The Almería Focus – September 2025

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A Large Number of Fires

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because of the heatwave, there have been a very high number of serious fires throughout Spain in August, with over 30,000 people evacuated and 350,000 hectares (1,350 sq. miles) affected. Various EU countries sent aircraft to try to contain them. In Andalucía there was a serious fire at the coastal resort of Tarifa in Cádiz and 2,000 people from two hotels, urbanizations and private houses were evacuated for over 24hrs. Relatively minor fires in our area so far occurred in Sorbas, Gérgal and Cantoria that were quickly extinguished.

Two large fires were started because of a lightning strike but disgracefully, many of them were arson. One arsonist was a man who was a temporary firefighter, and the alleged arsonist in Tarifa was a young man admitted to hospital with bad burns on both hands. The Guardia Civil police stated towards the end of August that 27 people had been arrested since June 1st.

The ‘Dreambeach’ Electronic Musical Festival just outside Almería city only attracted just over 90,000 people this year compared to 120,000 last year. Numbers were 160,000 in 2016 and 135,000 in 2023. Both of these were at the Villaricos site.

The much-trumpeted Mojácar new bypass to take long queues of traffic off the Parque Commercial roundabout and the beach road is still not open as there has been a dispute with a property owner. Mojácar town hall point out that the road belongs to the Junta de Andalucía, and whilst it is anticipated that more work will start soon, it will not be open this year.

A reader contacted us to ask if we had any advice as he is repeatedly unable to get an appointment at the ‘foreigners office’ in Almeria city to renew his expired ‘TIE’ resident’s card. This is a problem for various nationalities but it is stated that the right to stay in Spain (as regards UK nationals) comes from the UK / Spanish withdrawal agreement, so these people are still legal residents.

The director of the Maxillofacial department at the Torrecárdenas hospital, Fernando Gálvez, is pleading

with e-scooter users that they must wear a helmet. He states that there are frequent accidents that can be very serious and we expand on this in our ‘In The News’ section.

In Mojácar, Níjar, Pulpí and Zurgena there has been an increase in the ‘Culex pipiens’ mosquitoes that can carry the West Nile virus. The Junta de Andalucía Health Department is working with these town halls to reinforce disinfestation treatments. If one of these mosquitos bites you, in 80% of cases there is no reaction, in 19% there can be short flulike or movement problems for two to five days, but less than 1% of people are in danger of contracting neurological diseases such as encephalitis or meningitis. We explain their advice to try and stop bites happening in our ‘In The News’ section.

We have another item regarding the 15% EU / US tariffs that will affect Spain, but not as badly as some other EU states. The ‘Ibex 35’ Spanish stock exchange has climbed to over 15,000 points, the highest since January 2008. Excellent results for the main banks have helped to achieve this milestone. Analysts in the US are already reported increased costs for consumers for many goods, including food, because of the world-wide tariffs and as predicted, inflation is creeping up.

There are no major national fiesta dates during September and October when official offices, banks and other businesses close. There are local fiestas in Alfaix, Cantoria, Pulpí and Vera during September and Mojácar, Turre, Albox and HuércalOvera have fiestas in October.

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Nearly Another Blackout

On July 16th, between midnight and 4am, there was another major problem with the electricity supply in Spain. REE, the Spanish equivalent of the National Grid, reported an over-voltage event that forced them to take emergency measures. They stated that problems were in south-eastern Spain where there is a large number of photovoltaic solar farms and in the north-west region where there is a large number of wind farms. Increasing the supply from other sources such as gas and nuclear brought this under control. A spokesperson from ‘Aelec’, which include big names such as Iberdrola and Endesa, claims that this type of incident highlights the fragility of the Spanish electricity system, which has been criticised for its inability to manage emergency situations. The Spanish Government has taken drastic measures to address the problems including an investment of 750 million euros to improve the infrastructure. This investment will be used to modernise control systems and increase the capacity to respond to critical situations. One measure that is highly recommended is that solar farms should instal batteries. The cost of these is coming down substantially and they mean that the output is less liable to fluctuate. Also, the owners of the solar farms can release surplus stored energy overnight, when there would normally be no output and no income. Recent reliance on more stable energy sources, such as gas and nuclear, has led to an increase in electricity prices, which directly affects consumers. The rise in electricity bills is a hot topic, especially in a context where the household economy is under pressure from other factors. In July, because more electricity was purchased from gas-fired power stations, the average bill for consumers went up by 14%, the highest cost since last February. There is a major discussion as to whether the planned closure of five active nuclear power stations with seven reactors from 2027 to 2035 is a good idea, but their electricity is quite expensive. Prolonging their life means enormous investments that at present has been vetoed by central government so that the cost is not passed on to consumers. Endesa and Iberdrola have written to the Vice-President and Minister for Ecological Transition, Sara Aagesen, and propose that the ones

due to shut in 2027 and 2028 continue to be in use for another three years. The discussion is stated to be “cordial” and “constructive.” Sara Aagesen has reiterated that any extensions cannot entail an extra cost for consumers. Secondly, that the requirements determined by the Nuclear Safety Council (CSN) in terms of nuclear safety must be met. And finally, it is essential that security of supply is guaranteed in accordance with the requirements of the electricity system operator REE. Both companies have stated that that the current closure schedule implies an added cost for consumers, which would be avoided by extending the life of some plants. The extra cost they suggest depends on where electricity is generated, and renewable energy from solar, wind farms and hydroelectric dams is the cheapest.

Tragic Beach and Sea Deaths

In mid-July there were three deaths on consecutive days in the sea at San Juan de Los Terreros, on a beach in Almerimar, and in the sea in Mojácar. On Wednesday, July 16th a young man from Lorca who had come to take part in a football competition in Pulpí jumped into the sea from the Pichirichi rocks promontory at San Juan de Los Terreros which is a frequent event. On this occasion he was affected by strong currents and friends could not get to him. The emergency services gave him CPR, but he was pronounced dead after this failed. In Almerimar on Thursday, June 17th a 77-year-old woman who was on holiday collapsed on the beach and attempts to revive her were not successful and it was stated that she had suffered a heart attack. On Friday, July 18th a man stated to be age 61 who lived in Sorbas, according to the town hall, was pulled from the sea opposite the Pueblo Indalo in Mojácar after he was seen to have collapsed. Emergency services rushed to the scene including the 061-trauma ambulance based in Vera. The 061 helicopter was scrambled and in the case of Mojácar it lands on the football pitch where a patient in an ambulance is transferred. In this case it was not needed. It was stated that the man was standing in the sea, not swimming. He could not be revived, and it was concluded that he had suffered a heart attack. Tragically, there was a further death a few days later on the same beach. A French surfer, stated to be very experienced, got

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into difficulties and was pulled out of the sea, but the emergency services were unable to revive him. Witnesses stated that there was a red flag flying at the time. In Spain, with any sudden unexplained death in the home, street or on a beach or in the sea, a body cannot be moved until a coroner arrives and authorises this, and there will be an autopsy. Where a death occurs on a beach this can be upsetting for other people and may seem callous, but the coroner has to be located and asked to attend. This is the standard procedure that has to followed in all sudden unexplained deaths. 82% of the victims of drowning are men, with the majority over 65. The difference between the sexes is explained by the fact that men are more likely to get involved in risky situations and have greater vulnerability being elderly, from pathologies that in combination with water can be fatal, such as a heart attack, dizziness, or a rise in blood pressure.

Renewing TIE Cards

A reader has asked the ‘Focus’ magazine if we have any advice regarding the extreme difficulty in renewing the TIE cards that have an expiry date of five years from or before January 1st, 2021. Unfortunately, this is a problem not only for Brits, but other nationalities as well. The primary hurdle is the extreme difficulty in securing an appointment, known as a ‘cita previa’, at the local ‘Extranjería’ (foreigners offices) with the main one for our area in Almería city. He has regularly tried to get an appointment, so far without success. Adding to the problem, recent reforms to Spain’s migration laws have substantially increased the workload for immigration staff resulting in a general backlog. The British Embassy in Spain has had talks with the Spanish Government requesting an increase in the number of available appointments. However, tangible improvements are not yet widely apparent, particularly in major cities. A TIE card can be renewed and become a 10 year one, 30 days prior to the expiry date or within 90 days afterwards. The Citizens Advice Bureau in Spain has stated that “If you moved to Spain before January 1st, 2021, and registered under the Withdrawal Agreement, your residency rights are protected apart from having a valid TIE card. Although the above refers specifically

to holders of permanent residence cards, under the Withdrawal Agreement, the right of permanent residence itself is acquired by law, by lawfully residing in the host State for five continuous years, not by holding the card. Therefore, it is reasonable to conclude that the same principle should apply to those who have reached permanent resident status through five years of lawful residence, even if they are only now updating their cards to reflect this new status. Regarding the loss of residency rights, Article 15(3) of the Withdrawal Agreement specifies: [Once acquired, the right of permanent residence shall be lost only through absence from the host State for a period exceeding five consecutive years]. This means that if you remain living in Spain, you cannot lose your status just because of a delay in renewing your card. So even if your TIE appointment is delayed and your card expires, your legal right to reside continues”.

Almeria Tourism

Figures for July and August have not yet been totalled up, but tourism generated a total of 248.5 million euros in Almeria province between the inclusive months of April to June, according to the Andalusian Tourism Survey (ECTA). This estimate is obtained by calculating the 706,660 tourists who visited the province during the second quarter of the year, with the data on the average stay in the province that was 5.3 days, and the average daily expenditure per person, which is around 66.50 euros according to the survey. The average daily expenditure is an increase of 5.7 percent compared to the same period in 2024 when it was 62.90 euros. As regards Almería airport, during July there were 96,374 passengers, of which 56,902 were international and 39,472 national, so international traffic was 59% of the total. Numbers from the UK totalled 33,516 people, 35% of the airport’s international arrivals up 22% from 2024. Passengers from Manchester, the second major international destination were 9,539 down 20.6% from 2024. London-Stansted brought 4,595 down 0.7%, from Birmingham 4,529 down 0.5% and LondonGatwick 4,454 up 16.7%. Bristol stood out with 3,969 passengers up 198.2%, whilst London-Luton remained stable with 2,793 passengers. Despite this,

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restaurants and bars in our area stated that there was a notable drop in Brits in August. Traditionally, during September, UK tourists are people without children and their spending amount goes up.

The West Nile Mosquito Virus

The delegate of Health and Consumer Affairs of the Junta de Andalucía, Juan de la Cruz Belmonte, came to Mojácar, Níjar and Zurgena town halls during August where the Directorate General of Public Health and Pharmaceutical Regulation had detected circulation of the West Nile virus in ‘Culex pipiens’ mosquitoes caught in traps. He explained that disinfestation treatments have been reinforced and they were making themselves available to the municipalities and the companies in charge “for coordination and help in any type of public health consultation”. He called for calm stating that “80% of the bites of mosquitoes that transmit West Nile virus are asymptomatic with no noticeable health problems at all, in 19% of cases people may have flu-like and self-limiting symptoms for two to five days, and less than 1% develop major problems of severe neurological diseases such as encephalitis or meningitis.” He stated that since mosquitoes are the primary vectors for West Nile virus, preventing mosquito bites is crucial. This can be achieved by using insect repellent containing DEET, wearing long sleeves and trousers especially during peak mosquito activity times (dawn and dusk) and eliminating standing water around your home as this is where mosquitoes breed.

Almería and Carboneras Ports

The Almería Port Authority have presented their figures for the first half of the year, which are very impressive. Overall port traffic increased by 11.84% compared to the same period in 2024, totalling 2.9 million tonnes. Gypsum exports were 1.5 million tonnes up 15.83%, and general ro-ro goods in containers went up by more than 25%. Other general goods increased by 12.3%. Regarding passengers, although the number of passengers fell slightly by 2.4% to 201,639 it is still a good figure considering that 2024 was a year of exponential growth with an annual increase of 17.3%. The number of vehicles that had embarked and disembarked in

Almería Port increased by 1.6% reaching 61,390. Fishing also closed the first six months of the year in very positive terms with the volume of landings amounting to 2,494 tonnes, up 56.2%.

Colgate “Total Clean Mint” Toothpaste

On August 6th, Mexico joined with Argentina, Chile, Brazil and Colombia in banning the sale of this toothpaste. Their health authorities warn that using it can lead to adverse effects such as inflammation of the gums, tooth sensitivity, canker sores or ulcers, as well as an allergic reaction to the ingredients. The Mexican authorities gave the manufactures a period of 30 days to withdraw the product from the points of sale where it was marketed. They also asked users to report if they have suffered any of the side effects, and if they have unused tubes of toothpastes to ask staff at the point of sale to provide them with a different one. At the end of March, in Brazil, they also issued their recommendations for ‘Colgate Total Active Prevention’ toothpaste that had been launched with a new formula in July 2024. They pick out the presence of stannous fluoride that they say is the problem. The purpose of this main ingredient, which is 0.454%, is to fight cavities, gingivitis, and tooth sensitivity. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. National Health Department, use should be avoided for more than four weeks unless a dentist recommends otherwise, be kept out of the reach of children, and to stop using it if gingivitis persists or if symptoms of periodontitis occur. It is still on sale in the US at present.

House Sales

Pedro Sánchez, Spain’s Prime Minister, has said that Spain needs 40,000 homes at a price that young people can afford to buy. Between January 1st and June 30th there were 357,533 home sales registered, the highest number in almost two decades. This is an increase, compared to last year’s data, of almost 20%. The vast majority are secondhand sales with only 20% of new properties. The average value of new and used properties grew by 1.5% in July compared to June with that shows a rise of 11.5% in the last 12 months. The company ‘Tinsa’

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who value properties mostly for mortgages, points out that the increase “has been remarkable” in capitals and large cities. Of course, with continuing rises in cost this doesn’t imply that young people are purchasing a large number and the reverse is probably true.

The 15% EU / Trump Tariff

On July 28th it was announced that the EU as a bloc, had accepted a tariff of 15% in general, and there will be no “reciprocal” tariffs on US goods entering the EU. The 15% will apply to cars and “probably” steel, aluminium and copper that has a 50% tariff at present. In return, the EU has agreed to buy energy such as LPG (liquid petroleum gas) oil and nuclear energy (reactors) to the value of 640 billion euros over the next three years, so until Trump is no longer the President. Ursula Von der Leyen, the EU President, has stated that this will mean that no energy needs to be imported from Russia which is a good thing. Also, to meet the 5% spent on defence and armaments, that NATO countries have agreed to, the EU will buy large amounts of military hardware from the US, without a specific figure at present. Analysts point out that the increased energy and defence purchases are going to be very difficult for the US to police and may well be reduced amounts in reality. Also, the EU has agreed to invest 600 million euros in the US and Trump is now claiming, “And that’s a gift, it’s not a loan, we can invest in whatever we want. They have been taking advantage of us for so many years that it is time for them to pay, and they are going to pay”. He threatens that if this does not materialise, the 15% tariff will go up to 35%. As regards Spain, only 5% of goods are exported to the US so this is better than many other EU states. There will be further negotiations but the calculation from the Bank of Spain is that GDP (Gross National Product) will be affected with a drop of 0.15%. When he was President in his first term there were tariffs on Spanish wine. The US is the second destination country for conventional Spanish bottled wines, only behind the United Kingdom, and the first for sparkling wines, according to the Spanish Wine Federation (FEV). In 2024, sales to the US were a total value of 390 million euros. Olive oil is another

victim, part of agrifood products worth 3.5 billion euros. Of this total, more than 1 billion correspond to olive oil sales. However, more than 30% of the olive oil bought in the US is of Spanish origin, similar to that of olives. With the last tariffs in place, US consumers continued to buy olive oil, even though it had gone up in price. Spanish companies involved in machinery manufacture, electronic and mechanical goods was more than 4 billion euros last year and more than 1 billion euros from the manufacture of stone, plaster, glass and jewellery that will now have the 15% tariff. Ursula Von der Leyen has announced that there are a number of European goods considered strategic ones to which a “zero tariff” will be applied. These include certain chemicals, aviation components, some medicines and chips and some other agricultural products. Spain sells automobile components to other EU states that export them to the US in a different form that will then have the 15% tariff applied. On the other hand, the EU is engaging with other countries to take goods, including Spanish ones, to cut down exports to the US. Pedro Sánchez, Spain’s Prime Minister, has had fruitful contact with China, who consider Spain to be a good country to sell their goods, or open factories. Juanma Moreno, the President of the Junta de Andalucía, was engaged in talks with trade delegations from Japan at the start of July including the proposal that there might be direct flights from Japan to airports in Andalucía that would result in more Japanese tourists. He followed this up with a visit to Japan along with a team to discuss trade expansion, and he claims that talks were very constructive in several areas. The general conclusion by financial pundits in the US is that tariffs, including the 15% from the EU, will eventually mean that wide range of goods are more expensive for consumers in the US.

Buy a Room Don’t Rent It

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90,000 euros depending on whether there is a bathroom, a kitchenette or a balcony. Ownership of the property is divided proportionally according to the m2 of the room plus an equal percentage of the common areas. The sales are done through a notary as normal and put on the Property Register in their name. By the end of 2024 they had achieved sales of 80 rooms totalling 3.4 million euros and a revenue of 1.4 million euros. At present they are not making a profit but expect to do this in 2026 with an estimated 400 sales this year, and they claim that they have 21,000 people on a waiting list. They say that the maths is easy and if a renter pays a monthly rent of 450 euros this is 5,400 euros per annum. As a co-owner, with the same monthly payment, they’ll be generating a property asset. Within five years, they can get more than 20,000 euros over the original purchase price if they want to sell the room, using the money to buy a property, and the company states that they may consider buying back the property to add to their stock. The rooms can be bought upfront, but the most common option for buyers is to take out a loan that is easy to obtain and they work with a finance company. At present, they operate in Barcelona, Marid, Valencia and Granada where rents are high.

More Maternity Leave

Near the end of July, the Spanish Parliament hurriedly passed a new law for maternity leave that the EU had told them had to be done by August 2024. Paternity and maternity leave split between the parents has gone up from 16 to 17 weeks before a child is age one, with two additional weeks for childcare until the age of 8. There are also 3 weeks for breastfeeding taking the combined total to 22 weeks. For single-parent families (80% are mothers) it has been raised to 28 weeks before the age of one with another 4 until the child is aged 8. A parent or single parent can also have up to 8 weeks of unpaid leave before this age primarily, but not exclusively, for illness. The money paid during maternity leave is 100% of wages or a salary, and it comes from the Social Security Department. To satisfy the EU the changes are retrospective for any children born after August 2nd, 2024, because they have been threatening fines from

August 2024 if the law in Spain was not changed. On July 31st the EU announced a fine of 6.8 billion euros and 19.700 euros per day because “Spain has persistently ignored the legal requirement to change the maternity / paternity regulations.” Perhaps, because Spain has made the changes they may get out of having to pay the daily fine?

Electric Car Batteries

The giant Chinese company ‘CATL’ that makes electric car batteries went onto the Chinese stock exchange recently as a public company. Shares purchased amounted to the equivalent of 4,000 billion euros. Some of the money is being used to construct a huge factory in Hungary, part of its plan to produce batteries in Europe for BMW, the Stellantis group and Volkswagen. Also, along with Stellantis they have started to build an electric car battery gigafactory in Zaragoza, with an investment of around 4.1 billion euros. This is part of a trend for Chinese companies to manufacture goods in Europe, so they are “made in the EU”. There are several projects for manufacture in Spain including electric cars. Chinese companies consider that Spain is a good country for expansion, partly because of the integration of Chinese people within Spain, a buoyant economy and subsidies to attract them here.

More ‘Rider’ Problems

Companies in Spain who employ ‘riders’ to deliver items such as food have been forced to make them employees, not self-employed people who work with them. As employees the company has to make Social Security payments for them. The ‘Glovo’ company in Seville has been fined 847,639 euros because 64 non-Spanish riders were not registered with the Social Security system as employees and they lacked any residence or work permits. The first sanction relating to 20 workers and the nonpayment of Social Security amounted to 210,649 euros and the second sanction is for 44 workers and the non-payment of 636,990 euros.

Employed People in Spain

We have previously explained that Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, is committed to welcome non-Spanish migrants as they are needed to cater

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for vacancies in various sectors and contribute to the economy. We comment on this in an article. Figures from the end of the second quarter showed that 22.27 million people were paying into the Spanish Social Security system, and this is a record number with 503,300 more people from April to June. Spanish people in work made up 356,300 of the 503,300. There are now more than 12 million households with all their active members employed, increasing by 290,300 from April to June. People on the unemployment register fell to 10.29%, the lowest since 2008 when the construction crisis occurred. On July 24th, Juana Moreno, the Junta de Andalucía President, announced “a new record” in labour matters by registering “the highest number of people working” in the history of the autonomous community. At the end of June, unemployment fell by 50,600 people in the second quarter to 618,600, some 7.6% less than the first quarter. It is now below the 15% barrier for the first time in 16 years. 70,600 jobs were created bringing the total number of employed people to 3,5 million, the highest number of people in work in a second quarter of any year since records began.

The Ibex 35

The Spanish stock exchange, Ibex 35, was regularly close to 14,200 points during July which is a reflection of good results, profit levels and forecasts, particularly from major companies such as banks. On July 24th the Ibex reached 14,215.8 points after rising 1% at the opening at 9am, boosted by excellent half-year results from Banco Sabadell with a profit of 975 million euros up 23% compared to last year, and Bankinter declared a profit of 542 million up 14%, and there were similar good results from Repsol. The belief that the Central European Bank will probably reduce their interest rate this September also helped the rise. Apart from this, the excellent figures for people in work and a reduction in the unemployed helped. We comment on this in another news item. After the 15% tariffs were announced for the EU, and Spain has far less exposure than many other EU countries, the Ibex peaked at 14,705 points on August 8th, the highest since 2008. The interest rate on Spanish 10yr bonds also dropped to 3.208%. A low percentage shows

that investors were keen to buy them, and they can be traded like shares. Germany had breathed a sigh of relief as the 15% directly affects their substantial automobile exports and the tariff is the same for Japanese and South Korean cars. Spain does not export any cars to the US, partly because of the exorbitant cost of shipping them. The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, and President Donald Trump agreed on more US cars being imported into the EU, but many of them lack the certification that will be needed.

Booming Agriculture

In July the Ministry of Agriculture announced the figures from the 2024-2025 season in Almería province. Stone, marble and synthetic products are a very important sector for production and exports, but agriculture is the main industry. The figures show 3.7 billion euros in exports, 14% better than the 2023-2024 period and the total tonnage was 2.5 million which was an increase of 5%. In terms of the value of the products marketed, peppers stand out with a value of 1.43 billion euros, up 25%, tomatoes with a value of 908 million euros, up 18%, cucumbers with a value of 677 million euros, up 32.5%, watermelons with a value of 478 million euros, up 34%, and courgettes with a value of 373 million euros was up by 3.5%. The total production sold in Spain and abroad was 4 billion tonnes, up 2.3%. This season, the total production area was 62,743 hectares (242 sq. miles), up 2%. Products grown under cover took up 127 sq. miles but provide a winter and spring double cycle. The Secretary General of Agriculture, Manuel Gómez, stated that “these figures show the excellent potential to continue positioning ourselves in the national and international market.” Germany is traditionally the main market for Almeria’s fruit and vegetables worth 1.4 billion euros, France with 468.77 million euros, the UK with 441.28 million euros, the Netherlands with 425.26 million euros and Poland, a relatively new market, with 192.73 million euros.

