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September 2016 / Issue 40
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An A-Z of Businesses in your area and more!
Dear Readers and Supporters Wow that was a hot one, is September going to be cooler? This month in our Out and About article we went across to the Costa Tropical to feature the beautiful La Herradura. What a treat it has been going over there to learn about the area, meeting some of the businesses and just generally enjoying the feel of the place. It is a perhaps a well kept secret ... until now, and absolutely worth a visit. There are some lovely cafes and chiringuitos to enjoy a lunch or dinner and the marina, albiet hidden away and a challenge to find is a must to see. Should you call in on any of the businesses mentioned in the article please let them know you found them in The Directory. Whilst it seems impossible in this heat to think about Christmas we are only 3 advertising months away from the festive season. If you have a business that is celebrating Christmas then get in contact and we can help you with your advertising. Have a great month and enjoy looking through this issue and as always a massive thank you for all your support. x Out and About articles written by Jennie Rhodes Front cover photograph by Rob Bell Photography. Capturing a Moment in Time. www.robbell.photography
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ACTIVITIES Buggy Buggy Tours is new in La Herradura. You can now enjoy a fantastic day out and see the real Andalucian countryside with spectacular views above the La Herradura bay and visibility stretching as far as Malaga to Motril. All the buggies are 2 seater 500 cc automatic 4x4. No experience is necessary but the driver of each buggy must have a Type B full car driving license and be 21 years of age or over. Tours can be from 1 1/2 hours to 3 hours or they can be customised to suit. The price is per buggy and each buggy takes a max of 2 people. Soft drinks and an andalucian style tapa are complimentary and there is free use of a camera on request. So whether you are here on holiday or live here permanently why not try something different, it´s a fabulous way to see the countryside.
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ALARM SYSTEMS Protecting Your Home From Break-Ins. A break-in, even when you’re not there, has a major impact on your and your family’s sense of safety and well-being. Help protect your home from break-ins with HOME SECURITY TIPS from ¡PERFECT Alarm! S.L. Tip No. 7 If you have a security system use It even you leave the house only for a few minutes. A typical burglar will be in your house for less than eight minutes. He’s not going to spend much time evaluating whether a piece of jewelry has a real diamond or not. Keep your alarm system well maintained to avoid false alarms. Likewise, make sure everybody in your house is very familiar with the alarm’s operation. Your system showing wires which can easy be cut, like phone lines or external siren? Then it is time to change to a wireless system. New systems use the mobile phone line and prepaid SIM cards can be used for a bargain but safe solution. Very important: Pass this tip onto your family members as well.
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AWNINGS
BEAUTY SALONS
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AUDIO VISUAL PRODUCTIONS
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BEDS / BED LINEN
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BRITISH FOOD SHOPS
RussellsBritishStore August Offer
BBQ Packs 6 x Pork Sausages 4 x Steak Burgers 4 x Mint Lamb Kofta Kebabs 4 x Chilli Chicken Kebabs
Only €14,95
Vast Range Of Vegetarian Products British Bread, Crumpets, Scones Ales, Beers, Ciders, Cakes, Sweets & So Much More
Find Us On Avenida El Faro Next To La Caixa Bank In Torrox Costa
610 86 42 75 russellsbritishstore
COMPUTER SUPPLIES The recently opened Best of British shop in Nerja has many of your favourite english foods, drinks and confectionery. Open Monday to Friday 10am – 2.30pm & 5pm – 7pm. Saturday 10am – 2.30pm and closed Sundays. Call in to see them ... you will be in for a treat !
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CUDECA (CANCER CARE)
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CURRENCY TRANSFERS
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DENTISTS
EMPLOYMENT
FRAMES
FUNERAL PLANS DRAINS
GARDENING
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FURNITURE AND FURNISHINGS
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GIFT SHOP
HAIRDRESSERS
HEALTH FOOD SHOP
INSURANCE
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INTERNET PROVIDERS
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LAWYERS (ABOGADOS)
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LEGAL MATTERS
MECHANICS
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MECHANICS
MOBILITY EQUIPMENT
PHOTOGRAPHY
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PLACESTO TOEAT EATAND ANDDRINK DRINK PLACES
THIS MONTH´S COCKTAIL Morgan Monster Ingredients: 40ml spiced rum, 1pt sour mix Top up with soda 2 dashes bitters Combine the rum, sour mix and soda water into the glass. Stir to combine Garnish with 2 lemon wedges Top with 2 dashes bitters
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PROPERTY GUIDE SUNSET PROPERTIES SPAIN
Tel: 618 295 063 / 951 067 711 Website: www.sunsetproperties-spain.com At Sunset Properties Spain we offer a friendly, reliable, professional and proactive service covering the whole of the Axarquía region. Our website is easy to use and always up to date and our property descriptions are comprehensive. Our ethos is all about customer service, for sellers as well as buyers. If you market your property with us we won’t forget you after the first few months!
COMPETA PROPERTIES S.L.
