August 2019 Costa Link Magazine

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:32 pm Page 1

M

a

August 2019 N°148

g

a

z

i

n

e

No1 MARBELLA

AUTOMOTIVE•ELECTRONIC•DIAGNOSTIC

Thermal Security Windows See Page 16

costadelhome.com intelligent property search

page 42

SEE PAGE 23

Chill on the Beach!

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:32 pm Page 2

No1 MARBELLA

AUTOMOTIVE•ELECTRONIC•DIAGNOSTIC

• SERVICE FROM 85€

TO INCLUDE VALET, PICK UP & DELIVERY FROM RIVIERA TO ESTEPONA

• PRE I.T.V INSPECTION & TRANSFER TO ITV STATION • DIAGNOSTIC CHECK FOR 40€ • ACCIDENT DAMAGE REPAIR I.E PAINTING ETC • MOTORBIKE & SCOOTER REPAIRS • GRUA / BREAKDOWN SERVICE • REGISTRATION TRANSFER: ENGLISH - SPANISH • TYRES & BALANCING

• ALL TYPES OF SERVICE & GENERAL REPAIRS • COMPUTER DIAGNOSTIC • ALL TYPES OF VEHICLES CATERED FOR • USED CARS BOUGHT & SOLD • CLASSIC CAR RESTORATION • ECU REPAIRS • AIR-CON SERVICING • OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY FROM 09:00 - 19:00hrs WITHOUT A BREAK

952 926 544 | 952 898 603 675 530 409 no1carsmarbella@gmail.com www.no1carsmarbella.com 45 Calle Uranio, Poligono Industrial La Ermita 29600, Marbella

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:33 pm Page 3

Tel: 951 560 550 | Mob: 666 252 170 SPECIALISTS IN:

• PROPERTY MANAGEMENT • LONG TERM RENTALS • VACATION RENTALS

3 Bed Apartment Elviria: €249.000

3 Bedroom apartment, next to the restaurants and shops in Elviria. Very popular community, private garden and communal pool. This furnished 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment has garden and pool views. An excellent investment and rental opportunity.

• PROPERTY SALES

3 Bed Beachside Apt Elviria: €329.000

Fantastic investment opportunity, BEACHSIDE Elviria. This 3 Bedroomed apartment is located in the popular, Los Jardines de Don Carlos. Walking distance to the beach and all local bars and restaurants. Ideal for family holidays and rental income. Sold nicely furnished and equipped either for an investor to rent it, or to become a family holiday apartment.

www.blueskymarbella.com

CC Pinogolf de Don Carlos, Local 30A Elviria, 29604 - Behind Supercor

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:33 pm Page 4

www.poolservicesgroup.com

PSG

Pool Services Group.com

SWIM ALL YEAR

*Based on a pool size up to 8 x 4 Larger pools may need a bigger heater...

Prices on Request (subject to free on site survey)

POOL HEATER SUPPLIED & FITTED ONLY 2750€ + IVA *AND GET A FREE...

500 Micron Quality Geo Bubble Pool Cover

AUTOMATIC SLATTED SOLAR SAFETY COVER

OPEN ABOVE POOL CLASSIC, UNDERGROUND OR SUBMERGED

FROM 11.000€ + IVA...

BASED ON 8 X 4 POOL SUBJECT TO SURVEY

info@poolservicesgroup.com For more information call: 711 00 44 45 (Office Hours: Mon to Fri - 10am to 7pm, Sat & Sun -11am to 4pm)

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:34 pm Page 5

BRINGING WATER TO LIFE...

REPLACEMENT POOL FILTER & PUMP Supplied & Fitted Only 550€ + IVA HAYWARD SALT & SWIM SYSTEM Only 1225€ + IVA HAYWARD TIGERSHARK QC POOL CLEANER Only 650€ + IVA RRP 1295€

TOP QUALITY SOLAR SHOWERS from 99€ - 169€ + IVA Choice of 4, 18 Ltr to 35 Ltr Straight or Curved...

COMPLETE POOL DESIGN & BUILD Filtration and Salt System from 15.000€ Example 8 x 4 Tiled (subject to survey)

PSG is the Exclusive Distributor For Mega Group for Spain & Portugal.

TRADE ENQUIRIES WELCOME

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:34 pm Page 6

Ed’s Note..

Welcome to another scorching edition of the Costa Link Magazine. Well it’s been a sticky July and the Costa del Sol is in full on holiday mode… have you seen the amount of sunburnt people about? A permanent vest seems to be the look many men are sporting for this this year!

It’s Feria time in Málaga this month… The city center is transformed in the daytime with people dressed in typical costume and plenty of food and drink is available. In the evenings there are nights dedicated to flamenco and music, the port is lit up by a firework display and of course there is the huge fair to enjoy. This year the feria runs from the 15th24th August! If you are just soooooooo hot you can’t be bothered to do anything - grab your copy of the Costa Link, have a chillax moment, make yourself a cuppa or have a nice cold beer, then put your feet up, relax and enjoy!

in the August Magazine...

8

The rules in a “A Women’s World” this month, with no deviation ladies!

26

???

Solutions on page 80 Pit your brains against the TRIVIA QUIZ, questions for all ages from 6 -116!

40

Samsung have launched a MASSIVE TV, Ikea have helped gamers plus lots more in Gadget & Gizmo’s on pages 40 & 41...

46

How to build the perfect habitat just for a little me time in “A Man’s World” this month...

60

We take a look at some of the cars on display at Fiats “Heritage Hub” in ‘All Revved Up’ on page 60...

74

62

“The Kids Page” this month...

Puzzles, mazes and much more!

It’s Malaga Feria this month plus Lego is brining BIG builds to the Costa del Sol plus lots more check out the “What’s on Guide” on page 62…

76

The Business Directory... Can’t find that all important contact see page 76 to 79...

70

Solutions on page 80 Puzzle It Out... Puzzles galore challenge those little grey cells.

HOW TO CONTACT US Call: 951 254 222 or 663 061 669 Email: info@costalinkmagazine.com

Website: www.costalinkmagazine.com Facebook: facebook.com/costa.link.spain 6

72

The Jokes Page: Laugh out loud or just get the giggles on page 72!!!

Whatsapp: 663 061 669 or Tweet: @costa_link

M

facebook.com/Costa.Link.Spain/

a

g

a

z

i

n

e

No part of this publication, including layout, graphic design or pictures may be copied, SCANNED, used or reproduced without our prior written consent. Costa Link Magazine accepts no responsibility for alterations to events listed, claims made by our advertisers or information provided by ourcontributors. All rights reserved © 2019. Deposito Legal: MA-228-2007.

to advertise in costa link magazine please call 951 254 222 or 663 061 669

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:34 pm Page 7

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:34 pm Page 8

A Woman’s World

“THE RULES”

Rules for harmony within the Human Species

BETWEEN ANY MALE & FEMALE

by Mr. U N Known...

1) The Female of the human species always makes the rules.

2) The Rules are subject to change at any time without prior notification by the Female.

3) No Male can possibly know all the Rules.

4) If the Female suspects the Male knows all the Rules, she must immediately change some or all of them.

5) The Female is never wrong. If the Female is wrong, it is due to a misunderstanding which was a direct result of something the Male did or said wrong. The Male must apologise immediately for causing the misunderstandings.

6) The Female may change her mind at any time. The Male must never change his mind without the express written consent of the Female.

7) The Female has every right to be angry or upset at any time.

The Male must remain calm at all times, unless the Female wants him to be angry or upset. The Female must, under no circumstances, let the Male know whether or not she wants him to be angry or upset. The Male is expected to “mind read” at all times.

8) The Female is ready when ‘she’ is ready. The Male must be ready at all times.

9) The Male who doesn’t abide by ‘THE RULES’, can’t take the heat, lacks backbone, and is a wimp (according to the female)!

ANY ATTEMPT TO DOCUMENT “THE RULES” COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS BODILY HARM.

DOG WALKING CAT CARE IN YOUR OWN HOME

Professional Pet Care Service Reliable, Honest and Caring Over 15 Years Experience References Available

Mijas Costa & Fuengirola Areas

8

CONTACT BEV HINDLE ON: 634 356 966 bevsmascotas@hotmail.com

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:34 pm Page 9

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:35 pm Page 10

Stocking only the very best in ladies fashion including leading quality designer labels Stocking only the very best in ladies Sizes from 8 to 20

(other sizes can be ordered) fashion including leading

designer labels.

Extensive Sales Rack.

quality

Sizes from 10 to 20 (other sizes can be ordered)

Opening Times: Monday - Friday 11am - 6pm Extensive sale rack.

Saturday 11am - 2pm

Tel:952 952 927 Tel: 927245 245

Our new address BOUTIQUE NICOLE Avenida de Mediterraneo 4, Sanis...

Pedro de Avenida de Burgos, Conjunto ACQUA Fase II Locales 3-4-5 29670 San Pedro Alcantara

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:40 pm Page 11

CELEB HOT GOSSIP...

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:41 pm Page 12

p i s s z o i b G how S

REALITY TV GOSSIP...

CELEBRITY MASTERCHEF 2019... Is back for its fourteenth outing

this summer, with a brand new batch of celebs donning their chef whites in a bid to impress infamous judges John Torode and Gregg Wallace. But who will be able to withstand the heat, and who will have to get out of the kitchen?

Those stepping up to the plate this year are!

Adam Woodyatt: Best known for playing Ian Beale in EastEnders.

Dom Parker: Best known for his stint on Gogglebox with his wife Stephanie.

Dr Alex George: Best known for being unlucky-in-love in Love Island.

Joey Essex: Best known for his somewhat questionable intelligence in TOWIE. Martha Reeves: Best known for hit singles including Dancing in the Street.

Elizabeth Bourgine: Best known for playing Catherine in Death in Paradise.

Greg Rutherford: Best known for his gold medal in long jump @ London 2012 games.

Kellie Maloney: Best known for being a campaigner for the transgender community.

Vicky Pattison: Best known for winning I’m a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! in 2015.

Dillian Whyte: Best known for being a heavyweight boxer.

Dame Zandra Rhodes: Best known for being an English fashion designer.

Oti Mabuse: Best known for her Ballroom skills with BBC1’s Strictly fans.

Andy Grant: Best known for being a very fast long-distance runner.

Tomasz Schafernaker: Best known for being a meteorologist for BBC Weather.

Neil ‘Razor’ Ruddock: Best known for being a professional footballer.

Judge Jules: Best known for being the best DJ according to DJ Mag. Jenny Ryan: Best known for being ‘The Vixen’ on ITV’s The Chase.

Marble Magic Floor Polishing - Costa del Sol

Tel: 662 302 762 or 647 859 955

Before

After

Before

After

Marble, Terrazzo & Granite Floor Polishing Bathroom & Kitchen Surfaces Terracotta Terrace Cleaning

12

Covering the Costa del Sol between Fuengirola & Sotogrande Family Business | Free Estimates | Open Seven Days | www.marblemagic.biz

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:41 pm Page 13

HOT GOSSIP...

