The Grapevine Magazine December 2018 by The Grapevine Magazine

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December 2018 Issue 164

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Editors Note...

Merry Christmas! SALES HOTLINE : 637 028 873 : grapevinesales : grapevinesales@gmail.com : www.thegrapevine.es : Grapevine Magazine Axarquia

December Weather Days with rainfall: 6 Days Avg Max Temperature: 17.3c Hours of Sunshine : 5.1 p/day The weather data is for guidance only and is the average monthly maximum for the Costa del Sol No part of this publication may be used or reproduced or scanned without prior consent of The Grapevine Magazine. The Grapevine Magazine accepts no responsibility for any alterations to events listed, claims made by our advertisers or information provided by our contributors.

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Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year. As the year draws to a close, I would like to thank all of our advertisers and contributors to the magazine. Without you we wouldn't be able to provide such extensive information about the area. I would also like to thank our readers who pick up the magazine month after month read it, use it and wait for it to come out again! Thank-you to you all and wishing you all the best in 2019. The month of December brings plenty to do with the lead up to Christmas. On Saturday 8th December there is the Competa Christmas Market and on Tuesday 18th December the regular Trapiche Tuesday Market has their special Christmas market, with Father Christmas and a Choir to really get you in the festive mood! For those that are more sporty amongst us Competa plays host to La XXV Clásica del Pavo on Sunday 16th. This is a cycling race finishing in the Plaza Almijara, Competa and the winner receives a Turkey! Also, on the 30th there is the annual hilly run race in Competa, Carrera San Silvestre. There are categories for all ages with differing distances to suit. The adults race is 8.5 km and starts at 12.00. If you would like to enter take a look at the following web page tusinscripciones.es/index.php/ruta/iii-c-p-san-silvestre-competena-juvenila-veterano

Happy Christmas Enjoy and Keep Reading Editor

Inside This Month

16 Mortgages in Spain Axarquia Solicitors explain the mortgage conditions for foreigners acquiring a home in Spain. 38 Keith James A concert in Competa by English singer songwriter Keith James.

54 Coviran Portales in Competa The Portales family double the size of their supermarket. 84 Camping Cuttings by Lorraine Cavanagh Talking Trees

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Price:299,000 Euros

Canillas de Albaida

Competa

Caleta de Velez

Well priced 2 bed, 2 bath villa (132m²), bright and airy living spaces with the benefit of 2 sunrooms. Mature Mediterranean gardens, beautiful sea, mountain and countryside views, garage perfect for conversion to 3rd bed and bath. EPC - G ref: v1287

A top floor, front line 2 bed, 1 bath duplex apartment (117m²), living/dining with separate kitchen, 2 good sized balconies with lovely sea views, allocated parking space, use of communal pool and tennis court, within easy walking distance of local amenities. EPC - E ref: t1285

New this month!

Price:215,000 Euros

Benajarafe

Recently refurbished modern 4 bed, 2 bath + wc townhouse (81m²), spacious rooms with a pre-fitted kitchen, guest apartment accessed internally & independently, a large south facing roof terrace, communal swimming pool and gardens.

ref: t1292

EPC - D

New this month!

Price:89,000 Euros

Price reduced!

Price:115,000 Euros

Spacious, rustic 2 bed, 1 bath plus wc fully furnished renovated village house (169m²), good sized rooms, separate kitchen and south facing roof terrace. Large bodega for storage. A lovely well maintained house set on the corner of a street.

New this month!

EPC - D

ref: t1283 New this month!

Price:199,000 Euros

Arenas

Sedella

EPC - E

Fantastic restored 4 bed, 2 bath + wc townhouse (327m²) set over 3 floors, 4 reception rooms all with beautiful rustic features, internal courtyard/atrium, fantastic roof terrace with stunning views, full of character and charm. A must see property!

ref: t1260 Price: 248,950 Euros

Modern 3 bed, 1 bath country villa (193m²) with a large living/dining room and separate pre-installed kitchen. An abundance of mature fruit trees with automatic irrigation system, a blank canvas property create the perfect home in the sun!

EPC - In process

Great value!

ref: v1291 Price:129,000 Euros

Algarrobo Great opportunity to invest in a 2 bed, 1 bath renovated townhouse (50m²) living/dining with separate kitchen, small internal patio, 5 minute drive to the coast, easy access to the local amenities, a great holiday or rental property.

EPC - In process

Alcaucin

Lovely 3 bed, 1 bath villa (131m²), with good sized rooms and good road access. The flat land has an abundance of olive and fruit trees, along with a level patch of land perfect for an above ground pool and deck area. A great property and a must to see!

ref: t1294 EPC - E

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Cutar Recently renovated 3 bed, 1 bath townhouse (147m²) with a spacious open plan feel. 2 lovely terraces and far reaching countryside views. A lovely property close to all village amenities.stunning price!

ref: v1286 EPC - E

ref: v1226

“ The advertised prices include all of the sellers costs including any commissions. They do not include the buyers costs which can be between 10% and 13% of the advertised price, this includes notary and Grapevine To advertise call 637 registry fees, buyers legal fees, purchase tax (8%) and any mortgage set up costs.”

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New this month!

Price:89,000 Euros

Great value!

Price:275,000 Euros

Price reduced!

Price:225,000 Euros

Benamargosa Pretty 2 bed, 1 bath renovated townhouse (66m²), living/dining and separate kitchen, located on a pedestrian street with car parking close by. All village amenities are close by and the house had good road access.

EPC - In process

Canillas de Aceituno

Lovely 3 bed, 2 bath country villa (116m²), living/dining area with separate kitchen, lush Mediterranean gardens with fruit trees and private pool. Great outside spaces for al fresco dining and relaxing with stunning mountain, countryside and village views.

ref: t1293 EPC - G Price reduced!

Price:399,950 Euros

Canillas de Aceituno

Superb 4 bed, 3 bath villa (235.43m²) with an open feel. The inner atrium/courtyard separates the main house from the separate guest accommodation. There is also a 2nd separate guest house. Great access and rental potential for a B & B.

EPC - D

Great value!

Torrox

Spacious, light and airy country property (224m²) with 3 beds, 2 baths and recently refitted kitchen and bathroom. Large rooms with beamed ceilings. Private swimming pool and many terraces. Needs a little updating, so priced accordingly.

EPC - E

Great value!

Drop into my new office to list your property or for an informal chat.

ref: v1265 Price:125,000 Euros

urb. It requires some modernisation and has various terraces, partial sea and countryside views. Being within walking distance of the beach makes this a great property.

EPC - G

Stunning property! Price: 325,000 Euros

Comares

Stunning 3 bed, 3 bath + wc countryside villa (154m²), spacious and bright living/dining with separate kitchen, beds all have en-suite and AC, magnificent outdoor spaces including an olive grove and fabulous pool area, a must see property!

Price reduced!

Renovated finca!

ref: t1284 Price:399,000 Euros

Competa Stunning traditional rustic 4 bed 3 bath country house including a self-contained 1 bed 1 bath guest house (243m²) large master en suite bed with balcony terrace, study/office, terraces, covered terrace, pool, garage, mature gardens and sea views.

ref: v1240 EPC - D Price: 99,000 Euros

Almayate Modern 4 bed, 3 bath townhouse (161m²) including a 1 bed, 1 bath separate apartment. Located in a quiet part of Almayate within walking distance of the local amenities and a short drive to the beach. In need of some updating.

New this month!

We can advertise your property on Rightmove Overseas – Benajarafe A 3 bed, 1 bath townhouse Give us a call now! (87 m²) set over 2 floors located on an established

ref: v1259 EPC - E Price:149,000 Euros

country house (208m²), renovated but retains much of it original features. This property has the most stunning mountain & countryside views, private pool & terraces & is surrounded by olive & almond trees.

ref: v1243 EPC - E

ref: v1224 Price:299,950 Euros

Comares Beautiful 3 bed, 2 bath authentic

Price reduced!

ref: v1128 Price:299,000 Euros

This Month’s Special Offer!

Benajarafe

Competa

Fantastic building plot (640m²) in the popular urb. “Lomas del Sol” in Benajarafe with planning permission to build a property of around 224 m². Lovely sea and mountain views.

Large stunning 2 storey 7 bed 3 bath villa (273m²) with excellent access, large living/dining room, spectacular tower room, extensive terracing, covered terraces, balcony terraces and magnificent sea views.

EPC - E

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We have a hugis e selection cards that take a look! Christmas stock now ofingreetings come and will never change souvenirs, gifts, helium balloons etc. We have a hugeAselection of greetings cards that for will2€ never change souvenirs, huge selection of British goods gifts, heliumDon’t balloons etc. A huge selection of British goods for 2€ forget we take Passport photos We have Second books, New a Book Christmas Cardshand & Crackers (SoldBooks Boxedand or Singularly) Exchange is Available.We are the place to buy your maps All your Christmas Goodies! andforget walking of the area. Don’t weroutes take Passport photos We have Second hand books, New Books and a Book Exchange is Available. Christmas stock arrives in October! We are the place to buy your maps and walking routes of the area. Opening hours: Mon-Sat 10am-2pm

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HOTEL BALCÓN DE CÓMPETA THE THREE STAR HOTEL IN THE BEAUTIFUL VILLAGE OF CÓMPETA C/San Antonio, 75 - Cómpeta Tel: (+34) 952 55 3662 / 3535 Fax (+34) 952 51 6780 Email: info@hotel-competa.com WHATSAPP: (+ 34) 671132563 FACEBOOK: /HotelBalconDeCompeta Website: www.hotel-competa.com

RESTAURANTE RESTAURANTE MARIA MARIA

WE OPEN EVERY DAY (EXCEPT ON WEDNESDAYS, CAFETERIA AND KITCHEN PROGRAMME ARE CLOSED AFTER BREAKFASTJuly DUE 2017 TO STAFF DAY OFF) ...

Hotel closed for Holidays from 3rd January until 4th February 2019 (both inclusive) Restaurant in the Evenings (except Friday & Saturday) will be closed if we do not have any Reservation. So please reserve before 16.00h every day, to have dinner in our Restaurant. JUNE: LIVE MUSIC! MENU SUNDAY OF THE4TH DAY

“JUKEBOX BANDITS” SUNDAY LUNCH From 2.00pm on the Terrace. (STARTER, MAIN COURSE AND DESSERT) . MENU OF 3 COURSES AT THE TERRACE FROM 1pmFRIDAY 9TH JUNE: ROAST BEEF & PAELLA ON MONDAY TO SATURDAY “JACK CADE REBELLION” LIVE MUSIC! From 8.00pm on the Terrace. SUNDAYS from 13.00h

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From SUNDAY 11TH JUNE:

SUNDAY 2nd DECEMBER: MITCH & MIGUELITO ACOUSTIC MUSIC From 20.00 - 22.00pm in the cafeteria

THURSDAY 23rd December: "MATCHING MENU” 4 Plates & 4 Glasses of Wine for 20€ pp. Dinner commented by a Sommelier From 7.30pm Please book your table in advance

FRIDAY 28th DECEMBER: FLAMENCO DANCER SHOW! Traditional flamenco dances performed by “SARA SERRANO” Have dinner with us and enjoy a beautiful Flamenco From 20.00 - 22.00pm Please book in advance to avoid disappointment

DON´T FORGET FORGET TO TO BOOK BOOK YOUR YOUR TABLE TABLE DON´T Info & Reservations: +34 952553535 info@hotel-competa.com Taxi TaxiService available available 24h873 ToService advertise call 63724h 028

CHRISTMAS AT RESTAURANTE MARIA & NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY IN THE BALL ROOM TUESDAY 25TH DECEMBER: CHRISTMAS LUNCH OR DINNER From 13.00-15.30 & 19.00–22.30 on the restaurant. Please book your table in advance. WEDNESDAY 26TH DECEMBER BOXING DAY: We have a special menu for just 18€ with one drink included. NEW YEARS EVE PARTY: From 20.00h IN THE BALL ROOM, Drinks during Dinner, Cava, Lucky Grapes, Classical Flamenco Dancer (Sara Serrano) and DJ with the most Popular Songs from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s. Late Night Snacks Free Cloakroom & Free Parking for Clients Hotel closed for Holidays from 3rd January until 4th February 2019 (both inclusive) Info & Reservations: +34 952553535 info@hotel-competa.com Taxi Service available 24h

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INMOBILIARIA TU RINCON DEL SOL PROPERTY SALES AND RENTALS Avd. de Torrox, 46 29754 CÓMPETA (Málaga) Tel: 952 51 63 58 Mov: 625 994 573

Cómpeta

Ref: 345

Archez

Ref:229

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www.turincondelsol.com info@turincondelsol.com We speak your language

Cómpeta Ref:146

3 bed townhouse with garage and outdoor space. Terrace with mountain and village views.

