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We love our Bahrain, but we sure could take a break from its heat. Although this doesn’t mean we pack up and leave, let’s have a staycation right here in our beloved kingdom. This issue of Bahrain Confidential includes all the tips and tricks to unwind and not burn out, literally.

Elsewhere in this issue, you’ll encounter the hottest new designers, an escapade to Egypt, some new diet trends to try and so much more.

Put on your sunblock, find some shade and unravel reading this issue cover to cover.

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culinary festival Where the world comes to your seat Don’t miss our award-winning culinary and theme brunch at the Al Murjan Ballroom.

Let our chefs offer you special delicacies and a delightful selection of drinks, in a lively atmosphere.

Monday’s Seafood Night: Offering the best selection of the freshest catch.

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1-30 1-30 1-30 13 Bahrain Summer Festival

Al Fann, Art from the Islamic Civilization

Where: Arad Fort

Where: Bahrain National Museum

Held under the slogan “Muharraq Capital of Islamic Culture”, the 10th edition of the Bahrain Summer Festival is returning with a thrilling consecutive two-month program! The festival, which will be located in Nakhool Tent at the historical Arad Fort, will offer a variety of children’s activities and workshops from 18 June to 18 August.

For more information: Tel. +973 1729 8777 info@culture.gov.bh

The exhibition introduces the public to the great and multifaceted nature of Islamic culture through the spectacular al-Sabah collection of Islamic Art. Broadly divided into two parts, the display illustrates a chronological progression broken into four stages and tackles themes that run transversely through Islamic art.

For more information: Tel. +973 1729 8777 info@culture.gov.bh

The Stamp Seal: Hallmark of Dilmun and its Hidden Art Where: Bahrain National Museum 'The Stamp Seals: Hallmark of Dilmun and its Hidden Art’ draws on the permanent collection of the Bahrain National Museum and some highlights from the National Museum of Kuwait.

The display illustrates an exceptional selection of seals spanning the 3rd and 2nd millennia BCE and examines the use, techniques, diversity and splendour of the Dilmun seals.

For more information: Tel. +973 1729 8777 info@culture.gov.bh

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Dubai Summer Surprises

‘Arabs Are Not Funny’ Comedy Night

Where: Citywide

Where: Dubai Opera

Dubai's highly anticipated summer shopping extravaganza is back for another exciting season! This year, Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) comes packed with amazing deals and promotions from the city's most-loved retailers. There's plenty to do from 22 June to 4 August 2018, with exciting activities for the entire family.

Enjoy exclusive shopping deals, daily surprises, thrilling competitions and shop-andwin promotions.

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A hot ticket on the UK comedy circuit, Comedy Night, in association with Arts Canteen’s ‘Arabs Are Not Funny’, will see a host of comedians hit the Dubai Opera stage on 6 July for the very first time. Cross cultural humour and experiences will set the tone for a hilarious evening sure to resonate with a multicultural Dubai audience.

The Definitive Rat Pack

Suzanne Vega Live

Where: Dubai Opera

Where: Dubai Opera

The Rat Pack was the definition of style and class during the 1960s Las Vegas music scene, with songs by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Sammy Davies Jr still very much loved today. Composed of Stephen Triffitt, Mark Adams and George Daniel Long, the Definitive Rat Pack will perform well-known hits such as ‘Fly Me to the Moon’, ‘The Lady is a Tramp’, and ‘Amore’ at Dubai Opera in what promises to be two incredible nights (3rd4th July) of live entertainment.

Widely regarded as one of the most brilliant songwriters of her generation, Suzanne Vega emerged as a leading figure in the folk music revival of the early 1980s. Since her critically acclaimed debut album was released 32 years ago, she has sold over seven million albums and has been nominated for seven Grammy awards. She will perform at the Dubai Opera on 5th July.

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Staycation

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Summer Tips

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Take care with what you wear when outdoors When you are out and about exploring and not in the comfort of an air-conditioned environment, choose your clothes carefully. Our skin is the largest organ in the body and its job is to help the body regulate heat by controlling the amount of moisture lost from the top layer of skin.

Contrary to what most people believe, wearing sleeveless tops and shorts which expose a greater amount of skin can lead to greater moisture loss in a very short period of time in extreme heat, leading to dehydration. Instead, choose loose comfortable clothing in lightweight and light colored fabrics to counter the effects of the heat. This will also show respect for local culture and customs, where wearing very skimpy clothes, particularly in public places can cause offence.

Tips

for surviving the summer heat in Bahrain

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ummers in Bahrain are HOT! At the height of summer, temperatures are typically above 40° but there are many days when the temperature can hover around the 48° mark! Luckily, most places are air-conditioned, keeping us comfortably cool and hydrated. If you are in Bahrain during the summer heat, we have our top nine tips.

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Drink plenty of water This may seem like rather obvious advice, but is often overlooked. Make sure to always carry water with you, even if for a short ride from your home or hotel to your destination. The best way to drink water is to sip a little water at regular intervals rather than gulping it all down.

Bottled water is available everywhere. This is particularly important when you plan on going to the beach as many people cool off with a swim in the water and neglect to drink plenty of water at regular intervals. This can lead to mild illnesses such as a heat rash or sunburn or more serious problems such as heatstroke.

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Head out early for outdoor activities If you plan on outdoor activity during the summer months, it is best to head out early in the morning before 7 a.m. so that you will get a good couple of hours of outdoor fun before the sun reaches its strongest. Make sure to wear sensible clothes and shoes and as mentioned before, carry plenty of water and hydrate at regular intervals.

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Use sunscreen Use a good broad-spectrum sunscreen with a mid-range SPF and follow reapplication instructions diligently to ensure that you remain protected from harmful UV rays which can cause skin irritation and rashes, wrinkles and fine lines and premature aging. Prolonged exposure to the harsh sun, especially from around 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on hot days may even lead to skin cancer so invest in a good sunscreen and carry it with you wherever you go.

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Cool off in the water Have fun in swimming pools! What more is there to add on this?

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Eat smaller meals more regularly There is a good reason why we feel less hungry during hot weather; this is our body’s natural way of regulating temperature. The heavier a meal, the more energy the body needs to expend to digest it, making us feel more lethargic. If you want to feel more energetic despite the scorching heat, eat fewer lighter meals at regular intervals. Cold soups, refreshing drinks, plenty of fresh veggies and fruits are all excellent summer foods and will give the body the nutrition it needs without draining its digestive resources.

Enjoy a tepid shower You might think this odd advice for a steamy day, but taking a lukewarm or tepid shower in hot weather is an effective way to regulate temperature.

Cold showers will cause the body to produce more heat later on.

If you’re feeling really flustered, run your hands under cold water for a few seconds with your palm turned up or a quick feel-cool fix. There is a major vein running through this part of the body and contact with cold water will immediately cause the blood to cool down.

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Take advantage of airconditioned shopping malls A trip to the mall is a great way of keeping cool and comfortable in an air-conditioned environment.

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Stay fit with indoor exercising There are plenty of excellent gyms in Bahrain, from small corner gyms to large world-wide establishments.

During summer months, many gyms offer promotions and discounts to draw in more members so take advantage and workout in the comfort of an airconditioned gym.

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Staycation

Summer at The Ritz-Carlton

Bahrain Confidential provides you a sneak peek into what The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain has in store for your summer.

Weekday Pass Enjoy the summer season at The Ritz-Carlton, Bahrain and turn the warm weather into an incredible experience, sipping Thai mocktails by the infinity pool or perfecting your tan in one of the beach cabanas. Pass provides full day access to the Royal Beach Club facilities including The Ritz-Carlton Spa. • BHD 25 per person (includes one lunch buffet at La Med) • Offer is available Sundays-Thursdays until August 31, 2018

Summer Glow at The Ritz-Carlton Spa Get glowing and revitalize your skin this summer with our exclusive wellness package. Enjoy a full body massage followed by a re-awakening “Vitamin C” scrub to help protect your skin against free radicals and pollution.

Price: BHD 90 / 90 minutes Valid July 1-September 30, 2018

For more information or bookings, call +973 1758 0000 or visit www.ritzcarlton.com/bahrain

Ritz Kids Summer Camp What’s the most fun your kids can have this summer?

