The Grapevine Magazine June 2019 by The Grapevine Magazine

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June 2019 Issue 170

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Editors Note... Summer is here and the kids finish school this month. This year my daughter completes her secondary school education. I can’t believe we moved here with 9 month old twins 15 years ago and now I am talking about one of them finishing school. Her last year has been marked with an end of school week long trip to Tenerife and with a graduation ceremony at the end of June. Graduation is an important date in the diary. We have been preparing with dress shopping and shoe buying and of course the copious amounts of studying to ensure graduation happens. I will been glad when the term is over as much as my daughter! Photo: Views over Pradollano Ski Resort taken by cyclemalaga.com

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June Weather Days with rainfall: 1 Days Avg Max Temperature: 26.7 c Hours of Sunshine : 10 p/day

In Competa this month we have Culture Week 24th to 30th June a week long programme of culture ,music, sports and competitions. For the exact time and location of the activities pop into the Town Hall for more information. Now is a great time to enjoy eating outside and listening to live music. Please do let us know of any events or what’s happening in your area by emailing us at grapevinesales@gmail.com Next month is our Property Feature so if you have a property to sell do get in contact and if you are an Estate Agent don't miss your chance to show case even more properties than usual. Enjoy and keep Reading The Editor

Inside This Month

The weather data is for guidance only and is the average monthly maximum for the Costa del Sol

28 The Osborne Bull A Popular Symbol in the Spanish Countryside

No part of this publication may be used or reproduced or scanned without prior consent of The Grapevine Magazine.

50 A Place in the Sun The Channel 4 TV Programme has been filming in Competa and the episode will be aired later this month

The Grapevine Magazine accepts no responsibility for any alterations to events listed, claims made by our advertisers or information provided by our contributors.

72 Excursion to Pico del Veleta, Granada Europe’s longest cycling ascent

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84 Camping Cuttings by Lorraine Cavanagh Summer Scorhers!

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Come and ﬁnd us in our new oﬃces Avenida Andalucia 65c, Torre del Mar

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Price:235,000 Euros

Torre del Mar Spacious 4 bed, 2 bath apartment (130m²), with separate kitchen, ideally situated with easy access to the beach and all amenities. The perfect full time home, lock up and leave holiday home or rental property.

Benajarafe Large 2 storey villa (222 m²) with 3 beds, 2 baths and separate wc, large lounge and kitchen/dining, 2 garages, terraces with sea and mountain views, private Jetstream pool and heater, a short drive from the beach.

EPC - In process

ref: t1327

ref: v1325

EPC - E

Price reduced!

Price:349,990 Euros

Price reduced!

Price:349,950 Euros

Corumbela Charming 2 bed, 1 bath and en-suite wc rustic finca (79m²), cosy lounge and kitchen/dining, stunning terraced garden, fantastic plunge pool, utility/store with possibility to form an en-suite bedroom, a beautiful unique property.

EPC - E

Price reduced!

ref: v1326 Price:210,000 Euros This Month’s Special Offer!

Torrox

Lovely 3 bed, 2 bath villa (150m²) with a Mediterranean garden, heated swimming pool, large garage (40m2) with sauna and roof terrace, option to adapt garage as extra guest accommodation. Good access and a must to view!

Canillas de Aceituno

Competa

ref: v1279

Spacious 3 bed, 3 bath + wc countryside villa (171m²), bright living/dining area with separate kitchen, fantastic outside space with mature garden, sunny private pool area with stunning views, great location only 15 minutes from coast, a must see property! EPC - E ref: v1233

Price:250,000 Euros

Stunning property! Price: 329,950 Euros

Price reduced!

Archez

Competa

Recently renovated 3 bed, 2 bath villa (117m²), with mountain and countryside views, rustic charm with a modern feel, living area with separate kitchen, great outside space with garden and spacious pool area.

Beautiful and modern 3 bed, 2 bath villa (114m²), living/dining space and kitchen, large terraces with private pool, dining terrace and outside kitchen/barbeque area, large driveway, stunning open views.

A new 3 beds, 2 baths villa (120m2) with a pool in a peaceful situation just a short drive from Canillas de Albaida. Pre-fitted ready for central heating to be installed. An ideal property for year round living or for letting.

EPC - D

Price reduced!

EPC - E

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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 Price:285,000 Euros

ref: v1309 EPC - In process

“ 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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Price:115,000 Euros

Spacious, rustic 2 bed, 1 bath + wc 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. EPC - E ref: t1260

Price:179,000 Euros

Velez - Malaga Lovely historic character property with 2 ensuite beds (121m²), living/dining with separate kitchen and utility room, large driveway with double garage, lovely outside terraces and gardens with stunning views. ref: v1298 EPC - D

Great investment!

Price:349,000 Euros

Sayalonga

Sedella

Stunning views!

Beautiful property!

Price:329,950 Euros

Sayalonga

Competa

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

EPC - D

Canillas de Aceituno

Traditional 3bed, 1 bath village house (100m²), with 2 lounges and kitchen/dinning, study/office, breakfast terrace and roof terrace, central village location with parking nearby, in need of some updating, an opportunity to create a unique home. EPC - E ref: t1245

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

Beautiful property! Price:279,000 Euros

We can advertise your property on Rightmove Overseas – Sayalonga Give us a call now! Beautiful rustic 3 bed, 1 bath villa (95m²), living/dining and open plan kitchen, covered and curtained dining terrace with outside kitchen and barbeque, swimming pool with space for sun loungers, ample parking space. EPC - E ref: v1301

Beautiful property Price: 149,950 Euros

Salares

Price:399,000 Euros

Price:99,000 Euros

Beautiful 3 bed, 2 bath villa (191m²). With an open plan living/dining space and fitted kitchen. The villa benefits from gas underfloor heating, a studio perfect for painting, a large garage, private pool, good access and exquisite views. EPC - E ref: v1223

Spacious 4 bed, 3 bath villa (229m²), including a sep. 1 bed and 1 bath guest Wonderful traditional rustic style 3 bed 2 bath accom. Bright lounge with kitchen/dining, village house (132m²) with dining kitchen, large wonderful far reaching sea & mountains views, living room, fantastic courtyard terrace, 2 balcony garage, swimming pool, several terraces, terraces and garage. requires some updating. EPC - In process ref: t1004 ref: v1314 EPC - E

Renovated Finca!

Great value!

Price reduced!

Price: 299,950 Euros

Colmenar

Fabulous 3 bed 2 bath country villa (109m²) situated within an olive grove with spacious living accommodation, part-covered terrace, gazebo, pool, storage/utility rooms and breathtaking countryside views.

ref: v1128 EPC - E

ref: v1115

Price reduced!

Price:285,000 Euros

Torrox

Spacious, light and airy country property (199m²) with 3 beds, 2 baths and recently refitted kitchen and bathroom. Large rooms with beamed ceilings. A private swimming pool and many terraces. Needs a little updating, so priced accordingly. ref: v1259 EPC - E

Great value!

Colmenar

Price:145,000 Euros

Charming nicely renovated 3 bed 2 bath village house (172m²) with many attractive original features, spacious living accommodation and 49m² of south facing outside space with covered terrace, 2 further terraces and 2 garden areas. EPC - D ref: t1105

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NEWS IN SPAIN This Months Update

he travel guide Lonely Planet has named Madrid as the second-best place to visit in Europe for 2019. Travel experts from the famous guidebook awarded the Spanish capital for its efforts to make the city more environmentally and pedestrian friendly. According to Lonely Planet, “the emphasis on sustainable living has led to wide-scale pedestrianization, bicycle lanes and rental schemes, widened footpaths, and new emissions controls transforming the city.”

arents who received paid paternity leave took longer to have another child and men’s desire for more children dropped, a study in Spain has found. The progressive reform towards gender equality may have changed the way men in the Mediterranean country see fertility. The introduction of paternity leave in Spain, like in other countries, was part of a set of policies designed to promote gender equality both in the labor market and at home, said Libertad González, one of the researchers behind the report. It was also to promote fertility. “Spain is a lowfertility country,” González said. But it seemed to have the opposite effect.

long, steep slide linking two streets in a southern Spanish town has been closed

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pending safety checks a day after it opened to the public. The 38metre-long slide in Estepona, on the Costa del Sol, is intended to give residents of all ages a quick way to travel between the streets, which sit at very different levels. The stainless-steel chute, reputed to be Spain’s longest, has a gradient that varies between 32 and 34 degrees. It was unveiled one day in May but shut the following day after people complained of injuries, and a video posted on social media showed a user hurtling down the slide at fearsome speed and flying off the end.

olice in Belgium have arrested the 16-year-old son of a woman whose body was found hidden in a trunk in Playa del Palma. The youth had disappeared shortly before the body of Gloria Zavala was found wrapped in plastic bags in the garage of a home on the Carretera Militar.Belgian officers and investigators from the Spanish National Police’s Homicide Group also arrested the girlfriend of the victim’s son, a 17-year-old who had disappeared at the same time.A post mortem examination allegedly found that Zavala, 53, was the victim of a homicide, although the advanced state of decomposition of the body did not make it possible to determine the precise cause of her death.

Dutch expat has been arrested for allegedly hiring a Mexican hitman to kill his Algerian ex-wife in Spain. He was arrested by the Guardia Civil in Alcañiz after the man’s daughter raised the alarm when he lent her his phone as hers wasn’t working. She discovered messages where he was allegedly contracting a killer to fly the Atlantic to murder the girl’s mother. The daughter tipped off the intended victim who made a complaint to police. Investigators say a payment of €2,000 had already been paid to the hitman, who was to get further payments once the woman was dead.

he latest official update to the Real Academia Española‘s Diccionario de la Lengua Española (Dictionary of the Spanish Language), now in its 23rd edition, includes 62 additional words. Among the additions are more than a dozen words of English origin – by far the most numerous among the various extranjerismos. Adding anglicismos to the preeminent dictionary of the Spanish language is, naturally, a precarious undertaking. The decision to include or exclude a particular English derivation must balance the Diccionario’s functions as an authoritative regulator of Spanish usage, on the one hand, and, on the other, as a responsive reflection of how people really use the language.

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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

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We Open Every Day (Except On Wednesdays, Cafeteria And Kitchen Are Closed After Breakfast Due To Staff Day Off) .

Menu Of The Day for Lunch (Starter, Main Course & Dessert) on the terrace from 1pm Monday to Saturday (Except On Wednesdays) .

Sunday Lunch : Menu Of 3 Courses: Roast Beef & Paella On Sundays, from 13.00h at the Terrace.

