This ladies dress shop is situated in the shopping complex opposite El Pato Loco restaurant on the Moraira – Calpe road on the right hand side.

They sell clothes as good as new at very reasonable prices and you can take your own clothes to the shop to be sold. The charge is one third of the amount obtained. All the clothes are in very good condition and the owner does not accept anything unless it is clean and up to date.

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This pasty shop is situated in the Commercial Centro, Moravit, the shopping complex opposite the Poco Loco on the Moraira – Calpe road just past Da Vinci restaurant, on the right hand side.

They specialise in several pasties, including beef, lamb, cheese/bacon, steak/ale, chicken tikka, etc. Also there are chicken and mushroom slices, chicken jalfrezi, peppered steak, sausage rolls, pork pies, pukka pies, and many others.

There are freshly made sandwiches, baps and bocadillas from €3.20, plus a selection of cakes, scones, fresh bread, baguettes and croissants. Spit roasted chickens are also available for €6.50.

The shop will make celebration cakes to order from €20 and cater for functions and parties with hot and cold buffets and BBQ parties.

They are open from Monday to Friday, 9.0 a.m. – 5.0 p.m. Saturday 9.0 a.m. – 2.0 p.m. and Sunday 10.0 a.m. – 2.0 p.m.

Their telephone number is 966497475.

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This dress agency is situated in the shopping complex directly opposite the large Pepe la Sal on the Moraira – Calpe coast road. It can be found at the end of the complex on the first floor.

The shop sells second hand clothes of the very best standard, also end of range boutique clothes about one third of the original price. They specialise in sizes 10 – 18.

You can take your own clothes to be sold and the charge is 50% of the asking price.

They are open from Monday to Friday from 10.0 a.m. to 2.0 p.m.

Their telephone number is 96 649 9764.

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The Algas Bar is situated on the left hand side of the Moraira – Calpe road about one kilometre from the main Ampolla Beach. To reach the bar turn left at the small roundabout and descend to the car park. From the car park just walk down towards the beach.

During the winter months the bar is open until 8.0 p.m. and serves food until 4.0 p.m.
Available are pizzas (€8.0), various tapas (€3.50), sandwiches, chicken and some other dishes.

There is a very attractive enclosed area or tables and chairs are on the terrace right by the beach with the most fantastic views of (Moraira)[http://www.spanish-property-sales.net/moraira.htm].

It is a very pleasant place to go for a drink or coffee.

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From 6th July until 7th December there is a traditional market held in Busot. This is situated in the “Balconada” zone, next to the Castle and there is plenty of parking. The market is open from 8.0 a.m. until 2.0 p.m.

On display there will be textiles, food stalls, natural products, artesan products and ceramics.

Busot is situated inland from Alicante at a distance of 24 kilometres or 40 kilometres from Benidorm.

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Performances of the updated 1994 version of Oliver will be performed at the Casa de Cultura, Calpe on Monday, 17th and Tuesday, 18th November and at the Casa de Cultura, Alfaz del Pi, on Monday, 24th and Tuesday, 25th November.

The performances commence at 8.0 p.m. and tickets cost €14 each. You can book tickets at the box office, telephone 656 376 769 between 10.0 a.m. and 1.0 p.m.

Donations will be given to the Red Cross in Calpe and the Cancer Charity of the AECC Alfaz Branch.

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Volvo Ocean Race, Alicante, 4th October 2008 – 27th June, 2009.

Formerly called the Whitbread Round the World Race, the name was changed in 2001 to the Volvo Ocean Race and is one of the most grueling and dangerous races in the world.

It commences in Alicante on 4th October, 2008 and continues to Cape Town, Cochin, (India), Singapore, Qingdao (China), Rio de Janeiro, Boston, Galway, Gothenburg, Stockholm, finishing at St. Petersburg on 27th June, 2009.

There are eight teams with international sponsers competing and all are aiming to set a new world speed record.

In Alicante there are pavilions, shops and activities at the Volvo Ocean Race Village in Alicante port, open until 11th October.

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The Fourth Multicultural Folk Festival will commence on Friday, 3rd October and will be held in the Dolores Piera Park.

Friday, 3rd October, at 7.0 p.m.Parade will move to the Main Square in Benissa with local folk music. 7.30 p.m. Official inauguration in the main square with flag raising of participating countries:Germany, Argentina, Belgium, Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Spain, Great Britain, Holland, Italy, Morocco, Peru, Poland and Rumania. 9.0 p.m. Exhibition of crafts, photographs, music and gastronomy in the Dolores Piera Park. 11.0 p.m. Live musical group “La Romantica del Saladar”. 1.0 a.m. closing of the pavilions.

Saturday, 4th October. 10.0 a.m. Opening of pavilions, exhibitiion as before. 11.30 a.m. Parade of the participating countries, with music. 5.30 p.m. Polish folk dancing. 5.50 p.m. Belgian dances and acrobatic routines. 6.05 p.m. Musical by the British Stage Door Performing Arts. 6.30 p.m. Acrobatic pizza show from Italy. 6.40 p.m. Bolivian dance group. 6.50 p.m. Dutch songs. 7.25 p.m. Concert from Golden Trumpets from Germany. 7-50 p.m. Bolivian dance group. 8.00 p.m. Argentinian tangos. 8.35 p.m. Bolivian dance group. 8.45 p.m. Polish folk dancing and songs. 9.00 p.m. Interval. 11.30 p.m. Live rock music from Rumania. 1.0 a.m. Closing of the pavilions.

Sunday, 5th October. 10.0 a.m.Opening as before. 5.0 p.m. Polish folk dancing. 5.20 p.m. Argentinian tangos. 5.40 p.m. British Male Voice Choir. 6.05 p.m. Acrobatic pizza show from Italy. 6.15 p.m. Argentinian tangos. 6.35 p.m. Rumanian folk dancing group. 7.10 p.m. Polish folk dancing and songs. 7.25 p.m. Argentinian tangos. 7.45 p.m. Songs from Ecuador. 8.20 p.m. Moroccan folk dancing and songs. 8.40 p.m. Music from Peru. 9.15 p.m. Colombianl dances. 9.30 Interval -- 12.0 p.m. Official Closing of the Festival.

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To enjoy a horse riding excursion there are trips from the Rancho Sierra Helada. This is five minutes from Benidorm and is available to all ages with an experienced guide.

The trips takes in glorious scenery in the hills from Benidorm.

For details telephone 678 983 119

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On the 11th and 12th October there is a fair in Gata.

