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PHOENIX CLUB
Phoenix Club: The Phoenix Social Club is open to all nationalities but the lingua franca is English.
We offer an opportunity to make friends, help each other & share information but primarily to have fun in a friendly and inclusive association. You do not have to be a member to join us on our trips.
Our handmade greetings cards are for sale weekly with all proceeds to the Red Cross. We would be happy to accept any greeting cards you may have to re-make into fantastic cards.
We meet every Thursday between 12 and 2 pm at Chine in Caleta, just off the coast road to/from Algarrobo.
***Trips/Events***
~All trips/events include a driver’s gratuity~
May
– 6th – Trip to Gib €22pp
– 15th – Craft Fair and Bake Sale at Chine, Caleta. If you would like to sell your wares, please contact us on the number below.
– 23rd – Trip to Almunecar. €20pp
June
– 10th – Trip to Gib €22pp
– 20th – Summer Solstice Luncheon and Dance at Pepe Molino, Almayate. 4 course meal with wine & live music @ 50€pp.
– 21st – Trip to Alfarnate and their Cherry Fiesta. €22pp
August
– 15th – Almunecar Fireworks Spectacular
– 22nd – A visit to Teba for their celebration of Sir James Douglas €22pp
September
– 2nd – Trip to Gib €22pp
– 19th – Trip to Mini Hollywood, price includes coach fare, entry and buffet lunch €65.
For information call Gail on 951067723 / 626370695 (Whatsapp) email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk.
We are DigameXtra sponsors and our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.
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Periana’s Días del Aceite Verdial 2025:
Saturday and Sunday, April 26 and 27
– Periana’s greenish olive oil is very famous. This olive oil is made with olives of the Verdial variety. Of the 1000 varieties of olives grown in the world, the Verdial de Vélez is only grown in the Axarquia region. It is an olive that stays green for a long time and is harvested very late, from January to March.
***Program of activities***
– Saturday, April 26, the San Isidro Cooperative will invite all to a miller’s breakfast. An hour later, the guide Antonio Lopez and the Periana Club will carry out a route through the ancient olive trees. At 12.00 there will be an oil tasting in the María Zambrano auditorium, given by Alfredo Rivera, director of Labsur Laboratories. Then, at 13.00 there will be a show cooking offered by Sabor a Málaga. In the evening, at 20.00 hours, will be inaugurated the square Mayor Rafael Torrobia dedicated to the former alderman of this municipality from 2015 until his sudden death in 2024. From 23.00 hours there will be music with the Millenium orchestra and a dj in the Plaza Alfonso XII.
– On Sunday, April 27 at 10.00 am there will be distribution of welcome gifts in the square of the day center. At the same time, there will be a miller’s breakfast in the Plaza Alfonso XII. Half an hour later will start the parade of the Municipal Band of Periana. From 11.00 a.m. the folkloric performances by Abraham Oritz and the Panda de Verdiales de Periana will begin.
Source: https://www.laopiniondemalaga.es/axarquia/2025/04/10/periana-despedira-mes-abril-xxiv-116265199.html
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Upcoming events: Casa De Cultura- Almuñécar
Puerta De Granada, 19, 18690 Almuñécar
– Friday 25 April, 7pm. Oniria, with Virginia Abril, new show for the flamenco program of Almuñécar.
– Sunday, 27 April, 7pm. The Mediterranean Chamber Orchestra closes its concert season. The Orchestra will open the concert with the spectacular Symphony No. 9 in C Major MWV 9 by F. Mendelssohn and will close it with the most famous work by the English Gustav Holst, St Paul’s Girls’ School.
– Friday, 2 May, 8pm. Ancora Ensemble, conducted by Rafael Lamas, presents ‘The Four Seasons’. A special concert with Vivaldi and Piazzolla as protagonists. With Jesús Berrio on violin and Fabián Carbone on bandoneon. Video Link.
Info & tix: https://bravoentradas.es/
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Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Torre del Mar
Hours: Wednesday & Friday 10.00 – 13.00. Info tel. 952 543 334
*** May etc. events & excursions***
– Every Tuesday – Axarquia Business Networking group 19.00.
– Spanish. Wednesday and Friday 10.00 – 13.00.
– Wednesdays- Art group, with the crochet & craft group 10.00 – 13.00.