Ritz Kids! Children aged 4 to 12 are welcome to join us for exciting activities. As Jean-Michel Cousteau says, “All kids start out as scientists, constantly asking ‘Why? What’s that? How does it work?’” Ritz Kids resort experiences tap into that innate curiosity by introducing our youngest guests to both the natural wonders and the rich cultural traditions of our resort.

Looks like a perfect summer to us, how about you? n

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14th June - 15th July CafeAmsterdamBH worldcup.bh Cafe Amsterdam, Block 338, Adliya, Bahrain | Reservations: +973 3619 7774

Staycation

Summer Staycation Bahrain Confidential brings to you summer staycation deals from across the kingdom

Four Seasons Kids For All Seasons Summer Camp at the Four Seasons from June 20 – September 30 from legendary outdoor camp experience to culinary events, swimming lessons, and educative art workshops - there’s no better place to be this summer.

Operating Hours: Sunday to Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday to Saturday: 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM The packages: • 1 hour - BHD 7 • 3 hours - BHD 15 • Full day - BHD 30* • 5 days - BHD 135* • 1 week - BHD 155* • 2 weeks - BHD 265* • 1 month - BHD 400*

Four Seasons

*with lunch or dinner Summer camp is complementary for in-house guests and spa members.

Traditional Moroccan Hammam Experience our Traditional Hammam that includes a black soap application to deeply cleanse and purify, followed by a full body exfoliation with kessa gloves and Miel d'Ambre body scrub. Feel renewed with a gentle exfoliation for the face and conclude the experience with a traditional stretching ritual leaving you feeling completely revitalized. Only for BD 65 for 60 minutes.

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Staycation Indulgent Hammam Pamper yourself with our Signature Hammam followed by the Ceremonial massage drawing on the Moroccan rituals including an application of heat packs to relax muscular tension, stretching to ease aches and a combination of massage techniques using Ougent d’Argan which will melt in to the skin to nourish and leave you feeling deeply relaxed. Only for BD 130 for 120 minutes.

For more information and reservations, call +973 1711 5001

Downtown Rotana Summer Friday Brunch Amazing Summer Friday Brunch at Flavours on 2, enjoy an array of International and local dishes for only BD18++ with soft drinks or BD26++ with selected beverages. Exciting live cooking stations dedicated to making your food the way you like and a live performance to keep you entertained. Book now for 4 people and get 2 free.

The fun will not stop here! You can also enjoy free pool access.

Don’t miss this amazing summer offer!

For more information and reservations, call +973 1311 9999

Movenpick Summer Private Classes.

Sheraton Day use of the Pool Join us for a summer swim, we offer a day-use of Sheraton Fitness facility for just BD11net per person.

Outdoor pool with three lap lanes and outdoor Jacuzzi too.

Entertainer voucher is accepted.

For more information and reservations, call +973 1753 3533

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Improve your personal skills this summer with our range of swimming and tennis lessons. We also offer special classes with our personal trainer at the gym. We guarantee a fun and effective workout to help you achieve your goals.

For more information and reservations, call +973 1746 0052

Wyndham Garden Special Summer Room Offers Room rates starts from BD 30 net (room only basis), plus get 15% OFF on all F&B outlets and room service. Valid from July 1 – Sept. 30, 2018 and subject for availability

Staycation Present your valid CPR to avail the offer.

Gulf Hotel

For more information and reservations, call +973 1711 6116

Create Your Memories at the Beach

Ramada Hotel & Suites, Amwaj Islands Perfect Island Summer Getaway

to begin by 1st July until 15th of September, a special package of BD 52++ per person, with access to the Marassi Beach and breakfast included.

Room rates starts from BD 30 net (room only basis), plus get 15% OFF at Citrus, Room service and SPA treatments. Valid from July 1 – Sept. 30, 2018 and subject for availability.

Present your valid CPR to avail the offer

For more information and reservations, call +973 1771 3000

For more information and reservations, call +973 1600 0099

Swiss-Café offers every day from Sunday to Thursday a delicious

Swiss Belhotel Mediterranean Lunch

Crowne Plaza Summer Staycation Sometimes the best vacation is a staycation. Rooms for BD 52++ single and BD 57++ for double rooms, both including breakfast.

Rates are valid from 21st June to 31st August For more information and reservations, call +973 1753 1122

The Westin Summer Offer On Swimming Pool Day Use #FeelWell this summer and enjoy our outdoor Swimming Pool Day use offer • Weekend Rates BD10 net for adults and BD5net for children • Weekday Rates BD8 net for adults and BD3net for children For more information and reservations, call +973 1717 1122

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Mediterranean lunch. The buffet includes an array of starters, main dishes and desserts while guests can also pick their favorite from a small selection of plated main courses. For BD 6 net.

Greek Lunch Celebrate the weekend with the whole family with authentic Greek cuisine. The buffet displays an exquisite selection of starters , mezzeh and salads, followed by soup, tasty main courses and a wide selection of homemade pastries and desserts.

For more information and reservations, call +973 6631 0000

Summer Tips

Top Tips for Summer in Bahrain

Spending summer in Bahrain is like having free GYM membership. Who would not love to burn calories and sweat it out? Taking quick/long walk in the park will make you sweat more during summer. An instant sauna/ steam or threadmill. Make sure to do it early in the morning or late in the afternoon. Don't forget to hydrate yourself!

You can enjoy summer by doing retail therapy or shopping since indoor malls are just everywhere here in Bahrain!

Turn your morning coffee into iced latte to start a refreshing day!

Night swimming at the pool with a Barbecue grill party.

Taking a few days to declutter and space manage your home and office clears your energy allowing new positive things to show up. Not to mention it’s great as a prerequisite to feng shui.

Best way to spend summers in Bahrain is to have a house party with music, food and playing games which will keep you away from heat but the fun will not end.

Pamper yourself detoxing, bbq and swim days with loved ones, tying up loose ends, freestyle, take an Art course, learn a language with a private tutor, donate your time to charity doing hands on volunteering.

We asked our readers to suggest some ideas on getting the most out of spending summer in Bahrain. Here’s a few of their replies…

Choose a book you have been meaning to read, and READ IT!

Take the time to do something you always meant to do but never quite got around to it.

Something which can make a difference in your personal environment

Each day decide to do just one thing that, if you do nothing else, will make the day satisfyingly worthwhile. If it’s a big project, break it down into smaller parts. Complete one part each day. Start as early in the day as possible, and don’t stop until you have achieved what you set out to do. At the end of the month you will realize you just lived the most awesome month in your life.

Practice your swimming technique, and get fit in the pool. Early in the morning is best.

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Society

Latest Events Photos at Bahrain-Confidential.com

The British School - Graduation Ceremony

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Fashion

Confidential

Fashion

Bahrain Confidential shares a conversation with architect and fashion designer behind ‘Lella Beya’, Beya Somrani.

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Fashion

W

hen did you first realize that you wanted to pursue a career as a designer.

Enticed by fashion, Beya showed a keen interest in fashion, and sketching fashion designs since her young age. She always wanted to pursue a career in fashion and haute couture industry. In 2012, she has her roadmap for taking that idea and turning it into reality. Finally, she launched ‘Lella Beya’ label same year.

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Fashion

Beya created her collection using chic floral patterns and ornate embroideries mixed with pastel shades and bright colors.

How have your cultural roots influenced your designs and collections?

The influence of the Tunisian and Mediterranean culture in Beya Design is quite strong. She has always wanted to infuse her Collections with a warm and shiny Mediterranean touch. She belongs to the new generation of young Tunisian artists that are influenced with the rich cultural heritage of the country and the succeeding civilizations: Among these cultures were the Carthaginian, Roman, Arab, Andalusian, Turkish, and French.

Tell us more about your latest collection, where did you draw the inspiration for this?

The collection is a modern take on the evocative Andalusia Era with medley of textures and high quality fabrics, silk and embroideries. It’s about modernizing and refreshing the luxury of the medieval Andalusia Era. Beya created her collection using chic floral patterns and ornate embroideries mixed with pastel shades and bright colors. This collection makes any woman wearing them look glamorous and confident.

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Beya Somrani believes in creating innovative fashion that is completely personalized and that represent the woman personality, ambitions and desire.

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Fashion

What makes Beya Somrani stand out?

Beya Somrani is characterized through her sensitivity in her use of fabrics, texture, colors and her architectural design language, she believes in creating innovative fashion that is completely personalized and that represent the woman personality, ambitions and desire.

