Smartlynx Magazine Summer 2018

Summer 2018

Inflight magazine

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Zygimantas Surintas CEO, SmartLynx Airlines Dear Passenger!

We are happy to welcome you on board SmartLynx aircraft.

The summer season is upon us, which means – loads of sun, fresh fruit, light clothing and most importantly – vacation time. And we are glad to see you have chosen SmartLynx Airlines as your companion to your summer vacation. Whether you head down to the pearl of Mediterranean we know as Tunisia, or decided to spend the heat in Montenegro, we are certain that your holidays will work out perfectly.

Considering that year 2018 is extremely significant to Latvia and Estonia, both celebrating the well-awaited Centenary, SmartLynx Airlines strives to make our countries proud by doing a great work! One of our proud achievements is the recently-received honour – SmartLynx trademark has won the 3rd place among the trademarks registered in Latvia 2017 in the nomination “Trademark of the year to the world”. In terms of business, SmartLynx Airlines turnover has increased by 21% in 2017, and over the last few years the number of our passengers

has constantly increased reaching 2,5 million last year. And to top it all of – SmartLynx Airlines plans to expand business operations even as far as to North America and Canada.

Now, turning to our main priority – you, the passengers! It is very important that our passengers feel comfortable while heading down to a vacation to remember. Therefore we have provided numerous benefits to enjoy while on the flight. First of all, do not miss out on the additions to our Sky Shop menu. And for gaining strength before leaving the board, we have provided a much easier way to decide on your meal as they are now prepared in specially designed meal sets of various food choices.

And we cannot stress this enough – our main priority was, still is and always will be our passenger safety. Our technical team is the best one out there, carrying out all the necessary tests to ensure a complete readiness of our aircraft.

So enjoy your flight while catching up on the events of summer 2018, destinations worth travelling to and entertaining content of culture, interesting people and hot topics of this summer. We wish you to spend an unforgettable vacation, and thank you again for choosing SmartLynx Airlines!

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CONTENTS Inflight magazine

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Smart House How smart our residencies can actually be?

Small but Impressive Many wonders of Tunisia

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PLUS + DON’T MISS ALL THIS Games

Wimbledon

White clothes, sparkling champagne and juicy strawberries

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Wear your helmets – it’s time for motorcycling!

EDITORIAL

The best way to escape heatstroke

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Test Drive

Editor in Chief: Māra Miķelsone Copy Editor: Mathilda Smith Reporters: Liene Eglīte, Gustavs Reinholds, Roberts Vikmanis

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DESIGN

On Screen

Cinema highlights of summer 2018

Designer: Vladimirs Andrejevs, Kristīne Kozaka Photographers: Aleksejs Sosnovskis

ADVERTISING

For queries regarding advertising please contact: Zigmārs Valujevs (Latvia) +371 2681 0535, zigmars.valujevs@lhm.lv or Nordicom (Estonia) +372 5666 7770, advertising@nordicom.ee

08 WHAT’S ON 20 SMART CELEBRATION 24 SMART CITY 36 SMART TOP 40 SMART FASHION 60 SMART HEALTH 62 SMART CATCH 64 SMART BOOKS 66 68 76 78 80 82 86

SMART MEN SMART BUSINESS SMART SPORT SMART ART SMART TV SMART KIDS SMARTLYNX PAGES

PUBLICATION

SmartLynx Magazine published by SIA “Lighthouse media” in cooperation with LSG Sky Chefs, Riga Airport, Marupe parish, Latvia, LV-1053 E-mail: info@lhm.lv Cover photo from Depositphotos.com

SmartLynx magazine does not warrant or assume any legal liability or responsibility for the information, product or service advertised within the magazine and does not necessarily reflect the opinion of authors.

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FOCUS:

WORLD Photos from Shutterstock & publicity photos

Tomorrowland

July 27 – 29, bOOM, belgiuM This is a music festival only a rare person will not have heard about. Almost millions of electronic dance music fans strive to make it to Tomorrowland where world-renowned DJs attend to show the best of this hypnotic music genre.

Tour De France

July 7 - 29, France Now regarded as a UCI World Tour event, this competition is one of the most prestigious and well-awaited by fans all around the world. What makes it even more exciting is that the routes change every year, yet the sceneries do not lose their magic.

