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Naval Station (NAVSTA) Rota, Spain welcomed four forward-deployed Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers in 2014 and 2015 to enhance the security of the European region by providing multi-mission capable warships to the area.

As the ships settled into their routine here, the Navy recognized that there would be a need for training the junior officers (JOs) joining the ships and they took ac-tion by bringing a bridge simulator to the Spanish base.

“It’s been in Norfolk and all the major ports,” explained Senior Instructor Mike Moore, “and when the ships moved to Rota we realized and the Navy realized you need this opportunity.”

USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) was the first to operate Naval Station Rota’s new bridge simulator with their junior officers. Each ship’s junior officers must complete a week of the simulator training.

“This gives the Sailors a chance to drive the ship in a benign environment,” said Cmdr. Charles Hampton, commanding officer of USS Donald Cook.

He added that the training is mostly smooth sailing.“The only challenge I would say is getting enough

time per junior officer to actually drive the ship, but (the instructors) are here to provide the service to the Navy so we can stay here as late as we want. There is a resident trainer here now in Rota, so we can come over now whenever we want when we’re in port and drive.”

The junior officers also expressed their appreciation for the training.“It’s great experience for the new JOs just to get more time driving the ship, you

can try out different maneuvers and tactics that we might not necessarily be able to do when we are underway in some of our operating areas,” said Lt. j.g. Jennifer Jones, Donald Cook’s electronic warfare officer. “You can play around with forces on the ship in a safe environment so if you crash it, there’s not a lot of repercussions.”

The simulator is an essential training tool and will also be utilized in the future by the other three forward-deployed destroyers here. The ships stationed in Rota operate in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations performing numerous missions in support of NATO ballistic missile defense.

The U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa.

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USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) Sailors take turns operating Naval Station Rota’s new bridge simulator Jan. 14. The bridge simulator is designed to give sailors a chance to control a ship and practice different maneuvers in a simulated environment.

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Donald Cook First to Utilize Rota’s Bridge Simulator

USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) Sailors take turns operating Naval Station Rota’s new bridge simulator Jan. 14. The bridge simulator is designed to give sailors a chance to control a ship and practice different maneuvers in a simulated environment.


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Protecting Our Military, OPSEC ImportanceTeam Rota,Happy New Year! As we move into 2016, I want to take this op-

portunity to briefly discuss Operational Security (OPSEC) with you. OPSEC is a multi-faceted concept that strives to prevent the inad-vertent compromise of sensitive or classified activities, capabilities

or intentions. I am sure we have all heard the slogan "Loose Lips Sink Ships." Even though this slogan is old, it still embodies the principle of OPSEC, and here on Naval Station Rota, it is no secret that we have grown and with the war on terror, we all must be aware of this.

I cannot stress the im-portance to think about what we post or say on social media or even when we are out and about at

dinner or visiting other countries.We all have the responsibility to know what information is considered sensitive and knowing when to keep our mouths shut.

To put this into perspective, we will go through extreme lengths

to protect information about things, such as surprise birthday parties and promotion lists, yet we will discuss details of ship's movement, redeployment schedules as well as work, freely and openly. We simply need to take this same mindset (surprise birthday parties) and apply it to our everyday lives.

Below are three key points to use in regards information and social media.

• Perform a risk assessment before posting information about you or your organization. Never post any sensitive information and post information as if privacy or filtering settings do not exist within the site’s functionality. Sensitive information should be left off all social networking sites

• Before accepting a friend/connection request, confirm with them either verbally or face-to-face. This ensures that the involved accounts are neither compromised nor impersonated.

• Be selective of which third-party applications to add to your profile. There is no guarantee that third-party applications have been reviewed or officially approved by the parent Social Networking Site (SNS). These applications could contain malicious code attempting to exploit your account and the site at large.

In closing, it is our responsibility that we take care of each other and our service members while deployed. So please take time to think about what we say and post prior to hitting "enter".

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Attention Patriot Express/CAT B travelers: Passengers traveling on the Patriot Express are encouraged to check in early and check back often. Travelers are able to check in and drop off baggage 24 hours prior to departure and up to two hours prior to departure. Not only does this help passengers drop off luggage, but you can check to ensure your flight is still departing at the scheduled time. It s important to check back often prior to departure in the event the show time has changed. To check the status of your flight, please call Passenger Services at 727-2411/956-82-2411.

In an effort to continue providing the highest quality health care to patients of U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Rota, beginning Feb. 1, 2016, patients referred to a host nation provider will receive all care, treatment and ancillary services (e.g., laboratory tests, radiology exams, medications) through the host nation health care system.

The change allows the host nation health care specialists to safely and efficiently provide the requested services through local host nation facilities, thereby enhancing the evaluation and treatment plan for those patients. Lt. Cmdr. Christa Robinson, a USNH Rota family medicine physician, says the new policy will promote accuracy and timeliness of care to all members.

“We are committed to providing the best quality and safest care to our patients,” Robinson said, “Enlisting the expertise of our Spanish colleagues for the ancillary services related to the specialty care being provided supports better continuity of care for our patients. Plus, it is much more convenient for them.”

This process will retain the current payment structure for active duty and family members enrolled with a primary care manager at USNH Rota, where there are no up-front or out-of-pocket costs for referred care provided by the host nation network.

Retirees will continue to pay up-front for network health care services and will be reimbursed through TRICARE or other insurance policy claims as applicable. Civilian patients will pay up-front for services and receive reimbursement based on their respective insurance policies. To further increase efficiency, additional host nation pharmacies have been added to the local TRICARE network. Network pharmacies are conveniently located in Rota and El Puerto de Santa Maria. These designated locations will accept and file TRICARE claims on behalf of active duty and their family members.

Over 3,000 patients—active duty and their families—are enrolled with a primary care manager and Medical Home Port team at USNH Rota. Services offered by USNH Rota include primary care, audiology, aviation medicine, physical therapy, optometry, preventive medicine, dental, emergency medicine, behavioral health and other surgical and specialty care.

USNH Rota is part of a global healthcare network of 63,000 Navy medical personnel around the world who provide high-quality health care to more than one million patients. Navy Medicine’s highly trained men and women deploy with Sailors and Marines worldwide, providing critical mission support aboard ship, in the air, under the sea and on the battlefield. To find out more about USNH Rota please visit www.med.navy.mil/sites/nhrota.

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1. Do not underestimate water leaks. Repair leaky faucets promptly. One faucet leaking one drop per second can waste 2,400 gallons of water a year. That’s 13 years worth of drinking water for one person.

2. Repair “silent leaks” in the toilet. If food coloring put in the tank ends up in the bowl without flushing, it leaks. Repairing the leak will save up to 200 gallons of water a day. Flush after 45 minutes of testing to avoid staining the fixture.

3. Install low-flow showerheads.

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Four David Glasgow Farragut (DGF) s tuden ts t rave led to Wiesbaden, Germany with their sponsor, Dr. William Brogan, to participate in the annual DoDDS-Europe STEMposium, a weeklong, school-sponsored activity focused on problem-solving in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). Participants were grouped with students from across Europe and were each assigned a STEM job specialty. Based on their specialty, participants were expected to learn and apply STEM related information and tasks to provide a solution to a hypothetical disaster scenario.

