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Calvin Harris

48 Cover Story Dua Lipa - Rules OK

54 Hot Beauty

Makeover Magic - Salon’as P.56 Mother nature calling - Natalie Rose Kern P.58 X Factor - Hair Lab Marbella

60 Hot Fashion

Water Baby – Elle Morgan P.64 Summer Loving... Hot Fashion Shoot

86 Hot Fitness

Ageless Body! – Lee Dawson

92 Hot Plate

Banquet by the Sea - La Sala by the Sea P.96 What’s Cooking P.98 Beach Culture – Mistral Beach

106 Who, What, Where

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108 Lina’s Diary Out & about in Marbella

112 Hot Events

The Coast’s ‘hottest’ events

136 Hot Music

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138 Calendar of Events Design & production: Hot Print & Media Carolina Cuesta & Victor Broch. Editor: Giles Brown.

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Blake cheats on Ryan?

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According to her Instagram!

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds are trolling each other on Instagram once again. And this time, they’ve dragged Anna Kendrick into it.

Lively posted a promotional poster of her and Kendrick’s new movie, A Simple Favour. She captioned the post, “@annakendrick47 is the hotter, female(r) version of my husband... so, would it reaaaally count as cheating??”

Kendrick responded, “So glad we’re finally taking this public. I let Ryan have Deadpool, he can give me this.”

Ryan’s response to all of this? “The most ambitious crossover event in history. I’ll miss you both. Tell my story.” It appears Ryan is down for the cheating as long as it’s with Anna.

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Posh’s advice to Harper

Victoria Beckham was advocating girl power to the world more than 20 years ago, and she continues to instil that empowering message of equality in her daughter Harper.

The fashion designer says the important piece of advice that she gives her six-year-old daughter daily is to pursue her dream, as she can achieve anything - especially at a time when women’s rights and gender equality are being pushed to forefront.

“Every day when Harper goes to school, she walks up the school stairs and I give her a kiss,” the former Spice Girl said. “I say, ‘Harper, you’re a girl, you can achieve anything. You can do anything that you want to do.’”

Wise words!!!

You can achieve anything

Johnny Depp has revealed the full extent of the extravagant spending which has landed him in such great debt. The troubled actor admits to spending vast amounts of money on wine.

“It’s insulting to say that I spent $30,000 on wine,” says Depp. “Because it was far more.”

The actor famously spent millions shooting the ashes of his friend Hunter S Thompson out of a cannon - and he used this latest interview to clarify how much that really cost.

“By the way, it was not $3 million to shoot Hunter into the f------ sky,” says Depp, “It was $5 million.” Depp has been accused of living an overly flamboyant lifestyle, including spending $75 million on 14 homes, owning 45 luxury cars, a private jet and a yacht, and employing an entourage of 40 full-time personal staff, costing him $10 million a year.

It’s my money,”If I want to buy 15,000 cotton balls a day, it’s my thing.” he says. $30,000 on wine? Sounds like a Hot editorial lunch!

Girl power!

Cheryl’s the greatest!

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Group to reform

GLEE star Matthew Morrison has confirmed he will work with Cheryl on new talent show The Greatest Dancer.

Sending a birthday message to the singer, Matthew said: “So happy you were born! Look forward to getting to know you better this year!”

It follows rumours that the 35-year-old will act in a mentoring role as a “dance captain” in Simon Cowell’s latest TV project.

The Greatest Dancer is currently in development and is set to air in early 2019.

Let’s hope this role lasts a little longer than the previous one!

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So happy you were born

Sue you!

Ed wants royalties

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Singer, Ed Sheeran is suing after he was blocked from receiving any royalties from his No 1 smash Shape of You. The 27-year-old megastar has not pocketed a penny from the song which was last year’s bestselling single since May 10 following a complaint by a little-known songwriter.

Musician Sam Chokri, 25, claimed the hit tune, said to have amassed £20million in revenue, is a copy of his 2015 track Oh Why. And he has won a ruling from the Performing Rights Society which decided to put the hit “into suspense” in May meaning Ed has had no money from his song being broadcast or performed.

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Crime Fighters Streep and Cher save woman

Meryl Streep and Cher once saved a woman who was being attacked by a “gigantic man” on the streets of New York, the singer revealed in an interview. The incident, which happened in the 80s, saw the two actresses run straight at the woman’s attacker. “Meryl had just had [her daughter] Mamie, and we were downtown in her old apartment, and she said, ‘I want some ice cream”. “And so we walk out and the first thing we see is some guy hitting cars with a brick. And then we walk down the street and we hear screaming. And we come around the corner, and this gigantic man is ripping clothes off of this girl.” “Meryl starts screaming, and I start screaming, and we run toward this gigantic man and he turns and starts running toward us.

And just out of, I don’t know, we split and he ran through us. And so we went up to the girl, and all of her clothes were torn and she was clutching her bag.” Cher also recalled the funny comment the woman made after being saved: “She goes, ‘Oh my God! I was saved by Meryl Streep and Cher. I’m an actress, and I work in a café where we sing, and all my friends are going to be so jealous.’”

As if we needed another reason to love Cher and Meryl Streep!

from his No 1 smash Shape of You

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Remembering THAT dress

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Hurley on that little black number

We can help

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Giving Big $100,000 donation

George and Amal Clooney are stepping up to help migrant children separated from their parents at the border, announcing that their Clooney Foundation for Justice donated $100,000 to the Young Centre for Immigrant’s Children’s Rights a human-rights group that advocates for immigrant children.

“At some point in the future our children will ask us: is it true, did our country really take babies from their parents and put them in detention centres? And when we answer yes, they’ll ask us what we did about it. What we said. Where we stood,” Amal said in a statement. “We can’t change this administration’s policy, but we can help defend the victims of it.”

Safe to say they won’t be getting an invite to the White House soon!

In 1994, Elizabeth Hurley wore a haltered black Versace dress, held together at the side with oversized safety pins, for the premiere of thenboyfriend Hugh Grant’s latest film Four Weddings and a Funeral. The result? It became immortalised in fashion history.

But while she must have known it would get people talking, did she predict we’d still be talking about it more than two decades later?

“In retrospect, it’s an interesting feeling,” she says “A few years ago, I got a lot of calls wondering what I thought of the dress’ 20th birthday. I have to say, I hadn’t known it was the dress’ 20th birthday - that was news to me.

I’m delighted a dress I wore might be something someone would think about, but it wasn’t really that big a deal to me at the time.”

We’ll NEVER forget that dress!

No more selfies!

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Kim Kardashian West, unrivalled queen of the selfie, has declared that she no longer likes, or takes selfies.

“I don’t take selfies anymore,” Kardashian said “I don’t really like them. It’s not all about sitting there taking selfies. I used to spend so much of my time taking selfies.”

Kardashian – who actually once released a book entitled Selfish, which was made up of selfies she had taken – added that she wants to spend a little more time in the real world, rather than on her phone.

