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STORIES IN THIS WEEK’S EDITION Issue No. 1996
5 - 11 October 2023
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Anna Ellis THE arrival of October signalled the end of Nerja’s beach surveillance sea son. During this season, Nerja’s dedicated team of lifeguards and Civil Protection personnel kept a watchful eye, ensur ing the safety of beachgoers. What stands as a testament to their professionalism and expertise is the fact that they were involved in just one complicated rescue. In addition, they handled seven sim pler rescues, demonstrating their readiness and commitment to safe guarding our beach visitors. While the lifeguards were on duty, we were fortunate to see the green flag, indicating safe swimming condi tions, proudly flying for a significant 86 per cent of their watchful hours. The yellow flag, a symbol of caution, was raised 11 per cent of the time, while the red flag, representing haz ardous conditions, made an appear ance for 3 per cent of the time. In addition to their lifesaving ef
TORRE DEL MAR: Will transform into a hub of merriment.
LIFEGUARDS: Kept a watchful eye, ensuring the safety of beachgoers.
forts, the lifeguards offered various types of assistance. They often helped individuals who felt dizzy without losing consciousness. They recorded 36 cases in Burriana, 10 in Maro, three in Torrecilla, one in Chu cho Playazo, and nine on other beaches. There were also instances where people required assistance due to trau
ma, dislocation, injuries, or loss of con sciousness. Furthermore, the lifeguards extend ed their support to a total of 119 peo ple by providing access to the amphibi ous chair. This invaluable service allowed 78 individuals in Burriana and 41 in Torrecilla to enjoy the beach safe ly and comfortably.
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Revolutionising tourism PREPARE to embark on a journey like no other as VelezMalaga unveils its in novative CICERONE project, set to transform the way tourists explore the munici pality. With CICERONE, the screens at the tourist offices become your personal tour planners, tailoring routes and experiences to your preferences. David Segura, the council lor for New Technologies, shared the exciting news, stating, “CICERONE is now fully operational, offering an incredibly simple and in tuitive user experience. “Upon approaching the touch screen, you’ll discover two AIpowered menus that will assist you in organising your trip and optimising your stay in our beautiful
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BYE BYE BEACH SEASON Beer Festival
CICERONE PROJECT: A groundbreaking initiative.
municipality.” This cuttingedge system empowers you to customise your adventure to your heart’s content. Choose from ‘recom mended routes’, where the software offers a curated selection of predesigned itineraries, allowing you to explore VelezMalaga as a
family, a couple, with friends, or even focusing on culinary delights, accommo dation options, mustvisit attractions, and the dura tion of your stay. Imagine arriving at the tourist office and, with a few taps on the screen, cre ating a tailormade experi ence that aligns perfectly
with your interests and de sires. Whether you’re seeking a romantic getaway, a family friendly outing, or an adven ture with friends, CICERONE is your key to unlocking the very best VelezMalaga has to offer. This groundbreaking ini tiative not only enhances your visit but also reflects VelezMalaga’s commit ment to harnessing technol ogy to elevate the tourist experience.
GET ready for a weekend filled with music, a lively at mosphere, a mouthwater ing gastronomy, and capti vating decorations as Torre del Mar transforms into a hub of merriment on Octo ber 7 and 8. The Torre del Mar Beer Festival, a unique take on the iconic Oktoberfest, is set to grace Avenida Tore Tore once again. This annual extravagan za draws in not only locals but also visitors, uniting them over a shared love for food, music, and an un beatable ambience. Mayor Jesus Perez Aten cia couldn’t hide his excite ment, stating, “It’s one of the most anticipated events of the autumn in Torre del Mar, firmly estab lishing itself as the highlight of October’s event calen dar.”
Expect an array of de lights at every corner. Immerse yourself in the tunes of live music, capti vating dances, and spectac ular shows that cater to au diences of all ages. With tributes to leg endary artists like Amy Winehouse and Manuel Carrasco, the festival promises a feast for the ears. The mayor added: “This beer festival acts as a cata lyst for our local business es, breathing life into the Avenida Tore Tore area. “The enthusiastic partici pation of our local en trepreneurs demonstrates their commitment to this event, which significantly bolsters our economy. This initiative, along with others held throughout the year, effectively combats sea sonality.”