– Shop Wednesdays and Fridays 10.00 – 13.00.
– Thursday Spanglish. – Conversation between Spanish and English 16.30 -17.30
– Thursday – NA English 19.00 to 20.30.
– Friday – Conversation group 10.00 – 11.00.
– Friday – Coffee Morning 10.00- 13.00.
– Saturday – English Catholic Mass 16.00.
– Monday 12th – Monday Club 11.00 – 1.30.
– Thursday May 15th visit Ubrique with its leather museum.
– Friday 30th Taizé Prayer for Unity, St Andrés Church Torre del Mar 20.00
COMING EXCURSION
– Thursday, 19th June – Visit Benalmadena- Sea Life, Old Town and Butterfly House.
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HANNINGTONS KITCHENS AND BATHROOMS
Hanningtons Kitchens and Bathrooms: We have been installing kitchens and bathrooms here on the Costa for 13 years. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, highest standards of work and customer service.
Whether you are thinking of updating an existing kitchen or bathroom, or whether you wish to create the kitchen or bathroom you have always dreamed of, we are here for you, every step of the way.
With an unrivaled knowledge of the best local materials and suppliers we are able to work to all tastes and budgets.
Our full range of services includes:
– Installations and Refurbs
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– Plastering, woodwork and floor levelling
Visit our FB page on the link below to be inspired
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Call us : 669 665 156
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MANDY’S PAINTBOX
Mandy’s Paintbox: Painter for 30 years in Nerja area.
Painting work undertaken. Inside and outside, large or small. Furniture painted or sprayed. Kitchens, cabinets, wardrobes doors any colour any surface. Check out the before and after photos, all the furniture was spray painted. Call for advice. WhatsApp 680739577
Email: josiahamanda@gmail.com
My contact details can be found in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of every issue. Here are “before” (left) and “after” (right) pics from my latest job.
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CÓMPETA SOLAR
Cómpeta Solar:
-Solar Electric (PV) (Self-Consumption)
-Grid Connected or Off Grid Solar Electric
-Solar Hot Water
-Solar Pool Heating
-Heat Pumps
-Installation and Repairs
Contact: James Bain, Competa
Tel: +34 652970608 (Spain)
Email: info AT competasolar DOT es
Web: www.competasolar.es
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TONY ROAM TRANSPORT & REMOVALS
Tony Roam Transport & Removals Spain To UK To Spain:
Fortnightly Runs Spain to UK and Up to 4 weeks free Storage. Spain or UK.
18 years Removals To & Fro Spain / UK Spain.
Man & Van, Local & Long Distance Removals
No subcontracting, all collection and delivery in house.
Transportation, Removals & light haulage company that have scheduled trips all year from UK to Torrox and back every month.
Also additional unscheduled to suit your needs.
Full or part loads undertaken.
Dedicated Delivery Personal Service Full or Part loads up to 60 cubic meters up to 5.5 tonne.
Up to £25,000.00 insurance with British Insurance Company.
Evidence of insurance can be supplied by email on request.
Hard Copies always carried on the vans.
This and a current Operators licence are a legal requirement.
Our International Operators Licence No UKGB / OG2043664
We live just behind Torrox Pueblo in Spain and in South Wales UK and have vans going back and forth UK to Spain to UK by way of Santander or Bilbao / Portsmouth or Plymouth Ferry.
For more information and prices for all to see please visit our website http://www.tonyroamremovals.com
email ; tonyroam@btconnect.com
Spain 0034636393542 – UK 00447973362003.
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GREEK CASITA RESTAURANT & BAR
The Greek House – Greek Casita Restaurant & Bar –Torrox Costa:
Located on the sea promenade, between the Safari bar and Picadero restaurants, BLQ 80 bajo. We offer you a little piece of Greece with our Greek home made specialities. You can choose meat specialties (Gyros, Souvlaki, Bifteki, Sutsukaki, Mussaka), cheese (Feta Psiti, Feta Saganaki, Hallumi), vegetables (Greek salad, Hummus, Eggplant cream, Mezze, Tzatziki) or sea fruits (prawns or octopus), all of this accompanied with our special Greek pita bread. For dessert… HOMEMADE BAKLAVA! We offer a lovely meal time in a quiet and exquisite atmosphere, accompanied with the best Greek music. See you soon! Hours: 7pm to close, Wednesday thru Sunday. Closed Monday & Tuesday. For reservations call 642585049. https://la-casita-griega.business.site/ We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.