Items are as follows:

Gastronomic Exhibition. Handcraft and Trade fair Market Live Music Tapas Tour Tourist Train Horse Riding Motor Fair Childrens Nursery Childrens area Photoghraphy Contest Art in the Street

Further details from the Tourist Office

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Every Thursday from 10.0 – 13.00 there are drawing and painting guidance classes for simple and modern painting, easy for beginners and still helpful for advanced painters. For more information call Pieter Swinnen on 96 583 52 12.

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For those interested in wines a visit to the Bodegas in Parcent is worthwhile.

Parcent is a delightful village inland from Benissa. Drive through Benissa in the direction of Calpe and take the right hand fork just outside the village, signposted Jalon. From Jalon continue towards Alkalali, and Parcent is signposted. The journey takes about 45 – 50 minutes from Benissa.

The wines are quite fruity using various grapes including Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Tempranillo, etc. for the red wines and Chardonnay, Moscatel Romano, etc. for the white wines. The area is famous for their sweet Moscatel

In 1996 the company started to make wines using grapes from their own land and everything is grown organically and made by hand, including picking, pressing, bottleing and labelling. It took almost ten years of experimenting before they had a range of seven wines, two reds, La Quintana and Comtat de Parcent, two whites, Gra d·Or and Auro, the latter being judged the best white wine at a blind tasting in January of this year, and others.. The bodegas also received the Baco de Bronce award in 2004.

Bodgegas Parcent is situated at Placa del Poble, 4, Parcent. Tel: 636 53 66 93

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This exhibition takes place from 24th to 26th October at the Restaurant La Ruidera, Benijofar. This is situated between Quesada and Benijofar, and can be reached from the AP 7 motorway, Torrevieja north exit.

There will be lots of new products on show, for example, a brand new specialist product to easily repair damage to ceilings after a water leak. Other products are the latest in anti-aging articles.

There is a range of activities for children, including It’s a Costa Knockout competition and a bouncy castle, also Table Football, Bungee Run, Sumo Wrestling etc.

There will be stalls with Christmas gifts and many other interesting products.

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The British Consulate in Alicante is planning open days during the autumn in order to help British expatriates with information on pensions and health-care entitlement in Spain. There will also be a series of question and answer sessions with the Department for Work and Pensions.

Seating will be limited and places need to be booked on-line You can register on-line at www.ukinspain.fco.gov.uk/en/help-for british-nationals/pensions-benefits/open-day.

Costa Blanca sessions will take place at:

Torrevieja: Virgen del Carmen Theatre, October 8th. Javea Parador Hotel, October 15th. Orihuela Costa Town Hall, October 29th and November 5th L·Alfas del Pi: Casa de Cultura, November 19th. Mazarron: Hotel Sensol, December 3rd.

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If you are a Spanish resident and wish to travel to the U.K. you will need a certificate to cover you under the National Health. This is called Certificado Provisional Sustitutorio de la tarjeta Sanitaria Europea. You can obtain this certificate free of charge from the Social Security (Social Seguridad) office in Denia, Passeig de Saladar. This is situated on the road running down towards the sea from the large Mercadona at the top of the town. It is on the left hand side about three hundred yards from Mercadona.

The office is open from 9.0 a.m. until 1.30 p.m. You will need to take your SIP card with you.

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The 9th October across the whole of the Valencian Community is fiesta day, approximately from Torrevieja to Valencia.

Most of the shops will be closed, also some public offices.

This is to celebrate the liberation of the Valencians 770 years ago. There will be fireworks and various bands playing in many towns.

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This is a beautiful shrub with deep blue flowers and is very easy to grow. It grows well in the garden and also makes a very good plant in a trough or pot. You can keep the plant to a reasonable size by cutting the branches when they get too big for the container.

The plant likes a reasonable amount of water and benefits from feeding during the flowering season. They are readily available in garden centres and are reasonably priced, approximately €6.00

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After the extremely hot and dry summer many of us have lost plants and it is now a good time to plant winter pansies to fill some of the gaps. Their colours are striking with many of them multicoloured. They look very attractive in troughs and pots and are very reasonable at under a euro.

If planted in good compost these small plants fill out in a very short time and you can plant them 6 inches apart to have a good showing.

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The Hibiscus plant is a beautiful plant to have in your garden. There are various colours, red, pink, gold and yellow, and some are double flowers. They seem to grow best in pots and to get the maximum out of them it is best to clean the pot and renew the compost.

They are widely available in garden centres and can be bought for as little as €2.60

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A visit to Carrefour Hypermarket and La Marina Shopping complex is an interesting one and it is a good idea to go if the weather is inclement since La Marina is under cover.

The hypermarket sells just about everything, including a very good selection of china, kitchen ware, glasses and cutlery, also videos, CDs, washing machines, refrigerators, dishwashers, the latter three all very reasonably priced. They also sell T.V. sets, DVD players, electrical goods, plus a large assortment of clothes, toys, bedding, food, wine and much more.

Just above the hypermarket you will also find Lidl supermarket and opposite this is the La Marina Shopping complex. This houses many clothes shops, including Zara, Mango, Punta Roma, sports clothes shops, many shops for men, children·s clothes shops, also shops selling jewellery, telephones, house items, furniture, plus some bars and cafes.

Carrefour is situated just off the N332 in Benidorm. If you are travelling on the A7 take the turning off signposted Terra Mitica and Poniente Beach and follow the signs to the N332. As you enter the N332 you will see the sign to the Hypermarket.

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This restaurant is situated in the shopping complex just past the Da Vinci Restaurant on the Moraira to Calpe road, on the left hand side driving towards Calpe.

There is a newly refurbished dining room and sunny terrace and during the winter the terrace will be enclosed and heated.

On Mondays to Fridays from 12.0 – 3.0 p.m. a meal can be obtained and a drink for €5.00 Thursday night curry is available, together with all the accompaniments, bread and a half bottle of wine for €10.0, as well as the normal menu. The restaurant is open from 12.0 until 10.0 p.m. Mondays to Saturdays and is also open on Sundays from 6.0 – 10.0 p.m.

Fish available – cod, haddock, plaice, hake and scampi, plus homemade pies, homemade chilli, all types of curry, lasagne, kebabs, ribs, southern fried chicken and homemade fishcakes. The chips are homemade.

Takeaway is also available, and you can even telephone your order on 96 649 8395 and it will be ready for you when you arrive.

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The rastro which used to be held in Teulada is returning on 5th October and will be held every Sunday morning on the Poligono.

Everyone is welcome .

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The gastronomic fiesta will be held in the “Espai la Senieta” building in (Moraira)[http://www.spanish-property-sales.net/moraira.htm]. This is situated at the roundabout diagonally opposite the BBV Bank.

