slowly. Season to taste. I added 1/2 Chilli for some depth. Put pasta in boiling salted water with drop of oil and cook. Add Sardines about 5/10 minutes before serving, do not mix too much. Put pasta on bottom, then sauce. Place Sardines on top. Decorate with ham and basil leaves.
Tina is happy to help with your cooking dilemmas and is also available for parties etc . She does cooking for holidaymakers and clients. Recently Start today to create the life you really want! donating a meal cooked in your own home to a You can find more information about my Louise local charity. Call Tina on 666 135 516 or Hay workshops and courses on Email officespanishmanagement@yahoo. co.uk www.meiflynn.wordpress.com. 31 The DIRECTORY In print, online, social media and on the move ... we´ve got it covered!
WELLBEING Detox, lets clean our body up! Well Christmas is now behind us and a new year begun, what a good time to help our body and organs to have a spring clean after the Christmas excesses a detox may be the perfect way for you. So what is a detox and how does it work? Detox short for detoxification is a systematic approach to assisting our body to remove toxins stored in its tissues. Detox’s can be done over one to several days. I would not suggest any longer unless you are accustomed to detoxing your body. A few days prior to starting a detox reduce your intake of processed foods, alcohol, tea and coffee; introduce plain water, salads and vegetables into your diet. (I realise it may be hard at this time of the year eating cold food, so make warming soups with the vegetables if you prefer).
The one-day mono diet: This is eating either one fruit or one vegetable for one day. For
example if you like pineapple this may be your day’s choice or you could be partial to carrots so they would be your choice. As I say this is one day only!!!! Pick a day that you are not going to be interrupted and will be able to follow the detox easily during the day you may like to try to do some meditation, read or simply sit and enjoy the silence. The following days introduce other foods sparingly maybe one type at a time….
The weekend detox: As with the mono detox start a few days in advance preparing for the
detox and again at the end reintroduce other food types. Usually start the day with a freshly prepared fruit juice hot water and lemon drink, for lunch a light salad with only oil and garlic dressing and another fruit juice. Mid afternoon a vegetable based juice. Evening meal lightly steamed vegetables with fresh herbs. Remember to drink lots and lots of water to flush the toxins out. On day two continue the same as on day one but be aware you may feel a little tired so take time out to relax. The Right Lifestyle Email: jeanlaguita@hotmail.com 966 716 375 mobile 619 978 890 skype laguita2000
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Seven day detox: You should only be doing a long term detox when you have a completely empty diary as it will be challenging.
Follow the guidelines for the mono and weekend detox at the start and the end. For the first day follow the guidelines for the mono diet. For day two and three follow the weekend detox guidelines. For the remaining days you should follow the breakfast regime, lunch would be some type of salad with seeds or raw nuts. Evening meal a bit more substantial with maybe brown rice, buckwheat noodles, tufu, or a baked potato. You may well feel tired in the beginning of the detox and maybe have some nasty side effects but by the end of the week you should be feeling on top of the world. Ensure you have some good reading matter, do some yoga, meditation, go for gentle walks, take a sietas, energising or warming bath depending on the time of day. For anyone on medication, or in poor health it would be best to consult with your practitioner to ensure that a detox is right for you!
HERB OF THE MONTH After many festive meals with drinks, it is warmly recomended to detox our body. Lot’s of water, vegetables and fruits and no fried foods, our bodies would appreciate this for a few weeks!! We can help with herbal remedies to make this depuration more effiecient. For the kidneys (filter of protein digestion) we could use Horse’s Tail, Birch and Stinging Nettle. For the liver and gall bladder (fat digestion) we recommend the herbs artichoke, milk thistle, boldo and desmodium. Desmodium adscendens is another wonderous herb which has been traditionally used by native people for a wide variety of conditions including: hepatitis, protection of liver from cirrhosis, muscle, tendon and spinal pain, rheumatism, asthma (has bronchialdilating qualities), allergic symptoms and eczema. In different studies has been proven its ability to help normalize elevated liver enzyme (transaminase) levels. As all of the liver friendly herbs can taste rather bitter, it is recommended to add either peppermint/spearmint, licorice (not in case of high blood pressure) or stevia to the infusion to achieve a nicer, drinkable flavour! Wishing you a very healthy and happy New Year 2014!! The DIRECTORY In print, online, social media and on the move ... we´ve got it covered!
