I am shocked that over the past few years Im still yet to find a gymnastics class or teacher in the Marbella Area.
The main classes are with the Ayuntamiento....but this is full with a very long waiting list judging by the queues this morning.
My daughter is 7 and I know by her age I was already on level 2 gymnastics starting to learn back flips. This was during school times, yet here they dont do anything like this in the school.
I know a couple of other little girls that also would like to do gymnastics about 7 / 8 years old, beginners.
If you know of a class or if you are a teacher please get in touch and hopefully can put a group together.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Thursday, September 29, 2011
UGenia Lavendar Books - Geri Halliwell
If you have a 7 year old girl do try these Geri Halliwell Books. My daughter absolutely loved reading some of these UGenia Books.
Gluten Free Pizzas Mercadona - Gluten Free in Marbella
Having been talking about Gluten with friends at the weekend, I noticed the other day that Mercadona are advertising Gluten Free Pizzas in their freezer range.
If you or your children have intolerances to gluten and you are living in Marbella you need to know where you can buy all your food.
Mercadona do have a selection of foods, cereals now too. There is a health shop in Nueva Andalucia and also I think Al Campo have a good selection.
If you have kids that just dont look well, loosing weight, vomiting, having bad stomachs, tired and maybe playing up....do think about Gluten! Its quite incredible what this substance can do to ones body.
If you or your children have intolerances to gluten and you are living in Marbella you need to know where you can buy all your food.
Mercadona do have a selection of foods, cereals now too. There is a health shop in Nueva Andalucia and also I think Al Campo have a good selection.
If you have kids that just dont look well, loosing weight, vomiting, having bad stomachs, tired and maybe playing up....do think about Gluten! Its quite incredible what this substance can do to ones body.
The Crisis & The Government in Marbella
Ive started college again....I am always learning the language, which I do beleive is important here. I hear people say, oh I dont need it...but its nice to know and to be able to chat away.
Ive always wondered how the college manages to keep going. Its pretty cheap and they teach 5 Languages there and whilst there are quite a number of students..... I am not a mathematician but I can work out roughly how much they get per class....and when you take out teachers wages, rent, administration, bills etc....there isnt much left if anything.
So when Ive mentioned this, people including the OH say...but its supported by the government....
I understand that completely....except there is one incy tiny weeny little problem.
The government have NO money.
Today we were asked for a small donation towards photocopies, paper etc...and explaining that basically the college is %&%$$&&& and has no money
Monday, September 26, 2011
SkinC La Cañada
Upstairs in La Cañada opposite the Cinema there is a new shop called SkinC. Its a skin suppliment bar that looks really nice.
You can read all about Skin C here
You can read all about Skin C here
Aventura Amazonia Elviria - New Adventura Park Elviria
Everyones talking about this new Adventure Park that has opened up in Elviria, Marbella. Its called Aventura Amazonia and they have 2 already in Madrid, 1 in Pirineos, Granada and now Marbella.
Its a bit hard to explain as I havent been there yet, but from people that have been, its a huge adventure park with loads of activities for kids & adults from 6 years old upwards.
Great place for schools and also companies doing team building. You should book it says on the website as you have up to 3 hours in the park. Everything will be according to your age, height and fitness.
From their website
In Aventura Amazonia you will find different obstacles of skill and ability that let you pass from one tree to the next: ziplines extending over 100 m. in length, monkey walks, Burma bridges, giant’s walkways, Tarzan liana jumps,... They are grouped in circuits to create different levels of difficulty. From the age of 6 and with a minimum height of 1.15 m.
Here are the links to the English Marbella Park Website
Aventura Amazonia Circuits in English
Aventura Reservations Marbella in English
if you have been to Aventura Amazonia, do leave a comment on your experience.
Its a bit hard to explain as I havent been there yet, but from people that have been, its a huge adventure park with loads of activities for kids & adults from 6 years old upwards.