Avenida Sayalonga 24b, Competa Tel 952 516 107 Avenida Constitucion 37B, Competa Tel 952 553 589 Plz de la Constitucion 4, Bajo, Torrox Pueblo Tel 952 538 337
Website: www.competaproperties.com
Competa Properties S.L. have three offices and a team of dedicated, multinational staff to help you sell, purchase, rent or maintain your property. We offer our depth of experience and the knowledge that you will always come first with us.
DREAM PROPERTIES
Lima 1 Edif. Armijo - Local 1-2, 29780 Nerja Tel: +34 952 527 272 or +44 173 280 7657 Website: www.dreampropertiesnerja.com Dream Properties is one of Nerja´s largest and most reputable independent Estate Agents specialising in the sale of residential properties within Nerja and its neighbouring Andalusia towns and villages. Dream Properties embraces the latest IT technology available in the real estate industry. Nevertheless at the heart of our business is belief that personal, quality and honest negotiation ultimately delivers the best results for our buyers and vendors.
SERGIO FERNÁNDEZ PROPERTIES
Avda. Constitución, 24-B, 29754 Cómpeta Tel: (0034) 952 516 753 / 676 512 206 Website: www.sergiofernandezproperties.com Can’t find the perfect property? Contact us today and we will find it! Can’t sell the perfect property? Contact us and we will sell it! Everything you need for your property: buying, selling, maintaining or designing. Contact us today. A fresh new approach, years of experience! 34
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PROPERTY GUIDE SPANISH MANAGEMENT
Calle Pizzaras 40 Vinuela (next to the Farmacia) Tel: (0034) 666 135 516 or (0034)650 702 258 Website: www.spanishmanagement.com Spanish Management is a friendly, focused business with many years experience, offering a complete property service of sales/rentals (always over 200 properties on the books!) and personalised management services. In partnership with a building and plumbing company who will be delighted to quote you for any job big or small. Visit the offices in Viñuela and be assured of a warm welcome! English and Spanish spoken.
SUN & BEACH PROPERTIES
Avda. Prieto Moreno, esq. C/Las Palomas, La Herradura, Granada Tel: 958 640 988 / 666 714 186 Website: www.sunandbeachproperties.com
Sun & Beach Properties is your estate agent’s to rent, buy and sell in La Herradura. Are you looking to buy a property? Do you want to sell or rent your home? Contact us and we’ll help you sell and find your dream house. We manage energy certificates, land registry, tax, energy efficiency and installation of renewable energy supplies, maintenance and cleaning. We are always looking for property all over the Costa del Sol and the Costa Tropical.
TAURUS REAL ESTATE Avda. de la Constitucion, 31. Competa Tel: 952 535 043 / 952 516 633 Website: www.taurusrealestate.com Taurus Real Estate are a friendly, high quality estate agents covering Competa and surrounding areas. An independent English estate agent with a wealth of knowledge and experience of the local areas & customs. Join us and turn your property dreams into reality.
THE HOUSE SPECIALIST ONLINE Tel: 635 816 717 Email: info@thsoline.es Website: www.thsonline.es
The House Specialist Online offers customers a wide range of services in the property market. With its portfolio of properties on the Costa del Soland and inland, they market you property online to reach a worldwide audience. If you are looking to sell or purchase a property you are in good hands. 36
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RADIO STATIONS
F O PRO Tel: 632 387 028
SECOND HAND STORES
SUPERMARKET
SWIMMING POOLS / SPAS
STAIRLIFTS
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TRAVEL AGENCY
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Whether it be the people, the scenery, the activities or the flora and fauna it’s hard to imagine any other country on the planet with such diversity. Almost exactly 5 times the size of the UK, South Africa is a destination that warrants several visits, but if you only have one chance then the top of most peoples lists are Cape Town combined with one of the worldclass safari areas. Each Province of South Africa has its own unique attractions and reasons to visit. Cape Town’s home province, the Western Cape, has much to offer including the Garden Route, whale-watching in and around Hermanus and the fine wines, fine dining and beautiful scenery of the Winelands. Further along the Indian Ocean coast is the Eastern Cape where you can take in malaria-free game viewing and spend some time discovering the rugged coastline and endless beaches of the Wild Coast. KwaZulu Natal has a huge range of temptations, from walking in the Drakensberg Mountains or relaxing on its beautiful beaches to the history of the Battlefields, where some of the bloodiest battles of the late 19th Century were fought, to the fantastic game opportunities. Further north lie the Provinces of Mpumalanga and Limpopo where you will find the
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SOUTH AFRICA
Kruger National Park and the private game reserves along its western border, forming the Greater Kruger area. Johannesburg & Pretoria are in the state of Gauteng while the North West Province is home to Sun City and the Madikwe Game Reserve. Some of the World’s most famous and luxurious rail journeys can also be found in South Africa: Rovos Rail, the Blue Train and the Shongololo Express. South Africa Facts Travel between October – March in most areas for excellent weather Tanzania has the best views on safari for Animal Migration between October – February Victoria Falls are in full flow between April – June Whale Migration in and around Hermanus between September – November Best game viewing in the Kruger area between June - September Spring flowers on the Garden Route between August – September GMT +2 - +4 depending on the country British Passport holders may need a visa to certain country’s Vaccinations – Highly recommended Please contact Carolyn Hasson at Triangle Travel for more information Telephone - 604302637 Email – carolynhasson@triangletravel.co.uk
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WEBSITE DESIGN
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WELLBEING FARMACIA ALFONSO MONLLOR PROTECT YOUR SKIN FROM THE SUN Anti wrinkles with " Botox " effect to rejuvenate and give elasticity to the skin Reduce redness and dark circles
FREE Specialist Days:
Call in to find out about Specialist days in September Health Food Shop Talk to Farmacia Alfonso Monllor
Tel: 952 545 220
Farmacia, Avenida Moscatel s/n TORRE DEL MAR
