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Out and About articles written by Jennie Rhodes Front cover photograph by Rob Bell Photography.

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LIVE TO LOVE THE ROAD “When you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.” - Paolo Cuelo, The Alchemist (1988) The dust from dry land whirlwinds from the taxi as we slowly make our way up the hills south of Tagounite. Early morning, we passed the ever green river Draa filled with date palms. Did you know there are at least 18 various kinds? No trees in sight here on the top looking back to civilization and the world we know that we left behind.

The taxi takes a slight turn to the right and slows down. Through the small sand cloud, we see majestic creatures waiting for us.

Arzwal, the white and cheeky, we will learn, dromedar, or camels as they are simply called here, turns his head as if to say: - Ah you are here now, ready for an adventure?

Within minutes, I made a new friend. Arzwal smiles, or I say he does. In my pocket, I kept the orange peels from this morning’s breakfast, since in my research I learned that this is a favourite snack for the camel.

Waving good-bye to the taxi driver, we turn to the endless gold ahead and set off pulled by a notion that an adventure is about to begin. Little did we know, how big it would become...

Where the horizon meets the silence, we follow a path from a time passed, on our adventure through the desert. When the sun sets, we gather around the fire, share stories like this one and each other´s company together with the moon and the stars. Welcome to join us and share you knowledge in exchange for Nomad wisdom this October 22-29, November 5-11. We will also plant 200 Acacia trees in the Sahara. Get in touch for more information.

Your donation of €12 helps us plant one tree.

With the Vilostrada Foundation, we now sum up two months of adventures, stories, lessons and fruit our mutual labour in a book we call “Ki Krak: To Give, to Receive” planned to be published in December 2018.

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pots and planters IDEAS FOR YOUR SPANISH GARDEN Pots and planters add interest to those outdoor spaces where we all love to lounge.

Choose from classic Spanish terracotta through to more modern glazing in all shapes, sizes and colours. Here are a few great ideas…

Focal points are sure signs of a well-designed home or garden. But don’t leave it to plants alone to bring these points of interest to your garden. Pots – even empty ones – will do the trick, directing the eye where it needs to go to transform your outdoor space into a visual treat.

The “right” urn can be very well-suited to simply standing or lying empty amid your planting or as an accent within an archway.

You could even take it a step further than most by strategically placing a giant urn on the lawn to create a more dramatic focal point, illuminating it with solar-powered lights at night.

Potted plants If giant urns are not your thing, then potted plants are within everyone’s capabilities.

Use them to frame the lawn, ideally in square planters; to flank a doorway or gate; or simply to line a path nice and symmetrically.

Elegant country-garden style planters in galvanised steel and rustic materials add timeless beauty while glazed, contemporary pots also make fantastic focal points.

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Bear in mind that pots don’t need to be used solely for putting plants in on the patio. Place them where interest or colour is needed. A solid shape in a planting border can bring clarity to your planting scheme.

Grouping pots Normally a group of 3 to 5, or any odd number of similar pots often in a variety of sizes, tends to look best - it’s not by sheer coincidence that these colourful pots are sold in threes.

If you have pots dotted about on your patio, try grouping them together – again applying the odd number rule – and you’ll find they pull together for a more attractive look. Also, having a colour scheme and general style running through them brings clarity to the grouping, rather than an odd assortment of different types of pots.

However, if you have already gathered an assortment of pots and you don’t want to part with them, you can make them work together by repeat planting – cacti or the same coloured geraniums for example. The repetition brings clarity to a mishmash of pots.

Alternatively, paint your pots in one or two uniform colours to achieve a cleaner, more organised look. Even the tiredest of old terracotta pots can be completely transformed with a lick of paint.

Hanging pots If you’ve been to Cordoba’s patio gardens or any other place in southern Spain for that matter, you will appreciate how gorgeous flower-festooned pots can be when hanging off patio walls. If you’d like to save some space and bring a traditional look to your home, hanging pots are perfect.

Painted terracotta pots look as beautiful hooked onto walls as on the ground. Spanish pots are generally kept slightly away from the wall using a small piece of wood wedged behind them; that way you can water them carefully, without damaging painted white walls.

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LAWYERS (ABOGADOS)

De Cotta Law - Insurance Claims Mortgage and Health claims

Insurance company products and services are very important, particularly when you are not in your home country and might not understand the implications of the various policy options. A good broker can help you but sadly we have heard of a number of cases in recent years where companies are failing to honour policy pledges, and this can lead to enormous stress at a time of ill-health or bereavement.

In one recent example, a bank insurance to protect a mortgage holder was not paid out for more than two years, causing financial problems for the surviving spouse. We have also seen cases where a medical history was incorrectly assessed and a health policy did not pay out for vital treatment.

