Everyday Scenes of Life in Town and Country in the Poniente Granadino, 30th Sept – 16th Oct 2010 Building on the fabulous success of last year’s exhibition, which was attended by hundreds of Spaniards and many other nationalities alike, this September sees the second edition of the Con Otros Ojos exhibition, organised in conjunction with…
Rent In Almuñécar
by Mette Owens •
If you, or your friends and family, are looking for rental accommodations in the area, the people to see are Didier Arnauts and Claudine Gendre from Rent In Almuñécar. The team (who speak French, English, Spanish and Dutch), specialize in full-service, year-round rentals of beautiful vacation properties in the area.
Spectrum Satellite Services
by Nicola Westby •
Andy from Spectrum Satellite Services told me about a fantastic special offer that is available to customers who purchase any new installation package from him, between September 2010 and December2010. He is offering an extended 12-month guarantee on all equipment. Not bad eh?
Weightwatchers
by Nicola Westby •
I caught up with an old colleague of mine this week, Candace Edwards, who runs the Weightwatchers meetings every Wednesday morning in Nerja. We were chatting about the extent of Weightwatchers as a company and that 2 years ago they launched the programme in China.
Vuestra Casa
by Nicola Westby •
When passing through La Herradura, I noticed Nico had a brand-new sign outside his shop advertising his wares! So when I called in to see him we had a chat about the various types of jobs he has done and enjoyed.
Mapfre, Almuñécar
by Nicola Westby •
(NW) Whether it be car, health, home, motorcycle, holiday or pet insurance, a goof place to go is Mapfre. This very large insurance company has gone from strength to strength and has a strong presence in Spain, throughout Europe and Latin America. They employ nearly 17,000 people here in Spain and another 16,000 in America.…
Mengel & Partners
by Mette Owens •
The firm has existed for more than ten years in Marina del Este, but the team has more than 20 years experience in the market. They have built an outstanding reputation based on professionalism, quality and impeccable pre-&-after-sales service.
Jeannot
by Mette Owens •
Pepe has the wickedest sense of humour and probably the best fish dishes and tapas in town. It’s also the town watering hole for most. Jeannot isn’t just a bar; it’s an institution. If you haven’t been to Jeannot, you haven’t been to La Herradura – it’s that simple
Letter to the Editor
by Editor •
Letter to the Editor Following a recent heart attack, subsequent operation plus a dog moving onto my land and having with six puppies, I would like to extend by sincere thanks to all the friends Carol, James and I have made over the last 7 years in Almuñécar, for their help and assistance for us…
British Embassy Newsletter (Sept.)
by Editor •
You might remember from previous editions of the newsletter that those in receipt of a UK State pension or benefit, as well as those who have recently made national insurance contributions in the UK, may be entitled to a form from the UK (now known as an S1), which gives them full, free access to the Spanish healthcare system.
A-7 Rescued?
by Editor •
The question is; whom do you believe? The Government states one thing but the facts on the ground indicate another – the opposite, in fact.
Knife Attack
by Editor •
The Guardia Civil in Órgiva arrested a 69-year-old man for allegedly attacking another man with a clasp knife. The 45-year-old victim received three stab wounds. The attack took place in the town square during festival activities, starting off as a heated argument before going nuclear.
Musical Murtas
by Editor •
Just about anywhere else, young kids learn musical instruments to play in a rock band – not so in Murtas, where they are having classes to become wandering minstrels, or troubadours.
VPO’s for Órgiva
by Editor •
Órgiva will have its first VPO’s next year. VPO stands for Vivienda de Protección Official; i.e., government subsidized housing for low-income families.
Forgotten Bargis
by Editor •
Ever heard of a hamlet called Bargis? Well, it’s in the Alpujarra – in fact, it lies within the municipality of Órgiva, although, arguably, it is lost in the 19th Century.