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ASSISTED LIVING SERVICES & JUBILEE HOUSE
ASSISTED LIVING SERVICES IN THE AXARQUIA REGION:
Do you have health or mobility issues?
Would support enable you to remain independent in your own home?
Liz Brown, probably the only nurse registered to practice in Andalucia to hold the ENB 941 (Specialist qualification in care of the older person), together with her fully insured and police checked home care support team offers one-on-one support and companionship in the comfort of your own home. COE Malaga reg. 17425
HOME CARE/NURSE SUPPORT
Palliative care / Companionship / Health monitoring English Nurse / Hospital sitting / Respite at home / 24 hr live in care / Housekeeping / Correspondence & Communication / Medication collection & dispensing systems / Dressing, bathing & daily hygiene / Shopping & meal preparation / Fast response Falls Team / Provision of medical equipment such as wheelchairs and hoists
Email: info@englishnurse.care ; Website: https://englishnurse.live-website.com/
Tel: 951550581 or 692419548
JUBILEE HOUSE – Close Care Unit in Torrox
5 ground floor individual units all en-suite
24-hour care at all stages from the English Nurse Care Team
Main language- English / Extensive sea views / Wheelchair accessible / Garden / Home cooking / Wifi / Air conditioning / Visiting physiotherapist, hairdresser, chiropodist and nutritionist
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BluCee Real Estate
BluCee Real Estate:
– BluCee Real Estate have just attended a very busy exhibition at the International Property Show in Dubai, an exciting 3 days of speaking with buyers and investors from around the world. Michelle Conner gave a presentation on the stage, introducing people to the Spanish market and why they should choose BluCee Real Estate. We will have more exciting news from Dubai to share soon!
– In just a few weeks we will be off again, this time to A Place in the Sun London. It’s not too late to list your property with us and have it shown to thousands of serious buyers daily. If you’re looking for an agent to proactively market your property worldwide then contact BluCee Real Estate today.
– Nearly forgot to mention, our service might sound expensive but we are not! Our sales commissions are very competitive compared to other real estate companies.
– Please contact us for a free valuation or more information: info@blucee.com
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We look forward to helping you.
We cover the whole coast line and inland.
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Grow Your Business with Axarquía Business Networking!:
Are you a small business owner or self-employed entrepreneur in the Axarquía?
Join our friendly English-speaking networking group and build valuable local and international connections to help grow your business.
We meet every Tuesday at 7am at the Lux Mundi meeting hall in Torre del Mar.
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Link to FB – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1103758531135273/
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SPAIN
Rapid judgements against squatters do not result in faster evictions: {Translation, summary}
– Under the new legislation, crimes such as home invasion and illegal occupation, specifically cases where there is no contract or any authorization for the occupant to reside in the property, will be processed more swiftly. The reform establishes a maximum period of 15 days for the accused to appear before a judge, followed by a sentence within three days. This accelerated procedure is designed to provide quicker relief to property owners affected by illegal occupation.
– However, legal experts caution that this increased speed may not translate into practical effectiveness. Alegría Cuevas, a lawyer at Le Morne Brabant Abogados, points out that the law’s requirement for a prior conciliation or mediation session before filing a civil eviction claim could actually delay the overall eviction process. This additional step may prolong the recovery of properties, especially in civil cases where occupants claim social vulnerability.
– Moreover, while the criminal procedure has been streamlined, its success depends heavily on the courts’ capacity to meet these tight deadlines.
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5702197/0/abogados-alertan-consecuencias-juicios-rapidos-okupas-no-agiliza-desahucios-los-retrasa/
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Council of Europe reprimands Spain for failing to comply with recommendations to prevent corruption among senior officials:
– Europe’s leading human rights organisation and democracy watchdog – the Council of Europe – with 46 member states, including the EU’s 27 nations, has called on Spain to improve regulation of conflicts of interest among the country’s high-ranking, government officials, as well as their meetings with lobbyists, their privileges and the revolving doors that occur when they leave their public duties to work in the private sector. This has been stated in a report published on Wednesday by Greco, the Council of Europe’s group of states against corruption, in which Spain is criticised for a “poor implementation” of the recommendations that the organisation made in 2019 to Spain.
