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The Theme 12 Top 10 Animals in Danger of Extinction 30 Environmental Problems of the New Millennium 36 New Hope for Endangered Whales and Dolphins with CIRCE

The News 22 Films 24 Latest DVD Releases 26 Book Releases 28 CD Releases

The People 14 Leonardo DiCaprio, Eco Warrior 42 Celebrity Eco Activists 44 Jesús Recuero, Lifestyle Conservationist

The Trend 46 Cars: Electric Dreaming with the eRuf Greenster 48 Environmentally Friendly Gadgets 50 Environment

The Chic 54 Sustainable Development 64 Décor News: Decorhaus 66 Fashion: Top Designers from London Fashion Week 74 Fashion News

The Spa 78 Pain Therapy at the Hotel Gvadalpín Spa 80 Beauty News 82 Glasses That Suit You 84 How To Beat Anxiety 88 Health News

The Vibe 91 What’s Up and Who’s Who on the Local Social Scene

The Pro 98 Business Profile: Marbella For Sale 100 Enterprise

The Traveller 112 Nature’s Last Frontiers 118 Doñana National Park 124 Hotel Los Monteros 126 Santana Golf and Country Club

The Gourmet 131 Mumtaz 133 Rincón de Gvadalpín 134 Food News 136 Chef’s Profile: Tulio Zampieri of Casa Mono 138 Organic Wines 140 Listings

The Blog 151 Pet News 152 What’s On in November 154 Your Stars for the Month Ahead

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This is our first Eco edition since November 2007 and this time we also include Nature in our theme. What has changed since then? Well, not a lot actually! The powers that be are still permitting this planet’s resources to be squandered, allowing its self-healing propensity to be tested to the max. Rainforests and habitats of many species are being decimated to make space for an exponentially expanding population, creating more pollution than ever, particularly in the developing world.

But it’s not all doom and gloom, however, as what has changed is the consciousness level. The decision makers may not have caught on yet, but they will, for never before has there been such a mass desire for change. Ordinary people everywhere have had just about enough; they can see the disintegration of their world and the erratic climatic consequences and they want it to stop. They want a future for their children.

In this issue, you can read up on the biggest problems facing our world today, the 10 species most in danger of extinction and nature’s last frontiers. We profile Ecowarrior Leonardo DiCaprio and see what other celebrity eco activists are up to. And if you think electric cars are tasteless boxes, have a glimpse at what the future has to offer with the new Ruf Greenster.

Here in Spain, we visit one of this country’s last natural wildernesses, Doñana National Park, which some now claim is the site of the Lost City of Atlantis. We talk with the senior vet at Fuengirola’s Bioparc in charge of the captive breeding programmes of endangered species and we find out how Circe is protecting dolphins and whales in the Strait of Gibraltar. Construction, so often the cause of environmental problems, is getting a makeover – see why sustainable development is becoming all the rage on the property front, interior and exterior.

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Esta es la primera edición que dedicamos al medioambiente desde el año 2007 y también es la primera vez que la Naturaleza es nuestro tema del mes. ¿Qué ha cambiado desde entonces? ¡Muy poco! Los políticos aún están permitiendo que los recursos del planeta se desperdicien, y se sigue actuando como si el planeta pudiera sanarse por sí solo. Los bosques y el hábitat de varias especies se siguen dañando para crear espacio para una población que sigue expandiendo, particularmente en los países más pobres. Pero no todo es tan negativo, ya que mucho ha cambiado en la conciencia colectiva de la gente. Quizás aún no se hayan enterado los que tienen el poder, pero la gente desea un cambio más que nunca. Estamos asqueados; vemos nuestro mundo desintegrarse y el clima cambiar y queremos que el ritmo pare. Queremos un futuro para nuestros hijos.

En esta edición, podrás leer sobre los problemas medioambientales más importantes, y saber más sobre las 10 especies en mayor peligro de extinción o las últimas fronteras de la naturaleza. Hablamos sobre el guerrero ecológico, Leonardo DiCaprio y vemos lo que otros famosos están haciendo para salvar al planeta. Y los que piensan que los coches electrónicos son feos se lo replantearán con nuestro artículo sobre el nuevo Ruf Greenster.

Aquí en España, vemos uno de los lugares naturales más bonitos, el Parque Nacional de Doñana, que algunos dicen que es la ciudad perdida de la Atlántida. Hablamos con el veterinario jefe del Bioparc de Fuengirola, quien nos habla sobre los programas de crianza de especies en peligro de extinción. También vemos como la organización CIRCE está protegiendo a los delfines y a las ballenas en el estrecho de Gibraltar. El respeto por el medioambiente también ha llegado al gremio de la construcción, a través del desarrollo sostenible.

En nos importa el futuro. Imprimimos nuestras revistas sobre papel reciclable, y no utilizamos pulpa de madera ni clorina. Esperamos que vosotros también os animéis a comprometeros a mejorar la situación medioambiental.

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THETHEME environment

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of climate change, One of the latest e species in Arctic marin considered a keystone hi ukc Ch and g rin Be the ecosystems. Found in is population of 15,164 Seas, their estimated sed cau anan annual hum already threatened by animals, well over the 00 5,0 e som of mortality l rate of 607. Commercia calculated sustainable es trib s although indigenou harvesting is outlawed bers and, like the polar num all sm continue to kill g ing. Walruses use floatin bear, their world is shrink , and ves cal g sin nur and ice for resting, birthing ors. protection from predat

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Polar Bear

ate-induced iconic symbol of clim rs have become the bea ar pol s and all face tic’ ng Arc lini The st eight are dec subpopulations, at lea rent pace. cur the at habitat loss. Of the 19 ues ice shrinkage contin sea tic Arc if and 00 21 pm extinction by and gas develo ent eats from shipping, oil thr uce red find to g res atu rkin cre wo WWF is where these noble bear conflict in areas anhum of m ble pro the into oblivion. their icy habitat melts themselves stranded, as

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DiCaprio lives in the real world as well as acting in escapist movies, supporting many environmental causes through the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, established in 1998 with his mother as President. Working alongside such organisations as Global Green USA and the International Fund For Animal Welfare, efforts which won the Foundation the prestigious Martin Litton Environmental Warrior Award, DiCaprio has also funded several eco films including The 11th Hour, an award-winning feature-length documentary on the climate crisis which he co-wrote, produced and partly narrated. His ecowebsite, linked to his www.leonardodicaprio. org fan site, campaigns on everything from global warming to landfill and is currently promoting the World Wildlife Fund’s 2010 Save Tigers Now campaign, for which Leo flew to Nepal to meet with conservationists.

Among his many charitable acts, he opened the Leonardo DiCaprio Computer Center at a branch of the Los Angeles Public Library (coincidentally built on the site of his childhood home) and worked with orphans in Mozambique while filming Blood Diamond. At the 2007 Oscar ceremony, he appeared with Al Gore to announce new environmental practices at the Academy Awards, and presented the American leg of Live Earth that same year. He also donated $1million to Haiti earthquake victims and practices what

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he preaches, driving a hybrid Toyota Prius and installing solar panels at his homes in LA and Manhattan’s chic TriBeCa district. His next project is transforming an island he bought in Belize into an eco-friendly tourist resort.

His own awareness of the global warming process came early on. “I was a little biologist when I was younger,” he explains. “I watched documentaries on green course depletion and the loss of species and habitats around the world, and it affected me in a very hardcore emotional way so, later in life, I wanted to continue that path.

There used to be a certain stigma attached to environmentalists as tree hugging granola eaters but this has become a worldwide movement that crosses cultural and religious boundaries. How can you argue with wanting cleaner air, cleaner water? These are fundamental human rights issues and it’s an exciting movement to be a part of. It’s certainly the movement of my generation, and the next, because it’s so universal.”

He is just as committed to his career. His latest films, Shutter Island and Inception, were critical and box office hits. For his next, he will assume the mantle of a former US President in Clint Eastwood’s Hoover and projects pending include a biopic on Frank Sinatra, to be directed by Martin Scorsese.

He also has his own production company, Appian Way. The former teen idol who turns 36 this month has matured into a well-adjusted leading man with a diverse CV who can have his pick of roles.

“Probably the only thing I knew with complete clarity was that I wanted to be an actor. But there was a lot of rejection early on, and so always an element of me that needed to prove something to myself. It’s something I don’t want to get rid of because it’s what drives me.”

That drive has much to do with his background,

growing up in poverty and having to fight for anything he got but despite this, and being an only child whose parents separated before he could talk, he never fails to mention how supportive and loving his family has always been.

His mother Irmelin (of German descent) and half-Italian father George, a comic book artist, lead a quasi-hippy lifestyle, choosing Leonardo’s name while travelling in Italy during Irmelin’s pregnancy.

“My mom felt me kicking while they were looking at a Leonardo da Vinci painting in the Uffizi gallery in Florence and they took it as a message,” laughs Leonardo. But their attempts to give Leo a settled home life didn’t work for these free spirits.

He was, however, interested in the performing arts and was given every encouragement by his family. “The earliest memories I have are jumping up on stage before concerts in downtown LA and trying to get on the mic and break-dance, do imitations of my mother’s and father’s friends or be a comic in class. I was the most insane child you can imagine, all high-octane energy, never focused on schoolwork and pretty intolerable to be around.“ From TV commercials, bit parts and a screen debut in the unremarkable sci-fi comedy, Critters 3, he landed a plum role opposite Robert De Niro in This Boy’s Life and, although he still cringes at the memory of the audition which he thought he’d flunked, de Niro liked him and he was on his way.

His next role as Johnny Depp’s mentally handicapped brother in What’s Eating Gilbert Grape? won him a Best Supporting Actor Oscar nomination and he used his new-found recognition to take on a variety of roles: a young gunslinger in The Quick and the Dead, a heroin-addicted youth in The Basketball Diaries and Romeo in Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet. Then came

He’s won nearly as many awards for his environmental work as he has as an actor and proved that he’s more than just a pretty face. Belinda Beckett profiles A-list actor and green campaigner, Leonardo DiCaprio.

Titanic, a role DiCaprio originally turned down, and media attention for which the 23-year-old was quite unprepared.

“It wasn’t the era of penetrating Internet paparazzi that we have now but my name wasn’t me anymore,” he says. “Kate (Winslet) felt it, too.

But a lot of the attention was on me because of the teenage girls who repeatedly went to see the movie.

I had the blond hair and I was Jack Dawson, this heroic figure. So I set up everything in my personal life to rebel against that image and strip it down.

I had a lot of fun doing so but, ultimately, that knocked me a few rungs down the ladder.”

He spent the next few years developing his environmental interests and shooting the occasional movie (The Man in the Iron Mask, The Beach) returning strongly in 2002’s Catch Me if You Can and Gangs of New York, the start of many collaborations with director Martin Scorsese which he followed up with The Aviator (winning a Golden Globe), Blood Diamond, The Departed and reuniting with Winslet in Revolutionary Road, directed by her then husband, Sam Mendes. Of the famous nude scene he says: “Kate is one of my dearest friends.

We have the ultimate trust in each other and the best of intentions for what we want to do.”

DiCaprio’s own romantic relationships and penchant for supermodels have been widely publicised, including his on-off relationship with Israeli model Bar Rafaeli. Although a private person, maintaining the semblance of a normal life is essential for his sanity. “I take my work very

seriously so my vice is to hang out with my friends, talk about absolutely nothing of importance and act like a complete idiot because I’ve got to filter out a lot of the serious stuff I’m dealing with all the time. It’s like therapy.”

He has said, however, that he would like to be a father. “That said, I don’t need to have children to play a father in the movies. This feeling is in me, I understand it completely but I still have time to become a dad, and I’ve no desire to rush.

I’ve taken a lot of things seriously, maybe too seriously at times, so I’m going to make sure that whatever I do next is really right for me. And we’ll see where that takes me.” n

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THENEWS FILM REVIEWS

REPORT marisa cutillas

Chloe [Genre] Thriller [Director] Atom Egoyan (Where The Truth Lies) [Actors] Julianne Moore, Liam Neeson, Amanda Seyfried Catherine (Juliane Moore) is a successful doctor who begins to suspect that her husband David (Liam Neeson) is cheating on her. She decides to hire a beautiful young call girl called Chloe (Amanda Seyfried) to attempt to seduce her husband, thus putting his fidelity to the test. When David falls into the trap, Catherine finds that she is filled with a mixture of jealousy and hitherto hidden desire. Trapped in a web of passion and juxtaposed feelings, Catherine discovers that her whole family is implicated in Chloe’s dangerous game of seduction.

The Way (Bobby) [Genre] Drama [Director] Emilio Estevez [Actors] Martin Sheen, Emilio Estevez

The Other Guys

Tom Avery (Martin Sheen) is a renowned ophthalmologist living in California who receives a call one day from France, telling him that his son Daniel (Emilio Estevez) has died during a winter storm in the Pyrenees. Despite having had a poor relationship with his son, Tom is desolate and decides to fly to France to recover his body. There, he discovers that Daniel was starting to walk the Camino de Santiago pilgrim trail and Tom decides to complete it for him. As he meets and talks to people from all walks of life from around the world, he is forced to ask himself uncomfortable questions that will lead him to wonder whether he is still in time to make the changes he needs to live a life of substance.

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[Genre] Comedy [Director] Adam McKay (Step Brothers) [Actors] Mark Wahlberg, Will Ferrell, Dwayne Johnson, Samuel L. Jackson Detectives Chris Danson (Dwayne Johnson) and P.K. Highsmith (Samuel L. Jackson) are cooler than cool, badder than bad. They are the toughest and most admired duo in the city. At police headquarters, they often run into another pair of cops: Allen Gamble (Will Ferrell) and Terry Hoitz (Mark Wahlberg), who are so non-descript they are simply referred to as ‘the other guys’ at work. But every dog will have his day and soon, Allen and Terry accept a case nobody else wants, but which turns out to involve some of the biggest criminals in the city. It’s the chance of a lifetime, but the question remains… have they got what it takes?

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THENEWS DVD RELEASES

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Personal Effects [Genre] Drama/Romance [Director] David Hollander (Heartland) [Actors] Michelle Pfeiffer, Ashton Kutcher, Kathy Bates [Tagline] The space between loss and love.

Walter (Ashton Kutcher), a 24-year-old NCAA wrestler, leaves his team in Iowa and returns to his hometown to provide moral support for his mother, Gloria (Kathy Bates), following the murder of his twin sister Annie. One evening, Walter accompanies his mother to a group therapy session and meets beautiful widow Linda (Michelle Pfeiffer), whose husband has been assassinated by a good friend.

Linda has a deaf son called Clay who longs for his father and has suffered from terrible depression following the loss. Linda and Walter begin to get close while rehearsing for a charity performance and Walter invites Clay to join the local wrestling team. Linda and Walter begin to realise that they are falling in love.

The Expendables [Genre] Action [Director] Sylvester Stallone (Rambo) [Actors] Sylvester Stallone, Jet Li, Jason Statham, Dolph Lundgren, Eric Roberts If straight up, no-holds-barred action films are your scene, don’t miss out on The Expendables, the latest gem from actor, producer, writer and director Sylvester Stallone. A sort-of tribute to the great action heroes of Hollywood, The Expendables tells the tale of Barney Ross (Sylvester Stallone), who leads a group of ‘good guy’ mercenaries whom we first meet as they infiltrate a freight barge to rescue hostages from a group of pirates. Their next mission is the most difficult of all: they must head to a little island controlled by an ex-CIA agent (Eric Roberts) who runs a lucrative drug operation. In the midst of a whole lot of gun blazing, macho fighting and testosterone raging, we relish reacquainting ourselves with retro greats like Bruce Willis and Arnold Schwarzenegger in cameo roles. The film may be a bit clichéd but its box office success in the US is proof that when it comes to tough guys, Hollywood doesn’t make them like it did in the 1980s.

Killers [Genre] Romantic Comedy [Director] Robert Luketic (Legally Blonde) [Actors] Ashton Kutcher, Katherine Heigl [Tagline] One day is enough for you!

Spencer (Ashton Kutcher) is a secret agent with a license to kill, who decides to quit his job and have a normal life when he meets and marries the woman of his dreams (Katherine Heigl). The young couple’s happiness is short-lived, however, when it becomes patent that someone is trying to kill Spencer. It could be anyone: his former colleagues, former enemies, other spies… and Spencer has no choice but to turn to his wife for help, in an effort to save his life and his marriage.

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THENEWS BOOK REVIEWS

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Waste: Uncovering the Global Food Scandal by Tristram Stuart A jaw-dropping investigation into the scandalous food waste in the West, while others starve. Stuart reveals that European and American food manufacturers, supermarkets and consumers throw away 30-50 per cent of their food supply. Waste also occurs because of inadequate harvesting and farming techniques. This thoughtprovoking study vividly illuminates the problem while suggesting workable solutions for achieving a significant reduction in global food waste and, with it, global hunger. Guaranteed to make every consumer peer guiltily into their fridge.

Eaarth: Making a Life on a Tough New Planet by Bill McKibben One of the first to sound global warming alarm bells 20 years ago in The End of Nature, now this leading environmental writer comes to the devastating conclusion that the world, as we’ve known it for millennia, has already ended. It’s melting, drying, acidifying, flooding and burning in ways that no human has ever seen and, in short, we’ve created a new planet which he calls Eaarth. McKibben pulls no punches but his dry wit and pragmatic optimism refuse to yield to despair as he suggests that fundamental change is our only chance of survival.

101 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint by Andrea Bohmholdt Everyone trots out the ‘carbon footprint’ phrase but not everyone understands how to go about reducing it on a personal level. No longer, thanks to this at-a-glance guide to ways in which we can all consume less energy and conserve the environment, delivered as 101 creative tips. Reducing heat by one or two degrees, unplugging mobile phones when they are finished charging and completing weekly shopping goals in a single excursion are simple solutions that could make a global difference.

ECO READING

Our Choice: A Plan to Solve the Climate Crisis

by Al Gore Nobel laureate Gore has made the climate crisis his life’s work, indeed he is donating all profits from this latest book to the Alliance for Climate Protection.

But instead of the gloom and doom of An Inconvenient Truth (2006), now he turns to solutions with a veritable catalogue of ideas for a better world, dealing with everything from pollution to dwindling energy resources. His resonant explanations are accompanied by clear supporting diagrams and striking photographs from around the world, documenting one of the greatest threats our species has encountered with wisdom and faith in human empowerment.

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Em ual ivid and ind ist g log bio s with 100 or fewer livin A fascinating book by this s ically endangered specie per crit ree to eyc rs hon refe ian title wai the Ha 100 heartbeats of save them. Discover how and Chinese and the global efforts to how California condors s; cie Cor win delves into why, spe n alie by ned ate thre phants and are ele ds m toa doo d e ste trad cre and Puerto Rican illegal hunting for the pet how and on; ls is the luti ma pol ani habitat e of saving endangered alligators contend with the only species capabl t tha des clu con win many primates. Cor – man. trouble in the first place one that got them into

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THENEWS MUSIC REVIEWS

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Nikki Yanofsky – Nikki Nikki Yanofsky is just 16 years old. Still, this young Canadian talent’s voice is one of the most famous of the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. She sings I Believe – the song that’s become the official anthem for the Games. Her new album is a revelation. A voice that is smooth as silk and has a range that would suggest that Nikki will become an international jazz star in her own right, very soon.

Nikki recorded the Ella Fitzgerald classic, Airmail Special, for Verve Records in June 2007 on the album We All Love Ella: Celebrating the First Lady of Song. This track made Nikki the youngest singer ever to record for Verve! She then recorded Gotta Go My Own Way in English and French for Walt Disney’s smash hit High School Musical 2. The track was included as bonus material on the worldwide release of the Blu-ray, DVD and Soundtrack CD so she is known to audiences right across the demographic range. She has already collaborated with Herbie Hancock and Will.i.am from The Black Eyed Peas to record a crossover version of the swing era hit, Stompin’ at the Savoy. Opening this album with the jazz standard Take the A Train, her evident jazz style is instantly established but, as we go into the tracks, we discover her extensive range both in vocal and genres. Never on Time puts out a funky back beat tempered with pop style vocals and raw energy. And, although many have recorded Somewhere Over the Rainbow, Nikki gives it her interpretation with a simple yet evocative piano accompaniment. Then there’s the smooth, laid-back I Got Rhythm, the very folksy For Another Day and the energy that just flies out of the speakers on God Bless the Child.

Jamie Cullum – The Pursuit Although this new set from the Top Jazz musician in the UK has been around for a couple of months, I wanted to include it in this month’s review as Cullum has recently played a concert at the PROMS this summer. He wowed the audience and got nearly the highest viewing figure for a PROMS concert outside Last Night and the Dr Who concert a week earlier, so worthy of praise. The opening track in this instance is the jazz classic, Just One of Those Things. Jamie seems to have the arranging skill to completely re-invent any classic he does. Remember his Singing in the Rain from a few years ago?

In that, he completely transforms the arrangement and, as a jazzman, puts his very personal stamp on the result. A superb jazz pianist, the bulk of this album contains his highly developed ability over a range of musical genres, from the Cole Porter track at the beginning to the ´house´ sound on the final track. There’s his sweet interpretation of If I ruled the World and then he completely wrong foots you with his recent single, Wheels. Ballads, where the syncopating middle eights are his own to play with.

Allan Tee presents the Music Review show every Saturday at 11am on Talk Radio Europe. 91.9 FM. www.talkradioeurope.com

Phil Collins – Going Back He has not produced any new material in over eight years, then comes along with a collection of Tamla and Soul classics in an album with a title that says it all: 18 tracks of superbly reconstructed classics by one of that era’s most high profile devotees. The album is packed with such hits as Girl, Uptight (everything is alright) and, if you listen to the opening, you will suspend belief as to how accurate the recording is if played alongside the original. Also, Papa Was a Rolling Stone, Heatwave and, my favourite, Going to a Go Go. Yes, Collins has most obviously enjoyed himself on this one.

He is no stranger to covering such material from the 60s but this collection has been given an extra dimension. He has remained faithful to the original arrangements, blending vocals and production effects and, most important, conserved their energy. To do this with digital technology requires great skill.

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1 Climate Change

Boundary: Atmospheric CO2 350 parts per million by volume Current level: 391 ppm Status: Red alert Tipping points: Atmospheric carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas, has shot through the roof since the pre-industrial level of 280 ppm, transcending the safety boundary. The loss of carbon sinks through ongoing destruction of the world´s rainforests at the rate of two football-pitch-sized areas per second has already caused planetary mayhem. Shifting weather patterns are threatening food production through increased unpredictability of rainfall; rising sea levels are contaminating coastal freshwater reserves and increasing the risk of catastrophic flooding; the probably irreversible loss of polar ice sheets is sounding the death knell of species and ecosystems; and a warming atmosphere is aiding the Pole-ward spread of pests and diseases once limited to the tropics.

Solutions: Under the Kyoto Protocol, the EU and 39 other industrialised countries committed to reducing greenhouse gases. However the treaty ends in 2012 and no binding successor has yet been ratified.

nce upon a time the world seemed unimaginably vast and beautiful.

Humans could pollute freely, avoiding any local repercussions simply by moving on. We built entire empires on our ability to exploit seemingly inexhaustible riches, never realising that the privilege might come to an end. This balmy springtime for humanity, dictated by the forces of nature, was known as the Holocene Era. However since 1800, the global population has surged from one billion to nearly seven, world consumption of food and fresh water has more than tripled in the last 50 years and fossil fuel use has risen fourfold. We are now entering the Anthropocene Era, where human activity has created a new geophysical force. As New Scientist magazine reported earlier this year, “We have grabbed the controls of spaceship Earth but in our reckless desire to ‘boldly go’, we may have forgotten the importance of maintaining its life-support systems.” Next stop, the Moon?

Earlier this year, in a groundbreaking new study lead by the Stockholm Environment Institute, a team of 28 eminent scientists identified nine planetary life support systems vital for our survival and calculated a set of boundaries which, if all were crossed, could cause such environmental catastrophe that Earth would become uninhabitable. “The Earth of the last 10,000 years has been more recognisable than the Earth we may have 100 years

from now,” says Jon Foley, Director of the University of Minnesota’s Environment Institute and one of the study’s lead authors. “It won’t be Mars but it won’t be the Earth that you and I know. This is the single most defining problem of our time.”

Hailed as the most ambitious assessment of planetary health to date, the scientists quantified how far we have pushed the nine planetary boundaries already and how much further we can go without threatening our own survival. They came to the grim conclusion that three of those safety limits, relating to climate change, biological diversity and nitrogen pollution, have already been exceeded.

Although the boundaries proposed in the study are only rough first estimates, they provide new ways to look at Earth’s most pressing environmental problems and prioritise. In other words, they could buy us time to act. Society is already tackling some of these issues but only in a piecemeal way, yet all nine boundaries are inextricably linked; cross one and the rest could be affected, collapsing the environment’s delicate balance like a house of cards. For example, increasing oceanic acidification from excess atmospheric CO2 is harming many bio-productive coral species and is both a form of chemical pollution and the prime driver of climate change.

Here we take a look at those nine boundaries to discover where we are now and how close we are coming to the edge of the abyss.

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Boundary: Not yet identified Atmospheric aerosols are made up from particulates and gases and we have more than doubled their global concentration since pre-industrial times through churning up the earth and burning coal, forests and crop waste which fills the atmosphere with soot and sulphates. Some of these particles act like greenhouse gases to warm the planet and accelerate climate change. The near-permanent brown haze across southern and eastern Asia has been found to influence both the timing and positioning of the monsoon. Aerosols also reduce crop yields and affect human health, contributing to 800,000 premature deaths worldwide each year from lung and heart disease.

Solutions: Satellites have been quantifying atmospheric aerosol loading since the late 1970s, with much improved accuracy, however prevention rather than cure is the way forward.

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Ever since man could read and write, soothsayers and astrologists have been proclaiming that the end of the world is nigh. Now new scientific evidence suggests that our planet, as we know it, is indeed coming to an end. Belinda Beckett reports.

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3 Freshwater depletion Boundary: Global annual consumption, 4,000 cubic kilometres Current level: 2,600 cubic kilometres Status: Critical in some countries. By 2050 half a billion people are likely to have moved into the water-stressed category.

Only five per cent of the earth’s water is potable and, with most of that locked in polar ice or underground, only 0.1 per cent is available in rivers, lakes, and streams. Major freshwater guzzlers are agriculture (70 per cent), industry (20 per cent) and domestic use (10 per cent) and our consumption is rising. As a result, many large rivers have diminished flows and some are drying up altogether. Iconic examples include the Colorado River which no longer reaches the ocean, and the Aral Sea in Central Asia, now largely desert.

Solutions: At Earth Summit 2002, governments approved a Plan of Action to halve by 2015 the proportion of people unable to reach or afford safe drinking water. However, desalination and water treatment plants, once seen as the great hope, are costly and require massive energy use.

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4 Nitrogen and phosphor

Boundaries: Nitrogen converted from the atmosphere, 35 million tonnes annually; phosphorus deposited into the oceans, 11 million tonnes annually. Current levels: 121 million tonnes and 9 million tonnes respectively. Status: Red alert in terms of nitrogen levels Tipping points: Human activities now convert more nitrogen from the atmosphere into reactive forms than all of Earth´s terrestrial processes combined, leading to the depletion of oxygen levels in water, climate change and the loss of ecosystems. A concrete example is the decline in the shrimp catch in the Gulf of Mexico due to hypoxic ‘dead zones’ caused by fertilizer run-off into rivers from the US Midwest. Extensive spreading of manure and synthetic fertilizers with a high nitrogen and phosphorous content is the big culprit as only a relatively small proportion is taken up by food crops. The excess is emitted to the atmosphere or accumulates on land and is washed by rain into waterways and coastal zones.

Solutions: Laws regulating the discharge and treatment of sewage have led to dramatic improvements but a policy regulating agricultural use of fertilizer and animal waste must be imposed, along with new practices that increase food production without harming the environment.

5 Biodiversity loss Boundary: Annual species extinction 10 per million annually Current level: At least 100 per million annually Status: Red alert Tipping points: The planet has not seen such a spasm of extinction in 65 million years, since the dinosaurs disappeared. An estimated 90 per cent of the large predator fish are gone, 75 per cent of marine fisheries are now overfished or fished to capacity, 20 per cent of corals are gone and another 20 per cent severely threatened. It has been predicted that 10 per cent of all natural animal and plant species will be extinct by 2050. Land development, resulting in loss of habitat, is a major cause, along with pollution, over-harvesting and the introduction of invasive species.

Solutions: Initiatives such as the U.N.’s Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation programme, which develops funding to slow the clearing of tropical forests, can simultaneously address biodiversity decline and carbon emissions and could be very effective.

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6 Ocean acidification Boundary: Global average aragonite saturation ratio no lower than 2.75:1 Current level: 2.90:1.

Status: Critical. It is predicted that some oceans will cross the threshold by mid-century.

Tipping points: Known as ‘global warming’s evil twin’, since pre-industrial times surface ocean acidity has increased by 30 per cent, a rate at least 100 times faster than at any other time in the last 20 million years. Around a quarter of the CO2 we produce in the atmosphere is absorbed by the oceans where it forms carbonic acid, decreasing the pH of the surface water. Increased acidity reduces the amount of available aragonite, an essential building block used for shell and skeleton formation in corals and some shellfish and plankton species. This is already changing ocean ecology and could lead to drastic reductions in fish stocks.

Solutions: America, Britain and a number of European countries are funding on-going studies to discover to what extent reduced CO2 emissions will mitigate the problem, or whether more drastic action is needed.

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Boundary: No more than 15 per cent of ice-free land to be used for crops Current level: 12 per cent. Status: Critical. Boundary could be reached by 2050.

Many of the planetary limits, notably climate change and biodiversity loss, are compromised by the relentless expansion of man on earth. We already commandeer 35 per cent of the Earth’s surface for crops and pastures which, together with tropical rainforest depletion and urban sprawl, are taking their toll in terms of soil erosion, salinisation, desertification and water flow. Land use change is also a major anthropogenic sources of carbon dioxide.

Solutions: Although land use is being studied as part of the global initiative to halt climate change, serious investment is needed in revolutionary agricultural practices that would encourage more efficient use of land.

