Globe Magazine October 2019

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Globe Magazine Gibraltar

OCTOBER 2019

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CONTENTS

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GIB TALKS 2020

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ROLEX V’s BREITLING: A LOOK AT TWO INDUSTRY GIANTS

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NARCISSISM AND THE VARIOUS WAYS IT CAN LEAD TO DOMESTICALLY ABUSIVE RELATIONSHIPS

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FOCUS ON: HOT AND COLD

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GRAND CENTRAL HOUSE

OLYMPUS PHOTOGRAPHIC GEAR

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THE NEW 1906 BLACK COUPAGE FROM ‘HIJOS DE RIVERA’

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MEET THE VEGANS

CREDITS

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FOR LEXI

Front Cover Model: Monique Ignacio · Photography by Charlene Figueras · Lighting Assistant: Amy Azzopardi Dress: O.W.L. (Only Wear Love) by Charlene Figueras MUA: Georgina Ocaña · Location: Alameda Gardens

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BLINDNESS AWARENESS MONTH

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NORDIC WELLNESS ‘ALL-INCLUSIVES’ ARE ON THE RISE: HOW TO DE-STRESS IN NORTHERN EUROPE

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HOW TO CHOOSE A COSMETIC SURGEON

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THE BEST RECIPES OUR CUISINE

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WHAT’S HAPPENING DOWN TOWN

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BUMBLE ZEST

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THE FERRARI F8 TRIBUTO

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THE CHESSNUTS CLUB

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GIBTELECOM LAUNCH NEW MOBILE OFFERINGS

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BOSSOM BUDDIES CHARITY TRUST

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SAM GOMEZ HAW JOINS GOURMET CATERING

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GOVERNMENT OPENS ‘BREXIT’ INFORMATION OFFICE

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NORTH-WEST ENGLAND ROCKED ON THE AUGUST BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND

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THOMAS COOK: TOURISM EXPERTS EXPLAIN THE TRAVEL COMPANY’S COLLAPSE

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ANNE-MARIE GOMEZ INVITED TO JUDGE AT ‘LET YOUR FEET COMPETE’ DANCE COMPETITION

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THE FAMOUS GROUSE TROPHY

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Gib Talks 2020 Gibraltar Cultural Services, working alongside teacher and playwright Julian Felice, will be holding the annual conference event on Saturday 1st February 2020 at the John Mackintosh Hall. Based on the successful TED (Technology, Entertainment,Design) series of talks (www. ted.com), Gib Talks will see a range of local speakers deliver fifteen-minute talks on a broad spectrum of subjects with the aim of focusing on the anecdotal, the personal and the light-hearted as opposed to heavy-going academics and agendas. The speakers will represent a cross-section of the community and will help to make up a rich and varied programme.

These will complement the regular fifteenminute slots for invited speakers, the shortlist for which has already been finalised.

The organisers are inviting applications from members of the general public to speak at next year’s event. Known as Vox Pop talks, these are four different ten-minute slots in which successful applicants will be able to speak about any topics they wish (within

Applications will close on Monday 2nd December 2019, after which a draw will be held to randomly allocate the four slots.

Successful applicants will be contacted shortly thereafter with conditions and guidelines for their participation.

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There are a number of different ways in which prospective speakers can express their interest and apply for these slots: 1. E-mail the organisers at gibtalks@ hotmail.com 2. Contact us on Facebook via the GibTalks event page 3. Contact us on Twitter @gib_talks 4. Leave your name with the Events Department at the Gibraltar Cultural Services, John Mackintosh Hall

particular guidelines), all in keeping with the event’s aim to promote debate and discussion among the local community.

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Article by courtesy of Watch & Bullion All Images Courtesy of Only Watch

INTRODUCTION There is currently a lot of buzz in forums and internet articles regarding these two heavyweights of the watch industry and while much of this is the usual trashtalk between fans of one brand denigrating the other, there have been some interesting arguments raised about which of these manufacturers is better.

At first glance it may seem somewhat unfair to be comparing the two given that Rolex boast a brand recognition rating of almost 100%, a level currently far beyond the reach 8 GLOBE MAGAZINE

of most others. Their closest competitors however, including Breitling, have been working hard to close the gap and we’ve decided to put together our own take on the matter in what we hope is an objective look into the Rolex v Breitling debate.

A LITTLE BACKGROUND TO BREITLING & ROLEX Both manufacturers have been plying their trade for well over a century, Breitling having formed in 1884 with Rolex officially established back in 1905. Most people automatically identify both as Swiss Watchmakers, however Rolex actually started out in London and didn’t make the move to Geneva until 1919.

Despite Breitling having been a Swiss brand for considerably longer than Rolex, the latter proudly lay claim to having the leading global watch brand, with Breitling coming in 15th overall.

Both have an excellent reputation for producing high-end timepieces which are precision engineered to be as accurate and reliable as possible with Rolex regarded as being the ultimate in luxury and Breitling having forged a reputation as being the choice for professionals in aerospace, aviation and maritime.

Rolex are in a unique and enviable position in that the company is owned by the Wilsdorf Trust (established

by Hans Wilsdorf, one of the original founders). This means that the company cannot be sold and is not answerable to shareholders which has given them a sustainable competitive advantage over the years.

Breitling in comparison have historically failed to eat into Rolex’s market share, in part due to vying with a number of competing groups (such as Cartier and Omega) and also precisely because they have to balance any competitive edge against the whims of their shareholders.

YOU PAY YOUR MONEY… Price is not the be all and end

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from identical fields, whilst one or two stand out as specific to the brand.

all when comparing watches, however it is worth noting that the least expensive model Rolex produce is almost double that of the lowest-priced Breitling.

Purists might argue that Rolex only use mechanical movements (they stopped using quartz movements entirely shortly after the turn of the millenium) which are inherently more complex and expensive to produce than the quartz movements used in some of the cheaper Breitling models. On the other hand of course quartz movements are smaller, more accurate and require less maintenance than their mechanical counterparts and Breitling boast both quartz and mechanical watches in their range.

Rolex have again traditionally held a stacked deck with regard to the quality of their materials, as an example the recognised industry standard for steel in watch components is 306l and this is used by almost every watch manufacturer. Rolex alone use 904l steel on the basis that it offers superior resistance to corrosion and scratching plus produces a better polished finish.

This insistence on only using the best materials goes a long way towards justifying why Rolex watches command such a high price, though their competitors would argue that much of this is overkill and that they prefer to offer their customers “better value for money” within the luxury watch market.

Of the two companies, Breitling appear to be slightly more consumer friendly when it comes to customisation of their watches with more options in terms of strap/bracelet choice or caseback style on certain models, so 10 GLOBE MAGAZINE

Below we outline some of the names linked with each brand.

Rolex Sir Jackie Steward Roger Federer Daniel Craig Cristiano Ronaldo Arnold Palmer Dame Kiri Te Kanawa The ATP The U.S. Open The Open Championship Daytona Le Mans Formula 1 whilst a Rolex may be regarded as THE statement piece, in some respects Breitling actually feels more like a bespoke brand.

PLAYING TO THEIR STRENGTHS Both companies have established themselves as being amongst the leading brands in their field retaining a strong core of “brand devotees” whilst also recognising the need to attract new customers. At the heart of

this have been the marketing strategies. Whilst sharing some common themes, the underlying approaches have been very different.

One common theme is that Breitling and Rolex have each been extremely keen to use brand ambassadors and sponsorship in promoting their products and a look at some of the names associated with each reflects the sort of demographic they are aiming towards. Some names are

Breitling Buzz Aldrin Bear Grylls Brad Pitt David Beckham John Travolta Justin Timberlake Breitling Jet Team Norton Bentley The Ocean Conservancy A key area where the two company strategies diverge relates to discounting. Rolex rarely if ever offer discounts and despite producing up to 750,000 watches a year have begun habitually suppressing the quantities released of some models in order to ensure that demand remains far in excess of available supply. Whilst on the face of it this seems counterintuitive to many modern business models, it has actually created enormous hype and helped reinforce brand loyalty with a 5 year waiting list for models like the Stainless Steel Daytona.

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rare models remain extremely sought after also speaks volumes.

In addition, this has further driven the already huge demand for pre-owned Rolex models to incredible levels with some models attracting three times their recommended retail price.

Breitling on the other hand have offered some quite attractive discounts on their models from time to time. Unlike the Rolex policy of “drip-feeding” models onto the market (essentially making almost every watch a special edition) Breitling do regularly issue Special or Limited Editions of their models, usually linked either to specific events or to reinforce links to their partners, such as the Breitling for Bentley range.

Unlike almost all other watch manufacturers Rolex do not rely on a multi-brand strategy. They remain extremely selective in their use of distributors and have retained the same conservative and traditional ethos almost since inception with an essentially consistent tone in terms of both product and communication throughout.

such as the Breitling Jet Team and Breitling for Bentley have certainly helped bring them more exposure but the company’s trump card may be the appointment of Georges Kern as CEO as his track record suggests he has something of the Midas touch in leading brands to glory.

IN THEIR DEFENCE

In contrast Breitling have periodically struggled to gain brand recognition due to having what some regard as only niche appeal. More recent ventures,

In opening this article, it was stated that we would present the facts as objectively as possible and in that spirit there are a few points we’d like to address which

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have been raised in criticism of the two companies.

As the leading brand, Rolex have unsurprisingly had to deal with various knocks against their image. There appears to be a degree of perception that Rolex watches are essentially all variations upon the same theme and that their range is limited. Well, a quick visit to the Rolex website should dispel that and in common with most manufacturers Rolex regularly introduce new models to their range. The fact that retired or

Equally Breitling have been accused in the past of producing products which are “Excessively manly.” For many their heavily engineered chronometers are regarded as being too chunky or niche to have a broad appeal.

Having long been associated with aviation and aeronautics it should be of little surprise to people that many of their watches reflect this. These are pieces that are built to exacting standards and made to last through the rigours of some very intense usage. Even so to offset this the company have introduced various models which are much slimmer or of less cluttered design and include a number of models which take inspiration from far more classical dress watch styles.

