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The last Friday of the month, the 30th of January, we meet as usual between 4 pm and 6 pm in the Javea Social Centre meeting room (1st floor). Round table discussion “How Do Generations Shape Us—And Divide Us?” A generation is more than a set of birth years. It is a shared experience of history. Wars, prosperity, technology, crises, and cultural revolutions leave deep marks on those who grow up with them. These moments quietly shape how we work, love, raise…

Review of our Book of the Month – The Watchmaker of Filigree Strret by Natasha Pulley

Friday 10th April 2026 Our visit will include 2 consecutive guided tours, in English: The Legend of the Titanic followed by the Bombas Gens: Memoria Habitada, which allows visitors to discover the historic and architectural heritage of the centre. After the tour, we will travel by coach to the nearby Restaurant Atmosphère for a group lunch. From the producers of Tutankhamun, The Legend of the Titanic is a unique immersive exhibition that combines cutting-edge technology with a museum area showcasing…

Our group of Spanish Culture & Cuisine members left Javea on Wednesday morning, making our way to Elche with a coffee stop enroute. Our destination was the Museu Escolar de Puçol, which turned out to be far larger than we had anticipated. The group was divided into two, one half having a guided tour of the museum with Marian, whilst the other group were practicing their palm weaving skills (under the guidance of Jose, Elena and Melany!) in the workshop.…

Last Tuesday over 60 Travellers Tales members gathered for the first meeting of the New Year at the Javea Players Studio, chatting over a welcome glass of cava and nibbles. The group leader, Angela Chantry, then gave a presentation on her recent trip to Hanoi and Laos with her daughter, Becky – a busy and packed tour, but hugely interesting with amazing scenery. The highlight of the tour was no doubt spending 3 days over New Year’s Eve on the…

Cala Blanca to Cap de Marti/Cap Prim and Back

The first WAG1 wine gathering of 2026, which took place on Jan 21st, was a lively and uplifting start to the year, with plenty of laughter, music and excellent wine. Roger opened the afternoon by wishing everyone a Happy New Year and welcoming members back for what promises to be an exciting new chapter for the group. Mac and Roger have now taken over the leadershipfrom Trevor and Sally and used the occasion to offer warm thanks for their hard work…

The Family History group (genealogy) had their 2026 New Year lunch at the Golf Club. Everyone said what a lovely lunch it was and how much they enjoyed themselves. The next meeting will be a general discussion, questions and answers and stories from the members about their recent discoveries. This will be on the 17th of February at Javea Players studio, 2:30 pm for 3 pm start. There is a €2 charge for the studio. Any U3A member is more…

Restaurante Attico – what a great afternoon

20th January 2026 The first meeting for the New Year takes place on Tuesday 20th January with a presentation by the Group Leader, Angela Chantry, on her recent tour of Vietnam & Laos. Venue: The Javea Players Studio, park at Mercadona in the old town. Two euros pp will be taken on entry to cover the cost of room hire. Doors open at 10.30 hrs, with the talk commencing at 11.00 hrs and lasting approximately 1 hour. New members are…

Saturday 31st January 2026 Our first get-together for the New Year will take place in Restaurante La Fontana which is located on the promenade in Jávea Arenal. See below for the great menu! All members are welcome to attend – come along on your own and join my solos table, with friends, or get a group together and make up your own table (tables for 6+ members). Music for dancing will be provided by Jim Hurst. Programme 19.00 hrs: Arrival;…

Last Thursday, we were treated to a remarkable story when Christine Betterton-Jones shared the tale of the Red String of Fate at a joint meeting of Travellers Tales and the History Group. But what exactly is the Red String of Fate? It’s an ancient belief from East Asia, rooted in Chinese mythology, that an invisible red thread binds two people destined to be soulmates or crucial figures in each other’s lives—no matter the time, place, or circumstances. Christine’s account took…

This trip is now fully booked. If you would like to add your name to the reserve list in case of cancellations, please contact Angela at the email address below. Saturday 24th January 2026 The first Getaway Guided Walk for 2026 will be on Saturday 24th January. The circular walk proposed will be of 2 – 2½ hrs duration, close to Salem in the Safor area, which is about an hour’s drive from Javea. This will be a guided walk…

Granadella Woods

Saturday 28th March 2026 – Booking is now open for this Spanish Culture & Cuisine day trip Our guided tour will begin among the walnut trees of the Cooperativa de Viver, where you will discover how and when the nuts are picked. We will then go to the factory where we will learn the entire process: cleaning, drying and selection of the nuts, understanding the importance of traceability and the local work that guarantees their unique flavour and texture. The…

Come and have fun – and exercise your mind at the same time!

Existing members also welcome!

Rafalet and Las Laderas