Scandinavian ‘greyhounds’ love the Costa del Sol. Most of the estimated 80.000 Scandinavian dwellers on the Costa live west of Malaga, in Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Fuengirola,Mijas, Marbella, and Estepona.
Features
editorial columns by feature writers
The Parot Doctrine
by Maria Teresa Velasco •
During last year and especially during the last two months Spanish medias have been talking about the doctrina Parot (the Parot doctrine).
Residential Home & Care Questionaire
by Vivienne Hughes •
Many expats along the coast feel obliged to return to their own countries when they can no longer live independently, as they often think there are no proper services in place for them here and they are left with little option other than leaving behind what has now become their home.
RBL Remebrance Day
by RBL •
On Friday 8th November we held our Poppy Ball at the Caves restaurant in Nerja on a beautiful evening which was surprisingly warm for the time of year and we were able to enjoy the sunset while enjoying canapés and drinks, before going in to the ballroom.
The Sinking of Alfamar
by Gazette Reader •
You carried a letter in your November edition contrasting the respective situations of the Alfamar and Carmenes del Mar urbanisations in respect of work being undertaken, or otherwise, by various arms of government to stabilise the hillsides on which they sit.
Holy Ouch!
by David Darby •
So, you’re extremely annoyed with your government and you want to protest this discontent in a way that will gain publicity and perhaps turn peoples minds to your way of thinking. Maybe you could chain yourself to the railings of parliament, parade naked in front of a government building or even incite a riot. How about stripping naked in Red Square, Moscow and nailing your testicles to the ground.
Taxi!
by David Darby •
Taxi number 23 is a 24-hour service and they are happy to do local or long distance jobs. Of course, they will do your transfers for you as well from the airport for example, but also the ports and bus stations.
Celebrate Christmas at Casa Bates
by Louise Powell •
Thinking where you can hold your company Christmas Lunch? Have a look what Casa de los Bates, near Motril, has to offer.
Unfortunate Record
by Martin Myall •
There is a very popular tourist attraction in Norway called Preikestolen, also known as the pulpit; a stunning vertical cliff face amounting to a 600 metre drop. Until now, nobody’s fallen off. However, a Spanish tourist has now become the first.
Harping On!
by Gazette Reader •
Do not shake my hand when next we meet… unless you want stinky fingers as well!