SO, WHO WINS? As in all things, this really is a matter of personal choice. Some people will always favour one brand over another, others will quite happily entertain both in their collection. Personally we think it is a shame that there are those prepared to dismiss either of these great brands purely based on preconceptions.

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Narcissism and the various ways it can lead to Domestically Abusive Relationships Text By Ava Valashjardi (PhD candidate and Associate Lecturer, Edingburgh Napier University)

www.theconversation.com

Narcissism is a topic that is increasingly spoken about in today’s Instagram obsessed age of self-promotion and vanity. There has also been a significant increase in studies and investigations into narcissism, and that too has brought narcissism far more into the public domain.

Any evidence of increasing selfawareness is to be welcomed.

And yet, there is a danger here,

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because narcissism is a far more complex condition than the popular conception implies.

Popular ideas of narcissism bring to mind the Donald Trumps and Jair Bolsonaros of the world – those with a grandiose self-image, an inflated ego and feelings of entitlement to special treatment. We think of those for whom any criticism is met with anger and rage. (Think Trump’s

near-constant accusation of “fake news!” whenever he is challenged or criticised.) In terms of relationships, narcissists are often thought to be self-obsessed selfpromotors, who are interested in quickly moving from one relationship to the next.

Narcissistic behaviour also involves a lack of empathy, an exploitative attitude towards others and, paradoxically – given

that it represents a clear sign that they are unable to convince themselves of their own brilliance – a burning need for peoples’ attention and admiration.

Narcissism, in its medical sense, can be understood as existing along a spectrum. At the lower end, narcissism is an adaptive and healthy state, one which most of us possess and is closely linked with assertiveness and healthy

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self-regard. At the higher end, though, narcissism is so extreme that it is classified as a personality disorder. This affects a small percentage of the population.

But to conceive of narcissism as being an easy-to-spot personality trait, typically manifested through grandiose, male type characteristics,

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COMPLICATED NARCISSISM

partners of narcissistic individuals, colleagues and I explored the motives underpinning the behaviour of narcissists. Most of the people we spoke to were approached through social media as self-perceived victims of narcissistic partners.

In conducting interviews with

Before

ignores a key side to narcissism that could go unseen. At least that is what my recent study shows. And this could influence how we think about narcissism in relationships in important ways.

the

interviews,

we

deliberately did not provide explicit guidance regarding the definition of narcissism as we wanted people’s own views to channel their thoughts. But participants’ understandings of narcissism in response to the question “In general, how would you describe a narcissist?” were carefully compared and analysed with more

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common clinical measures to ensure they had indeed been with a partner with narcissistic traits.

We found some manifestations that fitted the standard picture of narcissism. Narcissistic partners who displayed these standard, grandiose features were likely to react with violence in response to threats to their self-esteem, typically when demands of entitlement, admiration and perceived authority were not met. These relationships were described by participants as swift and vicious – they charmed and disarmed, and subjected partners to abuse, often quite overtly, as a way to defend themselves against the slightest injury and egothreatening situations.

But the picture was more complex than this. We found that many narcissists, instead of reacting with grandiose responses, reacted vulnerably. Rather than reacting with the threat of abandoning their partners, they commonly reacted with the fear of being abandoned. In other words, the violence was there, but through an act of clinging on rather than throwing away.

This suggests that relationships with more vulnerable narcissists may be more slow and insidious,

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and potentially more harmful.

In these cases, the manifestation of narcissist characteristics was found to be more subtle, leading to sulky, passive aggressive abuse of partners in response to fears of being abandoned.

READING THE SIGNS What, then, are the identifiable signs that would unmask

the behaviour of vulnerable narcissists? At the root of vulnerable narcissism is the profound fear of abandonment.

Such individuals have a fearful attachment style, which is indicative of vulnerable narcissists’ hidden entitled expectations of partners to satisfy their needs while fearing they will fail to do so.

This suggests that the fear of abandonment is not necessarily

to do with the potential loss of the partner. Instead, it relates to the potential loss of what their partner can offer to make the narcissist feel better. Key possible indicators of vulnerable narcissism to look out for are any manipulation and covert psychological abuse that aims to inspire power and control, for instance through adopting a “victim” status to inspire sympathy in partners or to keep them in a heightened state of co-dependent anxiety.

Whereas the grandiose narcissist may become angry and then leave, the vulnerable narcissist will become angry, administer the same level and degree of abuse, but then do everything to stop their partner from leaving.

Of course, things are more subtle and complex in reality. And it’s important to remember here that we’re dealing with people, and that labelling should be avoided at all costs. But there needs to be a shift in how we as a society understand and approach narcissism. Because our research indicates that when narcissism is manifested in its commonly known grandiose form, it is highly damaging, but when it is masked and hidden in its vulnerable form, it can be far more painful, far more drawn out, and in some cases far more damaging.

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Focus On: Hot & Cold Quality, reliability and expertise ‘Keeping it in the family’ is a bit of an understatement. They were born into it and not unwillingly! Nigel, Nicholai and Noel – together with dad Francis - run Hot & Cold...

Their specialism is in servicing domestic appliances executed...’the real way!’

Text by Richard Cartwright

Yes, ‘professionalism’ is the key word when dealing with Hot & Cold. All three brothers – and dad – will courteously attend to your requirements turning up within 24 hrs of your call by one of the Marzan family to make sure they get it right and no time is wasted, “summer months included. We’ve got it covered,” brother Noel chips 20 GLOBE MAGAZINE

in! 40 years experience is their pedigree. What better than four decades of doing it, like I said, ‘the right way...’ “Oh yes,” Nicholai asserts, “Dad certainly saw to that. He’d always say when we were young, beginning to look on and trying to help, ‘you have to be interested in what you’re doing, if not, I’ll do it’ and that stuck with us three. He was ‘old school’ always wanting to undertake

work professionally, respecting local laws and appreciating the dangers of faulty appliances always proceeding with caution.”

Motorbikes are what first attracted them to the business of fixing things. Since those early days, the boys moved on to electrical appliances and mechanical engineering working for Cammell Laird in

the Dockyard and other local domestic appliance companies.

Dad Francis spent many years in Acmoda as head ‘appliance fixer’ there and subsequently formed a company with older brother, 48 year old Nigel. So Hot & Cold has really been at your service in one form or another like, forever! As the younger element of the family – Nicholai and Noel - inevitably

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added more years to their busy lives, they too came on board to boost the company with human resources and expertise.

years ago, the company decided to concentrate on domestic

WE SELL FOR LESS, OUR PRICES THE BEST Slowly – but surely – Hot & Cold has built on their reputation as the top domestic appliance specialists on the Rock. So what’s the proof the pudding...? Well, fitting all kitchen appliances (cabinets included with sub contractor) in Clemence House, Sanderson’s Suites, Gibraltar University, student accommodation building by the Europa Mosque and as sub contractors to Portuguese constructor Casais, at the new Comprehensive schools amongst others. To boot, they are the preferred service provider for a number of local estate agents: Bray, Savills, BFA, GMI, Property World and others. A couple of

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only, mainly kitchens, having in the past been very commercial, seeing to all the restaurants at Casemates at the beginning of the 2000s, ‘Fastafood’ and other retail businesses. They are also official agents for Bosch, Siemens, Balay, Neff and Teka appliances to name a few with the Head Office in Spain of one of the those reputable companies recommending H&C as the official service provider on the Rock...

“You see we keep in touch with developments and sometimes go on courses, methods are always changing and you have to be aware. My brother Noel, sitting here,” Nicholai explains, “has been to the UK to learn all about Range Master ovens so only he will touch them!

Gas refrigeration also is very delicate and you need to go on courses to work on those too and always stick to Gibraltar laws. Fridges can be dangerous.

Unfortunately, there are not just the odd ‘cowboys’ out there, but actual ‘cowboy companies’, which will tackle anything and everything they’re asked to do and you need professionals. We have our qualified workforce but one of us will appear on sight and give you the diagnosis of your problem there and then when we receive a call-out for a repair, and whatever the work or installation is, you’ll be entitled

to a three month warranty for the work undertaken and we’ll probably be able to supply a spare part or whatever other work you may need...Standards mean a lot to us and we aim to keep them high.” ‘Domestic white goods’ is how you may describe what they mainly deal in.

“Hot & Cold for some,” Nicholai states, “sometimes comes as an after thought...’give them a ring, they might do it.’ We’ll come, diagnose and get it fixed for you.”

So there it is, if you have a much loved favourite appliance you’re about to throw out, STOP, give Hot & Cold a call, they may be able to help. They’re good...and their reputation lives on!

Hot & Cold is situated at Vault 7, Fish Market Lane; telephone: 200 69090, mobile: 57299000 or email them on: info@ hotandcoldgib.eu

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Grand Central House A Signature Address for modern rental properties in the heart of Gibraltar’s City Centre Luisandro Moreno. Managing Director of Phoenix Real Estate

Residents of Grand Central House will benefit from the exceptionally close proximity to Gibraltar’s thriving business district, with its International Banking, Legal, Accounting and Gaming Industries.

Downtime can be enjoyed in a plethora of restaurants, bars and eateries right at the doorstep and in the convenient City Centre shopping areas.

A selection of health and fitness studios, cinemas and leisure facilities can be found nearby.

The development is also located within a stone’s throw from the starting point of some of the best Rock hikes in Gibraltar.

Gibraltar offers the perfect environment to live and work, with its close proximity to southern Spain, flight connections to London, Manchester and Bristol, mild climate and attractive tax systems.

ABOUT THE PROPERTY Text by Luisandro Moreno (Phoenix Real Estate)

Grand Central House has been developed from the sensitive restoration of a late 19th-Century period building situated in the heart of Gibraltar’s City Centre.

This unique development comprises of 24 contemporary 24 GLOBE MAGAZINE

living spaces consisting of modern studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom apartments and two stunning penthouses.

Each property is designed to a high standard and fitted with quality materials, offering the ultimate blend of heritage and sophistication.