And the historical finish on Champs-Elysees in Paris – well, that’s just worth living for.

La Tomatina

august 29, bunOl, spain How about engaging in the world’s biggest food fight with nothing else than a squishy red tomato? If that sounds like a plan to you, head down to Bunol for witnessing the craze of more than 100 metric tons of tomatoes being thrown around.

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Street parade

august 11, ZuricH, sWitZerlanD A party that goes all around the Lake Zurich with hundreds of thousands of people following to sing, dance and just have some fun. One of the most colourful techno and house music parades, this event will take place through a route of 2.4 kilometres in length.

Art Basel

June 14 - 17, basel, sWitZerlanD Messe Basel is a significant Swiss exhibition site where one will also find a grand hall, designed by Herzog & de Meuron of Basel. The show will mesmerize its guest by the vast variety of sectors the artworks will be divided into: Galleries will open up the world of Modern and contemporary works.

Feature projects will represent the established and historical artists.

Statements will be the platform for emerging artists, eligible to receive the prestigious Baloise Art Prize.

Edition will provide an opportunity to see some rare and unseen publications.

Unlimited will “transcend the classical art-show stand”, providing various works and performances.

Parcours will broaden its borders by locating the works and performances all around the city’s neighbourhoods.

Films will be of interest to those who are keen to know more about the art of film, as well as today’s media in the world.

Magazines will display a diverse selection of magazines by art publications all around the world.

Conversations will engage speakers of various fields to discuss the global contemporary art world.

Hajj

august 19 – 24, Mecca, sauDi arabia For those who strive for a fresh cultural breeze, we suggest witnessing the magnificent view if Muslim pilgrimage to Mecca – Hajj. The holy journey is considered as a must for each true Muslim, and should always be carried out during the last month of the Islamic year, known as the month of Dhu al-Hijja.

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Football World Cup

June 14 – July 15, MOscOW, russia This will be the 21st FIFA World Cup, and the first World Cup held in Europe since the 2006 tournament in Germany. In numbers: 32 national teams – 64 matches – 12 venues – 11 cities. No more to add to that!

San Vino wine fight

June 28 – 30, HarO, spain This time the wine is not for drinking, rather for fighting. Yes, thousands of people gather to shoot red wine at each other all the ways possible – water guns, sprayers, buckets and anything else that will contain the beverage.

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BALTICS Positivus Festival

July 20 – 22, salacgrĪVa, latVia Each year the festival grows more popularity that has spread all around the world. And it is not only because of the musical selections (which are pretty impressive by the way – The Prodigy, Tove Lo, Years & Years, and so many more). It is also the beautiful surroundings divided into 2 most beautiful places of nature – the sea and forest, all the while enjoying amazing musical performances.

Weekend Festival Baltic

august 16 – 18, pÄrnu, estOnia Estonia can be proud of hosting the largest and most recognized electronic dance music events in the Nordic countries. In the beautiful Pärnu beach one can dance to some of the hottest artists of music industry. Here are some names you will not want to miss – Afrojack, David Guetta, Kygo, Alan Walker, Axwell/\Ingrosso…need more? Then go and see!

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Latvian Song and Dance Celebration

June 30 – July 7, riga, latVia Not only is this celebration unmissable for its appearance only once in every 5 years, but also because this particular event collides with the Latvian Centenary. In the words of organizers themselves – “The Song and Dance Celebration is the greatest cultural masterpiece of the Latvian people, and has withstood the test of time. The Celebration has become an event of national and international importance, bringing together people of different generations and nationalities, and uniting Latvians throughout the world.”

Saaremaa Opera Days

July 19 – 28, saare MaaKOnD, estOnia For those who would rather enjoy a music festival of more class, an enchanting event can be visited during the very best heat of summer season. In a courtyard of a 13thcentury bishop’s castle a spectacular opera house will be erected, accommodating up to 2000 people in total. And the guest of the Opera Days 2018 – German Opera Theatre Krefeld Mönchengladbach, performing the classics by Wagner, Verdi, Puccini and many more.

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Trakai fanfare week

July 30 – august 5, traKai, litHuania The fans of brass bands gather in one of the most scenic towns of Lithuania to enjoy magical days and nights of mesmerizing musical performances. Apart from the concerts, this festival also stands out with its academic activities, such as brass, percussion and fanfare orchestra’s masterclasses that are led by some of the leading representatives of this music industry.