3 bed, 2 bath country house with dip pool. Set upon 2000m2 with outbuilding perfect for stables.

No track. 3 bedrooms. Swimming pool. Well established fruit and vegetable garden.

REDUCED 124.000€

145.000€

179.000€

Cómpeta Ref:511

Sayalonga Ref:161

Cómpeta Ref:222

2 bed townhouse located in the lower part of the village. Large kitchen. Village views from terrace.

Country house with swimming pool. 2 bedrooms 1 bathroom. Walking distance from village and good access.

Three bedroom townhouse with garden. Located on the Edge of the village with easy access.

66.000€

219.000€

180.000€

Felipe Arrebola Lopez .

Avd de Torrox, 46 29754, CÓMPETA (MÁLAGA) TEL: 952 51 63 58 Movil: 608 656 746

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NEWS IN SPAIN This Months Update !

draft law covering Spain’s approach to climate change and the transition from fossil fuels to clean energy is expected to reach Congress before the year is out. But the Ministry for Environmental Transition has already informed the country’s political parties of some of the key elements of this legislation. And among the proposals is a 2040 ban on the sale of all vehicles that use fossil fuels, whether they be powered by gasoline, diesel or natural gas. What’s more, in 2050 the government hopes to be working with local councils to prohibit the circulation of such vehicles, and is also proposing the obligatory installation of electric charging points in gas stations. Transportation in Spain – and in most of the European Union – is the straggler when it comes to the fight against climate change. While the use of renewable energy continues to grow in the power sector – with a realistic target of 100% of electricity coming from clean sources in the future – road transportation is not progressing at the same speed in the fight against climate change. Just over a quarter of all greenhouse gases emitted in Spain are from the transportation sector, and most of those come

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from the roads. Forecasts from the government suggest that if measures are not taken, these emissions will grow 15% from here to 2030.

ife expectancy is longer in Spain than it is in the United Kingdom. This is something that has been pointed out by a number of studies, the latest being from the University of Washington’s Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, published recently in The Lancet medical journal. It predicted that by 2040 Spaniards would have the longest life expectancy in the world, and will live on average until they were 85.8 – compared with 83.3, which is the age Brits would be able to look forward to, putting them 23rd on a list of 195 countries. For the British, who equate Spain with sun and sangria, this is hard to comprehend. “How can the Spaniards live so long when they drink and smoke?” mused a recent article in the British newspaper The Times. So what is it that we are doing right? Apart from eating paella as well as vegetables, pulses and fish, The Times suggests it is key lifestyle choices such as sex, siestas and tapas!

mergency Services were forced to evacuate around forty people from two seafront buildings in Tenerife after waves entered the properties and knocked the lifts out of action.The evacuation in the municipality of Garachico was ordered last month as the region was on severe weather alert. Those who could not be accommodated with relatives and friends were looked after by Red Cross personnel in the municipal sports hall.n the municipality of Adeje, waves broke the window of the restaurant of a hotel where several people dined. Local Police officers and members of the Guardia Civil managed to evacuate them all safely and there were no injuries. Waves broke the windows of the first floor of a building in Mesa del Mar, in the municipality of Tacoronte, and the water reached the second floor, so several homes had to be evacuated. Again there were no injuries. Also, a car was dragged into the sea in the Jover, in the municipality of La Laguna, and another in Puerto de la Cruz in the area of El Penitente. In neither case were there any injuries.

lans to ban the cremation of morbidly obese people in the Spanish city of Valencia have been withdrawn, reports say.The regional ministry of health changed course amid claims it would discriminate against the obese. The proposal was made on the grounds of reducing pollution.Experts said an average cremation released 400kg of CO2 into the atmosphere - and significantly more if the deceased was morbidly obese. In a report they said that in such cases, "you need a very high amount of fuel leading increase in pollution".The growing popularity of cremations over burials in Valencia has led the authorities to become concerned about the resultant pollution in the city.In 2017 nearly 45,000 bodies were cremated in the city.

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AXARQUIA SOLICITORS Mortgages in Spain hat are the mortgage conditions for foreigners acquiring a home in Spain?

mortgage, i.e., on similar terms and conditions as mortgages granted to Spanish citizens, if the following requirements are met:

Last year alone, more than 61,000 home purchase transactions by foreigners were recorded in Spain, 13 % of all home purchases, an all-time record in Spain.

You need to hold an account in the bank which is granting the mortgage, which needs to be headquartered in Spain.

According to 2017 data from the Spanish Land Registry, 7 % of all mortgages to purchase a home were granted to foreigners, totalling 21,000 mortgages. This figure is not even 40 % of the total amount, but indicates fairly attractive conditions for foreign capital investment.

The mortgage instalment must not exceed 30 % of the instalments of any existing debts.

Providing personal endorsements is not compulsory, but will improve financing conditions. If you possess other properties in Spain, home warranties will also be valued. However, this is not the case when the property is One of the most critical factors in located in another country, as the granting of a mortgage by a Spanish financial institution is these assets are not especially whether, or not, the beneficiary is a valued by banks, due to their resident in Spain. inaccessibility. Foreigners ordinarily residing in Spain can apply for a standard

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Spain, it would result in a much higher interest rate. The most common rate in these cases is a fixed rate around 2.5 % over a 20-year term, and the amount financed cannot exceed 60 % of the property value, as opposed to the 40-year term and a financed amount equivalent to 80 % of the property value offered to resident foreigners. If you are planning to apply for a mortgage from a Spanish bank and need further details on the conditions offered by your bank, please contact us. We will happily help you! See advert opposite or for further information, advice or assistance on this process, please do not hesitate to contact us by Tel 952 901 225 or e-mail at mail@axarquiasolicitors.com to make an appointment.

These conditions will change if the buyer is not a resident in

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cyclemalaga.com No.1 for bike rental in the Axarquia. Don't just take our word for it! Wonderfull ride in Competa We were a group of 10 guys (for some it was ﬁrst time on a real race-bike), who rented bikes via cyclemalaga (Hellen and Steve) and can give our highest recommendation. We met them in the square at Competa as agreed, and they where ready with all the bikes, which was top-quality!!! carbon bikes, great helmets and also drink-bottles that we bought for 5€ each, and could keep afterwards. Our rute was Competa - Canillas de albaida, Archez, Arenas, Velez Malaga and down to the coast to have lunch. Then to Torrox and from there up to Competa. Very nice trip!! We can only give the best recommendations to cyclemalaga.com and would recommend everyone to take a biketrip is the most beautifull surroundings. micben86 Frederiksberg, Denmark Cycling trip with Steven Bert and Thomas did a cycling trip of 65 km with Steven. The equipment was perfect, the guidance and service were also the best. One telephone call two days in advance and everything was organised as agreed on. Thank you, Steven !! Katevande Herselt, Belgium

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Cycle Malaga = Excellent Highly recommended. Helen responds to emails quickly and the service from Steve is first class - delivery, set up, pedal options and very knowledgeable, about the excellent bikes and cycling terrain. A great experience. Stewart G London, United Kingdom “Great bike and great service” I hired a bike for 10 days whilst on holiday in Competa in August. Steve delivered an almost brand new Giant TCR Advanced road bike directly to my villa and gave me some great advice on local cycling routes. He even popped back again later to drop off a map of the area which came in very handy. The bike was great, nice and light for the climbs, 22 speed Ultegra groupset (that extra gear definitely came in handy) and a great fit for me (not always easy as I'm 6'6"). Whilst some of the climbs in the area are tough, the scenery when you get to the top is absolutely stunning and well worth the effort! A great service from Helen and Steve and I would recommend them to anyone cycling in the Competa/Nerja/Malaga area. I'll be back again myself next year! Terry R Huntingdon, United Kingdom

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El Cortijo

Bar & Restaurante

Avd Canillas 6, Competa Tel: 952 553 647 Mov: 617 066 855

Private on-site Parking email: elcortjocompeta.gmail.com

El unico restaurante en Competa

A unique restaurant in Competa

Carne a la piedra, a tu gusto y Carta

Meat cooked on the stone to your liking and full a la cart menu

Vegana y Vegetariana Carta completa Full Vegan and Vegetarian menu! Christmas Day 25th Dec Open All Day For Lunch and Dinner "A La Carte Menu" & Special Christmas Menu New Years Eve 31st December Open For Dinner Only Special Menu 50 euro per person Incls. Glass Of Champagne, Bottle of Wine Coffee & Grapes! Live Music To See In The New Year New Years Day 1st January Open all Day for Lunch and Dinner Abierto 6 noches cada semana de 18.30 - 23.00 Open 6 nights a week from 18.30 - 23.00 Jedeu / Abend / Geoffuet 18.30 -23.00 Cerrado el lunes - Closed Mondays

Domingos de 13.00-16.00 Sunday Lunch 1pm-16.00 Sonntag von 13.00-16.00

Ternera asada 7€ Roast Beef 7€ Roastbeef 7€

A great venue for a special event and fantastic views of the hanging houses of Competa!