Situated in the vibrant urban area of Engineer Lane, Grand Central House is surrounded by a stylish combination of traditional buildings and sharp modern architecture, and framed by historical landmarks such as Casemates Square, Chatham Counterguard and The Moorish Castle Complex.

The property consists of twentytwo modern apartments and two stunning penthouses.

The development offers 24 Contemporary Apartments with eight layout-types over six levels (ground and five levels).

It

comprises

nine

two-

bedrooms, ten studio, three one-bedrooms and two spectacular Penthouses, many commanding, amazing views over the City, and all benefiting from an eight-person lift that assists access throughout the Building.

The apartments at ground and first level feature the very high ceilings and traditional architectural characteristics of the

original structure. The original and new parts of the Building are integrated by the magnificent sweeping feature marble staircases, which are maintained and replicated in design over all the levels.

Grand Central House is exclusive to Phoenix Real Estate, of 507 World Trade Center Tel: +350 200 77000 and email: info@ phoenixgib.com

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Olympus Photographic Gear Live Bulb and Live Time modes are well-suited to creative long exposure photography and a dedicated Live Composite mode lets you watch a long exposure gradually build up during the course of the shot. Built-in Wi-Fi allows you to pair the camera with your smartphone or tablet for wireless sharing and remote camera control, and an interval shooting mode can be used to produce in-camera 4K time lapse movies.

OLYMPUS OM-D E-M10 MARK II MIRRORLESS MICRO FOUR THIRDS DIGITAL CAMERA WITH 14-42MM II R LENS (BLACK) Sporting a classic design and sleek form factor, the black OM-D E-M10 Mark II from Olympus is a mirrorless Micro Four Thirds digital camera featuring refined stills and movie recording capabilities to suit working in a variety of dayto-day environments. A high-resolution 16.1MP 4/3 Live MOS sensor pairs with the TruePic VII image processor to facilitate up to 8.5 fps shooting and full HD 1080p/60 movie recording, with a top sensitivity of ISO 25600. In-camera 5-axis image stabilization compensates for up to 4 stops of camera shake to benefit working in difficult lighting conditions and a FAST AF system employs 81 contrast-detection areas for quick, accurate performance with dedicated subject tracking modes. The retro-themed body incorporates a range of assignable function buttons and dials, as well as a 2.36m-dot OLED electronic viewfinder and 3.0" 1.04m-dot tilting touchscreen LCD for clear image monitoring and playback. Besides the handsome appeal of the E-M10 Mark II's design, its main assets lie in its versatility of shooting functions and performance to benefit photographers and videographers alike.

Benefited by the range of imaging capabilities, the E-M10 Mark II also incorporates a variety of shooting modes to suit working in various situations. A Silent Mode utilizes an electronic shutter for perfectly quiet picture-taking, with shutter speeds up to 1/16,000 sec. available.

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equivalent focal range of 24 to 400mm takes you from wide-angle to super-telephoto, offering superb image quality and unrivalled system mobility.

OLYMPUS M.ZUIKO ED 300MM F4.0 PRO LENS - BLACK

A long-reaching super telephoto for Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras, the M.Zuiko Digital ED 300mm f/4 IS PRO from Olympus is a 600mm equivalent lens that balances refined optics with a hand-holdable design. Super ED, E-HR, and HR glass elements are combined to control both chromatic and spherical aberrations to provide a high degree of clarity and sharpness, and a Z Included with the camera body is the M.Zuiko Coating Nano has been applied to individual Digital 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 II R standard zoom elements to suppress lens flare and ghosting for lens, which provides a 28-84mm equivalent focal high contrast, color-accurate imaging. length range. It features quiet autofocus and zooming operation to benefit recording movies Complementing the optical attributes, this lens is and also incorporates three aspherical elements also characterized by its optical image stabilization to reduce aberrations and produce high image system, which can be used in conjunction with sharpness and clarity. camera-based sensor-shift IS to realize a six-stop effective reduction in the appearance of camera shake for sharper handheld shooting. A Movie OLYMPUS M.ZUIKO ED 12-200MM & Still Compatible (MSC) autofocus system is F/3.5-6.3 LENS also employed to realize quick and quiet focusing The M.Zuiko Digital ED 12-200mm F3.5-6.3 performance, and a manual focus clutch enables boasts the longest zoom range of any mirrorless seamless switching between focusing methods interchangeable lens, while its splashproof, for more intuitive use. The lens is also fitted with dustproof construction makes it one of the a removable rotating tripod collar for improved most versatile lenses available today. Its 35mm balance and support, and the lens is weathersealed to guard against dust, moisture, and freezing temperatures to benefit working in harsh climates.

OLYMPUS TOUGH TG-6 DIGITAL CAMERA Characterized by its exceedingly durable design, the black Tough TG-6 from Olympus is a sleek point-and-shoot capable of handling a wide variety of adventures. Featuring a 12MP BSI CMOS sensor and TruePic VIII image processor, the TG-6 offers notable image clarity and low-light

recording the details of your environment and embedding this data onto your photos and movies. Using built-in Wi-Fi and the Image Track app, recorded data and the imagery can also be shared to a mobile device for posting online.

OLYMPUS OM-D E-M 1 MARK II WITH 12-200MM F3.5-6.3 LENS performance to ISO 12800, along with fast 20-fps continuous shooting, 4K30p video recording, and high-speed Full HD 1080p shooting at 120 fps. Complementing the shooting capabilities is a versatile 4x optical zoom lens, which spans a 25-100mm equivalent range, and has an f/2 maximum aperture to benefit working in difficult lighting conditions.

The OM-D E-M10 Mark II is a sophisticated but easy to use camera. Whether you’re new to photography or a photo enthusiast looking to maximize your creativity, the E-M10 Mark II delivers flawless image quality thanks to its sophisticated image stabilization in a compact profile with intuitively placed controls.

Beyond just imaging, the TG-6 also sports a robust set of features for withstanding the elements, tracking your adventures, and sharing your images. The camera is rated for underwater use, tested to withstand falls and crushing, and is hermetically sealed against dust and moisture when working in trying conditions. Additionally, a Field Sensor System incorporates GPS, a manometer, compass, and a thermometer for

The Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II possesses high-speed performance that cannot be imitated.

By developing the 20M Live MOS sensor together with the TruePic VIII image processor, not only has image quality exponentially improved from past OM-D models, but high speed performance of 18 fps in AF/AE tracking and 60 fps in AE/AF lock have been realised. The electronic viewfinder provides smooth and fast display at a 120-fps

frame rate and a 0.005-second display time lag, so you will never miss a shot. These cuttingedge technologies are packed into a compact, lightweight, and weather-resistant body, allowing you to shoot beautiful images in the most brutal environments.

With excellent optical performance packed in a compact, lightweight, dustproof, splashproof, and freezeproof construction, M.Zuiko 12200mm F3.5-6.3 super-telephoto lens lets you shoot outstanding-quality images even in the harshest environments. Equipped with a 5-axis Sync IS, achieves the world's most powerful image stabilisation equivalent to 6 shutter speed steps.

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The New 1906 Black Coupage from ‘Hijos de Rivera’ Estrella Galicia 1906 Black Coupage is the first dark beer produced by Hijos de Rivera, made using toasted malts and Nugget and Sladek hops, which give this unique beer its brilliant strong flavour

1906 Black Coupage, the first dark beer in ‘Hijos de Rivera’s’ permanent portfolio, is a different beer; lager, dark and with an intense flavour. At its presentation, Ignacio Rivera, Hijos de Rivera CEO, highlighted the unconformist and rebellious character of this beer, and it’s this individuality within the range of beers offered by the company that has earned it the title of “the black sheep of the family”.

The launch of their first dark beer was tested via the Estrella Galicia Selection 2013, a limited edition to which consumers responded very favourably. Since then, their Master Brewers have developed, improved and refined the product to reflect the tradition and beer culture of the company until they obtained the desired beer, 1906 Black Coupage.

It possesses subtle hints of chocolate, coffee, liquorice, subtly bitter, generous head, and intense on the tongue. It has a black and thick foam with a light brown tone. That is 1906 Black Coupage, a balanced fusion of contrasts, derived from the coupage of a careful selection of four different toasted malts and two noble hops: Nugget and the aromatic variety Sladek. Its subtle bitterness on the tongue balances out its alcohol content (7.2% vol.) and makes it pleasant and appropriate to drink at any time.

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pack for its personality and rebellious spirit, resulting in its unique position as the black beer of the Rivera portfolio. Only a strong character would dare to make the Coupage technique its own. From a coupage of four selected roasted malts and two hops (Nugget and Sladek) comes a different lager beer, black, of intense flavour; a unique beer has been born!

Distinct malt and coffee aromas give way to the subtle floral notes of hops from the ‘Sladek’ variety. It possesses soft notes of chocolate, coffee and liquorice in the mouth, with no roughness or bitterness, despite the use of roasted and dark malts.

The malts have a lingering aftertaste.

Estrella Galicia 1906 Black Coupage™ from ‘Hijos de Rivera’ is distributed in Gibraltar by Bon Food of Unit 50, Harbours Deck, New Harbours Tel: 200 45644/200 47924, email: bonfood@gibtelecom.net

COUNTRY: Spain CATEGORY: Beer BRAND: Hijos de Rivera ABV 7.20% BOTTLE SIZE 330 ml

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Meet the vegans Two ladies – both vegan, very vegan! They tell their story, sounds convincing.

Am I mad? Are they mad? They are certainly not, with their feet very firmly set on the ground! I’m all ears, they’re message is persuasive and believable but what about a juicy, sirloin steak or a tasty meat burger...? Not allowed!

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So, I had to ask...Tell me about tonight’s vegan meal for husband Riccardo and the boys, Diego and Flavio. Arianna Giorgetti (from Italy), wife, mum and blogger, gave me the low down...