Lithuanian Statehood day

July 6, Vilnius, litHuania Also referred to the Coronation of King Mindaugas, this holidays commemorates the founder of Lithuania – Duke Mindaugas, the first Grand Duke, as well as the first and only King of Lithuania. What to expect during the celebration? All one can imagine - demonstrations, craft exhibitions, parades of traditional costumes, music and dance.

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Tunisia smart destination

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EXPLORE

TUNISIA

To get the full sense of the culture and historical impression of Tunisia, be sure to visit as much of the country’s territories as possible. Here we provide some of the hot spots of Tunisia’s cities of Tunis, Mahdia and Djerba.

Words by Māra Miķelsone

Photos from Depositphotos & publicity photos

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SHORTLY ON TUNISIA

The wonder that is Tunisia is located in Northwest Africa, surrounded by the eastern end of the Atlas Mountains, northern borders of the Sahara desert, and stretching right along Mediterranean Sea coastline. Main foundations for Tunisian culture are the periods of Ottoman and French rules, which would partly explain the rich mix of Arab souks and mosques with modern-style office buildings in the capital Tunis. Nevertheless, Tunisia has also witnessed waves of many other cultures by the Jew, Roman, Vandal and even Spanish settlers.

ANCIENT SETTLING

It is rumoured in a legend that Dido, a princess of Tyre, was the very first outsider to settle in the native Tunisian tribes, as she founded the city of Carthage in the 9th century. Although the city developed into quite a strong and prominent location, it was still fought in wars and won over by Rome in the 2nd century. In the 7th century came the Arab conquerors who managed to convert the natives, called Berbers, to Islam. All of the area was ruled by a string of dynasties right up until the 19th century, when the French colonial rule took over.

Tunisia gained its independence only quite recently – in 1956.

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FOUR-PARTED

It is usually considered that the territory of Tunisia is divided into 4 regions because of its natural diversity. There is the north region, the semiarid central region, eastcentral coastal region and the desert south region. The central and southern regions are mainly inhabited by native people who prefer to live by a seminomadic approach to life. However the north and east parts of the country are inhabited by quite a mix and density of population. Moreover, Tunisian city populations have expanded quite rapidly since the beginning of this century, and it is calculated that at least two thirds of Tunisians live in the cities. And Tunis alone accommodates for almost one tenth of Tunisia’s population.

ARTS AND CRAFTS

When talking about the art of painting, it is considered that the birth of it is strongly connected to the School of Tunis which was founded in 1949 by a group of talented artists from Tunisia, bringing together French, Muslims, Christians and Jews. The literature part of Tunisian culture is usually divided into two main categories – Arabic and French.

Arabic literature roots in the 7th century, however the French literature was introduced only around the 19th century. In terms of music, Tunisia experienced activity in the beginning of the 20th century with liturgical repertoire that was associated with some religious brotherhoods. | Summer 2018

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EXPLORE TUNISIA To get the full sense of the culture and historical impression of Tunisia, be sure to visit as much of the country’s territories as possible. Here we provide some of the hot spots of Tunisia’s cities of Tunis, Mahdia and Djerba.

TUNIS

Medina is considered as a national treasure, full of ancient streets and alleys where one will meet and greet the very essence of Tunisia. Along with the many markets and cafes, historic palaces and mosques have also made their way into the Medina of Tunis.

Bardo Museum is a must-see for everyone, as this is considered the very best museum of the whole country. It will provide quite a detailed and intriguing view into the ancient North African life, all the while introducing the visitors to a magnificent traditional interiors of the buildings.

Carthage is located just northeast of Tunis, opening up a view to a city that once was.

The ruins of this once powerful city are scattered across quite a large area, yet still including such elements as Roman baths, basilicas and a few houses.

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DJERBA MAHDIA

Although quite small in size, the Musée de Mahdia is considered as quite an excellent destination for any tourist, providing such treats as expansive mosaics, 3rd-century marble statues and even ancient oil lamps.

For the ones that are getting too tired of the architectural, cultural and historical aspect of Tunisia, try a bit of relaxing at the beautiful Mahdia Main Beach.

