Bodegas Castaño is located in Yecla, a small town in the north of the province of Murcia. The Castaño family has always been considered a pioneer in the area, experimenting with the grape variety Monastrell to both create straight wines and blend it with other varieties, introducing the latest technology, not only in the vineyard […]
Speaker: Rosalind Miranda Not surprisingly, this talk was inspired by the recent heist of the crown jewels from the Louvre last year. When I started looking into it, I learned that the FBI estimates that $4 to $6 billion worth of art is stolen each year! I will go into why this happens, & some of the […]
Having enjoyed an excellent meal at The Olive Tree Restaurant last December, we have booked the same restaurant again for our summer meal on Thursday, 2nd July at lunchtime. This will be the final event before the summer break. Menu and full details of how to book were sent to all group members on Sunday, […]
Get Ready for the Adventure of a Lifetime! Sailing 5 September 2026 on MSC Magnifica.7 Nights of Pure Scandinavian Magic Trip Leaders: Carole and Paul Clark Our unforgettable holiday begins in Alicante, where we fly to the stylish and vibrant city of Copenhagen to embark on an incredible 7-night Scandinavian voyage aboard the magnificent MSC Magnifica. Arrival in Copenhagen […]
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Speaker: Angela Chantry Desert Queen: The Extraordinary Life of Gertrude Bell, Adventurer, Adviser to Kings & Ally of Lawrence of Arabia Turning away from privileged Victorian Britain, Gertrude Bell explored and mapped the world of the Arabs, winning the trust of Arab sheikhs and chieftains along the way. When the First World War erupted and […]
Trip Leaders: Carole and Paul Clark 21 – 27 September 2026 I’m delighted to offer you the chance to Join us for a memorable journey through northern Spain and southern France, where history, spirituality, and breathtaking landscapes come together in a truly enriching experience. Travel through the dramatic scenery of the Pyrenees, explore charming French towns, […]
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A Spectacular Night Out with Moraira U3A BUSY BEING FABULOUS !! At the BENIDORM PALACE Moraira U3A is delighted to invite you to a special evening of entertainment, great music, good food and excellent company. Join us for a Dinner Show Spectacular at the renowned Benidorm Palace, featuring the outstanding tribute band Talon Sunday, 11th October […]
Speaker: Mike Granville On 23 February 1981 a group of armed civil guards led by Antonio Tejero entered the Congress of Deputies to seize control of the government. Franco had died in 1975. What had happened since then to provoke a coup? What were the plotters aims? Why did the coup fail? What would have […]
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Speaker: Keith Smith Today Denia is a thriving tourist destination on the Costa Blanca. Despite the growth of air traffic it retains an important link from mainland Spain to the Balearic Islands. But there was a time when Denia was more important than that. It was one of the strongest cities in the whole of […]
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Celebrity Millennium – Departing 26 February 2027 Returning 17 March 2027 Hosted by Coral Guise-Smith – Trip LeaderWith Ray Guise-Smith – “The Sweeper” This trip is offered by CruiseKings in the UK who are bonded by ABTA which generally only covers UK residents in the event of supplier failure. Personal Travel Insurance generally doesn’t cover […]
