The Sentinella Magazine January 2016

The Sentinella Axarquia Edition No 137

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Tur ni ng Dr eams i nt o Real i t y For Sale

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Algarrobo Costa

Spacious and bright 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment, (71m² built), second line to beach and walking distance to shops, bars, supermarkets, beach, marina and the local golf course, entrance hall open-plan lounge/dining room/f/f high quality new kitchen, 2 double beds (master en-suite) and family bathroom, lovely terrace with views of the sea, pool and padel court & private parking

Sales Price: 145,000€ (NEW!)

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Caleta

2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment (75m² built), on Baviera Golf, great views, good access from motorway and close to the town centre, beautiful gardens and a communal pool.

The accommodation comprises a lounge/dining room, fully-fitted kitchen/breakfast room, 2 double bedrooms (master en-suite), family bathroom and a dining terrace

We have buyers & renters waiting for qualit y properties, particularly near the coast or near to Lake Viñuela.

If you have such a propert y, please contact us for a FREE listing and inclusion in our extensive marketing programme The BHS Group Services We are here to help with any aspect of living or holidaying in Spain, from getting your NIE Numbers & setting up bank accounts to dealing with utilit y companies, helping with telecoms & TV ser vices and more specifically we have the following departments each with exper t help: Propert y Sales | Long-term Rentals Holiday Rentals Car, Motor Bike & Bike Rentals Building & Reforms | Property Maintenance Architecture Advice & Plans Investment Guidance | Tax & Accountancy Advice & Representation Legal Advice & Representation All kinds of Insurance

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Puente don Manuel

Fabulous 3 Bed 2 Bath Villa (123m² built 409m² plot), perfect location for wonderful views & local amenities, entrance hall, lounge/dining room with wood burner fire & A/C, f/f kitchen, 2 double beds, (master en-suite), one single bed, family bathroom, study area, garage (easy to make into 4th bedroom), car port, parking, pool, covered & sunny terraces, lovely gardens, security cameras

Sales Price: 195,000€ (NEW!)

For Rent

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Benajarafe

2 Bed Village House (80m² built), located very close to the motorway network, living room, large f/f kitchen/diner, 2 double bedrooms, one family bathroom, a large front terrace for al-fresco dining with a fully-fenced garden at the back of the house

Rental Price: 350€ per month www.buyahomespain.com Enquire email: info@buyahomespain.com about Calle Pintor Cipriano Maldonado 7A, our next Edificio Salares, 29740, Torre del Mar FREE Tel: 952 547 554 or 680 210 414 Legal

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Finally I’m a mummy, after a painstaking wait which went ten days beyond my due date! For those who haven’t already heard, gorgeous Little Ty Patrick Love Tillman was born on November 25, 2015, on the day of the Full Moon. It was the perfect, sacred home birth that I’d dreamed of.

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Deposito Legal MA-1435-2005 I woke up on the morning of the 25th at 4.30am with my waters breaking. My husband quickly called the midwife while I got in the shower to help relieve the pain of the contractions. The midwife arrived within 40 minutes and revealed that I was already 9cm dilated. Three and a half hours later, after a lot of pushing in the water tub, accompanied by beautiful birth music, little baby Ty entered the world. The song I most remember hearing from our play list was When a Child is Born.

In a state of complete overwhelm, and by exhaustion from all that pushing, I was handed Ty and my heart exploded with unconditional love to have this tiny little vulnerable being in my arms. Finally, after nine months we met our baby boy for the first time! He weighed 8 pounds 12 at birth, 22 inches long, and even his head was 2 inches in circumference larger than usual so it’s no wonder that the pushing took a good few hours!

No part of this publication, including pictures may be copied, used or reproduced without our prior written consent.

The Sentinella accepts no responsibility for alterations to events listed, claims made by our advertisers or information provided by our contributors. So there!

The Sentinella is eternally dedicated to Colin Checkley, the founder and editor of The Sentinel Magazine.

May he rest in peace.

(Born; 1960 Died; 2004)

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Strange News We’re so happy to have Ty in our lives – a gift from above – full of love :) And talking about babies and new beginnings, happy New Year 2016 from all of us at The Sentinella xxx

Keidi Keating

Editor (of the original little mag)

Flag gaffe Scottish Facebook users were left baffled after they were offered the option to post a status update celebrating St Andrew's Day - featuring the flag of Romania. Facebook encourages users to update their status to show that they are celebrating national holidays and other events. But for several hours Scottish users could only mark their day with a status update featuring the red, yellow and blue Romanian flag. St Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland, Romania, Greece, Russia, Ukraine, Poland and other countries.

One user, Kevin Gilmartin, wrote on Twitter: "Oh Facebook, random Wednesday gets a camel for humpday and you can't manage a wee Saltire for St Andrew's Day?" Kathryn McBain wrote: "I think Facebook may be a little confused."

Field Art An Italian land artist has created a 24,000 square metre image of Christ in a field.

Dario Gambarin prepared the huge artwork using a tractor – and achieved different depths and colours with the help of a rotating harrow and a plough. The piece, entitled Suffering Christ, is intended to show the "difficult moment faced by humanity" – and commemorated the Catholic Church's Jubilee of Mercy event.

Countries Of The World......................Page 20 Beer v Women.....................................Page 25 Inspirational Quotes.............................Page 40 Useless Facts.....................................Page 56 Recipe................................................Page 60 Amazing Marine Life...........................Page 64 Where’s Waldo....................................Page 90 Horoscopes.........................................Page 91 Information..........................................Page 96 Jokes...................................................Page 98 Puzzle Pages.....................................Page 100 Puzzle Answers.................................Page 106

Monster Sprouts Brussels sprouts as big as golf balls hit supermarket shelves last month thanks to higher temperatures in the UK. Weighing 35g - more than twice the average and measuring up to 4cm wide, they were dubbed "monster sprouts".

Sprout farmer John Clappison, from Beverley in Yorkshire, told Sky News: "We've had lots of lovely sun this summer, plenty of rain and then we've had a nice mild autumn and the crop has grown really, really well."

Some people love sprouts, while others hate them - but Mr Clappison says their flavour has sometimes been altered to make them more appealing. He said: "The modern varieties have been bred to be a sweeter, more palatable taste for the younger generation."

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De Cotta Law Divorce By Mutal Consent Some couples separate and live apart for a number of years before thinking about divorcing and separating their assets. If you have been living in Spain for more than 6 months and are in this situation you can petition for divorce by mutual consent. You can reach agreement on property, custody and maintenance for children or simply agree a divorce with no financial measures.

Where property is owned jointly it is often best to agree what will happen in the future even if you don´t want to sell immediately or it is providing a home for your children. Failure to agree what to do with the property can cause a serious problem in the future, particularly if one party leaves Spain and is not available to sign deeds or sale documents.

Other reasons for agreeing to sign a Convenio Regulador – Consent Order – are to prevent debts of one party affecting the assets of the other and to protect future property purchases or pensions in your sole name. For nationals of many countries it is possible to make a claim on future pensions. In England for example there is legislation on Pension sharing within the framework of divorce. It is therefore very important to include, or to exclude, any pension sharing rights in the future.

For a detailed study of your particular situation or to understand the legal proceedings and what you are entitled to it is best to seek advice from specialist family lawyers. This is equally important prior to marriage if you each own assets and want advice on holding these jointly or separately in the future.

In Spain in family proceedings you cannot represent yourself in court and have to appoint a lawyer and court procurator to act for you.

While this does mean costs and fees it is less costly than having to sort out jointly owned property when you might no longer be in contact with your spouse or they may be living abroad. Where the divorce is agreed and the appropriate Convenio is drafted you can agree to share the costs and avoid the higher costs and stress of contentious proceedings.

For more information or a consultation with one of our specialist family lawyers please contact us on info@decottalaw.net or telephone 952 527014.

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Keeping Busy The Importance of an Occupation for Seniors!

As we get older we sometimes begin to doubt our ability to "make a difference" in the world.

It is at these times that our hopes are boosted by the remarkable achievements of other seniors who have found the courage to take on challenges that would make many of us wither.

Harold Schlumberg is such a person: This is quoted from Harold "I've often been asked, 'What do you do now that you're retired?'

"Well...I'm fortunate to have a chemical engineering background and one of the things I

enjoy most is converting scotch, wine, and cognac into urine. It's rewarding, uplifting, satisfying, and fulfilling. I do it every day and I really enjoy it."

Harold is an inspiration to us all.

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Asbestos - Have You Been In Contact?

ASBESTOS - MAkiNg CLAiMS FOR BREAThiNg PROBLEMS My name is Steve Woods and I am a solicitor based in Chester, UK, specialising in claims for asbestos related diseases. I have been dealing with these claims for over 25 years and I aim to provide a professional but personal service.

I often visit people in Spain and I have recently been to Competa, Benalmadena and Torremolinos.

We all know that as we get older we can develop breathing problems. These problems can have a variety of causes but after investigations, such as x-rays or scans, problems with shortness of breath can be attributed to exposure to asbestos. These investigations can show whether lung damage has been caused by smoking or exposure to asbestos – this can cause very serious illnesses: asbestosis, diffuse pleural thickening and mesothelioma (a cancer that attacks the protective linings of the lungs). It is not only workmen who have used asbestos themselves who develop these diseases but also other men working in their vicinity or wives and other family members who come into contact with their work clothes. It does not matter if the person involved has died, claims are still possible in certain circumstances.

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with an asbestos related condition or has breathing problems and has come into contact with asbestos in the UK please get in touch. You may be entitled to claim damages or benefits in the UK and I can help on a no win no fee basis. A change in the rules now enables a solicitor to agree with his client to take

a share of any money recovered. A lot of solicitors now do this but I do not because I believe that my clients should receive whatever compensation I can obtain for them in full. I can also guarantee that all claims are dealt with by a qualified solicitor.

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Population - 7.8 million Language - Hebrew, Arabic Located - Middle East Capital - Jerusalem Currency - Israeli shekel Religion - Judaism Main Exports - Comp. Software Literacy Rate - 98% Life Expectancy - 82 years g.D.P. Per Capita - US $34,120 Total Area - 22,072 sq km National Sport - Football

interesting Facts - Israel has been locked in conflict with both the Palestinians and its Arab neighbours over ownership of land considered holy by Jews, Christians and Muslims since its creation in 1948.

After the Nazi Holocaust, pressure grew for the international recognition of a Jewish state, and in 1948 Israel declared its independence following a UN vote to partition Palestine.

Israel’s history has been dominated by the conflict with its Arab neighbours, including fullscale regional wars in 1948, 1967 and 1973, and many smaller-scale conflicts including the 1956 invasion of Egypt and the Lebanon wars of 1982 and 2006.

Motorola developed the first cell phone in Israel and the first antivirus for computers was created in Israel in 1979.

Israel is the only country in the world that entered the 21st country with a net gain in its number of trees.

Israel is the only country in the Middle East where women enjoy full political rights.

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Brains The grey matter!!

Brains of older people are slow because they know so much. People do not decline mentally with age, it just takes them longer to recall facts because they have more information in their brains, scientists believe. Much like a computer struggles as the hard drive gets full, so, too, do humans take longer to access information when their brains are full.

Now when I reach for a word or a name, I won't excuse myself by saying "I'm having a senior moment".

Now, I'll say, "My disk is full!"

I have more friends I should tell this to, but right now I can't remember their names. So, please tell all your friends; they may be my friends too!

Researchers say this slowing down process is not the same as cognitive decline. The human brain works slower in old age, but only because we have stored more information over time.

The brains of older people do not get weak. On the contrary, they simply know more.

Also, older people often go to another room to get something and when they get there, they stand there wondering what they came for. It is not a memory problem, it is nature's way of making older people do more exercise.

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Beer Vs Women Top ten reasons beer is better then women

3. A beer is always wet.

10. You can have a beer in public.

2. A beer always goes down easy.

9. When you go to a bar you can always pick up a beer

1. You can share a beer with your friends.

8. A beer wont get upset when you come home with beer on your breath.

7. You can enjoy a beer all month long.

6. A beer doesnt get jealous when you grab another beer.

5. You always know youre the first one to pop a beer.

4. You dont have to wash a beer before it tastes good.

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New Year Fun Facts The first New Year’s celebration dates back 4,000 years. Julius Caesar, the emperor of Rome, was the first to declare January 1st a national holiday. He named the month after Janus, the Roman god of doors and gates. Janus had two faces, one looking forward and one looking back. Caesar felt that a month named after this god would be fitting Forty-five percent of Americans make New Year’s resolutions. The top resolutions are: to lose weight, get organised, to spend less and save more, to stay fit and healthy, and to quit smoking. While nearly half of all Americans make resolutions, 25 percent of them give up on their resolutions by the second week of January.

Be sure to eat leafy greens on New Year’s. Tradition says that the more leafy greens a person eats, the more prosperity he or she will experience (what an incentive for staying healthy!).

Tradition also says that legumes bring prosperity because beans and peas look like coins. No wonder why so many people eat black eyed peas on January 1st.

Many people ring in New Year’s by popping open a bottle of champagne. Americans drink close to 360 million glasses of sparkling wine during this time. The bubbly stuff dates back to the 17th century, when the cork was invented.

About 1 million people gather in New York City’s Times Square to watch the ball drop. The Times Square New Year’s Eve ball drop came about because of a ban on fireworks. The first ball in 1907 was 700 pounds and was lit with 100 25-watt lights. The current ball puts the old one to shame (thanks to technology). Today, it is covered in 2,688 crystals, is lit by 32,000

LED lights, weighs 11,875 pounds and is 12 feet in diameter.

Remember the last scene in When Harry Met Sally, when Harry references a song after he and Sally kiss? It was Auld Lang Syne, a song traditionally sung at the end of New Year’s parties. Poet Robert Burns wrote it in 1788.

Though most people do not know the words to Auld Lang Syne, the overall message is that people have to remember their loved ones, dead or alive, and keep them close in their hearts.

If Santa is the most common symbol associated with Christmas, then Baby New Year is the symbol most commonly associated with… you guessed it, New Year's! Baby New Year is often seen in a diaper, black top hat, and a sash showing the numbers of the new year.

Myth states that he matures into an old man during the year.

Make sure to be surrounded by family or loved ones on New Year’s Eve. The first person you come across in the new year could set the tone for the next 12 months. This applies to couples, as well. If a couple celebrating New Year's to-

gether does not kiss, the future of the relationship might be splitsville, so be sure to lay one on your significant other.

According to statistics from the National Insurance Crime Bureau, vehicles are stolen on New Year’s Day more than any other holiday.

Don’t think your old car is safe, either. In 2011, the 1994 Honda Accord was the most stolen car. To discourage car theft, make sure your car is in a populated area and always take your keys.

