welcome to paradise christmas 2012/new year 2013
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A2Z Directory of where to find, and who provides, services for tourists and residents in Javea.TRANSCRIPT
Welcome to PARADISE Nº 9 Christmas 2012 - New Year 2013 FREE
We are gratefulto JáveaTourismCouncillor Toni Miragall,and his Town Hallcolleagues for agreeing thatthe Town Hall TouristOffices be the principalpick-up points for thisDirectory.
Published by Jáveaevangelical Church, onbehalf of the Christianchurches in Jávea.
There are NO PAIDadvertisements in thisissue.
Avda. del Pla/Calle Pescara, 5 - JAVEA 03730Tel: 96 646 1848 Store opening hours:Monday - Saturday, 8:30am - 9:00pmSunday 9am - 5pm. www.overseas.es
Offers valid until 7th January 2013
When looking to name this‘A2Z Directory of Jávea’sservices’ a religious titlewas not on my mind.
I chose Paradise (ratherthan Jávea/Xàbia) because- 25 and more years ago -holidaymakers came andbought here, because it wasParadise.
Intervening years broughtdirt and decline to the pointwhere brits were happy todescribe it as Shabbier. Iare proud to lead the callfor our town to be Paradiseresurrected!
WHY Paradise?
BRITISH PRIME MINISTERFOLLOWS JÁVEA LEAD
More than a year after volunteers withCancer Care Jávea decided to purchase a‘cancer DNA mapping - or sequencing -machine’ for Denia Hospital, Britain’sPrime Minister, David Cameron,announced a £100m project for the UK.
Whilst everyone waits for a machine that will analyse bloodand detect cancers in the body, the machine funded by Jáveacancer Care, will monitor patients where cancer has alreadybeen diagnosed, to ensure that a ‘cocktail’ of chemo ingredientsis ‘matched’ to their needs, and the specific type of cancer thatis destroying their quality of life.
Our repeated requests to the charityvolunteers managing the project for astatement clarifying the whereabouts of
Forty-year Tosalethouseowner, DavidMcMullan Mbe recentlypresented our publisher,Clive Read, with a copyof David’s book tracingthe history of the‘Crayford’ motor carconversions across therange of cars from Minito Mercedes, but neverfar away from Fords.
University in Valencia toprovide the machine at a costof 120.000€ as well as a bill fortesting kits, estimated at20.000€ for each of the next 5years.
Controversy accompaniedthe announcement of the UKscheme on 10th December,that was described as ‘a newway of treating patients thattakes into account geneticdifferencies between peoplethat can affect whetherindividuals are able to respondto certain drugs, or not.’
This publication fullysupports the work of Jávea’scharities and their volunteers.Jávea has been at theforefront of innovation sincelong before Ann and I arrived,but there is still much morethat needs to be achieved. CR
Copies available from: [email protected]
any machine and the money,have been ignored.
Searching the internet, wediscovered plans by ECMOR(English Cathedra of ModernOncology Research) to workwith the Valencia CatolicaUniversity fell through,resulting in money that hadbeen paid out being returned.
It is still unclear (from theECMOR website) whether ornot the American machine hasbeen purchased - or not - andif it has, where it is? TheJávea charity is now workingwith Cardenal Herrera
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JÁVEA IS THREE VILLAGES
THE PUEBLOor Old Town
With the Gothic ParishChurch of St. Bartolome atits centre, the narrow streetsremind us they weredesigned with horse and cartin mind.
Wooden front doors openon the street, behind whichis a labrinth of rooms and aninner courtyard wherelivestock were housed.
Many properties havebeen converted into shopsand intimate cafés, eachwith its own tapas to matchthe atmosphere.
It might look boring but the‘Old Town’ is always fresh,and delivers on promise.
THE PORTor Aduanas
A reminder to everyone thatJávea was - and still is - animportant fishing port,proven by the number ofrefrigerated vehicles thatmake their way there fromplaces as far away asMalaga.
Fuel tax and EU quotasare strangling those whofish, in the same way as fewnow harvest oranges andother crops that are left torot.
You’ll discover somethingnew with every visit to thePort - and the ‘Fisherman’sChurch’ always impresses.
THE ARENALor Beach
Despite the danger ofmelanoma of the skin,tourists still pour onto thebeach to gain a sun tan thatwill show their UK friendsthey’ve had a great holiday.
The ‘Sandy’ beach offerssafe bathing - not forgettingall bathing by the young orelderly should besupervised - combiningsand that is cleanedovernight, with anabundance of nearby barsand restaurants to suit everypalate and pocket.
There are rope andrubber climbing frames anda special area for disabledbathers at the Southern endof the bay.
C/. Liverpool, 11 (Op. Moli Blanc)Tel/Fax: 96 579 2502
Javi will serve you in English
Hire/Saleof Tools &Machinery
Specialist BOAT ‘N CAR
Upholstering byMelqui Requena
Fabrics, finest quality leathersor synthetics
We upholster seats, interioroverheads, steering wheels,
dashboards and doors.We also repair, restore and
colour leather.Bespoke floor mats and
Convertible tops.
Tel: 636 747 632call us NOW for home visit
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Reliable and easily installed byour professional technicians.
For homes in the Southern area of Jáveawe can offer cable delivery - in some parts,
even with Broadband Internet access.Elsewhere, we offer delivery
from our own transmitters to the remainder ofJávea, Benissa, Benitachell, Vergel, Els Poblets,
Moraira, Calpe and beyond.Swiss Service & Cable-TV SLU - CIF: B53539300
CMT licensed subsidiary of LUIS BOGA TELECOM SL. CIF: B54530738
Mon-Fri: 9am - 4pm (www.javeacable.tv)Ctra. Cabo la Nao 67, Km 10, Balcón al Mar, 03738 Jávea
CALL NOW: Office: 96 577 1121 - Mob: 679 797 473eMail: [email protected]
BRITISH TV
Much More - at your local store
Offers valid 13th December 2012 - 2nd January 2013
AcupunctureNever had the inclination totry it for myself, but I amhappy to include a lady whoqualified with 3-years full-time study at the LondonSchool of Acupuncture, then3-months at a hospital inKunming (China). Satisfiedpatients have suffered frommigraine, sciatica, back orneck pain, fibromialgia andneuralgia.
Magali FradetTel. 647 541 034Clinic, in Terraverde C/. Andres Lambert 4, (the pedestrianised section), in the Port. Established in Jávea since 1997. Best to phone for [email protected]
Agenda 21For 7 years, residents of Jáveahave met with Councillors,Town Hall employees (andeach other) to discuss therelationship betweenConstruction, Tourism andenvironment.
It was always going to bea difficult road, with jobs forJavienses (those born inJávea) always being moreimportant than ‘green’ issues.
You can follow Agenda21 news at:http://tinyurl.com/5tn2uggAgentsAgents are intermediaries,motivated to make enoughmoney to keep them inbusiness - like anyone else.
Never buy - whether ornot an Agent is involved -without making your own‘independent’ enquiries (at theTown Hall or fromneighbours). better you loseyour dream home - becausethe Agent may tell you he hasanother keen buyer - than youlose all your money.Airport runs
You’ll need to be myfriend. Tel: 603 513 792
Airport Shuttle BusA shuttle service operates toValencia and Alicante airportsfrom Aparthotel PinosolSaladar Supermarket, TosaletTaj MahalQuicksave ArenalConsum/McDonaldsSilvasol/Alsa bus Stop (town)Restaurant Montgo, withtimes to suit customers, whoneed to book 24 hours inadvance. You can book andcheck prices online.
Tel. 96 681 [email protected]
Air ConditioningSummers in Jávea areunbearable, with excessivehumidity, and an AirCon unitthat keeps you cool in theSummer, can also keep youwarm in Winter.
Many units areinexpensive and will justifytheir cost (don’t forget what itcosts to install and ‘gas’)many times over. They makelocal summers bearable.Airport ParkingFor short-term parkingAlicante and Valencia airportsoffer parking connected to theTerminal buildings. For thosewho need to leave a car whilethey fly, there are cheap andsecure alternatives.AlicanteParking Klaus
Tel. 96 568 0941Mob. 619 936 802alicanteairportcarparking.comAlicante-ParkingTel. 96 568 0312reservas
@alicante-parking.comwww.alicante-parking.com
ValenciaServirentLeave keys and return infoin Fiat Punto, bay 490, insecond (blue) level of P1.Tel. 96 152 2085Mob. 616 330 [email protected]
Al-Anonfor friends or relatives ofalchoholics to share theirexperiences. No fees.
Tel. 96 646 3689
Alcoholics AnonymousIf alcohol isn’t fun anymore,contact
Tel. 648 169 045www.aa-costablanca.com
CostaRehabHelping-hand for drink anddrug problems,
Tel. 688 805 [email protected]
Alcalde‘Alcalde’ is the Spanishequivalent of ‘Mayor’ or‘Council Chairman’ and iselected by their peers at thefirst Council meeting followingan election.
Amas de CasaThis Association of Ladieswelcomes non-Spaniards andarranges a wide range ofclasses and activities.
Tel: 96 579 4054
Amateur DramaticsSee Jávea Players
AmbulanceValencia Health ServiceTel: 112
Red Cross- Cruz Roja96 579 1963Amigos EuropeosTel: 96 579 6099
AMJASA Water CompanyAguas Municipales de Jáveas.a. is the municipal waterprovider for Jávea, with adesk in the CLOT publicservice office (Nº 3 on mapon page 23).
They charge forconnecting new properties totheir network, much of whichis very old, with consequenthuge losses of water fromleaking pipes. You can makeinitial enquiries at theAMJASA desk in the officeabove CLOT parking in theTown, but for newconnections you may need togo to:
Cami Cabañes 88Tel: 96 579 0162Fax: 96 579 [email protected]
Domestic Water TariffBi-monthly Standing charge
Size of feed Cost13 mm. 20,53 € > 13 < 15 mm. 27,34 € > 15 < 20 mm. 48,60 € > 20 < 25 mm. 75,93 € > 25 < 30 mm. 103,39 € > 30 < 40 mm. 194,39 € > 40 < 50 mm. 303,73 € > 50 < 60 mm. 476,39 € > 60 < 65 mm. 513,33 € > 65 < 80 mm. 777,58 € > 80 < 100mm. 1.224,97 €
Water used per cubic metre€ / m3
0 - 10 m3 0,15 € 11 - 40 m3 0,63 € 41 - 70 m3 1,37 € More than 71 m3 1,86 €Prices quoted in previous issueswere taken the AMJASA website.The above figures were obtainedfrom the AMJASA and areexpected to increase in 2013.
Minimal users (liketownhouses) pay less thanhouses that use more,watering gardens or topping-up swimming pools.
A meter reader told usthat they read every meter(contador) every 58-63 days,and as you do not know ofdtheir visit, you cannot thattheir inability to read themetre, has taken you into ahigher tarrif.
If you enter the highertarrif by ONe cubic metre,ALL you water is charged atthe MORe eXPeNSIVe rate.
10m3 will cost you1,50€ but 11m3 adds 5,43€,totalling 6,93€.
AMJASA now have adesk in the ‘Citizen Centre’ atPortal del Clot, to avoid theneed for everyone to travel tothe Camino Cabañes office.Anglo Spanish AssociationMeetings and visits aimed atintegration between thoseborn in Spain and others whohave come to live here.
Tel. 96 575 7847 www.anglospanish.org
APASAAn Association of volunteerswho care for Jávea’s stray andabandoned dogs. It has aCharity shop opposite the BayRadio offices on the CtraCabo de la Nao. The DogPound is on Cami Sorts, nextto the ecoPark andDesalination Plant, a road offto the North West from theCami Cabañes.
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of Living in Jávea
Page 4 Welcome to Paradise Christmas 2012/New Year 2013Appliance repairWashing Machines, TumbleDriers, Dishwashers, FridgeFreezers, Ovens, Hobs,Cooker Hoods, WaterHeaters.
Steve (Cost Blanca Appliance Repair)
Tel. 667 991 274634 320 104
Mob. 616 330 [email protected]
repair.com
Architect (English speaking)Neil WestonTel: 616 328 799
Art Centre AssociationInstruction in painting andother art and crafts. LorelyGriffiths has the answers.
Tel. 96 647 2049 artcentrejá[email protected]
Art GalleriesCirne Foundation
Av. Alicante, 18 Tel. 96 579 6780 [email protected] www.fundaciocirne.org
Cafe Art Exhibition RoomC/. Andrés Lambert. 4-6 Tel. 96 646 0201
Galerie DadaC/. Cervantes, 2 Tel. 96 579 1352
AVIM Art RoomC/. Cristo del Mar, 13 Tel. 96 579 3040 [email protected] www.avima.com
SE7C/. In Grenyó, 7 Tel / Fax 96 579 0675 [email protected] summer only
Bento's GalleryAv. Ausias March, 9 Tel. 96 577 1900 [email protected] www.isabelbilbao.com
TintoreriaC/. Santa Lucia, 12 Tel. 96 646 3424
Attorney, Power ofYou can give anyone a Powerof Attorney, either specific,limited or general; a poderthat can only be prepared by aNotary. It is relatively cheapand grants someone else theright to buy or sell in yourname. You need to havecomplete trust in the person towhom you give your Power,particularly if any part of thedeal is so-called ‘black’money in a brown-paper-bag.
A poder ceases to bevalid if either party dies, andcan be cancelled, but be sureyou can prove that you sentdetails of the cancellation tothe holder, and the Notarywho created, witnessed andholds the original.Avale BancarioThis is a bank Guarantee andwould cover monies you paidto a Promoter or Developerfor something not yet built. Ifit is not renewed each year bythe Promoter or Developer,and the appropriate premiumpaid, it is worthless.
Law 57/68 requires theDeveloper or Constructor tokeep payments made ahead ofconstruction in a separateaccount, but there are fewwho can resist the temptation( to borrow from the piggy-bank.)!BabiesHaving babies in this part ofSpain is no more traumaticthan giving birth in the UK.The new La Xara hospital hasexcellent facilities.Backgammon ClubMondays at 8pm at GrandCafe, Toscamar.
Tel. 96 647 1708635 377 335
Bagpiper Drew the piperTel. 676 993 [email protected]
BanksJávea has ‘bancos’ and ‘cajasde ahorras’ or savings banks,but cheques are rarely used.
both will arrange to payyour utilities bills by standingorder - domiciliación - andwill welcome you as a clientas they use you and yourmoney to boost their profits.
banks open from 8.15amuntil 2.15pm, and on Saturdaymorning in the Winter, butNOT during the Summer.