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Boundary: Not yet identified Over 50,000 people are killed annually by air pollution in the US alone. Toxic by-products and heavy metals such as chromium and cadmium, found in rechargeable batteries, and lead, found in lead paint and aviation fuel, are being emitted into the atmosphere, deposited as landfill and dumped into the oceans.

More than 100,000 different chemicals are in use, 1,500 new substances are invented every year and there is insufficient data to know all the risks when they are mixed together. Organism uptake and accumulation of chemicals to sublethal levels has already affected marine mammal and bird populations while, in humans, cancers, birth defects, neurological disorders and reduced fertility are among the dangers we know of.

Solutions: Although Star Wars technologies for the elimination of industrial and domestic wastes are being developed, safe boundaries are still difficult to quantify while developing countries using most chemicals are least well-placed, financially, to address such complex challenges.

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Boundary: Average concentration of stratospheric ozone no lower than 276 Dobson units Current level: 283 Dobson units and rising.

Status: Within safe limits The appearance of the Antarctic ozone hole was a wake-up call to the world as the first evidence that human activities were changing the global environment. For every one per cent of ozone layer depleted, two per cent more UV-B from the sun reaches earth, wreaking havoc on human health and ecosystems, as the melting of the ice caps has shown. CFCs (chlorofluorocarbons) used in aerosols, refrigerators, home insulation, plastic foam and throw-away food containers were found to be major culprits. However because of their long atmospheric lifetime it is estimated that 60 million Americans born by the year 2075 will get skin cancer because of ozone depletion.

Solutions: Thanks to global action to phase out production of ozonedepleting substances, ratified by the Montreal Protocol, we appear to be on the path that will allow us to stay within this boundary.

Some scientists believe we should be introducing other boundaries, particularly regarding the overriding cause of these problems: overpopulation.

We now live in a ‘full’ world, with limited resources and capacity to absorb waste. The rules for living in such a different world must also change, a premise put forward in the controversial new book, Eaarth: Making a Life on a Tough New Planet by leading US environmentalist Bill McKibben. McKibben states that because of our actions, we now live in a fundamentally different world (hence the spelling, ‘Eaarth’), where society can safeguard its future only by switching from reckless economic growth to smart maintenance of wealth and resources. “This celestial body can no longer support the economic growth model that has driven society for 200 years,” he writes.

“We’re stuck between a played-out rock and a hot place and it’s time to think with special clarity about the future. On our new planet, growth may be the one big habit we finally must break.”It’s either that or perhaps we’d all better decamp to the Moon. n

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THETHEME WHALES

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Whales in the Mediterranean Photography Courtesy of CIRCE-David Alarcón

CIRCE (Conservación Información y Estudio Sobre los Cetáceos) recently announced the injection of €100.000 into its conservation fund. Marisa Cutillas chats with CIRCE’s communications officer, David Alarcón, and finds out about the non-profit association and its plans to save endangered whales and dolphins in the Mediterranean Sea.

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The first step towards conservation of cetaceans is to know the area they move through,” says David Alarcón, journalist and communications officer for Algecirasbased cetacean research and conservation association, CIRCE. The Strait of Gibraltar and its surrounding waters may be a paradise for whale and dolphin watchers but they are still in peril, owing to the fast moving ships and ferries that regularly cross waters that were once a safe home.

The Ministry of the Environment took its first steps towards improving the perilous situation of cetaceans with a decree published in 2007.

The Real Decreto de Protección de Cetáceos defines minimum distances boats and persons must keep from cetaceans, forbidding specific actions such as throwing food or drink into the water, feeding the animals, impeding their free movement, intercepting their path, separating a group (especially a mother from her progeny), making loud noises or swimming and diving within a prescribed zone. All well and good but what do we say to ferry and boat owners who claim not to have seen the animals when speeding through the Mediterranean? Clearly, leaving it all up to visual ability is insufficient.

This is where CIRCE comes in, carrying out extensive tests to determine the preferred routes of dolphins and whales in the Mediterranean.

Once these routes are determined, it is easy to request that they be respected and avoided.

Determining a cetacean’s ‘zone’ is a big and costly challenge. It is done in many ways, even from land. David explains, “With the help of a theodolite (a precision instrument used by engineers and surveyors to measure angles in

horizontal and vertical planes) we track the route and velocity of the animals, which we can mark on a map. We then advise ships and boats not to pass through a determined area.” Activities such as these take a lot of time, and are made possible to a large extent through CIRCE’s volunteer programme, in which biologists and marine scientists from both Spain and other countries invest their time, skill and effort in a very worthy cause.

Interestingly, the difficulty of determining ‘zones’ varies from species to species. David explains, “Fin whales are easier to track because, when they migrate in June and July, they move at a constant velocity so we can more easily predict where they will come up to breathe.” Sperm Whales are much harder to track, owing to their unique feeding pattern.

They descend to a depth of 1,000 metres to feed (fresh squid is their favourite dish) and, after around half an hour, they rise to the surface where they hyperventilate for five to 10 minutes to regulate the oxygen in their bodies. A fast-moving vessel evidently cannot predict when a sperm whale is ready to rise to the surface, which is why so many nasty collisions ensue. To avoid these ‘accidents’, CIRCE has a number of recommendations, as David details: “If you’re on a boat and you sight these mammals, do not go after them at high speed. Do not get closer than 50 metres from them. The best thing is to just shut off the engines and enjoy the experience. We also ask sport fishermen to keep as far away from the cetaceans as they can and to haul in their lines if dolphins are approaching.” Fishing lines are one of the main causes of the many cuts

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and lacerations found on the fins of dolphins inhabiting the Strait, clearly visible if you’ve ever taken a whale- and dolphin-watching tour. But without a doubt, one of the biggest causes of injury for the cetaceans are collisions with boats and ferries travelling at high speed. Sadly, these ships are not forced to respect a maximum speed limit. Explains David, “Currently, there is a recommendation from the Ministry of Public Works advising ships not to circulate in these areas at over 13 knots.” The recommendation, unfortunately, is not obligatory.”

Things are looking up for the cetaceans, however, with CIRCE recently announcing the approval of a €100.000 budget for conservation activities, supported by the Ministry of the Environment and the Biodiversity Foundation.

The funds will be spent on studying the migratory routes of the Fin, Pilot and Sperm whales through the Mediterranean and Atlantic over an entire year. “This is a shared project which we will carry out with the Estación Biológica de Doñana. We’ll be investigating cetaceans in the Alboran sea, the Spanish Mediterranean, the Strait of Gibraltar and the Gulf of Cádiz”, says David.

A big part of the project will involve tagging the whales with satellite markers in an effort to pin down their precise routes and determine the zones in which they most need protection. It may sound simple but it is actually quite a complex and expensive procedure. Scientists tag the whales’ dorsal fins (so as not to cause any harm) with a special apparatus and either get it right or risk the expensive satellite equipment sinking to the bottom of the sea. “The

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chip lasts for about six months, after which it falls off”, David explains, adding, “These chips will enable us to establish important conservation plans, since never before did we know the routes of these species with exactitude.” Fin Whales only pass through the waters of the Strait, while Sperm Whales stay for four to six months. After that we don’t know much about where they go. We think they head for the sea of Liguria, between France and Italy, but we don’t know if they also pass through the Canary Islands, the Atlantic or further into the Mediterranean.” The satellite markers will, thankfully, make intuitive predictions a thing of the past.

In addition, another important study will be carried out by scientists at the Estación Biológica de Doñana who will be obtaining and studying stable isotopes obtained from Fin Whales in the Bay of Algeciras. Stable isotopes indicate distinct food web markers, showing where a whale has been as far back as the previous 30 years. Genetic analyses will also be carried out on Fin Whales in the North Atlantic and the Mediterranean, and scientists will continue to establish guidelines that reduce the risk of collision between ships and cetaceans.

In the meantime, there is plenty that can be done on an individual basis. “One measure we would love to see effected is for there to be an observer aboard every ship, particularly fast ferries, looking out for Sperm Whales. This observer would be responsible for advising the captain, who could easily change his course by one or two degrees and thereby avoid collision”, states David.

CIRCE’s new projects may be keeping its staff happily employed but there is a lot of day-to-day

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business to occupy them too. CIRCE is divided into four different departments: Research, Education, Communication and Human Resources & Accounting. Its volunteer programmes receive help from researchers from countries as far afield as Canada, the United States and Mexico and regularly work with fishermen, whale watching tour operators, students, port authorities and big companies in the Campo de Gibraltar. One of CIRCE’s most important activities is promoting awareness through educational campaigns (talks at schools or to interested groups), the publication of educational material for both adults and children and the production of fun material such as DVDs and interactive games.

CIRCE’s non-aggressive stance goes a long way towards achieving its ultimate aim, which is to save the cetaceans. As David says, “We do not believe in repression but, rather, in teaching people how to best enjoy these beautiful animals without hurting them.” Knowledge is, indeed, the first step towards blissful co-existence. n

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Hayden Panettiere is just 21 and she is a shining example to her fellow youth, whom she urges to get involved in environmental projects. When she turned 18, instead of celebrating the event by partying and getting drunk the way so many young stars do here in L.A., she spent her day registering to vote with Declare Yourself, a campaign encouraging young adults to use their political power. The Heroes star spends most of her free time being somewhat of a heroine herself, speaking at Greenpeace events, auctioning personal items to raise funds for SaveTheWhalesAgain.com or fighting against teen pregnancy with the Candie’s Foundation. One of Hayden’s most emotional experiences was her trip to Taiji in Japan where she joined surfers from Australia and the USA to stop local fishermen from hunting down dolphins.

She is also a spokesperson for Save The Whales Again, stating, “Japan is cruelly and needlessly butchering over 20,000 dolphins and other small cetaceans every year. There is no humane way to kill a dolphin or whale and scientific research shows that dolphin and whale meat is unhealthy for human consumption.”

This Aussie babe is the living image of natural beauty and has proven that motherhood, celebrity and commitment to good causes are all possible when time is managed well. Her theatre, the Sydney Theatre Company, is one of the greenest in existence, featuring almost 2,000 solar panels that generate enough energy to heat 90 homes for an entire year. The theatre is home to the second largest capacity rooftop solar energy system in Australia.

The attractive Hulk star has long been involved in worthwhile causes of all nature but his passion for eco concerns is particularly strong. It runs in the family, it seems, with his father having founded China’s first large-scale conservation movement. Edward founded BP Solar Neighbors in 2003, an organisation that encourages celebrities to buy BP Solar panels and help low income families. Every time a celebrity joins his programme, one solar system is donated to a low income family in California, thereby ensuring that everyone, rich or poor, can live in an environmentally friendly manner.

Not only is Orlando super gorgeous (I actually think he is much better looking in person), he is also firmly committed to the Global Cool initiative. This project involves taking little steps in our daily life to reduce global warming, and involves turning off your gadgets when you’re not using them (including televisions, phone chargers, etc). Orlando has made his fear of global warming known, warning the public about the increase in heat waves, air pollution and infectious diseases. He also practices what he preaches, since he uses solar technology in his London home and regularly donates money for the planting of trees. While shooting Pirates of the Caribbean, the hunky star sought to take in evidence of global warming in person, travelling to Antarctica to view the icebergs which, he said, “were like dinosaurs… a dying breed.”

Where does this talented actor find the time to be father to a brood of little children, husband to Angelina Jolie, supporter of a host of causes, including poverty in Africa, and a champion of environmental causes too? Brad is living proof that you CAN have (and give) it all, and has recently put heart and soul into the Make It Right initiative, which involves the re-building of an area in New Orleans devastated by Hurricane Katrina. Brad put his money where his mouth is, donating $5 million to the project and campaigning heavily for donations from other sources. He said, “I’m asking for foundations, for high net-worth individuals, for church groups, for corporations to come in and adopt a house.” n

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t night, when even the most inveterate night owls are in bed and the streets of Fuengirola fall silent, you can sometimes hear the guttural roar of a Sumatran tiger.

It’s surreal to imagine that 1,400 animals representing 130 species co-exist in a compact but beautifully formed reserve in the heart of this busy tourist town.

Every year, thousands of families flock to snap pictures of pygmy hippos, gawp at gorillas and compare the meerkats but this is no ordinary zoo.

From its 2001 opening by Rainforest SL, which also runs a sister park in Valencia, it was intended to house species whose reproduction is of vital importance, in cageless spaces where vegetation recreating their natural habitats is the only barrier. Through its captive breeding programme, 560 animals have been born here including the critically endangered Sumatran Tiger, of which only 250 remain in the wild. It is also the only park in Europe to have successfully bred the Malayan False Gavial, a crocodilian reptile on the threatened list.

One man who can feel proud to have had a hand in all this fecundity is head vet, Jesús Recuero, who has witnessed many happy events, and some sad ones, since he joined the team in 2006. “What makes this job so satisfying, and sometimes harrowing, is that I’ve have come to know each individual animal as, even among the same species, they have `personalities’,” he says. “I’m like an expectant parent at every birth which, depending on the outcome, engenders great joy or a deep sense of loss.”

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A vivid example was the pregnancies of the park’s Borneo orangutans, Bima and Mukha, in 2006. Bima’s baby was born first and she cuddled it constantly, never letting her keepers near. “At first we didn’t think it so unusual as Bima was very timid but after four days of trying to examine the baby we discovered that it was dead, and Bima died shortly afterwards,” Jesús recalls. A subsequent autopsy revealed that a piece of placenta blocking her uterus had caused a fatal thrombosis and would have prevented her from suckling her baby. It was some compensation for that sadness when Mukha gave birth, a few weeks later. “Mukha is much more extrovert and she couldn’t wait to show everyone baby Banggi, now a mischievous toddler!” says Jesús.

Knowing when to leave things to nature (preferable) and when to intervene is always a tough call and the park doesn’t always get it right. Jesús tried both approaches with their rare Sri Lankan leopard but two of her cubs died. This timid species is notoriously difficult to breed and it didn’t help that, at first, the park’s resident male didn’t seem to have the first clue of how to go about it. Jesús took no chances with the next pregnancy, monitoring it every step of the way to a happy ending.

The next challenge is to breed from a trio of Malayan tapirs. The only surviving tapirs in Asia, now threatened with extinction, they are larger and more aggressive than their South American cousins so even taking their temperature can be problematic. Jesús has overcome that hurdle. He has discovered that gently brushing their sweet spot (which apparently differs from tapir to tapir) reduces them to a state of such ecstasy that they are putty in his hands! He is now devising new systems for health checking other species

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without the need for general anaesthetic.

Primates can be trained to put their arms out to hit a target while he takes a sneaky blood sample.

Not all animals are required for breeding.

Chimps are often put on the pill while Nile Crocodiles are not endangered and, hence, all the park’s specimens are female while three of the resident gorillas, nonetheless magnificent, are too long in the tooth to reproduce. The impressive male silverback and his two female friends were poached from the Congo jungle when they were young, a traumatic experience that left one of the females psychologically damaged and missing a leg. They subsequently fetched up in a German zoo and so the Bioparc must seem to them like a luxury retirement home.

Amphibians may not be the most loveable of creatures but Jesús is very excited about the park’s own debut conservation project to save the rare Betic midwife toad, funded by the international conservation organisation Amphibian Arc. Endemic only to the Andalusian sierras and vital to the balance of the ecosystem, they are in the top 10 amphibians on the EDGE (Evolutionarily Distinct and Globally Endangered) and, like all toads, dwindling in numbers due to a lethal fungus that has wiped out whole species in a matter of years. So-called because the male looks after the young, carrying the eggs between his legs until they hatch while the idle female puts her webbed feet up, Jesús is heading a breeding programme at the park while working to create new pond habitats for them in the wild.

An exhibition about the project can be seen at the park.

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Medical checking gorillas, administering contraceptives to chimps and encouraging recalcitrant Sri Lankan ir leopards to propagate the in all dwindling species are ola a day’s work for Fuengir vet, Bioparc’s urban wildlife da Jesús Recuero, as Belin Beckett reports.

since he was a boy, when he became the youngest member of Spain’s Reptiles and Amphibians Association, Jesús compensated for living in Madrid by spending weekends in the campo collecting specimens to bring back home, “something my mother got used to after she realised it was a serious hobby.” In fact, it was a vocation that took him to university (where he paid for his five year veterinary course working at zoos in Madrid and Australia), and on to a variety of jobs, from putting electric collars on wild goats for a research project to working in a domestic animal clinic and at a wildlife rehabilitation centre in Ciudad Real where many species of raptor, injured by cars, predators or hunters, were patients. He went on to an exotic pets clinic where he treated valuable parrots, tortoises and iguanas, and then to a safari park in the wilds of Valladolid, before arriving in Fuengirola.

Now his mission is to ensure that his charges remain healthy, happy and reproductive, a task that might involve anything from operating on a sick animal to devising new diets and enrichment programmes, or matchmaking residents with new mates from other parks. “These animals are never bought or sold, but can be requested for breeding,” says Jesús, “Animals are not products, they are our responsibility.”

In the next two years there are ambitious plans to extend the park by another one third in size to house some unbelievable new species.

What those creatures will be is top secret but one clue is to think of the species Jesús is so passionate about. He says: “I am very excited about the new animals we will be attempting to breed and conserve here and I know the public will be too.” n

The recently renamed Bioparc Fuengirola champions a new model of zoo based on respect for nature and the preservation of species. Animals live side-by-side in cageless reserves that replicate the world’s most remote ecosystems, where embankments, waterfalls, rocks and trees form natural barriers. Bioparc’s Mangrove enclosure, which provides a remarkable underwater view of an ecosystem that is home to fish, birds and turtles in grave peril of extinction, recently won a top design award from the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria.

An ‘immersion zoo’ that plunges visitors into the habitats of Africa, Asia and Madagascar, it has a threefold mission to conserve, propagate and educate. A team of 20 full-and part-time educators take the conservation message to schools all over Andalucía, as well as leading guided tours. The park cooperates in more than 35 European Endangered Species Breeding Programmes, including the Iberian lynx project at Doñana National Park in Cádiz, and a campaign to save the endangered Komodo dragon. As the park states, ‘There is today no ethical sense in keeping wild animals in captivity unless this helps to preserve their species in the natural world.’

In winter the park is open from 10am-6pm, and in July and August until midnight. Along with Singapore Zoo, it is the only park in the world offering visitors the chance to discover the mysterious secrets of the tropical rainforests and their inhabitants by moonlight.

With two restaurants, and half-hourly guided tours including entrance to the iconic, 25metre tall artificial baobob tree, home to three species of lemur, a visit to this beautiful park is an unforgettable day out.

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This is not the sort of thing that you expect from Alois Ruf, who took over the family Porsche business in 1974 and went on to create the 211-mph Ruf

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CTR Yellowbird, the fastest production car in the world in 1987. Since then, he has churned out a succession of high horsepower, ozone munching Porsche-based monsters like the RT12 and CTR3.

But Ruf is a complicated character. He might have a penchant for serious horsepower but he’s an environmentalist, too. The company has its own hydroelectric plant that powers the factory and feeds excess energy to the national grid, and for years now Alois Ruf has worked on a batterypowered Porsche. He’s not going it alone either; technology giant Siemens is fully on board and that could help him steal a march on the mainstream manufacturers. In fact, he already has. The fruits of his labours are not a sketch, a concept or a promise but a real working car.

There’s more than a whiff of a 1960s-style Porsche 911 Targa about the 2011 eRuf Greenster which is, of course, intentional. Alois Ruf wanted his EV to be an open car but ruled out a modern convertible because of the extra weight of the top mechanism, as well as its power-sapping electric operation. So the Ruf technicians have simply cut down a coupé, creating a tribute to the oldschool Targa right down to the tweed-style seat upholstery.

Look closely, though, and some things simply don’t sit right. The front end has slits, rather than a giant air intake, as the cooling requirements of an old school engine are all but gone, and there’s no exhaust out back either.

The Greenster’s instrument dials look like a science fiction B-Movie, too, as glowing green dials display battery life, power usage and speed. You need them because, even when the Greenster fires into life, there’s no noise. You need to press the throttle and start moving to be sure everything is in place, as it is eerily quiet.

At speed, the high-pitched whine of the electric motor and roar of tyres against road make enough of a din to alert the locals that a fast car is coming and, although this motor lacks the emotional soul of a flat-6 Porsche engine, it doesn’t take long to get used to.

But it’s an unnerving experience pulling away from the lights in eery silence and we are now starting

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to see speakers fitted to electric and hybrid cars to ensure that society’s more vulnerable pedestrians don’t get killed today in a bid to save tomorrow’s world. Don’t be surprised to see something similar, effectively a stereo pumping out olde world internal combustion noise, on the production version of this car.

The 250kW twin motor set up, one for each rear axle, serves up the electrical equivalent of 350 horsepower but that’s just not relevant here, as electric motors are all about torque and this one serves up huge amounts. And there’s another added bonus, as the way electric motors work it’s all available, theoretically, from 0rpm, and this much more efficient powerplant loses almost nothing on its way to the wheels.

It doesn’t need gears either; you just put it in ‘D’ and the car will storm through 100kph in well under 5.5 seconds and keep going in one smooth line to 250kph and beyond. Just a few years ago, this was real sports car pace and we are just at the start of the learning curve.

The technology isn’t perfect, yet, of course. The range currently lies at 250km of careful driving, or 40km on a track, before it simply runs out of charge; and the Greenster cannot match the original 911 in the bends, due to the weight of those battery packs.

Ruf and Siemens have worked hard to get the weight to 1,750kg and that is set to drop even further as high density powerpacks get the green light.

Remember the size of mobile phone batteries in the early days compared to now? That’s the kind of quantum leap we can look forward to in the years to come, and it’s not hard to imagine a time when the electric cars of the future will make the petrol powered machines of today look slow.

The 2011 Ruf Greenster has its limitations right now when it comes to utility, but that will change.

Ruf knows that he is ahead of the curve once again and he must have faith that technology will catch up with him.

Siemens is proudly taking the Greenster round various exhibitions to demonstrate its EV expertise and the car has even been the star of advertising posters created by Avis Car Rental.

Meanwhile, Ruf has developed a Porsche Cayenne EV, which functioned as executive transport at the recent climate change conference in Copenhagen, Denmark.

It’s a testament to the faith inspired by Alois Ruf’s credentials that he has three firm orders for a car that is at least a year away from the marketplace and carries a price tag of about €195.000.

It’s a little more expensive than the dressed up golf carts that, just a few years ago, were hailed as the cars of the next generation. But then, it’s a whole lot sexier and lights the way for other sports cars that will soon hit the market. The eRuf Greenster is more than a car, it is a beacon of hope, and if this represents the future, then roll on the electric age. n

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This flat-panel TV uses only 82 watts of energy, compared to similar models that use 125 watts. It is Sony’s attempt at going eco, with a TV that uses less energy but delivers outstanding image quality. A brighter back light and better filtering are its secrets, which allow an energy saving of up to 70 per cent.

Each of these televisions will reduce carbon emissions by 79 kilograms a year. i www.sony.com

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Sanyo Eneloop Lamp: Eneloop is Sanyo’s new rechargeable lamp that can be used at home, or like a flashlight.

Its internal AA batteries take about 12 hours to recharge and last between three and 45 hours (using white light) or between 12 and 16 hours if you prefer blue light. i www.sanyo.com

If you use radiator heating in your home, you can save up to 20 per cent with these Heatkeeper Radiator Insulation Panels which you locate behind your radiator. The panels reflect the heat that is normally lost behind the radiator, cutting your carbon emissions and improving the effectiveness of your heating system. i www.greenandeasy.co.uk u

This revolutionary gadget turns your fridge into an ethylene free zone, absorbing the gases given off by fruits and vegetables as they ripen in your fridge. Ethylene gas actually results in the early rotting of your produce so this gadget is a great way to save money and time.

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The Water Pebble, winner of the Future Friendly Award for Best Innovation in 2008 in the UK, is a helpful, easy new way to save water while you shower. It works by sensing the water flow around it, using your first shower as a benchmark and flashing red every time you use more water in subsequent showers. Over time, the Water Pebble reduces the time until the light flashes red to 2/3 of the time, encouraging you to save water. Best of all, it doesn’t need fitting; just sit it next to the shower tap. You could save up to 20 litres of water every time you shower. i www.soy-eco.com

Portable Projectors by Sanyo The PLC-XW250 and the PLC-XW200 are two new projectors by Sanyo with in-built standby power that consumes only 0.4 watts. When the projectors go on standby, they save 80 per cent of the energy consumed by similar models. The packaging of these models is also environmentally friendly, since it is made from pulp moulds that can subsequently be recycled. i www.sanyo.com u

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LED TV, which has replaced previous generations of LCD TV, permits a 40 per cent energy saving as well as offering higher light output and crystal clear viewing. It is reassuring to see that top technological companies are going all-out in an effort to reduce their carbon footprints.

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ost households contain dozens of bottles of unnecessary cleaning products. People invest in separate products for individual cleaning jobs: furniture polish, bathroom/kitchen floor cleaner, bathroom/kitchen fixtures cleaner, oven cleaner, glass cleaner and many more. All of these products are costly and dangerous to your home, family and the environment. A household needs only a few homemade organic products with which to keep the entire house sparkling clean! Why organic products? They are nontoxic to your pets, family members and the environment.

Organic cleaning products that you make yourself cost only centimos, whereas the average cleaning product is over €2.

Rather than use a different cleaning product for the stove, sinks, cabinets, floors and refrigerator, etc., there are only a few products that you really need and you can purchase these very cheaply in any supermarket. The following shopping list is all you require to keep your house clean. Read on to find out how easy it is… it’s quite an eye opener!

Save money, save the environment and make your house a safer, cleaner place – all in one day!

Here’s how…

Household Cleaning Shopping List: • White vinegar • Baking soda • Lemon juice • Salt • Alcohol • Cornstarch • Citrus Oil

1. Floor cleaner: In a bucket, mix 4 tablespoons of white vinegar with 4 litres of hot water. This is safe for hardwood, linoleum, tile and any washable surface.

2. Oven Cleaner: Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda, 1 tablespoon salt and add 4 tablespoons hot water.

Make a gritty paste, apply to the oven, heat slightly, cool and then wipe away with a damp rag.

3. Refrigerator Seals Cleanser: The plastic seals of refrigerators can be wiped free of debris with a rag dabbed in white vinegar.

4. Cabinet Cleaner: 4 tablespoons of lemon juice mixed with 1 litre of hot water. Lemon juice helps to remove grease from wood and metal.

5. Dishwashing by Hand: In a small spray bottle, fill 3/4 with water and 1/4 with lemon juice.

Lemon juice is the main ingredient in dishwashing detergent because it is an excellent grease fighter.

6. Glass Cleaner: 1-2 tablespoons of white vinegar mixed with 1 litre of water in a spray bottle. To remove oily fingerprints and hairspray from the mirror, dab on a little rubbing alcohol and wipe with a linen rag.

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7. Bathroom/Bathtub/Shower Glass Cleaner: 4 tablespoons white vinegar mixed with 12 tablespoons of hot water. Those hard water stains will wipe away like magic!

8. Carpet Cleaner: Salt helps to bring out the colour in carpeting while at the same time removing dirt.

Sprinkle 4-8 tablespoons of salt (depending on the size of your rug or carpet), let it sit for 15-30 minutes, then vacuum. You can also alternate between salt and cornstarch. The instructions are the same. To remove odours from carpets, add 4 tablespoons of baking soda to the salt (or cornstarch) and make a powder with the mixture, sprinkle on the carpet and let it sit for at least 30 minutes, then vacuum.

If you want to add a fresh scent to your carpet, you can sprinkle cinnamon, or allspice on the carpet, let it sit for 15 minutes, then vacuum.

9. Furniture Polish: Pour a small amount of citrus oil (undiluted) onto a lint-free rag and polish to perfection.

10. Wood Floor Cleaner & Polish: Dilute one cup of citrus oil in 4 litres of hot water. Use a sponge mop to mop floor. For heavy-duty jobs, do not dilute.

For crayon marks, spilled candle wax, and residue left from tape and other adhesives, dab with mineral oil and wipe gently with a rag. Mineral oil is the main ingredient of many commercial products that advertise the removal of greasy wax stains and marks.

To further ensure that you are helping the environment to remain toxin free, you should use cloth rags. Never use paper towels or the new ‘disposable wipes’. Such products are bleached, and therefore contain toxins. Recycle old clothing, sheets and towels into rags.

Wash once a week and you’ll never have to waste money on paper products again. A little planning can go a long way.

Alternatively you can purchase ready made eco-friendly cleaning products these days if you don’t feel like going down the homemade route; however, they are difficult to find here in Spain and may have to be purchased online and posted to your home… not exactly an environmentally friendly way to buy.

i Victoria Wood is a member of the Terra Sana Life Team. www.terrasana.net

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Exceptional property situated in one of the best locations of Marbella with spectacular views over Marbella and the Mediterranean. The property is in a fantastic condition and present itself superbly. It is finished to the highest standard and constructed with the absolutely best materials. Large and peaceful mansion with plot, wine cellar, gym, sauna, tropical garden with pool.

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Rooms at the back of the house open on to a beautiful garden and feature lake © Luis H. Segovia/A-Cero

We’re still a long way off from an eco-friendly property market in Spain but the signs are that, when the construction industry revives, sustainable green development will be the hottest thing since global warming, reports Belinda Beckett.

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ost people would like to think of themselves as friends of the earth but being green and owning a holiday home in the sun is an uncomfortable dichotomy of ideals. Resort developments tend to be at odds with the natural environment, not to mention the carbon dioxide pumped into the atmosphere every time owners fly out to them.

It will also take time before buyers rate a property’s green footprint above its location, look and price tag but the perception that eco-technology is expensive and ugly is waning. A recent poll

by Tescocompare.com revealed that more British homeowners are considering energy efficiency changes to their own homes, an environmental consciousness that will undoubtedly filter down here.

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developers are seeing that there’s capital to be made out of the ecoresort. And while, in the past, companies paid only PR lip service to the concept of sustainable build, it’s getting a lot more serious now.

In Spain, the world’s second largest producer of wind power, the eco ethos is one that Spain’s government is keen to encourage.

