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The former secretary general of the UN - Mr Kofi Annan in Marbella
Marbella, Costa del Sol in Spain is seen as one of the most popular tourism hotspots in the world, however, there is 'much more than a wonderful climate, glamour, luxury and famous parties.
This article is inspired by the two original articles from:
Marbella Marbella: Dario Poli:
World Conference on Climate Change and Wine and
Kofi Annan addresses the world
Marbella Marbella: Dario Poli:
World Conference on Climate Change and Wine and
Kofi Annan addresses the world
Over 800 participants attended the recent talk by Kofi Annan at The 3rd World Conference on Climate Change and Wine from 13-14 April in The Palacio de Congreso in Marbella. Marbella was the chosen venue by the Wine Academy of Spain to present the largest and widest selection of fine wines with an inspiring collection of speakers on the subject of climate change in the business of winemaking.
Pancho Campo MW, Kofi Annan and the mayoress of Marbella, Ángeles Muñoz
Since the end of his secretary post in the United Nations in 2006, Kofi Annan has been devoted to the protection and development of social causes all over the world. The former Secretary-General has been championing the importance of economic, social and environmental sustainability throughout his career at the United Nations. He believes this is the key to “reduce the environmental impact for future generations”.
The climate change challenge was the main focus of Mr. Annan’s speech on the first day of the III World Congress on Climate Change and Wine. Mr Annan’s conference was titled “The Global Compact: A challenge in the business word to become leaders in sustainable development” (13th of April. 18.00 h.) and was introduced by Pancho Campo MW.
The conference was directed to the Business community on the Coast and focuses on the importance of adapting to sustainable measures in order to deal with climate change. The conference was open to businessmen and the general public. After the conference there wias a 30 minute session of questions and answers with the 2001 Nobel Peace Prize winner. On the evening of April 13th, Kofi Annan and his wife joined the mayoress of Marbella, Ángeles Muñoz and attended the official dinner, that took place in La Cabane, Hotel Los Monteros. This dinner wias held in aid of the charity Vicente Ferrer Foundation.
Last November in a climate change conference in Switzerland, Mr Annan explained the impact of this phenomenon in sectors where high irrigation is needed, such as agriculture or farming: “The gradual increase in temperature is producing in increase in the seawater. This causes more floods and less frost”, which is crucial for the growth of some grape varieties. In this speech, the Secretary-General will reiterate the responsibility of businesses and individuals to address environmental challenges; undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility; protect human rights; and encourage the development and transfer of environmentally-sustainable technologies.
A report released by the Forum in May of 2009 estimated that climate change is responsible for the deaths of 300,000 people every year, with 325 million of the poorest suffering most. All its work ultimately aims to be of benefit to the most vulnerable, particularly those living in least developed countries. In an address to the World Economic Forum in 1999, he challenged business leaders to join an international initiative – the Global Compact – that would bring companies together with UN agencies, as well as labour and civil society, to promote and respect universal environmental and social principles.
This III World Congress on Climate Change and Wine (http://www.cambioclimaticoyvino.com/) will rely on professionals in this field who have already begun implementing new concepts in Spain and abroad. In order to fight climate change, Campo believes that we need to focus on two issues: one of prevention, which would aid in diminishing CO2 emissions as well as energy costs; and mitigation and adaptation directed specifically to vineyards and wineries.
The Wine Academy of Spain is a private organization founded in 2003 by Pancho Campo MW, the first Spaniard to hold the title Master of Wine. It focuses its activities on the education of wine professionals and amateurs; the international promotion of Spanish wine through its Spanish Wine Experience; the promotion of Spain as a destination for wine tourism; the analysis of the impact of climate change on the industry; and study trips to wine producing regions with the collaboration of the University of California Davis (US). It is also an Approved Programme Provider for the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET), which it promulgates in Spain; has organised the internationally-acclaimed conferences Climate Change & Wine, Wine Future-Rioja ’09, and Vinoble Jerez 2010.
En Español:
Algunas reflexiones por Jose Luis Hernandez, Concejal de Turismo Ayuntamiento de Marbella, despues de conferencia de Kofi Annan
"Algunas ideas que recuerdo que manejó Kofi Annan en su exposición en Marbella:
1.- Manejó un término interesante aunque fuese para un concepto viejo... el concepto de "quien contamina paga". Este concepto, al menos que yo sepa tiene 20 o 25 años de antigüedad, y se refiere a que el costo económico de la contaminación en los acuerdos internacionales, no puede ser igual para un país cuyos ciudadanos circulan en "bicicleta", que en otro país en que lo hacen en "todoterrenos" y "deportivos". El término que usó para referirse a este concepto de "quien contamina paga" fue el de "justicia climática". Me pareció una forma elocuente de designarlo.
2.- Se refirió a la importancia económica que tiene el hecho de que los empresarios identifiquen en el respeto a la naturaleza una oportunidad económica "green opportunity", no sólo en términos de sostenibilidad ambiental sino también de rentabilidad económica. La limitación de los recursos y de la capacidad de contaminación abren nuevas puertas al desarrollo de nuevas tecnologías y, por tanto, de nuevas áreas de negocio Además, el respeto a la naturaleza es algo cada vez más valorado por los consumidores que premiarán a las empresas que lo hagan adquiriendo sus productos.
3.- Habló también sobre el poder individual que tenemos cada uno de nosotros como votantes en relación al medio ambiente... votando a los políticos que desarrollen políticas de protección medioambiental y no votando a los que no lo hagan.
4.- Manifestó su apoyo implícito al cultivo de transgénicos: Para Annan es evidente que el incremento de población debe sustentarse sobre los terrenos que actualmente se destinan a la agricultura y no devastar más zonas arboladas. La única manera de conseguir alimentar a más personas con la misma superficie agrícola estriba en que la ciencia dé una respuesta a través del perfeccionamiento de los transgénicos.