– The criticism was made because Sanchez {pic} has only managed to partially implement 13 of the recommendations while six have not been implemented at all. This has led Greco to include Spain in a non-compliance procedure and a request that the Spanish government reports on progress in this area for the next full meeting of the group, its 100th session.
– As a result of these failures the Council of Europe has called on the Spanish authorities to pay more attention to preventing conflicts of interest among senior officials, as well as to increase transparency in the executive functions of senior government officials, including their advisors. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/spain-reprimanded-for-failing-comply-with-recommendations-20250417051351-nt.html
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What Kind Of Con Job Is This? The Investigated State Attorney General Is Allowed To Appoint Who Will Investigate & Prosecute Him: {Translation, summary}
– The Attorney General of the State, Álvaro García Ortiz {pic}, will propose this Tuesday in the Plenary of the Fiscal Council the appointment of the coordinating prosecutor for crimes against public administration who will be in charge of setting criteria- among others- on the crime of disclosure of secrets for which he himself is being investigated.
– Last month the FA- the majority association of the prosecutors- expressed its opposition to García Ortiz presenting his proposal for appointment to the position of coordinating prosecutor for crimes against public administration. “In the current legal procedural situation of the state attorney general, and making clear- as we have always done- our utmost respect for his right to the presumption of innocence, it is simply inconceivable that this can be allowed,” the association said last March in a statement.
– For the FA, “it is not acceptable” that García Ortiz is going to decide the appointment of “the person who will be in charge of unifying the criteria of action of the Public Prosecutor’s Office on crimes such as, for example, the violation of secrets”, for which he is being investigated in the Supreme Court.
– The FA also described this position as “unnecessary and disturbing because of its possible collision with the competences of other organs of the Public Prosecutor’s Office”. “We call attention to this intolerable mockery of our institution and society as a whole at a time when the investigation of various proceedings affecting the environment of the Government itself is public,” it said. Source, Spanish: https://www.europapress.es/nacional/noticia-garcia-ortiz-propone-martes-nombramiento-fiscal-fijara-criterio-delito-investigado-20250420095954.html
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DigameXtra DeepDive- Spain continues to actively support the Moroccan regime- caught in spying operations in Spain, prime source of illegal migration, and a major source of the drugs entering Spain costing taxpayers millions to combat- and deny old friend Algeria, who supplies Spain most of its gas, and poses no direct immigration or contraband threat?: {DigameXtra}
– Spain’s support for Morocco’s autonomy plan for Western Sahara over Algeria’s support for an independent Western Sahara- despite Algeria’s key role as a gas supplier for Spain, and ignoring Moroccan activities detrimental to Spain- reflects a convoluted and highly suspect balancing act.
– In 2022, Spain shifted its long standing position by endorsing Morocco’s “Western Sahara autonomy” plan. A misleading name as Morocco has no plans for any meaningful Western Sahara autonomy. Rather, Morocco wants to control it more than ever, and currently exercises control over about 75% of the territory, which it refers to as its “Southern Provinces of Morocco”. Morocco claims this proposal to be “the most serious, realistic and credible” path to resolving the Western Sahara dispute. This marks a break from Spain’s previous support for an Algerian supported, UN-backed referendum proposing independence for the region. Spanish government propaganda framed the policy change as a way to “close a crisis with a strategic partner,” emphasizing the importance of stable relations with Morocco and dismissing the value of its long term relationship with, and energy supply reliance on, Algeria.
– Algeria, which supports Western Sahara’s right to self-determination, strongly opposed Spain’s policy shift. In response, Algeria suspended a 20-year friendship treaty with Spain and restricted trade, though it continued gas exports due to binding contracts and its reputation as a reliable supplier. Algeria remains Spain’s main source of natural gas, accounting for roughly a quarter of imports as of early 2023. Algeria has already revealed it has plans to move away from supplying gas to Spain when current agreements expire, diverting those supplies to Italy rather than continuing supplying disloyal Spain. (https://www.aa.com.tr/en/energy/international-relations/algeria-threatens-to-cut-off-gas-supplies-to-spain/35234)
– Independent investigations by Amnesty International, the European Parliament’s Pegasus inquiry, and major media outlets have reported that Morocco likely used NSO Group’s Pegasus spyware to target Spanish officials, including Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and senior ministers.