BBQ NIGHT EVERY SATURDAY From 15th June 7:15pm - 10:30pm Please book your table in advance

SUNDAY 23rd JUNE: MITCH & MIGUELITO LIVE MUSIC from 2.00pm Please Book in advance your table

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7th , 21ST , 28TH JUNE: FLAMENCO DANCER SHOW, Traditional flamenco dances: “SARA SERRANO” Have dinner with us and enjoy a beautiful Flamenco From 20.00 - 22.00 pm IN THE RESTAURANT Book in advance to avoid disappointment

RENT A NEW MINI COUNTRYMAN: from 50 euros per day Mileage Limited Fuel Policy: Same to Same Pick-up Location: Hotel Balcon

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when a real estate property is sold. This tax is applicable to foreigners who sell a property and cannot prove that they are a tax resident in Spain. 4. Benefit from the inheritance tax advantages and allowances applicable to tax residents in Spain (i.e. no inheritance taxes between spouses on the main home). 5. Be considered a tax resident in Spain, thus avoiding the income tax applicable to non-resident foreigners who are owners of a real estate property in Spain (tax form 210).

AXARQUIA SOLICITORS Time to Formally Become a Tax Resident in Spain.

ccording to the Spanish Law all individuals who are living in Spain for more than 183 days a year are tax residents in Spain and have to pay taxes in Spain for their worldwide income. Many foreigners living in Spain permanently, (for more than 183 days a year), do not pay any taxes in Spain, or submit annual income tax returns. Some do not submit annual tax returns out of ignorance of the law, and others because they are afraid of paying high taxes. Everyone should be aware that ignorance of the law is no excuse, A Tax return should be submitted annually, and taxes should be paid when applicable by all tax residents in Spain. Up to date, the Spanish Inland Revenue has not been controlling the situation of those foreigners living permanently in Spain, despite the fact that authorities are aware of this important group of people. Now the situation has changed, due to the financial crisis, the Spanish Government intends to tighten up its control of all foreigners living in Spain to ensure that they pay taxes in

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Spain where due, and thus avoid thousands of people receiving free health services without paying taxes and without having the legal right to get them. The Spanish Government has decided to be stricter with the legal requirements that allow people to get Spanish health cards. Unlike in the past, now it will not be enough to just register with the local Town Hall (called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Empadronamientoâ&#x20AC;?) in order to get treatment. Therefore, NOW is the time to formally become a tax resident in Spain by submitting your annual income tax return for the tax year 2017, This should be done during the months of May and June 2018. There are many good reasons for doing this. It will enable foreign residents to: 1. Confirm to the Spanish tax authorities without doubt, that they, the tax resident, is living in Spain, and paying taxes when applicable. 2. Have the legal right to receive a health card which allows access to the Spanish Public health system. 3. Avoid the 3 % withholding tax

It is important to mention that most foreigners living in Spain are pensioners with low monthly pensions, so they should be aware that they probably will not have to pay any income tax in Spain as the result of their tax return would most likely be zero. However, it is still recommendable to submit an annual tax return, (even if the result is zero and no tax has to be paid), to enable them to be able to take advantage of the above points. CONCLUSION: If you are foreigner living permanently in Spain (for more than 183 days a year) we would recommend that you submit an annual income tax return during the months of May and June for the tax year 2017. By doing this, you will confirm to the Spanish Tax Authorities that you are, without doubt, a tax resident in Spain, you will avoid any potential problems or fines, and will have all the legal rights that the Spanish Laws recognizes are due to all individuals residing legally in Spain and duly paying their taxes here. For further advice on this matter or to arrange a no obligation meeting to discuss your particular circumstances in detail, please contact us Jose M. Lopez-Avalos Tel. (00 34) 952 901 225 Fax.(00 34) 952 901 226 www.marbellasolicitors.com

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cyclemalaga.com BIKE HIRE TOURS & HOLIDAYS

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cyclemalaga.com No.1 for bike rental in the Axarquia.

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PICO DE VELETA, ONE OF THE GREAT CYCLING CHALLENGES IN EUROPE. The third highest peak in Spain on the highest paved road in Europe! Europe’s highest and longest road bike ascent. (2430m) Going from glorious sunshine to freezing temperatures in just a few kilometres riding into the thin air, one for the cyclists bucket list! One Day Excursion Distance: 71km Metres Climbed: 2430m Difﬁculty Rating: *4/5

We will collect you from your holiday accommodation and drive to the village of Güejar Sierra, which is located at the base of the Sierra Nevada mountain range in the Granada Province of Andalucia. From here the climbing begins!

Minimum of two cyclists. Discounts available for groups of 3 or more. Bike Hire, helmet, pedals, transport and guide incl. If you have already booked bike hire the excursion price will be discounted

This tour can be shortened and completed on 29er mountain bikes

Personalised Guided Tours & Bike Transport Tell us what you are looking for and we can put together a list of personalised guided tours

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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 Outside Terrace with Heaters Morrocan Shop inside the restaurant! Teteria Hierbabuena Taberna 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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El Cortijo

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

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

Best views to the coast Full Vegan & Vegetarian menu!

Unique to our restaurant in Competa Meat cooked on the stone to your liking alongside a full a la cart menu

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

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

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INGREDIENTS 1 1/4 cup water 2 Tbsp butter zest of 1 lemon pinch of salt 2 Tbsp granulated sugar 4.5 oz unbleached white flour 1/4 tsp baking powder 4 eggs 3-4 cups vegetable oil (canola, corn, etc.) for frying powdered sugar for dusting egg custard for filling (optional)

BUNUELOS DE VIENTO Spanish Desert Recipe

s the name implies, these "bunuelos" are light and fluffy, and melt in your mouth. They are perfect for an afternoon snack or dessert and are a typical Spanish dessert. They are lightly fried, and dusted with powdered sugar and/or filled with pastry cream, egg custard or marmalade.

PREPARATION This bunuelos recipe makes approximately 24 bunuelos. For bunuelos with custard filling, allow approximately 20 minutes to prepare custard. See end of recipe for link to egg custard recipe. Pour water, butter, granulated sugar, lemon zest and pinch of salt into a small sauce pan and bring to a boil. As soon as the water boils, add the flour and baking powder all at once and begin stirring with a wooden spoon. Stir constantly until the

dough begins to come away from the sides of the pan. Take off the heat and allow to cool down for a few minutes. When the dough is no longer hot, but warm, stir in the eggs, one by one. Use a hand mixer if necessary to ensure that the dough is smooth. Set aside for 1.5 to 2 hours.Pour approximately 1.5 inches vegetable oil into a large heavy-bottomed frying pan. Heat on medium-high. When the oil is just hot enough to fry, begin dropping spoonfuls of dough into the oil. Turn over when bottom is golden. The bunuelos should turn a golden color and begin to float when cooked. Remove them from the pan one at a time using a slotted spoon or spatula. Allow to drain on a paper towel. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve immediately.

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THE OSBORNE BULL

A Popular Symbol in the Spanish Countryside

any tourists see this 14 meters high bull on the motorways of Spain, black, strong and proud, and think it is a symbol of Spain. However this bull is actually only advertisement. It was a commercial trade mark of Osborne (producers of sherry and other spirits) but the wide presence of the bull all across Spanish roads made it a very popular symbol in the Spanish countryside. However, meanwhile it became a national symbol and also one of the most popular motives for tourist photos. The Osborne sherry company, founded in 1772, began erecting large bull-shaped billboards in the 1950s to advertise its Brandy de Jerez. The black silhouettes were emblazoned with the name “Veterano” in bright red. The billboards are distributed throughout the Spanish landscape. The Osborne bull, or Toro de Osborne, stands proudly alongside roads and on hilltops, cutting the horizon with its mighty shape. Despite the initial function,

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over time the bull has transcended the commercial brand and become a cultural symbol of Spain. This design was created by Manolo Prieto, an artist who became general manager of the advertising company in 1956. I There are currently about 90 or so Osborne bulls distributed irregularly around the country. The largest concentration is located around Jerez, where Osborne’s cellars are located. The rest are scattered throughout the Spanish geography. In 1994 a law that prohibited all roadside advertising of alcoholic beverages came into being, and the bulls were therefore to be removed. By this time the signs were nationally renowned, so although some campaigners wished them to be completely removed to fully comply with the intent of the law, public response resulted in the signs being retained, but completely blacked out to remove all reference to the original advertisers.

The Court eventually allowed these signs to remain on the grounds that they have become a part of the landscape and have "aesthetic or cultural significance", thus turning the bulls into public domain images. There are now only two signs in Spain with the word "Osborne" still written on them. One is at the Jerez de la Frontera airport in the province of Cadiz, and the other is in the nearby town of El Puerto de Santa María, where the Osborne headquarters is found. The image of the bull is now displayed in stickers, key rings and the like. Also, in sport events where a Spanish team or individual take part, the bull is embedded by supporters in the Flag of Spain in the manner of a coat of arms. There are about 90 examples of the Osborne bull advertisements.

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14. Nudity is legal in Spain: Unlike other countries in the Mediterranean coast, Spain is known for providing nude beaches for those who do not want to wear bathing suits or bikinis while attending the beach on hot summer days.

SPANISH FACTS How Many Did You Know?

.Constitutional Monarchy: As history would dictate it, Spain is one of the oldest constitutional monarchies in the world. Spain’s former king, King Juan Carlos I came to power after General Franco – a ruthless dictator, died in 1975. Presently, former King Juan Carlos I abdicated his throne to his son. As of 2014, King Felipe VI is the new king of Spain. 2. The first ‘novel’ is attributed to a Spaniard: Spanish author, Cervantes’ is known for his Don Quixote novel which was written in 1605. Don Quixote is considered to be one of the first modern novels. 3. Spain has 47 World Heritage Sites: all throughout Spain, there are several pre-historic rock art, historic cities, and buildings. Additionally, there are also bridges, national parks and landscapes. Originally, Spain was known as Iber. 4. Spain’s connection to the modern stapler: According to records, the first known stapler

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was made in the 18th century in the Basque country for the French King Louis XV. 5. Contribution to modern society: Spain is responsible for giving the world the mop and bucket. This occurred in 1856. 6. Developed cigarettes: the precedent to the modern cigarettes, which was developed around the 17th century was first developed in Spain. 7. Spain’s contribution to space exploration: The first astronaut’s space suit was developed in Spain in 1935. 8. Wind power and electricity: Red Eléctrica de España (REE), is one of the main operators of the electrical system in Spain. 9. Spain’s contribution to the arts: Some of the most renowned artist that have impacted today’s knowledge in the arts include Valázquez from the 17th century, Goya from the 18th and 19th centuries to Picasso, Miró and Dali throughout the 20th century. 10. Spain attraction to old cuisine: Guinness World Records

awarded the title of oldest restaurant to El Restaurante Botín, which originally opened in 1725 and continues to be open today. 11. The Spanish civil war (19361939)–was an armed conflict between the Republicans and Nationalists led by General Francisco Franco–killed over 500,000 people. 12. In A.D. 711 Muslims from Africa invaded Spain. 13. Valencia – the third-largest city in Spain, was once under Muslim control for five centuries. 14. Nudity is legal in Spain: Unlike other countries in the Mediterranean coast, Spain is known for providing nude beaches for those who do not want to wear bathing suits or bikinis while attending the beach on hot summer days. 15. Spain’s high life expectancy: Those who live in Spain are said to have a life expectancy of 82 years. This is after Switzerland, Italy, and Japan. Overall Spain

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ranks 15th in the world for longest life expectancy. Additionally, Spanish women are said to live longer than men: 85 compared to 79 years.

when it comes to gender identity and sexual orientation, has the right to live their lives as they please without being controlled by those in power.