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WISHING YOU A WONDERFUL HOLIDAY SEASON AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR

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CASA GINA Custom Jewellery in Competa between a silver or leather chain shop window. The collection is handmade, using 925 Sterling silver and choose their own charm to put on the chain. and items can also be custom made to a client's requirements. At the moment the collection includes dolphins, hearts, pearls, Creating jewellery was originally a leaves, shells, crosses, starfishes hobby starting with diving related and more. The pictures in this accessories and then as Georgina article don't do the collection justice become more confident and experienced her collection widened. they really must be seen to be appreciated. You can also view her She makes necklaces, bracelets, collections on line at anklets and earrings. Items can be www.casagina.eu sold as matching sets or individually. Georgina finds making the jewellery therapeutic and often gets lost in The collection is on display in the her work, totally indulged, window however there is more inside so Georgina encourages you sometimes not realising the hours to pop in and see it all, maybe even that have gone by whilst sitting under her bright light or over her stop to have a chat! Sterling silver The business can be quite much needed magnifying glass! necklaces are priced from 9, 99 stressful, exceptionally hard work The work requires intricacy, euro and earing and necklace sets and can involve lots of travelling. patience, design flare and she loves start from 24, 99 euro. These As a result Georgina has found a it! way to relax and that is through the beautiful pieces of jewellery would make an excellent Christmas design and creation of jewellery. See advert opposite and pop in the present or indeed any type of shop! present. Each piece is intricately Over the last couple of months put together with attention to detail Georgina's has turned her hobby and each clasp has a silver â&#x20AC;&#x153;with into a flourishing business. Her collection is now on display in their love tagâ&#x20AC;?. The customer can choose

ust on the way into Competa up the ramp on the right hand side a new shop opened this year. Stephen and Georgina needed a European base for their Diver Training business. Stephen has been involved in diver training for over 40 years and 20 years ago he started his own company ITDA which now takes himself and his wife Georgina all over Europe and Asia. ITDA offers unique training and an international certification process with a focus on safer training, ensuring more competent divers.

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Your Pets will enjoy a wonderful holiday surrounded by nature and in modern facilities For more information call us on:952 535 417 : 686 904 792 : 616 371 034 Alternatively email us at: info@razahotel.com or visit our website at www.razahotel.com

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For that you should book for one of the bodegas' special events in December and January. They are hosting a pre-Christmas Music & Dinner on Thursday 20th. The meal will be a 5-course gourmet special with wine; the music is live, performed by the exceptional folk musician, composer and poet Keith James. Keith, described by The Independent as playing “some of the most emotive and compelling music you will ever here” has been performing for over 20 years and sold out the bodega with two gigs last Easter. He will be performing his own 'best of' set. Spaces are limited so if you are interested in going to the event email reservas@bodegasbentomiz.co straight away to see if they can squeeze you in.

THE COMPLETE WINE EXPERIENCE At Bodega Bentomiz

he Bodegas Bentomiz winery, just off the Sayalonga-Cómpeta road, is a beautiful modern building built by André, who is now running the wine-centred restaurant serving gourmet lunches, but whose first love was architecture. It is in one of the most beautiful places in the Axarquía, with stunning views of the mountains and the sea, and is open right through the year, including December and January. If you take in a tour you hear the story of how Clara and André came from Holland some 23 years ago and got into winemaking as wine-lovers and amateurs before turning it into this amazing business and producing the award-winning Ariyanas range – some of the best wines of Málaga and of Spain - now served

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in over 20 Michelin-starred restaurants. The tour and tasting going together and you can follow that with a meal in their lovely wine salon. André, who with Chef Juan Quintanilla, designed the menus, serves beautifully crafted gourmet food to go with the wines. This is what they mean by the complete wine experience – you get to understand the development of the bodega and how it was inspired by the exceptional Malaga grapes – before you taste the wines, and then enjoy them with a perfect food pairing. It is unusual, interesting, beautiful and delicious – and the attention to detail is exceptional. They are open right through the Christmas period. Of course you might be looking, at this time of year for a different kind of outing. It's the season to push the boat out, go the Full Monty and enjoy a little pizzazz!

If either dinner or the date does not suit your plans then there is the option of lunch: Christmas day and New Year's Day, André is planning a 7 course menu with cava and wine. Again there will be live music, classical this time, with a pianist and soprano singer Rosa María Caballero coming from Seville to entertain guests with repertoire that ranges from operatic arias to Christmas carols and songs from Broadway musicals. Whatever will we do when it is January though, and we are stuck in the post-Christmas doldrums? Don't worry – you can keep the party going! If you book for a meal at the bodega in January and, when booking, quote code GRAPEVINE-01-MV you can enjoy the wine pairing menu of 3 or 5 glasses of wine for half price. Just put the code into the 'comments' when you make your booking on line at . Just put the code into the 'comment when you make your booking on line at www.bodegasbentomiz.com. A little post-Christmas present, for Grapevine readers, from Bodegas Bentomiz

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Restaurante Taberna

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Teteria Hierbabuena

Get the real & tasty Indian & Moroccan food as well as Traditional Spanish Food. All ingredients are fresh and all dishes homemade

Breakfasts - Tapas - Snacks - Main Dishes Thursday Curry Night - Traditional Fish and chips Served Every Day We will be closed on 25th December & 1st January Outside Terrace with Heaters Teteria Hierbabuena Taberna Morrocan Shop inside the restaurant! Reservations call 951 70 76 38 Avenida de la Constitucion 35, CĂłmpeta We can be found next to the Car Park Reservations Recommended

Las Arrijana Sayalonga Our Self catering houses are at the foot of the Natural Park of Sierras Tejeda and Almijara. The Arrijana Rural House has 5 double bedrooms with bathrooms all in a Morrocan style, with swimming pool, Jacuzzi, BBQ and a beautiful Arab tent.Ideal for large groups and popular for Special Events. Ask for more information about our Christmas Lunch and Xmas Market

We also have Casa Rural Madre Tierra and three apartments (Alma, MontaĂąa y Reina). We are a family company with years of experience in the tourism sector You can reserve a table in our restaurant, book hiking trails and other outdoor activities We would love you to experince Andalucia from our rural country homes. .

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Avenida De Constitucion, Competa Mobile 657 32 44 91

La Carpinteria

Drinks and snacks- Regular Live Music 4pm to Close - Open Tuesday to Fridays New Years Eve from 23.00 Live music with Juke Box Bandits

Casa Paco Taberna y Restaurante Plaza Almijara, Competa

Visit Casa Paco in the centre of the village. Offering a large selection of Spanish wines and serving the best steaks in area See Map Spot 5

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CONSTRUCCIONES

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Competa office AVENIDA DE LA CONSTITUCION 2 COMPETA 30 METER ABOVE THE

TOURIST INFORMATION TEL. 652656066 OFFICE 691534444 OPENING HOURS 9.30-14.00 construccionesschmid@hotmail.com AND 16.00-18.30 www.construccionesschmid.com See Map Spot 60

Jan, Florian and the team at

Schmid Construction would like to wish everybody a Merry Christmas, a Happy New Year and all the best for 2019

Feliz Navidad y Feliz 2019

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Competa Car Hire www.rentalcarplanet.com

Your rental car company on the Costa del Sol

For car rental in Competa and the surrounding areas Call for more details: Tel: +34 643 053 068 competacarhire@gmail.com

Fruteria Jara

Local produce of the area Lots of changing special offers

Also Fresh Herbs & Ambient Products Delivery Service to Restaurants Fruteria Jara, Avenida de la Constituciรณn Local 3, Competa

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NICK ATKINSON Professional Tiling & Bespoke Carpentry

Professional Tiler Bathrooms, kitchens, roof tiling, terraces, patios & swimming pools. General building and reforms.

Master Carpenter For all your be-spoke built-in furniture needs. Specialising in kitchen and bathroom reforms Laminate flooring. All aspects considered Email: nickjohngilding@yahoo.com Mobile 658151628

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A double Album – Captured. The Best of Keith James – has been released this year featuring 33 songs taken from each of his Album releases over the past 30 years. His brand new project of poetry set to music is the most exciting one yet! Keith has chosen to work with the astonishing work of Pablo Neruda, Maya Angelou, Kahlil Gibran, Frida Kahlo and Kate Tempest. Recording has already started; the Album will be released in March 2019 with concerts also planned for next year.

THE BEST OF KEITH JAMES A concert by English singer songwriter Keith James

ne of the UK’s most passionate and enduring concert performers is coming to Competa to give another very special concert in Galeria Luz de la Vida! So if you like his music, don't miss it! Sunday the 16th of Dec 5pm. The art gallery is the perfect place for the concert. Since it has its own intimate ambiance and filled with good quality art. Keith loves the accoustics in the room and every time he finds it a precious experience to perform for this limited amount of people. Keith is a songwriter, music composer, concert performer and poet. He has become one of the most active and inventive concert artists currently performing in the UK. Realising his definite preference for live performance and following a detailed study, 2001 witnessed Keith begin a UK wide tour of concerts based

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entirely on his love of the songwriter, Nick Drake. These concerts soon became a huge success. On from this, Keith has performed many different concerts over the past decade, each one centres on studies and transcriptions of revered poets and writers. The Concerts feature the poetry of Lorcaand Keith’s interpretive approach to songs by Leonard Cohen. This year sees Keith James celebrating his fortieth anniversary as a professional musician. Keith is fiercely independent and therefore his career has for many years, existed in a parallel universe, almost under wraps, esoteric and secretive. He has enjoyed very little radio exposure, he doesn’t fit easily into any music category, has never signed a recording or publishing deal. Despite this, he has released 13 CD Albums, all self-produced and self-published.

The evening will feature a collection of the very best material from all of Keith’s concert tours. Songs by Leonard Cohen, Nick Drake, Joni Mitchell, John Martyn and Cat Stevens together with Keith’s own dramatic and absorbing songs based on the poetry of Pablo Neruda, F G Lorca, William Blake, Dylan Thomas and Keith himself. A chance to experience this finely tuned artist perform a masterclass of sublimely beautiful music. Max. 35 people can attend the concert so be sure you book in advance: info@lieuwkeloth.nl Time 5pm Entrance fee 10 euro Keith will bring his Cd's as well. Galeria Luz de la Vida 15 Bajo Competa www.galerialuzdelavida.com fb: galerialuzdelavida www.keith-james.com ‘Some of the most atmospheric and emotive music you will ever hear’ The Independent ‘certainly the UK’s most celebrated and evocative interpreter of golden music’ The Guardian

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El Recreo

El Recreo Tapas•Mesón

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Located next to the Town Hall in Competa

Antonio and Belen welcome you to their Bar and Restaurant

Breakfasts, Tapas, Pizza, Roscas Montaditos, Fish Dishes, Meat Dishes BBQ Meats, Ice Cream & Traditional Cocktails Inside Seating & Upstairs Restaurant Outside terrace and roof terrace Daily Specials Board

Open 9am until late Kitchen open 11-4pm & 7pm-11pm Closed Tuesdays - Tel: 952 51 60 43

heidisheaven.com Hairdresser for ladies and gentlemen

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Heidis Heaven Avenida de la Constitucion, 19 29754 COMPETA Tel: +34 606 226 645 www.heidisheaven.com email: heidi@heidisheaven.com See Map Spot 51

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Gift cards available for that special person in your life! Xmas Holiday 19.12 untlil 3.1 The Salon will be closed for holidays. Remember to make your December booking now! Book your appointment with whatsapp 00 34 606226645 or email heidi@heidisheaven.com Appointments available by phone 00 34 606 226 645 The Grapevine 39

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Wishing all my clients a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

CHIMNEY SWEEP FOR A PORFESSIONAL CHIMNEY SWEEPING& MAINTENANCE SERVICE CALL CHIMNEY CARE

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BE SAFE, HAVE YOUR CHIMNEY INSPECTED & CLEANED BEFORE YOU USE YOUR FIRE THIS WINTER

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Beth's Soft Furnishings 11b Calle del Carmen, Competa

Tel: 952 55 34 64 Made to measure seating for benches and pool side areas. Cushions & pads for see map indoors or outside spot 62 Curtains Any alterations or repairs

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SPECIAL OFFER ON 2018 MODELS!

www.biciterraneo.com www.facebook.com/biciterraneo biciterraneo@gmail.com Bike & Repair Shop

Work Shop Full Check up, bike cleaning. We repair all brands. Original Parts Shimano, SRAM, Campanolo, etc E Bike diagnostics service Bosch, Yamaha, Brose Shimano

Bike Sales GIANT, BH, BIANCHI, DE ROSA and much more! E Bikes (Brose, Bosch, Yamaha, Shimano motors MTB Road Bikes City Bikes Trekking etc .