All new buildings must now have solar roof panels as at least a partial source of heating while many public buildings are required to install full photovoltaics systems to convert solar radiation into direct current electricity, regulations that will eventually extend to residential property and the government has allocated a €2bn pot annually to assist existing homeowners in making their properties more energy efficient.

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Cero’s Concrete House in Madrid is an appliance of green science Š Luis H. Segovia/A-Cero

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The expansive lounge’s large window that retracts into the floor, opening up the interior to the outdoors © Luis H. Segovia/A-Cero

The home’s elegant entrance is a unique glass vestibule © Luis H. Segovia/A-Cero

The planted exterior continues on a massive scale on the roof and incorporates a solar thermal system © Luis H. Segovia/A-Cero

HOW GREEN IS YOUR VILLA?

The villa’s exterior ‘ramp’ motif influences the kitchen which plays with angular forms to take on a cutting edge look © Luis H. Segovia/A-Cero

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Architects and engineers are already moving towards a greener approach, a topic which was top of the agenda for discussion at the International Conference on Harmonisation between Architecture and Nature, held at A Coruña earlier this year. Adaptation of architectural design to the natural environment and returning to traditional building methods are important aspects of eco construction. One company that has spectacularly shown what can be achieved when money is no object is the multi-award winning Madrid architectural studio, A-cero, creators of a futuristic five-bedroom family home so organic it seems to have been grafted into its own natural surroundings. Indeed, it’s impossible to believe that this 1,600m2 property is built on a 5,000m2 plot on the outskirts of Madrid! Reminiscent of early Aztec designs, the roof of the single-storey building appears to be rooted in the earth, its sloping concrete walls covered in low water consumption vegetation that reduces both the building’s visual impact and heat from the intense Spanish sun. The green roof is the sustainable star of the home,

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The low profile entrance hints at an unusual design while earth bermed walls help the interior maintain a comfortable temperature year round © Luis H. Segovia/A-Cero

The expansive lounge’s large window that retract into the floor, opening up the interior to the outdoors © Luis H. Segovia/A-Cero

The home’s elegant entrance is a unique glass vestibule © Luis H. Segovia/A-Cero

The project’s vegetation-covered concrete walls reduce the home’s visual impact behind a lush green façade © Luis H. Segovia/A-Cero

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providing a habitat for animals and filtering rainwater runoff while incorporating a renewable energy system with solar tubular collectors that can provide 100 per cent of the house’s hot water needs off grid.

Large windows which, in the living areas, completely retract into the floor for good ventilation while the earth-packed walls help the interior maintain a comfortable temperature year-round. Open pavers in the drive help absorb rain runoff from grassy areas and assist in cooling through evapotranspiration.

Inside this unusual construction, a strikingly modern interior reflects the exterior’s angularity. The principal bedroom includes a study, bathroom and large dressing-room, all four guest bedrooms have their own bathrooms, there are two living rooms, a spa and an indoor swimming pool. A basement houses the garage, utilities room and a home movie theatre. Extraordinary detailing is found throughout the home, such as the sloping feature table in the open plan kitchen whose startling geometry takes its cue from the house’s exterior ‘ramp’ motif. Rooms at the back of the house, including the lounge, dining room, library, study and bedrooms, open onto a garden and feature lake, completing the oneness with nature.

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A number of switched on estate agents are working with ‘green’ developers to offer ecological new build homes, such as 1Casa. Based in Alora, Málaga since 2000, this company offers a host of environmentally-friendly ideas through its Eco Casa division. Awarded the Platinum Standard by the Green Building Standard authority and runner-up in 2008’s prestigious Association of International Property Professionals Awards, the Eco Casa concept offers home owners maximum independence from utilities suppliers, keeping bills and carbon footprint to a minimum without concessions to luxury or comfort.

Homes, to any design specification, are constructed using three sustainable build systems: ICF (Insulated Concrete Form), Thermocellit or Ytong blocks, which are lighter (requiring less heavy plant and scaffolding), stronger, more flexible and more earthquake and fire resistant than a traditional block built villa. All are said to be ecological systems, saving on timber use and energy (their high insulation values make properties cool in summer, warm in winter and more soundproof) and they have a rapid build time (from as little as three months). Geothermal heating, grey water systems and alternative green power supplies are also within Eco Casa’s remit.

Explains 1Casa’s Manager, Terry Lucas: “Traditionally built Spanish houses are predominantly concrete and bricks with little insulation inside and none in the outside walls. Thick concrete floors and ceilings are ineffective at retaining heat as all surfaces are inherently cold and damp, take years to fully dry out and act as echo chambers.”

Eco build homes have been slow to gain popularity because they are perceived to be costly but quite the opposite is true, says Terry. “The cost to build an Eco Casa is the same as for a conventional house built to the same specification, due to more efficient and faster construction. Utility bills are much lower and they offer a better overall quality of life. It’s only a pity that Spanish banks are lagging behind their European counterparts in offering advantageous mortgage rates for eco builds.”

MODERN CAVE DWELLINGS Eco-Architecture should include minimum use of energy at each stage of the build, from transportation and assembly to maintenance and potential for future recycling. One type of property that responds to many of these criteria is the Spanish cave house, the original green home, and today you can even buy recycled versions. Cave houses are cheaper to build and save energy and fuel costs because of the geothermal properties of the surrounding rock, keeping them cool during the hot summer and warmer and dryer in winter than conventional houses. They are usually designed with bedrooms at the rear and living areas with windows built onto the front, to maximise available natural light.

Cave homes are prolific in northern Andalucía and although some are too far away from the nearest electrical supply to make mains connection viable, they can be designed to function completely off grid through the use of solar photovoltaic panels and generators powered by wind turbine, diesel, biofuel or a combination of these techniques.

Spanish cave houses were the original green homes © Spanish Inland Properties S.L

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Working with one of the area’s most experienced cave house developers, Cuevas y Cortijos Andaluces, Spanish Inland Properties (SIP) is offering ecological cave houses as well as eco building services for conventional homes. It has a stock of some 180 cave dwellings available for redevelopment, or as turnkey projects. Developed from existing derelict properties, thereby minimising the amount of new building materials required, roof tiles and timber for supports and decorative exposed beams are recycled where possible, while window frames and doors are made from fast-growing, sustainable pine.

Recently, SIP published a free 44-page online guide to buying and restoring a cave house, which can be downloaded free of charge from www.cave-houses.com/COM.pdf Says Marketing Director Les Edwards, “We are passionate about cave houses and want to share our many years of experience in the hope that a few more people will be converted. As well as being extremely ecological, they still represent one of the best property investments money can buy. Prices are dependent on the amount of external build, mains connection, whether one or two storeys, and various other factors but a guideline price for a completed two-bedroom property is €110.000-€150.000.”

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Virtual image of the eco apartments and townhouses under construction at Gran Monóvar Mediterranean Ecocity

THE DEFINITIVE ECO RESORT One development that exemplifies this new green living trend is Gran Monóvar Mediterranean Ecocity, the first low-density green village in Spain.

The project of 828 eco-apartments, townhouses and villas will be a showcase to bioclimatic architecture, the practice of creating structures using processes that are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient throughout the building’s life-cycle, from siting and design to operation and maintenance.

Located inland from Alicante in the village of Monóvar and designed by renowned eco architect Ismael Caballero, a Doctor in Energy Systems

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Engineering, virtually every aspect of the build incorporates eco-friendly principles, from good insulation and intelligent home systems to regulate energy consumption to the use of natural, nontoxic, sustainable materials that breathe. Dualorientation of the properties facilitates energy efficiency by generating cross-ventilation and maximising sunlight year-round. Solar panels heat the water supply while water recycling, air-flow taps and rainwater capture ensure water conservation is a priority. Organic paints, separate refuse bins for glass, metal, plastic, toxic and organic material, composting facilities, cycle paths, a supermarket selling ecological products and landscaping with

several thousand new trees are other key eco features. These homes even offer electromagnetic shielding as, when the lights are turned off the whole circuit disconnects, removing electromagnetic fields which can cause sleep disorders.

It’s a holistic approach that doesn’t seem to have impinged on the price tag as developer Joaquin Cuenca, a partner in this familyrun business, explains: “We aim to show that innovative, environmentally sound practices can be implemented that cost no more than conventional building. The houses we build are not priced higher than our competitors.

Apartments start from €110.000. And, if we can provide environmentally innovative homes, then we believe we will be offering buyers something extra at no additional cost.”

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Chic dreams: Elegant headboard and bedside cabinet in sustainable forest pine

Stunning centrepiece: Sideboard in pine from sustainable forests in Spain

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Report Belinda Beckett Photography courtesy of decorhaus

Make your home an ecohouse at Decorhaus, a one-stop shop for stylish home furnishings with an environmental slant. A 40-year-old family business from Málaga, the company slogan, Espacios para Vivir, means exactly that: beautiful and practical furnishings to personalise your dream home and garden at eco-friendly prices that, quite literally, won’t cost the earth. Anything you see at the company’s 5,000m2 Mijas superstore can be delivered in the province without charge within 24 hours.

There’s more choice from the in-store catalogues, including luxurious fabrics and furnishings from sustainable and fair trade sources. Or have an exclusive design made for you at the company’s Málaga factory. Check out these stunning ideas and get eco decorating!

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The use of water for pain relief can be traced back to the 1800s although the big boom came with Sebastian Kneipp, a Bavarian priest whose book, My Water Cure (published in 1886) is still a Bible when it comes to hydrotherapy.

The strong jets are used to treat muscular and articulation problems, as well as contractures.

For the treatment, Encarni asked me to stand at one end of a long shower area while she applied a strong jet to my entire body, from my feet right through to my calves, legs, back, abdomen and hands. First she used hot water, then cold, for the circulatory benefits. “The jets will relax your muscles so that by the time we get to the massage, the treatment will be a lot easier,” she told me. She also said that pain in the back or cervical area can often be traced to problems in areas you wouldn’t imagine, such as the calves or hamstrings which, when tight and constricted, result in back pain.

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As Encarni led me into the luxurious Gvadalpín circuit pool, she explained that we would be doing a series of exercises aimed at restoring greater movement to my spine and articulations. We carried out aerobic ‘warming’ movements which were simple yet challenging, owing to the resistance provided by the water. For instance, Encarni would ask me to push the water with my hands while I lifted my knees and walked forward to one end of the pool and then the other. At other times, she would ask me to kick forward, or kick my heels back to my buttocks, while I continued to forge ahead. We also did lots of stretching on areas such as the hamstrings, calves, shoulders, back, chest and arms. We then focused on the abdominal muscles since, as Encarni reminded me, “Strong abdominal muscles go a long way towards keeping the back pain-free.” Exercise in general is vital. “When the muscles are strong,” said Encarni, “it becomes a lot harder for contractures to form between them.” After a bit of final stretching, Encarni allowed me to sink into actual slumber as she stretched my body in the water (using gentle movements similar to those employed in the outstanding Watsu therapy) while I floated passively like a newborn. The result was so relaxing I needed a tea afterwards, with lots of sugar, to remind myself not to fall asleep!

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Mud Treatment

Mud is another ingredient treasured since ancient times for its high mineral content and ability to extract toxins from within the body. It also has anti-inflammatory effects and works wonders for the circulation. Encarni spread warm mud over my back and neck, then wrapped me in plastic and covered me with a cosy blanket while I drifted off into slumber for around 20 minutes. Mud is commonly used in therapy to heal degenerative osteoarthritis and to loosen up muscles for subsequent massage.

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Massage Bliss

After showering off the mud, the reward for my aqua exercise session came in the form of a very deep massage which Encarni gave me with her surprisingly strong hands. She noted very large knots in specific areas of my back and neck, and told me that if I wanted to truly get rid of these problems I should return in about three days for a follow-up session, and have regular treatment.

The pain therapy treatment with Encarni was as enlightening as it was new to me, an avid spa goer for many years now. While I had always revelled in soothing, relaxing massages, I realise that if pain is an issue it should be treated as such, with specific exercises and massage techniques imparted by a qualified physiotherapist. Encarni and the Gvadalpín Spa go a long way towards making health and wellness a part of daily reality.

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ne of the best things about being a woman is the extent to which we are able to beautify ourselves with make-up, creams and hair and body products created to highlight our best facets and improve areas we’re not that happy about. The problem is that, despite the technology and research big companies have access to, many still insist on using harmful synthetic ingredients such as parabens, petrolatum, propylene glycol, petroleum derivatives and sodium lauryl sulphate. These substances are so common that many women continue to use products containing them, unaware of their nasty side-effects which include toxicity, allergic reactions, eye irritations and even risk of cancer. Worst of all,

many companies brand their products as ‘natural’ when, although they may have a few ‘natural’ ingredients, they still contain the harmful stuff that hurts our health in the long run. When you’re shopping for natural products, make sure they are guaranteed free of artificial colourings, preservatives, mammal, pesticide and herbal derivatives, solvents, mineral oils and synthetic chemicals. And of course, make sure the companies you buy from do not support animal testing. This month, we feature a short list of natural ingredients you can find in many top cosmetic products, and tell you why they are as good for you as they are efficient in restoring beauty and health to your skin, hair and nails.

y t u a e B l a r u t a N All Rose Hip Extract: Rose hip is the pomaceous fruit of the rose plant and is typically dark orange or red in colour. It is famed for containing an extremely high Vitamin content, as well as Vitamins A and B, antioxidant flavonoids and essential fatty acids. Used in creams, it intensely moisturises, firms and tones the skin and prevents capillary damage.

Rice, wheat corn and soy: This may sound like the name of the latest funky salad but it is actually a list of natural ingredients from which amino acids are derived. Amino acids are natural moisturising agents contained in the skin and are also the main components of collagen, which keeps skin supple. Rice, wheat corn and soy are used in many current beauty products including ointments (for skin burns), creams (for moisturising), hair treatments (to treat brittle hair), soaps (to keep skin silky soft) and countless other preparations.

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Arrowroot: Derived from a root vegetable, arrowroot is used both in cooking to thicken sauces, and in beauty to help dry skin with spots, or to replace synthetic talc. u Carmine: ‘Carmin’ is a Spanish word for lipstick and this bright red dye is obtained from a dried and powdered tropical insect that can be found feeding on its favourite food, the cactus. It is used to colour lipsticks, powders, foods and medicines. u Citric Acid: If the big cosmetic firms invested more in this simple ingredient to preserve products, we’d all be much happier and healthier. u Cocoa Butter: Obtained from the cacao seed, it is used in many moisturisers and body butters. Its effect is longlasting and ideal for very dry skin. u Manuka: Manuka is a plant native to New Zealand, used in making essential oils and honey. It is famed for its antiseptic and anti-bacterial power. u Witch Hazel: This herb has anti-inflammatory and astringent effects and is used to treat a plethora of problems, including varicose veins, bruises and haemorrhoids. It is also ideal for dry, sensitive skin.

Olive oil: This Mediterranean speciality is the source of hyaluronic acid (HA), an ingredient in many top anti-ageing creams. HA, which helps skin retain moisture, also occurs naturally in the skin but, as the years go by, levels drop and wrinkles are formed. It is used in over-the-counter creams and serums, in treating joint problems and eye disorders and, one of its most popular uses, in facial injections to plump skin and reduce the appearance of fine wrinkles for up to six months.

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Aloe Vera: Used for thousands of years, aloe vera contains potent vitamins, minerals, enzymes, amino acids and natural sugars which have an anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effect. Its gel and juice is used in many products to moisturise skin, soothe irritations, bites and burns, relieve itching and inflammation of skin, kill fungus and bacteria and increase the effectiveness of sunscreens.

Beeswax: Beeswax has so many benefits for the skin, there are many companies dedicated solely to manufacturing beauty products containing this wonderful natural ingredient, with 60 per cent of the total sales of beeswax going to purchasers from the pharmaceutical and cosmetics fields. Beeswax locks in moisture, protects skin from free radicals and other environmental toxins and possesses antiinflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-allergenic effects. You can find it in everything from face creams to body lotions and hair care products. n

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It’s hard to stay up to date with trends and look fabulous in glasses without blowing all your salary but there are ways to beat the credit crunch and still look great. The key is to select carefully to flatter your face, colouring and style and look for special offers which allow you to buy affordable and fashionable makes. Here are some tips for choosing the perfect glasses from Specsavers Opticas, the company bringing a price revolution to the Costa del Sol. Report GEORGINA SHAW

Consider your face shape

Different styles of glasses suit different face shapes so make sure you know yours before you shop and choose accordingly. Here’s a rundown of face shapes and the best styles for each: u Oval: Oval faces are evenly proportioned and softly rounded. If you have an oval shaped face you can be adventurous as almost all frame shapes will suit you. u Rectangle: A rectangular face is defined by high cheekbones and a deep forehead. If you have a rectangular face shape you should consider a wide frame with a strong top line. Avoid small square shapes and try a frame style with all-over colour. u Round: A round face is fairly short with a wide forehead, full cheeks and a round chin. If you have a round shaped face you should consider angular or geometric styles as they draw attention to the top half of the face. Avoid oval or round frames. u Square: A square face shape is defined by a broad, deep forehead, a wide jaw and a square chin.

For this face shape, consider oval frames as they soften the jaw line. Avoid angular frames as these will emphasise the angular facial features.

Take into account your colouring

Ensure a perfect fit

When trying on glasses, follow these rules: u The top edge of the frames should be no higher than the line of your eyebrows u The bridge should keep a comfortable and secure fit on your nose u The lower edge of the frames should not sit on your cheeks, even when you smile, so that they don’t rub or irritate

Express your style

Glasses don’t have to be boring and, with the great two for one offers available at some opticians, you can choose a day and night style, or a colourful version and a more conservative option.

Think of your glasses as an extension of your wardrobe and an accessory to dress your face!

This way, you will complement your fashion sense with your glasses choice and set off your look perfectly.

There are so many colours and materials to choose from that it can be hard to know where to start. By choosing shades that match your hair colour, you can find the glasses which complement you perfectly. u Dark brown: Try metal frames in antique silver or gold colours, as well as softer browns. Avoid pastels or very dark colours and heavy styles. u Black: Try any of the metallic frames, especially simple shapes and colours. Avoid bright colours unless you want to make a strong impact.

If you want help choosing your next pair of glasses, u Light brown: Try lightweight styles in bronze and other warm-coloured metals. Avoid dark, heavy styles, pop into your local optician where trained and professional optical staff can test your eyes to cold colours and light-coloured metals. determinate the lenses you require, which may be u Blonde: Try lightweight styles with delicate colour effects. Experiment with colours that add warmth to different for each eye, and can help you choose your skin tone. Avoid dark, heavy styles, cold colours such as blues and greens and light-coloured metals. the right frame, colour and style to suit you.

If you blush easily, avoid pinks and amber. u Auburn: Try to reflect the warmth of your natural colouring with reddish brown, gold, copper or tortoiseshell. Greens and browns will match the colour of your eyes. Avoid cold colours, unless you want to make an impact with strong, bold contrast. u Dark grey: Try lighter coloured metal or plastic frames. Avoid heavy dark frames. savers.es your nearest store, visit www.spec u Light grey: Try a rich deep colour, pewter or other metallics.

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icture this: you’re lying in bed, eager to get some rest after a hard day at work when you notice your chest hurts. You know you injured your arm while working out earlier in the week but you don’t connect it to the chest pain and, as the first worrisome though enters your head – ‘What if I’m having a heart attack?’ – you begin to notice the pain radiating into your arm. Your heartbeat quickens and soon your chest is throbbing, your heart pounding so hard it feels it might explode. As you stand up, you feel light headed as if you’re going to faint, and a tingling sensation takes over your scalp and face as though ants were marching beneath your skin. In short, you feel like you’re going to die. You rush to your nearest Accident & Emergency and the doctors give you an ECG, take a blood test and, perhaps, perform an X-ray on your lungs. They tell you nothing is wrong and give you a tranquiliser. As you head back home you are SURE that they’ve missed something, that something really is wrong with you. Here’s the bad news: you’ve got anxiety. Here’s the good news: it’s all a trick.

If you’ve never suffered a panic attack, then you may feel that it is a totally alien condition experienced by few. But if you ask around, you may find that some of your friends have had one at some point in their lives. As a sufferer of anxiety, you may find it difficult to access information, aid or understanding from your immediate community. After one too many abortive trips to A&E you might be referred to a psychiatrist who will probably take just a few minutes to prescribe you medication you may have to remain on for months, maybe years.

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cognitive/behavioural therapy, rather than medical means, is that there’s a book offering a simple solution to your dilemma: the Panic Attacks Workbook, written by David Carbonell, PhD. It explains in a clear, absorbing format what is happening to you, why your body reacts the way it does and what you can do when an anxiety attack begins. By recognising your physical symptoms, thought processes, emotions and behaviours (all of which are part of the panic cycle), and by keeping a panic diary, it becomes easier and easier to understand that no, the hospital hasn’t missed anything, it’s just your body playing a trick on you. Carbonell’s books asks vital questions throughout, aimed at revealing the way you can be fooled into remaining entrapped within the cycle of panic.

Before consulting the book, rule out any possible medical problems first by seeing your doctor. Aid from a mental health professional is likewise recommended, as is enlisting help from a ‘buddy’ who understands your problem and is committed to helping you find a way out of your personal labyrinth. If you are a confirmed anxiety sufferer, then the following information may be useful:

What are the origins of anxiety?

There are three main reasons for panic attacks and phobias: u Genetic predisposition: According to Carbonell, “People have an inborn tendency to respond to stress and change in one particular way or other. If you have panic attacks, this is yours.” u Circumstances and atmosphere of one’s childhood: Somehow, those who suffer from panic and phobias seem to have grown up

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Symptoms of a Panic Attack: A panic attack is often set in motion by a physical symptom, such as pain, or an acceleration of the heartbeat. Destructive thoughts soon follow, such as fear of having a heart attack. We then began to ask ourselves harmful ‘What if’ questions, such as ‘What if I stop breathing?’ ‘What if I freak out in public, going berserk and causing harm?’ ‘What if I lose my mind?’

All this increases our body’s physical symptoms. We then try to avoid the scene where the attack has taken place and, as we begin to anticipate and fight the next attack, our anxiety begins to control us, limiting where we go, who we see and what we do.

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in an environment where they did not feel safe or secure, or where they were forced to give too much. u The stress of becoming an independent adult: Many attacks begin in the 20s and 30s age range, when life presents difficult decisions such as career paths and partner choices.

What happens during a panic attack?

The whirlwind that takes over your body during a panic attack is described in detail in Carbonell’s book. He gives an amusing analogy in which a caveman is sitting by his campfire, about to enjoy a juicy mastodon steak, when suddenly, a sabre-toothed tiger pops his head into the cave. There are three responses the caveman can have: u Flight: If the beast is larger and more powerful, the caveman will most likely flee the scene, losing his juicy morsel in the process. u Fight: If the caveman assesses that his strength is comparable to that of his enemy, he could pick up a weapon and fight for his life and his meal. u Freeze: If the beast is particularly speedy, the cavemen could opt to freeze, hoping the beast will take the steak but leave him unharmed.

During a dangerous situation such as this, a series of physical processes take place that help us react adequately. These changes include an increased heartbeat and a flood of oxygen racing towards the

muscles and away from the head (in case one needs to fight or take flight). We also breathe more quickly and in short breaths, to obtain the increased amount of oxygen our muscles need. As we do so, we exhale more carbon dioxide than usual, causing a change in the blood’s PH levels and a slight reduction in the release of oxygen to the brain.

All these physical responses also take place during an anxiety attack. The only difference is, your body is actually tricking you into thinking there is real danger when it’s nothing more than discomfort. As Carbonell says, fear can be present even when we know there is no real danger (such as when we watch a scary film). “We have our own movie theatre in the mind that can produce scary movies and, even more effectively than Hollywood, trick us into getting afraid,” he says.

Some of the anxiety sufferer’s greatest fears show how cruel this trick can be. One common fear is fainting although, in fact, it is impossible to faint during a panic attack. When an attack begins, blood pressure rises – the precise opposite of what happens when we faint, which occurs when blood pressure drops too low. Another fear is hyperventilation, when it seems our lungs can only take in air in quick, inadequate breaths. In fact, we can’t die from hyperventilation, Carbonell explains: “If you had to breathe this way for the rest of your life, it wouldn’t harm you.”

The panic cycle:

A panic attack will always involve the following phases: u An event (involving one or more of physical sensation, thoughts, emotions and behaviours) u A reflex reaction (a repetition of the initial symptoms and the appearance of more symptoms) u Interpretative reaction (our thoughts predict terrible outcomes for us) u A panic attack (the flood of systems reaches its peak) u Panic attack ends (it ALWAYS does, often after a few minutes) u Relief (a feeling that you’ve ‘dodged the bullet’) u Anticipatory stage (the ‘what if’ thoughts that predict future trouble and lay the groundwork for the next attack)

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Anxiety FAQs

(from Free Yourself from Anxiety by Emma Fletcher and Martha Langley): Can you work on anxiety if you also have depression?

You can, but first examine your energy levels. Self-help for anxiety can be a consuming task, so decide if you’re strong enough to tackle both issues.

How should I set goals to recover from anxiety?

Set specific goals and break them into smaller steps, keeping a record of your progress and repeating your goals.

How do I do belly breathing? u Sit or lie down in a comfortable position. u Put one hand on your chest and the other on your belly. u Slowly inhale through your nose or through pursed lips (to slow down the intake of breath). u As you inhale, feel your stomach expand with your hand. u Slowly exhale through pursed lips to regulate the release of air. u Repeat various times.

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Becoming AWARE:

Carbonell presents a wonderful system called AWARE to get rid of anxiety, which we can only briefly summarise: u Acknowledging and accepting: that you are having a panic attack and resigning yourself to that experience as best you can. Says Carbonell, “Your aim is to experience the panic in the same resigned manner you would accept a lecture from an unreasonable boss.” Don’t fight the attack; the more you struggle against it, the more severe it will become. u Waiting and Watching: Resist the urge to flee the scene immediately, to seek immediate relief or to reach for a support object (such as a water bottle). u Actions: Don’t try to make the panic attack go away; just try to make yourself more comfortable while you’re experiencing it. For instance, ask the right questions: do not ask ‘Why?’ questions (‘Why is this happening to me?’). Instead, ask ‘What is happening to me now?’ (answer: ‘I’m having difficulty breathing and am starting to panic’) ‘What should I do?’

(Answer: ‘Start belly breathing’). We can also identify and learn to relax the muscles in our body that are tensing up. In the end, thinking long-term is crucial: “You can choose between immediate comfort (such as fleeing or popping a tranquiliser in your mouth) or opt for longterm confidence and freedom”, explains Carbonell. u Repeat: If a second wave of panic arises, it does not mean failure. It can actually serve as good practice. u Exposure: Carbonell also extols the virtue of exposure: facing the thing, place or situation that most fills you with fear. Those with a phobia of flying will relish an entire chapter on the subject, and the book contains great advice for those who fear public speaking, driving, claustrophobia or social situations.

Getting over anxiety may seem insurmountable but this, too, is part of the trick. For some, the mere realisation that they have been reacting to fear as though it were real danger is the first step towards recovery, and many have reported immediate relief and a marked lessening of anxious thoughts and feelings. It is, in the end, all in the mind. And the good news is, you can decide that you will no longer be fooled.

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What habits can I change to ease anxiety? u Take up regular exercise (it produces healthy chemicals in your brain and makes you feel strong). u Change your diet (avoid high sugar content foods, nicotine and caffeine which are stimulants, and alcohol which is a depressant). u Keep a sleep diary to ensure you’re getting enough relaxation. u Fill your life with positive experiences. Expand your social circle and laugh a lot. u Enjoy the great outdoors – either the sea or mountains, which are great natural relaxants. u Think about getting a pet. There is a weight of evidence of their benefits in therapy and stress relief. u Keep a daily diary to see if you are getting enough balance in your life. u Express your feelings by talking, writing or engaging in physical activity in which you can ‘let it all out’.

How does anxiety cause you to misinterpret reality? u It causes you to overestimate the presence of danger. u It causes you to overestimate the extent of the danger. u It causes you to underestimate your ability to cope with the danger.

How can I challenge negative beliefs that keep me locked in the panic cycle?

Identify your negative thoughts and compose a positive, affirming statement that counteracts the thought. Repeat the positive thought over and over again until it automatically springs up when the old negative thought comes to mind.

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Music Players Can Cause Loss of Hearing When little Johnny and Mary stop whining and slip on their headphones, many parents breathe a sigh of relief. Yet it seems music players are not all they’re cracked up to be, according to a recent study carried out on 3,000 teenagers in the USA (aged 12-19). The study indicates that there are 20 per cent more cases of loss of hearing in teens than 10 years ago, largely due to the proliferation and increased popularity of listening devices.

In the USA alone, some 6.5 million teens are no longer able to appreciate subtle sounds such as that of water dripping, whispering or leaves rustling and many also have difficulty distinguishing the consonants t, k and s. Another study in Australia pointed in the same direction, attributing a heightened risk of hearing loss in children to personal listening devices (such as MP3 and MP4 players). If you are worried about your children, check to see if they have symptoms which include a feeling of fullness in the ears, a ringing sensation or trouble distinguishing speech sounds. Listening to the television or radio at high volumes is another sign that their hearing could be affected.

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Times are exciting indeed for those suffering from a variety of conditions, including paralysis, thanks to the advent of stem cell technology. Embyronic stem cells are being used for the first time on humans, following the recent approval by the US Food and Drug Administration for the Geron company to use them to treat those with spinal injuries. The cells, which transform into many of the different cell types in the human body (including nerve cells) have already proven successful in restoring some mobility to paralysed rats. Geron, a biotech company from San Francisco, has invested $170m on developing a treatment for spinal cord injury using stem cells, and will be using the technique on those who have suffered from injury within the previous 14 days. Company President, Dr. Thomas Okarma, told the press, “When we started working with human embryonic stem cells in 1999, many predicted that it would be a number of decades before a cell therapy would be approved for human clinical trials. This accomplishment results from extensive research and development and a succession of inventive steps. But it will take some time to get the results and there are many years of rigorous testing ahead before it can be known if the therapy is safe and effective.