“I just would like to live in real time a little bit more. I don’t mind pictures, I just am not on my phone like I used to be.”

On the same day Kardashian posted a picture of herself in her underwear. Not a selfie exactly, you could argue, but definitely a picture she took of herself in the mirror. And on National Selfie Day – the star posted an article onto her app, which she shared on Instagram Stories, giving advice on how to take the perfect selfie.

A case of do what I say not what I do!

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Kidnapped!

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Hugh’s spot of bother

Hugh Grant has revealed that his new wife Anna Eberstein who he married in May was ‘kidnapped’ by a furious taxi driver as they honeymooned in Paris.

The terrifying episode came about when he realised he had no cash to pay the driver.

He instead asked him to stop at an ATM so he could withdraw cash for the £5.30 fare, but when the machine didn’t work, Hugh, 57, claims the driver was so angry that he sped off with his wife.

“I panicked and said to my new wife, ‘Get out the car’. The taxi driver said, ‘What are you doing?’

“I said, ‘Your machine doesn’t work so we’re not paying’. At which point he kidnapped her. He drove off with my wife!”

Change of heart hey Hugh?

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Drake romance rumours

Bella responds

Bella Hadid is responding to all those Drake romance rumours that have been circulating for quite a while.

The pair had been spotted hanging out together in the past, which prompted rumours that they may be a couple.

It all started when a tweet speculated if the pair had really ever dated.

A Twitter user wrote back, “Probably, who hasn’t he banged. #jealous.”

Bella then responded to that person, writing, “Not me!!! that’s disrespectful. WHY CANT PPL BE FRIENDS W/o all the insinuation” Good girl definitely not good time girl!

Your machine doesn’t work so we’re not paying

Kaley Cuoco is married!

Announced in instagram

The 32-year-old Big Bang Theory actress took to Instagram at the end of June to announce that she and Karl Cook have officially tied the knot.

“Legally KCSQUARED 6-30-18,” Kaley captioned the black and white photo of herself and her new hubby sharing a kiss in a stable decorated with flowers.

In the picture, Kaley can be seen wearing a lace wedding dress with matching cape while Karl looked handsome in a classic black tux.

Kaley and Karl started dating back in March of 2016 and got engaged on her 32nd birthday last November.

Big Bang Wallop… get in there Kaley!

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Bespectacled aardvark!

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Chrissy’s Cracker Hubby is an aardvark?

Chrissy Teigen’s posted a picture of her daughter Luna on social media - while at the same time having a joke at her husband John Legend’s expense.

The TV presenter uploaded an image of the two year old clutching a cuddly toy which she captioned: “Luna and daddy”.

The little girl is actually holding a replica of cartoon character Arthur Read.

Fans have long pointed out Legend’s apparent resemblance to the bespectacled aardvark.

Let’s hope John has a good sense of humour!

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Brigitte’s Baby Mum at 54!

Brigitte Nielsen has given birth to her fifth child at the age of 54.

She’s told People magazine that her first daughter, Frida, was born in LA and weighed 5 pounds and 9 ounces. “We are overjoyed to welcome our beautiful daughter into our lives. It’s been a long road and so worth it. We’ve never been more in love”.

The “Rocky IV” and “Red Sonja” actress has had five different husbands, including Sylvester Stallone - and has four adult sons from her previous marriages.

Congratulations!

So worth it

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Game of Weddings GoT stars wed

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Game Of Thrones co-stars Kit Harington and Rose Leslie have married in Aberdeenshire.

Guests lined the path outside a church in Kirkton of Rayne - where the newlyweds were cheered and showered with flower petal confetti as they left for their reception.

The couple got into an old Land Rover Defender decorated with paper hearts with Just Married written on them and tin cans tied to the back.

Guessing that they won’t be honeymooning in Kings Landing!

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Such a sad loss Love Island star dies

Love Island presenter Caroline Flack says the show’s former star Sophie Gradon, who has died aged 32, was a ‘beautiful soul’.

The ex-Miss Great Britain was found dead at an address in Northumberland Police say there are no suspicious circumstances.

Her former villa mate Olivia Buckland has also paid tribute - calling her intricate, creative and intelligent.

Such a sad loss

The savior of Africa

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Akon City Musician has huge plans Musician Akon is planning to build a futuristic city in Senegal and base its economy around a new cryptocurrency named after him.

The multi-platinum-selling producer revealed the idea at a festival in Cannes According to entertainment site Page Six, he says the currency - called AKoin - could be “the saviour of Africa in many ways” because of how secure it would be.

Thanks. But we’ll take our money in dollars or euros please!

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Rapper Riot Memorial Mayhem A memorial for rapper XXXTentacion has turned into a riot. Video posted by fans online appears to show police shooting non-lethal rounds at a crowd in a Los Angeles street.

The 20-year-old musician was shot dead in Miami as he left a motorsports dealership The Sheriff’s Office says a 22-year-old has been charged with first-degree murder without premeditation.

No way to show respect!

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Kim’s Back!

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Star makes Paris trip

Setback in recovery

Kim Kardashian West has returned to Paris more than 18 months after she was robbed at gunpoint in the city.

The reality star attended a fashion show with her husband Kanye West and half-sister Kylie Jenner.

It’s thought to be her first time in the French capital since a group of men gagged her and stole several million dollars’ worth of jewellery.

We’re guessing she had a small army of bodyguards with her this time

Robbed at gunpoint

Demi down?

Has singer slipped?

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Demi Lovato has released a new single in which she suggests she suffered a setback in her recovery from addiction.

The 25-year-old singer refers to a relapse on her latest track, titled Sober.

It comes after she celebrated six years of sobriety in March.

Whatever happened, we hope she’s back on track now!

Roseanne’s Return?

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Series gets spinoff – without star!

ABC has ordered a spinoff to comedy series Roseanne, without the involvement of its creator and namesake, Roseanne Barr.

The original writers, producers and cast members will appear in the new show, given the working title The Conners.

Roseanne won’t receive any payment for the series.

The network cancelled the show in May, immediately after Roseanne posted a racist tweet.

Just proves that no one is bigger than their show!

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Plan Ahead for Ed

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Not an easy show

Ed Sheeran fans had to plan ahead for his recordbreaking Cardiff concerts.

The “Perfect” singer became the first performer to play four successive nights at the Principality Stadium.

The last trains to London and Birmingham were set to leave before the concert finished and Sheera nalso imposed strict entry conditions - fans names were printed on tickets and they needed ID at the door.

Might have been easier to watch a live stream!

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Ariana Engaged!

Singer to marry Comedian

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Talk to them!

Funny guy Pete Davidson has confirmed he’s engaged to Ariana Grande after a whirlwind romance”!

The couple, who are both 24, started dating in May and in early June it was reported they were engaged.

Now Davidson’s become the first of the pair to talk publicly about it - on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

Proves that girls love a guy who makes them laugh!

Put aside your politics

Isaacs speaks with immigrants Harry Potter star Jason Isaacs is urging people to talk to refugees, after he met migrants from Africa in Italy.

