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137 Responses to “Guest Book”

Mac Sokulski Says:
May 20th, 2008 at 23:30 Quote
Thanks for the very informative site. Learned a lot, and actually decided to visit based on the information posted. Looking forward to seeing Almerimar soon.
Thanks again.
Pam Roberts Says:
May 21st, 2008 at 11:42 Quote
We sailed into Almerimar on our yacht in l996 and many changes have occurred since that date – and not all for the good. Yes – there are many more shops, bars, restaurants etc. – some extremely good – but on the negative side I have witnessed a few cases of moronic vandalism in this little oasis.

Whilst walking the dog very early on Sunday morning on the West beach – I noticed that every single concrete waste-bin had been overturned and the contents strewn all over the promenade – wonderful for the stray dogs and not so wonderful for the workmen who had to pick everything up.

Then there was the vandalism to Leo’s bar – his glass door was smashed and his till stolen, and for good measure they also smashed the glass windows in his Launderette, then there is the element who continually get drunk and fight and this only applies to a couple of bars. In all my years in Spain I have never seen a drunken Spaniard – have you??

Perhaps it is time to request a Police Station in the Port so that this doesn’t escalate and get out of hand. I still feel perfectly safe walking around Almerimar early morning or late at night – and hope this continues.
Alan Andrews Says:
May 21st, 2008 at 12:46 Quote
I wish to praise Chris Marshall and the site for the speed and flexibility provided when I wanted to track down the new owner of my old car to get some documentation sorted out.I needed help to determine the name and address of the new owner as my original information had been lost.The new owner was a resident of Almerimar and that was all I knew! The site printed all the details of the car and an accompanying photo requesting readers to help.
A great service from the site. Many thanks!!!
Adam Ramshaw Says:
May 23rd, 2008 at 20:39 Quote
The site is looking great Chris. It makes me hope that I can one day visit Almerimar and experience the great way of life that you often blog about.

Keep up the great work Chris.
Francis Says:
May 26th, 2008 at 10:12 Quote
We have visited Almerimar about four times a year since we were lucky enough to be able to buy a small apartment in 2004. While we are there as a family (2 boys and 2 girls), we get to feel completely at home and find very little that is not to our liking. There is plenty of choice with regard to restaurants and bars. The beaches are fantastic, and just perfect for families to be able to relax without having to worry about the children. We have found Almerimar to be the perfect place for us to relax and unwind for a week or two, with the minimum of hassle.

The port is a popular place for us to spend a day. We have visited Almería at all times of the year and find the climate just about right. There is plenty to do both locally, and further afield, with attractions and interesting places to visit, all within driving distance. One of the most important factors which drew us back to Almerimar was the friendly welcome that we found when we were quite new to the place.

Almerimar (being still a relatively new port) does not seem to go through any big changes (apart from the ongoing constuction), but it can be argued that it is enhanced by the subtle changes that it does go through. Each time we return, it feels as though we haven’t been away, which gives me a reassuring feeling. Apart from the relaxed social scene that Almerimar provides, it has much more to offer, including an improving golf course, and opportunities to get the kids doing something (apart from arguing) to keep them occupied.

I was beginning to feel a little bit out of touch with the place each time I returned home to Liverpool. This was something that I found frustrating, as I knew that there were things happening there, but was unable to keep in touch easily. I came across the AlmerimarLife site about a year ago. I was greatly impressed, not just with the content of the site, but with the welcoming feel that comes with it. I have, at last, found a place that I can access that enables me to ’see and hear’ what is happening in Almerimar on a day to day basis. It provides me with all I need to know in between visits, but does so with an energy and committment that I find admirable. Many thanks to Chris and Sandra for the efforts that are plain to see.

I suspect that any friends of Almerimar, whether full time residents, or occasional visitors (who hope to eventually settle there full time) have an invaluable resource in this site, one which, I have no doubt, will grow on to be more and more successful as time goes on. I feel that without the site, I would be unable to feel part of the community of Almerimar, and I am very grateful to the site ‘managers’ for the tireless effort that is obviously put into its development.

Muchas gracias a todos.

Francis.
Tina Gleed Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 10:42 Quote
We have just found your site, and think you are doing a great job. We have just purchased a property in Almerimar for holidays, Hope to move out eventually. It is wonderful to be able to keep up with all the news on Almerimar. Must say when we were out in April we were really made welcome by Debbie and Jules at La Bahia, along with their staff and customers alike. We feel right at home already and can’t wait to return in July. Will definitely be trying the bars and restaurants recommended on your site. Will be checking in on a regular basis.

Once again GREAT site.
Jon Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 10:55 Quote
Love reading the site, full of information but also a nice personal touch.

Makes me want to leave rainy old England and escape to Almerimar…

J
Danny Says:
May 27th, 2008 at 11:00 Quote
Fantastic and informative site. Filled in a lot of gaps in my knowledge both about Almerimar and Spain in general.
There is a great use of technology on this site, Qik and twitter all help. Great ideas!
I hope to visit this spectacular place soon!
Tina Gleed Says:
June 3rd, 2008 at 13:51 Quote
Hi Chris

Just read This week in Almerimar. You say your parents have booked their flights to come over at Christmas. Could you tell us which airline and from which airport, we are struggling to find any that come out to Almeria after mid November.

Many thanks

Tina
Chris Marshall Says:
June 3rd, 2008 at 14:42 Quote
They have booked with Monarch out of Manchester
Tina Gleed Says:
June 4th, 2008 at 11:05 Quote
Hope you are well, and are recovering from the football!

Do you know of anywhere in Almerimar that rents Cycles?

Many thanks

Tina
Chris Marshall Says:
June 4th, 2008 at 11:06 Quote
Recovery is slow!!!