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THEPRO BUSINESS

i Marbella For Sale Centro de Negocios Cristamar, local 17 (opposite the eastern entrance to El Corte Inglés).

Open 10am-8pm Monday to Friday and Saturday from 10am-5pm. Tel: 952 907 386. www.marbellaforsale.com

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ype anything to do with Marbella real estate into your Internet browser and one name that is sure to come up on the first page is Marbella For Sale. More and more realtors are finding the Internet a fertile source of potential new clients from all over the world and this boutique real estate agency is no exception, with 70 per cent of its enquiries originating online.

However it has another big advantage and, in time-honoured real estate speak, it boils down to location: in this case, a shop window in glitzy Puerto Banús. Even in these times of economic constraint, the jet set port attracts cash buyers with money to spend, be it on a Hermès handbag or a second home. And, if they are seeking a property with a Marbella zip code, they have come to the right place as Marbella for Sale does what it says on the label; unlike many other agencies purporting to sell the Marbella lifestyle, this company’s extensive database offers properties that can be found within a 15minute radius of the resort city’s heart.

Although the company is just over a year old, partners Nicolas De Zutter and Fanny Denorme have a proven track record as top property sales people with one of the former ‘major’ companies in Andalucía, and encompass more than 15 years experience between them. Being specialists only in Marbella, they have an impressive in-depth knowledge of the resort city. Although their office is bijou in size, the company slogan says it all: ‘Small enough to care, Big enough to impress, Bigger properties for less’.

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”There’s no doubt that we are ideally situated to offer the best selection of properties in the area but we also obey two other golden rules for success,” says Nicolas. “It’s as simple as understanding what the buyer wants and finding what they are looking for at the right price. That means listening to the client first and foremost, something not all realtors are good at.”

The fact that the company has sold a number of properties this year in a downmarket, from a portfolio of properties priced from €250.000 to €2.5 million, shows that this philosophy is paying off.

British buyers may be more of a rarity these days and so new markets must be courted. As Nicholas and Fanny are both Flemish, they have a strong client base throughout Belgium while interest is also coming from euro-zone countries such as Holland, France and Scandinavia, along with the relatively new markets of Dubai and Morocco. And, while many new clients arrive through the shop door, the worldwide web is also an invaluable portal.

“The Internet has totally changed the industry and buyers are much more educated about shopping for a home online first, where they can compare prices and narrow down their search before they even make contact with an agent, which is why we are constantly looking at new market opportunities,” says Fanny. “As Marbella is known internationally, it’s not unusual to be doing business with someone who lives on the other side of the world.”

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This dynamic company has set out its stall to attract these customers with a sales team of six who speak 10 languages between them, including Chinese, an emerging new market that the company is planning to target aggressively next year.

Having interested a client abroad, Nicholas and Fanny are ideally placed to bring them over, show them the area personally and clinch the sale. Meanwhile, the fact that their Puerto Banús office did a roaring trade in walk-in rentals this summer is an added incentive for buyers wishing to let out their property for extra income. Marbella For Sale is a one-stop shop for everything from property maintenance and administration to legal counsel and the full gamut of after-sales services, working with two or three different partners in each area so that clients can be sure of independent advice. The company also specialises in bank repossessions and auction properties. “Although they sound very attractive you still need to compare them with the current resale market,” Nicolas points out. Auction properties often have to be bought sight-unseen and, with the legal minefield and no mortgage available, a resale property can often be better value and a safer bet for all but the savvy professional investor.

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Modern villa in Nueva Andalucia

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THEPRO BUSINESS

Report Marisa Cutillas

El Ser Creativo:

Congress Of Brilliant Minds in Málaga The spectacular Trade Fair and Congress Centre of Málaga formed the perfect backdrop for a unique event: the First Congress of Brilliant Minds. The three-day conference saw a host of speeches, debates, music concerts and art exhibitions by geniuses in the fields of biology, anthropology, genetics, philosophy, gerontology, nanotechnology, brain research, economy, politics and sociology. Speakers included Eduard Punset (lawyer and economist), Mario Molina (Nobel Prize in Chemistry), Jody Williams (Nobel Peace Prize), Bernardo Hernández (Head of Marketing for consumer products for Google), Dario Gil (Director of the IBM Research Centre of New York) and Guy Kawasaki (Director of Marketing at Apple in the 1980s). Since 21 minutes is the estimated time that the human mind can stay 100 per cent interested in a topic, this is the maximum time each expert was allowed to speak. www.

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Wins World Travel Award It was a night of elation at this year’s World Travel Awards Europe Ceremony, held recently in Antalya, Turkey. The industry’s top brass – including CEOs and directors of leading travel companies, government ministers and tourist board chiefs – gathered to battle it out at the most important evening of the year in European travel and tourism. The Caleta Hotel in Gibraltar was one of the bright stars of the evening, being voted Gibraltar’s Leading Hotel for the second successive year, beating off tough competition from the Bristol Hotel Gibraltar, the O’Callaghan Eliott Hotel and The Rock Hotel to take away the coveted prize. General Manager Franco Ostuni commented, “It is always good to receive accolades but especially when they come from fellow industry professionals. I am really proud for my staff to receive a World Travel Award.”

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Modern Architecture

from the hands of Daniel Libeskind in Marbella Diana Morales Properties, exclusive affiliate of Christie’s Great Estates for the Costa del Sol, Spain, is proud to announce their appointment, by Proportion Gmbh, as exclusive representatives for the Daniel Libeskind Villas Project in our area. Daniel Libeskind is an international figure in architecture and urban design, renowned for introducing a critical discourse into the field of architecture and for his multidisciplinary approach to the practice. Libeskind’s prominence was firmly established in 2003 with his selection as the master planner commissioned to rebuild the World Trade Centre site in new York, and he has also designed The Jewish Museum in Berlin, the Denver Art Museum and the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto. The good news for his followers in Marbella is that Libeskind has devised a home which can be erected anywhere in the world. The villas are shipped to any part of the world and assembled on site with a team of professionals. Only 30 villas are available for worldwide distribution.

Avda Ricardo Soriano 72 B1 (entry by Av. Cánovas del Castillo

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in Global Adverstising Campaign for Turespaña Nikki Beach Marbella has been chosen by prestigious international advertising agency, McCann Erickson, as one of the star settings for their dynamic new campaign for the Ministry of Tourism in Spain (Turespaña). The objective is to consolidate Spain’s leadership as a holiday destination, positioning the country as a leading tourist and cultural destination and diversifying the demand in terms of time of year and geographic spread. The eye-catching campaign is being rolled out in no less than 40 countries, with an estimated target audience of 400 million people around the globe.

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Drop a Dress Size in a Week Major Success for the International

Contemporary Art Fair in Marbella Over 6,000 art lovers visited the sixth edition of the Feria Internacional de Arte Contemporaneo de Marbella (Marbella International Contemporary Art Fair), which took place at the Palacio de Ferias y Congresos, Marbella. The Director of the Palacio, Laura de Arce, was delighted by the turnout to the event, which she describes as “one of the highlights of the artistic calendar, thanks to its dynamic, open, inviting nature and the excellence of the artwork.” Visitors were able to view important works by Salvador Dalí, Antonio Tapiés, Miguel Barceló, Antonio Clavé, Eduardo Chillida and Cristóbal Olmedo, to name a few.

Over 34 galleries took part in the exhibition, with a view to promoting cultural enrichment in Marbella. www.marbella.es

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Bily Bily: New groovy clothes shops for babies aged 0 to 2

If you’ve had a baby and you can think of nothing better than dressing him or her up in beautiful, colourful clothing, step into new shop Bily Bily Baby, in Marbella. Opened by new mum Mar García, it features fashions by top European brands including Molo, Organics for Kids, Natura Pura, Villervalla, La Queue du Chat, La Toi de la Lune, Inch Blue and Koeka. American designers also make their mark, with kimonos by Lucky Wang and sock-shoes by Jazzy Toes.

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SolTech Energy presents a new, sustainable and cost effective solarbased water heating solution which is unique on the Spanish market: Techo Solar, which consists of patented transparent, ecological, highly aesthetic roof tiles which are easily installed in outdoor areas of houses, buildings, schools, etc. Techo Solar allows users to save up to 70 per cent on all hot water and heating costs, and all installations of this pioneer system in Andalucía are subsidised by the Junta de Andalucía. The system works quite simply: the transparent tiles allow the sun to penetrate to a special solar absorption layer that facilitates quick and high temprerature heating of a self contained, water based circuit. The latter is integrated with water deposits, allowing the energy generated to substitute the energy needed from normal electric, gas or oil based heating sources.

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USP Celebrates

National Breast Cancer Day

Home Cinema Day in Málaga

Cinema buffs flocked to Málaga recently to take part in Home Cinema Day (Dia del Cine Casero) at the Ollías Cultural Centre. The day included cinematic workshops, exhibitions, homages to great film makers, a concert and a competition. The idea behind the event is to project family-made films most of us just keep on the shelves in our homes, and share them with the public. If you missed out this year, fret not. The event takes place all around the world every October. www.diacinecasero.com

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An enormous pink ribbon hanging on the facade of the USP Hospital in Marbella reminded us that it was breast cancer day, held to commemorate the sad losses to a disease that can be beaten in almost 100 per cent of cases if its detected early. Every day 44 new cases of breast cancer are diagnosed in Spain, yet in less than 20 minutes, a mammogram can detect problems up to two years before they become palpable. To show its commitment to women, the USP put up an information stand where volunteers from the Asociación Española Contra el Cancer handed out information about breast cancer and the importance of yearly mammograms. The USP carries out mammograms and other tests, thanks to its advanced technology, as well as nuclear resonance magnetic scanning, which allows doctors to define problems with greater precision. www.usphospitales.com

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Listen To Your Heart and Eat Healthily with the USP Hospital The USP Hospital Group recently mounted a campaign to encourage people to embrace a healthier lifestyle with two initiatives. The first, the Listen To Your Heart campaign, involved the installation of an information stand at the entry to the hospital, where cardiologists gave advice on risks for the disease and imparted free glycemia tests, blood pressure readings and height and weight checks. The event was attended by Adolfo Andana, a player for Real Madrid football club from 1988 to 1999. The USP staff also kept busy with a conference on Healthy Eating, given by in-house nutritionists Luciana Altieri and Katia Vandekerckhove. Topics covered included What Does Eating Healthily Mean? and Which Foods are Vital and Which Should Be Eliminated From Our Diets?

Avda. Severo Ochoa 22, Marbella. Tel: 952 774 200. www.uspmarbella.

Networking group Business 1st is proud to be hosting its first annual charity event: a psychic dinner in aid of local dog charity FAMA. Business 1st hopes to raise a sufficient amount of money to enable FAMA and its army of volunteers to continue to provide a vital service to all homeless and abandoned dogs. The event, which will take place on Saturday November 13 at El Chaparral Golf Club House will feature a three-course dinner with champagne reception, music by the talented Tres Divos and readings by internationally-recognised clairvoyant, medium and spiritual healer Ann Margret. There will also be a raffle draw with attractive prizes.

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Holds Networking Event The Director of the Business Support Centre in Marbella (CADE), Óscar Fernández, and the Director of Unicaja International, José F. Posé Ruiz, recently held a well-attended conference and networking event. Entitled Andalucia Market Overview, it informed guests on how to invest in Andalucía and the public incentives offered by the Junta de Andalucía, with examples given of successful foreign businesses on the Costa del Sol. Following a warm welcome by Óscar Fernández, a speech entitled Introducing Business in Andalucía was given by Carlos Pérez Mongulo, Director of the Sotogrande branch of Unicaja. Eva Pizarro, a consultant at CADE, then talked about Public Incentives and, finally, a case study was provided by Chris Chaplow of Andalucia.com, who focused on New Business Opportunities for Online Marketing. Guests mingled afterwards at a networking cocktail party. www.andaluciaemprende.es

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Seat Exeo Paddle Tennis Cup in Nueva Alcántara

at the Villa Padierna Hotel

A fun paddle tennis tournament featuring ex-football players recently took place at the Club de Padel & Tenis Nueva Alcántara de Marbella. The Seat Exeo Paddle Tennis Cup boasted a host of star players, including Athletic de Bilbao stars, Julen Guerrero and Oscar Vales, Barcelona’s Cristobal Parralo and Ángel Cuellar, as well as Real Madrid’s Luis Miguel Ramis and Adolfo Adana. The tournament highlighted the multi-sports capacities of many of the players, who proved that being in good physical condition results in top performance in many sporting genres. www.

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The American Golf Academy has arrived at the Villa Padierna Hotel, offering something new: the involvement of mothers and children in learning golf, alongside a team of highly experienced teachers. The idea is for the teachers to explain to the mums how to understand their childrens’ needs and vice-versa. The programme fuses psychological and pedagogical aspects, so that mother and child can enjoy exercise in the open air as well as have a bonding experience that will help them learn more about each other, increase their self-confidence and understand inter-personal relationships better. The course, which can be imparted in a choice of English, Spanish, German or Dutch, is aimed at mothers with kids aged four to five and five per cent of all inscription fees will be donated to the Spanish Cancer Association. It lasts three months and takes place twice a week, with each class running for around an hour and a half.

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New Director and Hyperbaric Chamber Therapy at the Xanit Hospital

Xanit International Hospital is proud to announce that it has a new Medical Director: the highly experienced Dr. Martín Vázquez, who has carried out executive roles in the Hospital Universitario Virgen de la Victoria de Málaga (Hospital Clínico de Málaga) and the Empresa Pública Hospital Costa del Sol. Xanit is likewise excited about the success of its hyperbaric chamber therapy, which has improved the lives of over 100 patients. The technique, favoured by elite sports heroes such as Valentino Rossi, is used to improve a variety of conditions including lesions, diabetes, ulcers, skin flaccidity and wrinkles, cellulite, burns, etc. The chamber at the Xanit is one of the most advanced in Spain, with an ability to treat 10 patients simultaneously. Dr. Manuel Pérez Delgado, of Xanit enlightened us on the use of this therapy: “Hyperbaric medicine consists of the intermittent administration of oxygen at a concentration of 100 per cent.”

Avda. de los Argonautas s/n,

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New Medical Director for Hotel Selenza Estepona

The Selenza Thalasso & Spa has a new Medical Director: Dr. Francisco Martínez-Peñalver, a surgeon specialising in internal medicine. His incorporation marks a new level of excellence in the realms of medical supervision and therapeutic orientation. Dr. Martínez-Peñalver, delighted with his appointment, told the press: “We want the Hotel Selenza Estepona to be the first choice when it comes to losing weight under medical supervision, under a strict system of nutrition and exercise, with the help of cutting edge technology. We also want to offer our clients Botox and facial fillers, which both improve the appearance and help fight the appearance of ageing.”

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Fuengirola Masonic Lodge:

Helping those living with Alzheimers The Fuengirola Masonic Society recently met with the Director of the Alzheimers Society to donate a cheque worth €2.000 to help out with the construction of a new centre for sufferers of Alzheimers in Fuengirola. The centre, currently under construction, is located on a 900m2 plot which has been donated by the Fuengirola Town Hall. www.afafuenmi.org

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Toni Dalli Golf Classic Prestige construction company Damon builders were proud to be the official sponsor of the 27th Toni Dalli Golf Classic which took place recently. Teams from all over Europe competed in the event and enjoyed some marvellous golf, playing at Los Naranjos, Aloha and Las Brisas golf clubs, over three memorable days. The winners were Bob Dugdale and John Griffen, and the majority of the players agreed that it had been a very enjoyable event.

For further information, www.damonbuilders.es

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United for Peace

at the Palacio de Congresos de Marbella The United for Peace show will be held at the Palacio de Congresos, Marbella, on November 28 at 6pm, featuring dance, singing and musical performances by children from schools along the Costa del Sol. The show, which has been organised to support The Peace One Day organisation, will also feature art work, short poems and messages for peace from schools such as Aloha College, the English International College, Sotogrande International School, Swans School International, the Colegio Alemán Juan Hoffman and Laude San Pedro International College. The Peace One Day organisation was founded in 1999 by film maker Jeremy Gilley, who managed to convince the 192 member states of the United Nations to adopt September 21 as an annual day of global ceasefire and non-violence on the United Nations Day of Peace, simply called Peace Day. Entrance to the show is free. www.peaceoneday.org

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Fashion Show for Cudeca at Las Brisas

A fun-filled fashion show was held at the Real Club de Golf Las Brisas, featuring garments by Patricia Nahmad, Nicole Gale and Golfino. After the show, organised by Caroline Randerson, a lunch and entertaining raffle and auction were held, raising over €5.000 for the Cudeca Hospice Centre.

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Monaco International Clubbing Show.

November 11 to 13

Party animals, mark these dates on your calendar: from November 11 to 13, the Monaco International Clubbing Show will be taking this Principality by storm. From 2pm to 9pm, there will be exhibitions, activities, conferences and networking opportunities spread out over 12,000m2 of the Grimaldi Forum conference venue. From 11pm to sunrise, some of the world’s top DJs will turn Monaco into the planet’s biggest dance floor, with live performances by Boys Noize, Dennis Ferrer, Bob Sinclair and Joachim Garraud, to name a few. There will be a host of additional events, including a three-day fashion show, a DJ awards ceremony, a bartending flair competition and a motocross FMX show at Monaco port.

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Sky Diving Centro Médico Hilu Conference

The Hilu Medical Centre recently held a conference at the Hotel Andalucía Plaza, featuring talks by Dr. Raymond Hilu, a surgeon specialising in cellular medicine, and Daniel Pérez de Pedro, expert in Biomagnetism. Dr. Hilu spoke about preventative and cellular medicine while Sr. Pérez de Pedro delighted the audience with a discussion on the effectiveness of Biomagnetism in treating depression and nervous disorders.

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Marbella-based photographer Gary Edwards, performed a sky dive recently, alongside local personalities such as Talk Radio Europe presenter Hannah Murray, in aid of the Cudeca Cancer Care Hospice. The event, organized by Babak Alimoradian, Director of adventure events and holiday company TeamXtreme.es, took place in Sevilla, where 20 individuals made a jump to support various charities. When asked how his jump went, Gary replied that it was definitely one of the most adrenalin-packed experiences he had ever had. More importantly, he was pleased to be able to help Cudeca, one of the most active cancer charities in Spain. www.cudeca.org

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The Over 50s Show

at the Exhibition and Conference Centre of Estepona If you are over 50 and you’d like to learn about services and products that could make life a lot breezier, why not head for the Over 50s Show, set to take place at the Exhibition and Conference Centre of Estepona from November 27 to 28, from 11am to 6pm. The Show, now in its fourth year running, attracts over 80 different exhibitors per year and more than 6,000 visitors, mainly from the British community. Discover useful tips on wealth management, computer tuition, health checks, fashion, golf, crafts, cosmetic procedures, etc.

Free valuations of collectibles will be offered by Eric Knowles, who has appeared on The Antiques Road Show. There will also be an art exhibition by the AIA group.

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The Marbella Dutch Business Club has achieved a significant feat: collecting and donating €29.000 to the charity for the disabled, ASPANDEM. The impressive amount was raised at a golf tournament at Finca Cortesín, followed by an elegant gala dinner. ASPANDEM will be using the money raised to buy a nine-seater van with an adapted platform to ease entry and exit for those with disabilities. www.aspandem.org

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Costa Business Club presents Speed Networking Event

The Costa Business Club recently held its first speed networking event, with great success reported. Speed networking is a new concept of networking and a much more structured approach to traditional business networking events.

In two hours, attendants enjoy a series of one-to-one ‘mini-meetings’ with at least 15-20 business professionals. Each meeting lasts approximately six to eight minutes, with each person having three to four minutes to speak about their respective business. The event host calls time and attendants then move onto the next meeting. In this way it is possible to learn about other individuals and their businesses and establish whether pursuing a business relationship would be beneficial.

The next event is taking place on Monday, 29 November at 12pm at Vitania Beach Club, Torrenueva, Mijas Costa.

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Nature’s Last Frontiers

THETRAVELLER LAST FRONTIERS

NATURE’S Can there ever be a responsible way to travel to distant lands to see tigers, pandas and other animals on the frontline of nature’s battle for survival, without jeopardising their existence for future generations?

Belinda Beckett investigates.

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trip to a remote African village revolutionised entrepreneur Justin Francis’s life and has given travellers an opportunity to visit some of the most fragile ecosystems on earth without leaving toxic footprints behind. Since 2001, the web portal responsibletravel.com has brought travellers closer to local cultures and environments in a way that maximises the benefits to local communities and minimises negative impact on nature’s last frontiers.

Justin gave up a high flying job as Marketing Director for The Body Shop to realise his dream. His Epiphany came about during a conversation with a village elder while on holiday in Zambia, where he saw how tourism had provided the community with employment, school funds, a well and a clinic. He also saw the downside in which “tour companies exploit exotic new destinations, then move on to wreck the next unspoiled paradise”.

Justin returned to London with a vision of how holidays could be mutually beneficial, authentic experiences fostered by an industry that worked in partnership with communities and conservation efforts, not against them. With backing from a small group of private investors, including The Body Shop’s owners Anita and Gordon Roddick, he launched the world’s first dedicated travel agency for responsible eco tours. Today the site offers thousands of carefully screened holidays through over 300 tour operators, ranging from relaxing honeymoons to action-packed adventures and hands-on wildlife conservation expeditions where travellers can actively help to preserve communities and species.

In its second year, it was one of the first companies to offer carbon offsets to travellers and, in 2004, the Responsible Tourism Awards was launched. Justin works with partner companies to improve practices and even persuaded tour giants like Thomson Holidays, Thomas Cook and MyTravel to publish policies for responsible tourism. Travellers can use the site to find and book a wealth of authentic experiences and read over 4,000 independent reviews.

Justin is driven by his desire to see a revolution in tourism where, “Instead of hawking a superficial exoticism and a reconstructed ethnicity, the industry treasures and celebrates local cultures. Rather than trinketise them, degrade ecosystems and ‘coca-colonize’ the planet, the industry should be enhancing and protecting fragile cultures and the environments that they depend on.”

This month, in keeping with our theme of Nature & Environment, we used Justin’s portal to select three small group tours and two volunteer expeditions on which travellers can come responsibly face to face with some of the world’s most endangered species. Two of the tours eschew luxury and leisure for hands-on work experience in volunteer conservation.

All of the trips are offered in 2011 by award-winning companies that use local hoteliers, operators and facilities and make many other positive contributions to the local economy.

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Tour Dates: April 4-15; Nove Company: Steppes Discovery HIGHLIGHTS • Tiger viewing from elephant back projects with local experts • ‘Backstage’ access to conservation • Stays in three national parks rts behind duces travellers to some of the expe This unconventional tiger safari intro in Panna, es lodg ble rammes. Based at comforta ongoing tiger and wildlife research prog esh, the Prad hya Mad of ’ Parks in India’s ‘Tiger State Bandhavgarh and Kanha National animal , ralist natu al ssion profe a with guided walks trip includes nocturnal safaris and ers. villag local in a tree hideout and meetings with and pug mark tracking, an evening the g durin ed sight ’ on elephants and, if tigers are The parks are patrolled by ‘mahouts has tour The k.

-bac hant elep ty to view them from safari, guests may have the opportuni visitors sightings over the last two years while tiger for rate ess succ had a 100 per cent and lope ante cats, sloth bears, numerous deer and may also see leopards and jungle i, Delh in l hote star includes an overnight in a fourover 200 species of birds. The trip s. park two r othe the to road Park and transfers by an internal flight to Panna National for the walking safaris. ired requ is ss fitne of A reasonable level carbon offset overy passes on a £10-per-client Making a difference: Steppes Disc ate change. clim an organisation working to slow against flights to Rainforest Concern, Tiger in National Park on Steppes Discovery Tour © Rosalind Hadley

Orangutan infant with mother on Steppes Discovery’s Borneo Conservation Tour © Chris Johnston

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Tour dates: March 7-21 Company: Steppes Discovery HIGHLIGHTS • A tour off the beaten tourist track • The chance to track giant pandas in the wild • Guaranteed panda viewing at a breeding centre This tour to Sichuan and Shaanxi Provinces gives a privileged insight into the panda reserves of Foping and Changqing which have experienced little tourism until now and contain some of the best high altitude primary forest and flora to be seen in China. March is the mating season for giant pandas, the best time for sightings, while encounters with other endangered mammals such as clouded leopard and tufted deer are possible during the forest walks. The tour begins in Beijing and continues to the Chengdu Panda Breeding Centre, with four-star hotel overnights in both cities, before heading off road to track pandas in the wild, in groups of four, with accommodation in local research stations, meetings with conservationists and visits to traditional rural communities.

Making a difference: Organised in consultation with WWF China, each trip will contribute to a fund that supports long-term conservation initiatives in the regions visited.

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Asia’s Big Five

Tour Dates: June 26-July 8; September 18-30 Company: Steppes Discovery HIGHLIGHTS • Three centre tour to Sumatra, Borneo and Komodo • Viewing Asia’s Big Five: tigers, orangutans, rhinos, elephants and Komodo dragons • Tours led by Dr Claire Vaux Oelrichs, coordinator of Save Indonesia’s Endangered Species (SIES) This new two-week tour ventures into areas rarely seen by outsiders including Komodo National Park, home to the world’s largest lizard: the fearsome Komodo dragon. The SIES connection allows travellers to camp in pristine wildernesses not open to conventional tourism on an expedition led by vet Dr Claire Oelrichs, coordinator of the Ecolodges Indonesia Conservation Fund and the driving force behind SIES. Starting in Jakarta and including internal flights, the Borneo leg includes daily orangutan tracking safaris by boat, presenting opportunities to see other animals such as crocodiles, water monitors and proboscis monkeys. The Sumatra tour includes visits to elephant and rhino sanctuaries and jungle safaris to see macaques, gibbons, tapirs, Sumatran tigers, clouded leopards and honey bears. Although most accommodation is in comfortable lodges, a high degree of fitness is required for the forest walks and an overnight under canvas, and clients are advised to prepare with an exercise programme prior to departure.

Making a difference: The tour includes a contribution to SIES to allow them to continue their much-needed work.

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Jaguar, Puma and Ocelot Conservation in Brazil Travel dates: May 15-27 Company: Biosphere Expeditions HIGHLIGHTS • Hands-on work with animal conservation • High adventure in a jungle setting • Working alongside professional scientists Targeted at volunteers wishing to take part in a genuine research expedition which will initiate the first-ever conservation project of Atlantic forest jaguar, puma and ocelot populations and their prey in unstudied rainforest. The Hilaire/Lange National Park study site is known for its outstanding beauty, with densely forested mountain ranges and mangrove lowlands reaching the Atlantic. Volunteers will work with a small international research team, walking on jungle paths looking for tracks, kills and scats, setting camera traps, helping with biodiversity survey work and setting up sustainable ways of harvesting and processing forest produce. Only those with a spirit of adventure and a commitment to nature conservation should consider this type of trip. Flights are not included although everything else is. Base camp is a wooden cabin with tented accommodation. Flexibility allows volunteers to participate according to weather conditions, skills and general fitness.

Making a difference: Data collected during the expedition will form the basis for the management and protection of jaguars and a wide array of wildlife species and their habitats, within a highly threatened ecosystem.

Top cat: the Atlantic forest jaguar © Biosphere Expeditions

Humpback Whale Conservation in Brazil

Travel dates: Any time (usually 2-4 weeks) during the season, July 15-October 15.

Company: Global Vision International Making a difference: After deduction of overheads, all contributions made by volunteers go directly to funding the project to save the humpback whale whose numbers have dwindled to 25,000 worldwide since commercial whaling began.

The mighty Humpback whale cavorting off the coast of Brazil © GVI/IBJ

HIGHLIGHTS • Taking part in whale watching cruises • Teaching communities about whales • Snorkelling and enjoying the beaches of Brazil’s Polynesia The Brazilian Humpback Whale Project was established by IBJ (Instituto Baleia Jubarte) in 1988 to study these endangered mammals during their mating and calving season. The project is based at Praia do Forte on the northern coast of Brazil, nicknamed ‘Brazilian Polynesia’ for its stunning beaches.

Volunteers will spend much of their time at sea observing whales, collecting data through bioacoustic monitoring and developing the picture identification library, cataloguing photographs of whales’ tails through which 500 individuals have already been identified. They will also help with beached or ill whales, environmental education and administration, and receive a full briefing and safety training at sea. This is a no-frills trip in dormitory-style youth hostel accommodation with private bathrooms, hot water, electricity but no phones or Internet access. Prices are based on bed and breakfast.

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Steppes Discovery is a 21-year-old conservation travel company offering exceptional wildlife and wilderness holidays.

The company has formed unique partnerships with some of the world’s leading conservation organisations and NGOs, allowing clients a privileged insight into the natural world.

Having personally visited each of the areas they offer, the passionate and well-travelled team will be happy to talk clients through group and tailormade programmes to offer an authentic trip.

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Eco luxury at Zarafa in Botswana © Bell/ Great Plains Conservation

WILDLY LUXURIOUS

For a completely different approach to sustainable tourism, through the promotion of exclusive high-end holidays for the privileged few, check out Great Plains Conservation. Committed to preserving and expanding natural habitats all over the world, the company was founded in 2007 by five individuals who share the same vision. They include conservationist Colin Bell and Dereck and Beverley Joubert, five-times Emmy-award winning African filmmakers whose documentaries have been watched by billions worldwide. Among the destinations offered is Zarafa, a wildly luxurious new safari camp in Botswana’s Selinda Reserve, on the Maasai Mara’s northern border. Think tents furnished with Persian rugs, copper bathtubs and thread counts to die for, the ethos being that the only way to preserve sustainability is to provide an economic driver for conservation. Hitherto, more affordable mass safari tourism has had such minimal impact on local communities that tribespeople see the animals as competitors for the land.

As such, Great Plains Conservation takes a high tariff/low volume approach by making the experience exclusive and expensive.