Each piece of Beya’s collection has been individually designed, hand-crafted and perfected in her in-house atelier to deliver their signature quality. From coutureinspired techniques to luxurious heritage fabrics, every BS garment has a story to tell.

What’s your favourite place in Bahrain and why?

Beya Somrani is an Architect holding an Architect Degree from Carthage University. Born and bred in Tunis, Tunisia - Her obvious talent for illustration, design and Fashion opened doors for her, to establish her brand ‘Lella Beya’.

Currently, her studio and production is located in Tunis and she is working on establishing her Brand in Bahrain and GCC. Asides from her brand, she also works as a collaborative designer for other brands.

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As an architect I am fascinated by some old authentic and traditional courtyard houses in the old city of Muharraq. The old houses have a sense of simplicity, and awe-inspiring infinity. with their old-style building materials such as coral stones palm leaf trunks, carved wooden doors, and perforated gypsum panels. I see on these houses the authentic aspects of Bahrain’s Architectural heritage. n

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Artwork by Alexandra Novik-Khamis

People & Culture

‘Keep Believing’!

Bahrain Confidential shares a conversation with Luna Hageali, the power behind Masterminds Align.

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una Hageali is a Certified Management Developer, Feminine Leadership and Business Mentor with over 20 years of global experience. She works with individuals and organizations to maximize their potential.

What is Masterminds Align?

Masterminds Align is known for inspiring values in people to seek the Mastermind within themselves and their teams. Leveraging personal power with purpose and linking this to desired business outcomes.

We cater to individuals, startups, established companies and multi-nationals providing services that make a tangible difference.

Our services include Personal Effectiveness and Professional Coaching, General and Feminine Leadership Development, Transformation Consultancy, bespoke Mastermind Programs and Business Mentorship for Startups.

I support and enable people’s individual possibilities and prepare them to launch towards the next level of their capabilities.

Tell us a bit about your background, what qualifies you to offer this service?

My experience includes working with BCBG Max Azria, one of the largest retailers in the world where I had the chance to become a troubleshooter and trainer worldwide. They gave me the opportunity to travel to Japan, Taiwan, USA cross country, and Europe. I have travelled the GCC extensively where I helped change and transform businesses to elevate the quality and performance of their services.

I’m a Learning and Development Management Specialist, Feminine Leadership expert, and Business Mentor. I support and enable people’s individual possibilities and prepare them to

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People & Culture launch towards the next level of their capabilities. I do this by guiding them to refocus on their values, alignment, and purpose.

I’ve worked within key industries; banking, oil and gas, educational services, fashion retail, food and beverage, and hospitality, I practice the things I influence. My passion and motivation are to work with people and organizations to fill them with new learning which influences shifts and changes in behaviors as well as better practices which invite profitable possibilities.

How do you benchmark your success?

By continually checkingmyself on my personal and professional alignment and by how happy I feel due to the way I’m living my values. Success to me, as a value, is being in a good relationship with money while also having wealth.

What brought you to Bahrain?

Ultimately, it was love, but initiated by work – I was the regional training manager for Azadea Group handling eleven countries. I came to Bahrain with my team at the time to roll out a customer engagement program. Looking back, what made me stay was that I met someone

What do you most like about Bahrain?

I love the locals – the authenticity and Bahrainess of its people.

I’m so grateful to be a citizen of Bahrain. The only thing that I don’t appreciate are the people who don’t appreciate being here.

If you could have one piece of advice, what would it be?

The answers are inside of you.

Any last word?

I have two legacies: The first is my daughterand my purpose is to enable her to be a positive, capable, self-believing, and good human being. The second is my business, Masterminds Align. I seek to create a platform that enables people to become better human beings while realizing their maximum potential.

If you want to get in touch with Luna, you can reach her at: Falcon Towers, Diplomatic Area, Manama, Bahrain Available from 9:00 – 17:00 luna@mastermindsalign.com Tel. +973 3203 0129

I would like to extend an invite to anyone reading this to get in touch and engage in a meet and greet. I look forward to discussing how we can prepare them for their own profitable possibilities. n

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Feature

The British School of Bahrain Graduation Ceremony 2018

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he British School of Bahrain, (BSB) is a selective, coeducational, independent school for students aged 3 – 18, rated as outstanding by the BQA. The school had cause to celebrate Tuesday evening 26th of June as the education of the class of 2018 culminated in a graduation ceremony held at the Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel. The event was attended by 72 graduating students, their families and friends, faculty members, local dignitaries, Class of 2016 Head Boy, Reece Bhave,Head Girl Reem Zenaty and the British Ambassador, Simon Martin.

The evening commenced with pomp and ceremony as the graduating students entered the hall to the sound of Land of Hope and Glory performed by the Bahrain Defense Force military band.

Opening remarks from faculty members followed. Mrs. Sally Milnes, Head of Sixth Form, congratulated students on their achievements in the school and wished them well as they move on to the next stage of their educational journey. She said it was time for the students to take to the ‘open road’ and to look forward to new challenges. Head of School, Mrs. Julie Anne Gilbert, commended the students on their quiet confidence, strong work ethic and determination to make a difference. She commented, “At the British School of Bahrain, right from an early age, we encourage children to be themselves - to have confidence

in their own heritage, their own beliefs and their own opinions.

I also hope that as alumni of the British School of Bahrain, these students remain grounded, remembering where they came from and proud of their own stories to date. This will instill in them a sense of confidence and courage. I am particularly proud of this cohort of students. They have been outstanding role models for the rest of the school.”

His Excellency, Mr. Simon Martin, said it is a sign of the strong links between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the United Kingdom that so many students from Bahrain should choose a British style education. The United Kingdom looks forward to welcoming many of them to its shores for their further education.

This year, the British School of Bahrain became part of the Inspired group of prestigious international schools. Dr. Stephen Spurr, Group Education Director, Mr. Rabih Saab, CEO for the Middle East and Africa and Ms. Leanne Emery, Group Marketing Director, were all present at the ceremony. Dr. Spurr commented that “at Inspired, we believe that the overall educational experience instills the knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and values that students will carry with them for life. We are confident that this year’s BSB graduating class will start their next chapter with outstanding results, a love of learning, confidence and a firm value system that prepares them to become empowered global citizens.”. n

British School of Bahrain Class of 2018 Graduates Student

University

Student

University

Ali Al Khozaie

University of Sheffield

Tanishqa Bachhav

Reem Akbari

University of Kent

University of Mahidol, Bangkok

Mohamed Al Aali

University of Bahrain

Callum Barnes

Alanoud Al Gosaibi

University of Brunel

University of Nottingham Trent

Luai Al Taher

University of Cordon Bleu

Mohamed Burshaid

City University

Devank Chhabra

University Of Kent

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Student

University

Danial Haris Fadzilah

University of Kingston

Robbie McDonald

University of Bath

Nausheen Mushtaq

University of Sussex

Samantha Rooke

University of East Anglia

Hajar Poonawala

University of Bahrain

Faazil Sheikh

University of Loughborough

Abbas Saherwala

University of Sussex

Awais Tanveer

Gap Year

Bakhtawar Sajid

Gap Year

Megan Thomas

University of Cardiff

Abdulla Al Zann

American University of Dubai

Maciej Zajaczkowski

Imperial College

Alanood Al Khayat

University of Bath

Ali Al Shaikh

University of Nottingham

Zeyad Al Qahtani

University of Surrey

Yelda Shareef

University of Northumbria

Aysha Alawadhi

University of Durham

Deema Turkomani

George Mason university

Manav Bhatia

Binghamton University

Ebrahim Amin

City, University of London

Maarten De Vries

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Joanne Strang

University of Strathclyde

Nikola Gonkov

University of Newcastle

Mohamed Jamsheer

Brooke House football academy

Iman Khwaja

University of Manchester

Tabitha Evborokhai

University of Dalhousie

Shahzeb Manjlai

University of Warwick

Teoman Demirciler

University of Arizona State

Sayed Al Alawi

Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane

Mariam Yaqoob

Nuruzzahraa Mohd Razan

University of Monash

Juan Pinilla

University of Groningen

Leen Radwan

University of Amsterdam

University of Bahrain

Maitham Rajab

University of Essex

Nayraa Mohammed

University of Cairo

Natalia Sandoval

University of Amsterdam

Khaled Al Khayat

University of Sharjah

Carlo Vincenzini

University of Groningen

Khaled Al Kurdi

University of British Columbia

Lihan Wang

Lancaster University

Alya Alameen

University of St. Andrews

Omar Mamdouh Sami Sameer Aboleinien,

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Marya Abdulkarim

King’s College, London

Zahra Al Hassan

University of Surrey

Daniya Ahmed

University of Cambridge

Husain Ali

University of Sheffield

Diya Silas

Gap Year

Ali Abdulla

University of Sheffield

Fatema Al Hashemi

Ozyegin University

Paula Alonso

University of Szeged

Fatima Al Shaikh

University of Leeds

Kanwal Azim

University of Islamabad

Maria Farhadi

University of Bath

Zuhair Hasan

University of Leeds,

Mehmet Yurttaser

Acibadem University

Christina Ibrahim

American University of Beirut

Noor Toorani

RCSI or Arabian Gulf University

Salim Kassouri

University of Calgary

Yasmina Al Ammari

Leiden University

Yara Kazerooni

University of Nottingham

Zain Al Kooheji

University of Bahrain

Sultan Mashood

University of Sheffield

Zainab Palejwala

University of Nottingham

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Building the Artistic Buildings of the Kingdom