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Frigiliana

Frigiliana (pronounced Frihiliana) is the Axarquía´s answer to Mijas and has won several awards for beauty and conservation.

It is one of the larger villages in the area with a population of around 3,000 people, some of whom own holiday homes but the majority live there all year round. The village is 7 kilometres inland from Nerja and sits on top of a ridge in the foothills of the Sierra de Enmedio, part of the Alhama, Tejeda and Almijara mountains.

Like most Pueblo Blancos, the streets are narrow, steep and winding and it is easy to get lost in the maze of cobbled pavements that lead you up and down and in and out between the white-washed houses. Traffic is only allowed through by permit except for deliveries between 08:00 to 13:00 weekdays. So for the most part you will find it safe to walk about without being flattened to a wall!

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El Barribarto is the historical centre of town and its Moorish architecture and narrow streets are a reminder of the past influence of a culture never forgotten. With 750 years of Moorish occupation, Frigiliana can never forget the legacy of the Moors and every year celebrates for four days the customs, gastronomy and music of Three Cultures, Christians, Moors and Jews. After the Christian conquest in 1487 there was a peaceful co-existence between these three distinct cultures for about 100 years.

The village suffered extreme misfortune with plague, storms, earthquake and the phylloxera pest that destroyed the vines in this and other areas. It is thanks to tourism that Frigiliana regained it’s peace and prosperity and continues to do so.

As you walk through the narrow, winding streets of the old barrio today you will find plenty of shops selling a gamut of wares.

There are bars and restaurants to quench your thirst and appetite before you visit such monuments as The Palacio de los Condes de Frigiliana, the Ecce Homo Heritage, The San Antonio Church and the Phoenician Necropolis.

The most direct way to drive to Frigiliana is straight up from the motorway at Nerja, or you can take the mountain road from Torrox. The village lies 56 kilometres from Málaga at an altitude of 318 metres and is on the Route of Sun and Wine

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Steps lead down into a corridor with a door to a dispenser and another door to the kitchen, cloakroom, glass and wood doors to living room with dining area, pellet burning stove, steps down to lounge area, door to courtyard with Morrocan fountain, stairs to upper level with bedroom 2 overlooking internal patio and secret door to library, utility room, bedroom 1 with air conditioning, terrace with sea views, ensuite bathroom with separate toilet, walk-in wardrobe, bedroom 3 with mountain views, bathroom. The roof terrace is on several different levels and has a cane covered dining area overlooking the 7 x 4 metre swimming pool. Steps lead down to a self contained studio apartment with sink and ensuite shower room. There are solar panels for hot water. Steps lead down again to a gate leading into a very large orchard and garden with separate street entrance

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Trailers and other special types of vehicles that weigh less than 750 kg and cannot be driven on Spanish roads are not required to have insurance. This also means that they cannot be parked on roads or kept on private land. if you own a vehicle that’s not insured you could face a fixed penalty from €601 up to €3,005, and your vehicle may be seized and immobilised. whY DO i NEED TO iNSURE MY CAR iF iTS kEPT iN A PRiVATE gARAgE The owner of a vehicle has a civil responsibility towards their neighbour and their property.

Civil responsibility extends beyond car accidents on Spanish roads. If a vehicle, for example, kept in a communal garage, has a fire due to a short circuit, the owner will be responsible for any resulting damages to third parties. The owner will also be liable for a fixed penalty fine, the amount will depend on the gravity of the situation, the length of time the vehicle has been without insurance, and if this is a repeat

offense. iN whAT CiRCUMSTANCES iS iNSURANCE NOT COMPULSORY? If your vehicle has officially been temporarily or permanently taken out of circulation, for example it has been scrapped, then no insurance is required. If you own a vehicle that is not being used and you wish to avoid paying for insurance, then you can apply to have it temporarily taken out of circulation. However, to do this the vehicle needs to have passed its MOT. If the MOT has expired, then it must be taken again and passed, before applying. hOw CAN i AVOiD ANY FiXED PENALTY FiNES The best option is to ensure you have adequate insurance protection for your vehicle at all times. Once your vehicle complies with Spanish regulations, you can then decide what the future use of your vehicle will be, and whether or not to keep it in circulation or take it out. If you require an insurance policy for your vehicle, you can contact Línea Directa on 902 123 161. They can supply you with a fast and efficient quote for either third party or fully comprehensive insurance. we hope the information provided in this article is of interest. if you would like to contact Línea Directa please call 902 123 161 More information on Línea Directa online at www.lineadirecta.com

TORROX Wishing everyone a Happy & Peaceful New Year

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The german Bakery have been 10 years in Torrox. They offer a wide range of products eg: German bread, rolls, pasteries, cakes, sandwiches, sweet snacks & fresh coffee. The bakery offers daily fresh bread & bakery products. Orders can be placed by phone, email or sms. Be prepared for Birthdays and special occasion cakes. Special orders can be made as late as two days notice.

Our products are made from the finest of ingredients which allows you to enjoy a healthy balanced diet. We only use natural products without flavouring or additivies. We have something for everyone, & special rates for events and functions Raza hotel have excellent facilities for your Dog, Cat or Rabbit, the perfect Hotel for your pets while you are away. In the countryside your dogs can enjoy secure outdoor play areas with toys provided & kennels with indoor sleeping area & outside run. For Cats, large catteries with cosy beds, toys & activities to keep them occupied. The Raza Hotel also offer a safe place to leave your Rabbit or Parrot as well as providing dog grooming services. Open 10am-7pm, 7 days a week. If you would like to visit, Paco & Antonio would be happy to show you the facilities. For more information call: 952 52 5417, 646 75 24 63, or email: info@razahotel.com or visit the www.razahotel.com Russells British Store always have a great stock of favourite British products. We also have our vegetarian selection back in stock as well as our normal frozen food section. Popular ciders such as Scrumpy Jack as well as Guinness, lager & Crabbies ginger beer. Cleaning products, toiletries, pet food, greeting cards & more. Every month we have special offers in store so please call in to see our offers. If we haven’t got something you are looking for please ask & we can try and get it Calzados Pradas for real leather shoes made in Spain! Avd. El Faro No. 2. Call: 609 526 912 or email: calzadospradastorrox@gmail.com44

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Have you been to Caribe on the Paseo Maritimo, a fantastic location with uninterrupted views of the Mediterranean? Enjoy delicious food with menu del Dia 7.50€-2 courses or 9.50€-3 courses includes a drink per person (beer, wine or soft drink. They have a special offer homemade cakes & a coffee-3€ & fantastic homemade gateaus & a new 3 chocolate gateau to enjoy, great with a delicious coffee. Fresh fish cooked Andalucían style, pizzas, value meals such as Pinchitos de Cerdo de Pollo only 5.50€. Paella is available from 1.30pm everyday (pre-orders only), includes a soft drink or small beer or glass of wine, bread, Alioli. Takeaway-available. Caribe can even cater for weddings & birthday parties with celebratory cakes made to order. Call in to find out more.

Fischhaus - Nordsee Fish Deli Weekly fresh deliveries from the North Sea Coast. Smoked fish from our own Smokehouse in Torrox. Salmon breakfast every day from 10am. Open Mon - Fri 10am - 7pm and closed Saturday and Sunday. Kitchen open until 6.30pm. Tel: 637 041 155 to find out more.

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Viveros Amberes garden Centre Autumn is here and they have everything you need to make the most of your garden this Autumn/Winter. visit www.viverosamberes.com or call 952 532 496 Rebeccah Curtis wellbeing Centre The centre is open Tues-Sat 10am until 6pm. Urb. Laguna Beach, Centro Commercial B, No. 16 Torrox Costa, Tel: 952 53 01 22 & 651 956 284 Contact Lewis insurance Services for reputable buildings & contents insurance, car insurance, private medical insurance, pets insurance, funeral plans, cars bought & sold, call Mark on 653 322 392

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My Bowen Technique Experience My job involves sitting at a computer for sometimes up to 12 hours a day and one can imagine how much pressure that can put on your spine I’ve known Bianca from Clinica Casa Blanca in Torrox Costa for nearly ten years, ever since she first placed her advert in The Sentinella.

After reading and placing her regular articles on the Bowen Technique I decided to give it a go.

The Bowen Technique is a safe, non-manipulative, fast and effective system for the treatment of pain, inflammation, joint discomfort, spinal misalignment and much more... Bowen Technique works on the whole body and usually only takes a few sessions to improve your condtion. The results are long lasting unless there is re-injury.

I arrived at the clinic and Bianca took me through to the treatment room which was lovely – welcoming and warm. Bianca asked me some standard questions before she got started to check that I was safe to proceed with the treatment, for example that I had no allergies, heart conditions or history of broncitis etc.

Bianca proceeded to explain to me what she would do, after finding out that my exact problem was in my lower back.

Depending on the thickness of your clothing, it is not always necessarry to undress for this treatment to work.

This treatment really is quite amazing as just the softest of touches allows Bianca to move the body in such a way that can cure the pain totally. Now to be honest I thought after my first session there is no way this will work, and that first evening my pain was still similar. The following day I drank plenty of water as this is a guideline to improve the healing process, on day three I suddenly realised it was now very slight. I was amazed. Treatment is recommended again 3 - 10 days after the first sesssion, so I went back on day 6 and had the treatment again. After 3 days my pain has now completely gone! I would actually call it a little miracle – an absolutely fantastic method of pain relief.

If you are unable to visit the clinic, Bianca also offers home visits.

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Breakfasts, Snacks & Full Menu - Specialising in Ribs, Wings, Steaks & Chicken - Traditional Sunday Lunch Homemade Tapas available every day changing daily - 1€ Thomas & Kerstin wish everyone a Happy New Year and thank everyone for their support in 2015

25th January - Burn’s Night - 3 course dinner Cock - a - Leekie soup, Haggis, Tatties & Neeps Cranachan 10am - 3pm / 6pm - Late / Thurs & Fri Special menus Sunday 1pm - 5pm (After 5pm - Bookings only) Closed Wednesday For more info call: Thomas or Kerstin

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Redwell Infrared Heating Systems Redwell infrared heating Systems 10 years in Spain!

The energy-saving, healthy and stylish heating solutions from Redwell have been convincing hundreds of clients on the Costa del Sol and in other parts of Spain during the last 10 years.

The Austrian manufacturer has been developing efficient and energy saving heating systems for more than 15 years. Continuous research in co-operation with universities guarantees an outstanding product quality and the latest technology. The Infrared Heaters from Redwell offer the highest quality in unique designs - and they come with 7.5 years vendor warranty!

In comparison to conventional heaters, infrared waves don’t heat the air, but do heat people, walls and furniture. The walls remain dry and mould has no chance to spread. Another advantage is that the air does not circulate, therefore no dust is raised. Therefore rheumatoid, asthmatic patients and allergy sufferers benefit greatly!

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Redwell in Spain now offers high quality LED light solutions for the infrared heating panels.

Whether your heating panel is installed on the wall or on the ceiling, there is a solution to illuminate it in the right way. This can also be added if you already have an infrared heating system at home.

RedwellÂŽ infrared heaters offer the best benefits: Energy savings, high comfort, healthy indoor environment and NO maintenance costs!

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The leading brand in infrared heating for 10 years in Spain heat up your home in a healthy and economical way! * Special storage material keeps running times low * White panels from 250 to 1400 watt in 17 sizes * Huge product range: mirror, picture, glass, portable, etc. * Long operating distance * 7.5 years vendor warranty

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Contact us or visit the exhibition at our shop: Redwell, Dipl.- ing. Svend Scharler, Avd. el Faro Bl. 75, bajo 9, Torrox Costa Phone: 952 539 742 Mobile: 606 423 869 sscharler@gmx.de - www.redwell.com

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Inspirational Quotes Famous Quotes....

The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today. H. Jackson Brown, Jr. The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart. Helen Keller

Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it. Steve Jobs

Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible. Francis of Assisi

As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.

John F. Kennedy

I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination. Jimmy Dean

If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door.

Milton Berle

I believe in living today. Not in yesterday, nor in tomorrow. Loretta Young

We know what we are, but know not what we may be. William Shakespeare

Nothing is impossible, the word itself says 'I'm possible'! Audrey Hepburn

It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light.

Aristotle Onassis

Try to be a rainbow in someone's cloud. Maya Angelou Perfection is not attainable, but if we chase perfection we can catch excellence.

Vince Lombardi

You must do the things you think you cannot do. Eleanor Roosevelt No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. Aesop

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Lymphatic Drainage preventive method

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE A beneficial gentle massage treatment developed by Dr. Vodder, that stimulates the removal of retained excess lymphatic fluid in the body and fortifies the immune system. It is most effective in reducing swollen legs, feet and hands.

Examples of how Lymphatic drainage is used: * For lymphoedema / Lip-Lymphoedema / edema formation * After cancer surgery (for eg: after breast cancer surgery in which also lymphatic nodes were removed to avoid the risk of metastasis)

* With scars, draining has a "planning" effect, even in older ones * Acne and couperisis. The depurative and draining effect decreases inflammation, favouring a more rapid cure.

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Thoughts Of Oana This month I want to talk about the idea of success and happiness. Are you a successful person or a happy person?

Do you think that if you have everything on the financial side, you have everything on the emotional side as well? I'll just try to give a simple example. A father comes home late every night, trying to work as much as possible so the whole family can go on a holiday for a week in the winter. However he is never there emotionally for his wife and kids when they need it! Despite this sacrifice by the parent, the family can't understand why they don't get any emotional support. You might have everything you need, but you constantly miss the smiles of your loved ones. You may have photos on your desk or on your phone, but you miss the real smile from the people you love. I've talked to

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several different successful people, and the answer was the same from everyone. "I'm happy; I have everything I’ve wanted since I started work," they say. So, presumably they are successful; they have an amazing business or their jobs allow them to earn a good amount of money. On the other hand, there are the people who smile even though they don't have lots of money. For them, happiness is the love and smiles from the people in their lives. I hope this makes you think about what's really important in your lives.

This year I wish that all your dreams come true and happiness comes to your door with the new year. Happy New Year to all readers of The Sentinella Magazine.

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La llave de oro, C/Granada 88, Nerja, 952 524 651. Locksmith 24 hrs emergency service, 606 939 929, opening and repairing safes, armoured doors, authorised technical service, key cutting, supplier for quality padlocks, safes and other security products.

Chatelin ortopedia & chiropodist/pedicura practice we are a company with over 30 years experience in the orthopedic sector. linda is a qualified chiropodist and henry is a certified prothesis and orthesis maker. for all your inlays and sport inlays, making and repairing prothesis and orthesis, corset-knee, ankle and wrist supports, wheelchairs, walking aids, beds, rehabilitation articles etc...open monday - thursday 10am - 2pm and 3pm - 6pm. call: 695 481 082 or 658 773 857 visit ink & Chips on C/ Antonio Ferrandis, 27. They have all you need for your PC, such as ink cartridges & peripherals as well as laptop & printer sales. They also offer a technical service 365 days a year.