Marriages in Almería Province

Spain considers that the predominant religion by far is Roman Catholicism. Figures recently published from last year in our province show that 82%

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(1,881) were “civil” marriages and only 18% (434) took place in church. As regards the nationality of the couples, out of the 2,416 marriages, some 1,891were between Spaniards. In 446 cases one of them was a foreigner, and in 70 marriages both were non-Spanish. By age, on 232 occasions the bride and groom were the same age, while in 439 the difference was one year, and two years in another 353. 275 couples had an age difference of 10 years or more. In global terms, the number of marriages registered last year in Andalucía was 32,467 which was 0.5% less than in 2023. Some 4,511 marriages had a spouse of foreign nationality, and 31,248 were between people of the opposite sex. In our province last year, 1,219 were same-sex marriages, 3.8% of the total. 53.7% of these were between women and the other 46.3% were between two men.

A Booming Aerospace Industry

The Andalucía aerospace sector had a turnover of more than 2.9 billion euros in 2024 with 15,496 direct jobs. This is an increase of 6.84% compared to 2023, and in the last decade the turnover has grown by 29.86%. It is made up of 148 companies with 105 in Seville, 23 in Cádiz, 13 in Málaga, three in Córdoba, two in Jaén, one in Huelva and one in Granada, and the military version of the Airbus is assembled in Seville. At the start of August, the Swiss aeronautical multinational ‘Pilatus’ company, specialising in the production of private jets and military training aircraft, announced plans to build a second jet component factory at Carmona in Seville. A regional subsidy of 2.23 million euros is promised with an initial investment of 8.93 million euros. There will be a workforce of about 50 people at the start-up that in the medium term will go up to 500. The Minister of Industry, Jorge Paradela, came to Seville recently and stated that “The Andalucía aerospace industry is in a strategic position to face the great challenges of the sector, including the increase in global demand for civil aviation orders, the increase in European defence spending, and new international programmes for unmanned systems. The CEUS company in Moguer (Huelva), the ATLAS company in Villacarrillo (Jaén) and TRC in Seville have opened up a field for drones that we must transform into new industrial opportunities”.

A company in Seville produce drones that are being bought by the Spanish military. The drone has four missiles and each one is capable of destroying a tank. Drones used in Ukraine are single-use or “kamikaze ones” because they explode when they release their payload. The ones from Seville can be re-programmed in flight when it is considered that they have been detected. If this doesn’t work, they nose-dive to the ground and are destroyed on impact. Spain has agreed to supply NATO countries with anti-drone defence capabilities as the proposal is to have a “drone-wall” system to protect Europe’s eastern borders from Russian attack. The Spanish Ministry of Defence already uses an anti-drone system called Cervus III, from the Spanish company TRC. This is designed to neutralise any drone detected within a range of four kilometres.

BBVA & Sabadell Banks

In May 2024, the large BBVA bank made a hostile take-over bid for the Catalan Sabadell bank. Their offer has been amended several times, and the Spanish government have put forward some conditions to keep the two banks independent for three years, with no collective dismissals or bank branch closures, although they will technically be one entity. Sabadell own the UK TSB bank that had recently been put up for sale. The guide price was 2 billion euros but Barclays bid 3 billion and Banco Santander bid 3.1 billion so this offer was been accepted. Sabadell shares have gone up by 5% with a large shareholder dividend promised, so BBVA may have to make an increased offer. It is expected that some of Sabadell’s shareholders will quicky sell to get the increased value, rather than wait for the merger that will further complicate it. The fusion will make it the largest bank in Spain.

A Cooler Car

If high temperatures continue into September, there is a trick that has been highlighted by the Spanish ‘El Motor’ magazine regarding cars. Their advice is to open the passenger window all the way down, and open and pull the driver’s door quickly several times. It doesn’t have to be closed every time. This forces hot air out and the claim is that it can reduce the temperature by as much as 10 degrees.

In the News

New Traffic Signs

In July, the DGT (Spanish Traffic Authority) introduced 130 new or modified traffic signs that will be introduced or modified progressively. Existing traffic signs were generally approved in 2003 so many are considered out of date and do not reflect changes in modern traffic. The DGT state that the changes aim to ensure that the road signage system transmits clear, direct messages and is “universally understood”. One new sign shows an electric personal mobility scooter that will be placed in areas where they are not allowed, such as on interurban roads. One current sign shows a steam train with smoke coming out of it, as a warning when there may not be any barriers. This has been replaced by one showing a normal modern train, or metro train, that are common in many cities with rails sunk into the road surface. One new sign warns of the presence of boars that are the chief cause of 40% of accidents involving animals. The existing signs that show deer remain the same, accounting for 32% of accidents. One stands out, that warns of the presence of children in the proximity of a school area. The current sign shows a boy holding the hand of a girl who is running after him to school, which has been understood to be “discriminatory”. The new one is completely the opposite and a girl with a pony tail and a larger school bag is running in front of the boy, holding his hand! An existing sign designed to warn of bad visibility, fog, rain or snow in certain areas has some dots in the air round a car. This has often been confused with falling stones and it is also similar to signs for low emission zones. The replacement sign has a number of horizontal lines with only half of the car showing. The octagonal “stop” signs remain the same shape but with much larger letters. The Spanish Road Association, which carries out visual inspections every two years, states that it is necessary to renew 100,000 signs in the state network and another 260,000 in the regional network. This is because most of them have exceeded the six, eight or ten years of warranty from the manufactures of reflective signs that have deteriorated and do not guarantee full visibility at night. They claim that many of them are in a deplorable condition that is dangerous. The new or modified signs will not be

immediately incorporated into the theory tests for obtaining driving permits and licences. After the entry into force of the regulation, a minimum period of three months will be applied before their inclusion in the exams in order to allow the updating of the training manuals and ensure that applicants have the necessary time to adequately prepare for them.

The Largest Drug Seizure

In early 2025, the Spanish National police were contacted by their French counterparts who warned that a criminal organisation was bringing in huge quantities of cannabis from Spain to France in a lorry, for distribution in Europe. The Moroccan anti-drug police were contacted as it was alleged that the articulated lorry came from Nador and then arrived in Almería port on the ferry. A particular lorry was identified and after it left the port in Almería in July, it went on a complicated route, designed to hide the ultimate destination that was in Huércal de Almería. Police raided the warehouse and arrested five people, and an inspection of the cargo revealed that it was carrying water melons and sweet potatoes that were actually made of plastic. Various bales of drugs were concealed in these fake potato sacks that totalled 15.3 tons, with an estimated street value of 105 million euros, the largest haul of drugs discovered in Almería. The lorry was seized along with mobile phones and cash. The National police stated that there were ongoing investigations in France, Spain and Morocco and further arrests were expected. The pallets of watermelons were distributed to local food banks.

So Now You Know...

Hippos Don’t Swim

Hippos have such big and dense bones that they’re barely buoyant at all. They don’t swim and instead, they perform a slow-motion fast walk on a riverbed or on the sea floor. Hippos can even sleep underwater thanks to a built-in reflex that allows them to bob up, take a breath, and sink back down without waking. They are native to sub-Saharan Africa and are mostly herbivorous. Hippos are the third largest land mammals after elephants and white rhinos and can weigh up to 3.300lbs. Male hippos are known as ‘bulls‘, female hippos are ‘cows‘, and babies are ‘calves‘. They are very dangerous and kill an estimated 500 people a year.

Sign Language

Deaf people are known to use sign language in their sleep. A case study of a 71-year-old man with rapid eye movement disorder and a severe hearing impairment showed him using fluent sign language in his sleep, with researchers able to get an idea of what he was dreaming about. Some sign languages are known to have developed spontaneously in small communities. Martha’s Vineyard, an island in Massachusetts, USA, was settled by people carrying a gene causing deafness in the late 17th century. Limited outside contact and inter-marriage led to a high density of deaf individuals that peaked around 1830 to 1840.

Mount Everest

Mount Everest, known locally as Sagarmatha in Nepal and Qomolangma in Tibet, isn’t the tallest mountain on Earth. Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa in Hawaii that are twin volcanoes are taller than Mount Everest because 4.2km of their height is submerged underwater. The twin volcanoes measure 10.2km compared to Everest’s 8.8km but Mount Everest is Earth’s highest mountain above sea level. It was measured in 2020 by Chinese and Nepali authorities as being 8,848.86m, which is 29,031ft and 8.5ins. The Western name is often mispronounced “Ever-est” or “Ev-rest,” despite Sir George Everest’s surname being “EVE-rest.”

Bats Aren’t Blind

Despite the famous idiom, “You are as blind as a bat”, they can actually see, but they still use their even more famous echolocation to find prey. Bats can be found on nearly every part of the planet except in extreme deserts and polar regions and more than 1,400 species are currently recognized world-wide. Some fossilised remains date to approximately 52 million years ago. Bats aren’t seen as one of the most exciting or loveable animals and in fact, many people are afraid of them with their bad reputation for being creatures that lurk at night. The idea that they are vampires has been deeply seeded into various cultures.

The Oldest Hotel

The Nishiyama Onsen Keiunkan hotel in Yamanashi, Japan, holds the Guinness World Record for being the oldest hotel in the world. This status was given to it in 2011 because records dated back to when it opened and was founded by Fujiwara Mahito in 705 A.D. He was the son of an aide to the 38th Emperor of Japan, Emperor Tenji. Since then, it’s been in the hands of 52 generations of the same family for more than 1,300 years thanks to a practice common in Japan known as “adult adoption.” This method allows a capable employee, who is deemed fit to take over the hotel as the owner ages, being adopted into the owner’s family.

The Barbie Doll

The first Barbie was created in 1959, available as a blond or brunette, by Ruth Handler. Together with her husband, Handler co-founded the Mattel Toy Company. According to the story, Handler watched her daughter play with paper dolls with friends and noticed that they were playing “future” instead of “present” scenes and they depicted adults. She developed the new doll inspired by a famous German doll that she had discovered during a trip. The doll was christened Barbie after her daughter, Barbara, and when Ken was invented later it was named after her son. Last year, Mattel had sold over a billion Barbie dolls, their most profitable item.

New Personal Mobility Vehicle Regulations

Personal mobility vehicles (‘PMV’) are primarily e-scooters, and in the last three years their use has mushroomed. The total number in Spain is estimated to be “at least” seven million.

There has been a lack of national regulations for some time, but the Spanish Parliament has passed an amendment to the Automobile Insurance Law. From next January, owners are obliged to have a civil liability insurance policy that already applies to all other vehicle owners. When e-scooters are involved in an accident and the driver is to blame, the third party that can be a person, vehicle owner, or owner of premises, has great difficulty in claiming compensation. In the case of minors, the parent or guardian is responsible. In extreme cases the driver or parent has declared themselves insolvent to avoid a high compensation. In other cases, their assets have been seized. Most insurance companies now offer this type of cover or more comprehensive ones.

Also, it has been proposed for some time that town halls should keep a register of owners, but before next January 2nd, the ‘DGT’ (The Spanish Traffic Authority) will introduce their own national database to include PMVs which already applies to all other vehicles except bicycles.

An existing “hole” in national requirements is the obligation to wear a helmet. The director of the Maxillofacial Department at the Torrecárdenas hospital, Fernando Gálvez, is pleading with e-scooter users that they must wear one. He states that almost every day, in their accident and emergency department, there are people who have had a collision on an e-scooter, usually with a vehicle, and 60% have facial or skull injuries that can be severe. They may need surgery under anaesthetic and hospitalisation for several days. Other injuries with e-scooters are fractures that need surgery to insert plates or screws.

He states that before e-scooters, these types of injuries were almost nil and usually applied to an

elderly person who had experienced a bad fall, or people or pedestrians involved in a serious traffic accident. He points out that the 25km/h limit in place for new e-scooters is still a dangerous speed, and if everybody wears an approved helmet the statistics they are experiencing will reduce drastically. Along with many other municipalities in our province, it is only “recommended” in Almería City and Granada, but in Valencia, Barcelona, Málaga and Córdoba it is compulsory.

The local police in Almería city have continual checks on e-scooters. Figures for this year cannot be calculated at present, but there were 268 accidents in 2022, 405 including one death in 2023 (51% more), and 273 in 2024 up until the end of July. In the same 3 periods 22, 25 (14% more) and 22 people needed prolonged hospitalisation. Accidents that did not result in a stay in hospital were 263, 402 (53% more) and 264. E-scooters cannot travel on non-urban roads but out of those who ignored this, accidents were 3, 4 and one death.

In June this year 52 people were fined in Almería city, and the illegal activities included driving against the traffic flow, on pavements, using a mobile phone or wireless music, not dismounting on zebra crossings, ignoring traffic signs, no lights or reflective jackets at night or two people on one e-scooter. Fines are generally 200 euros, up to 1,000 euros if under the effect of alcohol, and 1,000 euros and the confiscation of the scooter if positive for drugs. The local police go to schools to explain the regulations and also the highway code, completely unknown to most pupils.

Major Changes at Schengen Borders

Changes will begin to come into force on October 12th for all countries not in the EU including the UK. Instead of getting your passport stamped, there are biometric checks. Passengers have to have their fingerprints taken and faces scanned at an EU border

The Entry/Exit System (EES) scheme will not be fully implemented until April 10th 2026. The EU website states, “The Entry/Exit System (EES) will be deployed gradually across the external borders of the 29 European countries over a period of 6 months. European countries will introduce the collection of biometric data in phases including the collection of biometric data such as facial image and fingerprints. This means that they may not be collected at every border crossing point right away, and their personal information will not be registered in the system. Passports will continue to be stamped as usual. This progressive implementation will last until April 9th 2026 when the EES will be fully operational at all external border crossing points of the European countries using the system”.

Whether you are travelling by plane, boat or train, there will be places for scanning your fingerprint and taking a photo. This will be valid for three years once you have initially provided the data. After this, the process will be much quicker as you will only need to get your data verified when travelling. Many people are worried about long queues which may form when the system is first introduced, as providing data and checks can take several minutes.

The UK government has been working closely with the European Commission, Member States, local authorities and the travel industry to prepare ports for EES. The government is helping ports and carriers to ensure EES registration is simple for people travelling to the Schengen area. They are giving Eurostar, Eurotunnel and the Port of Dover £3.5 million each, to spend on registration kiosks and infrastructure. UK and non-EU travellers using Eurostar from London St Pancras International will

need to use self-service pre-registration kiosks, which will be located in three areas of the station, before going through the ticket gates. UK and non-EU travellers using Eurotunnel at Folkestone will be directed to a purpose-built pre-registration area to use self-service pre-registration kiosks, before continuing to embark on their journey.

Sailings on Cruise Ships that start and finish their journey outside of the Schengen area (i.e. at UK ports) will generally be exempt from EES checks, including any day trips into the Schengen area that are part of the planned itinerary. Travellers who disembark a cruise within the Schengen area, and travel on to a further destination, including an alternative port, or by other means, will need to complete EES checks when leaving the ship. Any travellers boarding a cruise within the Schengen area will need to complete EES checks at their initial port of entry to the Schengen area.

The EES scheme is part of wider plans that the EU is doing to strengthen their border security. In 2026, the EU is expected to start operations of the new European Travel Information and Authorisation System (ETIAS). No action is required from travellers at this time and the EU will announce the specific date for the start before the launch. When ETIAS is introduced, you will need to apply for authorisation to enter Schengen area countries if you have a UK passport. You need to provide personal information and details about your trip, and pay a 20 euro fee, as part of the authorisation process. As yet, there is no indication when Spain will start carrying it out.

Phones and Tablets. EU Press Release.

There are new requirements for mobile phones and tablets sold in the EU. From June 20th, smartphones, conventional mobile phones, cordless phones and tablets marketed in the European Union must comply with new eco-design and energy labelling requirements. The main objective is to increase the useful life of these products and reduce their environmental impact.

Mandatory technical requirements include: Increased resistance to accidental drops and scratches, and protection against dust and water. Longer-lasting batteries that withstand at least 800 charge-discharge cycles, maintaining at least 80% of their initial capacity. Obligation for manufacturers to provide critical spare parts within 5 to 10 working days, for 7 years after the end of the model’s marketing. Availability of operating system updates for at least 5 years from the cessation of marketing of the device. Non-discriminatory access for professional repairers to software required for component replacement

Mandatory energy labelling

Smartphones and tablets must display information about their energy efficiency, battery longevity, protection against dust and water, and resistance to accidental drops. For the first time, a reparability score will also be included in products placed on the EU market.

This labelling system will allow European consumers to make more informed and sustainable purchasing

decisions, according to the EU, and users will be able to access more detailed information on the models through the European Register of Products with Energy Labelling (EPREL) through a QR code included in the new labels.

Expected impact and benefits

According to official estimates published by Brussels, these measures will save almost 14 terawatt-hours of primary energy per year by 2030, which is a third of the current energy consumption of these products. In addition, they will contribute to optimising the use and recycling of critical raw materials. Extending the average lifespan of these devices from 3 to 4.1 years for a mid-range smartphone, will lead to a reduction in annual sales and therefore lower acquisition costs for users. It is estimated that by 2030, the savings in acquisition costs in the EU will be 20 billion euros, which together with 600 million in energy savings and an additional 800 million in repair costs, will result in a net

saving of 21.4 billion euros which is 106 98 euros per household.

The EU considers that these new regulations represent an important step towards a more circular economy in the technology sector, which will favour the durability, repairability and sustainability of everyday devices for millions of Europeans.

Spain and the non-Spanish

Theright-wing Vox political party has published a survey that they state shows that there are too many non-Spanish people living in Spain. Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, entirely disagrees and considers that Spain cannot operate without migrants who boost the economy. The Ministry of Labour has a long list of occupations where vacances are “difficult to fill” and there is a new fast-track procedure for visas and work permits for migrants to address this situation. A new feature is that a work permit can be obtained before they have found employment, instead of having to wait until they have found a job.

Vox claim that out of a total population of 47 million inhabitants there are 9.3 million people who have come from abroad. 3 million have taken Spanish nationality and the remainder keep their own nationality. In 2002 there were 1.66 million, which was only 5.6%. Currently, Latin American countries account for more than 4 million, European countries with 2.4 million, followed by African countries with 1.5 million. Morocco is the main origin and is the only one with more than one million people, and in the last decade they have grown by 50%. A spectacular increase since the pandemic is Colombia with 74% more people, Venezuela with 57% more and Peru with 60% more.

Almost three out of four non-Spanish, 73%, are aged between 20-64 but those born in Spain make up only 53%. The 73% represent 22% aged 20-24, 28% aged 25-35, 26% between ages 3539, and 23% between 40-44, so this is a younger population with a longer working life. One of the main contributions to the rejuvenation of Spanish society are the children of foreign parents. In 30% of births in Spain in 2024, one or both parents were born in another country and 1.5 million children up to the age of 17 born in Spain have at least one foreign parent, 20% of the total. This is not new, it is a stable trend since 2010.

In June, non-Spanish workers paying into the Social Security system (so they are legal) exceeded

3 million for the first time, contributing to a record number. Employment figures for June in Almería province show that more than 7,400 non-Spanish were in work and almost half of those contracts corresponded to the agricultural, livestock, forestry or fishing sectors. The most common occupation is that of agricultural and forestry labourers with a total of 4,747 registered contracts. This category includes those who carry out basic tasks such as fruit and vegetable harvesting, sowing, pruning, clearing or preparing the land. This is hard work, poorly paid in many cases, and the worker usually has little or no previous training. Other sectors with the highest number of non-Spanish were 1,511 in the hotel and catering industry, 554 in construction, 879 in commerce and 293 in administrative and auxiliary activities. Pedro Sánchez considers that in the main, Spanish people do not want to have most of these jobs.

According to an analysis of European data, 54% of non-Spanish with university degrees obtained in Spain are overqualified for the jobs they have obtained below their educational level. Pedro Sánchez states that industry and commerce will increase their productivity and profits if they employ people in this category.

The annual report from the Bank of Spain highlights that from 2019-2024, 76% of all new jobs in Spain went to people born abroad and this is a key factor in meeting the demand in the main sectors where there is greatest need for workers.

Useful Numbers

Emergencies (Multi-lingual) ......................112

Emergencies:

Life Threatening Emergencies ....................061

Other Health Emergencies .......902 505 061

Guardia Civil ............................................................062

Local Police ...............................................................092

Coast Guard .................................................900 202 202

AIRPORTS

Almeria airport .....…...............…902 404 704 / 950 213 700

Alicante airport …...............……913 211 000 / 966 919 000

Corvera airport …….............................................….913 211 000

BRITISH EMBASSY

Madrid ...........................................................................917 146300

BRITISH CONSULATE

Málaga (for this area) ........................................952 352300

UK PASSPORT INFORMATION

www.gov.uk/browse/abroad/passports

EMERGENCY UK PASSPORTS

www.gov.uk/emergency-travel-document

CREDIT CARDS 24hr EMERGENCIES

4B(Visa/Mastercard) ….........902 114400 / 913 626200

American Express …................................................900 814500

Diners Club ….............................................................902 401112

Mastercard ….............................................................900 971231

Servired (Visa/Mastercard) …...........................902 192100

Visa ….............................................................................900 991124

ELECTRICITY

Endesa Enquiries: .....................................(free).800 760333

Breakdowns:.........................(free).900 850840 WATER

Galasa Enquiries: ..................................................950 391200

Breakdowns: ...........................................902 355575

Gestagua (Albox) ....................................................950 120649

GAS

Cepsa (Silver bottles) Leaks ….......................902 100224

Cepsa, information ….......................................902 416416

Repsol (Red bottles) Leaks .......................901 121212

Repsol, information ...........................................901 100100

ITV (Spanish M.O.T. Centres)

Vera, Albox, Veléz Rubio

Central number …………….......................................959 999999

TRAINS

Renfe www.horarios.renfe.es ……..........…….902 240202

HACIENDA (TAX OFFICE)

Huércal Overa .....................950 470209 / 950 471013

FUNERAL DIRECTOR

Albox (Funerarias Teruel) ................................950 430122

Huércal Overa (Colly Fer) ...........................950 616161

Garrucha (Funerarias Funerga) .....................950 460295

Mojácar (Funeraria Pérez) .............................950 478102

Vera (Funeraria Ntra. Sra. de las Angustias) 950390884

HOSPITALS

Huércal-Overa, La Inmaculada .........................950 029000

Almería Torrecárdenas ......................................950 016000

Almería, Vithas, (Virgen del Mar) (Private) 950 217100

LOCAL POLICE

Albox ...........................................................................950 121080

Carboneras .............................................................950 136136

465049

.............................................................................950 390010

TOWN HALLS Albox .............................................................................950 120908

460058 Huércal-Overa ..........................................................950 134900

.......................................................................950 615009

393016

TELEPHONE (Movistar)

TAXIS See Directory pages

MOBILES LOST OR STOLEN

(From any ‘phone) Orange

702611 Vodafone

123000

622622

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AFIRA (Mojácar) ...........................................................622 549019

