After neglecting my blog somewhat, I found myself asking why. To put it simply, I have been run off my feet these past few weeks on other projects and client work, so even though writing was always in the back of my mind, I never managed to find the right moment to sit down and let my mind wonder so I guess now at 11:52 pm my time is a good a time as any.


Thousands of British tourists travel to Fuerteventura each year and what better way to explore the island than to rent a car to have the means to go where you please? Well, drivers beware you do not commit parking or speeding offences because it can catch up with you.

Every month more than 2,500 Brits are chased by European authorities upon returning from their holiday and private companies investigate an astonishing number of cases each day in an attempt to bring bad drivers to justice.


As the worldwide economic crisis continues, a new trend is emerging. A large number of adults over the age of 30 are finding themselves back in school or studying to get certified and increase their job prospects. Another factor driving adults back to school is a career change; perhaps the industry they’ve worked in for an extended period of time is no longer viable, suffering at the hands of the credit crunch so a change of direction and new skills are needed if they ever hope to re-enter the job market. There are others still who choose to go self-employed and make things happen for themselves and wish to back that decision up with further education. Whatever the reason, it is a trend that is becoming increasingly popular.

As I’m sure you are all aware by now, Spain is currently under media scrutiny due to recent developments regarding its fledgling economy. I’ve been monitoring this situation for a number of days watching as events unfold but in simple terms, this is what has been going on:

Well, it’s that time of the year again, a time that fills our hearts with dread… council tax time (amongst others). For residents in La Oliva, the matter gets a little more complicated than that due to recent modifications made by the Town Hall. These changes have created a sensation of anger, worry and helplessness but we are going to have a look at the changes made and how they will affect numerous families in the area.