The actor says he was moved by the resilience of the people he spoke to while working with the British Red Cross.

Speaking on World Refugee Day Jason hopes to encourage people to put aside their politics to speak to people who are forced to flee their homes.

Well done Jason!

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Cheers!

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Pop singer, Katy Perry (33) relaxes on a luxury yacht with her friends whilst taking a break from her Witness tour which saw her wrap up the European leg of her tour. Formentera, Spain.

Hot bod!!!

30.06.18 Actor, Chris Hemsworth (34) shows off his toned torso after a surfing session in Byron Bay, Australia. Not hard to see what Elsa Pataky sees in him!

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Buffed!

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Model, Gabriel Aubry (41) puts his muscles on display while going shirtless for a run through the L.A. streets in Studio City, California.

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World Cup woman!

29.06.18 Supermodel, Izabel Goulart (33) flashes a peace sign whilst supporting Brazil during the FIFA World Cup in Moscow, Russia.

Power moves!

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American actress and singer, Janelle Monae (32) wows the crowd during her performance at the Greek Theatre in Los Angeles.

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Vibrant vibes!

30.06.18 Whatever happened to the ‘fresh faced’ One Direction star? Zayn Malik (25) looking very colourful whilst out and about on the streets of NYC.

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Pretty Boy & girl!

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Colombian pop sensation, Maluma (24) and American model girlfriend, Natalia Barulich (26) having a little fun in Barcelona, Spain.

Hat-trick!

30.06.18 American actress and model, Emily Ratajkowski (27) sporting a big hat and denim shorts whilst out and about in Mykonos.

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Talented pals!

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Legendary singers Ed Sheeran (27) and Sir Elton John (71) are spotted posing together at the Argento Ball for the Elton John AIDS Foundation in Windsor, England.

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All Love!

24.06.18 Actress, Victoria Justice (25) supports the LGBT Pride March in full festive gear in New York City.

Toy Boy! 24.06.18

Loved up couple, Kourtney Kardashian (39) and Younes Bendjima (25) continue their Italian vacation with a boat outing in Capri, Italy.

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Robe Ready!

25.06.18 Jamie Foxx (50) host of the BET Awards speaks onstage in a ’fetching little number’ at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

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Good Vibes!

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HALLE BAILEY, SNOOP DOGG & CHLOE BAILEY. Superstar rapper Snoop Dogg (46), Oscar winning actress, Halle Berry (50) and actress, Chloe Bailey (19)pose together at the 2018 BET Awards.

Hot Bod! 24.06.18 Oscar winning actor, Matthew McConaughey (48) is spotted relaxing on a boat in Capri, Italy.

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Dynamic Duo! 24.06.18

Taylor Swift (28) brings British pop star, Robbie Williams (44) on stage during her Reputation tour stop at Wembley Stadium, London.

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Bunny Ears!

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Lady Gaga (32) doing as only Lady Gaga does getting silly with her assistant in New York while rocking a tangerine wrap dress.

Tigress!!!

26.06.18 Shakira (41) showing she has lost none of her hot Latina roots performing on her ‘El Dourado Tour’ in Bordeaux, France.

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Work it Girl!

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Hot’s very own Cover Girl (April issue), Demi Lovato (25) wowing the crowds at the O2 Arena in London.

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Hot Marbella finds out ten things about the internationally acclaimed DJ who has worked with a number of stars, including this month’s cover star Dua Lipa

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He’s not really called Calvin Calvin Harris is not the DJ’s real name! He was born in Scotland as Adam Richard Wiles. Despite releasing his music under his stage name, you will find that his real name is used in writing credits for his music.

Maybe he got Calvin from his favourite undies?

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He’s had some pretty unglamourous jobs Although he’s now worth close to $200m, Calvin’s first job was as a fish factory followed by a job at Safeway. He said that Safeway was less smelly, but also that he made less money.

We’d take less money over smelly every time!

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He doesn’t like to wear shorts He claims because he is Scottish he doesn’t like wearing shorts and that being seen in public without a shirt is offensive!

He’d be offended by some of the sights walking around Banus then!

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He doesn’t make twerking music.

Calvin’s not interested in music for twerking, but he recognises that it’s fine as a dance step.

The Hot editorial team aren’t big twerking fans. Mainly because they can’t do it!

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He’s a big guy Harris is 6ft 5 3/4 inches and takes size 13 shoes. He has problems finding stylish shoes, too.

He joked that tall people are more genetically advanced.

And you know what they say about people with big feet…

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He had old skool technology His debut album ‘I Created Disco’, was made using an Amiga 500+, if you don’t know what one of those is, your smartphone has got more computing power!

Just shows you don’t need the latest kit!

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He tells white lies While Calvin was writing his second album ‘Ready for the Weekend’, he claimed his laptop - with some of the album - was ‘lost’ at Heathrow Airport. Actually the DJ apparently said that to buy a bit of extra time!

Naughty boy!

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He beat Jacko!

Calvin broke a record previously held by Michael Jackson for the most UK top 10 hits from a studio album. His album ‘18 Months’ had nine top ten hits including ‘Sweet Nothing’ with Florence Welch, ‘We Found Love’ with Rihanna and ‘I Need Your Love’ with Ellie Goulding.

That’s an impressive record, in all senses of the word!

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It’s not all about him Calvin says that he doesn’t write songs about his experiences, “I’m not an autobiographical singer,” he explained. Despite rumours that his 2016 song ‘My Way’ was written about his ex Taylor Swift, Calvin revealed in an interview it’s actually about leaving his supermarket job.

At least it means Taylor won’t sue him!

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He stage invaded!

Calvin invaded the stage of the UK’s The X Factor during a performance by Irish duo Jedward, holding a pineapple on his head and bending over to point at his buttocks. He was subsequently escorted from the studio by the security team “If you look at music it’s a frightening stranglehold that Simon Cowell has got over the entire music chart in the UK at the moment”, he said.

We felt the same about Jedward, trust us!

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t the end of last year, Spotify announced the most-streamed artists.

Most popular female artist of 2017, ahead of the likes of Taylor Swift, Beyoncé and Ariana Grande was Dua Lipa, the sassy new kid on the charts and the Queen of what she calls “dance crying”.

Born in Pristina, Dua’s family was forced to flee to London when the former Yugoslavia violently broke up in the 90s. Her parents, who had professional careers in Kosovo, took waiting jobs, and the experience had a lasting impact on her worldview and work ethic. Lipa says that coming from a background such as hers, “you understand something on a personal level.

That no refugee leaves their country without having to.”

After living in the UK, Dua (her name is Albanian for ‘kiss’) the young aspiring star soon realised that when she moved back to Kosovo with her parents after

the end of the civil war, she was never going to make it if she stayed in Pristina.

She came up with “a trick”, she says, selling her parents on the idea that her main goal was to go to a good British university.

“I said: ‘To do that I’ll need to do my GCSEs and A-levels in English.’” It worked. Back in London, Lipa was looked after by her parents’ friends. She enrolled at Sylvia Young on weekends, and began recording demos that she uploaded to YouTube and SoundCloud.