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Mon - Fri 9.00am to 19.30pm Sat 9.00am -2.00pm c/ Romeria, 1 (in front of Maria Zambrano High Scool) 29740 Torre del Mar (Mรกlaga) 952 54 74 84

TURRON DE NAVIDAD Spanish Xmas Recipe!

urron de Navidad is a traditional Spanish candy consisting of only three ingredients: almonds, honey and egg white. It's supersimple, sweet flavor is a special treat at Christmas time.

mixture back up to medium heat constantly stirring for 15-20 minutes. The meringue honey mixture will soon increase in volume. As you keep stirring, it will condense itself until a thick caramel has formed. Also, the color will slowly change from a Ingredients light brown to a deep burnt 1¾ cup roasted almond slivers, orange. The bottom of the mixture (preferably soaked and may start to burn a bit which is dehydrated) okay. It adds depth in flavor. *To 1½ cups raw honey test if your mixture is thick 3 egg whites enough, add a bit to a plate and immediately place in the Instructions refrigerator. After a minute or so, if Roast the almonds at 375F for 10 it hardens, your mixture is ready. minutes mixing them up halfway Once the mixture has thickened through. add the roasted almonds and mix through. Quickly pour the turron In a medium sized saucepan; mixture into a parchment paper gently bring the honey, over lined dish. Place another piece of medium heat, to a slow boil. Once parchment paper directly on top of it starts to boil, turn the heat off, the mixture which will allow you to and set aside. press it down and prevent anything frm sticking to it. Whip the egg whites to a thick glossy meringue. Carefully, fold Cool in the refrigerato the meringue into the honey. for 2-3 hours before slicing. Once the meringue has been folded into the honey, bring the Buen provecho.

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Turrón is of Moorish origin and was invented over 500 years ago in a small town of Spain called Jijona. The wildflowers growing in the mountainsides brought an abundance of honey which is the staple ingredient in turrón. There are two traditional types of turrón. Soft Jijona orturrón blando, which is smooth with a consistency of peanut butter, and hard Alicante or turrón duro, which is like the recipe provided here – a thick almond nougat candy. This recipe is what you would call a turrón casero. One made at home. It’s very simple to make as it only has three ingredients. The egg whites, the binding ingredient, are whipped to a glossy meringue and folded into warmed honey. Together, its brought to heat and constantly stirred until a thick caramelized candy has been formed. This can take anywhere from 15 to 20 minutes. Once caramelized, roasted almonds are added to the mixture and poured into a mold to cool and harden.

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Asesoria Axarquia Our office has offered comprehensive help and advice to our foreign clients in the Axarquia area for more than 15 years Our experience is based on: Land Registry: • Registration of properties • Corrections/Update of properties • Plot measurements and ownership exchanges

Deeds: • Purchase and sale contracts • Property new building declarations • Inheritances • Wills

Taxes: • Non resident tax (for foreigners with properties in Spain) • Resident taxes (for foreigners with residency in Spain)

Property Management: • Advice in Community issues • Administration of incomes and expenses • AGMS

We speak Spanish, English, German, Italian & French

Avd. Andalucía 65-A 29740 Torre del Mar Málaga Tel. 952 54 51 05 info@asesoriaaxarquia.es 50 The Grapevine

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Plaza Vendimia 29754 Cómpeta (Málaga)

Breakfasts, tapas dishes, Lunch, A La Carte menu Come for coffee and cake! Variety of Ice creams Tel: 951 832 810 - 690 221 100

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24th Christmas Eve Open for Lunch Only (Closed in the Evening).

25th Christmas Day Special Christmas buﬀet (2.00pm) and Live Music with Miguel "La Botana".

26th Boxing Day (CLOSED) 31st New Year Eve Open Evening Only for Special Menu and Live Music with Aire Flamenco.

1st January - Open as normal 6th January Three Kings Day Special Lunch Menu and live Music "Aire Flamenco".

Booking is strongly advised for all these events. If you have any questions over the menu please pop by the restaurant or call us for more information and book your table

www.restauranteelpampanocompeta.com Wishing all of our customers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

A great venue for a special event and fantastic views of the hanging houses of Competa!

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1. Samusalud 3. Restaurante El Pilón 5. Restaurante Casa Paco 6. La Casa Bella 7. Taurus Real Estate 9. EGO Hair & Beauty 9. Revive Massage 11. Hotel Balcon 12. Fontaneria Román 13. Tu Rincon de Sol Estate Agents 14. Restaurante El Cortijo 15. Bar Restuarante Pericos 16. Teteria Hierbabuena 17. Jose Luis Persianas 18. Action For Animals Charity Shop 21. La Taperia 22. Asesoria Aljarife 24. Como Piensos - Pet Food 26. Tin Tin Hair & Beauty 27. Competa Properties 29. La Esquina de Miguel 30. El Bazar de Competa 33. Bar Restaurante El Recreo 37. Naturvets 38. La Gelateria 43. Jara Fruteria 46. Florist Mari Toñi 53. Marco Polo 54. Vespa del Sol 57. Restaurante El Pámpano 59. Bistro 6 60. Construcciones Schmid 62. Beth's Soft Furnishings 70. La Taberna de Oscar 72. Competa Framing 73. Central Dental Competa 74. Revive Massage

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COVIRAN PORTALES IN COMPETA

The Portales Family Double the Size of Their Supermarket

ust two short years after opening a brand new supermarket at the top of the village, the Portales family decided to go even bigger and even better by expanding the shop to make it almost double the size. Coviran has long been known for its quality produce and its welcoming atmosphere. The family have had the business for over thirty years and always welcome you with a smile whenever you walk through the door. Starting with a small local shop, run underneath the family home, little by little, Ana, Santiago and Jose Maria have built up the business to what it is today. The expansion has meant that they can now offer an even wider range of goods to be able to cater for all the eclectic needs of our amazing multinational village. With specialist German, Dutch and English suppliers they have a great selection of all those goodies from home that sometimes you just can't live without!

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Perhaps the most striking improvement of their new supermarket is the extensive wine and spirit area that now holds almost 200 different wines, a specialist cava area and a substantial spirits section. Whether you are looking for something for a special occasion or a nice bottle to go with dinner, you will find a drink to cater for your every need. The other feature that sets this supermarket apart from all the rest is the butcher´s section towards the back of the shop. The quality of the meat is second to none but it is the ample selection of home-made produce, prepared on site that really stands out. Ana and Ani prepare fresh home-made burgers, sausages, chorizo, marinated chicken breast and skewers every single day. There are vegan and vegetarian options as well and specialist meats, such as corn-fed chicken or Halal produce, can all be pre-ordered. Whilst on the topic of pre-ordering don't forget that Coviran also supplies fresh turkey for

Christmas! Their free home-delivery service means that you have one less thing to worry about! Whether you go and do your shopping in person or phone through your order, everything can be delivered right to your door. They´ve even been known to go and pick clients up from their home and drive them into Cómpeta if necessary! The Portales family really do care about their clients, with most of them becoming friends as time goes by. If there is something that you can't see within the shop, just let them know and they will be sure to try and get it for the next time you are there. You will find them at the top of the village, close to Plaza del Carmen. If you haven't been already, pop in and see them as you won't be disappointed! The biggest supermarket in Cómpeta has now got even more to offer us all! See Advert Opposite

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Now even bigger and even better The largest supermarket in the village

Large International Section Home-made products from the Butchery Organic, Vegetarian and Vegan products Easy Parking We speak English and Spanish FREE HOME DELIVERY SERVICE

Supermercado Coviran Avenida de Canillas, 33 Cรณmpeta (Mรกlaga) Open 08.30m until 14.00 & 17.00 until 21.00 Mon to Sat Tel . 952 516 133 Mob. 648 163 886 Coviran Competa Coviran

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HISTORY OF CHRISTMAS CRACKERS A British Tradition Who invented the Christmas Cracker? Christmas crackers were invented by Thomas Smith in 1846. During a visit to Paris he came across the bob-bon, a sugar almond wrapped in tissue paper (with a twist either side of the centrally placed sweet). Thomas decided to try selling similarly wrapped sweets in the lead up to Christmas in England. His bonbons sold well at Christmas but not at other times of the year. In the early 1850s Thomas came up with the idea of including a motto with the sweet. As many of his bon-bons were bought by men to give to women, many of the mottos were simple love poems. In about 1860, Thomas added the banger, two strips of chemically impregnated paper that made a loud noise on being pulled apart. At first these novelties were called 'cosaques', but they soon became knwn as 'crackers'. Unfortunately for Thomas, his

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'cracker' idea was copied by other manufactures and so he decided to replace the sweet with a surprise gift. When Tom died, his expanding cracker business was taken over by his three sons, Tom, Walter and Henry. Walter introduced the hats into crackers and he also traveled around the world looking for new ideas for gifts to put in the crackers. The company built up a big range of 'themed' crackers. There were ones for bachelors and spinsters (single men and women), where the gifts were things like false teeth and wedding rings! There were also crackers for Suffragettes (women who campaigned to get women the vote), war heroes and even Charlie Chaplain! Crackers were also made for special occasions like Coronations. The British Royal Family still has special crackers made for them today!

Very expensive crackers were made such as the 'Millionaire's Crackers' which contained a solid silver box with a piece of gold and silver jewerly inside it! Cracker manufacturers also made large displays, such as horse drawn carriages and sleighs, for the big shops in London. The paper hat was added to the cracker the early 1900s and by the end of the 1930s the love poems had been replaced by jokes or limericks. The longest Christmas cracker pulling chain consisted of 1081 people and was achieved by The Harrodian School in Barnes, London, UK, on 10 December 2015 Crackers were originally called 'cosaques' and were thought to be named after the 'Cossack' soldiers who had a reputation for riding on their horses and firing guns into the air!

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NOW........ Travel tips for using the Alsa buses to go to see the Malaga Christmas Lights.

JOSEPHINE DREW KEEPS US UPDATED Bus Times and the Malaga Lights

These are the times of the buses weekday that incorporate the hospital route, 7.00 9.30. 3.30.

It came into force on 27.10.18.

The remaining buses at 1.30 and 5.30 still just go straight to Torre del Mar. (You have to walk to the hospital from there).

here is a slight change to the Loymerbus service from Canillas to Malaga.

They changed it a couple of days before the notice went up on the bus and caused quite a stir, as the bus went straight up the Torre del Mar main road and took the 4th turning right, ending up at the Loymerbus Office pointing East. (Before it pointed West). Now the hospital route is on the Malaga route, going from the Loymerbus stop straight to the hospital bus stops, then continuing onto the road next to the hospital and then Malaga. This new service is now going to run on Saturdays, Sundays and Festivals as well, but leaves at 9.00 on those days. An improvement I think, especially if you are needing emergency treatment at weekends and Fiestas!

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Those going to El Ingenio or Velez Malaga, get off the bus and cross to the small bus, which now points to the West! This makes it quicker to reach El Ingenio, I tested the route and was shopping by 10.50 after getting the 9.30 bus. I also tested the hospital route, and that takes the same amount of time as before, but I would imagine it makes a few minutes difference to reaching the Motorway and Malaga. (Please note the Summer schedule bus at 15.45, is now not running).

