Jungle Drums November 2012

TM

.es

the

From Alicante to the Mar Menor and all points inbetween!

. . . n i t u o b A Out and

!

R A T L A GIBR

Lest we forget...

Remembrance Day

Confused about SIP Cards?

We have the info!

Keep your brain in check...

Quizzes and Questions inside!

November 2012 - Edition 101

FREE - GRATIS

The Jungle Drums

November 2012

Inside this month’s magazine Remembrance Day A double page special p4

Legal Jargon Having trouble with your SIP card? p6

Brain Training Get those brains working p8

TM

Health Top 10 ways to reduce stress p12

Food Fix Low cost meals p16

Gardening Chrysanthemum p18

Have you got a story?

Why not share it with us, or just tell us what you think Call 965 99 66 66 or email office@thejungledrums.es

Out and About Gibraltar p24

In Gear Renault Clio

p26

Also in this issue Movie and Book Reviews - p22 Bluemoon Solutons- p28 Worlds Richest Women - p24

Advertise in Jungle Drums For great rates and quality advertising, call one of our sales reps today!

Call 965 99 66 66 or email sales@thejungledrums.es We offer a FREE design service.

The deadline for submitting adverts is the 18th of every month.

Published by:

Disclaimer The Jungle Drums, its publishers, members of staff and its agents do not accept responsibility for claims by advertisers nor can it be held responsible for any errors in advertisements which are reproduced from poor artwork, low quality electronic data or inadequate instructions for text or other layout features. Further no responsibility is accepted for any loss or damage caused by an error, inaccuracy or non-appearance of any advertisement, although all advertisements produced are checked prior to insertion. We regret that we cannot accept responsibility for more than ONE incorrect insertion and that no re-publication will be granted in the case of typographical or minor changes which do not affect the value of the advertisement. E&OE NO PART OF THIS MAGAZINE MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN CONSENT OF THE PUBLISHERS. Published by TKO Media & Entertainment S.L.U, CIF:B53825998

A right roaring read!

PAGE

2

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

e c n a r b m e Re m Day

Remembrance Day takes place on the second Sunday of November or the Sunday nearest the 11th November. This is to commemorate the First World War which ended at the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month 1918 (11 o'clock on the 11th November 1918).

Armistice day, as it was then known (when the warring forces agreed to stop fighting) has been observed ever since. The First World War or Great War marked the beginning of the use of modern technology in warfare and led to millions of deaths. It was felt that the dead should be honoured and King George V initiated a 2 minute silence at exactly 11 o'clock to commemorate those who had died for their country.

Nowadays Remembrance Day is marked with a number of services and parades. The Queen, government representatives and soldiers march to the Cenotaph (empty tomb in Greek) in London and lay wreaths. A two minute silence is held to remember all those who have died for their country in the First World War and all wars since. The "Last post" is played on a bugle to introduce the two minute silence at 11 o'clock and "Rouse" is played at the end. Other commemoration services are held in churches and at war memorials throughout Britain.

Remembrance Day is also known as Poppy day. Poppy seeds which had lain dormant for many years in the battlefields in northern France bloomed with vigour after the earth was disturbed, becoming a symbol of new life and loss. A Canadian doctor called John McCrae posted to the front wrote a poem entitled "In Flanders fields" which served as the inspiration for people to wear artificial poppies as a sign of remembrance. These are now sold on behalf of The British Legion, a charity dedicated to supporting those serving in the armed forces and former soldiers. White poppies are also sold and worn as a sign of respect and as a symbol of peace.

VE (Victory in Europe) day marks the end of the second world war in Europe on the 8th May 1945. Massive celebrations took place in Britain - particularly London, where the civilian population exhausted by the austerity of domestic life in war torn Britain, enjoyed an excuse to party. This day is still commemorated as a reminder of those who died during the second world war.

PAGE

4

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

s r a e y e th s s ro c A c e n ra R e m em b ra In Flanders Fields In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead.

Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved, and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch, be yours to hold it high.

If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields.

John McCrae

Wherever You Are Wherever I am, I will love you day by day I will keep you safe, cling on to faith, along the dark dark way Wherever I am, I will hold on through the night I will pray each day a safe return, will look now to the light Light up the darkness, my wondrous star Our hopes and dreams, my heart and yours, forever shining far Light up the darkness, my prince of peace.

May the stars shine all around you may your courage never cease.

Military Wives Choir

We Wiillll Re m e m b e r You

email: oďŹƒce@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

5

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

Legal Jargon

Sponsored by Professional Business Support Telf: 966 923 963

Made Simple

Having problems with your SIP card?

With the problems in the Spanish health system at the moment, with the cancellation of many SIP cards that is in vigour at the moment. Even pensioners have had their SIP cards cancelled.

The idea of cancelling SIP cards is to make sure that only the people that are entitled to them get to use them. Pensioners are entitled to them, people who work legally or are self employed are entitled. This leaves a gap in the health system in the case that people who live in Spain but do not work or have not reached retirement age. So if you are not in these categories you are possibly not covered by the Spanish national health system. In September 2012 the Spanish government announced it was going to allow these people who aren’t included in the Spanish system an opportunity to pay a percentage of the normal Social Security costs, towards health cover. (This only covers medical not prescriptions).

The figure that has been banded about by the national health would be in the region of 75 to 85 euro a month, paid by direct debit from your bank account to the Social Security to enable you to have use of your SIP card. As of today this system is still not available.

We at Professional Business Support are in constant contact with the departments of the Social Security and Sanidad, as soon as the applications are available we will be offering the service of applying for the SIP cards for those in need of one.

In the meantime (and until the Spanish Government produce the documentation and procedures) we at Professional Business Support can offer you full Private Medical Insurance. Policies are available in English and German.

Caser Health Insurance are convinced that, in terms of health, it’s easier to be optimistic and relaxed when you know you’re in good hands. Therefore, our insurance allows you to help you and your family.

Forget about waiting lists, and choose a doctor and hospital from a selection of 40,000 specialists and 1,150 clinics. Because when it comes to your health, they do not take any chances.

Caser Comprehensive Health Insurance is an insurance that can provide all the care they need.

They devote full attention to you and to your family, wherever you may be, and are fully prepared to deal with the situation: illness or accident, health, hospital or surgery.

In addition they provide the freedom to choose private doctors and

Doctor, Doctor..!

Doctor, Doctor I tend to flush a lot.

Don't worry it's just a chain reaction!

Doctor, doctor I keep thinking I'm a bee Buzz off can't you see I'm busy?

Doctor these pills you gave me for BO...

What's wrong with them?

They keep slipping out from

under my arms!

Doctor, Doctor everyone keeps throwing me in the garbage.

Don't talk rubbish!

Doctor, Doctor I feel like a sheep.

That's baaaaaaaaaad!

Doctor, Doctor I feel like a bee.

Well buzz off I'm busy!

hospitals of your choice anywhere in Spain, and even offer the possibility of a second diagnosis by prestigious doctors.

From the moment of taking out Caser Health insurance, you can access all the treatments, medication consultations, and diagnostics.

Consultations can be booked directly without the need for referral from a GP. With Caser´s healthcare you have the added benefit of a 24-hour medical hotline and help.

A Financial Times survey shows that medical care in Spain is one of the best in Europe, with hardly any waiting lists in the care institutions.

International coverage The policy includes international coverage, provided that the trip is no longer than 30 days. There are no limits regarding the number of trips you can make in one year. Caser Seguros also offers the possibility to extend the Europe policy to World-wide coverage.

Rates Because of both the size and the nature of this large Spanish insurance company, Caser Seguros offers very competitive rates. Premiums Start from E 50 a month depending on age.

Contrary to popular belief, policies can and do cover persons with pre exisiting conditions – although these must be declared prior to contracting of the policy, and certain coverage may be excluded.

As an exclusive agent of Caser Seguros, Professional Business Support is able to offer high quality insurances for a very good price. We will guide you through the process of quoting, providing information, and contracting of the insurance policy. Call 966 923 963 or email info@jjtrustsl.com for quotes. Or call into our offices PBS, Calle Luis Canovas Rodriguez 1, Aguas Nuevas, Torrevieja Alicante.

Doctor, Doctor I keep thinking I'm a mosquito Go away, sucker!

Doctor, Doctor I keep getting pains in the eye when I drink coffee Have you tried taking the spoon out?

Doctor, Doctor I feel like a spoon!

Well sit still and don't stir!

Doctor, Doctor, I feel like a pack of cards.

I'll deal with you later.

Doctor, Doctor Have you got something for a bad headache?

Of course. Just take this hammer and hit yourself in the head. Then you'll have a bad headache.

Doctor, Doctor I keep thinking there is two of me One at a time please Doctor, Doctor will this ointment clear up my spots?

I never make rash promises!

PAGE

6

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

Weird&Wonderful Samuel L. Jackson requested to have a purple lightsaber in order to make his character stand out in the Star Wars films.

He wanted it both for appearing in the films and with the goal of making his character look more distinguishable, specifically in the climactic final battle in Episode II.

The small Seth McFarlane, the creator of Family Guy, was amount of toothsupposed to be on one of paste you use to brush your teeth the planes on 9/11. is called a On 9/11, MacFarlane was scheduled to return to LA on AA Flight 11 from NURDLE!

There is a small island near Bali that openly sells and embraces magic mushrooms.

The island is called Gili Trawangan, and is a small island where magic mushroom milkshakes are sold out in the open. Numerous shops sell the milkshakes and there are signs saying things like “Mega Maximum Radical Mushrooms - Your Return Trip To The Moon.”

Boston. Suffering from a hangover from the previous night's celebrations, and with an incorrect departure time from his travel agent, he arrived at the airport sometime around 7:30 and was unable to board the flight as the gates had been closed. 15 minutes after departure the flight was hijacked, and at 8:46 a.m. was flown into the North Tower of the World Trade Center.

The English word 'tycoon' comes from a Japanese word that means 'great lord.'

If you eat a teaspoon of sugar after eating something spicy, it will completely neutralize the heat.

JFK bought 1200 Cuban cigars hours before he made them illegal!

A 1936 heat wave in the US killed 5,000!

Detroit faced the worst heat wave ever recorded in July 1936, just as the Great Depression was beginning to taper off. People walking to work would never return home. They simply collapsed from the heat and died. Hospitals filled up with people.

Morgues were so full, that bodies lined the hallways, because all the slabs were taken. Family members had to come and identify the bodies lined up. Doctors and nurses were fainting at work from the heat. It was intense. In the end, 5,000 people were killed by the heat wave.

email: office@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

7 2

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

Brain Training Classic Movie Quiz

Riddles

1. What large city in the southern United States is one of the important settings of the 1939 mega-film 'Gone with the Wind'?

2. Which of these great actresses was not part of the cast of 'The Women', an all-star comedy from 1939?

3. What type of animal is hunted in the thrilling 1932 film 'The Most Dangerous Game'?

4. Where does the Joad family move to find itself a new life in the touching 1940 film 'The Grapes of Wrath', masterfully put together by director John Ford?

5. (1958) A very eccentric aunt raises her orphaned nephew in an atmosphere of wacky opulence, with strange characters and odd decor constantly entering and exiting their lives.

What film is described above?

6. Though Marlon Brando is best known for roles such as Don Corleone from 'The Godfather' and Stanley Kowalski from 'A Streetcar Named Desire', he appeared in many other exciting films. In what 1953 film does he appear as a tough guy biker?

7. The three lead actors from the 1935 film 'Mutiny on the Bounty' were all nominated for Best Actor Oscars. Which of these was not one of them?

8. What is the nationality of the character Manuel, played brilliantly

by Spencer Tracy in the 1937 film 'Captains Courageous'?

9. What is the first name of the character played by the terribly underrated British actress Deborah Kerr in the 1956 film musical 'The King and I'?

10. In what 1945 film did the lovely Gene Tierney play a very jealous (and insane) woman who marries an author, and attempts to push everyone else out of his life, sometimes to deadly consequences?

1. What begins with T, ends with T, and has T in it?

2. A word I know, six letters it contains. Subtract just one, and twelve is what remains.

3. Tom's mom had four kids: Nickel, Dime, Quarter and what is the fourth?

4. What is a five letter word which becomes shorter with two letters added onto it?

5. The more you take, the more you leave behind. What are they?

6. What English word starting with 'B' has three consecutive double letters?

7. What is the next letter: W I T N .. ?

8. What is the only common four letter word in the English language which ends in -eny?

9. What object has keys that open no locks, space but no room, and you can enter but not go in?

10. What is 1 + 1?

11. You are female. What relationship to you is your father's only son-inlaw's mother-in-law's only daughter?

12. What relationship to you is your father's only brother's wife's only brother-in-law?

13. When you know it takes five cats five minutes to catch five mice, how long will it take for 100 cats to catch 100 mice?

14. My life can be measured in hours. I serve by being devoured. Thin, I am quick. Fat, I am slow. When I am aglow wind is my foe. What am I? 15. I can be long. I can be short. I can be grown. I can be cut. I can be bought. I can be painted. I can be bare. Some people chew me. I can be round. I can be square. What am I?

Optical Illusion What can you see?