Built to demanding environmental standards, the camp is both one of the richest natural habitats on earth and a model of eco luxury with solar-powered electricity, furniture built from Indonesian mahogany salvaged from the 2004 tsunami and vehicles run on recycled cooking oil to keep the carbon footprint to a minimum. The camp owners guarantee payment every month to the local people, regardless of camp occupancy. In exchange, the tribal landowners agree to create and maintain conservation efforts to ensure that wildlife prospers.

Making a difference: Communities become direct financial beneficiaries, earning income streams from tourism, in return for becoming custodians of the African wilderness. Says Dereck Joubert: “I will feel we’ve done our job if a businessman who comes here for two or three days, then leaves on his G5 for Geneva to close a deal, finds that his future business decisions are influenced even in a small way by the green technology and ethics of this camp.”

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Biosphere Expeditions is a non-profit organisation offering safe, hands-on conservation volunteer work expeditions as an adventure with a purpose for everyone. The company bridges the gap between scientists at the forefront of conservation work in need of funds, and enthusiastic laypeople who want to support them during their holiday time.

Open to all, no special skills are required as they will be taught as part of the expedition.

Participants can join for anything from a weekend to several months.

i www.biosphere-expeditions.org Global Vision International was founded in 1998 to provide support and services to international charities, non-profit and governmental agencies through volunteering opportunities, internship programmes, training and direct funding. It offers safe, responsible travel experiences, exceptional training and career development opportunities and the ability to make a real difference through its alliance with over 150 project partners in over 40 countries, working with organisations such as the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and Jane Goodall Institute.

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Private dining at Botswana’s Zarafa Safari Camp © Dook/ Great Plains Conservation

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News, views, what’s on, and page after page of classified ads with everything from property to jobs, services, pets, restaurants and automobiles

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DOÑANA DOÑANA

Minutes from the coast’s tourist resorts as the endangered Spanish imperial eagle flies, one of Europe’s most diverse ecosystems can be found, a last refuge for the Iberian lynx and other species on the brink of extinction. Belinda Beckett reports.

Doñana resident Saliega gave hope to wildlife conservationists the world over when she became the first Iberian lynx to give birth in captivity

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n a corner of southern Spain where the Guadalquivir River meets the Atlantic Ocean lies Doñana, Europe’s largest National Park which celebrated its 40th anniversary last year.

To we urbanites it may seem vast: at 1,100km2, including the Natural Park around its perimeter, you could fit Marbella into it 10 times with land to spare. An untamed wilderness sprawling across three provinces of Andalucía – Cádiz, Huelva and Sevilla – a week walking the nature trails and taking the river and jeep tours would never be long enough to see it all. Yet, in global terms, it’s just a tiny postage-stamp of green on the world map albeit an address that, for its residents, is more exclusive than Marbella’s Golden Mile!

More than half of Europe’s species of birds are recorded in Doñana, many of them arriving in numbers that exceed 500,000 annually. Some 60 different mammals and reptiles, 72 breeds of fish, 800 plant species and 300,000 trees complete the mosaic of Doñana´s natural history.

A richer biodiversity gathered together in one area than can be found in all Spain, Doñana provides a fascinating glimpse of the coast’s natural topography before man came along with his cranes and bulldozers to destroy it.

Colonies of storks, herons and flamingos nest in its protected wetlands; buzzards, kites, kestrels and ospreys soar above its sierras; badgers, chamelions and the endangered Egyptian mongoose are among its forest inhabitants and you might also sight the retreating white rump of a roe deer or a family of wild boar snuffling for acorns. But only if you’re extremely lucky will you spot the tell-tale tufted ears of an Iberian lynx, the most endangered of the world’s 36 feline species with less than 60 individuals represented here. Sadly, the last lone wolf was killed by a warden in 1951 (who was actually congratulated for it). You won’t find camels either although, as late as the last century, a herd of feral dromedaries roamed the area, descendants of the beasts of burden brought in to work on road construction in the 1800s.

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Doñana is a playground for sunworshipping reptiles

Doñana is a nature photographer’s paradise

HUNTING GROUND OF KINGS Doñana’s allure dates back to the 13th century when the Castilian monarchs set aside part of the area as a royal hunting estate. The reserve takes its name from Doña Ana, wife of the seventh Duke of Medina Sidonia whose palace in the grounds is used as lodgings to this day. Other noted visitors include the artist Goya who came to paint a portrait of the owner’s wife, the Duchess of Alba. Since 1653, the area has also been a point of pilgrimage every May, when some one million devotees descend on the funky little pueblo of Rocio for the famous Romería de El Rocío.

However the park as we know it today owes its existence to a group of conservation activists lead by Valladolid naturalist José Antonio Valverde, ‘The Father of Doñana’.

Seeing the beginnings of the tourist boom that would transform coastal southern Spain, he was determined to save this forgotten wilderness from greedy developers and it’s a little-known fact that Valverde was among the founders of the World Wildlife Fund, created in 1961 to foster several conservation projects including Doñana. Thanks to his efforts, WWF joined with the Spanish government in purchasing a section of marshland which

became a National Park in 1969 and a Biosphere Reserve in 1980. The Natural Park was created in 1989 as a buffer zone and the two parks have since been classified as a single Natural Landscape, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994 for their important role as a migratory habitat with multiple ecosystems capable of sustaining a huge wildlife community. Since 2007 they have been managed jointly by the regional government under the name Espacio Natural Doñana.

The National Park is under tight protection, with public access restricted to visitor centres, authorised jeep tours and designated hiking trails. The less strictly protected Natural Park regulates activities such as farming and hunting to allow local people to continue living on the natural resources of their homeland.

Some conservationists have criticised this policy which they claim is permitting intensive agriculture and inappropriate development too close to the park. Poachers (aptly known as furtivos in Spanish) are other rule flouters, sometimes going to the lengths of strapping foam or horseshoes to the soles of their boots to disguise their tracks, although the park wardens know most of their tricks.

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A CONSERVATION CATASTROPHE However, nothing could prepare Doñana for the catastrophe that hit in 1998: the infamous Aznalcóllar pyrite mine spillage. Birds and fish perished in their tens of thousands when a residue dam burst, spewing five billion litres of toxic sludge into a tributary of the Guadiamar River on the park’s perimeter. Earlier this year, researchers at the University of Granada comparing ecosystem recovery described it as ‘the greatest species extinction since the Cretaceous period’ and it was certainly Spain’s worst environmental disaster.

Only a massive €90million clean-up operation by the Spanish government and the EU stopped the contamination from reaching Doñana. Although the park’s ecosystems have recovered, the longer-term effects on the underground water table remain to be seen, illustrating Doñana’s fragility. Nor is the park out of danger yet. The WWF has warned that in 20 years time, tourism’s demand for water could literally drain many of Europe’s remaining wetland areas dry, Doñana included.

Doñana’s rich biodiversity incorporates three ecosystems and 80 distinct habitats. Some 30 kilometres of its rim runs along virgin beach. Cockling is one of the few traditional activities permitted in Doñana and you can often see fisherman standing waist high in the Atlantic waves, harvesting shellfish. The beaches are fringed by a moving landscape of mountainous sand dunes six lines deep, formed by the Atlantic winds and encroaching inland at a rate of five metres a year. Coarse grasses, cistus, heathers and scrub grow on the dunes

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Doñana boasts one of the world’s largest colonies of the majestic Spanish imperial eagle

while trees planted as breaks between them struggle valiantly to halt the sands’ relentless advance.

Seasonal transformations are so marked, Doñana is unrecognisable at different times of the year. In the largest ecosystem, the marisma or marshlands, flooding during the heavy autumn and winter rains creates a surreal waterworld of pools and lagoons that attract millions of migratory birds, many overwintering from northern Europe or refuelling en route to Africa.

In spring, a carpet of greenery creates perfect spots for nesting, when thousands of birds fly in to breed or recoup for the long journey ahead: the spoonbill arriving from North Africa, and the magnificently coloured beeeater. In summer, the strong Mediterranean sun scorches the vegetation to scrub, leaving the marshlands cracked and parched like desert.

Fertile grazing land (vera) fringing the marshes gives way to a mix of scrub and Mediterranean forest dense with umbrella pines, cork oaks, wild olive and juniper trees. Twitchers by the thousands flock here to watch breeding pairs and their chicks and, perhaps, spot a rare raptor. The reserve is home to one of the world’s largest colonies of the majestic Spanish imperial eagle, with 20 pairs thought to reside here. Winter, spring and autumn, there is always something going on; even in summer, when the migrating birds have flown and mammals seek the forest shade, it’s possible to spot some of the more stalwart summer residents: geckos basking on the sun-scorched rocks, aerial displays staged by scrawny griffon vultures and booted eagles, choral concerts courtesy of red-necked nightjars and whooping hoopoes.

One creature in receipt of special TLC is the peninsula’s top predator, the endangered Iberian lynx.

Those participating in the captive breeding programme are sequestered behind a four-metre high electric fence at El Acebuche, a centre established in 2002 by the Andalusian government with international funding.

Those roaming free are closely monitored with electric collars. The birth of every lynx kitten is a time of celebration and every death is mourned. Doñana has one of only two confirmed lynx breeding populations in Spain but it is precariously small and faces multiple threats from road traffic, illegal hunting, disease (in 2007 there was an outbreak of feline leukemia) and shortage of its principle prey, rabbits (nearly wiped out in the 1960s by myxomatosis). Conservation projects in the park are ongoing and range from rabbit recovery work and traffic calming to reforestation, habitat recovery and hunting surveillance. However some conservationists claim that lynx continue to be trapped and shot in Doñana, despite the species being critically endangered, the last classification before extinction.

Every year, thousands of ornithologists, botanists, geologists and zoologists seek access to the park to study this living text book on regional biodiversity first hand. More recently it hosted visitors from a purer science quarter: a team of researchers from Spain’s Higher Council for Scientific Study, bent on proving that the park may be the site of Plato’s mythical Lost City of Atlantis. Predating the Phoenicians, the Tartessian civilisation developed in southern Spain between 11 and 7BC but, until now, historians had dismissed Doñana as a possible site, believing it had been submerged since the Ice Age. New evidence suggests the waters may have receded in time for the Tartessians to build an urban centre which became rich trading gold and silver from local mines before being destroyed in a tsunami.

An area of marshland close to the Guadalquiver estuary has been pinpointed as the site most likely to provide evidence of the lost city. Aerial photos show the existence of large circular and rectangular forms that could not have been produced by nature, and archaeological finds have already proved the existence of Tartessian culture on the opposite bank of the river.

In this, the International Year for Biodiversity, you owe it to yourself to visit Doñana and enjoy its wonders.

Who knows how long it may be here?

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Flamingos turn Doñana into a pink waterworld

u This July, three Iberian lynx were killed on Doñana’s roads, one of the worst death tolls in years. Some

26 lynxes have died in traffic accidents since 2000 but three in a single month is a disaster. u Doñana has halved the mortality of the Spanish imperial eagle. The average annual number of chicks has tripled in the last three years from three to 10, thanks to a reduction in the use of poison against general predators in the area which has accounted for more than 54 per cent of deaths among the park’s breeding eagles since 1990. u Doñana’s experiences prove that global warming is not just hot air but has resulted in changes to the migratory patterns of visiting bird species. Higher temperatures, a gradual increase in both sea levels and salinity and drying of the marshes are some of the other effects of climate change.“Certain bird species that have traditionally wintered at Doñana, such as the common teal and goose, have seen a progressive reduction in numbers over the past four decades due to the gradual increase in winter temperatures recorded at the park since around 1960,” said Andrew Green, researcher at Doñana Biological Station. u In its annual report, Destrucción a Toda Costa, Greenpeace España said some 120 of Spain’s 233 protected coastal areas are under threat from pollution or illegal construction. In total, Greenpeace claims some 18 nature reserves are endangered in Andalucía including Doñana and the Cabo de GataNijar Natural Park in Almeria. “Our coastlines have become a cemetery of cement and the last few remaining protected parts are in extreme danger of disappearing,” said Greenpeace España’s Director, Juan Lopez de Uralde. u Two pairs of ospreys have reproduced in Doñana for the second year running, confirming the recolonisation of the species some 50 years after it disappeared from the Iberian Peninsula as a nesting bird. The osprey is the first vertebrate to have achieved this in centuries although it had help from a reintroduction scheme involving the release of more than 100 chicks in the last seven years, until finally a released bird joined up with a wild bird. The second pair is formed by two wild ospreys of unknown origin. Between the two pairs, four chicks have been raised this year.

Various private companies offer a choice of three guided tours of the park: the Riverboat Tour departs from Sanlúcar de Barrameda at the mouth of the Guadalquivir. The South and North Route Tours by 4x4 extended jeeps depart from El Acebuche and La Rocina respectively.

Tours must be reserved well in advance.

Bring binoculars and avoid summer when most of the birds have flown. Tour operators can be easily found on the Internet.

The park’s Visitor Centres offer maps for self-guided walks along wonderful nature trails and many have picnic areas. All the centres are open daily, year round. El Acebuche (Tel: 959 430 432, 8am-7pm), the park’s main interpretive centre, is housed in a beautiful Andalusian hacienda and has a restaurant, souvenir shop, video and exhibition rooms. From La Rocina Visitor Centre (Tel: 959 439 627, 9am-3pm and 4-7pm) a 3.5km footpath cuts through the wetlands, an ornithologist’s paradise. El Palacio de Acebrón Visitor Centre (Tel. 959 506 162, 9am-3pm and 4-7pm) is housed in a former hunting lodge showcasing an exhibition tracing the history of the park.

The José Valverde Visitor Centre (Tel: 959 439 626, 10am-6pm) is a long drive but worth it for its lagoon and reed beds which attract thousands of nesting wildfowl. *All times given are winter hours, October-May. A good introduction to Doñana in English is provided by the site, www.discoveringdonana.com

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f ever somebody tells you that the Golden Days of Marbella are gone, don’t argue, just take them along on a visit to the Hotel Los Monteros, built almost 50 years ago and recently re-opened and refurbished after a year’s hiatus. The hotel, which now boasts a stunning contemporary design in many of its rooms, was recently taken over by the same group that also runs the Hotel Golf Guadalmina.

They are both emblematic of Marbella’s past and offer elegance, exclusivity and tranquility.

The Hotel Los Monteros was, and continues to be, famed as a haven for a plethora of stars seeking to ‘return to innocence’. An engraved plaque in reception lists illustrious guests past and present, including Richard Burton, Audrey Hepburn, Antonio Banderas, Lola Flores and Julio Iglesias. The hotel is renowned, of course, for once having housed Michael Jackson who, according to the staff, proved to be as entertaining off-stage as on, disguising himself as a gardener to take some not-so-private strolls around the hotel with bodyguards in tow, giving his secret away. He also brought along his personal chef who whipped up some very odd dishes composed of fruits and nuts, carefully inspected by the King of Pop’s security team before being served to him. Michael stayed in the hotel’s Royal Suite, splendidly divided into two floors with all the space, luxury and views one could wish for. The Suite is conveniently

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located in its own wing, perfect for protecting important politicians or press-shy celebrities.

One of the most characteristic features of the Hotel Los Monteros is its pueblo style construction. The rooms are contained in buildings encircling a garden that can only be described as a paradise, with gigantic centenarian ficus trees, tropical shrubs and a tranquil lake which Receptionist Antonio García tells me was once home to a pair of flamingos.

The reception area, warm and colonial, gives way to a pebbled Andalusian patio complete with fountain and Arabic touches. Above the patio lie the rooms, some of which retain classical interiors such as Edwardian cabinets, chairs and art work, and comfy terraces with views of the pool, impressive wooden beamed ceilings, expansive bathrooms and plenty of space. Each room in the hotel (most are suites) is designed differently, a touch of originality present in each piece of furniture. Beyond are the newly decorated rooms, boasting a much more contemporary style. The Full Suite, for instance, is a lovely example of how modern does not have to mean minimalist. Beautiful dark wood wardrobes, slick four-poster beds, exquisite fabrics and stunning bathrooms with grey tiled walls and floors, separate areas for toilets, shower and bath and chic glass basins are highly inviting, offering many hours of pleasurable pampering.

Business events and weddings/parties are another strong point for the hotel, which has one of the largest convention/events spaces in Marbella measuring over 450m2 with a 500visitor capacity. There are seven business halls, separated by sliding panels which can be removed to create greater space. La Cabane, the über-exclusive beach club, is another tempting option for special celebrations with its elegant curtained sun beds, beautiful pool and tempting seafood cuisine.

The staff is no less important, with many members having been at the hotel for 40 years and others, such as Marketing Executive Estefanía Contreras, adding a breath of fresh air and polished savvy to what is already an institution in the tourist sector. The sense of stateliness is present in rooms such as the torero lounge, where posters of bullfights by legendary matadores such as Luis Miguel Dominguín imbue the space with a sense of glamour.

The Hotel Los Monteros is not only an oasis for the world’s top stars; it is also the ideal escape for those seeking peace, luxury and warmth, where sea views can be enjoyed from nearly all rooms, where the pool is a welcoming yet quiet area and where the beauty of nature can be enjoyed for hours on long, leisurely strolls. n

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ocation, location, location… in terms of golf in southern Spain, only two addresses stand out: Sotogrande and Marbella’s ’Golf Valley’, both home to some of the very best courses Spain has to offer. Unfortunately some of other 50-plus courses on the Costa del Sol give discerning golfers good reason to turn up their noses and go a long way to cement the aforementioned areas’ reputations as the very best golfing locations.

It’s very easy to recommend golf courses like Valderrama, San Roque, Las Brisas, Los Naranjos and possibly another five or six in these areas. Every golfer wants to play the big names and, may I add, they won’t be disappointed. The hard thing is to recommend the hidden gems, those courses slightly off the beaten track and possibly not on every golfer’s ‘must play’ list.

Well, here’s one for you, a course I can safely say belongs in the top five of all Costa courses and one that blows most of its competitors out of the water. In terms of location, if you’re not too familiar with the Costa del Sol you may not have heard of it; in terms of quality, it is second to none. This is not me going out on a limb; this is a rock solid tip, a sure thing. If you want to sample some of the very best golf courses Spain has to offer, then pencil in a visit to Santana Golf Club; it’s guaranteed to put a smile on your face.

Santana is wonderful in every way and ticks every box when it comes to quality golf and fantastic service. They know their strengths at Santana and, to everyone’s delight, maintain the same standard of service and quality throughout the year and

never disappoint. You are always guaranteed a smile, always welcome to play and the course is always in tip-top condition.

Santana has singlehandedly rewritten the rules and brought a new area to the fore, Mijas, now firmly a must-visit location and home to one of the coasts finest golf courses.

Set in an old avocado plantation, Santana is almost totally flat and very easy to walk, although there are plenty of buggies on hand. They do tend to insist buggies stay on the paths though, so don’t be afraid to walk if you can. The course is groomed to the highest standard and is almost always at championship level. You can see the effort the grounds staff put in from the moment you set foot on the first tee-box. It’s always immaculate, a wonderful starting hole and not too intimidating; a long iron or wood to the left side of the fairway and your home in two. The first two holes are inviting and ease you into the course, but don’t take them for granted as the 2nd has destroyed many a card; think long and you should be ok.

The third hole is your introduction to Santana proper.

You’ve had your soft intro, now let’s play for real. It’s Cabell B. Robinson at his very best, a visual masterpiece. The sand traps, with their blindingly white crushed marble, are annoyingly well-placed and best avoided, the fairways are generous and inviting, the greens are fast but true. The layout winds its way through eucalyptus, avocado, orange, lime and olive trees, all harmoniously incorporated into the golf course, giving a real sense of maturity to what is a relatively new creation.

Bring your long game to Santana and utilise all of your handicap, that’s what it`s there for. Tread carefully and you will have the round of your life. If you are ‘on your game’, Santana will reward you with a big score; if you’re not, you’ll still have a cracking days golf.

My tip: Book in advance – the secret is out and word is spreading. Santana is fast becoming the course all golfers want to play.

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he British have always enjoyed their Friday night curry but Mumtaz has been turning the tradition into a sophisticated occasion for a cosmopolitan crowd every day of the week, for over 27 years, and not many restaurants in Puerto Banús can claim that kind of longevity. In fact, only two other restaurants have been in the port as long, which speaks volumes for the quality of food and service at Mumtaz. For further verification, ask the Saudi Royal Family who make this a regular haunt when they are in residence on their fabulous superyachts, floating at anchor a mere papadum’s throw from the terrace.

Mumtaz occupies pride of place on the Muelle Benabola, the jetty lined with the most ostentatious watercraft such as Force India Formula One team’s sleek floating gin palace. The restaurant’s wraparound terrace offering front row seats on the action is a favourite place for celebrity watching and tables are in such demand, they are turned over four times per evening in summer.

Mumtaz is part of the Metro Group which owns nine iconic venues in Marbella including Old Joy’s Bar, Metro Italian Restaurant and Jacks American Brasserie, all in Puerto Banús. Following a recent refurbishment, the Indian-themed décor of Mumtaz has a nautical twist with navy and white tablecloths and napkins. Terrace canopies, silk ceiling swags, velour banquette seating and wallpaper embossed with elephant motifs also reference the colour of the sea. A cosy bar with seats and tables provides a comfy waiting area for those ordering takeaway.

General Manager Juan Jiménez runs a tight ship, necessary when he has a team of 35 staff to manage in peak summer months that can be looking after some 250 diners per night. Juan has been with the restaurant since day one and has probably greeted and seated half the footballers from England’s premier league, along with other top sportsmen, statesmen and celebrities from stage and screen.

Mumtaz’s three chefs are from northern India and take pride in using authentic Indian spices for each dish, including black salt, mustard seed, cloves and

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fennel seed, although the more westernised chicken tikka masala is still the favourite on a menu designed for an international clientele. However, as well as popular korma and dhansak you can find specialities like mumtaz soup (with lentils, chicken and rice), channa chatpat (mashed potatoes with chutney and spiced chick peas), roti and paratha flat breads, a good selection of seafood dishes, fiery vindaloos and phals.

Amazingly, considering its exclusive location, prices are no dearer than those of any good Indian restaurant in Spain with set meals from €18. Even the basket of plain and spicy papadums and accompanying pickle tray automatically brought to every diner’s table while they are choosing from the menu attracts a cover charge of only €1,50 per person.

We began with a piquant prawn puri served with individual deep-friend flatbreads, just enough to whet our appetites for more. I can never pass an Indian menu by without ordering onion bhajis and these were tangy and crispy. For mains, I tucked into an authentic rogan josh, prepared with generous chunks of tender lamb and a liberal quantity of chilli while my partner relished his chicken bhuna, a drier-spiced curry with a rich onion flavour. Our pilau rice was cooked to perfection, each grain separate with ‘bite’, while our onion nans were fine and crisp-edged, unlike many stodgy versions I’ve tried.

We ordered chilled Cobra beer to drink, a perfect curry accompaniment although a crisp dry white or light rosé wine also work well, maybe red too, judging from what other diners were drinking.

Indian dessert menus can be a let-down. Not at Mumtaz, where you can try gajar halwa (an Indian take on carrot cake), an oriental-style mango cheesecake with cinnamon syrup or, our choices, gulab junum (moist spheres of fried milk infused with saffron rose syrup) and homemade almond kulfi, India’s version of ice cream with a hint of spice.

With attentive service at a measured pace, no matter how busy the restaurant, Mumtaz is one professional operation and something of an institution in Marbella.

If you have never dined here yet, it’s about time you rectified this serious gap in your culinary education! n

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Top Sunday lunch venue, El Rincon de Gvadalpin challenges jaded palates with an exciting new evening menu that simply sets the standard.

Long-standing foodie Garry Waite and his talented Chef Alessandro Tomassone put the chic back into classic and the fizz into fusion with outstanding dishes like Vanilla, Sage and Chilli sea Bass, Rack of Lamb Marinated in Almonds and Infused with Punjabi Spices, Prawns, Chorizo and Pineapple on a Skewer with Roasted Garlic, Classic Chicken Kiev, Steak Tartare and Coquille St Jacques. Select from a very impressive wine list, à la carte menu and tasting menu. There is also an early bird special menu at €25 per person and some selected dishes for children, who eat for free!

Be charmed by resident pianists providing a relaxed ambience while your tastebuds are tantalised and your culinary cravings catered to – an exquisite experience!

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La Sala: New funky social and dining experience in Puerto Banús La Sala in Puerto Banús recently held a fun-filled launch attended by the who’s who of the local jetset. The new social and dining space offers a wide range of international and Spanish dishes made with top quality ingredients.

Take your pick from eight different areas, including the quaint outdoor Spanish ‘Rincon’, the cosy Lounge Terrace or the bar, complete with high tables. The rear terrace offers stunning views of La Concha, while the à la carte restaurant is set to be a jaunt for fervent foodies. Open every day from 10am to 2am on weekdays and until 3am on weekends.

i C/ Belmonte, Nueva Andalucía, Marbella. Tel: 952 814 145. www.lasalabanus.com The Avenue Cafe-Bistro-Bar Opens in Marbella Located on the main street of Marbella, The Avenue Cafe-Bistro-Bar has become a favourite meeting place for all nationalities. Tuck into a full Irish breakfast with Irish bacon, sausages and homemade soda bread, omelettes or continental breakfasts.

Chill out for the afternoon on the spacious terrace and enjoy the extensive lunch menu or light bites with a glass of wine or beer as you watch the world go by! Relax in the evening and tuck in to a delicious meal prepared by excellent Irish Chef Gareth Moore, who has devised a menu to suit all needs. Specialities include steak and Guinness Pie, succulent ribye steak and fresh fish of the day. The restaurant serves fully traceable Irish beef and caters for vegetarians and coeliacs, all at affordable prices. Catering is available for outside parties.

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Avda. Ricardo Soriano 36, Marbella. Tel: 952 776 964.

Aaron Lordson, King of Soul, at Da Bruno Clients of Da Bruno Sul Mare and Da Bruno a Cabopino enjoyed a fantastic performance by soul singer, Aaron Lordson, who was born in Togo. Lordson, who has played to packed audiences in his homeland and in Europe, began his professional career in 1985, releasing his first album, Think Before You Promise. Since then he has recorded 14 more albums, two of which are acoustic. The talented singer has made numerous appearances on TV, including Hijos de Babel and Tú Sí Que Vales, in Spain. His soothing voice and charismatic personality turn all of his performances into nights to remember.

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New Temptations at Té Gusta Té Gusta, the tea shop in San Pedro featuring teas from around the world, floral and fruit teas and all varieties you could wish for, is pleased to announce that it has just received a brand new batch of teas, which clients can purchase by weight. As the weather cools down, the thought of a hot cuppa becomes more tempting and Té Gusta makes it more pleasurable, with a five per cent discount for a purchase of 500 grams or over, and a 10 per cent discount for purchases of a kilo or more. There are also a host of brand new accessories that make ideal Christmas presents, making the experience of drinking tea that much more enjoyable.

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hen you step into funky, lively bistro/restaurant Casa Mono, it somehow seems that everything fits to perfection. As the friendly waiters, clad in Hawaiian shirts, whizz past the lush foliage on the outdoor terrace and you revel in the lively atmosphere, cool furniture and wealth of monkey imagery, you feel as if you are in a tropical jungle.

Tulio Zampieri, Chef behind the tempting, French inspired dishes at Casa Mono, matches restaurant founder Guy Sirre when it comes to perfection. Indeed, both men boast a professional trajectory encompassing years of training, travel and discipline. Tulio, who hails from Argentina, may not have had a clear-cut idea of his future when young, but once his decision was made to forego traditional studies in favour of the creative, competitive world of cooking, he knew he had found his vocation. At the age of 32, he has already shone in the kitchens of more countries than many of us have visited, and his achievements are testimony to his talent, gusto and insistence on excellence.

Tulio’s path began like that of many great chefs: stewing it out in the kitchens undertaking the laborious task of washing dishes. He then studied gastronomy at The Instituto Argentino de Gastronomía in Buenos Aires, a renowned centre backed by LeNotre. Soon after, he joined the Sheraton Hotel chain, working in Córdoba in Argentina and then at the Sheraton Bal Harbour Beach Resort in America. His first maestros, including German and Swiss chefs, taught him the basics of fine French cuisine and Tulio used that to craft his own style, which he defines as a marriage of the best techniques he has learned along the way, spiced up with his undeniable creativity.

Tulio really came into his own in 2003, when he took up the post of chef at the Sheraton Mar del Plata Hotel in Argentina. There, he was in charge of two restaurants where he learned the ins and outs of purchasing and management (he was in charge of a team of 44). With his new-found confidence, he headed for Marbella in search of the title of Head Chef, starting out under the guiding hand of Mauricio Giovanini in haute cuisine restaurant Messina, and continuing as Head Chef at Patio de los Perfumes during what was one of its best years (2005-2006).

Tulio’s next move was to the renowned El Bulli Hotel Hacienda Benazuza, where he immersed himself in haute cuisine techniques at two-Michelin star

restaurant, La Alquería. “I felt immensely fortunate to have been accepted at the hotel, since it is a kind of Mecca for all chefs seeking to come into contact with the artistry of Ferrán Adriá.” In Argentina, Tulio tells me, nouvelle cuisine was in its incipient stages and his experience at La Alquería was like diving into the heart of a culinary wave that was taking Spain by storm.

Tulio put the techniques he had learned to good use, spending a year at Restaurante Sevruga in Sevilla, known for its artistic nouvelle creations.

The year 2007 marked a turning point for Tulio, since he was able to return to the place he had become enamoured with: Marbella. “I worked as Head Chef at Casanis (Guy Sirre’s other restaurant), where I was able to create the menu, organise events and purchase the food and beverages. When Guy decided to open Casa Mono, I was delighted to be part of a new, exciting project.” At Casa Mono, Tulio and Guy serve soulinfused food, French in origin but with touches of the Orient thrown in for added flavour. “I definitely wouldn’t call my cuisine fusion but it does take elements from international traditions,” he says.

Tulio’s menu for the Autumn/Winter 2010 season is packed with mouthwatering dishes such as crab cakes with spicy mayonnaise, parmesan soufflé, scallops, soups of the day, roast leg of suckling lamb and wild seabass. Many of the dishes are made with different sauces or accompanied by a variety of salads, depending on the day, since Tulio’s first stop every morning is the market where he allows the colour, aroma and textures of nature to inspire his creations.