5.- Energía nuclear. Dejó la responsabilidad sobre su desarrollo futuro a cada Gobierno del mundo"
Stephen Lloyd-Morgan with The Marbella Concert Orchestra
Stephen Lloyd-Morgan with The Marbella Concert Orchestra
The Summer Event Concerts - El Castillo de la Duquesa
For a chance to win tickets supplied by event sponsor Ibex Insurance please go to www.ibexinsure.com/summerconcert-competition - closing date 30th June.
Following the phenomenal success of The Summer Event Concert last year; reviewed as “World Class entertainment delivered direct to our door step”; this Summer there will be two concerts inside the magnificent and intimate setting of El Castillo de la Duquesa on Saturday 24th July & Saturday 21st August, sponsored and supported by Ibex Insurance, Essential Marbella Magazine, Talk Radio Europe, Sur In English & Fischer Car Group among others, and in collaboration with the Ayuntamiento de Manilva.
The concerts will star popular tenor Stephen Lloyd-Morgan with the new and specially formed 16-piece Marbella Concert Orchestra, conducted by renowned Musical Director Ian Green, with a selection of songs from Musical Theatre, Opera and Cross-Over, sung in English, Italian and Spanish.
Special guest artists also bringing an eclectic and contemporary repertoire to the event include Yazz, International Recording Artist; Julie-Anne Hunter, Mezzo Soprano ENO & Royal Festival Hall; María Lourdes Benítez, Soprano El Coro de Ópera de Málaga and Spain´s WOW Factor Winner and Runner-up, Christian Fa & Rebecca Tate, and The Unity Gospel Singers.
Event organiser Nick Holland said, “We are very excited about bringing the Marbella Concert Orchestra to accompany Steve at this year´s concerts in Duquesa. We are also delighted that Yazz, who very rarely performs in Spain, has agreed to join the special guest line-up. The costs incurred by bringing a live orchestra, as well as a more spectacular sound and lighting show, (Nigel Davis – Soto Events) has resulted in an increase in ticket price this year. But we are certain the sweeping improvements we have made since last year to both the content and staging of the concerts will be appreciated by the audiences and we hope this will lead to another very unique and successful event!”
Tickets, €40, will go on sale from 9th June, from Beccy´s, Monte Duquesa; Christina´s Cards, Sabinillas; Glitterati Books, Centro Diana Benavista & Anglo Wines, Sotogrande or call 697 783 942. Ticket numbers are strictly limited at this venue and last year was sold out several weeks before the concert! All tickets must be prepaid, although available for collection on the door.
Doors & Bar Open from 8.00pm - 1.00am
Steve´s first performance with The Marbella Concert Orchestra will be at the prestigious 10th Anniversary Max Clifford Celebrity Butterfly Ball Gala in aid of The Rhys Daniels Trust at the Hotel Puente Romano on 5th June. Later this summer he will record a new album with the Orchestra as well as performing with them in Madrid and Barcelona.
Information: www.slmlive.com/mco & www.slmlive.com/summerevents
Photographs Copyright CJ Hadlow www.cjhadlow.com & Paul Wilcockson LMPA, www.weddingsandportraits.eu
Stephen Lloyd-Morgan con la Orquesta de Conciertos de Marbella
Los Conciertos de Verano de Eventos - El Castillo de la Duquesa
Tras el éxito de El Concierto de Verano del año pasado, este verano habrá dos conciertos dentro de la magnífica El Castillo de la Duquesa el sábado 24 de julio y sábado 21 de agosto, patrocinado y apoyado por Ibex Insurance, Essential Marbella Magazine, Talk Radio Europa, Sur in English y Fischer Car Group, y en colaboración con el Ayuntamiento de Manilva.
Los conciertos tenor Stephen Lloyd-Morgan con el nuevo y especialmente formado 16-pieza Orquesta de Conciertos Marbella, dirigida por el Director Musical Ian Green, con una selección de canciones de Teatro Musical, Ópera y Cross Over, cantado en Inglés, Italiano y Español. Los invitados especiales al evento incluyen Yazz, Artista Internacional de grabación; Julie-Anne Hunter, Mezzo Soprano ENO y el Royal Festival Hall, María Lourdes Benítez, Soprano El Coro de Ópera de Málaga y WOW Factor Ganador de España y subcampeón, Christian Fa y Rebecca Tate, y El Evangelio Unidad Cantantes.
Organizador del evento, Nick Holland dijo: "Estamos muy emocionados de traer la Marbella Concierto de la Orquesta para acompañar a Steve en los conciertos de este año en Duquesa. También estamos encantados de que Yazz, que muy rara vez se realiza en España, se ha comprometido a unirse a la invitada especial line-up. Los gastos efectuados por traer una orquesta en vivo, así como un sonido más espectacular y show de iluminación, se ha traducido en un aumento de precio del billete de este año. Pero estamos seguros de las mejoras que hemos realizado desde el año pasado para el contenido y la puesta en escena de los conciertos será apreciado por el público y esperamos que esto nos llevará a otro evento muy exitoso!"
Entradas, 40€, se pondrán a la venta a partir del 09 de junio, a partir de Beccys, Monte Duquesa, Christina en Sabinillas; Libros The Glitterati, Centro Diana Benavista y Anglo Wines, Sotogrande o llame al 697 783 942.
Primera actuación de Steve con la Orquesta de Conciertos Marbella será en el prestigioso 10º Aniversario de Max Clifford famoso Butterfly Ball Gala a beneficio de La Fundación Rhys Daniels en el Hotel Puente Romano, el 5 de junio.