Skifa El Kahla is a massive gate that is the sole survivor of the city of Fatimid, providing an imaginative look into what the city once was and what it could have been.

El Ghriba is considered the most significant synagogue on the island of Djerba, just as well the oldest in whole North Africa.

Although being blank from the outside, the interior of the building glows in blue tiles and dark wooden furniture.

For a more modern look on the city, as well as country itself, try visiting the Museum of Popular Arts & Traditions, getting a look at collections of traditional and modern pottery, jewellery and even clothing.

Explorer types are offered a fantastic experience in Cave d’Ali Berbere – a cave that is supported by stone arches that date back to the Roman times. | Summer 2018

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FINE DINING Not to get too confused when deciding upon dinner after a long day out, here are some recommendations that might help you with some fine dining in Tunisia: • Le Petit Mousse in Bizerta providing quite • El Ferida in Djerba in the style of oriental • Dar El Jeld in Tunis – a gourmet a view on the Sea all the while preparing setting with a wide selection of Tunisian restaurant offering traditional Tunisian some traditional oysters of Bizerte cuisine cuisine • The Good Old Days in Sidi Bou Said – a • Resto of Dido in Carthage overlooking • Dar Zarrouk in Sidi Bou Said overlooking luxurious setting offering some wellthe magnificent Bay of Tunis with an open marina and offering some luxury gourmet refined delicacies kitchen and original cooking process food • Dar Dhiafa in Djerba with the full magic of • The Pirate in Monastir surrounding the • Dar Hamouda Pacha in Tunis – a gastronomy and seafood visitors with actual pirates serving some museum-like restaurant with refined and fine treasures exceptional cuisine

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Tunisia

FACTS

• Tunisia’s name is derived from its capital city Tunis which is located on its northeast coast.

• Tunisia is considered to be the only full democracy in the Arab World.

• The population of Tunisia mainly consists of Arab Berber.

• During the ancient times Tunisia was mainly inhabited by Berbers.

• Tunisia is the smallest country in Northwestern Africa.

• Border countries of Tunisia are Algeria to the west and Libya to the southeast.

• Tunisia holds one of the world’s premier areas of oil cultivation – the Sahel.

• Tunisia has only had two presidents.

• Some of the most popular movies shot in Tunisia are Star Wars, Jesus of Nazareth, The English Patient and Raiders of the Lost Ark. • When visiting the south of Tunisia, be careful of scorpions as they really are all over the place.

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VOCABULARY FLASHCARDS: STANDARD ARABIC

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Hello How are you?

What’s your name?

My name is…

How much is this?

Thank you Where’s the toilet?

Please speak more slowly Yes No Excuse me Sorry Do you speak English?

Bus Police station No, thank you I don’t understand Airport It costs too much Good morning Good afternoon Good evening Good night Have a nice day Goodbye

Ahlan Male: Izayyak Female: Izayyik Male: Ismak ey?

Female: Ismik ey?

Ismi…

Bikam da?

Shukran El-ḥammam fain?

Mumkin titkallim bilrraha Aiwa La Low samahkt Assif Male: Bititkalim Englizee Female: Bititkalimy Englizee?

Mawif el otobis El bolis La’a Shukran Ana mish fahim Matar Da ghali awi Ṣaba il kẖayr Misa’ il khayr Misa’ il khayr Tiṣbaḥ ‘ala khayr Youm sa’eed Ma’is salama

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THROUGH THE GATES OF

CENTENARY:

ESTONIA AND

LATVIA Words by Liene Eglīte

Photos from Depositphotos, www.lv100.lv, www.ev100.ee

Oh, what a time for Baltic residents to live in. 2018 marks an important milestone for Latvian and Estonian citizens, as after non-imaginable difficulties, challenges and years of suffering, the two countries have managed to finally celebrate the long-awaited Centennials. The whole year of 2018 is full of events, performances and other activities celebrating the different aspects of countries stepping over the 100-year line, and as any other celebration of such kind should have – one major highlight of the celebration. What does it mean to Estonians and Latvians, and more importantly – how did the road to 100 years of existence came to be? Read up and find out!