Eventually Ben Mawson, Lana Del Rey’s manager, had a listen.

He signed Lipa, and started arranging long, immersive studio sessions with different collaborators. The best stuff, tonally, seemed to happen when Lipa’s two preferred genres – moody rap and catchy bubblegum – came crunching together. “New Rules” was actually written for and rejected by a number of other artists, including the girl band Little Mix. When Lipa tried the track she infused it with something new.

One and a half billion clicks later “New Rules” remains her calling card, her name-maker.

After several delays, her debut album took two-and-a-half years, as she flatly refused to

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With worldwide hits, two Brits and a billion YouTube views, Dua Lipa is the ‘Madonna of Generation Z’.

release it until she’d completely honed her sound. It connected with fans straight away “Fans came up to me and they would say, ‘My God, this made me feel really empowered.’ And I thought, wow, that is really interesting that something that felt so therapeutic to write is also helping someone else and maybe this is the kind of direction I want to go in.”

She even gave this unusual combo – songs that made you feel a bit sad and yet want to dance at the same time – a name. She christened her new genre “dance crying”.

February saw her performing at and picking up two Brits (British Female Solo Artist and Breakthrough Act), as well as singing before a worldwide audience at the Champions League final in Kiev. Halfway through a phenomenal 2018, Dua reflects on her career so far.

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“Performing at the Brit Awards and wining was just so crazy because I’d watched that show my whole life on telly and having the opportunity to perform, was huge for me and winning was just the cherry on the cake.

There have just been so many incredible things.”

Lipa is now busy on her second album “I started writing it at the

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beginning of the year. I guess when I’m touring it’s quite tricky to find time to write but I’ll be writing a lot again during the middle and end of this year.

I’ve got some surprises coming this year but I’ll try and put out my own new music next year.

Again, it’s pop but it has some diverse sounds. I’m trying not to stray too far away from my sound which I have described as “dance crying” for a while.

“It is a pop album that you’re going to be able to dance to, but a lot of the songs are sad.

They’re about heartbreak and they’re about going through some emotional manipulation. It kind of sucks that that’s the thing

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Even with Dua’s short career thus far, she’s been a part of a lot of different tours. Her most memorable to date is the ‘Self Titled Tour’ which consisted of a staggering 65 dates in total.

that really triggers my creativity, but happy things don’t seem to do it for me.”

At the Brits she also spoke about #MeToo “Here’s to more women on these stages,” Lipa said, “more women winning awards, and more women taking over the world.”

“For a female artist, it takes a lot more to be taken seriously if you’re not sat down at a piano or with a guitar. For a male artist, people instantly assume they write their own music, but for women, they assume it’s all manufactured.”

“Personally, I’m lucky in that I haven’t really had any sexual harassment in any way. But I think #MeToo is so important”.

Much more than just another manufactured Pop Princess, Dua has the talent, ambition and work ethic that could see her at the top of her game for years to come – hence the Madonna comparisons.

What she learned from her family’s experience was that you keep going, you keep working, you try to better your chances of better luck. “A big part of who I am,” she says, “has been watching my parents learn to adapt in different places, in different circumstances… And my dad would always tell me: ‘You have to work really, really hard, just to have a tiny bit of luck.’ So to answer your question, I do believe in the romantic side of it. And I believe in the hard graft, too.

“For me, growing up, doing music, watching pop stars on TV – that felt as crazy as cartoons. Totally unbelievable. Not real.

What I’ve learned from my parents is this: everything comes from hard work. And then, maybe, things align.”

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makeover Tucked away behind the market in the centre of Marbella, Salon’as is a delightful little beauty salon where customer service, highly skilled therapists and attention to detail combine, offering one of the most exceptional beauty experiences I’ve ever encountered.

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polished in no time everyday: I am excited to say the least!

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am greeted at the boutique salon by the friendly little team: Rimanté who is the eyelash expert, Rasa, the permanent make-up artist and micro pigmentation master and Karina, the highly skilled nail technician and make-up artist.

The girls offer me coffee or Cava and chocolate — and a seat to discuss the treatments.

I explain that I’m usually lowmaintenance on the make-up front due to being a busy working mother, always on the go and that make-up and grooming come low on my daily priorities.

The team ensures me that with their help, I can look perfectly

Eye Spy First, Rimanté sets to work on my eyelashes.

In the past, I have always avoided eyelash extensions, as I find them heavy and they make my eyelids droopy, causing me to feel tired. But Rimanté assures me that she has just the lashes for me! Whilst one can get Russian lashes and Kardashian volume lashes at the salon, which are are great for va-va-voom volume, Rimante also has completely natural, light lashes that are almost weightless. She works quickly with expert precision and when she has finished I flutter my eyes... No tired, heavy lids at all. Instead, I feel glamorous — almost immediately!

Eyelash extensions: Classic - 55€ Russian volume - 65€ Kardashian volume - 65€ Kiss me Quick!

Next, Rasa begins the permanent make up on my lips.

Here, I am even more hesitant, as I’ve never had any permanent make up before,

she works so quickly that instead of feeling tired, I feel glamorous — almost immediately! so I am a complete novice.

Rasa perfects the permanent 3D volume lips on me and I am curious as to what to expect.

She spends time mixing colours and perfecting the shade so that it matches my skin pigmentation and the tone of my lips, thus affording a completely natural appearance. This treatment

means that you never need apply lipstick or contour pencil again — just a lick of lipgloss and you’re all set.

Make me Up Finally, Karina begins on my nails -- she has the widest range of colours for gel and shellac nails and offers a variety of pretty patterns and glamorous sparkles. I choose a soft pink and she is swift and meticulous with her application.

Finally, she turns to my face with a gentle hand and a sparkle in her eye as she contours my cheekbones and highlights my eyes.

She has an impeccable eye for colours and textures and the girls smile as she dabs a little gloss and perfects the finishing touches — making me feel like a princess in minutes!

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The Academy Salon’as also offers a lash and brow academy with high quality classes available for students to study a one-day course to learn a specific technique or a six day full course to learn face micro pigmentation. These courses are taught in English, Spanish, Russian or Lithuanian. With the highest possible qualifications and some of the highest results in europe, it is all too obvious that Salon’as can change your life

The essence of the eyelash extension is is to add artificial eyelashes to one of your natural eyelashes, the procedure could be called ‘one to one’ or fan to one

making me feel like a princess in minutes!

3D VOLUME. An opportunity to optically enlarge the lips, give them an ideal form and make a sharp contour Salon’as can also help with the elimination of unwanted tattoos or permanent makeup

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ver the past few years cannabis oil has been improving the quality of life for millions who would otherwise be resigned to a life of pain. They include cancer patients, sufferers of acute Multiple Sclerosis, Crones, Alzheimer’s and epilepsy to those suffering with anxiety, PTSD, glaucoma and arthritis.