16. Will Spain be the world’s oldest country by 2050? According to census statistics, Spain has 40 percent of the population aged over 60 years.

22. The Spanish national football team: La Roja, La Furia Roja, La Furia Española, or La Furia, are some of the many names awarded to the Spanish National Team. From 2008 to 2013, Spain holds a total of 28 wins, which makes it the longest world record for winning the most consecutive competitive matches.

17. Limited after-school care: In Spain, about 25% of all grandparents are known to take care of their grandchildren every day since there are not that many after-school care opportunities. 23. The ‘Tomatina’ (the world’s biggest food fight) and the 18. Spaniards love to hang out: ‘Running of the Bulls’ (six bulls On average, Spaniards are chase people) are two of the known to spend approximately 16 most famous Spanish festivals. out of every 24 hours laying around, eating, drinking (including 24. The Puerta del Sol “Gate of alcoholic beverages) and the Sun” located in Madrid, is sleeping. There is nothing better directly in the center of the than taking a Siesta! After lunch. country. 19. No tooth fairy in Spain: Just as any other child in the world, Spanish kids place their fallen teeth under their pillow right before they go to sleep. However, unlike American children who are visited by the tooth fairy, Spanish children are visited by El Ratoncito Perez, who brings them a gift in exchange for their tooth. In Spain, kids typically have their father’s and mother’s last names. 20. Age of consent lowest in the world: Back in the day, Spanish law claimed that the age of consent for sexual intercourse was 13 while the legal age for marriage was 14. As of today, Spanish law has changed. That being said, the age of consent and legal marriage age have been changed to 16.

25. The national anthem of Spain has no words.

32. In 2000, Spain’s Paralympic basketball team had to return their gold medals after it was found that 10 of the 12-strong squad suffered no handicap. 33. Almost 700 people in a town of Spain share their surname “Japon”. 34. There are two names given in Spanish to the Spanish language: español (“Spanish”) and castellano (“Castilian”). 35. The U.S. has more Spanish speakers than Spain. 36. Did you know that Spain did not participate in either the first or second world war?

27. Spanish rice is unknown in Spain.

37. A Zipline connects Spain and Portugal. It only takes 60 seconds to cross the border on this Zipline. It is built on a river, 150 meters wide, between the two countries.

28. Roman walls surround the old Spanish city of Tarragona on three of its four sides.

38. Remember that there are at least 410 million native Spanish speaking people in Spain.

29. Spain was accidentally invaded by Britain in 2002 when the British marines disembarked in Spain instead of Gibraltar. However, the invasion happened briefly for a period of 5 minutes and no harm was done.

39. It is illegal in Spain to name a kid: Judas, Cain or Mandarina. These are the names of fruits and hence not suitable for a human being.

26. Would you believe that a 47story skyscraper in Spain has no elevator?

30. Prostitution in Spain is not illegal but profiting from the sale 21. The Spanish and their views of sex by another is. Moreover, on same sex marriage: As of prostitutes in Spain were ordered 2010, 80 percent of Spanish to wear florescent vests for their citizens claimed that gay, lesbian, safety on the road while touting and any other individual who for customers. does not fall under the “norm”

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31. During the New Year, Spaniards typically eat twelve grapes as the bell is going down on the midnight of December 31. Some believe that this leads to a year of prosperity while others say that the tradition wards away witches and general evil.

40. Anyone daring to walk the streets of downtown Palma de Mallorca without a shirt can be slapped with a fine of €600. 41. It is illegal to dog walk in the streets of Madrid with more than 8 dogs.

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by fantastic friends and fellow business owners. Not too bad!”

REVIVE MASSAGE Happy 1st Anniversary

anya Kennedy came to Cómpeta from Northern Ireland a year ago to move away from the pressures and stresses of corporate life in the UK towards a new and better way of living in Southern Spain. As she's too young to retire and it was important to her to have a sense of purpose as she moved forward, Tanya re-trained in therapeutic massage and opened Revive Massage in the centre of town.

I asked Tanya, “how's the first year been?” She told me that it's not been without its ups and downs and went on to say “I'd imagined by now that I'd be up and running with a steady client base and a nice routine – we're not quite there yet. However, I would describe my first year as successful – just not in the way that I'd imagined! I've established a good reputation, have a list of regular clients and a good stream of visitors and tourists who contact me for appointments”. She went on to add, “I also have a 5-star rating on Tripadvisor, new premises in the centre of town and a great life in Cómpeta surrounded

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“At the same time, I have continued delivering some of the consultancy and EU advisory work that has been my bread and butter for the past 20 or so years. On one hand, whilst this is fantastic and I feel very lucky to have options that enable me to generate a good income that helps to support our life in Cómpeta; on the other hand, not being available all the time is inhibiting the growth of my massage business. People need a consistent presence if I am to generate return visits and good recommendations. It doesn't matter how good you are, if you're not actually here”. “It's a bit of a Catch 22 situation that I am managing right now with the support of my fiancé, Bryan. We continue to refurbish our townhouse in Competa – a project that we had hoped would have been completed by now. As with many of the beautiful old houses in this amazing Pueblo Blanco, work on our property has involved a bit more than we'd anticipated; we'll get there! Bryan is also busy helping some of our many friends and acquaintances to manage, maintain and improve their properties. He's really enjoying this new way of life after a pressurized career is sales.” Although this first year has not been quite as expected, Tanya and Bryan have no regrets about making the move to Cómpeta . Both feel happier, healthier and relaxed than this time last year and Tanya continues to offer massage for residents and tourists alike as she promotes her absolute belief that physical and psychological wellbeing is our most valuable asset and one that

we don't spend enough time focusing on. As an added bonus, she and Bryan became engaged last month and intend to marry in Cómpeta next year. Whilst Tanya continues to juggle her own competing demands, she is working towards an end game that will see her in a position to build her massage business over the next 2 years to a point where she is financially independent from an income generated through Revive Massage. She wants to significantly reduce the amount that she has to travel and simplify her life further – getting back to her original plan of a regular working routine that allows time for friends, fresh air and relaxation. She says, “with the benefit of some experience, a good reputation and a much better understanding of building a small business in this area of Spain, I'm in a much stronger position.” “I am passionate in everything I do,” she said. “I have always put my heart and soul into my work. I want to be the best in my field, providing the very best results – and I have managed to do pretty well so far. Cómpeta is a thriving adventure sports and outdoor pursuits area and wellness tourism is a major growth industry in Spain. Cómpeta is also reported this year as being one of the top three places to visit in the Axarquia region with a massive increase in rentals that compares to Frigiliana and Ronda. I am looking forward to building my business as I increase my understanding of the opportunities that lie ahead.” If you would like to talk to Tanya about how massage might benefit your wellbeing, or you are interested in partnering with Revive, you can contact Tanya at revivemassagecompeta@gmail.com,

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

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Competa Car Hire SEE MAP SPOT 2

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JUNE FESTIVALS

Summer Fun!

you love beach parties the San Juan fiesta festival is for you. It is usually celebrated the last weekend in June each year up and down the coastal areas of Spain most notably in Andalucia where the warm temperature makes for a perfect all night party. This ancient pagan festival is now legendary for its all night long party beach party of music, dance and fun. The night is all about fire and water, where young and old congregate to build fires and enjoy the night. According to tradition to be cleansed and purified you must jump over the fire three times. What is la Noche de San Juan? In short, it can be described as the traditional welcoming of summer seen along every beach in costal Spain on the night of the 23rd of June.

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This welcoming of summer involves a little of everything you should expect from summertime in Spain, but amplified. In Spain, people are said to live outdoors, so the start of summer is a huge excitement. Everyone is ready to have fun, be with friends and family, and celebrate with food, drinks, and bonfires. What to expect Expect the unexpected. No matter where you are celebrating along the coast, it will be a special experience, but overall it is the people you are with that will define your night. Head to San Juan with friends, family, or join a party of beach-goers. A couple of things to be expected are packed beaches, excitement in the air, music, and definitely bonfires. The bonfires youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see are symbolic; some say that the fires are meant to be purifiers and

protectors, providing the only lighting needed into the night. They are also said to represent the heat that fills Spanish summers. Another thing to look out for are the lanterns that are released floating into the sky. Romeria de Rocio The famous spectacle that is the Romeria de Rocio is held 50 after Easter so usually falls in June each year. This famous colourful and dusty pilgrimage pays homage to the Virgen del Rocio and is one of Andalucias largest religious festivals. Although the Virgen del Rocio has been celebrated for over 800 years and divided into two main parts, the festival of Almonte of which the Virgen del Rocio is the patron saint and the pilgrimage which starts several days earlier, the festival is a blend of catholic

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and local pagan beliefs.

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The pilgrimage to the village of Rocio is quite a spectacular and traditional affair with hundreds of brotherhoods from surrounding villages and from all over Andalucia taking part. Decorated horse and carts are beautifully and lovingly prepared in bright colours and flowers with the pilgrims dressing in traditional gypsy inspired flamenco dresses and the men in their short cropped jackets ( a la Andalucian style ) and unique wide brimmed bolero hats. Some carts are even pulled along by oxen and horses although mostly these days sturdy 4x4 vehicles are the modern substitute, ideal for driving over the soft sandy conditions that await. The Rocieros arrive in the area and camp out in the surrounding fields and marsh land alongside the Doñaña National park.

There are no tarmac roads to speak off in El Rocio as the whole village is built on sand, vehicle parking areas have been replaced with fences to tie up the horses. If you have never visited El Rocio I would highly recommend it as it is undoubtedly one of the most unique villages in Spain.

Although the Romeria is a highly religious festival as you would expect with the Spanish it is also an time of much fun and enjoyment for all the family, and the party stops for no man. Local produce such as black foot ham ( Pata Negra ) white prawns from Sanlucar and many other excellent dishes will be eaten and all will be washed down with some the Finest wines and sherry’s the region has to offer.

The Wine Fight The Wine Fight takes place on the outskirts of Haro, a small wine-producing town that is one of the most important in Spain’s La Rioja region. La Rioja is world famous for producing red wine that can be found all over the world, and the town of Haro is home to 40% of the entire region’s vineyards. Wine is a big deal around here. It makes sense then that every year the locals of Haro celebrate San Pedro with the Haro Wine Festival, a week of drinking and music that is now world famous due to the Wine Fight (Batalla de Vino) that takes place on the 29th of June.