Where the insurance is of low value or relates to an assessment of fault, it might not be possible to overturn a decision of the insurance company. However, if it does need to be challenged there are various options and a lawyer can assist with this. If you don’t have the policy document it is necessary to send a burofax to the company requesting sight of the policy and requesting payment.

In some cases the company has to be forced to disclose the full terms of the policy in court as a preliminary step if litigation is required. If the company are not fulfilling the ✓ Family Law – Child Abduction conditions, an order can be sought ✓ Evictions and Civil Proceedings against them, including a request that they pay your legal costs. ✓ Andalucia Inheritance Tax reductions There is an authority which can sanction insurance companies but in some cases the only recourse is to the courts. The courts in Spain are now taking a much more supportive view of the rights of consumers, and claims are worthwhile where there is a clear breach of the obligations of the insurer.

For more information contact us on 952 527 014 or email on info@decottalaw.net.

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Axarquia Solicitors RENTAL CONTRACTS The L.A.U., (Spanish Urban Leasing Law), which covers all rentals in residential areas in Spain, stipulates that any rental contract should have an unwavering period of three years duration for the tenant.

In order to avoid the obligatory stipulated rental period of three years people mistakenly think that by stating in the contract that it is for a period of 11 months, or stating that it is a seasonal rental, or that it is not the tenant’s habitual residence, that this means that the three year period does not apply. However, these clauses s are invalid because they do not comply with the law.

According to the Law, a rental is considered residential unless the rental contract specifically specifies that the apartment or house is not legally considered the habitual residence of the tenant and to ensure the legality of the contract the following points must be included:•

Firstly, it must be made clear in the contract that the property subject of the contract is not the tenant’s habitual residence, so the contract must clearly specify the address of the habitual residence of the tenant, which obviously cannot be the same one as that which is the subject of the contract.

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Secondly, a reason justifying why the contract should be excluded from the housing lease regulation must be determined. That is to say the reason why the tenant needs to rent the property for a shorter period. For example: because the tenant is a student and the property is in the place where he studies; or an employee or worker who needs temporary housing because of a specific job in that location.

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Finally, you would have to state the duration of the contract, which should be specified as non-extendable and should coincide with the previous parameters, i.e. school year, or the period required for completing a job.

It is important to emphasise that even if the above requirements are formally fulfilled, but in reality it is the habitual residence of the tenant, in a lawsuit it is more than likely that the Judge would favour the tenant and order the landlord who is responsible for the simulation in the contract to pay the costs.

Legally, this type of Rental contract is not called a “Seasonal Contract”, but a “Contract for Use Other than Housing”.

Therefore, it is important to have an expert lawyer to advise you on how to formulate a contract using the correct legal terminology.

Marbellasolicitorsgroup has a team of specialized lawyers who can help and assist you with this and any other legal matters. Please, do not hesitate to contact us to make an appointment at any of our offices without anyDIRECTORY kind of commitment.

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PROPERTY GUIDE SUNSET PROPERTIES SPAIN

Tel: 618 295 063 / 951 067 711 Website: www.sunsetproperties-spain.com At Sunset Properties Spain we offer a friendly, reliable, professional and proactive service covering the whole of the Axarquía region. Our website is easy to use and always up to date and our property descriptions are comprehensive. Our ethos is all about customer service, for sellers as well as buyers. If you market your property with us we won’t forget you after the first few months!

COUNTRY PROPERTIES S.A.

Plaza Almijara 21 & Avda de Constitucion 33, COMPETA. Tel: 952 516 178 Calle Elisa Ortigosa 7, TORROX Tel: 952 539 125 Avda. de Andalucia 32b, TORRE DEL MAR Tel: 952 541 886

Website: www.countryproperties.net

Country Properties S.A. the oldest and most established real estate company since 1986 with our offices in Cómpeta, Torrox & Torre del Mar. Our efforts over 30 years to give complete satisfaction to our clients and enhance our reputation for reliability do not end once a property has been purchased.

We have a wide range of services designed to contribute to the peace of mind and tranquility of those who have decided to settle down in this lovely southern Spanish region. If you are thinking of buying, selling or renting a property; give us a call, visit our website or come and see us soon. We’re sure your visit will be worthwhile. Your multilingual Team at Country Properties

SERGIO FERNÁNDEZ PROPERTIES

Avda. Constitución, 24-B, 29754 Cómpeta Tel: (0034) 952 516 753 / 676 512 206 Website: www.sergiofernandezproperties.com Can’t find the perfect property? Contact us today and we will find it! Can’t sell the perfect property? Contact us and we will sell it! Everything you need for your property: buying, selling, maintaining or designing. Contact us today. A fresh new approach, years of experience!

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Calle Pizzaras 40 Vinuela (next to the Farmacia) Tel: (0034) 666 135 516 or (0034)650 702 258 Website: www.spanishmanagement.com Spanish Management is a friendly, focused business with many years experience, offering a complete property service of sales/rentals (always over 200 properties on the books!) and personalised management services. In partnership with a building and plumbing company who will be delighted to quote you for any job big or small. Visit the offices in Viñuela and be assured of a warm welcome! English and Spanish spoken.