Asesoría Forte (Vera) ........................950 395778 / 682 372196

Asesoría López (Vera) …….....................................….950 393071

Asesoría Torres (Mojácar) ...........................................950 472748

Asesoría Sánchez Moral (Mojácar) ...........................670 099726

Barbara Caparros Ridao (Vera) ….............................950 390427

CG Legal & Financial (Mojácar Playa) .950 472504 / 670 215926

Cabrera Cervantes (Turre) ................950 099400 / 627 464545

Cazorla Martinez (Turre) ..........................................950 479137

Cervantes Alarcon Consulting (Garrucha) .950 106490 / 647 863787

Concepción Rivas Gil (Arboleas) …..........950 438092 / 647 577716

Flores Montoya Asesoria S.L. (Garrucha) ....................950 132577

Gecko Legal Services S.L. (Mojácar) ...950 475949 / 638 264621

Gestoría Salvador (Mojácar Playa) ............................950 473192

Mojácar Playa Asesores …….......................…………950 472710

Rodriguez Paris (Antas) .............................................950 619039

Sintra Consultores (Vera) ….......................................950 393815

Vera Advisors (Vera) ………………..................………950 390621

Villalba Asesores (Albox) ..........................................950 431720

ACUPUNCTURE

Acupuncture Antonio Herrero ......................................670 099725

AIRPORT PARKING

AA Parking (Almería, Murcia, Alicante) ......................639 081067

Coastline Alicante Airport Parking .............................661 517890

Plane Parking S.L. …………..........................................966 840 289 ...............(24hrs Alicante) 656 532725, (24hrs Murcia) 656 532724

Seguro Parking (San Jávier – Murcia) ……............622 062115

Victoria Parking (Alicante) ............................................965 830 254

AIR CONDITIONING

ABC (A Better Climate) .......................647 247494 / 950 092604

Aire Agusto .................................................................693 486788

Andy Lake - Williams Electrical ............................…..677 741366

Bédar Directo .............................................................689 702916

Cool Solutions ...........................................................600 621436

DCM Digitek Comms (Mojácar) (See p.19) .950 472947 / 670 084438

Electrotorres ........................................677 530410 / 610 750771

Fontanería GarciMar (Garrucha) ................................635 581070

MD Air Conditioning & Refrigeration S.L. 607 364917 / 950 432110

Richard Hayes ...........................................................603 567676

SolAir (See p.38) ................................950 472081 / 645 294064

Solo Air-Conditioning ...................................................699 909737

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Safes & Security (Dean)...............................................666 949213

SE Telecoms ..............................................................697 780499

ANTIQUES

Pink House (La Concepción) ............622 288750 / 681 095096

ARCHITECTS

Angel Pardo (Técnico) .......................950 121960 / 687 939315

Antonio Martinez de la Casa .....................................950 092094

Architecture & Engineering Mojácar ...........................950 655468

BeniHomes (Albox) ......................................................950 500410

Blas Haro Morales (Mojácar).......................................639 317429

Daniel González Aranda (Vera) ...................................686 846 624

Elena Acebo Architects (Huércal-Overa) .669 680098 / 950 134976

MiPassiveHome (See p.45) ........................................634 007659

Néstor Fábrega (Mojácar) ......................................670 363125

Paula Puente (Mojácar) .............................................610 433001

ART & ARTISTS

Adolfo Prado .................................................................950 472668

Alison ..............................................................................630 833873

Anushree Krementz ...................................................672 721096

Caz (art classes) ………................................……….607 444034

Dee Butler (Albox) .................................................….663 341904

Delfos Gallery (Mojácar) ….........................................647 163681

Evie Fox ....................................................................603 624659

Isabel Raths (Bedar) ................................................677 034957

Jeremy Fox-Rayner ...............................................0044 7549667172

Jill Bennett (Mojácar) ........................950 478383 / 600 070188

Living Design (Albox) ...............................................678 308073

Melanie ......................................................................638 495784

Michele Winfield (Purchena) ..................................711 063271

Miki ............................................................................628 458491

My name is Fran (murals) .............................................634 499500

Pink House (La Concepción)................ 622 288750 / 681 095096

Roberto Lombardi ................................950 930757 / 671 800317

AUCTIONS

Location Warehousing S.L. (Antas El Real) ..............950 528565

AUTOMATIC DOORS & GATES

The Metal Works (Albox).......................950 930520 / 638 900949

AWNINGS & BLINDS

Curtains with Style (Interior blinds) ...950 069032 / 678 811125

Costasol S.L. (Anika Poort) (See cover) .......................666 442262

Coverbox (Albox) …................................................…615 992007

Cristalería Omega (Mojácar) …..........950 478137 / 670 500711

Multiservicios Ciudad del Sol (Mojácar Playa) .............667 567563

Lifestyle Enclosures Europe S.L. (See p. 9) 950 459060 / 638 063196

PersiVera 2005 S.L. ......................................................627 978635

Screenmasters (See p.43).........….….........................677 152911

Sol Shaders S.L. ..........................................................627 907207

Speedyfit ......................................................................600 006032

Toldos Farrago (Vera) ...................................................667 567564

BAKERIES

Cornish Pride (Albox) …...................................………666 618933

BARS

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BATHROOMS

& SHOWERS

ABS Steve Ennis ..........................................................687 846016

Ana Rodríguez (Huércal-Overa) ..........950 939154 / 606 784598

Cerrajería Jara (Las Buganvillas) ……………………..950 109986

Dorothy Baños (Albox)..................................................661 463842

Enrique Aguirre S.L. (Garrucha) .................................950 460028

Homes & Beyond (Garrucha) ....................................950 132458

Indalo Kitchens & Bathrooms (See p.6).661 267060 / 623 324047

S.Willems Bathroom renovation ...................................641 192429

SpeedyFit (Screens) ..................................................600 006032

Toldos Farrago (Screens)(Vera) .................................667 567564

BEAUTY

See Hair, Health & Beauty BEDS & BEDDING

Colchón San Gines (Huércal-Overa) ........................950 809519 Me & Mrs Jones (Mojácar) (See p.25)........................634 364795 Sleepcentre (Albox) (See p.5) ..........868 931872 / 671 715294 Sleep Tight (Albox)

BED & BREAKFAST

Casa Barranca (Huercal Overa) ..............................648 250699

Casa Blanca B&B (Oria) ..........................................711 053679

Casa Caballito De Mar Boutique B&B (Bédar) ........950 095956

Casa Montes Guesthouse (Arboleas) .......................686 400331

Castellón (Bédar) ........................................................642 435909

La Casa Gallardos ....................................................611 318709

BEREAVEMENT/WILL SERVICES

C.A.T. Services (La Alfoquía) .............950 634388 / 627 635514

BICYCLE SALES & HIRE

Aguila Bike (Las Buganvillas) .....................................950 133063

All Bike All Run Sport (Albox) ...............................647 836426

Bikespin (Huércal-Overa) ................. 95027678 / 662 543056

Costabike (Las Buganvillas) ..........950 460738 / 649 367395

Doltcini (Clothing) (Mojácar) ..............950 092600 / 658 028646

Easy ebike Hire ....................+44 7554 013955 / 634 341196

Lufran Bike Sport …………....................................….607 074753

Rock & Road (Garrucha) ..................850 992805 / 628 263338

Rodeca Bike Zone ..................................................950 132525

Weekend Sport (Las Buganvillas) ..........................950 460738

BLINDS see Awnings & Blinds

BOATS

& NAUTICAL

Veramotor S.A. ............................................................950 392552

BOAT TRIPS

Glass Bottom Boat (Villaricos port) ….......................662 604456

Partylevante (Puerto Deportivo Garrucha) .................680 942141

Sunshine Charters (Garrucha) ....................................634 398074

BOOKS

Librería Nobel (Vera) ..................................................950 392642

The Book Box (Albox) ……...............................…….662 585098

The Book People Almería …........……686 817945 / 626 578164

BOWLING CENTRES (10 pin)

Bowlera (Arboleas) …..........................................….662 112170

Indalo Bowling Mojácar ............................................950 473073

BUILDING MATERIALS

(& Sanitary Ware, Tiles etc)

Aridos Mojácar S.L. ……..........................................650 914257

Brico Depôt (Huércal de Almería) …........…………….950 625652

Casa Conchillo (Albox) …..........................................950 430740

Contrucciones Angel Oller (Albox) ...........................950 431453

Comercial Vera (Vera) ..........................664 648652 / 950 393329

Enrique Aguirre S.L. (Garrucha) .................................950 460028

Leroy Merlin, Gran Plaza (Roquetas) ….................…950 339800 VeraSur

BUILDING SERVICES

393028

Elegant Homes S.L. ..............................950 092603 / 687 629777

Elite Constructions .....................................................636 092632

Have Tools - Will Travel ...........................................641 438931

Idomia Project Management ....................................643 582920

J B General Builder ................................................ 687 024884

M13 ...........................................................................657 105084

MD Building Services ..........................628 414861 / 628 414862

Mario the Handyman ................................................642 245017

Mat Murray ................................................................647 841750

MiPassiveHome (See p.45) ........................................634 007659

Michel Cools (Taberno) ...............................................641 814611

MSB Building Services ..............................................627 417071

Nail It .........................................................................621 252997

PR Building Services ..................................................662 422170

Palmer Project Managemant ..................................744 609364

Paul Acreman (General Builder) ..............……………607 196779

Plasterboard Solutions ...............................................624 961299

Sierra Construcción ...................................................611 028716

The Andalucian Building Company ............................671 971686

TRP Construction .......................................................641 309708

Valoser Obras ............................................................642 016954

BUTCHERS

Juan’s Carniceria (Mojácar Playa) .............................950 478409

CAKES TO ORDER

Alison’s Homemade British Cakes .............................639 028517

Occasion Cupcakes (Velez Rubio) ............................634 329403

The Cake Boutique (Arboleas) ............................+44 7800 892244

CAMPSITES

Camping Los Gallardos .............................................679 970399

Campsite Marion (Vera) .............................................607 316553

CAR HIRE

See also Motorbike Hire

Al Andalus Car Hire ...................................................664 269440

Auto Corner (Limousines) ...................950 069198 / 667 439671

Caracola (Mojácar) ...................................................652 105827

Costa Coches (Mojácar) .......................950 459208 / 950 069272

Costa Rentals Antas ......................... 950 085362 / 662 336439

Europcar .............................,......................................950 615101

Mo-Car (Mojácar) ...............................950 478307 / 626 976973

Solvi Car (Mojácar) ………….......................................950 478151

SRS Vehicle Services .................................................950 449095

CAR WASH & VALETING

Jones’s Mobile Valeting ............................................661 571939

CARD SHOPS

C.A.T. Services (La Alfoquía) ...............950 634388 / 627 635514

Colin the Card (Albox) ..........................................…..650 600032

Forget Me Not (Las Buganvillas) ............................950 118043

Total Entertainment (Albox) ......................................950 121318

Total Entertainment (Arboleas) ..................................634 348902

Total Entertainment (Turre) .........................................950 468295

CARERS See Home Carers

CARPENTRY

Bédar Madera (Bédar) ...............................................687 503181

Cutler’s Carpentry .....................................................711 030400

Go2 Joinery & Services ............................................674 963957

Jueare S.L. (Vera) ......................................................672 264807

Mojacar Carpentry & Home Improvements ...............603 688622

Simon the Woodworker .............................................667 989270

Total Carpentry ............................................................624 961299

Unicraft …...............................................................…692 176069

Wildwood Bespoke Joinery ......................................634 328574

CARPET CLEANING

Jones’s Mobile Valeting .............................................661 571939

CATERING / EVENTS

Hog Roasts ...............................................................671 851135

Soft Ice Cream and Frozen Yoghurt Machines

CATTERY see Kennels

CHILDREN & BABY

Baby Basics (Equipment Hire, Mojácar) ..................641 679728

C.A.T. Services (La Alfoquía) .............950 634388 / 627 635514 Mobility Almería (Mojácar Playa) ..............................634 322475

Meditania, Children’s Activity Centre (Turre) ...........661 751244

Smartie Pants the Clown ..........................................617 815221 The Baby Hire Centre ..............................................615 806126

CHIMNEY SWEEPING & REPAIRS

Paul the Chimney Sweep …………..617 150300 / 850 993057

Sweep ..........…................................…………..619 070839

CHIROPODIST

Clinica Montero (Albox) ..............................................647 827793

Clinica Podológica (Garrucha) ...................................950 132768

In-Step (Arboleas) .......................................................634 330067

iPIE (Mojácar Playa) ..........................950 500336 / 623 380187

Kim White (Turre) ………...........................................637 149659

Morales .............................................................617 749105

CLAIRVOYANCY / PSYCHIC READINGS

Anna (Tarot) ………...........................................………670 897832

Beverley Kearns ...........................................................600 796684

Chrissie Cremore ........................................................634 349638

Psychic Karen (Turre) ….............................................663 477658

Tarot readings by Susan .........................................643 960118

CLEANING SERVICES

ATC Power & Jet Washing Services ....................672 873618

Amba Cleaners .........................................................697 516955

Charmaine ...................................................................671 198188

Chris ............................................................................627 565049

Cherie’s Ironing & Cleaning (Mojácar) ............………634 301389

Crystal Clear .............................................................637 229464

Daisy Proaño Alcivar (Contract & private) ……...….663 538596

Idea (Mojácar) ...........................................................605 162709

Jan’s Domestic & Builders Cleaning .........................660 868467

Jones Upholstery & Rug cleaning ….........…………661 571939

Limpiezas Cristina ......................................................…660 306695.

Limpiezas Maxlim (Palomares) …....678 567783 / 629 680161

Oven cleaning (Sue Parmenter) ..............................711 080697

SDF Cleaning Services .............................................711 005562

Shine Bright (Mojácar area) ...................................711 068645

Upholstery & Leather Cleaning .................................636 193256

Xtreme Cleans Property Care ..................................634 328911

CLOCK & WATCH REPAIRS

Keith Simpson (Turre) .............................................711 064079

CLOTHING (Personalised)

Sello Gráfico (Mojácar Playa) ...................................607 424452

Rascals Designs ............................... 950 064665 / 686 582140

COMPUTERS

Androidez (Vera Playa) ....................950 042338 / 661 375489

Advance Digital ........................................................616 506569

Beck Tech Solutions (Huércal-Overa) ......................618 779162

Beep (Garrucha) ……………..................................….950 133059

Connexions (Turre) ....................................................950 479502

C.Y.G. Vera ...............................................................950 393350

Don Robinson ............................................................646 587746

Dynos Informatica (Albox) …………..................……..950 430806

IKamale-on ……………..............................................950 616521

Infordatox (Albox) .....................................................950 633223

Mark Adamou (Mojácar) .....................634 324918 / 634 306799

Mr. Micro (Turre) ......................................................950 479502

PC Playa (Mojácar) ..................................................634 356498

PRYS Informatica (Antas) ........................................617 382511

Reperamos (Albox) ....................................................644 346111

Paul Wieder (Mojácar) ..............................................617 830696

SH Informatica (Albox) ..............................................615 647058

CONSERVATORIES

AA Window Doctor ......................…........................630 231644

Screenmasters (See p.43) ......….…..........................677 152911

SpeedyFit .........................................950 472357 / 600 006032

COUNSELLING / HEALING

Acupuncture & Massage ...........................................637 120429

Anushree (Healing, Spiritual Coach, Sound) .............672 721096

Barbara Clarke ..............................................................637 469937

Chrissie Cremore (Reiki)............................................634 349638

Donald Mackinnon (Hypnotherapist) ........................628 651022

Emotional Freedom Technique ......................................711 066 822

Eve Morgan .............................................................647 203652

Fred Smithers (Acupuncture) ...............950 930456 / 618 107351

Gill Ballard (Healer/Counsellor) ...........................663 336655

Hari (Energy Work, Spiritual Coach) .........................608 176578

Heaven Scent Holistics ...........................................663 923733

Hypnotherapy (Karen) ................................................663 477658

Dr. Jane Thompson (Psychotherapy)...........................618 920126

Karen Green (Holistic Therapist) .....615 163416 / 850 993150

Malcolm Forrest-Hazell (Counsellor/Psychotherapist) ...693 489725

Health (Mojácar) .........UK 0783 4872273 / 658 638142

Reshmi Purmar (Psychic, healer, spiritual coach) ..634 370903 Shiatsu (Wendy) .......................................................671 851135

Sound Therapy/Reiki/Readings (Bedar) ......................711 096381

Sue Osman (Therapist) ……...............950 473021 / 600 847964

Susan Hales (Tarot) ................................................ 643 960118

VaVa Health & Wellness (Remedial Therapies)(Vera) 642 314316

Dr. Wanda Broeshart .................................................610 243327

COURIERS See Postal Services

CRAFTS

Elaine’s Wools (Arboleas) ...........................................667 273889 R.F. (Marquetry) ...........................................................711 003476 Simply Art (Albox) …...................................................643 563803

CURRENCY

Currencies Direct (Mojácar) ...............950 478914 / 661 373404

Global Currency Exchange (Mojácar Playa) ..............950 615319

CURTAINS & SOFT FURNISHINGS

Cortinas Gredécor (Vera / Huércal-Overa) ..................950 391361

Curtains with Style (See p.21) ........950 069032 / 678 811125

Curtainsandthings .................................................……678 684564

Solo Style ………...............................950 528334 / 626 319907

CYBERCAFES

Can Connect (Albox) …........................................….....950 121149

Total Entertainment (Albox) ........................................950 121318

Total Entertainment (Arboleas) ...................................634 348902

Total Entertainment (Turre) ...........................................950 468295

CYCLING

Zen Cycle Mojácar ......................................................643 722762

DAMP PROOFING

Pukka Plastering & Damp Proofing (Almanzora area) .692 596681

Southern Spain Damp Proofing .................................652 358672

DENTISTS / DENTAL TREATMENT

Alias Quadros Dental Studio (Mojácar) ....................677 005005

Centro Dental Dr. Cremades (Vera) .........................950 390655

Clinica Dental (Albox) ...............................................950 120732

Clinica Dental, Multicentro (Mojácar) ........................950 478989

Clinica Dental Palomares .....................950 109710 / 670 878427

Clinica Dental, Parque Comercial (Mojácar) .............950 478534

Clinica Dental Saludent (Huércal-Overa) ……………..950 135672

Dentalbox (Albox) .....................................................950 121284

Nadal Pérez, M A (Turre) ...........................................950 479444

Odonto Stetic (Los Gallardos) ...........722 706732 / 950 398993

Puerta de Vera (Vera) ...................................................950 395319

Valero Martinez (Garrucha) ………............................950 132047

DIET PLANS & WEIGHT LOSS

1:1 Diet ............................................... 711 019507 / 660 373103

Image (Helen) ....................................950 930192 / 665 178326

Issysweigh (Albox) ........................................................600 334318

Slim Well Spain ..............................................0044 7794118214

DIGGER HIRE See Excavation

DIVING See Scuba Diving

DOCTORS & CLINICS (Private)

Analysis Clinic (Mojácar Playa) ...............................950 475282

Centro Médico Mojácar ..............................................950 475105

Clinica Medica Garrucha ……...........950 133157 / 617 404500

Euroclinicas (Vera) ...................................................950 391300

Centro Medico Slavica (Mojácar) .............................950 001789

DOG GROOMING

Anita (5 Bone Kennels) …………......................……662 344734

Berta Ayora (Turre) ....................................................637 395775

Brigbe’s Dog Grooming ...........................................630 557123

Carla García (Mojácar Playa) .................................662 257084

Centro Garras (Huércal-Overa) ............950 616820 / 617 456548

ChuchosChic (Mojácar) ........................950 168778 / 621 231369

Elite Dog Grooming (Albox) …….…...........................617 313587

Luis (Clinica Veterinaria Garrucha) ....950 132200 / 628 663616

Lulu’s (Albox) ...................................950 952940 / 600 046557

Pampered Pooches (All areas)..................................662 344734

Pelitos (Los Gallardos) ..............................................637 286176

Precious Perros Mobile Grooming (Aoife) ..............634 342470

Shampooch professional pet grooming .......................642 276442

SoloPerros (Turre) ......................................................674 509382

Ulti-Mutt (Turre) .........................+44 7894747657 / 634 332578

Vivancos Dog Grooming (Vera Playa) ......................608 178361

DOG TRAINING

Didi Arias ..................……............................................639 724521

DOMESTIC APPLIANCE

REPAIRS

Servimugar (Vera) (Spanish speaking) ......................637 810190

DOORS See Windows &

City Sec (Vera) .........................................................950 390255

DVD & VIDEO

Total Entertainment (Albox) ......................................950 121318

Total Entertainment (Arboleas) .................................634 348902 Total Entertainment (Turre) ...950 468295 ...(Mojácar)

ECO-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS

Eco1 (Garrucha)

ELECTRICAL GOODS

Centro Comercial Almanzora (Olula del Rio) ............950 442012

Centro Ferretería Lopez Mojácar .............................950 473111

De Pablo S.L. (Vera) ..............................................950 390129

Electro Ahorro (Albox) .............................................950 121069

Electro Hogar Rodriguez S.L. (Garrucha)..................950 460832

Euronics .............. (Albox) 950 430702 (Garrucha) 950 460832

ELECTRICIANS

A1 Services ……….....................................................679 631458

Abbott Electrical ….............................638 010691 / 950 137208

Andy …..............................…................950 438237 / 679 656450

Andy Lake - Williams Electrical ..........................…..677 741366

Baltasar ..........................................................................655 691107

Bédar Directo .................................................................689 702916

Byouniquehomes ........................................................603 867249

DJT Electrical Services (Vera) ...........686 817945 / 626 578164

Damaso .....................................................................647 292966

Electro Talavera ..........................................................632 820625

ElectroTorres .....................................677 530410 / 610 750771

EMI Electrical Installations ...........................................673 502867

Fernando (Huércal Overa) ..........................................677 549247

Francisco Montoya (Mojácar) .........................……….687 466352

N.E.Electrics(Arboleas) ..............................................634 358777

Peace of Mind 24/7 ............................................... 637 974662

Zlatan ................................................630 207864 / 682 277576

ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES

CDB Natural ...............................................................950 882237

Mobility Almería (Mojácar Playa) ......634 322475 / 633 629883

Voluta’s Place (Mojácar Playa) …...............................699 975552

ENTERTAINERS

Abbie Lou (Female vocalist) ......................................687 340544

All Skas .....................................................................635 333387

Andy Owen ................................................................634 370388

Ashley Cathcart .........................................................693 486788

Bob Rock ..................................................................666 310251

Brendan O’Dee (Singer/Guitarist) ..............................610 855964

Brian Dee ………........................................................647 897533

Carl Lewis ..................................................................634 364041

Carol George (Female Vocalist) .................................634 285009

D n A Accoustic Duo .................................................634 366372

Debbie Davis .............................................................694 438917

Dominic Doolittle .........................................................634 353525

Driftwood …….............................................................687 672028

Dynamite International Rock Band ............................666 310251

Emma Wild ................................................................642 276385

Female Sax ................................................................619 826238

Flamenco Dancer (English speaking) ........................687 480694

Francisco J. ‘Pasus’ ..........................950 397401 / 699 510966

Free Ride ...................................................................606 127424

Funky Nomad .............................................................643 256459

Geoff Murrell ..............................................................699 462859

GuitarMac (Guitar/Vocals) ............................................634 340476

Harmony Duo .............................................................687 340544

Jack Law ....................................................................689 750176

JJ.Jones (Neil Diamond Tribute and Country to Rock) 684 416833

JuJu Entertainment ............................950 950797 / 697 462746

John Vincent - Sinatra tribute ..................................642 097532

Jools Hirst ..........................................................0044 7754 035724

Kay Frances (Vocalist) ........................950 069288 / 689 404244

Kayleigh Easton (vocals) ...................................... 642 581198

Kev Moore ................................................................600 762856

Kris Kelly (Female Vocalist) .................................. 634 374525

Lady Ellen Sings .............................673 459331 / 677 475268

Last Man Standing (Simon) (Guitar, vocals, karaoke) ...643 195322

Loose Change ...........................................................671 754851

Marilyn Shipley ..........................................................722 300797

Maurice Casanove ......................................................671 386947