Banca Marchwww.bancamarch.es Ctra. Cabo de la NaoResidencial la PlazaTel. 96 646 3427
BBVA Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentariawww.bbva.esAv. Jaime I, in the PortTel. 96 579 4161
Av. Príncipe de AsturiasTel. 96 579 2251
96 579 416196 579 4612
Paseo Amanecer (Arenal)Tel. 96 579 3071
Banco de Valenciawww.bancodevalencia.esAv. de Alicante, (Town)Tel. 96 579 0166
96 579 0584
Banco Gallegowww.bancogallego.esAv. Amanecer de España, 5Tel. 96 646 1394
96 579 6484
Banco Popular Españolwww.bancopopular.esPríncipe de Asturias 16Tel. 96 579 5857
BSCH Banco Santander Central Hispano www.gruposantander.es
Av. Príncipe de AsturiasTel. 96 579 1200
96 579 145496 579 1204
Banestowww.banesto.esC/ Colón, 12 (Town)Tel. 96 579 0781
BankiaRonda Norte (Pueblo)Tel: 96 579 5371Fax: 96 579 3508andCabo la Nao. Pla 126C.C. Arenal, Unit HTel: 96 579 6255Fax: 96 579 6350
The Christian Churches Welcome YOUPort Parish of Nstra. Señora de Loreto
C/. Pío X, 9 (Port)Father Fernando Mañó - 96 579 1286Sunday Mass: 9am, 11am, 12noon, 7pm, 8pm and 9pmMonday - Friday Mass: 9am and 8.30pm
Town Parish of San BartolomePlaza Iglesia (Town)Father Vicente - 96 579 1174Mass: weekdays 8am and 8pm7pm and 8pm June 1 - September 307.30pm and 8.30pm - rest of the year
Costa Blanca Anglican Chaplaincyermita del Popul,Km 4 on the CV734 to Jesus PobreSunday 9.45am, Wednesday 10.30amwww.costablanca-anglicanchaplaincy.orgLocal Warden: Colin Welch - 96 577 1792
Jávea Evangelical Church (Liturgial yet Charismatic)Jávea Christian CentreArquitecto Urteaga 25, (east of the Old Town)Pastor Clive Read - 96 646 2848 or 669 386 702Sunday 11am, Wednesday 3.30pmwww.javeachurch.com
Jávea Evangelical Community ChurchL’Ancora Tennis Club, Av. Paris (Arenal)Pastor Leslie Lyons - 96 587 0911Sunday 12 noon
Jávea International Baptist ChurchCalle Favara 8, Nr. Thursday Market. Jávea Pueblo.Rev. John Hansford - 96 579 5847. Sunday 10.30amYoung Seekers Group and crèche available.www.javeabaptist.com
Bankinterwww.ebankinter.comCabo la Nao. Pla 122Tel: 96 579 6029
Barclays Bankwww.barclays.esCtra. Cabo La Nao 160Tel: 96 577 0112
BBKwww.bbk.es Av. Alicante, 11Tel: 96 646 2437
Deutsche Bankwww.deutsche-bank.esCtra. Cabo La NaoEl Pla 17 L. 71-2Tel: 96 646 0711
Banco Sabadell/Solbank/Camwww.bancsabadell.comAv. del Pla, 116Tel: 96 579 2611Fax: 96 646 2250
Barber ShopLeeanne’s+ Waxing, Facials, NailsJávea Park(next to Charity Library)Mob: 662 164 653
658 123 737
Basura (see CePSA)Beauty Therapist (Mobile)
Natalie (The Beauty Spot)20 years experience, 5 in Jávea. Tel: 618 851 540
Blood donorsA ‘blood bank’ is controlledfrom Alicante and their donorteams visit Jávea every coupleof months. There is confusionas to whether brits cancurrently donate blood, if theyhave lived in - or visited - theUK since the discovery of‘Mad Cow Disease’.
Martyn Standing at thebritish Consulate in Alicantesays there is no prohibition onthe blood Donor website:www.centro-
transfusion.san.gva.esA mobile collection teamcomes to the Insalud in JáveaTown to collect blood frompeople between 18 and 65years of age, who weigh atleast 50Kgs, but cannotdonate more than 3 or 4 timesa year. Jávea HeLP desk saythat people who lived inbritain for at least a year,during the period 1980-1996are UNAbLe to give blood.
Blue bucketsThe entire shoreline of Alicante Province wasmarked in 1988 by a chain ofupturned ‘blue buckets’marking a 100m strip fromthe water’s edge, withinwhich no construction isallowed. You can seeexamples along AvenidaLibertad (the beach road) themost unusual being built intothe Western corner of the ‘LaSiesta’ restaurant. The bluepaint has peeled off and theconcrete is cracked. They areengraved MGOP.Blood Test and WellbeingPharmacist Antonio Marin, athis premises in Av. Augusta30 (100m south of the rearexit to Mercadonna in theCtra. Cabo La Nao, will testfor PSA
ColesterolTriglycerates and Glucose for 10€.Immediate results.Tel: 96 646 1954
A more extensive range ofblood tests is offered at
Laboratorio Cholbi MuletAv. Lepanto 2in Jávea PortTel: 96 646 0658
As they usually receivesamples via private doctors,when you ask for a quotation,they might give you adiscount. www.laboratoriocholbimulet.com
BooksCharity shops in Jávea mayhave copies of:Jávea, Dawn of Spain byCharlene Quince, andJávea/Xàbia - a year in thelife of a Spanish town byCharlene Quince with photosby billie Cook.Boats and YachtingMeeting in english held twicea week.
Telephone: 96 646 [email protected]
Bouncy Castle HireKrazykidz KastlezTelephone: 679 042 [email protected]
Bowling ClubsJávea’s ‘Inn on the Green’bowling facility was the firstin Spain to use Astroturf.
Jávea Green Bowls ClubPartida Cansalades, 155 Tel: 96 577 1553
Many Jávea residents use thefacilities at benitachell bowlsClub, and there arecompetitions with other clubson the Costa blanca.Bridge Clubs
Jávea Bridge ClubAv. de Paris, 2 (Arenal)Tel: 96 646 3671info@jáveabridgeclub.com www.jáveabridgeclub.com
Jávea School of Bridge and Social ClubAv. Tamarits, Edif. Arenal 80 B.1www.arenalbridgejávea.com
Buses150.000 €uros has beenallocated by Jávea Town Hallto build a new bus Station onland that had been reservedfor an Auditorium/Theatre, inAvenida Palmera. Like the‘New Town Hall’ it will proveto be a ‘folly’ if Jávea’s poorand inadequate bus service inis not improved. The elderlyin outlying areas who can nolonger drive feel disregarded.
There is a subsidisedservice from Toscamar to theArenal, Port and Town, that ischeap and reliable, but littleelse.
If you are a Pensionerthere are concessions. Obtain
the form from the Servicesoffice above Parking el Clot, and hand it - after completingyour details, a photo ofyourself and the fee, to one ofthe bus drivers, who will tellyou when they will have yourID card with barcode.
Those not of pensionableage can buy a ‘Season Ticket’for 10 €uros that buys 13,50€uros of journeys.
Local services areprovided by Autobuses Carrió
Tel: 96 558 1036 www.autocarescarrio.esThere are connections to
Valencia and Alicante, usingthe motorway, or visitingvillages on the way, using theN-332 and ALSA buses.
Tel: 902 422 242www.alsa.es
Business Club Argento is a business
and Social Club offeringmembers FRee advertising,business blogs & networking,instant messaging, a chatroom and regular Club events.
Tel: 96 550 2010 [email protected] www.argento-club.biz
Marina Alta meeting inenglish held twice a month.
Telephone: 96 646 [email protected]
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This is whereYOU canPARK
This is whereWE are
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Jávea Christian CentreC/. Arquitecto Urteaga, 25
the home of Jávea Evangelical ChurchProviding a Sunday Service in Jávea, since 1992
offering a welcome to anyone disenchanted with religion
a 1st Century church focussed on 21st Century needs
Sunday 11.00am Morning Service with Holy CommunionRefreshments afterwards
Wednesday 3.30pm Midweek Meeting
3rd Wednesday 1.30pm Friendship Lunch at Rte. Azorin3.30pm Midweek Meeting in the Port
Other meetings announced each Sunday
5 minutes walk
Gifted Musicianswelcome
Sunday School
Friendly welcome
The place wherenew friendships are
made
and much more
www.javeachurch.com
ButanoGas in the Cities may bepiped, but in Jávea, mostpeople rely on bottles, thoughsome foreigners andcommercial premises havegas on tap - in a tank.
There are two suppliers:Repsol, whose bottles areorange and heavy. and Cepsa,whose bottles are much lighterand silver colour.
Your house insurancemay be invalid if you have aclaim and cannot prove thatyour gas installation was safe,with a current (valid for 5years) Certificate.
english speakingSebastian, who lives in Denia,is an independent inspector,authorised by the Ministry ofIndustry, used by many toinspect and certify theirhomes. He can be contactedon 687 480 183.
Itinerant ‘Gas Inspectors’- working only on commissionfor out-of-area companies -regularly visit Jávea, andcharge huge amounts forreplacing out-of-date tubing orregulators, using veryintimidating tactics.
Propane and other gasesare available and there is aspecialist supplier for oxygenand industrial gases inbenissa.Butcher (English)Call and see Helen or Neil at
The Butcher’s Block(next to Michael’s andYorkshire Linen on Avenida del Pla. Tel: 96 579 2676.
Building MaterialsMany craftsmen use the yardon the North eastern corner ofthe roundabout at the junctionof the Gata to Jávea Road,with the road to benitachell.
Almost opposite, but onthe other side and 100m closerto Jávea is
AIM DIY Centre andBritish Building SuppliesUK hours: 8am - 5.30pmSat: 9am - 1pmAvenida de Gata 47Tel: 96 579 1740Mov: 626 002 [email protected]
Cable and Satellite TVMany properties in the Southof Jávea are served byunderground cable frombalcon al Mar, and some evenreceive internet by cable. A
vast range of radio and TVprogrammes from throughoutthe world are available, thecost depending on the packageyou choose.
For those beyond thereach of the cable network,many of the programmes arere-transmitted terrestially fromCosta Nova or Cabo de SanAntonio.
Initial enquiries via Anneon 679 797 473 or
[email protected] company phone number is96 577 1121. More details intheir announcement on page 2Camping and CampsitesJávea has two, both withfacilities for static unitsintended for all-year-roundoccupation but whichwelcome tourists and theirtents.
Neither are ‘close’ to thebeach, but Camping Naranjosis less isolated than CampingJávea.
The police discourageparking of Campervans on thebeach overnight. Groups ofCampervans appear from timeto time on the Car Park at Av.Tamarits in the Arenal, andonly 200m from the beach.Canine Hairdressser
( See Pets)
Car HireMany residents prefer thefriendly, family approach ofAutos Jávea, at the start of theroad to benitachell, off theCV-735 from Gata to Jávea.They are associated with JáveaAuto Sales.
Tel: 96 579 0163Mov: 650 109 571info@autosjávea.comwww.autosjávea.com
Car ParkingFor many years parking in theTown and Port was controlledby ‘blue Zone’ parking, butmost residents wouldn’t payand the scheme wasabandoned for 2011. Parkinghas become much moredifficult because drivers fromMadrid, who come to the Portfor their holidays, leave theircars parked for the length oftheir stay, reducing availabilitythat will assist shopkeepers.
Council-ownedunderground parking isavailable beneath the Plaza dela Constitución and Portal delClot (see map on page 23)Time Plaza Clot
Minute 0,01€ 0,01€Hour 0,60 0.60Full month 50,00 45,008am-8pm
Mon-Sat 30,00 25,007.30am-3.30pm
Mon-Sat 20,00 15,008pm-8am Mon-Fri
and 2pm Sat-Mon 8amper month 30,00 25,00
40 year concession 22.887,93Yearly upkeep 152,59
Car Repairs and Pre-MoTTalleres ThiviersC/. Arquitecto Urteaga, 25Thiviers, 03730 (Nr. Notary)Tel/Fax: 96 579 0923Jaime Mata CardonaMends cars in any language
Piston Broke MotorsDespite their unusual name, this family firm have an outstanding reputation from satisfied and surprised clients - including me. Home visits arranged.Call Emma/Richard on 965070226 or 696052662
Car SparesAutorecanvis XabiaC/. Roma (Unit 2)50m west of SupercorTel: 96 579 6617 or 6618Fax: 96 579 [email protected]
Car TransportJávea based CarTranSpainmake regular return trips tothe UK with cars, motorbikesand caravans,
Tel: 96 646 8342Mob. 664 121 650UK: 07866 190 [email protected]
Cash & CarryPuga Autoservicio S.L.Avenida del Pla 91(opposite Repsol Garage)Tel: 96 579 2735www.puga.es
Catering/Equipment HireCosta Blanca Party
Services in Benissa has closed,and returned to Holland.
C & P EnterprisesParty. Event and Location, catererTel: Catherine 686 773 442
www.c-penterprises.com
CESPAThe contract for collectinghousehold rubbish is held byCeSPA. Other towns use
FCC. Rubbish is collected bydriver-operated semi-automatic lorries, that upturnstreet-level or undergroundbins into the hopper, whethercollecting plastic, cardboardand paper or householdrubbish. Glass is collected inspecial ‘dome-shaped’ greencontainers by a specialistcompany.
CeSPA vehicles operatefrom a yard opposite theCePSA service station on theCtra. Cabo la Nao. Theiradministration office is in thePort, Av. Lepanto 2.
Tel: 900 102 [email protected] www.xabianeta.com
Grey top bins are forhousehold rubbish, whichshould be placed into a - nowdiscouraged - plastic bolsafrom most supermarkets.Yellow-top bins are for plasticand the ‘bricks’ in which youbuy wine or milk.Blue top bins are for paperand cardboard.Green domed bins are forglass and bottles.Household Appliance PickupCESPA, will collect up to amaximum of 5 household itemsfor free.
You have to phone at leastthe day before to advise them ofthe collection address.
Items have to be put out onthe street in front of house thenight before. Collection is duringthe morning.
Collections are only made onTuesdays and Fridays.
The girl in the officeunderstands enough English totake your address, and you needto confirm whether collection willbe on Martes or Viernes.
CESPA telephone number is 900 102 149
Summer office hours are 8am - 3pm Monday - Friday
Charity ShopsJávea’s first was establishedby Ann Mason and her friendsand is still called the ‘OriginalCharity Shop’ with premisesbetween Sabadell Solbank andthe beach.
‘Carousel’ or‘Roundabout’ is now locatedon Avenida del Furs, on theground floor of a block ofapartments, opposite thejunction with Ovidi Montflor.
‘Cancer Charity Shop’and its Care Centre, arelocated in Jávea Park.
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APASA’s is located closeto the central roundabout onthe Ctra. Cabo la Nao.
MAbS have recentlyopened “Trash & Treasures”in Av. Paris, and welcomedonations of furniture andsuch like.ChemistsThe following chemists areresponsible for providing aday and night service -intended for prescriptions andemergencies - but they willsell other items.