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Being blind with perfect eyesight PIES Y BIENESTAR We all know how to do it. Turning a blind eye, or a deaf ear to something we don’t want see or hear about. We probably learned it in school on subjects that we didn´t understand or too boring to follow. In our times it is taking on improbable proportions and may the fastest growing illness of all times. Only seconds or minutes pass before we know all the bad things that are happening in the world, one of the latest being that the arctic zone is saying goodbye due to global warming. I don’t know anyone who can cope well with the day to day information overload. We do need to communicate and find out about things but in a digestable format and speed. Moreover we need to keep abreast with the things we can do something about. The simplest solution is to turn the blind eye to anything which does not affect us directly. It is not a good solution. Every time we do it we loose a bit of quality of life. In reality we are saying, someone else has to do something about it. In the end that quick fix applies to ourselves as well. So I have put on a few kilos. But I don’t look to bad do I? We look in the mirror and don’t like what we see. I know. I’ll start spending time in the gym. The situations creep up on us and either we don’t know enough or don’t care enough to prevent things from happening. Solution, we turn a blind eye. Or we catch an addiction like drinking, eating too much sugar or spending hour daily on Facebook. Unfortunately we use the same solution with more serious health issues like cardiovascular problems, cancer, diabetes, Alzheimers and a long list of potentialities. 44
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The truth is that most people that need loosing a bit of volume, don’t have the time or energy to go to the gym to work it off. Even if they go there the probability is almost zilch that it is the correct solution to the problem. Going to a gym is not and has never been a prerequisite for good health. Being healthy though is a prerequisite for having a better life. Other conditions, like having money, may overshadow everything else but does it help someone dying from cancer if he has money? Better palliative care possibly? Cancer and most serious or autoinmune illnesses can be prevented with a healthy lifestyle, at least in the majority of cases. A serious error in our society is that we turn a blind eye to anything that appears not to need attention, and then desperately we try to handle it with whatever means when things break. This applies to your health, but also to your car and your TV set. If the TV collects dust in its filters for a couple of years it will overheat and break. Then you want it fixed immediately. When your body breaks, you may opt for a pill to quieten it down instead of handling the cause behind the problem. Lots of money being spent on illness and very little on prevention. Blind eyes all over. The bottom line of all this is that in the end nothing is going to be fixed, not wages, education, health care, roads, corruption, or whatever we would like fixed. To get anything done we need at least to look after our own
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health and the health of those we care for. Everybody has a value and can contribute something to the well being of everyone else. Doing so improves health, self esteem and hopes for the future all around. Soon we will be launching the health care project SALUDAMOS Life - Coach, (saludamos is Spanish for making things healthy). Contact us for more information. If no one else counts on you, we do. Something can always be done, and now you know that it is you that have to be doing it. Call +34 722188811 or come and see us at Pies y Bienestar on Calle Pintada 73 in Nerja.
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WINDOWS & DOORS
WEB WORLD
Marketing Your Business on Instagram Instagram is one of the most popular marketing platforms and businesses are eager to establish a presence on the social networking site. Here are my tips for Instagram marketing: High-Quality Photos: It’s essential to take the best possible photographs to make your Instagram feed look good. Cross-Promotion: Instagram’s biggest trend right now is sharing the love by tagging others or promoting other companies, products and services. There’s higher recognition and increased followers for everyone. Trending Hashtags: Use Instagram’s Explore feature to find posts on trending hashtags, then you can use the ones relevant to your brand in your posts to gain more reach. Mix Videos and Photos: A video can generate three times more traffic than written posts, it’s a valuable tool that
can be used to engage followers and drive traffic. Sponsored Ads: Sponsored ads on Instagram are becoming a regular occurrence on people’s timelines. Before, only people following the account would see photo updates, whereas now brands can promote these to anyone within their target audience, giving them a whole new audience to target. Make Posts Shareworthy: Pairing images with captions is an effective way to engage your audience. Complete the image with a detailed caption and relevant hashtags - the entire combination results in a shareworthy post. Instagram can be one of the most timeconsuming social media platforms to manage, because most of it can only be done from your mobile device - but the return is well worth it. Call Eleanor Makin at Quantum23 to find out more about websites. See ad under Websites. 47
Currency News Rip-off exchange rates hit the airports once again ! UK airport exchange bureaus, some of them brand names we would even recognise here in Spain, recently offered GBP to Euro at a rate of 0.99p. Whilst sterling has remained under pressure of late, it has continued to trade at around the 1.15 to 1.17 margin. Another example of why you need to think carefully when deciding how to convert your money. On a wider scale, sterling began to recover some of its recent losses with inflationary figures coming in better than expected and a rise in retail sales confirms Brits are spending more and pumping as a consequence, more money back into the economy. On the other side of the world, Japan is facing another financial crises as its Government introduced a 200 Billion quantative easing package. Experts however predict that once this money has been used, Japan´s underlying problems will remain. Japanese exports have nosedived and the Yen, perceived as a safehaven currency has been under increasing pressure.