Información: www.slmlive.com/mco y www.slmlive.com/summerevents
Manifesto Design news
Find out what we’re up to at Manifesto Design
The global economy is still finding its way to recovery but our focus is firmly fixed ahead. We’re happy to say that the start to 2010 has been very decent and the prospects ahead look even better.
A combination of exciting new projects and treasured longer standing clients keep us busy with a welcome variety of work that includes creative design and branding, editorial work, creating and providing content for websites, SEO-driven blog texts and of course making magazines from scratch. To this list we are now adding a professional translation service that includes just about every language known to man. Would have to get back to you on Amharic though.
The fifth edition of the Villae International Magazine is out now. This luxury publication, produced by the European Real Estate Network (EREN), features the finer things in life and takes a look at travel, art, culture, interesting personalities and luxury lifestyle in the stylish and understated way that is typical of this most exclusive of European property collectives.
The magazine is the brainchild of leading EREN members José Ribes Bas of Inmobiliaria Rimontgó in Valencia and Diana Morales of DM Properties in Marbella, though by its very nature EREN is an international organisation with members in Italy, Switzerland, Austria, Denmark, Portugal, Greece and affiliated members in France, the US and other parts of the globe.
In a collaboration that goes back several years now, Manifesto Design works closely with the production team headed by EREN president José Ribes to produce the editorial content and photographical material for the publication, which finds its way into some of the most distinguished locations in Europe.
Languages We Love!
Do you remember the Babel fish that featured in Douglas Adams’ The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy? All you had to do was drop one in your ear and proficiency in all the languages of the universe would be yours.
Isn’t that a great thought? Unfortunately we can’t boast anything quite as amazing as the Babel fish, but we can now offer our clients a top quality translation service. Having recently joined forces with a long-established international translation agency, with offices in Manchester, and Ronda, we are confident we can fulfil all your translation needs, from any language into any other, through our professional contacts worldwide.
We guarantee a fast response to enquiries and a rapid turn-around of work. All our translations are done by native speakers and checked by a third party to ensure top quality and accuracy. We’ve all seen some hilarious translation howlers and mangled syntax, but such errors are unacceptable for professionals who wish to impress their clients. Contact us for a free quote.
Quantum Spain
During the past few weeks we’ve designed and written the content for the new Quantum Mortgages website. When a company needs to create an online profile from scratch, you would be surprised at how much work needs to be done to provide visitors with all the necessary information.
In the case of Quantum we were given the task of not only designing an attractive and functional website supported by effective SEO, but also explaining the way in which property finance works. This included creating a mortgage calculator from scratch and linking the site to the latest Euribor rates. The site also includes a blog for client information and participation, and the entire project is fully SEO optimised.
Of course, any website worth its Google position is only as good as its maintenance programme so, as with all of our web-based projects, Quantum Mortgages’ website will require regular monitoring and updating.
British Chamber of Commerce
During the past few months we have been socialising more than ever. Earlier this year we launched our Facebook and Twitter presences but, not content with virtual networking, we have also joined the British Chamber of Commerce in Spain. Along with companies such as Lloyd’s TSB, Hackett, BT, Sotheby’s and Ernst & Young, Manifesto Design will be able to enjoy the benefits of belonging to one of the world’s ultimate business promoters.
Revamped text for David Toms’ website
Cool photographer David Toms asked us to update his website text and that is exactly what we did. A man of few words but images that speak volumes, David left it to us to illustrate his amazing portfolio and convey the passion he has for photography.
To see more visit www.davidtomsphotography.com
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Promote Goodwill.org
Wouldn't you like to see everyone, everywhere embrace the concepts of peace and nonviolence? Okay, now prove it! What if I told you that you could promote the peacebuilding paradigm without having to leave the comfort of your own home? No signs to make, no marches to organize and attend, no speeches to make. What if you could do it from where you are sitting right now... Here's the tip... Whenever you run across content on the internet that promotes the peacebuilding ideas that you like (like this one), forward it further: submit it to Reddit or Digg, re-tweet it in Twitter, share it on Facebook, e-mail it to friends or promote it in whatever way you usually promote content you like. Most authors make this easy to do by including a "Share" link somewhere on the post.
With a little more effort, you can help shift the global conversation toward peacebuilding by commenting on articles and blog posts, letting people know about DoPeace, the campaign to create a U.S. Department of Peace, and the Youth PROMISE act.
Goodwill is a contagious and potent energy. By its means, peace can eventually be established on earth. Through its intelligently applied use the dynamics of human interaction can be positively changed in a short period of time. PromoteGoodwill.org is focused on practical methods for spreading this powerful force throughout humanity, in every region of the world. With the co-operation of men and women of goodwill across the globe this energy will stream into the hearts of people in all departments of life, affecting the change necessary to achieve peace. This is PromoteGoodwill.org's primary purpose - promoting goodwill through training and education."
The immediate spiritual problem with which all are faced, is the problem of gradually offsetting hate and initiating the new technique of trained, imaginative, creative and practical goodwill.