Details of which chemistis on duty can be found on anotice on the outside of each:
Antonio Marin Lluch 13Avd August 30 Tel: 96 646 1954
J.M ª Ripoll 6Ctra. Cabo La Nao (Cala Blanca)Tel: 96 577 0900
AV Almodovar Morell 9Plaza Joanot Martorell 5, Tel: 96 646 3994
Belchi Cholbi 2Ronda Colon 4 Tel: 96 579 1099
Vicente Miralles Salort 12Crta Cabo la Nao Pla 165 Tel: 96 647 1333
M. Paz Uriol Batuecas 5Avda de la Playa Arenal Libertat 7 Tel: 96 579 3839
R. Mª Perez 8Avda del Pla 126, Local ETel: 96 646 3531
Consuelo Espinos Soliveres Plaza de la Iglesia, 11 1Tel: 96 579 1801
Mª. S. Martinez 7Avenida Lepanto 12 Tel: 96 646 2545
Victoria Isa. Garces Castles C / Sevilla 1 4Tel: 96 579 1520
Ana Maria Garcia Lillo 11Avd. Palmela 16 Tel: 96 646 3947
Amparo Marsal Romany 3Avda Juan Carlos I, 33 Tel: 96 579 1955
Lydia Gil Bait 10Av. Fontana 18 Tel: 96 646 3142
Chiringuitos (Beach Bars)From June to September eachyear, Jávea Council licensestemporary ‘beach bars’between the Parador and thePort. Tenders are invited for a3 or 5-year term, which areopened in public, and thenevaluated by Town Hall staffto see how fully they matchthe Tender requirements.
There is strong rivalrybetween those tendering, aswell as between those whowin.ChurchesRoman CatholicNstra. Señora de LoretoC/. Pío X, 9 (Port)Fr Fernando Mañó Bixquert Fr Frank Suárez MinayaTel: 96 579 1286Sunday Mass: 9am, 11am, 12noon, 7pm, 8pm and 9pmMonday - Friday Mass: 9am and 8.30pm
Parish of San BartolomePlaza Iglesia (Town)Father Vicente - 96 579 1174Mass: weekdays 8am and 8pm, 7pm and 8pm June 1 - September 30; 7.30pm and 8.30pm - rest of the year
ProtestantCosta Blanca Anglican ChaplaincyErmita del Popul,Km 4 on the CV734 to
Jesus PobreSunday 9.45am, Wednesday 10.30amwww.costablanca-
anglicanchaplaincy.orgLocal Warden: Colin Welch - 96 577 1792
Jávea Evangelical Church(Liturgical yet Charismatic)The Christian CentreArquitecto Urteaga 25, (East of the Old Town)Pastor Clive Read 96 646 2848 or 669 386 702Sunday 11amWednesday 3.30pmwww.jáveachurch.com
Jávea Evangelical Community ChurchL’Ancora Tennis Club,Av. Paris (Arenal)Pastor Leslie Lyons 96 587 0911Sunday 12 noon
Jávea International Baptist ChurchPastor John Hansford 96 607 4410
Sunday 10.30am at Calle Favara 8 (Nr. Thursday Market) Many midweek activitieswww.jáveabaptist.com
Jehovah’s WitnessesKingdom Hall is located at
the Eastern end of CronistaFigueras Pacheco, the street atthe rear of ‘Bookworld’ onAvenida Amanecer. Englishservices are advertised as 10amon a Sunday and Wednesday at7.30pm and there are localgroups in members’ homes forBible study.
Tel: 96 649 3753
MuslimJávea Mosque is situated in
the narrow lane between theThursday market site and thePost Office.
Children’s ShoesP-NanosVirgen de la Merced 3Tel: 636 383 [email protected]
CinemaCine Jayan in the port, English language films Tuesday to Thursday eveningswww.cinejayan.com
CleaningCarpets, rugs, mattresses,upholstery, leather suitesThe Carpet DoctorTel: 629 327 [email protected]
Coach HireAutobuses TomásGarage in Ondara butoffice in Pedreguer.Tel: 646 480 707 (Toni)[email protected]
ClothingCool Kids ClothingBranded clothes at affordable prices. Tel: 96 649 4103www.coolkidsclothing.eu
Coloured ParrotsMick at La Casa Del Pollotold me he’d never readanything about the colouredparrots that are found in treesat Camping Naranjas, and inthe palms around Rio Gorgosand Port Xabia on theseafront.
I’d never heard of Jávea’scoloured parrots in the 26years I’ve lived here, but I amtold by Liz, as I ate at the ‘Inn
Between’ that the parrots hadbeen in Jávea for more than40 years, and have been bredfrom pets (that escaped) keptby someone in the Old Town.Community of Owners
(See Urbanisations)
Computer ClubThe Club meets at the JáveaSchool of bridge and SocialClub premises, edificioArenal-80, Avenida Tamarits,Jávea, three times a weekfrom 9.30am until around12.30, on Mondays, Tuesdaysand Thursdays.
Annual Membership feeis €20 per person. Theentrance fee to Club Meetingsis €1.00 per person per visit.There is a one-off joining feeof 10€ per person.
www.jáveacomputerclub.orgTheir eMail address is:
Computer problemsPC Highway(Advice, Sale and Repair)C/. Niza 13, 03738M-F: 9.30am - 5.30pmSat: 10am - 1pm.Tel: 96 646 [email protected]
P C SolutionsTel: 902 995 116Mob: 676 662 733www.spanishcomputers.com
Mick AdamsTel: 685 006 [email protected]
Conservatives Abroad(See also Labour Int.)based in JáveaTel: 96 619 7239 (Secretary)
Consumer adviceOMICTel: 96 579 3499(See also Ombudsman)
Council Tax (IBI)Traditionally collected in theAutumn of each year. In 2012collection will be laterbecause the charging scaleused since 2005 wasoverturned by the Courts.
For 2012 Jávea Councilintroduced a facility that willallow owners to pay bills mymonthly, quarterly or annualinstalments, with appropriatediscounts.
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If an owner does NOTreceive a payment request,they can obtain one from theRecaudación office in CalleMayor 15, between 9am and2pm, of from the CitizenCentre above Parking el Clot.
Any bank will accept adomiciliación (standing order)but cash can only be acceptedby the following:
Banca MarchBanco CAMBanco de ValenciaBanco Popular EspañoBanco Sabadell/CamBanco Santander C.H.BankiaBarclays BankBBVACaixaCaja de Ahorros de MurciaCaja Rural del MiditerráneoDeutche Bank
Coto Privado de CazaThese signs indicate NOHUNTING and are erected bylandowners who do not wanthunting and gun carryingpeople - and their dogs - ontheir land.
Council Complaints-Requests
If you want to fell a tree,complain about pavements orroads, weeds, noise or dogs,obtain an Instancia General atthe CLOT office (Nº 3 on themap on page 23) and have itofficially registered in theTownhall Registry.
CouncillorsJose F. Chulvi
Español - Mayor (PSOE)Oscar Anton Izquierdo (XD)
FinanceContractsResident Participation
Antonio Miragall Espasa (PSOE)HeritageTourism
Juan L. Cardona Salvador (XD)Economic DevelopmentAgriculture and FisheriesSport
Francesc Camprubí Martell (PSOE)Internal New TechnologyCommunity Involvement
Pere J. Sapena Segarra (XD)Planning
Francisco J.Torres Marí (PSOE)
Projects and WorksWater
Juan B. Ortolá Bas (CPJ)ActivitiesPublic Safety, Police
and Civil ProtectionFiestas
Doris B. Albertine Courcelles (PSOE)ServicesEnvironment
Maria Teresa Bisquert VendrellTransport (CPJ)Social ServicesElderlyHealthYouth
Mª Desemparats Bolufer Castelló (PSOE)CultureEducation
Jose J. Castelló Pastor (IND)Jose J. Genoves Garciar (PP)Rosa M. Cardona Pedro (PP)Antonia Sebastía Serrat (PP)Maria Teresa Ern Salva (PP)Eduardo J.
Monfort Bolufer (IND)Josepa Chorro
Monserrat (BCX)Vicent Chorro Cabrera (BCX)Juan Planelles Alvarez (IND)Francisco Catalá Perez (IND)
Council MeetingsCouncil meetings are held onthe last Thursday in the monthand on other dates if there isan emergency. Local residentsare entitled to be present, butif there is anythingcontroversial on the Agendayou are unlikely to haveanywhere to sit. There wastalk of televising themeetings.
Council Tax CalendarVehicle Tax (IVTM), the feefor entry of vehicles acrossthe sidewalks or roads(VADO) and solid wastecollection (PeF), payment of(IbI) and economic Activities(IAe) are due to Jávea TownHall, likely before the end ofNovember.
Craft itemsTamaras BraceletsHand crafted and bespoke bracelets, for yourself or gift service available. Tel: 697 584 219 (Tammy)www.tamarasbracelets.com
Culture ProgrammeCopies of Jávea’s culture
programme, for each monthcan be obtained from any ofthe Tourist Offices, Town,Port or Arenal.
Cycle RentalHammersea JáveaPortixol, 8(300m south of Barclays)Tel: 96 647 3131
Xabia Bike CentreAv. Lepanto 21Tel: 96 646 1150www.xabiasbike.com
Dance SchoolsEn DanzaC/. San Joaquín, 9-11, Tel/Fax 96 579 2803 [email protected]
Estudio de Danza Salomé RodriguezAv. Juan Carlos I, 17.Tel: 659 336 550
96 579 0769www.estudiodedanza-
salomerodriguez.com
FootworksClasses in Ballet, Modern, Tap, and Hip Hop for all ages and abilities.Tel: 647 452 016www.footworks.co (not com)
Valerie Jean School Classes in Ballet, Tap, Jazz,and Funky Street at L’Ancora Studio, C/. Paris, Arenal.Tel: 667 989 430www.valeriejeandance.com
Day CareThe Centro de Día SantaMaría de betania de Xàbia(Day Care Centre) is locatedopposite Mas y Mas on theeastern exit road from the oldtown. The Centre providescare for up to 50 dependentsover the age of 60 betweenthe hours of 8.00am and8.00pm. Death see FuneralsDebts in SpainThose saddled withmortgages on properties theycannot sell, can no longerescape their debt byrelocating to the UK. Spanishbanks can ignore any value inthe property on which themortgage was secured, andseek possession of any UKasset.DentistsLike teeth, they come in allshapes and sizes and there aremany who have welcomedthose who do not know theSpanish word for “That Urts”to their client list.
Clinica Dental Lepanto(Dra Sylvia Merkler)Av. Lepanto 13 (Port)Tel: 96 646 2519
Dental Clinic PucholAvenida del Pla, 88Tel: 96 579 2051
www.clinicadentalpuchol.com
Karen Gardnerwww.clinicadentallaplaza.com
Karen Marshallwww.clinicadentalelpuerto.com
DenunciaIt’s nothing more than an‘official complaint’ that canbe made with the GuardiaCivil, municipal police,OMIC and every commercialpremises has to be able togive you a Hoja deReclamaciones if you need tocomplain about services at theestablishment.
If necessary, and you arenot fluent in Spanish, you canphone 902 102 112 and giveyour complaint in english,and they will tell you when toattend your local police officeto sign it.Dine with JulesA most unusual Jávea-basedbusiness idea, where widely-experienced ‘Jules’ will plan,buy, prepare and cook in yourkitchen, that special intimateor meal for family or friends,leaving you to serve and takethe credit. If required she canserve and wash-up. Tuitionavailable if you really want toimpress.
Tel: 674 494 [email protected]
Dive School(See Sub Aqua)
Divine ServicesAn unusual name for a uniquelocal service. Whether theneed is urgent (like a death)or longer-term (like awedding) our ministers willsurpass your expectations.Wedding blessings or civilceremonies (authorised byFeReDe in Madrid and theJudge in Denia) tailored tomeet the bride and groom’sneeds. Fixed and reasonablefees - but open to negotiation.
Tel: 96 646 2848Mov: 669 386 [email protected]
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DianeTel: 96 646 2448
Drinking and drivingDON’T - it’s not worth it!Driving/Driving LicencesThere are excellent books inenglish like "Motoring in Spain"by Brian J Deller, that areupdated as needed.
In general - be aware thatsome Spanish drivers do notindicate (particularly goingleft) around roundabouts andwill stay in the outside laneall the way around. Use yourwing mirrors. They do notalways indicate when turningoff a road either, do not stopfor pedestrian crossings noracknowledge any courtesyyou give them. They will alsobe inches from your rearbumper when on fast roadsand will overtake to fill thegap you leave from the car infront, as taught in the UK.
This is particularlyannoying in the Calpe tunnel,where you MUST leave a100m gap between yourselfand the car in front, when anovertaking car can move intoyour gap, leaving you with a‘photo fine’ for travelling tooclose.
Many people in Jáveachoose to use a Gestoria, like
Gestoria FontAv. Alicante, 15Tel: 96 579 0354
to process their documentswith’Trafico’
The medical testing clinicI use and recommend:
Centro Médico OndaraAv. Alacant 51 (at traffic lights on the N332)Ondara.Tel: 96 647 6600www.drperecabrera.com
will remit your applicationdirect to Tráfico for you.
If you are resident hereyou need to have the sameregular medical as Spanishdrivers, otherwise yourlicence and insurance areinvalid.
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Drugs and abuseHelpline: 900 161 515CostaRehabHelping-hand for drink and drug problems,Tel. 688 805 [email protected]
EarthquakeTorrevieja and Murcia are ona fault line but Jávea has notrecently been affected byother than minor tremors,usually out to sea off theCabo de la Nao.Eateries we use and enjoy
A Cal PitoPlaza Adumar 3C/. Sertorio (Port)Tel: 96 646 0050
96 579 2951AzorinC/. Toni Llidó (Port)Tel: 96 579 4495Inn Between (Jávea Park)(opposite Club de Tenis)Tel: 96 579 4248WOK JáveaOn ‘Barclays Bank’
roundaboutTel: 96 579 7016
EKA - European Kids Assn.A fund-raising initiative toraise funds for non-formaleducational projects.
President: Lauren StatonTel: 665 012 228
Events: Anne MartinTel: 680 673 871
EL-Gaucho RestaurantNo longer run by “eddie” butthe former Las Brisas (on theJesús Pobre Road) has openedunder its former name, as asteakhouse. Same owner asPizzeria Pepa (in the Port)
Carretera Jesus PobreC/. Tobago 11-4.30pm & 7-11pmClosed Tuesday
Tel: 96 646 1338Review: tinyurl.com/6tnd6xn
ElectricianAdam SanabiaSpanish Registered, but haslived in the UK so sounds English.Tel: 615 967 192 [email protected]
ElectricityIberdrolaTel: 901 202 020
BreakdownsTel: 901 102 210
Client AttentionTel: 902 201 520
Jávea office (Town)C/ Sant Pere Màrtir, 2
1st floorTel: 96 579 1295
Electoral Roll (Padrón)everyone who lives in Jáveais ObLIGATeD to sign onthe list of residents - thePadrón. Registration bringsaccess to facilities (use of thelibrary, subsidised bus travel,home-help, education) andthe Town Hall receivesaround 200 €uros a year fromcentral Government funds, inrespect of each registeredperson. You can apply at theCLOT office (Nº 3 on themap on page 23) and willneed photocopy of Passport(or some other ‘Photo ID’,NIe green Residencia form,and a recent receipt for IbA,basura, electricity or Fixed-line Phone Service, and acopy of your Nota Simple,Copia Simple or RentalContract.EmploymentThe CReAMA office is in thesame premises as OMIC (C/.Roques 5) and has details oflocal vacancies and organisescourses for the unemployed.ExcursionsCaves of Benidoleig
Situated on the road betweenPedreguer and benidoleig,Stalagmites and stalactites aslong as 300yds, with domesgreater than 60 feet. Openthroughout the year.