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BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY
MAKING THE MOST OF GOOGLE Although it’s been a long time since I have worked on the “nitty gitty” of SEO and search marketing, I often get asked about it. The current tools available and up-todate methods differ a fair bit from my time in this area, but the core hasn’t changed that much and its worth considering your strategy and the business approach before investing time or money into this area. Make sure you understand the foundations of a good SEO campaign and read up a bit before approaching an ‘expert’. Here is how I think about what underlies the search engine process and how I think companies should start their strategic discussions on the topic.
GOOGLE’S MOTIVATION For any search engine to be successful, the user must get shown the most suitable websites that match their search terms otherwise the user is frustrated and disappointed that their question has not been answered. Google have become the most successful search engine because they are the best at providing the most relevant links in answer to the user’s query. People love to use Google because ‘Google always knows the answer’. To keep pleasing its users is therefore a major motivation for them. They will do all they can to ensure that the most relevant, reliable and useful websites appear at the top of a search result. This is why they are regularly changing their algorithms to prevent spammers from being listed and preventing ‘tricks’ from working.
YOUR MOTIVATION
KEYWORDS FOR SUCCESS
Getting onto the first search page of Google for your chosen keywords can bring a huge amount of traffic to your website. If your website is written well then this traffic can amount to a large number of conversions. This can be big money, which is why there is a whole industry out there dedicated to helping companies get there. Some are more ethical than others. When evaluating the methods used or information you get from anyone, always remember what drives Google. If your motivation ‘to be the best source providing help and information to a searcher’ matches Google’s goal then you will eventually, with the right guidance get there. Be honest with yourself though - does your site or company meet all the criteria?
The key to success is to identify the right keywords (what’s your niche?) and optimise for these. The last thing you will want is to get a large amount of traffic for something you don’t specialise in because enquires from this will waste your time.
Find some great tools here: http://www.google.com/analytics/apps/ results?category=Search%20Optimization
Thoughts by Natalie Haigh Technology Strategist and Business Efficiency Expert who splits her time between Malaga and Dorset uk.linkedin.com/in/nataliehaigh/
LA FIESTA DE LOS REYES
La Fiesta de los Reyes
Known in the English speaking parts of the world as the Epiphany, it is the arrival of the Three Wise Kings. The Cabalgata de los Reyes Magos (Three Kings’ Parade) takes place throughout Spain on the evening before Epiphany which is the night of January 5th. Celebrations are in every town and city, with masses of people gathering on the main roads and plazas in order to get a sighting of the arrival of the Three Kings into town. As the parades pass you will be showered with sweets which people scramble to collect - some take carrier bags, large hats and even umbrellas to catch them in! During the celebrations, on January 5th the Three Kings will go up on the stage and children have to queue for ages to get up there and see one of them - they will be asked how good they have been, and if they will continue to behave for the next year, then they will be given more sweets or toys. In Spain, it is not the Baby Jesus or Santa Claus who delivers the presents on Christmas Day, but Los Tres Reyes, The children of Spain receive gifts on January 6th, the day of the Epiphany. Children will leave their shoes on the windowsills and fill them with straw, carrots, and barley and leave water for the camels of the Wise Men. ... (A bit like leaving the mince pie and carrot for Santa and Rudolph). The favourite Reye is Balthazar who rides a donkey and is the one believed to leave the gifts. On the morning of the January 6th, presents will be left on the windowsills or balconies. Feliz Los Tres Reyes!!!