I am often asked about this and I would advise that it is best to park in Torre. Go to the Ticket Office at the bus station and purchase your ticket asking for a Direct bus to Malaga. If you have a green travel card, you have to get a single ticket and I would strongly advise getting your return ticket (vuelta) when you reach the Malaga Port stop or the Main Bus Station and tell them the approximate time you want to have it for.The reason I am advising this is that these buses get very full and are not that frequent, (although I believe Alsa put extra ones on for the Christmas period). If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get a ticket when you reach Malaga and leave it until later, the passengers with a time stipulated ticket get on the bus first and others afterwards. There is a good chance you wont be able to get on the bus and have to wait for maybe up to an hour for the next one on a cold December night! Believe me I have seen this happen. Its not a good idea to park in Lidl car park in Algarrobo Costa and get a bus from there, because often, the very few and far between buses are not Direct, therefore take a very long time to reach Malaga as they go via Rincon and all along the coast. Personally, I used to go about 5 from Torre, the lights go on at 6.30, so you need a good spot to see and listen to the music. The best timed buses home are around 9 or 10 otherwise its very late before you reach Competa or Canillas. Information on the Alsa buses are on Google, either Alsa webpage or Busbud, which seems easier to read.!

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Gymnasium (per month) 1 3 2 1

Month Pass / Gym & Classes – 40 euro Week Pass / Gym & Classes - 35 euro Week Pass / Gym & Classes - 30 euro Week Pass / Gym & Classes - 20 euro

One off session – 5 euro Gym Discount 3 months paid in advance - 15 euro 6 months paid in advance - 20 euro Annual Payment - 40 euro Family Discount – Gym and class for 2 people, 3rd person free

Class Timetable .

Tonification Mon & Wed 10.30 to 11.30 & 19.15 to 20.15 .

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Kickboxing Tues & Thurs 20.45 to 21.45 .

GAP Wed 18.00 to 17.00 .

Karate Shotokan Tues & Thus 19.30 to 20.30 .

Tonification Aerobox Kick Boxing Spinning Taekwondo Karate Shotokan GAP

Adult Classes (per month) Twice a week 25 euro Three times a week 35 euro Children’s Classes (per month) 2 days per week Classes Discount Taekwondo 25 euro 3 months paid in advance discount - 5% 6 months paid in advance discount - 10% Annual payment -15% Family Discount - Gym plus Classes for 2 people , 3rd person is free .

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STAYING FIT AND HEALTHY Do It The Fun Way!

eing healthy and staying fit doesn't have to be the direct result of grueling exercises or strict diets. In fact, being healthy and staying fit can be achieved in a lot of fun and exciting ways. The key aspect to maintain is to make sure that you stay consistent with what you do, and as long as you remain dedicated and devoted to the fun things, and even vary up the activities, you will improve your chances of remaining healthy and fit and living a healthier and longer life.

been proven to be a calming and very relaxing and invigorating way of staying fit and healthy. You can take your loved ones to the pool and make it an event, a daily thing you do for a half hour to hour each day. This way you will stay dedicated and also you can make it a fun thing by taking your family along. Swimming works out many of your muscles, increases your heart health, and promotes a sense of stamina that you will notice in your daily life.

Swimming can be done in a pool or in the sea, and you can really keep at this with ease if you have One way to stay healthy is to of a local pool nearby or live near the course, work out your body in ocean. Another fun thing to do is meaningful and helpful ways. But, bicycling, especially with a partner going to the gym and lifting or with friends. If you and your weights or using the machines friends go bike riding together, you does not seem fun for everyone can race each other or participate and might even seem like a real in marathons. This is a chore. So, in that case, try to find challenging and stimulating way to an alternative and more fun be fit and healthy, and at the same activity that would inspire you to time it works out your leg muscles keep it up. For example, you can and helps your heart's overall take up swimming. Swimming has health, too. Things like running,

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jogging, or even taking daily walks is another thing that is in the same vein of bike riding and can be very beneficial to your health. And doing this in the company of others is not only better and more enjoyable, but also can be the way you motivate one another. Another fun way to stay fit is to dance or perform yoga exercises. For people who do not really prefer the outdoors, dancing and yoga can be done indoors and can be a fun way to be fit but also to enjoy yourself. You can learn dances from all over the world, whether it be salsa or belly dancing, and you can do it while listening to some great music. AlsoFree Articles, yoga exercises can help you work out your muscles and achieve an inner peace that will not only have you more fit but also have you feeling more calm and mentally healthy. All of these exercises are a way to be fit while having a good time. Roberto Sedycias

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ASESORÍA ALJARIFE Notarial Title deeds, Wills, Catastral Corrections, etc. General Administration Transfers of vehicles, driving licences, matriculations, etc.) Tax declarations Creation of businesses Accounts General insurances See Map (house, car, health, etc) Spot 22

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More than 20 years ago Asesoría Aljarife opened its’ doors to the public. Since then, hundreds of companies and individuals in the Axarquia region and from the Malaga Province have left in our hands the responsibility to advise them to get the best possible results for their businesses. We are a group of highly qualified professionals that work for you. Economists and administrators with a wealth of experience that are at your disposal any time in order to make your life easier.

www.aljarife.com ASESORÍA ALJARIFE C/ San Antonio, 8 - 1º 29754 CÓMPETA Málaga Teléfono:(34) 952 51 66 00 Fax: (34) 952 51 67 29

GESTORÍA LÓPEZ NAVAS C/Ros Alférez 4 Bajo C 29740 TORRE DEL MAR Málaga Teléfono: (34) 952 54 25 04 Fax: (34) 952 54 17 47

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RETIRING TO SPAIN Things to consider

very year many people from all over Northern Europe, but predominately Britain, consider retiring to Spain. The reasons for this are varied as arethe experiences of those who take the plunge and decide to spend their retirement years in Spain. Here we take an objective look at the pros and cons in the hope to make your move and life here as smooth and as satisfying as possible.

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The first reason for retiring to Spain probably has a lot to do with the weather. After suffering a cold winter in northern Europe many people look toward warmer climes. Not only is it a lot more pleasant but as we grow older our bodies certainly benefit from the higher temperatures as do our pockets with the lower fuel bills. Many people report that their arthritis and other aches and pains are much improved by their life in the sun.

The cost of living is another important consideration as, although prices in Spain have undoubtedly risen in the last few years, so they have in the U.K and generally speaking ones pension does go further in Spain. Although the winters can be cold and wet they are never as cold as northern Europe so less is spent on fuel. The cost of running a car in Spain is a lot less than in the U.K. so that is another added bonus.

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Property prices on the Costa del Sol make it still possible to sell your U.K. home, buy somewhere very acceptable in Spainand pocket a sizeable chunk to help cushion your retirement years which is an obvious incentive to anyone contemplating retiring to Spain. Areas of inland Spain are still very reasonably priced and the Costa de Luz is emergingas a good alternative to the Costa del Sol. Property prices there are still affordable but planned development looks as though they may well be set to rise thus making it a good area to invest in at the moment. The other reason many people have for retiring to Spain is something less easy to define but none the less important, it is the "quality of life." This may mean different things to different people but even so those who have moved to Spain generally agree that there is an all important something here which has made life better for them. Perhaps it is the more relaxed attitude to life, along with plenty of sunshine and longer daylight hours. Certainly the pace of life is slower here and on the whole less stressful than "back home." So having decided you are retiring to Spain, what is the next step? The most important is decide which part of Spain you wish to move to. It is a large and varied country with something to offer everyone. Do you want to live in a typical Spanish community, a small pueblo somewhere or perhaps buy a Finca with plenty of space and peace and quiet, or like the majority of ex-pats would you prefer to gravitate towards the more popular Costas with the peace of mind that you will be surrounded by like minded people? The Internet gives you the unprecedented opportunity to research areas of interest without having to leave home but once you have decided on the area for you then the foot slogging begins. Try to visit your area of choice at

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different times of the year and any properties you wish to view at differentt imes of the day, to see where the sun falls etc. In the winter it can get quite cold even on the coast and you don't want to buy somewhere that sees no sun at that time of the year or alternatively that has no shade in the summer. Also take into account the surrounding area and neighbours. The Spanish,as lovely as they are, are a noisy, gregarious nation with little understanding of the northern European's need for privacy and peace. You will not change this attitude, nor do we have a right to try, so if you don't like it then don't buy an apartment in a basically Spanish enclave but look for somewhere where you will be surrounded by like minded people. If you are visiting out of season then try to find out what the area is like in July and August as you may not wish to cope with an explosion of tourists. Take into account the number a visitors you are likely to have and be sure to buy somewhere with sufficient space, it is surprising how many friends you suddenly have when you retire to Spain! You will also of course want your family to visit, in fact the tug of those you have left behind you can be very strong and something you need to think seriously about before taking the final step. The financial implications of retiring to Spain are also something that needserious consideration. First and foremost you will be able to have your pension paid into a Spanish bank account and by law no commissions are chargeable on such income. " The health care system in Spain is generally very good and of course as a U.K. pensioner you

have full entitlement to all it offers at the moment. Also bear in mind that after quite a short absence from the UK, National Health services will not be available to a returning or holidaying expat. and the European Health card (E111 as was) must be obtained for visits to the UK. On reflection then retiring to Spain can be a very positive move. Coming as it does at a period in your life when it would be all too easy to sit back and vegetate the pleasure and excitement from all the new experiences can have a very positive effect if well planned and executed. Try your best to learn some Spanish not only is the mental stimulation good for the old grey matter but it will make your life in Spain more enjoyable and rewarding. The Spanish are basically very tolerant of all the foreigners that regularly and often permanently invade their shores but they do appreciate you making some effort to speak their lingo,it is only polite really. Remember you are retiring to Spain, it is not Bournemouth with the sunshine!The Spanish culture and attitude to life is different to ours so accept that and don't make your life miserable by trying to change it. So often you hear the that it wouldn't be allowed in England" well just accept the fact that you are not in England and people do things differently in different countries. After all it is your decision to retire to Spain so relax and enjoy it! Ruth Polak the owner of www.costadelsolvacationrentals.com. A web site specializing in holiday villas and apartments on the Costa del Sol and in Rural Andalucia. You will also find lots of information about Spain and Andalucia, in particular.

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TAJ MAHAL Traditional Indian Tandoori Restaurant Torrox Costa SPECIAL OFFER ONLY EAT AS MUCH AS YOU LIKE Dinning Room

10.95€ Children under 10 - 6.50€ King Prawns not included

Booked Recommended

10,95 Menu Available all over the Christmas Period Incl. New Years Eve, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

SPECIAL LUNCH MENU

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Bar and Restaurant Open 6 days a week (incl. Kitchen) Closed Wednesdays 12.00pm until late - TEL: 654 869 083

Spit Roast Chickens 7.50 euro (Thur, Fri, Sat & Sun) call to order

Traditional Sunday Lunch Roast Chicken & Beef & with all the trimmings Lamb available if pre-ordered by Thursday afternoon 24th Christmas Eve Party 1 course 9 euro, From 2pm Live Music and Free Food 2 courses 10.50 euro or 3 courses 12 euro 25th Closed 26th Darts & Pool Knockout Tournament 5 euro entry and includes food closed Dec 27th to Jan 3rd

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Competa gallery & Framing art supplies Framing, art and supplies in the heart of Cómpeta Framing Services Prints Original Art Art Supplies +34 658 655 045 competaframing@outlook.com www.competaframing.com

Closed from 25th until 6.30pm 29th December

Bistro 6

Gilly and Gary welcome you to Bistro 6 just down from Plaza Vendimia, Competa.