Tel: 96 640 4235
Pego Donkey rides Take the donkey ‘Taxi’ andenjoy the countryside asnever before.
Tel: 633 164 404www.activitats-lamarinaalta.comAlso 4x4 excursionsTel: 696 724 923www.lavalldebo.org
Exhibition Halls/GalleriesCasa de Cable
Avenida Marina Española, 7 Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 1pm and 5pm to 8pm. Sundays and holidays from 10am to 1pm
Ca LambertCalle Mayor, 43 Open Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 1pm and 5pm to 8pm. Sundays and holidays from 10am to 1pm
Museum Soler BlascoPlaza Germans Segarra, 1 Open Tuesday to Fridayfrom 10am to 1pm and 5pm to 8pm. Saturday, Sunday and holidays from 10 am to 1pm. Closed Monday.
Eye SurgeryPeople used to return to theUK and Moorfields eyeHospital for treatment, beingtold when they gave theiraddress “Why come here - thebest surgeons in europe arewhere you live.”
Dr. Carlos InfantesC/. Arquitecto Urteaga 22Tel: 96 579 1229Fax: 96 646 0424www.clinica-infantes.es
Family Tree TracingLyn will enjoy helping you traceyour ancestors.
Tel: 609 371 030
FiestasDetails of forthcoming JáveaFiestas can be obtained fromthe Tourist Office.
FincaIt used to be a dream to buy,and convert an old finca, orlandworker’s home, but theyhave become scarce,expensive and pose ghastlyproblems for those unfamiliarwith Spain´s - now rigorouslyimposed - buildingregulations. best advice: onlybuy what you can see, andwhen it is finished and legal.
Fines see Multas
Fiscal representationIf a non-resident owns oneproperty, they can look aftertheir own financial affairswith Hacienda.
If the non-resident owns2 or more properties, they areobliged to appoint a FiscalRepresentative with whomHacienda can communicate.
Fish and ChipsJávea’s first ‘Chippy’(established by Malcolm andLiz) was in the Jávea Parkpremises now occupied by the‘english Library’.
‘inCODnito’ on the edgeof the large carpark at theSouthern end of the Arenalbeach.
In the Port, MerluzaRomana (battered hake) ispart of the daily menu at ‘Rte.Azorin’ in C/. Toni Llido and‘Al Capito’ in the plaza toAdumar III, where Pepe usesfresh potatoes, a peeler andchipper to make “original”tasting english chips.
Fitness ClassesZumba classes held at
10am on Monday and Thursdayat Jaspar’s Bar, Cabo la Nao. 5€per session, includes waterduring class and soft drink,coffee or tea afterwards.
Tel: 628 364 090
FloristMayflowerAv. del Pla 125(Near Specsavers)Tel: 610 396 543
FraudJávea has far less crime than 5years ago, but wherever thereare people with money, therewill be opportunist crooks.Always be on your guard andfear the worst.FreemasonryIan Hutchinson is creditedwith introducing englishFreemasonry to Jávea andSpain, creating a ‘Temple’above the Cave Inn, thatbecame Cheers Bar.
A new ‘Temple’ has beenestablished in Costa Nova,which had an ‘Open Day’ todispel the notion of secrecyand is proud of the donationsit makes to non-Masoniccharities.FuneralsInsurance
It was traditional for manySpanish grandparents -abuelos - to arrange burialinsurance for new nietos -grandchildren, ensuring futurelow premiums and one lessfinancial trauma, no matterhow many years into thefuture that child dies.
The problem with burialinsurance is that you have noidea how much you will pay.Many policyholders have paidmany times over for a funeralthat has not - yet - beenneeded, but if they stoppaying NOW, they will losethe benefit of every premiumpaid.Pre-payment
british companies Avalon andGolden Leaves both offer pre-payment where, for the priceof a funeral NOW, it will beprovided at any time in thefuture, no matter what theprice THeN. Plans start at3.150 €uros.Pre-Pagado Paz was
specifically created to meetthe needs of brits in Jáveawho needed more than the 24hours allowed by Avalon for
the Cremation. Clients couldpay extra for additional days,a church service, and allmanner of extras.
The PPP plan includes upto 7 nights ‘refrigeration’ - toawait arrival of relatives, anda Thanksgiving Service.PPP Round-Tuit Plan
This plan was specificallycreated to protect the spouse -usually the wife - whosehusband never got ‘RoundTuit’ with regard to funeralinsurance or pre-payment.
even if their loved-one isin Intensive Care (or theMortuary), provided a funeralcompany has not beeninstructed, a Round Tuit plancan be arranged withimmediate effect, and oftensaving a considerable amountof money compared to theprice the family wouldotherwise be charged.
Pre-Pagado PazApartado de Correos 25203770 VERGELTel: 96 575 5192
CremationCremation is increasinglypopular in Jávea, which hasits own facilities, as well asproviding a service for funeralcompanies from surroundingtowns and villages.
‘balbi’ and his staff atTanatorio Jávea, on the Jáveato Gata road, are as proud oftheir facilities as would be aRolls Royce dealer. Donation of remainsPrior to the introduction ofCremation, and because fewhad relatives to tend a ‘niche’in the Cemetery, many choseto donate their remains formedical research. It is stillpossible and arrangementsneed to be made with theUniversity Teaching Hospitalin San Juan.Interment
You can choose for yourcoffin to be placed in a‘niche’ in the Cemetery, butthey are expensive to buy(depending on where, and atwhich level you choose) andif you rent, and do not renewthe premium, the remains canbe removed, and re-interredwith others, in a communalniche.GardeningHelp is available from
The Town Hall has provided40m2 plots of land forallotments, on land adjacentto the Arenal School.
(see also Palm Weevil)
GasRepsol: Tel: 96 573 0572 CEPSA: Tel: 96 579 1566
Gas Inspectors(See Butano)
GestorA Gestor is a Spanishprofessional who processespaperwork with Governmentdepartments. They charge fortheir services - like any otherbusiness - but you do not haveto queue.
GibraltarThe story was told that FelipeGonzalez (Spain’s PrimeMinister at the time) metMargaret Thatcher at aeuropean Congress, and toldher “You can keep Gibraltar ifwe can have Jávea back!”
Gibraltar is still a populardestination for brits who wantto marry in Spain, but baulkat the need to have documentsrelating to birth, Marriageand any Divorce orbereavement translated intoSpanish (currently at 90€uros each page) so they canbe submitted to the Spanishauthorities, for a Spanishwedding.
Many choose to havepaperwork from the UK orGibraltar, and a ‘blessing’ceremony in Jávea, whereguests believe they haveattended the couple’s‘Wedding’.
Gold Recycler-BuyerJávea Gold RushTel: 96 577 0968Mov:617 503 144 (Tarick)www.goldrushjávea.com
John FaroTel: 678 596 764
GolfJávea Golf Course still onlyhas 9 holes, despite manyprojects to build another 9 or18, which have always beenopposed by neighbouringproperty owners.
There are excellentfacilities at ‘La Sella’ - on theJesus Pobre road to Denia,and Oliva Nova and Paichi inMoraira.
Club de Golf JáveaCtra. Jávea-Benitachell, Km 4.5 Tel: 96 579 2584 Fax 96 646 0554 golfenjá[email protected] www.clubdegolfjávea.com
Mini-GolfMini-Golf L´ArenalAv. Tamarits s/n
Quo Vadis Mini-GolfC/. Cannes, 5 (Arenal)Tel: 96 646 3734
Good Neighbours’ ClubOriginally formed in 1989 toraise the £18,000 required toplace 2 Heart Defibulatormachines on JáveaAmbulances (another 1st inSpain for Jávea), still meetsfor lunch on the last Friday ofeach month, at 1.30pm in theInn between, Jávea Park. Noneed to book, but lookforward to home cooking,fresh veg and lemon meringuepie.
GruaIt can mean the elevatingplatform on a delivery lorry, acrane, or - more likely - thelorry that takes your car awayif it is parked illegally.
Guardian Angels(See Single Parenting)
GymnasiaAcademia ProfiguraAv. Lepanto, 2. (Port)Edif. Puerto Real, D-2. Tel/Fax: 96 579 [email protected] www.profigura.com
Karoon Pilates Studio JáveaAv. Palmela, 31 (Town)Tel: 96 646 2235
609 678 433www.karoonpilatesjávea.com
Planeta Fitness PlusC/. Azorín, 34 bajoTel: 96 579 2699
620 26 29 [email protected]
Sparta GymC/. Rennes, 2 bajo Tel: 96 646 [email protected] www.sparta-gym.com
Xàbia FitnessParque Reina Sofía, 3 Tel: 625 710 457
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Centro de YogaC/. Gijón, 1 Tel: 635 182 711
HairdresserKRU Avd del Pla 36 (opposite Lidl and Día)Tel: 96 646 [email protected]
Harley Davidson & BikersTel: 617 275 016
HealthAll visitors from eU countriesshould bring their eHIC -european Health InsuranceCard - to obtain necessaryemergency treatment in Jávea,without having to pay.
UK Passport holders whoreceive a UK State pensionare entitled to free reciprocalhealth care, if they produceproof of entitlement fromNewcastle.Insalud Health CentreAppointments
Tel: 96 642 8150Port Clinic
Tel: 96 646 0456Private
There are many medicalpractitioners in Jávea whospecialise in the care ofExtranjeros, whether for cashor payment by an InsuranceProvider.Valencia Health Scheme
There is conflicting advice asto whether this service is stillavailable, and if not, whetherit will be reintroduced.
Those not old enough tohave free reciprocal healthcare, can apply to joinConvenio de AsistenciaSanitaria a PacientesPrivados and pay 90 €uros amonth for health cover equalto a Spaniard and withoutexclusion of pre-existingconditions.
The application form canbe downloaded atwww.san.gva.es then followthis route in the left-handcolumn: Ciudadania > TarjetaSanitaria > Convenio deAsistencia Sanitaria aPacientes Privados > Modelode Solicitud. The form shouldbe completed with your bankdetails, and sent with
Copy of Passport (Photopage only)
Original Padrón certificateCopy of your Residencia
certificateLetter from Newcastle (OverseasHealthcare Team) +44 191 2181999
by Certificado to:Dirección Territorial de laConselleria de SanidadC/. Girona, 2603001 Alicante Health TreatmentFlotation therapy is a newway to relax and restorehealth.
Treatment WorksAv del PlaTel: 96 693 4513Mov:693 482 906
Hearing SpecialistGAESAv. Amanecer roundaboutTel: 96 646 3961eMail: já[email protected]
HELP Equipment LoanDenia and Marina Alta HeLPis a charitable organisationwhich has been working tohelp those in need for nearlythirty years. One of the manyways in which HeLP can beof service is the loan ofmedical equipment. Our HelpCentre is situated in La Xara,next door to the tobacconistwhich is where equipment isstored. Hours are from10.00am to 2.00pm. Mondayto Friday.
equipment ranges fromwheelchairs, walkers andcrutches to commodes, backrests and hoists. A deposit ispayable ranging from €10 fora pair of crutches to €50 for ahoist. When the equipment isreturned the deposit can begiven back to the borrower ora donation of part or thewhole sum can be made to thecharity, which is what mostpeople do. Initially the loanperiod is for five weeks butthis can be extended.
Tel: 96 579 4570
Hospitals‘New’ La Jara hospitalTel: 96 642 9090Denia HeLP provide a
morning Interpreter serviceon weekdays when they canbe contacted on 96 642 9346
www.helpofdenia.com
‘Old’ Pedreranow long term, elderlyand psychiatricTel: 96 557 9700
Highway CodeSpain has a written Code, thecodigo de la circulación, thatcan be bought at bookshopslike Librería PapeleríaPuerto Jàvea in C/. Cristo delMar, Jávea Port, and isprofusely illustrated.
Hog RoastWhether for a private functionor a charity event, Sue Coleyhas her own kit, offeringvalue and dependability.
www.jávea-organisers.com
Holiday HomesFor owners wanting to rentand tourist seeking a qualityplace to relax and chill.
Vacation VillasChristineTel: 669 386 710
Holidays in SpainInserso offers holidays
for members of the PensionerClubs, that offer much bettervalue than you could obtainelsewhere.
Horse and RidingCentro Hípico JáveaCtra. de Gata, 118 Tel: 650 057 539 [email protected] www.hipicojávea.com
Hotels and HostalsJávea has few Hotels. TheParador on the seafront isopposite Villa Naranjos, withSol y Mar on the promenadeto the Port, where Jávea Hoteland the Miramar are located.A list of Hostals can beobtained from Tourist Offices.
Household Rubbish Pick-Up(See CeSPA)
Identity NumbersNIE and Residencia can
be obtained from Denia, butmost Jávea residents chooseto apply in Teulada, but recentreports indicated that Teuladahave resigned from theprocess, as the regulations aretoo complicated.
(See Residencias)
IKEA ShoppingThe nearest warehouse is inMurcia (though there havebeen talks about others inValencia and Alicante) and
flatpaxabia will take you tothe warehouse, or collect andassemble items you purchasefrom the catalogue or online.
Tel: 902 881 [email protected]
InsuranceFollowing a bad experiencewith Groupama (many yearsago) the majority of mypolicies (because thepremiums are being kept low)are with Franco at
Hermanos ChorroRonda Sur 91 (Town)but Franco will meet youTel: 670 745 330
InterpretersCarmen Alesanco(knows the best tradesmen)
Tel: 609 677 094Jacqui Blaylock
Tel: 61 61 62 324Alma Dorndorf,
Tel: 636 898 162 Jan Roylance
Tel: 693 926 595Sally Skelton
Tel: 686 453 816
Invalidity/Disability Itemscan be obtained from MobilityDirect
Tel: 96 574 0835Mob: 670 387 948or hired from CopiShop, Dr. Fleming 2, Tel: 96 579 2649
Ironing ServicePlanchado 659 311 6665€ per Kg - 5 Kg min.Free pick-up/drop Jávea
Jávea Int. Magic ClubTel: 96 579 4570
627 046 [email protected]
Jávea PlayersStudio in calle CronistaFigueras Pacheco. Plays puton twice a year in GATA.
Chairman Lyn Martin Tel: 96 597 7202 Mob: 618 892 103
KartingKarting Laguna JáveaC/. Cannes, 1 (Arenal)Tel: 622 886 876www.kartingjávea.com
Kennels and CatteryI’m unaware of any kennelsin Jávea, but many years agoused ‘Randall’s’ at JesusPobre.
Montgó CatteryC/. Canada 1Ctra. Jesus PobreTel: 628 070 686and have recently been
reminded of The Dog HouseTel: 646 950 294that is rural and provides
boarding for cats and dogs. Theycollect and deliver.