Maximum Output Karaoke /Disco .............................697 317557

Melanie Howard-Coles ...............................................607 324624

Mel J (Female Vocalist) .............................................664 111990

Melodeemusic (Backing Tracks & Recording Studio).....610 855 964

Obsession Duo ...........................................................619 826238

Pedro Clemente .........................................................678 752178

Phil and The Invisibles ..................... 950 475752 / 651 045120

Rebs on the Rocks .....................................................604 944749

Richard Hill ...................................................................670 243461

Roadrunner (duo) ............................628 122363 / 684 330431

Robin Lamble ..............................................................602 469425

Seldom Sober ............................................................689 750176

Sharna Knight (Vocalist & Entertainer) ...........0044 7340 638513

Sharon-Elizabeth Regan ........0044 7858 459637 / 666 673055

Shirin (bellydancer) .......................................................607 805367

Smartie Pants the Clown ..........................................617 815221

Solo Simon ..................................................................667 989270

Spotlight Entertainment (Karaoke, disco etc.) .........634 311652

Starry Jazz trio/quintet .............................................645 886919

Stiff Upper Lip ...........................................................699 462859

Sue Moretta ............................................................672 543027

Sultans ......................................................................667 787124

Sunset Beach Rock Band ......................................711 004575

The Boyz (acoustic pop & emotional songs) .................611 318709

The Fat Lizard Band .....(English) 651 045120 (Esp) 617 464728

The Buddhas ………………...................................….687 033106

The Geckos ..............................................................651 659109

The Sonny Boy Blues Bans ................................634 311165

The Trippers .............................................................671 163857

Tom Lee ……............................................................671 754851

Tony Matthews (Quiz organiser) ..............................634 391414

Triple Trouble Blues Band .......................................671 754851

Wine Not? Accoustic Duo ........................................678 752178

ESTATE AGENTS

ADC Property (Valle del Este) (See p.39)..............672 421884

Alhambra Holdings (Mojácar) .............950 475199 / 629 673450

AlmeríaCasas (Albox) .......................950 169680 / 658 845741

Almería Homes ................................0044 1273 929286 / 950 930 259

Almeria Property Finder (Albox) ................................950 431624

Almería Prop. Investments (Las Buganvillas).950 460874 / 666 260792

Amay (Vera Playa) .....................................................673 352852

Angel Property (Palomares) .....................................950 618054

Antonio Martinez de la Casa (Energy certs)..............950 092094

BMS Huerta Nueva .........................950 615035 / 669 355914

BeniHomes (Albox) ................................,...................950 500410

Blue Sea Villas (Mojácar)(See front cover) ...........950 478643

Calida Homes (Arboleas) ......................950 430763 / 634 302801

Casa y Campo (Lubrin) (See front cover) ..............678 587007

Casas Almería (Huércal Overa) .......950 134434 / 649 777218

Citrus Homes ...........................................................638 849254

Cole’s of Andalucia .............................950 469592 / 659 265907 Complete Holiday Care .....................950 478612 / 610 808631 Cortijos Almería …………........……...........................655 312156 D & D Property Care, Sales & Rentals .....643 335386 / 643 337063 Dream Homes Almería (Arboleas) ............................697 875717

Fincas Vera Playa ..............................950 460670 / 639 314767

Properties ..................................634 325152 / 634 352285

Grupo Platinum Estates (San Juan) (See p.4) 950 466112 / 666 687251

Holmes for Homes (Arboleas) ..........850 993099 / 664 012024

Home Mar y Sol (Vera) ...........................................646 640663

Homes of Spain (Huércal Overa).........950 616516 / 616 562447

Indal-futur S.L. (Mojácar) ……............950 615156 / 609 026526

Indasol Mojácar S.L. ..................................................950 472200

Inmobiliaria Almanzora ..................... 9501 20406 / 637 251238

InmoTerreros (San Juan) ...............950 096180 / 666 255765

K7 Mojácar ................................................................950 478555

Linnitt Properties (Turre) ..............................................950 479054 Mojácar Estates .........................................................950

Mojácar Homes & Villas ............................................634 330652

Mojacarmar ...........................................950 475891 / 636 903184

Multicasa Aguilas .................................................... 968 493009

Neinor Homes ............................................................900 110022

New Horizon Villas (Zurgena) .................................950 438221

New One Stop (Mojácar) .............................................950 473040

New Wave Villas (Mojácar) (See back cover)950 475800 / 607 146352

Next House Almería (Albox) .................950 500060 / 645 066139

Next Stop Almería (See p.3)..............950 617518 / 678 034651

Nicla Property Consultancy S.L. ............950 133508 / 628 585538

Okisur (Mojácar) (See p.31) .......................................950 472010

Olive Property Sales (Bédar)(See cover) .950 469624 / 687 938466

Paco Parra (Garrucha) ..................................................678 903998

Price Brown Partnership (Mojácar) ...............................950 478915

Property Floor Plans ...................................................619 672431

Vaitier SL (Cabrera) ................................................609 626140

Veritas Homes (Mojácar) ...........................950 472430 / 610 053563

VIP Almería (Mojácar Playa) (See back)..950 472524 / 617 587903

Voss Homes (Huercal-Overa) ...................667 891 741 / 950 616 827

EVENT MANAGEMENT

JuJu Entertainment .............................950 950797 / 697 462746

EXCAVATION

Aridos Mojácar S.L. (Vera) .....................................650 914257

Bob (Mini digger) (Albox) ..........................................642 392922

Construcciones Y Excavaciones Petete ....................696 052944

Diego Ramos S.L. (Los Gallardos) ……..............…..647 841750

El Cano SL )Mojácar) ................................................950 479185

Elite Plant Hire (JCB) ………….................................636 092632

MD Digger Hire & Construction.................................634 375428

Nash Groundworks ...................................................722 546192

EXCURSIONS

Andinas Buggy Treks ..............................................645 984122

C.A.T. Services (La Alfoquía) .............950 634388 / 627 635514

Costa Almería Tours ..................................................646 760389

Day Tours Almería ............................651 592836 / 645 253155

Mojácar Jeep Tours .................................................611 028716

Mountain Biking Spain …...............……637 831509 / 661 178656

Rancho Luz del Sol (Partaloa) …..........……...……………..642 1185467

FABRICS

Curtains with Style ...........................950 069032 / 678 811125

Hemp Fabric ...............................................................602 004096

Material Girl Fabric Warehouse (Albox) ................633 683872

FASHION

Dandara (Garrucha) ................................................950 617013

Etcetera (Mojácar Playa) ...........................................950 532810

Garabatis (Children’s) (Mojácar Playa) …...………670 035630

Glad Rags (Albox) ………........................................634 313071

H & R Men’s Fashion (Albox) …............................692 682164

Hemp Horizon ............................................................602 004096

Koko’s (Mojácar Playa) .............................................613 026780

Liz Fashion Accessories (Garrucha) .627 970819 / 607 511179

Oasis Fashions (Mojácar Playa) ................................950 473222

Palme (Mojácar Playa) ............................................950 472813

Prins Vitali (Mojacar) ….............................................950 478690

Saga Boutique (Mojácar) ......................................950 475258

Taylor’s Hats, Caps & Accessories (Valle del Este) ..711 097014

FINANCIAL SERVICES

AMASS …….....................................................……..678 035992

Blacktower ................................................................657 684094

Blevin Franks ...........................................................965 705502

CG Legal & Financial (Mojácar) .........950 472504 / 670 215926

Currencies Direct (Mojácar) …....……950 478914 / 661 373404

Kennedy Financial Services .....................................678 035992

Offshore Money Management ..........952 830916 / 950 398078

Tim Taplin Financial Services .......................................950 472242

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

Aero Extinción S.L. (Almería) …........………………..950 263565

Extin-Torres S.L. (Mojácar) ........................................950 475067

FIREPLACES

Chimeneas Mojácar S.L. (Turre) ...............................950 472135

Chimeneas Ramos (Vera) ................950 390107 / 616 953114

FISH & CHIPS

Mojácar Cod ..............................................................950 968745

The Chippy (La Alfoquía) ........................................634 324484

FISHING

Pete Fishing Trips (Mojácar/Garrucha) …..................634 379173

Rio 600 Boat Fishing (Sid & Graham). 647 020929 / 647 803030

FITNESS & DANCE

See also Activities-Clubs-Associations

Alison ..........................................................................666 273168

Club Deportivo Puerto Rey ......................................950 460545

Debbie James (Personal training) (Mojácar) ...........687 619239

Dorothy Rowntree, personal trainer (Mojácar)..........666 815838

Evolution Fitness Club (Arboleas) ............................667 306764

Fitness For All (Bédar) ………........…………………..647 593323

Geoff Oram (Personal Training) ...............................634 362436

Gimnasio Formas (Turre) ...........................................950 468065

Gympower (Personal trainer) (Albox) ......................609 591606

Jova Sport Center (Mojácar Playa) ...........................671 247035

Léonard’s Coaching (Los Gallardos) ..........................611 318709

Platino Gym (Mojácar Playa)......................................950 284845

Sano Centre (Albox) ...................................................610 544306

Sano Centre (Huércal-Overa) ...................................666 021259

Sierra Club Desert Springs ......................................687 599115

Sol Yoga Centre (Arboleas) .......................................686 400331

Unalome Rooms - Yoga (Albox) .................................722 469570

Valle del Este Spa & Health Centre ........................950 548600

VaVa Yoga / VaVa Danza (Vera) ................................642 314316

Yoga in the Casa Kali ...............................................672 721096

Young at Heart Fitness .............................................711 032244

FLY SCREENS

Coastal Mosquitoes ...........................606 040462 / 610 000700

Curtains with Style .........................950 069032 / 678 811125

Dave ..........................................................................634 351275

Lifestyle Enclosures Europe S.L. (See p. 9) 950 459060 / 638 063196

SpeedyFit ..............................................950 472357 / 600 006032

Toldos Farrago (Vera) ................................................667 567564

FLORISTS

Hortiflor (Mojácar) ....................................................950 478985

Isamy Florist (Los Gallardos) ...................................670 215902

LIS Florist (Garrucha) ................................................950 460901

Persa Floristas (Albox) …….......................................950 120211

FOOD SHOPS

All Asia (Arboleas) .......................................................641 461304

Catch of the Day UK Fishmonger ........ 634 301490 / 634 304288

Coviran (La Alfoquía) ..................................................652 827481

Eurowise (Albox) ………………...............................…..950 439801

Gastronomía (Delicatessen) (Las Buganvillas) .......950 132048

Harrison’s (Albox) .........................................................643 518352

Ideal British Supermarket (Huércal-Overa) .........…..950 135222

La Venta de Alfaix Minimarket (Alfaix) .....................950 469660

Las Buganvillas Minimarket ………........................…..635 036408

Mandy’s Mini Mart (Huércal-Overa) .............................669 594322

Manoli (Arboleas) …....................................................627 941654

Price Busters (Albox) .................................................950 951494

Sol Supermercado (Albox) …..................................….711 012006

Spices n’ Herbs in Spain (Albox)...............................689 482694

The Corner Shop (Albox) ………………950 930539 / 680 776791

Typical Gourmet (Mojácar) ..........................................950 472108 Vinoteca Delicatessen (Garrucha) ..............................637 393873

FOOT HEALTH

See also Chiropodists & Podiatrists

Linda Nann (See next page)....................................604 467337

FROZEN FOOD SUPPLIER

Valero Alonso (Antas) ................................................950 453316

FUNERAL COMPANIES

CollyFer (Huércal Overa) …….............617 456259 / 617 456335

Funeral Homes Robles (Cuevas) ..............................657 921383

Funeraria Ntra. Sra. de las Angustias (Vera) 950 390884 / 607 705672

Funeraria Pérez (Mojácar) (See p.64) .....................950 478102

FUNERAL PLANS

Avalon Funeral Plans .................................................865 616550

Golden Leaves Funeral Plans (Benitachell)............. 966 493082

FURNITURE PACKAGES

Homes & Beyond (Garrucha) ....................................950 132458

FURNITURE, RUSTIC/HANDMADE

La Buena Artesania (Mojácar) ....................................950 475508

Prosecco Tables ..................................................0044 7709 244366

The Furniture Doctor ................................................667 989270

FURNITURE & FURNISHINGS

Abodes (Mojácar Playa) (See p.5) .............................697 778355

Ahorro Mueble (Albox) .........................950 120992 / 661 975417

Continental Descanso (Antas) 950 459011 (Albox) ....950 633288

El Rincón de Mueble ....(Vera)950 460867 (Antas) 950 459071

Elegant Exteriors Marble Furniture (Albox) ...............642 495439

Embargos Bestiales (Antas El Real) ......................950 105711

Homecentre (Albox) (See p.5)...........868 931872 / 671 715294

Homestyle (Turre) .....................................................674 514999

Homes & Beyond (Garrucha) .................................950 132458

Ideas del Mueble (Antas) .........................................950 452816

Indalo Muebles (El Real, Antas) ...............................662 299573

Indalocio Garden Furniture & BBQs (See p.16)..........850 993090

Inspired (Furniture & BBQs) (El Real, Antas)(See p.33)950 147763

Koala Furniture (Antas)....................................….........950 392307

La Lonja (Lorca) (See p.49) ......................................968 443322

Linea Nueva (Arboleas) ……………….620 237529 / 950 120630

Me & Mrs Jones (Mojácar) (See p.25) .......................634 364795

Mueble-Hogar Milenium (Los Carasoles) 950 449013 / 645 947328

Muebles Rodríguez (Los Llanos, Arboleas) …...........950 430778

Muebles La Simona (Garrucha) ...............................950 132443

Oak Furniture Spain .............................622 288750 / 681 095096

Something Special (Turre) .........................................637 159249

Unicraft (El Real, Antas) (See p.95) .........................692 176069

GARDENS

24hr Casaserve ..................................950 466438 / 676 306269

Antas Garden Centre (El Real) ...............................610 243838

Cedar Landscapes …….............……......................…620 112193

Complete Pool & Property Maintenance 634 343541 / 634 891709

Darryl Primo Gardens .................................................643 371630

Indalocio Garden Furniture & BBQs .(See p.16)........850 993090

Inspired (Furniture & BBQs) (El Real, Antas) (See p.33).950 147763

Jardin Natural ............................................................685 478187

L & M Landscapes .................................................670 409538

La French Touch ........................................................607 226269

Lady Muck Gardening ...............................................697 317557

Luke’s Landscapes and Reforms ................................711 085 654

Madera Mania (Garden Supplies) …...........................667 562872

Mobile Shredder & Mulch Garden Service .............687 024884

Nash Groundworks ....................................................722 546192

Potty Finca Services ..................……..950 163930 / 616 855294

Riegos y Conducciones (Antas, El Real) .................950 459146

The Tidy Gardener .................... 0044 7957167633 / 634 318369

Xtreme Cleans Property Care ..................................634 328911

GAS INSTALLATION & REPAIRS

Smith Plumbing (Spanish Authorised).........................950 468041

Fontanería GarciMar (Garrucha) ...................................635 581070

GAS TANK SUPPLIERS

Gas Alboran ..........................................656 662000 / 950 259382

GIFT SHOPS

Sassy Casa (Arboleas) .................................................627 249462

GLASS CURTAINS

Multiservicios Ciudad del Sol (Mojácar Playa) .............667 567563

Lifestyle Enclosures Europe S.L. (See p. 9) 950 459060 / 638 063196

Screenmasters (See p.43)........….…...........................677 152911

SpeedyFit .........................................950 472357 / 600 006032

Toldos Farrago (Vera) ...............................................667 567564

GLAZING (Supply & Repair)

AA Window Doctor ......................…............................630 231644

Cristalería Mojácar …............................................…..950 475376

Cristalería Omega (Mojácar) …..........950 478137 / 670 500711

Cristalería Rubi (Vera) ………......................................950 390546

Multiservicios Ciudad del Sol (Mojácar Playa) .............667 567563

SpeedyFit ............................................950 472357 / 600 006032

GOLD & JEWELLERY BUYING

Cash4Gold ...........................................692 596681 / 653 098329

Gold & Jewellery Buying ...........................................616 453813

GOLF COURSES

Aguilon Golf (Pulpi) ......................................………..672 655600

Cortijo Grande ..........................................................950 479176

Desert Springs ........................................................637 861591

Marina Golf ..............................................................950 133235

Valle del Este ...........................................................950 398743

GOLF TUITION

Gareth Edwards (Cortijo Grande) …...........................950 479176

Martin D’Archivio (Mojácar) ........................................635 446460

Neil Evans (Desert Springs Golf Resort) ..............638 531821

Valle del Este (Vera) ...............................................676 256923

GRASS, ARTIFICIAL

Grass 4 U .................................................................638 574145

Greenfingers Arboleas S.L. ..........……......…………629 947633

Nash Groundworks ...................................................722 546192

Smart Grss Spain (La Hortichela) .............................643 011764

Tiger Turf ............................................950 431624 / 635 652745

GUTTERING

Lifestyle Enclosures Europe S.L. (See p. 9) 950 459060 / 638 063196

HAIR, HEALTH & BEAUTY

Affinity Beauty Treatments (Turre) ............................678 992093

Anavi Estillistas (Palomares) .....................................670 094722

Angela Ellis - Holistic Therapist ...............................642 577637

Avon Co-ordinator (Mojácar) …...................................670 722705

Avon Cosmetics (Arboleas) ………........................….691 987454

Avon Cosmetics (Húercal Overa) …....647 092010 / 950 137208

Avon Cosmetics (Turre & Vera) .................................643 102335

Avon (Total Entertainment, Albox) .............................950 121318

Avon (Total Entertainment, Arboleas) ........................634 348902

Beaches (Hair & Beauty) (Mojácar) ..........................950 473110

Beauty by Betsy

Beauty by Marilyn

Beauty Center (Mojácar) ...........................................687 480694

Blossom (Nails & Beauty) (Mojácar Playa) .................641 640578

CDB Natural (Skin care) ............................................950 882237

Carlos’s Barber Shop (Mojácar Playa)...........................610 575911

Estética (Mojácar Playa)

Donna’s (Albox).....................................950

Elaine Mobile Hairdresser (Coast & Inland).................634 379424

Etticut (Turre) ..............................................................667 971960

Farrow’s Hair Design (Arboleas) ....................................643 641 782

Forever Chic (Palomares) ..........................................601 634193

Heaven Scent (Huércal-Overa) ……......................…..663 923733

Holistic Treatments (Ali) ..............................................634 308906

Isabel Castaño (Hairdresser, Bédar) ..666 045552 / 950 469462

Jackie Miles Kirby …..................................………….642 829269

Jean & Co. (Mojácar Playa) ……............................…950 615094

Jenny’s Hair Design (Albox) .....................................620 447858

Kyra Beauty Salon (Arboleas) ...........950 106294 / 643 357906

Jing Nails ....................................................................622 251432

Julian Hair Design .....................................................634 354507

Julie Rodriguez ..........................................................634 338017

Kim White (Beauty)(Vera & Mobile) …….......…...….637 149659

La Pelu (Mojácar Playa) Hair....634 308877 Beauty...664 821554

LU & NA (Valle del Este) ……...........................…950 461113

Marcela Torres (Manicure & Pedicure) ....................697 421672

Miki Designe (Villaricos) ..........................................635 867757

Naturalmente Mediterraneo (Skin care) (Garrucha) 655 299494

Nicole Andreano (Las Buganvillas) ...........................675 622216

Opulence (La Alfoquía) …..................................…...711 061763

Osteopathy & Acupuncture Clinincs (Arboleas & Galera) 621 209380

Pampered Beauty Centre (Palomares) .650 092766 / 950 618129

Pedicura Gabriela (Garrucha) ......................................692 840315

Pure Natural Deodorant ...........................................950 066163

R retreat (Cucador) ……...........…...............................626 144680

Room 97 (La Alfoquia) .............................................683 479261

Salon de Peluqueria y Estetica (Garrucha) ...........950 133162

Sarah Noble (mobile hairdresser) ...........................692 195500

Stella’s Hair & Beauty (Las Buganvillas) ..................950 699973

Sunlight Spain (Herbal Products) ...............................684 212474

The Salon (Albox) ..............................950 717938 / 685 652222

VaVa Health & Wellness (Remedial Therapies)(Vera) 642 314316

Wacky Barber & Hairdresser (Mojácar) ....................667 961645

HARDWARE OUTLETS

Enrique Aguirre S.L. (Garrucha) .................................950 460028

Ferretería Gonzalez (Mojácar) ……….........................666 471384

Ferretería López (Mojácar) ……..................................950 615026

Ferretería Longo (Albox) ……....................................950 430064

Ferretería Soler (Garrucha) ……..................................950 460073

HEALTH FOODS

Girasol (Albox) …..........................................................639 089170

HEARING AIDS

Centro Auditvo Isabel Egea (Vera) (See next page) ...722 258992

Multiopticas Indalo (Garrucha) ...................................950 460665

Multiopticas Indalo (Mojacar) .....................................950 472285

Multiopticas Indalo (Campohermoso de Nijar) ..........950 385082

Opticas Indalo (Garrucha) ..........................................950 133865

Opticas Indalo (Carboneras) .......................................950 130707

Opticas Indalo (San Isidro de Nijar) ...........................950 366200

Salas García (Huércal Overa) ..............950 135081 / 638 010656

HEATING

ABC (A Better Climate) ......................647 247494 / 950 092604

Graham (oil heating) ……….......................................620 112193

Neater Heater ………....................................………….634 312171

HIRE

Baby Basics (Equipment Hire, Mojácar) ..................641 679728

C.A.T. Services (La Alfoquía) .............950 634388 / 627 635514

Mobility Almería (Mojácar Playa) .................................634 322475

Expecting a Baby (Almanzora Valley) ....950 436581 / 666 375688

Sound Systems ..........................…............................630 231644

Vera Hire (Las Buganvillas) .....................................629 483776

HOME CARERS see also Nursing

Angels Nursing Care ..........................850 993849 / 711 080462

Committed2ucare ................................645 513477 / 711 017074

Committed2ucommunitycare ......................................684 333442

Consultus Care & Nursing ............................0034 711 060615

Helping Hands Mojacar ...............................................678 590988

Home Care Services by Andreea ..............................645 253397

Indalo Care Group .....................................................634 332824

Michaela Talbot ..........................................................622 015765

HORSE RIDING

Centro Hipico Valle del Almanzora .........................691 241878

Didi Arias (Mojácar) ...............................................639 724521

Media Legua Equestrian Centre (Vera) ..............……667 243561

Rancho Luz del Sol (Partaloa) .................................642 118546

Sanctuary Limaria ......................................................628 239696

HOTELS & HOSTALS

Casona Granado (Nr Lubrin) .....................................950 069077

Hostal Don Tadeo (Villaricos) ..................................950 467105

Hostal El Olivar (Mojácar Pueblo) .........950 472022 / 672 019767

Hostal Muria (Villaricos) ..............................................642 050290

Hostal Playa Azul (Villaricos) .............950 467075 / 609 386282

Hotel Al Sur (Calabardina) ...........................................968 419466

Hotel Carlos 111 (Aguilas) ...........................................968 411650

Hotel Carmona (Vera) ...................................................950 390760

Hotel - Casa Rural, Cortijo de la Media Luna (Mojácar) 950 478813

Hotel El Paso (Aguilas) …............................................968 447125

Hotel Family (Agua Amarga) ......................................950 138014

Hotel Madrid (Aguilas) ................................................968 411109