For all your healthy foods and natural remedies. The health Shop Rincon Natural C/Carretera1, Local 2, Edificio Armijo III Nerja, next to Supersol, beside Barclays Bank. Stocking gluten free products, Organic food, Natural remedies and Natural skincare products. They also do Crystal Healings and Cranio Sacral Therapy. Tel: 952 52 35 03 "Frietkot" have changed their name to "Belga" to express more of the quality of our Belgian home cooked cuisine. We serve the best Belgian French fries combined with quality products such as Sweetbread with Dijonaise sauce or the best sirloin steak with a variety of different sauces, all freshly home made. Belgian Beers available. Calle Gloria 9, Nerja 666 625 694 Monday Closed Open from 12 till midnight.

Dentadanés Dental Clinic offer top-quality Scandinavian dental care at competitive prices-a successful concept that has been used since the clinic was established in Maro (Nerja) in 1991.

We have two Danish dentists (one female, one male) ready to solve all your dental problems.

Please visit our website at www.dentadanes.com for a full list of treatments & prices as well as directions to & pictures of the clinic. Open Mon -Friday 10am-5pm including all summer months.

We speak English, Danish/Scandinavian, German, Spanish, French & Italian. Tel: 952 52 96 66. ilumina Nerja For all your lighting requirements and much more. visit their website www.iluminanerja.com to see their full range of lights. If you are in need of an electrician call: 655 333 600 C/La Cruz, 26, Nerja. 952 523 838 Starcar in Nerja for all your car repair needs: bodywork painting, service, pre I.T.v. check, airconditioning, tyres, brakes, clutch etc. Also car transfers. Find them at Avda Alcalde Antonio villasclaras just up from the BP garage as you are leaving Nerja on the right hand side and they are below the gym. Call Jonathan who speaks English on 637 801 325 Express hand Carwash Sebabrilan Express car valet, interior and exterior. C/ Almirante Carranza 49, Nerja. Call: 666 184 966 Locked yourself out of your house or having lock problems? Call the 24 hour emergency locksmith, a fully qualified UK C&G tradesman. Or, simply call to book an appointment.

Olas Bar “Hello Nerja! Danny my business partner & myself Tony (the younger one on the left of the photo look forward to our new venture at The OLAS Bar on Burriana Beach. We open on January 1st with Georgia as manager & many of the original staff. The bar will carry on as always with its great choice of quality food breakfast lunch & dinner. We have brought in some extra Tv channels for the sport so look forward to seeing you for whatever team or sport you follow! The bar has changed colour theme & we have brought in some great new Memorabilia, so come on down it will be great to meet you all "Hey baby!" Let's get it on, we can't wait!!”

Opening times 10am - late Follow us on our new Facebook page (olas Millards) New email: olasmillards@hotmail.com Sports Calender for January 2016 Football The Premier League have full fixtures each weekend during the month except 8th 10th FA Cup Third Round & 29th - 31st FA Cup Fourth Round Tennis 18th - 31st Australian Open, Melboune, Australia Cricket 2nd - 6th Second Test, South Africa v England, Cape Town 14th - 18th Third Test, South Africs v England, Johannesburg 22nd - 26th Fourth Test, South Africa v England, Centurion golf 7th - 10th European Tour: SA Open, Johannesburg, South Africa. 7th - 10th USPGA Tour: Hyundai Tournament Of Champions, Hawaii, United States. 14th - 17th European Tour: Joburg Open, Johannesburg, South Africa. 14th - 17th USPGA Tour: Sony Open, Hawaii, United States.

21st - 24th USPGA Tour: CareerBuilder Challenge in partnership with the Clinton Foundation , La Quinta, California, United States. 21st - 24th European Tour: Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. 27th - 30th European Tour: Commercial Bank Qatar Masters, Doha, Qatar. 28th - 31st USPGA Tour: Farmers Insurance Open, San Diego, California, United States.

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ARE YOU CONSIDERED A RESIDENT OR A NON RESIDENT FOR TAX PURPOSES IN SPAIN? If you either spend more than 183 days in Spain during a year, or if you have your main business, or economic interests based in Spain, you would be regarded as a RESiDENT for tax purposes.

If you reside outside of Spain, but own a property, and/or receive any income in Spain you would be regarded as a NON-RESiDENT for tax purposes.

IN BOTh CASES you are legally obliged to submit an annual Tax Declaration in Spain.

The Spanish Tax year runs from January 1st to December 31st. and as Tax Declarations are retrospective, Tax Declarations for this year 2015 must be submitted next year in 2016.

As a RESiDENT your Tax Declaration for this year must be submitted between MAY 1st and the END of JUNE next year.

As a NON- RESiDENT your Tax Declaration for this year must be submitted before the END of DECEMBER next year.

The Spanish Tax authorities do not usually send reminders to advise you of your tax responsibilities in Spain. It’s up to you to be aware of them and to submit a declaration on time each year. Unfortunately, ignorance of the existence of the Spanish Tax Law is no excuse for non-payment or late payment. Fines are automatically issued when the requirements are not met.

Obviously, the amount of tax due to be paid by RESiDENTS and NON-RESiDENTS is assessed in completely different ways depending upon the circumstances of each individual. We will be happy to arrange a free appointment to study your particular situation, to explain your personal tax obligations and to advise you on the best options available for you.

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1. Mr. Rogers is an ordained minister.

11. If the population of China walked past you in single file, the line would never end because of the rate of reproduction.

2. John Lennon's first girlfriend was named Thelma Pickles.

3. There are 336 dimples on a regulation golf ball.

4. The scene where Indiana Jones shoots the swordsman in Raider’s of the Lost Ark was Harrison Ford's idea so that he could take a bathroom break.

12. If you yelled for 8 years, 7 months and 6 days, you will have produced enough sound energy to heat one cup of coffee.

13. In the last 4000 years, no new animals have been domesticated.

5. A crocodile cannot stick its tongue out.

14. Leonardo Da vinci invented the scissors.

6. A snail can sleep for three years.

15. The word "set" has more definitions than any other word in the English language.

7. All polar bears are left-handed.

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Fiestas The Spanish cities, towns and villages are famed for their fiestas Whole entire weekends of 24 hour partying.

The bangs, the bands and the bu単uelos (donut like sweet treats devoured at 3am after a few drinks and a boogie). The locals love to party and embrace the fiestas full on. The same familes who went home (yes, kids too) at 4am are up in their best clothes at the 10am church service to honour the village Saint or virgen.

The same family are then having a blast at the foam party and then eating paella in the town square. Come Sunday eyes are tired but the spirit is not as everyone knows it is soon Monday and the streets will be enveloped in silence and everyone can sleep for hours and hours.

These fiestas have a special place in the hearts of locals. Something much deeper than the party and music. These fiestas are steeped in tradition and pride. They are the Sunday best of the village. They show what the village is made of. They show a community that has come together to put a party on that is worthy of a huge pat on the back.

In the village where I live a group of villagers each year are nominated or they can volunteer to become mayordomos.A mayordomo is basically an organiser/helper. Each fiesta has its own group of mayordomos. Meetings, work and organisation begins almost a year before fiesta. Fund raising and dedication. Its a tough job and doesn't come with a pay check but its a fantastic way to understand the village and become involved in something wonderful.

I have been a mayordomo a few times. Summer fiesta and two San Antons. The San Anton fiesta takes place in various places throughout Spain, normally during January. Im not religious but I love my village. I will work to make a fiesta a success. I have huge respect for the traditions and parades. I ventured out to help with the Saturday night procession. San Anton was being taken from the small church in the Ermita to the main church in the Plaza. We were early. It was cold so I sat on a bench in the beautiful little church and waited. San Anton was next to me. Surrounded by red carnations and ready for his tour of the village. I studied him and found a moment of sheer peace in amongst the bangs and noise of the band approaching. Our Mayor came in to make

sure everything was ready. He added a figure of a little pig at the feet of San Anton (the history of that pig is another story) and San Anton was raised up on the shoulders of men, young and old as the band awaited to accompany him to the Plaza.

Normally the Mayor leads the procession. Not out of importance but more to ensure that the statue is heading in the right direction and looking out for low hanging wires, ect. This year two mayordomos were to oversee this job as Paco took a more discreet position behind San Anton. Myself and Rafa took our places and we got to enjoy a priveliged view of the procession that few get to see. I felt very blessed. I saw the faces of concentration and determination of the village men as they proudly maintained balance and strength. The eyes of older villagers who came to their doors to watch San Anton pass. Tears of emotion shining. Of the shouts of instructions as they managed to get round tight corners and duck under fiesta flags and wires. The sound of the band full on and the clang of the metal poles used to rest the saint on as the men rub their sore shoulders.

I understood so much more that evening and will not forget the experience. Rafa told me I would enjoy it and he was right. I have walked along those streets for 13 years. To take my daughters to school, to get married, to go to the shop, meet friends and just live day to day but that was one of the best walks I have done on these village streets. viva San Anton!

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As throughout 2015 and previous years we have received some incredible offers from our brilliant supplier with well known brands at knock down prices, sometimes we cannot believe the offers ourselves, many times being able to offer you the item at a cheaper price than in the UK. We met with the owner last month and he has advised that he is actively sourcing other brands

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Recipe Of The Month Breakfast Scones Makes 10 1 tbsp rapeseed or sunflower oil 125g/5oz unsmoked back bacon 100g/4ozmushrooms, chopped 125g/5oz self raising flour 100g/4oz wholemeal plain flour 1 tsp baking powder 50g/2oz butter 50g/2oz cheese eg: Cheddar or Cheshire, grated 100ml semi skimmed milk

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1. Preheat the oven to 220oC, gas mark 7.

Grease a baking tray.

2. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and fry the mushrooms for 4-5 minutes until golden. Grill the bacon whole and chop the bacon into small pieces, roughly 1cm.

3. Mix the flours and baking powder in a large bowl and rub in the butter until it resembles breadcrumbs. Stir in the bacon mixture and half the cheese. Mix in the milk to form a soft dough.

On a floured surface, roll out the dough to 2cm thick and using a 6cm round cutter, cut out 10 scones and place on the tray. Sprinkle over the remaining cheese.

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4. Bake for 10-15 minutes until golden.

These delicious scones are perfect for eating on the go, wrapped in a napkin. They will keep for 2-3 days in an airtight container. The scones can also be frozen (best to freeze once cooled, on the day they have been baked) so you have a ready supply for busy weeks.

Hints and tips Serve spread with low fat cream cheese, sliced tomatoes or ham for a more substantial breakfast on the go.

For a vegetarian option replace the bacon with finely chopped spring onion or chives.

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Contronym’s Have you ever encountered a word and learned that it meant the opposite of what you remembered? If so, you may have come across a contronym.

A contronym, often referred to as a Janus word or auto-antonym, is a word that evokes contradictory or reverse meanings depending on the context. Specifically, a contronym is a word with a homonym (another word with the same spelling but different meaning) that is also an antonym (a word with the opposite meaning).

Here are some contronyms that are commonly used as verbs in the English language: To Buckle Example 1: Our hiking instructors told us to buckle our backpacks to our bodies during rigorous climbs.

Example 2: I felt my legs buckle as I hiked up the steep mountain with my heavy backpack.

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To Cleave Example 1: The shy baby rabbit cleaved to his mother’s body.

Example 2: The hunter uses a Swiss Army knife to cleave the rabbit’s meat from the bone.

To Dust Example 1: My mother asked me to dust the window shades before the party.

Example 2: I watched my mother dust my birthday cake in a thin layer of white sugar.

To Enjoin Example 1: For my sake, our family counselor enjoined my parents to communicate with each other after their divorce.

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Contronym’s (Continued) To Overlook Example 1: Our teachers overlook our academic progress.

Example 2: Because they are tired, my teachers often overlook the spelling errors in my homework.

To Peruse Example 1: My mind wanders when I peruse chemistry textbooks because I have no interest in science.

Example 2: To study for the final exam, I sit down in a quiet room to peruse my chemistry notes.

To Sanction Example 1: In some countries, the government sanctions the ownership of guns by private citizens.

Example 2: In some states, the government imposes sanctions on the ownership of guns by private citizens.

To Screen Example 1: Because he did not have a hat or umbrella, he used a newspaper to screen his face from the sun.

Example 2: The local movie theater will screen the new horror movie tonight.

To Rent Example 1: The landlord rents her apartment in the city to a young couple.

To Ravel Example 1: When she is bored, my daughter ravels her hair into huge knots with her hands.

Example 2: Depending on how much money you want to spend, you can rent a room or an entire apartment from the landlord.

Example 2: My daughter uses tweezers to ravel stubborn knots in her hair.

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g n i z fe a i m L A ine fish Mar Blob The oceans are full of weird looking fish, but one of the most extraordinary is the aptly-named blobfish It lives at depths of up to 3900 feet (1189 meters) where the normal pressure is about 118 times higher than that at sea level. Because of this, it is rarely seen by humans in its habitat.

The blobfish lives off the coasts of Australia, New Zealand and Tasmania, and because of increasing fishing of the seas Down Under, it is being dragged up with other catches.

As soon as it comes to the surface, it dies and becomes – well, a blob.

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It is in danger of being wiped out, since even though it is usually thrown back when caught in the nets, it is already dead.

It can grow up to 12 inches long.

Despite being inedible, the blobfish unluckily lives at the same depths as other more appetising ocean organisms, including crab and lobster.

It was chosen as the world’s ugliest animal in 2013, beating other bizarre creatures such as the axolotl, the naked mole rat, the purple frog and the proboscis monkey.

Its scientific name is Psychrolutes marcidus, which means it belongs to a family of fish known as fatheads.

Not much is known about the Pyschrolutidae family except that they have large heads, live on the ocean floor and that their family name comes from the Greek word psychrolouteo, which means “to have a cold bath”.

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Amazing Marine Life (Continued) The blobfish has no skeleton and no real muscles.

It is simply made up of a jelly-like substance.

This flesh is less dense than water, so the blobfish naturally hovers above the ocean floor.

Unlike most fish, it has no swim bladder as this air-filled organ would collapse under the extreme water pressure and blow the fish to pieces!

It has been likened to the comic strip character Ziggy, but with its mouth permanently drooping at the corners.

Blobfish have no teeth.

No one has ever seen a blobfish eat. However, scientists believe that it feeds on crabs, sea urchins, sea pens and shellfish.

Since it has no muscles, the blobfish cannot hunt, so it simply opens its mouth and sucks in whatever drifts by.