Every morning at 11.00 hours there will be cooking demonstrations and at 12.30 hours there will be gourmet offerings. At 17.00 hours there will be wine tasting. Special menus will be offered by participating restaurants. On 11th October there will be workshops of salted fish at the Fish Port. On 12th October there is a Gin-Tonic competition in the theatre. Also on 12th October there is an octupus competition and at 19.30 hours there is presentation of prizes.

A detailed programme is available from the Tourist Office.

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There are various boat trips to the Balearic Islands. You can have a one day excursion to Ibiza, San Antonio, leaving Denia Harbour by fast ferry at 08.00 hours, arriving at 10.30 hours, this leaves daily, spend the day in Ibiza and return on the fast ferry at 20.00 hours, arriving Denia at 23.00 hours. The cost is from €46.

There is a fast ferry leaving Denia for Palma, Majorca at 17.00 hours, arriving Palma at 22.00 hours, leaving daily.

There are many other departures to Denia and Ibiza, a time table is available from the Tourist Office, Moraira, or you can telephone the Balearia office on 902 160 180.

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A beautiful way to spend the day is to catch the boat from Benidorm to the island of Tabarca. This takes one hour ten minutes and leaves at 11.0 a.m. on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. The return trip departs at 5.0 p.m. The island is well known for its fish restaurants and bird life. The cost is €25.0 for adults and €16.0 for children.

For further information and reservations call 96 585 00 52.

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You can arrange a balloon flight from Torrevieja, Alicante and Elche. The balloons fly over the area of Elche with wonderful views of the south of Alicante province. The flight takes from 8.00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. and includes 45 minutes flying time, inflating the balloon and champagne picnic breakfast.

The flight is very calm and silent and during the flight the balloon will ease you through the air giving you a birds eye view of Elches beautiful countryside.

An enjoyable picnic, including a refreshing glass of Spanish Champagne will be offered to you after your flight and you will receive a certificate as a momento of your experience with Aeroglobo and your pilot, Jose Antonio.

For further details call 966 637 401 or 646 798 786. For English call 660 253 387

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The Arts Centre in Altea has a fantastic programme of entertainment all year. The programme for the next four months has been printed and is as follows:-

2nd October until 25th October. Painting and engraving exhibition by Christian Franco, at 20.00 hours.

10th October. Henry IV in Valencian at 20.30 hours. €15.0

18th October. Concert “The Spell” at 20.30 hours, entrance free.

24th October. Ballet “The Beloved Wizard”, music by Manuel de Falla, at 20.30 hours, €15.0

31st October, Spanish play –“ The balad of the three innocents”, at 18.00 hours €6.0

2nd November European Play Fair for Children 2007, a story for youngsters aged 5 to 10, at 18.00, €6.0

7th November, Concert with works by Rossini, Hummel and Boccherini at 20.30 hours €12.0

13th to 16th November, Jesus Christ Superstar, in Spanish, various times, seats €39.00 and €36.00

21st November, concert at 20.30 hours, free entrance.

22nd Nov ember, Sacred Drums of India, 20.30 hours, €12.00

25th No vember, Climatic Change, photographic exhibition., 20.00 hours.

29th Nov ember, Music Band Competition at 17.30 hours, €10.0

6th December, Castellon Symphonic Orchestra, at 20.30 hours €10.00

23rd December, Christmas Concert at 20.30 hours, free entrance.

3rd January, 2009. New Year Concert at 20.30 hours, €25.00

16th January, Concert with work by Telemann, Vivaldi, Gabellone and Durante, at 20.30 hours €12.0

Further details are available from the Tourist Office, Moraira.

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There are six restaurants in a line at the fish port in Calpe, all vying for your custom. Most offer a glass of sangria or morsel of food to tempt you inside and all offer good value for money.

The Andalucia restaurant is situated at the far end, right by the beach and offers splendid views of the sea and coastline. At the front of the restaurant is a fantastic display of different fish dishes ranging from anything from €20 to €89 (for two to four people) or you can opt for the menu del dia which is extremely reasonable. Starters include fish soup, salad, fried artichokes, spaghetti bolognese, prawn cocktail. Main courses include grilled sole, sardines, plate of mixed fish, hake, salmon, all served with chips, as well as chicken or pork. There is also a choice of desert, plus half a bottle of wine per person and bread. The price is €8.40 plus IVA.

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Every year in October there is a beer festival. This year the venue has been changed and it now takes place behind the Tennis Club, Calpe.

It commences on Thursday, 2nd October at 8.0 p.m. with the opening of the XXI Fiesta de la Cerveza de Calpe by the President of the Club Carnaval Calpe 1982 “Carlos Jahnke”. The first barrel will be opened by the Mayor of Calpe. The Queen of the Fiestas de Beer 2007 will present the new Queen of the Fiestas de Beer for 2008. There will be amusements with Andy and the Steinsberger Music.

Friday, 3rd October. 6.0 p.m.Andy and the Steinsberger Music will perform together with a mid-night show with Jean Pierre.

Saturday, 4th October. Music as above plus Oldie Night with music from the 70s,80s, and 90s, also Dream Show Grand Tombola.

Sunday, 5th October. Day of the Tourist. 11.0 a.m. – 14.00 hours Calpe Rock Band 12.30 p.m. – 14.20 p.m. Free beer and a paella tournament. 18.00 hours Music

Monday, 6th October. Music with Steffi and Bernd.

Tuesday, 7th October. 18.00 hours. Music with Andy, and the best songs of the last 20 years.

Wednesday, 8th October Festival of beer with Andy and Grand Tombola.

Thursday, 9th October. 11.00 – 14.00 hours. Jazz direct.

Friday, 10th Oc tober. Similar to Thursday.

Saturday, 11th October. 18.00 hours. Final Party plus Special Guest “Steffi” Singing, dancing.

Sundayd, 12th Oc tober. 11.00 hours “Bike-Day”

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This restaurant is a family run concern and is in Calle Salamanca, Jalon.

It used to be a wine bodega, is 200 years old and is very tastefully renovated and during the summer you can dine on the terrace under the grape vines.

The menu of the house is €14.95 and there is also an a la carte menu. The menu includes home made chicken liver and port pate, honey roasted goats cheese on a bed or red peppers or homemade soup. Main courses include duck breast served in a cranberry orange and ginger sauce, beef and Guinness casserole, fillet salmon on a bed of spinach, topped with smoked salmon and lobster sauce. Vegetarian dishes are also available and the chef will cater for dietary requirements if requested when booking. There is a good selection of home made desserts.

The restaurant is open from Wednesday to Sunday evenings from 7.0 p.m. till late, also Sunday lunch from 12.0 to 3.0 p.m.