Hotel Mamabel’s (Mojacar Pueblo) .....950 472448 / 663 700542

Hotel Mayari (Calabardina) .................620 629508 / 968 409338

Hotel Overa ................................................................950 470879

Hotel Playa (Mojácar) ..................................................600 350382

Hotel Puntazo (Mojácar) ...........................950 478265 / 950 478 229

Hotel Rural Azabache (Arboleas)..................................690 258813

Hotel Mexico (Puerto Rey) ...........................................950 132061

Hotel Salinas (Cabo de Gata) .....................................950 370103

Hotel & Spa Don Juan (Aguilas) .............................968 493493

Hotel Tikar (Garrucha) .................................................950 617131

Hotel Valhalla (Carboneras) ........................................950 130444

Hotel Valle del Este .....................................................950 398743

Hotel Virgen del Mar (Mojácar) .................................902 472222

Jardines de la Mata (Mojácar Playa) ...................602 491119

La Esperanza (Mojácar Playa) ..........686 906624 / 606 916055

Las Colinas Suitotel (San Juan de Los Terreros) ......950 466353

Parador de Mojácar ......................................................950 478250

HOUSE CLEARANCE

Almeria Castaño House Clearance ........................611 028716

Items For Sale Mojácar .......................694 439275 / 950 478753

Pink House (La Concepción) ..............622 288750 / 681 095096

The Attic (Cucador) ..…….…................672 184354 / 648 250699

HOUSE & PET SITTING

Chris Leek .................................................................642 608805

Linda Pettit .................................................................642 016954

Louise B. (LouB’s) ....................................................664 038031

Sharon Presley ..........................................................648 069200

HYGIENE & FOOD HANDLING

Grupo Sedesa (Vera) ...............................................950 390990

INSURANCE

Adeslas ............................................950 472701 / 633 431900

Albox Insurance .........................................................950 121943

Alhambra Holdings (Mojácar)...............950 475199 / 629 673450

Andrea Venettoni (Allianz & DKV) (Vera) ....................605 218895

ASSSA Seguros (Vera) ...............................……………950 392487

Asisa (Vera) ................................................................950 391950

Axa .....................................................950 478763 / 609 667333

BWI Bryan White Insurance (Mojácar) ......................950 472098

Catalana Occidente (Palomares) ..............................950 618054

Catalana Occidente (Mojácar Playa) .........................950 478307

Edward William (Marine Insurance) ……………….….952 476090

García & Trinidad (Albox) …….............950 120340 / 620 240563

Generali Seguros .........................................................913 422549

Generali Seguros (Turre) ….................950 479568 / 620 179206

Gestoría Salvador (Mojácar Playa) ............................950 473192

Grupo Catalana Occidente (Mojácar Pueblo) 950 478061 / 653 806908

Helvetia .......................................................................673 063798

Ibex Insurance Services Ltd (Mojácar & Albox) ........950 120070

Mapfre (Mojácar) ...950 478151 (Garrucha)................950 617376

Maxine Morgan (Las Buganvillas) (See p.28) .............669 074996

Mojácar Insurance ......................................................634 323399

San Juan Insurance

INTERIOR DESIGN

Curtains with Style (See p.21) .........950 069032 / 678 811125

(Ann) ......................................................666 260792

/ 691 261818

INTERNET

473102

/ 622 524335

INTERNET TV

643000

DCM Digitek Comms (Mojácar) (See p.19) .950 472947 / 670 084438

Europa Digital ......................................950 133233 / 678 332815

Ezetv ........................................................................950 091112

GBTV ...........................................................................616 888058

GSF Communications ..............................................950 473102

IPTV UK ...................................................................603 613918

IPTV Spain UKTV ..............................654 617496 / 699 386277

PC Playa (Mojácar) ...................................................634 356498

Revolution Technology (La Alfoquía) ..............................694 440104

S E Telecoms .............................................................697 780499

UKTV Almería ......................................850 993202 / 694 440184

INTERPRETING/TRANSLATIONS

Alpha Interpreting and Translation ....950 133508 / 677 530690

Andrés (Mojácar) ......................................................679 932632

Antonio García Russell (Mojácar) .............................606 198958

C.A.T. Services (La Alfoquía) .............950 634388 / 627 635514

Carolina Pérez Gallardo (Sworn Translator) .............647 863745

Carolyn (Mojácar area) ........................950 132905 / 608 692545

Cristina ……...........................................................…..626 741386

Clara Mata .................................................................629 132529

Donna (Vera-Playa) .....................................................672 668803

Donna González-Linnitt .............................................699 067922

Elizabeth ....................................................................662 504734

Espanglish Translation & Interpreters . 950 390037 / 950 392876

Hind (Mojácar - French, Arabic, English) ...............616 605341

Houri Talliss ..................................................................671 067468.

Interpreter/Translator ...................................................633 240315

Jenni (Almanzora valley area) ..............................653 098329

Jill Willems (Turre) ......................................................627 855930

Joanne Tissington ……………...................................637 267150

Kathryn Jones .........................................................629 931125

Laberinto (Spanish, English, French, Dutch) ...........609 781438

Marcela Chávez Riveros (Mojácar) ......................... 676 951352

Marguerite …….....................................................…..687 814157

Marisa .........................................................................636 179128

Mauro Medina ............................................................639 742127

Michaela Talbot ..........................................................622 015765

Milena (Albox) ………....................……654 359607 / 711 794366

Mojácar Interpreting ...................................................617 830513

Nieves Gómez (Mojácar) ........................................... 622 306389

Paula Similie (Mojácar) ................................................627 423675

Pedro .........................................................................655 510420

Robert Boucher ..........................................................693 618705

Sean Interpreter/Translator (Garrucha) ........................642 572412

Simply Solved ………..................................................663 327091

Susi ..............................................................................617 920 190

Wendy Interpreter/Translator ...................................... 661 194278

Yamile (Written Translations) ........................................626 207575

IRONING

Cherie’s Ironing & Cleaning (Mojácar) ............………634 301389

Pressed for Time ......................................................711 065805

JEWELLERY

Castellón (Bédar) .........................................................642 435909

Jewellery Paula (Albox) ...........................................960 430871 Joyería Pérez (Garrucha) ........................................950 460636

La Luna (Garrucha) .................................................950 132543

KENNELS, CATTERIES & PET SITTING

Animal Hotel (Águilas) ..............................................639 722197

Boarding Kennels Los Llanos de Rosa (cats & dogs) ..629 448073

Country Kennel (Turre) .........................950 473011 / 627 564640 Dog & Cat Sitter Service

389592

.....................................................693 769079 / 697 500673

Five Bone Hotel (Turre) ............................................630 234556

Kareclif Cattery (Albox) ...........................................677 791165

Paws*A*While (Nr Albox) …....................................…696 562662

Purrfect Paws Cat & Dog Sitting (Nr Albox) .........711 099296

Pet Sitting in Your Home ………….......................…….637 061482

Sharon Presley ..........................................................648 069200

Sleepy Hollow (Huércal-Overa) ….............................617 313587

Stonehouse boarding kennels (Almendricos)................638 753479

The Hilton Cattery ..............................950 163489 / 664 565479

Woodhouse Boarding Kennels/Cattery (Arboleas) ….950 930585

KITCHENS

24hr Casaserve .................................950 466438 / 676 306269

Artizan (Vera) (See p.2) ....................…950 390635 / 661 985310

Charlie Fyre ..............................................................686 833444

Cocinas El Real (Los Gallardos) .........639 036051 / 622 232186

Cocinas Puntocom (Huércal-Overa) ...950 921975 / 722 136950

Cutler’s Carpentry .....................................................711 030400

Ergo Küchen (Huércal-Overa) ...................................636 447730

Harlequin Kitchens (Albox) ……........………………….619 584405

Homes & Beyond (Garrucha) ....................................950 132458

Indalo Kitchens & Bathrooms (See p.6).661 267060 / 623 324047

J.B. Kitchen Fitters (Turre) .......................................687 024884

KDI Kitchens .............................................................605 163613

La Lonja (Lorca) (See p.27) ........................................968 443322

Mojácar Home Improvements ....................................950 473104

S.Willems kitchen fitting service ....................................641 192429

Vera Cocinas .................................................................629 462119

LANDSCAPING

D & C Landscaping ..................................................634 359082

La French Touch .................. ..................................607 226269

Luke’s Landscapes and Reforms ................................711 085 654

Mel Wood Landscapes ...................................0044 7973843706

Nash Groundworks .....................................................722 546192

LAUNDERETTES

Bish’s (Mojácar Playa) .............................................711 051400

The Laundry Room (Vera Playa) ..............................666 007824

LAUNDERIES

City Sec (Vera) .........................................................950 390255

Clean Team Laundry Service ...................................634 332502

Costa-Azul (Aguilas) ……..........................................968 414327

Ivi’s Lavanderia (Las Buganvillas) ............................950 132657

LEGAL SERVICES

See also Solicitors

ALO Services (Zurgena) ....................950 449179 / 667 994682

All in One Multiservices (Valle del Este) ................627 423675

Almería Documents Direct (Arboleas) ..50 991411 / 616 293334

Asesoría Sánchez Moral (Mojácar) ..........................670 099726

Barbara Caparros Ridao (Vera) …..........................950 390427

CG Legal & Financial (Mojácar Playa) ..950 472504 / 670 215926

Cam Concepts S.L. (Huércal-Overa) …....…………. 950 471357

Cervantes Alarcon Consulting (Garrucha) 950 106490 / 647 863787

Gecko Legal Services S.L. (Mojácar) 950 475949 / 638 264621

Gestoría Salvador (Albox) ........................................950 500401

Gestoría Salvador (Mojácar Playa) ............................950 473192

Kim Clark UK Benefit advice ……..….950 169729 / 663 297568

Mayor Consulting (Garrucha) .......................................950 615185

Mojácar Playa Asesores ……........………...……………950 472710

Pilar Pérez Gestión S.L. (Mojácar) ............................950 478863

MS Legal ..............................................950 479613 / 634 322827

Rodriguez Paris (Antas) ............................................950 619039

Spain Service Solutions ...............................................637 248739

Vera Advisors (Vera) .................................................950 390621

Villalba Asesores (Albox) ............................................950 431720

LEISURE ACTIVITIES and TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

Bowlera (Arboleas) …..........................................….662 112170

Extreme Adventure Mojácar ......................................687 919840

Indalo Bowling Mojácar ............................................950 473073

Karting (Garrucha) …..........................................……950 460207

Lunar Cable Park (Cuevas del Almanzora) .................665 512873

Nautarium Sea Museum (Garrucha) ………........…..950 139554

Paragliding ………................................635 243539 / 680 358549

LOCKSMITHS

Anteva (Mojácar Playa) .......................850 984888 / 605 179179

Guzman Seguridad (Albox) ..................950 431497 / 617 272885

Locksmith (Dean) .....................................................666 949213

Phil the Pick 24hr (Arboleas) …................................697 243181

LIGHTING

Nuar Home (Vera) .......................................................665 554019

LOGS FOR SALE

Colin & Carlos ....................................660 903158 / 630 455328

Firewood Arboleas .................................................647 932078

Leña Ramos (Arboleas) ….........................................616 044719

Lee (Arboleas) ...........................................................636 092632

Leñas Cazorla (Turre) ...............................................607 827783

Levante Logs ............................................................670 243724

Log-On-Tommy …........................................................619 070839

Palm Deliveries (Albox) .....................950 122416 / 686 966008

Phil (Arboleas) …........................................................634 328779

Potty Finca Services ............................950 163930 / 616 855294

MARKETING

Edela Media (Social Media) (Mojácar) ....................607 146352

Mojácar Business (Social Media) ............................950 680110

MASSAGE

Acupuncture & Massage ..........................................637 120429

Aeraki ....................................................615 781474 / 605 435869

Alternativa (Jessica Rippin) ......................................676 284170

Andreea (Therapeutic Massage) ................................645 253397

Anushree (Cranio - Sacral -Therapy) ......................672 721096

Hari (Intuitive Healing Massage, Bodywork) ............608 176578

Holistic Massage (Ali) ...............................................634 308906

Holistic Massage (Lorraine) ................950 064484 / 687 569113

Jason (relaxing massage) ........................................711 026456

Lymphatic Drainage & Cranio Sacral-Therapy (Gabi) 633 011442

Mike Sheehan (Neuromuscular Therapy) ...................657 050394

Oceanic Therapies (Mojácar) ......................................687 619239

Ray Daniel (Sports massage)………...........................617 741564

Sri Sawang (Thai) .......................................................614 232644

VaVa Health & Wellness (Remedial Therapies)(Vera) 642 314316

Zen Massage (Mojácar & Bédar) .............................643 766935

MATTRESSES

Me & Mrs Jones (Mojácar) (See p.25).........................634 364795

Sleepcentre (Albox) (See p.5) ..........868 931872 / 671 715294

Unicraft (El Real, Antas) (See p.95) .............................692 176 069

MEALS DELIVERED

Committed2ucommunitycare ......................................684 333442

Hannah’s Kitchen .........................................................642 142745

METAL WORK

AA Window Doctor ....................…............................630 231644

Carpentería Metalica Chacón (Albox) …................950 431738

Cerrajería Jara (Las Buganvillas) …............………….950 109986

Coastal Rejas ...........................................................610 000700

Ideal Metal Designs ...................................................656 834064

Jon (Zurgena) ............................................................626 972545

Metalbox (Albox) .........................................................950 633090

P & D Metals ..............................................................638 707406

Speedy Fit Security Grilles ........................................600 006032

The Metal Works ..............................950 930520 / 638 900949

MOBILE HOMES & CARAVANS

Camping Los Gallardos .............................................679 970399

Caravan Storage (Antas) ……..............................….661 508776

Casa Móviles .....................................637 418906 / 951 161348

Cherribar Park Homes ............…………950 396908 / 629 688153

Flor de Vida (Aguilas) ..........................968 438535 / 660 329907

Hispavan (Antas) (See p.34) ......................................687 845730

Veramotor S.A. ...........................................................950 392552

MOTORCYCLES & QUADS

D Perez Motor (Antas) ...............................................950 069022

Harley Dees …………................................................600 685550

Montoya Motos (Garrucha) …...............................…..950 133033

Nafta Custom (Antas) ………...............950 619293 / 615 938352

NEWSAGENTS

Total Entertainment (Albox) ......................................950 121318

Total Entertainment (Arboleas) .................................634 348902

Total Entertainment (Turre) .....................................950 468295 NURSING

(Anne-Marie Pichon) ...............................666 966573

OPTICIANS

Centro Optico Otra Mirada (Vera) ...............................640 836696 Federopticos (Aguilas) ……........................................968 414468

Federopticas Diaz (Albox)

121122

135596

(Albox)

(Mojácar Playa)

Opticalia (Albox) .....................................................950 121084

Opticalia Aisa (Garrucha) .........................................695 473333

Primera Opticos (Aguilas) .........................................968 493482

Salas García (Huércal Overa) .................950 135081 / 638 010656

OSTEOPATHS

Alice Bellot (Mojacar & Arboleas) ….................………633 352259

Centro Physis (Olula del Rio) .................................695 355381

Enrique Arias (Mojácar) .........................950 472974 / 629 289385

Hector Gutiérrez (Vera Playa) ............607 479379 / 950 132765

Osteo Maestra (Arboleas) ......................................950 449451

Sanatura (Albox) .................................610 269162 / 642 809453

PAINTING & DECORATING

2 Strokes .....................................................................649 186107

A.J. Painting & Decorating .......................................687 024884

Alan Barker ......................................950 099913 / 600 268176

Antonio Perez (Mojácar) ………........................…….691 240495

Borders Painting ………..........................................…687 661807

Cabrera Painting and Decoration Works ...................637 524709

Casanove Interiors ......................................................680 836166

C.I.S Services (Arboleas) .........................................634 621747

Curtis Helm Multiservices .........................................610 394815

Daniel ……………..................................................….642 236810

Darpa S.L. ..................................................................691 055726

Darren Hargreaves ...................................................626 855483

Eddy Venner ............................................................711 035030

Grupo Brideca (shop) (Huércal-Overa) 950 471045 / 950 135881

JPM .............................................................................627 090422

Moran’s Decorating Services .....................................711 072629

PB Painting ...............................................................661 184848

Paul ...........................................................................649 186107

Phil the Painter ……..............................................…671 227259

Pinturas Chano ..................................677 082787 / 662 580295

Premier Painters ..........................................................711 055648

SJ Decor .....................................................................711 084585

Sol Spray Painters .......................................................613 421932

The Fast Brush .........................................................950 472668

True Colours .............................................................636 638670

Vera Painting Services ............................................711 004024

PATIO & POOL ENCLOSURES

See Screened Patio & Pool Enclosures

PERFUMES & COSMETICS

Son d’Aromas (Mojácar Playa) ...................................666 348253

PEST CONTROL

Famim (Albox) .............................................................950 430783

Jason ……..........................................950 064015 / 680 903609

Sedesa (Vera) ………….............................................950 393048

PET SHOPS & TRANSPORT

Bonmascota (Albox) ....................................................678 799445

Happy Pets Garrucha, (Vera Playa) ...........................671 526839

La Tienda de Basilio Rubio (Albox) ...........................651 131412

Madera Mania (Los Gallardos) …..................……….667 562872

Mojácar Mascotas ......................................................679 411203

Pet Tag Engraving ...................................................711 006027

Que Guau! (Mojácar) ...............................................633 558540

Tucano Mascotas (Vera) ............................................650 292670

Union Jack (Pet Transportation) ...........………………….902 109560

VetCare (Vera Playa) .................................................950 775102

PHOTOGRAPHIC SERVICES

20seven photography ...............................................634 301635

Almería-Fotografía ....................................................663 627942

Bluwater Photography ….........…………………...……616 189002

Chincheto (Mojácar) ....................................................687 489182

El Studio Primo ..................................643 371630 / 643 517001

Fotomicar (Lyle Mallen) ............................................620 786914

Fotos Fabrega (Albox) ………...........…………………950 430223

Frank Millar Photography & Videographer ….............642 107953

Indigo Photography & Video ....................................637 974793

Omar De La Cruz ………..........………950 460213 / 609 284852

Professional Video & Photographic Services inc. Aerial...647 202599

Real estate photography .............................................722 452265

Rod Westwood ………........................950 472321 / 609 611207

The Image Suite …….............................…...................647 918 848

PHOTOCOPIES & SCANS

C.A.T. Services (La Alfoquía) ...........950 634388 / 627 635514

neö-cöpy (Vera) …...................………..950 390424 / 622 262100

Pronto Printing (La Buganvillas) (See cover).............950 133492

Servidea 2020 (Mojácar Playa) .................................950 399726

Total Entertainment (Albox) ......................................950 121318

Total Entertainment (Arboleas) .................................634 348902

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Caroline De Maeght (Villaricos) ...............................650 134805

Centro Physis (Olula del Rio) ....................................695 355381

Clínica Fisioalbox (Albox) .........................................629 402852

Clinica MOS Fisioterapia (Mojácar Playa) ................644 394335

Fisiomar Physiotherapy Centre (Albox) ....................667 425197

Fisioterapia Vera-Salud (Vera Playa) ...607 479379 / 950 132765

Gabi Triebel (Mojácar Playa) ..............633 011442 / 950 472263

Physiotherapy Centre (Albox) ...........950 431463 / 657 516247

Remedio clinic (Mojacar) ....................950 472980 / 617 741564

Vitea Fisioterapia (Vera) ...................950 390655 / 663 024255

PICTURE FRAMING

Casa de Cabra (Albox) ........................................ 633 364329

Pink House (La Concepción) ..............622 288750 / 681 095096

PIZZERIAS

Antonella (Mojácar Playa) ..............................……..950 450215

Bocapizza (Albox) ......................................................950 120506

Cafetería Levante (Mojácar) ....................................950 615224

Centro Plaza (Palomares) …...............................…..950 618614

Chili (Turre) ................................................................950 468425

D’Angelo (Mojácar Playa) ..........................................950 478517

D´Luigi (Arboleas) .......................................................602 815929

El Gaucho (Mojácar Playa) .....................................663 304531

Enrico (Mojácar Playa) ......................950 472995 / 642 514738

Góndola (Garrucha) ..................................................950 133928

Gondola (La Alfoquía) ….....................……………..643 136117

Meson Felipe San Bernabé (Mojácar Playa) ..…….950 475966

Ilario Imperial (Mojácar Playa) ...............................….950 478098

In Viaggio .............................................950 090824 / 605 074879

Jardin (Vera Playa) .................................................950 467023

La Muralla (Mojácar Pueblo) .......................................950 472928

Lucky Pizzeria (Villaricos) ........................................642 767122

Memoli (Vera Playa) ..........…………..950 093017 / 603 804676

Napoli (Mojácar Pueblo) .............................................950 102472

Provenzal (Mojácar Playa) ..........................................950 478308

Pulcinella (Mojácar Pueblo) ......................................950 478401

Rincon del Zahorí (Mojácar Pueblo) ..630 314400 / 661 604220

Quick (Garrucha) .........................................................950 132305

Sottocasa (Mojácar Playa) ........................................950 093075

Vesuvio (Mojácar Playa) ...........................................604 914137

PLASTERERS

Pritchard Construcciones .........................................662 046497

Pukka plastering (Almanzora area) ...........................692 596681

PLUMBERS

24hr Casaserve ......................................950 466438 / 676 306269

Bédar Directo .............................................................689 702916

Blocked DrainsRUs ............................950 091109 / 648 768587

Byouniquehomes .........................................................603 867249

Carlos (Saliente) Plumbing & Heating .....................620 742954

Curtis Helm Multiservices .........................................610 394815

Drain Dctor ...............................................................620 425948

Drainage Solutions .............................616 531283 / 670 088966

Fontanería GarciMar (Garrucha) ...............................635 581070

Graham ....................................................................620 112193

Knowles ….........................................684 143560 / 606 807797

Fernando (Huércal Overa)...........................................677 549247

Francisco Montoya (Mojacar) …............……………..687 466352

Smith Plumbing S.L. ..................................................950 468041

PODIATRISTS

POOL COVERS

1 Stop Pool Shop ...............................950 104345 / 637 582696

Coverbox (Albox) …….................................................615 992007

Enclose My Pool ..................................606 040462 / 670 510097

Hispavan pool covers ........................950 047033 / 687 845730

Real Covers (Mojácar) ........................950 478763 / 609 667333

WS Cover ...................................................................667 480363

POOLS & POOL MAINTENANCE

1 Stop Pool Shop ...............................950 104345 / 637 582696

24hr Casaserve .................................950 466438 / 676 306269

Aguafer Piscinas S.L. ................................................950 617064

Alloa Pool Care (Albox) ………….................…………..650 244018

Almeria Pools .............................0044 7957167633 / 634 318369

Astral Pool (Vera) .........................................................669 680982

Blue Diamond Pool Care ..........................................697 238933

Clean Pool Service (Arboleas) ...................................606 654389

Complete Pool & Property Maintenance 601 634192 / 634 891709

Pritchard Construcciones ............................................662 046497

Heat My Pool ....................................950 528128 / 663 303350

IndalPool (Albox) …………................................……..950 431859

Mat Murray ...............................................................647 841750