When you want the cycles for? During the summer there are a couple of place on the beach that rent them out, but they aren’t open yet. If you want them before the summer let me know and I will ask around
Francis Says:
June 4th, 2008 at 21:53 Quote
I would also be careful of the quality (and safety) of those you can hire on the beach, especially if they are for children. We have tried it and, though we may have caught them on a bad day, the kids woould need to be a bit careful. Check them before riding off…………..and wear a helmet!
Michael Weinstein Says:
June 5th, 2008 at 14:45 Quote
Hi Chris
Just wanted to thank you for all the help you gave me finding some holiday accommodation. We’ve tied up all the loose ends and are heading out in early August, at which time I would very much like to buy you a beer.
Sorry it’s taken me so long to get back to you but we couldn’t have done it without all your kind help and advice. As you know, I simply stumbled across your website while trying to find accommodation where our friends had already booked and when I first emailed you, I never dreamed you would be able or willing to help the way you did. Having read all the earlier submissions, it looks like we’ve picked the perfect place to spend a couple of weeks RnR and I am enjoying keeping up to date with your busy schedule through the amazing website.
Indebted to you
Mike
Chris Marshall Says:
June 5th, 2008 at 15:27 Quote
You are more than welcome and a beer is always appreciated!!! Look forward to meeting you, and of course keep in touch through the site.
Louise Bromley Says:
June 12th, 2008 at 12:31 Quote
Terrific website, Chris. Can’t wait for our week’s holiday!
Many thanks for all the information.
Louise
Bruce Copping Says:
June 12th, 2008 at 15:44 Quote
Hi Chris & Sandy,

Had a great time in Almerimar last week – did not want to come home !

Back to work this week, and it feels like I have not been away.

Wish I was still there under the sun and blue skies, enjoying a beer a Mc Gowan’s !

Sounds like the roof tiling is under way, I bet Morri is intrigued by all these new people to go a see.

Tiff was really impressed with how clean and well kept Almerimar is, especially all the flowers and trees along the roads.

Looking forward to coming back, hopefully later this year. That is if Dad will let me !

Cheers,

Bruce Jnr.
UnknownPriestKiller Says:
June 13th, 2008 at 19:35 Quote
I’ve often heard tattoo artists rant about people getting visible tattoos (hands, neck) the moment they hit 18 before they have other work.
Recently I discovered a rant on quite a respected figure in the tattoo community’s Myspace. I say rant, it was more like pure venomous hatred.
It would seem that some find young people with visible ink, impatient and disrespectful, and they must all just think it’s cool to have visible work.
I’m 23, My first tattoo was on my shoulder, then my wrists, then I got a full sleeve. Then I moved to my hands, then neck and I also have a large part of my leg tattooed.
It took me about two years to get the opportunity to get my hand tattooed by my idol, and then my neck by an artist I greatly admire, a lot of time, effort and thought was put into both of these.
Even though I’m somewhat older and do have a fair bit of coverage, I might still be classed as young and “under-tattooed” to have such visible work, and I can’t help but think that’s kinda crazy!
Sure I’ve seen some 18 year olds with kanji on their necks or poorly executed skulls on their hands, and you can almost tell they rushed into it, wanting everyone to see their new work as clearly as possible, and fine that to me is impatient and maybe even attention seeking.
Basically what I’m trying to say is that not everyone who has visible work is disrespectful to the art, some people invest a great deal of time, money and effort into getting that particular location inked with the highest standard work possible.
It’s kinda funny to find prejudice within a community that tries so hard to divert it away from itself.

Thoughts?
Chris Marshall Says:
June 15th, 2008 at 13:14 Quote
@UnknownPriestKiller – that reminds me of a guy that I met on a ferry. He was a biker as well so we got chatting. He was covered in a similar manner to you. It made my few tats look very modest, but he was really complimentary about the thought that had gone into mine and the fact that they all ‘told part of my life story’.

Prejudices will always exist, but I understand your point – maybe jealousy would be a better word?
Durai Says:
June 16th, 2008 at 10:38 Quote
Your blog is attractive and posts are informative.. I dont hesitate to spend ample time with your blog.. nice work..
Maureen Kelly Says:
June 17th, 2008 at 8:54 Quote
Hi just recently found your website great stuff,I have been visiting Almerimar for over 15years stay at Beach Apts we love it will be coming again 3rd July but will have my 2 grandchildren with us just wondering what the food situation is at Mercado as baby is only 1yr old should we bring jars of baby food or is it any better?.Also do you know if the pool at Beach Apts is open Thanks for any info you can give me. Regards Maureen Kelly
Chris Marshall Says:
June 19th, 2008 at 9:56 Quote
@Maureen – you are welcome. I have emailed you the details that you requested.
Maureen Kelly Says:
June 20th, 2008 at 18:09 Quote
Thank you so much for all the info it was very good of you, I don’t know you but I would like to buy you a beer if we ever did meet and you have really made my grandsons day. Thanks again
richard bown Says:
June 26th, 2008 at 9:51 Quote
Where do you go during the summer vacation?
I go to Barcelona. Who goes to Barcelona yet?
Chris Marshall Says:
June 26th, 2008 at 11:08 Quote
We don’t!!! We used to go to Florida a lot, but now we have the cats and live in such a great place we don’t go anywhere.

I have worked in Barcelona though – great city!!!
Olivia Smith Says:
June 29th, 2008 at 14:58 Quote
Hi,

I recently bought a 2 bed apartment in Almerimar.

I would like information on where I can hire a bike in Almerimar? Go Sailing for the day? Go horse riding? Get golf lessons and gear?
Wine tasting? Roller Bladding ?

Where can I hire surf Gear/ Kites? Surf lessons.

Take day trips etc. Get bus time tables, Taxi numbers etc.

Thank you,
Olivia
Chris Marshall Says:
June 29th, 2008 at 15:00 Quote
Renting bikes seems to be a bit of an issue at the moment as someone else is asking me the same question. They normally have them for rent on the beach front by the Espignon (East beach), but they don’t seem to be out yet. Probably will be from the 1st July.