“Well, for starters, I will prepare pasta, vegetables and pulses like fresh peas, beans or something else, then for mains vegetable burgers, roast potatoes and mushrooms and for dessert, we may have fruit or homemade cakes made with no milk, eggs or butter.” I was taken aback! That sounds good, very good, tasty and no doubt very healthy and as our conversation wore on, the idea that going vegetarian or even better vegan was boring and a non-event on your taste buds, was laid to rest. Rosanna Morales – with a strong Austra30 GLOBE MAGAZINE

lian accent – sitting next to me joined in to promote the ‘vegan factor’ something she tells is gaining favour on the Rock too,as well as, other places... “I went for

it, only eating plant-based food, and in a few weeks, I noticed a big difference. I had more clarity in my head, my memory improved and later on, I also began to

lose weight.” I was reminded animal products help to clogg your arteries and cause problems.

Husband, Terence, has cut back on his animal product consumption and he’s noticed an improvement with his blood pressure and cholesterol numbers. Being local, he remembers ‘torta patata’ being a favourite ‘goody’ way back in the past... “But we have a great substitute. We create an egg substitute using chickpea flour, not unlike a light based ‘calentita’, to hold together the potatoes or sometimes sweet potato, add a little salt and there you have a lovely vegan ‘torta patata’ made with no eggs. You see there’s also a creative, fun side to being vegan as you try out new combinations, many of which work and are just as tasty as anything animalbased.” And there’s even vegan cheese, yes made with no milk!

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As an observing outsider, as with many other things in life, it clearly takes time to get used to the healthier lifestyle but once you’ve genuinely decided you’re going down the ‘vegan route’ you have to be disciplined, strong and veer well away from temptation. Seriously, vegan Arianna, did it in a very clever way a few years ago...

“When my boys were very young I took them to a farm to see the animals: pigs, sheep, cows chickens and so on which they enjoyed very much and we talked about those animals being killed for the food we eat but explained there were other ways to feed us without killing those animals.

They understood this very well whilst feeling sorry for the farm animals having to be killed to provide the food we eat, so as a family, we decided to change and since then our children have been vegan and are happy being so.”

And this is a point Arianna was passionate about: taking children when they’re young and when they’re older to visit farms she says is a good way to learn about the animals and why they are there, so it’s easier for children to accept and become vegan.

Rosanna adds, “Just think, baby lambs are taken from their mothers and slaughtered to provide tender meat on your dinner table, whilst the mum is seriously traumatised.”

Both Arianna and Rosanna highlight the ethical side of all of this too, “Yes the ethics of life comes into play also, because, as well as, the cruel slaughter of animals, becoming vegan makes you more aware of the destruction of forests to graze the fields for animals to eat the grass and green plants on them only to later be slaughtered and as we

know, trees provide oxygen, so there’s the environmental side to it too.”

Evidently there are many good aspects to becoming vegan and for those that take it on – good on them and hopefully they can keep it up...˝There’s the mockery side of it also which is not very pleasant,” Rosanna claims, “It’s not nice when you’re made fun of because you’re vegan – even if it’s just joking. I don’t like it. There should be respect for the effort being made which is also helping to build a more sustainable future.”

There’s more to learn on ‘veganism’ by following Rosanna’s vegan pages in this magazine...For starters keep away from meat, poultry, fish and seafood, dairy products and milk...read on, Rosanna has more in her articles.

Things are going well for the vegan devotees. There are supermarkets, cafes and even restaurants offering the ‘vegan choice’ and Arianna is certainly doing her bit promoting the unique, culinary lifestyle. As mentioned, she is a blogger with more than 100,000 followers. She will prepare ‘good food, vegan creations’ for functions, parties and gatherings. ‘Hungry Monkey’ also delivers Arianna’s meals... “The plan is to visit schools, run cooking courses at the Gibraltar University, hopefully present vegan dishes on local media and increase availability in shops and supermarkets.” Rosanna declares.

In a phrase, spread the word!

It’s often said...`The proof of the pudding, is in the eating’ and experienced vegan cook, Arianna, produced a homemade, vegan ‘Banana Bread’ loaf...Was it lovely? It WAS lovely. No, it was very lovely!

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For Lexi ‘For Lexi’, a collection inspired

by Charlene Figueras’ princessloving daughter, Alexa, was a labour of love for the designer, with materials and ideas sourced over a number of years. The familial theme does not end there, with three dresses designed by her late grandmother, Mary Cumbo, also forming part of this body of work. Drawing upon the ethereal, the pieces lead you into a world where reality is suspended and supplanted by the alluring shimmer and shine of romance and fantasy.

With appearances at the ‘Bosom Buddies’ show in last May, the ‘Wedding Dress Competition’ organized by Glamour Creations in August and ‘Miss Cover Girl’ produced by No.1 Models in

September, ‘For Lexi’ has been selectively showcased during the course of 2019, with the wide range of models used accentuating the versatility and diversity of the outfits.

Charlene is a keen proponent of re-using resources, and as such regularly lends her creations to those seeking a unique dress for a special occasion.

You can find more of Charlene’s work on Instagram and Facebook by following her brand, O.W.L. (Only Wear Love).

Photography: Charlene Figueras & Aroa Nuñez.

Lighting Assistant: Amy Azzopardi Location: Alameda Gardens

Models: Sian Holmes, Janella Borrell, Soraya Garcia, Bianka Szabo, Arianne Tierney, Celine Stewart, Shania Ballester, Macey Brooklyn, Claire Nuñez, Janice

Sampere, Kayleigh Barton, Victoria Sanguinetti, Jemma Rocca, Dikra LaGhrich, Lauren Bell, Julia Costa, Jeslyn Sayers, Maria Jimenez, Marta Jimenez, Sarah Cruz, Kayleigh Barton, Sarah Reyes, Kayley Mifsud, Rivka Weeks, Stephanie Van Lunzen, Faith Torres, Daniella Morillo, Eva Cosquieri, Cristina Cosquieri.

MUA's: Nyree Chipolina, Georgina Ocaña, Jodie Garcia, Chantal Hill, Kayleigh Barton, Silva Moreno.

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Blindness Awareness Month Experts Reveal the Surprising Things that can Affect our Eyes

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HEALTH and wellbeing is high on the agenda for many of us, but while diet and exercise may take top priority, do you ever stop to take notice of your eyes? Evidence suggests our eye health isn’t something we pay close enough attention to as a quarter say they don’t have a check every two years.

That is why as part of Blindness Awareness Month this October, ‘Specsavers Ópticas’ is urging the nation to take action today so they can protect their vision for tomorrow. Having your eyes tested does not just check for changes in vision but can help prevent sight loss through early detection of conditions and even spot other health concerns such as brain tumours or problems with your circulation.

Dr Nigel Best, Specsavers clinical spokesperson, says: ‘Vision is our most precious sense and the one people fear losing the most.

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• Enjoy Avocados as they are rich in zinc and vitamin B which help stave off cataracts, and have a high amount of lutein, which research suggests can help to prevent age-related macular degeneration • Drink plenty of water to avoid symptoms of dry eye • Don’t leave your eye makeup on when you go to sleep as it will increase your chances of getting bacterial and oil build up around your eyes or even inflammation

street opticians.’

He adds: ‘Regular eye tests combined with some simple wellbeing habits can help reduce the risk of developing certain conditions and make it more likely that any problems are detected early.’ Here Dr Best shares some everyday habits we can adopt to help futureproof our eye health.

• Stay active to reduce the risk of

developing age-related macular degeneration and cataracts • Don’t hold back the tears – a good cry can lubricate our eyes, wash away foreign matter and help reduce the risk of eye infections • Eat plenty of fish which is high in omega 3 fatty acids to help with eye lubrication • Get enough sleep to avoid

• Wash your hands before handling your contact lenses and ensure you care for your contact lenses properly to reducing the risk of getting bacteria in the eye Your eyes can reveal a lot about your health so it’s really important to have regular eye tests – once every two years, or more often if recommended by your optometrist. To find out more or book your next appointment head to your nearest ‘Specsavers Ópticas’ store or visit www. specsavers.es

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Nordic Wellness ‘All-Inclusives’ are on the rise: How to De-Stress in Northern Europe Modern people are skipping on exotic wellness retreats to discover the secrets of health-oriented holidays in Northern Europe. The Nordic all-inclusive is making a successful comeback as the wellness industry continues to flourishing

Over the last decade, wellness tourism has emerged as one of the quickest-growing areas of tourism. In-line with the emergence of this trend, wellness-seekers are turning down previously popular locations such as Southeast

Asia, and looking closer to Northern Europe where there is an emerging wellness scene thanks to its nature-based wellness treatments, which involve amber, sauna therapies, and ionised air. To discover why these stress-

free, Northern European holidays are growing in popularity, please read on DRUSKININKAI, LITHUANIA Now is an excellent time to go

on wellness all-inclusives since they’re becoming increasingly popular. According to the Global Wellness Institute, wellness tourism is one of the fastest-growing tourism markets. Between 2013 and 2015, the industry experien-

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ced a rate of 14% growth, and totalled US$563 billion. Meanwhile, the entire tourism industry grew by 6.9%. By 2020, the wellness tourism sector is expected to reach US$808 billion.

Wellness tourism is a booming industry due to increasing levels of stress and burnout. A brief trip to Southeast Asia always used to seem like a good way to brush off some stress and get a quick health fix. However, wellness seekers no longer necessarily have to head to an all-inclusive Ayurveda or yoga retreat in India or Bali.

Northern Europe is also famous for its health resorts, which offer tailored wellness treatments and use natural resources - such as thermal and mineral waters, salt, local herbs and amber. Nordic health professionals use centuries-old knowledge and combine it with modern-day innovations, thus providing a unique Nordic all-inclusive wellness experience.

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health services, and offer uncomplicated simplicity.

Hiking in silence, ice dipping, saunas, hot springs and various superfoods are only a fraction of what the Nordic all-inclusive can offer.

These types of vacations were very popular in the 19th century and are now enjoying a renaissance as wellness seekers turn their attentions north – where it might be slightly chillier, but the experiences are surprisingly warming.

Druskininkai, Lithuania, the oldest SPA town in Lithuania is a good place to start as it offers the essentials of a Nordic all-inclusive. Druskininkai began attracting nobility since 19th century, once it was discovered that its local lush forests, muds and mineral waters possess healing properties, and can be used to treat chronic illnesses. Since then it became a hub for wellness tourism, constantly expanding and recently re-establishing itself as a modern wellness resort, which draws on its traditions, as well as the most up-to-date medical innovations.