Bookings being taken for New Years Eve

Special Menu & Regular menu Corkage Available For reservations callBar 951Open: 832 817 Kitchen Open: 12.00 to 3.30pm & 6.30pm until late

Open from Midday: Tue, Thur, Fri & Sat Open 6 Evenings a week from 6.30pm Closed all day Sunday & Mon & Wed lunchtimes

Tel: 951 832 817

Mob: 635 302 806

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Country Market Los Jardines del Trapiche every Tuesday 9.30am - 1.30pm

Tuesday 18th December

Seasonal Menu

12.00 to 3.00pm & 7.00 to 10.00pm

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Father Christmas joins us! Meat Hamper Rafe Food Hamper Rafe Cash prizes to be won and a performance by the "Costa Pop Choir” take the 272 onto the a356, Velez Malaga,Turn off at el cruce towards benamargosa Go over the roundabout and we are on the left hand side just before the private airport

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Caballos de Mosquin would like to wish you a Happy Christmas and Prosperous 2018

El Mosquin

Gift Vouchers Available For That Perfect Gift

Cรณmpeta Tel: 608 658 108 www.horseriding-andalucia.com - email: caballosmosquin@hotmail.com

Horse riding in the natural park Sale of original Spanish handmade leather boots.

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VICTOR ROMAN MULTISERVICIOS General Reforms Plumbing & Electrics Airconditioning Installation

Spanish & English Spoken

Free, no obligation quote

608 452 053

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Pajareria Peluqueria canina Bird Shop Canine Hair dressing Los mejores products para tu mascota The best products for your pets Repartimos a Domicilio Home Deliveries

Tel: 952 51 61 18 664 84 50 51 Mobile: 654 466 768 Avda. Canillas 7, COMPETA (MALAGA)

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1. Complex in design 7. Vaporization of a solid 10. Actress Lupino 11. Recurring theme 12. Confined 14. A musical pause 15. Gloomy, in poetry 16. Dwarf buffalo 18. Magma 21. 1000 kilograms 23. Cover 24. Verticality 26. Decipher

1. Guy 2. Forfeited 3. L 4. Not brilliant 5. Ethically indifferent 6. Passed sideways 7. Take in slowly 8. It is (poetic) 9. Eastern newt 13. Hypnotic state 16. Consumed food 17. Neither ___ 19. Workbench attachment 20. Commercials 22. And so forth 25. Negative, it meant "Happyâ&#x20AC;?

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1. As of 2018, the five tallest buildings in the United States are all located in New York and which other city? 2. Which planet spins fastest, Earth or Jupiter? 3. Which British actor played Loki in Avengers Assemble and Jonathan Pine in The Night Manager? 4. Who was the Greek goddess of Love and Beauty? a) Apollo b) Athena c) Aphrodite 5. The Pulitzer Prize is best associated with which profession? 6. Which English striker scored six goals at the 2018 World Cup Finals? 7. In which author's work might you find the Bolger, Brandybuck and Gamgee families? 8. Which US President declared: "Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country."?

9. Which American rock band composed the song 'Eye of the Tiger', best known for it's association with the Rocky film franchise? 10. Which song topped the UK single chart in July 2018, only to plummet to number 97 one week later (the furthest one week fall from top spot in UK chart history)? See page 82 for answers

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Your preferences From the village to the country side, a day trip to Granada, to the hospital, the airport or shopping in Málaga, traveling with Taxi Silvia is a pleasure. Prices With Taxi Silvia there are no unpleasant surprises about the price, we work with fixed rates for several journeys like to the airport or between the village and the country side. Before we drive off the price has been agreed upon.

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IPTV Fully loaded packages catch up, box sets, music etc. Please call for price options PACKAGES FROM 6 EUROS / MONTH Paul 657 081 492 / Maggie 952 464 378 Email: paul@iptvdigital.es

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BEFORE

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NEED A NEW KITCHEN? IDECOCINA, Torre Del Mar

ince 1980 IDECOCINA has been engaged in designing and fitting all types of kitchens in all range of styles, including accessories and electrical appliances. They offer comprehensive service performed by their own company staff.

They provide solutions for any space issues, storage and layout and provide the most convenient and economical option for you. They offer you solutions for your requirements and professionally advise you about any question regarding your kitchen.

From refurbishment works to installation of kitchens, they perform everything so that your kitchen is ready from the start in perfect conditions. Your only concern is to choose what you like the most and they will do the rest (See advert opposite for contact details).

Naturvets Competa

Avda de la. Constituciรณn 15, 29754 Cรณmpeta Please call for an appointment Tel: 952 55 38 50

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A very Joyous Christmas and a Healthy & Happy New Year ... from the Wellness Centre team! Opening times Tuesday to Saturday 10.00 till 18.00 .

Beauty and HolisticTherapies: Including Specialist Facial Treatments, waxing, manicures & pedicures, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Bowen technique, Reiki, Swedish massage, Lymphatic drainage, Acupuncture and more. .

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Cร MPETA FOOD CLUB

ties r a P Home and Event Cooking / Private Chef as rs m t e The Cรณmpeta Food Club stands for fresh, crea ve fusing hris Dinn C modern mediterranean Cuisine with contemporary Asian. r s r fo istma To celebrate an amazing experience in the comfort of e t hr your own home with your family or friends. At your home, Ca We and C at your private Villa or anywhere we can put our pans and pots. The best Restaurant is your home During your stay at the Finca you can also enjoy the advantages of having your personal Chef. Whether is a light lunch or dinner, a birthday or a social event, just sit back, relax and enjoy an unforge able culinary experience with your personal Chef.

For more information please call Astrid or Henning. Phone: +34 681 040 976 Whatsapp: +34 681 040 976 www.competafood.club Email: ah.competafoodclub@gmail.com

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NEED A NEW KITCHEN? IDECOCINA, Torre Del Mar

Naturvets Competa

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ARIES

â&#x20AC;˘ December 2018 Horoscopes â&#x20AC;˘ 20th March - 19th April

f the world collapsed today, you wouldn't bat an eyelash. You're perfectly content sailing along on cloud nine! The source of your bliss could be that new person in your life. Are you passionately, intensely, wonderfully in love?You can yield to the magic.

GEMINI

TAURUS

ou may have had some emotional disappointments lately, but thi month will restore your faith in love. All you need to do is take action. Your amazing lucidity and realism keep you from hoping for the impossible.

CANCER

ut on your traveling shoes, Gemini. Fear of the unknown may have prompted you to postpone certain trips. You claimed you were too busy, but no one really believed this, not even you.

LEO

our surroundings are currently changing. Perhaps your circle of friends has already undergone a major change. The fact is that you no longer have so many prejudices about the people you meet nor seek only a certain type of friend.

LIBRA

re you thinking of going into business for yourself, Libra? Being self-employed doesn't automatically mean you will have more freedom. Of course, you will be your own boss, but you will also bear all the responsibility for the success or failure.

SAGITTARIUS

22th November - 21st December

erhaps you should suspend your inhibitions and let your dreams guide you. For instance, you might imagine that the need to make any choices has vanished. Or you might grant yourself a vacation from daily chores.

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23rd August - 22th September

ou used to look enviously at other people and think, "I wish I had a natural ability like that." Now you understand that that person is just someone who had the self-confidence to go to work, refine and develop an aptitude.

SCORPIO

23rd October - 21st November

ithin the next few days, you're likely to gain access to dimensions of perception you never suspected. Perhaps you will become aware of certain energy phenomena, peak experiences, or other highly sensitive states of consciousness.

CAPRICORN

22th December - 19th January

our optimism is likely to receive a little boost this month Capricorn. A memorable emotional encounter may be the source of some extra zeal. Or you may derive great satisfaction from being part of a group.

ften fiery temperaments like yours are drawn to fight for great causes despite the better judgment of more down-to-Earth people. As a result, you have great leadership potential that may emerge this month.

AQUARIUS

ou may find this somewhat disturbing. You feel as though the roots of your identity, such as your family background and social standing, are dissolving. Comfort yourself with the knowledge that your family is simply changing.

VIRGO

PISCES

he climate is positive and the energy is flowing. It's as though you have a magic wand. You give it a wave and - presto the day's tasks are done! Your family will be very happy to spend some quality time with you.

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Os deseamos Feliz Navidad y PrĂłspero AĂąo Nuevo We would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year

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Hair by Trina Perm, Colouring, Hi/Low light, Balayage, Men and Childrens cuts, Wash and Set, Styling for weddings, communions, parties & other special occasions

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New by Ellie All types of Waxing (Facial & Body), Eyebrow/Eyelash Tinting, Eyelash Perm and Tinting, Eyelash Extensions Variety of facial Treatments including Relaxing facial with massage Extraction facials, Glycolic Acid Peeling Colagen treatments and much more!

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Every morning for the past six months, I announce loudly to my family that I’m going for a jog, and then I don’t. It’s my longest running joke of this year. A weasel walks into a bar. The Bartender says, "Wow, I've never served a weasel before. What can I get you?" "Pop," goes the weasel.

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JO Why is Beef a bad password? It’s not stroganoff. My wife hates it when I mess with her red wine. I added some fruit and orange juice. Now she’s sangria than ever. I get a thrill out of stealing kitchen utensils. I'm a whisk taker.

have a favourite child. Harsh, because I was her only kid. I took my new girlfriend out on our first date to the ice rink, and entry was half price. She called me a cheap skate.

Today I learned: The writer Stephen King has a son named Joe. I’m not joking, but he is.

Harry Potter can't tell the difference between his cooking pot and his best mate. They're both cauldron. 6:30 is the best time on a clock. Hands down...

I was watching Jurassic park the other day... When I thought "not only does my son have a really stupid name, he´s also a terrible driver".

My friend is giving away free guitars. No strings attached.

My wife accused me of having an affair with a woman from Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerwchllyn drobwllllandysiliogogogoch. I said, "How can you say such a thing?!”

My laptop was making funny noises today, it sounded like it was singing... Probably because it's a Dell.

My doctor told me to take up an activity that gets me out of the pub. So I've started smoking.

At the dinner table, my Mum used to remind us that she didn’t

I just got back from China. I feel pretty disoriented.