Cannabis oil is an entirely natural medicine — devoid of all chemicals and modern-day pharmaceuticals — that has been known for centuries for its health benefits.

In recent years has it become more widely known in the West, and its growing popularity is due to its astounding results. Not only does it offer powerful pain relief , but it also vastly improves the side effects of chemotherapy .

Celebrities who endorse the beneficial effects of using cannabis oil include Morgan Freeman, Snoop Dog and Michael J Fox — who suffers from Parkinson’s disease —and admits that it has helped to alleviate his symptoms.

Body-n-Soul is the brainchild of owners Kim and Rita Gabrielsen.

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one of the most effective natural oils for the alleviation of many conditions and illnesses oil. They set out to find a supplier and sent samples home to their friends who suffered from Multiple Sclerosis. All were delighted by the results.

They sell the full spectrum of oils in varying strengths, depending on the severity of the ailment.

Kim explains, “You can use 1.25%/3% and 5% for daily use for light symptoms or light pains, 10% /15%/ or 20% are suitable for more constant pains like arthritis. The heavier concentrations such as 40% upwards are recommended for the more serious side effects associated with chemotherapy.”

For Kim and Rita, Body n Soul is more than just a business, it’s a labour of love and worthwhile cause that gives them so much satisfaction.

Having seen the immediate

benefits, they have created other entirely organic cannabisbased products. One of the most impressive is their range of handmade cannabis based creams. It’s extremely organic, clean and helps with skin rashes, eczema, acne and also helps wounds heal faster.

In addition to products for humans, there are cannabisbased products for pets.

Because, yes - pets suffer from many of the same ailments that we do. For elderly dogs it can alleviate arthritis and evidence has shown that soon after administering the oil, they became livelier and walked better.

They also stock aloe vera products and some excellent tea cannabis teas to compliment the CBD oil.

Body n Soul’s cannabis oil retails at only 29 Euros, as they control the process from sourcing the products and distribution, to securing the best possible prices.

A visit to the San Pedro-based shop is a must, as it’s even cheaper than buying online Body-n-Soul Calle Sevilla 11, San Pedro de Alcantara @Body-n-Soul

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With the summer season now in full flow Banus’ leading hair extension salon Hair Lab Marbella, is once again expanding with the arrival of two more exciting talents to its busy salon!

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Anouszka can be booked via Instagram @hairlabmarbella or by using their online booking system.

Also joining Hair Lab Marbella this month for ONE MONTH ONLY is the super talented Creative Stylist, Natasha Collins.

Natasha will be arriving from Liverpool and will on hand to help you get ‘this summer’s best look’ enabling you to be the envy of all your friends!

Again, Natasha can be booked via Instagram @hairlabmarbella or by using their online booking system.

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Celebrity salon!

Last month, Reality TV stars Rodrigo Alves (The Human Ken Doll) and Danni Levy visited Hair Lab Marbella. The ‘Botched’

on hand to help you get ‘this summer’s best look’ star and’ Life on Marbs’ star took time out from a bit of retail therapy for a quick hair fix and liquid refreshment. Although Danni is a regular visitor to the salon it was Rodrigo’s first visit but he vowed to be back soon for a complete make-over.

Hair Lab Marbella Centro Comercial Cristamar Puerto Banus Tel: + 34 666 24 14 64

watercult swimwear is exclusively available at Elle Morgan Boutique, C.C. Laguna Village, 30 & 31, Estepona

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Clothing: Elle Morgan Boutique at Laguna Village t: 647 869 831

Clothing: Elle Morgan Boutique at Laguna Village t: 647 869 831

Elle Morgan Boutique in Laguna Village offers an International mix of affordable labels and up and coming brands.

Melissa Odabash . Luli Fama . Seafolly . Maaji . Heidi Klein . Watercult .

Swimdays . Banana Moon . Moeva . DKNY . Elizabeth Hurley Beach . Phax .

Ashiana . Damai . Jolidon . Pitusa . Havaiana . Beach Bunny . Aguaclara and much more...

This store is a must visit!

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Summer Loving...

Credits: Stylist: Natalie Rose Kern & Eveline Boxleitner Make-up: Nicola Cuddy Photography: Justin Moore photography Models: Belinda (Target Models) and Tamaya Location: Paloma Blanca Hotel

Had me a blast... Summer loving, happened so fast!

Summer is in full swing in Marbella and whether you’re lounging about, working out or going out -- OUT -- turn up the heat this summer with fashion for every occasion.

From gym bunnies to swimming pool mermaids, we’ve discovered the coolest collections to stay stylish whilst you break a sweat. Hit the town in slinky silk numbers or stay effortlessly cool in chic classics.

From rooftop yoga to poolside posing, Marbella is all about getting out and about to see and be seen, so get on up, get on out and embrace the Spirit of Summer...

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Ageless Body!

Lee Dawson specialises in Martial Arts, Self Defense, Hybrid Karate and Thai Fit. Not one to brag but his list of qualification is incredible. He holds several black belts! Claim to fame - he has trained the Saudi Arabian princess in her palace and numerous Hollywood stars. @gympanattamarbella +34 674 61 44 77

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s a sports professional, I am not easily impressed by young, fit bodies. But when I meet someone over 40, who radiates natural health and beauty and looks 20 years younger than they really are, it makes me stop and take notice!

Marizete Da Silva is a transformational life coach with over 20 years’ experience teaching yoga. Her energy, enthusiasm and dazzling smile would leave most teenagers standing. Learning about her holistic approach was both refreshing and inspirational. lee Marizete; what is the secret to staying in shape and looking young at any age? mds It’s not one single thing.

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examples. Doing these things in the sun and nature are also really important. It’s not about damaging and hurting your body, but nurturing and strengthening it with exercise. The mental and spiritual side is also very important and that’s a huge part of my coaching and mentoring programme.

Her energy, enthusiasm and dazzling smile would leave most teenagers standing lee How important is nutrition? mds It’s important to eat well,

but at the same time I don’t believe in depriving yourself of things you like. I ask my body ‘Is this something that will make you feel happy and good’? If my body answers “Yes”, then it’s OK. Normally my body will tell me that two brownies or glasses of wine are not so good, so I don’t feel the need to over-indulge!

On a more scientific level, I work with an amazing nutritionist who will do a detailed blood analysis for my clients and recommend specific foods and regimes. lee You mention the mental and spiritual side of things; do you have a secret formula for that? mds As someone who was diagnosed as being bi-polar

Hot Marbella’s fitness expert Lee Dawson discovers how to look young, fit and healthy at any age, with Transformational Coach, Marizete Da Silva.

and suffered depression, I owe a huge amount to a programme called Access Consciousness. I am now a certified facilitator in this discipline and it has totally transformed my life.

One of the first things I do with my clients is a process called Access Bars ® where I touch 32 points on their head, very lightly in a one-hour session. The effect of the bars is to release all of the baggage that we are carrying.