To make a booking telephone 96 648 0430 or 628 538 323

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For anyone interested in gardening on the Costa Blanca this is a fantastic club.

Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of each month at the Casa Cultura, Teulada and commences at 2.30 p.m. The autumn programme is as follows:

Date
Competition

1st October Cactus & Succulents
stems climbing plants stems different variegated foliage.

5th November
Pacific Coast Irises
Stems different berries Different autumn flowers.

3rd December
Plant protection
Natural table decoration with one candle

7th January
Christmas quiz Photo competition

My favourite corner of the garden. 1.

Single plant or flower. 2.

Water in the garden. 3.

There is no joining fee but at each meeting there is a charge of €4

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There is now a scheduled bus service between Benidorm and Alicante. This leaves at the ALSA Station in the Avenida Europa, Benidorm. Book your tickets at the ALSA Station. The bus departs from Benidorm at 8.0 a.m. 12.0 a.m., 4.0 p.m. and 8.0 p.m. every day. The bus departs from Alicante Airport at 9.0 a.m., 12 .0 a.m., 1.0 p.m., 3.0 p.m., 4.0 p.m.,. 5.0 p.m. 7.0.p.m. and 9.0 p.m. every day.

The fare is €7.0 single and €14.0 return.

It is advisable to double check all times by telephone on 902 423 22 42.

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This market is probably one of the largest on the Costa Blanca and is held on Tuesday mornings.

There is a splendid variety of items ranging from shoes, bags, hats, curtain materials, beach and other cushions, jewellery, hams and cheeses, cameras, sun-glasses, toys, etc.

There is also a separate vegetable and plant market.

The main market is situated at the back of the town away from the sea.

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For a pleasant evening with dinner and entertainment the El Andaluz has lots to offer.

This restaurant is situated next door to the large pottery shop on the new roundabout just past the Paichi Garden Centre as you take the road to Benitachell.

Most Saturdays there is a flamenco show, on Thursday evenings there is a singer/entertainer and on Friday evenings there is a male vocalist. The programme can change so it is worth telephoning, 96 649 0151.

The menu is quite reasonably priced.

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On 29th June, there is a Candlelight picnic with music at the Manor House, Benidoleig.

Dress up and take along a picnic in the private and exclusive gardens of Casa Santonja in Beniarbeig for a fantastic evening of entertainment.

You will receive a champagne cocktail welcome and then invited to enjoy your candlelight picnic to an overture by concert pianist and Musical Director, Anthony Castro, followed by exclusive appearances of Graham Bickley and Mary Carewe, who will perform a complete programme of musical entertainment ranging from London and Broadway musicals to concert hall classics.

Gastes open at 5.30 p.m. and the concert commences at 7.30 p.m. Table seating and advance reservations only, bar facilities with waiter service. Ample parking.

Tickets: Adults €45, children under 14 years €30.

Book on line www.littleblackdressevents.eu/box-office.html or tel. Marcella 605843917 or Heidi 610298190

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Every year during the last week of June the fiesta of San Juan takes place in several villages, including Benissa, Els Poblets, Javea, Oliva, Torrevieva and the largest one is in Alicante.

This begins on Friday, 20th June in Alicante, with large giant processions in the town hall square, followed by loud gunpowder display in the Plaza de los Luceros. At midtnight there is the setting up of the statues and official opening of the fiesta with firework display.

Saturday, 21st June sees the judging of the giants, followed by more gunpowder displays and offering of flowers.

Sunday, 22nd June there are more parades and processions, and in the evening an open air disco in Barracas and Racos districts, commencing at 23.00 hours.

Monday, 23rd June, more processions and at 21.00 hours there is a folklore dance parade, followed by open air disco.

Tuesday, 24th June, similar to above and at 18.30 hours there is bull –running followed by burning of the statues and a firework display to end the fiesta.

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There will be open air dances and street theatre in the old fishermen's quarters on the 28th and 29th June.

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Abanilla is a very old village with friendly people and on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays there is a traditional flamenco held in a Gipsy Cave-

Entrance with meal is €32, admission 8.0 p.m., entrance only is €15, including a jug of sangria. admission 8.45 p.m. The show starts at 9.30 p.m. and ends at 11.30 p.m.

The owner of the cave speaks several languages and will give a brief talk about the history of flamenco.

This is the real Spain and real flamenco.

Directions, Take the A 7 motorway towards Murcia, exit Orihuela-Benferri. Take Beniferri up to Abanilla. In Abanilla you will see a statue of Jesus Christ on a mountain, in that mountain you will find La Tona gypsy cave.

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There are sports courses in Javea for children.

On Tuesdays at the Graull School in Javea, there is skating and on Saturdays there are sports courses at Arenal Beach.

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There are two bodegas which offer traditional home made meals, walks around the vineyards, wine tasting and harvesting.

The first one is Bodegas Castano in Ctra.- Fuentealamo, 3, Yecla, Murcia, tel. 96 879 11 15 and the second one is Bodegas Sierra Salinas at Paraje del Puerto s/n, Villena, Alicante, tel. 96 980 12 71.

The day starts with a walk around the vineyards, then a tour at the winery, attended by an expert. During the visit there will be opportunity to taste award winning wines as well as having a traditional home made meal, accompanied by a good variety of wines. .

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The libreria Europa Bookshop, Calle/Oscar, Espla 2, Calpe hold free one hour conversation on Tuesdays, 17.30 – 18.30 hours.

The shop is situated on the left hand side just past Galeries Aitana in the Gabriel Miro, going up the hill..

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Every year there is an International Festival in Javea and this year, 2008, it begins on Thursday, 12th July. There will be 27 countries and associations showing their diverse culture and cuisine.

The festival lasts for three days and takes place on Avenida Agusta.

There will be a main stage to enjoy theatre groups, jazz bands, ethnic music and other music. The event is free of charge.

Thursday, 12th June:

19.00 Musicians from the French city of Albi in typical costumes. 19.30 Greeting in each language by participating countries. 20.15 Acrobatic Pizza. 20.15 Entertainment by Ronald McDonald. 21.30 Entertainment by students from Valerie Jean Stage School 22.30 Parade by the Moors and Christians of Javea 23.00 Rock band Dark Hose.

Friday, 13th June.

Parade by French Musicians 20.00 Acrobatic Pizza 20.30 Performance by dance group En Danza 21.300 Dance of Fire from Brazil 22.30 Hungarian group music 23.30 Music from Uruguay 00.00 Classic rock.