Information source: www.lv100.lv

History of Estonia through Periods

Ancient Settlers It was right after the end of European Ice Age when the first Estonians settled along the Baltic Coast, some time in 9000 B.C. Until 800 A.D. Estonians managed to form traditional villages and certain societies, many of which are still inhabited nowadays. One of the most interesting developments in these Estonian societies was the tradition of folk songs, hence Estonians owning one of the biggest collections of folk songs in the world. This cultural phenomenon can still be grasped on the island of Kihnu and the Setu border region of Estonia. And just like for many neighbouring tribes and developing nations, Estonian people praised nature and 20

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History of Latvia through Periods

Early Settlers It is believed that the earliest people settling in Latvia were hunters and gatherers, arriving right after the last known Ice Age in Europe.

However, the true ancestors of Latvians were the Baltic tribes who resided in the territory around 2000 B.C. The 12th century saw the end of Latvian pagans, as during the time the takeover of Christianity developed. This is what Latvians now know as the Crusade Wars, where German crusaders arrived to the territory to convert Latvian pagans to Christianity by force. After that, the German crusaders were commanded by the Bishop Albert Buxhoevedn to sail into the Gulf of Riga, landing and settling on the site of Riga and establishing it as the | Summer 2018

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its elements as the main fundaments of Estonian ideology, religion, way of living and many others.

Vikings Somewhere between 800 and 1200 A.D. was the period when the calm Estonian settlers were raided by the Baltic Vikings. Therefore the inhabitants of Estonia’s largest island known as Saaremaa formed quite a massive naval force for themselves, largely popular by quite daredevil’s moves – Estonians kidnapped the Norwegian Queen Astrid and her son and future King. Then, at the beginning of 12th century they also moved on to destroy the then-capital of Sweden – Sigtuna. From these and other raids Saaremaa is rich of Estonian Viking treasures even nowadays.

Medieval Times After the harsh Viking era, Estonians were rapidly taken over by Christian crowds and subsequently converted to Christianity. It was also the time when Germans gained huge influence over Estonians for the next 700 years, and the territory known as Estonia and Latvia became the Medieval Livonia. At the very same time, Estonia’s main towns Tallinn, Tartu, Pärnu and Viljandi were official members of the Hanseatic League – a commercial and defensive confederation of merchant guilds and their market towns, dominating the Baltic maritime trade along Northern Europe. Soon after, the country and its thriving economy was noted by neighbouring kingdoms which strived to expand their geographic borders. Thus, Estonia became to be governed by the king of Denmark, Sweden and the Russian tsar.

Modern Times Since 1918, the Republic of Estonia has been an independent state, yet such status was interrupted by the Soviet occupation and the World War II, lasting for half a century. After that, Estonia restored its independence in 1991.

The Story of Independence

Estonians got their chance to exact their right to self-determination and establish a state of their own on February 24, 1918. On February 19, 1918 the Council of Elders of the Provincial Assembly formed the Estonian Salvation Committee which in turn drafted the “Manifesto to the Peoples of Estonia” declaring Estonia an independent republic. German troops reached Tallinn the following day, and it was only when The World War I ended that Estonia was relieved of the German occupation. It was only on April 23, 1919 when the birth of the Riigikogu, Estonia’s Parliament was witnessed.

The final armistice of the War of Independence, which started on November 28, 1918, took effect on January 3, 1920, and on February 2, the Tartu Peace Treaty was signed. After the conclusion of this treaty, Estonia had become a full-fledged state, recognized de jure by the international community as well.

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Capital of Latvia. The German-formed Brotherhood of the Sword now called the whole Baltic Region as Livonia, thus also making Germans as the feudal ruling class in Latvia.

Invasions In 1588 Latvia suffered quite a disaster when the powerful Russia was on its way to find an access to the sea, therefore invading Latvia. It created the Livonian Wars which lasted until 1583. During the very same time, Poles managed to invade Latvia from the South regions, conquering Latgale region and ruling the area until the late 18th century. And if that was not enough, in 1621 the Swedes conquered Riga and Northeast Latvia, holding the region until they fought the Great Northern War against Russia in (1700 – 1721). The Russians managed to re-capture Riga in 1710 and all Swedish territory in Latvia came under Russian control. At the end of the 18th century Russia, Prussia and Austria divided up Poland between them and as a result the Polish owned parts of Latvia came under Russian control. From then on all of Latvia was ruled by Russia.

