HOT AT ZOCO MARKET

What a scorcher at Zoco market this afternoon, sweat dripping off you, very uncomfortable, but hey must not complain cos thats one of the reasons why we are here.
Not too many people about and all the stall holders were all moaning about the lack of sales. Compared to last year the takings are lower and they are all concerned as this should be the best time of the year for tourists.

Almoradi

This week is the last week in July, so there may be a big increase in visitors as schools are now out in England. Saying that the whole year has been a bit quite.
I too agree Zoco was very hot on Sunday but it didn't stop my wife from spending lol

Commented Chalk Face Academia in Almoradi 2011-07-25 10:54:59 UTC

We all hope the holiday influx of tourists will help the flaging economy get out of the doldrum. I would agree with you Chalk Face that this year has been a lot quieter than the previous year, however we all need to be optimistic as things will inevitably improve in 2012/13.

Commented Rio in Almoradi 2011-07-25 15:01:36 UTC

Hello,
I was out and about today in the the main tourist areas of Villamartin, La Zenia & Playa flamenca and I could not believe the lack of people around. The majority of the bars & restaurants were not full and I feel for all these businesses as this should be the busiest time of the year for them.
Hope things start to pick up as things are not looking too good at the moment.

Commented chrishenrick in Almoradi 2011-07-26 12:13:57 UTC

I agree almoradilife but you can only be optimistic for so long. Looking at the news around the world and listening to our Spanish customers, it looks like the only good thing about this year is that its better than next.
Hope Im proved wrong

Chin up its fiesta.
So do what the Spanish do, party now and worry later.

Commented Chalk Face Academia in Almoradi 2011-07-26 17:32:39 UTC

I am always optimistic and I really believe it will get better especially after next years spanish general election. We cannot go any further backwards as the country will fall into the same trap as Greece, which I am positive will not happen. Anyway as you say lets enjoy the fiestas and worry about it after.

Commented Rio in Almoradi 2011-07-27 18:41:40 UTC