How blobfish mate remains a mystery. All that is known is that the female lays thousands of tiny pink eggs right on the ocean floor, and either she or her mate guard the eggs by “sitting� on them until they hatch. This is the most efficient way for them to ensure the survival of their young, since there are no plants around to provide shelter for the eggs, or any caves where they can make a nest.

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La Vaqueria - Benamargosa Well that's another Christmas out of the way. I hope everybody had a lovely time and wish you all the best for 2016.

transforming into more dining space for the brunches and daily menu and lots more work with stones.

La vaqueria takes an annual holiday in January so the shop will be shut until the first Tuesday in February, the 2nd and then everything will be running as per normal with Wednesday and Thursday art classes, weekly Sunday buffet brunch/lunch and the mosaic workshops on the first Saturday every month.

If you have been before you will enjoy seeing the progress and for newcomers I hope you enjoy the experience and come again!

During my time off I hope to be finishing the next stage of the large mosaic on the side of La vaqueria, doing some commission work and doing some painting over by Lake vinuela, so do drop by and say hello or join me if you see me out and about. If the weather stays as it was in December it will be beautiful over there.

We have lots of new plans for La vaqueria this year... much more recycle art in the garden for starters, the opening of the old garage which is

Happy New Year Su Derrick, Owner & Artist, La Vaqueria, 29718, Benamargosa, MĂ laga, Tel 952 517 273 www.La-Vaqueria.com FB La Vaqueria

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GCHQ Christmas card puzzle Take the test and see if you what it takes to be a spy Rather than a picture of a jolly Santa or a sprig of holly, GCHQ has hidden its festive greeting in a cryptic code Britain's spy agency has sent out a Christmas card (how nice!) - except it comes with an insanely irritating catch.

Rather than a picture of a jolly Santa or a sprig of holly, GCHQ has hidden its festive greeting in a cryptic code.

Patient participants must complete the grid to reveal an image.

Each row or column is labelled with a string of numbers which indicate the length of all consecutive runs of black squares, and are displayed in the order that the runs appear in that line.

They give the example that a label "2 1 6" indicates sets of two, one and six black squares, each of which will have at least one white square separating them.

Some of the squares are already coloured in supposedly to help.

Once the puzzle has been solved the image then leads to a series of increasingly complex challenges.

The puzzle has been sent out GCHQ director Robert Hannigan to his Christmas card list.

If participants make it to the end they can email their answer to GCHQ. by 31st January

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Faceless I heard the government is finally doing something about all those useless drivers on the road

A new test will be added to the driving practical which is guaranteed to reduce the number of accidents by 94%

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Chocolate Lovers Chocolate addicts better beware, their lunch snacks are about to get a lot more addictive from now on

They've been manufactured by Japanese chocolate specialists Bourbon and they're the next step for convenience lunches.

Chocolate slices have been invented, and they're something very special if you've got a sweet tooth.

They're made of 'nama chocolate', a rich mix of cream and cocoa, and they're as malleable as the cheese you remember from childhood barbecues

The sugary treats are wrapped individually like cheese slices, and are simply perfect for sandwiches - although obviously not for those on a health kick.

The chocolate is available on Bourbon's online store in 12s, with five slices in each pack.

They're 3,240 yen, about ÂŁ17.60 The internet has gone into meltdown over these little slices of chocolate heaven

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Cannabis An elderly couple innocently bought a shrub from a car boot sale - and ended up growing the biggest cannabis plant police had ever seen

Tax warning if you live in Spain!

If you are paying tax as a non-resident, but live in Spain for more than 183 days a year, you should be a full-time resident! And if you are registered in the Town Hall (empadronamiento) and have a Spanish health card as well, you need to rectify your tax situation as the Tax Office may at any time require that you pay personal income tax in Spain as a tax resident on all your worldwide income! The Tax Office will also claim the fines if appropriate.

The pensioners, from Bedford, planted the drug in their garden, unaware that what they were growing was illegal.

Police were astonished when they spotted the enormous plant and spoke of their shock discovery on their Twitter account, saying: "Seized today. Elderly couple bought shrub at car boot sale, tended carefully - biggest cannabis plant we had seen."

For more information, please write to info@helpingaxarquia.com The information provided in this article is not intended to be legal advice, but merely conveys general information related to legal issues.

A spokesman for the force told the BBC the plant would be collected and disposed of, and that no action would be taken against the couple

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Strictly fix BBC Tvs massively popular show Strictly Come Dancing has been rocked by allegations of mark-fixing and manipulation.

Professional Ola Jordan – after 10 years the show’s longest-serving female dancer – announced recently that she was quitting, but has now told The Sun newspaper that she was ‘forced out’ by producers after saying she thought the voting was rigged.

She now maintains the show’s judges manipulate the leader board to keep acts in the contest, and also claimed certain couples get preferential treatment when it comes to routines and song choices.

Polish-born Ola, 33, whose dancer husband James left the show in 2013, said: “Some of the marking is way off. In my opinion the judges know how many votes people scored in the previous weeks and then they try to influence their position on the leader board. Why else would they over-mark someone?

“All the pros talk about the marking. We ask each other, ‘What is all that about?

“If the show is not fair, it takes the fun out of it.”

The BBC has dismissed Ola’s “fix” accusations as “nonsense”.

A spokesman said: “Each judge scores each dance independently, based on its merits and on their expert opinion.”

Simon ill Coronation Street star Simon Gregson is to leave the popular Tv soap as he battles illness, according to several sources.

He has been given indefinite time away from the soap, with fears that he may not return at all. Simon, 40, plays Rover’s Return pub landlord Steve McDonald and whilst his character fights the day-to-day pressures of suffering depression, it seems that real-life is mimicking the fiction as Simon battles his own illness.

It has been reported that the storyline about Steve McDonald’s depression had left Simon drained and with his wife Emma expecting their third child, it looks like he will take time himself to get back to feeling one hundred percent.

Adele fright Comeback queen Adele has vowed to overcome her crippling stage fright to tour again next year.

It will be a huge battle for the Oscar winner, who has revealed her nerves make her terrified that she will be unable to sing live.

And she says she is sure to throw up before each show. The pop diva admitted: “I have the worst stage fright and yet I am dying to get on stage. It has been a long time.”

Details of her upcoming USA concerts will be announced after Christmas, with a few UK dates set to be included.

The megastar should have no problem filling seats on the tour. Just two hours after releasing her anticipated new single, it had already reached number one in the iTunes charts. And her album, 25, became the fastest seller of all time when it was released the following week.

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The 26-year-old actor, famous for his portrayal of teen wizard Harry Potter, admitted when he travels to towns in Japan that he has to turn down the bizarre request because most of the girls are "frighteningly young".

He explained to the Times magazine: "The craziest places are like Japan or Mexico. Often, the people who ask that (for him to sign their boobs) are frighteningly young and I just picture... no. Just no! Don't ask anyone that. No. Don't let anyone write on your chest."

In the same interview, Daniel admitted to struggling with drink as he attempted to deal with fame. The child star has now been teetotal for two years after fears booze could end his acting career prematurely.

He said: "People were saying, 'Well, this is going to be it for you, isn't it?' And the thought of all of those people being right was really scary.

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Olly Murs has revealed he may not return to the X Factor in 2016. The singer, who hosts the show with Caroline Flack, said “who knows” if he will return to the show for a second season.

"I want to get this series finished first and then everyone will sit down and discuss it," he told Metro.

The singer has struggled to settle into the role and has been responsible for a number of blunders since the competition began. viewers dubbed Olly and Caroline’s Live Shows debut an "absolute shambles". Olly appears to be taking it on the chin. “Live television isn’t as easy as people think," he added. "I’d worked on The Xtra Factor for two years, so had some experience with live Tv but the main show is more serious." Caroline herself said that Dermot O’Leary, whom the pair replaced, was better for the job. “I admit we might not be at Dermot’s level right now, no one is better in my opinion," she confessed.

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To my friends who enjoy a glass of wine and those who don't and are always seen with a bottle of water in their hand, Ben Franklin said: "In wine there is wisdom, In beer there is freedom, In water there is bacteria.”

In a number of carefully controlled trials, scientists have demonstrated that if we drink 1 litre of water each day, at the end of the year we would have absorbed more than 1 kilo of Escherichia coli, (E. Coli) - bacteria found in feces. In other words, we are consuming 1 kilo of poop annually.

However, we do not run that risk when drinking wine and beer (or rum, whiskey or other liquor) because alcohol has to go through a purification process of boiling, filtering and fermenting.

Remember: Water = Poop, Wine = Health Therefore, it's better to drink wine and talk stupid, than to drink water and be full of shit.

VERIFICATION: BOTH THE HOUSE AND SENATE DRINK A LOT OF WATER WHILE IN SESSION. THIS EXPLAINS THE RESULTS THEREIN

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& t i u Fr Facts gus Veg Aspara Asparagus is not only delicious to eat, but it has a range of important health benefits too!

It’s loaded with nutrients: asparagus is also a very good source of fibre, vitamins A, C, E and K, as well as chromium, a trace mineral that enhances the ability of insulin to transport glucose from the bloodstream into cells.

This herbaceous plant—along with avocado, kale and Brussels sprouts—is a particularly rich source of glutathione, a detoxifying compound that helps break down carcinogens and other harmful compounds like free radicals.

This is why eating asparagus may help protect against and fight certain forms of cancer, such as bone, breast, colon, larynx and lung cancers.

Asparagus is packed with antioxidants, ranking among the top fruits and vegetables for its ability to neutralise cell-damaging free radicals.

This, according to preliminary research, may help slow the ageing process.

Another anti-ageing property of this delicious veggie is that it may help our brains fight cognitive decline. Like leafy greens, asparagus delivers folate, which works with vitamin B12 found in fish, poultry, meat and dairy - to help prevent cognitive impairment. In a study from Tufts University, older adults with healthy levels of folate and B12 performed better on a test of response speed and mental flexibility. (If you’re 50-plus, be sure you’re getting enough B12: your ability to absorb it decreases with age.)

Folate is also highly critical for the healthy functioning of the heart.

Another important aspect of asparagus is that it is considered to be a healthy food in promoting gut flora.

It contains high levels of the amino acid asparagine, which serves as a natural diuretic, and increased urination not only releases fluid

but helps rid the body of excess salts. This is especially beneficial for people who suffer from oedema (an accumulation of fluids in the body's tissues) and those who have high blood pressure or other heart-related diseases.

Enjoy your asparagus without salt, butter or sauces to get the most out of its diuretic properties, as salt can cause water retention in some people.

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For Us Old People Are we the ones with dementia? Are we the ones who are aging? Really??

ONE - Recently, I went to McDonald's and I saw on the menu that you could have an order of 6, 9 or 12 Chicken McNuggets. I asked for a half dozen nuggets.

'We don't have half dozen nuggets,' said the teenager at the counter.

'You don't?' I replied.

'We only have six, nine, or twelve,' was the reply.

'So I can't order a half dozen nuggets, but I can order six?'

'That's right.'

So I shook my head and ordered six McNuggets (Unbelievable but sadly true...)

(Must have been the same one I asked for sweetener and she said they didn't have any, only Splenda and sugar.)

(And they think they are worth 8.00 per hour) TwO - I was checking out at the local ASDA with just a few items and the lady behind me put her things on the belt close to mine. I picked up one of those dividers that they keep by the cash register and placed it between our things so they wouldn't get mixed. After the girl had scanned all of my items, she picked up the divider, looking it all over for the bar code so she could scan it.

Not finding the bar code, she said to me, 'Do you know how much this is?'

I said to her 'I've changed my mind I don't think I'll buy that today.'

She said 'OK,' and I paid her for the things and left.

She had no clue to what had just happened.

(But the lady be hind me had a big smirk on her face as I left) ThREE - A woman at work was seen putting a credit card into her DvD drive and pulling it out very quickly.

When I inquired as to what she was doing, she said she was shopping on the Internet and they kept asking for a credit card number, so she was using the ATM thingy.

(Keep shuddering!!)

FOUR - I recently saw a distraught young lady weeping beside her car.

'Do you need some help?' I asked.

She replied, 'I knew I should have replaced the battery to this remote door un-locker. Now I can't get into my car. Do you think they (pointing to a distant convenience store) would have a battery to fit this?'

Hmm, I don't know. Do you have an alarm,

too?' I asked.

'No, just this remote thingy,' she answered, handing it and the car keys to me.

As I took the key and manually unlocked the door, I replied, 'Why don't you drive over there and check about the batteries. It's a long walk....'

FIVE - Several years ago, we had a temp who was none too swift. One day she was typing and turned to a secretary and said, 'I'm almost out of typing paper. What do I do?' 'Just use paper from the photocopier', the secretary told her. With that, the temp took her last remaining blank piece of paper, put it on the photocopier and proceeded to make five blank copies. A Brunette, by the way!!

SIX - A mother calls 999 very worried asking the dispatcher if she needs to take her kid to the emergency room, the kid had eaten ants.

The dispatcher tells her to give the kid some Benadryl and he should be fine, the mother says, 'I just gave him some ant killer......'

Dispatcher: 'Rush him in to emergency right now!' Life is tough. It's even tougher if you're stupid!!!!

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Interpretation There was this Chinese girl at a travel agency when I was in Shanghai...

I asked her if she could escort me for a city tour and asked for her mobile number, so I could call her to make arrangements.

She got excited and said: "Sex sex sex, wan free sex for tonigh" Wow, I'm guessing this is how Chinese women express their hospitality!

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Ah well, never mind

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People Who Come And Go People Who Come And Go – John and Elaine Most people think and deliberate for months, often years, before they even make the decision to come over to Spain to tentatively look for a house. They might make many trips, and change their minds, and deliberate and think some more…. Not John and Elaine! With an established business in the UK that practically runs itself and oozing with enthusiasm for life, they just made a decision – “wouldn’t it be fun to buy a little house in Spain?” “yes, let’s book a flight and buy one!” And, some months later, here they are! Their delightful and immaculate 2 bedroom house in the stunning countryside near Canillas de Aceituno was sold ready to go and fully furnished, and no sooner had they bought it, but they decided they would move out permanently.

I asked them how they like living on a mountain. “It is total bliss,” says Elaine. The views are wonderful and the peace is quite enlightening. And yet we are still only 25 minutes from the beach! We love it!”

Now, with broadband internet available in almost any location, a new opportunity is opening out to anyone who just needs a laptop and

an internet connection to do their job or run their business from a distance, and more and more people are taking advantage of this and making the move. been now Having buying the through process I asked John what advice he would give other people thinking of buying or moving here. “I would say stop dreaming about it and just come over and LIvE the dream! There are plenty of lovely places to rent if buying is not for you, too. Make sure you have a good person to lead you through the buying process if you do buy. Our agent made the whole process seem effortless.”

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Lexophilia Who on earth dreams these up. A lexophile of course!

her pupils?