This year, freshmen Joshua Babb, Natalia Barber, Julieta Brogan and Tia Savarese represented DGF as Green Technology, Biotech, Computer Simulations and Marine Engineers respectively. After receiving their specialties electronically before their trip, the participants received hints and tasks from STEMposium organizers to help them prepare for the disaster scenario that would be revealed upon their arrival to Germany. According to Ms. Barber, the hints included water based information and seem to point to a tsunami disaster.

Ms. Savarese lost some sleep before her early morning departure from Rota while trying to learn how to build a Sea Perch, a remotely controlled underwater robot made of PVC pipes, which would prove crucial to this year’s disaster scenario.

To their surprise, 2015 STEMposium participants were tasked with addressing, not a hypothetical tsunami, but a real world disaster: marine plastics.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) identifies marine plastic debris as a global problem that negatively affects marine environments and life, as well as humans. The NOAA states that while plastics, from water bottles to polyester clothing, do degrade into smaller pieces over time, they do not completely disappear from the environment.

Because of the pervasive nature of plastics, STEMpositum participants confronted the disaster with a multipronged attack which included research on types of plastics and alternative energy sources; Sea Perch construction; 3-D printing of magnifying lens attachments for cell phones designed to identify plastics in the environment; autonomous, plastic collection robot development; and ocean current computer modeling. Students were supported in their efforts with daily informational seminars

and field trips to a technology museum, aquarium, or space agency.Participants worked in their teams of six STEM specialists every day while also

collaborating with specialists from other teams. “It felt so different than school,” Savarese said. “Everyone contributed [to the team].”Working with problem-solving, STEM-minded peers was a special treat for Natalia

Barber. She described the STEMposium environment as “very collaborative” and a place where she could consistently “put stuff in and take stuff out” of group interactions.

Despite an evening bonfire, fancy tie-dyed shirts and daily teambuilding activities, the STEMposium was not only fun and games. Participants competed against each other, attempting to remove the most plastic from simulated environments using their constructed robots and programing skills. They sat in mock press conferences and fielded pointed questions related to their STEM specialties. They designed tri-fold presentation boards to showcase their group results. Each task provided the teams with opportunities to earn points and factored into their overall ranking.

Eighteen teams participated in this year’s STEMposium. The DGF students competed well and returned to Rota with the following team awards: Babb–2nd presentation and 3rd overall, Barber–3rd presentation and 4th overall and Brogan–1st overall.

By Anne PorcelliDGF Middle/High School

DGF Students Step-Up at STEMposium

DGF 2015 STEMposium participants (from left to right) Natalia Barber, Tia Savarese, Joshua Babb and Julieta Brogan traveled to Wiesbaden, Germany to compete. The DGF students competed well and returned to Rota with the following team awards: Babb–2nd presentation and 3rd overall, Barber–3rd presentation and 4th overall and Brogan–1st overall.

Photo by Anne Porcelli




Am e r i c A n re d cr o s s ex p A n d s emergency communicAtions service

As of September 2015, family members of active-duty U.S. military members are able to initiate emergency messages online at http:// redcross.org/herocarenetwork. Family of active duty and overseas-stationed federal employees can also initiate a message by calling 1-(877) 272-7337 or 956-82-2331, or by walking in to the Rota AMCROSS office between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

BABysitting with cpr component Saturday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

First Aid/cpr/AedFeb. 17, 5 to 7:30 p.m.

preschool services For children with disABilities

Child Find for children 3 to 5 years of age is an ongoing outreach program that locates and identifies children who may have developmental delays or educational disabilities and need special services. If you have concerns regarding your child's development please contact 727-4185 or 727-4435.

wic overseAs Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Overseas is a

nutrition, education and supplemental food program for qualified members of the uniformed services, civilian employees, DoD contractors living overseas and their family members. Participants include pregnant, postpartum and breast-feeding women, infants and children up to age 5. WIC benefits include one-on-one

nutrition counseling, nutrition and health screenings, breast-feeding education, breast pump loan program, infant and child feeding tips and drafts redeemable for nutritious foods. Call 727-2921 for more information.

Alcoholics Anonymous meetingsAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings are scheduled

Tuesdays and Thursdays at 8 p.m. in the fellowship hall at the chapel. For more information, call the DAPA at 727-2161. AA off-base: "Rota Drydock," every Saturday, 7:30 p.m., Calle Calvario, 67, Inglesia del Carmen, Rota (Lat: 36.624466, Long: -6.356386). For information about the meeting in Rota, call Joe Garcia at 629-21-1312 or 956-81-5842. Online, visit http://www.aaonline.net or http://www.aaspain.org.

dlpt, dlAB testing At the ncoNavy College Office Rota has assumed responsibility

for the Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT) and Defense Language Aptitude Battery (DLAB). Testing is by appointment only - walk in testing will not be permitted. Individuals without One-Net access must call Neville Hollin at 727-2126. He will coordinate a time for the individual to come by to Building 3269 to start filling out the SAAR-N for access to One-Net. Access to One-Net is a requirement for DLPT/DLAB testing and a requirement to set up the appointment for testing. For more information, please contact Sandra Whitaker or Brenda Carpenter at 727-2798/2785.

prepAre For the sAt or Act noweKnowledge is donating SAT/ACT Test Prep

Programs worth $200 to all active duty, retired, veterans, Guard, Reserve, their family members, DoD employees and civilians performing military support, as well as their

family members. Materials may be ordered online at http://www.eknowledge.com/DANTES or by calling 951-25-6407.

umuc oFFers multiple degreesThere’s a reason more than 93,000 students have

chosen UMUC. They have experienced faculty with professional knowledge, plus UMUC is regionally accredited and internationally recognized. UMUC Europe offers several certificate programs, along with many associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs. On top of that, there are many other degree options through the UMUC Stateside Campus. Stop by the UMUC office here in Rota and find out how UMUC can help you reach your academic goals. They are open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you can't stop by their office in the Community Service Building (CSB), call them at 727-2917 or email them at [email protected].

centrAl texAs college (ctc) clAsses Central Texas College is a regionally accredited

college serving various certificate degree programs. Currently, CTC is offering four to-face courses are eight weeks long, one night a week, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. There are several other available online degree programs, and registration for these is open every month. If you’re interested in enrolling and registering to take classes, please contact CTC field representatives for more information at 727- 2574 or email CTC at [email protected].

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I saw a meme the other day of two animals sitting on a log looking into the distance. One asked the other: “What exactly are New Year’s resolutions anyway?” The other replied: “It’s a to-do list for January 1st.” Let that sink in for a moment. Hopefully most of us at least made it through January 2nd with our resolutions! But now that we’re three weeks into the New Year, how’s it going?

Human history is replete with accounts of people trying to create habits that get the most out of their physical bodies and make their lives better. Eating healthier is one of the most popular goals among recurring New Year’s resolutions. Year after year, we attempt to form habits to help us reach our goal of eating better and exercising. Yet, year after year, most of us fail miserably and begin looking to the next January 1st – even if it is only January 31st. Why is it that we have such good intentions and yet fail to act consistently? They say the road to hell is paved with good intentions, but so is the road to poor health and obesity.