Once we release our baggage then we feel much lighter and ready to fly like a balloon! lee If people are getting out of shape and are losing their youthful energies, what course of action would you recommend? mds I am running a special 21 day VIP programme for people who really want to transform the way they look and feel. Alternatively, if you are less committed, then a ‘Bars session’ is a great way to start. There is no right or wrong answer to anything. I just help you choose what your body is asking for; so that you can discover what’s really possible for you in the most joyful and fun way.

For more details, check out www.myexponentiallife.com

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here are several reasons why I enjoy being Editor of Hot Magazine. There are the celebrity interviews and the opening party invitations of course. But one of the best things is the restaurant reviews, and especially

when it’s Mistral Beach.

I have to come clean and admit that I have been a Marbella beach bum for the past 30 years or so, and there is nothing that I like better than the feeling of the sand between my toes, a delicious lunch on the table, some cool beats playing in the background and the Mediterranean glistening before me. Which pretty much describes my most recent visit to Mistral Beach.

I have actually been coming to this particular stretch of beach for decades now, hanging out at long departed beach bars such as Ipanema Beach, Babaloo Beach and the Rodeo Beach Club. And while other beach clubs seem to go for the “Party on the Playa”• approach, Mistral is laid back preferring to let the food, service and brilliant ambience attract a “right crowd and no crowding” clientele.

It’s both well established and well liked by both visitors and locals, and attracts sun worshipers of all ages. If you want to sleep off the effects of a night out in the Port or work on your tan, then there are plenty of sunbeds.

But Mistral Beach isn’t just about topping up the tan. The food is, quite simply, superb. There is a large selection of salads as you would expect, so we started with a Haiti salad – avocado, prawns, lettuce, cherry tomatoes – while other starters include classics such as the Melon and Palma Ham and Bresola, Rucula and Parmisan shavings as well as a spicy Gambas Pil Pil, Boqureones Fritos and Fritura de Puntillitas (fried baby squid).

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that would photograph well, and soon our table was groaning under the weight of food. This included a superb seafood paella, impressive churrasco (Brazilian style bbq) and a wonderfully presented Red King Prawn Skewer.

By this time the other diners at Mistral were Instagraming photos of our food, obviously convinced that we were both wealthy and very, very hungry!

And although the Hot team were rather marvelously full at the end of the lunch, we couldn’t resist Mistral’s superb crème brulee and tiramasalu.

If anyone over tells you that there is no culture in Marbella, then take them to Mistral Beach, where you’ll find beach culture at its finest!

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Mistral Beach is a charming place to relax, sunbathe, meet friends to eat or enjoy an amazing cocktail…

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The sand between my toes, a delicious lunch on the table, some cool beats playing in the background and the Mediterranean glistening before me

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C’est si bon is a new Gastrobar,French Bakery, Delicatessen,Cheese and Wine Bar due to open this month. The brainchild of the vivacious Monique van Moergestel - who formally run To Daily - C’est si bon just across from the H10 Andalucia Plaza aims to bring a slice of Gallic charm to Nueva Andalucia.

C’est si bon. Calle Iris, 12T, Edificio Jardines Tropicales, Nueva Andalucia. Tel: +34 625 771 122

Lebanese Dreams

The hot summer months are the perfect time to try out Lebanese cuisine. And if you haven’t tried Lebanese food then you are missing out - trust us!

features a stunning and luxurious interior, bringing authentic

Promising “a place where dreams and flavours come together to bring a mysterious Oriental essence” Occo

Occo, Avenida Manolette 7, Marbella.

Tel: 689 593 879 - www.occorestaurant.es

La Vie en Rose

Described by one website as “The World’s Most Instagramable Restaurant”, Rosas Cafe is the brainchild of Ana Santos (wife of Bally Richlist) alongside her partner Amy Bowers. Those that want that “Instagramble experience” as they dine, may have just found the ultimate venue to fulfill those fantasies!

The buzz comes mainly from the flower wall featuring over 20,000 individual roses that indulge in selfies and social media posts letting the world know where they are. Food ranges from healthy salad bowls and breakfast to exquisitely prepared French pastries even down to providing a separate menu for the customers’ doggy companions!

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Its idyllic beach situation affords a gentle breeze that flows through the restaurant, billowing through the white curtains of the VIP beds and keeping you cool even on the most stifling of summer afternoons.

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La Sala by the Sea Situated at the shore of one of the Mediterranean sandy beaches in Puerto Banus, is the ultimate beach-side relaxation experiences in Marbella.

Stylish, cool and luxurious, the beachfront venue has three tropical bars, a swimming pool, restaurant and Jacuzzi, as well as facilities for massages

am transported to an island somewhere off Thailand — and that is exactly where we’re heading with the food at La Sala by the Sea. Although it has a varied menu that serves everything from burgers to sanwiches and salads, La Sala by the Sea’s menu has a strong Thai influence, and if you’re a lover of spicy, tangy and creamy dishes full of flavour, you will find yourself in heaven here.

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fresh and light juxtaposition to the many deep-fried dishes. We also enjoy some Prawns with tasty Dipping sauces, Vegetable Spring Rolls and some Sushi for the table to share.

Ok, I know that sushi is not typically Thai, but our waiter has informed me that this is one of the restaurant’s favourites and I’ve often seen girls munching on sushi and sipping champagne in slinky swimsuits at the large sun beds, so I plump for a little Sala by the Sea decadence and order a platter.

And It’s great! The platter is made up of a selection of sashimi, nigiri, rolls and veggie pieces and we each grab our chopsticks and choose our favourites, dipping in soy — mine with a generous helping of wasabi!

For the main course a veritable Thai feast is served and as the dishes are placed down before us I remark that if it tastes anything as good as it looks we’re in for a treat. And ohhhh, we are not disappointed.

A Green Thai Curry is served with rice in bamboo bowls and is deliciously creamy with just

the right hit of spice. A Kaprow Stir Fry is loaded with garlic, chilli and basil and is the ultimate ‘taste of Thailand’ and then an extraordinary Seared Tuna is served with half an Avocado finely sliced and Edamame Beans, seasoned with Sesame and Soy and it’s the perfect dish for a light afternoon lunch.

Of course, I’m not having a light afternoon lunch! I’m having one of the most decadent meals imaginable, but I reason to myself that I am a workaholic and a perfectionist so I would hate to leave any stone unturned — or any dish upsampled! And so between the four of us, we make our way through a Thaiinspired banquet on the decking overlooking the pool of La Sala by the Sea. Bikini-clad girls are lounging by the pool, a cheer erupts from a crowd whose eyes are glued on one of the large TV screens where all of the Football World Cup matches are being screened throughout the day and a tray of colourful cocktails arrives, decorated with pomegranates, berries and fruity concoctions.

Hot’s publisher and editor grab a cocktail each and head to catch the match’s second half and I make myself comfortable at a poolside bed for a very well earned siesta !

More than just a celeb-studded haunt, the food is fab, service impeccable and with everything you need from football screening to swimming and tanning — no wonder they love it here!

Thank you, La Sala by the Sea! We’ll be back soon!