Answers Riddles: 1.Teapot, 2.Dozens, 3.Tom, 4.Short, 5.Footsteps, 6.Bookkeepers, 7.L (What Is The Next Letter), 8.Deny, 9.Keyboard, 10.2, 11.You, 12. Father, 13.5 minutes, 14. Candle, 15. Fingernail.

Movie Quiz: 1. Atlanta, 2.Bette Davis, 3.Human Beings, 4. California, 5.Auntie Mame, 6. The Wild One, 7.Spencer Tracy, 8.Portuguese, 9.Anna, 10.Leaver her to heaven.

PAGE

8

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

November 2012

Guess

The

Artist

Music Facts From

Her Debut Album Was Called “Music of the Sun”

1979

She released her sixth album this year.

She had a number one in the UK for ten consecutive weeks.

1. Star Club in Hamburg reopens amid a resurgence of interest in Beatle's early history.

She has collabirated with people such as Eminem, Jay-Z, Justin Timberlake, Coldplay, Drake, Chris Brown and many more.

2. Beach Boys Brian Wilson and his wife Marilyn were divorced.

3. Randy Jackson of The Jackson Five was seriously injured in a car crash breaking both legs, he almost died in the emergency room.

She has been named the best-selling digital artist of all time in the United States, having sold 47,571,000 million singles and albums.

Have You Guessed Who she is?

4. Bruce Springsteen's first video, "Rosalita," premiered on BBC-TV.

Name hat Tune T

5. Led Zeppelin played their last ever UK show when they appeared at Knebworth Park.

1. “D o yo u sti ll rem em be r, ho w we us ed to be , Fe eli ng tog eth er, be lie vin g wh ate ve r, My lov e ha s sa id to me ” 2. “Ju st sh oo t for the sta rs, If it fee ls rig ht, An d aim for my he art ” 3. “I am fly ing , I am fly ing , Lik e a bir d cro ss the sky .”

4. “Th ere 's a sig n on the wa ll bu t sh e wa nts to be su re” 5. “W e'r e go ing to Pa rty , Ka ram u, Fie sta , for ev er”

6. George Michael and Andrew Ridgeley (later known as Wham!), played their first live gig together, as The Executives.

Now Then n T e h e n h T Now Now

ger selves?

2

3

4

5

F

Olivia NewtonJohn

Katy Perry

Lulu

Lady Gaga

C

E

6

9 2 9

email: office@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

1

B Madonna

A

D

Britney Spears

rs to their youn ge sin e es th ch at m u yo Can

The Jungle Drums

November 2012

Top 10 ways to reduce stress

Stress affects everybody every day, and for the most part stress offers the push we need to respond to a pressing situation.

From trying to get out of the house on time to giving a presentation, stress is your response to physical, chemical, emotional or environmental factors. Whenever there's a sudden need for quick response, our bodies initiate a cascade of chemical reactions that sends our hearts racing and heightens all our senses. In a positive context, stresses can help keep our bodies strong and minds alert, but chronic stress can have devastating effects.

When you have chronic stress, your body produces too much cortisol and adrenalin—two major stress hormones. Cortisol is the worry hormone produced by fear and vigilance, and produces anxiety. Adrenalin is the fight-or-flight hormone which prepares the body to react physically to a threat.

If you fail to adapt to our stresses, your body can produce too much of these hormones for too long. This results in distress, which is literally an overdose of cortisol and adrenalin. The effects can result in physical symptoms and even changes that lead to stress-related illnesses.

Chronic stress has been linked, for example, to high blood pressure and heart disease. New research suggests that people whose blood pressure spikes in reaction to life's daily annoyances develop blockages

in their arteries faster than those who can relax.

High stress levels also have been found to trigger asthma attacks and can precede a heart attack. Long episodes of stress can also have a negative impact on your immune system, weakening your resistance to infection as well as your ability to recover. Other physical manifestations of stress include headaches, insomnia, digestive trouble and acne. In fact, stress can worsen just about any symptom, whatever the original cause.

Stress can manifest itself in a range of symptoms. You may become more forgetful or find it harder to concentrate. Losing your sense of humor is another sign of an unhealthy amount of stress in your life, as are irritable moods and increased angry outbursts.

Stress can lead to an entirely different set of health problems if you seek relief from it by smoking, drinking alcohol, taking other drugs, or by eating more or less than usual.

Fortunately there are a variety of natural, drug-free approaches to provide stress relief. What can you do to handle stress? The most important question to ask yourself when you feel trapped by intense stress is whether this is really worth dying for. Then, remind yourself that there is no one solution to handling stress. Everyone is different and you need to choose the stress relievers that work best for you.

Health Benefits There are several poppy seeds health benefits, some of these include:1. Fatty acids: These seeds are a good source of fatty acids which are required for the body’s good health. These seeds are especially rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

2. Breast cancer: Poppy seed oil contains oleic acid.

Studies conducted on this acid show that it is helpful

in treating breast cancer.

3. Source of minerals: These seeds are also a source of iodine, zinc, copper, manganese, and magnesium.

4. Heart disease: Poppy seeds contain linoleic acid which is useful in prevent heart disorders and heart attacks.

5. Narcotics: Poppy seeds are also used as narcotics to treat pain related conditions. They are also used in treating asthma, diarrhea, whooping cough, insomnia, certain digestive disorders and stomach conditions.

PAGE

10

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

Identify your triggers: Begin by first identifying all the sources of stress in your daily life. Keep a diary or make simple notes every time an event triggers your stress response. This will help you identify patterns in your perception of stressful events and circumstances that precede them. When you've gone through this exercise, make the effort, either with your employer, your partner or with yourself to change these patterns and reduce the amount of stress you currently face.

Modify your responses: While some research shows that our stress response is, in part, shaped by our early childhood experiences, experts also say that we can learn to modify our reactions to make stressful events less so. Such cognitive-behavioral therapy can be done with the help of a mental health professional in identifying your stress triggers or simply by remembering the simple prayer used by many 12-step programs: "Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference."

Learn biofeedback: Even if you can't control the stress in your life, there are ways you can control your response to it. One method is to learn biofeedback. Biofeedback is a simple method in which electrodes are attached to your skin to record changes in body temperature, heart rate or brain waves in response to specific stimuli. These changes are converted into electronic sounds that change in pitch or frequency.

With biofeedback, you can learn to control what would otherwise be involuntary reactions, and thereby "short-circuit" your stress response.

Practice daily meditation: The goal in meditation is to quiet the mind by focusing your attention on a repeated sound, called a mantra, or image, without distraction, in order to enter a deeply relaxed state. Regular meditation practice can ease stress by helping you diffuse your triggers and allowing your body to relax. By clearing the mind, you are forced to "let go" of stressful events.

If you notice mental distractions creeping back in, simply return to your mantra or image. One form of meditation called transcendental meditation, was first studied by Dr. Herbert Benson of Harvard Medical School and written about in his book, "The Relaxation Response" (William Morrow and Company, 1975). Noting the method's ability to reduce stress, transcendental meditation

cer treatment. Their high tension, stress and anxiety levels dropped significantly after treatment. Essential oils have been found to affect brainwaves and alter behavior, though their mechanism of action is not well understood. Scents of lavender and citrus are two of the most often used for stress-relief, so keep these essential oils on hand and rub some into the temples in times of stress.

Yoga: Researchers from Kaleida Health-Millard Fillmore Hospital in Buffalo, NY, measured whether yoga or listening to classical music or nature sounds could relieve stress.

While all approaches worked to some extent, yoga worked the fastest to lower the blood pressure of those people subjected to mental stress.

Breathing exercises: Breathing or relaxation exercises are becoming increasingly embraced by mainstream medicine as among the best remedies for stress. Like meditation, these exercises are meant to give your mind and body a quick timeout. was also described in the American Heart Whenever you feel yourself becoming overAssociation's journal, Stroke (March 2000), whelmed by daily events, stop and inhale as an effective treatment of chronic high deeply through your nose, then exhale blood pressure. Experts suggest practicing slowly through your mouth to the count of 8. meditation for at least 20 minutes once or Practice this regularly throughout the day twice a day, but you can enjoy mini-meditations throughout the day, whenever you feel and you'll find yourself better able to diffuse your stressful moments. stress getting a grip on you.

Aerobic exercise: Physical activity is a Massage: Massage therapy has been great stress buster, plus you'll be amazed by shown in several studies to be an effective how much better you'll look and feel. In addiremedy for daily stress. Research among tion to distracting you from your troubles, exvarious groups of people who face a lot of ercise has an overall relaxing effect. Aerobic daily stress, such as caregivers for the chronically ill, hospital workers and teachers, activity, in particular, can reduce anxiety, depression and tension. Brisk walking or bicyall conclude that a little massage therapy cling for 20 to 30 minutes three to five times goes a long way toward relieving stress.

One recent study from the Dartmouth-Hitch- a week may be all that you need to help you manage stress more effectively. cock Medical Center in New Hampshire on Develop a support network: Studies show patients undergoing bone-marrow transplants found that patients' stress test scores that women are better able to cope with were significantly lower after receiving mas- emotional stress than are men due, in part, sage over the course of their treatment. An- to their stronger support networks. When stress becomes a problem, spending time other study from the Department of with loved ones, meeting with friends or Psychology at Toronto Hospital in Ontario even caring for your pet may help. Or you Canada on a group of nurses showed that massage treatments not only relieved work- may consider talking to a member of the clergy or a healthcare professional. All of place stress, but improved overall mood as these things activities can help get you well. through times of stress and related depresAromatherapy: Results of studies using aromatherapy indicate that it helps aid in re- sion or anxiety.

The most important thing is to realize that laxation and stress relief. One such study you are not a victim of your circumstances. published in the May 1998 edition of PalliaRather, use these tools to change your pertive Medicine documented the calming efspective on the events in your life that make fects of aromatherapy on a group of mostly breast cancer patients receiving radical can- you feel stressed and take control of your reactions to them.

of Poppy Seeds Poppy seed oil that is obtained from the small dark seeds of the poppy flower is a good option for salad dressings. This oil also has several health benefits.

The oil is a good source of energy due to the abundance of carbohydrates and calcium. This poppy seed oil is also rich in linoleic acid (an omega-6 fatty acid) which studies show, offers protection against heart disease and heart attacks. The oil derived from poppy seeds also has cosmetic benefits and is used for various massages on the head and skin. Poppy seed oil is

also used as salad dressing as it adds a unique flavor and aroma to the salad. Some studies have also shown that poppy seed oil is useful in fertility. Women who have had their uterus bathed with poppy seed oil have become pregnant later. It is also used as a contrast medium for an x-ray procedure called hysterosalpingography (HSG) which is used to evaluate fertility in women. Poppy seed oil is also used as a carrier for iodine in pediatric medicine.

email: oďŹƒce@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

11

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

all the newsest gadgets and gizmos are right here!

Tetris Light Turn on the light, Tetris style. Made up of individual Tetromino pieces, it will feel like the universally loved game has come to life as you build it. The blue base powers the light and when plugged in the Tetrominoes can be stacked on top, lighting as it is put together.

When a piece is removed it turns off. With endless combinations possible, there is a risk you may become addicted to the game all over again.

smart safe

€40.19

The Smart Safe is the ideal way to keep your desktop belongings safe. Using a compatible device (iPhone, iPod or Android), simply choose a 4 digit code using the included app, then slot your device in the top and dial in the code to unlock the safe, the safe code can be changed whenever you want. With enough room for several belongings, it's a great way to securely hide away any desktop belongings that you'd like to keep out of sight. €33.49 iwantoneofthose.com

LED SHOW LACES - WHITE These stunning LED shoe laces are great for clubbing, parties, fancy dress and as a safety feature to help you stay noticed when out jogging.

Great for turning those old pair of trainers into something unique, the LED Shoe Laces light up at the touch of a button and have three eye catching modes: solid, fast and slow. Each pack contains one pair of laces (one for each shoe) and are made from strong optical cable making them light but durable.

Simply thread the LED Shoe Laces through the lace holes, attach to a small discreet clip at the top, twist the locks to hold them in place and you’re ready to glow. €8.05

iwantoneofthose.com

QUIRKY SCRIBE LAPTOP DESK AND HOLDER Scribe is a modular desk that's the perfect platform for using your laptop and writing notes on a pad. Great for studying or general web browsing while lying on your bed, the versatile and sturdy design incorporates two work surfaces: an angled stand for your laptop and a surface for writing on a notepad.

When you're not typing or scribbling notes, the dual elasticated straps will hold your laptop, notepad, books or binders securely in place and the curved edge can be used to hang your laptop on the end your bed or other surface €40.19 iwantoneofthose.com

iwantoneofthose.com

Lazy Housekeeper Mop Slippers When cleaning doesn't come naturally, we have come up with a very practical solution. With the Mop Slippers, every time you get up, you clean up a little bit more... or just sweep the dust to a different area and worry about it later.

Being lazy doesn't only mean you've got a preference for the sofa over anything else, but it means you like making things easier for yourself.