"Goodwill is man's first attempt to express the love of God. Its results on earth will be peace. It is so simple and practical that people fail to appreciate its potency or its scientific and dynamic affect. One person sincerely practicing goodwill in a family, can completely change its attitudes. Goodwill really practiced among groups in any nation, by political and religious parties in any nation, and among the nations of the world, can revolutionize the world". Problems of Humanity, by Alice A. Bailey
Tips on Promoting Goodwill
Below we have listed some things we all can do daily ( and do much better ) toward helping foster a greater measure of Right Human Relations with all our relationships. Whether or not you become actively involved with PromoteGoodwill.org you can help pursue this vision by Promoting Goodwill as you go about your daily affairs. Promoting Goodwill is easy and really only takes a conscious effort on our part to adjust our speech, thoughts, mannerisms and tolerances. And to approach each interactive situation with a co-operative heart...and a display of harmlessness. How many of us actually try consciously to interact each and every day with a spirit of harmlessness in our thoughts, words and actions? Thoughts are directed energy - construct ones that are positive - yes, even when it is difficult. This is what we mean by conscious effort. When we begin to try consciously to effect our every day surroundings positive things take place. Attitudes at home and work change for the better. We are not saying you are going to be perfect every day in your conscious endeavor to Promote Goodwill. What we hope to achieve is to demonstrate a greater degree of harmlessness - a greater measure of Right Human Relations through our daily activities. If you believe you are being efficient 20% of your day in your Goodwill Promotion efforts, try for 30% - 40%. This is what we are trying to accomplish here - lots of people doing their best to achieve a greater measure of harmlessness in their lives. Please read some of the thoughts listed below - they are in no particular order.
1. Don't criticize others, directly or indirectly.
2. Be less confrontational over differences.
3. Don't think bad thoughts about others - remember energy follows thought!
4. Help where you can help - make those sacrifices on behalf of others - physically, emotionally, and mentally.
5. Meet others halfway - you can do this more than you think!
6. Be less prone to argue - how many arguments are over truly stupid things?
7. Be more tolerant of other's opinions, viewpoints, beliefs, religions, national and racial cultures.
8. Don't hesitate to be supportive.
9. Don't force your will or beliefs on others - remember...just because we believe something doesn't make us right, or mean it is the only possibility, truth or answer!
10. Watch your word usage - some words just aren't necessary!
11. Negotiate business transactions with a spirit of co-operative goodwill.
12. Try and resolve disputes with your adversaries - be more understanding of the positions of others.
13. Conduct business with an attitude of giving and sharing rather than one of taking.
14. Touch others with a kind gesture for no reason.
15. Make it obvious you are a role model for the promotion of goodwill in your family, work environment and community and as a result others will want to be around you and look to you for help and support - you are contagious!
Contact details:
promote@promotegoodwill.org
Please also check: http://twitter.com/PeaceAlliance
Please also read the Don´s bio (initiator of this activity) that inspired me to write this article and help him in his goal to promote Goodwill as much as I can: http://www.promotegoodwill.org/donbio.html
The Prayer for Haiti Charity Single with Stephen Lloyd-Morgan
“The Prayer for Haiti” - Charity Single
Help Us Help Haiti
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Helping Haiti - HM The Queen acknowledges Costa del Sol `Help Haiti Campaign´.
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Helping Haiti - HM The Queen acknowledges Costa del Sol `Help Haiti Campaign´.
Her Majesty The Queen has sent her best wishes for the continued success of the Costa del Sol´s fundraising efforts for Haiti. A letter received from Buckingham Palace reads `Her Majesty was interested to learn that the British expatriate community in the Costa del Sol have raised over €20,000 for the Haiti Earthquake Fund... Her Majesty conveys warm good wishes to you and all concerned´.
Everyone that downloads this song will be contributing to the "rebirth" of Haiti
Please click here to download the song and make a difference:
Eleven of the Costa del Sols finest singers banded together in collaboration with Rowetta on Saturday 13th February, and with just 4 days notice, and a month after the devastating earthquake, to record a charity single for Haiti at one of Europe´s top International Studios based in Marbella. Predominately widely unknown artists, and in cases raw talent; the first line and Italian duet sung by 15 year old Rebecca Tate. Banding together simply for the cause to help the people of Haiti, and on zero budget; a world away from the corporate music industry, we believe it has still resulted in a remarkable achievement.
Produced by Nick Holland & Stephen Lloyd-Morgan in association with Maurice Boland of Talk Radio Europe and Essential Marbella Magazine; they were inspired to record this single after the overwhelming response to Stephen & Rebecca singing The Prayer at The Gala Dinner for Haiti held at La Quinta Golf on 5th February organised by Maurice. A YouTube Video of the song also received over 500 hits in just a few days! You can view the video below:
The phenomenal generosity of so many has once again shown no bounds, allowing this single to be recorded, produced and promoted totally free. 100% of the proceeds from sales will go directly to the Ark Christian Fellowship, a part of the Child Care Ministries, which has had a presence in Haiti for over 8 years. For more information, youtube video, credits and download information please see www.slmlive.com/theprayerforhaiti
Some valuable comments from Antonia Muñoz – Alcaldesa de Manilva (Mayor of Manilva) – “The Prayer for Haiti”
“We are extremely proud and would very much like to convey our congratulations to the producers of the charity single (CD) `The Prayer for Haiti´. Resident British Expatriates from the Municipality of Manilva, Stephen Lloyd-Morgan and Nick Holland, have recorded this single in collaboration with Talk Radio Europe and Essential Marbella Magazine, to help the desperate orphans of Haiti and they hope to raise enough to build a new school. We very much commend their efforts and that of the entire expatriate community who are banding together to raise much needed funds for this worthy cause through the sale of this single(CD).” – 4th March 2010
