Category: Out of club events

Cordoba patios

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Cordoba patios 8th May 2019


When Cordobans celebrate the annual Courtyard Festival and Contest, the beautiful courtyards of their homes are open to the public. Many house owners in Cordoba’s traditional neighbourhoods join
the contest and open their doors. So everyone has the chance to get insights in architectural treasures that are typical for Cordoba – the so-called Patios. During the festival, people are welcome to enjoy courtyards of incomparable beauty, packed with trees and flowers, fountains and accessories.

The twitter of birds, ripple of water and the odour of flowers will make you forget the world for moments. Nothing reminds you of being in the heart of such a vibrant and busy city.
Many Patios are furnished because Cordobans love it to enjoy warm summer nights staying outside and chattering with their neighbours.
The Patio Festival is a tradition that began in 1918. During the Spanish civil war, it had been interrupted and became reintroduced in the 1950s. The festival is intended to make hidden treasures available to the public. Furthermore, it is to honour the residents’ efforts to retain these traditional places.
The festival is a tradition which is unique in the world. By the way, there is a saying the patios of Cordoba would be the most beautiful courtyards all across Spain. We believe this is true. So does Unesco, the United Nations’ cultural organization. Since 2012, the Cordoba Patios have been part of the world cultural heritage.
Pick up Times
Nerja Club 07:00
Nerja Bus Station 07:05
Rui Monica 07:10
Hotel Marinas 07:20
Torrox Bus Station 07:30
There will be a 30 minute stop for Breakfast we should arrive in Cordoba around 10:30.
We will Leave Cordoba at 17:00 and should be back in Nerja around 20:00
Members 20€ Visitors 25€

Ronda romantica

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May 25th 2019 Enjoy Ronda during its most romantic festival.

Ronda is as picturesque a town as you’ll find and there’s no better time to experience it than the beautiful festival of Ronda Romantica.
Steeped in the romance of its legendary daring antics, Ronda turns back the clock to look through an enchanted window at the early 19th century – an era of occupying soldiers and the patriots that
fought them, brave muscateers and elegant dandies, fierce bandoleros and their beautiful lovers.
Our visit, will provide time for you to wander the streets and parks perched high above the Guadalevín River in the steep mountains of the Serranía de Ronda, watch magnificent displays of horsemanship,
see re-enactments of historic stories, or just relax and enjoy the passing parade of costumed Serranos from Ronda and the surrounding towns.
Tip: In past years the artisanal market has had a wealth of quality goods from textiles, leather-goods and jewellery to cakes, cheeses and smallgoods to rival any bandolero’s haul, so if you’ve a bent for shopping don’t forget to bring money and perhaps an extra bag for your booty. While there is plenty of room in the bus to stow your goodies for the return trip, we regret that you will have to carry them with you throughout the day.
Please note also that the official programme is subject to last minute changes so event descriptions are indicative only.
BOOKINGS
Bookings can be made in the clubrooms:
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays between 11am and 1.30pm.
Please note, bookings can only be made with full payment.
If you wish you can pay by bank transfer, email us at
cidnerjabookings@outlook.com or for more information email us at

COST
Members: €12
Visitors: €17

TRANSPORT/TRAVEL DETAILS
Coach transport to Ronda and return.

MEETING/PICK-UP PLACE(S)
Departure times:
08.45 hrs Hotel Riu Monica
08.50 hrs Nerja Bus Station – taxi rank side
09.00 hrs Hotel Club de Nerja
09.05 hrs Hotel Marinas de Nerja, Punta Lara side
09.20 hrs Torrox Costa Bus stop
11.30 hrs Estimated arrival in Ronda
Return Journey:
17.30 hrs Depart from Ronda
Approximate return time to Nerja 19.30
All times quoted are approximate.
We reserve the right to alter the schedule and itinerary as local circumstances dictate.

Monthly Visits to Gibraltar

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Monthly Visits to Gibraltar
Gibraltar offers heritage, history, shopping, and dining.
Visible from a distance of more than 100 miles, the Rock of Gibraltar has attracted visitors and conquerors since the dawn of time, impressed by its strategic location between two continents and at the junction of the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, its imposing appearance and, of course, its subtropical climate.

Today Gibraltar is an important tourist destination to tour, visit caves and tunnels, see Barbary Apes roaming freely on the Upper Rock, or join a dolphin watching trip.

Our trip arrives at the border of Gibraltar at approximately 10.30 am. We park at Morrisons Superstore making this a popular shopping trip. In the afternoon we depart at 16.00 pm for the return to Nerja.

If you’re planning to tour there’s time for a good look around. If you’re there for the shopping, there’s plenty of room to stow your purchases in the hold of the bus – but remember you will have to carry them home with you from your drop off point that night.

On Leaving Gibraltar you will be required to get off the coach and walk through customs with all your goods and belongings; nothing must be left on the coach. If necessary it can be useful to take a trolley or suitcase if you plan to do a lot of shopping

NB: YOU MUST BRING YOUR PASSPORT WITH YOU TO ENTER GIBRALTAR

BOOKINGS
Bookings can be made in the clubrooms:
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays between 11am and 1.15pm.
Please note, bookings can only be made with full payment.

If you wish you can pay by bank transfer, or use a money transfer company like Moneywise email us at
cidnerjabookings@outlook.com for more information.

COST
Members: €14
Visitors: €17

TRANSPORT/TRAVEL DETAILS
Coach transport to Gibraltar and return.