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:41 pm Page 14

p i s s z i o b G how S

REALITY TV GOSSIP...

SPENCER & VOGUE WILL RETURN FOR A SECOND SERIES:

E4’s popular reality series featuring Spencer Matthews & Vogue Williams was recommissioned last month... “Spencer, Vogue and Wedding Two” promises to be every bit as hilarious as their first series. Theodore is now ten months old and life is just as chaotic with the launch of a new business and a calendar packed with social engagements. Then there’s the small matter of throwing the Wedding party to beat them all...

STRICTLY APPOINTS MOTSI MABUSE... Strictly has a new judge it

was revealed last month. Oti Mabuse's 38-year-old sister, who is currently a judge on the German version of Strictly, had been given the coveted job, which many thought would go to show stalwart Anton Du Beke. The professional dancer will replace Darcey Bussell on the panel alongside Craig Revel Horwood, Shirley Ballas and Bruno Tonioli for the seventeenth series of the BBC show later this year...

YIPEE BRENDAN IS BACK! Pack your budgie smugglers as Coach Trip is hitting the road again! Celebrity Coach Trip has announced the latest batch of famous faces hitting the road, including a number of former Love Island stars. Legendary international tour guide Brendan Sheerin will be welcoming a new set of celebrity sunseekers for an action-packed tour around the Mediterranean. This 10-day tour will see the pairs enjoy excursions and cultural outings. But as ever, at the end of each day, the pairs will vote face to face to decide who they no longer wish to travel with. Vicky Pattison, Kate Lawler, Francis Boulle, Harry Reid and James Hill are a few of the celeb’s who are going to be on the coach.

Calle Torremolinos, 3, La Cala www.saiindianrestaurant.es

Elegant Indian Dining Experienced Chef Daily Specials (Changed Weekly) An Open Kitchen with Food Cooked to Order Good Selection of Fine Wines, Champagne & Cocktails Take Away and FREE Delivery (20km radius) Live Entertainment some nights - including Jazz Bollywood every Friday night OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK from: 13:00h. TO 24.00h.

14

For a Reservation or Take Away Call 951 254 401 ~ 600 098 369

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:41 pm Page 15

Pool Fencing, Covers, Heating & Underpinning NEW

NEW NEW

irola Fuengo www.advasolsolutions.com t de n a r g 952 955 018 / 664 871 133 Soto

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:41 pm Page 16

AN ODE TO ALCOHOL DEAR ALCOHOL,

First & foremost, let me tell you that I'm a huge fan of yours. As my friend, you always seem to be there when needed. The perfect post-work cocktail, a beer at the game, and you're even around in the holidays, hidden inside chocolates as you warm us when we're stuck in the midst of endless family gatherings. However, lately I've been wondering about your intentions. While I want to believe that you have my best interests at heart, I feel that your influence has led to some unwise consequences: 1. PHONE CALLS: While I agree with you that communication is important, I question the suggestion that any conversation of substance or necessity takes place after 2 a.m.

Why would you make me call those ex-boyfriends/girlfriends when I know for a fact they do not want to hear from me during the day, let alone all hours of the night?

2. EATING: Now, you know I love a good meal, but why do you suggest that I eat a kebab, a butter chicken curry along with a sausage with cheese, onion and mustard (washed down with WINE & topped off with a Kit Kat after a few sweet chilli and sour cream red rock chips)? I'm an eclectic eater, but I think you went too far this time.

3. CLUMSINESS: Unless you're subtly trying to tell me that I need to do more yoga to improve my balance, I see NO need to hammer the issue home by causing me to fall down. It's completely unnecessary, and the black & blue marks that appear on my body mysteriously the next day are beyond me. Similarly, it should never take me more than 45 seconds to get the front door key into the lock.

Direct from manufactures Get your free PVC windows estimate!

For security, better thermal & acoustic insulation • KOMMERLING PVC Leading German Technology Nº1 for uPVC • Noise Reduction, Giving Peace & Tranquility at Home • Saving Energy, Money & Environmentally Friendly • Professional Service & Installation • Choice of Colours & Accessories • 10 Year Guarantee • Safe & Secure

Call us now for a FREE QUOTATION

952 952 805 805 267 267 672 672 066 066 710 710

16

©COSTALINKMAGAZINE2019

www.tecnopvc.com www.tecnopvc.com info@tecnopvc.com info@tecnopvc.com

Calle Monterroso 57, (Opposite the Feria Ground) Exit KM 155. Carretera Estepona

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:41 pm Page 17

We’ll get your cargo wherever it needs to go New Double moving deck trailer to maximise loading capacity

WE TRANSPORT: YACHTS, CARS, MOTORBIKES, POWER BOATS, WORK BOATS, BARGES, MOTORHOMES, STATIC CARAVANS, MOBILE HOMES, TOURERS, AND ALL TYPES OF GENERAL HAULAGE. SPECIAL TYPE VEHICLES FOR WIDE, HIGH, LONG LOADS. *Goods are accepted for carriage under RHA conditions of carriage.

A copy is available free on request.

All international work is carried under CMR conditions of carriage.

info@sghaulage.com www.sghaulageltd.co.uk

Find us on

FREE QUOTE 00441522702443

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:41 pm Page 18

AN ODE TO ALCOHOL 4. FURTHERMORE: The hangovers have GOT to stop.

This is getting ridiculous. I know a little penance for our previous evening's debauchery may be in order, but the 3pm hangover immobility is completely unacceptable. My entire day is shot. I ask that, if the proper precautions are taken (water, Vitamin B, bread products, aspirin) prior to going to sleep/passing out face down on the kitchen floor with a bag of popcorn, the hangover should be minimal & in no way Interfere with my daily activities.

Alcohol, I have enjoyed our friendship for some years now & would like to ensure that we remain on good terms. You've been the invoker of great stories, the provocation for much laughter, and the needed companion when I just don't know what to do with the extra money in my pockets.

In order to continue this friendship, I ask that you carefully review my grievances above & address them immediately. I will look for an answer no later than Friday 3pm (pre-happy hour) on your possible solutions & hopefully we can continue this fruitful partnership.

THANK YOU! YOUR BIGGEST FAN • Plants: Large & Small / Outdoor & Indoor • Furniture & Decoration • Pots & Planters • Weber BBQ’s

Tel: 952 581 247 www.viveroslavega.com administracion@viveroslavega.com 18

Camino Viejo de Coín, Km. 1.5 29651, Mijas Costa

Garden Centre

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:42 pm Page 19

“Let’s Go…..Wine Tasting in Andalucia!”

The Ronda region is renowned for its’ abundance of contrasting, high quality vineyards featuring a wide variety of grapes mainly reds - but also quality whites and roses to enjoy on those hot summer days.

Small groups can explore the region with 1, 2 or 3 cellar visits sampling the best quality and minimal interference wines of the region and exploring the vineyard, its’ facilities & generous tastings of 3-4 wines with your Sommelier certified host.

Each cellar visit lasts around 2 hours and is accompanied by tapas of cheese and meats; a true Andalucian experience. Your vineyard lunch includes more of your favourite wine with your meal, enjoying a bottle or two with your companion and new friends.

The 1 and 2 cellar tours also include free time to explore the centre of Ronda in the afternoon, making the most of this wonderful day out. 3 cellar visits are a full day and therefore Ronda sightseeing isn’t provided today but if you are staying over in Ronda, there is ample time to do your sightseeing on another day.

If you would like a full day tour of 3 cellars but prefer some variation, the option is available to swap out a wine cellar for a premium olive oil tasting, or a local organic farm for jamón tasting.

A beautiful, authentic tour of this region is a must for both tourists to the area and locals. It is a memorable day out to be enjoyed with your travelling companion, or maybe get a small group of friends together for an alternative break away? The choice is yours.

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:42 pm Page 20

WHO AM I...?

Can you work out “WHO AM I” from questions 1 to 10…

1) I was born on the 16/12/1899 in Teddington, England 2) My mother sent me to dance academy in London 3) In 1929, my annual income was £50,000 4) My father was a piano salesman 5) I am known for my wit & flamboyance 6) I was an English playwright 7) I wrote Mad Dogs & Englishmen 8) In 1950, I left UK for tax reasons 9) I stared in the BBC sitcom Goodnight Sweetheart 10) My first name begins N

SP-CONSTRUCTION premiumreform.net Tel: (+34) 654 010 903

Answer on page 80

WINDOW CLEANER

Steve Reynolds PROFESSIONAL WINDOW CLEANING SERVICES

Glass Curtain Specialist Compare Our Prices!

2 bed apartment 25€ 3 bed apartment 30€ 3 bed house 40€ Our Prices include: Window Frames, Window Ledges, Tracks & Mirrors

cost alink mag azin e©2 019

KITCHEN & BATHROOM RENOVATIONS CONSTRUCTION & REFORM SERVICES

COMPLETE RENOVATIONS

20

Plumbing |Electricity Painting |Bricklaying Tiling | Carpenter| Floors Air-Conditioning|Windows|Saunas

Free Quotations available for all sizes of property, Commercial and Private

For a fast, friendly, reliable and honest service call Steve on:

+34 677 711 324 stevereynolds2009@hotmail.com

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:44 pm Page 21

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:44 pm Page 22

IN A SMALL ENGLISH VILLAGE...

OF NEMPNETT THRUBWELL, SOMERSET, ENGLAND THERE WAS A TINY CHURCH, IN THE CHURCH THEY HAD A VERY BIG-BUSTED ORGANIST,

BY THE NAME OF BUNTY BROWN. Bunty's breasts were so huge that they inadvertently bounced and jiggled the entire time she played the organ. Unfortunately, she distracted most of the congregation considerably, both male and female.

The very proper church ladies of the WI were appalled.

They said something had to be done about this or they would have to get another organist.

“Bun ty Holy , Please So, one of the ladies approached Bunty, very , Hol P y Ho lay discreetly, and told her to mash up some green perly..” simmons (sharon fruit) and rub them on the nipples of her breasts and maybe they would shrink in size, but warned her to not eat any of the green persimmons, 'because they are so sour they will make your mouth pucker up and you won't be able to talk properly for a week!

Bunty the perky organist agreed to try rubbing the persimmons on her nipples.The following Sunday morning Tarquin the Vicar got up in the pulpit and said... “Dew to thircumsthanthis bewond my contwol, we will not haff a thermon tewday.”