Valuable comments from Jose Luis Hernández – Tourist Councilor Marbella Town hall regarding
“The Prayer for Haiti”
“Marbella City Council considers that the expat community is giving us an example of generosity and commitment in view of the magnitude of the devastation suffered by Haiti. Marbella can feel proud because —even in these moments of economic crisis— our society, and particularly our expat community, is giving such an evident proof of commitment with the suffering of human beings that did not have anything before the tragedy and, after it, the only thing they have is pain and hopelessness. We hope your fund raising initiative be as successful as possible. On behalf of Marbella City Council, receive our most sincere thanks and our acknowledgement for your humanitarian work.” – 4th March 2010
Some valuable comments from Antonia Muñoz – Alcaldesa de Manilva (Mayor of Manilva) – “The Prayer for Haiti”
“We are extremely proud and would very much like to convey our congratulations to the producers of the charity single (CD) `The Prayer for Haiti´. Resident British Expatriates from the Municipality of Manilva, Stephen Lloyd-Morgan and Nick Holland, have recorded this single in collaboration with Talk Radio Europe and Essential Marbella Magazine, to help the desperate orphans of Haiti and they hope to raise enough to build a new school. We very much commend their efforts and that of the entire expatriate community who are banding together to raise much needed funds for this worthy cause through the sale of this single(CD).” – 4th March 2010
Valuable comments from Jose Luis Hernández – Tourist Councilor Marbella Town hall regarding
“The Prayer for Haiti”
“Marbella City Council considers that the expat community is giving us an example of generosity and commitment in view of the magnitude of the devastation suffered by Haiti. Marbella can feel proud because —even in these moments of economic crisis— our society, and particularly our expat community, is giving such an evident proof of commitment with the suffering of human beings that did not have anything before the tragedy and, after it, the only thing they have is pain and hopelessness. We hope your fund raising initiative be as successful as possible. On behalf of Marbella City Council, receive our most sincere thanks and our acknowledgement for your humanitarian work.” – 4th March 2010
Some of the press articles:
Rowetta - http://www.rowetta.com/ - ITV´s X Factor Finalist
Stephen Lloyd-Morgan - http://www.slmlive.com/ - Acclaimed Tenor
Mayte - www.myspace.com/maytethefunkensemble
Rebecca Tate - www.myspace.com/beckytate09 - Spain WoWFactor Finalist
Daniel Boland - www.myspace.com/danielrboland
Tres Divos - http://www.tresdivos.co.uk/ - Popular Classical Group
(Nic Pound, Arran Harding, Tom Lowe)
The Unity Gospel Singers - http://www.unitygospelsingers.mfbiz.com/
(Mike & Simone Harding, Scott & Chrissy Warwood)
Special thanks to:
Royalty free release, by kind permission of writers David Foster, Carole Bayer Sager & Andrea Bocelli.
Brian Hayward – Sound Engineering (Marbella recording and final Single mix)
Blue Print Studios Manchester – Rowetta Recording - http://www.blueprint-studios.com/
Essential Marbella Magazine – Promotion - http://www.essentialmagazine.com/
Maurice Boland - Talk Radio Europe – Co-Producer / Promotion - http://www.talkradioeurope.com/
Nick Holland & Stephen Lloyd-Morgan – Co-Producers - http://www.slmlive.com/
Andrea Bojti – Artwork – Essential Marbella Magazine - http://www.essentialmagazine.com/
Martyn Wood – Video Production - http://www.smithwoodproductions.com/
Dave Labaw -- Photography (Video) - http://www.davelabaw.com/
Johnny Gates – Photography - http://www.johnnygates.com/
Trevor Brooks – Photography - http://www.crazycowmedia.com/
The Best of Marbella – Promotion - http://www.thebestofmarbella.com/
Andalucia Life Magazine - Promotion - http://www.andalucialife.com/
The Resident Newspaper - Promotion - http://www.theresident.es/
Anglo Info - Promotion - http://www.angloinfo.com/
Charity - Ark Christian Fellowship - http://www.thearkspain.com/
International Child Care Ministires - http://www.childcareministries.org/
Version Copyright Nick Holland, Stephen Lloyd-Morgan & Maurice Boland
High Resolution Cover Artwork www.slmlive.com/theprayerforhatit/theprayer.jpg
Other photos on request - nick@slmlive.com
For more information:
Nick Holland
Managment & Promotion, Stephen Lloyd-Morgan
email: Nick@slmlive.com
web: http://www.slmlive.com/
twitter: www.twitter.com/slmlivecom
facebook: click - slmlive
tel: (0034) 697 783 942
In addition to this blog article ("on-line" press release), this blog link was also published on:
http://twitter.com/TheBestMarbella
http://es.linkedin.com/in/thebestofmarbella
https://www.xing.com/profile/Maria_Petrak
The Best of Marbella Facebook group
http://twitpic.com/photos/TheBestMarbella
http://www.prlog.org/10542002-the-prayer-for-haiti.html
http://www.asmallworld.net/
http://www.internations.org/
Please feel free to copy and paste this blog link:
http://thebestofmarbella.blogspot.com/2010/02/prayer-for-haiti-charity-single-with.html
to your blog/FB/Twitter, website or profiles or simply forward it to others to achieve the multi-promotional effect. The Best of Marbella is honored and grateful for this opportunity to promote this noble activity together with many other volunteers. Please join our effort to help children and people from Haiti in this way!
More information about Stephen:
http://thebestofmarbella.blogspot.com/2009/11/stephen-lloyd-morgan.html
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Mit FRITZ!Box Fon WLAN ist Telefonieren über das Internet endlich so einfach, wie es sein soll: vorhandene Telefone anschließen, Hörer abnehmen, fertig! Schon telefonieren Sie mit Voice over IP über das Internet – mit Ihrer bisherigen Rufnummer und ohne Ihren PC einzuschalten. Zusätzlich bringt die in Deutschland entwickelte und produzierte FRITZ!Box Fon WLAN Ihre PCs mit DSL-Geschwindigkeit ins Internet - über Ethernet, USB oder kabellos per WLAN - stets geschützt durch eine Firewall und die vom Start weg aktivierte Funkverschlüsselung.
Alle The Best of Marbella Partner und Kunden erhalten kostenlose Beratung und 10% Nachlass auf die Installationspauschale.
