Two weeks ago, on Monday 30th July there was an extremely controversial article printed about Benidorm in The Sun newspaper under the heading "Benidoom! Once a fave with with Brits, now on it´s knees". I was very vocal in defense as it was totally inaccurate, giving a very misleading impression of the resort. When someone writes something they should research throughly and make sure all the facts are correct.
Everything is ready for tonight, Saturday 11th August... the Castell de l´Olla - one of the most famous firework displays in the province. It is an anual event which takes place to mark the end of the San Lorenzo fiesta and people come not only from neighboring towns, but from across the whole of Spain to watch this incredible event. Nearby restaurants have been booked up for months...
Next Sunday, 19th August the Union Jack Golf Society will be hosting their 3rd anual fundraising golf tournament in aid of Emaus - an organisation which run 5 children´s homes along the Costa Blanca.The event is being organised by Dave, Secretary of The Union Jack Golf Society based at the Union Jack Bar in Benidorm, which is located in the Rincon de Loix next to the Dynastic hotel.
Controversy continues around two towers blocks, known as Gemelos 28 which were built at Punta Llisera, a few metres from the Levante beachfront in Benidorm. The Supreme Court has withdrawn the authorization that was granted for the construction of the two 21 story tower blocks even though they are finished and the fact that over 100 of the 168 luxury homes are already sold.
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Last Monday, the Sun newspaper and I use the term very loosely, printed an article entitled "Benidoom! Once a fave with the Brits, now it´s on it´s knees".There was a terrible backlash, especially from people living and working here in Benidorm pointing out the inaccuracies in the piece and the wrong photographs which were used.
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According to El Pais, a national Spanish newspaper, under today´s "Culture" section is a piece about the radical contrasts of entertainment on offer in Benidorm.Walk around the Rincon de Loix area and virtually every bar and club has a board outside listing the various entertainers and tribute acts on with the times. Entry to these places is free - all they hope is that once you are in you will stay for the night and purchase drinks.
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After years of tradition, whereby couples would leave padlocks to symbolise their never ending love for each other, the newly appointed Deputy Mayor of Benidorm Gema Amor has ordered their removal!Miss Amor´s responsibilities also cover Tourism and Town Planning, which is where the padlocks come into play.
In case you are wondering, "Vox Pop" is a term often referred to in the broadcasting and media world and means popular opinion as represented by informal comments from members of the public.Following Monday´s article in The Sun entitled "Benidoom" there has been a huge backlash from both residents and holiday makers in the resort.
After almost a year with no overall political control at Benidorm Town Hall - the PP have 11 seats, PSOE 11 seats and Liberals 3 therefore holding the balance of power, the vacum is no more.Gema Amor, leader of the CDL Liberals yesterday signed a pact with the Socialist Mayor Agustin Navarro which allows the Socialists to stay in power until 2015 and gives her the position as Deputy Mayor
In today´s copy of "The Sun" there is a very sensational headline "Benidoom! Once a fave with Brits, now it´s on it´s knees" written by Graeme Culliford - this story is beyond inaccurate and I wish to point out the false and misleading impression it has cast over the resort.Yes Spain is suffering in the economic crisis, much like the rest of Europe.
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Under new rules which came into effect on 10th July 2012, EU citizens applying for residency in Spain may be required to produce evidence of sufficient financial means to support themselves (and dependants). This new residency requirement is for those planning on living in Spain for more than 3 months and applies to all EU citizens - including Brits.
Every year tens of thousands descend on the tiny town of Bunol for the anual tomato fight.. yes as in red and normally eaten in a salad or on pan catalan. Pan Catalan will be found in any Spanish Tapas bar or restaurant - its simple yet really delicious: lightly toasted bread on which you rub fresh garlic, drizzle on some olive oil then spread the tomato - yum!
The unemployment rate in Spain has soared in the second quarter to a record 24.6% - to date the maximum was 24.5% which was reached in the first quarter of 1994. The official number of unemployed people increased by 53,000 to 5,693,100 - but as everyone knows, in reality tis figure is much higher due to those that work for black money and do not register on the social security system.
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The president of the Business Association of Hotels Benidorm and the Costa Blanca (HOSBEC) Antonio Mayor, has asked the Government to "reconsider the proposed VAT increases for theme parks, nightclubs and golf as tourism products".