ISA Sports City Shaikh Khalifa Bin Salman Port, Hidd Bahrain

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Bokhowa Group W.L.L.is renowned for renowned for constructing many traditional, modern and best artistic buildings of the country for more than four decades.

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okhowa Group W.L.L. is one of the pioneers in construction industry, in Bahrain. Believing in using latest technologies and innovative designs, which bring a radical change in construction industry, their services can be trusted for safety and quality as we are one of the Bahrain civil contractors registered with Ministry of Works in category “AA”.

professionally manage. The team believes in profitable sustainable and enjoyable long term relationships with its all its key stakeholders-including employees, customers, shareholders, suppliers, local communities members and advocacy groups.

The name and business strength that has been earned by Bokhowa Group W.L.L. today, is due to the professionally equipped and able staff, who have a varied experience of the Bahrain market and good knowledge of serving the customers to their satisfaction. This is further enhanced by the innovative ideas of the Management, who strived from time to time in creating awareness and keeping the company at par to the latest development of today’s world.

Apart from contracting services, Bokhowa Group W.L.L. has also ventured in trading, commercial and real estate business.

Now the company has developed as a Group with Trading division and Property Development division. In addition, the Saar Mall belong to the Group.

Bokhowa Group W.L.L. continues to maintain or exceed standards that are demanded by the best companies in Bahrain. The dedicated employees identify and exploit the right opportunities and are

The Group’s motto is Trust, Reliability, and Quality. Chairman& CEO of the Group is Mr. Hassan Abdulla Ali Bokhowa. n Taiba Tower

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The idea is to open pathways in your brain with just a few sips.

Having drunk this elixir as a college student in Mumbai, I missed it on returning to Bahrain. Thankfully, the Indian-inspired spiced tea, popularly referred to as karak chai in the Kingdom, helped satiate my cravings.

Though karak chai has been around in Bahrain for decades, it became a mainstream beverage relatively recently. Following that, numerous karak chai shops opened up across the island and most recently, Mc Donalds has started serving it too! While this poor man’s Starbucks, which by the way is equally enjoyed by the well to do folk, may have offered salvation to many, one can’t deny that it has added to the existing menace of paper cup waste in the Kingdom.

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BAH-BOMBAH Melissa Nazareth writes from her shores in Bombay to ours in Bahrain.

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ne thing I’ve learned staying in Mumbai is that we Indian’s take our tea very seriously. So much so that there is a joke doing the rounds on Facebook about how we voted a chai wala (tea seller) as our Prime Minister!

Mumbai is popular for its ‘cutting chai’; piping hot tea laced with spices and full cream milk, served in a shot glass.

Melissa Nazareth, Born in Bahrain, Melissa Nazareth lived on the island for three decades before moving to Bombay. Though miles away, she finds ways to connect to her first home. @melnazareth @melissanazareth

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Aren’t paper cups recyclable, you ask? Well, a quick internet search reveals that the thin film of polyethylene plastic inside the cup, which makes it waterproof, isn’t recyclable, at least at conventional plants. It takes specialized centers, which are few and far between. Most single-use cups make their way to dumping grounds that are fast filling up. Moreover, one can’t deny the number of trees that are being cut down to manufacture them. So what’s the solution?

“Drink tea and be awake to what really matters.”

Stop drinking tea! RELAX, I’m kidding. One way is to sell standardised travel mugs that customers can carry to the café for refills. While there are global giants offering this option, it’s not logistically ideal for small-time vendors for reasons that we will discuss some other time. Another genius solution that is yet to gain momentum in the Middle East is edible cups. Bahrain’s own Chai Café embraced this trend some years ago. Their karak chai served in a biscuit was priced at something up to 500 fils.

While it is a bit much when compared to the regular karak chai served in paper cups, which is priced at a nominal 100 fils, we must understand that if edible cups become a norm and are consequently manufactured on a large scale then teashops will enjoy economies of scale and be able to price the product more competitively.

An old Indian television commercial promoting tea, used the catchphrase ‘Jago re’, which contextually translated and interpreted means, ‘Drink tea and be awake to what really matters’. Our earth is dying and though we can’t avoid paper and plastic altogether, we can definitely minimize usage as much as possible. Let’s do our bit to save the only planet we can call home. But first, let’s have a chai! n

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Packing the Perfect Suitcase Having spent most of my adult life living abroad, I've developed a number of very specialized skills...

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Most of them are related to long distance travel, and one of them is packing a perfect suitcase. I have to admit I've learned the hard way - whether it be dragging a two-ton two-wheeled case through the cobbled streets of Venice in full summer, or carting around a case full of cool weather clothes when all I really needed was a bikini and a passport. So here are my top 5 tips for packing perfectly.

Start with the suitcase.

There's nothing glamorous about toting around a tatty case, and buying budget is usually false economy so treat yourself to something decent. Delcey, Rimowa, Samsonite etc., preferably with a matchy-matchy cabin bag. 4 wheels trump 2, and hard cases trickier to break into than soft.

Plan your packing ahead of time.

Download the weather app for your destination, analyze your itinerary and lay your chosen wardrobe (smalls, shoes and all) out to scrutinize carefully. Less is more here, so remove anything that you're considering "just in case".

Roll, don't fold.

Your clothes that is. You'll fit more in, and they'll crease less.

Keep it simple.

This means nothing in your case that you couldn't bare to lose, that'll break if thrown about (because your case WILL be thrown about), or is likely to leak and wreck havoc on your holiday wardrobe.

Don't check in any essentials.

Keep your phone charger in your carry on, as well as lip balm, B.O. buster, a warm scarf that can double as a pillow and a good book. All of these make unexpected and lengthy delays in airport lounges just a teensy bit more tolerable. n

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The Culture

Gulf

Aiste A Daubaras shares her eclectic musings in a light, yet warm-hearted fashion.

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o they built Louvre museum in Abu Dhabi. The only thing we seem to be building in Bahrain, is shopping malls and more shopping malls. Although our new venture, The Avenues, is more for eating than shopping, the fact remains, that these two are evidently the most favourite pastimes here. Unless we count Friday brunch at Bushido, which involves another favourite activity. In vast quantities.

For someone who comes from culture-filled Europe this is rather a grim prospect. So one weekend we jumped on the aeroplane and set off to see Louvre Abu Dhabi. Admittedly it is nothing like the original museum in Paris, but indeed this originality and makes it so attractive and unique. The brilliant architectural solution by Jean Nouvel, is very modern and absolutely perfect for the hot sunny climate. Lacy roof ornaments covering the vast dome cast a cool shadow offering plenty of breezy outside space to stroll, sit, or just simply wander around from one exhibition to another.

century Muslim Koran. How well we can coexist next to one another when we look at each other with open minds and open hearts. A very moving message indeed!

Another thing I found absolutely fascinating, was how packed the whole place was. Locals and tourists, families and couples, solo wanderers and groups. Some strolling on their own, some with a museum guide. Parents explaining their fidgety offspring about this painting and that sculpture. Or taking their youngsters to the specially built Children’s museum, which offers more family focused exhibitions and numerous interactive workshops. And if they might seem not to be paying much attention, I know from my own childhood experience, it all sinks in eventually, laying a strong foundation for understanding and appreciation of art and for the general savoir-faire.