Great place for schools and also companies doing team building. You should book it says on the website as you have up to 3 hours in the park. Everything will be according to your age, height and fitness.
From their website
In Aventura Amazonia you will find different obstacles of skill and ability that let you pass from one tree to the next: ziplines extending over 100 m. in length, monkey walks, Burma bridges, giant’s walkways, Tarzan liana jumps,... They are grouped in circuits to create different levels of difficulty. From the age of 6 and with a minimum height of 1.15 m.
Here are the links to the English Marbella Park Website
Aventura Amazonia Circuits in English
Aventura Reservations Marbella in English
if you have been to Aventura Amazonia, do leave a comment on your experience.
Paloma Park Benalmadena
I have written about Paloma Park before but as we were there yesterday, I thought Id mention it again. Its a wonderful large park in Benalmadena right by Selwo Marina. There are a few cafes all around with play areas, animals and rabbits & chickens running around everywhere.
Yesterday there were numerous magicians and entertainers around which kept the kids amused.
Its a beautiful large park where you can take a picnic and spend the whole day there where the kids can play and the adults can chill.
Yesterday there were numerous magicians and entertainers around which kept the kids amused.
Its a beautiful large park where you can take a picnic and spend the whole day there where the kids can play and the adults can chill.
Getting Papers in Spain for South Americans
I was asked today if I knew the answer to this question about getting legal papers for South Americans.
My friend has a South American girl that cleans for her and she pays cash like everyone. The cleaner has been trying to get papers and before you needed to have a offer of contract to get your legal papers.
Now apparently this has changed and now they just need a signature and NIE Number of where they work and how many hours from the Employer.
But what effect does this have on the Employer? If any?
Please leave your comments if you know.
If you are moving to Spain I definately recommend getting a Guide to the Law in Spain book.
My friend has a South American girl that cleans for her and she pays cash like everyone. The cleaner has been trying to get papers and before you needed to have a offer of contract to get your legal papers.
Now apparently this has changed and now they just need a signature and NIE Number of where they work and how many hours from the Employer.
But what effect does this have on the Employer? If any?
Please leave your comments if you know.
If you are moving to Spain I definately recommend getting a Guide to the Law in Spain book.
Friday, September 23, 2011
The Maid not The Mum
I have come to realise that I think other people in our road think Im the maid and not the mum. Im always out walking the dog, watching my daughter on her bike, clearing out the garage & scrubbing something. Some of the neighbours just arent very... well...warm or even polite. They could just be rude, maybe its because Im English, but I actually think its because they think I am the Maid.
Adult Relaxation Marbella
There seems to be more and more of these "Places" opening up.
We often take the road around the back of Marbella passing by Milady Palace. Its in the middle of nowhere particular yet there are always cars outside, at all times of the day. I dont think they have been affected by the crisis. Infact maybe they are better off...the more stress of the crisis - the more relaxation needed.
Then there is a place called Casa Masa that advertise heavily on google. I just had a look at the website and its so clever the way its worded as a relaxation health spa. If you were really naive you could end up in the very wrong place.
As you drive down the Golden Mile there is a sign with just "Villa Wala"...thats it! Its like all these places have their own very silent language.
Then you have the back of The Sur In English....some of the adverts are getting worse and longer and longer. Im shocked that such a good paper even allows this to take up so much space.
I find it a very interesting area....not one I want to get into at all...but curious....like many of others I have spoken too
We often take the road around the back of Marbella passing by Milady Palace. Its in the middle of nowhere particular yet there are always cars outside, at all times of the day. I dont think they have been affected by the crisis. Infact maybe they are better off...the more stress of the crisis - the more relaxation needed.
Then there is a place called Casa Masa that advertise heavily on google. I just had a look at the website and its so clever the way its worded as a relaxation health spa. If you were really naive you could end up in the very wrong place.
As you drive down the Golden Mile there is a sign with just "Villa Wala"...thats it! Its like all these places have their own very silent language.
