As an anxious newcomer to any place, it is always good to discover new things about daily living, and “Marbella Scout” is a nice resource to find out more about the city. The website through various sections dedicated to estate agents, property, restaurants, hotels, etc. disseminates information that ease your living and working in Marbella.

Several contributors and authors, who have been living in Marbella since quite a long, share their experience and knowledge by writing for the site, while the “Marbella News” and “PR & Articles” sections bring details on a range of Marbella-oriented topics, from latest updates to living and doing business in this coastal city.

Well-settled business persons share their wealth of knowledge and years of experience in business on the Costa del Sol with opinionative articles about what is going on in Marbella and how to successfully settle in and set up a business in Costa del Sol.

You will also get to read the experience of many expat residents though interviews published in the blog on a regular basis. These people made some time ago the decision to move to Marbella. As visitor or expected resident to Marbella, one can learn the do’s and don’ts when moving to the coast.

Readers of the site are also invited to participate in online discussions and ask questions to the authors that will be answered swiftly. Besides, “Marbella Scout” also provides information on various other online resources by directing to some selective websites that are popular and offer valuable information on Costa del Sol.

Owned and operated by Smart Media Blue S.L., an online marketing consulting firm in Spain, “Marbella Scout” aims to become an authoritative source of information, for anyone considering moving to Spain and will promote Marbella on the Costa del Sol.

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Chiropractic is the most natural and drug-free health care system which emphasizes on the nervous system of the body in order to optimize the physical and emotional power. This course is aimed at young people between 15 and 35 years old and has extended the training actions developed by the City Council with the aim of improving the working out of citizens.

It consists of an intensive four-month training course (both theory and practical), in shifts of 4 hours, 1 day a week, with the aim to train students to perform a massage with vital bodily perfection, which is usually performed in spas and beauty centres.

In the course curriculum, there is theoretical part comprising histology (study of tissues), osteology (description of the bones), Arthrology (description joints) and Myology (study of muscles). In addition, Chiropractic study also includes practical and educational description of magnetic passes, percussion, friction or combed, venous emptying, kneading, friction, bearings and vibration among others.

The course, valued at 849 Euros, will cost only 360 Euros in total but can be paid as monthly instalments of 90 euros. Classes will be conducted on Fridays from April 9, morning and afternoon in the south of Marbella School (located on the Avenue Ricardo Soriano, 28, local 1, first floor) and the Centro Cultural de San Pedro (located in the Avenida de la Constitución, Pasaje de la Libertad).

To register or to receive all related information, you may contact the Youth area of Marbella (tel. 952 76 11 89/90) and San Pedro Alcántara (telephone 952 78 06 63).

What is Chiropractic?

It is the largest health care discipline and profession after medicine and dentistry. The basic idea of this non-scientific treatment method is based on mechanical disorder of musculoskeletal system which affects the nervous system and hence the reason of many ailments. Despite enormous breakthrough in science and medicine, this has been now widely practiced as a complementary or alternative medicine.

The main theory of chiropractic treatment talks about eliminating the abnormality of the spine, as spinal cord is the source of nerve supply, and brain may affect any part of the body with any kind of subluxation. This method of treatment is generally used as spinal disorders, headaches, neck problem, joint pains or arthritis, etc.

Although there is no such scientific evidence of the effectiveness of this drug-free health care system, personal testimonials of people give positive opinion about this kind of natural treatment. In recent time, chiropractic has gained greater acceptance from the society, medical physicians and has been included in the health plans of many national governments throughout the world.

COLEGA which constitute an autonomous and independent body is a part of the Spanish Confederation of Associations of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender. Asociaciones LGBT of Malaga was founded in 1995 with the name Colectivo de Lesbianas y Gays “CO.LE.GA”.

Compared to some other countries and conservative societies, homosexuality or the LGBT scene is well acceptable in Spain with no such discrimination in the present time. The COLEGA association is, in fact, a means of participation and social transformation in relation to sexual diversity.

Activities

The Association has its offices in Malaga, Torremolinos and Marbella offering space to people to share their experience, learn and take part in several socio-development programmes.

COLLEAGUE engages in various activities in educational, cultural and leisure activities, not only in cosmopolitan cities but also within small towns. They are a good opportunity to learn, have fun and meet other people.

Information Service

* It is a free service offering anonymous and confidential information in collaboration with the Delegation of Youth of Marbella Town Hall.

