Archive for the ‘Business’ Category

Moneycorp and Solbank

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

Returning money back to the UK Moneycorp announce a new collaboration with Sol Bank which can save expats, who are selling their properties and moving back to the UK, thousands of Euros.

When selling your property and using Moneycorp, in conjunction with Sol Bank, to move your money back to the UK, you can benefit from favourable foreign exchange rates, reduced bank fees and a range of services not offered by your bank. Returning money back to the UK is not complicated but you should bear in mind that:

• Exchange rates are constantly fluctuating – so knowing when to trade is crucial.

• In Spain, banks can charge up to 1% of the value of your transfer.

• Legal issues, which differ from country to country, can be confusing and costly.

• People often repatriate funds to the UK, believing they will make a profit, only to lose money unexpectedly on the exchange rate and fees charged by banks.

Our repatriation service addresses these issues Making international transfers with Moneycorp is faster, more cost-effective and more convenient than using your bank.

Our experts will monitor the currency markets on your behalf – achieving the best possible rates of exchange. You will benefit from free guidance on the currency markets, 0% commission and drastically reduce Spanish bank fees.

When returning €200,000 back to the UK the saving could be as much as £4,500.

If you choose Moneycorp, you will benefit from:

• Highly competitive exchange rates

• Expert market guidance from a dedicated Account Manager

• No commission

• Fast transfers

• Greatly reduced Spanish bank fees

• The ability to fix exchange rates for a set time period, helping to protect you from adverse currency movements

• No cost and no obligation to open a Trading Facility Fact Sheet If you would like to receive our Repatriation Fact Sheet please e-mail clarisse.musslewhite@moneycorp.com or call 687 932 472.


Wellness workshop in Pollensa

Tuesday, February 16th, 2010

 

More information about The Bodycoach

This pilot production of two friends promises nothing less than a complete regeneration of body and soul – in just four days! Personal food coach Caroline Bienert and relaxation therapist Barbara Majowski host a wellness seminar in a quiet retreat house in Pollensa. F

From 20th to 23rd March, the sunny island of Mallorca with its beautiful nature is the ideal venue to reinforce the positive effect from. It´s an active event of a special kind, which revolves around two major themes: food and relaxation. Caroline Bienert describes how the idea came: "Many people are exposed to very high stress. This in turn damages the metabolism and may even be carcinogenic in the long run. We have the antidote. "

Barbara Majowski holds relaxation exercises on all four days, while the focus is on Qigong. In the execution, Qigong resembles Tai-Chi (Taijiquan). The exercises stimulate calmness. They are carried out slowly, with flowing movements, implicating our respiration and natural posture. Both techniques derive from China. The term Qigong refers ti “Qi”, the universal energy of life, to its steering and regulating.

Between these exercises, nutritionist Caroline Bienert demonstrates how to optimize metabolism with a high-quality, full-fledged diet.Only the very best organic ingredients for the food are used for cooking at the seminar house. Caroline Bienert is a certified coach under strict U.S. Food Policy. She has worked for many years in the geographical triangle Munich – Mallorca – Dubai, supervised stars and celebrities. With the title "The bodycoach" she has published a highly regarded nutrition guide. Barbara Majowski is "relaxation career changer." A graduated designer, she found access to this form of therapy over painting. In 1998, she had a key experience with Qigong – a knowledge which she later studied with prominent Chinese teachers.

For the Spring Seminar on Mallorca are still places available. Caroline Bienert and Barbara Majowski have calculated a special prize per person, including accommodation and full board on all four days: 700 euros (double room), 800 euros (single room), optionally 60 euros added for the airport shuttle service. Conference languages are German and English. Contact and booking: Caroline Bienert – The Bodycoach – Personal Food Coaching, Tel +34-(0)971-22 88 28, Fax +34-(0)971-22 80 81 info@thebodycoach.de www.thebodycoach.de


Corpus Christi in Pollensa

Monday, February 15th, 2010

Corpus Christi – held in Pollensa on the 17th of June. This popular festival includes the ‘Dance of the Eagles’ and is performed in the main town square.