Oasis Pool Cleaning Services ............634 332170 / 634 332178

Olive Tree Farm Pool Services ...............................643 463129

Piscinas Miguel (Maintenance) .............950 478652 / 607 480865

Pool Medics ……………...................................……….634 353525

Pools & Piscinas (Cleaning - Bédar) .........................637 915898

Procare Pools (Arboleas) ..........................................642 370681

Proyectados Pool Sureste ............................................630 810299

Salvador (Pool Maintenance) ......................................696 426523

Sundance Spas - Pool Maintenance S.L. ..................950 472845

Tanby Piscinas ............……….............950 468230 / 609 888549

Triton Pool Cleaning ...............................................634 326322

Tropicana Swimming Pool Construction 650 906114 / 689 404244

True Blue Pools & Spas ..............................................661 148998

POSTAL SERVICES

Blue Sea Villas (Mojácar) (See front cover)............….950 478643

Can Connect (Albox) …….........................................950 121149

C.A.T. Services (La Alfoquía) ..............950 634388 / 627 635514

Connexions (Turre) ..................................................950 479502

Forget-me-not (Las Buganvillas) ...............………..950 118043

Frankie’s Bar (Vera Playa) ......................................662 474861

GLS (Pol.Ind. El Real) ............................................950 786182

Mail Boxes Etc (Vera) ............................................950 393835

Offex Spain ................................……..966 765950 / 661 386942

Pam’s Post (Albox) ............................................... 664 565479

Postbox Terreros ......................................................621 285212

Spanish Property Choice (Easypost) ..950 615388 / 635 722290

The Post Shop (Albox) ………..................................951 250574

Total Entertainment (Albox)

PRINTING & GRAPHIC DESIGN

(Huércal Overa) ...............................................605 162709

Boxes Etc (Vera) ............................................950 393835

Mobility Almería (Mojácar Playa) .............................634 322475

Mojácar Business .......................................................950 680110

neö-cöpy (Vera) …...................…..950 390424 / 622 262100

Pronto Printing (La Buganvillas) (See cover) ..........950 133492

Sello Gráfico (Mojácar Playa) ..................................607 424452

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

24hr Casaserve ...................................950 466438 / 676 306269 ABS Advanced Building Services .............................687 846016 Arboleas Builders ………...............…950 930536 / 634 306690

Can I Help You (Vera) ……….................................691 662267

Complete Pool & Property Maintenance 634 343541 / 634 891709

Curtis Helm Multiservices .........................................610 394815

D & D Property Care & Rentals (See cover).643 335386 / 643 337063

Exclusive Holiday Villas ............................................634 348703

Hire a Hubby …………........................950 436679 / 619 066022

J & B Maintenance Services ..........617 477797 / 711 082491

IDP Services …………................................................608 238775

Indalfutur S.L. (Mojácar) ……........….950 615156 / 609 026526

J & J Property Care ....…….................950 452106 / 617 657414

La Casa es Tuya .......................................................663 931471

Mode Services ...................................950 525790 / 687 033106

Mojacar Estates ..........................................................950 478935

Mojácar Homes & Villas ............................................634 330652

Procare Property Service (Arboleas) .......................642 370681

Triton Property Maintenance ...................................634 326322

Xtreme Cleans Property Care ..................................634 328911

Zlatan ................................................630 207864 / 682 277576

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & RENTALS

Alhambra Holdings (Mojácar) ................950 475199 / 629 673450

Almeria Accommodation (Turre)..+44 (0) 7956 544591 / 711 020708

Almería Holiday Rentals ............................................638 701670

Almería Property Agency (Arboleas) …..850 993099 / 606 281865

Almeria Rentals ................................. 650 764623 / 648 523073

Apartamentos Torrelaguna (Las Buganvillas) .............950 132580

APT Lets (Valle del Este) ….................950 619227 / 626 578164

Blaumar (Huercal Overa) .....................950 135512 / 670 869533

Blue Sea Villas (Mojácar) (See front cover).............….950 478643

Casa Benedict Rentals (Turre) …...………....…………616 189002

Casa Paz Holiday Lettings (Huercal-Overa) ...........693 935118

C.A.T. Services (La Alfoquía) ..............950 634388 / 627 635514

Citrus Homes ...............................……......................638 849254

Coastal Properties (Mojácar) .......................................950 475235

Complete Holiday Care ....………...........950 478612 / 610 808631

D & D Property Care & Rentals (See cover).643 335386 / 643 337063

E-Property Almería .......................................................677 146592

Exclusive Holiday Villas ..............................................634 348703

Holiday Home Europe .........................950 120210 / 654 590258

Holiday Letting Service ........................950 472903 / 627 565049

Homes of Spain (Huércal Overa).........950 616516 / 616 562447

Indalfutur S.L. (Mojácar) ……........….950 615156 / 609 026526

Indasol Mojácar S.L. ...................……....................….950 472200

Inmoterreros ...............................................................950 096180 KW Resorts

Mojácar Homes & Villas ............................................634 330652

Mojácar Long Term Rentals …...............................…636 903184

Next Stop Almería ................................950 617518 / 678 034651

Price Brown Partnership (Mojácar) ............................950 478915

Primos Property Services .......................643 517001 / 643 371 630

Real Almería Property (Mojácar) ............................634 316068

Rent Mojácar ............................................................950 615042

Sandy Goldfinch ........................+44 7767 301159 / 670 575897

Sunshine Villas............................………850 993202 / 694 440184

Swallows Nest Holiday Apartment (Fines) .................711 032950

The Key ................................................................0044 7541 842710

Triton Property Services ..........................................634 326322

Voss Homes (Huercal-Overa) ...................667 891 741 / 950 616 827

Year Round Holiday Rentals .............950 619178 / 627 763052

PROPERTY PROMOTERS

Almanzora S.L. (Desert Springs) ...............................950 467104

BMS Huerta Nueva ............................950 615035 / 669 355914

Elegant Homes S.L. ............................950 092603 / 687 629777

Elide Group S.L. …............….............950 390009 / 950 615076

El Pinar de Bédar ......................................................950 469496

GM Associates (Mojácar) ……….........……..............…950 475225

Miramar (Marina Golf) ................................................950 397060

New Villas (Albox) ………………........………............…950 121036

Nicla Property Consultancy S.L. .................................950 133508

Promobys …………….................................................950 618889

PSYCHOLOGIST

Dr. Jane Thompson ............................968 485729 / 618 920126

RADIO STATIONS

Onda Aguilas (100.1) …............................................968 447864

Smooth FM online (89.8) ......................................634 332666

Spectrum FM (96.1) ...........................950 615142 / 678 332815

REFRIGERATION

MD Air Conditioning & Refrigeration SL ...607 364917 / 607 366040

REMOVALS & STORAGE

See also Van & Man Hire

Amanda’s (Lubrin) ............................950 069682 / 634 310512

Brian’s Removals (Mojácar Playa) .........................674 280268

Dave’s Transport (International / Local)....................620 049524

English Move (Tony) ….............................................699 819213

Indalo Storage .........................................................950 821002

Indalo Transport ......................................................950 821002

Items For Sale Mojácar ..................694 439275 / 950 478753

Location Warehousing S.L. (Antas) .............................950 391412

Los Gallardos Store ...................................................607 687760

Moovit Transport & Storage ...............950 930316 / 642 586701

Sprinter Services (Vera Playa) .............605 376873 / 950 609121

St. George’s European …UK 0044 207 193 5984 / 952 485984

Storage 42 Removals and Storage (Albox) ...............634 325639

Storage Solutions (Arboleas) ................950 930316 / 671 220105

Swift Transport (Arboleas) ........................................618 511234

U-Store (Antas) .........................................................654 482746

UK Direct ..................UK 0044 7719.118.879 / Spain 642 099479

Union Jack Removals (International) ….......………….902 109560

Wanderers Transport and Storage ..UK 0044 7906852325 / 623 300425

RESTAURANTS, BARS & CAFES

See also Chinese Restaurants & Pizzerias

Agua Amarga

La Chumbera ............................................................634 676298

Los Tarahis (Beachbar) .............................................950 138235

Restaurant Family ......................................................950 138014

Albox

Bar Lepanto .......................................642 859040 / 950 120261

Charlotte’s Bar & Restaurant ...................................850 991233

Cornish Pride ...................................................………666 618933

Elephant Cafe ...........................................................699 090183

Gran Muralla (Chinese) ...........................................950 120166

Happy Garden (Chinese/Asian). ................................950 120851

La Cena ……........................................……………..950 430930

La Palmera ….............................................................950 430993

La Parrilla ................................................................950 430024

Mesón de Irene ………........................647 730103 / 950 430145

Restaurante Virgen del Saliente ................................669 300291

Scrumptious ...............................................................608 543866

Taberna Topares ........................................................647 443248

TCs .............................................................................642 347943

Terraza Lamarlo ........................................................670 306290

The New Delhi (Indian) ……...........….950 431705 / 639 231507

The Taj (Indian) ........................................................950 633278

Alfaix

La Venta de Alfaix .....................................................671 272464

Antas

El Fogon, Asador Argentino ........................................950 459081

Mi Casa .................................................950 453007 / 950 453048

Arboleas

Bar Limaria ..............................................................950 930047

D´Luigi ........................................................................602 815929

Harley’s .....................................................................642 637371

Hostal Meson ………..........................950 430137 / 635 612738

Hotel Rural Azabache ..............................................690 258813

Maloan Nadia .............................................................642 522101

New Bar International ..................................................693 709931

Nueva Trinidad ..................................850 993250 / 634 369833

Bédar

El Cortijo ...................................................................950 398108

El Paso ................................................678 868963 / 950 469409

Miramar .....................................................................950 469308

Cabrera

Riad Cabrera ………………….....................................950 092042

Cerro Gordo

Bistro Bonita .......................................650 599739 / 950 930169

Cucador

La Vida ……….................................….........……….950 634562

Desert Springs Resort

El Torrente Restaurant ........................................……950 091546

El Campico (Bédar-Lubrin)

La Montaña ...............................................................950 398856

El Pilar de Lubrin

Restaurante Albar ....................................................647 877091

El Pinar

Bar El Pinar ...........................................................634 302673

Garrucha

Angus & Hereford .....................................................950 460588

Aurinko ....................................................................950 533350

Casa Adriana ......................................637 099475 / 950 133154

Chino Peking (Chinese) .............................................950 132948

GBG ……………...................................950 132625 / 639 915993

Góndola ....................................................................950 133928

La Cantina de Floor ....................................................950 132757

Maui Gastro ….................................................………950 460882

Nautico …................................................................687 918669

Restaurante Andalucia ..............................................950 460604

Restaurante Azul, Hotel Tikar ...................................950 617131

Rincón del Puerto …….......................950 133042 / 950 133043

Tierra y Mar .............................................................643 463940

Huércal-Overa

Chiringuito Kiosko Bar El Parque ...........................677 403224

Enoteca Crisbe ...................................950 134100 / 607 338460

La Alfoquía

Gondola

Mojácar - see also Mojácar Pueblo

Brisa del Mar .............................................................643 197724

Cabo Norte ..............................................................665 891772

Cala Marina (Beachbar) ...........................................689 572249

Captain’s Tapas Bar & Restaurant ...........................617 477797

Casa Egea .................................................................950 472190

Casa Flor ..................................................................626 353147

Casa Juan …………................................................….950 450305

Cave Bar ...............................................................…..950 478799

Cheers………….....................................................…….643 664077

Chiringuito Manacá (Beachbar) ...................................693 618671

Delfín

El

El Flamenco (See p.41) ..........................................950 478851

El Toro .....................................................................691 628061

Enrico (Italian) ...................................950 472995 / 642 514738

Gastro Malabar

Lua Beach Club ...........................................…………950 472643

Lucero ………....................................................…….673 544617

Mandala Beach Club ................................................950 473131

Mesón El Que Faltaba ............................................950 478806

Mesón Mémé ……………...........……….674 141159 / 647 954405

Marcelo Entre Tapas ........................673 744249 / 950 027218

Martín Morales ...........................................................950 478812

Mesón Felipe San Bernabé ...................…………….950 475966

Meson Mémé …........…………………..674 141159 / 647 954405

Mandala Beach Club ..............................................950 473131

Mohana (See p.4) ......................................................677 420108

Neptuno Beach Club .............................................…616 005387

Omega ................................................950 475317 / 647 675919

PJ’s Cafe .................................................................634 368446

Pachamama .................................................................666 140051

Palacio Imperial Marina (Thai, Japanese, Chinese) .950 472208

Parador de Mojácar .................................................950 478250

Parwaz (Indian) .........................................................631 995178

Pecado (See p.31) ..................................................950 356256

Piamonte ....................................................................950 473204

Playa Juana Beach Club ............................................690 984992

Puerto Madero Tapas Bar ........................................950 884617

Robert (Marina de la Torre) …………..............………950 110412

Rusty Nail .................................................................662 153813

Sal Marina ................................................................950 472405

Samsara ......................................................................642 092629

Scotty’s El Tropico ...................................................687 382540

Sensations (See p.15)..................................................950 472057

San Pedro Belgian Bar ...........................................722 485340

Shea’s Kitchen (See p.7) ............................................950 478186

Sol y Arena (Beachbar) .............................................950 478308

Solana Beach ..............................................................632 727851

Sottocasa (Italian) .......................................................950 093075

Terraza de la Luz .......................................................722 194767

The Emerald Isle ......................................................850 994616

The Irish Rover ..........................................................950 473135

The Lemon ....................……...............................…….950 472659

The Snug ....................................................................633 583164

Tito’s (Beachbar) .......................................................950 615030

Torre Bahía Lounge ..................................................634 897350

Trufibar .......................................................................664 103611

Twister .....................................................………………600 006032

Valery (See p.13) .......................................................662 968460

Zeppelin ......................................................................643 199723

Vesuvio (Italian) ........................................................604 914137

Vista del Mar ..............................................................711 054966

Mojácar Pueblo

Arlequíno ..........................................950 478037 / 649 337781

Calima (Moroccan) ...................................................608 807331

Casa Minguito ………...............................................950 478614

El Aleman .................................................................617 317801

El Antler ……....................................622 722879 / 600 540661

El Pimiento ...............................................................647 163681

La Candela …...........................................................647 724367

La Taberna (Mojácar Pueblo) ..................................950 615106

Napoli Pizzeria .........................................................950 102472

Pulcinella (Italian) .....................................................950 478401

Restaurante Aires del Sur ..........................................637 938996

Restaurante Mamabel’s ...............................................950 472448

Rincón de Embrujo …....................…………………….600 531270

Rincon del Zahorí .............................630 314400 / 661 604220

Palomares

102 Tapas Bar …………......................950 467745 / 615 157905.

Akua ..........................................................................621 210854

Asagía Asador ...........................................................662 305051

Monika’s Bar .......................................950 467720 / 659 672615

La Dulce Casa …......................................................602 451772

The Oasis ............................................950 467381 / 676 365010

Partaloa

Mis Amigos ..............................................…………….612 508447

Piedra Amarilla, Partaloa

Lorena’s ...................................................................634 345353

San Juan de Los Terreros

Costa Tranquila (Beachbar) ......................................620 236798

La Geoda ..................................................................673 020159

Mi Cortijo …………......................................................950 466323

Mondy Playa ........................................600 254314 / 622 807809

Sopalmo

Meson El Algarrobo ...................................................950 968784

Restaurante Sopalmo Maremonti (Italian)...................655 797530

Turre

Alice’s Bar ……….......................................................620 876485

Casa Adelina ............................................................950 479153

Chili ...........................................................................950 468425

Ciringuito Extreme .....................................................673 617732

Doner Kebab ............................................................603 527699

Hostal Rural .............................................................950 478806

La Pará ……………………..................................…….637 545590

La Sorpresa ...............................................................950 099901

Rosie Lees ..............................................................643

Valle del Este Golf

Vera

Gran Muralla (Wok Buffet) ......................................950 391691

Vera Playa (Las Buganvillas / Pueblo Laguna)

Anto’s Irish Bar ............................................................950 309730

Dragon Chino ...............................................................950 133226

La Colonial ..............................................................….950 133918

Las Marinas .................................................................950 378122

Memoli Pizzeria .................................…......................603 804676

Pub Millionaire ........................................950 378692 / 603 770551

Vera Playa (Naturista)

Bar Oh La La! ............................................................616 338355

Chiringuito Naturista ...................................................950 397726

La Golondrina ............................................................683 342376

Puntonat ......................................................................636 401424

Villaricos

Bar La Plaza Villaricos .........................................…950 467590

Don Tadeo ..................................................................950 467105

El Faro ..................................................649 766252 / 687 351764

El Galeon …….....................................................……671 588790

El Gato ..............................................619 884792 / 628 169659

Gastrobar D’Alvaro ....................................................648 220383

Los Conteros .............................................................642 105702

Lucky Bar Pizzeria ...........................................…….642 767122

Playa Azul ........................................950 467075 / 609 386282

Tipico Italiano ..............................................................641 757160

RETRACTABLE ROOF SYSTEMS

Lifestyle Enclosures Europe S.L. (See p. 9) 950 459060 / 638 063196

ROOFING

Ark Roofing ...............................................................634 379173

RUGS & CARPETS

Homecentre (Albox) (See p.5)..........868 931872 / 671 715294

Me & Mrs Jones (Mojácar) (See p.25)........................634 364795

P & R Rugs (Los Llanos de Arboleas) .......................665 258680

Pink House (La Concepción) ..............622 288750 / 681 095096

RURAL TOURISM

Cortijo Pocico de la Nava (Mojácar) ...........................670 777752

Finca Arboleda (Vera) ..............................................678 027656

Mi Abuela Maria (Mojácar) ……..........................……659 198424

SATELLITE TV

ABC (A Better Climate) ......................647 247494 / 950 092604

DCM Digitek Comms (Mojácar) (See p.19) .950 472947 / 670 084438

Europa Digital ....................................950 133233 / 678 332815

GBTV (Albox and Mojácar) .......................................616 888058

GSF Communications (Mojácar) ...............................950 473102

Solo Satellite & Air-Con. .............................................699 909737

Tweaks (Albox) .........................................................620 040331

SCREENED PATIO & POOL ENCLOSURES

Enclose My Pool ...............................606 040462 / 670 510097

Inside Out In Europe S.L. ....................................677 114576

Lifestyle Enclosures Europe S.L. (See p. 9).. 950 459060 / 638 063196

Screenmasters (See p.43)............................................677 152911

Sol Shaders S.L. ........................................................627 907207

SCUBA DIVING

Buceo Mojácar .....................................950 472760 / 654 575790

SECOND HAND

Almeria Castaño House Clearance ........................611 028716

Amanda’s (Lubrin) ............................950 069682 / 634 310512

Homestyle (Turre) .....................................................674 514999

Items for Sale Mojácar .....................694 439275 / 950 478753

John’s (Albox) .............................................................634 325639

Merka Recycla (Huércal Overa) .........950 616683 / 666 577006

Pink House (La Concepción) ...........622 288750 / 681 095096

The Attic (Cucador) ..…….…................672 184354 / 673 608854

SECURITY & SAFES

SEWING

Alice ..........................................................................620 876485

J.F.M. Modas Sedal (Turre) ..............950 468031 / 606 945502

Lola Alterations & Repairs (Mojácar Playa) .950 475994 / 637 963835

Solo Style ....................................................................626 319907

Sew n Sew Susie (Albox area) ..........950 930...643 / 633 683872

The Sewing Room ....................................................607 375697

SEPTIC TANK SERVICE

Desarascos Litesa ............................670 863791 / 609 442695 Drainage Solutions …...........………….616 531283 /

(All

(Vera)

390732 Sepserve (All areas) …..............................................675 838808

SHOE REPAIRS

José M. Ortega López (Garrucha) .......693 788311 / 642 024256

SIGNS (Shop

& Vehicle) Idea (Huércal Overa) ...............................................605 162709

Pronto Printing (La Buganvillas) (See cover).............950 133492

SKIP HIRE

Aridos Mojácar S.L. ..................................................650 914257

Casa Conchillo (Albox) ......................950 430740 / 695 844425

El Cano SL (Mojácar) ................................................950 479185 Servacon .....................................................................950 475853

SNOOKER HALLS

CD Snooker Mojácar ..............................................609 026526

Snooker Ambigu (Los Gallardos) ..............................661 973205

SOLAR ENERGY

Ainsol Energy (Turre) ..................................................689 702916

DCM Digitek Comms (Mojácar) (See page 19)...........950 472947 Ecocorp .......................................................................671 716597

Go Solar (Mojácar) ......................................................654 596247

Hi-Tec Solar (Turre) ............................609 888549 / 950 468230

Hispavan Solar ..................................950 047033 / 687 845730

Sunergy Almeria ........................................................636 261240

SOLICITORS

Alonso & Garrido (Albox) ...........................................950 121040

Alonso & Haro (Vera) ..............................................950 392208

AM & RG (Mojácar) ………….............950 478984 / 649 286437

AVSA Lawyers (Aguilas) ..........................................968 446576

Babelia (Mojácar) ……..........…........635 577562 / 950 397114

Loustau

Miguel Angel Rojas Benitez .......................................950 615404

Pablo Suarez (Purchena) ..........................................610 014680

Mundi Abogados (Las Buganvillas) ..........................950 460999

Ramírez Abogados (Vera) .......................................950 391171

Rodriguez Paris (Antas) ..........................................950 619039

Ross Legal Services (Aguilas) .................................968 412321

Ruiz Orozco (Vera) ..................................................950 390282

Saugar Abogados (Mojácar) ......................................950 615038

Villalba (Albox) ...........................................................605 090238

SPAS

IndalOcio (Arboleas) .................................................850 993090

Sundance Spas (El Real, Antas) ..............................635 758773

SPA SERVICING & CLEANING

True Blue Pools & Spas ..........................................661 148998

STORAGE

see Removals & Storage

SURVEYORS

Survey Andalucía (Architect Daniel González) ............686 846624

SWEET SHOPS

Forget Me Not (Las Buganvillas)..............................950 118 043

TATTOO ARTISTS

Classic Tattoo (Mojácar Playa) .................................605 611782

Lisa V Tattoos (Cantoria) ....................634 362737 / 642 024810

Oscar (Mojácar Pueblo) …................................…….629 944374

TAXIS (Legal)

Levante Radio Taxis (all areas)................................950 888111

Exclusive Shuttles pre-booked airport taxis (office hours).950 092602

Marlan Taxis Villaricos .................................................609 764900

TELECOMMUNICATIONS

Albox-Online ………..............................…………….950 091111

Androidez (Vera Playa) ..................950 042338 / 661 375489

Connexions (Turre) ...................................................950 479502

Indalphone .............................(Mojácar) 950 475784 / 622 455 608

Indalphone ...........................................(Huércal-Overa) 950 471470

GSF Communications (Mojácar) ..................................950 473102

Orange (Vera) ...........................................................950 393538

The Phone House (Albox) …………….950 121045 / 670 359698

TILING & PATIO WORK

See also Building Services

1 Stop Paving (Albox) ………................................…634 313939

ABS Steve Ennis ....................................................687 846016

A.J.B. Tiling Services ...............................................687 024884

Arboleas Paving ……………...............................…….636 092632

Borders .....................................................................647 803030

Curtis Helm Multiservices .........................................610 394815

Elegant Homes S.L. ..............................950 092603 / 687 629777

Mode Services ...................................950 525790 / 687 033106

Steve Holman .......................................................... 697 678708

United Tile ................................................................667 702817