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PROPERTY GUIDE TAURUS REAL ESTATE Avda. de la Constitucion, 31. Cómpeta Tel: 952 535 043 / 952 516 633 Website: www.taurusrealestate.com Taurus Real Estate are a friendly, high quality estate agents covering Cómpeta and surrounding areas. An independent English estate agent with a wealth of knowledge and experience of the local areas & customs. Join us and turn your property dreams into reality.

TORROX PROPERTY SERVICES

Tel: +34 618 226 056 Website: info@torroxpropertyservices.com Torrox Property Services provide a personal service and we pride ourselves on our

attention to detail. If you are looking to purchase a holiday or permanent home or require a long term rental or holiday let then we will ensure it is done with ease and peace of mind every step of the way. We also offer all aspects of property management services.

We have extensive knowledge of the local area and can give advice and help. Thinking of selling your property? We have buyers waiting. Low Comissions. Give us a call today.

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OUT AND ABOUT

ALMAYATE At just three kilometres from Torre del Mar, the village of Almayate, which is split by the N340 road into ‘Almayate Alto’ and ‘Almayate Bajo’, is a great option for quieter beaches and chiringuitos as well as offering a surprising amount of bars and restaurants. Arguably the most iconic image is that of the Osborne bull which sits on top of the hill, known as el Peñón del Toro, just to the east of the village. It is possible to walk up to the bull from Almayate and from the other side by the Río Vélez just after the Hyundai dealership on the N340 road.

We started off with breakfast at Lo Pepe Molina, which is a huge, sprawling restaurant just at the entrance of the village and popular with Spanish families particularly at the weekend when despite its size, is often packed.

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village is still predominantly Spanish, whereas there are lots of foreigners who live in houses in the hamlets such as Los Toscanos and in the surrounding ‘campo.’

One thing we noticed in Almayate was the number of wells, many of which appear to be disused but would have once been used for animals to drink from or to wash clothes in. We spotted four or five around the village, which could have something to do with the village’s name, meaning “the waters” in Arabic (almiah means water). It has always been an important agricultural area, dating back to the Islamic period in Spain and the most important farm in the Axarquía at the time. It continues to be a major agricultural area, with mangoes, avocados, tomatoes, peppers and so on grown in the fields particularly along the coast.

Photographs by Rob Bell Photography

From there we explored the streets of Almayate, many of which are made up of fairly modern houses and small apartment blocks. Further up the buildings get more traditional and a number of houses are spread around the campo surrounding the village.

According to the officer at the town hall, the population of Almataye OUT AND ABOUT in ALMAYATE

Almayate’s history goes further back than Islamic times, with the existence of Phoenican remains at the Cortijo Los Toscanos and the necropolis de Jardín. Another curious fact about Almayate is that materials were extracted from quarries in the area to build Malaga’s cathedral.

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shops, services including a post office and café-bars in Almayate and you certainly wouldn’t be far from a garage if either your car or motorbike (and probably tractor) had a problem.

The other thing that Almayate is home to is a large number of distribution warehouses for the crops grown in the area. There’s a pretty church and a primary school, which every Christmas, hosts the village’s live nativity performance (Belén Viviente). The nativity is recognised

by Malaga’s Diputación (provincial authority) as being of touristic interest. 200 people participate in the re-enactment of the birth of Jesus Christ and the event attracts visitors from across the province.

Almayate’s Feria takes place over the last weekend of June and this year it was on 29th and 20th June and 1st July. The village also celebrates La Virgen del Carmen on 14th July, with a service at the church followed by a procession of the village’s image of Our Lady down to the beach.

Almayate Bajo, or the coastal area, feels like it’s a million miles from built-up Torre del Mar. There is no promenade and just a few, extremely popular and relaxed chiringuitos along the wide beach, which is also known as ‘El Hornillo’. There’s a row of fishermen’s cottages, some of which are lived in by locals and

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others are rented out as the perfect beach hideaway.

Almayate is home to one of the Axarquía’s few naturist beaches and campsites, both of which are located to the east of the village’s coastal area, bordering Torre del Mar at the mouth of the River Vélez. There is also a karting circuit and horse riding centre which

are clearly visible from the N340 road.

Buses run frequently between Torre del Mar bus station and Almayate and parking in the village is relatively easy all year round, although getting a spot by the beach, especially at weekends in July and August, can prove tricky.

For more information visit: www.velezmalaga.es or go to the tourist information centre in Calle Poniente, Torre del Mar. Written by Jennie Rhodes OUT AND ABOUT in ALMAYATE

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way to help achieve this, one which celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow and Elle Macpherson have already discovered. “I have been a big fan of Chinese Medicine for a long time…because it works.” – Gwyneth Paltrow. Most recently the Duke and Duchess of Sussex have also embraced acupuncture for the positive effects.

