Brian Taylor
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fires stabilised Canarian Weekly – https://www.canarianweekly.com/posts/UPDATE-The-forest-fire-in-Gran-Canaria-is-95-stabilised
The “snags” we hit last year turned out to be significant ones linked to a growing mismatch between two bits of software we use to manage the website and display adverts.
After much investigation a way forward was found a few months ago and our website developer has now nearly completed the work to completely revise how we create and edit adverts – this will give members a single page for each advert that brings together the main advert panel and the extra information with edit sections for each area of the advert
In addition the page will show details for any enquiries received and each advert will have its own “url” (the address link used in your browser – which means you can share the advert details with anyone on social media or by email).
The display pages for adverts on the public pages for the “panel” or “tile” view will remain similar to now and the list view will also be retained though with an updated layout.Subject to final testing over the next few weeks we expect this to go live during August and we will email more details to all members
(to resolve the “snags” found last year we are having to change the software we use to display webpages – this involves updating nearly all the webpages over the next month or so – you will see some changes in layout while this work takes place and then a bigger change when we swap fully to the new software. We will keep members updated as this work proceeds).
It was really interesting to attend the June meeting and more notes will follow – it was my first meeting as I was away in February on a long planned long haul trip that was booked over a year ago
Members may also be interested in the work that goes on outside of the meeting itself
- on the Monday before we had a tour of the behind the scenes areas like plant rooms – we saw the newish plant room for air cooling and the fire suppression room and also the new control system Anfi have installed to manage the new equipment
We also looked round the grounds and discussed the lift indicators which are failing and very old - have to say the new air con equipment certainly held up well in the very hot weather keeping apartment cool at 21c when outside was over 35c
- we later met with committee members from the other Del Mar clubs to discuss items of common interest
- and after the formal meeting we had a discussion with some of the other committee members
- I’ll do a few more notes about the the meeting itself
When I was at Anfi at the end of June in the last few days of my stay there was a lot of work bringing in new cabinets into the shop and also work on the front glazing and the roller front doors to the unit
I have heard that the shop fit out is ahead of schedule and it may open before September – there was still quite a bit of work to do when I left as ceiling needed fitting and much fitting out to doHats off to the workmen as the temperature was 35-40c during that week and they kept at it!!
The next OGM will be held by Zoom on Thursday 28th Sept starting at 7pm and finish by 9pm
Formal notice will be sent out at least 6 weeks before the meeting and members can raise questions upfront or during the meeting
We are changing the OGM format to reduce the overall time and feel that an evening meeting will be more convenient for many members than one at a weekend
We will issue reports upfront and then allow
– 1 hour to cover reports and resolutions i.e. the “formal” bit of the meeting
– 1 hour for Q&A and discussion – covering both questions sent in upfront and items arising from the meeting
from the UK gov website today
“The Spanish government has declared an end to the health crisis caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and has lifted all compulsory requirements to wear face coverings (‘Entry requirements’ page).”
Time updated: 2:21pm, 5 July 2023
and a plan of the temp shop locations during the works for new Spar
some photos of the current state of the new Spar shop – photos from me and Geoff Matthews
Hi Trevor
Philip’s already replied and the Spar is still where it was when you were at Anfi last i.e. at end of the shopping area and close to Puerto entrance
There is also the mini Spar at Anfi Beach receptionOff site there are Spar shops in, amongst other places
– just off Patalavaca roundabout
– in Arguineguin near the sea front (with a very good ice cream bar)
– in Puerto Rico opposite the newish shopping mall (the Spar there has good fresh fish and meat counters and a small beer hall with free samples!)
At end of the mall is a HyperDino
Well worth a look round the mall as you may not have seen it finished on your last visitRegards Brian
Hi Trevor
the current Spar is open – the new one is close by in the old shopping area
Regards Brian
Hi Robert
Sales are still working – I met with rep last Nov and they tried to sell an upgrade to our Monte floating week to change to a points contract for Gran Anfi & claimed better availability
It wasn’t a compelling proposal !!
quick reminder that the next Monte Anfi resort committee meeting is on the 27th June – please contact me if you have any queries
The agenda includes items about the balcony flower boxes, toiletries and dispensers, renewal of furniture, repairs to concrete, replacement fund for 2024, and legal status of the floating system amongst other items
Kind regards
Brian
Hi Robert – was there any damage from the storm – on forecast it looked like it would move away after Wednesday
Hi Robert
Pam was out recently and says masks are not needed on buses and taxis though masks are needed in clinics and hospital settings
Perhaps always best to take a few masks just in case rules changeEnjoy your stay at Anfi – I’m out from 24th June for the Monte committee meeting – we never seem to get to Anfi at the same time!