These slippers will definitely make things easier for you, bachelors and students celebrate €10.75

iwantoneofthose.com

PAGE

12

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

email: oďŹƒce@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

13

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

PAGE

14

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

n a t t a Manh

THE

RESTAURANT

The The Manhattan Manhattan restaurant restaurant is is often often described described as as ‘the best kept secret in Cabo Roig’, ‘the best kept secret in Cabo Roig’, but but with with its its reputation reputation for for quality quality homemade homemade food food at at unbelievable prices growing fast it is not going unbelievable prices growing fast it is not going to secret for for long long. to stay stay secret T the Tucked ucked away away in in the the Rotonda RotondaAparthotel Aparthotelcomplex, complex,Calle Calledel delAgua, Agua, the

Manhattan is pedestrian Manhattan is not not easy easyto tofind. find.But Butififyou youdo domake makeit itdown downthe the pedeswalkway and through the Rotonda’s reception you areyou in for trian walkway and through the Rotonda’s reception areainbig for a big surprise. And, gogo back surprise.

And, once once you youknow knowwhere whereititisisyou youare areguaranteed guaranteedtoto againagain and again, all Manhattan’s customers do. back and again, all Manhattan’s customers do.

Many things make thethe Manhattan stand out out in this busybusy commercial Many things make Manhattan stand in this commercial area where bar. area where practically practicallyevery everybuilding buildinghouses housesaarestaurant restaurantorora a bar.

First, there is the tranquillity.

Although onlyonly a stone’s throw fromfrom the the First, there is the tranquillity.

Although a stone’s throw busy main busy main road, road, once once in inthe theManhattan Manhattanyou you are completely are completely unaware unawareof ofthe thenoise. noise.Inside, Inside, the restaurant the restaurant is is smart smartand andcomfortable, comfortable,and and alfresco diners can enjoy a shady alfresco diners can enjoy a shadyterrace terrace overlooking the overlooking the swimming swimmingpool. pool.

Then there is the friendly service.

TheThe Then there is the friendly service.

Manhattan is is aa family family run Manhattan run restaurant restaurant and and the the personal touch personal touch shows shows as asowners ownersPaul Pauland and Dawn Mansell Dawn Mansell make make all alltheir theircustomers customersfeel feel welcome, but what really makes the welcome.

Manhattan is the food.

But, whatspecial really makes the Manhattan Dawn isisthe chef and has created an special thehead food. extensive of pub favourites. findan Dawn ismenu the head chef and has You’ll created everythingmenu from fish andfavourites. chips and lamb extensive of pub You’ll find chops to Madras-style chicken everything from fish and chips curry. and lamb This may sound like thechicken type of food chops to Madras-style curry.you could in dozens of establishments upyou andcould downget theincoast, butofyou’d Thisget may sound like the type of food dozens have to go a long way to find dishes cooked quite like Dawn’s. establishments up and down the coast, but you’d have to go a long The starting point for all Dawn’s is quality, fresh ingredients. way to find dishes cooked quiterecipes like Dawn’s.

While the Manhattan offers main courses starting at only €4.50, Dawn The starting point for all Dawn’s recipes is quality, fresh ingredients. refusesthe to Manhattan cut corners offers on quality keep thestarting prices low.

While maintocourses at only €4.50, Dawn “It is possible to produce excellent food, with the best ingredients, refuses to cut corners on quality to keep the prices low. without putting up the prices,” says Paul.

“It is possible to produce excellent food, with the best ingredients, And, Dawn has certainly proved this. Her steak pie, packed with thick without putting up the prices,” says Paul. chunks of steak and topped with melt-in-the-mouth pastry, is so good it And, Dawn has certainly proved this. Her steak pie, packed with actually reduced one customer to tears. “It reminded him of pies he thick chunks of steak and topped with melt-in-the-mouth pastry, is so used to love and eat with a close friend in the West Midlands. His friend good it actually reduced one customer to tears. “It reminded him of had since died and the taste brought tears to his eyes,” says Paul. pies he used to love and eat with a close friend in the West Midlands.

It is really no surprise that Paul and Dawn are doing such a great job His friend had since died and the taste brought tears to his eyes,” with the Manhattan as they have a wealth of experience with food and says Paul. hospitality. They took over the Manhattan 18 months ago but have been It is really no surprise that Paul and Dawn are doing such a great in Spain for eight years and run two bars on the Lemon Tree market. job with the Manhattan as they have a wealth of experience with food The couple’s sons, Jack and Joe, help run the restaurant and bars. and hospitality. They took over the Manhattan 18 months ago but Before they came to Spain the pair ran a pub restaurant in Telford for have been in Spain for eight years and run two bars on the Lemon four years and a Deli in Bromsgrove.

Tree market.

Many of Dawn’s most popular dishes were developed and perfected for The couple’s sons, Jack and Joe, help run the restaurant and bars. customers in the UK. Some of her dishes go back even further as Dawn Before they came to Spain the pair ran a pub restaurant in Telford has been a passionate cook since she was a child. for four years and a Deli in Bromsgrove.

Paul tells the story of how Dawn used to make cakes in a friend’s Manywhen of Dawn’s most were so developed perfected kitchen she was 12popular and thedishes cakes were good theand friend was off for customers in theDawn’s UK. Some ofLuckily, her dishes backan even as selling them behind back.

Paulgo keeps eyefurther on Dawn has been a passionate cook since she was a child. business these days.

Paul tells the story how Dawn used tomenu makedel cakes a friend’s The Manhattan’s threeofcourse homemade dia isinincredible kitchen when she was 12 and the cakes were so good the value at just €7.95, and is served from noon until 9pm, but if friend you’rewas not off selling them behind Dawn’s back.

Luckily, Paul keeps an so hungry, you can choose just a main. It is perfectly possible eye for aon business these days.

couple to eat and have drinks for less than €13.

It really The Manhattan’s three course homemade menu del is diaastonishing is incredihowvalue they can do €7.95, this andand keep the quality high.until 9pm. But if ble at just is served fromsonoon Menu favourites include thecan Fullchoose of Fishjust Pie,awhich up to its name you’re not so hungry, you main.lives It is perfectly possiandfor is stuffed full to of eat salmon, smoked haddock and prawns, the ble a couple and have drinks for less than €13. It really is fantastically how authentic andand the keep best quality T-bone astonishing they lasagne can do this the quality so and high.sirloin steaks.

Menu favourites include the Full of Fish Pie, which lives up to its For dessert, classics such as bread and butter pudding, apple pie, name and is old stuffed full of salmon, smoked haddock and prawns, the trifle and crumble put in an appearance.

But these aren’t just any old authentic lasagne and the best quality T-bone and sirloin steaks. puddings; theseold areclassics Dawn’ssuch quality For dessert, as bread homemade puddings. and butter pudding, apple Thentrifle there is Sunday of the best pie, and crumblelunch. put in One an appearance. roast dinners you are likely to get on the But these aren’t just any coast, with one course €5.95, two €6.95 and old puddings; these are Dawn’s quality three €7.95. How do they do it? homemade puddings.

Right now, Paul and Dawn are working on Then there is Sunday lunch. One of the their winter menu, and are introducing 20 best roast dinners you are likely to get on new dishes. We tried to get some inside the coast, with one course €5.95, two €6.95 information before going to press, but it was and three €7.95. How do they do it? all a bit hush-hush, so you will have to go Paul and Dawn have completed their along to find out what tasty winter warmers winter menu and have introduced 20 new are being served up. The only hint we got dishes. We got a look at the fantastic Winter from Paul is that there will be dishes people Specials Board while we where there so if loved eating when they were children. you go along to Manhattan you will be in for Whatever they are, we know they will be a really tasty treat. From November 14th to homemade from the freshest ingredients and really, really tasty. Oh, and December 15th, every Thursday and Friday there is a 4 course pregreat value, too.

Christmas Lunch for €9.95 bookings only.

Throughout November Manhattan will be serving Christmas fare and Manhattan are now taking bookings for their Christmas Day menu; they are now taking bookings for their Christmas Day menu; a full a full Christmas dinner for €39.95.

Christmas dinner for €39.95.

The only problem with Manhattan is that once The only problem with thethe Manhattan is that once youyou go, go, you you may find may findwant you to willgive want give upcompletely. cooking completely.

Onecomplained customer you will upto cooking One customer complained his to wife to sell assee sheany couldn’t see that his wife that wanted sellwanted the cooker asthe shecooker couldn’t reason to any reason to eat at home anymore.

email: office@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

15

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

Munch your way through the credit crunch with our low-cost meals

Sticky Ribs with Roast Potato Salad Ingredients 3 racks pork spare ribs, or about 1.5kg/3lb 5oz single pork spare ribs 1 small onion , diced 1 tbsp olive oil 1 garlic clove , crushed 2 tbsp smoked paprika 1 tsp mild chilli powder 300ml tomato passata 2 tbsp tomato purée

150ml cider, white or red wine vinegar 125g dark muscovado sugar FOR THE POTATOES 1½ kg new potatoes , skin on 2 tbsp olive oil 1-2 rosemary sprigs, finely chopped, or a pinch of mixed dried herbs 2 tbsp white or red wine vinegar

Method 1. Heat oven to 150C/130C fan/gas 2. Put the ribs in a roasting tin in a single layer and just cover with water. Cover with foil and cook for 1½ hrs. Drain well. If you are not finishing these straight away, cover and chill until ready to cook.

2. Meanwhile, fry the onion in the oil in a pan until soft. Add the garlic, smoked paprika and chilli powder and fry for 1 min.

Add the passata, purée, vinegar and sugar and bring everything to a simmer. Cook for 10 mins. If you are not using this sauce straight away, cool and chill.

3. Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7.

Brush the ribs all over with the sauce and

Turkey Meatballs in Tomato and Fennel Sauce Ingredients 400g turkey mince 25g fresh white breadcrumbs 2 garlic cloves , crushed 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion , chopped

1 carrot , diced 1 tsp fennel seeds 400g can chopped tomatoes 1 tbsp tomato purée 400g spaghetti , cooked, to serve

Method 1. Put the mince in a mixing bowl with the breadcrumbs and half the garlic. Season and mix well to combine.

Using your hands, shape the mixture into 12 balls, then chill for 10 mins.

2. Meanwhile, heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan. Add the onion, carrot and remaining garlic.

Cook for 5-6 mins until softened. Add the fennel seeds and cook for a few secs. Tip in the tomatoes with half a can of water, then stir in the tomato purée. Season and simmer for 15 mins until thickened. Using an electric hand blender, whizz until roughly smooth.

3. Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a non-stick frying pan and fry the meatballs for 8-10 mins until cooked through. Transfer to the sauce and simmer until piping hot. Serve with spaghetti.

lay on a baking sheet. Mix the potatoes with the oil, rosemary and seasoning in a large roasting tin. Roast for 40 mins on a middle shelf, with the ribs on the shelf above. Turn the ribs and potatoes halfway, until both are nicely browned all over. Tip the potatoes into a large bowl sprinkle with the vinegar and serve hot, warm or cold.

Slice the ribs to serve and put any extra sauce into bowls for dipping.

Honey, mustard & crème fraîche baked chicken

Ingredients thighs 4 tbsp crème fraîche 500g baby potatoes 2 tbsp grainy mustard 200g green beans 2 garlic cloves , crushed 2 tbsp clear honey 150ml chicken stock ½ small bunch tarragon , roughly 8 skin-on chicken drumsticks and chopped Method 1. Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Mix together the crème fraîche, mustard, garlic and stock with some seasoning. Arrange the chicken, skin-side up, in a roasting tray just large enough for the chicken and vegetables.

2. Tuck the potatoes and beans in between the chicken pieces. Pour over the stock mixture then season the chicken and drizzle with honey. Cook for 40-45 mins until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes tender.

Scatter over the tarragon before serving

Fast-Fix Friend Rice Method 1. Heat the oil in a frying pan, then tip in the egg. Leave to set for 30 secs-1 min, swirling every now and again, then tip it out and finely slice. Add bacon and mushrooms to pan, then fry until golden, about 3 mins. Add peas, garlic and ginger, then cook for 1 min.

2. Mix the soy sauce and sugar together.

Turn up the heat, add the cooked rice to the pan, heat through, then splash in the sweet soy sauce. Stir through the egg and serve straight away, with more soy sauce if you like.

PAGE

16

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

Ingredients 2 tsp oil 1 egg , beaten 2 rashers bacon , chopped 175g mushrooms , sliced 200g frozen peas 1 garlic clove , crushed small knob of fresh root ginger , grated 2 tsp dark soy sauce , plus extra to serve 1 tsp sugar 250g cooked basmati rice

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

Chilli Bean Baguettes Ingredients 2 x 400g cans mixed beans , drained and rinsed 1 red chilli , deseeded and chopped, or 1 tsp chilli flakes 1 garlic clove , chopped 500.0g carton passata (or

400g can chopped tomatoes) 2 tsp brown sugar 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar small baguette , thickly sliced 1 tbsp grated vegetarian cheddar or parmesan

Method 1. Heat grill to high. Stir the first six ingredients together in a medium pan. Bring to the boil, then turn down the heat and simmer for 4-5 mins.

2. Meanwhile, spread the baguette slices over a baking sheet and slide under the grill.

Toast on one side, turn over and sprinkle the second side with the cheese. Grill for another 1-2 mins until melted and golden brown. Season the beans to taste and serve over the cheesy toasts.