Cosmetic Acupuncture helps enhance your skin naturally without the use of chemicals. For beautiful skin we need inner health, by having a cosmetic acupuncture treatment we aim to treat and balance your body’s chi. Very fine needles are placed on specific points on your face, in addition needles are also placed in other points such as the leg to improve energy flow in your overall body. By stimulating points the circulation is increased which improves the facial tone and helps minimize fine lines. The treatment increases the release of endorphins the “feel-good” chemicals, this effect can last for several days after a treatment. When cosmetic acupuncture is combined with Qigong (an ancient Chinese energy technique) and a healthy diet the aging process can be delayed.

Studies published in the International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture in 1996 showed that of 300 people who received Facial Acupuncture, 90% demonstrated marked results after only their first treatment.

I have been studying and combining techniques in Acupuncture, Qigong and Reiki to develop a unique treatment which helps balance both mind and body. I believe that mind, body and soul are interconnected with an innate healing capacity. Having studied in Canada I was fortunate to benefit from the wisdom and teachings of renown masters in Chinese Medicine and Qigong. I combine my knowledge and experience to provide a unique treatment for each client.

The beauty of cosmetic acupuncture means that you can have a treatment in the morning and by lunch have your friends admiring your fresh look with no downtime recovery at home.

Typically a series of weekly treatments will be required to obtain optimal benefits, with a monthly visit to reinforce the results.

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WINDOWS & DOORS

TWELVE MONTHS OF THE DIRECTORY Every month in The Directory magazine we visit a new town or village in the Axarquia for our Out and About feature. At the same time Rob Bell Photography also visits the village and takes a series of photographs for the front cover, article and The Directory website.

We have a FANTASTIC opportunity - Rob Bell Photography is offering a reader a chance to win a limited signed A3 size print of the front cover photograph from one of the issues in 2017. All you need to do is send an email to hello@thedirectoryaxarquia.es and answer “Which month did The Directory cover Robs home town of Torrox?” The front cover photograph is also available to purchase as a limited signed A3 print for 30€ only 5 will be printed and supplied with a certificate of authenticity.

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EVERYONE NEEDS A BIT OF POSITIVITY This month starts a new feature all about positivity.

If you are on social media then I am sure you will have received positivity messages shared by your friends pop up in your news feed. Have you ever thought that some of them seem to appear just at the right time?

Each month this section will post some motivation quotes that might just arrive at the right time for you.

We all have different experiences of life. Those experiences form who we are and influence the decisions we make.

Some of those experiences you will have enjoyed and some you could have done without, but they have been your experiences and you have to do the best you can do from those experiences.

However, we don´t want to let experiences shape who we become, only of course if they are positive!

Optimist or pessimistic, adventurous or ambitious, happy or sad, peaceful or angry. There are so many things that we can be.

Just Be Positive ... Easier said than done I hear you say!

Well the next time you feel negative or angry try and take a moment to see how your body feels, are you upright or bent over, does your pulse race, can you sleep? Does your body feel great? NO! It is exhausting to be angry or negative ... why let it zap your energy? Become self aware of how you are feeling. Work out if the situation or person is worth your energy and worth hurting your body for.

STOP! Breathe and get the hell out of that situation!

Find your happy place in your mind, if you don´t have one already, find one! Get there ASAP and breathe and turn those vibrations to good vibrations.

You will feel so much better!

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Some Tips: It is impossible to feel positive and negative at the same time.

Good Vibes

Posititivity is contagious - the more positive you are, the more positive feelings will come.

Positivity brings more energy. Take away the stress, fill your body with good vibrations.

Be thankful, every day is a new day Smile! ... try it ... it works!

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CLUBS & SOCIETIES ALMIJARA BOWLS CLUB, Nerja. Resident or visiting Nerja, why not try your

hand at Short Mat Bowling - the “Almijara Bowls Club at the La Raqueta Tenis, Nerja. 6 rinks to play on, tuition available. Club days on a Monday, Wednesday and Friday, to 1.30 pm. Contact David Trippas at trpps@yahoo.co.uk or 653595784 for more information.

THE ANGLICAN PARISH of Nerja & Almuñécar. Services at Iglesia de San Miguel (St Michael´s Church) every Sunday at 12 noon and at Capilla de Nuestra Señora del Carmen (Fisherman's Chapel), Almuñécar at 9.30 am (except during August in Almuñécar). There is also a short service of Holy Communion on Wednesdays at 9.30am in the Church Shop, Calle Málaga, Nerja. Priest in Charge: Fr Nigel Thomas.

Tel: Church House 952 521 339 Church Shop 952 522 460.

THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION - BENAJARAFE BRANCH. Please note, with immediate effect, the revised meeting place will be the Restaurant Mediterranean, Benajarafe. Meetings will be every Friday at 1200 hours.