In the moment, we feel so strong and determined; yet, not much later we find ourselves feeling stuck and helpless. Psychological science may just have a helpful road crew on the way to get us trucking on the right highway,

the one paved with good intentions and good actions. Science has a strategy, and they call it “Implementation Intentions” – a fancy way of saying that you’re going to take your intentions to accomplish a goal and plan a detailed strategy on when and where you’re going to make changes in your behavior to advance towards that goal. This strategy will include something internal or external in the environment that triggers a behavior and moves you closer to your goal. In other words: “Whenever I encounter situation x, I will initiate my goal-directed behavior y”! The plan needs to be specific, e.g. “When I reach for my favorite candy bar, I will drink my chocolate protein shake instead.” The idea is that when the behavior is performed enough times, it will become automatic, that is, a habit that happens almost automatically out of sheer routine and familiarity with little thought, if any. Then you will be well on your way to reaching your goal, whether it be a particular behavior or a certain outcome.

Some might argue that this is nothing more than the old system of setting goals and creating habits – that it’s just dressed up in Sunday clothes and put on display as a shiny new model. But the two are actually quite different. Implementation intentions are subordinate to goal setting. In other words, they serve the purpose of achieving our goals, much like habits. Where your goals connect you as a person to your goal (e.g. “I will eat healthy”), this implementation strategy drills deeper and provides a means by which a person commits oneself to respond to a certain situation in a specific manner (e.g. “I will eat an apple whenever I open the cupboard to reach for chocolate”). These are the very specific, baby steps that will ultimately get us to where we want to go.

To put it another way, the standard goal achievement process is the setting of goals and committing to them; whereas, implementation intentions refers to executing actions

that lead to goal achievement. Habits function much like implementation intentions and can be easily confused as well. The main difference lies in the fact that implementation intentions are formed by deliberate planning, whereas habits are formed through successful repetition of behavior. This strategy is designed to form implementation intentions into habits; as a result, implementation intentions are the steps between goal setting and forming habits that help us accomplish those goals. They mind the gap. So no, this is not your grandfather’s old Mustang dressed up with a shiny paint job and passed off as new.

Now we come to the challenge of getting started. This is often the most difficult hurdle because we face the challenge of expending immediate energy for a reward that is a long way away (like health and fitness rewards). We prefer instant gratification, so we settle for short-term pleasure over long-term gain. Implementation intentions, however, have been proven to help get us started more so than just setting and committing to goals. First, they give us a place to start, a handle to quickly and easily grab onto. Second, they can be constructed to depend more on environmental stimuli. In other words, external cues call for action rather than some internal feeling, especially when those feelings seem to be lacking.

If you’re still having trouble getting started, perhaps you should back up and re-examine some of your goals. Recent research shows that goals should be specific (as opposed to vague), near-term (as opposed to far-term), and focused on learning (learning how to perform a given task) and promotion (focusing on the presence or absence of positive outcomes) rather than performance (measuring capability) and prevention (focusing on the presence or absence of negative outcomes). Examine your goals and your implementation intentions across the span of these criteria and adjust as needed.

This sort of pre-planning makes it easier on our brain when we’re in the moment because we’ve already selected the cue and know how to respond. Making the decision becomes more automatic and the action more likely. The more we practice, the more accessible the experience or habit becomes in our brain. The more accessible, the more quickly and more often we can retrieve it. The whole process from cue to action can become quite automatic. But we’re not completely off the hook – how much commitment or how strongly we feel about our intentions (and our goals) does make a difference in the effectiveness of this strategy.

So set appropriate goals and create implementation intentions that will help you reach those goals. You can start by observing the patterns and rituals you already follow. Remember to follow the formula: “Whenever I encounter situation x, I will initiate my goal-directed behavior y!” Write them down. Practice until it becomes automatic. If it doesn’t seem to be working, go easy on yourself, be flexible, and use creativity to try something new. Experiment. Practice some more until it becomes a habit that moves you towards your goal. Watch out for distractions and target bad habits that compete against and inhibit you from reaching your goals. Form specific implementation intentions to battle both.

Implementation intentions will help you move from merely setting goals to forming habits and reaching those goals. They mind the gap towards making us whole, healthy and happy. The journey is a very spiritual one – one that restores the body, improves our connection with creation and challenges the soul. God has ordained the human journey as one of progressive revelation and response, as well as growth. Don’t let your resolutions become just another January 1st to-do list.

2016 conFrAternity oF christiAn doctrine (ccd) registrAtion

Registration is now under way for CCD classes, which begins Sunday at Naval Station Rota Chapel. Catholic Religious Education classes are offered for children in age groups of elementary through high school. The courses of instruction include Preparation for First Penance, First Holy Communion and Confirmation. Additionally, classes are available for post-confirmation high school aged students. Registration forms are available at the chapel or immediately following Sunday mass. The point of contact is Glenn Ferguson at 638-932-479.

Is there a hole in your heart from a loss of a child or spouse? Sharing your thoughts and feelings can be a powerful part of the healing process. You are not alone here in Rota, Spain. We are looking to set up a monthly bereavement/support group. Please contact Debbie or Scott by email at [email protected] if you are interested.

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Roman CatholicMass- Sunday 10 a.m.- Monday-Thursday, noonCCD- Sunday, 8:45 a.m.Confession- Before Mass or by appointment

Latter-day SaintsLay-led Service- Sunday, 4:30 p.m.

ProtestantWorship- Sunday, 11:45 a.m.- Sunday school for ages 4-12 during Sunday Service

JewishShabbat (Lay-led Service)- Friday, 7:30 p.m.- Saturday, noon

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Team Rota in the SpotlightMA3 Maria Vazquez



Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Maria Vazquez, a native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, works in the Anti-terrorism Force Protect ion (ATFP) unit for base security. Vazquez, stationed here since February of 2014 after completing Master-at-Arms A school, hit the ground running and started on her Bachelors degree. She is only 10 classes away from completing her degree. Although she is putting in a lot of time in her job and working on her degree it hasn’t stopped her from making time to travel.

“So far my favorite place was Rome but I’m getting ready to go to Greece and Amsterdam so I’m pretty sure it will change,” says Vazquez.

Just like her opinion on her favorite country, her job has changed many times since being stationed here.

Vazquez worked in dispatch, the armory, patrols and in the security supply department all before working with ATFP and she has enjoyed each part saying, “You just meet really good people in the Navy.”


Master-at-Arms 2nd Class James Short, left, Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Hunter Zimmerman, center and Electronics Technician 1st Class Bryan Madsen climbed Spain's highest mountain Jan. 9 and have the photos and the information for the write up for the coastline if you guys have any room to print it, the mountain is Mount Teide in Tenerife in the Canary Islands. The mountain is 12,198 feet high.

Photo by MA2 Hunter Zimmerman

Above: Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Electrical) 3rd Class Kyle Brown, from Panama City, Florida, and Gas Turbine Systems Technician (Electrical) 3rd Class Bryant Fossier, from Dallas, perform maintenance aboard USS Carney (DDG 64) Jan. 13. Carney, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, forward deployed to Rota, Spain, is conducting a routine patrol in the U. S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

Photo by MC1 Theron J. Godbold

Right: Sailors aboard USS Ross (DDG 71) conduct sea and anchor while pulling out of Souda Bay, Greece Jan. 13. Ross, an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, forward deployed to Rota, Spain, is conducting a routine patrol in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations in support of U.S. national security interests in Europe.