The only thing we seem to be building in Bahrain, is shopping malls and more shopping malls.

So it left me wondering, don’t we want that for the kids growing up in Bahrain. Why authorities, educational institutions and even private initiative are not striving to bring more culture and enlightenment, both for children and adults, into our sunny island. Or shall we remain forever meandering in the maze of chain restaurants. I, personally, would much rather choose a nice cappuccino in the museum cafe over a soulless Starbucks concoction without any hesitation! n

Permanent exhibition is full of treasures gathered from all over the world stretching through centursies of our civilisation. I was told that they could only acquire one example of each artist, period or genre. But it is enough to give viewers a full picture of how both decorative and applied-art developed through the centuries. How various cultures, countries and regions differed from each other in their perceptions of beauty and aesthetics.

One display in particular touched me to the bottom of my heart.

In the proud place stood a glass cabinet exhibiting, side by side, an early sixteenth century Christian Madonna and thirteenth

Aisté is a Socialite, Writer, Language Tutor and Advisor for International School of Etiquette, living in Bahrain and London.

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Places to go, people to see It’s that time of year again, for the fortunate ones amongst us anyway, when we get the opportunity for a vacation, holiday, summer break, or whatever you want to call it…

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As with all things in life, there are different strokes for different folks. Some see it as an opportunity to catch up on work around the house, for others lying on a beach for hours on end is a dream holiday and for the ones like me, it’s a chance to see something new.

I can’t see the point in travelling to a foreign land, then never leaving the hotel. Swapping one set of walls for another, is not my idea of holiday heaven, but plenty do and are happy taking an occasional organised trip to some tourist hot-spots.

I can’t help but feel they are missing a wonderful opportunity; the chance to meet people and experience their cultures.

I can see the draw of a package deal; the one stop shop for your holiday destination. Come inside, sign on the dotted line and away you go; hassle free holiday in a box.

For me, the draw of the DIY break is in the planning, the excitement of searching for the best places to see, then ignoring them because they are full of tourists. Of course, there will be some places that are a must to visit and will be crowded with people like you, that goes with the territory, but don’t let that be all you see.

The secret of travelling to distant lands is to go where the locals go, eat where the locals eat; they know all the best places. Take the time to learn about the people and their country; you will be rewarded with a holiday to remember and isn’t that what it’s all about? n

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Glen R Stansfield is an author, biker and self-described nutcase.

He can be reached on glen@glenr-stansfield.com. To know more about him, visit glen-r-stansfield.com.

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Car Review

Dubai’s Women only

Supercar Club

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These are some of the women who make up Dubai’s first all-female supercar club – under the banner of the Arabian Gazelles.

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ome 80 women from 17 nations are part of the high-octane group, who have become well-known for posting pictures of their luxury vehicles.

Photos show them sitting at the wheel in an incredible array of fast cars with makes including Porsche, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Rolls Royce and Bentley.

The club motto is ‘Life is too short to drive boring cars’.

Alex Hirschi, a member of the Gazelles who drives under the alias of Supercar Blondie, told Forbes that anyone hoping to join had to be a supercar fanatic.

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Car Review She said: ‘To join the club, one has to be a supercar aficionado, and not merely a poser.

‘She has to drive and own a supercar such as Porsche, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Rolls Royce, Bentley, Mercedes-AMG GT Coupé, McLaren, Aston Martin, Maserati, Bugatti.

‘I also included luxury SUVs Bentayga and the G-Wagon.’

The Gazelles have a popular ¬Instagram account which features a huge number of photos and clips showcasing their love of motorcars.

A club member is pictured sitting in a white Lamborghini

A club member sitting in a Rolls Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe

Founder Hanan Mazouzi Sobati said she and her fellow Gazelles ‘refuse to sit pretty on passenger seats or cheerlead from the pit’.

She said she had loved supercars since she was a girl and describes the death of Brazil’s Formula One racing driver Ayrton Senna as ‘one of the worst days of my life.’

A club member poses in front of a McLaren 650s

Among her collection are a Rolls Royce Drophead Phantom and a Morgan Aero Supersport, CNN reports.

She said: ‘We are supercar enthusiasts and bonafide drivers who share the same passion and rush behind the wheel as men do.’ n

A woman standing by a cream Rolls Royce Wraithe in another glamorous image

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This woman posted a picture of her in a driving suit preparing to put a helmet on along with the caption ‘doing what I love’

A club member sits at the wheel of a Ferrari 458

A member standing at the driver’s side door of a Rolls Royce at the Dubai Autodrome

One post on the Arabian Gazelles Instagram page says that this member has ‘finally bought herself a new Maserati’

Founder Hanan Mazouzi Sobati said she and her fellow Gazelles ‘refuse to sit pretty on passenger seats or cheerlead from the pit’. This member is pictured at the wheel of a Rolls Royce

A club member prepares to climb into her Aston Martin

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eeping in mind Bahrain’s increasing interest in complementary care, Back On The Move Osteopathy offers a wide range of specialised massage therapy. Lana introduces her therapists as highly efficient, passionate and equipped with an array of methods to ensure the best treatment.

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Belinda has been working with aromatherapy oils for the past 15 years and combines the effectivity of this modality with the other two, increasing the healing potential of the body and mind. She has seen remarkable improvement in many of her patients, especially with regards to mood, through the benefits of aromatherapy.

Belinda has used aromatherapy to assist with healing in the sports arena, at mountain bike and trail running events and in private practice, thus bridging the belief system that aromatherapy is only used in spas and salons.

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Art

Bahrain Confidential explores the mind of artist, Irina Averinos.

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hat motivates you to get up in the morning?

Getting up early is one of my favorite things – I am a morning person since my childhood. The quiet morning is the perfect time to start painting as it gives you a couple of hours of extra time for creativity and perfect light to see natural colours of the paints' pigments. Morning time is very good for reading and writing too... and it is healthy! Having a morning cup of tea with a friend is also a perfect start of the day!

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Which artwork do you most identify yourself with?

It is difficult to choose one. I have paintings of different subjects, styles, media. As a perfectionist, I like more realistic detailed oil painting which show you real fine art. My seascapes and landscapes; they reflect beauty of nature and colour harmony.

What does art mean to you?

I never thought about this question. Art is a spiritual harmony, beauty, admiration and the right proportions. It is a figurative reflection of reality, the main purpose of which is to familiarize the person with the beautiful. It is art that brings up in a person aesthetic qualities. That’s why it is very important to produce positive art.

Art reflects the thoughts of a person, his feelings and his state of mind, his style and outlook in life. Art in its various manifestations is with me everywhere: at

Art But when it comes to my art, it is little bit different sometimes.

I do not think about the art process, I just work and create; everything comes automatically easily and quickly or more difficult and time consuming from one painting to other. I can say that to get a good picture, we need experience, and this is a lot of hours of previous studies and work.

How I know when my artwork is finished? I really do not know, but overdoing a painting always ruins any it, and at some point I just decide that this painting is good enough or even almost perfect and I stop to paint and put it onside for a few days, then I look on it with a fresh eye, add or change something minor if it is needed and then I sign it.

Which part of Bahrain is your favourite and why?

Bahrain is small, but different and beautiful. I like various parts of it: the amazing modern architecture in Manama and small old traditional houses in Muharraq. I like seashores with gorgeous seawater colour and boats as well as tiny beautiful gardens with palm trees, bougainvillea splashes and vegetables. There are a lot of places I want to paint there. n averinos.blogspot.com irina.averinos

home, in the kitchen, in the garden and even in my travels. Without art, my life would be boring and without a touch of beauty. The world is changing, new ideas are waiting, but art remains eternal and priceless.

Can you describe your artistic process? How do you know when an artwork is finished?

I can easily describe the artistic process to my students: organize ideas, plan how to carry them out, select materials, arrange the parts, use line-shape-form-colourvalue-texture-space and exhibit finished work after that.

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Car Review

Rolls-Royce Goodwood, England Charlie Cooksey visits the home of Rolls-Royce.

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sually upon arrival to the UK, my pick up ride is a family member, a close friend, or a taxi. However, this time I was to be picked up from London Heathrow in a gleaming Rolls-Royce Phantom.

After collecting my luggage and passing through arrivals, my smartly dressed chauffeur, Colin, was stood waiting for me. Colin has been with RollsRoyce since 2004 and is now their Head Chauffeur in Goodwood, and the main driver for their CEO. He has chauffeured world famous stars including Elton John, Usher, and members of the British Royal Family.