* It is designed to inform and advise on sexual orientation, gender identity, sexual health, HIV prevention, homophobia, discrimination, etc.

* It is aimed at gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people and their parents and relatives and generally to anyone interested.

* The service has specialized staff for the various consultations and offer free counselling by appointment.

* Offers Legal Advice for marriage between same sex couples, adoption, filing complaints, etc.

Besides, it also conducts education programmes to promote values of respect for human rights and respect for diversity as a value of coexistence. Moreover, it promotes reflection on attitudes and behaviours that hinder the integration and personal development of many pupils because of their sexual orientation or lack of adjustment to gender expectations.

Contact information

Tel. 902 11 89 82
Web: www.colegamalaga.es/marbella.htm
e-mail: marbella@colegaweb.org

Location: Casa de la Juventud de San Pedro, Avenida Fuente Nueva (attached to the Sports Pavilion)
Hours: Monday from 10:00 to 14:00 and 17:00 to 20:30

Organised through the municipal delegation of Culture and Higher Education, this activity is targeted to all interested in acquiring new skills, fun and artistic knowledge. It is also mentioned that families with children from 3 years old (children under 7 years must be accompanied by an adult).

Professional artist Ana Ortiz Alonso, who holds a Fine Arts Degree specializing in sculpture from the University of Granada in 2002 will taught the basics of various art forms. Today his works spans several branches of art, including painting, drawing, pottery, art and prints, besides his interest in various artistic techniques like chalcographic techniques.

All participants will perform their own works and may take them home. The workshop also supports and promotes works using acetate and methacrylate through the technique of drypoint.

Key information

To facilitate the management of this project, interested persons must complete an application form and pay a fee of 8 € per person. This should be addressed to the headquarters of the Museum of Contemporary Spanish Engravings until Friday March 19 at 14.00.

For more information please contact in the telephone number: 952 76 57 41 or e-mail at mjmontanes@mgec.es

This is an excellent day out for both business people and families, with around 40 local businesses offering special offers, things to buy and information on great products and services. If you are a business, it will be a good networking opportunity and a great way to meet people living and working near you.

Organiser Marleen Gosselin is looking forward to welcoming you to the event. “This event will be great fun for homeowners looking for a special offer on products and services, business people looking to network and families wanting to get out of the house and meet new people. We hope to see an excellent turn-out in the second year for this free and fun event to support our local businesses.”

Key Information

Date: March 27-28, 2010

Time: 11.00-18.00 on Saturday 27th and from 11.00-15.00 on Sunday 28th March

Venue: Las Postas Commercial Centre (opposite El Zoco), Calahonda

Contact: If you need any further information contact the organiser Marleen Gosselin stefilandsl@yahoo.es

With the aim of bringing together the international business sector about an integration project in cooperation with the Center Tourist Initiative (ILC) in Marbella, the project seeks to expand the growth prospective of the town and its surroundings.

Explaining the prospective of such new initiatives, Councillor for Tourism, Jose Luis Hernandez stressed on the significance of local and international business incorporation by involving both foreign business community and residents of the town.

Recalling the fact of 137 nationalities living in Marbella, he emphasized on a joint action that has certainly the potential to achieve maximum integration and then the overall growth of Spanish business. “This must be integrated to become a rich resource, not an element of division,” he further added.

It is also outlined that the initiative will comprise representatives and business groups on various domestic and international organisations which include the British Chambers of Commerce, German-American Club, Dutch Business Club, in addition to individual entrepreneurs.

The “Think Tank Advisory Group” has already become operational and the first appointment will take place on April 14 at the Trade Fair and Congress (Palacio de Ferias y Congresos) with the convening of the First Annual International Business Association of Marbella.

The advisory group also works on other actions and activities to achieve its objectives. Among them are the proposal to hold a trade show for Spanish and foreign entrepreneurs with an aim to look for companies with a complementary profile to develop joint business projects.

Besides, it is also expected to initiate networking and socialising activities during the golf tournaments with cooperation from various clubs in Marbella, which will allow the City Council to have a permanent and direct business contact. Moreover, specialised language classes, which are highly demanded by foreign businessmen, and an advisory service on public grants and applicable to businesses are also in the card to be espoused in the initial phase.

Popularly known as the “The Stray Cats Spanish”, the band began in the mid of eighties in the charged up Madrid nightlife. As the name suggests, they somehow follows their idol, the original Stray Cats. But it’s only in the mid 90’s that the band truly came into notice with a number of hits.

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