Photo by MC2 Justin Stumberg

Photo by MA2 Perry LafoeMaster-at-Arms 1st Class Thomas Sexton, assigned to Coastal Riverine Squadron 10, secures a line while mooring up to another 34-foot Tactical Patrol Boat in the Port of Djibouti Jan. 13. U.S.

Photo by BUC Mary MontignyGirls from Girl Scouts Troop 12 learn proper and safe operations of hand tools from the Female Mentorship members of the Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 1 at Camp Mitchell on Naval Station Rota, Spain, Oct. 28. The Female Mentorship program assisted Troop 12 with the construction of three coat racks for the local Girl Scouts hut.


ROTA BLUE DEVILS

Baseball season is quickly approaching. Ireland, Portugal, Barcelo-na, and Madrid, these are some of the places this team has traveled to playing America’s greatest pastime. The Blue Devils will host a tryout Saturday January 23rd/30th at 1100. If you want to get back into the game, contact Jon Chapman with the details of our team:

Email: [email protected] Cell: +34 661 528 995.

Diversity Club Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Naval Station Rota’s Diversity Committee celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day by teaching some of Rota’s youth about what Martin Luther King Jr. did and why we celebrate a day in his honor.

The committee recognized the importance of teaching the younger generation about the reason for the holiday and why it is not just a day off from school.

The public affairs officer for the diversity committee, Religious Programs Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Perez tells us what they did to teach the children and the significance of this historical figure.

“We wanted to read to the children as well as have a Martin Luther King Jr. impersonator and give the 'I have a dream' speech to the children.”

After the speech, the children got to listen to two books read aloud for a special storytime about Martin Luther King Jr. and his accomplishments. Members of the Diversity Committee took turns reading the selected books to the children.

Members of Naval Station Rota's Diversity Committee read books about Martin Luther King Jr. aloud to children at the base library's storytime on Jan. 19.

An impersonator gives the famous Martin Luther King Jr. "I Have A Dream" speech to children at the base library storytime Jan. 19.

Photos by MC3 Michaela Garrison

ByMC3 Michaela GarrisonNAVSTA Rota Public Affairs


face classes are taught Tuesday through Friday, 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Online classes are also available each semester. The MHR is a non-thesis program which includes four core classes, six electives and one internship experience for a total of 36 semester hours. For more information, call OU at 727-2799 or email at [email protected].

erAu hAs A progrAm For youEmbry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) has

the graduate, undergraduate and certificate programs to help you achieve your academic and career goals. While in Rota, with Embry-Riddle Worldwide, you can get your education in a way that works best for you: in the traditional classroom, available at more than 150 locations throughout the world; online, from anywhere across the globe; EagleVision Classroom-web video conferencing between classrooms; EagleVision Home Web video conferencing from the convenience of your home; and Blended, which allows you to combine learning modes to suit your lifestyle. Visit our website at http://worldwide.erau.edu or contact your local office at [email protected] to learn about available programs and courses. Call ERAU at 727-2984.

culturAl seminAr: "cArnivAl"Monday 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. One of the largest and spectacular "Carnivals" in Spain takes place in Cadiz. Carnival is a festival season that occurs immediately before Lent and Cadiz has become the liveliest and most dazzling carnival town in mainland Spain. Carnival is famous for its comical, hilarious and original characters, as well as humorous and satirical song groups known as Chirigotas, Comparsas, Quartets and much more. You will probably first notice the elaborate costumes which are equally festive and cheerful, comparable with those of any great festival of this nature. Attend this cultural seminar to know everything about it. Call 727-3232 to register.

sAving & investingTuesday 9 to 10 a.m. Retirement? Kids College? TSP? 401K? This dynamic workshop gives you information you need to make an informed decision about your future. Call 727-3232 to sign up.

credit mAnAgementTuesday 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. I owe, I owe, it's off to work I go. Wondering if you're using credit appropriately? Find out what determines the cost of credit. Discover your own debt ratio and the warning signs of too much credit. Sign up at 727-3232.

developing your spending plAnTuesday 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Hands on training to determine your financial fitness, realize your goals and plan for your future. You will leave the class ready to save, pay down debt and track expenses. Call 727-3232 to sign up!

nmcrs oFFiceNMCRS Office hours: Monday through Friday 9

a.m. to 4 p.m. Office contact: VPN 727-1614 or Commercial 956-

82-1614After-hours or holidays: 660-984-511 and VPN Cell:

18-727-0800

BABy BAsics clAssThursday, January 28th 2016 from noon to 2 p.m. at

the OB/GYN Clinic

nmcrs thriFt shopDoes your New Year Resolution includes better

financial habits? The NMCRS thrift shop is a great way to find low-priced, high-quality used items.

Thrift Shop hours: Monday, Wednesday and Friday 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Every 2nd and 4th Thursday 5 to 7 p.m.(First 30 minutes priority shopping to active duty

members and their dependents)

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Where were you on January 1st? If you were sweating off the holiday eggnog in the gym or embarking on another self-improvement goal, then you were in good company – 45% of Americans set resolutions at the beginning of the year. Less inspiring, one in three of those goal-setters will give up by the end of January.

Whether you’ll be enjoying the thinning crowds at the weight rack as 2016 eases into Valentine’s Day, or enjoying an extra slice of pizza, you can feel good about accomplishing an important goal if you resolve to take advantage of the services the American Red Cross offers to the Rota military community. It’s not too late to set one of the four resolutions below:

1) Make an Emergency Contact List (Red Cross Emergency Messages)

When a family emergency strikes, day or night, the Red Cross activates its worldwide network of caseworkers to help get the active duty/DoD civilian and their dependents home as quickly as possible.

In 2015, the Red Cross provided an emergency message or other casework service to 318 community members at Naval Station Rota, Moron Air Base and Lages Field, Portugal.

Looking forward to 2016, the Red Cross now offers a new self-service tool that our community members can use to initiate their own message online at www.redcross.org/herocarenetwork in addition to calling the 24-hour call center 956-82-2331 or visiting the Red Cross office during the duty day.

2) Learn CPR (Preparedness, Health and Safety Services)

If you or a loved has a medical emergency in a public place on Naval Station Rota, there is a good chance the first person to come to the aid is Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certified thanks to our Red Cross Volunteer Instructors or one of our community partners.

In 2015, The Red Cross trained 65 community members in CPR. Join the ranks of lifesavers in your community this New Year!

3) Prepare an Emergency Kit (Disaster Cycle Services)

Are you prepared to provide your family with food, water and shelter for 72-hours after a natural or man-made disaster? The Red Cross can get you on the right path with a free “Be Red Cross Ready” class.

Make a New Year’s resolution to get a kit, make a plan & be informed.

4) Serve your Community (Volunteer Opportunities)When you saw the Red Cross providing services in

2015, you were seeing volunteer community members taking lead and delivering service for the community. The Red Cross is a volunteer-led organization and a great environment for leaders to make an impact on their community. Join our rank of professional, active volunteers in 2016.