SPANISH CUISINE
Manchego
This is a type of cheese and is generally made from the milk of sheep. One of Spain’s best known cheeses, made from ewe’s milk. It originated in La Mancha Hence the name, but is now made all over the country. It’s sold fresh or slightly aged in olive oil, and has a deep yellow rind and creamy white interior. It’s firm to the touch with a buttery nutty taste that’s slightly sour. It’s a good grating cheese that melts well. It is served as a tapa in most bars and used in many recipes. Manchego is similar type of cheese to engish cheddar but is normally quite mature.
Back to the UK and a recent report indicates with many Brits remaining at home for their annual holidays, the UK tourism industry is looking at a 1.4 billion boost this year (funny that, I thought there were more Brit tourists here this year than ever before ???) For more information call Melanie Radford at Currencies Direct. See their advert under Currency Transfers
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Tina is happy to help with your cooking dilemmas and is also available for parties etc . She does cooking for holidaymakers and clients. Recently donating a meal cooked in your own home to a local charity. Call Tina on 666 135 516 or Email officespanishmanagement@yahoo. co.uk
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OUT AND ABOUT
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This month we’re stepping (four kilometres to be precise) out of the Axarquía and into… …La Herradura, so called because of its perfect horseshoe-shaped bay; herradura meaning horseshoe in Spanish. Although there is evidence of the town existing as far back as the bronze-age and later a Moorish settlement including a small castle near the mouth of the river, as well as the origins of the lighthouse on the Punta de la Mona, which in the 18th century became a lookout tower, it is the story of the shipwreck from the Spanish Armada which really puts La Herradura in the history books. In 1562 the Spanish Armada sheltered at La Herradura from a storm, on its way to Oran, a then Spanish-held city in northern Algeria. When it was thought that the storm had passed the ships attempted to set sail again. However, the wind had changed
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direction and tragically 25 of the 28 ships in the fleet collided with each other, hit rocks and sunk around Punta de la Mona and Playa Berenguales. It is believed that up to five thousand sailors lost their lives. A further 2000 are said to have been able to swim to shore and survive due to the fact that they were mainly slaves and therefore wearing lighter clothing and fitter than the other wealthier
passengers. The tragedy is even referred to in Miguel de Cervantes’ famous novel, Don Quijote, in which he mentions the death of the daughter of Don Alonso de Maraíon, a Knight of Santiago. If you look carefully outside the San Jose church in the town, the immortal words of Cervantes are inscribed and in 1990 a monument in memory to the disaster was placed on the seafront. La Herradura belongs to the town of Almuñécar, in the province of Granada and as Malaga province is known as the Costa del Sol, the Granada coastline calls itself the Costa Tropical. Around two kilometres of beach stretch from Cerro Gordo in the west along to Punta de la Mona in the east. A short drive around Punto de la Mona will bring you to the picturesque Marina de Este where moored yachts bob around in the water, while cafés, bars and restaurants offer classy cocktails, fine dining and coffee with stunning views!
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La Herradura’s Paseo Marítimo, or promenade, is named after one of Spain’s most famous classical guitarists; the late Andrés Segovia (born 1893, Linares). In recognition of his contributions to music and the arts, Segovia was given the title of Marqués de Salobreña by King Juan Carlos 1 in 1981, six years before his death in Madrid in 1987. He spent much of his retirement in his summer house in La Herradura and his legacy is still very much alive today in the town, in the form of the annual Andrés Segovia International Classical Guitar Competition, which next year, in its 32nd year, will mark the 30th anniversary of its founder’s death. The event will take place from 17th until 21st of January 2017. La Herradura is particularly popular with divers and diving excursions, courses and other water sports including paddlesurf and kayaking can be booked through the numerous water sports centres in Marina de Este and on the Paseo Marítimo. As well as water sports, La Herradura offers stunning views from its lighthouse at Punta de la Mona, which separates the town from Marina de Este as well as 55
La Herradura’s civic centre, Palacete de la Najarra, Avenida de Europa. www.turismoalmunecar.es and buses run daily from Nerja, Torre del Mar and Almuñécar. Visit www.alsa.es for timetables and prices.