The start of the Wine Festival finds itself in the 13th century, when the Haro had to officially mark the property lines between them and their neighbours in Miranda de Ebro. This had to be done every year at Saint Peter’s Day as well as every first Sunday The highlight of the festival for of September, or else Haro would many a devotee is when the Virgen del Rocio ( a large silver become a part of Miranda de shrine ) is taken our from the Ebro. 400 years later, the Church in the El Rocio in all her observation broke down and splendour , this is where the people started throwing wine at religious fanaticism really kicks in each other. That day the tradition with thousands of devotees started and earned the name clamber to touch the Virgen “War of Wine”, which in 1965 was shrine as she passes by, this can changed into Battle of the Wine, go on for several hours with many or Batalla del Vino en Haro as it’s followers visibly moved by their known in Spanish. unique experience. This custom is better understood knowing that While the mass and feast still the devoted claim her intense takes place and is regarded as a powers can cure disease, huge part of the town’s history,

the main attraction these days is the pouring of wine on each other and into each others mouths. Nowadays everyone is supposed to be clothed in white shirts with a red scarf. Once everyone has arrived, the city banner is unfurled on the highest rock, which shows the beginning of a religious mass. In the morning the Wine Battle happens. All weapons are allowed during this outrageous battle: buckets, wineskin, sprayers and anything else that can be used to hurl, spray or launch thousands of litres of wine all over the crowd. After battling for some hours, around midday everyone heads back to Plaza de la Paz, where the celebration continues with lots of food, drinks and people. Later in the evening activities take place in the town’s bull ring. The bulls used are actually smaller female heifers known as “vaquillas”, which much less dangerous than male bulls and are used to entertain the general public by chasing people around. The bulls at this event aren’t killed. Granada’s Ham and Water Festival The quality cured ham and pure water from the natural springs of Alpujarras provide two key ingredients for celebrating Saint John the Baptist’s Day. Water buckets, hose pipes and water guns get blazing at the stroke of midnight. During the day everyone is fare game when it comes to getting a good drenching. The night is then celebrated with copious amounts of locally brewed beer and wine along with plate fulls of the finest local cured ham.

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A PLACE IN THE SUN

The Channel 4 TV Programme Filmed in Competa Airs On 21st June

new series of A Place in the Sun has started on Channel 4. There are 7 weeks of new shows currently being broadcast and that includes another brand new show from Competa that will be broadcast on C4 at 4pm UK time on Friday 21st June

Seamus Trainor and Michael Dunn have been together for 4 years and tied the knot 2 years ago. They’ve decide the time is right to find a bolt hole in the sun that initially could be used as a holiday home and then hopefully become their permanent residence. They live in the beautiful fishing village of Strangford in Co Down, Northern Ireland which is best known for its Georgian cottages and remote location at the tip of Strangford

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Lough. So when it came to looking for a new home in Spain they were insistent it had to be in an equally stunning town and location. When they first visited Competa they knew this was just a special as their home village so the search began. In this upcoming episode of A Place in The Sun which will be broadcast on Channel 4 on June 21st at 5pm (Spanish time) Jonnie Irwin shows Seamus and Michael 5 properties in Competa and Archez for their budget of £150,000 that should fit their wish list – but will one of them be their dream home? Tune in to find out!

strength to strength. This year 120 new programmes are being made and whilst the show is rarely out of the TV schedules, a new series started to TX on May 13th and will run till 28th June on Channel 4. Areas filming in for this new series include Spain, Gozo, France and Italy. Spain is ever popular with house hunters and in particular Andalucia. Apart from the upcoming show in Competa the series has also filmed West of the Sierra Nevada, Velez Malaga, Mijas and the Costa Tropical. C4 at 4pm UK time on Friday 21st June the episode in the village of Competa airs.

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MOUNTAIN WINE & MUSIC 2019 Summer Concerts in Sayalonga

magine, on a hot summer night, taking a taxi to this wonderful location – just above Sayalonga with views from the mountains to the sea. It is nine o’clock and the evening is cooling nicely. You quench your thirst with a glass of the Ariyanas wine and admire the landscape. You are seated beside a striking modern building on the broad forecourt – just beyond it are the slopes of the vineyard, the grapes hiding coyly under the leaves. You can see all the way from La Maroma down to the Mediterranean sea; breezes flow from it to cool you down. You are looking forward to a gourmet buffet dinner – for the last four years (since they opened their restaurant for lunches) Bodegas Bentomiz have had fantastic reviews for their cuisine – paired with more of that wonderful wine. And the music – they have managed to contract some truly exceptional musicians at the top of their game who will perform for you as the sun sets behind the western hills. First off is a flamenco night on the 16 th of June, with Samaruco. These five young artists are very experienced – they have

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performed together at a multitude of fiestas, playing all over Spain as well as at world music events on the international stage. They say: “Our project is based on the development of flamenco, the music that impassions us, but without the limitations of orthodoxy. Guided by the possibilities of dance, song, guitar, violin and percussion, Samaruco is pure – we perform from the heart for a true, unique freedom of expression.” In July the first event is a classical music concert. The bodega is excited to host a trio of international artists – two are flying over from America – and the third is Sedella - based Thomas Kaurich, the concert pianist who has played for Bodegas Bentomiz before, and who was instrumental (pun intended!) in persuading Steinway to supply a piano from Granada for the event. His friends – violinist Liba Schacht and cellist John Sharp play for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. The program for this night will be a little different with the performance starting at 8 o’clock followed by dinner at 9.30 – as a reward for your attention!

At the end of the month another treat – Seville band La Bejazz return to perform their distinctive flamenco-jazz fusion. Having just launched their new disc, “Raíces” (roots) they are inspired to perform it within Andalusia this summer. The music was described in reviews as “A flamenco beyond stereotypes, a different jazz, with lyrics, with poetry, with the clapping of the artists and the applause of their audience demanding more” These are just the first three and there are more to come. There are also rumours that Bodegas Bentomiz are planning to expand their range of award winning wines with a cava. It looks to me as if this summer will be something to celebrate. NEWS FLASH! The Bodega has just announced a special offer – guests who book for FOUR people can bring a FIFTH for FREE. Simply add their name in the notes section saying “free fifth visitor” when making your online booking for four. Book now!

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PREPARE FOR THE SUMMER The Warm Weather is Here!

uying a new swimsuit will mentally prepare you for summer, but your skin may need some help getting ready, too. For gorgeous, smooth skin you'll feel ready to bare, you need to take a few simple steps. Try this head-to-toe refresher to take your skin out of hibernation. 1. Reveal Glowing Skin

Regular exfoliation can be a part of a healthy skin regimen no matter the season; as long as your skin is not sensitive, exfoliation can help you achieve smooth, healthy-looking skin that makes you look more glowing and youthful. But it must be done with care. The goal is to lift off the outer layer of skin cells that are ready to be sloughed off without stripping the skin.”

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Brushes, polishing cloths, and scrubs offer easy ways to smooth away rough spots. Rotating cleansing brushes work by physically buffing off the dead skin cells. Exfoliating cloths, microdermabrasion kits, and scrubs with granular ingredients also operate the same way. For the body, look for a scrub that contains coarse particles that dissolve over time, like sugar, so you don’t irritate the skin. Products that chemically exfoliate the skin contain ingredients such as glycolic, salicylic, or polyhydroxy acids that cause the skin to shed its outer layer and reveal the newer layer. 2. Remove Hair Without Irritation If your summer calls for sunny days at the beach or poolside, you may be putting some effort

into removing unwanted hair. But once you rip off the wax strip, it’s also important to care for the skin that’s newly exposed to the elements. Give your skin some time to recover before rolling out your beach towel or getting active outdoors. Stay out of the sun or heat for at least 48 hours after any hair-removal process. Follicles are vulnerable to irritation, and skin may be sensitive due to any heat or friction from lasers, waxing, or shaving.” Since most of us don’t plan our hair removal that far in advance, buffer your tender skin with an oilfree sunscreen, wait for it to dry (about 5 minutes), and dust on some talc-free baby powder. To prevent ingrown hairs, it’s helpful to wear loose-fitting clothing and use an after-waxing product that

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there, and after it, Catholics will go to the courtyard to fill the vessels with water from the holy spring. Afterwards, many Spaniards organize picnics on the hillsides. During the San Isidro celebrations, the other attraction is of course bullfighting. The San Isidro bullfighting festival is Spain's most important. This is where the best bullfighters, and bulls can be seen at the Las Ventas bullring during almost a month. Tickets are sometimes hard to obtain and are best purchased in advance. Besides the San Isidro bullfights, we need to highlight two other bullfights for their importance and tradition: the bullfight of La Prensa and the Charity Bullfight, where you will surely find someone from the Royal House.

Plaza Mayor and the so called Opera Girl for its more popular, folkloric character - bringing joy to the nights of San Isidro. But if Zarzuela is not your musical genre, you can choose between different rock concerts that take place daily in the Vistillas or Pradera of San Isidro from 9 to 12 at night. To end each day at midnight, the skies of Madrid fill with color with the nights of fire and music in the gardens of Retiro. It all ends on the 18th with a large fireworks display on the Prairie of San Isidro.

San Isidro Museum If you wish to learn more about San Isidro you should visit the museum dedicated to this saint (Plaza de San AndrĂŠs, 2; Telephone: 91 366 74 15). Although it has changed names More shows worth seeing live are at different points in time, it is popularly known as the Casa de the zarzuela concerts, that take San Isidro since tradition has it place on Plaza de la Villa or

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that this was the house of the Vargas, gentlemen of San Isidro, and the saint lived and died here. The building was constructed in the 16th century by the LujĂĄn family. When the Royal Court was transferred to Madrid, this was the residence of Nuncio until half way through the 17th century. Later, and until well into the 19th century, the Count and Countess of Paredes acquired the building, although it then entered a period of decline. In 1974, following an archaeological excavation, the whole complex was demolished and rebuilt. A visit to the Museum entitles you to a visit to the Pozo del Milagro, or Miracle Well, where San Isidro supposedly saved his son by causing the water level to rise. The holiday of San Isidro,has been celebrated in Madrid for centuries

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WHATS IT LIKE TO LIVE IN SPAIN? Useful Insights If Your Planning to Move or Have Just Arrived In Spain

historical stronghold on work-life balance is loosening in this new economic climate.

Work-life balance Culturally, the Spanish are more likely to prize family life over work, and consequently, many Spaniards and foreigners working in Spain have achieved a far greater work-life balance. That said, times are changing. The economic downturn in the last decade has resulted in lower wages for many in Spain and, whilst the cost of living is lower than in many other EU countries, the ratios do not necessarily balance. Spaniards are now therefore working longer hours than they have previously and there is greater pressure on families for both parents to be working in order to cover the costs of living. The country’s

With the gradual erosion of the tradition of siesta, resulting in many larger companies in cities now moving away from the threehour break in the afternoon, eating al desko, as has been the wont in many other European countries and the U.S., is becoming more of a reality for Spanish workers. Gone, for many, is the sense that there is time to relax built into the working day and Spanish office workers are now likely to have as unremittingly a frantic working day as their European counterparts. The flip side to this is that many of the younger generation are expressing that they are able to enjoy their evenings more with the adoption of these more global working hours.

here is a good reason that so many people emigrate to Spain in so many ways, it’s a wonderful place to live.