Starting from the 19th Century During 19th century nationalism among Latvians revived, and waves of demonstrations of Latvian nationalists started to make their way all over Latvia and Russia. As 1918 witnessed the collapse of Russia, Latvia was taken over by Germans. And that was the time when Latvians saw the opportunity for independence and managed the Germans to surrender themselves in November, 1918. However, the German troops were still left in Latvia and Communist Russians had no intention to leave Latvia as well, so Russians held parts of southeastern Latvia. When in 1939 the Nazis and Communists agreed to divide Eastern Europe between them, Latvia was assigned to the Soviet Union. Yet World War II followed when Germans managed to regain the control of Latvia, only to lose it after Germany being defeated in the War. Many tragic events happened during this time, but in August 1991, the Communist tyranny in the country collapsed and Latvia was finally recognized for its independence yet again.

The Story of Independence

In March 1917 a conference was held where it was first officially manifested that Latvia, same as other nations, owns the right of selfdetermination. In November of the same year and official document was issued, declaring that Latvia is an autonomous nation =. And a year later – on November 18, 1918 – the Republic of Latvia was proclaimed. However not the Soviet Union nor Germany agreed to the decision, therefore our ancestors fought for our country for almost 2 years. It was the first time when our country was protected by a newly-established Latvian army. The road to a worldly-recognized independence was long and hard, yet we made it. And now, on November 18, 2018, Latvians are proud to be celebrating the centenary of the Republic of Latvia. | Summer 2018

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Highlight Event of Centenary XXVI Latvian Song and XVI Dance Celebration June 30 – July 8

Highlight Event of Centenary Estonia 100 Great Summer Week August 18 – 25 “During the year of the Republic of Estonia’s centenary, the Day of Restoration of Independence will be celebrated with a Great Summer Week, bringing together the people of Estonia and their friends to major public events. This is the right time to come and take part in Estonia 100 celebrations.”

The Estonia 100 Great Summer Week begins with the first Estonian poetry celebration in Rakvere, and concludes on the eve of August 25 with the Night of Ancient Bonfires all over the country. The mustattend event during this week is the joint singing event “The Power of Song” on August 19. Watch as Estonians and friends from all over the world join for a magnificent spectacle of singing the most beloved Estonian songs. To not miss the full experience of the wellawaited Summer Week, here is a schedule to live by: The First Estonian Poetry Celebration August 17 – 18, Rakvere Tour D’öö Estonian Cycling Festival August 17 – 26, Nationwide Nature Hikes August 19 – 25, RMK hiking trails The Global Joint Singing Event “The Power Of Song” August 19, Tallinn Song Festival Grounds Concert Tour of The Police And Border Guard Board Orchestra “Along The Border” August 19 – 26, Along Estonia’s Borders The Day of Restoration of Estonia’s Independence, Dance Party “100-Year-Old Night” August 20, Pärnu Opening Of The Revitalised City Centre Of Valga/Valka August 22, Valga Opening of the Memorial to Victims of Communism August 23, Maarjamäe The Night of Ancient Bonfires and Estonian National Symphony Orchestra (ERSO) concerts August 25, Naissaar Island and Kakumäe Harbour Estonia’s Longest Food Festival August 25 – 26, Along Lake Peipsi Summer 2018 |

“Today is a big day for song ... Fanfares will play! And the flags of the Song and Dance Celebrations of 1873 and 2018 will fly, divided and united by 145 years. But the feelings are unchanging-pride in our people, our country, our traditions. Even through the most difficult periods of history, the Latvian people have come together, united in our joy of music, song, and dance. The Song and Dance Celebration - an unforgettable amateur artistic phenomenon with a century-anda-half old tradition.”