MEETING/PICKUP PLACE(S)
Coach departures and times:
Riu Monica 7.00
Nerja Bus Station: 7.10
Club de Nerja : 7.20
Hotel Marinas : 7.25
Torrox Bus Station 7.30

Comfort stop en route
10.45 hrs Estimated arrival in Gibraltar

Return Journey:
16.00 hrs Departure from GIbraltar
19.00 hrs Approximately – Hotel Riu Monica
There will be a short comfort stop on the way home

NOTE NEW OPENING HOURS

Club Internacional De Nerja
Calle San Juan 42. Nerja 29780.

Social and Cultural Association No 1612
Telephone during opening hours 00 34 952521 858
Opening hours Mon from 19.30 hrs
Tues, Thurs and Sat 11.00 to 14.00 hrs

Open Some Thursday Evenings check for details
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Little Madrid

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January 30th 2019
We leave Nerja to discover the route of the wine and raisins. Starting at the Village of Macharaviaya known once as the ‘Little Madrid’ because of its econmical importance, we will visit the museum to find out the connection to the American War of Independence and other historical moments. We then drive to Moclinejo to see its colourful mosaic art gallery and a stop for wine and tapas. Then head down the mountain road to the village of El Borge famous for its raisins and the dangerous Bandolero El Bizco del Borge.
Does include walking need to be able bodied
Macharaviaya, Moclinejo and El Borge.
Cost: (to include wine and tapas)
Members: €20
Visitors: €26
Pick up times:
Hotel Riu Monica 8.15
Nerja Bus Station 8.25
Hotel Nerja Club 8.35
Hotel Marinas 8.40
Torrox Bus Station 9.00
We anticipate arriving back into Nerja by 18.00 hours

Granada walking tour with Carmen

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Monday 4th February

We leave Nerja by 8.30 am to arrive at San Cristobal Mirador for 10.00 We will start our walk along the Albaicin Quater which is a UNESCO World Heritage. On the way we will take in Plaza Larga and The Old City Walls and continue to San Nicholas viewpoint –this is the best one for seeing the Alhambra and Sierra Nevada from a distance. Crossing the Albaicin with its narrow winding streets we pass through Plaza Nueva and the City Centre, Cathedral and onto Bibrambla Square. Here we will have free time for refreshments or look at the Arab Market Alcaiceria. At 15.45 we will make our way to the Neptuno Mall where we will meet our bus. We will depart at 16.15and anticipate being back in Nerja at approximately 17.30.

Bus departure times:

08.00 Riu Monica

08.10 Nerja Bus Station

08.20 Nerja Club Hotel

08.25 Hotel Marinas

08.30 Torrox Bus Station

COST: Members €20

Visitors €26

Granada Return Bus Only

Monday 4th February

A chance to experience the prime shops in Granada City Centre. The Coach will drop us off at the Neptuno Shopping Mall (coaches can no longer go right into the City) where we can take a short walk towards the Albacin and the main shopping area where El Corte Ingles is situated.

Bus departure times:

08.00 Riu Monica

08.10 Nerja Bus Station

08.20 Nerja Club Hotel

08.25 Hotel Marinas

08.30 Torrox Bus Station

Sierra Nevada Ski Resort Day Trip

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ski resort pdfWednesday 23rd January 2019

Experience Sierra Nevada – Spain’s highest ski station and Europe’s most southern,

With its high elevation the amazing Sierra Nevada ski station also boasts the longest ski season and offers skiing just 100 miles from the Costa Tropical though we doubt there’ll be swimming weather the day of our trip.

We’re all about the snow so we’ll be heading directly to the ski resort village, Pradollano, once we leave Nerja. The village stretches up a hill, starting at about 2,100 m above sea level, and is home to a large number of shops including boutiques for ski and apres-ski wear, sales and rental of ski equipment, souvenir shops and a small supermarket. Plus of course a variety of restaurants, cafés and bars to enjoy a warming cup, tapas or meal.

The ski resort summit is at just below 3,400m and about halfway up (at 2,675 m) is the mid-station, Borreguiles, which is served by two cable cars that run from the bottom of the village.

We do recommend taking the gondola up to the mid-station where you’ll find a few typical ski-slope cafés and restaurants and a great area (weather permitting) to sit at tables in the snow and watch the skiers come and go.

If you do want to take a run or two yourself please remember to allow time for ski hire and return if needed, and plan appropriately for the weather and the return trip.

BOOKINGS
Bookings can be made in the clubrooms:
Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays between 11am and 1.30pm.
Please note, bookings can only be made with full payment.

If you wish you can pay by bank transfer, email us at
cidnerjabookings@outlook.com

or for more information email us at
clubinternacionaldenerja@outlook.com.

COST:
Members: €15
Visitors: €18

Please note Gondola prices at the ski resort:
Adult €17.50 TBC
Senior 60-69 €9.70 TBC

Proof of age required

MEETING/PICKUP PLACE(S)
Departure
08.30 hrs Torrox Costa Bus Station
08.45 hrs Hotel Marinas
08.55hrs Hotel Riu Monica
09.05hrs Nerja Bus Station
09.15hrs Hotel Nerja Club
11.00hrs arrive Pradollano, Sierra Nevada

Return
16.30hrs Depart Sierra Nevada
18.15hrs Hotel Nerja Club, Calle Sierramar, 2 (cnr Avenida Pescia)
18.20hrs Nerja busstop, Avenida Pescia,
18.30hrs Hotel Riu Monica, next to the hotel in Avenida Mediterraneo, Playa Torrecilla
18.40hrs Hotel Marinas de Nerja, Calle Rio Seco
18.50hrs Torrox Costa

All times quoted are approximate.
We reserve the right to alter the schedule and itinerary as local circumstances dictate.