TIMBER SUPPLIERS

Wood2Go (Velez Rubio)..............................................950 614050

TOURIST ATTRACTIONS

Almería Alcazaba (castle) .......................................…950 271617

Almería Solar Centre ( Nr.Tabernas) ....950 387990 / 670 866122

Aquarium (Roquetas de Mar) ...................................950 160036

Fort Bravo – Western theme park (Tabernas) .....….950 165405

Nautarium (Sea Museum) (Garrucha) ………………….950 139554

Nijar Butterfly Farm .................................................617 692778

Oasys Western Park & Zoo (Tabernas) ….............….950 365236

Western Leone Theme park (Tabernas) …............…950 165405

TRANSLATING - see Interpreters

Autocares Rodriguez (Coaches) ...............................950 469061

Halcón Viajes (Vera) ................................................950 393472

Exclusive Airport Shuttles ........................................950 092602

Levante Travel (Garrucha) ...................950 132258 / 628 604752

Mojácar Tour (Mojácar Playa) ............................…..950 475757

Viajes Zafiro Tours (Aguilas) ....................................868 782663

Zafiro Tours (Albox) ………..................................……950 121021

Zafiro Tours (Mojácar) .................................................950 615343

TUITION

Chris Walker (Spanish Accent Coaching) .................622 591096

Darío (English tuition for adults) ...............................642 314316

Dave Eccles (Drum lessons) ..............950 525790 / 687 033106

ELC Education & Language Centre ........................669 294342

English tuition & conversation (TEFL) (Vera) ............642 314316

Espanglish ...............................................................950 390037

Guitar Lessons ………….....................................…..667 989270

Hind (French & Arabic, Mojácar) ............................616 605341

Jennifer Lacey (Mathematics) ..................................711 067162

Jewellery making ......................................................642 435909

Kinder Garrucha (Bilingual Education Centre)...........950 460472

La Galeria Art Classes (Albox) …..............................663 341904

Marcela Chávez (Spanish-English school support)....676 951352

Pencils English Academy (Garrucha)..........................634 314110

Piano Lessons …………............+44 7930 373786 / 634 374931

Sarah Dyson (Computer tuition) …....................……687 632435

Simon Farmiloe (Spanish & English)(Albox/Mojacar) ..647 677097

Step by Step Language Centre (Mojácar) ...................600 565284

Tiffany‘s English Academy (Garrucha) ........................685 710078

TV & AUDIO REPAIRS

Seth Pittham (Arboleas) ......................950 634477 / 666 826886

UNIFORMS

Uniformes de Levante (Los Gallardos & Vera) ..........902 110218

UPHOLSTERY

Curtains with Style (Fabrics) ............ 950 069032 / 678 811125

Jone’s Mobile (Upholstery cleaning) …....……………661 571939

Unicraft ........................................................................692 176069

Upholstery & Leather Cleaning .................................636 193256

Upholstery Larios (Cuevas del Almanzora) 950 456 364 / 651 998738

VAN & MAN HIRE

See also Removals & Storage

Amanda’s (Lubrin) ............................950 069682 / 634 310512

Andy (Trailer hire/drive) (Mojácar) ..........................600 225929

Indalo Transport ......................................................634 336468

K.Morris (Vera) ...........................0035 711004024 / 0044 7759692010

Pink House (La Concepción) ..............622 288750 / 681 095096

Storage Solutions (Arboleas) ...................................950 930316

Way 2 Go (UK/Spain) ……UK 0044 208 0904292 / 965 794682

VEHICLE IMPORTATION

Easy Import .................................................................644 711332

Great Cost Matriculation ...........0044 7957167633 / 634 318369

Hispavan vehicle importation ......................................687 845730

Talleres Daydo (Antas Real) ….……….950 459116 / 607 373298

VEHICLE REPAIRS

Auto Corner (Turre/Los Gallardos) ….......................667 439671

Auto Shine Body Repairs ………........607 324623 / 607 324624

Costa Coches Antas .........................950 459209 / 625 133383

Delgado & Gómez (Ind. El Real) ....663 871773 / 687 538416

Fran’s Garage ....................................664 571060 / 950 164912

Go Car (Arboleas) ....................................................950 431861

Gómez Motor (Huércal-Overa) ..................................950 471250

Euro Repar Mojácar Motor (Mojácar Playa) ….......950 478335

NV Transmatix (Antas El Real) ..................850 989958 / 631 556955

Reparbox (DIY) (Antas El Real) ...............................687 879744

SRS Vehicle Services ................................................950 449095

Stop Car (Mojácar) ......................................................950 500734

Taller Daydo (El Real) .........................950 459116 / 607 373298

Taller Fran (Turre) ..............................664 571060 / 950 164912

Talleres Azor ..(Mojácar) 950 478519 ..............(Vera) 950 391400

Talleres Vizcaino (Mojácar) ........................................950 472104

Tyre King (El Real) ................................................950 459253

VEHICLE REPAIRS (MOBILE)

Cool Air (Air Conditioning) .......................................711 052843

Veloc Tuning ECU Remapping Services ..................600 827517

VEHICLE SALES

AA Car Sales (Mojácar) ...........................................950 459208

Auto Corner (Turre/Los Gallardos) …......................667 439671

AutoFex (Arboleas) ....................................................950 431861

Automobiles Playcar SLU ...................950 459302 / 672 737663

Costa Coches Antas ...........................950 459209 / 625 133383

Euro Repar Mojácar Motors ...950 472056 ..(Workshop) 950 478335

Navarro Segura - Seat (Vera) ............670 038580 / 950 393170

Nissan & Ford (Albox) …............................................950 430856

Pink House (La Concepción) ..............622 288750 / 681 095096

Pit Stop (Oria) ……………....................................…..950 124828

SRS Vehicle Services ................................................950 449095

Skoda - Cadena Automocion SL (Vera) .....950 393190 / 637 029737

Talleres Azor ...............(Mojácar) 950 478519 (Vera) 950 391400

VETS

Centro Vet ABC (La Alfoqúia) ….................................950 449064

Astrid (Mojácar) ..............950 472252 Emergencies: 629 099920

Centro Garras (Huércal-Overa) ........950 616820 / 617 456548

Clinica Nexo (Albox) .......950 430814 Emergencies: 617 305784

Clinica Nexo (Olula del Rio) ..950 441819 Emergencies: 617 305784

Clinica Huellas (Aguilas) ...968 447877 Emergencies 629 445327

CliniVet (Turre) …..........................…..950 069780 / 626 171999

Costa Indalo (Mojácar) ........................950 475213 / 605 495017

Egesta Centro Vetinario (Vélez Rubio) ..950 411208 / 608 438683

Europa (Mojácar) .................950472262 Emergencies: 629 099921

Javier (Garrucha) ............950 132200 Emergencies: 619 236059

Movet (Mobile) .........................................................644 672782

Veravet (Vera Town) …............…............................…950 393307

VetCare (Vera Playa) ...............................................950 775102

WATER (Tanker Delivery)

Sierra Cabrera Water ........................651 994419 / 608 057941

WINDOW CLEANING

Carl the Squeegee (Turre) .........................................634 364041 Idea (Mojácar) ..................................................……..605 162709 James ..........................................................................678 988812

Lady Jane Window Cleaning (Arboleas) ...................634 322526

Time 2 Shine (Mojácar & surrounding area) 634 615753 / 639 465450

Window Panes ..........................................................617 208231

Woody the Window Cleaner (Almanzora Valley) .......634 349665

WINDOWS & DOORS

AA Window Doctor ...................................................630 231644

Pritchard Construcciones .............................................662 046497

Enrique Aguirre S.L. (Garrucha) ..............................950 460028

Interglaze ……..............................…...................... 680 743311

Lifestyle Enclosures Europe S.L. (See p. 9) 950 459060 / 638 063196

Mojácar Home Improvements ....................................950 473104

Ortega Windows & Doors .......................................950 393305

Screenmasters .......................….…............................677 152911

Speedyfit .............................................950 439228 / 600 006032

WINES

Bodega Gran Baco (Aguilas) .............................…..968 925655

Enoteca Tikar (Garrucha) ……..............................….950 617131

Isalva (Palomares) ………..........................................615 265092

Typical Gourmet (Mojácar) .......................................950 472108

Vinoteca Delicatessen (Garrucha) ...........................637 393873

WOOD & PELLET STOVES

Chimeneas Acar (Albox) ...........................................950 120077

Chimeneas Mojácar S.L. (Turre) ..................................950 472135

Enrique Aguirre S.L. (Garrucha) .................................950 460028

ZOO & PARK

Oasys (Tabernas) ....................................................950 365236

Community News

Everything Will Be Alright in the End.

So, If It Is Not Alright...It Is

by Chrissie Cremore

Not the End

Would you like to travel to India? Indulge yourself within the sounds, smells and dazzling atmosphere of a bustling city with its mix of traditional social structures? Well, The Indalo Players are about to transport you with their forthcoming production of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel by Deborah Moggach. This is going to be one of the most spectacular, exquisite and intricate productions that they have produced in 26 years.

This comedy-drama is about a group of British retirees, some for financial reasons, who decide to relocate to India for their golden years and take up residence in what they believe is a newly restored luxurious hotel. However, upon their arrival, they discover that the hotel is rather dilapidated and far less palatial than advertised.

Despite their initial disappointment, they find that life and love can begin again in unexpected ways as they navigate their new lives in India. They discover new opportunities of love, friendship and personal growth. The story encourages one to embrace life and find happiness in unforeseen places. As the story unfolds and blossoms, it will make one laugh, cry, be inspired, feel adventurous and hopeful about what life holds in store.

The Production Team bringing life into their next theatre project....The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel...set design, floor layout, furniture, props, costumes, make-up, lights, music, action!!

Performances are at Espacio Cultural Theatre in Los Gallardos in October: 22nd at 16:00; 23rd at 16:00; 24th at 19:30; 25th at 19:30; 26th at16:00.

Doors open one hour before the performance. Tickets are 10 euros and can be purchased from: TOTAL ENTERTAINMENT: Albox, Arboleas, Turre

PAWS-PATAS OUTLETS: Las Buganvillas, Mojácar, Turre

BAR SIMON: Los Gallardos. ONLINE: Indalo Players

PHONE: 629 252 292

Raffles will be held by The Food Bank in Turre, PAWS-PATAS and Stepping Stones.

PAWS-PATAS Update

by Martine Schindler

The first bit of good news is that 32 dogs & 3 cats were re-homed during July, including our beautiful boy Duke who was found earlier this year at death’s door. He was taken home by one of our volunteers who nursed him back to health, and his happy ever ending came when our volunteer decided she couldn’t part with him. Happy life together, Sue and Duke.

Our July fundraising results –

804.28 euros from our Music Event at Oasis Bar (including 196 eiuros in loose change given to us by the venue collected from previous customers)

345 euros PAWS-SOME Club membership. Only 15 spaces remaining so quick -you could be one of the lucky ones to turn your 5 euros a month in to vouchers for 250 euros of your choice and in any denomination. You don’t have to live in Spain – we will purchase the vouchers and send them to you.

Now our “thank you’s”... Jimmi´s Bar, Mojácar Playa - 56.40 euros donated by their customers.

Jan’s Jewels - a donation of 130 euros from sales of her wonderful creations.

Stall holders who donated a total of 35 euros from sales at the Craft Fayre at Jimmi’s.

Community News

Pauline Snyder who very kindly asked for donations to PAWS-PATAS instead of wedding gifts & raised 200 euros. Congratulations & wishing you every happiness in the future. Kim Reader, a donation of 85 euros from friends & family in lieu of birthday gifts. Hope you had a wonderful birthday Kim.

To every single one of you who supports us in some way, either by volunteering, donating furniture/clothes to our shops or by attending an event, our furry family are forever grateful.

NEXT

EVENT - Bingo Brunch returns on 4th September at The Snug, Mojácar Playa, 12pm. Just 10 euros for 2 full games of bingo and brunch. Be quick as it’s always a sell out. And our next Book Sale will be at Scotty’s, Mojácar Playa on 9th September from 10.30am-1pm

WE NEED YOUR HELP. We are urgently in need of volunteers, however much time you can give we will be truly grateful. Whether it’s helping with the dogs, puppies, cats or kittens at the shelter or driving our van and helping collect and deliver furniture, we need you. Please get in touch to donate whatever time you can. Also, our furries would be very grateful for any bedding you no longer require. Thank you. martines@paws-patas.org www.paws-patas.org

Los Bandidos on the Run in Balanegra

Six Los Bandidos runners travelled to Balanegra on Saturday, 16th August for the 11th race in the Circuito de Carreras Populares Diputación de Almería 2025.

The three-lap course was advertised as 8.13k. Despite the 8pm start, conditions were still extremely hot and humid. Local supporters lined the route, and Los Bandidos’ own Lesley Davidge was there to cheer on the team and capture action shots. The race saw fast times at the front, with the overall winner crossing the line in 26:06 and the first woman finishing in 33:01.

A total of 191 runners completed the event. Trophies were presented to the top three in each age group and to the overall winners, while every participant went home with a rechargeable fan. Teresa Chance won a podiatry voucher in the raffle.

Los Bandidos results (position, name, time and age group prizes)

163 Sharon Howlett 46:24 (2nd E-F)

164 Corinne Cherel 46:49 (2nd C-F)

170 John Davidge 48:58

180 Russ Chance 53:21

181 Teresa Chance 53:22 (1st G-F)

Special mention to Guillermo Moscardo Cherel, who placed 8th in the Sub-16 category with a time of 08:18!

Los Bandidos were placed 10th team; Sharon Howlett, Corinne Cherel, John Davidge and Russ Chance in a total time of 3:16:13.

Full results: https://www.cruzandolameta. es/clasificaciones/v2/balanegra-circuito-decarreras-populares-diputacion-de-almeria-2025--2384/#clasificaciones

Founded in June 2018 with a handful of runners on the Mojácar Paseo, Los Bandidos has grown into a thriving multisport community, now embracing road cycling, sea swimming, and triathlon. We welcome all ages, paces, and nationalities—whether you live here full time or are just passing through.

More than just a club, we’re part of the local community. We’re currently collecting nonperishable food and toiletries for the Red Cross Food Bank.

We’re proudly supported by: Alfaix Village Store, Caracola Car Hire, Five Bones Pet Hotel, Heladería Blu, Oasis Fashions, and Restaurante Piamonte. We’re famously sociable! Most of our sessions end with coffee, cake, or breakfast (depending on the time of day, of course). Follow us on Facebook to stay up to date and get involved: facebook.com/groups/490933409244200

Coffee Break

What’s On

Almería

The Dreaming Bubbles company led by White Dream, are performing a magic show at the Teatro Cervantes, Almería city, on Sunday, September 21st at 6pm. Tickets are 15 euros in advance or 18 euros at the door.

Lela Soto is a young Spanish Flamenco performer who has won many awards. She comes to the Teatro Apolo Almería City on Friday, September 26th at 8.30pm. Tickets are 10 and 15 euros.

Aidalai is a lavish tribute concert to Mecano and is performed at the Teatro Cervantes, Almería City on Saturday, October 4th at 10.30pm. Tickets are 20 euros.

Silvia Pérez Cruz presents a concert entitled “Canciones” (songs) at the Maestro Padilla Auditorio, Almería City on Friday, October 3rd at 8.30pm. She is accompanied by cellist Marta Roma, Bori Albero on double bass and violinist Carlos Montfort. Tickets are 33 and 38 euros.

La Revoltosa is a comic opera that is performed at the Maestro Padilla Auditorio, Almería City on Saturday, September 27th at 9pm. Tickets are 10 and 15 euros in advance, or 12 and 17 euros at the door.

Grupo Nuevos Aires perform their 5th anniversary Night of Latin Music at the Teatro Apolo Almería City on Saturday, September 20th at 8.30pm. Tickets are 12 euros.

Popeye The Musical is a musical show for all ages that comes to the Maestro Padilla Auditorio, Almería City, on Sunday, October 19th at 5.30pm. Tickets are 15 euros.

What’s On

The Adventures of Rapunzel, intended for children, is performed at the Teatro Cervantes, Almería City on Sunday, Sept 28th at 12 noon. Tickets are 13 euros in advance and 16 euros at the door.

Hevia is a bagpipe player who has won a Platinum European Award and this is his 25th anniversary. He performs at the Teatro Cervantes, Almería City on Friday, October 10th at 8pm. Tickets are 25 and 30 euros.

Encanto, a Disney tribute musical is performed at the Teatro Cervantes, Almería City on Sunday, October 12th at 12.30am. Tickets are 15 and 20 euros.

Tickets for Teatro Cervantes, Almería city, from box office at Calle del Poeta Villaspesa,1. Open Mon-Fri, 11am-1pm & 4pm-7pm, Saturday from 11am-2pm, or 1hr before performances, or from www.todaslasentradas.com

Tickets for concerts in Almería (except Teatro Cervantes) available from the ticket office in the Teatro Apolo, 25 Rambla Obispo Orberá, Almería , tel: 950 230 922. Mon- Fri, 10.30am-1.30pm .

Águilas

The Compañia Opera 2001 perform Verdi’s opera La Traviata at the auditorio on Sunday, October 19th at 8pm. Tickets are 20, 25 & 30 euros.

What’s On

The Young Symphony Orchestra from Granada come to the auditorio on Saturday, September 20th at 8pm conducted by Edmon Levon. Tickets are 6 euros.

Aguilas tickets from Victoria Travel 968 414 752 and www.bacantix.com, Museo Arqueológico, www.auditorio-aguilas.org or from 2hrs before performances at the box office.

Roquetas de Mar

María Peláe comes to the auditorio as part of her tour El Evangelio, on Saturday, October 4th at 9pm. Tickets are 30 euros.

Pasión Vega, a famous Spanish singer is in concert at the auditorio on Friday, October 17th at 9pm. She performs excerpts from films by Pedro Almodóvar with music and film clips. The musical director is Moisés P. Sánchez and the scenic director is Joan Anton Rechi. Tickets are 24 euros.

Cantajuego perform their Mega Hits production, intended for families, at the auditorio on Saturday, October 25th at 5pm. It features music, dancing and diverting content. Tickets are 14 euros.

The Kiev Ballet Company present the opera Sleeping Beauty by Piotr Tchaikovsky, at the auditorio on Friday, October 31st at 9pm. Choreography is by

What’s On

Marius Petipa and the conductor is Viktor Ishchuk. Tickets are 31 euros.

Vera

El Circuito de Carreras Populares de Almería 2025 is 17 road races organised by the Almería ‘diputación’ (county council), from April to October. They take place in Macael on Saturday, September 27th, Antas on Saturday, October 4th and Pulpí on Saturday, October

25th. The website is www. carreraspopularesalmeria.com and registration for participants can be made at https://www. cruzandolameta.es/. Children’s races start at 6.30pm and the general one at 7.30pm with various prizes.

Guided visits to the Bayra archaeological site in Vera are on Tuesday, September 9th and Saturday, the 20th from 7pm to 8.30pm. Participants have to book by telephoning 950 393 142 or by email at turismo@ vera.es. The meeting point is at the parking area beside the Blas Infante Sports Centre.

Tabernas

The 15th edition of the Almería Western Film Festival (AWFF) starts in Tabernas with an award presentation to the actress Charo López during the opening gala on Wednesday, October 8th and the festival continues until Sunday, October 12th. The main film being shown is the Clint Eastwood “For a few dollars more” filmed 60 years ago, directed by Sergio Leone.

Mojácar

The Almería Provincial Swimming Races are in Mojácar on Sunday, Sept 14th alongside Tito’s beach bar. The 10am event is for children and others over a distance of 100m & 200m, 10.30am is for minors and others over 1,000m, and 11am for all other ages over 2,000m. Inscriptions can be made at www. todofondo.net between 10am-2pm until September 11th.

The Mojácar village Candlelit Night is on Saturday, Sept 20th.

The Mojácar 5* gourmet events continue on Friday, Saturday and Sunday October 3rd, 4th & 5th. For more information and tickets see: https://mojacar5estrellas.es/

Miscellaneous

Open Mic Night alternate Thursdays at Miraflores, Los Gallardos, kick off at 8pm. Everyone welcome.

PAWS-PATAS second hand book sale at Scotty’s El Tropico restaurant is on the second Tuesday of the month, 10.30am-1pm. All proceeds to stray cat neutering.

What’s On

Market Days

Monday:

Tuesday:

Wednesday:

Thursday:

Friday:

Saturday:

Sunday:

Huércal-Overa, Antas, Berja

Albox, Los Gallardos, Cuevas del Almanzora

Mojácar, Bédar, Lubrin, Vélez Blanco, Palomares, Tabernas Cuevas del Almanzora, Olula del Río, Carboneras, Sorbas Garrucha, Turre, Zurgena

Aguilas, Vera, Arboleas, Vélez Rubio

Villaricos, Purias, San Juan de los Terreros, Fines

Rastros, Car Boot Sales, etc.

Saturday:

Sunday:

Los Llanos, between Arboleas & Albox

Plaza del Rey, Velez Rubio

Mojácar Rastro, Multiple Use Centre

Activities - Clubs - Associations

Clubs, Societies & Activities

Free Spanish and English Lessons Available in some municipalities. Enquire at your local town hall.

Almanzora Group of Friends, Albox Library and Social Centre, Tues - Fri, 10am1pm, Plaza San Antonia, Barrio Alto, Albox. Extensive English Library, DVDs and talking books, monthly magazine, monthly quiz, trips. www.almanzoragof.org or Facebook: Almanzora Group of Friends. Tel: 602 495 306

WOW Women on Wednesday Scotty’s, Mojácar Playa, 2pm. Get together, buy, sell, swap, meet new people.

Loose Women Club Tuesdays, 1.30 - 4pm. El Chacho Bar & Restaurant, Mojácar. All welcome. Flamenco Forum for English Speakers on Facebook. Information and events. Tel: 687 480 694

Dames in Huércal Overa

3rd Wed. of the month, 10.30am, Las Vegas Restaurant, Los Pinos 1, Huercal-Overa.. All welcome. Chairperson, Gloria Hammett, gloria@gloriahammett.com

Dames in Turre

Monthly lunches and trips. New members welcome. Chairman, Barbara Wardley, casaroojo@hotmail.co.uk. Secretary, Moira Armatage +34 711 007 192, mogsy2009@ live.com

The Royal British Legion - Zurgena & District Branch

Rosaleda Hotel, Arboleas, Branch Meeting on the 1st Thursday of the month, Coffee Morning on the 3rd Thursday of the month, Quiz, last Tuesday of the month, 10.30 a.m. for 11.00 a.m. start. It is not restricted to just members. If you would like to join please email Zurgena,Secretary@rbl.community

The Poppy Appeal - Mojacar & District

The Mojacar Branch of the Royal British Legion has folded and the members have transferred to the Zurgena Branch. However the supporters of the Poppy Appeal in Mojacar continue to meet for coffee mornings at Cokkia Restaurant on the Playa opposite Neptuno, on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month at 11am. Anyone can attend, it is not restricted to RBL members. Anyone interested in joining the RBL should contact zurgenarblchairman@gmail.com

Indalo Hash House Harriers

Meet 2nd and 4th Sunday, 11am, various locations. www.indaloh3.com

Mojácar Bridge Club

Contact Les Brice 697 297 991 or Ron Hounsell 711 064 726. www.bridgewebs. com/mojacar/

Vera & District Lions Club

The Lions meet regularly, including social events. New members and volunteers warmly welcomed. The Lions Charity Shop in Turre is open Thursday to Saturday, 10am-2pm. Mobility equipment available for those in need. There are plenty of roles for volunteers from occasionally moving furniture to scrapbooking, from event organisation to helping clean the shop. For more information, including forthcoming fundraising events see https://veralions. com, email veralionssecretary@gmail. com or call President Andy Pearson on 711 005 682.