Für weitere Informationen stehen wir Ihnen als kompetenter Partner mit langjähriger Erfahrung hier vor Ort gerne zu Verfügung.
Mit unseren Besten Empfehlungen
Ihr KLANN SOLUTIONS Team
Urb. Sitio de Calahonda
Calle de las Encinas 1727
29649 Mijas-Costa (Malaga)
Tel. : +34 952 932387
Fax : +34 952 932387
Email : info@sky-solution.com
Web: http://www.sky-solution.com/
Unsere Geschäftszeiten: Mo bis Fr von 10:00 Uhr bis 18:00 Uhr
KLANN SOLUTIONS
Netzwerklösungen: (VoIP, Internet-Tel., WLAN u. LAN),
Datenbankservice, Satellitensysteme: (Astra, Hotbird, Sky, uvm.),
Beratung – Planung – Installation
Tel. 952 932 387
In English, please check the following link:
http://thebestofmarbella.blogspot.com/2010/02/klann-solutions-network-and-satellite.html
KLANN Solutions: Network Solutions, Satellite Systems, Database Development
Network Systems
Database Development and Service
Satellite Systems
Special Offer for all The Best of Marbella members, readers and associated partners:
FRITZ!Box Fon WLAN
Wireless websurfing and phone calls over the Internet -- with one device FRITZ!Box Fon WLAN makes telephoning over the Internet as easy as you'd like it to be: connect your existing telephones; pick up the receiver -- that's all! Now you're talking over the Internet with Voice over IP -- without turning on your PC, and without changing your phone number. And FRITZ!Box Fon WLAN also puts your PCs on the Internet at ADSL speed -- over Ethernet, USB or wireless LAN -- always with firewall protection, and with wireless encryption activated out of the box.
All The Best of Marbella Partners und members will receive a free professional advice and 10% discount on the installation.
For further information do not hesitate to contact our experienced and competent team.
KLANN SOLUTIONS
Urb. Sitio de Calahonda
Calle de las Encinas 1727
29649 Mijas-Costa (Malaga)
Tel. : +34 952 932387
Fax : +34 952 932387
Email : info@sky-solution.com
http://www.sky-solution.com/
Opening Hours: Mon to Fri 10:00 - 18:00
Auf Deutsch, bitte lesen Sie hier:
http://thebestofmarbella.blogspot.com/2010/02/klann-solutions-netzwerk.html
KLANN SOLUTIONS,
Netzwerklösungen: (VoIP, Internet-Tel., WLAN u. LAN),
Datenbankservice, Satellitensysteme: (Astra, Hotbird, Sky, uvm.),
Beratung – Planung – Installation
Tel. 952 932 387
Dave Jackson: sings the classics
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Whilst most of the "DJ's" went on to train at various local radios stations, David went to live in Australia in 1974 where he started his career on radio working in Queensland and later main stream AM and FM radios stations in the city of Brisbane; Sydney and Melbourne.
It wasn't until the introduction of Karaoke in the 80's that David really started to get into singing professionally, and went into session backing singing recording with Ozzy artists like "Kylie Minogue"; "Jason Donavon" "John Farnham" Crowded house (then split Enz) and many others, gaining a huge respect as a backing singer.
He was then offered a role that he couldn't turn down as "entertainments manager" singer and general all round entertainer in Australia's premier ski resort "THREDBO" working there from 1981 to 1992.
After a few years in the bar and restaurant industry, David moved to the Costa Del Sol to build a lovely Spanish Villa close to Marbella, where he entertained at literally hundreds of private weddings; parties; and functions; in addition to many of the Cost Del Sols finest restaurants and Time share resorts.
In 2007, David was one of the main presenters on a new and exciting TV project called "Living in Spain TV" which broadcast on Sky Digital channel 293, and made 2 series of programmes. One was an expat discussion programme called "Shut up I'm talking" and the other, an interview show called "Personally speaking with Dave Jackson" where he interviewed many famous and non famous people living on the Costa Del Sol.
David and his family are now based in the sleepy but beautiful Devonshire town of Totnes, but commutes to venues to sing in London; most of the UK and many European resorts including the Costa Del Sol. For a sample of Davids voice quality log on to http://www.x-factory.tv/ and click around the music pages "Old Joys Bar" and "Rehearsal rooms" and if you are having a high quality function and need professional entertainment, then please either email David at davejackson177@gmail.com or simply call 44 781 188 8801.
Inzona Magazine
Inzona Magazine vio la luz en el año 2006. Desde entonces hemos intentado mantener el espíritu con el que comenzamos esta carrera de fondo que es mantener una publicación gratuita en la calle, dar cabida dentro de nuestras páginas a todas aquellas personas que no salen en ningún otro lado, ya que pensamos que todos tenéis algo que expresar al resto del mundo, ya sea música, pintura, fotografía, literatura, cine... Todo ello junto con toda la actualidad, para no perderte detalle de lo que pasa en el mundo.
Las posibilidades de difusión se amplian con nuestro myspace
www.myspace.com/inzonamagazine y nuestra pagina en facebook www.facebook.com/inzona
Esperamos que sea de vuestro agrado, y ya sabéis que si queréis expresar algo al resto del planeta este es vuestro sitio. Os podeis poner en contacto con nosotros via mail a info@inzona.es o bien por telefono
952 86 01 41 / 655 17 32 30
Marbella Marbella song and on-line magazine
The site was created to join and support the “Marbella Marbella” campaign of composer, artist, and author Dario Poli and his fight for Marbella’s reputation.
In the same spirit as the campaign, we are offering the town hall of Marbella our full support, as well as all local businesses, organisations, residents and tourists.