the Cerro Gordo viewpoint to the west, shared with neighbouring Maro in Malaga province. Cerro Gordo was declared a nature reserve by the Junta de Andalucía in 1989 thanks to the diversity of its maritime ecosystem, which includes the endangered ‘orange coral.’ The place really comes to life in the summer months when tourists looking for adventure sports mingle with those wanting to simply relax and enjoy this enchanting coastal town. Bars, cafés and restaurants spill out onto the paseo offering a truly idyllic atmosphere. La Herradura has a population over just over 4,000. Although still predominantly Spanish, many foreigners have 56
moved to the town, drawn not only by its beauty but also its artistic feel. Dutch national Jeroen Stultiens, who runs CostaMundo (see his advert on page 9) moved there with his family having visited on holiday previously and the extremely talented guitarist and singer, Tijs Groen, also from Holland, has been living in the town since 2014. He has become somewhat of a local celebrity as he performs regularly in many of the chiringuitos (beach bars) in the area and beyond. Another well-known foreigner in La Herradura is British Luthier, Stephen Hill, who runs his internationally renowned workshop and guitar-making courses in the town. On a practical note the tourist office is located in
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With the dramatic backdrop of the Sierra Nevada mountains rising behind the town, a natural park and so many water sports, this horseshoeshaped bay is truly a gem of a destination! Written by Jennie Rhodes
Looking to buy, sell or rent your property? Call in to Sun & Beach Properties. To plan and furnish your home visit the fantastic showroom of Shane Williams Interiors. Fancy an adventure? Get in contact with Buggy Buggy Tours they will take you around the area for a scenic tour.
La Herradura Sea Festival On 7 – 8 October, people from in and around La Herradura will join together to celebrate and share stories of the sea at the town´s popular annual Sea Festival. The fun starts on Friday with a colourful parade along the seafront. A samba band drumming alongside floats carrying hundreds of school children in sea masks, a ´banco´ of mermaids and mermen, and giant Orca and jellyfish. Activities at the Centro Civico and La Herradura beach include: • •
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Children´s workshops on marine biology, water, wind, knots and recycled crafts. An underwater-themed puppet show, sea films and photos, including the inspiring young entrants from this year´s photography competition (Concurso de Fotografia Juvenil). International specialists discussing La Herradura´s unique sea life and upcoming maritime research. Opportunities to sail, surf, and win a `try-dive’ with local dive school. Paella, bar, live music and quizzes.
During the closing ceremony, Amigos del Mar will announce the winners of the Concurso de Fotografia Juvenil plus the top five mermaid/ mermen costumes. And there´s more to come. Get involved, enter the competitions, and watch the activities unfold at Amigos del Mar on Facebook.
Grid 1 Municipal Market 2 Bus Station 3 Petrol Station 4 Civic Centre 5 Football PItch 6 Castle 7 Sports Pavillion Map for illustrative purposes only
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PUZZLES PAGE PUZZLE PAGE
Codebreaker Each letter in this puzzle is represented by a number 1-26. Can you crack the code and solve the crossword? Every letter of the alphabet is used at least once. Three letters are already in place to get you started.
WORD SEARCH ABSENCE AMUSEMENT BREAK CAPER CAREFREE DIVERSION, ENJOYMENT ENTERTAINMENT ESCAPADE ESCAPISM EXCURSION FESTIVITY FIELD DAY FREE TIME FREEWHEELING FROLIC HOBBY HOLIDAY
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Join the latest trend of colouring a great way to unwind and relax, so get your colouring pens out
Crossword Across 1. Extremely cold (5) 4. Out of fashion (5) 8. Communication channel (7) 9. Crowd scene actor (5) 10. Part of a church (5) 11. Unlawful (7) 12. Natural abilities or qualities (6) 14. Conundrum (6) 18. Malleable (7) 20. Irritated (5) 22. Spear (5) 23. Acute (7) 24. Stringed instrument (5) 25. Overheads (5)
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USEFUL INFO
Emergencies Fire Brigade: Ambulance: National Police: Guardia Civil Sea Rescue Reporting Theft
112 080 061 091 062
Local Police Frigiliana: Pl. el Ingenio Frigiliana Nerja: San Miguel, Nerja Torre del Mar: Torrox: Almedina 22, Torrox
National Police (Torre del Mar): 952 54 20 00 Protección Civil:
900 20 22 02 902 10 21 12 952 53 31 26 952 52 15 45 952 54 92 38 952 53 98 28
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Health Vélez-Málaga Hospital: 951 06 70 00 Urgencias 902 50 50 61
STREET MARKETS Monday Torrox Costa & Torrox Pueblo Tuesday Nerja Wednesday Algarrobo Costa Thursday Frigliana, Torre del Mar, VelezMalaga Saturday Competa & Caleta Sunday Nerja Car boot Sale