• How does Moses make tea? Hebrews it.

• When you get a bladder infection, urine trouble.

• venison for dinner again? Oh deer!

• Broken pencils are pointless.

• A cartoonist was found dead in his home.

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• What do you call a dinosaur with an extensive vocabulary? A thesaurus.

• Haunted French pancakes give me the crêpes.

• I dropped out of communism class because of lousy Marx.

• England has no kidney bank, but it does have a Liverpool.

• All the toilets in New York's police stations have been stolen. The police have nothing to go on.

• I tried to catch some fog, but I mist.

• They told me I had type-A blood, but it was a Typo.

• I changed my iPod's name to Titanic. It's syncing now.

• Jokes about German sausage are the wurst.

• I know a guy who's addicted to brake fluid, but he says he can stop any time.

• I stayed up all night to see where the sun went, and then it dawned on me.

• This girl said she recognised me from the vegetarian club, but I'd never met herbivore.

• When chemists die, they barium.

• I'm reading a book about anti-gravity. I just can't put it down.

• I did a theatrical performance about puns. It was a play on words.

• Why were the Indians here first? They had reservations.

• I didn't like my beard at first. Then it grew on me.

• Did you hear about the cross-eyed teacher who lost her job because she couldn't control

• I got a job at a bakery because I kneaded dough.

• velcro - what a rip off!

• Don’t worry about old age; it doesn’t last.

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It features Daniel Craig in his fourth performance as James Bond. With a budget around $245 million, it is the most expensive Bond film and one of the most expensive films ever made.

The story sees James Bond pitted against the global criminal organisation SPECTRE, tying Craig's series of films together with an overarching storyline.

Spectre was released on 26 October 2015 in the United Kingdom. It was released in the United States on 6 November 2015. It became the second James Bond film to be screened in IMAX venues after Skyfall, although it was not

filmed with IMAX cameras. Spectre received positive to mixed reviews upon its release; it was criticised for its length, lack of screen time for new characters and writing, but received praise for the cast's acting, the direction, action sequences, cinematography and score. As of 18 December 2015, Spectre has grossed over $823 million worldwide Star Rating: *****/*****

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by Juanita Banana of www.AbsoluteAxarquia.com ARIES: March 21-April 20 As 2016 begins, you may feel harassed by chaos and conflict. Tackle this by maintaining equilibrium as best you can, particularly with others and most especially within relationships.

Wade through this difficult period and you will relish the new level of harmony that´s created.

ative art or cultivation LIBRA: September 23 - October 22 With the help of family love, you are creating solid foundations as tradition and inheritances become more important to you. Couple this with your ability to envisage possibilities with clarity, you can shape great success within your world

TAURUS: April 21-May 21 Some areas that were of previous importance to you are no longer, making the new year an excellent time to consider new life plans and goals. A good time too for study, research and for cultivating new ideals, leading to new projects

SCORPIO: October 23 - November 21 Your future depends on how to apply your current knowledge while accumulating and fostering further knowledge by means of practical education. If difficult responsibilities have inhibited learning in the past, now is the time to let go and fly

GEMINI: May 22-June 21 New avenues are about to open for Geminis. Have patience and be careful not to allow uncertainty to lead you away from them.

They will positively affect your relationships, your work, your creativity, home, children, and even your pets. As this new cycle begins your vision will be redefined and redirected

SAGITTARIUS: November 22 - December 21 Care and caution with resources, particularly financial, should be maintained by Sagittarians at this time. Plan how best to utilise and organise your time and resources and your life will be more fulfilled now and in the future

CANCER: June 22-July 22 You will initiate partnerships, allies and groups in order to create a change of environment in your life. To achieve your goals, you must be willing to work in partnership, rather than sole leader, most successfully with Arians, Librans, and Capricorns LEO: July 23-August 23 You become pragmatic, more organised and more efficient. Everything at work is serious business, almost to the point of too much responsibility, creating inward tension. Be especially careful of yourself and children and find time for laughter and play VIRGO: August 24-September 22 virgoans need to be conservative with time during January and limit yourself to what is safe, necessary and dutiful. Pleasure is unfortunately limited but can be achieved through cre-

CAPRICORN: December 22 - January 20 To climb the mountains you encounter during January, you need self-control and discipline throughout all levels of your life. Be patient and your steadfastness will lead to a series of satisfying achievements AQUARIUS: January 21 - February 19 A glitch in life occurs for Aquarians in January and is symptomatic of the rest you currently require. If you're feeling stressed, fatigued or low on self-esteem, try swimming or other exercise, writing, and seek the company of friends who will listen PISCES: February 20 - March 20 Your hopes, wishes and dreams may need grounding to be practical. Be careful too of setting intangible goals within groups and organisations and encourage other members to contribute

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s iary e t a D he D on T Whatu´sr area? r o o F in y Every Tuesday Bar Atila, Puente don Manuel, Quiz 8.30pm. Call to reserve a table 663 393 987 Every Thursday Evening Bar Viva, C/Dr Maranon, Torre del Mar. Quiz night with a difference. From 8.30pm. Hosted by yours truely, Tony of The Sentinella. Come on down for a great evenings entertainment. Call to reserve your table 952544362 Nerja History Group meets the first Friday of each month at the Cultural Centre, Calle Granada, Nerja at 11.30. For more information, contact Jill Christian-Smith on: 952 538 526 664 760 405 Oct 12 POCAPECUNIA, the Charity shop in aid of the Love A Child Foundation, has reformed the shop and is twice as big now. We are still always in need of clothes, household items, paperbacks, CD's and DvD's. Opening hours:

Mon-Sat from 10am to 1.30pm. Calle Bella vista 6 in Nerja (between the Parador and Hotel villa Flamenca).

Golf: TOGS (Torrox Golf Society) if you would like a friendly but competitive game of golf each Sunday morning at Baviera, then why not join TOGS, possibly the friendliest Society on the Costa.

Email: torroxgolfsociety@gmail.com or call Captain: George Clay on 625 936 814 Colmenar Social Club. We are a small social club based in the western part of Axarquia. We meet every Wednesday at the Arco del Sol in Colmenar at 12.30pm. We enjoy regular outings, quizzes, bingo and annual specials such as our plant sale and murder mystery evening.

Non members are welcome. Marjorie on 951 163 071 The Anglican Parish of Nerja and Almuñécar will be holding their traditional Christmas Carol Service at 5.30pm on Wed 16th Dec at the church of San Miguel (Iglesia de San Miguel) in Plaza Andalucía, Nerja. De Cotta Law is sponsoring the choir, and invites everybody to enjoy mulled wine and mince pies after the service. There will be a charity collection for Save The Children, and De Cotta Law hopes you can contribute to this good cause.

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Da For Thetes Diary Scottish Country Dance Classes Every Tuesday evening from 7.15pm - 9pm at El Trapiche Restaurant, for all levels, with or without partners. For further information please contact George Bain on 619 069 966 RBL - Nerja We have regular lunches on the 1st Friday of each month at “La Pena Parda “restaurant in La Herradura and at Al Andalus hotel in Maro on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Non members are most welcome and should contact Marilyn on 952 526 423 (adamsnerja@yahoo.com) or Dave on 654085811 (dgdeepblue@gmail.com) to book, also anyone interested in joining the Legion.

RBL - Benajarafe Branch Meet every Friday from 12.30-2.30pm, at the coastal, Puerto Niza restaurant, we enjoy bingo, quizzes, more entertainment & monthly outings, a superb lunch inc. drinks, & we welcome all new and existing RBL members. Tel: 603 879 308 www.britishlegion.org.uk/branches/benajarafe Volunteers needed. The Costa Animal Society needs your help, particularly with their efforts at the Sunday car boot markets in Nerja and Almuñecar. If you have some time, and especially if you own a 4x4 or other large vehicle, your assistance in transporting and selling goods on a Sunday morning would be much appreciated as both these markets help raise much needed funds to care for rescued animals. If you can assist CAS in any way - fund raising, airport runs or fostering - please call Wendy at 660 271 984 or vera at 680 315 880.

SEEKING CHARITIES - People helping People Do you know of any SPANISH Charities (O.N.G) who help people and are seeking funding? The American International Club is currently seeking Spanish Organisations who are seeking assistance. The organisation will be presenting a donation at the Dia de Residente event this April in Nerja. If you are aware of an organisation that assists Spanish people,

please send an email with contact information to nerjaclub@yahoo.com Coral CoraXalia Do you like singing? We are inviting new male and female singers to become members of the local choir, Coral CoraXalia. Good atmosphere, all nationalities, good repertoire, performances, social events, possible touring, etc. Rehearsals on Thursdays 17.30 - 20.00 in vinuela village, Casa de Cultura. Plenty of free parking. Come and join us!

For more information, call 669 682 139 English / 689 111 352 Spanish La Vaqueria Benamargosa Every wednesday learn to draw and paint. Art classes at La vaqueria, Benamargosa. 11am-1pm, 10€ includes refreshments and home made cake!

Every Thursday Art & Crafts Class at La vaqueria 11am - 1pm, lots of fun, refreshments included. Every first Sat of the month La vaqueria has a mosaics day for all levels. 3pm 7pm costs 20€ with materials & meal incl.

Short Mat Bowls. The Nerja Short Mat Bowls Club is now operating in the hotel Jimesol, Calle Chaparil, Nerja on Monday and Thursday afternoons from 1.45pm to 4.15pm. New members welcome. Contact Marian on 952 523 754 or Malcolm on 952 520 579 for more details. www.shortmatbowlsnerja.com"

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Every Tuesday Country Farmers Market between 10am and 1.30pm. Los Jardines del Trapiche Call: Anita 627 877 164 Vinuela Ecological Farmers Market Opp. the Pharmacy. 1st & 3rd Sat each month. 10.3014.30. Fresh Handmade organic produce. Fruit & veg, Cakes, Chutney & Jams, Sweets, Tarts, Bread, Pasta & Fresh Sauces, Mustards, Olive Pate, Natural Soap, Fertilizer, etc

Market Saturdays Algarrobo Costa, Next to Ottawa Function rooms alongside the river

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RIGHTS ARKW The British Store & More OPEN ALL “OURS” Puente don Manuel Call: 952 519 780 www.arkwrights-groceries.com

Royal British Legion Torre del Mar For information on events tel. 663 658 354 We meet every Wed at La vega Rest Torre Del Mar next to Mercadona E-mail: rbl-tdm@hotmail.com /www.rbl-torredelmar.org.uk Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Torre del Mar. Avda.

Moscatel 1”I”, (Jardines viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la viña), Torre del Mar, 29740. Opening hours Mon through Fri 10.00 to 13.00 and 15.00 to 18.00. Tel.952 543 334 E-mail; luxmundi@lux-mundi.org Web: www.lux-mundi.org Please also see the web site for daily activities in the Centre. January events and excursions.

Friday 1st January – Centre closed for New Years Day. Monday 4th January - Centre open 10.00h to 13.00h only.

Tuesday & wednesday 5th & 6th January Centre closed for Public Holidays.

Thursday & Friday 7th & 8th January – Centre back to normal opening hours 10.00h to 13.00h and 15.00h to 18.00h Tuesday 11th January – Normal opening hours. Spanish language tuition and all daily events re-start.

Thursday 14th January - Coach Excursion to Gibraltar. Ticket price 12€ available at the Centre. Proceeds for fund raising. Departure times Puente don Manuel (Hotel Romero) 6.45am, Algarrobo (Lidl) 7.15am, Caleta 7.20am and Torre Del Mar (Bus Station) 7.30am. Depart Gibraltar 15.00h. PASSPORTS / I.D. REQUIRED. Monday 18th to Sunday 25th January – Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. Please come and join us, this is an opportunity to make visible the friendship and unity amongst

the Christian Churches established in the Coast del Sol. Each day there will be Ecumenical prayers at different churches, for the full programme information please see the media and our web page: www. Lux-mundi.org.

For further information and bookings please contact the Centre, Torre del Mar Tel.952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@luxmundi.org Please note you are unable to make bookings through the web site and sorry we cannot accept cards.

Phoenix Club meet every Tuesday in the Restaurant above Supersol (nr the Police Stattion) Torre del Mar from 12.00 midday to 1.30pm. call Gail 951 067 723 www.phoenixsocialclub.co.uk The Trapiche Social Club meets every Wednesday from 12noon to 2pm at the Trapiche Restaurant ( on the velez to vinuela Road) All are welcome to come and meet friends and make new friends. Pop in and see, a warm welcome awaits. call: 680764130 Local artist Margaret Riordan has two Art Exhibitions until May 2016 at Bar Choto Playa on the N340 at Penoncillo beach, Torrox Costa, (Not Tues). (next to Ruta 34 motorcycles shop) and in Restaurante Sevillano – El Rincón, Calle Gloria, Nerja. I am a self-taught artist (retired secretary) I was born in Bristol, England, and have been painting and drawing all my life.

I’ve entered many competitions with success at local and national level and over 300 of my works have been sold throughout the UK, Europe and North America.

952 539 839 mariordan@aol.com Move It To Music! classes take place in Nerja on Saturdays 11-12 noon, at the Time Sport Gym, Avenida de Pescia 21, Nerja. 5€ per class. This is an informal and friendly dance fitness class, ideal for the newly-retired. For more info contact 675 846 217 moveittomusic@yahoo.co.uk

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CardioDance: Learn to salsa, cha cha, swing and hustle to an aerobic workout. Dance classes also held in all these, plus rumba, salcha and choreographed routines. Call 606 086 300 Come and Learn to Dance Ballroom & Latin American Dancing (11 different dances). *New beginners class 8.30-10.30pm (class and practise)*. Improvers, Intermediate classes and private lessons from 7pm or, just come and dance on a large floor 9.00-10.30pm. Qualified, v.experienced, patient teachers. Have fun learning or improving! Bar & friendly people. Partner not necessary. Cafeteria Avenida (near Police Station & petrol station) For more info call Eric and Jennifer 95 252 3599 (The Nerja Dance Club) The American International Club is a social club open to all nationalities which spans the area from Almunecar to Torrox and beyond.

Activities include tapas runs, monthly excursions, petanque, coffee mornings, dinners and walks. The Club raises funds for Spanish charities and each year makes a significant donation to a local organisation as a way of saying "thank you" to our host nation. Our motto is "If it isn't fun, we don't do it". To join in the fun email: nerjaclub@yahoo.com http://www.americaninternationalclub.com Los Romanes Royal British Legion. We have changed our venue and day. We now meet in BAR ATILA, PUENTE DON MANUEL, every Tuesday commencing Tuesday 10th February. "We are a small branch with a big heart". For 2015 we are looking to increase our membership, So if you are interested you will be made very welcome. You don't have to have been an ex member of the armed forces to join.