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CAMPO CUTTINGS BY LORRAINE CAVANAGH Talking Trees

ow many trees do you have in your garden/chunk of campo? At the Garden Centre, around 5000 m2, we have 31 in the ground and another 5 pending, with, of course, very many more in pots waiting for buyers!

most romantic weeping willow trees all around. Yea, weeping willows around a pool – might look fantastic but not for too many years; they are extremely aggressive rooters and can happily break through concrete to get to water. The maintenance and upkeep became exorbitant and, sadly, the pool closed. This was I know it's the season to talk all back in the days when a pool with things Christmas, including every villa was unknown so you can Christmas trees, but I think it would imagine the mourning of the village be so much better if we all planted a pool closure. tree in our gardens for Christmas instead of suffocating one with Looks are important – we can all fall baubles, tinsel and fairies! As the in love with a beautiful tree. My very years fly by, your plantings could first home here was purchased not become a forest and each tree because of its practical layout and would have a memory, be it of good certain style with lovely views. We or bad years. Life's like that. bought it, primarily, because it had the most beautiful ancient olive tree This being the planting season, one shading the patio – it was love at of the questions we are most asked first sight for me, fresh from England is for suitable trees for a given and the tree never gave me reason situation – and it can be tricky, so do to regret that decision! There are seek proper advice. Trees are so such a large range of trees available long-lived and important to our lives to us that it's possible to combine and surroundings that correct looks with practicality and plant positioning is vital. wisely, if you know what you're doing. To help you, here are a few Many of you will not remember the tree ideas for specific positions, open-air swimming pool in Cómpeta sticking to ornamentals, apart from – not the hotel pool or the municipal citrus, which are multi-purpose. pool by the school - this one was, more or less, where the new car Windbreak/shelter trees and trees park is now. It was small and for windy positions: coquettish with a curvy pool, small Tamarix gallica forms a tough, bar area, grass to sit upon and the deciduous, shrubby small tree with

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fine feathery foliage that filters the wind and a froth of pink flowers in springtime. A good pioneer planting as it fills out quickly on very lean pickings! Schinus molle, or false pepper tree, is another quick grower, happy on poor soils. Evergreen, it weeps romantically down to the ground and its white flowers are followed by cascading strings of pink berries which can be used as a peppercorn substitute. Very aggressive rooting, it's great for binding soil together but not one you'd want by any sort of structure. Betula alba, white birch, and betula pendula, silver birch, are elegant and beautiful and, in this area, rarely planted. Ghostly white and dancing in the moonlight, they were traditionally planted to ward off evil spirits. Another platinised planting is the Arizona cypress, cupressus Arizonica. Like a towering silvery Christmas tree, it is very drought resistant. And, if you want some stronger colouring, try metrosideros excelsa (either as a shrub or tree). Its olive green tough leaves blend well into the campo colouration but in summer it will erupt into red pompom like flowers. Trees to give privacy/block a bad view: One of the first priorities in these cases is speed of growth – if you've something to hide, you want to do it

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quickly. Schinus molle, as detailed above, with its big head of foliage is a natural and the large and varied mimosa family, or acacias, are great for their speed of growth too. Evergreen with many differing leaf forms and their typical yellow powder-puff scented flowers, don´t overwater them and they will then grow harder and more windresistant. If you need something skinny – maybe to hide a pylon – the Italian cypresses, cupressus sempervirens, are naturals piercing blue skylines with their vertical form. Trees that are good near pools: In this situation cleanliness is tantamount, so evergreen is almost essential though, if you cover your pool during the colder months you may be ok with leaf drop. Some trees, although evergreen, are incredibly messy – like mimosas. This is where citrus are brilliant. They are evergreen and, with their shiny dark green leaves, white heavily-scented flowers and stunning fruits, they are incredibly ornamental. Another quick-growing and nice evergreen is the Norfolk Island hibiscus or lagunaria patersonii. It has olive-green leaves, more silvered underneath and pale pink hibiscus-like flowers through late spring and summer. Its only downside is that the seedcases are lined with irritant hairs which protect the seeds, so take care not to handle them. If you've a sheltered poolside setting, the deciduous frangipane might suit. It will lose its leaves but they are big so not too much problem to collect up and its waxy perfumed flowers are stunningly beautiful. Small trees for patios: Citrus and lagunaria patersonii, as above, and lagerstroemia indica or crepe myrtle tree. This makes an extremely pretty deciduous tree with good autumn colours and ruffled crepe-paper-like springtime flowers in soft shades of pink, lilac and white. If you've patience, arbutus unedo or strawberry tree is very pretty too with dark green evergreen leaves, clusters of scented white bell-like flowers and red strawberry-

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like fruits which are edible if somewhat unpalatable; they are however used in liqueurs. Mature trees develop lovely peeling caramel-coloured bark too. Best shade trees: Four deciduous trees that will give great summer shade but drop their leaves in winter to allow the sunshine through. Albizia julibrissin, the silk tree, has ferny, far-reaching branches with pink powder-puff flowers in late spring. Melia azedarach, or Persian lilac, has deep-green filigreed leaves and scented lilac springtime flowers followed by clusters of honeycoloured berries (poisonous) which dangle on the bare-branches. Tipuana tipu, the tipu tree, bears yellow flowers and has one of the biggest canopies; tecoma stans is another yellow with dangling bells of golden flowers – tough and quick.

the most beautiful trees with superelegant lacy leaves and striking scarlet and yellow flowers. Unusual leaf colour: One of the best for fiery autumnal colour is liquidambar styraciflua, the sweetgum. Or try the slow-growing but majestic ginkgo biloba, maidenhair tree with its lovely honeyed colouration in autumn. Plummy leaf colour makes for a great contrast tree. Two of the best are the ornamental plum, prunus cerasifera, with its lovely pink springtime flowers and the dark burgundy leaves of cercis Canadensis Forest Pansy.

Large leaves: Banana and the banana look-alike, but tougher, strelitzia Nicolai, the giant bird of paradise plant give a touch of exoticism. Catalpa bignonioides, the Indian bean tree has huge heart-shaped leaves (rather like the paulownia described Spectacular lookers: above) and scented white flowers The blue-lilac clouds of jacaranda flowers are everyone's favourite and with purple and yellow striations. It's a good looker if you want big, bold one of my favourite memories of and floriferous! African cities. Chorisia speciosa/insignis, the kapok trees, And one to avoid: have become popular in recent The tree of heaven, ailanthus years with their striking thorny altissima, may sound heavenly – trunks and gorgeous orchid-like and, in truth, it is a good-looker – flowers in pink/gold or speckled but it can soon become an invasive yellow/buff. Our Empress tree, paulownia tomentosa, at the garden nightmare. It spreads incredibly centre always draws comment with quickly by seed and suckering so, unless you've an empty hill-side you its huge heart-shaped leaves and want to cover, avoid it! racemes of lilac, yellow-throated foxglove-like flowers. It's big and If you need more tree advice, do beautiful. And we love our brachychiton acerifolius, the Illiwarra come and talk to us because there are loads more we can tempt you flame tree with its shiny hand-like leaves. These drop in May/June and with! the brilliant scarlet clusters of flowers dangle on the bare branches The Viveros Florena Team wish you all a happy and contented until it re-leafs. More tender beauties: If you've a sheletered garden, lucky you! You can grow the African tulip tree, spathodea campanulata, an absolute stunner with bunches of scarlet flowers lined gold on their edges. More sheltered still – go for the flamboyant tree – its common name says it all! Botanically delonix regia, it is widely regarded as one of

Christmastime. We are closed from 23 December 2018 until 2 January 2019, inclusive. Don´t forget our Winter Market on 5 December 2018. It's a great day out with home-made crafts and vintage gloriousness, a round-the-world food and drink orgy, Juke Box Bandits to dance and sing and Dan the Man, expert knife and axe thrower. WOW!

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. CAS HOLIDAY GREETINGS As the year comes to an end, the Costa Animal Society (CAS) would like to express our gratitude to all of our family, friends and volunteers who have made it possible for us to continue doing the best we can for all the animals in need in Nerja and its near environs. From business sponsors to shop volunteers, from private kennels to fosterers, and especially to the work of our veterinarian partners, thank you. From those who take care of the paperwork enabling us to send wonderful dogs to our sister charities in Northern Europe and Scandinavia, to the volunteers who drive them to the airport and to those who fly with them, muchisimas gracias! And, especially a huge thank you to our friends in the media who very generously provide their valuable time and space pro bono helping us to get the word out on the urgent and serious issue of animal welfare. Your support is very much appreciated. From all of us at CAS, we wish you happy holidays and all the best in the coming year. Salud! PUNTA LARA CAS QUIZ Join the Costa Animal Society (CAS) in the holiday spirit at the Punta Lara Bar for their Christmas quiz taking place on December 21 at 7.30pm. Fancy dress is optional but thinking caps are required for

this fun filled event to raise money for the needy doggies and moggies in our area. Food and drinks are available at the bar and advanced booking is recommended by calling Mark at 635 369 673.

CORAXALIA Local choir “CoraXalia” (Director: Eusebio Pita) has the pleasure of inviting you to two Christmas concerts, one in the Church of San Isidro Labrador in Periana Saturday 8 December at 20.00 and one in Alcaucín on Friday 7 December (details to be announced in local press shortly). Hope to see you there! For more information please email eucorax@hotmail.es or Tel: 689 111 352. Coro local "CoraXalia" (Director: Eusebio Pita) tiene el placer de invitarle a dos conciertos de Navidad, uno en la Iglesia de San Isidro Labrador de Periana, Sábado 8 diciembre a las 20.00, otro en Alcaucín el viernes 7 diciembre – más información pronto). ¡Espero veros allí! Para más información envíe un email a eucorax@hotmail.es o Tel: 689 111 352 CHRISTMAS MARKETS, MALAGA Paseo del Parque, ideally located so you can enjoy the buzz of the market, along with experiencing

the magic of the famous Christmas lights on Malaga’s nearby Calle Larios. You’ll find all sorts of things at the stalls here, from Christmas sweets to handicrafts to beautifully bound books. There’s something everyone and given the market opens daily until 10 p.m. each night When: From December 1 to January 5 Where: Paseo del Parque, Malaga

An amazing Christmas market loaded with great buys for the holiday season. This annual market is a great place to try some of the typical Christmas sweets of Malaga, as well as purchase local handcrafts. You’ll also get some cracking views across the water as you take in the winter atmosphere. Where: Pier One / Muelle Uno, Malaga Port Soho area of Malaga is home to a more alternative Christmas Market. Open until 10 p.m., it consists of works of art, handcrafts and vintage art produced by local artists. This weekend market is referred to as a Garage Market due to its location inside a garagestyle building. Very useful for those cold days and also convenient should it rain in the city. Where: Calle Casas de Campos, 33

COMPETA TOWN HALL NEWS Operation Christmas and Three Kings Help put a smile on someone's face during the festive season! CARITAS in Cómpeta work all year helping local people in need. During the festive season they are helping many families to get through this time with food and small gifts for children. Donations of nonperishable foodstuff or small gifts for children can be left at the Cómpeta Tourist Office every day from 10:00 – 14:00H. Cash donations for CARITAS Cómpeta can be made at the Unicaja Bank in the main square.

Spanish Carols Flamenco Style, a stunning show!

throughout the UK, Europe, North America and Australia.

Dec 4th Christmas Concert, 19:00H Enjoy a local choir singing in the Cómpeta. “Tanatorio Concert Hall”. Get in the Christmas Spirit!

CORO DE COMPETA "An evening of Christmas songs and Carols to be held at the Tanatorio in Competa, on the 14th December, at 8.00pm. Come and listen too and join in with Coro de Competa as they perform many well known songs and carols to start the festive season. Admission is free, but donations will be gratefully accepted, in aid of local charities.Come and join us and have a sing with us. Look forward to seeing you there." Coro de Competa

Dec 16th 18:00H “El Rocio Choirs” Enjoy a concert of the “El Rocio Choirs” in the Church. December 17th to 22nd “Semana del Mayor” Many events for the over 65s. December 22nd Meal for Cómpeta residents who are 65s and over. Put your name at the Town Hall. December 30th “San Silvestre Race”, winner gets a prize of a Turkey! Main Square Cómpeta.