Doctors have even started prescribing nature as a means of achieving wellbeing, and Druskininkai serves as a perfect match since the city is surrounded by

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the largest forest in country, and is subsequently known as the ‘Lungs of Lithuania.’

Every guest at Druskininkai allinclusive medical SPAs will get a consultation with a doctor upon arrival and will be provided with a list of daily procedures that can include special massages, mud or mineral water baths, salt room therapy and more. Besides that, the city is packed with SPAs and activities. For example, the health and recreation centre Aqua offers some of the best holiday packages around. Here, visitors can enjoy specialized fixed-price deals combining accommodation, doctor’s appointments, tailored health procedures, saunas, entertainment and active leisure in the waterpark. Depending on what visitors choose, the price range can be anywhere from 50€ to a couple of hundred per night.

In another example, Sweden is also a champion of Nordic wellness, meaning that the Swedes’ idea of good relaxation is a weekend retreat to a cabin and sweating off steam in a wood-fired sauna. The same mentality applies as you get pampered in traditional countryside SPA resorts For example, Varbergs Kurort, Sätra Brunn and Lundsbrunn

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are all very popular. Wellness in Sweden also goes hand-in-hand with the right of public access here – part of the Swedish constitution, that lets you roam the countryside

as long as you leave it the way you found it. This is why many SPA resorts here offer packages that include walking and hiking and other outdoor activities.

Iceland is notorious for its peaceful atmosphere, breathtaking nature and thermal springs, making it a great place to visit for a rejuvenating Nordic SPA break. The capital Reykjavik is home to SPA resorts, which offer visitors the chance to fully take in Iceland’s surroundings by inhaling fresh air, experiencing serenity and taking a dip in its many geothermal pools. It’s a real Nordic all-inclusive experience while soaking in hot springs, admiring the Blue Lagoon and going on long hikes.

On top of that there are a number of great deals for tailor-made health procedures and detox programmes

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How to choose a cosmetic surgeon Having a cosmetic surgery procedure is an important decision, and one that is best made when fully informed. Here are ten top tips for choosing a surgeon for your cosmetic procedure.

1. QUALIFICATIONS Is the surgeon on a recognised register? Surgeons should be registered with their relevant medical councils – so for example surgeons may be registered with the UK General Medical Council’s Specialist Register for Plastic Surgeons or its equivalent in Spain.

2. SPECIALISTS Cosmetic Surgeons should be qualified and registered in Plastic Surgery – not just general surgery.

Dr. Marco Vricella of Aria Medical Group is a registered specialist plastic surgeon.

3. MEDICAL TEAM Ask about the team that will assist the surgeon. For example, the anaesthetist should be registered, and you should ask about their experience. Aria’s theatre team are world-class.

4. HOSPITAL A private hospital registered with the local health authority, such as HC Marbella Hospital is the ideal location. Ask about your accommodation if you need an overnight recovery stay. HC Marbella offers luxurious private rooms where a friend or family member can stay overnight with you and 24/7 medical support.

5. FREE CONSULTATION Aria Medical Group offers free consultations in Gibraltar with Dr. Marco Vricella, specialist

cosmetic surgeon. A professional surgeon will always be honest about what results you can expect from a procedure and the potential risks, however small. Make sure you have realistic expectations for the procedure. A cosmetic surgery procedure can achieve much, but results vary from person to person, considering their age; quality of skin; lifestyle; and more. Ask to see ‘before and after’ photos.

6. AFTERCARE Aria Medical Group offers free, comprehensive aftercare. This includes post-operative check-ups in Gibraltar, 24 hour telephone support if you have any queries and revision surgery should it be necessary. Aria Medical Group includes this in their price and is free in the first year.

7. PRICE This is one of the most important considerations for many people when considering a cosmetic procedure and surgeon. Yet price should not be the deciding factor.

The increased popularity of cosmetic surgery has brought down the cost of surgery over the years, but it is still a case of ‘you get what you pay for’. Remember that your fee must cover many elements including the time and expertise of the surgeon; the anaesthetist; the medical team; the operating theatre costs; the implants if you are having breast augmentation; a potential overnight stay with doctor and nurses on call; and much more. Follow up care is especially important and Aria provide regular follow up appointments at 1, 2 and 4 weeks, 3 and 6 months and 1 year, but you will be seen every Louise Truelove Chief Patient Care Co-ordinator

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day if necessary; there is no limit on follow up appointments.

Aria Medical Group offers competitive, realistic prices guaranteeing the best service – with no hidden extras.

Client Testimonials Think about talking to other people who have had the operation you are considering. Aria Medical Group has client case studies available to read or view online with ‘before and after’ photography – contact Aria for more information.

8. THE COMPANY Cosmetic surgery is available from several medical groups that service Gibraltar. However, with Aria Medical Group you are assured of the personal care of an independent firm. That’s why Aria Medical Group has such a good reputation in Gibraltar.

9. LOCATION The location of your consultation, surgery and aftercare is important. Having a cosmetic surgery procedure close to home has a number of benefits such as convenience; reduced travel before and after; and possibly lower costs as you can recover at home. Aria Medical Group offers free consultations at College Clinic in Gibraltar and all

follow up appointments are also held there. If you travel elsewhere in Europe or the world for surgery, what will happen if you need aftercare or revision surgery?

FIND OUT MORE - FREE, PRIVATE, CONSULTATION If you’re interested to find out more, then a consultation with a qualified surgeon is the best way to become informed. That’s why Dr. Marco Vricella always meets every person who is considering a procedure with Aria Medical Group.

To book a free and private consultation in Gibraltar at College Clinic, contact Aria Medical Group: Tel: (+34) 671 639 353 info@ariamedicalgroup.com www.ariamedicalgroup.com ARIA MEDICAL GROUP The Aria Medical Group team offers a wide range of cosmetic surgery procedures for both women and men, using the most up-todate techniques. These include: + Breast Augmentation + Breast Uplift + Breast Reduction + Tummy Tuck + Liposuction + Face Lifts + Eyebag Removal + Rhinoplasty GLOBE MAGAZINE 49

The Best Recipes of our Cuisine

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Pasta with Salmon and Peas Make this salmon pasta in under 20 minutes for a dinner the whole family will enjoy. Kids will love the fun-shaped pasta while packing in fibre and omega-3 SERVES: 2 adults + 2 childrens PREPARATION: 5 min · COOKING: 10-15 min · NGREDIENTS: 250gr whole wheat fusili Knob of butter - 1 large shallot, finely chopped - 140gr frozen peas - 2 skinless salmon fillets cut into chunks - 140gr low fat crème fraîche - ½ low salt vegetable stock cube- Small bunch chives, snipped.

HOW TO MAKE IT 1. Bring a pan of water to the boil and cook 240g whole wheat fusilli according to the pack instructions. 2.

Meanwhile, heat a knob of butter in a saucepan, then add one large finely chopped shallot and cook for 5 minutes or until softened. 3. Add 140gr frozen peas, 2 skinless salmon fillets cut into chunks, 140gr low fat crème fraî-

Spiced tortilla Perfect for dinners, lunches and snacks, the spiced tortilla is a great in-the-fridge standby for many occasions SERVES: 4 · PREPARATION: 5 min · COOKING: 20 minutes · INGREDIENTS: 1 tbsp sunflower oil - 1 onion, sliced - 1 red chilli, deseeded and shredded - 2 tsp curry spice (we used coriander, cumin and turmeric) - 300gr cherry tomato - 500gr cooked potato, sliced - Bunch coriander, stalks

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finely chopped, leaves roughly chopped - 8 eggs, beaten HOW TO MAKE IT 1. Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Fry the onion and half the chilli for 5 minutes until softened. Tip in the spices, fry for 1 minute more, then add the cherry tomatoes, potatoes and coriander stalks to the pan. Season the eggs well,

che and 50ml water. Crumble in ½ low salt vegetable stock cube.

4. Cook for 3 – 4 minutes until cooked through, stir in small

bunch snipped chives and some black pepper. Then stir through to coat the pasta. Serve in bowls.

pour over the top of the vegetable and leave to cook gently for 8-10 minutes until almost set. 2.

Heat the grill and flash the tortilla underneath for 1-2 minutrs

until the top is set. Scatter the coriander leaves and remaining chilli over the top, slice into wedges and serve with a green salad.

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What’s Happening Down Town?

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1. The Minister for Culture, Steven Linares presented cheques on behalf of the Self Determination for Gibraltar Group to the value of £7,300. 2. Ferry Crossing with the Heretic Order. 3. Mr & Mrs Sene receive Wedding Anniversary Message from The Queen. 4 A, b & C. The winners of this year’s Shop Window Competition 1st Prize – Piece of Cake, 17 Turnbull’s Lane, 2nd Prize, Kubchands, 55-57 Main Street & 3rd Prize DitzyB Arts & Crafts Supplies, Unit F17 First Floor ICC. 5. Callaghan Insurance Company, a corporate sponsor of Calpe House donated an additional £30,000 to the charity as a special donation in celebration of their 30th Birthday. 6. Detoxification Programme Held Recently at The Europa Retreat Centre.

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BumbleZest Drinks are a range of healthy, tasty, low sugar/cals drinks that are packed with ‘superfoods’ and other interesting and healthy ingredients.

We are a Carbon Neutral, Battersea based company.

‘BumbleZest’ drinks is a London based, husband and wife team company, which was launched in June 2017 by Dan Watson. He takes up the story basically explaining why he took the step. “I struggled to keep a balanced lifestyle working in property and living in a city with lots of distractions. With my previous work, I was drinking too much coffee and alcohol; I experienced high levels of stress and anxiety, which along with skin issues, led me to develop ‘BumbleZest’. I started drinking lemon water with a drop of honey, often mixing it with different herbs I grew in my tiny Battersea garden. I wanted to start sourcing other incredible ingredients, so I packed in my day job in order to launch ‘BumbleZest’. I really hope you enjoy my recipes as much as I’ve had fun making them.

