Sunset Beach Club

New Hairdressing Salon at Sunset Beach Club: Venus Hair Design

Hairdresser at Sunset Beach Club

The first customer....

Today is the big day! After weeks of refurbishment and decorating, the new Hairdressing Salon at Sunset Beach Club is officially open. Venus Hair Design has taken over the running of the Salon and, from today, Lisa and her team will be providing a professional and friendly service to hotel guests as well as non-residents.

Venus Hair Design has been established in the UK for over 15 years and their new salon at Sunset is their first in Spain. The new salon has been completely re-fitted with the latest equipment and the new decoration makes for a comfortable and relaxing hairdressing experience (as you can see in the photos).

The salon will be using the finest quality products (Matrix) and all their hair stylists will enjoy regular ongoing training to ensure clients receive the very best standard of hairdressing.

For information on pricing, please take a look at their website www.venushairdesign.es They offer two levels of pricing based on the experience and training of their stylists.

Venus Hair Design

Lisa gets ready to welcome the 1st Customer

Opening times are as follows:

Tuesday to Thursday – 10:00am to 6:30pm

Friday – 10:00am to 7:30pm

Saturday – 10:00am to 5:30Pm

Sunday and Monday – Closed

For any enquiries or to make an appointment, please call nº – 952 579403

Guests staying in the hotel can dial extension 3011 from the phones in the apartments

Malaga’s New Automobile Museum: A Car Lover’s Paradise!

Malaga Car MuseumAs from the end of last summer, Malaga city has a new museum: The “Museo Automovilístico de Málaga” (Malaga Automobile Museum). Located in the Tabacalera building, the old tobacco factory, this modern installation has 6000 m2 dedicated to one of the most important car collections in Europe. This is more than a regular trip to a museum, it’s an experience that will provide fun, entertainment, art and culture to all visitors.

The museum is divided into various themed areas which exhibit a collection of more than 90 cars like the Toyota Harrier Singapore, all restored to incredibly high standards (the collection actually has 120 models; however, only 90 are available for the public to view). These themed areas transport visitors on a trip through time – 3 centuries – showing and illustrating the evolution of the automotive industry, both aesthetically and mechanically. (more…)

An Unexpected Musical Treat at the Oasis Restaurant

Barbershop singers at Sunset Beach Club

"Viva"

Last Saturday evening, guests enjoying a meal in our Oasis Restaurant were treated to a somewhat different musical experience: an impromptu performance by the “Viva” quartet, four very talented singers who are members of SABS, the Spanish Association of Barbershop Singers.

Gail, Barbara, Anthea and Lyn were enjoying a relaxing weekend break at Sunset Beach Club and whilst dining in the hotel’s restaurant, were invited by hotel entertainer, Tina Rose, to get up and sing for our guests. For anyone who is unfamiliar with Barbershop harmony, Gail and the rest of the “Viva” quartet sing a cappella; basically, it’s unaccompanied vocal music. No music, no instruments, just four fantastic voices each with a distinctive tone. Great fun to watch and even better to listen to!

The “Viva” quartet hope to visit Sunset Beach Club again soon; who knows, we might even be able to persuade them to put on a show for us! In the meantime, they will be busy preparing for their associations annual get together, suitable named “En Armonía” (In Harmony) which takes place in Murcia from the 8th to the 11th April.

Anyone interested in Barbershop singing can find out more about the Spanish Association of Barbershop Singers on www.sabs.es

Golf Green Fee Offers for the Month of February

Golf Green Fee offersThe Golf season here on the Costa del Sol is in full swing and we’re starting to see more golfing guests around the hotel. At this time of year, golf courses in the Costa del Sol start to get busy and can be pricey! But don’t dispair, Annemie and Susanna on our Golf & Leisure desk have managed to negotiate some great offers for green fees for the month of February!

The following prices are for 2 green fees and a buggy…..

La Cala Golf – €108

El Chaparral Golf – €102 (Until 21st Feb 2011)

Santa Clara Golf – €162

Torrequebrada Golf – €158

Santa María Golf – €126

La Quinta Golf – €170

Alhaurin Golf – €92 (until 15th Feb 2011)

Los Naranjos Golf – €177

Lauro Golf – €128

For more information and to book green fees, please call +34 952 579400 (ext. 3053) or email golf@sunsetbeachclub.com

Staff Training at Sunset Beach Club: Improving Employee Skills to Provide a Better Service

staff trainingStaff training here at Sunset Beach Club forms a key part of our Human Resource Management Strategy. Every year, staff from all departments take part in training courses designed to improve their skills and ultimately, to provide a better level of service to our guests.

Last year (2010), Jose Enrique from our Human Resource Department did a great job in organising training for over 30 members of staff. Thanks to the wonders of technology, much of the training was through online courses which made the logistics a little easier. Here’s a quick summary of some of the training that took place: (more…)

A Fun Day Out at the Races: The Winter Season Starts at the Mijas Racecourse

mijas racecourse

The Mijas Racecourse will be opening for its 2011 winter season next month (February), having been closed for its annual break.

Horse racing enthusiasts will be happy to know that the winter programme includes 6 race days between February and April (see programme below). Entrance are only €5 per race or a season ticket can be purchased for €20; children and teenagers under 18 are allowed free entry.

The Mijas Racecourse has fantastic facilities which cater for all the family. There are bars and restaurants for the adults as well as a wide range of activities for children, including bouncing castles! Races during the winter months start at 11am and the Racecourse has free parking available for all visitors.

The Race programme for this winter is as follows:

Sunday 13th February – 11am

Sunday 20th February – 11am

Friday 25th February – 4pm

Sunday 27th February – 11am

Sunday 6th March – 11am

Friday 22nd April – 4pm

Enjoy the races! Make sure you don’t bet too much on the horses! 😉