'When it rains, it certainly rains!'

Gran Alacant finally had a taste of winter yesterday. The heavens opened and the rain came down by the bucket load. Earlier in the day LoungeD paid host to the Monte Mar bowls and Social club and their international counterparts. We opened our doors at 9.30am, serving tea and coffee to all those who took park and would like to congratulate our home team for their success.

Luckily the Bowls club missed the worst of the weather, which hit Calle Holanda about 3pm, flooding roads, in a deluge of torrential rain. Trapped at LoungeD, I spent an interesting few hours, talking to cutomers. The people who live in Gran Alacant are friendly, open and always willing to pass the time of day, part of the reason we love living and working in this part of Spain.

The weather is changing as winter fast approaches. Daytime temperatures are still a pleasant 28-30 degrees, but at night there is a distinct chill in the air. I've put on the winter duvet, the cats are getting in bed each night and in a few weeks the electric blanket will be out.

I hope all our customers are enjoying the changing scene; we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Happy travelling!

Familiar Faces

So far it has been a busy September; last night we had another fantastic evening at LoungeD. Plaza Mayor was busy, as we welcomed friends and familiar faces, old and new. I have been surprised to see the change in vibe, from August to September, having not worked a full season yet in Spain. September is turning into a busy month for us and we are delighted to welcome you all through the doors. If you haven't paid us a visit yet, pop in and say hi!

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Chloe Gray

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Nia Stokes

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Richard & Pat clay

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Familiar Faces

A big thank you to all our customers for making our first month of trading a resounding success. Despite the inclement weather towards the end of August, it was wonderful to see so many familiar faces returning for a drink or two. We are looking forward to welcoming you all during the month of September, on this the first day of autumn. 

Familiar faces

A very happy anniversary to two of out customers, geraldine and alan. all our love to you both!

Today I have included a few reviews from our customers at LoungeD. If you would like to leave any comments or suggestions, you can do so, using our new business, facebook page, or directly to  this blog, (spanishviews.weebly.com;) please use the the contact box at the end of this entry and I will get back to you as soon as I can.

It was farewell to Paul Stokes (Pauls Hire and Michels Gift Shop) family, as they returned to the UK, after their eventful two week stay in Gran Alacant. It has been a pleasure meeting all of them, as it is, all our customers.

Finally some good news for me, since working at LoungeD, I have managed to lose some weight, about a stone now, not surprising working seven days a week, another personal goal achieved. Next time you see me, make sure you keep me running about; for the right reasons. of course.

Muchas Gracias!

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Familiar faces

We have just past our third week at LoungeD and everything is going well; much better than any of us could have hoped for. This last week has certainly been the busiest so far; we are delighted with the feedback, response and the reviews you are leaving on our facebook page; can't thank you all enough. Today is Sunday and we are all looking forward to a busy evening in Masa Square, as The Pub, puts on another spectacular show!

Some more Familiar Faces at LoungeD. We had another busy night last night, as customers return night after night, which is heartwarming; we must be doing something right. I am enjoying my time, behind the bar, meeting some wonderful characters, from all over the World. Last night we had guests from Belgium, Germany the United States, UK and of course Spain. I remember writing an article recently, discussing the benefits of living in Gran Alacant, when I came across some interesting statistics: there are over one hundred nationalities living in this community, a lot more than one would expect to find, in similar sized towns across Europe.  If you haven't popped your head around the door and said hi yet, we would love to see you. 

I had a fantastic day at LoungeD yesterday, not that I haven't on every other day, but this Wednesday I felt on top form. We had some fantastic customers through the door; stories to tell and memories to make. The weather was also on the turn; cooler air was sweeping in along the coast. For the first time in months, we actually had some rain in Gran Alacant and what a welcome break it was; long overdue. As I write this entry today, sat on the sofa, I am not sweating uncontrollably, uncomfortably; It is cooler and much more bearable; a chilly 24 degrees!

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More familiar faces at LoungeD, coping with the Spanish heatwave!

It's been one week since LoungeD opened its doors and what a week it has been. It has been wonderful, seeing so many locals and tourists visiting Masa Squares newest bar.

LoungeD offers a chilled, relaxing environment in which to enjoy a glass of wine, beer or a soft drink. It's great to see regular customers, returning again and again; all of us at LoungeD thank you for your continued support.

Lou and Ged, at LoungeD and the Gran Alacant Advertiser have produced this short video clip, to show our potential customers, just what we have to offer. The compliments and positive feedback so far, is beyond what any of us expected. It has made for an uplifting, constructive and supportive first week of trading.

A few photographs taken for our popular'Familiar Faces' album on our LoungeD facebook page. I will be giving our 'Patron of the year' a special present, this Christmas, the person or couple who have visited LoungeD the most. So far Paul and Michele Stokes, from Micheles Gift and Pauls Hire Shop are in first place!

​Thanks again to everyone who has taken the opportunity to visit LoungeD!