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Kitchen Appliance Repair(see Appliance repair)
Labour International(See also Conservatives)Tel: 679 231 412 Lorraine
678 213 978 Malcolmwww.labintspain.org.uk
Last Will(See Wills)
LawyersSpaniards practicing Law inSpain are not permitted todescribe themselves asSolicitors, unless they aremembers of the Law Societyin the UK.
www.lawsociety.org.ukThe equivalent in Spain
is an Abogado, and there is noshortage of competentlawyers who speak english. Ifyour problem is complex, youneed to seek a specialist: nogood having a man whousually is involved withproperty transactions, if youwant to win a child custodybattle.
Abogados have to bemembers of a ProvincialCollege. Legal Aid is available but wedo not have details.Ley de Costas
See Blue Buckets
LibrariesThe main library is in Carrer Mayor, 9
[email protected] is open on weekdaysfrom 9am-2pm and 4pm -8pm. Saturdays 10am - 1pm.
Tel: 96 569 3938Housed within the CarrerMayor premises is anInternational Library. Theenglish section is open onTuesday and Saturdaymornings from 10 am to 12midday. There is a wideselection of books to lend atno cost. The english sectionis situated on the third floor ofthe library (there is a lift!)Contact Alma for furtherinformation, 96 646 3262
A new library is beingconstructed next to the PortInsalud, to replace theexisting Reading Room in Av.Jaime 1, Nº 14.
[email protected] on weekdays from11am - 1.30pm and 4pm -8pm. Tel: 96 646 2652
LinedancingNew Country Linedancers
Beginners, Improvers andAdvanced classes.
Tel. 96 647 0632
Lions ClubsTed Spencer and GeorgeSmith are credited withstarting ‘Lions’ in Jávea andMoraira.
Lions have the motto"We Serve - We Serve" andmeet on the 2nd Tuesday ofeach month at 7.30pm (menonly) at hotel ‘el Rodat’ inJávea, close to Urbanizacion‘el Tosalet’.
On the 4th Thursday ofeach month at 7.30pm ladiesand guests are welcome.Locksmith
Carl BarclayAv. del Pla 116Tel: 96 646 3712Mov 659 853 [email protected]
Long-Lets(see also Property Rental)There is a good selection at
Hamiltons of JáveaAv. Lepanto 2 (on the cornerof the Health Centre road)Tel: 96 579 0803Mob: 693 829 [email protected]/. Cristo del Mar 29 (Port)Tel: 96 646 0133www.connect2spain.comVacation VillasChristine IrvingTel: 669 386 710
LotteriesSpaniards seem to be bornknowing every facet of the‘Lottery’. A bookletcontaining up-to-dateinformation, in english, canbe obtained from KickStart,Arquitecto Urteaga Nº 8, inthe Old Town or by phoning96 646 2848.M.A.B.S.This is a self-help group forlives affected by cancer - be itas patient or carer. They offerliterature and drivers forchemo or radiotherapy visitsand much, much more.
They rely on publicsupport and welcome donorsand buyers at ‘Trash andTreasure in Av. Paris.
www.mabscancersupport.org
MagicianLocal contact Morley BuddenTel: 96 579 2808
ManañaThe word used to meananything bUT tomorrow,tending to intimate a futureoccurrence, but not precicelywhen. More recently, time-keeping has improveddramatically.Marina Alta Business ClubMeeting in english held twicea week.
Tel: 96 646 [email protected]
Market DaysMonday Denia
ParcentLa Nucia
Tuesday JalónAltea
Wednesday benitachellOndaraTeulada
Thursday JáveaPego
Friday Denia (bric-a)Gata de GorgosMoraira
Saturday benissaCalpePedreguerOndara
Rastros (Car boot sales)Wednesday CalpeFriday DeniaSaturday Vergel
Jalónels Poblets
Sunday TeuladaPedreguerVergel
Marriage and WeddingsResidents who have beenenpadronado for 2 years canapply to marry in Spain, butwill need
Long birth certificateAny marriage, divorce or
death certificate relating toany former spousetranslated into Spanish by aJuridical Translator that costs90 €uros per page. bannsmust be exhibited at thebritish Consulate (who canundertake the translations).
All documents can besubmitted via the Juzgado dePaz to the Judge in Denia.
Many couples choose totravel to the UK or Gibraltarfor a Civil ceremony, and theninvite guests to their“Wedding in Spain”.
Pastor Clive Read isauthorised to conduct bothCivil Weddings and Religiousblessings.
www.divineservices.orgTel: 96 646 2848
MosquitoMosquitos breed whereverthere is stagnant water, even ahalf-full oil drum with waterin it, will bring a constantstream of hungry insects tothose whose blood smellsattractive. Fitting fly screenson windows, buying an ultra-violet light, or small electricalcontraptions that burnpastilles, will all deter theseblood-sucking creatures.Motor Repairs
Talleres ThiviersMechanical and general
repairs, Air Conditioning, Pre-ITV advice.
Jaime Mata CardonaC/. Arquitecto Urteaga, 23Tel. 96 579 0923AutoVito Mobile
If your car is poorly, call us andour advice is free. If the solutionis difficult we take your car to ourworkshop, 100m North ofBarclays Bank. Aircon, computerdiagnostics and ITV pre-testspecialists. English, German andSpanish understood.
Tel: 646 115 473www.autovito.comPistonBroke MotorsRichard is described as
Honest, Reliable, Trustworthy,Capable and Non rip-off motormechanic.
Tel: 96 646 1571 (Emma may answer the phone.)Mov: 696 052 662
MOT tests (ITV)Cars need to be tested oncethey are 4 years old. “Mixta’vehicles - like minibus - haveto be tested at 2 years.
The nearest permanentstation is in Ondara, and amobile station visits Jáveatwice a year.
The concessionaire isCircuit ITV
www.circuitv.comPhone appointments from 902 108 368 who text back toyour mobile phone, so youcan prove you have one.MotorwaysTolls are levied by
AUMAR for use of the AP-7from the French border in theNorth to Alicante in theSouth. If travelling North,join the Autopista at Ondara,and at benissa if travellingSouth.
There is always acampaign by drivers andTown Halls along the route,for access to be free of chargeto ease congestion.
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Multas (Fines)are imposed for all types ofinfringements:Taking your dog on the beachOpening after hours if a barHaving music too loudDriving too fastParking where you shouldn’tTown Planning offences
You can often get quitesubstantial discounts forprompt payment.Municipal AuditoriumJávea doesn’t have one,though many expected theplot of the ‘old’ Casa deCultura to increase in size, soa 300-seater could beprovided, on land that was fartoo small.
I am told that the land tothe West of the town Insaludand Music Conservatory is‘ear-marked’ for the project.MuseumThe museum originated in1969 following the creation ofa small collection of historicaland ethnographic itemsgathered by youths led by J.b. Soler and J. Celdrán. A fewyears later, these materialsoccupied an office of Justiceof the Peace and, in 1973 thechapel of St. Anne. In 1975,
the City acquired through theefforts of J. Soler blasco(then Mayor of Jávea) the oldpalace house of Antonibanyuls, which since 1977,has housed the currentpermanent collection. It wasin recognition of the mainpromoter and first director,Juan bautista Soler blasco,that the corporation gave theMuseum his name. Since1985 the Curator has been alocal archaeologist whomanages and advisestechnically.
Alongside the permanentexhibition rooms are otherservices: library (with almostfour thousand volumes),archeology and ethnographystorage and a smallrestoration laboratory.excavations and other tasksof prospecting, listing andprotection of the richhistorical and ethnographicJávea continue and aredisseminated throughexhibitions and Museumpublications.
Tel: 96 579 1098Music InstituteThe Conservatory is locatedin C / Rafael echagüe, 5, nextto the Health Centre (in theold town), where students can
study music to elementaryand intermediate level. Thereis underground parking closeby. The formner premises inAv. Juan Carlos 1, still seemto be used for newcomerpracticising.Nature ReservesThe Montgo Natural Park is aprotected area.Netball ClubMeets in L’Ancora Playa,Wednesday 8.00 - 9.30pm
Tel. 96 647 2169660 782 165
NotaryNotaries are the elite oflawyers in Spain. Unlikelawyers, their advice is free ofcharge: they only charge forcreating a document andwitness its signing.
The original Notaria is inHistoriador Chabas, 1, 1º inJávea Town:
D. Antonio Jiménez ClarTel: 96 646 2631
96 579 0512 The former partner of DonAntonio, now has his ownoffice:
D. Luis Aparicio MarbanAv. Pla 126, CC Arenal 1º14Tel: 96 646 2280
96 579 0517
There is a second Notaria inthe Arenal area provided by:
D. Juan Luis Millet Sancho Av. del Pla 128Centro Comercial IV, 1ªTel: 96 646 3353
NurseGail McCafferty RGN, ENHome visitsHomologaciones Madrid:
NMC - UKRCN - UK
Tel: 626 005 [email protected]
Nursing CareRapport Nursing offer care inthe Jávea area.
Tel: 96 579 3980689 613 787
www.rapportnursing.com
OmbudsmanThe Valencia Government hasan Ombudsman to guard therights and liberties ofresidents. Nationally there is aDefensor de Pueblo.O.N.C.E.The Organización Nacionalde Ciegos Españoles is thelargest organisation aidingblind people, but employsagents with any of thedisabilities. You’ll see kiosks,from where they sell theirlottery tickets, and itinerantsellers visit most bars, on aregular basis.
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Delivered to your Javea are home - at no extra charge
Receive your favourite UKmagazines - without exorbitantpostal surcharges imposed by
some UK publishersTo order YOUR magazine, go to www.ukmagsinspain.net
bUT you must enter your address as: Dorre bonner UK Mags, 21 Leafield Way, CORSHAM, Wilts, SN13 9SWIf you have a problem, send details to: [email protected]
each of YOUR magazines will be brought toSpain using www.cheapaparcels.com.
We phone in advance and tell you when we will deliver
the cost is 1€ for each magazine.Message contact point: 96 646 2848
KickStart, who producethis publication, havepublished a guide to Spanishlotteries, that was written byTerry Harris.
[email protected] 96 646 2848 for yourcopy.OpticiansThere are many private andfranchise businesses, but acompetent english-speakingservice is provided by
SpecsaversAv. del Pla 125Ed. Caribe Locale 6Tel: 96 646 3420Fax: 96 646 2928
dir.já[email protected]
OsteopathJeremy M Kenton
DO, ND, MROE EspañaRegistered OsteopathExpert Medical Witness(Home visits if needed)Tel: 655 285 675
603 831 567www.osteopath-kenton.co.uk
Ostomastes of SpainFounder President, Cynthia,lives in Jávea.
Tel. 96 646 0063
Padrón Municipal(See Electoral Roll)
PaintballPaintball XàbiaC/. Bruselas 205 (opposite the Arenal school)Tel: 609 www.paintballxabia.com
Painter and DcoratorPinturas OrtoláTel: 609 677 094 (Eng)
Palm Weevil (Picudo Rojo)If you have - or see - aninfected Palm, report itslocation and the owner’sdetails if you know it, to theAgricultural Rep in the O@Coffice in Av. Amanecer 2, whowant the plague controlled,and have informationavailable.
Jardineria EurogardenTel: 645 645 292 (Nicole)
Parking (even or odd)Some streets have signsindicating ‘Mes Impar’ allowsdrivers to park in odd whichmonths (Jan, March, May,July, September andNovember), whereas ‘MesPar’ allows parking in theother months.Parking FinesJávea HeLP office (at theCLOT - Nº 3 on the page 23map) point out that paymentat a participating bank within15 days, entitles the driver toa 50% reduction. Some policeofficers seem unaware and aredemanding immediate andFULL payment under threatof towing the car away.
At the CLOT offices theyhave a special Alegaciones aMultas de Trafico for driverswho feel ‘wronged’ but theform must be lodged in theRegistry within 15 days if youwant the retrospectivediscount.Party Services and Catering
C & P EnterprisesParty. Event and Location, catererTel: Catherine 686 773 442
www.c-penterprises.comParty Travel9-seater available with driverfor airport runs, golf trips.Ikea and Primark, party, henand stag nights. 24h service.
In Time MovementsTel: 661 771 062 (Nicola)www.intimemovements.com
Passports (British)Since September 2011, Spaindoes not renew or issue UKPassports. Applications fromUK citizens resident in Spainmust be sent to:
UK Processing CentreConsulate-General Torre espacioP de la Castellana 259D28046 Madrid
The current price for a 32page Adults Passport is 166€and 106€ for a child, plus26€ courier fee for bringingthe printed Passport from theUK to your address in Spain.
Payment can only bemade by Credit or Debit card.Forms and information from:
www.ukinspain.fco.gov.ukAllow a minimum of 4
weeks from the date the fee istaken from your account fordelivery of your Passport.Any original documents sentto Madrid will be returned by
Madrid, when they forwardyour application to Londonfor printing.Free Passports
Those born prior to 2ndSeptember 1929 are entitledto a FRee UK Passport, thattakes a minimum of 10 weeksto be processed.
Passports can be renewedup to 9 months prior to theirdate of expiry.PensionsForeign workers in Spainused to have to work 15 yearsto get a Spanish StatePension, but recent changesmean that any payments of ayear or more, will contributetowards your Pension fromthe last country in which youwere employed.
The Spanish pension isclose to DOUbLe thestandard UK pension, butthere are 14 payments eachyear: with double payment inJune and November.Pensioners’ Clubs
Port Tel: 96 646 2304Jubilados Duanes de MarTown Tel: 96 579 2389Jubilados Amanecer
Pets - DogsAPASA
Following on the independentwork of Marjorie Darcy-Stephens and beryl ‘Serena’Stanyer’s Animal Sanctuary, anew APASA Association wascreated to have responsibilityfor the Municipal Dog Pound,when the disgraceful facilitiesclose to the river bed becamemore widely known.