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The concept of time Time remains an interesting concept when considering the reality of what life is like in Spain. Most people are aware of the cultural stereotype, the mañana attitude which is seen as not only relaxed but often infuriating for those coming from overseas. And indeed, expats arriving from other countries where punctuality is such a rigid expectation (and so linked to a sense of politeness) will have to readjust their thinking when relocating to Spain. Put it this way, if you ask for the bill in a Spanish restaurant, don’t expect it to be placed on your table immediately. Although a cultural shock, once foreigners adjust to the more relaxed way of viewing time both within business and personal domains, they soon come to appreciate how pent up they often had been previously.

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Learn the language Expats are generally welcomed and treated with hospitality in Spanish communities and places of work. There is a caveat though. Spaniards are not only unimpressed, but can take offence, if people make no attempt whatsoever to learn any Spanish. Fluency is far from expected but the misconception that English is an accepted alternative language in Spain needs to be dispelled. Certainly, a significant number of Spaniards are adept at speaking English; many speak none at all. Learning the basics will give anyone moving to Spain an advantage. Culture and lifestyle Moving to Spain is appealing for many from other Western societies since the cultural shock is far from seismic. Nevertheless, there are a few differences in culture, behaviour and lifestyle that people can encounter when

moving to Spain that you should be aware of: 94% of the Spanish population is Roman Catholic, with 20% attending church regularly. Religion in Spain permeates every layer of society. Unlike in English, politeness does not hinge upon saying please (por favor) and thank you (gracias). Brief informative instructions and requests are not intended to be or considered rude. Children stay up late with their parents and families in Spain, being just as much a part of any social gathering as the adults. Expect to see children and infants in bars and restaurants late at night across the country.

have to deal with the remnants of ‘machismo’, so much a traditional feature of Spanish society. Women should not be surprised by comments and looks from Spanish men. Castellano is the dominant language spoken in Spain. However, Catalan, Valenciano and Gallego are also all languages in their own right. Do not refer to them as dialects of Spanish, as this is offensive to the people who speak them. Spain has 17 different political regions (autonomous communities), each with a high degree of autonomy. Laws and culture thus vary significantly between these regions.

Women, although now experiencing far more equality in the world of work in Spain, do still

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Almunecar, Costa Tropical

TOP RATED BEACHES IN SPAIN Where Are You Heading To This Weekend ?

ocated on the Catalonian coast in northeastern Spain, the Costa Brava area delivers rugged beauty (the name means "rough coast") with many serene beaches surrounded by high cliffs. Aside from the beaches, it's a great part of Spain for sightseeing. Tossa de Mar is an ancient town, midway between Barcelona and the French border. It has a beautiful, curved beach with a bonus: there's a large castle on the hill beyond the beach. The sand here is coarse and dark golden brown, with a large area of the bay roped off for swimming. Attractions in the area include Roman ruins, as well as several nature preserves. The Premier Gran Hotel Reymar & Spa is in the little town of Tossa de Mar, up on the hillside, overlooking the bay. Some of the rooms and suites (try for one on a high floor) have sweeping ocean views. 2 Es Pujols, Formentera Formentera, Ibiza's neighboring island in Spain's Balearic Islands territory, is far more beautiful and

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peaceful than Ibiza. Beaches like Es Pujols offer both bright, white sands and dreamy blue-green water. It's no deserted island; the beach is fronted by a pathway lined with cafes and restaurants, and beyond the beach there's a vibrant little town. Formentera is a 30-minute ferry ride from Ibiza. The Castavi Apartments are steps from the beach in Es Pujols. The units are large, and there's a big swimming pool. In addition to its close proximity to the beach, it makes a good base for sightseeing around the island. 3 Playa del Ingles, Canary Islands No list of Spanish beaches is complete without a mention of the Canary Islands. Another Spanish territory, these islands are about 95 kilometers off the coast of Africa, in the Atlantic Ocean. The two main islands are Tenerife and Gran Canaria. Playa del Ingles, on Gran Canaria, is 11 kilometers of wide, sandy beach, gradually transforming into beautiful dunes. Once a popular hippy hangout in the 1960s, it's now filled with luxury boutique hotels and foodie restaurants. The beach is golden

brown with a gentle slope towards the sea. There are many beach clubs that rent beach chairs and umbrellas. The Hotel Riu Palace Maspalomas overlooks the incredible dunes of Maspalomas (and the ocean beyond), which look like a Martian landscape. 4 Bogatell, Barcelona Barcelona is Spain's second largest city and it sits right on the Mediterranean coast. The coastline in and around the city is lined with beaches. Bogatell is within the city limits but less crazy than the city's main Barceloneta beach. Bogatell, a man-made beach, was created for the 1992 Olympics, so it's well-designed and clean. There are lifeguards on duty and basic facilities (bathrooms and showers) every few hundred yards along the beach. It's a wide, flat beach with coarse, brown sand. The Ibis Styles Barcelona City Bogatell is a good mid-range choice in the area. It's a 10-minute walk from the sand. Locals also enjoy Castelldefels. This beach is 20 minutes by train from downtown Barcelona, and right across from the train station. It has miles of wild

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beach, but still plenty of tapas places and beach shacks for food. It's also popular for swimming as well as wind- and kitesurfing. 5 Cala Mesquida, Mallorca Another of the Balearic Islands (like Ibiza), Mallorca is the largest and most developed. It's still possible to find some hidden beach gems. Cala Mesquida is on the northeast coast and just starting to be discovered by international tourists. The small bay has a quarter-mile-long beach with fine sand. There are chair and umbrella rentals but only one restaurant and one snack stand. Showers and bathrooms are also available, but no changing areas. Beyond the beach there's a small town. Vanity Hotel Suite & Spa is a boutique resort property in the little town of Cala Mesquida. 6 Almunecar, Costa Tropical Pass up the resorts on the crowded Costa del Sol and head to the next part of the coastline, the Costa Tropical. There's a much better mix of development and the preservation of natural beauty. The primary resort is Almunecar, which feels like a seaside town in the South of France. There's a long, curving beach, fronted by a street lined with shops, restaurants, and hotels. There is also a row of mainly restaurants along the beach itself. The beach has soft, white sand and the water, especially in the summer, is quite warm. There are many places to rent beach chairs and umbrellas. Swimming areas are roped off, and lifeguards are on duty during the summer months. Attractions in the area include historic Spanish cities like Seville and Granada. The Playacalida Spa Hotel has a huge, rooftop infinity pool and an overall design like a Moorish castle. The resort is on a hill with beautiful views of the blue water below, a bit outside the tourist zone. 7 Laredo, Cantabria On Spain's north coast, near the French border, the Cantabria region has more than 60 beaches along its beautiful Atlantic Ocean

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coastline. Laredo is Spain's outdoor watersports capital, popular with surfers, windsurfers, kitesurfers, and jet skiers. The beach is about five kilometers long, curving along a picturesque bay. The beach itself is wide, with very fine, soft, white sand. There are many places to rent all kinds of water sports equipment or take lessons and try something new. The region is also popular with foodies due to its Basque cuisine. Attractions inside the town include some Roman ruins. The Cosmopol hotel is on Laredo's main street, and rooms on the upper floors have great views of the ocean (try to get one with a balcony).

minutes down the sand. The water is warm, and the sand here is tan and slopes down towards the waterline. The beach is bordered by palm trees and raised dunes, topped with a beachfront walkway. The Hotel Valhalla Spa sits on a hill in Carboneras, offering great views of the sea from its rooftop pool.

10 Benicassim, Costa del Azahar Benicassim is known as Spain's music beach and deserves a mention if only for its huge, annual music festival. The multi-day concert, held on the beach, attracts several hundred thousand people each July, along with the top names in the music business. The city itself is a modern, 8 Playa de Torimbia, Asturias Mediterranean resort, with wide, Asturias is a region in northern sweeping beaches and a highly Spain also on the Atlantic coast. developed beachfront promenade. The beaches here are white, Torreon Beach is a peaceful, laidsandy, and clean, surround by back section, perfect for relaxing in rocky cliffs. Playa de Torimbia is a stunning, secluded beach, close to the sun. All the beaches in Benicassim are very wide, the port of Llanes, west of Bilbao. stretching several hundred yards It's a raw beach, with no shops or food, but it does have lifeguards on to the waterline at low tide. They're also very flat. The Thalasso Hotel weekends during the summer El Palasiet is a spa hotel about season, and showers are five minutes from the beach and available. It's accessible by car, although parking can be difficult a 20-minute walk from the center during the summer, or you can of town. walk here from the village of Niembro. Aside from the beaches, 11 La Playa de la Victoria, Cadiz it's a great area for sightseeing as Cadiz is an ancient city in it was an important part of both southwestern Spain, once a key medieval and Moorish Spain. The port during Spain's time in the 16th Hotel Miracielos is close to and 17th centuries as the world's Niembro in Barro, which has a few maritime power. One of the most nice beaches of its own. historic cities in Spain, it offers amazing sightseeing along with 9 Carboneras, Almeria miles of wide beaches. La Playa de la Victoria is the city's most on the Mediterranean Sea. The popular beach. It's about 2.5 city is dominated by a Moorish kilometers long and a few hundred castle looming on a hilltop. Close yards wide. The surf is calm, and to Almeria, the resort town of the beach and sea are not rocky, Carboneras is known for its so it's good for swimming and beautiful beaches, which are wading. There's a small street that surrounded by a huge nature separates the beach from a row of preserve. It's also known for its stores and places to eat. The Hotel food, mainly fresh seafood. There Playa Victoria is right on the sand. are a few beach areas around the All of the rooms and suites have bay, which extends quite far into private balconies, and the hotel the land. Beaches in front of the hotel and business area have has its own small private beach beach chair and umbrella rentals, area. but a more natural experience can be found just by walking a few

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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.

ASESORÍA ALJARIFE Notarial Title deeds, Wills, Catastral Corrections, etc. General Administration

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.

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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

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TAJ MAHAL Traditional Indian Tandoori Restaurant Torrox Costa ONLY

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Roast Chicken & Beef & with all the trimmings Lamb available if pre-ordered by Thursday afternoon Live Music & BBQ´s 1 course 9 euro, 2 courses 10.50 euro are back in Juneor 3 courses 12 euro 19th June - Maika Lavera

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1. Lewisham, Lambeth and Merton are all boroughs of which British city? 2. Which 1992 film stars Michael Douglas as Nick Curran and Sharon Stone as Catherine Tramell? 3. As of 2018, which jockey had most classic wins? 4. If you’re looking for someone with a GSOH, what do the letters GSOH stand for? 5. Which Caribbean island takes it’s name for the Spanish words for ‘Ancient’ and ‘Bearded’? 6. What item of clothing did Levi Strauss invent in 1850? 7. Podgorica is the capital city of which Eastern European country? 8. Which English football club known as the Cumbrians play their home games at Brunton Park? 9. Actress Isla Fisher was born in which country? a) Oman b) Egypt c) Australia

10.Which planet sits between Earth and Jupiter in it’s proximity to the sun? 11. Accra is the capital city of which African country? 12. In 2006, which of the traditional planets of the solar system was relegated to dwarf-planet status?