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Yogi ADVENTURE I’ve been banging on about kayaking for ages and each time I’ve booked, it’s been cancelled due to winds – even when I went all the way to Cabo de Gata for a kayaking adventure during San Juan. I didn’t tell my compadres about my kayaking ‘hex’ at the time though Anyway, my friend Karen was over from the UK. And we managed to rope in my intrepid adventurer friend, Melanie, who was undeterred by our marathon walk of the River Chillar. So we booked a two-hour Nerja to Maro kayaking adventure with Educare Aventura on Burriana Beach. I was teaching a private yoga client – Katja on the beach beforehand, and it was her last session before flying back to Germany. We asked if she wanted to join us –por supuesto! So after a sustaining brunch of coffee, churros and chocolate, all four of us headed down to the kayaking place. The office was packed with noisy people in beach gear, so it was hard to tell whether we’d missed our time spot. But all was good, and some people from our booking didn’t turn up. So after waiting on the beach to see whether anyone else would join our gang, we headed off – just the four of us, and our guide David. “Have we picked the worst time?” I thought.. Apparently not. Paddling along the coastline’s crystalline waters, we saw testosterone-fuelled teens tumbling from cliffs (for fun, I hasten to add..). We visited
c a v e s , fresh-water waterfalls, sweeping beaches, and an imposing ‘fertility stone’. David pointed these out, explaining their significance to the area while taking shots of us with a Go-Pro. Apparently, the waters around this coastline are so clear because of plants that act as water filters. These plants can also be found in Cabo de Gata. And after snorkelling in an incredible lagoon in Playa Playazo there, I must agree that the water has a similar clarity, with amazing visibility. So we ‘parked’ (floated?) our kayaks near Maro beach and snorkelled around reefs teeming with fish, sea anemones, crabs, the works. Then, we made our way back to Burriana Beach, paddling past the coastal superhighway of stand up paddle boarders and kayaking groups. The kayaking was easy enough; but we had worked up a hunger by the time we got back. So we topped off the adventure with paella and tinto veranos. The perfect way to appreciate the local sealife - from seabed to plate. Hasta pronto! Sal Samadhi Mañana sally@samadhi-manana.com www.samadhi-manana.com
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WHAT´S ON ALMIJARA BOWLS CLUB, Nerja. Resident or visiting Nerja, why not try your hand at Short Mat Bowling - the “Almijara Bowls Club at the La Raqueta Tenis, Nerja. 6 rinks to play on, tuition available. Club days on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday, to 1.30 pm. Contact David Trippas at trpps@yahoo.co.uk or 653595784 for more information. NERJA HISTORY GROUP, a group of enthusiastic amateurs who are interested in Spanish History. Every month, a talk and the following week, an excursion to a place of interest. Meetings each first Friday Oct-March, 11.30 am Cultural Centre, C/Granada, Nerja. 6€ min donation. Trip prices to be given at the meeting. Christina Sinclair, Co-ordinator Nerja History Group. Tel: 687 602 057 email: nerjahistorygroup@yahoo.com. http://www.nerjahistorygroup.es/
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
PHONEIX SOCIAL CLUB
Meet every Tuesday between 12.00 and 2.00 PM at La Vega restaurant, Torre del Mar. Call Gail on 951067723, mobile 626370695 or email phoenixsocialclub@ yahoo.co.uk Catch us on the web – www. phoenixsocialclub.co.uk If you would like your What´s On details included for your charity in this section, please email hello@the-directory.es before the 15th of each month 62
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CLUB INTERNACIONAL DE NERJA opens its doors from its summer break to all it members and visitors far and wide. Come down and see our nearly renovated seating areas and check out our latest outings and events, prices listed are for members only, please enquire with the club for visitor’s prices.
September 3rd Club Opens @ 11.00 hrs, 100
Club Draw @ 13.00 hrs. 14th Camera Club @ The Club House (Small Fee) 15th Quiz @ The Club House €3. 19th Darts @ The Club House. 19th Walking Tour of Nerja & Frigiliana with guide €10. 21st Tapas Tour around Nerja €10. 23rd Spanish Lessons Start 10 weeks’ members only €20. 26th Darts @ The Club House. 28th Gibraltar Day Trip. Coach parks at Morrison’s €11. 28th Camera Club @ The Club House (Small Fee) 29th Camera Club Exhibition @ The Club House Invitation Only.
October 1st 100 Club Draw @ 13.00 hrs.
3rd Darts @ The Club House. 4th Caminito Del Rey Walk €25. 6th Pamper Night Ladies Only @ The Club House €10. 10th Marbella & Mijas Walking Tour with Guide Carmen €20. 10th Darts @ The Club House. 12th Camera Club @ The Club House (Small Fee) 17th Darts @ The Club House. 19th Pampaneira & Trevelez Ham & Chocolate Tasting €15. 20th Quiz @ The Club House €3. 24th Malaga Botanical Gardens €16. 24th Darts @ The Club House. 26th Gibraltar Day Trip, Coach parks at Morrison’s €11. 26th Camera Club @ The Club House (Small Fee) 27th Bollywood Night @ The Club House €11. 31st Darts @ The Club House.
WHAT´S ON Note: Quiz & Dart nights bar open from 19.30 hrs & please check latest schedule for Camera Club Events.