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BEAUTY
Author: Clare Saunders, The Hair & Beauty Studio, Lake Vinuela
CONCERNED WITH CHANGING SKIN IN THE COLD WINTER WEATHER? Why can skin become dry and itchy during the winter months? Dehydration and dryness are very common skin concerns during the winter months: these conditions reflect a loss of barrier lipids that help keep the skin hydrated, resulting in flakiness and often itchiness. Overly dry skin cannot protect nerve endings in the skin, leading to skin responses. Dehydrated skin means there is a disruption of the barrier integrity, which may also result in ingredients and microorganisms penetrating the skin, causing adverse effects such as stinging or itching. Exposure to skin-damaging factors such as sun, cold winds, air conditioning, central heating and low temperatures can dry out skin and excessive heat or cold are common triggers of sensitised skin. Low humidity is also a trigger of sensitivity. Our microclimate is just as important – what we expose our skin to in our home, cars, offices and airplanes changes daily, resulting in varying levels of sensitivity. For instance, we may be inadvertently sensitising our skin on a typical winter day, when we move from cold, dry winds outside to dry forced air heating inside. Both dry and dehydrated skin can experience:• Irritation, inflammation, itchiness and sensitivity • Slight to severe flaking and scaling • A feeling of tightness or tautness Here are our tips to help avoid and control sensitive skin: 1. Lifestyle choices will influence and inadvertently sensitise our skin. Avoid long periods of time outdoors and exposure to potential UV damage. 2. Cut down alcohol and smoking and avoid completely if possible: alcohol dilates blood vessels, increasing flushing, while smoking contributes to skin dehydration and exposes skin to polluting chemicals. 3. Avoid triggers – harsh cleansing, over exfoliation and skin care products with SD alcohol, artificial colour and fragrance, Formaldehyde, Lanolin. 4. Moisturise and help to repair the skin’s barrier function. To prevent entry of potential allergens through the micro cracks in the upper layers of the epidermis we need to replace the natural lipids and encourage the skin to replace its own lost barrier. 5. Opt for fragrance-free moisturisers rich in silicones, essential fatty acids, lipids and ceramides work well in this case. Protection from the sun is important and daily use of a fragrance free physical sunscreen of at least SPF20 is recommended. Try a formulation with Zinc Oxide or Titanium Dioxide in preference to chemical formulas that increase heat in the skin.
Use a cosmeceuticals skin system which uses the latest and most advanced forms of ingredient technology.
GIG GUIDE & MUSIC
MUSIC SCENE LEE TOWNSEND Lee is a guitar/vocalist from North West England who plays regularly in and around Nerja. He has been playing in bands and solo for the last 15 years and has built up a fair following in the local area since relocating to Spain in 2006. From 2008, Lee has performed at many of the expatriate weddings which happen in the summer season along with weekly performances at local venues. The bands Lee has played with include local power trio “Not To Fall”, with who he gained quite a strong following and much of his reputation with many of the wedding planners in the area. Since Lee’s brother and drummer of the band returned to England, he has been performing with “Midnight Mechanics” and “HdM”. More recently, Lee’s solo acoustic shows in which he covers artists such as Ed Sheeran, Jason Mraz, Oasis, Damien Rice etc, have been the subject of many conversations locally, especially after his performance as support act for The Bootleg Beatles, who played in Frigiliana in August last year.
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GIG GUIDE Keep a look out for Lee’s name at the local live music venues and try to catch one of his shows. Solo Web Site www.leetownsend.com Solo Facebook www.facebook.com/TweedNelson Solo Twitter www.twitter.com/TweedNelson Midnight Mechanics www.midnight-mechanics.com
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EVERY TUESDAY
GIG GUIDE
JAM SESSION at Jimmys Music Bar, Torrox Costa
EVERY FRIDAY LIVE MUSIC at La Casita, Torrox Costa
FRIDAY 24TH JANUARY Craig Newhouse at Moreno´s in Puente don Manuel Would you like your bar/restauranted featured in The Directory Gig Guide. Call or email us to find out how to be featured on this page for 2014
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WHAT´S ON TREE PLANTING PROJECT. The main activity of the PAZ Association is the awareness of the importance of nature in our lives, teaching values - through tree planting with informative workshops and motivation - as well as the development of the region. To find out more: Call 640 31 31 77 email: info@paz-park.com or visit website: www.paz-park.com We are a small group in friends in Cómpeta who have been singing together for about four years. We are currently looking for someone to give us some musical guidance during our weekly rehearsals with a view to giving occasional concerts. We like to sing in four part harmony and to include a wide mix of music in our repertoire. If you think you could help us please call : Katherine Paterson 952553656
TOGS (Torrox Golf Society)
Would you like a game of friendly but competitive golf every Sunday morning? TOGS (possibly the friendliest Society on the Costa) play every Sunday morning at Baviera and welcome new members, whether residents, frequent visitors or holiday makers. Our Society is made up of both male and female,various nationalities, and mixed abilities. For more information: Tel: 625 936 814 or Email our Captain George Clay torroxgolfsociety@gmail.com
Hypno Therapuetiques
Forthcoming Workshops held at Balcon de Europa Nerja 25 January 2014 Self-Hypnosis 31 January - 2nd February 2014 Hawaiian Huna (energy healing) 21-23 February 2014 Gain Emotional Freedom Call Marion on 711 771 972 for more information
CRC: Clothing Recycling Club every Friday 12 til 1pm Paco’s Bar Puente Don Manuel on the iron bridge. FREE exchange of clothing, whatever is left goes to a different charity every week. Now in its second year. “Saving money, Saving the environment, helping Charities.” 40
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JOIN US FOR OUR NEXT MEETING... Venue: Restaurante Natural&mente, Baviera Golf Club, Caleta de Velez.