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Each little 90ml glass bottle is packed full of 8 – 10 different natural ‘superfoods’ or other functional ingredients. The bottles contain no preservatives, additives, GMO’S or colours; they are also gluten, dairy, lactose and nut free!

They use environmentally friendlier little robust glass bottles and aluminium caps and are also Carbon Neutral. ‘BumbleZest’ offset any remaining carbon emissions using official environmental projects, such as planting trees and Amazon deforestation prevention. the rigors of modern life and to taste great. They focus on health, complexion, weight management, vitality and overall wellbeing. Their drinks are designed to be taken as a health shot on the go, although they can be diluted with water for a refreshing drink. Stripping out nearly all water and hidden sugars means that they are able to just concen-

trate on generous doses of the healthy functional ingredients and in order to keep the sugar and calories down to an absolute minimum, they add just a single drop of Honey or Maple and a little drop of Stevia.

They have a range of all natural, tasty, low sugar/cals health shots designed to be taken on the go.

They have five recipes on the market at the moment: Revive&Restore - Ginger, Turmeric and Collagen Propel&Protect - Matcha, Moringa and Ginseng Calm&Comfort - Chamomile, Lavender and Spirulina

Detox&Defend - Apple CV, Milk Thistle and Charcoal Nourish&Nurture - Cacao, Maca and Collagen Compared to standard format drinks, they are obviously a lot smaller! Compared to other shots however, they pack their ingredients into robust little glass bottles, which means more environmentally friendly and no carting unnecessary amounts of packaging or water around the globe.

They also have an average of 8.5 premium functional ingredients in every bottle unlike most of the competition that just use a few.

They are proud also that they use pioneering and boundary-stretching ingredients. They believe their ingredients are right on the health trend!

Their biggest challenge has been the actual commitment to creating a product in a completely new industry. It is one thing having ideas in your head and completely another taking the risk and actually doing it. Dan Watson’s skills and experience from his Chartered Surveying and property background, large slow moving (or non-moving!) products when being developed or refurbished, has been surprisingly relevant and useful, even though he has now moved to a very fast moving consumer goods product, which you can fit in the palm of your hand.

Our favourite kind of shot! Packed full of goodness to help benefit your mind and body, the ingredients have been carefully selected to boost your energy, immunity, brain function, skin health/elasticity and a whole host of other wonderfully beneficial effects from the all natural ingredients.

Ginger and Turmeric are long standing favourites. Both are known for their extraordinarily strong anti-inflammatory effects and they are both proven antioxidants. From the ginger, you will benefit from gingerols and in turmeric, it is the curcumin that contributes towards good health; both herbs have been extensively studied and used for thousands of years in Indian and ancient Chinese medicine. We were also happy to find black pepper on the list of ingredients as it helps you to absorb the curcumin in the turmeric a bit better. We've not yet come across very many

drinks with added collagen but we all know of that it contributes to smooth, taught, supple skin.

And who doesn't want that! "Collagen helps men, women and children with the proper functioning of skin, bones, hair, joints, muscles, connective tissues and internal organs. Branched-chain amino acids, which are contained in collagen, improve the body’s synthesis of protein while also increasing the capacity for protein synthesis. These combined effects result in gains for both muscle mass and generation.

Collagen is safe to be consumed regularly as it helps to boost the production of body collagen. Collagen

powder is tasteless, so even with our generous dose of 5.5g your taste buds probably won’t notice it is there. This provides 5.5g of high quality protein for those looking for a post gym recovery drink. We use the very best Hydrolysed Marine Collagen, made up of small, usable chain peptides and amino acids. This is the most easily absorbed form for the human body. Our Collagen is non GMO and is sourced from a combination of ethically sourced wild fish."

Chamomile and Lavender both sound like beautiful, soothing plants, which we turn to when we need a moment of calm and relaxation. Algae on the other hand does not sound like the most appealing addition to your morning. However, Spirulina (similar to chlorella) is extremely nutritious and it is a great source of protein, antioxidants and B-vitamins. And luckily, you have the flavour and scent of lavender to please your tastebuds.

Matcha, Moringa and Ginseng are all powerful in their own right, but together they will 'Propel' and 'Protect' by giving you a steady source of energy and boost to your immune system. Matcha green tea is another staple. No doubt, you have caught onto the trend of the matcha latte. Not only delicious but when consuming matcha, you are eating the whole of the green tea leaf, which means that you are getting higher doses of the ‘EGCG’ antioxidant. Moringa has not had as much publicity as Matcha but is known to contribute to physical stamina. And Ginseng a root grown in North America has been used for centuries for its therapeutic and wellness qualities.

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Bumble Zest sparkling drinks FLOURISH + FLOW Sparkling Rosemary, Thyme & Lavender (24 x 250ml Cans)

for their specific functional properties.

• 250ml can • Vegan • Only 28 kcals • For fuel and focus • Infused with botanical extracts • Contains 8 functional & all-natural ingredients

Sparkling water herbal drink with Rosemary, Thyme, Lavender infused with other botanical extracts.

RESCUE + REMEDY Ginger Turmeric & CBD Sparkling Water, for rescue & remedy, is a sparkling water herbal drink, which is made with all-natural ingredients (sourced for their specific functional properties) and 1.5mg of full spectrum CBD. • 250ml can • Vegan • Only 20 kcals • For rescue & remedy • Infused with botanical extract • Contains 7 functional & all-natural ingredients Unlike most other drinks on the market, that use token amounts of key ingredients, Bumblezest Ginger Turmeric & CBD Sparkling Water contains seven functional ingredients such as Ginger, CBD, Turmeric, 1/3 of a Lemon, Cinnamon, a drop

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of Maple Syrup and sparkling water. These ingredients are added in generous doses so that they make the sort of difference you will generally feel and notice upon consumption.

FUEL + FOUCUS Yerba Mate, Matcha & Green Coffee Sparkling Water, for fuel & focus, is a sparkling water herbal drink, which is made with all-natural ingredients sourced

Unlike most other drinks on the market, that use token amounts of key ingredients, Bumblezest Yerba Mate, Matcha & Green Coffee Sparkling Water contains eight functional ingredients such as Matcha, yerba mate, 1/3 of a Lemon, Cinnamon, a drop of Maple Syrup, Himalayan Salt, green Coffee and sparkling water. These ingredients are added in generous doses so that they make the sort of difference you will generally feel and notice upon consumption.

‘BumbleZest’ Drinks are distributed in Gibraltar by Nature’s way of 15D1 North View Terrace, Devil’s Tower Road. Tel: 200 44764.

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Ferrari F8 Tributo

The Ferrari F8 Tributo is the new mid-rear-engined sports car that represents the highest expression of the Prancing Horse's classic twoseater berlinetta. It is a car with unique characteristics and, as its name implies, is a homage to the most powerful V8 in Ferrari history.

The F8 Tributo sets the market benchmark for performance, driving pleasure and ease of handling. It makes the exhilarating performance of the best 8-cylinder in the world accessible to all drivers, with unprecedented handling and superior ride comfort.

With a massive 720 cv and a record specific power output of 185 cv/l, it is the most powerful V8 ever to be mou-

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nted in a non-special series Ferrari, achieving new heights not just for turbos, but for engines across the board.

The turbo-charged V8 has already been used in other models in the range with various power output levels, winning "Best Engine" in the International Engine of the Year awards three years running in 2016, 2017 and 2018. In 2018, it was also awarded the title of the best engine of the last two decades.

The Ferrari F8 Tributo delivers its 720 cv without the slightest hint of turbo lag and produces an evocative soundtrack. Instantaneous power is matched by exceptional handling thanks to the integration of state-ofthe-art aerodynamics solutions deri-

ved from Ferrari's track experience.

Designed by the Ferrari Styling Centre, the F8 Tributo is essentially a bridge to a new design language that will continue to emphasise Ferrari's key characteristics of high performance and extreme aerodynamic efficiency. In fact, the Ferrari F8 Tributo is the most aerodynamically efficient series-production mid-rear-engined berlinetta ever designed.

The F8 Tributo replaces the 488 GTB and, in the range, is the model with the highest performance matched by the greatest driver involvement.

There are significant improvements across the board aimed at providing even better control on the limit along with greater on-board comfort.

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The F8 Tributo punches out 50 cv more than the 488 GTB, is 40 kg lighter and also benefits from a 10% improvement in aerodynamic efficiency along with the latest version of the Side Slip Angle Control, now in 6.1 guise.

ENGINE In the automotive world, Ferrari's V8 engine is seen as the very epitome of sportiness and driving pleasure. This is particularly the case when it is mid-rear-mounted in a twoseater. Ferrari has been honing the scope of abilities of this architecture, which creates an optimal weight balance, and thus delivers unparalleled

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thrillingly sporty driving, to perfection for over four decades.

In fact, Maranello made its debut in the 8-cylinder 2-seater berlinetta segment in 1975 with the 308 GTB, a revolutionary car that became a source of inspiration for subsequent models.

The same mid-rear V8 two-seater architecture was also adopted for Ferrari's first supercars, not least the 1984 GTO and 1987 F40, which have achieved iconic status amongst enthusiasts.

The Ferrari F8 Tributo sports the multi-award-winning Ferrari V8 turbo which is best in class in its

segment as well as being voted the best engine of the last 20 years by industry experts. In 2018, it was nominated for the Engine of the Year title for the third consecutive year, a title it went on to win with more than double the points of its closest contender.

The V8's technical specifications are truly exceptional, placing it at the very top of its segment. The F8 Tributo unleashes 720 cv at 8,000 rpm and also has an impressive specific power output of 185 cv/l. Its maximum torque is now higher too at all engine speeds, peaking at 770 Nm (+10 Nm compared to the 488 GTB) at 3,250 rpm.

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The Chessnuts Club

Text by Joe Adambery

The Gibraltar ‘Chessnuts’ Club was formed just over a year ago by local chess star Stephen Whatley when a need was identified that chess players, who were no longer juniors were in need of playing their peers and beyond in a non-structured way that would allow them to progress and enjoy the game outside of the local league. Globe Magazine caught up with 62 GLOBE MAGAZINE

Stephen just before he went off to University last September to study Biochemistry and Medicine. This charming nineteen year-old is going places and he’s already distinguished himself at several disciplines since childhood.