You can go horse riding here

Sailing you need to try the sailing school here

There is a lot of information on the site on the FAQ page and the Local Directory where you will find information on days out, bus timetables, the golf course (where you can get lessons) etc etc.

If there is anything specific that you need let me know and I will see what I can do, but hopefully the information on the sight will give you a good insigh
Trevor Says:
June 30th, 2008 at 16:19 Quote
Hi Chris

I’m the guy you got the t shirt for as you were going home after the Italy game sorry did not see you on thursday I forgot we were in Nerja. Follow everything on the site, back in Sept may see you in Alrruz.

Regards Trevor
Don Says:
July 9th, 2008 at 10:50 Quote
Hi there, love your site and blog. We were in Almerimar last month and had a fantastic fillet steak in a small bar/restaurant in the square in Darsena 3. Friends are coming out in 10 days and we want to tell them about it but I cant remember if it was La Bahia or La Plaza. It’s got a small bar with two barstools and is run by an English guy who took it over about this time last year. Is it La Bahia? They have Chilli con carne as main course and as tapas and sirloin and fillet steaks on the menu. It’s close to or beside the Fosil bar. Hope you can help. Many thanks, Don
Chris Marshall Says:
July 9th, 2008 at 10:52 Quote
That would be La Plaza. It is run by Lee & Heather and they offer readers of the blog special offers so check out the Offers page.
Tina Gleed Says:
July 14th, 2008 at 17:03 Quote
Hi Chris

Received your comment reference my email on the charges at Coco Beach. Have just returned from Almerimar where we visited at least eight different restaurants and bars, some of which were suggested by yourself. They were all very good and all gave tapas with the drinks we ordered, but we were never charged more than 2 euros per drink. Even at the event where the Beatles tribute band failed to show – this was still a very nice evening with music, drinks and tapas, we met quite a few really nice people at this event. We also had good conversations at several of the bars and are looking forward to returning and seeing everyone again in August. I would still send out a cautious message to anyone visiting Coca Beach.

Tina
Chris Marshall Says:
July 14th, 2008 at 17:09 Quote
At 2€ I am assuming that you stuck to wine or beer then? A 1/2 litre of beer is usually around 1,80€ or 2€ a bottle and a glass of wine is in the 1,60€ to 2,40€ range – all will come with tapas.

If you managed to buy a spirit and mixer for 2€ then I want to know where!!! I have never paid less than 4,50€ and typically pay 5€, more in the music bars late at night?

Or did you mean that you bought wine and beer in the Coco Beach bar? In that case it does seem expensive and if you did I will ask them about it next time I am there.

Let me know please as I want to get to the bottom of this.

Glad you had a good time and hopefully see you in August.
Pam Roberts Says:
July 17th, 2008 at 9:21 Quote
Cost of food and drinks
We are just back from visiting family in the UK -and met up with friends in a Spanish restaurant in Twickenham – we all ordered from an excellent assortment of Tapas, had 2 bottles of Rosada and 1 bottle of Red and the bill for John and I – was £85.- We are still recovering from the shock!!! Give me eating out in Spain anytime.
Chris Marshall Says:
August 1st, 2008 at 11:59 Quote
Hi Chris

Received your comment reference my email on the charges at Coco Beach. Have just returned from Almerimar where we visited at least eight different restaurants and bars, some of which were suggested by yourself. They were all very good and all gave tapas with the drinks we ordered, but we were never charged more than 2 euros per drink. Even at the event where the Beatles tribute band failed to show – this was still a very nice evening with music, drinks and tapas, we met quite a few really nice people at this event. We also had good conversations at several of the bars and are looking forward to returning and seeing everyone again in August. I would still send out a cautious message to anyone visiting Coca Beach.

Tina

Was in Coco Beach yesterday and I asked Horacio the prices for beer and it is 2€, so if you were charged 5€ for beer than that was wrong!!! If as I suspect you paid 5€ for a spirit and a mixer then that is a fair price for a beach bar.
John Furse Says:
August 2nd, 2008 at 0:57 Quote
Visited Al- Arruz for the two Taste of Spain evenings this week. The food was excellent, the hospitality superb and the warmth and ambience created by the hosts made for two very special nights. This restaurant rightly has a reputation second to none.
kevin williams Says:
August 5th, 2008 at 22:05 Quote
hi chris, thanks for your daily e-mails that you send us and keep us informed about the goings on in almerimar, i and my family of 5 are counting the minutes till we come over for our august break on friday the 8 . Buying our apartment in the conde de barcelona , last year ,was i feel one of the best decisions we have made and every time we come over we seem still as exited as the first time ,but because of your blog we dont feel as we have been away too long because you thankfully keep us informed about whats happening .Im looking forward to taking your tips and going to different tapas bars in the coming 16 days and if we do meet then hopefully you can meet myself and the family.
Chris Marshall Says:
August 5th, 2008 at 22:22 Quote
You are more than welcome. Give us a shout when you are here and I am sure we can arrange to meet up.
Griff Says:
August 26th, 2008 at 9:09 Quote
Hi there! Just stopped by to see your site. I think it is fantastic. I purchased a property there two years ago and I plan on subscribing to your blog
Ian Sheldon Says:
September 5th, 2008 at 16:02 Quote
Hi Chris

I have been using your site quite a while now, very informative.
We have an apartment in Almerimar and come out there as often as we can. When we visit later this month, our son and his girlfriend, who is vegitarian, will be with us. Can you or your readers recommend good vegitarian-friendly restaurants? From memory, most only seem to offer the odd meat-free dish.
Best Regards
Ian Sheldon
Chris Marshall Says:
September 5th, 2008 at 16:52 Quote
Sands recently wrote an article called Tough On Veggies which gives you a clue!!!!