Cafe – Bar Mediterraneo is located on a slip road just off the Carretera Nacional 340, its postal address is Urbanizacion Adelfas Playa 194, Benajarafe, 29790 Malaga.

Branch contact detail are tel. 653108415 email benajaraferblspainsouth@gmail. com THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION - NERJA BRANCH .The Branch holds lunch meetings at the Hotel Al Andalus, Maro on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Also at the Restaurant Nueva Arenas, La Herradura on the 1st Friday of each month. Non members area always welcome. Booking is essential. For further information about the branch or to book for lunch, please contact Vera on Tel 952 967 200 or Email: ozzybaldwin@yahoo.co.uk THE COSTA CAMERA CLUB (formed in 2005). The members are of many nationalities We are of mixed ability, ranging from absolute beginners to the very experienced amateur; even the occasional professional. So, even if you are only thinking about taking up photography or are already immersed in the subject we would love to see you. We have a ‘home’ meeting on the 4th Thursday of every month at 5.30pm to 7.30pm at the Salon Social in Capistrano Village (next to the main swimming pool and just above the Cave Bar). On the 2nd Thursday each month we go out on various Photo Shoots. www.costacameraclub.com THE LODGE OF EUROPEAN FRATERNITY No52, Nerja ,meets the third Thursday of each month from October to April, excluding December. Anyone interested in joining Freemasonry or any masons visiting the area would like to visit, Please contact the secretary David White 658565511 or Sandy Shingler 646436967.

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THE ARTS SOCIETY (Part of The National Association of Decorative & Fine Arts Societies) We meet each 2nd Tuesday of the month between October & May at the Cultural Centre (Casa Cultura), Calle Granada, Nerja at 6pm. For anyone interested in having fun and enjoying the Arts & Culture in all forms you will be most welcome either to join our vibrant Society or just to come along to one of our events as a visitor. Visit our very active website www.nerjanadfas .org or call Helen on 633 028 559 for any questions you may have and further information.

NERJA 41 CLUB: Nerja 41 Club meets twice every month. On the first Thursday of the month we go out with our ladies for lunch and on the Third Thursday the men have a ‘normal’ meeting. Any ex Tablers please look at 41clubnerja.org or ring Alfie on 626998626 Nerja 41 Club Try our website nerja41club.org or Alfie Fornear on 626 998 626 Email: a.fornear@hotmail.com

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NERJA HISTORY GROUP, a group of enthusiastic amateurs who are interested in

Spanish History. Meetings each first Friday Oct-April, 11.00 am Cultural Centre, C/ Granada, Nerja. 6€ min donation. Christina Sinclair, Co-ordinator Nerja History Group.

Tel: 687 602 057 email: nerjahistorygroup@yahoo.com. www.nerjahistorygroup.es/

NERJA LADIES BOOK CLUB Do you enjoy reading and talking about books while making new friends - then come and see what the Nerja Ladies Book Club is all about.

For further information email nerjaladiesbookclub@yahoo.com or you can find us on Facebook. Hope to see you there !

PHOENIX SOCIAL CLUB Meet every Tuesday between 12.00 and 2.00 PM at La Vega restaurant, Torre del Mar. Call Gail on 951067723, mobile 626370695 or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk Web: www.phoenixsocialclub.co.uk

The Costa Animal Society (CAS) CAS Shop News With the arrival of summer the

Costa Animal Society (CAS) shop has all you need in the way of shorts, sandals, T-shirts, beachwear, best-selling books, etc, all at crazy low prices. We are located next door to the Good Stuff Café in Nerja at No. 2 Calle Castilla Perez. Additionally, we are always eager to hear from people who are interested in becoming shop volunteers. One four hour shift once a week makes a big difference. There are always two volunteers per shift making for a safe, relaxed, congenial environment. Our opening hours are Monday to Saturday from 10.00am until 2.00pm. *Please note: The CAS shop has a new phone number: 643 212 409

Wanted! Is there anybody out there who would be willing to hold the Costa Animal Society (CAS) book stall at Trapiche market, held on Tuesdays from 9.30am until 1.30pm? The money we raise on this stall is much needed to help us help sick and abandoned animals in Nerja. We do have volunteers willing to help but they don’t have access to a vehicle needed to transport the books, tables, etc. It wouldn’t need to be each week but any help would be gratefully appreciated. If you feel that you could assist us, please contact on 608 876 488. Many thanks

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That Fernando Hierro, the shortlived Spain coach who took over from Julen Lopetegui just days before the start of this year’s World Cup is from VélezMálaga?

Fernando Ruíz Hierro was born on 23 March 1968 and started off his football career with Vélez Club de Fútbol before being selected to play for Real Valladolid in 1986 when he was recommended by his brother, Manolo Hierro, who already played for the team.