Then you have the back of The Sur In English....some of the adverts are getting worse and longer and longer. Im shocked that such a good paper even allows this to take up so much space.
I find it a very interesting area....not one I want to get into at all...but curious....like many of others I have spoken too
Jekyll & Hydes in Marbella
So last night was my excercise night and I had noone to look after my daughter, I took her along. Its dancing and Id told the teacher that I may need to bring her along and she was more than happy. Rather me go than not.
So last night we get to the class and there are a group of new Spanish women that seem to want to change the way the class is done and want instructions....its not like that...you just watch and copy and eventually get it.
Then I heard one ask the teacher if kids are a regular thing...meaning she didnt want my daughter there. The teacher said....they are welcome of course.
What I find funny is that kids are out all the time, very late, even on school nights. In restaurants, cafes, bars....which we love. Yet they didnt want my daughter in a fun dance class at 7pm. Yet, when some other Spanish ladies came, with their kids....didnt seem to have a problem and even spoke to the kids and said how good they were at the end....not to me or to my daughter...which my 7 year old clocked onto straight away. There are no flies on her!
I love living here (at the moment!!!) but sometimes I just dont get the people. Such Jekyll & Hydes. Your best friend when they want to learn English.
The only difference was that we were English...Ill leave it there.
So last night we get to the class and there are a group of new Spanish women that seem to want to change the way the class is done and want instructions....its not like that...you just watch and copy and eventually get it.
Then I heard one ask the teacher if kids are a regular thing...meaning she didnt want my daughter there. The teacher said....they are welcome of course.
What I find funny is that kids are out all the time, very late, even on school nights. In restaurants, cafes, bars....which we love. Yet they didnt want my daughter in a fun dance class at 7pm. Yet, when some other Spanish ladies came, with their kids....didnt seem to have a problem and even spoke to the kids and said how good they were at the end....not to me or to my daughter...which my 7 year old clocked onto straight away. There are no flies on her!
I love living here (at the moment!!!) but sometimes I just dont get the people. Such Jekyll & Hydes. Your best friend when they want to learn English.
The only difference was that we were English...Ill leave it there.
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Alquileres Para Ninos - www.alquileresparaninos.com - Analot Marbella
Ahora puedes alquilar libros en ingles y en español con la biblioteca por internet. También se pude alquilar Juguetes, DVDs y Videojuegos con www.alquileresparaninos.com
Nuestros clientes pueden elegir entre una amplia variedad de Juguetes, Libros, Películas y Videojuegos para niños, de gran calidad y muy estimulantes. Al tener nuevos objetos con los que jugar cada mes, el niño puede disfrutar de muchas experiencias distintas en un año.
Puede ser el regalo ideal de familiares
Un regalo ideal de familiares. Los abuelos y otros familiares se beneficiarán de la comodidad de encontrar el regalo adecuado para la edad del niño. Y todo ello sin los inconvenientes de comprar en una tienda.
Alquilar significa menos desorden en casa
Gracias a nuestros alquileres, se beneficiará de un hogar ordenado y contará con más espacio al eliminar la colección, cada vez mayor, de juguetes sin usar a los que los niños ya no hacen caso o ya encuentran aburridos para su edad.
¡Respetamos el medio ambiente!
Todos nuestros objetos se usan y reutilizan gracias al sistema de alquiler. NO se compran para que un solo niño los use durante un corto periodo de tiempo y se tiren a la basura para acabar en el vertedero.
- Gracias a nuestra suscripción mensual, su hijo disfrutará de un amplio suministro de diversión y entretenimiento.
- Gran selección de Juguetes, Libros, DVDs y Videojuegos para Wii, PSP, Xbox, Nintendo DS y, además, ampliamos nuestras existencias constantemente.
- Envío a domicilio, directo a la puerta de su casa.
- Todos los gastos de envío incluidos.
- Facilidad para devolver los productos por correo o mensajería.
- Sin penalización por retraso.