Our aim is to have some fun, quizzes, bingo, beetle?, whilst making money for the RBL Poppy Appeal. Interested? then please contact the Branch Secretary Joyce on 692 551 385.

Amigas de Casa is an English speaking women's group, who meet on the second Thursday of every month at venta Talillas in vva del Trabuco. The meetings are from 11am till 1pm. Every month we have a speaker and or demonstrator. These are very varied......

Xaviera Hollander to Roger the Laird (whiskey talk with tastings) with a very wide variety in between. Although based in vva del Trabuco we have members from as far afield as Salar, Antequera and Colmenar. 952 031 478 or 660 628 056 e-mail is raylizpantano@gmail.com The 'Big Cats' are coming. We are a group of Jaguar enthusiasts living in Spain. We hope to meet once a month or so for a meal and a good old chat about our JAGS. On occasions we will organise something a little more special, Mystery Tours or Weekends Away. The Jaguar Enthusiasts' Club is the largest Jaguar Club in the world. The Club was formed in 1984, by members of other Jaguar Clubs, for the enthusiast who not only used, but maintained or restored their SS, Jaguar or Daimler. For more info contact Philip Wray on 669 434 457 or JEC.CostaDelSol@gmail.com. www.jec-spain.com.

Join El Valle! El valle is one of Axarquia’s most successful and longest running social clubs. We are based in the Lake vinuela area, 10 km inland from velez Malaga, and most members live fairly locally but we also welcome people from the coast and further afield. At our monthly meetings you can find out about our wide range of activities that range from the cultural and gastronomic to quizzes, games and films. We also organise days out and short trips away. Through its members El valle has links to groups that enjoy a variety of pursuits including leisurely scenic walks, more energetic cross-country hash runs, photography, quad biking, drama, bird watching and dancing. So whatever your interests El valle has something for you! We meet on the first Mon of each month (apart from Aug when we take a break!) at the Camping Bar, Lake vinuela. Please visit www.campinglavinuela.es for directions. Meetings start 7:30 but we start arriving from 7pm so come early and introduce yourself so that we can help you make the most of what El valle has to offer. You can also meet us on Fri mornings from 11:30-12:30 at Meson Sara at the Puente don Manuel crossroads to join us, book an event or have a chat. You can also visit our website: www.el-valle-asociacion.com

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Bus Times Call: 952 540 936 Nerja-Malaga 06:30, 07:30, 08:30 08:55, 10:10, 11:10, 12:25, 13:40, 14:55, 15:55, 17:10, 18:40, 19:40, 20:25 Malaga-Nerja 07:00, 08:15, 09:15, 10:30, 11:45, 12:30, 13:00, 14:00, 15:15; 17:30; 18:45, 20:15, 20:45, 21:30 Expect to pay approx 2.90€ one way and 5.15€ round trip Nerja-Nerja Caves 08:10, 08:25, 09:40, 10:40, 11:50; 11:55, 12:35, 13:10, 13:35, 14:25, 15:25; 16:40; 18:10, 18:55, 19:30, 20:10 Nerja Caves-Nerja 08:45, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 12:15, 12:50, 13:30, 14:45. 15:45, 17:00 17:45; 18:30; 19:30; 20:15 Expect to pay approx 0.80€ one way Nerja-Torre see Nerja-Malaga times Torre-Nerja 07:45, 09:00, 09:15, 10:00, 11:00, 11:15; 11:45, 12:30, 13:15, 14:45, 16:00, 17:30, 18:15, 19:30, 21:00, 22:00.

Church services in English Services at inglesia de San Miquel (St, Michael's Church) every Sunday at 12 noon (except during May) and at Capilla de Nuestra Señora del Carmen (Fisherman's Chapel, Chinasol). There is a short service of Holy Communion Wednesday's at 9.30am in the Church Shop, Calle Malaga, Nerja. Details of how to find the churches are also available in the Church Shop. Priest in Charge: Father Geoff Johnston Tel: Church House 952 521 339 Church Shop 952 522 460.

Competa - Holy Communion every Sunday at 5.30pm in the Parish Church, Plaza Almijara, Cómpeta Tel: 952 219 396 Malaga - St. George´s Church in the Engish Cemetery. 11.00am Sundays Tel: 952 219 396 Velez-Malaga - Capilla De San Jose, Calle Linares 7, velez-Malaga. Sundays 10.30.

Website stgeorgemalaga.org Tel 952 407 050 Anglican communion.

Local Police : 091 guardia : 062 Fire : 080 Torre del Mar - St Barnabas Church (IERE) Spanish episcopal services in English at 11am, Morning Prayer 1st and 3rd Sundays. Holy Communion 2nd and 4th Sundays. Tel. 952 030 461 (Priest). Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Avda Moscatel 1 "I", (Gardens of viña Malaga/ Antigua Casa Del viña).

Roman Catholic - Torre del Mar - Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Saturdays 5pm, (Winter), and 18.00pm.

Sunday Anglican Church of St. Barnabas (IERE) 11am. Morning prayer 1st & 3rd Sundays, Holy Communion 2nd & 4th Sundays.

Torre del Mar Evangelical Church Torre del Mar Christian Community Church (Presbyterian in partnership with the Spanish Evangelical Church) meets every Sunday for Worship in English at 11.30 in Calle San Andres, 29 in Torre del Mar. Everyone will be very welcome.

Pastor Steve Anderson Tel. 654884658 La Caleta de Velez: Cornerstone International Church: meets on Sundays 11.30am and Wednesdays: 7pm for bible study. Calle virgen del Mar 3 Tel.63454019 Puente don Manuel - El Puente Christian Fellowship Sunday Worship - 11 am. Midweek activities - Pilates - Mon 1pm-2pm, Bridge club tues 2.15-6pm, Charity shop/books open Wed, Fri & Sat 10-1.30pm. Bible Study Thursday 57pm. We meet at El Puente Christian Fellowship premises situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliara, El Cruce de Puente don Manuel Phone 952 115 220 or 952 518 185 Bank hours Usually 8:30am-2pm except Sundays, Bank holidays and Fiestas. Please note, the majority of banks will not accept bills to be paid (ie: electric, phone, rates) after 11am.

Taxis Torre: 653 917 004, Nerja: 952 520 537 Velez Malaga: 653 917 004, Puente Don Manuel: 952 510 992 Mob: 616 034 636.

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Tourist information Nerja: 952 521 531 Torre del Mar: 952 541 104

Telefonica Dial 1002 to report a fault on the line. For general enquiries dial 1004

weekly Market days Mondays: Torrox Costa Tuesdays: Nerja & Country Farmers Market, at Jardines del Trapiche on the road to Benamagosa. wednesdays; Rincon de la victoria, Algarrobo Costa & Camping vinuela Ctr.A356 KM30.

Thursdays: velez Malaga & Torre del Mar & Frigilana Fridays: Puente don Manuel & Cala de Moral Saturdays: Caleta de velez , Competa & Benajarafe, Algarrobo Costa, Opp Lidl (1st & 3rd Saturday each month) Sundays: Malaga

Airports Malaga 24-hour information 952 048 484 or 952 048 804 granada 952 048 804

Consulates Uk Opposite the main bus station Edif, Eurocom Bloque Sur C/Mauricio Moro 2-2º- Malaga 902 109 256 or 913 342 194 ireland Avda, de los Boliches, Nº15 Fuengirola 952 475 108 Netherlands/Dutch Avda, Palma de Mallorca, 57 Edif. Castillo San Louis, bajo 29620 Torremolinos 952 380 888 germany C/Mauricio Moro 2, Malaga 952 363 591 Sweden 952 604 383 France 952 226 590 / 952 214 888 Belgium 952 559 159 Denmark 952 211 797 Luxembourg 952 857 197 Chemists www.bit.ly/dutychemists

Airlines www.easyjet.com www.ryanair.com www.thompsonfly.com www.flymonarch.com www.flybe.com www.bmibaby.com Shops 10am - 2pm - 5pm - 8:30pm (generally) The municipal market (fruit and veg) and the weekly markets are only open mornings. water Supplies Velez Malaga: 952 506 450 Nerja: 952 520 154 Malaga: 952 135 013 Railway Stations Malaga: 952 360 202 granada: 958 271 272 Town halls Torre and Velez: 952 500 100 Torrox: 952 538 200 Nerja: 952 548 400 Competa: 952 516 006 Rincon: 952 402 300 Malaga: 952 135 000 hospitals Nerja Ambulatorio: 952 523 131 Velez Malaga: 951 067 000 iTV Call: 902 702 727 www.itvcita.com - Open Mon - Fri 08.00am - 18.45pm, Sat: 08:00am 12.45pm

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) : a h a Jokes h I rang my mate Stan and his wife answered: "I wanted to wish you and Stan a good holiday," I said. "You fly from Gatwick tomorrow, don't you?"

She said, "Stansted."

"Blimey," I said, "he seemed absolutely fine in the pub last night."

------------------------------------------------------------Shit!! What a start to the day, I was attacked whilst in the Pharmacy across the road. Some Psychopath in there was screaming and shouting and threw the contents of a carton of Omega 3 tablets at me...it must have weighed 5 kilos BANG! right in the face.....

Luckily the Pharmacist was medically trained and I am OK. He said I had only suffered super fish oil injuries.

------------------------------------------------------------My dog only responds to commands in Spanish. He's Espanyol....

------------------------------------------------------------Please remember a doggy is not just for christmas... Its a great position all the year round!!

------------------------------------------------------------A man feared his wife wasn't hearing as well as she used to and he thought she might need a hearing aid.

Not quite sure how to approach her, he called the family doctor to discuss the problem.

The Doctor told him there is a simple informal test the husband could perform to give the doctor a better idea about her hearing loss.

Here's what you do," said the Doctor, "stand about 40 feet away from her, and in a normal conversational speaking tone see if she hears you. If not, go to 30 feet, then 20 feet, and so on until you get a response."

That evening, the wife is in the kitchen cooking dinner, and he was in the den. He says to himself, "I'm about 40 feet away, let's see what happens." Then in a normal tone he asks, 'Honey, what's for dinner?"

No response. So, the husband moves closer to the kitchen, about 30 feet from his wife and repeats, "Honey, what's for dinner?" Still no response.

Next he moves into the dining room where he is about 20 feet from his wife and asks, "Honey, what's for dinner?"

Again he gets no response.

So, he walks up to the kitchen door, about 10 feet away. "Honey, what's for dinner?"

Again, there is no response.

So, he walks right up behind her. "Honey, what's for dinner?"

"Clyde, for the fifth time... CHICKEN!" ------------------------------------------------------------Three men die on Christmas Eve and were met

by Saint Peter at the pearly gates.

"In honour of this holy season," Saint Peter said,"You must each possess something that symbolises Christmas to get into heaven."

The Englishmen fumbles through his pockets and pulls out a lighter, he flicks it on and says, "Look,a candle."

"You may pass through the pearly gates," says Saint Peter.

The Scotsman roots into his pockets and pulls out a set of keys, shakes them and says, "They're bells."

Saint Peter says, "You may pass through the pearly gates."

The Irishman starts desperately rummaging through his pockets and finally pulls out a pair of women's knickers.

Saint Peter looks at the man with a raised eyebrow and asks,"And just what do those symbolise about Christmas?"

Paddy replies,"These are Carol's."

And so the Christmas Season begins.........

------------------------------------------------------------A little boy asks his dad: 'Where does poo come from?'

His dad explains that food passes down the oesophagus to the stomach, where digestive enzymes induce a probiotic reaction in the alimentary canal; this reaction extracts protein before waste products descend via the colon and rectum to emerge as 'poo'.

Blimey, says the little boy 'And what about Tigger?'

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Jokes h a ha :) So this bloke came up to me in the street and asked if I wanted shares in his Partridge and Pheasant Company, I thought hello what's his game.

------------------------------------------------------------Whilst we cooked dinner, the wife shouts, "I hope you haven't done chips for my mother, you know she hates them."

"We did her mash!" sang me and the kids. "We did the monster mash."

------------------------------------------------------------A sales rep's car breaks down in a remote part of the Scottish Highlands. Relieved to see a farmer he says, “Is there a mechanic around here?”

“Oh no,” replies the farmer, “We're all McDonalds.”

------------------------------------------------------------You know it's cold outside when you trip over dog shit rather than stand in it!

------------------------------------------------------------I keep asking my wife how much she paid for her botox injections.

Unfortunately she remains all tight lipped about it.

------------------------------------------------------------I've got to say I am very disappointed with my UK Border Agency Advent Calendar.

All the doors have been left open.

------------------------------------------------------------I was so drunk last night when i got to the bottom of the stairs i took off my shoes, coat, top, trousers and underwear. I crept upstairs very quietly, it was only when i got to the top of the stairs i realised i was on the BUS!!

------------------------------------------------------------The founder of IKEA has died. His funeral will be held tommorrow at 3 o'clock.

However, mourners have been asked to turn up at 12 to help assemble the coffin.

------------------------------------------------------------I called the RSPCA today and said, "I've just found a suitcase in the woods containing a fox and four cubs."

"That's terrible," she replied. "Are they mov-

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------------------------------------------------------------I used to be in a band called 'Missing Cat'.

You probably saw our posters.

------------------------------------------------------------Paddy goes into a builders yard and orders 20,000 bricks."May I ask what you're building?"

Asks the man behind the counter.

"Yes," replies Paddy, "It's going to be a barbecue."

"That's a lot of bricks for one barbecue," says the man.

Paddy says, "Not really, I live on the 18th floor!"

------------------------------------------------------------I rang the vets earlier and said, "My ostrich isn't well, his head is drooping to one side. Could I have an appointment?"

The receptionist said, "Awww, neck's weak?"

I said, "No! He might be dead by then!"

------------------------------------------------------------Bumped in to the Invisible man the other day ..god not seen him for years

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Hey Diddle Riddle

1. At which battle of 1314 did Robert The Bruce defeat the English?

1. When you say my name, I am no longer there. What am I?

2. Consecrated in 1962, where is the Cathedral Church of St Michael?

2. On a boat in a lake, there is a rope ladder.

The rope ladder is 5 inches off the water. Then one day the lake waters rise 5 inches. How high off the water is the ladder now?

3. On Tv, who did the character Lurch work for?

4. Which children's classic book was written by Anna Sewell?

5. How many tentacles does a squid have?

6. Which reggae singing star died 11th May 1981?

7. Characters Charlie Allnut and Rosie Sayer appeared in which classic 1951 movie?

8. What is converted into alcohol during brewing?

9. Which river forms the eastern section of the border between England and Scotland?

3. There is a story that a man and not a man saw and did not see a bird and not a bird, perched on a branch and not a branch and hit him and did not hit him with a rock and not a rock. How is this possible?