Before climbing inside I took a few moments just to admire the exterior beauty and sheer size of this car. It’s a work of art more than just a car. This belief strengthened tenfold after a day which gave me an insight into the history of the brand and the level of work and detail that goes into every car.

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I relaxed into the rich interior of the Rolls Royce and enjoyed the journey to Goodwood, the only place in the world where Rolls-Royce motor cars are created.

Opened in 2003 and surrounded by green fields and trees, it originally employed 200 people and produced just one motor car a day. By 2014 the workforce had grown to 1,400 and the collection had expanded from the original Phantom to include the Ghost and Wraith, with more than 20 cars created a day. Today, Dawn has joined the Rolls-Royce collection and 1,700 designers, engineers and crafts people are employed here.

Upon arrival we were offered fresh coffee, and then the tour began.

Rolls-Royce encourages their customers to visit Goodwood to see for themselves how their car is designed and built – and to meet the people responsible.

Car Review We were shown to the room known as ‘The Study’ – the first place a customer is taken to. It looks and feels a bit like a traditional English study. Here a customer can relax with a specialist over coffee and discuss what they’re looking for.

Alternatively they can seek advice and ideas from the specialist.

I was told that it’s not rare for someone to come in wanting perhaps a Dawn, and to walk out instead ordering a Phantom (or vice versa)!

Next we were taken to the ‘Atelier’, the design studio where there is an array of materials, leathers, woodwork, and add-ons that a customer can choose from. It demonstrated the beauty of building something that is so special from concept to completion.

Everything here is unique or special. For example, the leather

Before climbing inside I took a few moments just to admire the exterior beauty and sheer size of this car. It’s a work of art more than just a car.

is sourced from bulls reared on high-altitude plains in a region of Europe with a climate too cold for mosquitos to live in, thus minimizing the presence of insect bites and other blemishes within the leather. The bulls are all free-range, raised in comfortable and safe living conditions with no barbed wire used to confine the space, hence eliminating grazes and wounds on the Bull’s skin, resulting in flawless Grade-A leather.

I witnessed cars being hand made at different stages in front of me. I wondered where in the world, and to who, each would be going to.

After the tour I was given a Dawn to drive for the afternoon.

The Dawn is the only convertible RR in their line up, and being a beautiful English summer day it was ideal.

So let me try to describe my driving experience… I guess I lost myself in pleasure driving this magnificent motor car. I was cocooned in luxury, relaxing in the world’s most comfortable sofa, with nothing but sky above me, and gliding through beautiful countryside.

The engine provides 563bhp and 575lb ft at 1500rpm, making it Rolls Royce’s most powerful drophead ever. When I put pressure on the throttle the 2,560 kg Dawn would calmly and almost silently accelerate like a rocket. Add to this the perfect sound system engulfing me in my favorite music. It was sublime.

Now try to imagine what I just described, and I bet you can’t.

What you imagine will be nowhere near to appreciating what the experience felt like.

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Rolls says that the Dawn is the quietest drophead ever made. Its roof opens in 20 seconds and is a work of art in itself.

I activated it both while driving at speeds below 50 kph, and standing outside while the Dawn was stationary, just so I could watch the process.

Cruising through the English countryside and villages in the most exclusive convertible in the world on a perfect summer day was special and something to remember. I discovered driving a Rolls Royce convertible attracts a lot of attention - people were looking at me trying to work out if I were somebody famous.

The day was wrapped up over a spot of lunch at ‘Farmer, Butcher, Chef’ restaurant on The Goodwood Estate. It’s a beautiful restaurant and I highly recommend it.

Filled with excitement from the day I had numerous questions which were all answered over a delicious meal.

Colin then chauffeured me in the Phantom to my home in Horsham where I was staying for a long weekend before returning to Bahrain, and back to reality. n @cooksey_uk After a great day driving the Rolls-Royce Dawn, I was chauffeured home in a Phantom where I was reunited with my dog, Ruffle (who I had not seen for six months!)

I guess I lost myself in pleasure driving this magnificent motor car. I was cocooned in luxury, relaxing in the world’s most comfortable sofa, with nothing but sky above me, and gliding through beautiful countryside.

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The Valleys of Kings and the Labourers‌ Dhanyasree M shares more about her history-filled travel to Egypt.

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uxor valleys that preserve the luxurious history, was a 'Must Visit' destination for us in Egypt. These valleys are now under the governance of New Valley Governorate. We started our journey in the morning; very soon, the scenery started to change from the lush green foliage at the Nile banks to the glistening Theban hills.

The Valley of Kings The Valley of Kings that housed 63 tombs of Egyptian royalties of the New Kingdom blazed under the heat as we reached their gates. A tram took us to the tombs through the winding roads under the Theban hills. The tombs of the historical figures in Egyptian culture were laid to peace in those lands.

We were to visit three tombs in the valley of Kings. Our first stop was the tomb of King Horemheb, who was the last King of the 18th dynasty. Paintings from the Egyptian mythology illustrated the beliefs and funerary rituals of the period. We had to maintain silence inside the tombs in respect of the ones who slept there.

The next tomb that we visited was that of Ramesses VI. The narrow entrance resembled the entrance inside the Pyramids. The decorative images were in a well-preserved state than King Horemheb’s tomb. History suggests that Ramesses VI enlarged the tomb of Ramesses V to make it his own.

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Travel Finally, we reached the tomb of King Tutankhamen. The entry fee was more than the fee into other tombs. The tomb had an entrance corridor, staircase, antechamber and burial chamber.

Even after being robbed twice and excavated, it retained the opulence and affluence of the boy King. We had a glimpse of the treasures that the tomb had once consisted at the Cairo museum.

The mask of Tutankhamen, his gold bed, gold chambers etc. on display at the museum had boasted the majesty of its owner.

The Curse of Pharaohs When we came out of the tombs, our guide explained that many archaeologists and Egyptologists made this area as their haven.

However, she warned that many didn’t because of the Pharaohs’ curse.

Many of the tombs had been opened and robbed off treasures; the major being the tomb of King Tutankhamen! It seems many people who had aided in opening the tomb of King

miniature tombs resembling their masters. The tombs stood amidst the ruins of old houses and looked as anthills compared to the majestic Pyramids. The inside of the tombs were the replica of the tombs that at the Valley of Kings. The main difference was that workers' tombs were smaller in its area and had fewer paintings on its walls.

Often, the leader of the workers used to get the master tombs.

Untouched and unexplored in comparison to their masters' tombs, they were well-preserved for the coming generations.

As I came out of one of the tombs, I had a strange sensation and felt a pungent aura of a workplace.

"The dead won't actually leave us. They live amidst us in an unseen realm. When your mind is calm and receptable, you can actually feel them." Our guide mused.

"The dead won't actually leave us. They live amidst us in an unseen realm. When your mind is calm and receptable, you can actually feel them."

Tutankhamen, died of mysterious accidents. Likewise Carte, the principal leader for the excavation of King Tutankhamen’s tomb, faced many mysterious threats. A cobra that resembled the cobra on King Tutankhamen’s crown, hunted his pet parrot on the day that the tomb had opened. It is believed that King Tutankhamen’s tomb was guarded by the mythical Anubis. Jackals of the same breed as Anubis reappeared for the first time in thirty-five years during the explorations in the valley. They watched laundered in the valley at all time during the excavation. Yet the explorations continue...

The Valley of Workers The Valley of Workers was located nearby the Valley of Kings.

We reached the area that had once housed the builders of the ancient history by afternoon. The place that would have echoed a generation was in peaceful slumber.

The Pharaohs invited the artisans from faraway places for the construction of their tombs. They soon had own families and spent a lifetime during their work at Egypt.

When the first arrivals passed away, their successors constructed

Colossi of Memnon Our last destination for the day was the Colossi of Memnon. The twin statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III made in quartzite sandstone stood majestically on a barren land. The name Memnon, means “Ruler of the Dawn".

The hero of the Trojan War, and killed by Achilles, Memnon invoked his subjects even after his death. The statue used to howl in the early mornings and people considered it as the voice of Memnon's ghost.

The sky was stretching into evening as we were leaving. The stars would soon glisten over the valley. But, there is no permanent sunset, right? n

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How can I protect myself against the sun’s harmful UV rays, while still making sure I’m getting enough vitamin D?