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EXCURSION TO PICO DEL VELETA, GRANADA Cycle Malaga Take Their First Guests of The Season to Pico Veleta (See the front cover photo!)

ico de veleta, one of the great cycling challenges in Europe. The third highest peak in Spain on the highest paved road in Europe! Europe's highest and longest road bike ascent. (2430m) Going from glorious sunshine to freezing temperatures in just a few kilometres riding into the thin air, one for the cyclists bucket list!

May 11th was Cycle Malaga's first attempt of the year to make it to the top of Pico Veleta in Granada. The ski season is only just over and there was heavy snow in the area just a few weeks before so it was always going to be a challenge. The forecast looked great, unusually warm weather with a maximum temperature at the top (3300metres) of 12 degrees. On the excursion were Jørgen & Kristine from Norway who were visiting the area on a long weekend break. They have already conquered the 3 routes of Mont Ventoux in a charity event and chose Pico del Veleta as their next challenge. Steve Twiselton owner of Cycle

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Malaga and experienced cyclist collected the guests from their accommodation in Nerja and drove to the village of Güéjar Sierra. From here they headed first towards the first well known narrow shady climb of El Duque. When they arrived at the bottom of El Duque they met some Spanish Cyclists that told Steve a farmer was moving a herd of bulls up towards Sierra Nevada and that they would have to go a different route as it was impossible to pass. The Spanish Cyclists suggested "Alto de Haza Llanas" a section of road used in stage 15 of the Vuelta a España 2017. Although shorter than El Duque, it's a lot steeper. The first sign on the hill said 22%! This 5 kilometre section of the road was the toughest part of the day.

snow for the first 3 kilometres. On the 4th kilometre they had to get off the bikes a couple of times to cross some small patches of snow. However, as they continued on the patches of snow started to get wider, deeper and more frequent. They passed a couple of Spanish cyclists on their way down and they said they had just turned around as the snow was too deep. Steve, Jorgen and Kristine decided to continue on and see for their selves. After 500 metres the road was completely covered so it was time to turn back.

From here they cycled up through the pine forest towards Pradallano and then made the left turn up towards Hoya del Moya. This was where Stage 15 of the Vuelta a España 2017 finished. At 2500 metres it has stunning views over the Ski resort of Pradollano and towards Granada.

Thank-you to Jørgen & Kristine. Jorgen and Kristine were great company and now they have the perfect excuse to return, as they still need to take that last photo on top of Pico Veleta!

From Hoya del Moya its only 11k to Pico del Veleta. It started well the road was completely clear of

In the end the snow won and they stopped 6 Kilometres short of the top. It was a great excursion with some stunning photo opportunities.

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â&#x20AC;˘ JUNE 2019 Horoscopes â&#x20AC;˘ ARIES

20th March - 19th April

TAURUS

ou may feel like walking barefoot, comforting your friends, or playing with children. There's a tenderness and openness in the air that affects everyone.These days make young people laugh and old people smile.

GEMINI

ou were born with a certain grace and beauty. You will be able to cultivate your love for beautiful things. You may feel like trying on designer clothes or expressing your innate aesthetic sense by painting.

LEO

our relationships will be at the front of your mind to. You feel good about yourself and other people can tell! People are attracted to you and wish to partake of your healing serenity. Listen without judgment as people pour out their hearts.

CANCER

ou're usually the life of the party, but today you may want to pull into your cocoon, far away from the world and all its noise. You need to empty yourself of all negative ideas and thoughts. It's time to do some mental housecleaning.

LIBRA

o you have a tendency to give more weight to popular opinion than your own feelings, Libra? Maybe you only want to see movies that everyone talks or read best sellers. In short, your tastes are exactly like most of America's. Is this what you want?

SAGITTARIUS

22th November - 21st December

he planetary aspects invite you to explore strong expressions of feeling. A declaration of love, autobiography, spiritual confession, apology, or reconciliation. All these kinds of communication bring a kind of intimate revelation.

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23rd August - 22th September

our judgment about people relies too much on general opinion. As soon as you meet someone, you accept what others think about him or her without trying to find out more.

SCORPIO

23rd October - 21st November

our thoughts are leaning toward the past, Scorpio. You aren't moving backward, but you may want to get in touch with your roots in order to move into the future. You would also like to better understand of the mistakes of the past.

CAPRICORN

22th December - 19th January

ur excellent analytical skills may not be up to par over the next few days. You seem overwhelmed by your emotions. You have a hard time hiding your feelings and processing the information you receive.

eople can read you like a book Because of the current planetary positions, you're a bit touchier than usual. Your reactions to certain situations are written all over your face. You're blushing and your hands are sweating and trembling.

AQUARIUS

ou have some very urgent desires, but they remain a secret to everyone else. Your body and actions are in the real world, but you have gone so far into yourself that it will be hard for people around you to get you out!

VIRGO

PISCES

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I got rejected for the part of Fagin in an Oliver Twist musical written and directed by Nickleback. I couldn’t cut it as a poor man stealing! I used to make these amazing fizzy sweets that everyone loved! Then one day I forgot how to make them...

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So I went on a refreshers course

I once tried to show off to a girl by telling her I had made a car entirely from spaghetti. She said she could never be with someone who made up such stupid lies.

have gone to the doctors" The Man replies "Sorry, I saw the light on!"

You should have seen her face when I drove straight pasta!

“I was watching the London Marathon and saw one runner dressed as a chicken and another runner dressed as an egg. I thought: ‘This could be interesting.’”

Sadly I got sacked from my job at the bank today. An old lady asked me to check her balance, so I pushed her over!

Two chickpeas are walking down the street when one chickpea starts to vomit. The other chickpea asks, "Are you okay?"

A Man walks into the dentist and says "Please help me, I feel like a moth” The Dentist says "Well why come in here? Shouldn't you

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The chickpea answers, "No, I falafel.”

Why are they calling it Brexit when they could be calling it The Great British Break Off?

I’m not rich and I need a solicitor, so if you know any pro bono lawyers you can introduce me to that would be great. If you know any antiBono ones that’s even better. My best friend got in touch to ask if I’d be usher at his wedding, I said I’ll learn some of his songs, but I’m not blacking up

I took my nephew on the swings, he kept complaining that it goes up too high. I said “Shut up and push”.

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Pub Quiz (Pg 70) 1. London 2. Basic Instinct 3. Lestor Piggot 4. Good Sense of Humour 5. Antigua and Barbuda 6. Jeans 7. Montenegro 8. Carlisle United 9. a) Oman 10. Mars 11. Ghana 12. Pluto

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Cleaning Service on Site at Trapiche Market every Tuesday and monthly at PDM Bar Atila 1st. Friday, & Bar Mirador Axarquia 1st Sunday, Comares Web: - www.casagina.eu (sell your jewels with us) ginac@casagina.eu THE JEWELLERY INDUSTRY’S BEST-KEPT SECRET e all love Gold! But Gold carries a high price ticket so there are times when we might consider an alternative to gold.

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Construction: If we look at a cross section of filled-gold vs. gold-pated, we will see that Filled-Gold has 5% gold vs. 0.05% gold with goldplated. The core metal is usually Jeweller’s Brass.

Gold-Filled: As long as the piece is well cared for, Gold-Filled jewellery should last a lifetime. Gold-Plated jewellery is not very durable and can’t stand up to much heat, water or wear.

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How it’s made: With Gold-Filled, the core metal is sandwiched between two sheets of gold alloy which is then heated and passed through a roller several times, a process that bonds the metals together and thins the sheets. With gold-plated, and electrical current is used to negatively charge the base metal and positively charge a solution containing gold ions. The positive gold ions are attracted to the core metal, slowly forming a layer of gold on top if the core metal.

Anti-Tarnish: Gold-Filled pieces can still tarnish but it takes special circumstances for that to happen. Pure Gold does not tarnish, so even though it is an alloy, the thick layer on Gold-Filled pieces prevent tarnish. Gold-Plated: Due to the thin layer of gold which can easily wear off, gold plated pieces can tarnish once the core metal is exposed Best Uses: Gold-Filled: Meaningful gifts; Business Wear Gold-Plated: Trendy Fashion Jewellery; Costume / Cosplay Jewellery

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SUMMER SCORCHERS Campo Cuttings by Lorraine Cavanagh of Viveros Florena, Cómpeta

ne of the most-asked questions in the garden centre at the moment is “What can I plant in my garden that will give me summer colour?” It's certainly true that summer is a time when many plants take a mini-hibernation, it's the only way they can survive, to return with renewed vigour in autumn. One way around this is to use tropical or semi-tropicals that love the extra heat and give of their best during summer. They'll certainly give you a real splash of colour though some are relatively thirsty but maybe, for pots, that's not too much of a problem. The downside of these tropicals is, of course, that they do not like our colder winter temperatures so will add nothing to your garden during the cooler months. Things like canna lilies, canna indica, with their big exotic leaves and flowers in brilliant hues look great in summer if you're lavish with water. But in winter, they'll go completely underground. Other examples are hibiscus, frangipane, bougainvillea and plumbago, all of which look less

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than interesting in winter! If you've pots in some shade and want summer colour, try coleus with their punch-drunk tangle of riotous coloured leaves. They are somewhat scorned in northern Europe and, I admit, they do seem somewhat chintzy there but, in our climate, they look right growing wildly and luxuriantly, flung out like a giant Persian carpet of lurid colours. The other option for summer colour is to use 'other end of the world plants'. Buy tough sun-lovers that would flower during the cooler months in their homeland and during summer with us. So look out for South African and Australian plants – things like banksias, melaleucas, grevilleas and callistemons. Prolific flowerers, they also add substance to the winter garden. Before looking at some other specific plants, do remember that ALL plants – no matter where they come from – will benefit from good soil preparation. Even though these plants are toughies, and like

high heat and drought conditions, they'll do better with the addition of some organic matter to the soil. If you've home-made compost, great, but, at the very least, add a few handfuls of general purpose compost when planting. Do not add it neat – mix it half and half with normal garden soil (or sacks of soil) so that the roots of your plants are tempted to wander out and not just stay in their cosy cocoon of neat compost. And, after planting and watering in very well, apply a thick mulch to the root area – it helps retain moisture and keeps the soil cooler. So here are some ideas for high heat, (liking 32C to 38C though even over that they will survive and we hope we won´t get too many days of 40C plus!) warm nights and lots of baking sunshine. Some are well-known, others, I hope, will be new to you and some are just to jog your memory about how good they are! Roll out the colour! Convolvulus cneorum and c. sabatius, silverbush and ground morning glory: both from North Africa and not invasive in any threatening way! The silverbush

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has platinised leaves with pink buds opening to gleaming white flowers and a quiet beauty. The ground morning glory throws out sky-blue flowers almost year round; will self-seed but charmingly so!