A lot depends on how strict a veggie you are really. My colleague was a Vegan and he really struggled and my niece wouldn’t eat fish so she struggled.

La Plaza do a Veggie Burger, and Al-rruz do a Vegetable Paella, and if you eat Prawns Mac Gowans do a Prawn Curry.

The Chines buffet is a good bet as you fill your plate with what you want them to cook so can have a lot of vegetables, but not many of the starters are vegetable only.

If you eat fish then a lot of restaurants do great fish of course.

Let me know if you want any more info …….
Ian Sheldon Says:
September 5th, 2008 at 18:23 Quote
Thanks for that Chris, I had missed that article. It rather confirms what I feared! Unfortunately, she doesn’t eat fish/shellfish, so that limits things a lot. Hadn’t thought about the Chinese Buffet, that’s a good idea.
If we come across any other good places, I will let you know.

Ian
Chris Marshall Says:
September 5th, 2008 at 19:19 Quote
That narrows it down somewhat!!!

If Feta cheese is on the menu than La Plaza do a very good Adonis wrap or salad (greek basically). Milenio do a good range of salads, and Noray Pizzas are always good.

Al-rruz veggie paella will be worth a try. We have had it before and it is very good indeed.

With over 950 articles on the site now it is always worth a search. Click on the magnifying glass in the header and type in the word or phrase that you want to check up on.

Enjoy your trip. Maybe see you around!
Paul Edwards Says:
September 9th, 2008 at 22:47 Quote
Just wanted to say thanks for pointing me in the direction of Alcor way back when.

Just bought a property in Almerimar through them, and very happy indeed

See you soon!!!!
Naz Says:
September 26th, 2008 at 1:52 Quote
Hi Chris,
I just came across you website for the first time and i think its absolutely brilliant. I bought an apartment in Laguna Beach- Almerimar about 3 years ago and i’ve only been there for a couple of hours to recieve the keys, my first impression was that its very quiete and never really thought there was so much to do in there. After reading some of your blogs im now looking forward to come down and have a feel of the area.. I think i may like it to be honest I will definately visit your site more often as there’sloads of information there. Keep up the hard work
Chris Marshall Says:
September 26th, 2008 at 10:41 Quote
@Naz thanks for that, maybe meet up when you get over here and show you around a bit
Tina Gleed Says:
September 26th, 2008 at 11:04 Quote
Hi Naz

We are owners at LB, and received our keys at the end of last year. We have been out a few times this year and on our first visit made friends with two couples at the complex. In turn they introduced us to others and we all ended up meeting one evening for drinks by the pool bar.

Have you received the minutes from the AGM? If not send me your email address and I will forward them.

The complex itself is quite quiet from October – April, but comes alive during the summer months.

Chris’s site is really informative and although we have never met Chris he is really helpful, I log on most days to keep up with what’s going on in Almerimar, and in Chris’s day to day living.

We love Almerimar, and have visited many of the bars and restaurants, the people are lovely and we have already made several friends. There is much more in the pipeline for the area and when this is finished we think Almerimar will be absolutely stunning.

If you would like to ask any other questions regarding LB please feel free.

May see you out there next year.

All the best and congratulations

Tina
Naz Says:
September 27th, 2008 at 1:29 Quote
Thanks Chris, i will certainly take you up on the offer when i come over with my family in the future.

Thanks again for making me feel welcome already.

Naz.
Naz Says:
September 27th, 2008 at 1:44 Quote
Hi Tina,
Its nice to know we are neighbours in Laguna Beach, it will be great to meet you when we come over hopefully next year since you mentioned its a bit quiet between October – April.
As i mentioned in my earlier post im now looking forward to coming over since i came across this site and read all about Almerimar in here, hopefully we can fall in love with the area and visit our apartment more often.
I did recieve the minutes from the AGM few weeks ago and thanks for offering.

Naz.
Alex Says:
October 12th, 2008 at 15:01 Quote
IMPORTANT

Hello English-speaking community. My name is Alex and Im a student at the school SEK-Alborán here in Almerimar. Recently we have been doing many activities involving public service and voluntary jobs, such as the Red Cross in El Ejido. We have been contacted by Radio Ejido to make a weekly program in which we have decided to play alternative music and I thought it would be a good idea to make part of our radio program an english section, and so I would like to meet any person interested in cooperating with us. This way we will create a partnership with sites like “Almerimar Life”. My cell phone is 649 48 86 21. please contact on a weekend or after 5:30 on weekdays, due to the fact that I wont be able to reply if Im at school. Thank you for your attention.

yours sincerely,

El equipo “Ejido Alternativo”
urireequaxjax Says:
October 26th, 2008 at 16:59 Quote
hmm interesting site. I want make the best use of my profound development I have a joke for you =) What is a Mummy’s favorite kind of music? RAGtime music! or wRAP!!!
ImmotBiptem Says:
November 10th, 2008 at 5:42 Quote
Hello! Good site, good content
Bill Egan Says:
November 18th, 2008 at 15:07 Quote
I am in Almerimar for the next week. I need access to the internet from my laptop and have found a brilliant solution for occasional internet users like myself.

The problem with a rented broadband servide is that it becomes svery expensive if you only need broadband access for 1-2 months each year.

I bought a Vodafone mobile USB broadband router – it costs €59 in Copa and you can pay as you go with a charge costing from €19

The problem I found was that it came with no installation cd and I cannot install the software drivers to activate it.

Is there anyone locally who could help me install it?

Thanks in advance for any help you can give with this problem
Chris Marshall Says:
November 19th, 2008 at 13:13 Quote
That is a god solution, as is Almerimar WiFi.

I can help you fix it up, will give you a call/email.
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John Says:
December 31st, 2008 at 20:12 Quote
Hi Chris,

What is the range of Almerimar Wifi, is it broadcast just around the port? Or would it be possible to pick it up further along the bay, for example past the old camping site.