Moroccan spiced mince with couscous Ingredients 2 tbsp sunflower oil 2 medium onions , roughly chopped 350g pack Quorn mince 1 tbsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground cinnamon 2 tsp ground turmeric 100g ready-to-eat dried apricots , quartered 600ml vegetable stock FOR THE COUSCOUS 280g couscous grated zest of 2 lemons 4 tbsp chopped fresh mint 50g unsalted cashews , toasted under the grill

Method 1. Heat the oil in a large nonstick pan, add the onions and cook gently for 5 minutes until they soften.

Stir in the Quorn and spices (unlike meat and poultry, Quorn doesn't need to be browned), then add the apricots and stock.

Bring to the boil, then turn the heat down and cook gently for 10-15 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, make up the couscous following the packet instructions - it will take about 450ml boiling water to give it a nice fluffy texture. Fork through the lemon zest and mint. Season to taste.

3. Spoon the couscous onto serving plates, pile the Quorn mixture on top and scatter with the cashews.

Spiced Ren Lentil Soup Ingredients 1 onion , chopped 1 tbsp olive oil 1-2 tbsp Thai red curry paste 300g red lentils 1,7l vegetable stock 200ml coconut milk chopped spring onions , to serve (optional)

Method 1. Fry the onion in 1 tbsp olive oil until soft. Stir in the red Thai curry paste, depending how hot you want it.

2. Add red lentils and mix to coat in the paste.

Pour over vegetable stock and simmer for 20 mins until the lentils are tender.

3. Blend with coconut milk and reheat if needed. Serve scattered with chopped spring onions, if you like.

Oriental Duck Salad Method 1. Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Rub the duck leg all over with five-spice and seasoning, place on a baking tray and roast for 25 mins.

2. Meanwhile, cook the rice noodles following pack instructions. Drain and cool under cold running water, then drain again well and toss with the celery, carrot, cucumber and spring onions. When cool enough to handle, remove the duck meat and Ingredients 1 duck leg 1 tsp Chinese five-spice powder 140g rice noodles 1 celery stick, cut into matchsticks 1 carrot , cut into matchsticks

crispy skin from the bone and finely shred.

3. To make the dressing, mix the hoisin and soy sauce with 2 tbsp water. Divide the noodles between two plates and top with the shredded duck. Drizzle over the dressing and serve. ½ cucumber , deseeded and cut into matchsticks 2 spring onions , sliced lengthways 2 tbsp hoisin sauce 1 tbsp soy sauce

Spicy Chorizo Potatoes with Fried Eggs

Method 1. Cook the potatoes in boiling water until tender. Drain really well then fry in 1-2 tbsp olive oil until golden. Scoop out the pan, then add the onion and chilli and keep frying until softened. Add the chorizo and paprika and cook for a minute then add the potatoes back and cook, tossing everything together.

2. In a separate pan, fry the eggs. Serve on top of the potatoes.

17

email: office@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

Ingredients 2 large potatoes , peeled and cut into chunks olive oil 1 small red onion , halved and sliced 1 green chilli , sliced 100g piece chorizo , cut into chunks ½ tsp smoked paprika 2 eggs

The Jungle Drums

November 2012

Chrysanthemum The Chrysanthemum is an everlasting plant of the Astraea family, native of Asia and Europe’s north-east. In the United States they are simply known "mums".

The culture of the chrysanthemums in China goes back to before 1500 B.C. A former Chinese city was called Ju-Xian " city of the chrysanthemum ".

These flowers were introduced in Japan proba-

bly in the 8th century and the emperor of Japan adopted them as the official flower of the country. There is a " Festival of Happiness " in Japan that honours this flower. The flower was taken to Europe in the 17th century.

The chrysanthemum is the flower of November, flowering naturally when the days are shorter in autumn and winter. This means that in the southern hemisphere it flowers in April, May, June. However, nowadays, by means of the appropriate technology it has become a plant that can flower all year round when in a controlled environment.

The modern chrysanthemum is much more decorative than its wild relative. The flowers have varied forms, similar to dahlias and are very decorative like pompoms or buttons.

There are many varieties of color. Besides the traditional golden colour there are flowers of white, purple and red, etc. They are used to enhance patios, balconies and and interiors. Due to the great variety of forms and colours it is one of the most popular of the cut flowers to be used in bouquets.

A symbolic flower for many cultures The chrysanthemum is the national flower of Japan.

In China it is the symbol of knowledge and in other countries the symbol of honesty.

In China it is one of the four significant plants, the other being the orchid, the apricot bloom and bamboo.

In the U.S.A. the chrysanthemum is the flower of joy and it is the official flower of Chicago since 1961.

The chrysanthemum is the emblem of the brotherhood of musicians.

PAGE

18

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

e n li t n o r F e h T m o r F s r Lette The Honou rable Samu el Barrington, age 19 Died: Quatr e Bras, Fran ce, 1815.

Two days be fore the Batt le of Waterloo, he wro te: ‘If I escap e with my whole sk in, I shall thin k myself well off and be thankful.

‘If on the con trary some u nlucky ball finished me, I trust I shall not be wholly un prepared to fa ce danger and death.’

Downes, ’ y n o ‘T il 7. an Ne istan, 200 Guardsm n a h fg A : ied age 20. D

e heard w you hav o n y b s s e ‘Well I gu news. d o the go grandad now with n e v a e h ing ‘I am up in ure they are stopp –s and nana the birds. g .I me pullin n’t be sad o d , d a m at ’t be do and th to ‘Well don d a h I t g wha died doin sh. g the Briti ou was servin se I love y u a c e b fe my li gain.’

‘Celebrate e you all a e s l il w I and

Eric Lubbock, age 24.

Died: Ypres, 1917.

‘As my object in life is to co mfort and help you, so it is my last ho pe if I should be taken from you, that I may not cause you too great a grief.

‘Al

so I know that if in my last hour, I 2.

2 e g a am conscious, my chief consola n, o t n r tion o will be to feel that these tho Lee Th , 2006. r e n ug n hts Gu raq may reach you.’

Died: I ing this it r w m tyIa now wh pe that this le k ’t n o ‘I d y ho e if it e I reall you, becaus s u a c e b to Second Lie dead. er gets m a utenant Eri I s ter nev n a e c Heaton, age 20. Die tm a h d t e s s d e s : T a h do e p S o e m me, 1916. with I hav ‘Tomorrow w am not ecause I b n t a s e e u go to the att ‘J tm ack in the greatest oes no battle the Bri away d tish army has ev ver er fought.’ you. oking o lo e r e th ‘It is a great ays be u safe. cause and I ‘I’ll alw o y g t s in came out ep , ju willing to serv e ly k e , n u lo o l y e my King a e e f u o e r y nd e Country enever and I’ll be th ve h w o ‘S s lo our eye ally did ry‘My greatest close y our side. I re concern is th e eve r e y w y at I u b have the cou , yo d right a h ra g I e ll a n a d d h etermination necessa you wit e.’ ry to lead my m o t platoon well.’ thing

email: office@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

19

The Jungle Drums

November 2012

Gibraltar

by Sally Bengtsson

res et m lo i k e r a u q s 7 t s Loads to do in ju

Gibraltar may be in the press in Spain a lot for the ongoing struggle over who should rightfully be presiding over this small peninsula of land, but if you look past all this, the place offers an interesting day out, and a little taste of England on the southern tip of Spain.

The last colony on mainland Europe, Gibraltar is British owned and so still has Pounds Sterling as its currency. It is a curious glimpse at an old version of England, and it has the most mischievous monkeys you’re ever likely to meet.

Historically the peninsula has been inhabited since 128,000 BC, with the discovery of cave paintings proving that Gibraltar was the last known holdout of the Neanderthals. Within recorded history, the first inhabitants were the Phoenicians, around 950 BC. Subsequently, Gibraltar became known as one of the Pillars of Hercules, after the Greek legend of the creation of the Strait of Gibraltar by Heracles. The Carthaginians and Romans also established semi-permanent settlements. After the collapse of the Roman Empire, Gibraltar came briefly under the control of the Vandals. The area later formed part of the Visigothic Kingdom of Hispania until the Islamic conquest of Iberia in 711 AD. The Rock of Gibraltar is home to some Barbary Macaques, the only wild apes in Europe. Natives of Africa, no one knows how they got to Gibraltar.

They're cute but can be quite ferocious, especially if you have an ice cream or a smart car.

As you arrive in La Linea, you'll see the way to Gibraltar. Just head towards the huge rock, and there'll be a long line of cars waiting to go in so they can smuggle cigarettes and alcohol out. As you walk through passport control (don't forget your passport, you're leaving Spain!) you have to cross what appears to be a huge parking lot. It's actually Gibraltar aiport! Once on the other side, it's about a ten-minute walk to Grand Casemates Square, Gibaltar's main square. From there, walk along Main Street through Gibraltar's main shopping area. Walk the full length of the street, through Southport Gate. There is a cable car on Red Sands Road which will take you to Apes' Den to see the monkeys.

Mischievous

Monkeys

The Rock of Gib

Grand Case mates Square

Gibraltar is an amazing place. Just 7 miles of property, and something for everyone, with most of it steeped in history. The beauty of the area can’t be denied and for that reason alone, if no other, a trip to Gibraltar should be in your plans.

The things you will want to be sure to see in Gibraltar depend of course on your interests. For those who are of a more city-oriented viewpoint, you’ll want to pay a call on the diverse methods of entertainment that the area offers, along with some of the vast array of clubs and night-life type entertainment, while still not missing the many tax free shopping opportunities that Gibraltar has to offer you.

PAGE

20

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

raltar

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

Those who visit Gibraltar with a view toward history will also have a plethora of sites that they will want to visit, each offering you a glimpse of the fascinating past of Gibraltar from one century to the next. Gibraltar has been settled and has had times of conflict for more years than many countries have even existed.

Take advantage of the kindness and information that the locals are all too willing to share with you while you’re visiting Gibraltar. The extra bits of trivia and knowledge will give you that much more enjoyment of Gibraltar. The tax free shopping in Gibraltar of course deserves to be mentioned. The cost is great with the duty free status that Gibraltar enjoys.

t Gibraltar’s Airpor

When seen from a historical viewpoint, Gibraltar is unlike any other area on earth. So many different countries have claimed Gibraltar, each leaving an indelible mark on the area, as well as remnants of their own occupation of Gibraltar.

As small as the area of Gibraltar is, it would literally take you a week to see all that you can possibly see of Gibraltar, so you’re quite likely going to have to pick and choose among what interests you the most if your time there is limited. Among the things you’re absolutely going to have to view are the remarkable attestations to Gibraltar’s long history and tenacity, which include the castle ruins, the walls and gates of this incredible area.

Gibraltar is known as a well-regulated financial centre and therefore a natural choice for a gaming jurisdiction. Whether we are talking about casinos online, online poker or betting, Gibraltar is a popular gaming jurisdiction for most and large gaming companies like 888 Holdings, Bwin and Stan James are located there. Popular free betting tips suggest that the number of gaming companies moving to Gibraltar will increase in the coming years, which in return should provide a nice boost in revenue for The Rock in form of gaming taxes obtained.

10 is Gibraltar National Day - expect to see lots of British flags being waved, if only to antagonise the Spanish.

Your visit to Gibraltar will be one that you’re going to enjoy and remember as a compact area that offers a vast palette of things to see and do.

email: office@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

21

The Jungle Drums

November 2012

New Movie Reviews

The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2 Description After the birth of Renesmee, the Cullens gather other vampire clans in order to protect the child from a false allegation that puts the family in front of the Volturi.

Adventure / Drama / Fantasy Release date: 16th November 2012 Critics Reviews The astonishing conclusion to the series, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn, Part 2, illuminates the secrets and mysteries of this spellbinding romantic epic that has entranced millions.

The Washington Post: "Twilight Saga" hasn't matured along with its heroine. In fact, the latest movie regresses a bit, delivering more filler, less feeling and crummier CGI than "Eclipse."

Jungle Drums Rating:

Skyfall

Description Bond's loyalty to M is tested as her past comes back to haunt her. As MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost.

Action / Adventure /Thriller Release date: Out Now! Critics Reviews Total Film Neil Smith: “The Daniel Craig era comes of age with a ballsy Bond that takes brave chances and bold risks. Guess what?

Turns out you can teach an old dog new tricks.”

Empire Kim Newman: “Skyfall is pretty much all you could want from a 21st Century Bond: cool but not camp, respectful of tradition but up to the moment, serious in its thrills and relatively complex in its characters but with the sense of fun that hasn't always been evident lately.”

Jungle Drums Rating:

Paranormal Activity 4 Description

Horror Release date: Out Now! Critics Reviews

It has been five years since the disappearance of Katie and Entertainment Weekly: “PA4 develops the Hunter, and a suburban family witness strange events in their story ever so slightly and delivers a few good neighborhood when a woman and a mysterious child move in. scares, it plays like a overlong prologue for the already-in-the-works PA5. Here's hoping this is just the tension-racking lull before the next big scream.”

The New York Times: “Paranormal Activity 4 will please the fans, and that should sustain this low-budget, highly profitable franchise.”

Jungle Drums Rating:

Movieline: “The film is heavily reliant on jump scares, but its best moments are the ones before them, when the tension builds without the benefit of escalating music to queue you in to the approaching shock.”