Frequent diners will be excited to learn about the daily lunch menu, featuring two dishes and a drink for only €16.

When I ask Tulio if being so far away from the land of his birth pains him, he admits that missing his loved ones is the one drawback, though he does manage to make it to Argentina once a year. However, all the travel, change and sacrifice has been well worth it.

When asked if he has any dreams yet to be fulfilled, he answers, “I’d love to work on a cruise ship, which is hugely challenging in terms of administration, logistics, planning, etc.” Already a master of good taste, it is no wonder that management and organisation continue to attract him. A good chef, after all, is a true ‘Jack of all trades’: part manager, part businessman but, above all, a magician of flavour. n

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s a regular reader of this column you will know that we have featured several organic wineries over the years including Schatz (Ronda), Barranco Oscuro (Granada), Robles (Montilla), Albet i Noya (Cataluñia), Ijalba (Rioja), and Pirineos (Somontano), to mention a few. Spain has 290 organic wine producers and reputable bodegas like Torres and Chivite now make some organic wines as part of their overall range. Spain and Italy are the EU’s biggest producers.

Each regional agriculture department checks out organic winemakers to ensure they apply the strict rules. No artificial pesticides or fertilisers are permitted, so if your grapes are being eaten by birds faster than you can turn them into wine, you have a problem. There is a lesser incidence of some diseases (e.g. mildew) in warmer countries, which is why more organic wine is produced in southern Europe than further north.

Organic wines tend to be expensive, and one leading Marbella wine merchant is not a fan. “What is the point?” Julio asks. “If a customer has to pay €25 for an organic wine, and for less money he can get a non-organic wine of a known brand, why go the organic route?” He has a point, so you have to be pretty enthusiastic about sticking to a ‘natural’ diet to pay the premium.

Nevertheless, the price factor is often down to the narrow view of wine makers who sell their product for export at lower prices than at home. A German can drink a Spanish organic wine for €7 a bottle, something that is difficult to do in the country that produces it.

The organic rules do not just apply to growing the grapes but to production methods also. Fermentation can only be assisted using natural yeasts and, if the wine is to be clarified, it must be with egg whites or gelatine. When a bad

vintage results in a poor wine that may die in the bottle, the usual remedy would be a sulphur-based chemical that disinfects the wine and makes it resistant to oxidisation. In organic winemaking, this is only allowed in such small quantities that there is still the possibility of an entire vintage turning into vinegar. All wines contain naturally-occurring sulphites but the policy with organic wine is to limit these, whether naturally-produced or added. The limit is very small (100mg/ litre) and can also affect the staying power of the wine, once bottled.

So how does the savvy organic wine producer get by? A good example is Bodega Robles from Montilla, Córdoba. While many organic producers have vineyards so neat you could eat off the ground, those of Robles look like a wilderness. You can hardly see the vines for the profusion of undergrowth, weeds and shrubs that almost envelop them. Conventional wisdom dictates that to deal with pests and diseases you should drench the vines with pesticides but, in organic wine growing, the principal is simple common sense: let the pests eat what they want and, once their hunger is satisfied, why should they eat the grapes? The rabbits do not eat the vines because they prefer the shrubs and when there is a plague of snails, as happens some years, they do not bother with the vines. The birds eat the snails so ignore the grapes, and soil erosion in heavy rain is a thing of the past as the carpet of weeds holds the soil in place. Schatz’s vineyard in Ronda is a similar riot of colourful disorder.

Antonio Alfonso, owner of ecological winery Zangarrón (Toro) recounts how, not so long ago, the whole area was suffering a plague of moles that were ravaging the vineyards. Since the little rodents only found vines to eat in most vineyards, the damage was extensive and huge doses of pesticides were spread around. In Alfonso’s vineyards, however, the devastation was almost zero and, of course, he used no pesticides. His dog, however, was a victim when it wandered into a neighbour’s vineyard and died of toxin poisoning.

Many producers, such as Cortijo Los Aguilares in Ronda, find the restrictions laid down by the organic sector’s controlling bodies too rigid and have, along with several other bodegas in the area, opted instead for producing ‘natural wines’. There is now an international movement in favour of natural wines, which, while being a commendable step in the right direction by minimising the use of artificial fertilisers and toxic pesticides, are not subject to any statutory control. The basic rules are that the grapes should be hand-harvested and rushed to the winery for pressing. Only wild yeast is used in the fermentation process and no sulphites are added. Implicit too is to use minimal amounts of pesticides to combat specific threats, rather than dose the vines as a matter of course. But the grapes are not organically-grown and, while this policy should not be confused with the bio-dynamic method of cultivating vines (phases of the moon, etc.), many natural wine producers follow bio-dynamic principles.

You will find organic wines in most stores. Apart from the producers already mentioned, Bodegas Navarrsotillo (Rioja) produces good wine in Calahorra.

A well-known winery, Pinord (Penedés), has over the last nine years made organic wines in Priorato, influenced by biodynamic principles, as does the owner of Can Rafols dels Caus, Penedés. This bodega has received notable comments on its Gran Caus white for many years, and its Gran Caus rosado is also very good. They have a marvellous selection of 24 varieties including three cavas, but look out for the Gran Caus Tinto and the Ad Fines (no insecticides or herbicides used, grapes hand-picked), though these two reds are not budget wines. The local distributor for these three bodegas is Cervinco, Málaga. n

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Price guide

Per head for a three-course meal with wine

RESTAURANTS

Clericó

Cancelada, El Saladillo. Tel: 952 784 463

AMERICAN

Open every day for lunch and dinner. Avda.

Antonio Belón, 22, Marbella. Tel: 952 765 683.

Asador guadalmina

Under €25

HARD ROCK CAFÉ

Tango

€25 – €40

Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.

C/Ramón Areces, esq. Marina Banús, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 908 024

Open daily for dinner except Tuesdays. Puerto Banús (opp. the car park). Tel: 952 812 358

€40 – €60 €60 plus

Jacks Open seven days a week from noon till late.

Puerto Banús, Tel: 952 813 625, Puerto Marina, Benalmádena. Tel: 952 563 673

INDIAN

INTERNATIONAL

RESTAURANTS

Nestor

El Coto

Open Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner.

Urb. Alzambra, Edif. Vasari, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 929 020

Open daily for both lunch and dinner. Ctra. de Ronda (El Madroñal), San Pedro de Alcántara.

Tel: 952 786 688

Valderrama Restaurant

El Gaucho Open daily for dinner from 7.30pm. Galerías Paniagua. Sotogrande. Tel: 956 795 528

TGI Friday’s

Open Tuesday to Saturday for dinner only and on Sunday for Buffet Lunch. Apartado 1, Ctra. de Cádiz, km. 132.2 Sotogrande, Cádiz. Tel: 956 791 200

Open from 12pm to 12am. Avda. Muelle de Ribera, locales 4-5, Marina Banús, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 815 993

Red Pepper

GRILLS

Yanx Open from 9am Monday to Saturday and Sunday from 11am for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Centro Plaza, Nueva Andalucía. Tel: 952 818 861

GREEK

Open daily for both lunch and dinner. Pueblo Viejo Cancelada. Between San Pedro & Estepona. Tel: 952 886 307

El Carnicero 2

Open from 1pm-4pm and from 7pm to 12am.

Ctra. de Cádiz, km.176, 29600, Marbella. Tel: 952 765 533

FRENCH

Montecarlo

El Carnicero

Open every day for lunch and dinner. Closed Tuesdays. Avda. Litoral s/n, Estepona, in front of the Palacio de Congresos. Tel: 951 273 994

New york

ARGENTINEAN Buenos Aires South Open Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner.

C/ Virgen del Pilar, 6, Marbella. Tel: 952 779 297

GREEK Open daily for both lunch and dinner. Muelle Ribera, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 812 148

Open every day for lunch and dinner. Ctra. de Cádiz, km. 176, Marbella. Tel: 952 867 599

el rancho del puerto Open for lunch and dinner every day. Muelle Benabola 4, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 816 252

Grill del puerto Open for lunch and dinner every day. Muelle Ribera 47H, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 811 686

MARBELLA CLUB GRILL

Asador Criollo Grill

Open every night for dinner. Marbella Club Hotel. Blvd. Príncipe Alfonso von Hohenlohe, s/n, Marbella. Tel: 952 822 211

Open nightly for dinner. CN340-A7, km. 166,

Old Town Grill

GRILLS

RESTAURANTS

AMERICAN

ARGENTINEAN

FRENCH

Open Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner.

Urb. Guadalmina Alta, C.C. Guadalmina, Local 3, San Pedro de Alcántara. Tel: 952 883 003

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Open Monday to Saturday for dinner and Sunday for lunch. C/ San Lázaro, 3, Pza. Victoria, Marbella. Tel: 952 867 306

puente romano beach club Open every day for lunch. CN 340, km 177, Marbella.

Tel: 952 820 900

Restaurante Rancho Open daily for lunch and dinner. Ctra. Cádiz, exit Las Chapas. Tel: 952 831 922

INDIAN indian dreams Open every day for lunch and dinner. Avda. Duque de Ahumada, Paseo Marítimo 9, Marbella. Tel: 952 820 096

Jaipur purple

Banús. Tel: 952 812 090

auld dubliner

Calderón Estébanez 19, Marbella. Tel: 952 774 578

safFron

Open every day for lunch and dinner. C.C. Diana Park, Marbella. Tel: 952 886 338

Casanis

Open from 7 pm ‘til late night every day. Parque de Elviria, local 7-9, Las Chapas (take second exit, after Hotel Don Carlos), Marbella. Tel: 952 830 146

celima

beach club restaurante grill

cerrado del águila

Open every day for lunch. Hotel Fuerte, Castillo de San Luis s/n and Hotel Fuerte Miramar Spa, Plaza José Luque Manzano s/n, Marbella. Tel: 902 343 410

Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Urb. Cerrado del Águila, Camino del Acevedo, s/n, Mijas Costa. Tel: 951 773 521

al bacar

beach house

Chic brunch & café

Open Friday for dinner and Saturday and Sunday for lunch and dinner. El Castillo de Monda s/n, Monda. Tel: 952 457 142

Open daily for lunch and dinner. Urb. Coto de los Doles, Carril del Relojero, Elviria, Marbella. Tel: 952 839 458

Open Monday to Friday from 9am to 7pm for breakfast, lunch and snacks. Centro de Negocios Puerta de Banús, local 22, Nueva Andalucía. Tel: 952 929 411

alminar

Open for dinner from 8pm. Avda. La Fontanilla, esquina Paseo Marítimo, Marbella. Tel: 952 860 583

Open daily for lunch and dinner. Private parking available. Ctra. Cádiz, km 179 (behind Venta los Pacos).

Tel: 952 857 670/ 629 244 659

INTERNATIONAL

Open daily for dinner except Tuesday. C.C. Costasol, local 3, Estepona. Tel: 952 888 353

khans

AMAPOLA

Open every day for lunch and dinner. Front line Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 814 371

Open Monday to Friday for lunch and dinner and on Saturday for dinner only. Closed Sundays. C/ Ortega y Gasset, Local 87, Marbella. Tel: 952 774 650

Open daily for dinner from 7pm. Conj. Buenavista, L 21-22, Avda. de España, Calahonda. Tel: 952 931 829

Massala Open daily for dinner. 57, Duquesa de Arcos (Sabinillas seafront). Tel: 952 897 358

Mumtaz Open daily for both lunch and dinner. Casa No.7, P.

Open every day from 6pm except Sundays. C/ Ancha, 8, Marbella. Tel: 952 900 450

Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Winter season: closed Sunday and Monday nights. Ctra.

Arroyo de la Miel, s/n, Benalmádena. Tel: 902 102 675

Taj Mahal

Open every day for dinner except Sunday and Monday.

At the Kempinski Hotel Bahía Estepona. CN 340, km.

159, Estepona. Tel: 952 809 500

Little India

baboo lounge and restaurant

Amanhavis Open for dinner from Monday to Saturday from 8.00pm. Calle del Pilar 3, Benahavís. Tel: 952 856 026

Areté Open every day except Sunday for lunch and dinner.

C/ Mediterráneo, Edif. Mediterráneo, 1 (next to Marisquería Santiago), Marbella. Tel: 952 777 334

boulevard

Brunings Open for dinner Monday to Saturday from 7 pm. Las Palmeras 19, San Pedro Alcántara. Tel: 952 786 156

Calima Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner. Hotel Meliá Don Pepe, C/ José Meliá, s/n, Marbella. Tel: 952 764 252

capitán Open for lunch and dinner every day except Wednesday. C/ Avila, Blq. 5, Local 1, San Pedro de Alcántara. Tel: 952 799 635

Open every day for lunch and dinner. Hotel Hermitage, Ctra. de Casares, Casares. Tel: 952 895 639.

cortijo fain Open every day for lunch and dinner. Ctra. de Algar, km. 3, Arcos de la Frontera, Cádiz. Tel: 956 704 131

Don Leone Open every night for dinner. Puerto Banús, Marbella.

Tel: 952 811 716

Don Quijote Open every evening for dinner (7pm-12am. Flamenco show on Sundays. Urb. El Rosario, km. 188, Marbella.

Tel: 952 834 748

el bistro lounge de pan y mermelada

Casa mono

Open Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner. Urb. Marbella Real, Local 16, Marbella. Tel: 952 829 308

Open Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner. C/

El Bolero

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INTERNATIONAL RESTAURANTS

Open every night for dinner from 8-11pm. The San Roque Club, CN 340, km. 127, Cádiz. Tel: 956 613 030

Andalucía, Marbella. Tel: 952 929 001

El Campanario Open every day for lunch. Open for dinner on Friday and Saturday. CN 340, km. 168, Estepona. Tel: 952 880 126

Open Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner and on Sundays for lunch. Cortijo Los Canos, Pueblo Nuevo de Guadiaro, CN-340, km. 132, Sotogrande, Cádiz. Tel: 956 695 114 / 619 694 484

El Corzo

Finca Besaya

LA biznaga

Open daily for dinner. Hotel Los Monteros, Ctra. de Cádiz, km. 187. Tel: 952 771 700

Open daily for lunch and dinner. Urb. Rio Verde Alto, s/n. Tel: 952 861 382

El lago

Finca El Forjador

Open Tuesday to Sunday for dinner. Urb. Elviria Hills.

Avda. Las Cumbres s/n, Marbella. Tel: 952 832 371

Open daily for lunch from 1-4pm, Wednesday to Sunday. Ctra. de Casares, km. 10. Tel: 952 895 120

Open Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner and on Sunday for lunch only. Ctra. Ronda, km. 46, Urb. Las Medranas, local 4, San Pedro de Alcántara. Tel: 951 275 750

EL MIRADOR

Finca las brasas

Open for breakfast every day. At the Kempinski Hotel Bahía Resort. CN 340, km. 159, Estepona. Tel: 952 809 500

el oceano beach hotel restaurant and spa Open every day for lunch and dinner. CN 340, km. 199, Marbella. Tel: 952 587 550.

EL OLIVO Open Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner and Sunday for lunch. At Marbella Golf & Country Club. CN 340, km. 188, Marbella. Tel: 952 830 500

El Restaurante del Casino Open every day for dinner from 8pm-4am. Hotel Andalucía Plaza s/n, Marbella. Tel: 952 814 000

El rincón de gVadalpín Open for lunch Friday to Sunday and dinner Tuesday to Saturday. Closed Monday. C/ Edgar Neville, s/n, Nueva

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Open every day from 10am until late. C/ Las Violetas 7, Conjunto Andalucía Garden Club, Nueva Andalucía.

Tel: 952 815 736

Open for lunch and dinner Wednesday to Sunday. Ctra. de Cádiz, km. 193, Hacienda Las Chapas, Marbella. Tel: 952 831 267 / 831 116

khala

La Loggia

Open Monday to Saturday for dinner. NH Alanda Hotel, Marbella. Tel: 952 899 600

Open daily for breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks.

Hotel Villa Padierna & Flamingos Golf Club, Ctra. de Cádiz, km. 166 (Cancelada exit), Benahavís. Tel: 952 889 150

La Menorah Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner. Arena Beach, CN 340, km. 151.2, Estepona. Tel: 952 792 734

la brisa

LA SALA

Open daily for lunch and dinner. Ctra. FuengirolaMijas, between CN 340 and highway. Tel: 952 580 513

Open for dinner Thursday to Monday from 7pm.

Kempinski Hotel Bahía Estepona. CN 340, km. 159, Estepona. Tel: 952 809 500

Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. C/ Belmonte, Nueva Andalucía, Marbella. Tel: 952 814 145

Galeria San Pedro

La cabaña del mar

La Terraza

Open from 11am until midnight. Closed Sundays.

Avda Las Palmeras 15, San Pedro Alcántara. Tel: 952 780 927

Open every day for lunch and for dinner from Monday to Saturday. Kempinski Hotel Bahía Estepona CN 340, km 159, Playa El Padrón, Estepona. Tel: 952 809 500

Open everyday lunch and dinner. Golf Hotel Guadalmina, Marbella. Tel: 952 882 211

Herrero del Puerto

LA CANTINA DEL GOLF

Open Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner. Casas de Campos, 1, Málaga. Tel: 952 122 075

Open for breakfast and lunch until 8pm. Closed Sunday. Flamingo Golf Club, Cancelada, Benahavís. Tel: 951 318 815

Open daily for dinner. La Cala Resort, La Cala de Mijas, Mijas. Tel: 952 669 000

hotel marbella club buffet Open every day for lunch. Blvd. Príncipe Alfonso von Hohenlohe s/n, Marbella. Tel: 952 822 211

KAMPAI

La Esencia Open Tuesday to Sunday for dinner. Hotel Incosol, Urb. Golf Rio Real, s/n, Marbella. Tel: 952 831 303

La Terraza

La Veranda Open Tuesday to Saturday for dinner. Hotel Villa Padierna, Urb: Flamingos s/n, Marbella. Tel: 952 889 150

La veranda lobby bar

Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner. Urb. Guadalmansa, Edif. Salinas, Local 6, Estepona. Tel: 952 896 495

la fonda de marbella Open every night for dinner. C/ Los Caballeros, 4-6, Old Town, Marbella. Tel: 952 903 288

Open every day for lunch and dinner. At the Kempinski Hotel Bahía Estepona. CN 340, km 159, Estepona. Tel: 952 809 500

karma

La Hacienda

La Verandah

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Open week days for dinner at 7:30pm and weekends for lunch and dinner, closed Tuesdays. Ctra. de Cádiz, km. 136. Playa Guadiaro, Torre-guadiaro, Cádiz. Tel: 956 615 998

Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner. C/ Moncayo 12, Fuengirola. Tel: 952 460 232 / 648 502 822

LOS arcos

Open Wednesday to Sunday for dinner. Hotel Don Carlos, CN340, km. 192, Marbella. Tel: 952 768 800

Open every day for dinner. Hotel Meliá La Quinta. Urb. La Quinta Golf s/n, Marbella. Tel: 952 762 000

los bandidos

ombu

oyarbide

Open every night for dinner. Muelle Ribera, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 815 915

Open Tuesday to Saturday for lunch and dinner and on Sunday for lunch. C/ Acera de la Marina 4, Marbella.

Tel: 952 772 461

magna café

passion café

Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. C/ Calderón de la Barca, s/n. Tel: 952 929 578

Open for lunch and dinner every day. C.C. La Colonia, San Pedro de Alcántara. Tel: 952 781 583

max beach

polo house

Open every day for lunch and dinner. CN 340, km. 198, Mijas. Tel: 952 932 780

Open daily for dinner from 7pm and Sunday Lunch, with club/dancing. CN 340, Blvd. Príncipe Alfonso von Hohenlohe 11, Marbella. Tel: 952 900 380

Mc café Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Marbella Club Hotel. Blvd. Príncipe Alfonso von Hohenlohe, s/n. Tel: 952 822 211

Messina Open for dinner Monday to Saturday. Avda. Severo Ochoa, 12, Marbella. Tel: 952 864 895

mozaic Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner from Monday to Saturday. Urb. Las Chapas, Marbella. Tel: 952 839 901

Miraflores Golf Restaurant Open daily for Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Ctra. de Cádiz, km. 199. Urb. Riviera Golf. Tel: 952 931 941

OCHO

marítimo Benabola, s/n. Tel: 952 819 078

SUite

roca tranquila

Dinner and afterwards dance to music by resident DJ. Thursday to Saturday. Hotel Puente Romano, Marbella.

Tel: 952 820 900

Open every day for lunch and dinner except Monday.

Urb. Torreblanca de Sol, C/ Tortola, Fuengirola. Tel: 952 196 067

Rojo Open every day for lunch and dinner except Sunday. C/ Granada, 44, Málaga. Tel: 952 227 486

schilo Open Thursday to Saturday for dinner. Hotel Finca Cortesín. Crta. Casares s/n, Casares, Málaga. Tel: 952 937 800

sentidos Open every day for lunch and dinner. At Sentidos en Río Real Hotel. Urb. Río Real s/n, Marbella. Tel: 952 765 732

shiraz

polynesian’s restaurant & cocktail bar

Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner. Puerto Deportivo, Local 15, Marbella. Tel: 952 778 334

Open every night for dinner. Urb. La Alcazaba, CN340, km 175, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 816 100

Skina

puente romano beach club Open daily for lunch. Blvd. Príncipe Alfonso von Hohenlohe s/n, Marbella. Tel: 952 820 900

puro beach Open every day for lunch and dinner. CN 340, km 159, Estepona (beside Kempinski Resort Hotel). Tel: 952 316 699

Relais de Paris Open Tuesday to Sunday for lunch and dinner. Paseo

Open for dinner Monday to Saturday. C/ Aduar 12, Old Town, Marbella. Tel: 952 765 277

Small world café Open Monday to Friday for breakfast, lunch and dinner, 9am-2am, Saturday and Sunday for lunch and dinner, 12.30pm-2am. C.C. Le Village, local 15, Ctra. Istán km.

1, Marbella. Tel: 952 771 046

Suave Open every day for lunch and dinner. Paseo Maritimo Rey de España 93, Fuengirola. Tel: 952 866 627

SUMMA Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Avda.

Antonio Belón 1, Marbella. Tel: 952 901 274

Swing Open from 12-4pm and 7.30pm until midnight. Closed Wednesdays. Arena Beach, Ctra. de Cádiz, km. 151, Estepona. Tel: 952 796 320

tanino Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. CN 340, km.168, Benamara, Estepona. Tel: 952 883 259

Terra Sana Open Monday to Saturday for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Nueva Andalucía next to the Casino. Tel: 952 906 205. Golden Mile, Marbella. Tel: 952 777 480.

Marina Banús, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 817 977. C.C. Laguna Village, Estepona. Tel: 951 901 050

The Clubhouse Bar & Brasserie Open Tuesday to Sunday for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Urb. Los Naranjos de Marbella, Nueva Andalucía. Tel: 952 908 844

The orange tree Open every evening from 6:30 pm-11 pm. Plaza General Chinchilla 1, Plaza de los Naranjos, Marbella.

Tel: 952 924 613.

zozoï Open every day for dinner from 7.30pm-12am. Plaza

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Altamirano 1, Marbella. Tel: 952 858 868

ITALIAN Al Dente

SPANISH

Open 7 days a week for dinner. Closed on Mondays. Urb. Jardines del Puerto, local 12, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 906 181

Amore e Fantasía

SEAFOOD

Open every day for lunch and dinner from 7pm onwards. Muelle Benabola, Casa 5A, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 813 464

Aretusa Open daily for dinner. Front line P. Banús. Tel: 952 812 898

Caruso

Oriental SCANDINAVIAN

Open for dinner from Monday to Saturday 7pm until midnight. Avda. de la Constitución, corner C/ Andalucía, San Pedro de Alcántara. Tel: 952 782 293

Casa Nostra Open daily for both lunch and dinner. C/Camilo José Cela 12, Marbella. Tel: 952 861 108

Da Bruno

MEXICAN

Open all day. Pasta Da Bruno: Avda. Ricardo Soriano, 27, Marbella. Tel: 952 860 348 – closed on Sunday. Da Bruno Cabopino: CN-340 Km. 194,7. Tel: 952 831 918. Da Bruno a Casa: Marbella Mar, Local 1, Marbella. Tel: 952 857 521 – closed on Sunday. Da Bruno A San Pedro: Avda. del Mar, local 1E,San Pedro. Tel: 952 786 860 – closed on Monday. Da Bruno Sul Mare: Edif. Skol, Paseo Marítimo, Marbella. Tel: 952 903 318/19

ITALIAN

Open daily for both lunch and dinner, closed on Sundays. Paseo Marítimo Benabola, local 12, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 810 543

MADE IN SARDINIA Open every night for dinner. C.C. Cristamar, Avda. Julio Iglesias, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 906 608

Open daily for lunch and dinner. Centro Comercial, Pinares de Elviria, Marbella. Tel: 952 850 060

Asiatico Zen Open every day for lunch and dinner except Tuesday lunch. C/Lirios s/n, Nueva Andalucía.

Tel: 952 817 691

Dragón de Oro

Open daily for dinner. Avda. Fontanilla, Marbella.

Tel: 952 776 776

Open every day from 12.30-4pm and 7pm until midnight. Closed Monday lunchtime. Ctra. de Cádiz, km. 141, Urb. Hacienda Guadalupe, Manilva. Tel: 952 890 956

Metro

golden wok

Open every day for lunch and dinner. Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 907 037, Puerto Marina, Benalmádena. Tel: 952 446 460

Open every day for lunch and dinner. Urb. Marbellamar, Marbella. Tel: 952 866 840

Pizza Marzano

Open every day for lunch and dinner. At the Hotel Meliá La Quinta. Urb. La Quinta Golf, Marbella. Tel: 952 762 059

Marco dallis

Open every day for lunch and dinner.

C/ Ramón Areces, local 7, Puerto Banús.

Tel: 952 810 448

Pizzeria Picasso

Kaede

Kaiden Sushi

Open daily from 12 noon. Puerto Banús.

Tel: 952 813 669

Open daily for lunch and dinner. Centro Com. Guadalmina Alta, Guadalmina 4, local 2, lower floor, San Pedro de Alcántara. Tel: 952 896 508

portofino laguna village

Kama Kura

Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

C.C. Laguna Village, Estepona. Tel: 952 808 035

Open Tuesday to Saturday from 8-11pm. The San Roque Club, Ctra. de Cádiz, km. 127, San Roque, Cádiz. Tel: 956 613 030

Ristorante Roberto Open daily for dinner. Beach Club, Hotel Puente Romano, CN-340, km 177.5, Marbella. Tel: 952 820 900

Rosmarino della Piazza

meca Open every day for lunch and dinner. C.C. Pino Golf, Don Carlos, Local 1, Elviria, Marbella. Tel: 952 830 365 / 658 646 829

naruto tokyo

Open everyday for lunch and dinner. Muelle Ribera, casa G-H, local 43, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 816 453

terraza dual

Osaka

Open every day for lunch and dinner. C.C. Marbellamar s/n, Marbella. Tel: 952 925 250

dalli’s pasta factory

saleto

Open every day 13:30-16:00 & 19:30-24:00. CN340, km. 166 (Benavista). C.C. Costa del Sol. Tel: 952 885 751

Open Monday to Friday for dinner and on Saturday and Sunday for lunch and dinner.

Second Line Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 815 871 / 952 818 623

Open Monday to Saturday for dinner. Avda. del Prado, Via 1, local 2, Aloha Golf, Nueva Andalucía. Tel: 952 818 112

De Medici

Open Monday to Saturday for dinner and Sunday for brunch. C/Sierra Bermeja s/n, Urb. Ancón Sierra, Las Lomas de Marbella Club, Marbella. Tel: 952 866 627

RestaurantE asiático Bangkok

Open every day from 10am to 12 am. Complejo Benabola 13, Beach Side, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 929 055

Villa Tiberio

Sakura

Open Monday to Saturday for dinner. Ctra. de Cádiz, km. 178, Marbella. Tel: 952 771 799

la pappardella di estepona

zafferano

Open every day for lunch and dinner. Avda.

Jardines del Puerto, L.5, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 817 536

Open every day for lunch and dinner from 1pm to midnight. Puerto Deportivo de Estepona. Tel: 952 802 144

Open every night for dinner except Sunday.

C/Gloria II, 11, Casco Antiguo, Marbella. Tel: 952 863 125

Da Paolo

RESTAURANTS

Luna Rossa

Open Sunday to Friday for lunch and dinner and Saturday for dinner. C.C. Pinares de Elviria, s/n, Elviria, Marbella. Tel: 952 850 148

Open Monday to Saturday for dinner. Urb. El Pilar, C.C. Benapilar, Estepona. Tel: 952 884 687

gold restaurant

LA pappardella sul mare Open every day for lunch and dinner. C.C. Laguna Village, Estepona. Tel: 952 807 354

Leonardo da vinci Open every night for dinner. Urb. Doña Lola, Local 21-22, Calahonda, Mijas Costa. Tel: 952 934 667

Lombardo’s Open daily from 7pm. Galerías Paniagua,

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Sotogrande, Cádiz. Tel: 956 795 924

sol i luna

MEXICAN CHicano Open every day for lunch and dinner. Aloha Towers, Avda. de Prado s/n, Marbella. Tel: 952 819 240

Oriental Asia Food

Open every day for lunch and dinner. C.C. Cristamar 24, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 811 827

Parlez moi d’amour Open all day every day. Closed Mondays. C.C. Laguna Village, Estepona. Tel: 951 901 020 / 672 730 126 Open daily for lunch and dinner. P. de las Orquideas, C/ Iris, 11B, Edif. Excelsior no. 1, Nueva Andalucía. Tel: 952 813 603

Sapporo Open daily for lunch and dinner. C.C. Costa del Sol, upper level. CN-340, km. 166 (Estepona).

Tel: 952 888 710

Sukho Thai Open for dinner from Monday to Saturday.