A Good Year to Volunteer

By Cassidy MasseyAmerican Red Cross Volunteer

We want to remind all PCSing Department of Defense (DoD) passengers of health concerns associated with transporting pets, especially snub or pug-nosed pets. All pets are susceptible to the risk of heat stroke, respiratory problems, and the possibility of death. The risk is increased for snub or pug-nosed pets. For health and safety concerns, we recommend pet owners discuss their pets’ susceptibility to complications with a local veterinarian prior to air transport.

service provider Announcement

Pet Movement Concerns


Beloved pets and their owners filled Spanish churches on Jan. 17 for a blessing on the Day of Saint Anthony, patron saint of animals. On Fiesta de San Antón, celebrated in most cities and towns across Spain, animal lovers bring their pets of all kinds including dogs, cats, horses, rabbits, birds, snakes, pigs, etc. to parks, plazas and churches around the area to receive a splash of holy water and be blessed by the local priest.

It is believed that by following this tradition each year, the blessing ensures the animal remains in good health and receives additional protection from the patron saint of animals.

San Antonio Abad, or San Antón as he is more commonly known, was a Christian monk from Egypt most famous for being the first to practice the asceticism of going into the wilderness to renew one’s faith through nature. This is how he became associated with animals. San Antón is usually depicted wearing his monk’s robe with a pig at his feet.

The festival begins with a mass, typically held outdoors due to the large number

of people and animals, and then ends with the releasing of doves. The celebration continues with a parade through town and an exhibition of the many animals in which spectators can enjoy the variety of animals, many dressed in sweaters and festive attire.

Attending the festival means you can be a part of a communal ritual where everyone, whether religious, or non-religious, Spanish or foreigner, can participate.

Organizers at the event set up multiple stands and local music bands also perform during the exhibition.

Fiesta de San Antón is a great opportunity to meet with friends, make new friends and experience a cultural tradition. You may bring your own animal to be blessed and spend the day with other pet lovers and animals or simply go to see all the animals gathered together and witness the splashing of Holy water upon them. Be sure to grab a tapa and enjoy the sights. Fiesta de San Antón kicks off a springtime full of events including the upcoming carnival, Holy Week and feria.

The fiesta occurred in El Puerto de Santa Maria and Sanlucar de Barrameda this past Sunday, but you can still catch this fiesta in Rota on Jan. 31, and again in Jerez Feb. 7.

The Blessing of the Animals, Fiesta de San AntónBy NAVSTA Rota Public Affairs

Rota Fiesta de San Antón: Jan. 31 Feria fairgrounds11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Animal contest1:30 to 2 p.m. Blessing of the Animals, parade to follow

Jerez Fiesta de San Antón: Feb. 7Parque Gonzalez Hontoria (by fairgrounds)11 a.m. Mass, Blessing of the Animals to follow around noon1 p.m. Parade


There are three main elements to long term weight management success -- nutrition, exercise and lifestyle change. Attaining your target weight is a big accomplishment and maintaining a healthy weight requires a certain amount of daily attention and committment to good nutrition, regular exercise, monitoring and other self-maintenance practices. Maintaining a healthy weight is not a simple quick diet fix, but a lifestyle change where you must commit to a healthier life.

Create a healthy home environment by keeping fresh fruit on your counter and fresh seasonal produce easily accessible. Keep away from the less nutritious treats or eat only small portions. Try to fit physical activity into your daily life at every opportunity and move as much as possible. Encourage your social circles by inviting your friends or family to join you at the gym, or a run or bike ride. Attempt to set goals that will keep you motivated, like wanting to feel more confident instead of wanting to fit into a certain size or style of bathing suit.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to weight maintenance. Create your own strategies and see what works for you to keep the weight down. In turn this will help you maintain a healthy weight. For questions about this or any Wellness topic please contact us at 727-3350. Stay motivated and Healthy for Life Rota!

By USNHR Health Promotions Department

Staying Healthy Is A Lifestyle


After leaving the big city of Budapest, my husband and I traveled into the rural countryside of Croatia. It was quite a change from the busy and exciting metropolis.To get the most authentic experience, we stayed in a remote cabin on the banks of the Korana River. Heated by a wood stove, staying in the cabin was definitely roughing it a bit, but it more than made up for the inconvenience by providing a million dollar view. We chose the location based on the proximity to Plitvice Lakes National Park. The park was an experience unlike any other I have ever had. From the crystal clear pools of turquoise water to the cascading waterfalls, Plitvice lakes pleasantly surprised us. The whole park looked like something out of a fairytale! We spent all day hiking over the many trails, and we could have spent much longer! I would recommend getting there early to beat the tours and taking the longest trail as well as the boat ride.

Plitvice lakes tricked me into thinking that there was no way Croatia could top our wonderful experience at the park. But Croatia proved me wrong and just got even better! We headed to the west and drove along a scenic parkway covering much of the coast. When we reached our destination, the town of Brsec, we were blown away by the kindness of the inhabitants and the beauty of the little town. We stayed in a beautiful apartment with a breathtaking view of the sea, complete with hosts who brought up Croatian coffee and breakfast in the morning. Croatian coffee is a delicate art form and the locals take it very seriously. It is rich and delicious!

Unexpectedly, our very favorite part of Croatia was the remote beach of Brsec. We wandered down a windy path and suddenly stumbled onto the most beautiful

beach I have ever seen. We were alone on the small sandy strip hemmed in on all sides by towering cliffs and skirted by clear, blue water. It was so peaceful as we swam out in the natural bay. Over all, I was very impressed with all of Croatia’s natural beauty, but I am convinced that this beach is Croatia’s best kept secret!

By Anna WartakContributing Writer

Croatia; A Magical Fairyland Waiting to be Discovered

Anna and her husband take a stroll along a wooden walkeway through Plitvice Lakes National Park, taking in the picturesque turquoise waters and cascading waterfalls.

The remote beach of Brsec surrounded by cliffs.

Photos by Anna Wartak


I’ve been stationed at Naval Station Rota since March 2013. I haven’t done a lot of traveling outside of Spain other than to Japan, but I finally got a chance to travel to a few European countries, so let’s talk about Europe.

For the holidays, I visited Madrid, Dublin, London, Amsterdam, Berlin and Seville. Of all the places my husband and I went, we definitely agree that Dublin and Berlin were our favorites, but everywhere was great! If you’re thinking of going to any of these cities, don’t hesitate.

If you love history, do not leave Europe without venturing to Germany. It’s beautiful, the food is wonderful, and the history is rich. The only downside I can think of is the ketchup. They have curry ketchup and it was not my favorite. However, if that’s the only downside, I think I can live with it.

During our stay we did a walking tour through a group called New Europe Tours. You can set up a tour with them through their website, www.neweuropetours.eu. Our tour guide was hilarious. He had apparently majored in World War II history, so we were in good hands to learn about the Third Reicht.

The tour involved different memorials, some that you may not find on your own, such as the Memorial to Homosexuals persecuted under Nazism, and others that are just more interesting with background information.

If you have small children I wouldn’t recommend the tour only because it lasts three hours with a 30-minute break halfway through. We also took the time to explore the Berlin Wall Memorial. There are remnants of the wall all over and the memorial is a beautiful park with all kinds of information about what each piece of the park means and across the street there is more information about the building and destruction of the wall.

I would highly recommend Berlin. It is a beautiful city and we were lucky when it came to weather.

I wanted to see snow but instead we had a couple beautiful sunny days. It was cold enough for winter coats but it was still beautiful for Germany in December.