“When I first started playing thirteen years ago, there were very few juniors playing and chess was generally an ageing population. My parents both teach

chess and now, between them, they have around four hundred players. When they reach 13 or 14, players aren’t juniors anymore and they can’t go to junior classes. Hence, the need to cater for them so that they don’t give up on chess and continue to progress. This is where we are now.

There are adults in our club but no juniors so the teenagers have a wider exposure to the older game. They come to play and socialise and also to learn in a

more mature environment.”

The ‘Chessnuts’ have quite a fluid membership of around thirty five, which is plenty when you consider that teenagers are studying for GCSEs etc, so Stephen is very pleased that their numbers are on the increase and young people are not falling away from the game anymore. “We are lucky that we have a good balance between boys and girls and have half

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a dozen girls, who come religiously to our meets. Actually, we have a higher female representation than most Chess clubs across the world. When you take into account that in the annual chess tournament here around three hundred and fifty players compete and only about thirty of them are women you can see why we are proud to have ten female members in our club.”

There are no membership fees to join ‘Chessnuts’ but the club asks that members pay £2 fees towards a club fund destined to provide better chess boards and clocks, which they don’t yet have. If you wanted to play under the ‘Chessnuts’ banner, you could but the club officially comes under the Gibraltar Chess Association umbrella. “I teach juniors regularly and when you think that most chess coaches are fifty or sixty, it’s a privilege for me that the juniors can relate to me and what I have achieved so that is a good thing for developing young players because they are of my generation.”

In ‘Gib Talks’, the TV programme, I saw Stephen talk about fencing and I wondered how this consummate chess player made a transition to that sport.

He told me that he was always a rounded sportsman, who played tennis and football since six years old and got his Taekwondo black belt at twelve so when he was at boarding school and tried fencing, he found that he liked the mind discipline, as well as, the physicality of it.

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cus, making quick decisions and reacting, respecting your opponents and strategising on how you are going to beat them. Earlier on, the chess discipline had helped my taekwondo and likewise it also helped my fencing.”

For the next seven years Stephen will be studying and the burgeoning ‘Chessnuts’ club will not be able to enjoy his mentoring and teaching but his parents, who are also very much involved in teaching and promoting local chess are stepping in to look after the club.

“The club is a little community of individuals, who not only play chess but also enjoy each other’s company and socialising every Friday so it will continue.

Now the opportunity has arisen for me to play the world junior championships in October and

I’m looking forward to that as it will be the first time that I will be playing, not under the British flag, but under the world federation flag where Gibraltar will be the country I represent. Politically, it’s quite complicated but it is a breakthrough.”

This young man, who has overcome a brain injury, which threatened his prospects for studying medicine, as well as, his chess and fencing, is truly an inspiration to anyone, who meets him and it’s no small wonder that already there is a huge interest in developing fencing as a sport here but that is a story for another day. We wish him all the success he deserves and also to his friends and family of ‘chessnuts’, who meet every weekend at ‘Timeout Cafe Bar’ in Europort.

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Gibtelecom launch new mobile offerings

Gibtelecom has launched a series of new mobile offerings for contract (postpaid) and Reload (prepaid) customers. These include new monthly plans; data bundles, and data boosts.

Adrian Ochello, Head of Marketing & Business Development said: “We are aware that mobile data is becoming increasingly important to our customers. From their feedback, we know that having more data allowances is top of their wish-list. This is exactly what we are now providing by introducing the new “MiniExtra”; “Midi-Extra” and “Maxi-Extra” 12-month contract plans.”

“All these plans have higher data allowances than before. For instance, Mini-Extra includes an allowance of 1GB (£10); MidiExtra 5GB (£30); and Maxi-Extra 15GB (£52). We have also refreshed and streamlined our pay-monthly and Reload (prepaid) data bundles by introducing new 1GB and 4GB bundles, at £10 and 66 GLOBE MAGAZINE

£17 respectively, as well as a 10GB bundle at £29. New data boosts for pay-monthly customers have also been introduced.”

More detailed information on all the new offerings can be found on the Gibtelecom website at www.gibtele.com/extradata • Triple data for customers on new “Maxi-extra” plan • More than double the data for customers on new “Midi-extra” plan • New - Calls, texts and extra data for customers on new “Miniextra” plan • Increased data allowance for same price or cheaper on all new plans • New - 1GB of data for only £10 on Reload

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Bossom Buddies Charity Cancer Trust

Text by Naveen Alwani

Over the past three months the team of volunteers, at the Kishin Alwani Foundation Charity Shop, have been working diligently as reflected in the respectable donation of just under £1,100 to Bosom Buddies Charity Cancer Trust. This particular association encapsulates the idea of giving back to the community; a philosophy Mr Alwani aims to embody on a daily basis. The cancer-tackling charity also holds a personal element to the Kishin Alwani Foundation as they, like many, are subject to a loss from this devastating condition.

The foundation acknowledges the help it has received from the community, with the extensive donations of clothes and other paraphernalia reflecting the positive uptake of the charity shop after its first year functioning.

his appreciation to the general public, who have collectively enabled him to fulfil his mission to give back to society.

The charity shop, situated at 4 John Mackintosh Square, has gradually become an integral part of society and Mr Alwani is delighted that these small acts of corporate citizenship will potentially benefit the future generations of Gibraltar.

In an attempt to extend its philanthropic reach on the community, The Kishin Alwani Foundation encourages other enterprises to apply for a charitable donation.

Any registered charity in Gibraltar is an eligible applicant and will be taken into close consideration by Mr Alwani and the trustees. The proceeds from the foundation’s Charity Shop are donated on a quarterly basis, to local charities whose intentions align with Mr Alwani’s own desire to serve the Mr Alwani would like to express community.

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Sam Gómez Haw joins Gourmet Catering Executive Chef Sam Gómez Haw was Head Chef for the prestigious Midas Restaurant in Sotogrande Port prior to joining us where he had responsibility, not only for their a la carte menu, but also for event catering for large numbers.

Sam was born in Gibraltar although his passion for high quality food and authentic dining experiences and to learn from experienced Chefs’ led him to work at various restaurants in the Sotogrande area.

Eager to learn other cultures and cuisines, Sam also spent time working in the UK and as Head Chef at Kuppa in Bangkok.

Whilst in Thailand, Sam also commuted to the Polo Escape resort near Pattaya where he was responsible for events catering

and, being a polo player himself, also played in tournaments and was even invited to play in the famous King’s Cup Elephant Polo tournament.

Sam passionately believes that meticulous organisation, teamwork and adherence to high standards is the only way to deliver the highest standards of Gourmet Catering and that those standards can be met even when catering for large numbers. He is excited to be returning to his birth place in Gibraltar and to be working with Danny Lewis and the Hunter Group, Gourmet Catering division, based at Bistro Point in the prestigious University of Gibraltar. www.gourmetcatering.gi

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Government opens Brexit Information Office The Deputy Chief Minister Dr Joseph Garcia opened the Government’s ‘Brexit’ Information Office on 1st October. The aim of the office is to answer queries relating to ‘Brexit’ from citizens and businesses.

The Deputy Chief Minister thanked the many public officials, who were involved in ‘Brexit’ work, particularly those in the ‘Brexit’ Strategic Group, the ‘Brexit’ Executive Group and the six resilience groups, which cover commerce, the supply chain, public services, critical services, law and order, and health and social care. He explained that life outside the European Union would be very different, with different processes and procedures from what we are used to today but that it was important to prepare and not to panic.

The Government announced in August that such an office would open in October.

Dr Garcia explained that the Government was working to a reasonable worst case scenario and against specific planning assumptions for a ‘No Deal’ ‘Brexit’ at the end of this month. He said that the political Dr Garcia also explained that some questions did not have firm answers at this stage, as a uncertainty in the United Kingdom did not help and added that this had led to different given outcome of ‘Brexit’ would obviously have work-streams aimed at different outcomes. a bearing on the information and advice.

The first is work on leaving the EU with a Withdrawal Agreement, where the position The office is located at 323 Main Street opposite of Gibraltar had already been protected. an agreement and the third on the future the John Mackintosh Hall and will open from The second is work on leaving without such relationship.

9am to 3pm.

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North-West England Rocked on the August Bank Holiday weekend

Text by Dina Suisi

The August bank holiday weekend in the North of England rocked.

On Friday 23rd August 2019, Manchester was “Hyena’d” by the sound of the punk/rock band from Burley, Lancashire, “ALL HAIL HYENA”. They played at the Castle Inn Hotel in Manchester’s northern quarter by sharing the stage with the indie post/ punk band “Little Avis” from Manchester.

from their limited edition album entitled “Cubs in the Wild”, which was released in 2018 on vinyl and digital format. Other popular tracks on the set list included “Man up”, “Way Ho” and “Debbie loves her neighbours”.

Band members Jay Stansfield (vocals and guitar), Tom Cross (bass guitar) and Rob Ashworth (drums), said they were delighted to return to Manchester as they had played a few gigs in this city and at the Castle Inn Hotel, including the Albert All Hail Hyena played a few tracks Hall when they shared the stage

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as support band for the American Indie Rock band “GRANDADDY” during Grandaddy’s European Tour in 2017.

Amongst the crowd of fans that evening at the Castle Inn Hotel was ALL HAIL HYENA’s Gibraltarian fans. Guy Valarino had promoted the band in Gibraltar at his Classic Vinyl Playback’s events, which are held at the Garrison Library.

As Guy mentioned in the July edition of this magazine, “ALL HAIL HYENA has been promoted as a way of introducing the Classic

Vinyl community to great new independent music being released on vinyl” . In reply to Guy’s comments on welcoming the band at his classic vinyl playback event, the band said that they would be delighted to attend one day as they aspire to play on the Rock in the foreseeable future.