Saturday, 14th June

Workshops for all children from 5 to 12 years. From 12.00 until 14.00 and 16.00 to 18.00 18.30 Parade by French musicianss 19.30 Acrobatic Pizza Performances by pupils of Javea schools 20.30 Jazz with Hot Dogs 21.30 Parade of Moors and Christians of Javea 23.30 Performance by Enric Peidro and the Cuitat Bib Band

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There will be a new foreign office for expatriates due to open this summer in Altea

This is hoping to cut queues at the Alicante and Valencia offices and is at present under construction in Calle San Isidro Labrador.

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This market is on Friday mornings and is situated in the large main car park by the new Town Hall.

There are a variety of vegetable stalls, flower and plant stalls, egg stall, cheese and ham stall, all along the side furthest away from the sea.

Then there are stalls selling shoes, handbags, curtain materials, bedding, table cloths, jewellery, clothes, children·s clothes, a second hand book stall, pottery and a stall selling small pieces of furniture.

You can also have a coffee or snack at the bottom end of the market, with tables and chairs.

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This is an easy walk lasting about one and a half hours starting and finishing in Lliber and circles the hill, Montaneta just behind the village.

Lliber is a typical Spanish village and is just off the main tourist route on the road from Jalon to Senija and Gata de Gorgos. The village has an ancient church, with stations of the cross and friendly bars.

To begin start in the Plaza M ajor and walk east to find Calle St Juan which leads to Calle Virgin and becomes a concrete road as it climbs steadily across the southern slopes of Montaneta. Pass between villas and some old fincas and at the top of this road, just before you reach the motor road to Gata, and turn to the left to descend gently along the northern flank of the hill back towards the Jalon.

The track dips and then rises right before resuming its westerly course under the slopes of Montaneta. Ignore the path down to the river and continue round the Montaneta. You will see Montgo in the distance. Continue along the path which will bring you back to Lliber.

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This restaurant changed hands a few months ago and is possibly one of the best value restaurants in the area.

There is a menu del dia, served lunch times for €12 including VAT and in the evening for €15. This is three courses and a drink and the cooking is superb. There is a good selection of very well cooked fresh vegetables plus the presentation of the food is excellent.

There is also an a la carte menu called taste of the world. Three courses cost €24.95 including VAT or two courses cost €19.95

On Wednesday evenings there is music from 9.30 p.m.

The restaurant is situated at the end of the dual carriageway in Teulada, furthest from Moraira and lays back on the left hand side.

Telephone 96 574 12 14.

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A new exercise area on the Levante Beach in Benidorm is available every Tuesday. The special exercise equipment is aimed mainly for the elderly, to allow them to carry out gymnastic exercises in the open air and is part of a 12 million euro project that will eventually see similar equipment installed in other coastal resorts.

There are six pieces of exercise equipment in Benidorm which will allow people to strengthen their upper and lower bodies, stomach and back.

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This market is held on Saturday mornings and is roughly a mile long. There are many interesting stalls, selling pottery, second hand goods, clothes, jewellery, scarves, handbags, underwear, many antique stalls, etc.

There is a car park behind the Mas y Mas car park at a small charge.

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A delightful evening can be spent in one of the restaurants at the fish port in Calpe.

These restaurants are all along one side of the road opposite the Fish Auction house and specialise mainly in fish dishes, although other dishes are available.

Each restaurant has a fantastic display of fresh fish dishes, giving you an idea of what to choose. There are displays containing all fish, for example, lobster, oysters, sardines, sole, salmon, etc. or you can choose a three course menu del dia with a bottle of wine between two people for only €8.60 plus VAT.

Each restaurant vies for your custom, offering you a glass of sangria and a tit-bit to entice you to choose their restaurant.

It is normally not necessary to book, just go along and have a browse before trying one of them.

The other plus is that you are right by the beach and on a summer evening this is very enjoyable

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This market is open on Sunday mornings and is situated just off the N332 on the left hand side driving north. It is about l mile long and there are stalls selling second hand and new goods.

Examples are bric-a-brac, plants, books, clothes, sun glasses, linen, shoes, leather goods, jewellery, hats, gifts, sun glasses etc. There is a coffee and drinks stall with tables and chairs.

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This club is open to everyone and is a very enthusiastic club with many activities.

It is situated in the new premises in Benitachell, at Edificio Moli no. 2 on the corner of Carrer Les Escole and Cami de L·Abiar.

To join the club the fee is €25 per year, payable 1st September but anyone wishing to join at other times pays a pro-rata joining fee.

Club mornings are Fridays and there is a bar, a library of books and films and lunches are available.

On Saturday, 7th June there is a quiz night and these are held frequently.

Tuesday evenings is a whist evening and Thursdays is a crib evening.

There will be tuition for card games on Mondays, time to be announced.

On 11th June there is a summer fayre, a tombola stall and a bring and buy stall. Lunch and drinks will be available.

On 14th June there is a social evening.

There are also many other activities.

If you wish to have a look around and chat to existing members please call any Friday between 11.30 a.m. and 2.0 p.m.

For further information please telephone 96 649 08 40

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For anyone who needs English products this supermarket sells a huge amount of items.

It is situated on the N332 on the right hand side, driving towards Benissa, just before the main roundabout.

They have a numerous amount of frozen cabinets with ready made meals, meat from the U.K., plus there is a large selection of dry goods, vegetables, and other items.

Some of the prices are in pounds.

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For anyone living in the Costa Blanca, a week away in the mountains is a delightful change.

Two such properties are the Casas Rurales in Benimeli, Alicante. The first one, “El Sequer” is a charming self-catering holiday cottage for four persons, nestled amongst orange groves on the outskirts of the small village of Benimeli, a small typical Spanish village between the Segaria mountains and the Jalon valley.

It is only 10 kilometres from the beaches between Denia and Oliva and 6 kilometres from the A-7 motorway exit and half way between Valencia and Alicante. It is the perfect starting point for visiting other inland areas, and the rest of the Valencian Community.

El Sequer is a farmhouse, beautifully restored and has two double bedrooms, one with full bathroom with whirlpool bath, spacious and cosy living-dining area with fireplace. Fully equipped kitchen, outside porch with panoramic valley and mountain views. Secluded garden with private swimming pool, barbeque area and fruit orchard.

The second property “Xaymaca” is a 19thC Spanish house, beautifully restored for self catering for four to eight people, also located in Benimeli. It has four double bedrooms, each with en-suite bathroom, two spacious living rooms with wood burning stoves, one dining room for 8 people, fully equipped, rustic style kitchen. There is an open courtyard with fountain and plants for alfresco meals, garden with large private swimming pool, covered porch, barbeque, fruit orchard, mountain views.

For further details, telephone 96 642 40 56 or 626 200017 .

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This is an English restaurant, serving excellent food. It is situated on Cabo San Antonio 7, Moraira which is on the left hand side driving from the Ampolla beach on the coast road and just before the Da Vinci Restaurant.