22

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:44 pm Page 23

ALL TYPES OF WINDOWS & DOORS • Arched Windows & Doors • Highest Quality UPVC • Mosquito Screens • Invisi-fold Doors • Glass Curtains • Blinds ARCOPLAN WINDOWS & DOORS ARE AVAILABLE IN A WIDE RANGE OF COLOURS ARCOPLAN ENSURE THAT THE MANUFACTURING OF OUR WINDOWS AND FRAMES IS OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY FOR YOUR SECURITY & PEACE OF MIND ESTABLISHED FOR OVER 21 YEARS

Tel: 952 667 559 | Mob: 649 428 804 www.arcoplan.net | info@arcoplan.net From Nerja to Gibraltar C/Santa Gema Nº4, Local 1 29651 Mijas Costa, Malaga

TRADE ENQUIRES WELCOME

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:44 pm Page 24

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:44 pm Page 25

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:44 pm Page 26

TRICKY TRIVIA QUIZ

1) What type of vehicle would you find on the Cresta Run? 2) Where would you find a ‘useful junk’?

3) The Vatican City is within which other city?

4) The ‘Golden Gloves Championship’ relates to which sport?

5) Where would you be if you bumped into Mrs Goggins in the Post Office?

6) Who travelled from ‘Pole to Pole’ and ‘Around the World in 80 Days’?

7) Who have you betrayed if you commit treason?

8) Which scientific word relates to the structure of the human body?

9) According to the saying how will March go out if it came in like a lion?

10) What is the chemical symbol for Magnesium?

11) Who was the longest serving Dr Who? 12) What nationality was the diarist Anne Frank?

13) Which type of wind blows no good?

14) The Province of Flanders is in which country?

15) Who is Paul O’Grady’s blonde alter ego?

16) In gin rummy, how many cards are dealt to each player?

17) What is the epicarp of an orange?

18) Lime Street train station is in which UK city?

19) What type of fruit is a ‘jargonelle’?

20) Excess bile pigment in the blood causes which illness?

21)On which island was the Mafia founded?

22) Which is the largest of the Balearic Islands?

23) Which saint’s feast day is the 15th July?

24) Which animal does ‘vulpine’ describe – fox, badger or camel?

25) Which day of Royal Ascot is usually Ladies Day? 26) Which plants leaves taste of aniseed?

27) ‘Going Straight’ was the sequel to which television series?

28) If you ‘nictitate’ at someone, what do you do?

29) In which decade was the film Grease set?

30) Which ship was the first to send a SOS?

Answers on page 80

NEW 4G

WIRELESS INTERNET SPEEDS UP TO

50MB

Professional installers of: • Satellite TV & Internet • TV for all Nationalities • Home Automation • 4G Unlimited

• Wimax Internet

• Fibre Optic & ADSL

26

Tel: 952 80 24 57 | 952 79 49 00 | 654 758 415 www.orbitsl.com | info@orbitsl.com

Puerto Paraíso Local 15 - 29680 - (Estepona Port)

NO INSTALLATION REQUIRED

WORKING ON THE COSTA DEL SOL SINCE 1990

SUPERFAST INTERNET AVAILABLE • ANYWHERE IN SPAIN • WEEKLY WIFI RENTALS • with unlimited download* *No long term contracts

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:44 pm Page 27

RELAx This Summer...

Mark has all your Air-conditioning needs covered

ey on your Want to save Mon ? electricity bill t sensors to we supply and fi off if turn the air con no-one is home... call us for more information We have all the best deals on A-rated inverters fully fitted!

BEST PRICES GUARANTEED Domestic and Commercial Air Conditioning (Heating and Cooling) Installations

F-Gas 2079 Qualified You wouldn’t choose a non-qualified engineer to install your gas products in the UK...

So why would you here?

All engineers required to handle HFC refrigerants must hold the new European F-Gas qualification from 4th July 2011 Sensors & Card Meters for air conditioning also available ideal for rented properties STOP people abusing your electricity bill.

Price on application.

Tel: 952 550 323 or 616 119 007 info@esola.es

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:45 pm Page 28

ON THE 13TH OCTOBER 2019 WE ARE GOING TO VENICE FROM WHERE WE WILL BE CRUISING THE GREEK ISLANDS on this super luxurious cruise liner and you are invited to join us VISITING:

VENICE • KOTOR, (MONTENEGRO) • CORFU • SANTORINI MYKONOS • ARGOSTILI • DUBROVNIK (CROATIA) • VENICE You have the option to just cruise with us however, as Venice is the most “Romantic City” in the world, you may care to join us for 1, 2, or more nights (your choice) staying at the Hilton Garden Inn Hotel in Venice giving you the opportunity for some once in a lifetime site seeing, around this beautiful city, before we set sail.

This is our third cruise as a group and once again there will be over 100 of us which has secured us the most exceptional ALL INCLUSIVE PACKAGE

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:45 pm Page 29

www.MARBELLACRUISERS.com WHAT’S INCLUDED:

We are a very friendly group and you will make new friends that may last a lifetime. Many friends that have already booked for this cruise were with us on both our previous cruises. If you are new to cruising we, unlike travel agents or big American cruise companies, are with you all the way and are available every day at the same place at the same time should you have any queries. Experienced cruisers join us based on our choice of ship, price and package included in the price.

HOW DO WE ALWAYS WIN ON PRICE? We always guarantee the cruise line a minimum, of 100 passengers as soon as a cruise is announced. This, as you can imaging, gives us exceptional negotiating power when it comes to price and package.

We do this by selecting the best ship, coupled with the most exciting itinerary for JUST ONE CRUISE EVERY YEAR. To view all the cabin options, prices and to view a video of our ship for this cruise, click on ‘OUR 2019 CRUISE’ at:

www.MARBELLACRUISERS.com ALL OUR CRUISES & HOTELS ARE BOOKED THROUGH OUR ABTA REGISTERED LONDON AGENCY

ABTA NUMBER: 22777

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:45 pm Page 30

THE HAND OF GOD! THANK GOD FOR CHURCH LADIES WITH TYPEWRITERS. THE FOLLOWING ACTUALLY APPEARED IN CHURCH BULLETINS OR WERE ANNOUNCED IN CHURCH SERVICES: • Bertha Belch, a missionary from Africa, will be speaking tonight at Calvary Methodist.

Come hear Bertha Belch all the way from Africa.

• The sermon this morning: Jesus Walks on the Water.

The sermon tonight: Searching for Jesus.

• Ladies, don’t forget the boot sale this Sunday.

It’s a chance to get rid of those things not worth keeping around the house. Don’t forget your husbands.

let the Church help...

• Don’t let worry kill you - let the Church help.

• For those of you who have children and don’t know it, we have a nursery downstairs.

• VERY IMPORTANT Next Thursday there will be tryouts for the choir.

They need all the help they can get.

• The Rector will preach his farewell message after which the choir will sing Break Forth into Joy.

30

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:47 pm Page 31

Made to Measure

Bespoke: Blinds, Rollers, Romans, Venetians & Curtains FREE consultation and measuring service

www.curtainandbedding.es

The Curtain & Bedding Co Beds, Mattresses, Blinds & Home - Sabinillas, Manilva email: thecurtainandbeddingco@hotmail.com

Tel: 952 897 477 Open Hours: 10am - 7pm Mon to Fri 10am - 2pm Sat

The Curtain & Bedding Co Mercadona

KM 144.5

Calle Bolivia

N340/A7

N340/A7

to Sotogrande

to Estepona

Calle Bolivia 20 Duquesa

Sabinilias

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:47 pm Page 32

4 Bedroom Apartment, Marbella €895.000

Brand new apartment located on the north side of Palo Alto. This four bedroom, three bathroom home has been finished by well-known interior designer, Eric Kuster. Contemporary, cutting-edge architecture, allows for optimum natural light, It blends modern aesthetics, comfort and amenities with the very best of Mother Nature. Las Jacarandas has two outdoor pools also with a kids play area and gardens.

Ref No: 1111MLND Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Penthouse: 169m² Terrace: 79m²

Platinum Estates Marbella Head Office Address: Pje. Torre Del Mar 5B, 29670 San Pedro de Alcántara

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:47 pm Page 33

Luxury real estate by Platinum Estates Marbella

4 Bedroom Townhouse, Marbella €1.100.000

This four bedroom, three bathroom town house is a new build in the very prestigious urbanization of Santa Clara. The townhouse will enjoy a host of 5-star resort facilities including a central pool boasting an impressive total of 30m of waters' edge, fully equipped gym with top of the range equipment, indoor pool and spa, on-site cafe/bar, co-working area and a host of concierge services.

Ref No: R3468409 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 House: 243m² Plot: 431m²

www.platinumestatesmarbella.com info@platinumestatesmarbella.com T: (+34) 952 581 380 (Spain) M: (+34) 663 061 669 (Spain) T: (+44) 207 993 2398 (London)

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:47 pm Page 34

THE HAND OF GOD!

• Irving Benson and Jessie Carter were married on October 24th in the church.

So ends a friendship that began in their school days.

• At the evening service tonight, the sermon topic will be “What is Hell?”

Come early and listen to our choir practice.

• Scouts are saving aluminum cans, bottles, and other items to be recycled.

Proceeds will be used to cripple children.

• Please place your donation in the envelope along with the deceased person you want remembered.

let the Church help...

• Potluck supper Sunday at 5:00 p.m.

Prayer and medication to follow.

• The ladies of the Church have cast off clothing of every kind.

They may be seen in the basement on Friday afternoon.

• Low Self Esteem Support Group will meet Thursday at 7 PM. Please use the back door.

• Weight Watchers will meet at 7 PM at the First Presbyterian Church.

Please use large double door at the side entrance.

BOULEVARD DE LA CALA, LA CALA DE MIJAS

The ONLY Bar in La Cala Serving Brewdog.

(In Bottles & On Tap)

• THE SCOTTISH PREMIER LEAGUE • THE ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE

• A LARGE SELECTION OF RUMS & GINS

FAMOUS BREAKFAST

34

COSTALINKMAGAZINE©2018

ALSO SERVING FRESH FOOD & BAR SNACKS

THE BLARNEY LA CALA DE MIJAS

SUPERSOL

BO

DD AR EV UL

OVERSEAS DREAMS

AP-7 N340

WINDSOR ESTATES

COME AND TRY OUR

THE BLARNEY

• LIVE MUSIC AND KARAOKE

A AL AC EL

LA CALA DE MIJAS

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:47 pm Page 35

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:48 pm Page 36

your MIND ownB BUSI

& WINERY D R A Y E N I V , GE HOUSE ,COTTA

A RARE OPPORTUNITY Cortes de la Frontera -595.000â‚Ź A completely renovated country home and income in the beautiful area of Cortes de la Frontera on the edge of the Grazalema National Park in the Rio Guardiaro valley. And just a five-minute walk from the village of EstaciĂłn de Cortes. By car it is 45 minutes from the coast, 1 hour from Gibraltar airport and one and a half hours from Malaga airport. Rail provides access to Ronda, Granada or Gibraltar and Algeciras. There is half a hectare of land, main house, pool, guest cottage, winery, vineyard, fruit nut and olive trees and areas for growing produce.

www.business-sales-spain.com Telephone: 951 254 222 Mobile: 663 061 669 info@business-sales-spain.com

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:48 pm Page 37

BUSINESS SINESS

SALES

&

RENTALS

EL T O H E U Q I T U BO

MARBELLA - 1,500.000â‚Ź Ranked with 5 starts on trip advisor This lovely detached villa hotel is located in Marbella within a few minutes of Puerto Banus and the Centre of Marbella itself. It is set in grounds of 2700 metres and the house itself is approximately 500 meters built. It is used as a boutique style Bed and Breakfast hotel and is staffed by live in managers. With a great income and healthy returns and all year round custom or alternatively it would be ideal as a retreat.