Thanks
John
Chris Marshall Says:
December 31st, 2008 at 20:25 Quote
Afraid not. Almerimar WiFi only covers individuals basins in the marina at the moment i.e. WiFi 1 = Dársena 1, WiFi 2 = Dársena 2 etc. Not even the square is covered because of the locations of the antenna.
Tina Gleed Says:
January 1st, 2009 at 13:05 Quote
Happy New Year Chris keep up the good work on the site during 2009. Look forward to reading your daily tit bits.

Tina
gabriel Says:
January 30th, 2009 at 14:18 Quote
how i could find some work in almerimar? if you need some help write me!
Victor Says:
February 23rd, 2009 at 16:24 Quote
Hello Chris,
You seem to be doing quite alright with this blog; keep up the good work…!!
the only “but” that I have is that my son wrote to you on oct. 12th 2008 (entry nº 49) and he has not received a single word from you; it may not have been intended for you personally but I think a reply would have been nice.

All the best

vic
Chris Marshall Says:
February 23rd, 2009 at 17:10 Quote
Thanks and sorry! Must have slipped through the net.

IMPORTANT

Hello English-speaking community. My name is Alex and Im a student at the school SEK-Alborán here in Almerimar. Recently we have been doing many activities involving public service and voluntary jobs, such as the Red Cross in El Ejido. We have been contacted by Radio Ejido to make a weekly program in which we have decided to play alternative music and I thought it would be a good idea to make part of our radio program an english section, and so I would like to meet any person interested in cooperating with us. This way we will create a partnership with sites like “Almerimar Life”. My cell phone is 649 48 86 21. please contact on a weekend or after 5:30 on weekdays, due to the fact that I wont be able to reply if Im at school. Thank you for your attention.

yours sincerely,

El equipo “Ejido Alternativo”

Is there anything that I can specifically do to help? How is the project going?
charmaine Jarvis Says:
February 26th, 2009 at 13:56 Quote
I have just spent the morning with Chris Marshall and his video equipment.Its not what it sound like.
he was very much a pro.
just waiting to see the finished results.
yours Cham
Chris Marshall Says:
February 26th, 2009 at 14:03 Quote
Ha Ha, too kind!!! Does sound a little weird, maybe we should stress that Wayne was more than aware of what we were doing!
charmaine Jarvis Says:
February 26th, 2009 at 14:50 Quote
and can I just stress to all the readers That I have no connection with the Almerimar swingers club
Christine Rabel Says:
February 26th, 2009 at 19:22 Quote
You paint an enviable picture! I am now drawn to the beauty you have shared. I will send others to view your good work here…all the best to Sands and your kitties!
Christine Rabel Says:
February 26th, 2009 at 19:25 Quote
Oh, and since you and I have mentioned the Tapas so often, everyone on Twitter wants them, too.
Chris Marshall Says:
February 26th, 2009 at 20:52 Quote
You paint an enviable picture! I am now drawn to the beauty you have shared. I will send others to view your good work here…all the best to Sands and your kitties!

Appreciate that

Oh, and since you and I have mentioned the Tapas so often, everyone on Twitter wants them, too.

ha ha, gotta love Tapas!
Carole Brow Says:
March 2nd, 2009 at 20:24 Quote
Chris, I received an email from Twitter saying you have requested to follow me on Twitter. I am new to Twitter and don’t know how to give you permission to follow me. I went to http://twitter.com/friend_requests as instructed in the email, but it turned out to be a bad link. How do I do it right?

http://twitter.com/Carolestravels
Chris Marshall Says:
March 3rd, 2009 at 9:57 Quote
All you need to do when you receive a follow request is click on the link in the email, check out the profile and if you want to follow back, click on the follow button under the image.

I checked for you, it seemed that you were following me already

We are hooked up now anyway so see you in Twitter Land
eddie walsh Says:
March 30th, 2009 at 16:08 Quote
Hi
My name is eddie walsh and after having waited nearly four years my 2 daughters finally were able to pick up the keys for their apartment last year at Bahia Del Golf in Almerimar. I and my wife have now been out there and really love the area. We are due to go out again at the end of April How ever my daughters have concerns about Aifos and who is looking after the maintenance of the building as i believe they have gone into administration I would be most grateful if you cold provide us with any information on the above

Yours Sincerely
Eddie Walsh
Chris Marshall Says:
March 30th, 2009 at 17:43 Quote
Hi

Let me have a ask around for you. Give me a day or so.
Chris Marshall Says:
April 7th, 2009 at 13:25 Quote
Hi
My name is eddie walsh and after having waited nearly four years my 2 daughters finally were able to pick up the keys for their apartment last year at Bahia Del Golf in Almerimar. I and my wife have now been out there and really love the area. We are due to go out again at the end of April How ever my daughters have concerns about Aifos and who is looking after the maintenance of the building as i believe they have gone into administration I would be most grateful if you cold provide us with any information on the above

Yours Sincerely
Eddie Walsh

OK I have had a dig around and there is some stuff that I wouldn’t really want to ‘go public’ with as it is hearsay, and some people may not like the fact that I know!!!

When you get over we can sit down with my partners in AlmerimarLife Rentals. There are some bits of information that hopefully you can give us, and some maybe we can give you. As far as internal maintenance and key holding etc we can help on a individual or community level.
Tina Gleed Says:
April 13th, 2009 at 16:55 Quote
Hi Chris

You have talked quite a lot about La Barbera, can you tell me where this restaurant is? – We are back over in a couple of weeks and would like to try it out.

We are at Laguna Beach. Is it this end of the marina or the other side?

Many thanks

Tina
Chris Marshall Says:
April 13th, 2009 at 17:32 Quote
La Barbera is on the east beach (the side where the old hotels used to be). It used to be called the Miramar if you knew that? Basically walk along the beach past Espignon and you will see it right next to the Brisamar sports area.