PAGE

22

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

The Jungle Drums

November 2012

Book Reviews 1356 (The Grail Quest: 4) A fascinating hero and the pursuit of a sword with mythical power - this is the remarkable new novel by Britain's master storyteller, which culminates at the Battle of Poitiers in 1356. The Hundred Years War rages on and the bloodiest battles are yet to be fought.

Across France, towns are closing their gates, the crops are burning and the country stands alert to danger.

Cheryl: My Story

GoodRead Readers Reviews

by Bernard Cornwell

The English army, victorious at the Battle of Crecy and led by the Black Prince, is invading again and the French are hunting them down.

Thomas of Hookton, an English archer, is under orders to seek out the lost sword of St Peter, a weapon said to grant certain victory to whoever possesses her.

by Cheryl Cole

For the first time Cheryl tells her full story, her way. Revealing the truth behind the headlines, this is the only official autobiography, giving the fans the true story they've been waiting for. Includes exclusive, personal photos. The nation's sweetheart, Cheryl has achieved unrivalled success with Girls Aloud, as a solo artist, a judge on the X Factor, a fashion icon and as

the face of L'Oreal. However, the path to fame is rarely easy and for Cheryl it has been a colourful journey. From happy but humble beginnings growing up on a tough Newcastle estate, Cheryl saw firsthand the damage that drugs and alcohol can do. But this feisty Geordie never gave up on her dreams of being on stage.

One Hundred Names Journalist Kitty Logan's career is being destroyed by scandal - and now she faces losing the woman who guided and taught her everything she knew. At her terminally ill friend's bedside, Kitty asks what is the one story she always wanted to write? The answer lies in a file buried in Constance's office: a list of one hundred

by Cecelia Ahern names. There is no synopsis, nothing to explain what the story is or who these people are. The list is simply a mystery. But before Kitty can talk to her friend, it is too late. With everything to prove, Kitty is assigned the most important task of her life: to write the story her mentor never had the opportunity to.

A Blink of the Screen In the four decades since his first book appeared in print, Terry Pratchett has become one of the world's best-selling and best-loved authors.

Here for the first time are his short stories and other short form fiction collected into one volume. A "Blink of the Screen" charts the course of Pratchett's long writing career: from

by Terry Pratchett

his school days through to his first writing job on the Bucks Free Press, and the origins of his debut novel, "The Carpet People"; and on again to the dizzy mastery of the phenomenally successful Discworld series.

There are characters both familiar and some yet to be discovered.

“I would suggest this book to anyone who is a historical-fiction fan or to anyone who has read any of Cornwell’s other novels. I would say that if you are a Cornwell fan and you haven’t read his Grail Quest series, then go back to the first book Harlequin and start from there.”

“Cornwell at his best. All the ingredients of a great Cornwell historical novel are there.”

GoodRead Readers Reviews “If there is anyone out there who 'thinks' they dislike Cheryl, they should read this book. What a strong, levelheaded, inspirational woman. I was slightly nervous to read this book in case I had misread Cheryl's celebrity personality.”

“For those of you rounded enough to have an open mind and for the down right fans. This book is awesome the girl can seriously write.”

GoodRead Readers Reviews “Cecelia Ahern does it again. I have been a big fan of this author since I read her first book years ago.”

“I read this book blind, as in I didn't know who wrote it, or even what it was called, but after the third sentence I knew I was hooked. I had even laughed and cried, it was amazing.”

GoodRead Readers Reviews “An excellent collection of short stories and other pieces. I really enjoyed the Discworld ones the most but there are some strong ones that do not relate to that universe. Not sure this will appeal to none Pratchett fans.”

“A real insight into how Sir Terry gets his ideas.”

email: office@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

23

The Jungle Drums

November 2012

Top 10

RichestIn TWome he World

There are 21 women billionaires in the world and they have a combined total net worth of $248.6 billion. Last year had 20 women billionaires in the world with combined fortune of $232 billion. Whilethe majority of their wealth was inherited just one woman in the top 21 has a self-made fortun.

Many of the women are putting their money to good use in philanthropy.

Savitri Jindal, Aged: 62, Worth: $10.9 bn - €8.4 bn She became the chairperson of O.P. Jindal Group (a steel and power conglomerate) after her husband, Om Prakash Jindal, died in a helicopter crash in 2005. Om Prakash Jindal founded the company in 1952. Savitri Jindal and her four sons Prithviraj, Sajjan, Ratan and Naveen runs the businesses.

Anne Cox Chambers, Aged: 92, Worth: $12.5 bn - €9.6 bn The daughter of Cox Enterprises founder James M. Cox (d. 1957), who finished high school at 17 and worked as a schoolteacher and newspaper reporter before shelling out $26,000 for the Dayton Evening News in 1898.

Susanne Klatten, Aged: 49, Worth: $13 bn - €10 bn Susanne Klatten is the daughter of Herbert Quandt, she inherited stake in automaker BMW from late father Herbert Quandt, who rescued it from bankruptcy in the early 1960s. Additionally, she is a trained economist with an M.B.A., Klatten also inherited a 50% stake in chemical manufacturer Altana and has since increased her control of the company to 100% and delisted the company.

Jacqueline Mars, Aged: 72, Worth: $13.8 bn - €10.6 bn The granddaughter of Frank C. Mars, founders of the American candy company Mars, Incorporated. The company’s products are chocolate (Snickers, M&Ms) and pet food (Pedigree). The family has since created the world’s largest confectionery company by acquiring gum maker Wrigley in 2008 for $23 billion (€17.7 billion).

PAGE

24

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

Birgit Rausing, Aged: 88, Worth: $14 bn - €10.8 bn

en

The widow of Gad Rausing, after death of her husband in 2000, she inherited the packaging giant Tetra Laval along with her three children. In 1944 her father-in-law founded the company, which revolutionized the packaging of liquids such as juices and milk.

Iris Fontbona, Aged: 69, Worth: $17.8 bn - €13.7 bn

The second wife, and now widow, of billionaire Andronico Luksic, who died of cancer in 2005. The family controls Antofagasta, one of the world’s largest copper miners. As of 2012, Iris Fontbona and her family have a net worth of $17.8 billion.

Georgina Rinehart, Aged: 58, Worth: $18 bn - €13.9 bn The heiress of Hancock Prospecting and the daughter of the late mining magnate Lang Hancock. She is the richest person in Australia and the richest woman in Asia.

Alice Walton, Aged: 62, Worth: $23.3 bn - €18 bn The daughter of Wal-Mart co-founder, her father, Sam Walton (d.

1922), a former clerk, founded original Bentonville store with his brother James. Today Wal-Mart has sales of $405 billion, employs more than 2.1 million people.

Liliane Bettencourt, Aged: 89, Worth: $24 bn - €18.5 bn France’s richest woman and the only child of Eugene Schueller, her late father founded L’Oreal one of the world’s largest cosmetics and beauty companies.

Christy Walton, Aged: 57, Worth: $25.3 billion - €19.5 billion The widow of John Walton, she inherited his fortune of $15.7 billion after he died in an airplane accident in 2005.

Regaining her 2010, 2011 title as world’s richest woman, she got an extra bump in her fortune because of her late husband’s early investment in First Solar; shares up nearly 500% since 2006 initial public offering.

email: office@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

25

The Jungle Drums

November 2012

Renault Clio Taking all its different generations into account, Renault Clio stands out as one of Renault's best-selling cars, as well as a market benchmark that has generated total sales of almost 12 million cars since 1990.

Today, Renault has capitalised on the model's hallmark strengths and everyday versatility to deliver New Clio which seeks to win over customers thanks to its attractive blend of emotion and solid core strengths.

C C T OSTA A

AR

RADE ER RADER

Magazine Auto Mag gazi zine

Month Every FREE Ev very Mo nt th

C OS OSTA RADER TA C AR T RADER RADER C OST A C AR T RADE R OSTA OSTA RADER A C AR T RADE R C OST Costa Blanca South th - Edition 57 August 2012

Auto A uto M Magazine agazine

E 30F0OR SAL

FRAETEISS

GR

GR

TTYRE YRE R EPAIRS AND AND SALES SALES REPAIRS Air -Con Air-Con R egassing 966 721 917 Regassing 40â‚Ź 652 239 970

C ARS - V ANS - LLORRIES ORRIES - M OTORBIKES - Q UA D S CARS VANS MOTORBIKES QUADS

REPAIRS AND TTYRE YRE R EPAIRS A ND SSALES ALES 966 721 917 652 239 970 FM M

T orrevieja Torrevieja

Los Montesinos

www w.. n e u m a t i c o s m a n o l o r u i z e h i j o s . c o m

Repsol Re p psol

REPAIRS AND TTYRE YRE R EPAIRS A ND SSALES ALES Air-Con Air -Con 9 721 917 966 Regassing R egassing e 40â‚Ź 652 6 239 970

CARS VANS MOTORBIKES QUADS C ARS - VA V ANS - LLORRIES ORRIES - M OTORBIKES - Q UA D S

CARS VANS MOTORBIKES QUADS C ARS - VA V ANS - LLORRIES ORRIES - M OTORBIKES - Q UA D S

FM M

Torrevieja T orreviej ieja

FRAETEISS

FRAETEISS

GR

S

CAR

Repsol Re p psol

Detroit Autosport International - De troit Motor Show w - F1 News Valentine Jaguar Heritage Museum - V alentine Gifts fts - SBK

FM M

I

FEATURES FEA TURES THIS MONTH TH

FEATURES FEA F TURES THIS MONTH

Torrevieja Calendar F1 T orrevieja vieja - 2012 Calen dar - Range Rover Evoque Tokyo Race of Champions mpions - T okyo Motor Show - Ducati 11199 199 Panigale

T orrevieja Torrevieja

DE NSI

Auto Magazine A uto M agaz g zine

Auto Magazine A uto M agazine

FEATURES FEATURES THIS MONTH

Goodwood Festival of Speed - McLaren Spider - Overfinch Ben Edwards - T op T en Britsh Cars - BMW Art Cars Top Ten

Costa Blanca South th - Edition 51 February 2012

Costa Blanca South th - Edition 50 January 2012

Los Montesinos

Repsol Re p psol

Los Montesinos

w.. n e u m a t i c o s m a n o l o r u i z e h i j o s . c o m www

w.. n e u m a t i c o s m a n o l o r u i z e h i j o s . c o m www

P acked w ith U sed C ar D ealers & A uto S ervices Packed with Used Car Dealers Auto Services Motorsport News Latest Mot orsport N nez

OVER

a r t+ Ă­# # % ) sM % r e e l $ l ! a ,

T &(( (*

30O0R SALE

at Se 08 a 20 Alte i TD 1.9 V 5C 10 el Dies ms 0k ,00 â‚Ź 38 00

12 pl

,9 18

s ocu rd F

Fo IT 2011 D SEE New OME AN W

0â‚Ź 9,90

C

NO

UR S

IN O

HO

OM WRO

' Ca ree e 'F nsiv xpe E t os A M

225 720 .es 965 artinez Tel: talleresjm artinez.es

e had ce nce ssic 00 cha r c cla clas 0 000 B th GB iin 10, an MG anothe A one hed us 1969 v ery onver con in theh ne co 600 bequet jjoi a-pho he situa del to joinT ega ega elep Tele Veg the c car Club la y V he d th the ed er er.. h th th me firm 6 The hue e funds nfir oadst s con roa ar up withe ca car n 200 s de Ori rrais T ais In AT m t . Th The nd SEA os to w me we sation and b ber an and e a ided ClĂĄsicodec re 1972 w vem state rk N Nov a de ing we we rtt tion T in No aja aj g a ber sw Baj ling ers sorry A AT l off wo par fflin EA

www. alleresjm rd@t iciofo serv

affl m mb SEA in a dea our liv y rraffAs me e Land by s live good l y as pla wa w E.. d a go s we tty r ort, as 00E y 600 d to ITV. ed b cte r uires the t fende ec ect 0 Sp ets but majori g req xpe exp ass l ttick for the of DC10 the De leavinre to pas for d sel nd and as ro the were l d we w kept E lan and canv windwe lt n Eng in With have earr y yea d felt ay day r early wn off the next da husbant. and en Rove of the fold do d aero My e he att the w Bri d. s ow ed. ve be e use a fell tick spirit ls with all rounwindow xcus exc t ketsmptly ts ha uniqu for y en ep r. ry e de pro er orr sev all An sor be sid mo that conc and then ht ght Severa oug ens. t down tallic Amnext and bou m. m new to have ort front re d an om scre ived dom cu eiv nd ut the rec me ua and out The ece ran re the en, l, sh e sq ot abo err we in, loped w n! got rg ed in show d wo org scre for l had terra deve Rover fees with th position ths late finish nth ts g we ing mon at it yin sa say and concep their all il s hang driving ance. If ail Land ly ma ed th e . em ally Ral over irstt R Both tion of vehicles r... nfirm r to th ly clear r you’ll sly its firs rear e, high ous iou ra s co ts anxio ound ne k it on r ha successo concep gene ar round ea Tracto s the gth, n too only to as stanc s of gr der ow h Rove e the a stren and W We lot two ct of ng sun fen acete setting all ye ur Chels ed withe ba sed Land as and out nch ese expe rea th the o Alb the e a De to sh th yo ab lau ld de dec t e d pu h e ou Once nex O tch No xtt ar an atc will hom wa you’r it's all wer to o.. to h der the the is gu we sh 15. amo miles ed dyn s th llaced w nge as a Defen to what know and po fail fa n wa ota as rep aki as k ng for 20 a fai wa DC ra all. hes y to totally ow mo m am point w look a ad agilit the new undert ha un em yna stretc had dyn ed to ed ant a ne h ne ve th der and very ll, returnT which as mport ha imp the s ó as óm fen pu Tóm to w wa y Tó s in by b d t rior This l, 8 nte inte al, nt De60 year nt fall bal b a ion antee ed.. e ci cat cifi Critób r e. w ottted ce curre rot an p nall speoff C/ Sany fairr pric ina d The more th ged, a re for a ne rn ed rigi hed ry orig ado che ery ach v ver ea ado rea dr dra d re s-uad for a Cua Clas back has chan the need th mode hC a had w witth huela so far hi t this wi se Orihu le ll . es d h t Tho bill th tha litt he os. fibre w ll t w sugg with The mixe full we ect t 0 jec 00 Eur ow 000 00 sales re 4x4 of carbon 3,0 proje k w g p e bes the a s kno co oin t th c car sic ongoi o ot be no not hard d loads t getwill w ng to last is an fettlling and tec an