After many years playing for Real Madrid Fernando Hierro had a spell

with Al-Rayyan S.C.in Qatar before spending one season in England for Bolton Wanderers from 2004 to 2005.

He was also captain of the Spanish national team between 1998 and 2002 during which time he played for his country 89 times and is ranked fourth in terms of goals scored for Spain in his career in the national squad.

Hierro became a director of the Spanish national team in 2007, seeing them through their best era when they won the UEFA European Championship in 2008 and 2012 and the World Cup in 2010. Hierro stepped up to the role of coach on 13 June this year following the departure of Julen Lopetegui, just 2 days before the start of the tournament in Russia.

However, following a disastrous competition for Spain, which didn’t even see them make it beyond the knockout stage, Hierro decided not to continue and stepped down from the post on 10 July.

However, he remains a legend in his home town where two sports stadiums are named after him – an outdoor and indoor one; Polideportivo Fernando Ruíz Hierro and Pabellón Fenando Ruíz Hierro which are both located behind the El Limonar neighbourhood.

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The Sudoku puzzle is sponsored by Bar H20, Burriana Beach, Nerja. The winning prize this month is Coffee and Cake for 2. Take your completed entry into to Bar H20 or email: hello@thedirectoryaxarquia.es by the 16th of this month.

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To be in with a chance of winning a mixed box of crisps and sweets, simply find the bag of crisp image which appears on a page in this month´s issue of The Directory.

To enter send an email to thedirectory@copsinas.com before the 18th August stating the location of the bag and all correct entries will be entered into the draw.

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From Snap Shot to Great Shot I just love street photography and with this comes street portraiture. It can be a bit daunting to go up to a stranger and ask them to take their photo, but after a day or two it becomes addictive! Here are some tricks that might make it a bit easier for you:

Trick number 1 – always have a camera with you Always have your camera with you, this

may sound obvious, but they have been time when I have missed a great photo opportunity. Don’t lug your whole photo bag or a tripod around like a tourist in your own town, just have your camera body and one lens handy. It sucks walking in the street and seeing something awesome and not having my camera with me!

Trick number 2 – have a good lens

Have a good lens, this makes a huge impact.

I like the 50mm F1.4/F1.8 and the 85mm F1.4/ F1.8, they are also small and relatively lightweight. The wide aperture isolates your subject nicely with a shallow depth of field.

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maintain a low profile. Rather push your ISO up if you must. I personally think an onboard flash could spoil a photo.

Trick number 4 – have your settings ready

Before approaching a person to ask him or her if you can take a photo, have your settings spot on. When they say yes, lift your arms and snap snap snap, say thank you, and walk away. Easy.

Trick number 5 – turn the AF assist light off

If you are taking a shot of someone without them knowing, keep the auto focus assist light off, otherwise they will see it and spoil the mood.

Please remember to respect people’s privacy, no means no. Photographing children needs permission and it maybe good idea to ask before you shoot anyone, however you run the risk of loosing the candid moment. Spanish privacy laws are very strict so you should not publish on social media etc with out consent or even a model release form.

Rob Bell Photography.

Capturing a Moment in Time. www.robbell.photography

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Hot BBQ chicken wings by Richard Fox When it comes to delicious, finger-licking BBQ recipes, it doesn’t get much tastier than a great big sharing platter of chicken wings. And just to make sure that your little BBQ gathering will be one to be talked about for years to come as simply the best ever, just coat them in a good slathering of homemade BBQ sauce.

The brining element of this recipe is entirely optional, but it’s not a bad little technique to introduce to your BBQ repertoire, as it not only tenderises and flavours, but also adds moisture and therefore juiciness – which can so easily be lost with the intense direct heat of the BBQ. 1.5kg chicken wings BBQ SAUCE: BRINE: 1 litre water ¼ cup of salt 4 tbsp hot chilli sauce 1 tbsp oil for coating wings DRY RUB: 2 tsp cayenne pepper 2 tsp dried oregano 2 tsp onion powder 2 tsp garlic powder 2 tsp ground fennel seeds

1 tbsp veg oil 50g onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 50ml sherry vinegar 120g soft brown sugar ½ tsp smoked paprika 1 tbsp soy sauce 200ml tomato ketchup 3 tbsp honey 2 tbsp Worcester sauce

Make the brine by dissolving the salt in a small amount of the measured water over heat. Add the salt solution to the rest of the water along with the hot sauce. Place the chicken wings in a non-reactive container and cover with the brine solution making sure the wings are completely submerged (weigh them down if necessary). Cover with a lid or cling film and brine in the fridge for forty five minutes.