The food is well cooked and very generous, either two, three or four courses and very reasonably priced, from approximately €12 Euros with a bottle of wine for two.

Telephone 96 574 8522.

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This market is held on Saturday mornings and is one of the most extensive on the Costa Blanca.

If you take the coast road from Moraira, drive to Calpe, past the garage on the right hand side and continue up the hill towards Alicante for about another two hundred yards.

You can park in the Eroski car park on the right hand side and walk up the hill for about 150 metres and you are then at the beginning of the market.

Alternatively, you can park in Mercadona which is just past the garage on the left hand side and you are in the middle of the market.

At the beginning of the market there are an abundance of fruit and vegetable stalls with just about every variety of fruit and vegetable you can think of.

There is one stall which specialises in mushrooms and when in season there are as many as six or seven different species. Also there are two flower stalls and their displays are an absolute delight. Everything is very reasonably priced.

Continuing down the market there are stalls selling handbags, shoes, jewellery, clothes for children and adults, curtain materials, table cloths, beach cushions, tapes and C.D.s, toys, cheeses and hams, eggs, and bric a brac.

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There will be a dinner and dance on Friday, 20th June at the Canor Banqueting Suite, Teulada.

This is organised by APASA (Javea Dog Pound) and everyone is welcome. Tickets are €35 each and will include welcome drinks, canapes, wine beer, water and three course dinner followed by dancing to Double Impact, vocal duo.

There will be an auction and the Directors of Ice Magic International Ltd. At the Plaza Central Shopping Mall in Calpe have donated a prize for a party for up to 12 people at the Calpe rink, to include skating and buffet refreshments with a pair of Italian designer ice skates thrown in. The winners will also be given a skate tuition by top international ice hockey coach.

For reservations call Maggie on 96 574 4449

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This is a fairly new restaurant which has opened on the dual carriageway road, leading from the roundabout by the new Town Hall, on the right hand side..

It is a very reasonably priced restaurant and for just under €10.0 you can help yourself to all the food available. There is a counter of raw foods, salmon, prawns, squid, fish fillets, lamb chops, steaks, chicken and lots of vegetables which you can take to the counter and the chefs will cook it for you in whichever sauce you wish, for example, garlic, Thai curry, black bean, curry and many others.

There is also another counter with ready cooked foods, for example crispy duck, chicken, frogs legs, beef, lamb dishes, rice and noodle dishes and salads.
There are also two or three different types of soup available, plus a very attractive selection of deserts, fresh and tinned fruit, yoghurt and ice creams.

A bottle of house wine is under €7 and there are other wines available at a higher price.

This restaurant is exceptionally good for families with young children as there is no long waiting to be served and the restaurant offers a lower price for children.

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Aqua Natura, Benidorm's water park has a new attraction for visitors.

Sea lions give a spectacular show at 1.0 p.m. and 4.30 p.m. when spectators will learn all about their habitat, special characteristics and their way of life.

There are eight sea lions and visitors will be offered the chance to swim with the creatures before and after the shows.

Also anyone buying a ticket for the adjoining Terra Natura animal park will be given free entrance into Aqua Natura throughout the months of May and June.

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For a delightful day out to the mountains, nothing could be better than a visit to the restaurant L'Antiga Escola in Tollos. This restaurant is on top of a hill just past Castell de Castells. To reach Castell de Castells drive through Benissa going north and take the right fork signposted Jalon, continue through Jalon on to Alcalali and you will see Castell de Castells signposted just past the village.

There is lamb with mountain herbs on the menu, also Thai curry , starters include grilled mushrooms with Serrano ham. All the desserts are home made. The restaurant is owned by the chef, hence excellent personal attention.

To make reservations telephone 96 551 838. Open Wednesdays to Sundays.

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This is an English restaurant which is very good value for money. If you are driving from the garage in Moraira towards Benitachell you will see the signpost on the left hand side to turn right and it is situated about 100 metres up on the left. This is only about three hundred metres from the garage.

Their lunch time special is only €5.95 for a carvery and dessert from Monday to Saturday. Sunday lunch which includes a starter, carvery of beef, pork and turkey and choice of dessert is available from mid-day and is €9.95

Monday night is pie night for €5.95 including dessert.

There is also an early evening special for €7.75 which includes carvery and dessert between 6.0 p.m. and 7.0. p.m. every day.

The portions of meet are extremely generous and the quality is good. There is a large selection of vegetables, sauces and even Yorkshire pudding. Prices do not include VAT.

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If you are in the area of Cartagena it would be a good idea to time this visit with a visit to hear one of the many renowned flamenco singers who will be performing every Saturday from 7th June to 30th August.

These concerts will be held at the Plaza de la Comandancia de Marina in front of the harbour. Entrance to all concerts is free.

There will be famous singers from Almeria, Cordoba, Granada, Malaga, Madrid, Badajoz and La Union.

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The Spanish property market has been experiencing difficult times over the past couple of years and many Estate agents have gone out of business and many more are set to follow. The exchange rates for sterling are at an all time low against the euro and predicted to get worse. Some are saying one for one over the next twelve months. At that time the UK will probably join the euro if it's not already been orchestrated!

The doom and gloom of the British economy is having a negative effect on everything, especially the spanish property market that was once booming. There are still people buying property in Spain but the trend seems to be people leaving the UK and selling up to seek a new life. It's understandable, especially with the recent events with the new PM Gordon Brown and his crew.

Some of the property prices here are reflecting a bad situation and those who need to sell are reducing there prices accordingly. There are a few good deals to be had if you know what you are doing. It's certainly the time to buy and have recently seen an influx of private investors swooping up some of the worthwhile deals to be had. Some are not worth having if it's a fast profit you want!

Finding the right property is a very time consuming task and most people simply do not have the time , let alone the expertise , in finding the best deals and a property worth investing in.

There are areas in Spain that should be avoided mainly due to the mass developments that have been allowed along the coast, many of which continue to cause financial problems for the investors and more recently the short sighted developers who built them!

To shop smart, you really need an expert property finder that is well versed in such a task and can fast track you to the best deals worth seeing.

Here is a general property link

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A beautiful day out can be enjoyed in the mountains just 30 kilometres from Denia. Take the road to Pego, off the N 332, and from there continue towards Val d'Ebo, a beautiful winding road, passing the ravines of la Canya and l'Infern.

On arrival at the village you can visit the marvelous cave “Cova del Rull”, with its spectacular stalactites, stalagmites and rocks.

Visiting hours: April – September, fron 10.20 a.m. to 8.30 p.m. November – 14th January from 11.00 a.m. to 5.00.p.m. 16th February – March and October from 11.00 a.m. to 6.30 p.m.