NERJA 41 CLUB: Nerja 41 Club continues its search for former Round Tablers. Past members of the thousands of Round Tables throughout the world who are living East of Malaga full time or for part of the year are invited to join our local Ex Tablers Club, known as the East of Malaga or Nerja 41 Club. Nerja 41 Club meets twice a month on the first and third Thursdays. If you are an Ex Tabler come and join us for lunch with our ladies and/ or a 41 Club meeting. Try our website nerja41club.org or Alfie Fornear on 626 998 626 Email: a.fornear@hotmail.com
On Wednesday the 7th of September we celebrate the “Noche de las lumbres”. A traditional night of lighting fires to honor the Virgin and say thanks for a good harvest. In town (Plaza del Carmen – 21.00h) a big fire will be lit, together with live music and food and drinks. More information at the Town hall or the tourist office.
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Club Internacional De Nerja, Calle San Juan 42. Nerja 29780. Social and Cultural Association No 1612 Telephone during opening hours +34 952 521 858. Opening hours Mon from 19.30 hrs Tues, Thurs and Sat 11.00 to 14.00 hrs Open Some Thursday Evenings check for details Facebook: cidnerja Email: clubinternacionaldenerja@outlook.com “Totally run by volunteers”
COMPETA NEWS
Escuela de adultos/ Adult school: From the 1st until the 15th of September you can register at the town hall for the courses offered for adults during 2016-2017. Fill in a form at the Town Hall and enjoy all the courses! “From fantasy to reality”: From the 26th of September until the 14th of October English textile artist Jo Dennison will be having a retrospective Exhibition in the Salón de Actos in Cómpeta (bleow the town hall). More information can be found on her website: www. jodennison.net
Oficina de turismo. Do you need more information about Cómpeta? Visit our lovely tourist office at the entrance of the town! Opening hours: Monday - Saturday: 10.00 – 15.00. Sundays: 10.00 – 14.00 Also on Facebook you can follow up on the latest news: www.facebook.com/ ayuntamientodecompeta
Nerja DFAS (Part of The National Association of Decorative & Fine Arts Societies)
We meet each 2nd Tuesday of the month between October & May at the Cultural Centre (Casa Cultura), Calle Granada, Nerja at 6pm. For anyone interested in having fun and enjoying the Arts & Culture in all forms you will be most welcome either to join our vibrant Society or just to come along to one of our events as a visitor.nnVisit our very active website www. nerjanadfas .org or call Helen on 633 028 559 for any questions you may have and further information.
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LUX MUNDI ECUMENCIAL CENTRE
Torre del Mar. Avda. Moscatel 1”I”, (Jardines Viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la Viña), Torre del Mar, 29740. Opening hours Monday through Friday 10.00 to 13.00 and 15.00 to 18.00. Tel.952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@lux-mundi.org Web: www.lux-mundi.org
LUX MUNDI, TORRE DEL MAR SEPTEMBER COMING EVENTS AND EXCURSIONS. Saturday 3rd September – Roman Catholic Mass in English re-starts at the Centre. Time 18.00. Monday 5th September– Half Orange (widows, widowers and singles). “Bring and Share” lunch at the Centre. Time 13.00. Monday 5th September - German coffee afternoons re-start at the Centre. Time 15.00.
Tuesday 6th September – Photography Group. Don´t forget to bring your camera. Please phone Rob Bell for information Tel: 951066688 or mobile 678204428.Ticket price 4€ per lesson available at the Centre. Proceeds for fund raising. Time 16.00. Wednesday 7th September – Art Group re-starts at the Centre. Time 15.00 Thursday 15th September - Coach excursion to Gibraltar. Ticket price 12 Euros available at the Centre. Proceeds for fund raising. PASSPORTS / I.D. REQUIRED. Tuesday 20th September - Spanish language tuition re-starts Tuesday to Friday at the Centre. Time 10.30 – 13.00. Tuesday 20th September - Photography Group. Don´t forget to bring your camera. Please phone Rob Bell for information Tel: 951066688 or mobile 678204428.Ticket price 4€ per lesson available at the Centre. Proceeds for fund raising. Time 16.00. Tuesday 20th September – Quiz Night. Time 18.00pm for 18.30pm. Friday 23rd September - Taizé Prayer. Please come and meet friends of the Spanish Evangelical Church (Presbyterian) and Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre who invite you to share in a “time of prayer and meditation” at the San Andrés Parish Church, Torre del Mar. Time 20.45.
