On the 5th of September it was announced that a further 300 free parking spaces would be converted to blue-zone parking behind the San Cristóbal beach road.
Granada Costa
news from the Costa Tropical (Granada): Almunecar, La Herradura, Motril & Salobrena
Mayor Out-Foxed?
by Editor •
The Public Prosecutor is recommending a 21,600-euro fine for the Mayor for having allegedly called the then socialist opposition leader, Rocio Palacios, a ‘Zorra,’ (bitch/slut/vixen).
Fruit Crop Theft
by Editor •
Chirimoya farmers in the valley are asking for help to tackle a wave of crop thefts. They are, as can be imagined, sick and tired of working all year to produce a crop only for it to be stolen off the trees before it is even ripe.
Juventudes Musicales
by David Darby •
2009/2010 Juventudes Musicales concert agenda begins on the 14th of October at the Almuñécar Casa de la Cultura at 20.00h, when the Trio Valentino from Germany will perform. The Trio Valentino is made up of father, mother and the 11-year-old son, who is a veritable musical protégé! Then, on the 26th, the Joven Orquestra de…
Tropical Tones
by David Darby •
Tropical Tones Chorus participated in the first Spanish Harmony national ‘En Armonia’ From a small beginning in January 2006 when five men met in a café, to attending ‘En Armonia’ in Torrevieja, with a chorus is a great achievement. Eleven other choruses and quartets attended from all over Spain. The camaraderie of being with over…
Urbanisation Laws
by David Darby •
A new book called, Commonhold Law in Spain – Horizontal Property Act 49/1960 – Text, cases and materials, is now available. The purpose of this new book is to provide a practical guide for officers and owners of communities in Spain. The manual refers frequently to provisions of the law helping its user understand the…
TCL Spanish Courses
by David Darby •
Tropical Coast Languages, have more than 15 years experience in the teaching of Spanish as a foreign language, and they meet all the quality standards and legal requirements necessary. The centre has five fully equipped classrooms, and all the teaching material required for any of courses. The wide range of courses (intensive starting any Monday…
Mirador de Cerro Gordo
by David Darby •
The ever lovely Alix and the rather dashing Kevin at the Mirador de Cerro Gordo wanted me to impart to you all, that they are now open from Tuesday through to Sunday lunch. Also, that the a la carté menu is now available during lunchtimes, as well as the lovely light lunches. Take note that…
Califa Tossers!
by David Darby •
You are really going to love this… No, honestly, if you never really got the Dangerous Dave tag, well you will now! Firstly, I would like to point out, that although the following sounds a bit ‘off the wall’ or even crazy, I personally think it’s an innovative and boundary pushing idea, so let’s see…
La Ventura Menus
by David Darby •
Just a quick mention for some forthcoming menus to tempt your taste buds from those clever guys at La Ventura. The first, which will be served on the 23rd and 24th of October is as follows: Rabbit in Brine on a Tropical Salad. Loin of Venison – as prepared by Grandma Yogurt Curd in a…