– Do not forget that Arabic language news outlets & social media commonly carry content promoting the re-conquest of Al Andaluz, and that there have recently been several instances of jihadi organizers arrested in Andalucia! (Refs: https://theworld.org/stories/2017/08/25/isis-says-it-wants-re-build-muslim-caliphate-spain & https://jcpa.org/article/al-qaeda-the-next-goal-is-to-liberate-spain-from-the-infidels/)
– Refs:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Western_Sahara_conflict
https://europeanconservative.com/articles/news/spain-to-reopen-investigation-into-hacking-of-premiers-phone/
https://guardian.pressreader.com/article/281990381100230
https://www.newarab.com/news/spain-probes-rabats-possible-use-pegasus-pm
https://europeanconservative.com/articles/news/spanish-ministers-once-targets-of-moroccan-spyware-forgive-and-forget/
https://www.echoroukonline.com/the-makhzens-new-espionage-scandal-in-spain
https://thediplomatinspain.com/en/2024/07/24/es-marruecos-una-amenaza-real-para-la-ciberseguridad-de-espana/
MALAGA PROVINCE
When is the date of the next bridge in Malaga? All of 2025’s remaining holidays: {Translation}
– With Easter Week over, after a four-day long weekend (with the holidays of Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, April 17 and 18), there will be those who are wondering when the next one will be. Another holiday is coming soon, although this time there will be no option to enjoy a long weekend.
– Next week, May 1, is a national holiday, Labor Day. Although this time it falls on a Thursday, so there is no long weekend. It will not be until summer, in the month of August, when the people of Malaga will have a long weekend. Nothing to do with the Fair of the capital, with local holiday on Tuesday, August 19, but with the previous Friday, August 15, Day of the Assumption of the Virgin, which is also a national holiday. Falling at the beginning of a weekend, it will be possible to enjoy a three-day long weekend.
– In total there are 12 public holidays in the calendar, to which two local holidays are added. These are usually chosen by the town councils of the municipalities to coincide with their own festivities, a fair or the day of the patron saint. In the case of the capital, they are August 19 and September 8, the day of the patron saint, the Virgen de la Victoria. Here you can consult the holidays of the 103 localities of the province of Malaga.
***Next long weekends in 2025***
– The first one arrives in August, as just indicated, on Friday, August 15. For the inhabitants of Malaga capital, there is a long weekend at the beginning of September, on Monday 8, the day of the patron saint of the city, the Victoria.
– The next one comes in October, with the day of the Pilar, October 12. In 2025, falling on a Sunday, the holiday is moved to Monday 13, again with a 3-day long weekend.
– December 8, the day of the Immaculate Conception, is Monday, offering a 3-day long weekend.
***Other holidays in 2025***
– November 1, All Saints’ Day, is a holiday, although on this occasion, as it falls on a Saturday, the holiday is not moved.
– The same happens on December 6, Spanish Constitution Day, which also falls on a Saturday.
– Christmas Day, December 25, which falls on a Thursday. This brings the 2025 holiday calendar to an end. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/fecha-proximo-puente-malaga_0_2003764020.html
MALAGA CITY
Easter Week Malaga Resurrection Sunday 2025: Video Link
VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA
This has been Good Friday in Vélez-Málaga:
-See 28 image gallery by Ignacio Martín here:
https://www.malagahoy.es/velez-malaga/sido-viernes-santo-velez-malaga-semana-santa_3_2003770919.html#slide-1
RECALLS
Salmonella detected in batch of DIA chicken burgers sold in Andalucia:
– The Spanish agency for food safety and nutrition (Aesan) has warned of the presence of salmonella in a batch of the chicken burger meat product of the Selección de Dia brand.
– The product involved is:
Name: Burguer meat de pollo.
Brand name: Selección de Dia.
Appearance of the product: packaged in a plastic tray with 6 units of 90g.
Lot number: 250969. Expiry date: 19/04/2025.
Unit weight: 540 grams. Temperature: Refrigerated.