WE URGENTLY NEED MORE BUSINESSES FOR SALE To receive updates on all new instructions go to: www.facebook.com/business.sales.spain and press like.

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:48 pm Page 38

your MIND ownB B U S I

Advertising your business for s NO up front fees NO hidden charges

Newly Created Jeep Safari Business For Sale - FROM 15.000€€

This is an unusual opportunity to acquire a brand new business completely ready to trade with full training

Children's Play Park, Fuengirola - 150.000€

Well known established for 20 years in the same location including: baby play areas, soft play area, bouncy castle, ball pit, climbing wall & frames, rodeo bull, sit on rides & lazer tag etc

Barbers Shop in Marbella Outskirts - 26.500€

Fitted with four work stations and has two further wash basins, there is disabled access and a monitored alarm system and a small kitchen area as well as a wc

Laundry Mijas Costa - 45.000€

This well established laundry is been in the same premises for over 30 years and is very well known in the area

www.business-sales-spain.com Telephone: 951 254 222 Mobile: 663 061 669 info@business-sales-spain.com

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:48 pm Page 39

BUSINESS S I N E S S

S A L E S

&

R E N TA L S

for sale in Spain and the UK NO advertising fees NO sale - NO fee

Tennis Club In La Cala de Mijas For Sale - 265.000€

A fully fenced tennis club with two clay courts with space for a third court or two padel courts also floodlit + 50 m² reception/office

Asian Supermarket,Central Fuengirola - 79.950€ The shop is just over 100 meters square and is well fitted with racks, shelves, fridges and freezers selling Thai & Chinese ingredients plus lots more

Duquesa Port - from 35.000€ to 135.000€ Choice of frontline Bars / Cafés and Restaurants with direct views of the moorings and the Mediterranean Buy now for the summer season!

Property Rental & Sales Agency - 47.000€

The business is made up from lettings managed properties & sales Making a very good income There is also plenty of scope for growing the business

WE URGENTLY NEED MORE BUSINESSES FOR SALE To receive updates on all new instructions go to: www.facebook.com/business.sales.spain and press like.

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:48 pm Page 40

GADGETS &Gizmo’s IKEA have launched Uppkoppla to improve the life of gamers. It includes a wrist support, a mouse bungee to increases precision, and textured keycaps providing more grip. Each item can be tailored and personalised through the use of 3D printing.

Melomania 1 are Cambridge Audio’s first pair of true wireless earphones. Weighing just 4.6g each, they have super-strong but flexible graphene in the 5.8mm drivers, Bluetooth 5.0, noise-cancelling and rain proofing Battery life is an impressive nine hours.

Samsung has unveiled The Wall Luxury, a huge 292in MicroLED 8K television. An upscaled version of the already massive 146in The Wall. It is less than 30mm thin and is bezel-less with customisable decor frames to blend seamlessly with its surroundings. Expect to pay around 100.000€ for one!

Roli Lumi is Designed to teach you to play piano or synth with an app packed full of fun lessons.

Ideally suited to every level, It initially has you follow the lights, then learn scales, and finally jam along to the hits. You can snap multiple Lumi keyboards together to expand your range.

40

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:49 pm Page 41

All the latest in the world of tech and gaming...

The Artenix Band charges your Apple Watch while it’s still on your wrist. Batteries have been cleverly integrated into the premium leather band, and extend your watch’s life for up to 16 hours – or charge it from dead to 75 per cent in about 90 minutes.

Hot Wheels new id Smart Track combines the famous toy set with smart tech, allowing you to measure speed, laps and performance on an iOS app. The more kids play with the cars, the more they ‘level up digitally’. It comes with two exclusive Hot Wheels id racers, 16 assorted track pieces and a Smart Portal.

Microsoft has announced the Xbox Elite Wireless Controller Series 2 with adjustable-tension thumbsticks for added aim precision, wrap-around rubberised grips, and shorter hair trigger locks to fire faster. Available from November it will be around 200€.

The SmartHalo 2 is a tiny gadget that fits any bike’s handlebars. You can swipe through fitness metrics, be warned when it’s about to pour down, and navigate by various route types (fast/safe/flat). It has a built in light and an anti-theft system - a built-in alarm!

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:49 pm Page 42

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:49 pm Page 43

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:49 pm Page 44

2002

1986 1960 1966 2006

GUESS THE YEAR...

Can you work out “WHICH YEAR IT IS” from the following questions?

• The final Concorde flight took place during November this year 1918 • Cristiano Ronaldo made his Premier League debut for Manchester United • The highly infectious disease SARS spreads from China Worldwide • Lance Armstrong wins his 5th Tour De France • At the movies you could see: Finding Nemo, The Matrix Reloaded or Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl • In the UK the Prime Minister was Tony Blair • JK Rowling's fifth Harry Potter book "Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix" was released

2004

1975

• Apple launches Itunes •Arnold Schwarzenegger was elected Governor of California

2015

1993

44

Answer on page 80

2000

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:50 pm Page 45

The Brit Pack m FroTHE

sky DOCTOR

Watch ALL the football LIVE and catch up on you’re favourite soaps... Plus lots, lots more!

The only HD Satellite system that works without any internet. This is perfect for infrequent visitors, holiday rentals and anyone without an internet connection.

This is a ‘low budget’ option for clients that do not want to pay a monthly subscription.

from

Inc IVA, Including Installation, nothing else to pay EVER!!

No Monthly Subscription No Internet Needed The only UK Freesat HD Satellite: BBC1/2/4, ITV1, C4, Channel 5, CBBC, CBeebies, BBC News 24, BBC Radio Stations & lots more...

info@theskydoctor.com

www.theskydoctor.com from the longest serving satellite & IPTV company on the coast

Call: 952 763 840 / 635 400 099

Freeview IPTV

• 100 Channels • 7 Day Catch Up • Video on Demand

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:50 pm Page 46

A Man’s World

FUNNY TIPS FOR US FELLOWS...

HOW TO BUILD THE PERFECT MAN CAVE...

Every Lad wants one but not all are lucky enough to have one. Surely these hidden corners of testosterone hold the top spot of any bloke’s fantasy that doesn't involve a woman. But what exactly sets a real bonafide Man Cave apart from you regular, runof-the-mill, ten-a-penny shed?

A MASSIVE TV: This should be the centerpiece of your dedicated space. Through it you’ll view wondrous sights and travel to mystical, far off lands.

You’ll shoot baddies. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry and you’ll view some of the clearest HD porn you’ve ever experienced in your life. Remember anything less than 32 inches is a waste of time.

GAMES CONSOLES. AND LOTS OF THEM: There’s no point having a telly the size of Frasier Crane’s forehead if you haven’t got any shoot-em-ups to project onto it. You should get an XBox One or a PS4 so just get both and make sure you keep hold of your Xbox 360 and PS3 for what will now be the retro classics.

46

A good Man Cave requires you to be able to cater for any eventuality, so throw a Nintendo Wii U into the trolley while you’re at it.

A WELL COMFY CHAIR: This will be your throne, so choose it wisely. The obvious choice would be to go for a La-Z-Boy Recliner. A wipe-friendly, leather surface is also preferable. Remember: what happens in the Man Cave, stays in the Man Cave.

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS: Let’s not forget that your Man Cave is the one place where you can let go and truly be yourself. If for you that involves making your eardrums bleed by banging away on a drum kit or and old Fender guitar, then so be it. Make sure you get something that’ll make the neighbors know that you mean business.

A MINI FRIDGE: Watching sport and playing games is hungry, tiring work and when you’ve finally finished watching telly you’ll want to reward yourself with some fine foods. Just don’t forget the beer and salty snacks.

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:50 pm Page 47

With the most dedicated and highly commended hair transplant surgeon in Europe, here right on your doorstep there is no reason to go anywhere else.

Dr Panno and his new advanced clinic is here on the coast and with surgical and non surgical solutions to hair loss for men and women, so why wait?

Dr Panno is able to help you find the best way to recover your hair and restore your confidence with natural and extremely dense results, using state of the art equipment and medicines that are clinically proven to work giving you plenty of choice.

Tel: 952 586 286 Email: info@drpanno.com Web: drpanno.com Opening Hours: Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 19:00 Our clinic is located at: C/ Azahar s/n 29660 Marbella, Mรกlaga

Health & Well Being

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:50 pm Page 48

12 WAYS TO HAVE YOUR HEALTHIEST SUMMER YET

Summer has finally arrived! It’s time to whip out the BBQs, dig out that swimwear and jet off on holiday for some well-deserved chill time on the beach. But for many of us, summer also brings with it temptations of excessive sun exposure, sweet treats (hello ice cream!), hay fever and other health woes – so it's just as important to look after ourselves in the warmer weather.

Lucky for you, we've put together our top ten tips for staying happy and healthy this summer – keep these on your radar and enjoy your holidays guilt-free…

A Guilt Free Summer!

TACKLE HAY FEVER...

Summer can be unbearable at times for hay fever sufferers. Make sure you vacuum and clean your home regularly to get rid of excess pollen, and try to shower and change clothes after you've been outside. Sadly there's no miracle water a day. Try adding some slices WEAR YOUR SPF!... treatment, but get to your pharmacy of cucumber or lemon to add a fresh to stock up on anti-histamine prodIt is important to use a sun lotion of flavour. ucts and nasal sprays. Streaming at least SPF 30, EVEN BETTER, 50 eyes? Sunglasses are your friend! in order to protect your skin from BEWARE OF “HEALTHY” harmful UV rays. For sensitive skin, SMOOTHIES...

KEEP THE EXERCISE a mineral-based sunscreen is best. Fruit smoothies are a great way to Try not to sit in the sun in peak hours get keep refreshed throughout the REGIME... between 10am and 4pm in order to summer, but watch out for smooth- Before you hide those running minimise UV radiation, but of you ies made with frozen yoghurts, ice shoes in the wardrobe, remember are planning to be out in the sun for cream or too much fruit, as they're summer exercise doesn’t have to a long period of time, reapply sun- loaded with hidden calories! A bet- stop because of the rising temperacream every two hours or immedi- ter option is a green smoothie, tures. On very hot days, change your ately after swimming. Remember to made with both fruit and veggies – exercise plan and take it indoors. use a facial sunscreen, too – just still sweet and delicious, but much Take a class, or try an online workout. It's best not to workout in the because there's SPF in your make- lower in sugar. blazing sunshine, but on a cooler up, it's not enough!