Centro Comercial Marbellamar. Tel: 952 770 550

Sushi des artistes Open every day for lunch and dinner. CN 340, km 178.5, Marbella. Easy parking. Tel: 952 857 403

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Sushi Katsura

Victoria, Old Town, Marbella. Tel: 952 765 170

817 448

Open for lunch from Monday to Friday and for dinner from Monday to Saturday. C/Ramón Gómez de la Serna, 5, Marbella. Tel: 952 863 193

RestaurantE Eddy & Marisa’s

La Taberna del Alabardero

Open for breakfast and lunch from 9am - 6pm.

Urb. Coral Beach, The Golden Mile, Marbella.

Tel: 952 824 534

Tai Pan

Restaurante El bote

Open everyday for lunch and dinner except Monday. San Pedro Playa, Urb. Castiglone. Tel: 952 785 138. Also at Ctra. de Ronda, km. 167, San Pedro. Tel: 952 786 265

Open seven days a week for dinner. H. Puente Romano, Ctra. de Cádiz, km. 177, Marbella. Tel: 952 777 893

Open every day for lunch and dinner. Paseo Marítimo Rey de España, Fuengirola. Tel: 952 660 084

thai elephant

Santiago

Open every day for lunch and dinner. Golden Mile, CN 340, km 188, opposite Marbella Club Hotel. Tel: 952 779 166

Open daily for lunch and dinner. Paseo Marítimo, 5, Marbella. Tel: 952 770 078

Thai Gallery

SPANISH

Mesón el adobe Open daily for lunch and dinner except Tuesdays. Avda. La Fontanilla, Edif. Balmoral, Bajo 3, Marbella. Tel. 600 003 144

Tragabuches Open from Tuesday to Sunday for both lunch and dinner. C/José Aparacio,1, Ronda (pedestrian street between bullring and Parador). Tel: 952 190 291

Open seven days a week for dinner from 8pm.

CN-340, km.175, Edif. Rimesa, Bajos, Nueva Andalucía. Tel: 952 818 392

Buenaventura

Wok Away

Casa de la era

Antes Disco Bar

Open every day for lunch and dinner. Avda. Julio Iglesias, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 907 304

Open every evening for dinner. Ctra. de Ojén, km 0.5, Marbella. Tel: 952 770 625

Wok Buffet

Casa Fernando

Relaxed atmosphere, free drink for the ladies every Friday and Saturday. Open 11pm ‘till dawn. R. Soriano, 38. Tel: 952 867 868

Open every day for lunch and dinner. Urb. El Pilar, 22, Estepona. Tel: 952 887 092

Open from Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner. Avda. del Mediterráneo s/n, San Pedro de Alcántara. Tel: 952 853 344

Wok Wang Open every day for lunch and dinner. C/ Camilo José Cela, C.C. Plaza del Mar, planta 0, local 1, Marbella. Tel: 952 925 478

yakudza Open every day for lunch and dinner. Avda.

Ricardo Soriano, 29, Local 26, Marbella. Tel: 952 779 166

Yuan Open every night for dinner. Hotel Torrequebrada, Benalmádena Costa. Tel: 952 441 414.

SCANDINAVIAN Skandies Open Tuesday to Sunday from 7pm to 11pm.

Closed Mondays. Avda. Antonio Belón, 26 (behind the lighthouse), Marbella. Tel: 952 776 323

Open every day for lunch and dinner. Plaza de la Iglesia, 5, Old Town, Marbella. Tel: 952 858 069

El Portalón Open Monday to Saturday for lunch 1-4pm and dinner from 8pm-midnight. Ctra de Cádiz, km 178, Marbella. Tel: 952 827 880

Hacienda

bars

Astral Brilliant place for cocktails, beachfront, relaxed, live music. Playa Levante, Pto. Banús.

Tel: 610 015 815

Babylon Funky tunes, go-go dancers. Open Wednesday to Saturday, 10pm–3am. Second line, Pto. Banús. Tel: 625 856 225

Open from 1-4.30pm and 7.30 -11pm. Closed on Sunday afternoons and Mondays. Urb. La Alcaidesa, La Linea de la Concepción. Tel: 956 582 700

Bambina

La Meridiana del alabardero

Cocktails, live entertainment and food. Local 1-2, Pto. Banús. Tel: 952 905 138

Open for lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Sunday. Closed Mondays. Camino de la Cruz, Marbella. Tel: 952 776 190

Clave Latina

la moraga Open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

C/ Ramón Areces s/n, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952

Stylishly designed bar with funky lights and murals. Pasaje 5, Casco Antiguo, Marbella.

Blue Bar

Disco-pub with live Latin music and shows.

Edif. La Terraza, Local 1, Marbella. Tel: 952 821 516

Colonial Café Disco-pub with funky house music and cool

SEAFOOD Cipriano Open daily for both lunch and dinner. Playas del Duque, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 811 077

El Barlovento Open from 11am-4pm and 7.30-11pm every day except Mondays. Puerto Deportivo de Sotogrande, Cádiz. Tel: 956 790 370

Restaurante La Marina Open every day from 1-4.30pm and 8pm until midnight. Paseo Marítimo s/n, La Atunara, La Linea de la Concepción, Campo de Gibraltar. Tel: 956 171 531

La Torre Open daily for lunch and dinner. Muelle de Honor, Club de Mar, Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 811 561

Marisquería La Pesquera Open daily for lunch and dinner. Plaza de la essential marbella magazine 139Li.indd 145

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GOLF CINEMAS bars

atmosphere. Open from 6pm–3am. Marbella port.

Tel: 649 084 172

line Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 812 464

Delfi

As the name suggests, a crazy pub! Open 11.30pm– 4am with live music. Puerto Deportivo, Marbella.

Caribbean beats and fresh seafood. Mar Playa Pinillos, CN-340, Km 158, Estepona. Tel: 952 796 960

Dreamers

Marbella Club Hotel Bar Live piano music. Exclusive. Open daily 6pm–1.30am.

The Golden Mile, Marbella. Tel: 952 822 211

Holds 1,400 clubbers. Plays a mix of house and garage, go-go girls. CN-340, Km 175, Pto. Banús.

Tel: 952 812 080

Megabowl

Elliot’s

Mumbai Café

Close to Sotogrande Port and Santa Maria Polo Club with fine range of champagnes and cocktails.

Cosmopolitan crowd. Open daily 11am–3am. Muelle Ribera, 20, frontline Puerto. Banús. Tel: 952 818 695

El Ranchón Cubano Beach Bar

Navy Disco Bar

Olivia Valére

Smile lounge music bar

Live music. Open on Tuesday and Wednesday from 8pm onwards, and from Thursday to Sunday from 3pm onwards. Urb. Luna Mar, Marbella. Tel: 666 770 921

Dancing, live music and resident DJs. Behind Old Joy´s Pub in Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 817 170

Looks like a Moorish fort outside and a palace inside.

Ctra. Istán, Km 0,8, Marbella. Tel: 952 828 861

News Café

Polo house

Funky and elegant bar bringing a touch of Marbella glamour to Fuengirola. Paseo Marítimo Rey de España, 3, Fuengirola. Tel: 677 086 466

Very popular bar-café. Open daily from 9am–2am.

Muelle Ribera 12, Puerto.Banús. Tel: 952 812 131

Relaxed, colonial atmosphere hosted by James Hewitt on Marbella’s Golden Mile. Tel: 952 900 380

O’Brian´s

Premiere Club

Irish bar with live music on Tuesday and Thursday.

Open everyday. Plaza de los Olivos, Marbella. Tel: 952 764 695

Great live music most nights. Open from 9pm. Plza. de los Olivos, Marbella. Tel: 649 995 277

O’Grady’s

Open every day. Both Spanish and international crowd. Puerto Deportivo, Marbella. Tel: 652 574 483

One of the original bars with a great party atmosphere. Frontline, eastern side, Pto. Banús. Tel: 952 811 438

Seven

Terra Blues

The club for the sophisticated over 30’s crowd. 26 tables available for booking. Open every night. Avda.

Julio Iglesias, Casa Y-Z, Puerto Banús. Tel: 696 566 036

Open 11pm–dawn. Younger, alternative following.

Plaza de la Comedia, Pto. Banús.

Glam Open Friday to Saturday from midnight onwards.

Edif. Gray d’ Albion, Pto. Banús. Tel: 952 817 820

Heaven Café House music with resident Djs. 2nd line Pto. Banús.

Open Monday to Saturday, 9pm–4am. Tel: 952 908 529

La Habana de Hemingway Cocktails and music lounge. Muelle Levante, Local 7, Ptp. Banús. Tel: 952 811 239

Linekers Sport Bar Well-established sports bar. Open 12 ‘til late. Second

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Locos

22 Lane bowling centre and sports bar for all ages.

La Cañada, Marbella. Tel: 952 903 370

Disco pub open from 11pm-5pm. Muelle Ribera, Plaza Marina Banús. Puerto Banús.

Old Joys Pub with relaxed terrace. Live music. Open from 7pm–4am. Muelle Ribera, Pto. Banús. Tel: 952 814 283

Rubi Bar

Suite / suite del mar Host DJs playing funky sounds late into the night the place to see and be seen. Hotel Puente Romano, Marbella. Tel: 952 820 900

Taco Loco

the hogan stand Popular Irish bar with live sports, live music and

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Calle Córdoba 9, Málaga. Tel: 952 213 412

Cabopino Golf

La Quinta Golf

TEATRO CERVANTES

18 holes, Par 70. Tel: 952 850 282

Ramos Marín, 199, Málaga. Tel: 952 224 109

Cerrado del águila

27 holes, Par 72.Tel: 952 762 390 www.laquintagolf.com

TEATRO CIUDAD DE MARBELLA

18 holes, Par 71. Tel: 951 703 355

La Reserva Sotogrande

Plaza Ramón Martínez, Marbella.

Tel: 952 903 159

Club de Golf La Cañada

18 holes. Tel: 956 695 209

18 holes, Par 71. Tel: 956 794 100

La Zagaleta Golf & Country Club

AUDITORIO MUNICIPAL MIJAS

TEATRO SALON VARIETES

El Paraiso Club de Golf

18 holes. Members only. Tel: 952 695 209

Plaza de la Libertad 2. Mijas. Tel: 952 590 380

Emancipación 30. Fuengirola.

Tel: 952 474 542

18 holes, Par 71. Tel: 952 883 835

Lauro Golf 18 holes

Estepona Golf

Alhaurín de la Torre. Tel: 952 412 767

Plaza de España, Recinto Ferial.

Tel: 952 379 521

VERACRUZ CINES

Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club

Veracruz. Estepona. Tel: 952 800 056

18 holes, Par 72. Tel: 952 937 605. www.esteponagolf.com

AUDITORIO PARQUE DE LA CONSTITUCIÓN

YELMO CINEPLEX

Finca cortesín golf club

Los Naranjos Golf Club

Marbella. Tel: 952 825 035

Plaza Mayor. Tel: 902 220 922

18 holes, Par 72, Tel: 952 937 883. www.golfcortesin.es

18 holes, Par 72. Tel: 952 815 206

Flamingos Golf Club

18 holes, Par 73. Tel: 952 113 239

18 holes, Par. Tel: 952 889 157. www.flamingos-golf.com

Marbella Golf & Country Club

Golf Río Real

Mijas Golf

food. Monday-Thursday from 5pm. Friday-Sunday from 11.30am. On the N340 San Pedro. Tel: 952 853 414

CINEMAS & THEATRES AUDITORIO MUNICIPAL TORREMOLINOS

CENTRO CULTURAL EL INGENIO Garcia Morato, s/n. San Pedro.

Tel: 952 786 968

CINESA LA CAÑADA

GOLF GUIDE Alcaidesa Links

18 holes, Par 71. Tel: 952 784 600

Marbella Club Golf Resort

La Cañada. Marbella. Tel: 902 333 231

18 holes, Par 71. Tel: 956 791 0400. www.alcaidesa.com

cines gran marbella

Alhaurín Golf

18 holes, Par 72. Tel: 952 756 733

36 holes, Par 70. Tel: 952 476 843

Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 810 077

Golf Torrequebrada

Miraflores Golf

cinesur

18 holes, Par 72. Tel: 952 595 970. www.alhauringolf.com

18 holes, Par 72. Tel: 952 442 742

18 holes, Par 71. Tel: 952 931 960

C.C. Miramar, Fuengirola. Tel: 952 198 605

Almenara Golf

Guadalmina Golf

Monte Mayor Golf & Country Club

MULTICINES ALFIL

27 holes, Par 72. Tel: 956 582 027. www.sotogrande.com

36 holes, Par 72. Tel: 952 883 375

18 holes. Tel: 952 113 088

La Cala Golf Resort

Parador Málaga del Golf

Aloha Golf Club

54 holes, Pars 71, 72 and 73.

Tel: 952 669 033. www.lacala.com

18 holes. Tel: 952 381 255

La Dama de Noche

18 holes, Par 72. Tel: 952 810 875

Avda. Camilo José Cela, s/n. Fuengirola.

Tel: 952 800 056

MULTICINES MEDITERRÁNEO

18 holes. Tel: 952 830 500

Real Club de Golf Las Brisas

Mijas. Tel: 952 663 738

18 holes. Tel: 952 907 085. www.clubdegolfaloha.com

PALACIO DE LA PAZ

Atalaya Golf

9 holes, Par 70. Tel: 952 818 150

Real Club de Golf Sotogrande

Recinto Ferial. Fuengirola. Tel: 952 589 349

18 holes, Par 72. Tel: 952 882 812. www.master-hotels.com

La Duquesa Golf & Country Club

18 holes, Par 72. Tel: 956 785 014

18 holes, Par 72. Tel: 952 890 425

San Roque Club

TEATRO ALAMEDA

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TRAIN tourist offices

18 holes, Par 72. Tel: 956 613 030

qi sport

Tel: 952 889 150

Santa Clara Golf

Urb. La Alzambra, Marbella. Tel: 952 907 090

vincci selección estrella del mar

18 holes. Tel: 952 850 111

SATURNIA REGNA

CN340, km 190.5, Marbella. Tel: 951 053 970

Santa Maria Golf & Country Club

Marbella Tel: 952 761 475, Elviria.

Tel: 952 834 835

Alanda Carib Playa

18 holes, Par 72. Tel: 952 831 036

SEVEN STARS SCHOOL

CN340, Km 194. Tel: 952 902 537

Sotogrande Club de Golf

Alanda Club Marbella

18 holes. Tel: 956 785 012

Tai Chi & yoga. Pasaje Estrecho, Estepona.

Tel: 952 923 055

Valderrama

SPORTCLUB ROUTE 66

Almenara Golf Hotel & Spa

18 holes, Par 72. Tel: 956 791 200 www.valderrama.com

Ctra. Mijas, 1.5km. Fuengirola.

Tel: 952 461 648

Avda. Almenara s/n. Sotogrande.

Tel: 956 582 000

SPORTING CLUB ATALAYA PARK HOTEL

Amanhavís Hotel & Restaurant

CN340, Km 168,5. Estepona. Tel: 952 888 212

Atalaya Park Hotel

ALHAMAR GYM

TICKET-TO-RIDE

CN340, Km168,5. Estepona. Tel: 952 889 000

C.C. Alhamar, CN-340 km 197. Tel: 952 934 684

Cristamar, Pto. Banús. Tel: 952 905 082

barceló Marbella

ATENAS

Vitality studio

Barquilla 1. Marbella. Tel: 952 776 240

C.C. Le Village, Marbella. Tel: 952 902 362

C/ de Granadillas, s/n. Urb. Guadalmina Alta, Marbella. Tel: 952 889 099

TENNIS

GYMS & SPORTS CLUBS

AZTEC COUNTRY CLUB

POST OFFICES

Urb. Riviera del Sol, Mijas-Costa. Tel: 952 934 477

MUSEUMS

Benabola Apart Hotel Benabola. Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 815 000

CN 340, km 168, Estepona. Tel: 902 875 730

Coral Beach

CENTRO DE YOGA Y SALUD INTEGRAL

Don Carlos resort, leisure & spa

Golden Mile. Marbella. Tel: 952 824 500

Ramón y Cajal 21. Marbella. Tel: 952 773 804

CN340, Km192. Marbella. Tel: 952 768 800

Golf Hotel Guadalmina

CENTRO PLAZA GYM

finca cortesin hotel, golf & spa

Guadalmina Baja. Marbella. Tel: 952 882 211

Nueva Andalucía. Tel: 952 817 074

Crtra. Casares, Casares. Tel: 952 937 800

Gran Hotel Benahavis

Cerrado del águila

Gran hotel gvadalpín Marbella & SPA

Huerta de Rufino, Benahavís.

Tel: 902 504 862

Bulevar del Príncipe Alfonso Von Hohenlohe, Marbella. Tel: 952 899 400

H10 Andalucía Plaza

Dynamic training centre C.C. Le Village, Marbella. Tel: 952 775 021

Gran hotel gvadalpín puerto banús

CN340 Km 174. Nueva Andalucía.

Tel: 952 812 000

h10 Estepona palace

Arroyo El Rodeo, Nueva Andalucía, Marbella.

Tel: 952 899 700

Avda. del Carmen 99, Playa de Guadalbón, Estepona. Tel: 952 790 040

Amapolas, s/n Nueva Andalucía. Tel: 952 817 916

Gran Meliá Don Pepe

HM gran hotel costa del sol

José Meliá s/n. Marbella. Tel: 952 770 300

Fuerte Gym

hotel los monteros

La Cala de Mijas, Mijas Costa.

Tel: 952 587 710

Avda. El Fuerte, Marbella. Tel: 952 861 624

CN 340, km 187, Marbella. Tel: 952 771 700

Hotel El Fuerte

GIMNASIO ESTADIO

Hotel Meliá La Quinta

Trav. Huerta de los Cristales, Marbella.

Tel: 952 828 217

Urb. La Quinta Golf, Marbella.Tel: 952 762 000

Avda. El Fuerte, s/n. Marbella. Tel: 952 861 500.

Spa & Beauty Miramar. Tel: 952 920 000

Hotel Puente Romano

Hotel Fuerte Miramar Spa

HAPPY DIVER’S CLUB

CN340, Km179. Marbella. Tel: 952 820 900

Atalaya Park Hotel, Marbella. Tel: 609 571 920

Hotel Torrequebrada

HOTEL PUENTE ROMANO CN340, Km77,5. Marbella. Tel: 952 820 900

Avda. del Sol s/n, Benalmádena Costa.

Tel: 952 446 000

Pl. José Luque Manzano. Marbella.

Tel: 952 768 400. Spa & Beauty Miramar.

Tel: 952 768 410

MANOLO SANTANA RACQUETS CLUB

Hotel Triton

CN340, Km175. Pto. Banús. Tel: 952 810 500

Ctra. de Istán, Km2. Marbella. Tel: 952 778 580

Hotel Playa Bonita

MARBELLA GUN & COUNTRY CLUB

Avda. Antonio Machado, 29. Benalmádena Costa. Tel: 952 443 240

Monda. Tel: 952 112 161

hotel suites duquesa golf & Spa

CN340, Km217. Benalmádena Costa.

Tel: 952 442 840

MARBELLA SPORT

CN340, km 143, Manilva. Tel: 952 891 211

Hotel Princess Playa

Km171.5. San Pedro Alcántara.Tel: 952 788 315

Incosol Hotel and Spa

Paseo Marítimo. Marbella. Tel: 952 820 944

MULTI SPORT

NH Alanda Hotel & Spa

Avda. Picasso 27. San Pedro. Tel: 952 782 801

Urb. Golf Rio Real s/n. Marbella.

Tel: 952 828 500

New Concept Training

Kempinski Hotel bahía estepona

NH Marbella

Monte Paraíso Country Club, Camino de Camoján s/n, Marbella. Tel: 952 866 843

CN340, Km159. Estepona. Tel: 952 809 500

La Cala resort

C/ Conde Rudi, s/n. CN340, Km178. Marbella.

Tel: 952 763 200

02 CENTRO WELLNESS

La Cala de Mijas Tel: 952 669 000

NH SAN PEDRO

Plaza del Mar. Marbella. Tel: 952 900 420

Marbella Club Hotel

P-E SPORTS CLUB

CN340, Km180. Marbella. Tel: 952 822 211

C/ Jerez 1, San Pedro de Alcántara.

Tel: 952 853 040

Urb. Parcelas del Golf, Aloha Gardens, N.Andalucía. Tel: 952 818 357

Ritz hotel Villa Padierna

Parador de Ronda

CN340, Km166, Exit Cancelada. Benahavís.

Plaza de España, s/n. Ronda. Tel: 952 877 500

FITNESS CENTRE NEW STYLE

HOTELS

CN340, Km207. Fuengirola. Tel: 952 922 000

Av. El Fuerte s/n. Marbella. Tel: 952 861 624

Tennis /paddle classes. Calahonda. Tel: 952 939 595

GYMS

Beatriz Palace & Spa

CROWNe PLAZA

Mijas Costa, Málaga. Tel: 951 773 523

GOLF

C/ Pilar 3. Benahavís. Tel: 952 856 026

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CN340 Km192. Marbella. Tel: 952 902 537

Hotel Meliá Marbella

CN340, Km176,6. Marbella. Tel: 952 899 600

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pierre & vacances CALEDONIA GOLF resort CN340, km 165, Cancelada exit. Estepona.

Tel: 952 889 999

El corte inglés

Manolo Santana Racquets Club

Puerto Banús. Tel: 952 909 990 Fuengirola.Tel: 952 467 843

Ctra. de Istán, Km2. Marbella.

Tel: 952 778 580

Estepona

Miraflores Tennis Club

playabella spa gran hotel

C/ Málaga 82–84. Tel: 952 800 537

Urb. Costalita s/n, Estepona. Tel: 959 528 253

Fuengirola

Urb. Miraflores, Km199. Calahonda.

Tel: 952 932 006

Selenza estepona thalasso & spa

Pza. los Chinorros.

Tel: 952 474 384

Puente Romano TEnnis club

CN340, Km165, Estepona. Tel: 952 899 499

SENTIDOS Hotel

Marbella

Tenis El Casco

CN340, Km185, Urb. Golf Rio Real s/n. Marbella.

Tel: 952 765 732

Jac. Benavente, 14. Tel: 952 772 898

El Rosario. Marbella.

Tel: 952 837 651

Sunset Beach Club

C/ Jazmines. Tel: 952 810 887

Avda. del Sol, 5. Benalmádena Costa.

Tel: 952 579 400

San Pedro

Tamisa Golf Hotel Camino Viejo de Coín. Km 3.3. Mijas Golf.

Tel: 952 585 988

TRH el paraíso CN340, km 167, Estepona. Tel: 952 883 000

Nueva Andalucía

Pizarro, 41. Tel: 952 780 393

TENNIS CLUBS Aztec Country Club Urb. Riviera del Sol, Mijas-Costa.

Tel: 952 934 477

Club deL Sol HOTEL PYR MARBELLA Avda. Rotary International, s/n, Puerto Banús.

Tel: 952 817 353

Hotel Riu Rincón Andaluz CN340, Km173. N. Andalucía. Tel: 952 811 517

MUSEUMS

Tennis/paddle classes. Calahonda.

Tel: 952 939 595

Club de tenis don carlos Hotel Don Carlos, CN340, km 192.

Tel: 952 831 739

Club Internacional de Tennis

Basilica Vega del Mar

Ctra. Cádiz, km 173. Marbella.

Tel: 952 813 341

San Pedro Alcántara. Tel: 952 781 360

Club Madroñal

Bonsai Museum

Benahavís. Tel: 617 647 223

Parque Arroyo de la Represa. Marbella.

Tel: 952 862 926

Club Nueva Alcántara

Bull-fighting Museum

San Pedro Alcántara.

Tel: 952 788 315

Plaza de Toros. Estepona.

Lew Hoads Tennis Club

Museo Cortijo Miraflores

Ctra. de Mijas, Km 3,5. Mijas.

Tel: 952 474 858

Marbella. Tel: 952 902 714

Marbella. Tel: 952 820 900

tourist offices Benahavís Tel: 952 855 500 Benalmádena Tel: 952 442 494 Estepona Tel: 952 802 002 Fuengirola Tel: 952 467 625 Gibraltar Tourist Board Tel: 956 774 950 Marbella Tel: 952 822 818 Málaga Tel: 952 213 445 / 952 216 061 Mijas Tel: 952 485 900 Ronda Tel: 952 871 272 San Pedro Tel: 952 785 252 Tarifa Tel: 956 680 993 Torremolinos Tel: 952 381 578

TRAIN Customer assistance T: 952 128 267 General Info T: 902 240 202 Reservations T: 902 240 202 Ave T: 952 128 079

Museo de Bella Artes C/ San Agustin 8. Málaga. Tel: 952 218 382

Museo del Grabado Hospital Bazán. Marbella. Tel: 952 825 035

Museo de la Villa Plaza de la Libertad 2. Mijas. Tel: 952 590 380

Museo Ralli Urb. Coral Beach. Marbella. Tel: 952 857 923

Museum of Málaga Wines Carrera 39. Ojén. Tel: 952 881 453

Museum of Miniatures Carromato de Max El Compas. Mijas. Tel: 952 489 500

Pablo Ruiz Picasso Foundation Plaza de la Merced 15. Málaga. Tel: 952 060 215

Picasso Museum Málaga Palacio de Buenavista, C/ San Agustín 8.

Málaga.

Tel: 952 127 611

Roman Public Baths Gualalmina Baja. Tel: 952 781 360

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family fun street markets sChools

Congo Come face to face with the world’s largest spider and visit a real rainforest. Inside Tivoli World.

Tel: 952 575 697 Crocodile Park Pose with the offspring of the half-tonne adult crocodiles. Open 10am-6pm. C/ Cuba, 14, Torremolinos. Tel: 952 051 782 El Refugio del Burrito Visit this donkey sanctuary just 40 minutes north of Málaga. Open 11am7pm. Fuente de Piedra, Málaga. Tel: 952 735 513 Fuengirola Zoo Go to mysterious Madagascar, Africa and the Far East. Open 10am-6pm. C/ Camilo José Cela, 6. Tel: 952 666 301 Funny Beach Kids paradise with go-karts, trampolines, mini-motorbikes, mechanic bull. Open daily.

East side of Marbella. Tel: 952 823 359

AFA Marbella – Football Academy Football

Ice Skating Rink and Indoor Swimming Pool New sports centre with public ice skating, in-

Academy for boys and girls of all ages, just opposite La Cañada in Marbella. Training is on Mondays and Wednesdays. Call Craig on 609310409 for more info. www.afamarbella.com Born to be Wild Jeep and dolphin Eco-tours for the whole family. Open 9am-8pm. Blue Dolphin Beach Club, Estepona Beach. Tel: 639 720 246 Cable Ski Marbella Water ski cable system and pool. Open 11am-9pm (closed Mondays). Urb. Las Medranas, San Pedro. Tel: 952 785 579

door pool, children’s pool. Avda. García Lorca, Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmádena. Tel: 952 577 050 Jayne Melville Performing Arts Courses at all levels: ballet, tap, jazz/modern, hip-hop/street, drama, mime and singing. London Studio Centre. Tel: 952 906 865 Karting Club Málaga Go-kart circuit for kids and adults who feel a need for speed. Open 10am-midnight. Ctra. De Coin, Mijas Costa. Tel: 952 581 704 Natura Aventura Theme Park Rock climbing

sChools Ecos College Ages 1–18. Elviria.

Performing Arts Academy

Ages 3-18. Nueva Andalucía.

Tel: 952 814 133

Tel: 952 831 027

Ages 3-18. Marbella.

Tel: 952 906 865

Angela’s School

English InteRnational College

Ages 6-14. Marbella.

Tel: 952 823 042

Ages 3–20. Elviria. Tel: 952 831 058/9

british school of marbella

Fiona Jones School of Dance

Ages 18 months-6. Marbella.

Tel: 952 779 264

Ages 9–14. Manolo Santana Racquets Club. Fuengirola.

Tel: 610 764 439

Calahonda International College Ages 3-18. Tel: 952 930 080

Hijas de María Auxiliadora

Calpe School

Ages 3-12. Marbella. Tel: 952 771 396

Ages 3–8. San Pedro.

Tel: 952 786 029

III language schools

Atalaya, Estepona. Tel: 952 928 444

San Pedro. Tel: 952 778 492 Marbella. Tel: 952 822 191 Nueva Andalucía. Tel: 952 908 558 Estepona. Tel: 952 794 059

Colegio Alborán

Inlingua Language School

Ages 3-18. Ricmar.

Tel: 952 839 645

All ages. Marbella. T: 952 774 942

Colegio Alemán

the InteRnational SCHOOL of ESTEPONA Ages 2-12.

Ages 3-18. Elviria. Tel: 952 831 417

Estepona. Tel: 952 884 789

Colegio Las Chapas

Laude San pedro international college Ages 2–18. San Pedro.

Ages 5–18, girls school. Elviria.

Tel: 952 831 616

Swim Bebé Swim Swimming classes for under 4’s and AquaNatal classes for mums-to-be. Tel: 617 520 588 / 609 474 038 Swim Squad Swimming lessons and Pool Parties.

Professionally run by fully ASA qualified swimming teachers and lifesaving staff. Child protection approved. Tel: 697 714 905 Teleférico Benalmádena Cable car to top of Calamorro mountain, falconry, trekking and horseriding. Arroyo de la Miel. Open 10am-6pm. Tel: 902 190 482 Tennis Camp Tennis lessons for kids from 4 years on, with professional coaches. Open 10am-1pm.

Club del Sol, Calahonda. Tel: 952 939 595 The Music Factory Music, dance and drama academy in Mijas Costa. First class free. Hip hop, ballet, tap, modern, yoga and freestyle. Tel: 952 582 077 The Swimming School (Marbella) Professionally run Learn to Swim ASA swimming courses for children aged 4-12. Tel: 657 581 961 Tivoli World Biggest amusement park on the Costa del Sol. Open daily from 1pm. Avda. de Tivoli, Benalmádena. Tel: 952 577 016 Trenecito de Marbella Take a relaxing way to view the main sights of Marbella. Daily 10am-1pm.