On the website everyone can find useful information, latest news and articles, past and future events, all packaged into a clean and simple site layout.
http://www.marbellamarbella.es/ was founded by Simon Schönbeck, sponsored solely through advertisements and donations. Please get in touch with any feedback you may have.
Please also have a look at:
http://thebestofmarbella.blogspot.com/2009/08/dario-poli-plaga.html
http://thebestofmarbella.blogspot.com/2009/05/marbella-marbella-song-in-da-bruno.html
http://thebestofmarbella.blogspot.com/2008/11/best-of-marbella-marbellas-song.html
http://thebestofmarbella.blogspot.com/2009/11/blue-sky-formula-1-promotional-event.html
In collaboration with Stephen Llloyd-Morgan
http://thebestofmarbella.blogspot.com/2010/01/stephen-lloyd-morgan-highlights-and.html
Stephen Lloyd-Morgan highlights and updates
Busy Diary of Concerts Planned for 2010
“December proved another hectic month for increasingly acclaimed Tenor Stephen Lloyd-Morgan. From the Marbella Awards at the Hotel Puente Romano, The Talk Radio Europe Telethon for Cudeca, The Christmas Concert in Sotogrande, right through to Christmas Day at The Marbella Club; just to mention some of the highlights!
Steve´s Manager Nick Holland says, `Despite the economic climate we could not have been more delighted with the fantastic response we received to all the Concerts staged last year. It is perhaps seen as a PR gimmick to continually state that these Concerts were all `SOLD-OUT´ but those who attended or sought tickets will know they genuinely were!
The positive feedback received has been overwhelming, and for as long as audiences continue to support us and demand the varied programmes of entertainment we have planned, then we will strive to make these Concerts bigger, better and more spectacular.
The major highlights for us last year were most certainly The Summer Event at El Castillo de la Duquesa, where we plan to stage a series of concerts this summer, and The Autumn Concert for Cudeca with The London Welsh Male Voice Choir. Steve is already looking forward to singing with the 75 strong Pontarddulias Male Choir in March.´” – Andalucia Life Magazine January 2010
Friday 5th February
Gala Dinner in aid of Haiti Earthquake Appeal - venue TBC
Information:- www.slmlive.com/haiti
Information:- www.slmlive.com/marbellamarbella in collaboration with Dario Poli (http://www.marbellamarbella.es/)
The Pontarddulias Male Voice Choir will headline The Spring Concerts for Cudeca, the finale Concert to be held on Wednesday 3rd March. Steve will be one of the guest soloists together with Siân Hopkins. Other proposed special guest soloists include Rowetta (X-Factor finalist) & Yazz (No.1 hit single UK & International Charts). Information:- www.slmlive.com/choir The major sponsor of this concert will be IBEX Insurance, who celebrates their 10th Anniversary year in 2010!
With the holiday season nearly over, we are already hard at work planning the Concerts and Performances in February, March & April. For information please go to www.slmlive.com/performances These pages will be updated over the next few weeks as arrangements are finalised, so please check back again soon! Details of other Concerts in 2010 are also listed and additional dates will be added in due course!
Nick & Steve
Nick Holland
Managment & Promotion, Stephen Lloyd-Morgan
email: Nick@slmlive.com
http://www.slmlive.com/
www.twitter.com/slmlivecom
facebook: click - slmlive
Promoted in association with The Best of Marbella:
http://thebestofmarbella.blogspot.com/2009/11/stephen-lloyd-morgan.html
http://thebestofmarbella.blogspot.com/2009/11/forthcoming-concerts-with-stephen-lloyd.html
The Best of Argentina and Real Madrid with Don Alfredo di Stefano
The Best of the World Network presents
The Best of Argentina:
Don Alfredo Di Stefano, the famous football legend
4 July 1926 – 7 July 2014
In memoriam of one of the best Argentine-Spanish footballers and coach Don Alfredo Di Stefano. The world has lost the famous footballer on 7 July 2014, widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all times. Don Alfredo Di Stefano was most associated with Real Madrid and was instrumental in their domination of the European Champions' Cup during the 1950s. Don Alfredo Di Stéfano played international football mostly for Spain, but he also played for Argentina and Colombia. We will greatly miss Don Alfredo... Argentina can be very proud of this amazing man.
Alejandro Vega Martinelli and Maria Petrak, Founder of The Best of the World Network had the great honor to visit the Veterans of Real Madrid and the unique opportunity to meet Don Alfredo di Stefano in person in 2009.
Don Alfredo di Stefano, Maria Petrak and Alejandro Vega Martinelli
Real Madrid visit, Spain 2009
Photos copyright and blog article: Maria Petrak
Last time when I was in Marbella in 2009, my friend and associate partner Alejandro Vega from Argentina, living in Spain, invited me to accompany him to visit Real Madrid. We had a great pleasure and honor to meet the football legend Don Alfredo di Stefano. This was a unique experience that happens only once in a lifetime. For more information about Don Alfredo di Stefano, please check the links and video in this article... It is my greatest honor to share this information with you.
Alfredo di Stefano Stefano Laulhé (* Barracas, Buenos Aires, 4 July 1926 - 7 July 2014) is a former Argentinian football player, former coach and current Honorary President of the Real Madrid football club. FIFA is considering Alfredo di Stefano one of the four best football players of the twentieth century, alongside Pele, Diego Maradona and Johan Cruyff in 2004 that was elected the fourth best player of the twentieth century and also for all the winners of the Gold Cup 1999. He was for many years the leading scorer in the history of Real Madrid, club where he played 11 seasons, scoring 307 goals in 403 official matches. Don Afredo di Stefano is the most famous Argentinian player with the most titles in football history.