EXFOLIATE... day there's nothing to stop you DRINK LOTS OF WATER... Summer means an increase of heading out for a run or bike ride – During the hot summer months, dead skin cells so it is important to take plenty of water and wear SPF. heat and sweat can leave your body exfoliate your skin to keep it smooth dehydrated. A lack of water is harm- and silky. You don’t need to buy any ful to your body and can also make expensive products to achieve that you crave food when you're not actu- summer glow; simply use a loafer ally hungry. It is incredibly important for a light scrub or make your own to keep yourself hydrated by drink- exfoliation lotion using a handful of ing at least eight to nine glasses of oatmeal, milk and yoghurt.

MORE NEXT MONTH...

48

CHECK OUT... our website www.costalinkmagazine.com for more health & wellbeing features

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:50 pm Page 49

Alhaurin Dental Centre World Class Dental Care

Dr.Raj.S.Rao

We offer modern dental services to achieve a healthy and comfortable mouth • Free initial consultation includes: digital radiographs to assess your problem • Cosmetic and Preventative Dentistry for all the family • The “Kiss Clinic” for diagnosing and treating oral malodour • Teeth whitening... Both chair side “Zoom Laser” whitening and custom home kits • Crowns, veneers and bridges • Sedation for the more anxious client!

Licensed, Insured and providing high quality, World class dental care to the whole family since 2001 See Raj at the Alhaurin Dental Centre

Tel: +34 654 996 026 www.alhaurindentalcentre.com www.dentalcentre.eu

47 Camino Fuente Del Perro, Alhaurin el Grande (Follow the signs for the Centro Meditaion Kadampa on the way to Lauro Golf at KM 12 on the A404) Satnav Coordinates: 36.653306, -4.640973

Medical Tips

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:50 pm Page 50

MOSQUITO BITES… Mosquito bites are the itchy bumps that appear after mosquitoes use their mouthparts to punc-

ture your skin and feed on your blood. The bump usually clears up on its own in a few days.

Occasionally a mosquito bite causes a large area of swelling, soreness and redness. This type of reaction, most common in children, is sometimes referred to as skeeter syndrome. Bites from mosquitoes carrying certain viruses or parasites can cause severe illness. Infected mosquitoes in many parts of the world transmit West Nile virus to humans. Other mosquito-borne infections include yellow fever, malaria and some types of brain infection (encephalitis).

SYMPTOMS: MOSQUITO BITE SIGNS INCLUDE...

• A puffy, white and reddish bump that appears a few minutes after the bite.

• A hard, itchy, reddish-brown bump, or multiple bumps, appearing a day or so after the bite or bites • Small blisters instead of hard bumps • Dark spots that look like bruises More-severe reactions may be experienced by children, adults not previously exposed to the type of mosquito that bit them, and people with immune system disorders. In these people, mosquito bites sometimes trigger: • A large area of swelling and redness • Low-grade fever • Hives • Swollen lymph nodes Children are more likely to develop a severe reaction than are adults, because many adults have had mosquito bites throughout their lives and become desensitized.

active, dusk to dawn WHEN TO SEE A DOCTOR: If mosquito bites seem to be associated with more- • Repairing any tears in the screens on your windows, serious warning signs: Such as fever, headache, body doors and camping gear aches and signs of infection then contact your doctor. • Using mosquito netting over strollers and cribs or when sleeping outdoors • Use insect repellent CAUSES & COMPLICATIONS: Mosquito bites are caused by female mosquitoes The most effective insect repellents include one of feeding on your blood. Female mosquitoes have a three active ingredients: mouthpart made to pierce skin and siphon off blood.

• DEET Males lack this blood-sucking ability because they • Icaridin (also called picaridin) don't produce eggs and so have no need for protein in • Oil of lemon eucalyptus (a plant-based compound) blood. Mosquitoes select their victims by evaluating scent, exhaled carbon dioxide and the chemicals in a STOP THEM AROUND YOUR HOME: person's sweat. Scratching bites can lead to infection. Eliminate standing water, which mosquitoes need to Mosquitoes can carry certain diseases, such as West breed. To keep your house and yard free of mosquito Nile virus, malaria, yellow fever and dengue fever. The pools: mosquito obtains a virus or parasite by biting an infect- • Unclog roof gutters ed person or animal. Then, when biting you, the mos- • Empty children's wading pools at least once a week, quito can transfer that virus or parasite to you through and preferably more often its saliva.

• Change water in water features weekly (at least) • Empty outdoor flower pots regularly or store them PREVENTION: upside down so that they can't collect water You can take several steps to protect yourself from • Drain any items where water collects mosquito bites. Limit exposure to mosquitoes by: • Avoiding outdoor activities when they're most

50

CHECK OUT... Our website at www.costalinkmagazine.com for lots more Medical Tips!

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:52 pm Page 51

THE ENGLISH DENTAL PRACTICE Dr. Alex McCubbin

Susana Lucena - Hygienist GENTLE IMPLANTS

• No cutting • No scalpels • No bleeding • No sutures • No swelling • No pain

With over 20 years of experience in Implant Surgery, Alex is probably the most experienced Implant Dental Surgeon on the coast.

Using his experience in conjunction with the wonderful minimally invasive technique, he is able to place almost all implants with - NO SURGERY and NO PAIN. The implant is placed very quickly using normal local anaesthetic, so you have minimal discomfort - no worse than having a filling! Subsequent treatment (impressions, fitting the post and crown) require no local anaesthetic.

This very gentle procedure allows placement of implants without the need for building new bone in most cases.

If bone augmentation is required this can be done in almost all cases WITHOUT CUTTING THE GUMS.

Tel: 952 466 056 Edif. Don Marcelo, Bajo. Local 2D www.englishdentalpractice.com

Avda. Jesús Santos Rein, 10 info@englishdentalpractice.com Fuengirola 29640 Málaga.

Edif. Don Marcelo, Bajo. Local 2D Avda. Jesús Santos Rein, 10 Fuengirola 29640 Málaga.

find us on facebook

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:52 pm Page 52

CK the 5th - Marbella experts In health & Welfare

We are pleased to announce that CK Senior Group specialise in the care of the elderly.

Recently opened in Marbella under the name CK La Quinta, it is a new residential centre with a wide range of services designed to meet the care needs of its residents.

CK La Quinta offers modern and comfortable facilities, from which in a specialised manner it both supports the basic needs of its residents, as well as assistance programmes aimed at covering specific needs in the sanitary field, rehabilitation processes, recovery from cerebrovascular accidents, etc.

For this exciting project CK Senior has a team of professionals with extensive experience in this sector who, besides being very well quali-

fied, understand that one of there main tasks is to make the residents feel at home, thus combining a high quality professional service with an environment offering human warmth.

CK La Quinta and its professional team works to help people. They take care of those who place there trust in them at the highest level, quality of service. Thus, the multidisciplinary technical team will design and adapt there services to the needs of the residents, implementing individualised care plans and providing a care environment that provides both physical and emotional well being.

The CK Senior Group understands they are in a privileged place being able to take care of other people and instill its organisation and its professionals with the basic principle, “generating an environment of attention, focused on the needs and comfort of its residents”.CK La Quinta is the latest addition to the CK Senior Group and means the addition of an additional 100 spaces (beds) to the more than 1200 it had already. A new project, in an open environment, looking at the community and with all the services that a resident may demand.

CK La Quinta offers its residents much more than basic care and nursing. In this sense, its services will be organised from the following parameters:

• Accommodation in very comfortable spaces • Individualised nutritional plans • Cleaning and laundry services • Medical and nursing care • Control & administration of medication(s) • Physiotheraphy services • Cognative stimulation • Occupational therapy services • Leisure and free time programmes • Psychological services • Customer service for both residents and their families The CK La Quinta team is at your entire disposal to show you our facilities and personally assist you to analyse your needs or those of a member of your family.

52

For further details on CK La Quinta you can refer to there Website:www.ckseniorgestion.es Email: infocklaquinta@cksenior.es ….or call Victoria Herrero (Commercial Director) directly (who speaks both Spanish & English) on: 687-034-447.

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:52 pm Page 53

Alzheimer's & Dementia Support Group La Cala de Mijas Lions are running an Alzheimer's and Dementia Support Group for English speakers in conjunction with Age Care and Medicare Calahonda International Baptist Church At 11.30-13.30 1st and 3rd Mondays commencing 15th July 2019

For more information contact Lesley: 635 407 255 Maggie: 629 893 016

DNA testing is a scientifically proven method of using your body’s own intelligence to unlock the key to YOU gaining your ideal weight and improving your general health... Allow us to empower YOU...

Our package includes, a mini consult, the medical DNA test, a comprehensive 14 page report in English covering food intolerance’s, your metabolishm, parameters of disease, tolerance to certain medication groups, vitamin absorption, your DNA in relation to obesity and overall health as well as the best form of exercise for you. Offered in conjunction with support from our psychologist and nutritionist as we encourage and empower all our clients to reach a healthy weight, increase exercise and improve their overall health. Giving you back control...

Introductory offer of €195.00.

Available at Clinica Medicare in La Cala telephone 952 835 776

Stran

Strange Strangebuttrue...

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:52 pm Page 54

WORLD WIFE CARRYING CHAMPIONSHIP ONE OF THE STRANGEST RACES IN THE WORLD! The idea of the Wife Carrying Championships is Sonkajärvi’s has deep roots in the local history.

One of the most bizarre ‘feats of strength’ events in the world. In the late 1800’s it was common practice to steal women from the neighbouring villages this is how the championship started.

lent of the wife’s weight in beer, a bag full of wife carrying products and a statue with wife carrying motif. Also the best costume and the strongest carrier will be awarded with wife carrying products and statues.

Contestants have their wife ride on their back while navigating a 278-yard obstacle course almost 80 couples compete in groups of 3.

Several types of carry may be practised: piggyback, fireman's carry (over the shoulder), or Estonian-style (the wife hangs upside-down with her legs around the husband's shoulders, holding onto his waist).

The Wife Carrying World Championships have been held annually in Sonkajärvi, Finland, since 1992 (where the prize is the wife's weight in beer).

The 2019 winners, the Kirkliauskas set a new best And you may wonder what the prize for the world time, completing the challenge in just one minute champions is.... The winner receives the equiva- and 6.72 seconds.

PRINT, WEB, SOCIAL MEDIA COSTA LINK MARKETING we are ahead the of pack...