TO

5,,9

26

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

ORT 0 SP

DC10

future u the ool?. ld yo sch we so too old Have you or are

w

sho furt

nk BOOK CEEEB Fra FAC ON FA 011 W US OLLO e2

0 DC10

the has s car ca much the c at parks car pa ca h t tha s. t al uro tot ut of ed h off d in out th ed dth Eu Eurros.? ppe the rised ri br dt bre pris 00 stop 000 urp carr? sur ng a d ys st ing ay a ays tting d 6,0 th ntin th and unt oun ache cco cc re alwthe llength h the th acc are st reaparrtt wit ile to peo d we a ost ng ling lli lmo elli s sm alm vel av e it and w ttra g gs a see se s tr lll we es ill re ure br brin Wil Aut h y hey the RADER r,, it wh en th e er, hen AR T advent ever ir a Nev eir C OSTA C es the z e s fac s with tth Magazin es Auto ple us RADER T le AR ale C g ega reg C OSTA

ER IS

9

R TRAD STA CA C T

THE CO

Costa

C OSTA C

AR

Costa

Blanca

South

- Edition

T RADERAuto

38 January

Tuning Last Of Sprint - The AutoRetro

C OSTA

2011

z e Magazin

MONTH 4 THIS Cajun - RenaultCars - Dream - Porsche FEATURES Show the Veyrons

AR

Blanca

RADER

South

- Edition

Auto

39 February

GAZIN

LY MA

THE ON

Costa

Blanca

South

- Edition

40 March

E DED Costa

Number

E

FRE

IS

GRAT

IS

GRAT

GRAT

SALES AND - QUADS 970 239 - MOTORBIKES REPAIRS - 652 - LORRIES TYRE - VANS 721 917 CARS SALES w w w.

Los

Montesinos

So

MONT THISYears of Fo- 100 Show FEATURES Cartagena Motor Testing Geneva - BSB Diavel Ducati

M600 MONTH - Noble Bike THIS Preview Mission R - Geneva - F1 FEATURES Plates Series

TimeAttack Expensive Most

E

FRE

IS

Repsol

Blanca

2011

2011

z e Magazin

MONTH

THIS- Suzuki GSX-R750 Rally Show - Monte Carlo FEATURES FF - Autosport ’ Rides - Reader’s Ferrari Soon Coming

E

FRE

Torrevieja

CK BA

2

PAGE

rd Fo 09 ax 20 C-M ium Ci Titan TD 2.0 6CV 13 atic tom ms Au 0k ,00 â‚Ź 22 00

rd Fo 06 o 20 de Mon ium Titan Ci TD V 2.0 0C 13 or 5 Do

FM

11,9

p pe T Cou terred TT di T Aud egis Re nish D Stereo viced pan Spa Ser eC se Bos Fu F lly tion 3 1 v 20 l Condi 6 ov No â‚Ź fu f 5 ITV utiifu eau 950 23 4 Bea

1 966

on res ts u t a Fe cep with to Con d e s k Pac sic Car S TITLE a l C s DEFEND IT aces

C-Max New

Torrevieja

d sifie Clas Colour In

' ") & ' &( # ") & % &( ( / 0 ' ''(&,

& ( % 0

%)+ + ( %* 0 +(

0

: OFFER

() )

&( ( - # */ ) 0 % + * 0 . ( ( % 0 %)+ 0

Torrevieja

F CARS H MONTH EAC Ads

T WE WHA

mat neu

icos

man

olor

uize

hijo

s.co

m

Repsol

Los

Monte

966

w w w.

mat neu

icos

man

olor

uize

hijo

s.co

m

TYRE - VA CARS Repsol

Los Montesinos

96

oru cosmano www.neumat

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

The hatchback version of New Clio will go on sale near the end of 2012, while Clio Estate and Clio RS are scheduled to follow in the first quarter of 2013.

New Clio is instantly recognisable thanks to its front-end styling which features a prominent Renault logo, set bold and upright against a gloss black background, a signature first seen on the DeZir concept car.

This frontal treatment is made more distinctive still by the headlights units, which include chrome details, and LED daytime running lights.

Both inside and outside, New Clio was designed from the very beginning to take personalisation to a new level, from the steering wheel to the side protection mouldings. there are countless combinations and buyers will be able to select a specific character for their New Clio based around one of the three decor themes: 'trendy', 'sport' or 'elegant'. there is something for every budget, while personalisation features are fitted at the factory.

Three new engine choices available: New energy TCe 90 petrol engine Turbocharged Energy TCe 90 engine. This engine is the first threecylinder engine to be produced by Renault and combines driving enjoyment with remarkable fuel efficiency.

New energy dCi 90 diesel engine The Energy family of engines has been extended with the introduction of a new 90horsepower version of the 1.5 dCi which is equipped with Stop&Start A new TCe 120 engine mated to six-speed EDC dual clutch automatic transmission A first for Renault in the b segment: New Renault Clio will be available with the new, particularly responsive TCe 120 engine mated to a sixspeed EDC (Efficient Dual Clutch) gearbox:

email: oďŹƒce@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

27

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

BlueMoon Solutions is the computer and IT services company on the Costa Blanca. We aim to provide high quality computer services at realistic prices - we specialise in providing services to small businesses and home users

For all your home and business computer needs Welcome to this month’s computer article written by Richard from BlueMoon Solutions

When to update and when not to update, that is the question.

It’s something I’m being asked time and time again and it’s a difficult one to be honest. I hope this month we can shed some light on when you should say “yes” when your computer asks you to update something and when you should be wary.

Patch Tuesday…

Microsoft tries to release its new updates on the second Tuesday of each month. It is generally referred to as ‘patch Tuesday’, so you can expect your computer to prompt you to install updates around this time. Sometimes there is an extraordinary ‘patch Tuesday’ 14 days after the normal event. Operating system patches are created to plug holes in the programming code that runs your computer, most of them are written for specific purposes and it’s always a good idea to install these patches and updates as they are one of the best ways to keep your computer both up to date and safe from problems. One of the best ways to check if there are any updates available for your computer is…

Windows XP Users – Launch your web browser and navigate to http://windowsupdate.microsoft.com and from here you will be able to check whether your computer is up to date.

Windows Vista/Windows 7 Users – Click the Start button and type Windows Update, you will then see a link to click on to launch Windows Update. From there you can check for updates and install them if necessary Note: if you have had the language of your operating system changed (as seems to be an unnervingly regular occurrence here in Spain) then you may well have trouble running windows update as one of the ways in

Contact Us

which Windows is ‘hacked’ to allow the language to be changed affects the use of Windows Update – this in turn of course affects your ability to protect your operating system from malware and virues.

AntiVirus / AntiMalware All antivirus programs have two important dates or versions. The first is the version of the program itself (i.e. AVG 2013) and the second is the version of what are referred to as the “definitions”. These are the lists of viruses, malware and general baddies that the antivirus program is able to locate and destroy. You should always try to be on the latest version of both – the virus definitions are usually automatically updated when you turn on your computer, however the antivirus program is usually not, sometimes it will nag you to remind you that there is a new version and sometimes it does not – AVG have a habit of (if you are already on the free version) offering you an “upgrade” to the new version but only offering the “paid for” version, not the free version. Many people mistakenly take this option and find that they are then asked for their credit card in 30 days. There is always a way to move from the old free version to the new free version, ask your computer guy if you are not sure.

Coffee Anyone?

Java is American slang for coffee, but it also happens to be a programming language that many of us use on many web pages without even knowing it and it’s certainly essential if you want to use a website that relies on this language. From time to time Java needs to be updated and when this happens you will see a nag either on the screen or at the bottom right of the screen down near the clock.

•Internet Setup •New PC & Laptop Sales mobile: 655 044 970 •Office Training / Macros Office: 902 906 200 office@bluemoonsolutions.es •Backup Solutions www.bluemoonsolutions.es •Web and Email Hosting •Server Configuration •Anti - Virus / Security PAGE

28

It’s fine to update Java for the same reasons as it’s fine to update Windows; newer versions of Java protect you from more security holes.

Manufacturer Updates Many computers come with manufacturer specific software (for example HP Update) that helps to keep the drivers and other hardware related software up to date. Although most of these updates are not security related, it’s usually a good idea to apply them you should become familiar with the software specific to your computer and use it to update as and when necessary.

Recovery DVD’s are Important In the olden days, when you bought a new computer you were also presented with some CDs or DVDs that you were told were very important and that hopefully you would never need to use, but that you should keep them in a safe place in case of an emergency. These CDs were the recovery CDs and would be used in the event of a catastrophic failure of your computers operating system and they were important, because without them, you would not be able to restore your computer to its former glory. Nowadays computer manufacturers don’t issue DVDs when they sell you a computer but you are given the option to make them yourself – and here’s the problem; when people are given the option to create scary, important computer related disks, THEY DON’T! So, please if you don’t have any DVDs with your computer, it’s almost certain that you have not yet created your recovery DVDs, so please find out how to do it and then actually create them. If you are at all unsure then just drop me a line at the usual address and I will be happy to help.

•Digital Photos •Repairs & Upgrades •Internet & Email Training •Phone Calls on your PC •Website Design •Internet / Wireless Setup •Low Cost printer inks

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

email: oďŹƒce@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

29

The Jungle Drums

November 2012

You’ve got I went for a run but came back after 2 minutes because I forgot something. I forgot I'm out of shape and can't run for more than 2 minutes.

Once upon a time there were two muffins in the microwave. Suddenly, on of the muffins says: "Man it's hot in here!!!!"

The other muffin exclaims,

Little Timmy was in the garden filling in a hole when his neighbor peered over the fence. Interested in what the cheekyfaced youngster was up to, he politely asked, "What are you up to there, Tim?" "My goldfish died," replied Timmy tearfully, "and I've just buried him."

The neighbor was concerned. "That's an awfully big hole for a goldfish, isn't it?"

Little Timmy patted down the last heap of earth then replied, "That's because he's inside your cat!"

"Look a talking muffin!!!!"

The Perfect Son. A: I have the perfect son.

B: Does he smoke?

A: No, he doesn't.

B: Does he drink whiskey?

A: No, he doesn't.

B: Does he ever come home late?

A: No, he doesn't.

B: I guess you really do have the perfect son. How old is he?

A: He will be six months old next Wednesday.

YOU KNOW YOUR GETTING OLD WHEN...

- You and your teeth don't sleep together.

- Your try to straighten out the wrinkles in your socks and discover you aren't wearing any.

- At the breakfast table you hear snap, crackle, pop and you're not eating cereal.

- Your back goes out, but you stay home.

- You wake up looking like your driver's license picture.

- It takes two tries to get up from the couch.

- Happy hour is a nap.

- You're on vacation, and your energy runs out before your money does.

- You say something to your kids that your mother said to you, and you always hated it.

- You look for your glasses for half an hour, and they were on your head the whole time.

- You sink your teeth into a steak - and they stay there.

- All you want for your birthday is to not be reminded of your age.

- Your idea of weight lifting is standing up.

- It takes longer to rest than it did to get tired.

- Your memory is shorter and your complaining lasts longer.

- Your address book has mostly names that start with Dr. - The pharmacist has become your new best friend.

- Getting "lucky" means you found your car in the parking lot.

- It takes twice as long - to look half as good.

- Everything hurts, and what doesn't hurt - doesn't work.

- You give up all your bad habits and still don't feel good.

- You have more patience, but it is actually that you just don't care anymore.

MARRIAGE...

I married my wife for her looks... but not the ones she's been giving me lately!

I love being married.

It's so great to find that one special person you want to annoy for the rest of your life.

PAGE

30

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

to be joking Two boys were arguing when the teacher entered the room.

The teacher says, "Why are you arguing?"

One boy answers, "We found a ten dollor bill and decided to give it to whoever tells the biggest lie."

"You should be ashamed of yourselves," said the teacher, "When I was your age I didn't even know what a lie was."

The boys gave the ten dollars to the teacher.

A snail walks into a bar and the barman tells him there's a strict policy about having snails in the bar and so kicks him out. A year later the same snail re-enters the bar and asks the barman "What did you do that for?"