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WHAT´S WHAT´S ON ON LIVE MUSIC

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Saturday 4th Proyecto Mandarina 3pm at Restaurante Venta El Cortijo, Frigiliana Sunday 5th August Sax to the Rhythm at Restaurante Venta El Cortijo, Frigiliana

SEPTEMBER Friday 28th Kurt and Laura from Seacrest Kennels and Cattery in Nerja will be hosting their 13th Annual Hog Roast BBQ in aid of the Costa Animal Society (CAS) on Friday 28 of September at 8:00pm. This event is always a fun evening to mark the end of the summer with music provided

by DJ Kapt’n Krap.

Tuesday 7th Boy George Tribute at “Torres”, There will be a fun raffle and all proceeds from the night will go directly San Juan de Capistrano, Nerja 9pm to helping abandoned dogs and cats in our area. Tickets cost €20 per person Wednesday 15th August The Rat Pack Tribute at “Torres”, San Juan de Capistrano, which includes a hog roast buffet with complimentary salads and a half bottle of Nerja 9pm wine. (Vegetarian options are available.)

Booking in advance is essential with Saturday 18th Mentally Ska´d 3pm at Laura and Kurt at 95 252 1426.

Restaurante Venta El Cortijo, Frigiliana Saturday 28th Legends of Motown 3pm at Restaurante Venta El Cortijo, Frigiliana Tuesday 28th Tom Jones Tribute at “Torres”, San Juan de Capistrano, Nerja 9pm

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WHAT´S WHAT´SON ON CLUB INTERNACIONAL DE NERJA Calle San Juan 42. Nerja 29780.

Social and Cultural Association No 1612 Tel during opening hours: +34 952 521 858 Opening hours Mon from 19.30 hrs Tues, Thurs and Sat 11.00 to 14.00 hrs. Open Some Thursday evenings check for details Facebook: cidnerja Email: clubinternacionaldenerja@outlook. com “Totally run by volunteers” SEPTEMBER 2018 4th Club reopens 7th Luna Mora Festival 15€ (20€) 10, 17, 24th Monday night social and darts. 12th Camera Club 19th Gibraltar day trip 12€ (15€) Visitor prices in brackets

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WHAT´S ON LUX MUNDI ECUMENCIAL CENTRE

Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Torre del Mar. Avda. Moscatel 1”I”, (Jardines Viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la Viña), Torre del Mar, 29740. Opening hours only for August Tuesday & Friday 10.00 to 13.00. Tel.952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@luxmundi.org. Web: www.lux-mundi.org LUX MUNDI, TORRE DEL MAR AUGUST COMING EVENTS AND EXCURSION. Every Friday 11.00 to 13.00. - Espan-Glish Group at the Centre. Interchange of Languages. Improve your level of Spanish and help others to improve their English. A donation of 1€ will be appreciated.

Every Friday – Coffee Morning. Time 11.00 to 13.00.

Wednesday August 15th - Excursion to Almuñecar Fireworks. Travel by coach to join in the festivities in honour of the Virgen de la Antigua (Virgen of the Old). She will be carried in a procession from the Church of the Incarnation through the streets to the beach of San Cristobal, where many boats are waiting at sea to accompany the image to the Playa Puerta del Mar. There then follows a fantastic firework display, set to music. Ticket price 12 Euros available at the Centre.

For further information and bookings please contact the Centre, Torre del Mar Tel.952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@lux-mundi.org .Please note you are unable to make bookings through the web site and sorry we cannot accept cards

AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL CLUB (AIC)

www.americaninternationalclub.com Facebook page: /nerjaclub or Email: aicnerja@aol.com for more info.

The American International Club (AIC) is an international social and charitable association. The AIC welcomes international residents and visitors. We have numerous social gatherings every month! Everyone is welcome!

two VIKINGS FROM NORWAY

TWO vikings from norway The alarm went off. Monday morning waking up in Torrox Costa ... no sleeping in for us. The sky was clear and blue and we had an adventure arranged for the day. My telephone app told me today it was going to be a hot 35 degrees.

Our plan for the day was to visit La Junta de Los Rios (the joining of the rivers) together with my son. The exotic walk in the Rio Verde, close to Otivar. A hike I had done several times before and definitely one of my favourites.

water looked refreshing. I followed him in.

After just fifty meters we came to the first pool where we could swim and dive. Both of us climbed upon a three meter high rock. We could see the bottom of the pool. The

I packed up a rucksack with all that we would need for the day and off we went on our Honda scooter.

The drive was about an hour and we took the motorway to Almunecar and followed the signs to Otivar, A-4050 the Carretera Suspiro del Moro or La Cabra, (the goat road).

After Otivar we travelled a five km uphill journey. Almost at the top we saw the cabin, we were there.

We paid the entrance fee and after another 20 minutes journey on the scooter we reached the canyon.

My teenage son, grateful to get off the scooter, looked at his phone and declared “Oh! no internet here”. Knowingly I smiled. I knew he soon would forget all about the internet with todays adventure!

We followed the road to the end.

There the river continued on right side inside the canyon. “Come on Dad”, my boy said, and ran into the river. The

water was crystal clear.