For more information and to work our a tailor made package just for you please contact us:

t: 951 254 222 m: 663 061 669

email: sales@costalinkmagazine.com 54

web: www.costalinkmagazine.com

Nº1 Magazine Costa del Sol on Nº1 Business Directory Costa del Sol on More likes than any other Costa del Sol Magazine on What is the point of advertising anywhere else?

M

a

g

a

z

i

n

e

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:52 pm Page 55

THE REMOVAL PEOPLE • LOCAL • NATIONAL • INTERNATIONAL • REMOVALS & STORAGE

• SECURE SHORT AND LONG TERM STORAGE • EXPORT PACKING AND SHIPPING • VEHICLES TRANSPORTED AND SHIPPED • MOVERS OF ANTIQUES AND FINE ART • PIANO MOVES UNDERTAKEN • SINGLE ITEMS MOVED OR SHIPPED

Call now for your free no obligation quote!

37 YEARS OF MOVING EXPERIENCE

0034 633 855 516 0044 7800 610 356 karl.theremovalpeople@gmail.com

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:52 pm Page 56

PULLED PORK

Slow-cooked pulled pork wraps with apple salsa.

Add some pizzazz to your pulled pork with this tangy apple salsa.

Ingredients:

Method:

FOR THE PORK FOR THE SALSA • 1.5kg (3lb 5oz) shoulder of pork •3 small crisp apples diced •75g (2¾oz) muscovado sugar •25g (1oz) chopped fresh coriander •2tsp smoked paprika •½ a red onion, finely diced •1tsp dried oregano •Zest and juice of 1 lime •2tsp mustard powder •1tbsp sweet chilli sauce •2 cloves of garlic, crushed •1tbsp olive oil •1tsp freshly ground black pepper •Salt & freshly ground black pepper •200ml (7fl oz) apple juice •Flour tortillas, to serve •3tbsp tomato ketchup

1) Place the pork in a large glass dish. Sprinkle the sugar, paprika, oregano, mustard, garlic and pepper over it.

2) Turn to coat the meat in the mixture, rubbing it in well with your hands. Cover and leave to infuse for a few hours or overnight. 3) Preheat the oven to 160°C/fan 140°C/gas 3. Place the meat in a roasting tin with the apple juice and cover tightly with foil. 4) Cook for 3½-4 hours, or until it is so tender that you can shred it with a fork. Remove from the tin and rest for 15 minutes. 5) Leave the oven on low. Place the roasting tin on the hob and stir in the tomato ketchup, adding a little boiling water if necessary, to make a thick and delicious sauce. Skim off any excess fat and transfer to a jug. 6) To make the salsa, put the apples, coriander and red onion in a bowl and mix with the lime zest and juice, sweet chilli sauce and olive oil. Season to taste. Warm the tortillas in the oven then serve topped with shredded pork, salsa and sauce.

Cat and Dog World Kennels & Cattery ALHAURIN EL GRANDE

YOUR PREMIER BOARDING FACILITY ON THE COSTA DEL SOL PROUDLY OFFER EVERYTHING YOU EXPECT FOR THE CARE OF YOUR PET WHILE YOU ARE AWAY. • SUPERB FULLY LICENSED FACILITIES • ANIMAL TRANSPORTATION TO THE UK / FRANCE • TRACES, OCA, DEFRA LICENSED Tel: 952112978 / 630197435

Web: www.catanddogworld.com Email: info@catanddogworld.com

LOW COST NEUTERING CLINIC SPAYING AND CASTRATION FOR CATS AND DOGS AT CAT AND DOG WORLD KENNELS FULLY LICENSED • QUALIFIED VETERINARY SURGEON & NURSE LEADING THE FIGHT AGAINST CAT & DOG OVER POPULATION Call for more information: English / Spanish: 952 112 978

FOUNDATION FOR ABANDONED AND MISTREATED ANIMALS F.A.M.A is a foundation set up and funded solely by voluntary contributions to provide an acceptable standard of life to the abandoned animals whilst in its care.

For more information, please visit our website:

www.famaspain.com or contact Pat Colman on

620 354 885 56

Visit our website: www.famaspain.com

For SMS text donations: 27067 / MX FAMA

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:52 pm Page 57

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:52 pm Page 58

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:52 pm Page 59

ALL REVVED UP

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:53 pm Page 60

FIATS “HERITAGE HUB”

Fiat have carried out a full restoration of their famous Turin factory - including its roof top test track. They have opened “The Heritage Hub” which contains an exhibition, displaying the history and the story of the Mirafiori complex, including over 250 vehicles, some of them never seen in public, we take a look at some of the cars on display.

The 1993 Scia was a finger in the wind to test the reaction to a new Fiat sports car. Designed

by Fiat Centro Stile and built by coachbuilders Maggiora, the Scia was inspired by small luxury boats – barchettas – and was indeed the trigger for the Fiat of that name.

In 1972 the X1/23 pitch-roofed two-seater prototype was an exploratory city car for the 1970s. Originally petrol-engined, it reappeared in 1976 with a 13.5bhp electric motor driving the front wheels, a range of only 50 miles and a top speed of only 45mph,

The 2006 Oltre has a kerb weight of around 4000kg (8818 lb), has 50cm (20in) of ground clearance, four-wheel drive, a roll-over cage, assorted diff locks and the ability to shield its occupants from roadside bombs. Despite its heft, this glamourised Hummer-alike concept built for the 2006 Bologna motor show could gather itself for an 81mph escape, propelled by a 3.0 litre, four cylinder common rail turbodiesel grunting out 336lb ft of torque and 183bhp.

Housing a mighty 10-litre engine, just five S61s were built in 1908 for the Fiat Racing Team. It wasn’t merely brute cubic capacity that propelled this car – amazingly; twin plugs and four valves per cylinder, to produce 130bhp, fired its four enormous pistons.

60

This impressive Fiat 130 Familiare is one of four specially built for the founding Agnelli family that owned and ran Fiat in 1971. The 130 saloon was one of a number of cars that began to establish the idea that Fiat was not so good at developing large cars, an idea reinforced by the contemporary 132 saloon and the later Croma.

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:55 pm Page 61

DRAIN & LEAK SOLUTIONS

High Pressure water jetting Drain tracing, C.C.T.V. Septic tank problems and installations Bath, sinks and toilets unblocked Leak detection and repairs

Fully Qualified, Fully Legal, No Call Out Fee.

Tel: 951 310 111

Mobile: 651 111 005

Email: drainandleaksolutions@hotmail.com

CLMŠ2012

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:55 pm Page 62

What’s On Guide...

June 16th to 22nd September 2019: The largest exhibition in Europe of models built with Lego bricks at the Muelle Uno in Malaga with almost 100 models built with more than 5 million pieces of Lego. The exhibition comprises 12 thematic areas that occupy more than 1,100 square meters. Some of the impressive models you will find are: the Titanic, 11 meters long, Star Wars figures, internal organs of the human being and outstanding athletes. For more information see www.expopiezaslego.es.

July 5th to 27th August 2019: Starlite Festival, the favourite stage for international stars huge array of top stars are descending to Marbella including: John Legend, Jessie J, Diana Krall, Sting and Il Divo to name but a few. It's location in the open-air set in the imposing shadows of La Concha Mountain, with perfect acoustics an amazing venue it’s an event NOT TO BE MISSED in Marbella (see page 9).

31st July to the 4th August 2019: Los Alamos Beach Festival, Estepona is a great electronic music festival that takes place every year. This years line up include are R3hab, FernandoCosta, Fangoria and lots lots more .For more information please see: www.losalamosbeach.com 20th June - 3rd August 2019: The Nerja Caves International Festival of Music and Dance is one of the most highly anticipated events of the summer on the Costa del Sol. In its 60th year for more information call: 952 529 520 or see www.cuevadenerja.es.

1st to the 31st August 2019: International Artesania Fair in Puerto Banús. Antonio Banderas plaza is filled stalls providing everything from antiques to sweets Moroccan goods and lots lots more.

1st to the 31st August 2019: Festival at Marenostrum Castle Park in Fuengirola. With Jennifer Lopez, La Noche Rosa, and lunch in the park plus lots more for info see marenostrumfuengirola.com.

15th to the 24th August 2019: Malaga Feria. Every year the city of Málaga lights up as it celebrates its weeklong fair with live music, dance, traditional food, flamenco, and amusement park rides. For more information please see: www.malagaturismo.com.

Every Monday: Age Care Drop In where people can chat, share experiences and find out about living in Spain at La Iglesia Bar, near Bonanza Square, Benalmadena Costa 11am -12.30pm.

Every Monday: Arts and Crafts Fair in Benahavis at 8pm in the Main Square in Benahavis.

Every Tuesday: The Costa Women Coffee Club meet every second Tuesday at 10am – 12.30pm for coffee, chats and other activities and is a social group designed to get ladies of all ages together. It’s best to join the group via Facebook or contact Emma on 608 408 771.

Every Tuesday: Age Care Drop In Calahonda. Tuesdays: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. International Baptist Church, near Supersol Los Olivos , Calahonda.

Every Wednesday: at 11:30am the Malaga Picasso Museum is offering free guided tours in English which is included with the price of admission.

Every Thursday: Age Care Drop In Coin, La Peña, Calle Rio Guadelhorce 19, Poligono La Rosa, Alhaurin el Grande. Thursday 11am – 1pm.

Every Friday: Hard Rock Cafe: Live music happening every Friday see www.hardrock.com/cafes/marbella.

Every Friday: Age Care Drop In Fuengirola, Hojar del Jubilado, Los Boliches Friday 11.00am 12.30pm , Entrance Calle Fruita. 1st floor above the fruit market.

Every Sunday: FAMA have a car boot sale at the Hippodrome from 9am - 2pm.

Every Sunday: Craft Market in the Marbella Marina on the Teresa Zabell Pier: 12-6pm.

Every Sunday: Art & Exclusive Products Market held at the inner courtyard of the Hapimag Hotel, Marbella. Fashion, Costume jewelery, Accessories, Perfume, Organic products. Painters, Sculptors & Flowers.. Including entertainment from 11am to 7pm.

62

If you have an event, fundraiser or anything else please let us know... email: editor@costalinkmagazine.com phone: 951 216 131 or 663 061 669

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:55 pm Page 63

Missing out on English Speaking Films? we’ve got just the ticket...