A guy stood over his tee shot for what seemed an eternity; looking up, looking down, measuring the distance, figuring the wind direction and speed.

Driving his partner nuts. Finally his exasperated partner says, "What's taking so long? Hit the blasted ball!"

The guy answers, "My wife is up there watching me from the clubhouse. I want to make this a perfect shot."

"Forget it, man! You don't stand a chance of hitting her from here!"

HELPDESK TROUBLES This is a true story from the WordPerfect helpline. Needless to say the helpdesk employee was fired; however, he/she is currently suing the WordPerfect organization for "Termination without Cause".

Actual dialogue of a former Wordperfect Customer Support employee: "Ridge Hall computer assistant; may I help you?"

Client: "Yes, well, I'm having trouble with WordPerfect."

it won't accept anything I type."

Tech: "Does your monitor have a power indicator?"

Client: "What's a monitor?"

Tech: "Even if you maybe put your knee on something and lean way over?"

Client: "Oh, it's not because I don't have the right angle - it's because it's dark."

Tech: "It's the thing with the screen on it that looks like a TV. Does it have a little light that tells you when it's on?"

Client: "I don't know."

Tech: "Dark?"

Client: "Yes...the office light is off, and the only light I have is coming in from the window."

Tech: "What sort of trouble?"

Client: "Well, I was just typing along, and all of a sudden the words went away."

Tech: "Well, then look on the back of the monitor and find where the power cord goes into it. Can you see that?"

Client: "Yes, I think so."

Tech: "Well, turn on the office light then."

Client: "I can't."

Tech: "Went away?"

Client: "They disappeared."

Tech: "Great. Follow the cord to the plug, and tell me if it's plugged into the wall."

Client: ".......Yes, it is."

Tech: "Hmm. So what does your screen look like now?"

Client: "Nothing."

Tech: "Nothing?"

Client: "It's blank; it won't accept anything when I type."

Tech: "When you were behind the monitor, did you notice that there were two cables plugged into the back of it, not just one?"

Client: "No."

Tech: "Are you still in WordPerfect, or did you get out?"

Client: "How do I tell?"

Tech: "Well, there are. I need you to look back there again and find the other cable."

Client: "....... Okay, here it is."

Tech: "Can you see the C: prompt on the screen?"

Client:"What's a sea-prompt?"

Tech: "Follow it for me, and tell me if it's plugged securely into the back of your Computer."

Client: "I can't reach."

Tech: "Never mind. Can you move the cursor around on the screen?"

Client: "There isn't any cursor: I told you,

Tech: "Uh huh. Well, can you see if it is?"

Client: "No."

Tech: "No? Why not?"

Client: "Because there's a power outage."

Tech: "A power... A power outage? Aha, Okay, we've got it licked now. Do you still have the boxes and manuals and packing stuff your computer came in?"

Client: "Well, yes, I keep them in the closet."

Tech: "Good. Go get them, and unplug your system and pack it up just like it was when you got it. Then take it back to the store you bought it from."

Client: "Really? Is it that bad?"

Tech: "Yes, I'm afraid it is."

Client: "Well, all right then, I suppose.

What do I tell them?"

Tech: "Tell them you're too @#*?! stupid to own a computer!"

email: oďŹƒce@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

31

The Jungle Drums

November 2012

Monthly Caption Competition Sponsored by

Can you think of a witty caption to go with this picture?

For a chance to win a “10€ voucher to be spent on cards and gifts” in News Express, send your ideas to office@thejungledrums.es or call 966 923 796

Last month’s winner:

Paul Williams from Santa Pola

“After EWE!”

PAGE

32

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

1

email: oďŹƒce@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

solution on page 38

We have hidden 10 things we found in the Jungle Drums office months wordsearch. Can you find them all? scissors, phone, pen, pencil, glue, paper, ruler, highligher, phone, folder

November 2012

Wordsearch and Sudukos

The Jungle Drums

2

33

The Jungle Drums

November 2012

Thinking caps on for this one! Answers in next month’s edition.

Across

manager of the Beatles from 1961 to 1967? (7)

7. Oslo is the capital of which Scandinavian country? (6)

24. What name is given to a sound that is directed through

8. In business, what name is given to the ‘excess of revenues

two or more speakers so that it seems to surround the lis-

over outlays in a given period of time’? (6)

tener? (6)

10. What is the name of the principal chapel of the Vatican,

25. According to Shakespeare, Valentine and Proteus were

built for Pope Sixtus V? (7)

from which Italian city? (6)

11. Which fine-grained sedimentary rock consists of layers of

Down

clay mineral particles? (5)

1. Which adjective means ‘of or relating to knowledge, espe-

12. Fe is the chemical symbol for which metal? (4)

cially esoteric mystical knowledge’? (7)

13. What name is given to the leather strip that forms the flex-

2. Which city in NW England was the site of the first English

ible part of a whip? (5)

cotton mills? (7)

17/18. Which town in Kansas is the home of the infamous

3. In Charles Dickens’ Oliver Twist, what is the name of the

Boot Hill Cemetery? (5,4)

villain who trains boys as pickpockets? (5)

22. Which toxic gas is formed from oxygen by electrical dis-

4. Which Hindu god is the eighth and most important avatar of

charges or ultraviolet light? (5)

Vishnu, incarnated as a handsome young man playing a

23. What was the surname music entrepreneur who was the

flute? (7) 5. What name is usually given to the entrails and internal organs of an animal used as food? (5) 6. Which semi-aquatic fish-eating mammal of the weasel family, has an elongated body, dense fur, and webbed feet? (5) 9. Who was appointed Poet Laureate in 1984? (3,6) 14. According to German legend, what was the name of the siren who lured boatmen in the Rhine to destruction? (7) 15. What was the surname of the Belgium-born creator of Inspector Maigret? (7) 16. By what name is Burma now known? (7) 19. Which American composer was known as the ‘March King’? (5) 20. What name is given to a group or gathering of witches who meet regularly? (5) 21. Basildon, Chelmsford, Colchester, and Southend-on-Sea are all situated in which English county? (5)

Solutions to last month’s crossword Across: 7 Hermes, 8/9 Bolton wanderers, 10 Swansea, 11 Serge, 12 Lair, 13 Idaho, 17 Sorry, 18 Polo, 22/25 Death Valley, 23 Rutland, 24 Empire.

Down: 1 Thistle, 2 Croatia, 3 Welsh, 4 Borscht, 5 U-turn, 6 Andes, 14 Yoghurt, 15 Coracle, 16 Dogdays, 19 Adder, 20 Zappa, 21 Stoat.

PAGE

34

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

b

Aries 21 March - 19 April

_

Taurus 20 April - 20 May

a b c

A new tradition will be born this month. By creating this tradition, you will begin to feel more at home with your family or if you’re by yourself. You are creating a bright future.

Gemini 21 May - 21 June Once in a while, you have to play hooky in life. This month, make sure to do something selfish and get away from work. No one else needs to know that you’re not really sick.

Cancer 22 June - 22 July The more you try to stay out of the spotlight, the more others will recognize you. When this happens, be humble. You will gain respect by staying grounded.

Leo 23 July - 22 August As one of the smoother months this year, Leo, November is a time for being grateful for all you have. Let others know how they have helped you in your life. Tell them thank you.

Virgo 23 August - 22 September You realize you have a project that hasn’t been addressed in some time. You rush to finish it, and you do. Others will celebrate your achievement.

d e

Libra 23 September - 23 October

f

Sagittarius 22 November - 21 December

g

Capricorn 22 December - 19 January

h

Aquarius 20 January - 18 February

i

Things at work are about to get busy, so it’s time to focus. Keep lists of the things you need to do and spend more time being productive. Sticking to a schedule will help you, Libra.

Scorpio 24 October - 21 November Your most important relationship is seeing some bumps this month. Make time for each other so you can clearly learn what can be done and what can’t be done. There are many ways this conversation can unfold.

If your schedule looks a little busy, try to make room by removing things you don’t want to do. Sometimes, you need to do less in order to be more. If you’re not excited about something, then cancel the event or stop participating.

The important project you’ve been offered at work is scary. But when you take it on, you will really shine. This is not a time to slink into the shadows. Step up and see how valuable you are.

If you’re feeling tired at work, it’s time to find a new way to accomplish your tasks. See if you can make your work more efficient, allowing you to enjoy more free time. You’ll get noticed for the changes you make.

Pisces 19 February - 20 March Reevaluate the new habits that you have put into place. Find out what might work better for you in this moment right now. If you’re not sure about a new habit, then you might want to change it.

35

email: office@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

`

One relationship this month will prove to be a disappointment to you. Though it’s not a surprise, it is something that has to happen.

By being kind, you can end things on good terms.

The Jungle Drums

November 2012

Classifieds Accountants Are you running a business? Let us simplify things for you – accountancy, taxes, payroll services and more. We cater for companies and individuals. Established in 1984 on the Costa Blanca. Call us on 966 923 963 for your first consultation free of charge.

Alarms

ADT Authorised Distributor Fully fitted Alarm systems Approved by the Guardia Civil. Masterboard key pad with remote control.

A wireless or fixed control handset. Two image movement detectors with microphones. Movement detector.

Wall alarm with the ADT logo.GPRS / GSM Transmitter sim card for transmitting video and alarm signals.

Sent to your mobile phone. All this for 149 € + iva. Installed. Then 29€ a Month.

For professional advice and quotation Call 966 923 963

health, funeral, travel, etc Excellent cover from Spain´s 5th biggest insurance company, “CASER”. Policies available in English and German. Call Professional Business Support on 966 923 963 for a quick quote from a real person/our friendly staff.

Medical

Make the most of private health care and private hospitals, we have great cover and a two tier pricing system to suit your age and pocket.

All policies in English, many English speaking doctors or free translators at your service. Call us now on 966 923 963, and we will call you back with your quote. Caser Health Care .

Personal

BEAUTIFUL, caring woman (35) gives fun, pleasurable massage and more, Private Flat Villamartin, Liddy 677 865 831

Property For Rent

Boats BOATING LICENSES ARE NOW A LEGAL REQUIREMENT IN SPAIN Serenity Sailing RYA Training Centre, Competent Crew to Yachtmaster, VHF & ICC. Own-boat tuition on sail and power. If you have a yacht or powerboat get qualified and certified. Contact Richard 0034 638 056 224 / enquiries@serenitysailing.com / www.serenitysailing. com

Church Services Pilar Christian Community Church Calle Canalejas 3. Pilar de la Horadada. Sunday Service at 11am, and Thursday at 5pm for Bible study and Prayer. Home groups meet during the week. All welcome from any church background or none. For further information contact Pilar ChristianCommunity Church@gmail.com or contact Reverend Eddie on 966 7693 00 or 650 509 606. Reg No:2009-SG/A

Insurance Try Professional Business Support for your quick quote for car insurance. Excellent prices for expats, all policies available in English or German. We will call you back with a price.

966 923 963 For all your insurance needs, ie.home, car,

Viva Villa and Vacation Services, For Short or Long Term Rentals visit: www.villaandvacation.com or Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Viva Villa and Vacation Services, For Short or Long Term Rentals visit: www.villaandvacation.com or Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 49, 2nd floor one bedroom apartment situated conveniently located in the town centre of Torrevieja, with a small sun balcony overlooking the lovely communal pool. Short or long term rental available. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref 33, Ground floor spacious 2 bedroom apartment, located in Torre la Mata. Close to all amenities and beach. 3 month rental €300pcm Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 112, Spacious 3 bedroom detached villa with its private pool is located on the El Raso urbanisation near Guardamar. Convenient for all amenities, shops, supermarket, restaurants and bars. Short or long term rental available.

Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 63, Two bedroom 1st floor apartment situated in Monino Blanco. The property overlooks a superb communal pool area, in within walking distance of bars, restaurants and shops.

Short or long term rental available. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 78, Three Bedroom Quad house in Jarden Del Mar. Close to all amenities, bars, shops, restaurants. €425pcm Call 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 155, Luxurious Three Bedroom Villa With Private Pool, in Quesada Close to shops and

restaurants within a five minute drive, and Guadamar Beach is within a ten minute drive.

Long term rental €800PCM, Short term available. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 709, A lovely 1 bedroom apartment in Aguas Nuevas, within a 5 minute walk of the beach. There is a terrace outside with views to the sea. Short or long term rental available.

Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 708, A lovely two bedroom, one bathroom corner ground floor apartment in Algorfa, with a spacious patio & Residents off road parking.

Communal pool near by. Short or long term rental available. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 117, A Lovely 3 Bedroomed 1st floor apartment on the outskirts of Torrevieja (Mar Azul). The Apartment is in walking distance of the excellent beaches and a good selection of restaurants, shops and bars. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 61, A lovely two bedroomed ground floor apartment, located in the centre of the small Spanish town of Los Montesinos, With a pleasant communal swimming pool adjacent & all amenities in walking distance. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 516, Well situated studio apartment in San Luis. The property has a balcony which has been glazed to create another room.