The celebration is particularly colourful in Pollensa, with the dances of "Les Àguiles" and "Sant Joan Pelós". The procession will start after after the 6.30 p.m. mass

The dance of "Les Àguiles", starring two young people dressed in white and with many gold jewels from head to foot, supplied by the families from the town for this occasion, represents a very old tradition that is only kept in Pollença. It is believed to originate in the great eagle that on the day of Corpus Christi of 1614 flew over the sky of Palma. "Les Àguiles" perform a very simple symmetric dance. After the procession they do "les taules", going from house to house, where they find the tables set with sweetmeats and other gifts.

"Sant Joan Pelós" also represents a ritual dance of ancient origin. The Archduke Ludwig Salvatore mentions it in his work "Die Balearen". In Pollença he comes out on the day of Corpus Christi dressed in silk with a lamb in his arms, together with "Les Àguiles" and the procession. In Felanitx, another municipality where this dance is preserved, he comes out on Saint John’s day, this year on Sunday, June 24, after the 10.30 a.m. mass.


Ecological fair

Monday, February 15th, 2010

Ecológica is the exhibition featuring the tools, the works and the ideas to preserve the environment and improve the quality of life.

Date: 25th until 28th of March from 11.00 – 21.00 hrs.

Venue: Airport Exhibition Centre (Terminal A), Palma Institutions and the general public have an unmissable date at Ecológica.

The greatest richness of the Balearic Islands is its territory and taking care of it and respecting it is an essential task, both in the present and in the future. An event devoted to the technology, methods, science and culture of the environment serves as a fundamental instrument of education.

Ecológica will return to the Palma Exhibition Site from 25th to 28th March 2010, another presentation of the event that is dedicated to the environment in all its facets and directed at both sector professionals and a general public that is showing itself to be ever more interested in the conservation of our natural surroundings.

The proposal of Fires i Congressos de Balears is that Ecológica should present itself as a key debating forum where companies, professionals and the general public can carry out not only business and commercial trade, but also exchange ideas, offer training events and generate a healthy respect for the environment.


Play for Africa

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

SOLIDARITY CAMPAIGN LET’S PLAY FOR AFRICA: Collecting clothing and headwear

Mallorcan Jaume Martorell has organized a collection of clothing, footwear and sporting goods second hand to send it to school projects of NGO Mediterranea in Africa, led by Dr Michael Stoma.

Clothing and sports equipment in good condition can be taken until late February 2010 to storage centers of Planet Space, in Gremi Sabaters 34 (Polígono Son Castelló) or Calle Islas Baleares, 48 (Polígono Son Bugadelles) . For more information, contact Glynis German, at Phone: +34 – 971 459 469 – www.planetspace.es

"I always wanted to do something useful," said Jaume Martorell, a former soldier of 23 years, who is now coach of the Soccer Club in Mancor Montauro de la Vall. "Seeing how quickly children grow up, and the clothes they outgrow, it occurred to me, that if we recollect, we may help children in need.", says Martorell.

Thus arose the idea of the "Let’s Play for Africa".

The collection runs until late February.

What: Collection of clothing and headwear When: Monday to Friday, 9am to 19pm.

Where: Planet Space Information Registration: 971 459 469 Planet Space Self Storage -Gremi Sabaters, 34 – Polígono Son Castelló Palma – Tel: 971 459 469 – Calle Islas Baleares, 48 – Polígono Son Bugadelles Santa Ponsa: +34 97169 99 69 www.planetspacestorage.com


Valentine’s Day at Nixe Palace

Wednesday, February 10th, 2010

Enjoy Valentine’s day at Hotel Nixe Palace, a charming atmosphere at tha bay of Palma. Try the cosy restaurant with its special romantic menu on the Valentine’s eve for lovers and couples.

Start the following day with a pleasant breakfast and a relaxing massage at the Nixe Herbal SPA. From 90,00€ per person / night

 

At Nixe Palace it’s Valentine’s Day during the whole month of February!