in a great acid green, through burgundy to purple-black. Better with dappled shade as very strong sun can turn the leaves more pallid. Super in pots too. Lantana camara/lantana sellowiana. The first is shrubby in a big range of colours (red and Cosmos come from the tough yellow combo is known as Spanish areas of Texas, Arizona and flag) and the second is a low Georgia. Profuse bloomers with ground cover plant, only in white, daisy flowers in shades of pink, yellow and lilac. A member of the red, white, maroon, yellow, orange verbena flower – which you can and picotee. Self-seeds readily see in the flower form and rather and they are also great cut flowers. coarse leaves. The sweet nectar BB from the multi-coloured blooms is very attractive to butterflies and Gaillardia aristata, blanket flower: provide many months of wall-tothus called because the flowers wall colour. Berries are toxic to used to blanket the North mammals but eaten by birds. BB American prairies. A perennial with Penta, Egyptian star. A tropical, masses of fiery orange-red daisies from parts of Africa, Madagascar tipped with golden-yellow. A deep and Arabia, which may not handle rooter and good in poor soil, the our winters. But they will provide bright flowers attract bees and you with masses of summer colour butterflies. BB in red, white, pink and purple - well Gazania rigens, treasure flower: A worth the money. BB South African with grey foliage and chrome yellow daisy flowers over a Portulaca grandiflora, moss rose: long period; this makes great hails from Argentina, Brazil and groundcover. There are many Uruguay. It is a succulent sun-lover hybrids in creams, pinks and fiery with masses of jewel coloured and shades but they tend to be not ruffled flowers in red, pink, yellow, quite so tough in sun and drought. orange and white, sometimes Bbç blotched and striped too. It makes an excellent pot plant though will Helenium, sneezeweed. (The dried self-seed readily in open ground. leaves were formerly used by BB Cherokees in making a type of snuff to alleviate colds). Another Ruellia brittonia, wild petunia: daisy type from Northern and native to Florida and South Central American hot spots, it will Carolina, this plant has deep green add real razzle-dazzle in leaves, red-tinged at times and summer/autumn gardens. The produces masses of pink-lilac glowing coppery flowers have flowers through the summer. reflexed petals. BB Happier with dappled shade, it will, Helianthus annuus, sunflower: is a however, adapt to a full sun native of dry plains and prairies in situation. Western US and Mexico. There are many hybrids now with sizes Scaevola aemula, fanflower. An ranging from 30cm up to a Australian prostrate plant with long towering 4m and in a good range trailing stems that are lined with of creams, yellow, red, mahogany mini fan-shaped flowers. Lovely in and bronze, making them easier to pots, tumbling over walls or use as slot into the garden rather than a ground cover. Available in blue, line of yellow soldiers! BB and pale pink and white. leave the seed heads for the birds. Ipomoea batatas, sweet potato Senecio cineraria, dusty miller. vine: A wonderful foliage vine with This one does have yellow flowers a super crop at the end of the but it is predominantly grown for its season! Leaves are large and lush lovely silver filigreed leaves which

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contrast and cool some of the brilliant summer colours. Verbena tenuisecta, moss verbena: A ground-hugging fernyleaved plant with lilac or white flowers. BB Zinnia elegans, natives of Mexico, these come in single or double forms and a great range of vivid colours. Great wildlife plants – a large range of insects are attracted to the flowers and, later, birds to the seed heads. BB Another couple of good daisy options are echinacea and rudbeckia (for late summer). Salvias are always good bets as are alyogynes. And don´t forget clumps of agapanthus and strelitzias for early summer colour. Nearly all these flowers mentioned are attractive to bees and butterflies, providing good summer foraging. I've marked those that are particularly good BB. And the vast majority are miserly on water so you can have a colourful, and cheap, summer! Use the money you save on water to buy more summer scorchers and increase your summer colour! As of 4 June, we change to summer hours, 9 until 2 and closed on Sundays and Mondays as always. Viveros Florena, Cómpeta, Málaga. Garden Centre, Landscape Designers and Constructors. Summer Hours: 9 until 2, closed Sundays and Mondays. Bio Food and Health Market every Wednesday morning. Tel:689928201 Email:florenaspain@hotmail.co m Web:viverosflorena.com Facebk:Lorraine Cavanagh's Garden Centre, Viveros Florena

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WALKATHON Sunday, May 12, the Cudeca Cancer Care Hospice held its famous Marcha por CUDECA Walkathon together with 1,100 participants on the promenade of Benalmadena. CUDECA's charity march aims to raise awareness of its welfare work, as well as to raise funds to be used to care for people with cancer and other advanced illnesses, as well as to offer support to their families. Each year, the CUDECA teams of doctors, nurses, psychologists, social workers and physiotherapists assist more than 1,400 people and offer support to more than 2,100 family members. Since 1992, they have cared for more than 15,000 people completely free of charge. Thanks to the affection and solidarity of the participants, friends, collaborators, sponsors and the effort of more than 100 fantastic volunteers, a collection of more than €22,000 has been raised. CORO DE COMPETA "Coro de Competa are holding a Summer Concert on 21st June at 8.00pm. The concert will be held at the chapel of the Tanatorio in Competa. This will be a light hearted mixture of songs with solos, duets, quartets and instrumental pieces that will bring a variety of music and will provide a

very entertaining evening. Entry is free, and any donations will raise money for the local charity Caritas. The choir look forward to your support and will sing for your enjoyment. Please join us, --- all welcome".

BEER FESTIVAL 9-11th June Artisan Beer Festival A celebration of all things ‘beer’ – with up to 35 beers from across Andalucia (including 9 from the province of Malaga) being served up in 25 stands and food trucks. Paseo Andalucia, Velez-Malaga. 9-11th June afternoon/evening.

SAN JUAN 3rd June – Noche de San Juan Saint John’s Night, or Midsummer’s Eve, has been an important date in the European calendar for thousands of years and is celebrated up and down the coasts of Spain. Torre del Mar are putting on music, fireworks and a huge sardine espeto cook-up.

Playa de Torre del Mar. Friday 23rd June from 20.00hrs to 03.00hrs.

MALAGA PATIO FESTIVAL La Trinidad and El Perchel 2-8 June.30-0dd patios in Malaga open their doors . The week-long event includes guided tours, musical performances and the chance to try traditional Malaga dishes made by the locals themselves. The Patio Festival also gives you a chance to get right off the beaten track in Malaga and step into a couple of neighbourhoods you probably won’t normally look twice at.

WEEKEND BEACH FESTIVAL Torre Del Mar 3rd – 6th July 2019 Weekend Festival Ticket – 60,00 € (+ 6,00 € fee) Weekend Festival Ticket + Camping – 75,00 € (+ 7,50 € fee) Weekend Festival Ticket (Under 18yr olds) – 60,00 € (+ 6,00 € fee) www.weekendbeach.es

COMPETA TOWN HALL NEWS MUSEUM Our lovely museum in Cómpeta is now open in the afternoon as well as the morning. Entrance is free! OPEN: MORNINGS 10:00 – 13:30H OPEN: AFTERNOONS 17:00 – 19:00H CLOSED SUNDAY Three interesting museums in one building, Museum of Art and Customs showing the way of life in the village, how people lived and worked. Museum of Religious Art, objects of interest related to the church in the village. Museum of Costume, the history of the village in costumes from Roman times to more modern times. Terrace with panoramic views of the village, a great place to take a good photo!

CULTURE WEEK IN CÓMPETA 24th to 30th June. Every day, Live music, competitions, sports. PUNTA LARA CAS QUIZ Mark at the Punta Lara Bar and the Costa Animal Society (CAS) are pleased to announce that their next charitable fund raising quiz will be held on Friday 21 June at 7.30pm. Both regular quizzers and newcomers alike are invited to test to their grey matter and join us for a fun evening with quiz master Terry. Food and drinks are available at the bar and advanced booking is recommended by calling Mark at 635 369 673.

CAS NEWS Available for Adoption In a tale you've unfortunately heard before the Coast Animal Society (CAS) was contacted when three small puppies were found in a box left by a public bin. CAS shop volunteer Carol sprang into action TOURIST OFFICE and took the unfortunate waifs Open every day for information home to begin showing them with about the village of Cómpeta. the love they deserve and to help Always happy to help! OPEN: 10:00 – 14:30H Monday to them learn to find trust and comfort with human companions. Saturday. Approximately six-weeks old when OPEN: 10:00 – 14:00H Sundays. We hope that you enjoy your visit to found, after two months of TLC the our traditional Spanish village which adorable pups are ready to find their forever homes. . All three are has a very International touch. very friendly and lively and will be There are more Bars and Restaurants to try than in any other large dogs when full grown as they are a mix of perhaps Wire Haired local village. Pointer and Spanish Mastin.

Poppy, a female has a rough coat while her sister Rosie has smooth hair and a white chest. Toby, the boy, is much bigger than his siblings and has a rough coat with white front paws.All three are great with other dogs, cats and children. They have all been vaccinated, chipped and have passports. If you would like to find out more about these three adorable puppies or other dogs and cats in CAS's care, or are perhaps willing to foster a pet, please contact Kurt and Laura at 95 252 1426 or Fiona through the CAS website, . www.casnerja.webs.com, or via our Facebook page: /casnerja For general enquires about helping the Costa Animal Society and a no-obligation chat, contact CAS President Vera Newing on 95 252 9670.

NERJA CAVES FESTIVAL Nerja Cave festival takes place from 29 June to 3 August.The 60th edition of the Cueva de Nerja International Music and Dance. Consists of 11 concerts and performanaces, 2 inside the caves and 1 outdoors. Tickest can be bought online here http://www.cuevadenerja.es/festiva l-de-musica/

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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

Tourist Information Cómpeta Nerja Sayalonga Torre del Mar

Tel: 952 553 685 Tel: 952 521 531 Tel: 952 535 206 Tel: 952 541 104

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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

Taxi’s de Albaida Canillas Silvia: 952 553 180 Maria Jose: 952 553 018 Cómpeta Franquelo: 952 553 662 El Mellizo: 952 516 056 Maximo: 952 516 199 Cesáreo: 952 516 205 Sayalonga Ramiro: 952 535 029

Frigiliana Malaga Motril

952 533 231 952 327 950 958 600 164

Telephone Doctors General Enquires Tel: Speaking Clock Tel : Line Faults Tel: Directory Enquires Tel:

1004 093 1002 025

Airports Doctors Granada Airport Tel: 958 245 200 Malaga Airport Tel: 952 048 804

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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Street Markets Monday Torrox Costa Tuesday Nerja Wednesday Algarrobo Costa, Rincon de la Victoria Thursday Velez- Malaga, Frigiliana, Torre del Mar Friday Almunecar, Frigliana, Sayalonga, La Herradura Saturday Cรณmpeta, La Caleta de Velez Sunday Nerja Car Boot Sale, Sayalonga Sayolanga Municipal Market Mon- Fri 8.30am-2.30pm

Church Services Cรณmpeta Catholic

Sat 8.00pm & Sun Midday

Church of England Sundays 5.30pm Torre del Mar Lux Mundi Tel: 952 543 334 Evangelical Church Tel: 952 532 825 Fellowship of the King Tel: 958 658 439 Anglican Church of Nerja & Almunecar Tel: 952 525 406

