Porto is the second largest city in Portugal behind Lisbon, and in my opinion just as beautiful and quaint. One thing that they both have in common is the amount of hilled streets you will come across whilst you’re here! If you’re looking for a place that has culture, sun and affordable food then this… Keep Reading
A word of warning! If you are thinking of travelling into Spain then you should be aware that you need to have appropriate travel insurance. Back in February this year, the Gibraltar Health Authority (GHA) reminded Gibraltar residents that they should have appropriate travel insurance with medical cover for every trip into Spain. “The GHA… Keep Reading
We all love to holiday near water but have you ever wondered why we are so drawn to the shoreline? Not only is the coast a stunning playground that we associate with relaxation and time off, but increasing scientific evidence proves that being by the sea has tangible health benefits for the body and mind.… Keep Reading
On Friday 2nd June the Ivy American Sports Bar & Grill played host to a gig that many in attendance will no doubt remember for many years to come. Organised by the Musicians Association of Gibraltar it was time for Jesse Mclaren aka The Jesse Tree to come back home and perform like only he knows how. Keep Reading
On July 7th 1940 a Sunderland attached to 202 Squadron while carrying out reconnaissance off the North African Coast, was a attacked by three French fighters, she shot down two and returned to Gibraltar riddled with bullet holes and a wounded gunner, this was the first encounter with the enemy aircraft and the first casualty. On September 14th a London flying boat were shot down by a French fighter over Casablanca, and in October while on an anti U Boat patrol an aircraft of 202 Squadron co-operated with surface craft destroying two Italian submarines, the Durbo and Gondar. Keep Reading
Celebrate good times come on!!!!! Ace Art is celebrating its first year anniversary this July and we wanted to recap the good times. We launched our online gallery last year on the 7th July with the aim to introduce new international artists into Gibraltar and promote and help local artists. Our first Art Revolution… Keep Reading
What point, what purpose would there be in navigating our way through this life if not for a greater good, whatever that may be? I have been asking myself this question of late and the answer that speaks most powerfully to me comes from Michael Mirdad and A Course In Miracles. He explains that we… Keep Reading
Being around local music as much as I have for a long time allows me the opportunity and privilege to make friends in it, especially the musicians. My interviewee is no different and it is safe to say that from the first moment we met, we instantly gelled and became friends. Now living in the UK but forever flying the Gibraltar flag is Daniel May. Daniel was an accomplished musician in the Gibraltar Music Scene and is now a part of UK based band called Debts. Daniel with his new band will be performing on the Rock in September at an event at The Arena hosted and organised by FutureSoundz. I sat down with Daniel to get to know him a little more as well as to talk shop, if you will. Keep Reading
The Royal Gibraltar Police has announced promotions to the ranks of Inspector and Sergeant. These promotions follow the Gibraltar Police Authority’s approval of recommendations made by two Interview Boards consisting of representatives from the Police Service, HM Government of Gibraltar and the Gibraltar Police Authority. They are especially significant as they include the promotion of… Keep Reading
Recently described by the Governor Sir David Steel as the ‘jewel in the crown of charities in Gibraltar’, Cancer Relief Gibraltar celebrates its 40th Anniversary this year. Marisa Desoiza, Chair of Cancer Relief, explains how the charity was started back in 1983. “The Governor’s wife at that time, Lady Philippa Williams, and Maureen Stansfield who… Keep Reading