Entry tickets will be sold until 40 minutes before the daily closure. The cave will be closed on December 25th and January 1st and from 15th January to 15th February.

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An interesting day out is a visit to the Turron Museum at Jijona. This can be enjoyed in conjunction with taking friends or relatives back to the airport at Alicante or just as a day out.

Just north of Alicante on the A7 take the N340 which will take you to Jijona, approximately 24 kilometres from Alicante. The museum is in Carretera Jijona-Busot, km 1 and is open from 10.0 a.m. to 1.0.p.m. and from 4.0 p.m. to 7.0 p.m. Mondays to Saturdays and from 10 a.m. to 1.0 p.m. and 5.0 p.m. to 7.0 p.m. Sundays and Festival days.

The museum is a private institution showing the technology related to the making of turron and marzipan. This was a very important activity during the XXth century but its roots date back to the Middle Ages.

The museum has three floors, the top floor displays the raw materials used, the middle floor shows the processes of making the turron and the lower floor the commercialization of the product.

Visits are carried out in the company of a guide. Brochures are available in several languages.

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There are various guided tours in Denia, free of charge at certain times of the year.

One is a walk through Denia and the Castle. This tour lasts for two hours and can be reserved before departure, telephone 96 642 23 67. Entrance to the castle is €1.55 for adults, 75 centimos for children.

Another walk is through the Parc Natural del Montgo, leaving from the entrance of the market of Yorrecremada at 9.0 a.m., reservations can be made for a maximum of 20 places, telephone 96 642 32 05 or 679 196 461.

There is also a tour of the Fallas on the 17th and 18th March only, maximum 30 places, telephone 96 642 23 67.

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Stroll by the water's edge!

This walk is a delightful flat stroll along the coast in Denia. A very pleasant way to travel to Denia is by train which travels from Benidorm, stopping at Altea, Calpe, Benissa, Teulada, Gata and La Xara.

When you arrive at Denia, walk towards the coast, just a hundred yards or so and turn right, walking south until you arrive at the fork, the right hand fork continues towards Javea. Take the left hand fork and turn left at any of the lanes on the left which will take you to the sea.

Here you can continue walking along the water's edge for about a mile and there are a couple of restaurants and bars along the way. The whole return walk from the station is approximately four miles.

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Every year there is an International Festival held in Javea and this year it is from the 12th to the 14th June. There are representatives from Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina and others, also Holland, France, Ireland, Germany, Morocco and Canada.

The festival began 13 years ago in order to promote the integration of the many nationalities that live in this area. Now 27 countries participate.
There will be theatre groups, jazz bands, ethnic music, rock music and many others.

On Saturday there will also be activities for children, with workshops and games.

On Thursday night there will be a spectacular procession of the Moors and Christians, followed by popular rock/pop band Dark Horse.

On Friday there will be EnDanza, music from Hungary and Uruguay, followed by singer Niko Costello and on Saturday the finale will be jazz and the Ciutat Big Band.

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For anyone visiting or living in the area between Denia and Calpe there are very many varied types of entertainment and below are listed just a few:

Castle Theatre, Denia.

This theatre group perform many plays at the Castle Theatre but on 31st May they are performing at the Town Hall Theatre in Rafol de Almunia. There will be two one-act plays, the first called Golf War Widows, - 3 golf widows at the 19th hole, discussing their lives. The second play is called Outrageous Pleasure, a comedy about a Shakespeare play in the Park. Tickets are €10 and are available from the Booking Office at Rafol Town Hall or call Christine on 626 201 636. The Castle Theatre Group are looking for new members.

The Javea Players

This group perform regularly in Gata, but on Monday, 9th June until Saturday, 14th June they are performing two comedies at La Micheta, next to the Ifach Golf Club, off the Moraira to Calpe road. There will also be a barbecue with wine and the inclusive price is €16.50. The two plays are called Darling You Were Wonderful and What·s For Pudding. To make reservations call 96 649 1276.

The World of Music, Calpe

On Friday, 6th June at the Casa de Cultura in Calpe there is a musical show featuring different styles, ranging from Musical Theatre to Rock and Pop and from the quiet villages of Cornwall to the carnivals of Latin America, also students from Marcia·s Dance Centre in Calpe. Tickets are €12 and are available from The Kamala Centre (Tennis Club, Calpe), The Book and Card Shop in Calpe, The Bodega, calle Las Americas, Orba, Kelly·s, La Xara and Bar 23, Jalon or call 96 558 1483.

International Moraira Music Festival

This will take place on the stage by the castle in Moraira on Sunday, 8th June at 18.45 hours. The festival will be part of the Moraira Moors and Christians Fiesta Celebrations.

The bars and restaurants that surround the castle have outside terraces with reserved seating or bring your own seat. Should it rain the concert could be delayed or cancelled.

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The fiesta of the Moors and Christians is one of the most spectacular throughout the whole of Spain and is celebrated at different times in different towns and villages.

The Moors ruled Spain for seven hundred years from the 8th to the 15th century and the fiesta celebrates the re-conquest of Spain by the Christians.

The fiesta is celebrated in Moraira in June and this year it will be held on the 12th, 13th, 14th and 15th June. On the first day there are processions along the streets with bands and orchestras and fancy dress. On Friday, a mock battle is staged when the Christians reconquer the town and this is held on the Ampolla beach with the Moors and Christians in magnificent costumes. There is much shooting and fighting and is well worth seeing.

On Saturday there will be processions in the streets with flower displays and fancy dress.

On Sunday, the final day there is the most fantastic and spectacular procession in the evening, beginning around 19.00 hours and lasting for two to three hours. Seats are provided in the streets for which a nominal charge is made.

The costumes are out of this world and cost many thousands of euros. Usually there are horsemen, sometimes camels, gym displays and floats and many other attractions. When the procession is ended there is a magnificent firework display ovder the beach.

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Entertainment for all the family. There is a beautiful castle at Alfaz which gives spectacular medieval shows with jousting and many attractions, including dinner. One child goes free with each family.

The castle is situated off the N332 on the left hand side driving towards Benidorm.

For further information and reservations telephone 902 99 54 26

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For a delightful walk of 9 kilometres this one takes some beating. Drive to Benissa and at the end of the village on the N 332 in the direction of Calpe you will see on the right hand side a fork road signposted Jalon. Take this road and when you reach the T junction cross straight over towards Pinos.

This road is a little winding and there are spectacular views of the Calpe rock. When you reach the village of Pinos drive past the restaurant on the right hand side and cross the bridge. You can park here.