Weather in Dublin was a bit of a different story but it didn’t put a damper on our trip. It rained a little every day we were there. Regardless, Dublin took our breath away. People are friendly, places are beautiful and things to do are plentiful.

We enjoyed walking everywhere in Dublin because there were so many sites to see along the way. We

enjoyed the sites of the Dublin Castle, the Jameson Distillery and so much more. We didn’t enjoy drinks at the Brazen Head, the world’s oldest pub, but we did pass by and snap a few photos. We stopped by Temple Bar to enjoy a few drinks and live music, which you can find in almost every bar there.

We didn’t get a chance to visit the famous attraction of the Guinness factory but we did take a tour at the


Exploring Multiple Cities Throughout Europe

Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate is built where a former city gate stood to mark the start of the city of Berlin to the town of Brandenburg an der Havel. This site kicked off the Third Reicht tour.

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Photo by Paolo Bayas

Check this week’s schedule at www.rotamwr.com

To show the most current movies, Flix posts the weekly schedule every Wednesday, which allows films to play as soon as they arrive.

If interested in birthday packages or if you have questions please e-mail the theater manager, [email protected]

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By Krysta MurrayNAVSTA Rota Public Affairs

Cádiz: February 4 to 14Rota: February 6 to 14Jerez: February 6 to 14

Sanlucar: February 6 to 14El Puerto: February 7 to 14

Algeciras: February 12 to 14Chipiona: February 13 to 21

Carnaval Schedule

Carnival Traditions, History In SpainCarnival is closely connected with Easter celebrations, usually occurring the week

immediately before the beginning of the 40 days of Cuaresma (Lent). With a large Catholic influence, carnival is a widespread tradition throughout the Kingdom of Spain. Most notably are the largest carnivals in the country located in Cádiz and on the island of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Carnival’s origins are often debated, but have found roots with Catholics in Italy when they began a tradition of holding a costume festival just before the commencement of Lent. Since Catholics aren't supposed to eat meat during Lent, they called this festival "carnevale," which roughly translates "to put away the meat." This may sound similar to those familiar with Fat Tuesday. Mardi Gras is the American version of carnival. The infamous Fat Tuesday began because Catholics had to use up all of the meat and butter before the following day, Ash Wednesday.

Carnival in Cádiz lasts 10 days and is the largest mainland celebration in Spain. It is essentially a large street party with costumes, music and food. Many costumes tend to be satirical, poking fun at major news headlines or political parties.

The music is a major part of the celebrations in Cádiz. Most famous are the satirical groups of performers called chirigotas. You’ll find singers and performers dancing in the streets to the music at the Plaza Catedral and at the singing competition held at the Gran Teatro Falla. Between street theater and daily fireworks displays, the Carnival at Cádiz certainly entertains. It’s a wild, rowdy party dating back to Roman and Greek times with Cádiz's carnival dating back to the 16th century. The Grand Finale is one of the main attractions of the fiesta: it is held on the first Friday of Carnival and lasts until the following morning. On the first Sunday, don’t miss The Gran Cabalgata (Great Parade). It proceeds down the avenue at the entrance to the city and attracts tens of thousands of people. The second parade is the Cabalgata del Humor (Comedy Parade) the following weekend. You can see processions, concerts, comedians, children's puppet theatre shows as well as plenty of spontaneous singing in the street.

If you plan on attending Carnival this year, plan now. The event draws large crowds and parking becomes limited very quickly. Be sure to look up the ferry schedules from Rota or El Puerto de Santa Maria or other modes of transportation such as train or bus. Lodging is not always easily available either so be sure to book in advance.

Carnival is celebrated in all cities and towns throughout the province making it a great tourist attraction wherever you decide to attend.


Long-Range Events

Area ActivitiesEvents This Week

mozArt FestivAlThe Soloists of London, Friday through Sunday, Palacio de Congresos (Friday at 8 p.m.), Teatro Comico (Saturday and Sunday at 8 p.m.), Cádiz, tickets €16 to 22

FlAmenco show,Flamenco show by Chantal Goudard Company, Friday, at 9 p.m. Sala Central Lechera, Cádiz, tickets €10

operAOpera – Otelo of Giuseppe Verdi, Jan. 28 to 30, at 8 p.m., Teatro Villamarta, Jerez de la Frontera, tickets from €30

tours

Castillo de San Marcos, El Puerto de Santa Maria, free guided tours, Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 and 1: 30 p.m. For more information and reservation call 627-569-335, tickets €6 adults, €3 children

Jerez Flea Market Sundays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Alameda Vieja (by the Moorish castle), Jerez de la Frontera

Guided tours through “Puertas de Tierra” and “Torreon” (old city gate and tower), Tuesdays through Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., free admission

Alcazar de Jerez, oldest Moorish Fortress of Jerez, camara Oscura, octogonal tower, Arab gardens, Villavicencio Palace, Oil mill, Mosque and Arab baths. Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturday and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Guided tours through Luna Castle, Saturday and Sunday at 1p.m. and p.m. Prior registration is required at the Tourist Office, #2, Cuna Street, tickets €1.

Ruta de los Sentidos, a guided tour in El Puerto de Santa Maria, (Caballero Bodegas, bullring, public market, cathedral), Mondays through Saturdays 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., for more information call 649-88-2288, or visit http://rutadelossentidos.com

Ruta por El Puerto y Bodegas Osborne, guided tour, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m., tickets €10 for adults and €5 for children, call 697-34-5807

Como Bailan los Caballos Andaluces (How Andalusian Horses Dance), every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday at noon. Recreo de las Cadenas, Duque de Abrantes Avenue, Jerez de la Frontera, tickets €19 to 25, call 956-31-8008 or visit http://www.realescuela.org.

River Journey “Sanlucar-Guadalquivir River-Doñana Park,” Real Fernando Ship, Fabrica de Hielo, Bajo de Guia, daily, at 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., adults €17.27, children €8.64. Call 956-36-3813 or visit www.visitasdonana.com

Archaelogical Museum, Plaza del Mercado (downtown), Jerez de la Frontera, #956-14 95 60

“El Chorrillo” second hand market, Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sargento Cespedes Street, Rota

Sevilla Bullring guided tours, daily 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., tickets €7, call 954-22-4577 or visit www.realmaestranza.com

Sevilla, Reales Alcázares (Moorish fortress) guided tours, daily, 09:30 a.m. and 5 p.m., tickets €8.75

Sevilla Cathedral and Giralda tours, Mondays 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Tuesdays - Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays 2:30 to 6 p.m., tickets €8.

FlAmenco

XX Festival Flamenco de Jerez, Feb. 19 to Mar. 5, Teatro Villamarta, Plaza Romero Martinez, Jerez de la Frontera. Visit www.festivaldejerez.es for more information.

Flamenco show by Chantal Goudard Company, January 22, 9 p.m. Sala Central Lechera, Cadiz, tickets €10

Flamenco show, Sanlucar de Barrameda, Fridays, 10:30 and 11:30 p.m.

Bodegon de Arte “A Contratiempo,” #5, San Miguel Street, Fridays and Saturdays, tickets €12, call 653-071-099 or visit http://www.bodegonacontratiempo.com

Flamenco show, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 1 and 10 p.m., Tabanco El Pasaje, Santa Maria Street (by Post Office bldg.), Jerez de la Frontera, free admission

Art

"Jerez's 9th Annual Flamenco Fashion Show" Feb. 11 to 14, Gonzalez Byass Bodega, Jerez de la Frontera. Visit www.pasarelaflamencajerez.com for more information.