Enjoy it, may see you there one Sunday morning
Rex Jarvis Says:
April 21st, 2009 at 13:43 Quote
Love the site and the way it all fits together. Very professional and informative. Will be creating a link to you shortly.
Chris Marshall Says:
April 21st, 2009 at 18:20 Quote
Love the site and the way it all fits together. Very professional and informative. Will be creating a link to you shortly.

Kind of you to say so and many thanks!
Bill Egan Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 22:54 Quote
Visiting Almerimar from May 19th. Can anyone recommend and English speaking lawyer who can represent me in selling my apartment?
Chris Marshall Says:
April 22nd, 2009 at 22:57 Quote
We have used Alberto as the Gestoria, and his lawyers as necessary.

alberto.canton@gestoriacanton.com
Tina Gleed Says:
May 7th, 2009 at 10:19 Quote
Hi Chris

Got back from Almerimar on Monday, had really great time, can’t wait to get back in the summer. Forgot to take the email you sent for my free meal! I think I will let my daugther use it in June.

Tried out La Barbera – The food was really good and the staff and Paco made us feel very welcome. Also tried Fusion on your recommendation, a really nice bar with a good atmosphere, will definitely go again.

Managed to catch some of the feria in Eljido – we were there last year and really enjoyed the occasion.

We use Milenio and La Caleta these are also very good for tapas.

All the best Tina
Tina Gleed Says:
May 7th, 2009 at 14:08 Quote
Hi Chris

Wondered if you know of any one who can do our tax for us? We usually use our solicitor but they are charging extortionate amounts this year.

Also, is there any where we can get a picture framed – we would like it done in less than 10 days if poss – so that we can put it in to be framed and collect whilst we are still in Almerimar.

Any help would be great.

Thanks

Tina
Chris Marshall Says:
May 7th, 2009 at 14:43 Quote
Hi Chris

Wondered if you know of any one who can do our tax for us? We usually use our solicitor but they are charging extortionate amounts this year.

Also, is there any where we can get a picture framed – we would like it done in less than 10 days if poss – so that we can put it in to be framed and collect whilst we are still in Almerimar.

Any help would be great.

Thanks

Tina

Use Alberto for your tax alberto.canton@gestoriacanton.com I have let him know you may contact him.

Norbert in the marina (Photo Central) will sort out framing, or for something better we use Arte 21 in El Ejido

Any issues just shout
Chris Marshall Says:
May 7th, 2009 at 14:44 Quote
Hi Chris

Got back from Almerimar on Monday, had really great time, can’t wait to get back in the summer. Forgot to take the email you sent for my free meal! I think I will let my daugther use it in June.

Tried out La Barbera – The food was really good and the staff and Paco made us feel very welcome. Also tried Fusion on your recommendation, a really nice bar with a good atmosphere, will definitely go again.

Managed to catch some of the feria in Eljido – we were there last year and really enjoyed the occasion.

We use Milenio and La Caleta these are also very good for tapas.

All the best Tina

You should have given me a shout, I would have given you a copy of the email, or just gone to the restaurant anyway they all have your names!!

Glad you liked the places suggested
David Williams Says:
June 3rd, 2009 at 22:22 Quote
Chris,

Hello mate, was nice to finally meet you after hearing about you from Eddie. Hope the weather is as good s we left it last Saturday morning (30-06-09). My mum & dad have booked the flights to go back to Almerimar on the 23rd June. They really did love it that much and to add to things my sister and her husband are going in September……So you might meet all of the clan.

As we discussed when we met, is there any chance of me arranging a transfer from Almeria Airport for thursday 23rd June returning on Thursday 30th june with you please.

Don’t forget to get some practise in, next time I’m over we need to get a game in, as I said i’ve not had a round of golf for ages.

Cheers

Dave
Chris Marshall Says:
June 3rd, 2009 at 22:37 Quote
Hi

Good to meet you. Will sort transfer out. Will get the flight details off you via email and then confirm the details.
Kath Chadwick Says:
June 23rd, 2009 at 11:20 Quote
Just booked our parking through your recommended site and it was a lot cheaper, so thanks for that.
Chris Hayes Says:
July 16th, 2009 at 22:03 Quote
Great site Chris, you put a lot of hours into it, a labour of love.
Chris Marshall Says:
July 17th, 2009 at 21:43 Quote
Very kind of you to say so!
eddie walsh Says:
July 20th, 2009 at 21:15 Quote
Hi Chris
I’m coming back over on the 11th August and really looking forward to it, and this time i will meet up with you for a drink.It was unfortunate that my son-in law’s mum and dad couuld not make it due to Davids mum having a serious problem with her legs Davids mum and dad really fell in love with Almerimar and were looking forward to coming back as i’m sure they will do in the future.
Now Chris can you help please I am struggling to hire a car for the date above up till the 20th of AUGUST I am trying to hire an automatic as this is what my daughter prefers to drive so if you can help it would be great

Kind Regards

Eddie Walsh
Chris Marshall Says:
July 21st, 2009 at 18:56 Quote
I have replied to you directly by email. I am hearing a lot from people that are saying they are struggling to hire a car at Almeria airport. What I have been suggesting is that people either try Europcar Online, or consider arranging a transport from the airport throught the Forum and then picking up a hire car here in Almerimar for the days that they actually need a car.

Both Mediterraspain and can arrange for hire cars.

