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Anam Cara Frequently Asked Questions

» What is life coaching?
» How does life coaching work?
» What is the difference between therapy and coaching?
» What should I bring to wear?
» What will the weather be like?
» What is the food like at Anam Cara?
» What is Spanish food like?
» What money do I need?
» How much money will I need?
» Can I get money locally?
» How will I get to Anam Cara?
» Can I hire a car?
» How do I get around at Anam Cara?
» Can I have a single room?
» Do I have to share a room?
» What are the rooms like?
» What sort of people will I meet?
» Is it OK to go on my own?
» Is there a bar at Anam Cara?
» What is the countryside like?
» Anywhere for sightseeing?
» Can I smoke?
» Can I drink the water?
» What if I'm not well?
» What if I suffer from too much sun?
» What documents do I need?
» Do I need a visa?
» Can I use my mobile phone?
» What about the internet?


What is life coaching?
Life coaching is a one-to-one collaborative partnership which supports you in clarifying what you want in all areas of life. Assessment is made of where you are and what actions you need to take to get to where you want to be.
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How does life coaching work?
Coaching works on the basis that deep down everyone has their own answers but need help to discover them. Most people, when asked what they want in their lives, have difficulty knowing the answer. Coaching not only supports to in discovering what you want, it also clarifies your values and the limiting beliefs which can sabotage your success.
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What is the difference between therapy and coaching?
Therapy focuses mainly on making connections between past events and how they impact on the present. Coaching is about leaving the past behind and focusing on the future to achieve success in all areas of your life.
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What should I bring to wear?
Anam Cara is an informal place, and we suggest that you pack for comfort, with perhaps the odd smart casual item to wear to a restaurant.
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What will the weather be like?
Andalusia has the clearest skies in Europe with 300 days of sunshine every year. Most of the time it's very warm, so you need light clothes, shorts and sandals. Make sure you can cover up, including a hat, if the weather is very hot. In spring and autumn it can be cool in the evenings so bring a jumper. Anam Cara is in the mountains so it can be windy. This can be a relief on a very hot day!
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What is the food like at Anam Cara?
We offer a range of meals made from fresh wholesome local ingredients, with a variety of dishes. Three evenings we will eat in local restaurants.
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What is Spanish food like?
Away from the coast Spanish food is quite varied, with the highlights being good meat, fish and salads. Around Alora you will not get British style food.
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What money do I need?
Euros, which you can get from your local post office in the UK.
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How much money will I need?
Enough for coffees, drinks and gifts when we are out. Everything at Anam Cara is included - all food, drinks and meals out.
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Can I get money locally?
You can use your ATM card in Alora as you can in the UK.
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How will I get to Anam Cara?
We will meet you at the airport and drive you to Anam Cara, and return you in good time for your flight home.
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Can I hire a car?
Yes, you may feel you want independent transport. Most people don't bother but it's a matter of personal choice. Car hire is cheap and efficient at Malaga.
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How do I get around at Anam Cara?
We will drive you to restaurants and trips to town. Anam Cara is quite isolated but you can walk to Alora in an hour or so.
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Can I have a single room?
Yes, we have single rooms.
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Do I have to share a room?
No, but it is cheaper for you if you do.
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What are the rooms like?
All rooms have a bathroom with shower, toilet and washbasin. The rooms all have a chest and hanging space plus comfortable beds which can be single or put together for a king-size double.
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What sort of people will I meet?
People like you, who want to do something a bit different with their time, and who want more from a holiday than just lying in the sun (although there is plenty of time for that!)
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Is it OK to go on my own?
Most visitors to Anam Cara come alone. It is an especially safe and comfortable place for single women. Occasionally couples join us as well.
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Is there a bar at Anam Cara?
There is a guest fridge with drinks. All drinks are included in the cost of your stay.
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What is the countryside like?
Beautiful mountain scenery, lovely white villages on the hillsides. There are lakes, mountains and gorges within a short drive.
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Anywhere for sightseeing?
If time allows Seville, Cordoba and Granada are all close enough for a day trip.
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Can I smoke?
Yes but not inside please, and as long as you use the ashtrays provided. Be very careful not to start fires please.
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Can I drink the water?
We suggest that you drink the bottled water which we provide for you.
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What if I'm not well?
There are excellent local pharmacies, also doctors and a clinic.
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What if I suffer from too much sun?
We suggest everyone brings a hat and light clothes to cover up for when the sun is very strong. Drink plenty of water and sit in the shade!
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What documents do I need?
Bring your UK passport to travel with, also your European Health Card and driving licence if you want to hire a car.
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Do I need a visa?
Not for Spain
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Can I use my mobile phone?
Provided you check with your provider that international roving is allowed, you will be able to use your phone at Anam Cara. Reception is reasonable, but can depend on where you are on in the house or garden!
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What about the internet?
We have a radiotelephone with internet link but we reserve these for office use except in an emergency. There are internet cafes in Alora.
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Anam Cara is a great place to be, so why not contact us to find out more?