Check out our website..

www.costalinkmagazine.com

films in English listed

by Cinema by time updated weekly

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:55 pm Page 64

ocal Info Emergency Numbers

---

Central number for Fire, Police & Ambulance National Police Local Police Guardia Civil

Medical

dica

112 091 092 062

Emergency 061 Ambulance Marbella 902 505 061 Ambulance Coin 952 453 267

Train Timetables 902 240 202

Health Centres

Airports Malaga 952 048 844

Marbella 952 769 946

Gibraltar +350 200 12345

Coin 952 452 767 San Pedro 952 787 700

Town Halls

Marbella 952 761 100 San Pedro 952 453 020 La Cala de Mijas 952 493 208 Fuengirola 952 589 300 Estepona 952 801 100

Fire Brigade

Emergency number 080 Marbella 952 774 349 Estepona 952 804 483 Fuengirola 952 461 046

Consulates

British Ireland Denmark Sweden Germany France U.S.A

952 952 952 952 952 952 952

Marbella Coin Estepona Fuengirola San Pedro

952 771 442 952 822 818 952 822 818 952 467 457

352 475 226 604 212 226 474

300 108 373 383 442 590 891

Tourist Information

64

Transport

Bus Stations Marbella 952 764 400 Coin 952 450 366 San Pedro 952 781 396 Estepona 952 800249 For a list of complete times www.andalucia.com/travel/bus

952 785 252

Markets

Monday - Marbella (fairground site on east side) Tuesday - Fuengirola (fairground near Los Boliches) Wednesday -Estepona (Avda.

Juan Carlos) La Cala - Feria ground.

Thursday - San Pedro (Recinto Ferial) Calypso (Mijas Costa).

Alhaurin el Grande - (La Fama) Saturday - Coin (Calle Urbano Pineda), Nueva Andalucia (Next to Centro Plaza the Bullring) and La Cala - Feria ground Sunday - Puerto Estepona (Marina)

Cinemas

All the Cinemas listed below show films in English as well as Spanish. Call first to check what is showing that week.

Marbella: Cinesur Plaza del Mar 952 766 941 La CaĂąada 902 333 231 Puerto Banus: Gran Marbella 952 810 077 Coin: La Trocha 951 315 039

Fuengirola Cinesur Miramar 902 221 622

Chemists

24 hour chemist Urb. Artola, Ctra. Cadiz Km 194. Marbella.

Tel: 952 83 25 89

Taxis

Marbella Taxis 952 774 488 Mijas Costa Taxis 952 476 593

Diary Dates

15th to 24th August 2019: Malaga Feria. During the Feria de MĂĄlaga, the city buzzes with colour and life. (Lots of businesses are working shorter hours or may be closed at this time, please check before you travel).

15th August 2019: Feast of the Assumption.

(National Holiday).

26th August 2019: Summer Bank Holiday UK & Gibraltar.

check out our website www.costalinkmagazine.com for cinema listings in VOSE

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:55 pm Page 65

Marble Floor Polishing Phone Paul: 654 589 218 Before

After

Free advice on how to care for your floors at www.marblefloor.info

is your business being noticed?

we can help. .

call the costa link team tel: 951 254 222 or 663 061 669 email: sales@costalinkmagazine.com

FROM SUNSHINE WINDOWS

2 Bed Apartment from 20€ 3 Bed Apartment from 30€ 3 Bed Townhouse from 40€ Call or WhatsApp Phil 629 907 476

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:56 pm Page 66

S TA R S I GN S

A look at what's in store for you during August 2019...

Capricorn

December 22nd January 19th

Aquarius

January 20th February 18th

Pisces

February 19th March 20th

Aries

March 21st April 19th

Taurus

April 20th May 20th

Gemini May 21st June 20th

66

Capricorn, August 2019 is the perfect time to deal with matters related to mutual trust in your relationship. The New Moon of July 31st, encourage closeness and new relationships. Older conflicts, misunderstandings or suspicions can now be left. If you are looking for love you tend to keep changing your mind, after August 12th, Uranus begins its retrograde motion it’s very likely that you will experience shortterm love. Don’t spend too much in order to impress a potential lover though! Give yourself more time for soul-searching, for making peace with yourself, and with changes that are necessary and becoming more and more pressing! The New Moon of July 31st and the Full Moon of August 15th give you loads of energy in order to reorganise your budget. Your health improves a lot when it comes to older ailments; this month sees you take on a more optimistic outlook on life.

Aquarius, August is the best time of 2019 for beginning a relationship with great long-term chances; also for entering a new stage in an existing relationship, for fixing and re-establishing communication and mutual trust. Professionally speaking, this month sees you stand to gain more from collaborations or joint investments than on your own. If you’re an employee, during the second half of the month you could try to renegotiate certain benefits. Give yourself enough time to clear up certain moneyrelated aspects, for trying to see things in a new way, for a new approach before making decisions with long-term impact! Mercury stops its retrograde motion on August 1st, and Jupiter on August 11th; so certain negotiations that have been stalled until now finally start to move along slowly. In August 2019 you’re popular and could be out every night partying if you wanted too!

Pieces, your career takes a lot out of you in August 2019, so you don’t have much time for love. There’s a feeling of obligation or constraint about the duties related to a relationship this month. If you are looking for love you’ll have to deal with emotional instability, but it doesn’t prevent them from enjoying the blessings of the goddess of love. You might start an affair at work. There’s a New Moon on July 31st, use this energy in order to set new professional goals. Make a new work schedule, or organize your activity in a different way. Avoid overdoing it at work, but also at home! Clean up your life and reorganize your priorities. Throughout the month, money comes your way through effort, work, and personal commitment. During the second half of the month you could get support from close ones. August 2019 is favourable for health if you haven’t in a while; get a general medical check-up Aries, August 2019 is going to be memorable when it comes to love; make the most of the New Moon’s energy (July 31st) this is a great time for expressing your feelings. If you’re single, you’re ready to have fun and your love life could take up all of your time. Your creativity and enthusiasm make you irresistible. If you’re at least a little disciplined when it comes to money, you can turn August 2019 into a prosperous month. You can also gain from financial speculation, particularly between August 10th and 18th; but avoid excess. Money comes your way with ease and speed, but it can also be spent quickly if you’re not organised about expenses. If you are looking for a new job then this month is great for finding something that is convenient and materially rewarding. Your morale is good and you’re set on fun, holidays and parties few things can spoil your mood.

Taurus, August 2019 is a bit dull as far as your love life is concerned using the energy of the planets to get yourself together and let go of the past, stop rehashing an older love or a relationship that left a mark on your life. On August 12th, Uranus starts a retrograde motion, which will go on for months. The stars will now let you reconsider your long-term professional projects, but also to ponder if what you’re doing now is really you and whether it helps you stand out. The Full Moon of August 15th could end a significant chapter of your life with direct consequences on your career. Strengthen the foundations on which you’re building your future; try to turn a hobby or a talent into a new source of income! After August 23rd, 2019, you’re in a better mood; get outside and make the most of your summer why not start a new hobby get your zest for life back.

Gemini, expect this month to be filled with joy, but this depends on how open you are towards your other half. If you try to iron out any issues at this time then your heart will fill with optimism and faith in the future. If who are looking for that special someone –we’re talking about a serious relationship…

Then August is a fantastic time to find love. On the work front significant material opportunities could pop up around the New Moon and Full Moon times, when you either find solutions for your business or for some speculation that can get you some extra income. There won’t be dramatic changes in your career during August 2019. You’re going through more of a dreaming-prone phase, or maybe you’re seeking your calling. You’re full of energy this month, work out as much as possible in order to balance out the excess!

All of it helps you get rid of your anxiety and stress.

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:56 pm Page 67

Cancer June 21st July 22nd

Leo

July 23rd August 22nd

Virgo

August 23rd September 22nd

Libra

September 23rd October 22nd

Scorpio

October 23rd November 21st

Sagittarius

November 22nd December 21st

Cancer, Mercury resumes its direct motion on August 1st, so you get the chance to clear up a lot of older issues with your other half. Money might still be a hot topic and as a result you should try to be less stubborn and selfish. Where conflicts have been brewing for a while, constructive communication might be resumed. You should both think about what your relationship is worth to you. The New Moon of July 31st might uncover sources of extra income or you may find a better-paying job; try to avoid lazing about and making pointless expenses. The Full Moon of August 15th changes something moneywise, which might mean getting rid of some debt or getting approved for a loan. Mercury and Jupiter stop their retrograde motion on August 1st and August 11th. So all of the anxiety or confusion related to your health, which you’ve been accumulating for a while, are now dissipated.

Leo, August 2019 is a great time to take more interest in you. It’s a favourable term when it comes to personal development and individual initiatives rather than cultivating the pursuit of love. Make the most of Mercury’s transit through Leo (August 11th -29th, 2019) in order to make your ideas known in your socio-professional group, but also in order to finally put to rest older issues with friends! Venus is in Leo until August 21st this will change the rules of your career. If you are ambitions, create for yourself opportunities to get promotions, to develop your business or to stand out. But you’re in for a business-related trip this month but when it come to the deal try no not to rush into things – think things through when it comes to collaborations that are actually productive. Also on August 11th, Jupiter’s return to your sign restores your zest for life and optimism.

Virgo, in August 2019 you’re more introverted and thoughtful than usual. If you are in a relationship then, you should explain that you have some things to work out, and that you need time to think. You might notice that it’s harder and harder for you and your other half to reach an accord. If you are single maybe you want too much, too soon, and you are daydreaming about the perfect relationship. Make the most of the energy of August in order to take a serious look at your emotional and professional life! The Full Moon of August 15th makes you question if it would be the right time to decide what professional projects have reached their end, or are not profitable enough or doing your image any favours. When it comes to money, things seem to be better during the last half of August. You feel the need to disconnect from day-to-day life and agitation this month, you need to re-center yourself and take care of your soul.

Libra, this month is going to be one long PARTY for you! If you are single and looking for someone special, then you can meet lots of new and interesting people. If you’re already involved, you might find that your other half gets easily jealous or upset, because you want more freedom and go out without them; it might provoke suspicions and heated discussions. Be careful: an older love is going to try to get back into your life! August is a great month if you want to make progress in your career and stand out. The New Moon of July 31st will bring with it new projects or collaborations and you’ll run into new opportunities for material gain. You’re not short on money, but you’re not rolling in it either you might go through moments of instability or run into unexpected expenses. Your morale and energy are much better this month, particularly during the first half of the month.

Scorpio, your career takes a lot out of you in August 2019. If you’re single and looking for love, the odds are you’ll meet someone who’s focused on their career too. You might be driven by romantic, unrealistic ideals, and you set expectations that can’t be fulfilled. In August 2019, you are particularly charming; you attract anyone with ease. Try to avoid anger outbursts, particularly after August 18th; you risk generating unnecessary conflicts or you could chase away someone who’s actually a very good match for you. On the work front you’ll be standing out from the crowd expect a promotion or becoming the leader of a large and far-reaching project. If you a looking for a new job then this month expect to find the perfect one which will be beyond your expectations. Try to find a balance between family life and career!