4. What can you do with your mind, and have in your heart; What makes music in your purse, and is not the same from the start?

5. When my first is a task to a young girl of spirit, And my second confines her to finish the piece, How hard is her fate! But how great is her merit If by taking my whole she effects her release!

6. A man walks into an art museum and stares at a painting. When a guard walks up and asks him why he is so interested in the painting, he responds, “Brother and sisters I have none, but that man’s father is my father’s son." Who is the 11. In what year was Prince Andrew born? man in the painting?

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10. Which Briton won an ice-skating Gold at the Lake Placid Olympics?

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1 Not malignant (6)

1 Distilled spirit (6)

4 Assembly, conclave (6)

2 Piece for nine players (5)

9 Loss of memory (7)

3 Of the stomach (7)

10 Get the better of (5)

5 Stand-offish (5)

11 Discourage (5)

6 Reflector in road (4,3)

12 Revive, cheer (7)

7 Assuage, calm (6)

13 Obscure (9)

8 Unearthly guardian (6,5)

17 Eye make-up (7)

13 Laughable (7)

19 Material for exercise wear (5)

14 Unlawful (7)

21 Defame falsely (5)

15 Charm, talisman (6)

22 Core, centre (7)

16 Sickness, biliousness (6)

23 Contract, pact (6)

18 Apportion (5)

24 Perfect, yet impracticable, state (6)

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NiSSAN PiXO 1.0L Petrol, 2010, Red, Spanish car, 93,000kms, MP3 / CD Player, C/L, ITv til April 2016, FSH, One lady owner from new.

4,500€ ono. Call Sue: 645 600 631

Men’s Viagra Tabs 100mg, guaranteed or your money back, minimum 10 tabs 30€, free local delivery venta Baja, Puente don Manuel, vinuela areas. Call: 696 857 401

CiTROEN ZX 1.4 l, 1997, aircon, plus 4 extra wheels, Radio CD, 120.000 km, owned and maintained by German. New ITv, 850€ Call: 606 423 869

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hONDA CRV SiLVER 2001, 2Ltr petrol, automatic, 4 wheel drive. 209000 kms, ITv until March 2016, taxed. 2,000€ ono. Please call 620196559 or email frddy1@hotmail.co.uk Photo available on request

hyundai Sonata

Lady driver.

UK car on Spanish plates.

4 door, 2 litre automatic.

ITv to Dec.2016. very clean car low milage.

1,950€ Torrox Campo.

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Items for Sale LOgS FOR SALE 5€ a wheelbarrow load, self service. Palm Trees for sale, all sizes from 3€.

Finca dos Mundos KM7, old road Trapiche/vinuela. Dig up your own Palm Tree. Tel: 952 03 06 79 gOLFERS gOLFERS gOLFERS! Unwanted Green Fee vouchers to most Costa del Sol Courses for sale, Most better than half price!

Contact George Jamieson 0034 622 33 26 84 Georgejamieson70@hotmail.com

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i wiLL COLLECT FREE of charge all your used clothing, bric-a-brac, pots and pans, books, toys, CD´s garden pots, tools, pieces of furniture or anything else you are throwing out whilst you are cleaning. Call me on Tel:- 625 319 323 Jacqui EL CAPiTAN TENNiS CLUB Torre Del Mar open to new members. For information Ring 675391967. wANTED 2 BED MiNiMUM. Central to Nerja, long term. Call: 07921 176599

Job Section STAFF wANTED APRENDO iDiOMAS in Nerja are looking for teachers, English, German and French. Calle Antonio Millon, Edf. Penaflor, Bajo 1. Call Rebeca 673 68 41 94 ESOLA SYSTEMS is looking for a person wishing to learn and work towards a qualification in air conditioning installations, to work alongside one of our installers. Must be within reasonable distance of Caleta de velez, would be an advantage to have driving licence and own transport. For further information please email info@esola.es and if possible send in your Cv

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w For Air Conditioning call Mark at Esola, 616 119 007, Torre del Mar w Polar Air For Professional and reliable servicing, repairs and installation of A/C at competitive rates by a qualified technician.Call Susie or Peter 655 211 192 or visit wwwpolarairconditioningmalaga.com w ChS Cooling and heating Solutions. All makes of air conditioning, serviced and installed. Also Solar, Heating and swimming pool heat pumps. Call: 655 791 167 Email: chsspain@gmail.com w installation and maintenance of all types of air conditioning. City & Guilds and CE F-Gas certified.

Nerja area. Languages spoken English, French and Spanish Call: 693 047 935 Email: cragb2015@gmail.com

wSolar blinds, ideal for large glazed areas to keep the view but also giving privacy and stopping maximum amounts of heat/glare and fading of furnishings. solarblinds.es@gmail.com Speak to Ian 644 54 61 76 958 49 65 71

ARTIFICIAL GRASS wAxarverde Maintenance free. Looks like real grass.

Enviroment, child and pet friendly. Always green. Suitable for every surface. Call: 619 317 211 or visit our website: www.axarverde.com

BOAT TRIPS wLuxury Yacht Charters Tel: 618 972 139 www.sailandstay.eu Email: sailandstay@gmail.com wCaleta Cruise Club Tel: 634 382 609 www.absoluteaxarquia.com/attractions/ccc.html

BEAUTY & BOUTIQUE wLouise Beauty & Boutique, The Alcaucin side of Lake vinuela. Call: 951 167 181 or 605 673 976 wThe hair & Beauty Studio Cruce de Periana, Puente don Manuel, (along from Morenos) Call: 951 204 158 or 654 897 410

BOOKSHOPS wPasatiempo Calle Infantes 32, Torre del Mar, 952 543 703, www.bookshoppasatiempo.com

BRITISH SUPERMARKETS wArkwrights English Shop. Turn right at venta Baja Crossroads or call: 952 519 780 or 659 375 603 www.arkwrights-groceries.com

BUILDERS wAll types of building work undertaken, 37 years experience, Let me quote you. Call: 952 110 788 or 650 895 461 wJohn housby, Building, Plastering, Tiling & Painting. For a quotation ring John: 699 261 414. Email: rosemary.housby@gmail.com wLT Construction - is a building company based in the velez Malaga area. We specialise in all aspects of design, building license application and construction, we have over 14 years of expertise in creating individual building solutions for our clients. Our local knowledge of the land and its soil types - and how best to deal with the challenges posed by them - means that we are the best-suited company to advise you on your building requirements. Call Lee Talbot on 659324586 info@ltconstruction.es www.ltconstruction.es

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DENTISTRY

wwindow Tinting, A mobile service for your convenience, ITv legal & certified. Cut out annoying glare. Stop U/v. Protect Children & pets. Be Cool. Enjoy the sun don't suffer it! Call Ian 902 888 176/ 644 546 176

wClinica Europa Centro internacional, Blq. 86, Torrox Costa. Call: 952 53 09 08 Email: clinicaeuropatorroxcosta@gmail.com British dentist, 24hrs response Call: 648 203 157 wian Pett Dental Care, 5 Star dental car you can trust. Now at Periana, Caleta & Canillas de Aceituno. Call Ian on 691700587 to consult about treatment, clinic location and arrange suitable appointments. Same personal service with gentle treatment a priority. wDentadanes s.c Dental Clinic Offering Danish, top quality dental care at Spanish prices. Est. since 1991.

We speak English, Danish, German, Spanish and Italian. Tel: 952 529 666 Mon-Fri 10-5pm www.dentadanes.com

CARERS/AGENCIES wExperienced carer, available for all aspects of care from Hourly visits, respite care, companionship etc, for short/long term. Certification, CRB, Ref available on request. Areas covered Torre del Mar, Torrox, velez Malaga. Call Deborah: 602 512 634 wEnglish Nurse RgN / carer support. Tel Liz 692 419 548. Or 951 242 449 Hospital visits & discharge care inc equipment. Friendly Home care from your District Nurse. See www.holidaycare4youspain Testimonials - google English Nurse Competa.

CARPENTERS wAndrew Rodgers 20 years experience in kitchens, wardrobes, shelving, aluminium door & windows. Call the Window Doctor for any window problem. Roller shutter blinds, mosquito blinds, security locks, repairs and renewals reasonable rates, Tel: 660 597 894 email: andrewthecarpenter@gmail.com

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING wRoy’s Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning. Professional Machines, 18 years experience. All areas covered. Call Mark on 958 640 068 or 656 561 669

CHIROPODISTS wRegisitered Chiropodist/Podiatrist offering a complete footcare service in the comfort of your own home. 25yrs exp NHS & private. Call: 636 866 715

CHIROPRACTIC CARE wPhilippe Druart D.C., grad. from AECC (GB) and USA, 30 years exp., opens a chiropractic clinic in Frigiliana, C/ Blas Infante, 2 bajo. Consultations: Monday from 16.30 to 20.30, Wednesday from 10.00 to 14.00, other days on appointment only. Tel. 951 708 672 & 678 691 387. Email: druphil@yahoo.fr

CLINICS wAnalysis Clinic, Haematology, Coagulation (Contro of Warfarin), Biochemistry, Inmunology, Hormone, Bacteriology, Parasitology, Special analysis. Home visits for blood tests. Antonio Armijo Navas, Specialist in Clinical Analysis. Urb. Costa del Oro, Local-4. Torrox Costa, Phone: 952 53 23 93

COMPUTERS wDavid Fenton: Computer help Specialist.

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer since 2000.

House calls, remote assistance or bring it to me. Help and impartial advice with all types of technology.

Tel 952549607, Mob 654899976

DRAIN CLEARANCE wwayne’s Drains & Plumbing Est.1999. 24 Hour call out. Tel/Fax: 952 539 425. 24 Hour Service: 634 275 030 / 657 862 628 wAt Your Service Plumbing, Electrical, Prop. Maintenance Torre del Mar/Puente don Manuel area. Ex. Corgi reg. with over 35 years experience. Tel: 951 066 064 / 692 330 420 Email: casaflores45@yahoo.es

ELECTRICIANS wElectrician - All jobs from a socket to rewires, Fault Finding and Intercom Systems. Call Andrew 618 640 155 Email: amarnold11@hotmail.com wSparkinspain - Electrical installations and maintenance. Local from Nerja to velez-Malaga and inland to Competa and Frigiliana. Call Colin 951 242 449 or Mob 666 707 297 Web: www.english-electrician-nerja.com

EROSION PROBLEMS wSuppliers of a sterile grass – Vetiver. Used for stopping erosion. With an incredibly strong vertical root system. very cost effective. visit www.vetiverspain.com for more information on the vetiver Grass System. Call: 692 288 657 email: info@vetiverspain.com

EST AGENTS/PROPERTY RENTALS wSpanish Management vinuela (next to the Farmacia) 666 135 516 or 650 702 258 Web: www.spanishmanagement.com Email: officespanishmanagement@yahoo.co.uk wZalia properties, long established sales rental agents, Lake viñuela area. Car hire, Pool, villa cleans etc. El Cruce de Periana 4, Edf. Alzabel, Semisotano 2, Alcaucin www.zaliaproperties.net 952 519 718 / 663 093 782, 696 206 158

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wFleming Properties, Calle Dr. Fleming, 1, Nerja.

952 524 140 or 637 278 306/606 087 362, www.fleming-properties.com wAxarquia Properties S.L Established 2001. Office: 952 436 781 Lorraine: 609 436 537 Sally: 626 038 851 Email: info@axarquiaproperties.com www.axarquiaproperties.com wBuy A home Spain Calle Pintor Cipriano Maldonado 7A, Edificio Salares, 29740, Torre del Mar. (Opposite the bus station) Call: 952 547 554 or 680 210 414. Email: info@buyahomespain.com Website: www.buyahomespain.com

whandy Andy for all the jobs you cannot or do not want to do. All services, discount for senior citizens.

Telephone 610 683 719

FASHION ACCESSORIES wheaven for Fashion, Fashion jewellery and accessories at affordable prices www.heavenforfashion.com - use code SENT12 for a discount of 15% with your first purchase.

FURNITURE wCudeca hospice Charity Shop – Torre del Mar C/ Infante 21 – Edf. Jamaica Bajo Tel: 663 083 273 MonSat 10.00 – 13.30 / Mon- Fri 17:00 – 20.00. Nerja C/ Almirante Carranza 15 Tel: 663 083 503 Mon-Sat 10.00 – 13.30 www.cudeca.org

GARDEN DESIGN wEnglish Award winning garden Design and construction management, qualified and insured. All styles. Reforms or New builds. Experience in Spain and UK. Call or text John on 660057207 / 447756218467

GARDENING wMaintenance of gardens and Swimming Pools. English, German and Spanish speaking 24 year old. David: 656 775 928

GARDENING SERVICES wRed Palm Beetles, Wasps, Ants, Woodlice, Mice, Rats and all pests. Processionary Moths. Call us for treatment and disposal of these garden problems. Tel: 634 431 099

GREETINGS CARDS wDoes your shop need a new look? We stock and supply Jonny Javelin greeting cards as well as our own. We supply spinners, call us on 617 979 640 We will come to you. Now supplying Mothers Day & valentines Cards Email: info@greetingsfromspain.com

HEALTH & BEAUTY wweight Control - Herbalife Independent Distributor, Bea Savory, 95 253 4795 beasav24@gmail.com (business opportunity also available): wEsencia Natural cosmetics, incense, soaps, perfumes, makeup, face & body products and herbal tea. Avd Andalucia, 51, Caleta de velez Call: 615 289 624 Email/Facebook cosmeticnaturalesencia@gmail.com wAlegria Casa de Salud. Wellness B&B Shiatsu Healing massage. 1 hour and a half 50 euros. Special birthday arrangsments! lindarelax@hotmail.com Tel: 620 703 954 Facebook

HEALTH SHOPS wRincón Natural Nerja: natural remedies, organic food, superfoods, natural skincare products, spelt husk pillows, essential oils, incense, feng shui crystals & tibetan bowls. Alternative therapies: personalised weight control coaching, naturopath consultance, tibetan bowl sound massage, craneosacral therapy, massage, Reiki etc. C/ Carretera 1, in front of Supersol, Nerja. Tel. 952 523 503 ONLINE-SHOP for Europe www.rinconnatural.com

HEATING wRedwell® – the leading brand in Infrared Heating Systems. White panels and designs like mirrors, pictures, glass etc. Low consumption, low running time due to partial storage material inside.

Prevents damp. Contact/showroom: Avda. El Faro, Bl. 75, bajo 9, Torrox Costa, call 952 539 742, sscharler@gmx.de, www.redwell.com Business, Stops mould. Reduces Condensation.

Cheap to run. Contact us on 951258010 / 635445279.

Try before you buy. Email: sales@infrasol.eu.com

HORSE RIDING/TOURS whorse Riding Finca Don Carmelo, Periana. Guided horseback rides into the sierras, through olive and orange groves and down to lake viñuela.

