We were up and at em and in time for the coffee morning which started at 11:00. It helped us plan the week ahead and cleared up how to book the grandchildren in when they arrive.
After lunch we cycled into Catral just in time for siesta. Most of the shops including the Chinese Superstore were just shutting as we got there. We managed to get some supplies at the Dia Supermarket but we had gone to buy some guy ropes for the tent in an effort to stop it blowing away in the strong winds.
Back at the site in an effort to keep personal wifi usage down we called at reception and made use of the sites free wifi. Then it was back to the van to move it into a more permanent spot on our pitch which maximises the best spot for the sunshine and gives the tent a bit of protection from the wind.
After watching a little bit of the BBC News it was time for Quiz Night and we were fortunate to get sat at a table with a good crowd. We had a great night and even managed to win a prize. Yippee.
By the time we got back to the van there was just time to share a beer whilst putting the bed up and another day was almost at an end in sunny Spain. 20 to 23° forecast for tomorrow. Fingers well and truly crossed.
7 February 2017
We gave the Spanish lessons a miss this morning and had a ride down to Catral for a visit to the Chinese Shop. We wanted to check out the price and quality of guy ropes for the tent. We will call at Caravanas Cruz on the way to Alicante on Saturday now that we have something to compare with and maybe pick some up from there.
Back at the site we turned up late for the Pétanque so we had to have our own game. Kev 3-0 Val, get in. Although it was windy, it was warm. 21 - 23° according to Bay Radio. We sat out in the sunshine for the rest of the afternoon. We haven't put the tent back up yet as there are strong winds forecast for tomorrow.
We had been invited out for a trip to one of the Indian Restaurants in town but we fancied a quiet night watching another episode of The Crown, we've not many left to watch before we have seen the whole series.
8 February 2017
We woke late and had a quick shower before just making the trip to the orange picking. We picked two big bags ready to let the boys do some juicing when they arrive. It was lunchtime before we had time to enjoy that first brew of the day. Lovely.....
The afternoon was spent nailing the outside carpets back down as the wind dropped. No sooner had we got them down before it was blowing strongly again. The tent will have to wait until tomorrow. It was hot enough to sit out so we grabbed a few rays before having a beer in the site bar.
Back to the van for Pointless and then the BBC News at 6:00 which is at 7:00 in Spain. We watched the penultimate episode of The Crown, oh no what will entertain us in future. One more night and then god only knows. We'll have to adopt a British attitude and cross one bridge at a time, not that there are any bridges in The Crown. Anyway, another day was done and dusted, where it went is up for debate. Night, night happy campers.
9 February 2017
The main priority was to hire a car ready for Gregg and the boys arriving on Saturday. We booked through reception, not the cheapest car hire but the easiest. Tony who did the deal, after a bit of bartering agreed that we could fill up the tank rather than pay €70 to fill it up. Thumbs up.
Then it was on the bikes to Catral, Dolores and finally Almoradi where we stocked up on provisions. It was At least 22km round trip and we had to be back for a barbecue organised by Dick & Jacks our friends from Northampton starting at 2:00 bells.
We were home for 1:30 with what I thought was enough time to put the tent up. We were not that late and we had a great afternoon with some good food, good wine and some good company, plus a little Spanish Rum, mmmm... Who would have remembered what time we got there? Our natural wit and charm would have compensated for our late arrival, we hope.
We were back in the van for 9:00pm and the final episode of The Crown. Heavens above, what on earth are we going to watch tomorrow? We'll worry about that when it comes. Night, night happy campers.
10 February 2017
The plan was to cycle to the market at Crevilant but we slept long and hard and woke far too late to go.
We spent most of what was left of the morning trying to get ready for the boys arrival, sorting out sleeping bags and towels and all the other paraphernalia that might be needed.
At 1:30 we had arranged to go for the best fish and chips on the Costa Brava. The chippy was in a little town about 10 miles away from the site and we got a lift with Steve and his wife Gill. We ordered the menu-del-dia for €7. The fish was described as medium but with the chips, mushy peas, bread and butter it was hard work to finish it as the portions were that large. Thank god we didn't go in the evening as we wouldn't have had time to digest it before bed.
When we got back to the site we had to sit down so we went down to the bar and caught up with the email etc.
Friday night is film night so at 7:00 pm we sat down to watch "Girl on a Train", Val really enjoyed it but it wasn't my cup of tea. We didn't stay for the second film. It was back to the van for half an hour with Bay Radio and a cup of Rosie followed by an early night.
11 February 2017
I set the alarm so I could be at reception at 9:30 to pick up the hire car. Would you believe they forgot the booster seats for the boys.
First stop was the market in Catral to pick up groceries. Then to the Caravan Shop in Elche which was closed. Lidl next for more groceries and then up to the beach near the airport to wait for Gregg and the boys to arrive. Normally you can see the flights coming in but not today. Lisa tracked the plane on the computer and let us know they had landed so we made our way up to arrivals and collected our cargo.
First job back at the van was to feed everyone then it was down to the play park and the kids club to explore. Back at the van the boys watched a video whilst we got the tent ready for our first night of sleeping in it.
Thankfully it wasn't a cold night and after a couple of brandies and a catch up with Gregg we got our heads down. The first days visit gone by in the blink of an eye.
12 February 2017
We were up early and showered. Val got is all fed and then it was washing up and getting all the sleeping stuff away. Hard work when there is five in the van at the same time.
First stop was the beach at La Marina where the boys had a great time playing on the climbing frame and dodging the incoming waves.
Then into San Felipe Niri to a Spanish restaurant for lunch come dinner. It took so long to serve the various course that we seemed to be there the whole afternoon. Gregg kept the boys occupied with Pokemon on his phone which started the day on 83% charged but had run down to 0% by the time we left the restaurant.
Then it was back to the site for some time on the play park and into the kids club before heading back to the van for more DVD's and a bite to eat before bedtime.
Night two in the tent and thankfully it was as warm as last night. Another day that has raced by.
I set the alarm so I could be at reception at 9:30 to pick up the hire car. Would you believe they forgot the booster seats for the boys.
First stop was the market in Catral to pick up groceries. Then to the Caravan Shop in Elche which was closed. Lidl next for more groceries and then up to the beach near the airport to wait for Gregg and the boys to arrive. Normally you can see the flights coming in but not today. Lisa tracked the plane on the computer and let us know they had landed so we made our way up to arrivals and collected our cargo.
First job back at the van was to feed everyone then it was down to the play park and the kids club to explore. Back at the van the boys watched a video whilst we got the tent ready for our first night of sleeping in it.
Thankfully it wasn't a cold night and after a couple of brandies and a catch up with Gregg we got our heads down. The first days visit gone by in the blink of an eye.
12 February 2017
We were up early and showered. Val got is all fed and then it was washing up and getting all the sleeping stuff away. Hard work when there is five in the van at the same time.
First stop was the beach at La Marina where the boys had a great time playing on the climbing frame and dodging the incoming waves.
Then into San Felipe Niri to a Spanish restaurant for lunch come dinner. It took so long to serve the various course that we seemed to be there the whole afternoon. Gregg kept the boys occupied with Pokemon on his phone which started the day on 83% charged but had run down to 0% by the time we left the restaurant.
Then it was back to the site for some time on the play park and into the kids club before heading back to the van for more DVD's and a bite to eat before bedtime.
Night two in the tent and thankfully it was as warm as last night. Another day that has raced by.
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