The road

I know there are few who are interested on how the road is getting on so thought I'd post an update on what I saw at the weekend.

The road surface itself was is still the same as it was six weeks ago when we were last in Duquesa, looking like it only needs the top coat to finish it off. Although the road hasn't moved on, all the pavements are now all but finished where as 6 weeks ago there was still a lot to be done. Also there seems to be work going on on the electricity connections which they seem to be finishing off. So all in all it seems work is progressing.

Kevin.

Thanks for that Kevin. How far up does the completed bit of the road go? Is it completed with pavements etc past Phase 2 to the school or just up to the road between phases 1 and 2?

Thanks

Rod

It needs tarmac up to phase two, pavements are in place but no street lighting, but then I don't think there is any street lighting in the completed part of the road (phase two up to Coto Real).  Realistically it doesn't look like it will happen before Xmas, but 'Hey Ho' maybe Santa will drop the tarmac!  When the road improvements were first announced September 07 they said that it would be an 18 month contract that would take you up to April 09, looking at they way they have performed this seems like a more reachable target date.  But, this is only my opinion and they could surprise us all and have it all sorted for New Year!

To me it looks like a weeks worth of work will have it finished.

 I couldn't agree more Kevin, and if you put a rocket up their rear end it probably will be ready next week.  Don't get me wrong I want the road completed as much as anyone else, it would make life a whole lot easier for those of us that have actually completed in phase 1 to get to the port when we need to.  We have been listening to "It will be next month" for a year and we are still waiting, they said 18 months at the beginning and the way it is going that's what it will be. 

Sorry, that might have come across as if I was doubting the 18 months, I wasn't and based on our current experiences of trying to buy in Spain I'd say it's probably optomistic

IF the road was in the UK you'd expect it to be completed within a week....

I was good to see that building work was still going on around the other Arenal developments too.

LOL, your right it has taken a year what should have taken a couple of months, here in the UK the local council would not have allowed the road to be out of service for that length of time.

Yes, it is good to see that building work is continuing in this present economic climate. Are you considering purchasing on Arenal or have your purchased elsewhere? Or are you currently just not too sure about purchasing at all??

We are buying at Arenal. Just waiting for the bank to release the apartment. We were at Dequesa at the weekend to sign power of attorney to the lawyer, sort out NIE numbers and open a bank acccount. Oh, and spend hours looking in furniture stores....

Realy looking forward to having an apartment at Arenal. Fingers crossed.

Kevin.

Good for you, hope it all goes well.  We've been there a year now and thoughly enjoy owning the apartment, great location and beautiful grounds,  which block is the apartment where you are hoping to purchase?

Block 4.

Good Luck and hopefully meet you in the 2009!

Next planned visit is mid Feb but may come earlier if sale goes through this month.

Just got back after a month in new apartment.We looked out for you Kevin but obviously missed you.Good luck with everything-we had a brilliant time and loved the development.It was great meeting Tracey and Rick for a chat too.Met Tony at Fathoms and had a good night in Cheers at the port listening to Sarah Howard singing and playing.Met Romona,Suzanne etc and others.Will post photos next week as we're away tomorrow visiting relatives.Roll on Jan.11th(Just booked April/May too!!)    Padel tennis coming on great! Waiting for challenges!!

Sue

Just a quick note to all for the enthusiasm lately as things still seem to be moving ever so slowly especially with Phase 4. Please don't tell me it's all cancelled - it's not been good lately as I broke my hand, didn't get out to Duquesa in October, euro is so strong etc etc. Can't wait for someone to say the road's complete otherwise I won't be meeting up with anyone until 2010!! It's good to hear it's all worth it from those that are in - keep posting to cheer me up.

And finally, a "happy birthday" to Tracey I believe!!

We are also out at the end of the month for the 4th time since we got the keys in March and wouldn't miss it for the world.  Hang on in there if you can.  It's worth it.

Hi Everyone

Have just uploaded photos for you.I didn't know how to name them though so you will need to look for the dates! There are 4 pictures of the road from different positions(dated 28th Nov);I even managed to capture one lone builder working!

There are 2 pictures of phase 4(dated 29thNov) They seem to be putting lots of workers in there and I was told it is 80/90% finished,but I think that must mean the building construction,not the interiors.

There are 5 photos of phase 2 from various positions(dated30thNov) We managed to sneek in round through a back gate which had been left open.It all looks very good as you can see.

We had a great time and can't wait til Jan when go back again.Hang on in there. 

Sue and Dave

PS I took a picture of your block Freddy which I will send to you.