There is a right hand fork, take this road and it is a gentle ascent for approximately 3 kilometres. You pass the Iris gardens on the left after about one and a half kilometres and continue through the pleasant valley of Marnes.

At the top of the valley, you will see some farm houses called Partida del Cao. Follow the track on the right hand side for about two hundred yards and when you see the red painted sign on the left take the narrow track which climbs to the top between two peaks.

At the top there is a plateau which is a lovely spot for a picnic. Here there are splendid views of Calpe rock and the sea. From here cross to the other side and turn right with the mountain on your left and follow the track for about 2 kilometres. You will see splendid views on your right looking down to where you have walked.

After the 2 kilometres take a sharp right, almost a U bend and continue on this track which will bring you back to the same road you came on.

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There is an adventure park in Orba, next to the garage, which has many attractions.

There is a high rope pathway, archery, facial fancy dress, paint ball, shooting, and many other attractions. The entrance fee is €30 and for more information telephone 96 558 4451.

To reach Orba from Moraira, drive to Teulada and on to the N 332, through Benissa and just north of Benissa take the right fork signposted Jalon, continue through Jalon and Alkalali and You will see the Orba signpost.

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The fiesta of Corpus Christi is held on the 25th May in the square of the Town Hall in Teulada.

There will be a procession with traditional dancers in the Historical Centre of Teulada, commencing at 19.30 hours and from 18.00 hours there will be foliage and flowers in the streets.

This is organised by the Church of Santa Catalina.

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There is a library in the new town hall, the Espai La Senieta building, and it does have some English books.

It is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10.0 – 13.00 hours and on Mondays and Fridays from 16.30 – 19.30 hours. It is closed on fiesta days. Their telephone number is 96 649 0976.

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There is a company which organises excursions by land rover to all sorts of interesting venues.

The land rover is totally equipped and insured and there are many routes, some with the option to spend a night in a casa rural. There is a guide, lunch, drinks, photos and video of the day and the trips visit mountain villages, lakes and many interesting places.

For more information telephone 600 759 041

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To walk to the tower above El Portet drive to the car park at El Portet and walk down towards the beach. Just before you reach the beach there is a turning on the left hand side, take this road and follow the S.L. (local pathway signs).

These local walks are shown with S.L. and do not exceed 10 kilometres. They have two stripes, one white and one green and indicate both the location and the direction of pathways.

Where the path divides in two continue towards “Cova de la Sendra”. Here there is a steep slope, do not leave this path as it is a protected area for flora. There is a variety of shrubs and plants, rosemary, heather, esparto grass etc. all of which must be respected.

At the end of this steep slope we reach a flat area where the pathway divides in two, to the left it descends towards the “Cova de la Sendra”, a steep slope. To the right the path continues on a plain towards the “Torre Vigia” (look out tower).

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The island of Tabarca is the largest inhabited island in the Valencian Community. There is a daily service in May, leaving Alicante at 11.0 a.m. and returning from Tabarca at 17.00. The return fare is €17. During the summer months there are more services. Details can be obtained from Empresa Kontiki on 96 521 6396 or if you wish to leave from Santa Pola the you can telephone Cruceros Baeza Parodi on 608 330 422.

The island is 11 miles south east of Alicante and only three miles from the cape in Santa Pola. It is 1,800 metres long and 400 meters wide. It is a beautiful place for a weekend or a day trip. The trip takes 60 minutes from Alicante and only 30 minutes from Santa Pola.

The island dates back to the XVIII century. In 1741 the king of Tunisia invaded the island and took as his prisoners the people living there, who happened to be Genoese, but later became the prisoners of the Sultan of Argelia. In 1768, Carlos III, king of Spain paid a fee and freed them. They stayed on to make the island a military lookout, especially from the pirates who used the island to attack the Costa Blanca.

In the centre of the island is a beautiful hotel which used to be the Governors house. The area was declared a Protected Historic Artistic monument in 1964. In 1986 the island was declared a Protected Marine Reserve, covering over 1,400 hectares. There are all sorts of water activities allowed within this area. Fishing can be done with the correct permits. Scuba diving and collecting of flora or fauna is prohibited, as also are motor boats.

The island is one of the best places to sample various fish dishes.

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Ice World Spain has now opened an ice rink at the La Noria (water wheel) shopping centre on Avenida de Europa.

There are special prices for parties, groups, birthdays, etc. It is also planning future ice hockey events for children and lessons for indivuals and groups. The cost of a two hour session, including skate hire is 7.50 euros per person.

There is also a terrace serving drinks and snacks and there are parking facilities below the ice rink.

For bookings telephone 615 361 178.

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Modern Jive classes for beginners is beginning on Tuesday, 13th May at the Bar Mediterraneo, Teulada and the opening night is free.

The classes will be held every Tuesday, from 8.0 p.m. for a two hour lesson and practice and the cost after 13th May will be €5.

Absolute beginners are welcome and partners are not necessary but are welcome.

The Bar Mediterraneo is on the dual carriageway near the bottom on the left hand side driving from Moraira.

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There is the most fantastic water adventure playground in Benidorm called Aqualandia.

From Moraira take the A7 motorway in the direction of Alicante and exit at the junction marked Levante Beach.

Follow the signs and when you reach Benidorm Palace on the right hand side you will see the sign to Aqualandia on the left.

This opens at Easter. If you visit the Tourist Office in Moraira you can pick up a leaflet which offers discounts of €5 for adults or €3 for a child.

There are 3 shows, sea lions, dolphins and parrots. There are penguins, and other animals, there is the opportunity to swim with sea lions and a fantastic big bang water shute.

Another attraction which is new this year is the biggest jacuzzi in Europe. There is also a beautiful pool with waterfall, and a series of slides, plus a funny jungle.

There are also cafes and restaurants.

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This is a short walk following the cliff path and is extremely picturesque. To begin the walk, drive towards Cumbre de Sol. Leaving Moraira and driving towards Benitachell can reach this.

Drive to the crossroads in Benitachell, turn right in the direction of Javea and about 100 yards down on the right hand side there is a right fork which will take you to Cumbre de Sol. Just before you reach the beach at Cumbre de Sol there is a sign on the right hand side pointing to Cala de Moraig.

Just a little further on you can park your car and walk back to the path. There is a sign with information about the route.

Just follow the footpath, which wends its way along to the bay with the sea on your left. The way down to the beach is a little steep so take care.

Along the path there are signs S.L. These signs indicate that the walks do not exceed 10 kilometers and have two stripes, one white and one green, which indicate the location and direction of pathways.

The object is to recover the routes, which run through the heart of nature, following old paths, which, in the past, were the communication between places and towns.

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Along the coast of the Costa Blanca there are various boat trips

From 21st March onwards