As we near the end of June the new beach at Callao Salvaje ‘Playa de Ajabo’ is possibly only weeks away from the completion of phase 1.  A project which had a provisional date of July 2011 is nearing the end of construction. You can’t really see a great difference in the general view of the beach but a lot of work has been going on with the infrastructure of the area.  In particular you will [...]

As many owners will be aware and from the feedback the resort receives from RCI guests, the apartments in the main building are showing serious signs of wear and tear.  This can no longer be corrected by a superficial coat of paint, new curtains and so on. Work has commenced on a medium term refurbishment programme covering tiling, bathroom, kitchen and lounge areas.  Lighting will be improved and [...]

This week all the staff at Pearly Grey had to undergo their annual fire prevention course, a legal requirement here in Spain. The course is quite intensive and covers a full day of theory, instruction and hands on practice. The day starts at around 9.15am with a selection of slideshows, videos and verbal tuition.  After a break for lunch we each have to take an exam to assess what we have learnt throughout [...]

Phase 1 on target Construction of the new beach at Callao Salvaje ‘Playa de Ajabo’ is still proceeding at the predicted level with phase 1 on course to be finished in July 2011. Today we took our excellent and versatile Flip Video down to the beach to get a few short videos and photos of the state of construction.  The difference since our last blog at the beginning of April show just how hard [...]

Play Golf on the 16th of July, and stay at Pearly Grey for only £150! Please email Mariana at: mariana@pearlygrey.com to book! Terms and conditions: This offer is valid for 2 adults, minimum one adult playing Golf in Ingane Yami Tournament and paying 60€ for ticket on top of accommodation fees.  Accommodation is for one week only, in the main hotel from Friday15th of July to Friday 22nd July [...]

The new beach ‘Playa de Ajabo’ in Callao Salvaje is now 3 months into construction and on schedule to finish Phase 1 in July 2011. Here are a selection of photos and short videos taken recently to show the progress of the construction, you will see a distinctive change from the last photos we did which were taken in mid February. Photo slideshow below; And 2 short video clips; Callao beach [...]

Can you believe we are already into the third month of this year; it’s just crazy how time is passing us by. On a personal front, our home is even emptier this year. Saffron our second daughter has just started her first year down in Cape Town University.  She is starting a bachelor of commerce degree. Her big sister Jasmine has successfully completed her first year and managed to organise Saf a [...]

I would like to begin by complementing you all on your participation on our social media websites.  As you probably know this is my first article, please enjoy and make the most of it as it could take me just as long to get around to writing a follow up. As you might be aware, I had to take time off last year due to ill heath.  I have bounced back to action and am now feeling great.  It’s actually [...]

Today, our leader James encouraged us to smile all the time and by doing this to infect our colleague with a positive attitude. As we like to be called to ACTION and we do not waste our time, see how quickly we converted our beautiful faces into a huge SMILE! Or is it because today is …. FRIDAY!!!???? One way or another, we are keeping the smiles on our faces. Hope we make you smile too! Have a nice [...]

Pearly Grey has once again achieved the RCI Silver Crown status for 2011. The award was presented by Julie Houghton of RCI. Receiving the award on behalf of Pearly Grey were Ana Alvarez – Resort Manager & Douglas Kirkwood – Sales Manager. Thanks to all the staff at Pearly Grey who work so hard to help us maintain our resort to such high standards, this award is recognition of your efforts.