- Nos tomamos en serio su privacidad – sus datos personales estarán seguros dentro de nuestra empresa.
Nuestros clientes pueden elegir entre una amplia variedad de Juguetes, Libros, Películas y Videojuegos para niños, de gran calidad y muy estimulantes. Al tener nuevos objetos con los que jugar cada mes, el niño puede disfrutar de muchas experiencias distintas en un año.
Puede ser el regalo ideal de familiares
Un regalo ideal de familiares. Los abuelos y otros familiares se beneficiarán de la comodidad de encontrar el regalo adecuado para la edad del niño. Y todo ello sin los inconvenientes de comprar en una tienda.
Alquilar significa menos desorden en casa
Gracias a nuestros alquileres, se beneficiará de un hogar ordenado y contará con más espacio al eliminar la colección, cada vez mayor, de juguetes sin usar a los que los niños ya no hacen caso o ya encuentran aburridos para su edad.
¡Respetamos el medio ambiente!
Todos nuestros objetos se usan y reutilizan gracias al sistema de alquiler. NO se compran para que un solo niño los use durante un corto periodo de tiempo y se tiren a la basura para acabar en el vertedero.
Spain Baby Gear Hire - Hiring Cots, Prams, High Chairs Marbella, Costa Del Sol
Going on holiday with babys / toddlers is not easy. Most holiday apartments will provide cots, but not all of them. Also Car Seats, High Chairs, Toys, I couldnt do without when my little girl was younger.
Also with Luggage weights getting lighter and fines for being overweight getting heavier, you cannot risk taking more items anymore.
Spain Baby Gear Hire are situated in the heart of the Marbella Area with easy access along the Coast. You can hire all the Baby Gear you need for your holiday and have it delivered to your door.
Telephone 34 670 80 33 80
Great Idea!Analot/Rentals for Children - Kids Toys, Books, Video Games & DVD Rentals on the Costa Del Sol
I was sent a lovely email the other day from a regular reader of this blog. She has set up her own business of renting out childrens books, toys, dvds and video games. A lovely idea for those that dont want to buy toys where the kids get bored after just a few weeks and also great for people on holiday who can rent toys without having to bring them over in their luggage. I wish Analots, Rentals for Children Good Luck!
Rentals For Children is a Rental Company for Kids Toys, Books, Video Games & DVDs on the Costa Del Sol
Through our monthly subscription, your child will enjoy a varied supply of fun and entertainment.
A large selection of Toys, Books (in English and in Spanish), DVDs and Videogames for Wii, PSP, Xbox, Nintendo DS and we are constantly expanding our range.
Home delivery direct to your door.
All postage costs included.
Easy returns by post or courier.
No late penalties.
Your privacy is taken seriously - your personal details remain secure within our company.
Renting with www.rentalsforchildren.com is the opportunity to have a larger selection of Toys, Books, Movies and Videogames renewed monthly.
Our customers get to choose from a wide variety of high quality and stimulating Books in English and in Spanish, Films, Videogames and Toys for their children. With new and exciting items to play with each month, a child can enjoy many different experiences in one year.
This can also be the ideal present from family members: Grandparents and other family members will benefit from the convenience of finding the right present for the right age of the child. And all of this without the hassle of shopping in a store.
Renting means Less Home Clutter
Through our rentals, you will benefit from a clutter-free home, providing you with more space, by eliminating the always growing collection of unused games that children have lost interest in, or have outgrown.
We are eco-friendly!
All of our items are used and re-used through hire. They are NOT bought for one child only, used briefly, and then thrown in the bin and added to the landfills.
English and Spanish books, Toys, DVDS & Video Games for rent @ The Online library www.rentalsforchildren.com
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Mango Touch La Cañada - Mango Touch
Mango Touch is opening in La Cañada on the parade of shops by Alcampo near Claires Accessories.
I think Mango Touch is all the accessories.
So many changes going on at the moment.
I think Mango Touch is all the accessories.