Close to all shops and amenities, on a local bus route & 10 minutes from the beach. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 104, 2 Bedroom apartment in Torrevieja, (near gypsy lane), small balcony, near all amenities and Friday market. €350pcm Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref 702: Beautiful 2 bedroom apartment, located near los Locos beach, beautifully furnished. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Excellent cover for your house and home, includes travel assistance for when you go away. Interesting prices for expats; policies available in English or German. Call 966 923 963 for a quote

Property for Sale Lovely Corner property in Novamar V, Gran Alacant. 2 bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Being sold fully furnished including appliances, Has secure underground parking and faces large oasis communal pool. Walking distance to beach. 139.000 Euros, Call 627 711 155 and quote Ref No. K10 Ground floor duplex, with splendid views.

Quiet location in Gran Alacant. Immaculate condition. Price has just been reduced to 105.000 and includes everything. For viewing call 627 711 155 Ref. No K27 Rare opportunity to purchase on Mediterrania III, Gran Alacant. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Private Parking, F/Furnished, Large communal pools & Tennis courts S/W facing, Dramatically reduced for quick sale to 126.000 euros. Ref No. K58 Call 627 711 155 for immediate viewing

PAGE

36

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

To advertise here please telephone 965 99 66 66 or email advertising@thejungledrums.es

Don Pueblo, Gran Alacant. 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Large Kitchen with Galleria, Secure underground parking, Gas Central Heating, Glazed in Porch, Solarium with stunning views. Viewings absolutely essential. Very large property at reduced price of 190.000 euros. Ref No. K38 Call 627 711 155 Opportunity to purchase at the off plan price of 195.000 euros. Large 4 Bed, 3 Bath Brand new property. Secure underground parking for 2 cars and communal pool. Situated opposite Gran Alacant and over looks projected golf course. Ref No. K52. 627 711 155 2 Bed, 1 Bath Ground floor duplex. Central heating, Grills, Fully furnished, Glazed in Galleria, 2 communal pools, private parking and walking distance to the Gran Alacant commercial centre. Situated in the popular urbanisation of Puerto Marino. Now only 96,500 euros for quick sale Ref No. K46. 627 711 155 Immaculate ground floor Duplex, 2 beds, 2 bath, Private Parking, Situated in Novamar, Gran Alacant. Price includes very tasteful furniture and white goods. Walking distance to all local amenities and beach. Now only 129,750 euros. Ref No K24. 627 711 155 Gran Alacant Detached villa, located in a very sought after location.Situated on a 560m2 S/W facing plot and constructed in 2005. Comprising of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 full baths), Lounge-Diner, fully equipped Kitchen, Porch and Solarium with Alicante & Sea Views. ref.L81. €258,000 neg. Tel. 680333242 Gran Alacant villa located in a very quiet area , situated at the end of a cul-de-sac means there is no through traffic.3 bed, 3 bath, 330m2 plot, established large gardens, working fireplace, solar panel for hot water,private parking, south facing great views, fully furnished, fantastic opportunity. ref. L85. €215,000 Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant Opportunity to purchase a beautiful 3 bedroomed, 3 bathroomed,large kitchen, detached property with roof- top solarium. Well established gardens and drive way for 2 cars, whilst also overlooking the projected 18 hole golf course. Comprising of fitted wardrobes, utility room, air con H/C, alarm system, electric wall heaters, intercom system, fireplace, ceilings fans, 8x7 gazebo, use of 2 large communal pools, immaculate condition with many extras. ref K12. €180,000 Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant bargain, detached villa with pool on 400m2 plot. Briefly comprising of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Lounge Diner, independent kitchen, solarium with views, well maintained gardens. Quiet location yet within walking distance of all amenities. Top quality furniture and appliances included in the price.

Extras include, mosquito nets, grills, toldos blinds, built in wardrobes, gas fire, electric heating, ceiling fans, English & Spanish TV, tastefully tiled & graveled garden with irrigation system. ref K43. €229,000 Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant Gem! Fabulous detached Villa, with Alicante sea views to the front and wood land views to the rear, means this immaculate villa is very private and un-overlooked. Com-

prising of 2 large bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, 2 bath, large fully equipped kitchen,glazed porch sitting area, solarium, Attractive Pool with cover, well maintained Gardens. Central Heating, Air Con, Ceiling fans, Private Parking, Alarm system, Decorative working Fire Place complete with electric Fire.

Outdoor work- shop/storage area, Quality Pergola & BBQ. Constructed in 2006, on plot size of 380m2 and being sold fully furnished including white goods. ref L80. €234,995 Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant immaculate villa, 3 bedroomed, 3 bathroomed property maintained to a very high standard inside and out and the interior furnishings are top quality, offering a feeling of luxury and good taste. The plot size is 400m2 and has been beautifully tiles, and graveled and has established palms and plants. Oil fired central heating throughout, log effect fire place, ceiling fans in all rooms, towel heater rails, glazed in shower units, instant hot water, water purifier, free English TV, phone & internet lines, fitted double hanging wardrobes, safe, glazed in front porch, vanity units and much more. The pool is an 8 X 4 m2 salt water pool, meaning maintenance is much easier plus outside toilet and shower. Sea views to front with Greenland views to the rear. ref K51. €245,000 Tel 680333242 Top floor Duplex. Very good price of 108.000 euros for a quick sale. Furnished to a very high standard, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, Lounge Diner, Glazed in Porch, Large Roof Top Solarium. Choice of Communal Pools, Private Parking. Walking distance to all amenities and on the First urbanisation as you enter Gran Alacant. Viewing essential. Ref No. K44.

Tel. 627 711 155 Beach front Line property, over looks Carabassi Beach, Gran Alacant. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Secure Underground Parking, Fully furnished, Roof Top Solarium. 3 Large Communal Pools, Fantastic communal Gardens, Tennis Courts and much more. 125.000 Euros Ref No. K23. Tel. 627 711 155 Gran Alacant Town House with a difference. 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Glazed in Porch, Quiet Location, Extra storage areas, and South Facing Private Pool as well as 2 communal pools. Fully Furnished, All mod cons.

Greenland Views and all local amenities close by. Ref. No L79. 179.000 euros 680 333 242 Gran Alacant south-facing, very private villa, with woodland and Alicante views. Situated at the end of a small cul-de-sac which means this villa enjoys a very peaceful location.3 Bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, 3 Bathrooms, lounge-diner with working fireplace, fully fitted kitchen with including white goods, large front porch, solarium,workshop and storage in under build, central heating, air con H/C, ceiling fans, grills, UK T.V, off road parking and plenty of outside parking also. Due to its orientation of this property enjoys full sun, all day, something very important in the winter months.

Ref.K24. €237,000 Tel 680333242 Ref: 513, €115,000. Two bedroom ground floor

apartment, in Aguas Nuevas, close to all amenities including the beach. It has a good size lounge, kitchen and has off road parking facilities. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Gran Alacant detached villa with converted under build and pool. Comprising of 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, Lounge- Diner, Front Porch, Large Solarium, decoratively tiled, Irrigated Garden. BBQ and Log Storage Cupboard. Raised walls for Privacy. Also many extras, toldos blinds, freshly decorated interior, Grills, Mosquito Nets, Air Con H/C, Ceiling Fans, Log Burner Fire, Electric Radiators, Heated Towel Rails, Alarmed, Phone Line, Satellite UK TV, private parking. Plot size 310m2 under build 100m2. price includes all furniture.The under build consists of 2 beds, lounge, kit/utility room. ref L79. €250,000 Tel. 680333242 Gran Alacant beautiful detached villa with very large pool and within walking distance to the Gran Alacant Commercial Centre. This villa comprised of 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, lounge-diner, Independent kitchen, roof top storage, solarium, porch & terrace. Large private pool, BBQ area, established gardens and private terraces, Private Parking, Solarium with Views to Alicante. 450m2 plot, fully furnished including white goods. Located in very quiet desirable road. ref.L96. €255,000 Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant large detached villa with 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge-diner, fully equipped kitchen, large porch, roof top solarium, 400 m2 Plot, with established low maintenance very private gardens with irrigation system, electronic gates, private parking, outside wc, sink & shower, terraces, air con ( h & c ), mosquito nets, grills, alarmed, large spa pool with separate Jacuzzi section. Within easy walking distance to Gran Alacant commercial centre and close to local bus and tram route. Ref K33. €260,000 neg Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant limited edition villa, not very often available on the market. Only a few of this type were ever constructed- Very large 5 bedrooms, 4 bathroom(2 en-suit) property, situated on a large corner plot with a 10 x 5 private pool and private parking. Lounge-diner with working fireplace, fully equipped kitchen with utility room. Large landing area, leading onto solarium, with extra storage external room. Front porch area leading into large well established gardens with irrigation system and fruit trees. Being sold fully furnished. Within walking distance to Gran Alacant commercial centre and 5 minute drive to Carabassi beaches. ref. K11. €270,000 Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant Limited edition bungalow. Only six of this type available in Gran Alacant. Constructed in 2003 and immaculately maintained on a large plot size of 500m2 with a 10 x 5 pool.Comprising of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge-diner leading out onto front porch, independent kitchen including white goods, outside galleria, court yard, large garage with electric door, roof top solarium and private parking. Also built in wardrobes, Toldos blinds,

email: office@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

37

The Jungle Drums

November 2012

Classifieds To advertise here please telephone 965 99 66 66 or email advertising@thejungledrums.es

air con H/C, security grills, alarm, security doors, bathrooms heaters, outside toilet, outdoor lighting, irrigation system, attractive and well kept gardens, beautifully tiled inside and out, fire place, English TV, phone line. Being sold with top quality furniture. ref L95. €275,000 Tel 680333242 Balsares is opposite Gran Alacant where the proposed golf course is now being started so this property will virtually be on the golf course, it is an investment not to be missed. The property is on a small gated urbanisation of 18 houses with private underground parking for 2 cars and direct access to the house, communal pool and toilets/changing rooms etc. The house is brand new and consists of 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, lounge with working fire place, large kitchen 12 m2, large galleria/ utility room, bedroom balcony and front tiled terrace.

This property also has a converted under build for an extra lounge or bedroom. ref K52 € 198,000 Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant, corner property in Don Pueblo with no expense spared, comprising of 3 double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, 2 decoratively tiled bathrooms, very large independent kitchen with galleria. Included in the price are all kitchen appliances such as large fridge freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave to name just a few. There is a huge lounge complete with chimney, plus large fully transformed under build,and small workshop.

Front and rear private garden area, secure underground garage, tennis courts, football pitch and communal pools. Ref. K14 €209,00 Tel 680333242 Gran Alacant, Situated on the very first urbanisation as you enter Gran Alacant, this 2nd floor duplex offers taste and quality. Comprising of 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, lounge-diner, independent kitchen, full roof-top solarium with superb views and recently glazed in porch

offering extra living area as well as extra privacy as the glass is mirrored. Ref.K44 €108,000 Tel 680333242 Viva Villa and Vacation Services are pleased to offer property sales for the Torrevieja and Oriheula areas of the Costa Blanca, Spain.

Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 or Visit : www.villaandvacation.com Ref: 521, €105,000. This comfortable bungalow is located in San Luis with a new roof and solarium tiles. It is close to supermarkets, bars, restaurants and is on the local bus route. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 520, €85,000. Two bedroom apartment in Dream Hills, with a fully equipped kitchen, large lounge, glazed-in terrace and a large solarium. This property comes with a large communal swimming pool. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 516, €39,999. Studio apartment in San Luis, close to amenities. Open plan fully equipped kitchen. Good sized lounge, bedroom and out onto balcony which has been glazed to create another room. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 510, €79,999. Bungalow located in San Luis. It is close to the supermarkets, bars and restaurants and is on the local bus route. An Opel Corsa car is included in this sale. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: KP3100, €198,000. Three bedroom, two bathroom detached villa, located in San Luis, on a 450sqm plot, with communal pool.

Garage to side of house. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 78, €120,000. Three bedroom Quad in Jardin Del Mar VII. There is off-road parking and small storage shed in the enclosed garden area, communal pool nearby. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref: 709, €60,000 A lovely 1 bedroom apartment in Aguas Nuevas, within a 5 minute walk

of the beach. There is a terrace outside with views to the sea. Short or long term rental available. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref. 526, €49,900. A lovely bright 1 bedroom apartment in the area of Torreblanca.There is a large communal pool and well maintained gardens, with tennis courts and childrens play area. Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397 Ref 532: 3 Bedroom Detached villa Located on the edge of a small spanish village with 3,800 sqm of landscaped gardents, Private Pool, Bargain €180,000 Call: 965 707 188 or 626 397 397

Solicitors

Need English Speaking Solicitors in Torrevieja? Let us help to solve your problems with debt recovery, divorce, property, accident claims, legalise land. Call us on 966 923 963, give us brief details and get in touch with your specialist solicitor.

Wig Specialist SALON MARGARETHAS, 23 years in Torrevieja Hair/Wig specialist for Medical illness and Hair Loss problems. We offer different Hair Replacements, top fillers, Hair prostheses, Toupees and Wigs, Natural and Artificial hair and much more. Also fashion/festival accessories TV/TS are welcome to our service.

Please call our salon reception for an appointment with Margaretha on Tel no 966 921 846 Torrevieja (64)

solution to Sudoko on page 33

PAGE

38

The Jungle Drums - Tel: 965 99 66 66

November 2012

The Jungle Drums

email: oďŹƒce@thejungledrums.es

PAGE

39