It’s a good idea to use sun protection on your moles. Look out for changes in your skin, and have your moles “mapped”.

Asymmetrical, dark coloured moles can be an indicator of skin cancer. Using a sunblock stick SPF50 will help protect them.

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Jemma Answers: It’s important to find a good balance when it comes to how much sun exposure you get. Conflicting information can leave you confused… should you cover your skin, or not?

Vitamin D & deficiency Vitamin D is produced by the skin in reaction to sunlight. It facilitates the absorption of Calcium, (without vitamin D, Calcium absorption is inefficient) which helps maintain healthy teeth and bones. It also helps with immunity from disease and can improve weight loss. Vitamin D also stimulates absorption of Phosphate and Magnesium Ions Despite the quantity of sunshine Bahrain gets, those living here are more at risk of vitamin D deficiency, due to typical clothing worn, and the reduced amount of time spent outdoors in comparison to cooler countries. Signs of deficiency include: tiredness, depression, aches, muscle pain, weak bones and stress fractures.

The negative effects of sun exposure Sun exposure is important to help the skin produce vitamin D. Exposing the arms and legs for short periods of time (with no sun screen) is ideal preferably around midday. Despite the sun being at its strongest point, you are most likely to top up your vitamin D stores at this time of day, in the least amount of time.

However, excessive exposure to the sun can cause skin cancer, premature skin aging/ wrinkles and sun damage. How easily the sun damages your skin depends on age, previous incidences of sunburn, skin pigmentation, light hair and eyes, freckles and moles.

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Wearing sunscreen is important despite your skin type. Even if you don’t burn, your skin can still become sun damaged. The type and amount of sunscreen may vary depending on your exposure time, month and strength of the sun. If you’re in the sun for short periods of time an SPF15 may be sufficient.

However, for longer periods of sun exposure I recommend using an SPF35 or above. If you sweat or plan to swim, a waterresistant sunscreen is imperative.

Always protect your face by wearing sunscreen or make up with a minimum of SPF15, because this will help protect your face against premature ageing.

Choosing the right sunscreen Most sunscreens contain chemicals that either absorb and convert the suns rays to heat, or disperse the rays before they penetrate the skin. The skin is like a sponge and will absorb harmful ingredients, so be mindful to choose a sunscreen with natural ingredients, (no chemicals) that’s right for your skin type. We found many good brands in Live Well located in Bahrain Mall.

Your choice of sunscreen and SPF should also depend on fair, medium or dark skin.

Like everything, controlled sun exposure in moderation is good for you, just be careful not to burn! n Send your questions to info@hvholistichealth.com or @hvholistic Jemma Lilburn Health & Wellness Practitioner HV Holistic Health & Corrective Training Tel: +973 1777 5544

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Bar Bites B28 at Swiss Belhotel has an allnew Ladies Night with a revamped menu and Bahrain Confidential is all for it.

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he B28 Bar is definitely one of the most in vogue places to down a drink. The dark and cozy plush interiors and that spectacular view of Bahrain’s beautifully lit skyline merely add to the ambiance. These are reasons enough to visit the bar with a couple of friends or even by yourself. But B28 raises the stakes with new and tempting offers.

Ladies Nights on Wednesday features two complimentary drinks for the girls, Happy Hours are now Buy 1 get 1 from 4pm to 8pm every day and a Hoteliers Night where you get 50% off on all food and beverages upon showing your company ID. But the most exciting change we were looking forward to was the change in the menu.

As much as we loved the previous menu, this new menu is crafted by the executive chef at the hotel, Holger Lang. He’s put together a series of perfectly sized bar bites that allow you to buzz your taste buds and not just your head.

The spread consists of 12 items, all 12 of them perfect to keep the night going for a little longer. We know because we tried them all. We first started off with some incredible looking welcome drinks – Sangrias! The word just sings and so did we.

As we were taking in the taste and the deep rich red of the Sangria, we got served our first platter. It was the Arabic Cold Mezza – the bread was hot and toasty and along with it we had a generous amount of Hummus, Moutabel, Tabouleh, and

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Muhammara. To be honest, we didn’t require anything more; we were perfectly content with the quantity and definitely the flavors.

But as the night progressed, we had a generous platter of Nachos, that was to die for. After which we had a small plate of Breaded Onion rings, Chicken Croquette, fish and chips and crispy Calamari rings and we can’t express to you how perfect they were. The batter was thin and crispy, and the insides were thoroughly cooked!

Next, we moved on the Chef’s personal favorite, the Mediterranean Chicken Kebab and we could see why he recommended it, there was definitely a lot of love there.

We also had steak fries and then to finish off we had a pulled CAB rib slider that had a slow-cooked Angus beef patty. This seems like a lot and we were properly stuffed but we couldn’t stop ourselves, it was hard just to imagine stopping. We are definitely going back. B28’s new menu gets a thumbs-up and a double tap from us. n

For more information call Tel. +973 66310 000 E-mail: reservationsbse@swiss-belhotel.com

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The New Luxurious Destination in Seef

The newly opened Loumage Suites and Spa is ideally situated at the premium location in Seef.

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he hotel features 72 Studio Suites, Junior Suites and Superior Suites, that have been furnished with the modern amenities. They are ideal for a comfortable stay in the Kingdom with a living area, modern and wellequipped kitchen unit, in-room safety box, bedroom and balcony.

The guests can enjoy the summer evenings at the rooftop swimming pool. The rooftop also offers a panoramic view of the Seef area bustling with all major shopping malls, beach and tourist attractions nearby.

Loumage Suites and Spa realize the need of relaxing moments and designed the amenities in accordance with that need.

When the children can have sheer fun at the Children’s playroom, parents can use the fully equipped gym or soothe the aching muscles at the one of the best spas located at Loumage Suites and Spa. The restaurant and coffee shop at Loumage Hotel caters to the need of the international community. Loumage Suites and Spa also offer private parking, laundry services, free high-speed free WI-Fi, and 24 hour reception.

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Loumage Hotel and Spa is located in the vicinity of the major international companies, banks, and conveniently accessible from the heart of Manama’s downtown, 10-15 minutes from the Saudi Causeway and Bahrain International Airport.

Loumage Hotel and Spa has some exclusive summer offers for the guests. n For more information and booking, call Tel. +973-66751050 or email to sales@loumageseef.com

Newly opened Loumage Suites & Spa is ideally situated in a premium location in Seef district in the vicinity of the major international companies, banks. This luxury Suites & Spa can be conveniently accessed from the heart of Manama’s down town, 10-15 minutes from the Saudi Causeway and Bahrain International Airport.

Ph: +973 66751050 / 16668777 E-Mail: sales@loumageseef.com

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Bringing The Heat

The Deep Melody Band from the InterContinental is bringing you more heat this summer with their beats.

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t’s 40 degrees outside and the nights are no better. The humidity only gets worse. Even the voices of Enya, Adele and Reiki can’t take our minds off the heat and maybe that’s why we need to be heading ‘downtown’ to the InterContinental!

Bachatas, Salsa, Reggaetón, Pop, House, Sertanejo and others.

The band also make versions of popular topics of different authors and also includes unpublished topics of the Band since their four musicians are composers. The repertory is interpreted in different languages like Spanish, English and Portuguese.

Unleash your passion for music and head down to Downtown at the Intercontinental Regency Hotel where their new Cuban band "Deep Melody" will keep you dancing all night long! With spacious, vibrant interiors and crowd-pleasing food and beverage menus, you're guaranteed a night to remember

If you can’t beat them, join them right? So let’s create more heat and fire up the dance floor. Dance to the fiery beats the Deep Melody Band makes everyday except Monday from 8:00pm till late.

What better way to beat the heat than let out some steam? The “DEEP MELODY BAND” is a band founded in the year 2015 after their members returned from different work contracts in México, Italy and the Federative Republic of Brazil. They graduated from noted Conservatories of Music of Cuba.

The repertory of the band embraces national and international genres as Cha cha chá, Son, Mambo, Boleros, Ballads, Meringue,

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The vibrant Downtown Bar offers you a wide entertainment programs during the week while you can enjoy your favorite drink or snack with the live tunes. Do not miss also the good vibes of the vast musical events that happen regularly from International and local DJs. n For info and reservations, call Tel.+973 3966 9275

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Al Manzil Hotel features a lavish Middle Eastern Breakfast in their Multi Cuisine Restaurant ‘Zodiac’

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reakfast has consistently been associated with Kings, at Al Manzil they associate it with Sheikhs.