Freemasons in the Province of Almeria

Craft & Chapter. 661 026 912 or 670 27 27 37

Freemasons – The Side Degrees

Mark, RAM, RSM, OSM & Allied. 678 574 579

Psychic Development Circle

Various classes at different times. Everyone welcome. Tel: Barbara 637 469 937 barbaramoonlight@gmail.com

Vera Photo Club

Local photography enthusiasts with a wide range of experience and photography styles. Critiqued monthly challenges, exhibitions, presentations and field trips. Join us on the first Sunday of the month in El Puntazo Hotel, Mojacar 10am - 12:30pm. All levels welcome. See www.veraphotoclub.org or email info@ veraphotoclub.org for more information.

Albox Computer Club

Hotel La Parrilla, Albox. Fri, 10am. All levels of experience are welcomed. www. alboxcc.com

Traditional Japanese Reiki and Gendai Reiki Ho

Classes, workshops, and Reiki shares in Mojacar. Tel: 634 347 930

Ancestry Club for Beginners & Intermediate Tel. 634 309 590

Mojácar Community Library

Multi-Use centre. Mon, Wed and Fri, 11am - 1pm .

80 11 40

Activities - Clubs - Associations

Clubs, Societies & Activities continued

Amigos de los Coches Clasicos

Local multi-national group of classic car enthusiasts. Meetings the first Thursday of the month, 3pm, Ballabona restaurant, A15 motorway junction 686. Tel. Steve 711 062 303. Email: info@a-c-c.es. www.a-c-c.es

Antas 1/10 Scale RC Club

Thursdays 10.00am at RC Circuito, Antas. Ring Chris on 634328059 for more details.

Model-Racers Scalextric y Carrera Arboleas.Please call 0049 15150739568, Jürgen

Model Aero Flying Club, Cortijo Grande

Sunday & Wednesday, 9/9.30 - 12 noon. Contact Mick on 711 015 032

Aeroclub ULM Günter (Vera) Tel: 607 316 553

Arboleas Indalo Gardening Club

Arboleas Theatre. Last Friday of the month, 10:30am - 1pm.

Pita Escuela Agave School of Río Aguas. A multicultural, environmental and musical project, specialized on the integral usage of the agave plant and the processing of its wood.Tel 630 66 18 65 (Timbe) pitaescuela@hotmail.com

Sunseed

A hands-on practical centre for low-impact living and environmental education in Los Molinos del Rio Aguas near Sorbas. Free tours at 4pm. www.sunseed.org.uk Tel: 950 525 770

Religious Groups & Churches

Church of England (Anglican Services)

Mojácar, Sundays, 11am; Llanos Del Peral, Sundays,11am; Aljambra Chapel Albox, 2nd Thursday monthly at 11am. For directions, details and all church activities please see www.almeriaanglican.com or contact Tony Noble on 634303807. Also available Funerals, Wedding Blessings, Wedding Vow renewals and Baptisms.

Kingdom Hall, Jehovah’s Witnesses Friday 18:00 & Sunday 10:00. Poligono Aljoroque - C/El Cajete 6, Antas. Contact: 652 293 269

Turre Evangelical Church

Sundays at 10.30 – worship, a not too long talk from the Bible, coffee and cake. Welcoming and relaxed – all welcome. Find us on Turre’s main street, Avenida de Almeria, corner of C/Alberquillca. Email: contact@turrechurch.es Tel: (0034) 711 035 486 Web: turrechurch.es

New Life Church, Huercal-Overa

We are a Jesus centred church family learning to love one another. Sunday service at 11 am, www.newlifechurch.eu tel. 685 628 184

Living Water Church Mojácar Playa

The Kimrick, Calle Zurbarán 7. Sunday Service 11am. Bible study, Tuesday 10am. Prayer, Tuesday, 12:30pm. Café Church, every 2nd & 4th Thursday in the month 3pm. See FaceBook or visit www. livingwaterchurchmojacar.com

Aguaviva Evangelical Church

Near the health Centre, opposite BiciBox, Albox. Tel: Rod Southwood, 687 560 544

Roman Catholic Masses

These can be found on www.misas.org for most places.

Support Groups & Charities

Associacion Mojacar Area Cancer Support (MACS)

Shops in Mojacar, Turre, Las Buganvillas, Albox and Huercal-Overa. Fully registered Spanish charity – CIF: G04691572. For general enquiries call 634 328 334, 10am to 4pm. 24/7 Careline: 634 656 555. Email: macsshannon@gmail.com. Follow us on FaceBook.

Stepping Stones Carers Support Group

Turre Evangelical Hall, Thurs, 11am-2pm. Tel 950 472 822 or 677 683 385 www. steppingstones.group

Age Support Almanzora Shop and welfare office near Peugeot garage, Albox, open Mon-Sat, 10:0013:45. Lunch club, bereavement group, equipment loan, befrienders. Helpline 642 045 210.

A.A. Alcoholics Anonymous Mojacar Area Meetings:- Monday Wednesday & Friday, 6pm, Turre Evangelical Church (Avenida de Almeria, Turre). Tel: 634 300 364 or email aaspain@ gmail.com

Harmony Community Support Providing assistance to those in need. Tel. 634 339 192 Mon - Fri, 11:00 - 14:00 help@harmonycharity.com

Walk for Life Arboleas

If you or a loved one have been diagnosed with cancer and need help or support contact our welfare team. Email irenewalk4life@icloud.com Tel. 643 63 81 77. To volunteer to help at any of our events and become a Friend of Walk for Life email claire.walk4life@gmail.com Tel 644602249.

Send details of your group to almeriafocus@gmail.com or WhatsApp: 667 80 11 40

Activities - Clubs - Associations

Music & Drama Groups

Open Mic Night

Alternate Thursdays, 8pm, at Miraflores, Los Gallardos, 8pm. Everyone welcome.

Indalo Players

Well established drama group always looking for new members to act or help back stage. Email indaloplayers@gmail.com / phone 722 236237

Independent Theatre Group

Always looking for new people, novices & full blown Thesbians. Call Ian Jones on 950 436 581 or 666 375 688 or e-mail independenttheatre@hotmail.com

The Luvvies

New members always welcome for acting or work behind the scenes etc. Tel. 634 346 309 or e-mail theluvvies@hotmail.com

Jacqueline Welby Productions

New members always needed to act or work back stage or with any other activities. Tel. Jacqueline Morris Welby 634 313 531

Orquesta Ciudad de Vera

A friendly group of musicians of various ages and levels. All newcomers welcome, only requirement is to play an orchestral instrument and read music. Rehearsals Vera Auditorio on Saturday mornings. See www. ocv.org.es for details.

Vera Voces

A friendly choir singing classical music, directed by pianist, singer and director, Barry Jobling. All welcome, no auditions. Rehearsals Mondays, 5-7pm, at Vera Auditorio. Facebook: Vera Voces. Contact veravoces1@gmail.com

All Aloud Community Choir

Meet every Wednesday at Bar Kubatin (at Hostal Meson) Arboleas from 3pm to 5pm. All welcome, no auditions.

Albox Ukebox

A friendly group that meets weekly on Tuesday afternoons in Charlotte’s Bar (formerly Chapman’s) in Albox to learn and sing songs with the ukulele. All welcome. For details tel. Chris on 634 375 471.

Dance

Strictly Line Dancing

Salon de Actos, Centro de Usos Multiples, Mojacar. Fridays, 4–7pm. Beginners welcome. Contact: Glynis 648217503 or Mary Beth 661671526 or strictlylinedancingmojacar@gmail.com

Eleanor’s Line Dance Class

Charlotte’s Bar, Albox, Mondays, 2pm3.45pm. All levels welcome. 647932 078.

Step2It - Line Dancing

Arboleas. Weds: 6.45 p.m-7.30 p.m, First Steps/Intro. 7.30 p.m-10.30, Beginners / Improvers /Intermediate. Carrie Ann 627279584 www.carrieanngreen.com

Almeria Line Dancers

Julie - 634304625 / 950110433

Ceroc Dancing

Regular social dance nights and dance workshops. Please call or WhatsApp Trace on 687251799 for more information.

Belly Dancing

Mojácar, Garrucha & Huércal-Overa. Contact Fatima: 610 472 596

Bellydance Classes

Mojácar, Turre, Palomares. Call 639 724 521

Dance Classes with Hollie Newell Ballet, tap, contemporary, modern, jazz, lyrical, zumba and more. Based in Turre. Tel: 634 317 391

Complete Beginners Flamenco Mojácar. No specialist shoes or equipment required, friendly hour long class. Email info@lagitanainglesa.com

VaVa Yoga Danza (Spanish)

With Barbarito. Cuban & Latin Salsa, Bachata & Merengue. Tel: 642 314 316

Arts & Crafts

Sewing Group, Mojacar

We meet at Scotty’s el Tropico bar for sewing, knitting, crochet etc. Weds. 10.30 to 12.30. Tel. Brenda 634 34 34 92. We are a friendly group meeting for coffee and chat.

Ladies Sewing Circle

Evangelical Church, Turre, Wednesday 10.30 – 12.30 Tel: 667 702 774

Cloud Zebra Craft WorkshopsIn Almanzora and Oria, Tues 10-2, Thurs and Fri, 10.30 -2.30. Call 744 60 96 30. No experience needed.

Bedar Arts Centre

Ceramic classes, Mondays and Wednesdays. Painting classes Tuesday 10:30-1330. For info, call 664 896 555

Levante Sewing and Quilting Group

Do you love to sew? We are an enthusiastic group, embracing all aspects of sewing from needlework, doll making, dressmaking and quilting. Come and join our friendly group on the second Thursday of the month at Scotty’s El Tropico, Mojácar from 11 am. For more information telephone Ruth Brown on 711 011 629 or email her at ruth-brown@ hotmail.co uk

Fitness & Martial Arts

Girasol, Albox Pilates, children’s karate & Tai-chi. Tel 639 089 170

Mojácar Taekwondo

5 years to adults. Various classes & times. Contact Serge 646844708. Facebook GTF Spain

Fitness with Alison, Mojácar

Full Body Workout, Pilates, AquaZumba, Zumba, Step Aerobics, Total Toning, AeroFit. Tel 666 273 168.

Fitness with Hollie Newell, Turre Keepfit, Zumba, Hips Bums Tums, HiiT. Contact 634 317 391.

Jova Gym, Mojácar

Various activities. www.jovasport.es 671 247 035. See facebook.

Qigong

Group courses and personal training. Partaloa and Albox area. Contact Ilse +32 497451953 or +34 643489975

Qigong Classes

Mojácar & Lubrín. Call 711 096 381.

Taijiquan Mojácar

Qigong and Chen style Tai Chi training on the beach. Details of venues and timings FB Taijiquan Mojácar or text +34 634 324 994

Activities - Clubs - Associations

Sports

Almería Lawn Bowling Club

Contact Shirley: 679 970 399

Bowling Club de Zurgena

Friendly, social and competitive bowling, all levels & standards. zurgenabc@gmail. com. www.zurgenabc.com

Cabrera Lawn Bowling Club www.cabreralbc.com

Indalo Lawn Bowling Club

First class facilities with all levels of bowling catered for. Visit our website http://www. indalobowlingclub.org

Mojacar Bowls Club

Behind Marina Mar Hotel. Everybody welcome - Tues, Thurs and Sat starting with coffee at 9:30. Jen 634346035, jencothier@gmail.com

Aguilón Amigos Golf Club

Aguilon Golf Course on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays teeing off just before 9am. If you would like to play email aguilonamigos2021@gmail.com

Badgers Golf Society Mojácar

We play every Wednesday and alternate Saturdays. All are welcome. Contact Paul Cunningham on (0044)7775837453 WhatsApp or badgersmojacar@mail.com

Boxers Golf Society Albox

All welcome to join us as members or guests. Call in at the Why Not bar in Albox on Saturday mornings or email peterstooks@avired.com

Mojácar Playa Golf

Play every Tuesday around 11.30. Mostly at Marina Golf Club. Everybody welcome. Membership available. Call James 681 355 796. Golf trip holidays also available. Golf tour operator.

Forum Golf Society Albox

Play friendly competitions every Friday and fun events on Tuesdays at Aguilon and local courses. Call Richard Price 634 305 353, rfp53@yahoo.co.uk, and www. Arboleasforum/forumgolf for details

Golfing Guapas Society

We are a group of ladies of all nationalities meeting one Friday in the month...golf followed by lunch and prizes. All welcome. Call Vivienne 683 558 696.

Valle del Este Golf Society. Tuesdays, Thursdays & Sundays. Contact Alan Townsend Tel. 690 090 982

Almería Golf League

Contact Les on 950 619 273.

Marina Phoenix Golf Society

Visitors welcome Mondays and Thursdays. Tel Don Atkins 605 051 238. Email marinaphoenixgs@gmail.com

Huzzah Golf Society

Friendly group of all abilities, playing Aguilon golf course each Monday and local courses. All welcome. Call or WhatsApp Gary 619 248 702. Fb: Huzzah Golf Society. Email: huzzahgs@gmail.com

Albox Club de Tenis

Sun & Thurs mornings, Tues afternoons. Tel Sue: 950 064 369 Fb: Albox Club de Tenis

Cabrera Tennis Club

Contact info@ cabreratennisclub.com www.cabreratennisclub.com

Club de Tenis y Padel Indalo Vera. Tel: 950 59 28 77 - 608 250 607

Tennis Coach

Diego Rodriguez Tel: 689 688 226

Padel tennis lessons

At home. Tel: Ulises Gutiérrez, 606 902 691

PartyLevante Sailing Club

Initiation for children from 7 yrs in small groups. Email info@partylevante.com or call 680942141 www.partylevante.com

Santa Irene Sailing Club

Come and join us out on the watersailing or crewing our safety boat. Every Sunday at 10:30 in the boat park at the north end of Garrucha harbour. Email info@santaireneclubdevela.com www. santaireneclubdevela.com

Adelante Gimnasia Artìstica

Huercal-Overa.Classes for fun gymnastics, competitive levels, pre school and adults. Fully qualified coach. From 2 years. Tel 622 129 702 or info@adelanteartisitca.es www. adelanteartistica.es Facebook Adelante Gimnasia artistica.

Walking Football Club

Turre football ground, 9.30am, Monday, for training, exercise & playing. www. fclosamigos.com

Albanchez Walking football Club

Campo de Futbol astro pitch, Albanchez. Tuesday, 10am to 11.30am. All over 50 welcome regardless of ability or fitness level. Enjoy getting fitter, improve co ordination, mobility & balance in a friendly fun club. Contact Tony, Whatsapp 0044 7413231696

Los Bandidos

Run, jog, walk a 5km route along the Paseo. Weds/Sat, 9am, Red Cross end (from 4th Oct). See Facebook. Contact Kevin on ironmankev08@gmail.com

Club Montañero Carbonero

Hiking Club based in Carboneras associated with the Federación Andaluza de Deportes de Montaña, Escalada y Senderismo (FADMES) that organises routes every week. See www.clubcarbonero.com or contact 616104404 (WhatsApp), email clubmontanerocarbonero@hotmail.com

Arboleas Table Tennis Club Mon/Wed/Fri, 9.30 - 10.30 am, building with blue door next to swimming pool bar, Arboleas. Beginners welcome. Contact Chairperson - Keith tel 634 326 350.

Yoga

Sol Yoga Centre, Arboleas Tel: 686 400331

VaVa Yoga Studio, Vera. Tel: 642 314 316

Yoga Therapy

with Portia Oliver. Tel: 681301474 www. portiaoliver.es

Unalome Rooms

Yoga, chair yoga & more. Albox. See facebook. Tel. 722 469 570

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May 22 - June 21

June 22 - July 22

July 23 - Aug 22

Aug. 23 - Sept. 23

This will not be the day to have minor surgery. You can mix business with pleasure to get favourable results. Be sure to keep communication open with those you live with. Try not to get backed into corners. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Wednesday.

Don’t be critical or overly opinionated with dislikes; it could cause disapproval and unwanted opposition. Be courteous if you wish to avoid major delays. You might have a problem juggling your time. You may want to make changes that will turn your entertainment room into a real family affair. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Wednesday.

Deception and confusion regarding your status in society is likely. Visit someone who hasn’t been feeling well lately. Focus on your own domestic problems. Try to calm down emotionally about personal financial matters. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Monday.

Be extra careful with your valuables; loss and theft are evident this month. Sudden good fortune will help you cover your debts. Help elders get their personal papers in order. Work on legitimate financial deals that may enable you to bring in some extra cash. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Monday.

Your concern with older family members and those less fortunate than yourself will only add to your attractiveness. Be sure to cover all the necessary groundwork before signing binding contracts. Your ability to talk circles around your colleagues will help you forge ahead in the workforce. Do things because you want to, not because someone else thinks you should. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Friday.

You have the ability to motivate others. You’ll have amazing ideas, but superiors may try to block your attempts at implementing them. Don’t give up what you have until you can be certain just what it is you’re getting. Don’t let coworkers get wind of your ideas or they might try to take credit for your hard work. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Saturday.

Sept. 24 - Oct. 23

Oct. 24 - Nov. 22

Nov. 23 - Dec. 21

Dec. 22 - Jan. 20

Jan. 21 - Feb. 19

Feb. 20 - Mar. 20

You may need the space, but you need the extra cash more. You are better off visiting friends or relatives than entertaining at home. Your confidence is growing and advancement is apparent. You will find the excitement gratifying. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Sunday.

You will be quite excitable this month. Your involvement with groups will raise your self esteem. Take time to reevaluate your motives regarding friendships. Don’t be too quick to let friends and relatives know what you’re up to. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Monday.

You need to focus on yourself, not on others. Over spending or unexpected bills could set you back. You will have excellent ideas and you should be able to help your partner get ahead. Changes at home will be necessary. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Sunday.

Someone envious of your popularity may challenge you to a debate. You may find that your family responsibilities are piling up. Opportunities for advancement at work are apparent. Your sensitivity toward those you love will capture their hearts. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Sunday.

Be sure to take time for old friends or relatives you don’t get to see that often. If you have to deal with large institutions, be careful not to make waves. Don’t overextend your self in order to add luxury items to your entertainment centre. Someone left a real mess for you to sift through. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Saturday.

Opportunities to make financial gains will develop through your connections with other people. You should take good care of your health; get lots of rest. Partnerships could prove to be lucrative. You will attract potential lovers, but be sure that they’re unattached. Your luckiest events this month will occur on a Sunday.

Jokes of the Month

The Ex- Boyfriend

A husband took his wife to a disco one weekend. There was a guy on the dance floor breakdancing, moonwalking, doing back flips - the works. The wife turned to husband and said: “See that guy? 25 years ago, he proposed to me and I turned him down.” Her husband says: “Looks like he’s still celebrating!”

The Exams

Five friends were so confident about passing their exams so on the Saturday before they decided to have a picnic. They had a great time, got very drunk, spent all Sunday sleeping and didn’t get to the college until the exams were over. They told their professor that on Sunday they had gone to an Old People’s home to spend some time with the old people and make them happy. Unfortunately, they had a flat tyre on the way back, didn’t have a spare, and couldn’t get it fixed until the next morning, so they missed the exams. The professor told them they could take them the following day. The guys studied all night and went in the next day. He placed them in separate rooms and handed each of them the exam paper. The only question on page one was very easy and was worth 5 points. The only question on page two was, “Which tyre?” - for 95 points.

The Lady

Dad went on a business retreat with the guys for the weekend. I’m his son so I decided to call him and a lady answered, so I told mum about it. Boy! Was she upset! When Dad came home, they got into a very big fight as dad denied ever meeting a woman all weekend. Finally, mum told me, “Tell this cheat what the lady said when you called his number!” I replied, she said, “The number you are calling is not available at the moment please try again later.”

The Magic Words

A little boy wants his toy, so he walks up to his mother and says “Mom, give me my toy.” His mother responds by saying, “What are the magic words?” So the little boy says the magic words and his mom gives him his toy.

The next day, the little boy starts kindergarten. At snack time, the little boy wants some juice, so he walks up to his teacher and asks for a juice box. The teacher says “What are the magic words?” So the little boy says the magic words. But the teacher gets upset, and calls the little boy’s mother and asks her to come in. When the three of them are sitting in the room together, the teacher asks the mother; “Have you been teaching your son sarcasm?” “No,” the mother says, “Why, what did he do?” “Well, he asked for a juicebox,” said the teacher, “and I asked him to say the magic words, and instead of saying please, he said ‘you’re thin and you’re beautiful.’”

The Stone

When a wealthy husband passed, he left $30,000 for an “elaborate funeral.” After the service, a friend asked where all the money went. The widow explained: “$6,500 for the funeral, $500 to the church, $500 for the wake… and the rest fot the memorial stone.” Her friend gasped, “The memorial stone cost $22,500?! My God, how big is it?” The widow smiled and said, “About four and a half carats.”

The Mathematician

A mathematician wants more excitement and wants to become a volunteer fireman at weekends. He goes through the training, and then has to take the written final exam.

Question 1: You come across a car that is flipped upside down and on fire with the driver still in it. What do you do? The mathematician answers with the steps he was taught in training. Question 2: You come across a car that is flipped upside down with the driver still in it. What do you do?

The mathematician answers, Set the car on fire, so now it’s a solved problem.

The Strange Lady

Her daughter was trying to tell her mother something but she said, “Not now, I’m busy. Wait until Daddy gets home.” They wait until Daddy gets home, and then Mummy says “Now dear, what were you saying about Daddy and a strange lady?” Daddy starts to say something but Mummy says, “You keep quiet, carry on, dear.” “Well,” says the little girl, “Daddy told me to stay downstairs while they went upstairs, but I followed them without Daddy seeing me, and I saw them hugging and kissing at the top of the stairs. Then they went into your bedroom and shut the door, but I went up and looked through the keyhole.” “Clever girl,” says Mummy, “What could you see through the keyhole?” “I saw them hugging and kissing some more, and then they started to take each other’s clothes off, and then the lady got on the bed and Daddy got on top of her.” “And then what happened?” asks Mummy. “They did what you and Uncle Jack did when Daddy was in Vancouver last year,” says the little girl.

The Hamster

My hamster died at the weekend. The vet said that he probably fell asleep at the wheel.

The Silk Pyjamas

A man phones home from the office and tells his wife, “Something has just come up. I need to go fishing with the boss for the weekend, the man he was going with has cancelled. We have to leave right away, so can you pack my clothes, my fishing rods, tackle box and my blue silk pyjamas. I’ll be home in an hour to pick them up.” He hurries home, grabs everything, and rushes off. On Sunday night when he comes home his wife asks, “Did you have a good trip?” “Oh yes, great! I think I really impressed the boss. We caught a lot of fish but you forgot to pack my blue silk pyjamas.” His wife said “No I didn’t, I put them in your tackle box.”

The Money

A greedy old business man was dying, so he called his priest, his lawyer, and his accountant to his bedside. “They say you can’t take it with you, but I am certainly going to try” wheezed the business man. “When I die I want each of you to take one third of my money and throw it into my grave as they are burying me!” The three started to protest, but the business man stated “It’s my money and I will do what I want with it!”

The three reluctantly agree.

A few days later the man dies. At his funeral the priest, the lawyer, and the accountant do as directed and each throw in a bag of money into the grave just as the coffin is being buried. After the funeral, they start talking as they walk back to their cars. “I have a confession to make” says the priest. “When I thought of all the poor that could be helped by that man’s money, I decided to take a portion of it and donate it to the orphanage.”

As long as we are confessing” says the lawyer, “I need an oceanside vacation home, so I too took a handful of that geezer’s cash to use as a down payment.”

“Gentlemen, I am ashamed of both of you” replies the accountant. “I will have you know that I threw in a cheque for the full amount!”