Permanent sculpture display by Luis Vasallo, Centro Cultural Reina Sofia, Cadiz

Permanent sculpture display by Cornellis Zitman, Casa de Iberoamerica, Cadiz

eAt/drink

"Eriza Popular" (free tasting of raw sea urchins) Jan. 31 at 1 p.m. downtown Rota. Private organizations promoting Carnaval activities.

Gonzalez Byass Bodega, Manuel Maria Gonzalez Street.Jerez de la Frontera, Mondays through Saturdays at 1, 2 and 5 p.m., tickets €12 to 15

Sandeman Bodega-Jerez de la Frontera Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 11:30 a.m., 12:30 and 1:30 p.m.

Barbadillo Bodega-Sanlucar, Tuesdays through Saturdays 11 a.m., €6

music

Mozart Festival–The Soloists of London, Friday and Saturday, Palacio de Congresos (22 January at 8 p.m.), Teatro Comico (23 and 24 January at 8 p.m.), Cadiz, tickets € 16–22

Opera–Otelo of Giuseppe Verdi, Jan.28 to 30, at 8 p.m., Teatro Villamarta, Jerez de la Frontera, tickets from €30

Opera–Hamlet, Feb. 5, 8:30 p.m., Teatro Villamarta, Jerez de la Frontera, tickets from €22

"Bailar en Viento" Manuel Carrasco in concert. April 9 at 9 p.m., Chapin Soccer Stadium, Jerez de la Frontera

AC/DC in concert, May 10 at 10 p.m. (gates open at 8:30) Estadio de la Cartuja, Sevilla. Tickets are €75 to 500.

Music Festival "Al Rumbo 2016" July 14 to 16, Chipiona. Visit www.guiadecadiz.com for more information.

After seven years in El Puerto de Santa Maria, Monkey Week music festival has moved to Alameda de Sevilla this October. Dates TBD.

Upcoming Holidays

Dia de Andalucia Feb. 28 Semana Santa (Holy Week) March 20 to 27


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BICOC AS HOME C ARE SERVICES: Looking for domestic HELP? Yes we can help you!! Would you like to employ a part time nanny, cook, cleaner, seamstress, babysitter or housekeeper in general? We will also help you with all the required documents. Ask for Manuela 672-45-5175 / [email protected].

SEEKING EMPLOYMENT: Dog sitting, lots of experience who loves animals. Home care provider lots of experience. Worked in the States for 7 years. First aid, CPR and courses in child abuse detection, safety, learning environment and health, exc. references with lots of children and elderly experience, has transportation, excellent spoken English. Call Inma at 617-18-3881.

L O S T A N D F O U N DDo you think you lost or misplaced something? NAVSTA Rota Lost and Found may have it! We currently have lost property in our inventory. If you have lost or misplaced personal items

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HOUSE: 200 m2 house in 1,200 m2 plot for long-term rent by owner, 3 bdrm., 3 bath, in Camino de la Reyerta (5 min. to Chipiona and Sanlúcar), sheltered parking space, automatic gate, roof terrace with sea views, dog house, large garden, mosquito nets, ceiling fans, detached summer house with own kitchen, terrace, bar, bathroom, and barbecue area. 250 meters to the beach, 20 min. to base; listed in housing. Pictures on http://www.sweethomespain.es, ref. nº70037. English fluently spoken. Price €1,800 negotiable; direct from owner. Please call 667-58-6839 or email [email protected] for more details and viewings. Available now.

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SINGLE FAMILY HOME 5 bed, 3 baths, in fantastic condition fully insulated with A/C and open fire. Basement and automatic door for drive entry. Very close to base located in quiet area of Valdeazahares Registered with housing. €1,800. Managed and maintained by a British company so no language problems, call Mark at 617-46-6295 for viewing.

GREAT APARTMENT 2 bedrms, 1 bath, very large terrace and underground parking, very close to base, beach and restaurants, ideal for a single person or a couple. Registered with Housing. €1,100 Managed and maintained by a British company, so no language problems, call Mark at 617-46-6295 for viewing.

AMAZING APARTMENT FOR RENT IN FUENTEBRAVIA: 2bdrms, 2bath, w/large covered outdoor living space. 2min

walk from Fuentabravia gate, 1min walk to beach. Quiet neighborhood w/street or garage parking available. U.S. Veteran-owned. New kitchen w/gas stove, new light fixtures, and furniture (if required). Internet and cable ready, with A/C. Cleaning service available. Available for long-term and short-term rental to include TDY. Call Jay for details 643-34-03-58.

HOUSE FOR RENT IN PUERTO: Calle Currican, 6, 4 bdrm., 2 bath “adosado” in quiet neighborhood; living/dng. rm w/ chimney and built-in bookshelves. Ample pantry in kitchen; breakfast nook w/skylight; large storeroom; deck off upstairs rear BDRM; balcony off upstairs front BDRM. A/C Heat. Front porch and yard w/orange tree; on and off street parking; 6 mi les to USN HQ; 10 min. walk to beach. Listed with housing, or call Tomas Santana at 649-43-9254.

CHALET IN EL CARMEN: 300 m2 built, 2 floors, 600 m2 lot, 5 very ample bdrms., dressing rooms, 4 full bath, large living room, game room, laundry room, large kitchen, enclosed fireplace w/vents, central heat and A/C, ground level parking with automatic gate. A-1153. Price: €2,100/mo. Call 667-46-1878 or 956-85-0183.

ATTACHED HOUSE IN EL AGUILA: 200 m2 built, 2 very ample bedrooms plus 1 bedroom in the half basement, 3 bath, living room, separate dinning room, kitchen with office, large half basement, covered porch, yard, central heat and air, ground level parking. A-1381. Price: €1,500/mo. Call 667-46-1878 or 956-85-0183.

R O T A D U P L E X I N P R I V A T E G A T E D COMMUNITY American-owned (Jardin de la Almadraba) 3 bedrms w/built-in wardrobes, 2.5 baths, patios, pool, private parking, and garage. 1 block from beach and forect. A/C. €1200. Listed in housing. Contact Ivan at DSN 268-3725 or [email protected]

GREAT 2 BDRM, 2 BATH APARTMENT, f u r n i s h e d / u n f u r n i s h e d , A / C a n d heat, recently refurbished, kitchen ful ly equipped, walking distance to Rota gate, €1,300 (negotiable), listed in Housing, call 679-34-1926.

BRAND NEW TOWN HOUSE , A/C and heat, fireplace, balcony, patio, driveway, close to Laguna del Moral public park, nice and quiet area, 5minutes from Rota gate, walking distance to t h e b e a c h , € 1 , 5 0 0 ( n e g o t i a b l e ) , listed in housing, call 601-23-8022.

SEMIDETACHED HOUSE, 5-min. walk

2006 PEUGOT 206 XS90, 89K miles, € 3 , 8 5 0 , e co n o m i c a l f u n c a r, re d, 4-door hatchback, manuel, ITV good, European specs, call 653-78-0296.

BMW 530 diesel, my personal car for years, maintenance up to date, fuel efficient yet powerful, €4,900, European specs, ITV good, Call 653-78-0296.