Dine under the Stars La Sala by the Sea is now open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday night so that you can dine under the Stars

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If you’re a lover of spicy, tangy and creamy dishes full of flavour, you will find yourself in heaven here

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Reservation@Shiros.es 951 573 338 Av. Del Prado “Aloha Gardens” Nueva Andalucia

Who What Where Giles Brown with the latest news from Europe’s hottest resort!!!

Solveig Celebrates Nikki Beach is set to mark its 15th anniversary in some style this month. On July 26 the Celebration of Life party - which they are describing as “epic” - will feature world famous DJ Martin Solveig. It does, indeed, promise to be epic!

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CSI: Marbella This year’s glittering Global Gift Gala , which once again takes place at the Grand Melia Don Pepe in Marbella, will feature a live performance by US singer and actor Gary Dourdan. Best known for his role as Warrick Brown in CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Dourdan will take to the stage at the celeb event on July 29. One personality who we are pretty sure will be missing is Global Gift Founder Eva Longoria, who recently gave birth to son Santiago.

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Let there be Light!

Frequent Marbella visitor Light Army released her debut EP at the end of June. Following on from the success of a showcase appearance at the legendary Ronnie Scott’s Club in London, Light Army features tracks including “Naked” and “I want you”. Summer plans include possible gigs in Mallorca and Marbella. For further information check out https://www.facebook.com/ lightarmymusic

James Arthur’s Mission Impossible

Impossible singer James Arthur played to a sold out La Sala by the Sea last month. The X Factor winner took part in an exclusive, acoustic performance for La Sala by the Sea Unplugged, a This one-off event is set to mark the opening of the evening restaurant.

James performed a number of hits supported by La Sala favourites Rody Kin and Tony Capo, and proved hugely popular as he took the time to pose for selfies and sign autographs for fans.

David Toms Elizabetta Franchi

Leading Italian designer Elisabetta Franchi launched her latest boutique in Puerto Banus at the end of last month. The exclusive event attracted the crème de la crème of Marbella’s seriously wealthy beautiful people, including footballer Martin Demichelis and wife Evangelina Anderson with a liberal sprinkling of European aristocracy and Middle Eastern royalty.

Elisabetta was on hand to present her latest collections and must have bags of the season!

The ladies who lunch - and some rather fortunate men - were out in force for a good cause earlier this month. Holly Millard’s Elite Events company organised a charity lunch at La Sala for popular photographer David Toms, who suffered life changing injuries in a motorcycle accident.

Guests were treated to a fabulous meal, as well as live entertainment from talented young singer Albie Davis and sax supremo Leonardo. But the biggest round of applause came for David himself, who was able to attend the event.

The afternoon finished with a lively fashion show from international designer Julie Miles, who had flown in especially for the event.

A charity raffle and auction, which included items such as nights at El Oceano and Nobu Hotels, signed football memorabilia and several restaurant and beauty treatment vouchers, rounded off the afternoon, with the event raising €3500 for David’s continued care.

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Want to know who’s been seen out and about in Marbella? Ask Lina!

World Cup fever has hit big time, with all the normal hype that England has the chance to go all the way.

As I write this let’s hope this time they can do it.

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have been at Linekers for the last four World Cups and this time has surpassed all the previous ones. The atmosphere at both Linekers and Portside is something I have never experienced before - it has been incredible. The Sunday afternoon game against Panama, had to be one of the best days ever.

Although it was very hot people just kept coming. There wasn’t a space inside Linekers and Portside and outside was crazy, with literally hundreds of people singing, dancing and just loving life. After the game finished the party continued long into the night. Is it really coming home?

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I went to the “Lark in the Park”, a lovely charity event for children with cancer in Benahavis Park.

I packed a picnic hamper, which is the most amazing accessory ever, and, looking like a seasoned picnicker went to Benahavis village first. With so many restaurants there, however, I ended up having a lovely Italian lunch and didn’t even open the picnic hamper. It looked good though!

The event itself took place in the amphitheatre, with a play from the local amateur dramatic society and the day finished a lady called Stella who was brilliant, singing some proper old tunes. It was a great day out.

La Sala by the Sea hosted their White and Gold party again this year, which was another great evening. I always love this event, and this was the best one so far in my opinion. The music and general entertainment was really good and so was the food.

The next day we went one at time to collect our cars.

First there were two of us, but it ended up with five of us meeting, the rose wine got opened, no cars got collected

and we all ended up in Portside until closing time. The best laid plans and all that. The cars got collected two days later!

For San Juan this year, I went to San Pedro beach, which is usually a good choice as it’s a big date in the calendar year for the Spanish. They never cease to amaze me - they turn up with tents, gazebos, food to feed thousands and always the granny in tow – a big family affair.

They had set up a massive stage so all looked fabulous until the music started. It had to be the worse music I have ever heard at any event and completely killed it- head banging music for hours. So, after the ritual of burning the bad and brining in the good by jumping over seven waves backwards in the sea – I had to leave. I couldn’t stand that Godawful music any longer!

Due to being extremely busy, plus the football, I have not had much time to do anything else, but hopefully by next issue I will be saying – “It came home!

England, champions of the world, 2018!

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Nobody does football better than Linekers Bar, Puerto Banus and when England play in the World Cup, there is no better place in Spain to watch the games!

With England safely through to the knock-out phase, head on down to Linekers and see what we mean or just check-out these photos!!!

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La Sala by the Sea celebrated the opening of its evening restaurant last month with its best White & Gold party to date! Glamourous partygoers were treated to Laurent-Perrier champagne on arrival, delicious Thai inspired canapĂŠs and an awe inspiring line-up of entertainment making it truly a night to remember!

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A HUGE congrats must go to The Boardwalk’s Kara Caradas and Sera Jane from Que Sera for not only putting on the most glitzy and glamourous Ascot Ladys Day on the coast last month but for also raising funds for Samantha Dorricott from South Wales who tragically lost three daughters in devastating circumstances and is now raising her two grandchildren alone. Also a ‘big-up’ to the fabulous team at The Boardwalk who worked tirelessly to make this event SPECIAL!

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La Sala by the Sea

X Factor!

Last month saw an incredible acoustic performance by X Factor winner James Arthur. The one-off ‘Unplugged’ event was a sell-out and saw James wow the crowd with a set that included his chart-topping hits, ‘Say You Won’t Let Go’ and ‘Impossible’.

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25/06 Craig David and his TS5 event was back for a second year at La Sala by the Sea last month and once again it was a sellout.

A win, win for both artist and venue we don’t think either will be ‘Walking Away’ anytime soon!

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June proved to be a monumental month for Marbella superclub Mirage, with revellers frequently seen queuing up around ‘the block’ on the hope of gaining entrance.

Just goes to show what can happen when you offer great music line-up, ambience and service. Not bad, for a club that only opened its doors fourteen months ago!

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Partygoers were treated to yet another great night of entertainment under the stars last month as Pangea kick started the Champagne Spray weekend with the Rich List and Colin Francis on the Friday night and Sintillate on the Saturday.