Paseo Maritimo. Tel: 639 765 981

street markets

Aloha College

Childrens placE Bilingual nursery

Peter Pan School

Monday benahavís Arts & Crafts. Village Square, from 8pm

Istán

La Víbora, 9am-2pm

At the entrance to the town, 9am-2pm

Rincón de la Victoria

La Cala

Marbella

Recinto Ferial, 9am-1pm

Málaga.Plaza de la Iglesia, 9am-1pm

Thursday Alhaurín El Grande

Saturday Coín

Saint George’s School

Fairground (Avda. de Juan Alameda), 9am-2:30pm

Tuesday Churriana

By the Guardia Civil Offfices, City Centre, 9am-1pm

C/ Urbano Pineda, 9am-1pm

Ages 2-8. San Pedro.

Tel: 952 786 606

Málaga

Recinto Ferial, 9am-1pm

Sotogrande International School

9am-1pm

Maro

Ages 2–18. Sotogrande.

Tel: 956 795 902

Recinto Ferial (close to the CN340, on the same side as the bullring), 9am-2:30pm

Opposite the Guardia Civil Offices, City Centre.

9am-1pm

San Pedro

Mijas Costa Las Lagunas, 9am-2pm

Ages 0-3. Bilingual nursery.

San Pedro. Tel: 952 782 051 Benalmádena. Tel: 952 562 103

St. Javier’s International School

Fuengirola

La Cala

Close to the Nerja Caves, 9am-1pm

Ages 1-7. Marbella. Tel: 952 823 457

C/ Los Huertos, 8am-2:30pm

By the sports pavilion, in the Divina Pastora district, 9am-2pm

Stagecoach Theatre Arts School

Nerja

Torre del Mar

C/ Chaparil, 9am-1pm

Avda. Europa, 9am-1pm

Ages 4-16.

Tel: 952 900 453

Wednesday Alhaurín de la Torre

Torremolinos

Ages 2–18. Torremolinos.

Tel: 952 383 164

Avda. del Limón, 9am-2pm

Vélez Málaga

benahavís Arts & Crafts. Village Square, from 8pm

Opposite the Guardia Civil Offices, City Centre, 9am-1pm

Estepona

Swans School international marbella

Benalmádena Costa

Friday Benalmádena

Recinto Ferial, 9am-2:30pm

Málaga

Sunny View School

Monda

El Calvario, near Town Hall, 9am-1pm

Nueva Andalucía Next to the bullring. Park near CN340 and walk upwards, 9am-1pm

Sunday benahavís Arts & Crafts. La Ermita Park, from 10pm Puerto Deportivo, 9am-1pm

Fuengirola

Colegio San José Guadalmina

Tel: 952 799 900

Ages 3–12. Marbella Tel: 952 773 248

Mayfair Academy

TLC Tutorial College

Tel: 952 883 858 Estepona.

Tel: 952 800 148

Ages 4-18. Atalaya Park, Estepona.

Tel: 952 784 923

Ages 13-18. Calahonda.

Tel: 952 933 249

Calahonda Calypso, 9am-2pm

In the area between Tivoli World and the Plaza San Pedro, 9am-1pm

Dolphin Nursery

Monseñor Rodrigo Bocanegra

wendy kindergarten

Estepona

Calahonda

Next to Rosaleda football stadium, 9am-2pm

Ages 4 months - 5 years. Marbella.

Tel: 952 772 910

Avda. Juan Carlos II, 9am2:30 pm

Calypso, 9am-2pm

Sotogrande

Las Chapas

At the Marina, 9am-1pm

Ages 6 months-5 years. San Pedro.

Tel: 952 799 563

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wall, pot holing, kayaks, quads, archery, paintball etc.

C/ Santa Beatriz, San Pedro. Tel: 902 011 077 Original Dolphin Safari Watch, touch and swim with dolphins. Open 10am-5pm. Marina Bay, Gibraltar. Tel: 9567 71 914 Parque Acuático Mijas Thrills and spills to be had in this family friendly water park. Open daily from 10am. Fuengirola by-pass. Tel: 952 460 404 Plaza Mayor Family entertainment with multiscreen cinema, bars, restaurants, bowling alley and kids play area. Málaga. Tel: 952 247 580 Saturday Club Ages 6 to 12, tennis, martial arts, skating, aerobics, dance and ball games. Open 9.30am-2pm. Route 66, Fuengirola. Tel: 952 448 713 Sealife Centre See 2 metre long sharks. Touch pools and walk-though glass tunnel. Open daily 10am-6pm. Benálmadena Port. Tel: 952 560 150 Selwo Adventure Park Over 2,000 animals, 4x4 tours, plus adventure activities. Open 10am-9pm.

CN340 Km 162.5, Estepona. Tel: 902 190 482 Selwo Marina Dolphins, exotic birds, penguins and virtual reality shows. Open 10am-6pm. Parque de la Paloma, Benalmádena. Tel: 902 190 482 Steam Train Ride Enjoy a steam train ride crossing the Andalusian mountains with a scenic trip from San Roque to Ronda. Tel: 952 931 186

Ages 3-16. Marbella. Tel: 952 770 077

(Second hand items) Recinto Ferial, 10am-2pm

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THEBLOG PETS If you love your dog, don’t think that you’re doing it any favours by feeding it your table scraps, or ‘treating’ it with foods meant for people. Be especially careful to avoid the following: u All alcoholic beverages: these can cause your dog to go into a coma. u Baby food: this often contains onion powder which is toxic to dogs. All forms of garlic or onion are a no-no, as they can result in nutritional deficiencies. u Bones from fish, chicken and beef: these can lacerate the digestive system. u Cat food: contains more protein and fat than a dog’s system can bear. u Chocolate and caffeine: these can affect the heart and nervous system.

u Fat: can cause pancreatitis. u Grapes and raisins: harmful to dogs’ kidneys. u Nuts: many are toxic to dogs, affecting their digestive and

nervous systems. u Milk: many adult dogs and cats do not have enough lactase, the enzyme which breaks down the lactose in milk. u Mushrooms: these are toxic to dogs, and can cause death. u Potato: contains oxalates, which can affect the digestive and nervous systems. u Raw eggs: these can cause skin problems or even salmonella poisoning. Also avoid raw fish, which can cause severe problems including seizures.

Report Marisa Cutillas

Harmful Dog Treats

Princess Abby is The Ugliest Dog In The World Every year, dog lovers from around the world gather to watch one of the most fun contests ever: The World’s Ugliest Dog Competition, celebrated at the Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma, California. While I admit to being slightly shocked when I first heard of this celebration of ugliness, further investigation pleasantly surprised me as I noted that, far from mocking physically disadvantaged pets, it promotes their uniqueness and the great love owners have for them, regardless of looks, age and other superficialities. This year’s winner was the fantastic Princess Abby, rescued off the streets six months ago by the Humane Society in California and adopted by Californian Kathleen Francis. Princess is a Chihuahua whose back legs are longer than her front. She has a missing eye, mismatched ears and a fantastic ability to dance for a crowd on her hind legs. Her owner, Kathleen, could not contain her emotion when Princess Abby was proclaimed winner, telling the press, “She’s my best friend.

Abby’s done more for me than I’ve done for her.”

Abby won the Pedigree Class and also beat the winner of the mutt division, a canine called Chopper, described by the competition MC as, “So hairy, if he was dropped in the Gulf he’d absorb all the oil himself.”

Abby also won the Champion Class, beating last year’s winner Pabst (who has a severe underbite) and Rascal, who won in 2002 and now appears in horror flicks.

Abby won $1,600 and a one-year modelling contract. The competition’s vet, Dr. Karen Halligan, said, “Princess Abby is the poster child for spaying and neutering your animals. Her looks probably stem from being inbred.”

Following Abby’s win, the crowd also enjoyed a Dog Lover’s Festival and an Ugly Is The New Beautiful Fashion Show.

Why Should I Neuter My Cat? While it is normal to fear letting your pets go under the knife for neutering procedures, the benefits are so numerous that it could be one of the best decisions you make. While most veterinarians recommend early neutering (at around six months old), it is never too late if your cat is still in good health. Some of the benefits of neutering include: u Avoidance of behavioural problems when in heat: Female cats will often display erratic behaviour at this time, including crying, wailing, rolling on the floor and rubbing up against people, animals and objects. They may raise their tail and urinate on furniture as well, and we all know how difficult it can be to remove that smell! Female cats will also try their best to escape and, if you’re unlucky, you could find yourself with a litter of kittens you may not be ready for. Male cats, meanwhile, will spray urine around the house to mark their territory when nearby female cats are in heat. Neutered males will also be less likely to escape in search of females in heat, thereby reducing the risks of being run over or attacked by other cats. Cats will also be less likely to contract viruses such as the Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (Feline AIDS), which is passed on through saliva. u Neutering reduces the risk of mammary gland tumour formation. These tumours are nearly always malignant and could put an early end to your cat’s life. u Neutering decreases the risk of uterine infections and diseases such as endometritis and pyometra, which can be life-threatening. u Neutering decreases the risk of testicular cancer in males.

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WHAT’S ON

CINE CLUB – MARBELLA Cine Club Buñuel shows films in their original language, Marbella Instituto Río Verde, 8pm and 10.15pm, entry €3. Further information, Tel: 952 774 638.

Thursday November 4, 11, 18 ART OF CONVERSATION – MÁLAGA Educational series based on conversations between new and leading artists and professional art critics, held at CAC Málaga, 7pm. Subscriptions, €30. Forms from the theatre box office or download from www.cacmalaga.org

Every Thursday John Bock

Until November 12 AUTUMN FESTIVAL – GIBRALTAR Concerts, theatre, art exhibitions, lectures and many more events daily at this annual cultural festival on The Rock. Full programme from the tourist office in Casemates Square or contact The Ministry of Culture, Tel: +350 20047592 Email: minculture@gibtelecom.net

Until November 14 EXHIBITION – MÁLAGA German artist John Bock solo exhibition showcasing contemporary experimental film and video installations, Contemporary Arts Centre.

Further information, www.cacmalaga.org

Until November 19 EXHIBITION – FUENGIROLA Paintings and sculptures by José María Córdoba, Casa de la Cultura, inauguration on 22nd at 8.30pm. Further information, www.fuengirola.org

Until November 28 EXHIBITION – MÁLAGA Exhibition by Dexter Dalwood, one of this year’s short-listed Turner Prize nominees, CAC Málaga.

Further information, www.cacmalaga.org

Until December 11 EXHIBITION – MARBELLA Normandie: Les Rivages de Débarquemen, photos and videos by Eduardo Nave, Museo del Grabado, Marbella Old Town. Also until January 28th, graphic art by Jan Hendrix. Further information, Tel: 952 765 741.

Until January 30 EXHIBITION – MÁLAGA Toys of the Avant-garde, a collection of more than 400 educational games, toys, books and artworks created by artists such as Picasso, Miró, Cartier-Bresson and Paul Klee, Picasso Museum.

Further information, Tel: 952 127 600/ www. museopicassomalaga.org

with fellow native speakers, 10am-11.30am.

Inscription/further information, Mijas Town Hall Foreigner’s Department, Tel: 952 589 010/ frd@ mijas.es

Every Tuesday BRIDGE CLUB – CASARES Friendly Duplicate Bridge, Host System, 6-9pm, Albayt Resort (exit A7 at km. 149), free parking. All players accommodated. Further information, Tel: 622 573 993/ www.cbc.pageseuro.net

Wednesday November 3 Exhibition – Estepona Young Artists Against Animal Abuse art exhibition at The Cultural Centre of Estepona, Tel: 699 316 394 / www.planeta-animal.org

Every first Wednesday of the month CULTURE & COCKTAIL – MARBELLA The Asociación de Arte y Cultura Marbella monthly cocktail party at Magna Café, Magna Marbella Golf. Further information, www.culturamarbella. org/ lorraine@culturamarbella.org

Every Wednesday TOASTMASTERS CLUB – MARBELLA Weekly meeting of this public speaking organisation, 7.30pm at Aloha Gardens, Nueva Andalucía, above Café El Jardin. Further information, http://theachievers.freetoasthost.org BRIDGE CLUB – CASARES COSTA Duplicate Bridge Club meets 7pm at the Centro Comercial, Urb. Marina de Casares. Partners found for single players. Further information, Tel: 952 893 633/ cbc@pageseuro.net.

Every Wednesday & Thursday

CINE CLUB – ESTEPONA Top films shown weekly in Spanish or original soundtrack, Padre Manuel Cultural Centre, 9pm.

Entry €3. Further information, Tel: 952 802 002/ www.estepona.es DINE & DANCE – MARBELLA Dining and dancing with live music (rumba, salsa, disco, tango) by popular local duo Pilar and Carlos, at Da Bruno Sul Mare, Edif. Skol, from 9.30pm.

Further information, Marta Olea, Tel: 636 466 179/ www.dabruno.com

Friday November 5 SPANISH DANCING – FUENGIROLA Traditional Spanish dancing by the Municipal Dance Group, including verdiales and popular flamenco, 8.30pm, Casa de la Cultura, entry free.

Further information, www.fuengirola.org Rock n’ roll concert – málaga Loquillo plays at Paris 15 at 9pm. Tickets available on www.ticktackticket.com

Friday November 5-14 BLUES AT MOONLIGHT FESTIVAL Fourth edition of this popular blues festival headlining eight concerts and five international groups in several venues: 5th: French rock ’n’ roller Phil Riza at Louie Louie, Estepona, 10pm.

6th: Phil Riza at The Whiskers, Málaga, 10pm.

10th: Phil Riza at Bar Dentro, Marbella, 10pm.

11th: Phil Riza at Tex Mex Paradise Cantina, Benalmádena Puerto Marina, 11pm.

12th: The Dirty Robbers, The Margoes and The Donald Reagans, Moonlight Cabaret Theatre, Hotel Sunset Beach Club, Benalmádena, 9pm.

13th: American band Nick Curran & The Lowlifes with Nico Duportal, the Smoky Joe Combo and Nu

Niles, Moonlight Cabaret Theatre, 9pm.

14th: Closing Party and Jam Session, Tex Mex Paradise Cantina, Benalmádena Puerto Marina, 1pm.

Free of charge for all except November 12 and 13 concerts when prices are €15 and €25 respectively or €35 for a weekend pass. All prices + service charges. Tickets from El Corte Inglés, Tel: 902 400 222/ www.elcorteingles.es THEATRE – FUENGIROLA Cole Porter’s hit musical, Anything Goes, Salon Variétes Theatre, nightly at 8pm, Sunday at 7pm.

Box office, Tel: 952 474 542, open Monday-Friday from 10.30am-1.30pm and 7-8pm. Further information, www.salonvarietestheatre.com

Saturday November 6 DANCE MASTERCLASS – ESTEPONA Masterclass in funk, hip-hop and other styles of dancing, 4pm to 8pm. IES Monterroso, price €35.

Further information, www.estepona.es

Every Saturday and Sunday KIDS’ CAMP – MARBELLA Aloha Gardens Multi-Sports Club weekend camp for 4-14 year-olds, 10.30am-1pm. Activities include tennis, football, cricket, basketball, hockey, handball, paddle tennis. Further information, Tel: 952 814 086.

Every first Sunday of the month OPEN DAY – MIJAS PAD animal shelter, Cerros del Aguila, welcomes visitors from 12-3pm. Further information, Tel: 952 486 084/ info@padcatsanddogs.org

Monday November 8 NADFAS LECTURE – FUENGIROLA The Lloyd Rowcroft Oriental Carpet and Textile Specialist Lecture: Glass with Royal Connections, 4.30pm, Salon Variétes Theatre. For information on other social events or membership, contact Pauline, Tel: 952 382 713/ www. nadfascostadelsol.org

Tuesday November 9 ILLUSTRATED NADFAS TALK – LOS BOLICHES Emile Galle and Rene Lalique. A talk on two of the greatest French masters of Art Nouveau and Art Deco glass by Charles Hajdamach, 10.30am, St.Andrew’s Church Hall. Further information, www.nadfascostadelsol.org

Every second Tuesday of the month JAZZ – ESTEPONA The coast’s Jazz Appreciation Society meets at Benavista Country Club, 8pm. Classic videos followed by a live jazz performance plus dinner.

To book, Tel: 952 888 106. Further information from Brian Parker, Tel: 669 504 942.

Thursday November 11-30

New and regular events

EXHIBITION – LOS BOLICHES Photographic exhibition of portrait shots by Davinia Muñoz, Tenencia de Alcaldía de Los Boliches, inauguration on 11th at 8.30pm, entry free. Further information, www.fuengirola.org

Monday November 1

ALL SAINT’S DAY – NATIONAL HOLIDAY

Every Monday and Wednesday LANGUAGE WORKSHOPS – MIJAS PUEBLO Spanish/English and English/Spanish conversation

Friday November 12 Dexter Dalwood

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THEATRE – FUENGIROLA Las Manos de Euridice, a monologue by Ernesto García Aznar, 8.30pm, Casa de la Cultura, entry €5. Further information, www.fuengirola.org CHARITY BREAKFAST – MARBELLA Charity breakfast in aid of the Fundación Cesare Scariolo at the Hotel Meliá Don Pepe. Further information from the hotel, Tel: 952 770 300/ www.cesarescariolo.org

Saturday November 13 CONCERT – MARBELLA 200 Años con Chopin, string quartet version of Chopin’s two concerts for piano and orchestra, Vasari Centre, 8.30pm, tickets from Fnac La Cañada. Further information, Tel: 689 000 944/ www.musicaconencanto.org Concert – Málaga El Pescao plays at Paris 15 at 10pm. Tickets available on www.ticktackticket.com CHARITY DINNER – MARBELLA Organised by networking group Business 1st in aid of local dog charity FAMA at El Chaparral Golf clubhouse. Tickets, €45, include champagne reception, three-course dinner, raffle and music by the Tres Divos and readings by international clairvoyant Ann Margret. To book, call Tel: 664 227 200/ www.business1st.es

Tuesday November 16, 23 CINE-OPERA – MARBELLA Screening of Puccini’s Madame Butterfly and Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake on 16 and 23 respectively, 8pm, Plaza del Mar Cinesur. Further information, www.cinesur.com

Every third Tuesday of the month FLORAL ART CLUB – ESTEPONA Meets from 3-5pm at Benavista Country Club, with monthly NAFAS demonstrators. Further information from chairman Marilyn Pemberton, Tel: 952 928 197.

Wednesday November 17 POETRY READING – MARBELLA Vive el Instante, series of poetry readings. This month, poet and novelist Ángela Vallvey reads selections from her works, 8pm, Cortijo Miraflores Cultural Centre. Further information, Tel: 952 765 996.

Thursday November 18 LECTURE – FUENGIROLA Lecture on psychoastrology, De la creación a la materialización: Urano y Saturno en psicoastrología, 8.30pm, Casa de la Cultura, entry free. Further information, www.fuengirola.org

Friday November 19 CHARITY GOLF – MIJAS COSTA Charity Golf Day at El Chaparral in aid of Málaga Animal Protection Society, 9am shotgun start with Stableford rules, green fee €55 including shared buggy and buffet lunch, plus prizes and a charity auction/raffle. To register, contact sales@ mapss.eu or Rachelle, Tel: 689 604 966. Further information, www.mapss.eu CONCERT – FUENGIROLA

Saxaphone quartet En Dehors, 8.30pm, Casa de la Cultura, entry free. Further information, www. fuengirola.org

Saturdays from November 20December 18 FLAMENCO JAZZ FESTIVAL – MÁLAGA El Duende del Albéniz, reuniting the top names in flamenco jazz including Chambao, Arcangel, Tomasito and many more, Cine Albéniz, all concerts from 9pm. Tickets €15 in advance (€20 for Arcangel) and €80 for all six dates, from www. generaltickets.com or €18 (€25 for Arcangel) on the door.

Sunday November 21 BIKE MARATHON – ESTEPONA 2nd Mountain Bike Marathon. For route and times, contact the tourist office or www. estepona.com

WEEK OF CUISINE – MIJAS COSTA XX Week of Cuisine at the CIO Mijas catering school, La Cala, where each day a guest chef will prepare a cookery demonstration and gastro tasting. Book in advance, Tel: 952 589 010.

ADANA animal rescue charity coffee morning at Plaza Manilva (outside Longman’s Bookshop) 11am-2pm. Kennels open 10am-5pm MondayFriday and 10am-2pm Saturday, Sunday and fiestas. Further information, Tel: 952 797 405/ 606 274 206/ administracion@adana-estepona. com BUSINESS LUNCH – MARBELLA Marbella Business Institute is an invitation-only lunch club for local and visiting business people, active and retired. The emphasis is on good food, wine and interesting company (there’s usually a guest speaker) and the tone is informal. To apply for an invitation, see www.marbellabusinst.com.

Wednesday November 24-26

Saturday November 27

IKEBANA – FUENGIROLA Learn about the art of Japanese flower arranging, 8.30pm nightly, Casa de la Cultura, entry free.

Further information, www.fuengirola.org

CONCERT – FUENGIROLA Concert by the Municipal Band in honour of Santa Cecilia, 8.30pm, Casa de la Cultura, entry free.

Further information, www.fuengirola.org

Friday November 26-30

Saturday, Sunday November 27, 28

THEATRE – FUENGIROLA The Farnsdale Ladies’ rendition of A Christmas Carol, a farcical romp, Salon Variétes Theatre, nightly at 8pm, Sunday at 7pm. Box office, Tel: 952 474 542, open Monday-Friday from 10.30am1.30pm and 7-8pm. Further information, www. salonvarietestheatre.com

OVER 50S EXHIBITION – ESTEPONA Exhibition of products and services for the over 50s market, Congress Hall, 11am-6pm. Further information, www.estepona.es

Tuesday & Wednesday, November 23, 24 THEATRE – FUENGIROLA The Youth Theatre Workshop presents El Rumor no Corre, Vuela, 8.30pm, Casa de la Cultura.

Further information, www.fuengirola.org

Wednesday November 24-26

Sunday November 28 UNITED FOR PEACE SHOW –MARBELLA At the Palacio de Congresos from 6 pm with dancing, singing and musical performances by children from local schools, held to support The Peace One Day organisation, entry free. Further information, www.peaceoneday.org

Every last Friday of the month COFFEE MORNING – ESTEPONA

Monday November 29 SPEED NETWORKING - LA CALA DE MIJAS Costa Business Club Speed Networking Event, Vitania Beach Club, Avanto Restaurant, C/Rota 4, Urb Torrenueva Playa, 12 noon-2.30pm, €15.

Refreshments on arrival, snacks from €12 in the restaurant. For tickets, call Sandra, Tel: 634 364 131 or Tess, Tel: 672 747 314.

Monthly on different days AMERICAN CLUB – MARBELLA This young dynamic chapter of the American Club Costa del Sol meets monthly for excursions, sports and social events for members and guests. Further information from am.club. member@live.com/ Tel. 952 772 789/ www. americanclubcostadelsol.com AMIGOS DE LA CULTURA – COSTA DEL SOL One of the oldest cultural clubs in Marbella meets at different times/places for lunches, lectures and the best tickets to concerts, ballet, theatre, opera etc. Further information, Tel: 669 445 809/ smartkidsmarbella@gmail.com

CERVANTES THEATRE – MÁLAGA Friday, Saturday, November 5, 6: Málaga Philharmonic Orchestra presents En Torno A Schumann with works by Schumann, Núñez and Brahms, Friday 8.30pm, Saturday 8pm.

Friday, Sunday, November 26, 28: Opera – Mozart’s Cosí fan Tutti, a stage production of the KL Opera and Cervantes, Friday at 9pm, Sunday at 7.30pm.

TEATRO ECHEGARAY Thursday November 4: Electronic pop artist and dark crooner Ricardo Texidó, 9pm.

Friday, Saturday, November 5, 6: Comedy theatre, S.G.A.G. Sociedad General de Aguas Globales, presented by Barcelona company VolRas, 9pm and 8pm respectively.

Sunday November 7: Children’s theatre.

Teatro Gorakada presents La Última Aventura de Julio Verne, 11am and 1pm.

Thursday November 11: La Insostenible Big Band, 9pm Sunday November 14: Children’s theatre.

Bambalúa Teatro presents La Voz del Bosque, 11am and 1pm.

Thursday November 18: Flamenca Singer La Sole de Málaga, 9pm.

Friday, Saturday, November 19, 20: Musical theatre. Arden Producciones present El Idiota en Versailles, 9pm and 8pm respectively.

Sunday October 21: Children’s puppet show.

Marie de Jongh presents ¿Por qué lloras, Marie?, 11am and 1pm.

Thursday November 25: Rock concert with Salvi Moreno and Traffic Jam, 9pm.

Friday, Saturday, 26, 27: Theatre. Bum Creaciones, Sinfonía Films and Paco Marsó present Miguel, Canto y Vuelo, 9pm and 8pm respectively.

Sunday 28: Concierto en Familia. Fernando Argenta introduces children to classical music in a fun way, 11am, 1pm and 5pm.

Ticket sales for both theatres from the box office/ Tel: 902 360 295/ www.generaltickets.com and other outlets. Further general information, Tel: 952 224 109/ www.teatrocervantes.com essential marbella magazine

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Annie Heese is the founder of astrology website, www.cafeastrology.com, a site featuring articles, love sign compatibility reports, predictions, the gen on famous people and their star signs, and general information for astrology buffs.

ARIES [21 MAR - 20 APR] A stronger need for personal freedom takes hold this month. You resent any feeling of being caged or enmeshed in routines, rules and regulations. You are putting more faith in your instincts and your judgment this month. Ideas are flowing and you express them more freely. The 15th is strong for making solid plans or commitments with a partner. You may be asked to speak between the 19th and 20th. The 21st can bring financial revelations or news. Financial and love matters find more clarity after the 18th.

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LEO [23 JUL - 22 AUG] Romantic and creative activities heat up this month and you are considerably bolder after a period of introspection. Your zest for life and your tendency to take risks – emotional, romantic, and creative – increase. Control your purchases, as you may be overconfident now.

Romance is more passionate and stimulating, although some strife is likely. Competitive endeavours thrive. Financial matters become clearer and move forward. Family life improves dramatically later this month, which helps you to let your hair down and enjoy yourself without guilt.

SAGITTARIUS [22 NOV - 21 DEC] Renewed stamina, energy, and confidence are with you this month. You are more assertive and direct. However, until the 22nd, part of you craves some solitude. Admirers and love interests make their influence on you known. You are more communicative after the 8th. Home and family matters improve greatly from the 18th.

You might receive news of securing a new residence or property, or your domestic situation is more satisfying and comfortable.

Work matters are illuminated around the 21st, when your job demands special attention.

TAURUS [21 APR - 20 MAY]

VIRGO [23 AUG - 22 SEP]

CAPRICORN [22 DEC - 19 JAN]

Your attention turns to debts, loans, and shared finances this month. Taking charge of your finances, particularly money shared with a partner or from a source other than your basic income, becomes necessary. Past partners might resurface in the first week. From the 18th, you are more confident about the direction your life is taking. Friendships become clearer, and so do your business plans. Energy is now excellent for objective analysis of and solutions for tricky financial matters. The 21st brings a revelation about a partner.

Improvements in your love relationships and partnerships are in store. A partner is easier to understand and love dynamics are more direct and straightforward from the 18th. Increased activity on the home front is likely now, and you can use this energy positively by working on reorganising, renovating, or otherwise improving your domestic life. If you don’t harness and manage the excess energy, however, you might encounter resistance or strife with family. Some opposition to your plans on the job is possible this month if your heart is elsewhere.

Social relationships are in focus this month. Complicated dealings with others tend to clear up after the 18th, when your communication skills improve. The 20th-21st brings a social matter to a head or culmination, demanding your attention.

Money from a business or self-employment increases at this time as well. Despite a busy social agenda, you are moving into a more introspective cycle in which you crave more sleep, peace and solitude. Take this time for rest and reflection, as December promises to be especially busy.

GEMINI [21 MAY - 21 JUN]

LIBRA [23 SEP - 23 OCT

AQUARIUS [20 JAN - 19 FEB]

You have more energy and confidence to pursue a relationship than in past months. You are taking charge of your work and daily health routines. It’s a strong period for starting a new program or routine to improve your health or work, especially after the 18th when career matters become clearer. More credibility on the job is likely now. The last ten days of the month are especially favourable for love and relationship matters. You can now clear the air and move forward.

Your intellect is energised this month.

Learning, sharing knowledge, and communicating with more confidence all figure strongly in November. At times you could find that you’re impatient with slowness or passivity in others.

You present your ideas with enthusiasm and confidence. From the 18th onwards, you are more decisive and direct in your dealings with others. Work matters that have been stalling begin to move forward.

Finances are a strong focus and, around the 21st, you might settle some debts or obtain a loan.

You might enjoy improved finances this month, as your instincts for handling money sharpen. Your reputation improves after the 18th, when you bring more warmth to your professional manner. The 20th-21st can bring a career project to a head. Your social life is very busy throughout November.

Teamwork is emphasised, although there can be some strife with friends if you are pushed into the background or you are unable to set your own pace socially. Romantic opportunities might present themselves through your friends or groups.

CANCER [22 JUN - 22 JUL]

SCORPIO [24 OCT - 21 NOV]

PISCES [20 FEB - 20 MAR]

Energy is dynamic this month for work and health matters. It’s a good time for applying yourself to projects that require attention to detail and for researching and implementing new health routines and programs for self-improvement. Set your own pace and rhythm. If you feel like a slave to routine or to the schedules of others, you might stimulate conflict with people around you. Word on a new job or a career plan can arrive. Love matters, creative pursuits, educational, and legal matters move forward after the 18th.

It’s a strong month for personal influence, particularly after the 18th, when you come across more smoothly and warmly. You can tackle challenges and problems more effectively than usual.

Romance improves considerably. A partner or lover is easier to understand. The 21st brings relationship issues to light. Your creative juices flow more reliably in November. Energy to make more money is very strong now. You don’t take kindly to anyone telling you how to manage your finances, however, and this attitude could stir up some conflicts.

Increased confidence, energy, and clarity are with you. You have a lot of energy to pour into your career. You are motivated to make money and you feel on top of your game. If you are able to set your own pace, you are at your happiest. If tied to routine or eclipsed by others, you might stir up some negative energy that leads to complications or conflicts professionally, however. Try to find ways to work independently without causing friction. You wear your ideas with confidence and authority this month.

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