So many changes going on at the moment.
Mango Puerto Banus Closed - Whats happened to Mango Puerto Banus
Mango in Puerto Banus seems to have closed down. It was always pretty quiet in there. Not too sure if they are just relocating or just going to keep their big store in La Cañada and Marbella.
Maybe its to do with Mango Touch opening in La Cañada
Anyone know?
Maybe its to do with Mango Touch opening in La Cañada
Anyone know?
TGI Fridays Puerto Banus Closed? Whats Happened To TGI¨S Puerto Banus
Today wandering around Puerto Banus whilst my daughter was in the Cinema with her dad watching their favourite....Phineas & Ferb I was rather shocked to see that TGI Fridays seems to have gone. There are no signs saying closed for refurbishment or anything. Its just closed and looking derilict already.
Also Mango has closed....I noticed the other day a Se Alquiler sign on their premises so had a premonition they may be going.
Anyone know? Is maybe Mango opening a really big store where TGI is? Or Is TGI being refurbed?
Also Mango has closed....I noticed the other day a Se Alquiler sign on their premises so had a premonition they may be going.
Anyone know? Is maybe Mango opening a really big store where TGI is? Or Is TGI being refurbed?
Friday, September 09, 2011
Which school is the best in Marbella?
Finally this week my daughter started back at school. I say finally but actually I felt rather lost without her after spending practically everyday together. Before too long she will be wanting to be out with her friends hanging around, so I try and treasure every moment I possibly can.
So, back to school and what a buzz was in the playground. Ive never seen kids so happy to be back to school...they are obviously doing something right.
September is a funny time as you never know who is going to be there and who has left. Some people are pretty open that they are leaving...others...well they dont like to say for whatever reason....and living in Marbella...there are other reasons people leave quietly...very quietly!
Theres been alot of movement with a couple of kids leaving, but new ones to replace, so there are people moving here to Marbella. Some kids have left to go back to the UK or home country whilst others have left to go to either Spanish State Schools or the other International Schools.
So which school is the best? You know what....I dont know. There are kids that have left EIC which was said to be the best for UK Education to go to Swans. There are kids that have left Swans this year to go to Mayfair, Aloha or EIC. Kids from Laude moved to Swans.
Schools are a really personal choice and for me, whilst my daughters happy, Im happy. Yes I still have a moan, I think there is a major lack of communication and it does feel its money money money. Its a business at the end of the day.
But every school has its positives and negatives and everyone has a moan and unhappy at some point.
If you are choosing a school, go see them, hang around in the morning and in the afternoon, see if you like the atmosphere.Check exam results and most important how do you feel when you walk in that school!
So, back to school and what a buzz was in the playground. Ive never seen kids so happy to be back to school...they are obviously doing something right.
September is a funny time as you never know who is going to be there and who has left. Some people are pretty open that they are leaving...others...well they dont like to say for whatever reason....and living in Marbella...there are other reasons people leave quietly...very quietly!
Theres been alot of movement with a couple of kids leaving, but new ones to replace, so there are people moving here to Marbella. Some kids have left to go back to the UK or home country whilst others have left to go to either Spanish State Schools or the other International Schools.
So which school is the best? You know what....I dont know. There are kids that have left EIC which was said to be the best for UK Education to go to Swans. There are kids that have left Swans this year to go to Mayfair, Aloha or EIC. Kids from Laude moved to Swans.
Schools are a really personal choice and for me, whilst my daughters happy, Im happy. Yes I still have a moan, I think there is a major lack of communication and it does feel its money money money. Its a business at the end of the day.
But every school has its positives and negatives and everyone has a moan and unhappy at some point.
If you are choosing a school, go see them, hang around in the morning and in the afternoon, see if you like the atmosphere.Check exam results and most important how do you feel when you walk in that school!