“Last one in is a chicken” (sistemann uti er en kylling) my son shouted already

flying through the air.

We continued swimming upstream and came across even bigger pools with even bigger jumps to really get the adrelanin going.

This location is still relatively quiet as is not on the main tourist attractions.

We saw only one person, a English man who

To access the upper parts of the Rio Verde and continue the adventure, we had to cross the river on a suspension bridge and climb up the mountainside. We had walked uphill for ten minutes. It was steep.

Very steep! But we were at the top.

We stopped to have a drink to cool down, and took a moment to enjoy the panoramic view over the canyon.

It was green and beautiful. We could hear the river running down below.

And saw a mountain goat watching us from above.

We continued our walk, which was a tropical paradise, beautiful flora and fauna, you could not ask for anymore. Two hours in the river and we had reached our destination, a cave. We stopped and enjoyed our picnic and appreciated our good life in the sun!

We returned to our scooter the same way we had travelled up the river. My sons response to the day was “Awesome Dad, absolutely awesome”!

Ha! I thought “No concern about the lack of internet all day”.

Some advice: Have cash with you for entrance fee.

5 euros pr person and 5 euros for the car. Remember food and water. There are a path next to the river if you do not want to hike in the river. But not everywhere.

You should use some old but good sneakers. Accessing the upper part demands a steep hike.

told us it his been his favourite retreat for hot summer days for the last 13 years.

Words: Tor Edvardson

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SPORT IN AUGUST JULY

SPORT IN AUGUST

25th - Kilmarnock v Hearts 16:00 ATHLETICS 7th-12th - Europrean Athletic Champs, Berlin 25th - St Johnstone v Dundee 16:00 25th - St Mirren v Livingston 16:00 26th - Motherwell v Rangers 13:15 CRICKET 1st-5th - England v India, 1st Test, Edgbaston FORMULA ONE 9th-13th- England v India, 2nd Test, Lords 18th-22nd- Eng v India, 3rd Test, Trent Bridge 26th - Belgian Grand Prix, Spa-Francorchamps 30th-3rd Sep - Eng v India, 4th Test, Soton GOLF 2nd-5th - WGC-Bridgestone Invitational, Ohio CYCLING 2nd-5th - Barracuda Championship, Reno, NV 25th - 16th Sep - La Vuelta a Espana 2nd-5th - Fiji Int, Natadola, Fiji 2nd-5th - Ricoh Women’s Brit Open, Royal Lytham FOOTBALL & St. Annes Scottish Premier League 9th-12th - USPGA Championship, Missouri 5th - Aberdeen v Rangers 14:00 16th-19th - Wyndham Champ, Greensboro, NC 11th - Hearts v Celtic 13:30 16th - 19th - Nordea Masters, Hills GC, Sweden 11th - Dundee v Aberdeen 16:00 23rd-26th - The Northern Trust, Ridgewood, NJ 11th - Livingston v Kilmarnock 16:00 23rd-26th - D+D Real Czech Masters, Czech Rep 11th - Motherwell v Hamilton Acad 16:00 30th-2nd Sep - Made In Denmark, Silkeborg Ry 11th - Rangers v St Mirren 16:00 31st-3rd Sep - Dell Tech Champ, Boston, MA 11th - St Johnstone v Hibernian 16:00 25th - Celtic v Hamilton Acad 16:00 TENNIS 25th - Hibernian v Aberdeen 16:00 27th-9th Sep - US Open, Flushing Meadow

PREMIER LEAGUE Saturday 18th August Cardiff City v Newcastle Utd 13:30 Burnleyv Watford 16:00 Everton v Southampton 16:00 Saturday 11th August Newcastle Utd v Tottenham 13:30 Leics City v Wolverhampton 16:00 Bournemouth v Cardiff City 16:00 Tottenham v Fulham 16:00 West Ham v Bournemouth 16:00 Fulham v Crystal Palace 16:00 Huddersfield Town v Chelsea 16:00 Chelsea v Arsenal 18:30 Watford v Bton and Hove 16:00 Wolverhampton v Everton 18:30 Sunday 19th August Man City v Huddersfild Town 14:30 Brighton and Hove v Manchester Sunday 12th August Utd 17:00 Liverpool v West Ham 14:30 Southampton v Burnley 14:30 Monday 20th August Arsenal v Manchester City 17:00 Crystal Pal v Liverpool 21:00 Friday 10th August Man United v Leicester City 21:00

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Saturday 25th August Whampton v Man City 13:30 Arsenal v West Ham 16:00 Bournemouth v Everton 16:00 Fulham v Burnley 16:00 Huddersfield v Cardiff City 16:00 Soton v Leicester City 16:00 Liverpool v Bton &Hove 18:30 Sunday 26th August Watford v Crystal Palace 14:30 Newcastle United v Chelsea 17:00 Monday 27th August Man Utd v Tottenham 21:00

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