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TIBU was once again rammed over the Champagne Spray Weekend.

With partygoers enjoying Mayfair Sessions and Sintillate hosted parties what was there not to like!

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The Champagne Spray weekend at Plaza Beach is always a memorable one and last month’s did not disappoint! With Candypants hosting on Saturday and the DJ Colin Francis Project on the Sunday, everyone was guaranteed a great time!

BASES COVERED!!!

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Newscafe

NEVER FAILS!

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A Champagne Spray Weekend would not be complete without a visit to Newscafe and once again this great venue did not disappoint!

Packed solid, the party was already in full swing, and with a great vibe and beautiful people the party continued until the early hours.

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Babilonia

TOO COOL!

It doesn’t seem to matter at this time of year what time you go to Babilonia, it always seems busy, and when we visited last month the party was already in full swing! Girls, guys, drink and great music with a cool vibe – what more could you want?!

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Bijou

HOT NIGHTS With the warm weather finally upon us, there is no better place to people watch whilst enjoying a great cocktail or two than on the terrace of Bijou. On the Saturday night we arrived the terrace was overflowing with people with the same idea as us. Great venue that has made a real difference to the 2nd line!

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Kitch Social Club unveiled its stunning new outside terrace last month. Situated just outside Puerto Banus, Kitch is a stunning venue and a must visit with fabulous food, live entertainment and cocktails to die for!

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I have come to the conclusion that Joys Live is like a good bottle of wine!

The longer you leave it the better it gets! It’s been a while since we visited this iconic venue and on entering we were kicking ourselves for leaving it so long. This place really does offer the best live entertainment on the coast!

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Anita Escombe-Gedge owner of Anita at Fabio held a fabulous Gala fashion show at Las Brisas Golf Club to celebrate the clubs 50th Anniversary with all monies raised going to the cancer charity, Cudeca.

A special mention to everyone who helped make the event such a success as well as Golf President Martin, all the models, Pattie and her wonderful choir, singer Lesley Harrison and all our friends that travelled from all over the world to support this fabulous event!

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Starlite Much More than Music

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o, getting straight to the point, if you haven’t yet been to Starlite Marbella, then GO. And not just for the music. Its claim as the best “boutique” festival in the world is actually pretty just. If your wallet will bear it, you can literally arrive at 8pm for dinner, watch a world class concert at 10.30pm, do some shopping while you’re at it then drink

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and dance and nibble some more until dawn – all in one, extremely stunning setting. It attracts VIPs, beautiful people and crowds from across Europe and offers a unique experience.

In fact, from our point of view, the concerts are probably the least of the highlights – unless of course you’re really into Spanish pop. Or Il Divo. Or Luis “Despacito” Fonsi. Which of course, millions of people are. But, they do throw in some unexpected corkers. Last year it was Jason Derulo – smashed it – and this year the one and only LEGENDARY Jamiroquai.

Having seen him five times in concert already, I’d only go if I had front row seats, but it’s bound to be a massive hit.

Sting and The Pet Shop Boys are two more surprises in this year’s line-up. British pop

icons who will certainly put on a good show.

The Golden Sessions are for all you electronic music lovers.

Held every Monday from 2am (brilliant, Mondays – typically dead days of the week…) this year the Goldens feature some massive names: Hardwell, Gianluca Vacchi, Martin Solveig and Nervo.

Some party lovers just make their way up to the venue for the live DJ sessions. You have to purchase tickets in advance but are guaranteed a table

which makes it much more attractive than heading to a club not knowing what you’ll find.

To sum up, if you’re loaded, Starlite is an amazing place to spend a quality night out or several quality nights out in Marbella with music and dancing and so much more.

If you’re on a tighter budget, it’s definitely worth spending money on a ticket for a concert or DJ session instead of going to the usual places (on offer all year round). The venue is simply breath-taking and worth the cost of the entrance alone.

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PLAZA BEACH Foam Party Tel: +34 677 644 737 Info: book@plazabeachbanus.com NEWSCAFE Cartel Res & Info: Whatsapp: +34 677 644 737 TIBU Guilty Sounds Bookings: www.tibubanus.com MIRAGE Litt feat. Keron J Res & Info: Whatsapp: +34 665 73 92 85

LA SALA BY THE SEA Sunkissed reservations@lasalabythesea.com PLAZA BEACH Kieron J Tel: +34 677 644 737 Info: book@plazabeachbanus.com NEWSCAFE We Own Sundays Res & info: Whatsapp: +34 677 644 737 MIRAGE Kinky Malinki Res & info: Whatsapp: +34 665 73 92 85

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LA SALA Jersey Boys Tribute Live Lounge TICKET: 12€ Res: 952 81 41 45 reservations@lasalabanus.com

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LA SALA BY THE SEA Fruitilicious! reservations@lasalabythesea.com

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LA SALA BY THE SEA Flamingle! reservations@lasalabythesea.com PLAZA BEACH Dj Colin Francis Project Tel: +34 677 644 737 Info: book@plazabeachbanus.com PALOMA BLANCA BOUTIQUE HOTEL Friday´s After Work with Dj Kmiss Info & bookings: +34 951 56 21 11 MIRAGE DJ Colin Francis Res & info: Whatsapp: +34 665 73 92 85 TIBU Mayfair Session Bookings: www.tibubanus.com

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KITCH SOCIAL CLUB JUNGLE- 1st Anniversary Party Fashion Show, DJ & Sax, entertainment & much more…

20.00 hrs Res: +34 659 09 12 44 contact@kitch.es PANGEA Res: +34 603 734 834 Mark@pangea-club.com NEWSCAFE Vain Res & info: Whatsapp: +34 677 644 737 MIRAGE Candypants Res & info: Whatsapp: +34 665 73 92 85

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Res & Beds: +34 952 92 92 61 MIRAGE DJ Colin Francis Res & info: Whatsapp: +34 665 73 92 85 NEWSCAFE Boutique Reservation and info – Whatsapp: +34 677 644 737 TIBU Mayfair Session Bookings: www.tibubanus.com JOYS LIVE Gio Box Res: 952 81 42 83

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LA SALA Michael Buble Tribute Live Lounge TICKET: 20€ Res: 952 81 41 45 reservations@lasalabanus.com

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LA SALA BY THE SEA Flamingle! reservations@lasalabythesea.com PLAZA BEACH Dj Colin Francis Project Tel: +34 677 644 737 Info: book@plazabeachbanus.com KITCH SOCIAL CLUB Moonlight Hawaii Party Live Band, Exotic entertainment & DJ Res: +34 659 09 12 44 contact@kitch.es NEWSCAFE Boutique Reservation and info Whatsapp: +34 677 644 737 PANGEA The Rich List Res: +34 603 734 834 Mark@pangea-club.com MIRAGE DJ Colin Francis Res & info: Whatsapp: +34 665 73 92 85 TIBU Mayfair Session Bookings: www.tibubanus.com

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