Sagittarius, Mercury resumes its direct motion in your sign on August 1st, which is a very good thing. So after a long term of personal analysis, you reach positive conclusions and find the balance in your love life that has been lacking of late. If you are single you may start long-distance relationships or get the chance to meet someone interesting, if they’re part of the academic environment. Mercury resumes its direct motion this month but there might be plot twists at work, misunderstandings with coworkers or complications related to certain documents. If you’re looking for a job, first try to contact an older employer. You might be predisposed towards unbalance and agitation this month: you either burn up too much energy, or go into hibernation. Try making time for rest even if you’re very tempted to work all the time.

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:56 pm Page 68

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:56 pm Page 69

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:56 pm Page 70

puzzle

Solutions on page 80

it out

Anger Inducing Anagrams

Can you work out the name of each actor or actress from the following anagrams? The word lengths are shown in brackets.

1)

___ ______

OMIT CURSE (3,6)

3)

__ ______

A PAL ICON (2,6)

______ _______

COOL EGO ENERGY (6,7)

2) 4) 5)

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ LENGTHY PART WOW (7,7) ______ _____

RAINY WONDER (6,5)

Guess The Celeb

A

B

Sudoku

70

Tricky Brain Teaser

BATMAN RIDDLES...

Here come several enigmas that appeared in the Batman movies... Usually Riddler asking Bruce Wayne.

1) If you look at the number on my face you won't find thirteen anyplace.

2) Tear one off and scratch my head what was red is black instead.

3) The eight of us go forth not back to protect our king from a foes attack.

4) There are three men in a boat with four cigarettes but no matches. How do they manage to smoke?

5) What room can no one enter?

6) What is it that's always coming but never arrives?

7) When is a man drowned, but still not wet?

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:58 pm Page 71

Crossword

Across: 1. Pedestrian tunnel (6) 4. Land measures (5) 8. Demon (5) 9. Zodiac sign (7) 10. Playhouse (7) 11. Blood vessel (4) 12. Scottish town (3) 14. Capital of Norway (4) 15. Recedes (4) 18. Short sleep (3) 21. The lowest adult male singing voice (4) 23. South American river (7) 25. Conspire (7) 26. North American buffalo (5) 27. Michael........., Welsh born actor (5) 28. Licence (6) Down: 1. Shelter (6) 2. Famous pop group (3,4) 3. Screen test (8) 4. English river (4) 5. Indian monetary unit (5) 6. Cutlery items (6) 7. John........., Manchester United footballer (1,4) 13. Dependable (8) 16. Flourish (7) 17. Counting frame (6) 19. Card game (5) 20. Brass musical instrument (6) 22. Ointment (5) 24. Rotate,or revolve (4)

Name The Film

A Staring

Tom Hanks as an Eastern European tourist who --unexpectedly finds himself stranded in JFK airport, and must take up temporary residence there (2004).

B

To stop a terrorist plot, an FBI agent has transplant surgery & assumes the identity of a terrorist, but the plan goes wrong for the FBI agent, staring John Travolta (1997).

Say What You See...

LOST

words words words words

skating

iiiiii

sign

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:58 pm Page 72

The Jokespage

Jokespage

Mahatma Gandhi, as you know, walked barefoot most of the time, which produced an impressive set of calluses on his feet. He also ate very little, which made him rather frail and with his odd diet, he suffered from bad breath. This made him...

(Oh, this is so bad, it's good)...

A super calloused fragile mystic hexed by halitosis.

Two dwarfs go into a bar, where they pick up two prostitutes and take them to their separate hotel rooms. The first dwarf, however, is unable to get a lifting in his manhood.

His depression is made worse by the fact that, from the next room, he hears his little friend shouting out cries of "Here I come again...

ONE, TWO, THREE... UUH!" all night long.

In the morning, the second dwarf asks the first, "How did it go?"

The first mutters, "It was so embarrassing.

I simply couldn't get a hard on."

The second dwarf shook his head. "You think that's embarrassing?

I couldn't even get on the bed.."

A guy walks into a bar and approaches the barman, 'Can I have a pint of Less, please?' I'm sorry sir, 'the barman replies, looking slightly puzzled, 'I've not come across that one before.

Is it a spirit?'

'I've no idea, 'replies the guy, 'The thing is, I went to see my doctor last week and he told me that I should drink less.'

72

A man walks into a bar, sits down, and orders a drink. 'Hey, nice tie!' comes out of nowhere. He looks up at the barman to see if he had said anything, but since he was on the other side of the bar the man

just ignores it.

'Hey! Nice shirt!' The man looks up but, again, the barman is engaged elsewhere.

'Hey! Nice suit!' The man then calls the barman over and asks him why he keeps talking to him.

'It's not me, it's the complimentary peanuts', said the barman.

I'm just a social drinker, every time someone says, 'I'll have a drink'. I say, 'Social I.'

BAD ALCOHOL ADVICE....

7R WDNH D OHDN

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:58 pm Page 73

Par 3, 9 Hole Golf Course Golf Daily Rate 15€ Email: elsotogolfclub@gmail.com | Tel: 951 665 503

Annual Membership • Annual Golf Membership 350€ • Annual Membership for Gym & Golf Facilities 450€ • For Annual Members the Opening Times are 08:00 to 22:00 • Opening Times for Non Members: Monday to Friday 10:00 to 17:00 Saturday 10:00 to 15:00 - Sunday 10:00 to 15:00

we accept:

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:58 pm Page 74

Horrid Henrytakeover!

KIDS PAGE

Can you spot the

8

74

differences between the two Henry’s?

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:58 pm Page 75

balloons bunting hats cake music candles party bags games presents guests streamers

GIVE HENRY SOME COLOUR

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:58 pm Page 76

76

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:59 pm Page 77

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:59 pm Page 78

78

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:59 pm Page 79

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 1:59 pm Page 80

puzzle Who Am I? Noel Coward

Guess the Year 2003

Trivia Quiz Answers 1) Toboggan 2) On the water 3) Rome 4) Boxing 5) Greendale in Postman Pat 6) Michael Palin 7) State / Country 8) Anatomy 9) Lamb 10) Mg 11) Tom Baker 12) Dutch 13) Ill 14) Belgium 15) Lily Savage 16) 10 17) Peel 18) Liverpool 19) Pear 20) Jaundice 21) Sicily 22) Majorca 23) Swithen 24) Fox 25) 2nd day 26) Fennel 27) Porridge 28) Winking 29) 1950’s 30) Titanic

Answers from 20, 26, 44 70 & 71

it out

Anger Making Anagrams 1) Tom Cruise 2) Gwyneth Paltrow 3) Al Pacino 4) Winona Ryder 5) George Clooney

Guess The Celeb a) Johnny Depp b) Sarah Michelle Gellar

Brain Teaser

1) A clock 2)A matchstick 4)They throw one cigarette overboard and made the boat a cigarette lighter 5) A mushroom 6) Tomorrow 7) When he's trapped in quicksand

Crossword Solution

Sudoku Solution

Name The Film

a) The Terminal (2004) b) Face/Off (1997)

Say What You See 1) Lost for Words

2) Skating on Thin Ice

80

3) Sign on the Dotted Line

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 2:01 pm Page 81

www.barsforsalespain.com

SOLD

ER € OV E 5.000NG PRIC I K S A

HIN

WIT OURS 4H 2D L D O L S O S

SOLD

NEW THIS AUGUST...

• CHOICE OF 2 VACANT BARS In Gamonal......3.950€

Benalmadena: • Bonanza Square FANTASTIC GASTRO BAR.....20.000€ • VERY LARGE RESTAURANT Bonanza Area.....50.000€

Fuengirola:

• TRADITIONAL BAR in central location.....3.000€ • BARGAIN CAFÉ/BAR in busy central location....17.000€ • DISCO on the seafront....40.000€ • VACANT LARGE CAFÉ/BAR in Riviera.....3.750€

Calahonda: Marbella:

• BAKERY WITH TERRACE, Excellent Location.....19.950€ • DONA LOLA CAFÉ/BAR, with good size terrace.....45.000€ • ITALIAN RESTAURANT in Central Marbella.....80.000€

Estepona: Duquesa Port:

• COCKTAIL BAR in Old Town Centre.....14.950€ • MUSIC BAR in Very Central Location.....60.000€ • Choice of 6 frontline CAFÉ/BAR OR RESTAURANTS from.....75.000 to 165.000€

Tel: 952 473 108 or Mob: 640 345 164 email: info@barsforsalespain.com Give us a call to request more information or a viewing

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 2:01 pm Page 82

Tel: 952 581 380 | Mob: 685 193 673 info@costadelsolpropertyshop.com www.costadelsolpropertyshop.com Calle Juan Sebastián El Cano, Edificio Rosal, Local 1, 29640 Fuengirola, Málaga

2 Bed Apt For Sale in Golf Miraflores, Mijas Costa 224.000€

Very spacious 2 bed, 2 bathroom apartment with a large sunny terrace with southwest orientation and panoramic views.

Reduced from 275.000€ to 224.000€ for a fast sale. Ideal main residence or as a 2nd home with excellent rental potential.

Built: 96m²

Terrace: 41m²

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 2

Pool: Communal

Lovely Town House for Sale in Mijas Golf

Ref N°: PS285

249.000€

Spacious two-bedroom house in Puebla Aida. With superb communal facilities including infinity pool plus three other pools, very attractive gardens and walkways also an underground garage. Good size lounge/diner fully fitted kitchen, offered in excellent order.

Built: 130m²

Terrace: 20m²

Beds: 2

Baths: 1.5

Pool: Communal

Ref N°: PS211

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 2:01 pm Page 83

4 Bed Finca with Large Plot & Pool in Enterrios

990.000€

Rebuilt 25 years ago, now ready for upgrading. Constructed making the most of the fantastic views using reclaimed antique timbers and doors. Lovely Lounge/Diner, farmhouse style Kitchen, master bedroom with dressing room and bathroom, 3 further bedrooms and 3 shower rooms. Large grounds, balconies and terrace.

Built: 350m²

Plot: 18.500m²

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 4

Pool: Private

Ref N°: PS228

Cortijo above Estepona Needs Full Renovation 2.950.000€

Built in 1881 and still in same family, now on market for the first time ever. With enormous potential for a fantastic home, a commercial retreat or hotel etc. Just 3.5km north of Estepona with incredible views from San Pedro to Gibraltar and over to Morocco. On a plot of 30.000 m2. Main house 850m2, casita 90m2, chapel, bodiga, grain house, pool, stables, outdoor gym, numerous fruit trees etc.

Built: 1000m²

Plot: 30.000m²

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms: 2

Pool: Private

Ref N°: PS203

August 2019 Costa Link Magazine.qxp_Editorial Layout 24/07/19 2:01 pm Page 84

Unique Fires

Costa del Sol Market Leaders in

Real Flame Electric, Gas & Wood Burning Fires FOR CONTEMPORARY & MODERN SPANISH LIVING Unique fires also offer all types of outdoor heating and barbeque's

Tel: +34 951 277 443 Mob: +34 610 654 422 info@uniquefires.com www.uniquefires.com