Middle Eastern cuisine has always been known for its decadence, and decadence can very often be seen as disapproving. Especially among health critics and fitness gurus.

But there is so much to Mediterranean cuisine and Middle Eastern cuisine, in particular, that is highly favorable to our planets current obsession with fitness.

Zodiac Multi Cuisine restaurant offers a positively healthy Arabic breakfast that features a variety of traditional dishes to kickstart your day. The elaborate repast menu consists of Hummous, Labneh, Mutabel, Haloumi, Feta and other cheeses, pickled and fresh vegetable slices, Ful Medames, Fried eggs, A bread basket, a dish of Rosti Potatoes, Black and Green Olives and a strong cup of Karak tea and Coffee. What more does one need for a hearty breakfast?

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Following a Mediterranean diet helps your waistline and your overall health. It’s not just beneficial to your heart and body in general but it also keeps your mind sharp as a tack. With healthy fats and all the unprocessed food found in the breakfast, there are only benefits to reap here.

The whole grains, nutrient dense beans and legumes, metabolism boosting spices and the generous slather of olive oil ensure a strong gut and a fit body and mind.

Zodiac’s chefs craft each dish with care and package it with flavor. The well-experienced chefs cater to their guests need for a flavorsome beginning and this Arabic mezze is the solution in July.

Each bite is a wake-up button to every cell in your body.

For a refreshing morning, Arabic affair find your way to Al Manzil hotel in Juffair. n

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Royal Golf Club Enjoy a fabulous array of tasty dishes that makes the Thursday Night Brunch while enjoying spectacular golf course views and a live entertainment by DNA. Available in the award-winning Links restaurant from 7pm to 11pm and costs BD 26 net inclusive of unlimited selected beverages. Find yourself on Friday at Links for an A La Carte Brunch for BD 30 net per person inclusive of unlimited beverages from 12pm to 4pm. Who doesn’t love Pizza? Masbah Pizzeria offers Buy One Get One Free Pizza every Sunday from 12pm.

Fridays and Saturdays, enjoy traditional roasts with all the trimmings for BD 10 net per person along with a 3 hour unlimited beverages package for BD 15 net per person, from 12pm.

For more info and reservations, call +973 1775 1262.

ART Rotana, Amwaj Islands Escape from the football mania this summer at Choices Terrace with an amazing 50% off on food and beverage orders taken during game time. Guests must present “ART Rotana’s Red Card” to claim the discount. Sushi nights at WU restaurant have been

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revamped to include the signature Sushi and Maki display paired with thrilling new live cooking stations, every Tuesday from 7pm to 11pm priced at BD 22++ for unlimited sushi and drinks.Thursday evenings from 7pm to 10:30pm enjoy a night all seafood fanatics dream of-‘Fisherman’s Voyage’ Seafood Night at Choices Terrace for BD 16++ soft drinks included and BD 25++ with house beverages.

For more info and reservations, call +973 1600 0111.

Four Seasons Hotel, Bahrain Bay Offering wide selection of Arabic favorites such as lamb Ouzi, cold mezzes and much more. It’s just the perfect offer for you and your family. End a Saturday Brunch fun with a tasty shisha on the terrace for BD 16++ including soft beverages and shisha from BD 12++ from 12:30pm to 3:30pm at Bahrain Bay Kitchen. The CUT Bar & Lounge is offering Wolfgang Pucks signature bites and drinks with chic music for an entrance fee of BD 3 net. Starting from 5pm to 7pm every Monday to Thursday and 4pm to 7pm every Friday and Saturday.

For more info and reservations, call +973 1711 5500

Going Out Mövenpick Hotel For fans of the world cup the Fun Zone Tent will broadcast the games on giant screens with a special menu and flavorful shisha from 14th June to 15th July. Construction-themed Friday Brunch with special delicacies, a delightful selection of drinks and a live band every Friday from 12:30pm to 5:00pm at Al Murjan Ballroom for BD 36 net. Chocolate inspired Friday brunch on 6th July in celebration of World Chocolate Day. Seafood Nights every Monday, from 7:00pm to 10:00pm with a vast range of aquatic delicacies from sushi, sashimi, seafood dim sum, tempura, oysters, slipper lobster and more, all for BD 24 net and BD 29 net including unlimited selected wines, beers and soft drinks.

For more info and reservations, call +973 1746 0017

Ritz Carlton Celebrate your birthday at the Ritz Gourmet Lounge from July 1st to September 31st with a special menu and a customized birthday cake. Available for a minimum of two to a maximum of ten guests. Game Zone action at the World Pavillion, set at the Villa Gazebo lawn with mega screens along with special a la carte and beverages menu, open daily from 2:00am to 2:00pm and from 4:00pm to 2:00am, starting June 24. Entrance is complimentary with a minimum spend of BD10 per person.

The signature Italian restaurant Primavera offers a two-course business set lunch by two Michelin starred Oliver Glowig for the price of BD 9.5++.

For more info and reservations, call +973 1746 0017

Sofitel Bahrain Indulge in the grandest Friday brunch experience in the Kingdom and enjoy mouthwatering dishes from Sofitel’s prestigious award winning restaurants, Saraya, Fiamma and Rivaaj. Spoil your taste buds every Friday from 12:30pm – 4:00pm as you discover authentic flavors from around the globe with a fine range of freshly cooked dishes to select from along with live cooking stations priced at BD25 net inclusive of selected beverages. Beat the summer heat and enjoy a large refreshing pint of Heineken and a mouthwatering burger with the Burger & Beer Combo priced at BD12 ++ available at the Lagoon Pool Bar

For more info and reservations, call +973 1763 6363

InterContinental Regency Join the groove with Salsa Nights at Elements Pool & Lounge and get 50% off on Cuba Libre and Sangria between 8:00pm and 2:00am, every Friday. Cocktail Ladies Nights at Downtown lets you enjoy 3 complementary beverages and 50% off on any selected food and beverage items on Tuesdays to Saturdays from 9:00pm to 1:00am.Pizzas of your choice for half the price at Medzo from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, every Monday and Thursday.

Indulge in delectable pastries displayed in the vitrine for half the price at Noor Lounge from 8:00pm every day.

For more info and reservations, call +973 1722 7777

Sheraton International buffet lunch or dinner at Al Safir Restaurant with special summer price of BD 10++. Lunches from 12:30pm to 3:30pm and dinners from 7:30pm to 11:30pm. Summer swims at Sheraton offers a day use of the Sheraton Fitness facility for BD 11 net, it includes an outdoor poll with three lap lanes and an outdoor Jacuzzi too.

For more info and reservations, call +973 1753 3533

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An Urban Summer Retreat S Bahrain Confidential visits the Elite Seef Residence & Hotel for a summer staycation.

ummer is upon us and most families are heading out for vacations. But for those of us who are stuck here, the Elite Seef Residence has a wonderful staycation planned for you.

The excellent suite rooms of Elite Seef Residence come in two – A two-bedroom suite and a one-bedroom suite. If you want to ditch your kids and head out for a couples’ summer getaway the cozy one bedroom is ideal with its old-school glamour. If you’re grabbing your kids along then the twin bed featuring two room suite is perfect for you. Predominantly, the whole ambiance at the Elite Seef Residence leans towards a family oriented summer staycation.

If you’ve ever been to the Elite Seef Residence, you’ll know that the Al Waha pool is the prime attraction there. For this summer, the hotel is organizing a swim camp for both kids and adults alike. Personal trainers are also available for the same.

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Going Out It’s right next to the Oasis area where you’ll find the il Giardino hotel and Sip & Dip bar. So right after a refreshing swim you can grab a bite and something to drink. We personally recommend the Beef Steak & Mashed potatoes, the pasta Fetuccini and any of the pizzas from the Pizzaria.

The Oasis also features a kids’ club where caretakers and trainers ensure a fun time for your kids with an array of indoor activities.

You could then head out to their well-equipped health clubKinetix for men and Kinesis for women. It also features a sauna and steam room.

For sports lovers, there are live counter FIFA deals from 6:00pm to 12:00am where you get mini mixed grills plus a bottle of beer for BD 5.99++ and more.

Head out to the Elite Seef Residence for an urban summer retreat! n For more info and reservations, call Tel. +973 1758 3388

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