Once you are in Almerimar you probably don’t need a car for the whole holiday so I reckon that a couple of transfer payments and a hire car on the days you need it end up costing less than if you hired a car for the whole holiday.
eddie walsh Says:
September 2nd, 2009 at 11:59 Quote
Hi Chris
One week back home and already getting withdrawal symptoms Weather here as you probably know is wet with more to come Had a look at the videos you have done and they are very informative as is all the site. With Regard to Monarch Airlines withdrawing services from the end of October I spoke to them on Monday about Vantage Club Membership didn’t get a great response from them but found out that they are also stopping flighs to Alicante as well. I was told they are flying to the Canaries throughout the winter but if it does not prove to be profitable they will look at Almeria again? Might come again in October with my friend and his wife It’s also Pats birthday as well. Thanks Chris for all the help and advice you have given over the past months it has been invaluable Not forgetting Sands. Last but not least Pat told me that i am to receive an O.B.E at the weekend (One Boiled Egg for Breakfast) Hope to see you again Ps Write the Book
Cheers

Eddie Walsh
Chris Marshall Says:
September 2nd, 2009 at 12:35 Quote
You are welcome, thanks for the Monarch Update. O.B.E is a classic LOL. Glad you liked the videos.
Tina Gleed Says:
September 14th, 2009 at 16:04 Quote
Hi Chris

Could you tell me how much prescription charges are in Almerimar? Are they all one price as in England £7.20 per item?

Thanks

Tina
eddie walsh Says:
September 14th, 2009 at 17:11 Quote
Hi Chris

What’s up with the web cam? It’ showing all dark and what looks like light’s on

Cheers

Eddie Walsh
Chris Marshall Says:
September 14th, 2009 at 18:43 Quote
@eddie walsh: hi, nothing wrong with the WebCam, it has been streaming all day. I had my Mac turned off all day though as doing some adjustments in the study, so it wasn’t refreshing the image on the site. All working again now though
Chris Marshall Says:
September 14th, 2009 at 18:44 Quote
@Tina Gleed, we didn’t pay for our eye test, Didn’t have to show any paperwork either. At the optician up at Copo’s it is free.
eddie walsh Says:
September 27th, 2009 at 16:01 Quote
Hi Chris
Just had some feed back of Jeff and Karen who you have just met Jeff say’s that the Swimming Pool was closed at Bahia Del Golf last week and also other pools have been closed in the area by order of the local Council is that correct and if so what reason have they give for doing so?

Kind Regards

Eddie Walsh
Chris Marshall Says:
September 28th, 2009 at 8:37 Quote
Each community decides the times that their pools will be open, as they pay for the upkeep.

The concil can (and does) order the pools to be closed when there is a bad weather alert.
@TopTapas Says:
September 30th, 2009 at 9:52 Quote
Been on your blog before, definately comprehensive info.
@molinocharrara Says:
September 30th, 2009 at 10:32 Quote
We will be moving down to an area more local to Almerimar in the new year so hope to meet some of you in person. Hopefully a whole new blog of ours will appear to give you a fly on the wall peek of how we get on.
Chris Marshall Says:
September 30th, 2009 at 13:28 Quote
Sounds good! Where will you be? Look forward to receiveing the blog details.
@molinocharrara Says:
September 30th, 2009 at 13:54 Quote
Just northwest of Murcia which is a lot closer to you than just south of the French border where we are now. Will let you have blog details once easily.co.uk get my website hosting sorted, I can’t upload files at the moment.
Chris Marshall Says:
October 1st, 2009 at 9:40 Quote
Should have come to me for the hosting LOL
@tonytrainor Says:
October 4th, 2009 at 8:49 Quote
Your site for UK expats living/working in Spain combines advice with a good range of news http://tinyurl.com/n9emy2
@mba_momma Says:
October 16th, 2009 at 23:15 Quote
Nice site, great info. I am moving to S Korea soon but wouldn’t mind visiting Spain sometime. Thanks!
David Williams Says:
October 18th, 2009 at 10:50 Quote
Hiya Chris,

Hows things mate?? Me and the boss are coming over in Feb, to give the apartment a bit of a spring clean. Landing at malaga and driving across, only over for the weekend but its away from the English winter for a bit!!.

Was looking to try and get a flight to Granada with Ryanair from Liverpool, but the route appears to have closed. Are you aware if Ryanair have done as Monarch have done with Almerimar and dropped this route??

No kids (or Grandparents) this time, so will be aiming to get into the Spanish way of life, have a meal at an unsociable time later than 8.30 (so not British) LOL. If you fancy meeting up for a drink let me know and I’ll arrange something nearer the time via e-mail.

See you soon

Dave
Chris Marshall Says:
October 18th, 2009 at 11:15 Quote
Hi. As I understand it that route has closed for the winter as well! Grown up time eh!!!! Sure, we can grab a drink or some food when you over ….. will make sure you ‘go Spanish’ for the night!!! I went out last night for a drink at 11am, and got in about 4am LOL
@sethmbaker Says:
October 20th, 2009 at 12:01 Quote
Heck of a site you’ve built; now I’ve just got to get back to Spain. Cheers.
eddie walsh Says:
October 26th, 2009 at 12:22 Quote
Hi Chris

Nice article from Linda about Buse’s going from Almeria Does anybody have info about buse’s from Almerimar Last time we were over we would watch the bus going past the Apartments (Bahia Del Golf) but had no idea were it might stop and were it was going We thought it might be a Circular bus but were not sure and there doe’s not seem to be any info anywere ie timtables etc

P.S Chris your Video camera seems to be playing up again

Cheers

Eddie Walsh
FanBoy Says:
October 26th, 2009 at 17:05 Quote
Eddie, there is a link on the links page with details of the buses from Almerimar. Plus their is a local service to el Ejido etc