OCTOBER COMING EXCURSIONS. Saturday 15th October. Coach Excursion to ´Fiddler on the Roof´ Salon Varieties. Lux mundi, Torre del Mar invite you and your friends to join them on a coach excursion to see the famous musical with music by Jerry Bock, lyrics by Sheldon Harnick, and book by Joseph Stein, set in the Pale of Settlement of Imperial Russia in 1905. I The coach will arrive in Fuengirola at approximately 18.00 and there will be free timed for you to have a meal. The show starts at 20.00. Ticket price 28 Euros available at the Centre, this includes coach, tickets and insurance. All proceeds to fund raising. For further information and bookings please contact the Centre, Torre del Mar Tel.952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@lux-mundi.org .Please note you are unable to make bookings through the web site and sorry we cannot accept cards
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COSTA ANIMAL SOCIETY CAS Jumble Sale - The Costa Animal Society (CAS) invites you to a Jumble Sale at the Fellowship of the King Church (around the corner from the town-centre Mercadona in Nerja) on Friday, September 16 at 3.00pm. Good quality second-hand clothing and bric-a-brac will be on sale from €2, plus a cake stall with tea and coffee. Come on down to see what is on offer or just enjoy some tasty treats and remember to keep calm and carry home a bargain. For more information please contact Vera at 95 252 9670. Annual Seacrest Hog Roast - Seacrest Kennels and Cattery will be hosting its 11th Annual Hog Roast Barbeque in aid of the Costa Animal Society (CAS) on Friday, September 30, at 8.00pm. This event is always a fun evening to mark the end of summer with music provided by DJ Kapt’n Krap. The evening will include a fun raffle and all proceeds from the night will go directly to helping the animals in need. Tickets at €20 per person include a hog roast buffet with complimentary salads and vegetarian options, plus a half bottle of wine. Booking in advance is essential with Laura and Kurt at 95 252 1426. Conrad’s Curry Night - Conrad is well-known in the area for making some of the tastiest curries around, and he will offering his talents to the Costa Animal Society (CAS) on Saturday, October 1. There will be a range of curries on the menu with varying tastes, from very mild to a bit hotter, so come and try something different. The evening will be held in Torrox on Saturday, October 1, and the ticket price of €25 includes food and wine. Full details and reservations from Karen on 722 172 575.
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SPORT IN SEPTEMBER
SPORT IN SEPTEMBER
CRICKET
1st Fourth ODI England v Pakistan, Headingley 4th Fifth ODI England v Pakistan, Cardiff 7th Twenty20 England v Pakistan, Old Trafford
FOOTBALL
WORLD CUP QUALIFYING 4th Slovakia v England 18.00 4th Czech Republic v N Ireland 20.45 4th Malta v Scotland 20.45 5th Serbia v Rep of Ireland 20.45 5th Wales v Moldova 20.45 5th Spain v Liechenstein 20.45 LADBROKES SCOTTISH PREMIERSHIP 10th Celtic v Rangers 13:00, Aberdeen v Inverness CT 16:00, Dundee v Kilmarnock 16:00, Hearts v Hamilton 16:00, Partick Thistle v St Johnstone16:00, Ross County v Motherwell 16:00 17th Kilmarnock v Partick Thistle 16:00, Motherwell v Hamilton 16:00, Rangers v Ross County 16:00, St Johnstone v Hearts 16:00
Saturday 10 September 2016
18th Dundee v Aberdeen 13:00, Inverness CT v Celtic 16:00 24th Celtic v Kilmarnock 16:00, Hearts v Ross County 16:00, Inverness CT v Dundee 16:00, Partick Thistle v Motherwell 16:00 25th Aberdeen v Rangers 14:00, Hamilton v St Johnstone 16:00
FORMULA ONE
2nd-4th Italian Grand Prix, Monza 16th-18th Singapore Grand Prix, Singapore 30th-2nd Oct Malaysian Grand Prix, Kuala Lumpur
GOLF
1st-4th Omega European Masters, Switzerland 2nd-5th Deutsche Bank Championship, Boston 8th-11th KLM Open, The Dutch, Netherlands 8th-11th BMW Championship, Crooked Stick 15th-18th Italian Open, Golf Club Milano, Italy 22nd-25th TOUR Championship by Coca- Cola, East Lake GC, US 22nd-28th Porsche European Open, Germany 30th-2nd Oct Ryder Cup, Hazeltine National, US
TENNIS
29th Aug- 11th US Open, Flushing Meadow, US
PREMIER LEAGUE
Man Utd v Man City 13:30 Arsenal v Southampton 16:00 Bournemouth v West Brom 16:00 Burnley v Hull 16:00 Middlesbrough v Crystal Palace 16:00 Stoke v Tottenham 16:00 West Ham v Watford 16:00 Liverpool v Leicester 18:30
Sunday 18 September
Watford v Man Utd 13:00 Crystal Palace v Stoke 15:15 Southampton v Swansea 15:15 Tottenham v Sunderland 17:30
Saturday 24 September
Friday 16 September
Man Utd v Leciester 13:30 Bournemouth v Everton 16:00 Liverpool v Hull 16:00 Middlesbrough v Tottenham 16:00 Stoke v West Brom 16:00 Sunderland v Crystal Palace 16:00 Swansea v Man City 16:00 Arsenal v Chelsea 18:30
Saturday 17 September
West Ham v Southampton 17:00
Sunday 11 September 2016 Swansea v Chelsea 17:00
Monday 12 September
Sunderland v Everton 21:00 Chelsea v Liverpool 21:00
Hull v Arsenal 16:00 Leicester v Burnley 16:00 Man City v Bournemouth 16:00 West Brom v West Ham 16:00 Everton v Middlesbrough 18:30
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Sunday 25 September
Monday 26 September Burnley v Watford 21:00
Friday 30 September
Everton v Crystal Palace 21:00
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