Dec 6th Day of the Constitution Celebration for those who are 18 years old. Put names down in the Town Hall. Sat 8th Dec Christmas Market In the “Paseo de las Tradiciónes” from 10:00 – 15:00H. Many handmade goods to make interesting gifts or treat yourself! Join in the fun and get in the Christmas spirit! Sat 8th Dec 12:00H Opening of the Belen Salon de Actos, Town Hall. Sat 8th of Dec “Villancicos Flamenco Style” Afternoon concert look out for posters with time and venue

ART EXHIBITION Local artist Margaret Riordan has an art exhibition until end april 2018 at bar choto playa on the n340 at peñoncillo beach, torrox costa, (not tueS). (next to Ruta 340 motorcycles shop). Free entry, plenty of free parking.I am a selftaught artist (retired secretary) I was born in Bristol, England, and have been painting and drawing all my life. I’ve entered many competitions with success at local and national level and over 400 of my works have been sold

GALERIA LUZ DE VIDA Contemporary art in Galeria Luz de la Vida. Feel welcome to come by and have a look. Calle Laberinto 15, Bajo, Competa. Opposite El Pilon.Open on Saturday: 11:00 - 14:00 and on random hourse during the week.Concert by English singersongwriter Keith James: The Best of Keith James One of the UK’s most passionate and enduring concert performers is coming to Competa to give another very special concert in Galeria Luz de la Vida! Sunday the 16th of Dec. at 5 pm. www.galerialuzdelavida.com fb:galeria luz de la vida

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Town Doctors Halls Doctors Canillas de Aceituno Tel: 952 518 250 Cómpeta Calle San Antonio Tel: 951 289 791 Salares Tel: 952 508 906 Sayalonga Tel : 952 552 404 Sedella Tel: 952 508 858 Nerja Tel: 952 523 131 Salobrena Tel: 958 829 332 Torre del Mar Tel: 952 542 396

Municipal Police Canillas de Aceituno Tel: 952 518 000 Tel: 952 518 002 Cómpeta Tel: 605 276 302 Canillas de Albaida Tel: 952 558 321 Nerja Tel: 952 521 545 Torrox Pueblo Tel: 952 539 828 Torrox Costa Tel: 952 538 115 Velez Malaga Tel: 952 549 238 Torre del Mar Tel: 952 965 546 Emergencies 112

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Alcaucin Tel: 952 510 002 Archez Tel: 952 553 159 Canillas de Albaida. Tel: 952 553 006 Canillas de Aceituno, Tel: 952 518 002 Cómpeta, Tel: 952 516 006 952 516 025 Periana Tel: 952 536 016 Rio Gordo Tel: 952 732 154 Sayalonga Tel: 952 535 021 Salares Tel: 952 508 903 Sedella Tel: 952 508 839 Torre del Mar Tel: 952 540 471 Torrox Costa Tel: 952 538 010 Velez Malaga Tel: 952 559 100 Vinuela Tel: 952 519 002 Frigiliana Tel: 952 533 122 La Herradura Tel: 958 827 794 Nerja Tel: 952 548 430 Torrox Pueblo Tel: 952 538 200

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Bus Doctors Times L= Mon – Sat • D= Direct Nerja – Malaga 06.30L, 07.30, 08.30D, 08.55, 10.10D, 11.10, 11.55D, 12.40, 13.40, 14.55, 16.10, 17.10, 18.10D, 18.40, 19.40, 20.40, 21.15, 21.45D Malaga – Nerja 07.00, 08.15L, 09.15, 10.30, 11.00D, 11.45D, 12.30D, 13.00, 14.15, 15.15, 16.30, 17.30, 18.45, 19.30D, 20.15, 20.45D, 21.30D, 23.00 Canillas de Albaida - CompetaSayalonga - Malaga Mon-Fri Departs Canillas de Albaida 7.00 - 9.30 - 13.30 - 15.30 - 17.30 Sat, Sun & Festivals 9.00 Sat & Festivals 15.30 Sun 18.00 For Competa add 5 minutes For Sayalonga add 20 minutes Malaga - Torre del Mar Algarrobo Costa - Sayalonga Competa - Canillas de Albaida Mon-Fri Departs 11.30 - 13.15 - 18.30 Sat & Festivals 13.15 - 18.30 Sun 10.30 - 20.15

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Finca Los Pinos Tel: 619 175 649 The Hotel Balcon Tel: 952 55 3662

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Hairdressers Tin Tin Hairdressers Tel: 952 516 416 E.G.O Tel: 616 022 734 Salon Chica Loca Tel: 606 226 645

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Restaurante El Pilon Tel: 952 553 512 - Cómpeta Taberna Teteria Hierbabuena Tel: 951 70 76 38 - Cómpeta The Pavo Real - Cómpeta/Torrox Tel: 654 86 90 83 The Balcon Hotel - - Cómpeta Tel: 952 55 36 62 El Recreo - Cómpeta Tel: 952 51 60 43 La Extremeña - Archez Tel: 686 558 362 Casa Paco - Competa Tel: 952 516 077 El Pino Restaurant - Torrox Tel: 952 968 106 Perico’s - Competa Tel: 952 553 739 El Cortijo - Competa Tel:952 553 647 Restaurante El Pámpano Tel: 951 832 810 Bar Miguel - Competa Tel: 952 516 754 Jocavi - Sayalonga Tel: 952 535 177 The Beach Lounge - Torre del Mar team@thebeachlounge.es Plaza Lounge Bar - Benamargosa Tel: 633 808 224 Cantueso - Periana Tel: 699 946213 Bar Lorena - Competa 952 553 354 .

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December CHURCH SERVICES Alhama de Granada, St. Barnabas I.E.R.E (Anglican). Service in English at 11.30 first and third Sundays of the month now at La Joya Roman Catholic Church, Plaza Alfonso X11. contact Priest 95 203 0461 or Warden 95 252 0921. Torre del Mar( Lux Mundi Centre). St. Barnabas I.E.R.E, Spanish Episcopal service in English at 11 o'clock, first and third Sunday Morning Prayer, second and forth Sundays Holy Communion. Contact Rector 95 203 0461 or Wardens 25 251 0921 and 95 251 0056. St Barnabas IERE (Anglican). English services 11 a.m. Sundays at Iglesia Evangelica, Torre del Mar, opposite the bus station. Tel.952030461 (priest) or 618640132 (churchwarden) "Church of England" services at the Capillia de san jose calle linares 7 velez Malaga. website is www. stgeorgemalaga.org. All are welcome. Contact number 952 219 396. Roman Catholic Mass in English, held every Saturday, will now take place in Caleta de Velez, Parish Church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, situated on the main street. Time 5pm. LUX MUNDI, TORRE DEL MAR Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Torre del Mar. Avda. Moscatel 1”I”, (Jardines Viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la Viña Opening hours Monday through Friday 10.00 to 13.00 only LUX MUNDI, TORRE DEL MAR DECEMBER COMING EVENTS AND EXCURSIONS. Every Friday – Coffee Morning. Time 11.00 to 13.00. Monday December 3rd - Half Orange “Bring and Share” Lunch, widows, widowers and singles group. Time 13.00. Tuesday December 4th - Photography Group Thursday December 6th - Closed for National Holiday. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday December 11th/12th/13th – Excursion to Cordoba, Medina Azahara & Christmas Light. Tickets available at the centre, price 169 Euros per person sharing a double room, 199 Euros per person in a single room on a bed and breakfast basis. Deposit 50 Euros. Photocopy of passport required when booking. Final payment by 15th November. Price includes coach travel and insurance, hotel accommodation and visit to Medina Azahara. Fund raising event. Departure times: Algarrobo (Lidl) 08:15, Caleta (Vets) 08:20, Torre del Mar

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(Bus station) 08:30, Viñuela (F Pitch) 08:45 Saturday December 15th – Ecumenical Christmas Carol Service. Time 18.00. Monday December 17th – Art Appreciation Group. Donation of 2 Euros. Time 10.30 at the Centre. Tuesday December 18th – Talk ´Skipping Rope & Opera House: Charm & Genius’. Please come and join friends to listen to a power point talk by James Taylor about the astonishing musical gifts of young Alma Deutscher. Alma wrote a full length opera "Cinderella" when she was still only 12 years old. Following the talk there will be supper with a choice of Lasagna & salad, sweet and a glass of wine. Ticket price 12 Euros available at the Centre. Proceeds for fundraising. Time 17.00 for 17.30. Friday December 21st- Coach Excursion to “La Mosca” Belen and Malaga Christmas Lights. Ticket price 10 Euros available at the Centre. Proceeds for fundraising. Departure: Viñuela (Football pitch) 15:20, Algarrobo (Lidl) 15:45, Caleta (Vets) 15:50, Torre del Mar (Bus station) 16:00. Monday December 24th & 25th – Closed for Public Holidays. Wednesday 26th, Thursday 27th & Friday 28th December – Open mornings only 10.00 to 13.00. Friday December 28th – Coffee Morning “Special Lucky Grapes”. Ticket price Euros available at the Centre. All proceeds to fundraising. Time 11.00 to 13.00. TRAPICHE SOCIAL CLUB The Trapiche Social Club meets every Wednesday at 12 noon until 2pm at the Trapiche Restaurant, just off the A356 Velez-Malaga to La Vinuela. The first Wednesday in the month is our regular lunch meeting, we enjoy a 3 course lunch with wine, casera and water for just €8.50. LOS ROMANES ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Monday from 12-2.00 pm in the Garden Restaurant, La Vinuela. Information can be obtained from our website www.RBL-Losromanes.org.uk or Margaret Branch Sec. 951066079 NERJA BRANCH THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION The Branch holds lunch meetings at the Hotel Al Andalus, Maro on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Also at the Restaurant Nueva Arenas, La Herradura on the 1st Friday of each month. Non members are always welcome. Booking is essential. For further information about the branch or to book for lunch , Please contact Vera, Tel 952967200 or Email: ozzybaldwin@yahoo.co.uk

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TAURUS REAL ESTATE Service with Integrity Since 2004

CANILLAS DE ALBAIDA

BENAJARAFE

Immaculate south-facing mountain villa in a breathtakingly beautiful and tranquil location with impressive sea views. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open-plan living room, sun lounge, large pool, and mature garden in a 3,000m2 plot. Registered rental property.

Stunning south-facing villa in a peaceful yet easy accessible location with impressive sea and mountain views. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, open-plan living room, beautiful & spacious terracotta terraces around the property and a garage. Independent guest apartment. Well worth a visit!

REF: C3618

REF: MS121

EPC Rating E

269,000€

EPC Rating E

385,000€

www.taurusrealestate.com

CÓMPETA

TORRE DEL MAR

Traditional country house with swimming pool, close to the village of Cómpeta, with easy access and parking. Plot of approx. 8.063 m2 with olives, vines and fruit trees, and main accommodation approx. 92 m2 comprising 2 kitchens, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & garage.

Brand new luxury townhouses of approx. 105m2, sold unfurnished & off plan. Living / dining area, 2-3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, private garden, patio, terrace & communal swimming pool. Gated with parking space or garage. Sea views and approx. 500 metres from the beach front.

REF: C3623

REF:MS128

Awaiting EPC

230,000€

Awaiting EPC From 165,000€

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