The WebCam will have been off air as the Internet has been down in Almerimar since Sunday night
@geereader Says:
October 28th, 2009 at 9:28 Quote
Loving the website man. Off to Barcelona for 1st time Friday – cant wait. Useful stuff on your site
@sentido_comun Says:
October 28th, 2009 at 9:29 Quote
Good site yours. Have a look in ours http://cort.as/8tX Maybe u like something we did for tourism ind. U take care!
@thisisjbrown Says:
November 7th, 2009 at 9:50 Quote
Just added you to @thisisjbrown/travel, great site for expats – hope we can connect in person sometime
eddie walsh Says:
November 17th, 2009 at 17:28 Quote
Hi Chris did your good wife get over to see her parents and friends?
There was an article Chris in the Daily Mail recently by Michael Portillo about the atrocicies that occured in Spain in the Civil War and after it .I wondered if you had seen it. His Father escaped fortunately to England Some graves have been found outside Malaga and there could be mass graves elswere in Andulucia, he says there is concern in Spain because it might open old wounds? between families etc
We wern’t able to come back over in October as planned but are definately coming back in May with our friends for Ten days and look forward to meeting up with you and Sands if that’s ok. David and Helen as you know are coming over in February for a Quick visit

Kind Regards

Eddie Walsh
Chris Marshall Says:
November 17th, 2009 at 17:44 Quote
Sands has been back to the UK to see her Mum, Sister, Brother & friends thanks. Had a good time, but as always happy to be back! I saw the article, and the TV program that he did. The whole Civil War legacy is very confused and clouded in mystery to say the least! Not sure about opening old wounds though, as many haven’t healed in the first place!

May will be fine, and we will catch up with David & Helen when they are over sin kids so grown up time
@GoldenTwineCom Says:
November 18th, 2009 at 9:50 Quote
Your blog is so cool! I have liked it so much!
@dsmpublishing Says:
November 25th, 2009 at 15:33 Quote
Hi chris – i have to ask who did your blog theme it looks amazing?
Chris Marshall Says:
November 25th, 2009 at 15:38 Quote
Thanks. I designed it and my friend coded it for me.
Kelly Fuller Says:
November 28th, 2009 at 10:51 Quote
Nice site, If you get a chance, check my blog out @ http://myhighqualitypoducts.blogspot.com I’s a green website, wind and solar, green products
Thanks
@wowfactorhair Says:
November 28th, 2009 at 12:11 Quote
I checked out your site. Lookin’ good. I have a friend in Portugal who is setting up an expat site. Good luck!
@Raine_OK Says:
December 2nd, 2009 at 12:28 Quote
cute cat! good overview – liked the update on currency and temp etc
eddie walsh Says:
December 9th, 2009 at 22:35 Quote
Hi Chris & Sands
Wishing you a Merry Xmas and Happy New Year from Eddie and Pat(Wigan)
Chris what actually happens over there at Christmas does everybody eat out with friends and family etc? Thanks again for all your help this year.

regards (Have a good one)

Eddie Walsh
Chris Marshall Says:
December 10th, 2009 at 0:33 Quote
Many thanks. I recently wrote about Christmas in Spain (http://almerimarlife.com/lang/es/christmas-in-spain) so that will give you a pretty good idea as to what they get up to here

Basically is a time to be with family, and close friends, and not as commercialised as in the UK

As for help, you are welcome, see you in 2010!!!
@nyc10010 Says:
December 12th, 2009 at 9:54 Quote
Your blog is very entertaining and informative. Pretty good and I’ve bookmarked it! You did very good!
Peter Says:
December 22nd, 2009 at 13:47 Quote
Love the addition of The Net and the Slideshow!
@gomez_traveller Says:
January 3rd, 2010 at 10:17 Quote
Congratulations for your site, let me tell you that is a great idea, already i have my uncle in madrid and i going show your page
Peter Says:
January 3rd, 2010 at 11:42 Quote
LOVE the addition of Google Earth and Google Street View into the sidebar Chris, very cool indeed!
Jennifer Says:
January 3rd, 2010 at 18:29 Quote
Oh that Street View is so cool!
Mark Holt Says:
January 9th, 2010 at 23:13 Quote
Hi Chris & Sands, Mark of the now sold yacht ‘Capricorn’here. Great site brings back many memories. Viewing from a snowed in Cavan, Eire, Best wishes.
Chris Marshall Says:
January 10th, 2010 at 9:34 Quote
Hi Chris & Sands, Mark of the now sold yacht ‘Capricorn’here. Great site brings back many memories. Viewing from a snowed in Cavan, Eire, Best wishes.

Cheers, how things going? Was talking about you not so long ago with Kevin Wood To think ….. I set you up with your first laptop and here you are surfing the net and reading this site LOL.

Hope you both well and not too cold …. has been pretty bad here (for Almerimar) but not as bad as most other places in Spain …. no Snow here yet!!!
ryan Says:
January 13th, 2010 at 7:01 Quote
Your article really exciting, I love it.
http://health-xns.blogspot.com/
Warner Jennkie Says:
January 15th, 2010 at 8:06 Quote
Hey nice job on the blog really good
David Williams Says:
February 15th, 2010 at 17:49 Quote
Hiya Chris,

Well back in rainy Britain. Just like the weather we had in Almerimar. Thanks to you and sandra for a top night – I’ve seen the future, its not garlic bread like Peter Kay says……..It’s Tapa’s on grown up time.
Helen has just been to do the shopping and brought plenty of ingrediants for a Tapa’s night, wonder if at ours, we will still be eating at midnight!!!!

Viva Espana

Cheers
David & Helen
Chris Marshall Says:
February 15th, 2010 at 17:54 Quote
You are more than welcome, we really enjoyed it! Talking of rain, Helen left an umbrella in the car, thanks – it was very useful earlier today LOL enjoy your Tapas evening and see you next time you are over.
Shamwow Reviews Says:
February 24th, 2010 at 18:07 Quote
Hey great post, I did not think I would find exactly what I was looking for until I came across this site on yahoo!
@DianaOrgain Says:
March 4th, 2010 at 8:07 Quote
Excellent site on Spain
Hockessin Says:
March 14th, 2010 at 6:58 Quote
Hey, I think your mostly on track with this, I wouldn’t say I totally agree , but its not really that much of a deal .

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