Kind regards
Brian
Hi Trevor
Yes the work is ongoing as a lot involved in converting the new area for SparRegards Brian
that’s a really good point – I had read it as though the week was resale but of course if may not be & well worth Andy checking as you say if it was a direct week – is it in fact too late of Andy can prove he inherited via a Will etc
Hi Andy
What Sales have said is pretty much the case – unusual I know but true in this case!
Anfi do not normally let resale weeks be put into AVC – I had a direct week and a resale floating week (which I bought after the direct week) and Anfi would not let me put the floating one into AVC
One year I think there was an option to sell and buy back the week and then put into AVC but it wasn’t a low cost optionI had an old style contract for my direct week and managed to get the floating week into AVC as part of signing a new contract (and then the week goes into AVC Weeks and not the AVC Points system – to do that would be more €€€)
I’m afraid I know of no other way for you to get your resale week into AVC – other members may be able to confirm or know if there is a way roundIt is always just possible Anfi may change the rules in the future but they have always kept AVC for direct weeks as an incentive to buy direct
Kind regards
Brian
After looking further at availability, we believe it would be difficult to hold a physical OGM this year – hence we will be planning for a Zoom style one.
Format wise we’ll send reports sent in advance with the formal part of the meeting being questions from members about those reports. We will aim for a 1 hour formal OGM then after a short break have 1 hour open questions – hence a 2 hour slot which we hope will work better on Zoom and for most members availability.
For dates we will be emailing members to see which option works for most members
– we could still go for Saturday the 30th September in say the morning or evening– or for one weekday evening close to that date either 6-8pm or 7-9pm
We will also consult on whether members would like the opportunity to meet via some regional face to face meetings if enough members are interested. These would not be full committee meetings and would have committee members living locally attending.
We would look for locations in the south east, midlands, north west and north east, and Scotland – not to do all of them but see which gets enough members to make it worthwhile.We could also hold online meetings to give updates and allow discussion – either to supplement regional meetings or as an alternative to give wider participation. The survey will gain feedback on which options most members prefer.
Regards Brian
Thanks for the feedback Doreen – we are indeed now looking to hold a virtual OGM this year though perhaps supplement with some local meetings if there is sufficient interest
Regards Brian
just for info this is from Anfi’s website – though it says via AVC activities many members have used the service and I’m pretty sure my wife booked for a relative when they used our week –
How can I arrange my transfer from the airport?
Transfers can be arranged via our Anfi Vacation Club Activities & Services department by completing the form found in ‘Contact Us’ and selecting ‘Airport Transfers’ as the subject. To ensure we can fulfil your request, we recommend you send us your details at least 2 weeks before your arrival. Specially adapted vehicles for wheelchair users can be organized by request.Alternatively, arrangements can be made over the phone, a minimum of 2 working days before arrival, by calling our Customer Service department on +34 928 152 990 and choosing Option 1 or by sending an email with your membership, flight and reservation details directly to transport@anfi.es
Your return journey should be arranged once you are on site via the Reception or Anfi Vacation Club Activities & Services department, a minimum of 2 working days before departure. If applicable, the cost will be added to your room bill to be paid at the end of your stay.
Please note, if you are entitled to a free transfer, a request must still be made as described above, a minimum of 2 working days in advance, otherwise the cost may be charged to your room account or in some cases we may not be able to provide the service.
It’s a good question – there is online form via the Anfi members area and goes to this link – https://anfi.com/en/anfi-vacation-club-avc/airport-transfer.htm
When you look at the form the question at end asks if your are an Anfi member or not – so I believe non members can be booked in though you seem to have to go initially via members area to get there!
(if you are an AVC member you can use your “free” transfer for another person)I’d suggest your cousin fills in the form and just checks she gets confirmation back – or you could double check with Customer Services
Hi Robert
Thanks – I’d heard when I went over late November that there was quite a delay – over an hour – though perhaps a one off
We’ll be sending an email out shortly to sound out members on options for the OGM & dates
For a face to face meeting we are currently looking at the 30th September with options for the 2nd or 9th September & with a potential location north of Birmingham due to hotel availability and cost
A virtual meeting would allow a greater choice of dates including weekday evenings
Hi Robert – I’ve heard some people have had a delay when Anfi are waiting for passengers to come through – have you found it fairly quick using the Anfi bus
Hi Sarah
I’ve made the advert live now – it may be to do with the bank transfer payment which needs manual work to make the advert live compared to card via Stripe – I’ve emailed you with with a little more background on this
Kind regards
Brian - on the Monday before we had a tour of the behind the scenes areas like plant rooms – we saw the newish plant room for air cooling and the fire suppression room and also the new control system Anfi have installed to manage the new equipment