Wednesday, September 07, 2011
Marbella 4 Dias Caminando - Marbella4diascaminando.com
Ayer, fui a la piscina pública para tratar de inscribir a mi niña para el baño. Siguiendo el consejo de una de las otras mamás ... diciendo ... obtendrá un lugar, sus primeros niveles que están siempre llenos ..... nunca escucha a nadie.
De todos modos, a la vez atrapados en el semáforo había un anuncio de días en Marbella a pie .... Una de las direcciones web que está seguro de que van a recordar ... pero no te.
Bueno, finalmente lo encontró después de buscar muchas palabras y ortografía.
Marbella es la planificación de los 4 días de caminatas 20k
El día 1 es Centrum de Puerto Banús
Día 2 es Nagueles
Día 3 es Altos de Marbella
El día 4 es el Lago de las Tortugas / Pantano
No voy a escribir más, sólo tiene que ir directo a la página web disponible en Inglés, Español y Francés
Marbella 4 días de caminando
De todos modos, a la vez atrapados en el semáforo había un anuncio de días en Marbella a pie .... Una de las direcciones web que está seguro de que van a recordar ... pero no te.
Bueno, finalmente lo encontró después de buscar muchas palabras y ortografía.
Marbella es la planificación de los 4 días de caminatas 20k
El día 1 es Centrum de Puerto Banús
Día 2 es Nagueles
Día 3 es Altos de Marbella
El día 4 es el Lago de las Tortugas / Pantano
No voy a escribir más, sólo tiene que ir directo a la página web disponible en Inglés, Español y Francés
Marbella 4 días de caminando
Marbella4dayswalking.com - Marbella 4 walking days
Yesterday, I went to the public swimming pool to try and enrol my little girl for swimming. Taking advice from one of the other mums...saying...oh you will get a place, its the first levels that are always full.....never listen to anyone.
Anyway, whilst stuck at the traffic lights there was this advert for Marbella Walking Days....One of those web addresses that you are sure you are going to remember...but dont.
Well I finally found it after searching numerous words and spellings.
Marbella is planning 4 days of 20k walks
Day 1 is Centrum to Puerto Banus
Day 2 is Nagueles
Day 3 is Altos de Marbella
Day 4 is Lago de las Tortugas / Pantano
I wont write any more, just go direct to the website available in English, Spanish and French
Marbella 4 Days Walking
Anyway, whilst stuck at the traffic lights there was this advert for Marbella Walking Days....One of those web addresses that you are sure you are going to remember...but dont.
Well I finally found it after searching numerous words and spellings.
Marbella is planning 4 days of 20k walks
Day 1 is Centrum to Puerto Banus
Day 2 is Nagueles
Day 3 is Altos de Marbella
Day 4 is Lago de las Tortugas / Pantano
I wont write any more, just go direct to the website available in English, Spanish and French
Marbella 4 Days Walking
Thursday, September 01, 2011
Lovely Email
Jo
Just to remark how much I agree with your comments re the Tom Jones concert! and to point out that if it wasn't for your newsletter I would have been none the wiser and missed the event.
Keep up the good work!
Regards,
Just to remark how much I agree with your comments re the Tom Jones concert! and to point out that if it wasn't for your newsletter I would have been none the wiser and missed the event.
Keep up the good work!
Regards,
Guess for Kids La Cañada - Kids Guess Shop Marbella
Upstairs La Cañada Shopping Centre next to the Ugg Shop a new kids Guess Shop has opened.
Full of gorgeous clothes for boys and girls. Prices....well Ive never really bought Guess before, but looks similar to what it would be in the UK.
Full of gorgeous clothes for boys and girls. Prices....well Ive never really bought Guess before, but looks similar to what it would be in the UK.
New Park La Campana - Playgrounds Nueva Andalucia
A new playground area is being constructed in La Campana, Nueva Andalucia, close to the Feria Ground.
Nueva Andalucia desperately has needed a good park for years, so hopefully this will be it!
Photo soon
Nueva Andalucia desperately has needed a good park for years, so hopefully this will be it!
Photo soon
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