APASA receives a grantfrom the Town Hall butdepends on volunteer helpand money. It has a ‘charityshop’ on the Ctra. Cabo de laNao.Boarding of Cats and Dogs
(see Kennels)Grooming
Peluqueria Canine J.PJávea Park, Local 10B(To the right of Mr. Punch)Tel: 686 419 [email protected]
Paws ‘N’ ClawsTel: 96 647 2490Mob 658 887 545
contact@pawsnclawsjávea.com
Pet Palace (Angela)Av. del Pla 5South of Yorkshire LinenTel: 690 096 910
Pet TransportTravelDog local agentJulio Roldán Jiménez(English speaking)Mov 661 474 785www.traveldog.es
CatsJávea Feral Cat Assn.
established as legal charity inAugust 2009, but with longhistory reducing the number.Operates a Trap-Neuter-Return programme, catchingferal cats in automatic traps,takes them to the vet forneutering and then returnthem to where they werefound. Traps loaned toanyone who needs to get feralgarden cats neutered and theoperation can often be at areduced cost. blood tests sothat no diseased cat isreturned to the feral catcommunity. Always lookingfor homes for kittens. Reliesfor financial help on thepublic as receives no moneyfrom the ayuntamiento. In 2years, they have caught over600 cats!
www.jáveaferalcats.orgliz@jáveaferalcats.org
VetsThere are many ‘vets’ inJávea. The Municipal vet,through whom the Town Halloffers vaccinations againstLeishmaniosis, is
José Luis Genoves GarciaPrincipe de Asturias. 1103730 Jávea TownTel: 96 646 1717
Other veterinary practicesinclude:
Clinica Veterinaria ArenalCarretera Cabo La Nao Pla.03738 JáveaTel: 96 579 4560Clinica Veterinaria AsisAv Amanecer España. 1503730 JáveaTel: 96 579 1969
Centro Veterinario La NaoAv Amanecer de España, 3703730 Jávea TownTel: 96 579 6862
Garcia Aguilera M. C.Los Fueros. 1003730 JáveaTel: 96 579 3551
Minina & KaninaAlmirante Bastarreche, 14Jávea Portwww.veterinario-jávea.comClinic and HOME VISITSTel: 96 579 1751
609 563 088
PARCELSFrom/to UK. Spain
or wherever
3-4 days Spain/UKDoor 2 Door Collection/Delivery
Overnight service in Spainwww.cheapaparcels.com
Cheapa Parcels
669 386 702
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24h service Centre veterinari PeTITONSAv. Jaume1, 25, els Poblets
Tel: 96 647 546924h: 630 177 395Fleas
Fleas are commonplace andFrontline can usually preventtheir breeding.Ticks - Garapatas
Ticks can be small and black,or larger and grey/green incolour. They feed on ananimal’s blood, much like theMosquito with humans.Leishmaniasis
This ‘notifiable’ disease iscaused when a healthy dog isbitten by an infected sand fly.Stop Press: The municipalvet, José Luis Genoves,announced, earlier this year,that he can offer a vaccinationto protect from this disease.
www.leishmaniasis.info
VaccinationsVaccinations give your pet thebest chance of a long andhealthy life. The Town Halloffers vaccination againstrabies. Pet Passport
Pets now have the same rightof relocation within the eU ashumans. There is a delay of 6months with vaccinations andblood tests to prove theanimal is not a danger inanother location.Pet shop and Supplies
Pet PalaceEverything you need, large aquatic choice. Dry and wet foods. Home delivery service.English spoken.Tel: 635 038 400 (Alvaro)
Pine TreesPollen from pine trees
will be a major problem toanyone suffering from hayfever, from as early as March,each year. Needles & Caterpillars
The strange ‘pear-shaped’bags hanging from pine treesthat look as though they havebeen created by over-activespiders, are the day-timeresting place of caterpillarsthat graze on pine needles atnight. The adult, as a moth,lays around 300 eggs inAugust that hatch a monthlater.
When fully grown, theCaterpillars can be seen in aprocession, as if holding each
other’s tail with their ownhead, and have a poisonousprotein on every hair of theirbody, as they search - usuallyduring March - for soft soil inwhich to pupate. Contact withhuman skin can produceextreme redness and swellingand any pet which disturbs aprocession should beimmediately taken to a Vet.
It is said, that byremoving pine tree branchesbelow 3 metres (but DO NOTcut them where there arebaskets of these enemies)protects the tree because thefeeble female moth cannot flythat high. Plumber
Paul FaulknerTel: 96 579 2134Mov: 676 861 [email protected]
Paul McKimmTel: 696 598 [email protected]
Plus Valia is the Tax leviedby the Town Hall, based onthe increase in value of yourproperty whilst in yourownership, when you sell.
An estimate of theamount due can be obtainedfrom the Town Hall Tax Dept.PoliceThere are four distinct PoliceforcesNational with
responsibility for foreignersand matters of Security.Valencia who are
responsible for enforcingLaws passed by the regionalGovernment.Civil Guard Guardia Civil who are
responsible for prosecutingcrime, supervising drivingand drivers, and Denuncias.Municipal are
responsible for safety andtraffic movement on Jávearoads.Pool Tile ReplacementNo need to empty the water,specialist diver fixes poolproblems.
Colin AckermanTel: 96 558 1921Mov: 655 318 617
Poo test (rectal/colon cancer)The local Insalud operates anearly-warning diagnosis for
rectal or colon tumours. Yourdoctor will arrange for you toreceive ‘test kit’ by post, ifyou are between 54 and 70years of age. It is easier thanearlier tests, but like Mrs.beaton pointed out “firstcatch your sample!”
The easiest method is toplace a plate of some kind inthe toilet pan, between theseat and the water.
This is a translation ofthe instructions to obtain asample (from your sample)for the Insalud to test.1) Unscrew and remove thegreen cap of the tube theysend you.
Fill in the label with theinformation requested: Name,Age, Sex and Date.2) Insert the strip into thesample several times, movingit horizontally and vertically3) Insert the strip into thesample bottle. Close the lidand shake vigorously.
Take the sample to theInsalud as soon as possible. Ifthere is a delay, store thecontainer in the refrigerator (2- 10 º C).
The purpose of the test isto detect the presence ofblood, which is a commonsymptom of variouspathologies.
You no longer needfollow any kind of diet beforethe test.
Do not take the testduring menstruation dates orif you are a patient withbleeding hemorrhoids.
Avoid the stool becomingcontaminated with urine.
If the liquid comes intocontact with eyes, mouth orskin, wash the area with waterand seek medical treatment ifnecessary.Postal ServiceCorreos has the monopoly forcarrying letters in Spain.Their main office is in PlazaMarina Alta, at the highestpoint in the Old Town.Stamps are also sold inTAbACS.
Postmen only deliver tocertain areas on certain daysand insist that outlying housesprovide community boxeswhere letters for 50 or morehomes can be placed by thepostman, for the owner tocollect.
If a letter that needs asignature arrives, the postmanwill leave an Aviso in the‘buzón’ for you to collect
from the Correos officewithin 15 days.
If you do NOT have a‘buzón’ the postman willlikely leave an Aviso under astone near your house, inexpectation that you will findit! Postage rates (2012)
Spain: up to 20g 0,36€oversize up to 20g 0,51€up to 50g 0,51€up to 100g 0,85€Europe: up to 20g 0,70€oversize up to 20g 1,35€up to 50g 1,35€up to 100g 2,10€Rest: up to 20g 0,85€oversize up to 20g 1,75€up to 50g 1,75€up to 100g 2,95€
PostcodesMost towns have a singlePostcode: Jávea has 4 butCorreos discourage their use,and claim it is better to use03730 (where 50% will bewrong) rather than the codefor your area, which ‘some’will get wrong.Adsubia 03739Alborada 03739Arenal 03738Cala blanca, Urb 03738Cap Martín 03738Capsades 03739Catarroja Partida 03737Cerezos, Los 03739Colomer 03737Costa Nova, Urb 03738ermita, Urb 03737eurocondal, Urb. 03737Fontanella 03737Frechinall 03738Granadella, La 03738Lluca 03739Mandarina, La 03739Media Luna 03738Montgó 03737Montgó Carrasquetes 03737Montgó Toscamar 03737Panorama, Urb 03738Pinosol 03739Portichol 03738Rebaldi 03739Rimontgó 03737Seniola 03737Tarraulla 03739Tesoro Park 03739Tosalet, Urb. 03739Tosals 03737Toscal 03738Trencall 03738Valls 03737Valls Carrasquetes
VA-CA 03737Valls Planets
VA-PN 03737Valls Tosal
VA-TS 03737Everywhere else 03730
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PropertyDavid Searle’s ‘You and theLaw in Spain’ or the annualguide issued by Blevins Frankwith offices opposite the PortMarket at the Dolphinroundabout, are worthconsulting.Property RegistryJávea’s Property Registry islocated in Historia Chaba, 6,on the 1st floor, opposite thetown Notaria. benitachellproperties are also registeredthere. The office maintainsthe Public Register ofproperty ownership and anyliens associated with it. Theoffice collects the “PropertyTransfer Tax” on eachtransaction.
Following registration,the ‘escritura’ will bereturned to you, as proof ofyour compliance. You areencouraged to request a ‘NotaSimple’ each year, it costs lessthan 5€, to satisfy yourselfthat there are no liens ofwhich you were unaware.
It is possible (thoughunwise) to avoid payment ofthe Property Transfer Tax, bydelaying the submission ofthe escritura at the PropertyRegistry for more than 66months, by which time theright of the Government toclaim the Tax is ‘Proscribed’.Should the Vendor die orincur debts worth litigation,your property could be seizedby those to whom they owedmoney. Hacienda are away ofthis ‘delay’ tactic and have astaff looking for ‘dodgers’and imposing fines.
Tel: 96 579 231996 579 3339
Fax: 96 579 4906eMail: oljá[email protected]
Property HelpVacation Villas have beenhelping potential renters andbuyers with impartial advicefor more than 12 years,creating the need for qualityhomes that suit others.
It is registered, officialbusiness with high streetoffice and bags of advice andexperience - yours for theasking.
They also offer propertiesfor sale - and sell ‘em.
existing clients are theirbest recommendation.
Tel: 669 386 710 (Christine)www.vacationvillasspain.com
Public SafetyMunicipal PolicePlaza de la Constitucion, 6 Tel: 96 579 0081
96 579 1323 Fax: 96 646 1606
Police (emergency) 092Emergency Service 112Civil Guard(Guardia Civil)
Avenida del Furs in the PortTel: 96 579 1085
Civil ProtectionC / Sanchis Guarner, 13 Tel: 648 015 256RecyclingJávea is at the forefront ofrecycling that prevents theneed to bury Jávea’s waste onthe outskirts of Alicante city,after being amalgamated withrubbish from other MarinaAlta communities in a facilityon the outskirts of La Xara.
There are local collectionareas “Punto Verde” at:
AdsubiaSol de este access roadJesus Pobre RoadPinosol/PinomarRafaletAn ecoPark has been
created (between theDesalination Plant andAPASA Dog Pound) on Camidel Sorts, where items areseparated but access isrestricted to those on thePadrón.
To use the ecoPark youneed to take proof ofinscription on the Padrón (tostop out-of-town buildersfrom dumping their rubbishthere) for your first visit, tolog you on to the Computer. RemovalsI can speak from many yearsexperience of the servicesprovided by the following:
Dorre Bonner Bath(our UK partner for bringingUKMagsinSpain.com)Unit 21, Leafield WayCORSHAM SN13 9SWTel: 01225 811 992Nikki Fice [email protected]
Cooper RemovalsTel: 96 573 1024www.cooper-removals.com
Fastrack RemovalsTel: 96 626 6000Mob: 629 351 266UK: 0845 805 5298
Man with a Van (Dave)20€ an hourTel: 96 647 4898Mov: 627 828 124
Rent-A-VicarYou may not need one 24/7but there are occasions, likeweddings, funerals and otherunexpected occasions, whenyou feel the need - but don’tknow how to go about it.
Divine Services willprovide, at the shortest of notice,an ordained man whose onlyconcern is understanding whatyou thunk you need, and thensurpassing your wildestexpectations. Fixed fees - butalways open to negotiation.
Tel: 96 646 2848Mov: 669 386 [email protected]
Renting PropertyAny ‘rental’ other than thatclassed as for ‘Tourism’ - nolonger than 90 days can, if thetenant has a mind to do so, beextended for 5 years.
Some owners granted 11-month tenancies, eveninsisting that the property isvacated in the morning,before being re-occupied afterlunch, for a fresh 11-monthterm, but this arrangement isNOT excluded from beingextended for 5 years by atenant with the intention tostay. ResidenciaAnyone coming to Spain for aholiday can visit for 90 days.Those who intend to stay forMORe than 90 days, areObLIGeD - as soon afterthey arrive as convenient - toapply for a Residencia.
You need a Certificatefrom the Padrón desk at theCitizen’s Office C/ Amanacer2, and the original andphotocopy of your Passport,which need to be taken toDenia (our regional centre forGovernment) but most peopletake their documents toTeulada, which is far lessbusy.
Those using Teuladashould go to the Town Hall,obtaining a numbered ticketfrom the machine, on the left,inside the front doors. Whenyour turn arrives, take yourdocuments to the vacant desk.Your documents will bechecked and you will begiven a return appointment.When you return, follow the
Ticket procedure, and youwill be given a form to take tothe nearby bank and pay thefee. When you come back,hover by the desk, and youwill be given your Residencia -and have complied with theLaw!
Residencial CareThe Valencia Governmentprovides care for the elderly -unheard of 30 years ago.
The Asilo Cholbi home,located between the Port andTown, receives funding fromthe regional government’sbono scheme.
Avenida Puerto, 6,Tel: 96 579 1080Bon Retir is a privately
owned facility in CalleCantallops 31, that would bethe continuation of thebenitachell road, if itcontinued across the CV-734between Gata and Jávea, atthe Ferrobox roundabout.
www.bonretir.comTelephone: 96 579 0242Customer Service:
688 883 155
There are a number ofqualified nurses who offerconvalescent care in their ownhomes, or supply carers tocall - or live-in - as needed.
Eileen OxleyTel: 635 836 [email protected]
Restaurant DeliveryRestaurants To You
will take your order, place itwith the restaurant of yourchoice, collect and deliver toyou, for a fee of between 6and 8 euros depending onwhere your property islocated. They collect from:Acqua SteakhouseCarnaval Int. MexicanIndian Palace IndianJalousie Cocktail BarLa Boheme Tapas/Fish & MeatMonsoon ThaiShang-Hai Chinese
Tel: 96 646 3365676 066 491
www.jávearestaurantstoyou.com
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PARCELSFrom/to UK. Spain
or wherever
3-4 days Spain/UKDoor 2 Door Collection/Delivery
Overnight service in Spainwww.cheapaparcels.com
Cheapa Parcels
669 386 702
Roadside AssistanceThe RACC is an Associationof drivers, like the RAC orAA, but most Spanishinsurers include breakdownrecovery in their policy.Roasted ChickenA couple of popular suppliersare Asador de Pollos
Av. Jaime 1º in the PortTel: 96 579 0075
La Casa de PolloAv del Pla, 79Tel: 96 646 2643Open from lunch till late. 1/2 Chicken - €7.50Full Rack of Ribs - €12.00Combo (1/2 chicken and 1/2rack of ribs) - €15.00
Rotary International ClubMeets at Hotel el Rodat, C / Murcia 9, 03739 on aTuesday at 9pm.
Tel: 609 248 655www.rotaryspain.org
Royal Air Force AssociationMeets on the second Mondayof every month at RestaurantLos Arcos, on the N-332 atPedreguer.
There is a socialgathering from 11am, with themeeting at 12 noon, followedby lunch at 1pm.
Tel: 96 642 7673www.rafa-ncb.org
Royal British LegionJávea branch meets on thesecond and fourth Tuesday ofthe month, in l’Ancora Playa,Av. Paris, at 11.00am. Noneed to be ex-service to join,so pop along and enjoy thesocial events. everyonewelcome.
Tel: 96 579 [email protected]
Rubbish Collection(see CePSA)
SamaritansVolunteers provide anevening listening service on902 883 535.Satellite TVClive Read installed the firstsatellite dish in Spain at CA-56 in November of 1985 andthen installed units for manyowners - mostly in Jávea orTorrevieja - where a 2.4mdish, costing £2400, broughtonly CNN and ONe filmchannel, Premier Movies.
All these years later, anddespite cable and repeater
services, many owners stillneed to have their own kit.