JANUARY: MONDAY 13th
l Registration & Coffee: 9.00 am l Breakfast & Meeting: 9.30am-11.30am l Cost: €10.00 per person Price includes: tea/coffee/juice & Breakfast BY RESERVATION ONLY - BOOK YOUR PLACE TODAY
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KIDS ZONE "The Torremolinos 1/2 Marathon"
will be run on Saturday 2nd February starting at 10:00am. The names of the girls are Sharon Swaisland and Aileine Reynolds.
Get your felt tip pens out and colour in the image. Take it along completed to the Wonky Donkey shop and the first 10 children can win a Wonky Donkey mug.
They will be running on behalf of
"Footsteps4Oliver"
A charity to raise money for a 3 year boy to enable him to have surgery that will enable him to walk as he has Cerebral Palsy. The target of all the fund raising is £60,000. Both girls have been training hard and at the moment are running at least 25 miles each week. Good luck to both girls, enjoy the run and all Sharons customers at the "The Little Farmshop" in Puente Don Manuel will be routeing for you both. Sponsorship forms will be available at “The Little Farm Shop” and also at the Hair and Beauty Salon both in Puente don Manuel. Contact: johnandrosemary@hotmail.com to get sponsorship forms and to find out how to make donations on line.
Calle Los Huertos 9, Nerja See Wonky Donkey Advert in Clothes Shops Section
Local artist MARGARET RIORDAN has two ART EXHIBITIONS currently running until APRIL 2014 at Bar Choto Playa on the N340 at PEÑONCILLO Beach, Torrox Costa, (NOT on Tuesdays.) next to Ruta 34 motorcycles shop and the other in Restaurante Sevillano – El Rincón, Calle Gloria, Nerja Call Margaret for more information on: 952 539 839
Jokes from Ellie aged 8 Doctor Doctor, I swallowed a bone! Are you choking? No I really did!
Knock Knock Who´s there? Abe ! Abe who? Abcdefgh ..... !
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SPORT IN JANUARY
SPORT IN JANUARY CRICKET 3rd -7th is the 5th and final test in The Ashes Down under this is followed by a series of one day internationals and then starting in Jan in to early Feb a 3 match 20/20 series TENNIS 13th - 26th Australian Open
PREMIER LEAGUE
PREMIER LEAGUE
Wednesday 1st January Swansea City v Man City 13.45 Arsenal v Cardiff City 16:00 Crystal Palace v Norwich city 16:00 Fulham v West Ham 16:00 Liverpool v Hull City 16:00 Southampton v Chelsea 16:00 Stoke City v Everton 16:00 Sunderland v Aston Villa 16:00 West Brom v Newcastle 16:00 Man Utd v Tottenham 18:30 Saturday 11th January Hull City v Chelsea 13:45 Cardiff City v West Ham 16:00 Everton v Norwich City 16:00 Fulham v Sunderland 16:00 Southampton v West Brom 16:00 Tottenham v Crystal Palace 16:00 Man Utd v Swansea City 18:30 Sunday 12th January Newcastle Utd v Man City 15.05 Stoke City v Liverpool 17:10 Monday 13th January Aston Villa v Arsenal 21:00
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FOOTBALL Jan 1st Full program of Premier League and all Division football 4-5th Weekend is 3rd Round FA cup Weekend Capitol One Cup Semi final based on FA cup dates with the 2nd legs week beginning 20th Jan
Saturday 18th January Sunderland v Southampton 13:45 Arsenal v Fulham 16:00 Crystal Palace v Stoke City 16:00 Man City v Cardiff City 16:00 Norwich City v Hull City 16:00 West Ham v Newcastle Utd 16:00 Liverpool v Aston Villa 18:30 Sunday 19th January Swansea City v Tottenham 14:30 Chelsea v Man Utd 17:00 Monday 20th January West Brom v Everton 21:00 Tuesday 28th January Man Utd v Cardiff 20:45 Norwich v Newcastle 20:45 Southampton v Arsenal 20:45 Sunderland v Stoke 20:45 Swansea v Fulham 20:45 Crystal Palace v Hull 21:00 Liverpool v Everton 21:00 Wednesday 29th January Aston Villa v West Brom 20:45 Chelsea v West Ham 20:45 Spurs v Man City 20:45
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