More photos can be seen on:www.thebestoftheworld.info
Picasa and Google+
https://picasaweb.google.com/106300276306639329741/TheBestOfRealMadrid
En Español:
"The Best of the World Network" y Alejandro Vega Martinelli visitan en el Real Madrid (en el Santiago Berneabeu Estadio) a la leyenda del Futbol Don Alfredo di Stefano en 2009
La última vez que estuve en Marbella, mi amigo y socio Alejandro Vega, me invitó a acompañarlo a visitar al Real Madrid. Tuve un gran placer y honor de conocer a la leyenda del fútbol Don Alfredo di Stefano, y debo admitir que fue una experiencia única que ocurre una vez en la vida.
A pesar de que mi hijo sabe mucho más sobre el fútbol que a mí mismo, tuve un gran aprecio y respeto por este hombre increíble. Espero que muchos de ustedes que leen este artículo se apreciarán de ver estas fotos recientes de don Alfredo y todos los enlaces copiados y videos a continuación ...
Para obtener más información acerca de Don Alfredo di Stefano, por favor consulte los enlaces y videos en este blog ... Esperamos que Don Alfredo pronto vaya a visitar Marbella ... Es mi honor de compartir esta información con usted.
Alfredo di Stefano Stefano Laulhé (* Barracas, Buenos Aires, 4 de julio de 1926 - 7 de julio 2014) es un ex jugador de fútbol argentino, ex entrenador y actual presidente honorario del club de fútbol Real Madrid. Don Alfredo di Stefano esta considerado por la FIFA entre los cuatro mejores jugadores de fútbol del siglo XX, junto a Pelé, Diego Maradona y Johan Cruyff en 2004, que fue elegido como el cuarto mejor jugador del siglo XX y también para todos los ganadores de la Copa de Oro 1999 . Fue durante muchos años el máximo goleador de la historia del Real Madrid, club donde jugó 11 temporadas, marcando 307 goles en 403 partidos oficiales. Don Alfredo di Stéfano es el jugador argentino más famoso con la mayoría de los títulos en la historia del fútbol.
Alfredo Stéfano di Stéfano Laulhé (* Barracas, Ciudad de Buenos Aires, 4 de julio de 1926 - ) es un ex futbolista y ex entrenador argentino y el actual Presidente de Honor del Real Madrid Club de Fútbol. Es considerado por la FIFA uno de los cuatro mejores jugadores de fútbol del siglo XX, junto a Pelé, Diego Maradona y Johan Cruyff, en el 2004 fue elegido el cuarto Mejor Jugador del Siglo XX y también por todos los ganadores del Balón de Oro hasta 1999. Fue durante muchos años el máximo goleador de la historia del Real Madrid, club donde militó 11 temporadas anotando 307 goles en 403 partidos oficiales. Es el jugador argentino con más títulos oficiales en la historia.
Manifesto Design news
Manifesto Design
What’s new – find out what we’re up to at Manifesto Design
C+Golf, the golfer’s edition of Caché+ Magazine, is another of the titles produced at Manifesto Design in close conjunction with publisher William fforde and his team at Beckenham Publishing.
The current edition highlights the Volvo Matchplay tournament at Finca Cortesin, near Marbella, as well as being the launch issue of the magazine in Dubai – ensuring this serious golfer’s title is now also distributed in this burgeoning region.
One of our new clients – Fortunes by Avril – brought us a completely different project to focus on. A highly popular clairvoyant, Avril has been working from the Trafford Centre in Manchester for several years.
In October she visited Marbella for the Mind, Body & Spirit Festival, and we prepared her corporate and marketing material, producing cards, flyers, banners and a pop-up screen, as well as organising photography, writing press releases and promoting her.
Having streamlined the branding of Ben Nott’s architectural practice, we also worked closely with him to produce content and give shape to his new website. It was also a pleasure to arrange and art direct a photo-shoot of one of his stunning new projects in Gibraltar – the exclusive private member’s club 55.
http://www.blanco-ad.com/
A view to die for
Just to prove it’s not all work, and that sometimes the job does live up to its glamorous reputation, in September we went on a press trip to Rome during which we were invited to stay at the lovely Rome Cavalieri hotel. A beautifully appointed suite with a private balcony overlooking Rome by night was certainly the stuff to inspire impassioned writing.
http://www.romecavaleiri.com/
In October we visited our clients and indeed friends at Rimontgó in Valencia, where we contribute to Reality Sense, one of the leading lifestyle blogs on the web. On behalf of Reality Sense, (created by this leading international specialist in luxury real estate), we have interviewed personalities as varied as Spanish league football players, famous food and art critics, leading interior designers, businesspeople and the architect who designed the Hotel Bali in Benidorm (tallest in Europe) and taught Santiago Calatrava at Valencia University.
Check the site out for articles about a wide variety of topics that are updated on a daily basis.
http://www.realitysense.com/
Writing about Spain in Dutch
To keep his hand in with his native Dutch, Michel is contributing a series of articles about the southern Spanish region of Andalucía to a Dutch magazine, Viva España. Voor wie dus Nederlands spreekt is het misschien wel de moeite waard om de volgende website te bekijken.
http://www.temperament.es/
Manifesto Design
Manifesto Design is a firm that offers corporate design and specialises in publishing services.
Although our main base is in Marbella (Spain), we are a highly mobile and internationally minded team who draw on our combination of marketing, product development, design, editorial and writing skills to produce a wide variety of publications and marketing material for our clients across Europe.
Our services include:
Graphic Design
Corporate, Image & Marketing Material
Copy Writing
Magazine & Newspaper Production
Editorial Services & Web Content
Marketing & PR
Web Design
Media Consulting
Tel: (34) 952 880 923
info@manifestodesign.com
http://www.manifestodesign.com/
http://michel-cruz.rimontgo.com/
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