Well behaved horses, all levels. Call 652200702 www.fincadoncarmelo.com

HOUSE CLEARANCES wCarousel Second hand Furniture, Vinuela Pueblo (Under Cajamar Bank), access via steps at side of bank, or slip road behind bank. Open Mon - Fri 9.30am - 2pm Call Gilly: 625 827 193 wCash paid. For House and Garage Clearance. Best prices. Get quote. All items considered.

Contact Ernie or Martin 616 812 765 / 690 854 154

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INSURANCE winsurance Essential Cover SL provide all types of insurance for your personal and business needs - Over 15 years’ experience in UK and Spain.

Call Gaynor on 951 390 700 Email: admin@essential-cover.com or visit our website: www.essential-cover.com

INTERNET SERVICES wRiosat SL,High speed reliable internet & telephone services for home, businesses, offices, hotels, bars & restaurants etc. SDSL packages available. We also offer Movistar mobile dongles foranyone in a Movistar 3G/4G coverage area.Call: 951239310/626679018.

Email: info@riosat.com Web: http//www.riosat.com wTooway Fast internet for everyone. SuperFast 18 MB Satellite Internet available anywhere. Tel: 667 440 632 wTechno-Vision, 3G/4G high speed internet with unlimited data usage. Centro Comercial El Zoco, Nerja.

Tel: 952 520 946 (Mon-Fri 10am-2pm) Mob: 657 066 782 & 649 915 289. Web: www.techno-vision.es Email: info@techno-vision.es

INTERNET TELEVISION (IPTV) wiPTV television No frills just like the good old days but up to date Tv service. info@iptvspain.es Tel: 951 390 567

INTERPRETERS winterpreter - English/Spanish - based in vélez-Málaga. English nationality, but fluent Spanish and extensive experience. Inexpensive hourly rates.

Confidentiality guaranteed. Call Toni to discuss your requirements. 952557733 / 606010580 wTranslator/interpreter service. For any situation where a Spanish speaker is required, eg: Town Hall, Hospital, NIE, Residencia, Social Security, ITv, reading and translating letters, written translations etc.

Reasonable rates. Call Mariam on 633 637 774

KENNELS AND CATTERIES wThe Dog house While you are away on holiday or a weekend break, your dogs live in our house alongside our dog. Large play area, lots of country walks.

Pet collection/del. service. vet services on call. Gourmet meals if required. 'Only the best for your pal'.

Ring: Phil 649 079 321 Comares/Benamargosa.

Email:philipclayton_1@msn.com Ex cat & dog airlines.UK. Recommended. Refs available.

whome From home Dog Boarding at my 10,000m2 finca in Riogordo. No kennels just lots of excercise, fun and cuddles. Also within 15km daily home visits for dogs, cats, horses. Call: 678 189 019 or e-mail: riogordo@mail.com www.homefromhome.weebly.com.

LAUNDERETTES Bubbles Launderette Calle Manuel Marin 1, Nerja. open 9am - 5pm Mon - Fri, 9am - 1pm Sat for all your laundry needs. Offering a free collection & delivery service for the nerja area. Call now on 665539256

LAWYERS wCarmen Silvia, Spanish solicitors, English Spoken, Torrox Costa, Urb. Costa del Oro local 8, (very near Nota-ria Office). Free initial consultation, 952 967 004 Email: info@cslawyers.es www.cslawyers.es wAxarquia Solicitors 15 years helping expats and non-residents –Offices in Nerja & velez-Málaga. 952 901 225 mail@axarquiasolicitors.com or ring Melanie Elst on 685589802 for a free no obligation appointment

MAINTENANCE wi.C. Services (New builds, restorations, plumbing, painting & maintenance) English - Colin 692 300 396 Spainish - Ian 633 587 148 Email: icservicesinformation@gmail.com

MARKET GOODS wMr Clutter Wants your Goods, House and garage clearances, shops and bars - old stock, any item considered. Call David: 686 375 089 - or if preferred email a list to cullimores@hotmail.com. Cash available and efficient service, Now buying Antiques,Gold & Jewellery.

MECHANICS wFully Qualified City & guilds Mechanic, Servicing, Camshaft drive belt and much more. ITvs and ITv work carried out. Call: 696 578 771 or email: themechanicvinuela@yahoo.com

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The Sentinella Paginas MEDICAL CENTRES wSimpleCare: a perfect way to access affordable private healthcare services at a fraction of the normal cost, specialist consultation from €24, annual membbership €59. www.getsimplecare.es, Tel 952532023, email info@getsimplecare.es wMedical Centre and Dental Specialist a team with over 25 years of experience, 5 languages spoken, available 24hrs. Block 88, Torrox Costa.

English, German, French, Russian. Call: 952 530 357 www.centromedico24.com

METALWORK wMetalwork made to measure - Gates, Doors, Rejas. M.O.T. welding and on-site repairs. All areas. Also building work. All work guaranteed. We support the Axarquia Animal Rescue Charity. Andy: 952 517 502 or 676 719 066

MOBILITY PRODUCTS wBlue Badge Mobility.S.L Hire & Sales of Mobility Scooters, Wheelchairs, Bathroom aids, Toilet Aids, Stair Lifts, Long term rentals, Best prices on the Costa. Quality Service. Contact Gary Or Sara 952967015 /635445279 www.bluebadgemobility.com

MOTORCYCLE REPAIRS wRods motorcycles. Mobile motorcycle service and repairs. From scooters to superbikes. All makes and models. Factory trained technician. Contact 633 287 190.

Advertise Here For Just: 3 months 30 euros 6 months 40 euros 12 months 60 euros OPTICIANS wheiko by heiko, Avda Andalucia 119, Torre del Mar 952 967 923

PAINTERS wProfessional Painting interior - Exterior Father and Son team offer the highest standards of workmanship 26yrs. on the Costa del Sol. Only the finest paints and materials used which allows for a genuine guarantee against fading and flaking Mobile: 608 801 214

PLUMBERS wJust Plumbing. Just a quick and reliable plumbing service. Just a reasonably priced local business. Just polite, prompt and tidy. Just phone Dave on 689 647 849. Discounts in Riogordo, Colmenar, Comares.

wAndy Mann Uk Corgi-registered Domestic Water and Gas services. All areas covered. Combi boiler technician. Emergency Breakdowns Tel: 633 875 588 Email: andymann_genesis@yahoo.co.uk wgeneral plumbing and repairs, solar energy and air conditioning and sale of materials, installation and exhibition of baths. quote without commitment, paint work, reforms in general. Torrox Costa. Tel.: 952530121 Mobile : 675 837 255 691 603 636 e-mail : fontaneriapulido@Hotmail.com website : www.fontaneriapulido.es

PRINTER INK CARTRIDGES wink Cartridges for all makes of Printers. Original or Compatible. Tuesdays: Jardines del Trapiche Market.

Fridays: Chiringuito Antonio Market, Puente don Manuel or call for free delivery 627 242 977 email: sales@printerink.es

PROPERTY RENTALS wBuy A home Spain C/ Pintor Cipriano Maldonado 7A, Edificio Salares, 29740, Torre del Mar Call: 952 547 554 or 680 210 414. Email: info@buyahomespain.com Website: www.buyahomespain.com

RECONNECTIVE HEALING wReconnective healing enables us to regain an optimum state of harmony & balance, functioning on all three levels, physical, emotional & spiritual.This type of healing is relaxing, soothing & restorative. Tracey Webb is a Foundational Practitioner of Reconnective Healing. To make an appointment contact: 652 281 141 www.reconnectivehealingfrequency.com

REMOVALS wMan with A Van, 7.5 tonne capacity, Ikea collections and fitting long and short haul, also roofing and decorating services. Call Steve 633 337 619 Email: swtransit@gmail.com wTransportation to Uk to Spain to Uk. Whole van loads or single items. Good rates. Regular trips. Also local removals. Call Graham: 620 353 594 Email: vgcasacolor@gmail.com

RENT A CAR wRent a Car Estrella Rent Delivery and collection at Malaga airport or in your location. Automatic cars. Unlimited kilometers, full insurance, vAT and additional driver included. www.estrellarent.com estrellarentweb@gmail.com - 952 511 209

RESTAURANTS wTaj Mahal (Torre del Mar) Avenida Andalucia,Bloque Jupiter, Pasaje Timon 2, Calle Timon, Torre del Mar Tel: 952 547 798 or 665 675 053 wTaj Mahal (Puente don Manuel) Next door to Chiringuito Antonios, venta Baja Tel: 952 510 886 / 667 934 731

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SWIMMING POOLS

wTaj Mahal (Torrox Costa) Ctra vacional - 340 next to Post Office. 952 534 972 / 634 051 635

wAquamarine Pools - Maintenance, Technical Service, Installations, Repairs, Diagnostics & Consultations. Email: aquamarinepools@hotmail.com Tel: 600 811 355 www.aquamarinepools.eu

wRestaurant Caribe, Bloque 7, Local 13, Costa del Oro, Torrox Costa. Tlf: 952 530 831

SATELLITE T.V. wTotal Satellite installations Call Phil on: 629 556 266. Email:philbraid@hotmail.com wSky Costa Certified aerial/satellite installer. For all your satellite needs. Call for a free no obligation quote: 667 440 632 or email: skycosta@live.com wSky Shop Torre del Mar. Call: 667 235 205 or 952 541 147 wSat. Co. BBC & ITv for free & Sky Digital, dishes, alignments, installations. We also sell HD Tvs. Call Tom 7 days a week for service. 657 484 853. All equipment delivered, installed & guaranteed for 2 years. Free demos every Sat. 2pm Technomate &Tv repair service wTechno-Vision, Tv Packages, Receivers & Computer Repairs. Centro Comercial El Zoco, Nerja. Tel: 952 520 946 (Mon-Fri 10am-2pm) Mob: 657 066 782 & 649 915 289. Web: www.techno-vision.es Email: info@techno-vision.es

SECOND HAND SHOPS wSweethome Second hand Shop. Second hand furniture and decoration, Bric a Brac, etc. We also buy your unwanted furniture and undertake house clearances with delivery service or pick up.

Email: sweethome-torrox@hotmail.com. Contact Patricia: 625255487. Jardines del Mar del Penoncillo, BLQ 32, Torrox Costa

SECURITY wPERFECT Alarm S.L., Caleta de velez. High quality security systems, like video surveillance, alarm systems, perimetric protection systems, home automation. Worldwide surveillance of your property. If requested, we are licensed to connect to a monitoring station. We speak English and German. Call Mr. Martin on 608 517 661

SOLICITORS wDel Prado & Partners, specialists in many areas of Spanish Law. Call: 952 52 72 74 / 952 52 17 47 www.delpradoandpartners-es.com

STORAGE/ PARKING wCaravans/boats storage + general storage. 24hr security, best rates. Caravan storage from under 1€ a day. Long term discounts also available.

Almayate Costa N340. Tel: 680 180 468

TAXIS w 24 hour Taxi - English speaking. Call Javi on 653 917 004 wNeed a Taxi, call Luis Gonzalez - Airport Services Algarobbo/Torrox area Call 606 15 33 23 / 628 23 91 83 or e-mail: taxi-miguel@Hotmail.com

TELEVISION SERVICES want your T.V Channels back? We have two options via internet or via satellite dish. All areas covered. Call: Paul Anderson (Senior Engineer) 657 081 469 or 952 464 378 www.skydigital.es

T-SHIRT PRINTING wTees & Polos Embroided & printed, TShirts & Polo Shirts. Great prices. Free design Call: 664 210 468 Email: sales@thesentinella.com

UPHOLSTERY wFabric warehouse Malaga For all your interior and exterior upholstery needs. Transform your sofa, cushions, curtains and patio furniture, covers for jetskis, motorbikes, cars, trailers etc. Tel: 608 052 385

VETS wPet Vet Clinic La Herradura, vaccinations, X-Ray, Dentistry, Operations, Pet Shop & More... C/Alhambra Nº3, La Herradura. Tel: 609 977 564

WEB DESIGNERS wSpanglish webs, Web designs, Database Programmes, Hosting, Domains, Real Estate Sites, English – Spanish Translation. All at realistic prices.

Call Rachel: 951 70 46 27 or 691 660 187 Website: www.spanglishwebs.com Email: info@spanglishwebs.com

WINDOW TINTING wMobile service itv legal Solar reflective tint for glass curtains, balconies, yachts stop fading, heat ,glare, save money on cooling make living in the sun comfortable.

958 496 571-644 546 176 solarshadetinting@gmail.com

Avda. Andalucia, 125-A, Torre del Mar Tel: 952 547 601 / 649 123 068 www.casa-terreno.com info@casa-terreno.com Uk number: 0044 207 048 2357

La Viñuela

(152m2 Plot 6,478m2)

Ref.: R-4027

Beautiful villa with views of the mountains and Lake viñuela. The excellent accommodation offers a spacious living room with fireplace, dining room, a modern kitchen and a storage room.

It also has 3 bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and 3 bathrooms. The outside area has a beautiful garden with fruit trees (olive trees) and it has 2 terraces and a private pool. Air conditioning, fan, central heating, internet and telephone are present. The windows are double glazed and have blinds and mosquito nets. The villa is protected by an alarm system, it has a private parking for 6 cars and is furnished

Price: 300,000€

Algarrobo (136m2 Plot 4,800m2)

Ref.: R-4034

Beautiful villa with panoramic views to the mountains and to the beach in Algarrobo.

The excellent accommodation offers a spacious living room with fireplace, dining room, a modern kitchen, a storage room and laundry. Also has 3 bedrooms with built in wardrobes and 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite). The outside area has a beautiful garden with a barbecue place and has a terrace and private pool. Air conditioning is present. The windows are double-glazed. The villa is protected by an alarm system, the plot is closed, it has private parking and is furnished

Price: 289,000€

BENAMARGOSA

FP0301 A spacious, reformed, four bedroom finca of some 160m2 with many rustic features, 5,000m2 plot, private pool and enjoying a tranquil, private location

REDUCED - 180,000€ wiShiNg ALL OUR FRiENDS AND CLiENTS A hAPPY AND PROSPEROUS NEw YEAR!

NERJA

FP0991

SAN JUAN DE CAPISTRANO A bright and airy two bedroom apartment on the edge of this popular urbanisation with large south and west viewing sun terrace and easy, convenient parking

180,000€

PERIANA

FP0226

A fully reformed, two-bedroom townhouse with roof terrace close to all amenities in the town.

Partial air conditioning, to be sold fully furnished REDUCED TO SELL 59,000€

Calle Dr Fleming, 1 Nerja. 29780 Tel: 952 52 41 40 Mob: 637 278 306 / 606 087 362