2006 OPEL ZAFIRA, 7-seater family car, small and efficient compared to other 7-seaters, mint condition, 1-year guarantee, transfer paid, €6,200, all maintenance up to date, new timing belt, filters etc., 79K miles, European specs, ITV good, Call 653-78-0296.

2012 FORD MUSTANG GT Premium Coup 2D, one owner, 11K miles. manual,6-Spd, V8, 5.0 liter, mint condition, $24,300, ITV good. Call 642-97-5228,serious Inquires only.

2 0 1 5 M I N I C O O P E R , b l u e w i t h white stripes, one owner, 5K miles, mint condition, $21,300, ITV good, American specs, call 642-97-5228..

2000 RENAULT CLIO, AUTOMATIC, 5-door hatchback, dark blue with cloth interior, A/C, electric windows and door locks, one owner, always parked in garage, timing belt changed two years ago, 30 mpg, like new, €2500, firm price, call 951-08-1719.

2003 AUTOMATIC CHRYSLER SEBRING, ve r y c o m f o r t a b l e c a r, I T V g o o d, European spec., €3,950, 653-78-0296..

2 0 0 3 O P E L M E R I VA , 3 1 K m i l e s, €3,700, gasoline, in nice shape, ITV good, European spec., 653-78-0296.

1999 AUDI 90, 4-door, manual, good condition, European spec, ITV good until October 2015. €1,500, call 647-749-016.

2 0 0 7 O P E L A S T R A C A B R I O : Excellent condition, insurance for one year, ITV until 2017. Price €7,500. Contact [email protected]..

2004 AUTOMATIC HONDA CRV: Gasoline, Euro spec., great car, must see! $7,500, perfect family car. wCall 626-23-5593.

2002 AUTOMATIC OPEL VECTRA: 49,500 miles, in excellent mechanical, body and interior shape, timing belt, water pump just changed, up to date on maintenance, new disk pads and tires, €3,850, 653-78-0296.

F O R S A L ETaylor guitar GS8, serial no. 1103220084, perfect condition, hard case included. Asking $1,700, cal l 638-605-328.

R E N T A L SPROPERTY MANAGEMENT: Cleaning and maintenance, key handling, access to U.K.

A U T O S2 0 0 1 3 2 3 I B M W , A U TO M AT I C , 87,578 miles, grey, leather interior, IT V good, insurance good through April 2016, $4,000, Call 674-990-772.

2001RENAULT LAGUNA, luxury edition, 78K miles, in great shape, €2,900, new clutch, timing belt recently changed, all maintenance up to date, one owner, ITV good, European specs, call 653-78-0296.

2005VOLKSWAGEN POLO 1.4, 89K miles, metallic gray, in excellent shape, €3,450, ITV good, European specs, call 653-78-0296.

DAIHATSU TERIOS, SUV in excellent mechanical condition, good interior and body work, Euro specs, ITV good, why such a bargain? It has the steering wheel on the UK side, €1,590 call 653-78-0296

2002 BMW 318, very nice car in very nice shape, 64K miles, silver, manual, ITV good, Euro specs, €3,950 call 653-78-0296.

TOYOTA COROLLA VERSO, Automatic 7 seater, excellent car, 98K miles, ITV good, Euro specs, €4990 call 653-78-0296

2 0 0 5 O P E L A S T R A , g r e a t c o n d i t i o n , I T V g o o d u n t i l 2 0 1 6 , a s k i n g $ 2 , 4 0 0 , c a l l 6 3 8 - 3 0 - 1 7 2 3

2014 SUBURU WRX STI LIMITED, manual, silver, leather, 20K miles, American specs, $38,000 OBO, text Reid at 676-25-0569

2003 VOLVO V40 STATION WAGON, good shape, 78K miles, IT V good, European specs, €3,950, call 653-78-0296.

2005 MERCEDES CLASS A, AUTOMATIC, 65K miles, €5,900 gasoline, a great running car w/transfer included, ITV good, European specs, call Ray 653-78-0296.

2 0 0 4 C H R Y S L E R V O Y A G E R 2 . 5 diesel, 7-seater, immaculate, 73K miles, fuel efficient car, ITV good, European s p e c s, € 4 , 9 5 0 , c a l l 6 5 3 - 7 8 - 0 2 9 6 .

2002 VOLVO S40 2.0T, good clean car, 63K miles, wood and leather interior, all the extras, €3950, ITV good, European specs, call 653-78-0296.

2003 AUDI A6 2.4I AUTOMATIC, Dual zone climate control, power steering, new tires. Perfect! 120,000km, call 656-92-7340.

1 9 9 8 V O L K S W A G E N G O L F CONCEPTLINE, independently audited and in excellent mechanical shape, ITV good, European specs, €3,650 to be moved quickly, call 653-78-0296.

2004 FORD C-MAX TD-CI TREND , AUTOMATIC, diesel, si lver, in great shape, 98K miles, ITV good, European s p e c s, € 4 , 9 0 0 , c a l l 6 5 3 - 7 8 - 0 2 9 6 .

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Jameson distillery. We had a great tour guide and an awesome time. They taught us all the secrets and differences between Jameson, American Whiskey, and scotch. We learned the history of Jameson as well as how it’s made.

If you ever have the opportunity, Dublin and Berlin are two wonderful cities in Europe I would highly recommend. London was beautiful too but it wasn’t my scene. However, if you are looking for sites to see London should be your go to. You will find something around every corner. From Big Ben, which incidentally is actually not the tower, but the bell housed in the tower. You can also find Tower Bridge and the Buckingham Palace. Around every corner you will see something beautiful. That is a promise.

Amsterdam is also beautiful and friendly. We didn’t take a trip to the red light district or to Anne Frank’s house, but we did enjoy lots of food and made new friends there.

If you enjoy biking, rent a bike and travel the whole city. If it’s rainy, buy a pass and ride the buses, the trains and the trams. You can see so many beautiful things in Amsterdam. And remember that Cafés are where you want to be, coffee shops, not so much.

Between Madrid and Seville, I’ll choose Seville every time. I’ve been there so many times and I love it more every time. It’s so beautiful. Madrid is beautiful as well but there’s something about the Seville atmosphere that is much more inviting. Both should be places you visit while living in Spain, though.

In Seville you can find many places that are sets from movies or TV shows. Plaza de Espana might look familiar to those of you oddballs that are fans of Star wars Episodes one through three. For our Game of Thrones fans, you’ll find some familiar places in the Alcazar used as the set for the city of Dorne. If you aren’t a movie buff, then just walk around, there are plenty of sites to enjoy from the Cathedral to Torre de Oro.

Madrid has a couple palaces to see and of course you should order the churros in chocolate. If you have been in Rota for a month or more and haven’t had churros and chocolate, you are making poor life decisions.

We all have our own opinions and our favorite places to visit. These are just some of my favorite places from a quick trip. We flew to each destination in order to save time, but we could have easily traveled by train to most of them as well. If you get a chance to go anywhere that could possibly be exciting, take the opportunity and run with it. There is so much to see just outside your front door. Europe is a beautiful place just waiting to be explored.

Michaela stands in front of the Chapel Royal. It no longer holds masses or Divine Services and is now the property of the Irish Army.

Photo by Paolo Bayas

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