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Consulates

Hospitals

Austria

Tel: 952 600 267

Carlos Haya Tel: 951 290 000

Belgium

Tel: 952 399 907

Motril

Denmark

Tel: 952 211 797

Velez Malaga Tel: 951 067 000

Finland

Tel: 952 212 435

France

Tel: 952 214 888

Germany

Tel: 952 363 591

Ireland

Tel: 952 475 108

Italy

Tel: 952 306 150

Netherlands Tel: 913 537 500 Norway

Tel: 952 667 955

Sweden

Tel: 952 604 383

Tel: 952 352 300

USA

Tel: 952 474 891

Airlines

Tel: 958 603 506

Vets Naturevets: 952 55 38 50 URG: 617 00 17 23 Nerja Clinica San Fernando (vet Expedito) 609 982 941 Torrox Village & Torrox Costa

608 45 42 70

La Herradura

625 233 778

Cรณmpeta & La Caleta:

657 582 225

National Holidays

www.easyjet.com www.bmibaby.com

January 1st

New Years Day

www.ryanair.com

January 6th

Three Kings Day

www.thompsonfly.com

February 28th

www.flymonarch.com

May 1st

www.flybe.com

August 15th Virgin de la Asuncion

www.xl.com

English Radio Stations Global Radio

96.5 FM

Andalucia Day May Day

October 12th Dia de la Hispanidad November 1st

All Saints day

December 6th Dia de la Constitucion

Wave

96.0 FM

Coastline Radio

97.6 FM

Radio Sol Almijara

99.1 FM

December 8th Immaculate Conception

Spectrum

105.5 FM

December 25th Christmas Day

REM FM

104.8 FM

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BUSIN

Accommodation

Finca el Cerrillo

Canillas de Albaida, Malaga Tel: 952 03 04 44 email: info@hotelfinca.com www.hotelfinca.com

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

Airconditioning / Heating

Computers

Furniture Stores

David Fenton Computer Help Specialist

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer House calls, remote assistance or bring it to me. Help and impartial advice

TEL: 952 549 607 / MOB: 654 899 976

Construction

Glass, lighting & blinds

Rapid Construction All building works considered.

Phone: 952.539.742

Mobile: 606.423.869

www.redwell.com

◊◊◊ Fair prices ◊◊◊ ◊ English & Spanish speaking. ◊ Phone: 685211215 email: kainesimard16@gmail.com Malaga Area

Tel: 952 96 78 03 www.malagaclima.com

Cooling and Heating Solutions Sales, Service & Installation

Construcciones Schmid S.L Tel: 652 656 066 JMS Services Tel: 605 106 977

Air Con, Solar Systems & Pool Heat Pumps

Joe Jones 655 791167

Esola Systems Tel: 952 550 323 Klimacentro Tel: 952 540 786 Connect Airconditioning Tel: 951 282 196

Bike Hire

BIKE HIRE, TOURS & HOLIDAYS Road & Mountain Bikes Tel: 637 02 88 73

cyclemalaga.com Broadband

De Tropen Tel: 618 963609

Jose Luis Persianas Tel: 952 516 397

Hairdressers Tin Tin Hairdressers Tel: 952 516 416 E.G.O Tel: 616 022 734

Health & Beauty

Drains Waynes Drains Tel: 657 862 628

Electricians

Electrician Tel 951242449

C&Gs 2381 & 2391

Clinica Europa Tel: 952 530 908 Rebeccah Curtis Tel: 952 530 122 Centro Dental Competa Tel: 634 35 12 37

Mob 666707297

www.english-electrician-nerja.com

Electricians Roger 648 025 901

Food Stores & Shops

Bike Rental

BIKE HIRE, TOURS & HOLIDAYS Road & Mountain Bikes Tel: 637 02 88 73

cyclemalaga.com

Axarfusion Tel: 951 83 33 33

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NESS Insurance

Mechanics & Recovery

Restaurants & Bars

Black Tower Tel: 607 845 603

Restaurante Cerezo

Tel: 952 507 144

Kennels & Pets

Large Terrace - 952 553 018 Canillas de Albaida (Málaga) C/Estacion 5 - restaurantecerezo@hotmail.com

Competa Motors

VENTA EL CURRO

General & Electrical Mechanic

Raza Hotel for dogs Tel: 952 535 417

Avda Torrox 35, Competa Tel 606 577 869

Locksmiths LOCKSMITH UK C&G Qualified, Callouts (24/7) and / or appointments

Call Paul Tel: 664367511 email: pcandmrogers@gmail.com

Leisure & Hobbies

Property Legal Advice Asesoria Aljarife Tel:952 51 66 00 Asesoria Axarquia Tel:952 54 51 05 CS Lawyers Tel: 952 96 70 04 Axarquia Solictors Tel: 952 901 225

RENT / ALQUILAR VESPAS Costa del Sol & Axarquia

Real Estate

Tel:+34 628 44 15 32 +34 628 71 94 63

www.vespadelsol.com Tel:(0034) 618 295 063 Tel:(0034) 601 626 525

Competa Hikes Tel: 619 175 649

BIKE HIRE, TOURS & HOLIDAYS Road & Mountain Bikes Tel: 637 02 88 73

cyclemalaga.com

www.taurusrealestate.com

Argentinian Grill

ctra.Corumbela s/n Archez (Malaga)

www.ventaelcurro.com 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 Casa Paco - Competa Tel: 952 516 077 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 .

Restaurante Bistro 6 Tel: 951 832 817 Brogan Properties Tel: 952 55 38 60 Axarquia Properties Tel: 609 436 537 Immotions Real Estate Tel: 654 899 531 Andalucia Real Estate Tel: 952 534481

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Satellite Services

Total Satellite Installations Tel: 629 556 266 Sky Digital Tel: 952 464 378

Solicitors

Swimming Pool Heating

Vets

Naturevets - Competa Tel: 952 553 850

Tel: 652 970 608 info@hmheating.es www.hmheating.es

Windows & Doors

Spa’s & Saunas

UPVC-WINDOWS/DOORS Tel. 952 50 25 27 E-Mail: juanverdun@juanverdun.com

Delprado Solicitors Tel: 95 252 72 74 Axarquia Solicitors Tel: 951 901 225

Official Manufacturer

Window Tinting

Solar Tel: 644 546 176 ian@solarshadetinting.com Tel: 652 970 608 info@hmheating.es www.hmheating.es

Solar Sundays Tel: 648 025 901

Mobility

Upholstery

M:(+34) 658 845 285 reservas@bodegasbentomiz.com

Villa Care

Mobility Products For Sale or Tel: 95 296 7015 / Mob: 635 445 279

www.bluebadgemobility.com

STAIR-LIFTS

Wine / Bodega

Michael’s Upholstery Tel: 952 55 34 64

House Martins tel:+44 (0)845 0041041 mob: +34 692 408 306 www.housemartins.es

Property Care and Management Services

Cars Bought & Sold Cars Wanted Tel: 657 919 965

Plants

Tel: 95 296 7015 / Mob: 635 445 279

www.bluebadgemobility.com

VetiverSpain Tel: 692 288 657

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JUNE 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), Torre del Mar, 29740. Opening hours Monday through Friday 10.00 to 13.00 and 15.00 to 18.00. For further information and bookings please Tel.952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@lux-mundi.org. Every Monday –Knitting & Crochet Group. Time 11.00 to 13.00 at the Centre. Every Tuesday 11.30 to 13.00 & Thursday 16:30 to 18:00. - Espan-Glish Group at the Centre. Price 2 Euros, or with Friends of Lux Mundi card 1 Euro. Every Wednesday - Get Slim Group. Time 11.00. Price 3 Euros or with a Friends of Lux Mundi card 2 Euros. Every Wednesday – Art & Craft Group. Time 14.00 – 17.00 at the Centre. Price 5€ or with Friends of Lux Mundi Card 4€ Every Friday – Coffee Morning, Boutique & Books. Time 11.00 to 13.00 Monday June 3rd - Half Orange “Bring and Share” Lunch, widows, widowers, singles group. 13.00. Wednesday June 12th – Coach Excursion to Jaen. Ticket price 31 Euros or with Friends of Lux Mundi Card 30 Euros available at the Centre. Friday June 14th – Concert for the 25th Anniversary in Malaga Cathedral. Hear the choirs of Cappella Nuova & Stiftshoforchester. The

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Concert starts 20.00.There will be a coach from the Axarquia area to the Cathedral. Return from Malaga 22.00 approx. Ticket price 8 Euros Monday June 17th – Art Appreciation Group. There will be a short introduction about the artist and then you will watch a DVD. The artist for June is Gaudi. Ticket price 3 Euros or with a Friends of Lux Mundi Card 2 Euros Time 11.00. Thursday June 20th - Coach Excursion to Gibraltar. Ticket price 13 Euros, or with Friends of Lux Mundi Card 12 Euros Friday June 28th – Special Boutique Sale & Paella in the Centre. Ticket price 6 Euros or with Fiends of Lux Mundi Card 5 Euros tickets available at the Centre. Paella lunch 13.30 to 14.00. EL PUENTE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP EVANGELICAL CHURCH We meet at El Puente Christian Fellowship premises situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliaria, El Cruce de Puente don Manual, Phone 952 115 220 or 952 518 185 El Puente Christian Fellowship Worship - 11am. Bible Study Thursday 5-7pm Midweek activities: Pilates - Monday 1pm - 2pm Bridge Club Tuesday 2pm -6pm. Charity Shop/Books open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday 10 - 2.00pm TRAPICHE SOCIAL CLUB Meets every Wednesday at 12 noon until 2pm at the Trapiche Restaurant, just off the A356 VelezMalaga 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.RBLLosromanes.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

VIÑUELA

CANILLAS DE ACEITUNO

Unique country residence (137m2) with 180º degree views of Lake Viñuela the mountains and the pretty white village of Los Romanes. Open plan living area, f/f contemporary kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms & fully air conditioned. 8mt x 4mt pool, garage and covered terrace. Easy access.

Stunning (146m2) 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom villa with large living room, fully fitted kitchen and office, on a 4,100 m2 plot with 8mt x 4mt pool. Breathtaking views of the countryside and a glimpse of the sea. Immaculate condition.

REF: MS122 AWAITING EPC

REF: C3653 AWAITING EPC

295,000€

325,000€

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COMPETA

CALETA DE VELEZ Light and airy townhouse in sought after area of Caleta de Vélez. Approx 99m2 with 3 bedrooms, bathroom + WC, living/dining room, fully fitted kitchen, private terrace, ample parking. Walking distance to beach, town centre, amenities and promenade to Torre del Mar.

REF: MS159

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EPC Rating D 199,000€

Ideally located Spanish villa nestling in the hills between the villages of Cómpeta and Torrox, with excellent concrete access from the main road. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, pool, garage and traditional open-plan kitchen and living room with fireplace.

REF: C3599

EPC Rating E

259,000€

Competa Office 31 Av. de la Constitucion, 29754 Competa Malaga, Spain Tel: +34 952 516 633

Caleta de Vélez Office Avenida de Andalucía 189 29751 Caleta de Vélez Malaga, Spain Tel: +34 951 832 150