Among the installers whohave been around for longenough to have gained a vastknowledge, are
Richard PollockTel: 670 362 [email protected]
Mike Duley DLM digital TVTel: 627 624 819
696 071 [email protected]
Schools and EducationSchooling is a pivot point formany families, whenconsidering relocating.
Those who can afford todo so (and that includes manySpanish families) choose anInternational education fortheir children. XabiaInternational College has bothJunior and Senior premises onthe Ctra. Cabo de la Nao anda Kindergarten facility atCosta Nova.
Lady elizabeth Schoolwas founded in Jávea byVeronica barnes, but has nowrelocated to benitachell andLliber.
If there is the possibility ofthe family returning to theUK permanently beforeschooling is complete, privateeducation is often preferable,because it follows the UKcurriculum (more or less)
On the other hand, if youand your children intend tospend the rest of your lives inSpain, best to get immersed assoon as you can, with - free -education in a state-fundedschool.
Some schools in Jáveaused to teach every subject inValenciano, creating doubledifficulties for children notborn here. I am told thatparents now have the optionto choose a school that doesnot teach in Valenciano, ifthey think it would harm theirchild’s education. Sharers and Carersestablished to enable thoseneeding help, to identifyothers who can provide it.Can be long-term, to preventthe need for someone to leaveSpain, or short-term for asingle task or two.
Sharers may have lost apartner or become more frailor less agile, and carers arethose that offer services for areasonable rate, or inexchange for accommodation.
www.sharersandcarers.co.nr
Sheltered RetirementCaring for elderly family isno longer seen as an honourof children and their children,and accommodation for theelderly is a growth industry.
Valencia Government hasa Bono - voucher - schemethat provides or subsidisescare of the elderly, and isanother reason why everyonewho lives here should registeron the Padrón in case theyneed home help or residencialcare in the future.Shoe Repairs“Coblers” have moved topremises next to “Try Again”bar at the Arenal roundabout.
Tel: 608 707 208 (Steve)603 131 213 (Alex)
Shooting and Gun UseCampo de Tiro San JerónimoCtra. de Denia, 50
Single Parenting‘Guardian Angels’ supportssingle parents and is alwayslooking for sponsors. Triciabarr is the President.
Tel: 96 645 5524622 795 542
www.guardian-angels.es
SpaEl RodatHotel ‘El Rodat’. C/ La Murciana, 9 Tel: 96 647 0710
96 647 07 11 Fax 96 647 1550 [email protected] www.elrodat.com
Spanish ChurchIn addition to the Catholicchurches mentioned on page4, a vibrant and outgoingevangelical Church has beenour evangelistic partner toSpanish-speaking people inJávea for 10 or more years.
‘El Faro’ Baptist ChurchCalle Génova 31, bajo(1 road inland between Port and the Parador)Tel: 692 248 755
A recent addition is the‘House of Restoration’ thatis held each Sunday at 7pm inthe Christian Centre at CalleArquitecto Urteaga (at therear of Jávea PropertyRegistry) Nº 25.
Pastor Juan Pablo Labranand Marcos Sanz are itsleaders.
Tel: 685 613 064667 842 542
They organise the ‘Hand toHand’ food distribution service toneedy families in Jávea and havea ‘work programme’ for thoseseeking ‘self worth’.
Spanish LessonsCastillian Spanish is both‘easy’ and ‘hard’ - ‘easy’because every letter has asound and there are very few‘silent’ letters, and “hard” forbrits who, not having learnedenglish grammar, find it‘impossible’ to learn a latin-based language with withgenders and tenses.
In the past, JáveaTownhall has organisedSpanish lessons but asteachers rarely spoke english,there were no explanations.
Conversational Spanishlessons are arranged by
The Language AcademyCarmen Alesanco
Tel: 609 677 094Alma Dorndorf
Tel: 636 898 162
ValencianJávea Townhall also arrangeslessons in Valencian.SportCricketCricket came to Spain via
Jávea, who won the nationaltrophy and were promised anew ground when theirexisting ground was turnedinto a Football pitch. With noplace to play in Jávea, theywere welcomed in Alfaz andbecame:
Cricket-Sporting Alfas C.C. and play at Albir, between Altea and Benidorm. www.sacc.hitscricket.com
ENGLISH CLASSESdesigned for Englishchildren studying in
Spanish schoolslGroups 2 or 3 at similar levellAged 5 to 10lTaught to British National
Curriculum standardslOnce or twice a weeklFun methods usedlNo books or Equipment to buylSpecial needs catered forlMaths, too, if requiredlIntensive course available for
children returning to UKTelephone Veronica
on 96 579 0576or 659 975 781
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FootballCD Jávea play at Campo d'Esports in Cami Moli Safranera, in Frechinal. Seewebsite for fixtureswww.jáveamigos.com
RugbyXabia Rugby Club play at Campo d'Esports in Cami Moli Safranera, in Frechinal.Contact Tel: 688 640 092www.jávearugbyclub.com
La Vila RugbyAv Mediterraneo 25, 03570 Villajoyosa, near Benidorm. Contact Tel: 96 589 0376www.rugbylavila.net
Stage schoolsSue Millington
www.theatreexpressspain.comStamps (for letters)Postage stamps are becomingincreasingly rare, asCorreos have adopted thepractice of taking your moneyand ‘postmarking’ your letteror parcel indicating the feehas been received. You caninvest in the likelihood ofinflation by buying “A” valuestamps (like a First ClassStamp) and using them whenthe rate has increased. Newpostage rates are introducedon 2nd January, each year.
Postage stamps are soldat TABACS (tobacconists).
For Postage Rates(see Postal Service)Adhesive stamps are still
produced for special events,and Philately is a hobbyfollowed by many.
Jávea Philately Societyused to meet at Marples Bar,on the corner of Calle Paris,in the Arenal, but now meetsat Dedyl’s bar (next door) onthe 2nd and 4th Monday (butNOT in the Summer) at 10am
Tel: 96 579 5499 (Derek)
SubAqua/Dive SchoolsCabo la Nao School
Jávea Park, 71Tel: 609 672 856 (Rafa)[email protected]
Hammersea JáveaPortixol, 8(300m south of Barclays)Tel: 96 647 3131
Dive Master Paul McKimmTel: 696 598 [email protected]
Tapasevery bar offers ‘Tapas’ - alldifferent, and each believingthat theirs offer the best valuein cost and taste.TaxiTaxis are licensed by theCouncil and ‘mini-cabs’ arenot authorised. There are taxiranks in the Town and Port(which constantly seem to bein different locations) and theRadio Taxi service can bereached on 96 579 3224
AutoTaxi: 96 646 0404Port Rank: 96 579 1015Town Rank: 96 579 1060Some (like euroTaxi)Tel: 633 400 044
reservas@eurotaxijávea.comare equipped to carrypassengers in wheelchairs.TelephonesFixed
Telefonica/Movistar is theonly installer of fixed lines inJávea, but once the line isinstalled, you have the right tochange to be invoiced byanother provider.
ADSL (banda Ancha)speed depends on yourdistance from the ‘exchange’and the quality of line in yourarea.
Most ADSL providersinclude unlimited calls tofixed lines in Spain in theirmonthly fee.Mobile
All the main providers haveoffices in Jávea.Movistar: Pio X in the Port
and Ctra Pla 126, ArenalandAv. Principe de Asturiasin the Town
Orange: Av Lepanto 19in the Port.
Vodafone: Av Lepanto 17in the Port
PhoneHouseAv. del Furs, 7 (Port)10am-2pm, 5 - 8.30pm.Saturday 10am - 2pmTel: 96 646 1496
WirelessThe first provider of wirelessconnection to the phonenetwork was ‘Telitec’ whohave offices in Moraira andprovide their service using amicrowave aerial on yourpremises, fed from their mastat Cumbre del Sol. They offera variety of ‘packs’ dependingon the services you need and -with internet - the speed yousay you need.
Tel: 902 889 070(Neil Harrodine)96 574 3473
TennisClub de Tenis XàbiaCtra. Cabo la Nao – Pla 118Tel / Fax: 96 579 0289 clubtenisjávea
@clubtenisjávea.com www.clubtenisjávea.com
Club de Tenis Los PinosCtra. Cabo la Nao,Urb. Balcón al Mar. Tel: 96 647 2529
96 647 0309 Fax 96 647 [email protected] www.tenis.netClub de Tenis L´AncoraAv. de París s/n. (Arenal)Tel: 689 463 207Toscamar Tennis FriendsMondays and Wednesdays,10am - 12noon.Tel: 96 649 3900
TilerMike WhittockProfessionally TrainedFull bathroom reform specialist and more. Totallylegal. Traditional Tradesmanat the right price.Tel: 697 441 [email protected]
Todos Juntosis a Jávea-based fund-raisinggroup, founded by a group ofDutch friends, who saw theneed to embrace all of Jávea’snationalities. It aims to raisemoney to support existinglocal charities (as an exampleCaritas). Initial contact canbe made with Marion andJohn Kenworthy [email protected]ávea.com
Tool and Equipment HireMost brits in Jávea rent from‘Cabo Casse, s.l.’ whosewarehouse is the last on theleft, in C/. Liverpool, oppositethe Moli blanc.
They sell a large range ofDIY and tradesmen’s toolsand Javi is happy to conversein english.
Tel/Fax: 96 579 2502Tourism - Jávea’s ‘Industry’Jávea’s main ‘industries’ havebeen Construction andTourism, but income fromboth has been drasticallyreduced since 2009. The
infamous LRAU ‘Land GrabLaw’ by which a strangercould ‘gain the right to build’on land they did not own, andcharge the owner part of thecost for a new infrastructure,without any opportunity ofsharing in any profits, hasdeterred many buyers.
The LRAU was reated toprevent a landowner fromfrustrating ‘CommunityProjects’ - like a school,hospital or community centre- but was used by corruptdevelopers and Townhalls toallow luxury homes to bebuilt on stolen land, claimingthat ‘high class homes’ weregood for the community.
Attempts to overthrowthe Law by AbusosNo havebeen unsuccessful, an eUCourt recently deciding thepractice was NOT unlawful.
Spain does not recognisethe function of a DistrictValuer who would stipulatethe value of the land involved.Tourist Offices
Plaza Iglesia in the TownTel: 96 579 4356Cabo de la Nao, ArenalTel: 96 646 0605Almirante bastarrechein the PortTel: 96 579 0736
Town Hall (Council offices)If Jávea has a restaurant orbar for every day of the year,the Council seemed to havean office for every day of themonth, and a total lack ofcohesion.
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Telephone providers wantyou to buy a package of ‘free’calls for a fixed sum eachmonth, because THEYKNOW you’ll NOT be makingall the calls you’re paying for.
With you payONLY for what you use. 14minutes to UK for a Euro,with NO connection chargeand NO minimum.
Saving money for Jáveapeople since 1999.Simple sign-up at
www.vicom.org/501
or call 96 646 28484 same day connection
501
The new team governingJávea have created a “One-Stop-Shop” above Portal elClot parking, where mostTown Hall departments arerepresented by a person at adesk, and the ‘Help Desk’ ison hand to provide languageassistance to those who needit.
Tel: 96 579 0500 Xtn. [email protected]
New Council Offices werecreated as part of the el Clotparking scheme, but remainunoccupied. The Council islooking for a buyer and tenantto recoup costs and coverupkeep, having decided tostay in the existing andscattered locations (that isgood for town businesses).Town Planevery town is obliged to havea “Strategic Plan” whichstates what can - and cannot -happen in different zones. It isnormally revised at 10-yearlyintervals, but the content isbitterly controversial, and itspreparation and approval canoften take 6 or 7 years.Jávea’s new Plan is overdue.TrainsConnection to Spain’snational rail network is viaValencia, with Gandia beingthe closest station. Mosttravellers from Jávea join thetrain at its first stop, Xeraco,which is close to the AP-7motorway exit, and has amplefree parking.
There is often talk ofreopening the former linkfrom Gandia to Denia thatwas closed in a ‘beeching’exercise, but the project hasnever received centralgovernment funding.
There is a high-speedAVe connection fromValencia to Madrid (93minutes) and a connecting busfrom Jávea and Denia.FGV
The Valencia Governmentprovides a coastal trainservice between Alicante andDenia, but Gata de Gorgos (a7Km drive away) is theclosest it comes to Jávea.
Tel: 900 720 472www.fgvalicante.com
TraspasoThe granting - for a price tocover equipment andgoodwill - charged for the use
of a restaurant or bar. It canbe requested by the propertyowner or the previous tenant.Tyre Replacement/Repair
Euro Tyre(rear of Repsol gas station)Avda. del Pla, 86Tel: 902 909 375Mob: 655 998 482
eMail: [email protected]
UK Magazine ServiceBy asking UK magazinepublishers to send yourmagazine to our UK address (butyour name) you only pay a UKsubscription rate, plus €1 a copyto our driver when he delivers toyour address
Tel: 96 646 2848Mob: 669 386 702
Order through our website:http://bit.ly/zuxPD4
U3AThe main purpose of the U3Ais to encourage lifelonglearning and friendship forthose no longer in full timeemployment, by providingeducational, Recreational andLeisure Activities for itsmembers.
A useful point on initialcontact is President, PeterAllin.
president@u3ajávea.orgMonthly meetings are
held at the Parador, but not inJuly or August.
http://www.u3ajávea.org
UpholstererRushworthsTel: 96 575 6483
UrbanisationsWhether you live in a groupof houses, or an apartmentblock, you are governed byrules, which must be obeyed.The Law relating toHorizontal Property applies inthe absence of specific rules.VadoA ‘Vado’ is a plaque, issuedby the Council, for an Annualfee, so that any citizen canprotect the vehicle accessfrom the street to their homeor underground parking area.
A ‘Temporary Vado’ canbe obtained to ensure accessfor a removal van to parkoutside your property to loador unload. You need to obtaina Solicitud Ocupación viaPública con Grúas sobrecamión from the MunicipalPolice, and return thecompleted form to them,
accompanied by:a) NIF/Residencia of theapplicant,b) Street plan showing whereyou want the prohibition,c) Insurance Certificate of thevehicle (remover’s lorry)d) Certificate of Insurancecover for Civil Responsibilityof the chosen companye) ITV of the vehiclef) Length, breadth and heightof vehicleg) Vehicle’s loaded weight.
If you need a roll of redand white striped tape, it isavailable for around 4€ - asimilar price to the permit -from Cabo Casse hire shop, inC/. Liverpool, opposite theMoli blanc.
The HeLP desk at theCLOT offices, say that driverswho need to load or unload inthe Town, should obtain acard to do so from theMunicipal Police Station atthe Plaza Xonstutución.Valor CatastralThis equates with ‘RateableValue’ in the UK. It forms thebasis for Jávea Townhall tocalculate the IBI (CouncilTax).Verbal AgreementsThese are binding in Spain asthey are in most othercountries. Vets
(see Pets)
Votes and VotingThe first requirement to voteis joining the Padrón list ofresidents, for which the TownHall receives around 200€per person, per year. Once onthe Padrón, residents need toapply to join the CensoElectoral to vote in local andeuropean elections.
