Los Alcázares Blog

It’s often difficult to decide exactly where to eat out, especially if there are a lot of people in your group. Like every group, someone always takes up the position of elected driver and that’s OK if that person doesn’t drink but unfair if everybody is letting their hair down. That familiar discussion about where to go is something that I personally experienced this week. We turned to the Internet and the name of a restaurant popped up, the reviews were fantastic and it was likened to some of the more credible ones located in Los Alcázares. One of the key things to mention here is that the restaurant provides a free pickup and drop off service. This initiative is new and proving extremely popular and given that the location is some 20 minutes from Los Alcázares, very valuable. Vehicles are sign written and the drivers are English, it’s by no way a silent journey as they are so passionate about what they do. Many of you know; “ Little Sicily ” that has es...

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I just wanted to thank everyone for the support you have shown for my blog. Approaching 2,000 reads and countless emails about the area, schools and healthcare it's nice to know that I have an audience. Many of you probably don't know but I write in my spare time, articles and educational books but in 2011 I published my first children's novel. I love writing and there is a new book in process which has a holding title at this time. For those that are interested it's available from Waterstones , WHSmiths , Amazon and now iBooks . Thanks for reading, please remember to share or like :)

This charming villa is now being offered for rent, available from the 1st of September. Priced at €625 per calender month with a months deposit it's a fantastic opportunity to aquire a family home. The property has 3 double bedrooms, A/C, Internet connections and it's 1,000 M2. There is a communal pool, private tennis court, open cinema, community theatre and is only 8km away from Los Alcázares. To find out more about this property simply call 609 873 247.

It's nice to reflect on the past, as Los Alcázares expands once again here is a video worthy of sharing. As you walk through the old town, the local government have paid tribute to some of the images that have helped to define the towns history. Hope that you enjoy it as much as I did.

There is much to be said about this hidden gem, the owners have a keen eye for detail and that shows in the way in which this apartment has been presented. It doesn't take long for you to work out the colour theme, it works well and doesn't leave you guessing as you enter this one bedroom apartment located a stones throw from Los Alcázares. Located on the second floor and overlooking the communal pool and golf course it certainly has appeal. A communal car parking area is situated to the front of the building and there is both lift and stair access. Polaris World offers not only security checkpoints on both sides of the development but also patrols by both a private security firm and the police. The immediate difference is that there are no bars on windows and patio doors something you see all round the coast and to be honest have to accept. As you enter the apartment you get the feeling of space and light, the kitchen is positioned to the immediate ...

Watching TV is a little bit of sanctuary, those familiar faces that we identify with home presents a certain comfort zone that puts a smile on our face. I am not going to write about the obvious large dishes that we have become so used to seeing, more the new technology that has been made available. Smart TV's have dropped in price over the last few years as watching TV has taken a much less conventional form on portable devices. Up to this point I never really appreciated the technology but the providers have, so today's post will show you a little bit about what is available to you. FILMON This used to be a free service but sadly not anymore. When you consider that you can watch all your favourites on your portable device it does suit the lifestyle here particularly as we all like a sitting outdoors. You can stream live TV but for an extra charge, you can record all your favourites which turns it into an on demand service. It's a very user friendly applicat...

Business Card Well thought that we would show off our business card in this post just so you know who we are and what we do. **Imagine if your house or appartment could have photos that talk, they would tell the potential buyer or renter what was included, show off special features like a pool or extention. Our office is behind the Alaska Bar opposite the Tuesday market, call us before you plan a visit as we may be out on a viewing. 609 873 247

Crime here is relatively low but there are a number of opportunist thefts that plague the town now and again. In Spain there are two dominant providers; Prosegur and Securitas Direct. Both have similar systems but there are some notable differences. Prosegur use wifi connections and the hub is plugged directly into an electrical socket whereas Securitas Direct offer a portable base unit that can change location and is connected to an online frequency band. Both these systems are connected to a control and monitoring station so it won't just sound for a neighbour to be alerted. Both smart hubs allow for direct communication too so if you are on your own, you don't need to worry. There is an English speaking department and the installers speak English too. Both companies have a price for installation and a cost per month which ranges from 34€ to 55€ depending on the number of sensors you need. During my time here I have had alarms with both providers and I have to s...

Walking is a pastime here, why not it was voted by the world health council as having one of the best climates worldwide. Often this timeless place we call home boasts change but the beach remains relatively untouched. Rain or shine, there is a certain charm that is always inviting and provides much of the draw to this area. The beach has undergone some modernisation and one of the most recent changes caught my eye this morning. For better or for worse the pier at San Antonio has been extended and I think that from the tourist boat's perspective it's for the better. It would be interesting to get some feedback on what you think so feel free to leave a comment in the box below. This particular scene has been symbolic to all the weddings, scattering of ashes, street parties, food festivals and tourists. One thing is for certain, the tourists will have the red carpet treatment leading to the Ferry realtively sand free. I hope that you have enjoyed this post, till...

If you are looking for something very close to the beach and a stones throw from the Los Alcázares marina then this Hotel will tick all the boxes. Wonderful service and family run it is located opposite the old town hall. As you enter, to the right is a bar area to your left is the dining room and it's set back literally on the beach. Taxis can be booked from reception and just so that you have your bearings, the exact location is indicated on this post. If you have friends visiting or you need somewhere which is has more charm than a new build, this is a place of interest and should be checked out. There is always someone available to speak English at reception and during high season there are plenty of beach bars and night markets a stones throw from the Hotel. If you need further information here is a link to their website. The Marina If you like our articles please share or comment.

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Working for yourself Everyone's dream There are 4 main forms of opening a business in Spain and this article will hopefully shed some light on the process and contribute in some way into making an informed decision about working for yourself. Site Selection This is of course is based on the fundamental basics of supply and demand however the following factors can influence the decision making process: Destination Vs Central location If you have a unique cook, an amazing service level that can't be rivelled and a reputation that most of your competitors could only dream of having, then a destination site will suffice. People will drive to you, find you and tell others about you. Destination sites command a very high advertising spend so consider that around the time that you are making your final decision. Popular locations are very expensive, here in Los Alcázares they can tend to be very high in terms of price per square metre. Something to bear...