When asked about other aspirations, Jay Stansfield said that the band has also been playing at electro music festivals in Lancashire where their recorded music has

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been converted to electro. Jay mentioned that they would also like to perform at other electro music festivals throughout the UK and overseas. In July, the band played at the well-known Beat-herder electronic music festival in Lancashire where the crowd was “electro hyena’d”.

lounge). A total of 70 bands from over 20 countries and fans from all over the world and spanning generations attended this 7-day event.

Whilst the ALL HAIL HYENA gig happened in Manchester, the nearby city of Liverpool was hosting the International Beatles Week, held this year from the 21st to 27th August. This is a 7-day festival organised by the Cavern Club in Liverpool to celebrate one of the world’s most famous bands from Liverpool, “The Beatles”.

On Sunday 25th August, the Britannia Adelphi Hotel in Liverpool’s City Centre, where the Beatles used to stay during their early tours, opened its doors to the Beatles Convention. The Beatles Convention is the “must and the mecca for all Beatles fans” with all day live music, films, guest speakers such as Jack Douglas, John Lennon’s producer amongst the few, Ringo bingo and a massive market filled with Beatles memorabilia.

Mathew Street is host to the Cavern Club and other live music venues, which buzzed with Beatles fans and the sound of Beatles live music. The Cavern Club had live music throughout the seven days with international bands and solo artists at their two stages (a front stage and a live

I was privileged to take part in a film interview by Right Angle Films, which focuses on the history of the Beatles and their influence today and enjoy such a beautiful city, which celebrates, on an annual basis, the music of one of the most influential bands in the world.

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Thomas Cook: Tourism Experts Explain The Travel Company’s Collapse Text By Anna Hillingdon (Associate Professor in Risk and Resilience, Bournemouth University) & John Fletcher (Professor, Bournemouth University)

www.theconversation.com

The shock of Thomas Cook’s collapse may create reverberations that travel much further than the 150,000 holidaymakers who are reportedly stranded overseas or the many people who have already paid for travel with the company.

The impact of Thomas Cook’s failure is even more stark because the company’s 19th-century founder was the father of package holidays, taking the first group of travellers abroad in 1855.

The ATOL scheme currently provides protection for more than 20 million travellers each year. The benefits of ATOL are far reaching and include bringing stranded tourists back to the UK if the company they bought their package from goes into liquidation while they are overseas or will compensate or find alternative packages if the company fails before the traveller goes overseas.

On the bright side there is a scheme in place to help them. that it is protected. ATOL is a most air package holidays and When tourists buy their holiday UK scheme, which was first some forward booked flights sold as a package the law requires introduced in 1973, that covers by UK operators.

The term package is important because if a traveller purchases, say a flight only, from a travel agent or directly from an airline and is issued

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with a valid ticket, this is outside the scope of ATOL. So independent travellers (people who book the different components of their holidays would not be covered by ATOL unless the flight or hotel element explicitly states that it is ATOL protected). ATOL is funded through a levy on travel businesses of £2.50 per traveller and it is operated by the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulator and the funds are held by an organisation called the Air Travel Trust.

The ATOL protection was introduced in response to several major travel business failures, which left British travellers stranded overseas, but to date has not had to cope with a failure on the scale of this Thomas Cook one.

The major task of organising the repatriation of so many people, code name “Operation Matterhorn”, has meant that the government (through the CAA) has had to hire planes from as far away as Malaysia to help transport not just the holidaymakers but also the thousands of staff who are also stranded overseas. This is the largest peacetime repatriation the UK has ever undertaken, and it is inevitable that there will be delays and problems during the

operation that is being hastily put together.

Although the company’s products are ATOL protected there are limits to the cover and to many people who had planned their vacations, the financial costs are only a part of the problem. For instance, there

are people who were travelling to get married, attend funerals or other significant functions who may not be able to easily make alternative arrangements and if events are cancelled there will be costs not covered by ATOL. As with most things, there is rarely a single cause for such a

big failure. This can be seen as a perfect storm for Thomas Cook.

It was already stretched from earlier operational changes, some of which can be taken back to its merger with MyTravel Group in 2007 and others that demonstrate the changing nature of travel throughout the 21st century.

This changing nature also includes the growing intensity of competition in the travelrelated sector.

Tourism businesses operate on high volume sales with small profit margins – that is to say they need to fill seats on planes and rooms in hotels to make a profit.

One empty seat is dead weight and eats into whatever slim profits are derived from all the other seats and rooms sold.

While the ultimate responsibility for the business failure of Thomas Cook must rest with the hands of its management, they faced a number of factors outside their control. The effects of the Brexit discussions, together with a poor economic growth rate, have resulted in a much weaker pound. This has meant higher costs for the overseas travel industry, putting even greater pressure on their already slender profit margins.

The size of Thomas Cook brings the obvious advantages of economies of large-scale production. But while it may prosper in growing business environments, with a declining market and increased competition from the rapid growth of AirBnB and numerous specialist travel agencies and tour operators, size can become a burden. The vagaries of the UK’s weather also played a part, with record temperatures fuelling a rise in staycations and curtailing demand in a market with everincreasing sources of supply.

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Anne-Marie Gomez invited to judge at 'Let your feet compete' Dance Competition

Anne-Marie Gomez President of ‘The Gibraltar International Dance Federation Dance Association’ and Director of Danza Academy was invited to Judge ‘The Let Your Feet Compete’ Dance Competition in The Trinity School Concert Hall, Croydon on the 11th July last. Anne-Marie, a qualified I.D.F. and I.D.O. International Judge, was asked by Agatha Maj, International Dance Federation International Relations Coordinator and Competitions Director.

The Competition was the finals of a U.K.’s schools dance education project involving infant, junior and high schools.17 schools competed in the finals. The ‘Let Your Feet Competition’ is aimed at getting school children involved in dance and the arts. It provides them with a high level professional experience where a live panel of judges give them feedback X Factor Style and a vast audience is there to support them. Over the years, many celebrities have been part of the panel.

This year Anne-Marie was a judge alongside Chiara Predola, Italian Dancer with 153 podium finishes at Italian, European and World Events including 90 Gold Medals, Della Bhujoo, who has worked with artists such as Kylie Minogue, Beyoncé and Sarah Brigtnan and has also worked at the M.T.V. and Brit Awards. Della has performed in endless musicals and has choreographed for numerous cruise companies. Lastly in the audition panel was Markieu Hayden, former headteacher of several schools and founding member of the ‘The Let Your Feet Compete Dance Com78 GLOBE MAGAZINE

petition’ and developer of many education projects thoughout the U.K. “I really enjoyed having to give feedback for the dancers surrounded by a packed live audience.

Having to deliver on the spur of the moment was incredibly exciting and an innovative experience for me. I was impressed with the choreographic standards and wealth of styles produced at U.K. schools.” she added. “It was the 10th Anniversary of the Competition”

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The Famous Grouse Trophy the overnight rain, buggies were restricted to the paths so everyone was treated to more exercise that they had hoped for but it did not spoil the day.

The champion of the day with a score of 39 points was Darren Anton. Darren was the first to benefit from the new prize structure and not only won the Famous Grouse Trophy, but also a £150 voucher by ‘Cohen and Massias’, a key sponsor of the Med Golf season. Darren also won a coveted winner’s shirt that qualifies him for the Med Gold Masters at the end of the season.

The Famous Grouse Trophy tournament was held at El Paraiso on Sunday 15th September. The event not only opened the Med Golf 2019-20 Season, but also heralded some exciting new changes to the Med Golf format. The key aim is to increase the number of potential qualifiers for the Med Golf Masters from 10 to 38 who will now also play for a luxury Tag Heuer watch.

The value of the event winner’s prize has also been increased as shown below.

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The best gross score was Javi Hunter with a score of 79. The best gross score of level par on the 3 holes was Roy Azopardi. Roy was also the Category 1 winner and best senior.

The best pair was Ross Harkins and David Murphy with a combined score of 70 Stableford points. The longest drive was won by Robbie Jones.

The Category winners now get a coveted Med Golf winner’s shirt and qualify for the Med Golf Masters. The category winners were as follows: Category 1 (handicaps 0 to 13): Roy Azopardi was the winner with 34 Stableford points.

Category 2 (handicaps 14 to 21): Ross Harkins opened his account on his debut as a Med Golf mem-

ber in grand style with a score of 36 Stableford points to win the Category.

Category 3 (handicap 22 to 30 for men and 36 for ladies): Not for the first time, Eddie Diaz (hcp 24.4) won the Category with 34 Stableford points beating Miranda Granlund (hcp 36.0) on Handicap.

Nearest the pin winners were: Joe Sanchez, John Robbins and Kevin Jones. Louis Calvente was nearest to the pin in 2 on a par 4 and Paul Nash was nearest the pin in 3 on a par 5.

The prizes were presented by Med Golf ’s Judith Benezrah and the members were thanked for their support.

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THE MED GOLF MASTER QUALIFIERS Qualifiers for the bigger and better Med Golf Masters to date are: 1. Darren Anton – Event winner 2. Roy Azopardi – Cat 1 winner 3. Ross Harkins – Cat 2 winner 4. Eddie Diaz – Cat 3 winner The Gourmet Catering Order of Merit The top ten in the Gourmet Catering Order of Merit at the end of the season will also qualify for the Med Golf Masters. Here are the top ten, after the first event: Darren Anton Ross Harkins

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Javi Hunter Roy Azopardi David Murphy Eddie Diaz Miranda Grandlund Robbie Jones Carlo Nuvoletta Hans Henrik Jansen

Tournament Schedule and New Format The next event will be The Caterfood Trophy tournament at Benalup on Sunday 27th October. There will be options for overnight stay at the FairPlay Hotel.

Just playing the event? Get your name down with Ian, medgolf. events@gmail.com Staying over? Book your accomodation package with Judith or Cam; contact.medgolf@gmail. com The Med Golf 2019-20 season schedule can be found on the website www.medgolfmembers.com along with a summary of the changes in format.

For more details on our full schedule and the benefits of joining Med Golf for just £40 per year or £60 for family membership (limited to two), please visit our website: www.medgolfmembers.com

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