If you are interested inlooking at how the 2011election worked, look at
http://tinyurl.com/3tv322g
V.P.O’s.Special low-cost housing iscreated for low-incometenants.Vulnerable ElderlyThose living on their own areencouraged to ‘buddy up’with a nearby elderly person,both of whom phone eachother at an agreed time eachmorning. One rings the otherand lets it ring 3 or 4 times
before closing the call. Theother rings back, lets it ring 3or 4 times, and ends the call.both know the other is aliveand well. If the first or secondcall is not received - try again- and be prepared to phonewhoever has the key to thenon-responder’s property.Jávea Police will alwaysassist if contacted on 96 5790081.
Jávea Social Servicesdepartment, the Red Cross(Cruz Roja) and Amigoseuropeas AmbulanceServices, all provide specialtelephones with panic buttonson a necklace.WalkingCosta Blanca Mountain Walkers
www.cbmwalkers.orgCamino del Santiago
Start in Jávea Port and go onto Jesus Pobre, Vergel, Pegoetc. Ask Tourist Informationoffices for details.
There are also local walksorganised by the Town Hall.Details from the TouristInformation offices.WaterAmjasa Drinking(See AMJASA)Desalination PlantFor many years water in
Jávea had an unacceptablyhigh salt content. Wells werethen purchased in the JalónValley area as everyonewaited for surplus water fromthe River ebro to be broughtto the Costa blanca.
When the Socialists cameto power in Madrid theycancelled the ebro project,compensating contractors andagain left Jávea with theprospect of salty water.
Then Jávea councillorAna Vasbinder is creditedwith bringing Jávea’sDesalination plant to fruition.
Jávea’s new Governmentteam are discussing waterfrom the salination plantbeing made available to othertowns, to generate income forJávea.
Visitors can tour theDesalination plant on aWednesday. For pools
Water from AMJASA can beused to fill your swimmingpool, but the cost is quitehigh. businesses like Jaimeespasa will deliver cheaper
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water in a bowser.WeatherRain
Average rainfall (mm)Spain Jávea
Jan. 50 49Feb. 48 62March 55 51April 44 125May 47 109June 13 11July 8 7August 18 21Sept. 39 67Oct. 78 46Nov. 60 117Dec. 55 111
Temperature ºCSpain Jávea
Jan. 7 11Feb. 7 11March 11 14April 13 15May 16 18June 22 24July 24 25August 24 26Sept. 20 23Oct. 16 20Nov. 10 14Dec. 7 11
Sunshine (average hours)
JáveaJan. 6 hoursFeb. 6March 7April 8May 9June 10July 11August 9Sept. 8Oct. 7Nov. 6Dec. 5
Statisticshttp://tinyurl.com/3nhmzu8
Gota FriaJávea is prone, in the Autumn,to torrential downpourscaused by changes in waterand air temperatures. Somuch rain falls that boats aretorn from their moorings,roads washed-away anddrivers in their cars washedout to sea. Forecastswww.eltiempo.es/jávea.htmlhttp://news.bbc.co.uk/
weather/forecast/2432If you want to monitor Jáveaweather, UPDATED every 5Minutes:www.meteoxabia.com/ingles.htm
Websites of interestwww.ajxabia.orgwww.jáveamigos.comwww.xabiaaldia.eswww.jávea-online.comwww.xabia.org
Wedding PlannerMuch of Clive Read’s liferevolves around Sue Coleyand her team at
www.jávea-organisers.comSo many things CAN gowrong, but with Sue at thehelm, they will never affectthe bride’s special day.
Weight WatchersC/. Arquitecto Urteaga 12Wednesday 10am and 3pm and 7pm.Susana b. Verdu TorrensTel: 699 942 489www.weightwatchers.es
WillsIn the UK you can write yourown ‘Last Will andTestament’, have it signed by2 witnesses, and it will governwhat happens to your assetswhen you die.
Spain is totally different.Only a Notary can create thepublic documents thatcontains your final wishes,retaining the original in hisarchives and sendingnotification to the Registry ofWills in Madrid.
Abogados (lawyers) canadvise on the wording wherethere are complications likeprevious marriages orillegitimate children, but youwill have to pay the Notaryfee, whether you have anAbogado or not.
If your situation is notcomplicated - just spouse, car,house and legitimate children- the Notary can provide youwith a template you completeas and where appropriate, sothat all issues are included.
The Original Notary'sOffice is in Historia Chabas,Nº 6 (I think). If you were totravel from the PORT towardsthe town, passing the Ctra.Cabo La Nao, on your left,and on to one-way traffic, atthe junction where USeD TObe SOMe TRAFFICLIGHTS, (with ComptersXabia on your bottom left,and Amparo the Pharmicisttop right, TURN LeFT andHistoria Chabas is the FIRSTlittle road on your RIGHT.Park anywhere you canfind!!!!
The NeW Willsupercedes and replaces anyprevious.
The ORIGINAL isretained by the Notary, whoprovides you with a copy.The Notaria is ObLIGATeDto notify the Archive of Willsin Madrid (Registro CivilCentral de Madrid - deTestamentos y ÚltimasVoluntades) of the name, andplace and date of birth ofeveryone for whom it holdsthe original.
When the Testator isdeceased, on production of acopy of the entry of Death (inDenia Court in the case ofJávea) application can bemade TO MADRID, statingthe reason you want a copy,and asking where the latestdocument is held.
On production of theauthorisation from Madrid,the Notaria will provide youwith a Certified Copy of theOriginal Document.
Spanish Law stipulatesthe inheritance rights of aspouse and children, butallows a brit to choose toleave their assets as they wish- even 100% to the cat ordog’s home - but familyalways have the right tocontest the intentions of theTestator.Window Cleaning
Marcos and CheloTel: 685 613 [email protected]
WorkNon-Spaniards - andespecially those who are notfluent Spanish speakers - willfind it VeRY hard to getemployment. employers paya punitive tax for employingstaff, so there is a huge‘black’ labour market wherethe government receivesnothing in respect of IncomeTax or Social Security, andthe employee has no rights,health cover or pension tolook forward to.
Autonomo - selfemployed - is one option, butskills that were amplyrewarded in the UK (PA tothe MD) are worthless inJávea, where villa-cleaning isall you might be offered. Thisis a huge generality, butDON’T listen to people whowill promise you work if yourelocate to Jávea - the chancesare 99.9% against.
XabiActualThis is the title of a TVprogramme, presented eachmonth in english and Spanishby a team of volunteers andreceivable on ‘Swiss Cable’ -Channel 25 and rotates withother local information on acontinuous loop. For avariety of reasons, it is “offair” at present but isexpected back quite soon.
If you see the‘XabiActual’ picture, but hear‘Channel 5 Live’ sound, pushthe OPT button on the remotecontrol for your ‘Swiss’ or‘Key’ digibox, then the right-hand arrow >, and OK to lockyour choice into the digibox.
If you (or a friend) hasinternet, but no access to‘Swiss Cable’ but would liketo see the programme eachmonth an eMail [email protected]
and we will send the ‘link’ assoon as we receive it - eachmonth.Zanussi Engineer
Alfredo CalladoTel: 96 578 7635
902 116 388Know something wedon’t Know?Then PLEASE take the timeto write, phone or eMail andtell us what we’re missing, orwhat has changed and needsupdating for the next issue.
Welcome to ParadiseKickStartArquitecto Urteaga 8, baja03730 Jávea (Alicante)Tel: 96 646 2848 (Msg) eMail: [email protected]
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And Finally (well, almost)Very few foreigners get richin Jávea, but the quality oflife is hard to find elsewhere.WELCOME TOPARADISE!We’re always pleasedto MEAT you - at theBUTCHER’S BLOCKA family business serving
the local community.Neil and Helen never
compromise on quality.BBQ options for all budgets.
Open 9.30-4.30 Tue-Fri.Saturday 9.30-2pm
Closed Sunday and Monday
Tel: 96 579 2676100m north of Yorshire Linen
A Jávea property owner wholives in the UK most of the time,and doesn’t receive an IBIdemand (or any other letters) viathe postal service, said sheknows she can ‘pay’ online, butas she doesn’t know how muchto pay “Can I view my IBIonline?”
We asked Yvonne, whostaffs the Help Desk at the CLOTcitizen advice centre, who toldus:
There is no way, at themoment, that someone can seetheir IBI bill online, however, ifthey can send a scannedphotocopy of their passport (inorder for us to see that this isreally the interested party), NIEnumber and details of theproperty (address basically) [email protected] we can print acopy of the bill, scan it, attach itto an e-mail and forward it withpayment instructions.
Normally, if a bill is notreceived by post, it means one oftwo things: either a direct debithas been set up (in which casethe Town Hall does not send abill by post) or it has been sentby post and got lost on the way(usually because of wrong orconfusing addresses).
Anyone in this positionshould contact us and we willsend them a copy of the bill.
In Case of DoubtWhilst all reasonable care
has been taken in compilingthis information, no guaranteecan be given of its accuracy.
If errors (or omissions)are notified to us, they will becorrected in the next edition.
If your club is notincluded, tell us and we will
do our best to include it.If your company would
like to support this initiativeof Jávea evangelical Church,with an advertisement, it canbe included in response to a
donation to help defray [email protected]
Application has beenmade for a Déposito Legal tothe authorities in Alicante. To
find out more about us,there’s details and a map onpage 5, or you can look at
[email protected]© Clive Read 2012
We will remember themThere is no feeling so bad asasking someone for news oftheir loved-one, only to hearthat they recently passed intothe here-after. To make thisless likely, we give thanks forthe life of: Barrie Brown
We'll begin with a box, andthe plural is boxes,
but the plural of oxbecomes oxen, not oxes.
One fowl is a goose, buttwo are called geese,
Yet the plural of mooseshould never be meese.
You may find a lone mouseor a nest full of mice,
Yet the plural of house ishouses, not hice.
If the plural of man is alwayscalled men,
Why shouldn't the plural ofpan be called pen?
If I speak of my foot andshow you my feet,
And I give you a boot,would a pair be called beet?
If one is a tooth and awhole set are teeth,
Why shouldn't the plural ofbooth be called beeth?
Then one may be that, andthere would be those,
Yet hat in the plural wouldnever be hose,
And the plural of cat iscats, not cose.
We speak of a brother andalso of brethren,
but though we say mother,we never say methren.
Then the masculinepronouns are he, his and him,
but imagine the feminine:she, shis and shim!
Let's face it - English is acrazy language.
There is no egg in eggplantnor ham in hamburger;
Neither apple nor pine inpineapple.
english muffins weren'tinvented in england.
We take English forgranted, but if we exploreits paradoxes,
We find that quicksand canwork slowly, boxing rings aresquare,
And a guinea pig is neitherfrom Guinea nor is it a pig.
And why is it that writerswrite, but fingers don't fing,
Grocers don't groce andhammers don't ham?
Doesn't it seem crazy that youcan make amends but not oneamend?
If you have a bunch ofodds and ends and get rid ofall but one of them, what doyou call it?If teachers taught, why didn'tpreachers praught?
If a vegetarian eatsvegetables, what does ahumanitarian eat?Sometimes I think all thefolks who grew up speakingenglish should be committedto an asylum for the verballyinsane.
In what other language dopeople recite at a play andplay at a recital?We ship by truck but sendcargo by ship...
We have noses that run andfeet that smell.
We park in a driveway anddrive in a parkway.
And how can a slim chanceand a fat chance be the same,
While a wise man and awise guy are opposites?You have to marvel at theunique lunacy of a language,in which your house can burnup as it burns down,
In which you fill in a formby filling it out, and in whichan alarm goes off by goingon?
Help and Adviceon Facebook
each week, it seems there arefresh Facebook groups aimedat meeting the needs of thoseliving in Jávea and surroun-ding villages, whether it be tobuy and sell, rent, connect orpraise and shame.
Sadly, the etiquette andtable manners of some guestsleaves a lot to be desired (andI am no snob) with gratuitousinsults being hurled anddamage done to businessreputations - eitherintentionally - or without anythought of consequences.
Following in the footstepsof the britsInSpain2003group at Yahoo, a newFacebook source of help andinformation has beenlaunched: jáveaselfhelpline
Perhaps we will meet there- I certainly hope so?
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Let’s explain: English is simple!
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EXPLANATIONInformation in this publication has beengathered by Clive Read, who chose, with Ann- his wife - and their son Peter, to come andlive in Jávea in November 1985.
Any views expressed are based on the personalexperience of Clive Read and are NOT those ofJávea evangelical Church, Jávea Christian Centre orits congregation.
In compiling this edition of a Directory that Welcomes people toJávea, and answers some of the obvious questions, Clive has relied uponhis own experiences, and acknowledges the additions and suggestionsalready received. If he has missed something, please send details so thatcorrections and additions can be made in the next edition.
Corrections and additions will be incorporated if details are sent toKickStart, Arquitecto Urteaga, 8 - 03730 JAVEA eMail: [email protected] Tel: 96 646 2848
AMJASA SILENCE Welcome to Paradisereminds you that
andTHANK YOUfor your supportduring 2012.
12 noon FRIDAY 21stDECEMBER
(opposite HotelMiramar)
Jávea International Baptist ChurchPastor John Hansford - Tel. 96 579 5847The Church Centre, Carrer Favara 8(Just off Plaza de la Constitución - in Old Town)Friday Dec. 21st, 12noon. Carol singing (see above)Sunday Dec.23rd. 10.30am Carol ServiceTuesday Dec. 25th Cristmas Day ServiceAnglican Chaplaincy Father Marcus Ronchetti - Tel: 96 577 1792Ermita del Popul, Carretera Jesus PobreWednesday 19th Dec. 4pm Carol ServiceMonday 24th Dec. 11.30pm Christmas Eve ServiceTuesday 25th Dec. 9.45am Christmas Day Service
Jávea Evangelical ChurchPastor Clive Read - Tel: 669 386 702C/. Arquitecto Urteaga 28 (Rear of Property Registry)Wednesday 19th, 5pm, Carols at ‘Bon Retir’Thursday 20th. 7pm Candelit Carols + SupperSunday 23rd. 11am. Carol ServiceTuesday 25th. 11am Christmas Morning Service
Jalon Valley FellowshipPastor Barbara Chadwick - Tel: 96 648 1108Sunday 23rd. 11am. Carol Service
‘Carols around the Fire + Mince Pies and Sherry’‘Mas La Pau’, Lliber (Phone for directions)
JÁVEA’S - ‘CHURCHES TOGETHER’INVITE YOU TO JOIN THEM
CELEBRATING A TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS
and wish you PEACE, LOVE, JOYand HAPPINESS this Christmasand throughout the coming year
Despite repeated intervention by Deputy Mayor, OscarAnton, who has twice re-submitted copies of the letterAMJASA acknowledged receiving on 29th February,
2011, we have still not received any reply or explanationfrom AMJASA that we can give to our readers.
JÁVEA PORTEVERYONE
WELCOME TO JOINFESTIVE CAROL
SINGING
CELEBRATE THIS CHRISTMAS- SINGING CAROLS - AT A LOCAL CHURCH