SPORT
Tennis News- Rune defeats Alcaraz to win Barcelona Open:
– Holger Rune {pic} beat world number two Carlos Alcaraz 7-6 (8/6), 6-2 on Sunday to win the Barcelona Open for the first time. Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20250420-rune-defeats-alcaraz-to-win-barcelona-open
TECH
DoctorLaptop’s Tips #117
How to migrate from an iPhone to an Android phone:
– Migrating from an iPhone to an Android phone is now a streamlined process, thanks to dedicated apps and cloud services that help transfer your essential data- contacts, photos, messages, calendars, and more. Here’s a step-by-step guide to ensure a smooth transition.
1. Prepare Both Devices
– Fully charge both your iPhone and your new Android phone.
– Ensure both devices are connected to Wi-Fi.
– Update your iPhone to the latest iOS version to ensure compatibility.
2. Use a Migration App
– Most Android phones (especially Google Pixel and Samsung devices) prompt you during setup to transfer data from an iPhone. You can use the included cable (Lightning to USB-C/USB-A with an OTG adapter) or opt for a wireless transfer. {pic}
3. Choose What to Transfer
– The migration tool or app lets you select what to move: contacts, photos, videos, messages, calendar events, and more.
– If you’re using a Google Pixel, it can even suggest Android versions of your iOS apps.
– Samsung users can use the Smart Switch app for a similarly comprehensive transfer, even after initial setup.
4. Transfer via Cloud Services (Optional)
– If you prefer, you can use Google Drive on your iPhone to back up contacts, calendar, and photos. After signing into your Google account on the Android device, this data will sync automatically.
– For files not covered by migration tools, upload them to Google Drive or Dropbox on your iPhone and download them on your Android.
5. Disable iMessage and FaceTime
– Before removing your SIM card from the iPhone, turn off iMessage and FaceTime in Settings. This prevents missing future SMS/MMS messages on your new Android phone.
6. Final Steps
– Log into your Google account on the Android device to access synced data.
– Download any additional apps from the Google Play Store.
– Check that all your important data has migrated successfully.
7. Closing comment
– By following these steps and using the recommended apps or cloud services, you can efficiently transfer your data and start using your new Android device with minimal hassle. See the reference article for more detailed, step by step instructions with photos.
Ref: https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-move-iphone-to-android-phone/
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Cinesur El Ingenio Films schedule: You can find the film schedule at this link. Films tagged as (VOSE) are in the original language with Spanish subtitles.
https://www.cinesur.com/es/cine/mk2-cinesur-el-ingenio
Useful Links, Info & Numbers
2025 Holiday Calendars by town, click/tap to view:
Algarrobo
Competa
Malaga
Nerja
Rincon
Torrox
Velez-Málaga
For other towns in Malaga Province, visit this website, click your town, then look for the post named “Calendario Laboral de ‘Your Town‘ 2025 “, click that to see calendar.
https://www.foro-ciudad.com/malaga.html
Petrol Prices – Updated daily: These are the fuel stations in Malaga province with the lowest prices. The price data for 95 and 98-octane petrol and diesel fuel is updated every day. See it here:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/updated-daily-these-20220314114157-nt.html
Weekly Markets
Monday: Torrox Costa
Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena
Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa
Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana
Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria.
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: Nerja Car Boot
Taxi
Nerja 952 524 519
Torrox: 952 531 030
Frigiliana: 952 533 231
Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Services.: 112
National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112
Local Police
Torrox: 952 539 828
Nerja: 952 521 545
Frigiliana: 952 533 126
Torre del Mar: 952 549 238
Local/National News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
Local Weather: https://www.accuweather.com/en/es/torre-del-mar/306652/weather-forecast/306652
Bus Info: https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/our-destinations/regional
Currency Converter: https://www.x-rates.com/calculator/?from=EUR&to=GBP&amount=1
Internet Speed Test: http://beta.speedtest.net/
Local Bank Holidays: http://www.officeholidays.com/countries/spain/index.php UK Newspaper Front Pages and Worldwide Newspapers All On One Site: https://www.thepaperboy.com/uk/front-pages.cfm
Check All Lottery Results Here: Updated daily.
https://www.20minutos.es/loterias/
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/
DoctorLaptop’s Homepage: https://doctorlaptop-repairs.webnode.com/
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