Premium Stay with king size bed, buffet breakfast with dream views

Valentine’s candle light dinner

Cava and Valentine’s surprise

Access to the thermal circuit with 20% discount on treatments

Late check out until 15:00h

Parking included.

Room supplements:

SUPERIOR ROOM: 25,00€

JUNIOR SUITE: 40,00€

SUITE: 60,00€ Supplements per room / night. VAT included.

Supplements based on Premium room rate

SPECIAL STAYS You can enjoy your Valentine’s day at one of our very special suites WEEDING SUITE “Moët Chandon”, strawberries with cream in room In room breakfast included. 360,00€ room / night. VAT included – RATE FOR 2ND NIGHT OR MORE: 390,00 €

ROOM/DAY IN BED AND BREAKFAST ROYAL SUITE “Moët Chandon” strawberries with cream in room Valentine’s dinner in room included In room breakfast included. 600,00€ habitación / noche IVA incluido * RATE FOR 2ND NIGHT OR MORE: 725,00 €

ROOM/DAY IN BED AND BREAKFAST

 

Booking conditions • Prepayment Cancellation conditions 100% of costs in cancellations received in the 48 hours before the arrival

 

Promotion valid until 2nd of March 2010.

 

ABC CLUB couples will have a free welcome cocktail.

 

HOTEL NIXE PALACE***** Avenida Joan Miró, 269 07015 Palma de Mallorca

Phone: +34 – 971 700 888

reservasnixe@h-santos.es

www.hotelmallorcanixepalace.com


Valentine’s day – Spa for two

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

Be our Valentine: Bewell Medical Spa is delighted to share with you the great moments of your life.

Let your special person know how important is in your life by sharing some special moments in the privacy of our Spa.

Bewell Spa Deluxe with a personalized treatment with massage (optional) for just you two, providing 100% Zen feeling.

Femenine Essence Treatment, soft relaxing bath with rose and orchid essence to stimulate the woman’s natural sensuality. The treat you dream become a reality at Bewell.

This offer is valid without limitation in the weeks before and after Valentine’s Day, February, 14

Price: Spa for two 120 euros (massage not incl.) – Feminine Treatment 120 euros

 

More information about

Bewell Medical Spa


Private Shopping at Billys

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

Brand new: Billy´s Private Shopping

Scheduled by appointment in the evening or on Sundays. Clients are provided the whole shop individually, they are styled and looked after by a personal shopper. There is champagne and antipasta and a great fun atmosphere.

Billy´s Fashion Group Billy’s Exclusive:

Avda. Gabriel Roca, 7, Puerto Andratx,

Phone: +34 – 971 673 451

www.billys-fashiongroup.com

www.abc-mallorca.com/shopping/fashion-store-mallorca/


Cubist Outdoor Perfection

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

Luxury garden house 6×6 m with bathroom, lounge and sauna. Outer surface with Thermowood. Sanitary and sauna equipment from various leading brands. Sale to people who dismantle the product. It can be visited at Bahia Grande, Mallorca.

Price: 30.000 Euro (negotiable)

Cubist Outdoor Residences Ltd., C/Colón 20, 2B, Palma

 

More info about the company CUBIST

T: +34 971495406

www.cubist.ee

info@cubist.ee


February Business Lunch at Son Quint

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010

The next abcBusiness Lunch will be hosted by the famous chef Emilio Castrejon at the Restaurant Son Quint. Come and join our networking event where you will have the opportunity to exchange ideas, make new contacts and present your business to potential collaborators, customers and suppliers.

Date: Friday 12th of February. Time: 13:30 Venue: Son Quint Restaurant, Golf Son Quint – Carretera Son Vida Palma Price:€30 per person clients of abcMallorca & abcProperty. €40 per person members of the abcClub

As places are limited we will be giving existing clients priority to attend this event. Reserve your place today by calling Nadia at 971 70 88 88 or by email to nadia@abc-mallorca.com