The Song and Dance Celebration is the greatest cultural masterpiece of the Latvian people that withstood the test of time, bringing together Latvians of different generations and locations. From the first Celebration in 1873 with only 1000 participants, the event has evolved to more powerful numbers every 5 years of its happening – around 12 000 singers, 17 000 dancers, thousands of musicians, masters of folk arts and folklore and amateur theatre ensembles are currently preparing to participate in the XXVI Song and XVI Dance Celebration. The massive event has also been recognised internationally, as in 2003 the Song and Dance Celebration was included in UNESCO’s list of Masterpieces of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity. What to expect from one of the most impressive and nationally significant Song and Dance Festival? Follow up with this list of must-attend events during the festive week: Choir Competition Finals “Battle of the Songs” June 30, University of Latvia Great Hall Song and Dance Celebration Flag Ceremony, July 1, Riga Latvian Society House Opening Event: Celebration Procession July 1, Freedom Street Celebration Square, Skonto Stadium Dance Concert “Another Hundred Years of Dance” July 2, Arena Riga Musical “The Firebird” July 3, VEF Culture Palace Folk Music Concert “All My Fair Songs” July 3, Palladium Concert Hall Vocal Ensemble Sacred Music Concert “Close to You” July, 4, St. John’s Church in Riga Latvian Traditional Costume Show July 5, Palladium Concert Hall Great Dance Concert “Mara’s Country” Dress Rehearsal July 5, Daugava Stadium Children`s Vocal Ensembles Concert “The Wolf has Such Spirit” July 6, Dailes Theatre Great Hall Great Dance Concerts “Mara’s Country” July 6 – 7, Daugava Stadium Closing Concert “Following The Starry Path” Dress Rehearsal July 7, Mežaparks Open-air Stage Closing Concert “Following The Starry Path” July 8, Mežaparks Open-air Stage 23

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THE PEARL OF

MONTENEGRO Considered as one of the most pleasant stops while cruising around the Bay of Kotor, Tivat really unveils an outstanding splendour for everyone to see. Mostly having gained its popularity for one of the most luxurious marinas in the world, this city of Montenegro has a lot to offer to its visitors.

Words by Liene Eglīte Photos from Depositphotos

BEAR IN MIND!

• The currency of Montenegro is Euro.

• Language mainly spoken in the country is Montenegrin.

• “Bike Tivat” is a tourist-oriented company that offers four docking stations to explore the town best way possible – by cycling.

• Tap water can be consumed, however bottled water is offered quite cheap as well.

• Tivat Airport is located just 3 kilometres outside the town.

• The main street of Tivat, where most necessities can be found, is Ulica Palih Boraca.

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Strut around the Yachts of Porto Montenegro

Paddle from Tivat to Kotor

Hide away in Dobreč Beach

The beauty of this beach is that it is only accessible by boat, therefore providing quite a “castaway” experience. The spectacular beach offers a seafood restaurant, café and water sport classes. One might say that Dobreč Beach really is appealing to all tourist types.

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If you feel confident enough on a standup-paddle board, also known as a simple SUP, then be sure to grasp the opportunity to paddle amongst magnificent views Montenegro has to offer. Enjoy a relaxing paddle around St. Marko Island, continuing down to the Island of Flowers and then right to the Solila Nature Reserve. Other than that you will have the chance to encounter some beautiful nature treasures in forms of plants and birds you will have not seen before.

Located in the former Arsenal shipyard and naval base, this complex is a now-realized vision of a Canadian businessman Peter Munk. The location now accommodates upmarket residency buildings, fancy boutiques, refined restaurants, chic cafes and most importantly – it is a full-service marina of luxury boats and yachts. The development of Porto Montenegro has created a brand new vibrant community of the city of Tivat where everyone now strive to spend their time at. And it is not only the amenities that draw people, especially tourists, to this location. It is the fact that it lies on a UNESCO World Heritage Site – the Bay of Kotor, the largest natural harbour in the Eastern Mediterranean. “Yachts are getting bigger and bigger and people are complaining that they can’t find proper berths for them. That’s no problem in Tivat.

It used to cater to warships.” Peter Munk, Chief Investor, Porto Montenegro.

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Smell the Flowers at the Big City Park

Have a Summer Party at Lastva

Right near Tivat there is a place called Gornja Lastva where festivities of Lastva are organized each summer, usually in the first Saturday of August. Full of diverse cultural and artistic programs, this celebration gathers both locals and tourists to introduce them to such traditional folk dances as Lastva and Skaljari, as well as songs performed in a traditional way of singing, called the songs of clappers. Other than that, art exhibitions and manifestations by Tivat artists are also offered for enjoyment.

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Relax in the Summer House Buca

This special summer house dates back to the 17th century when it belonged to a once-famous Kotor noble family named Buca. They created a spectacular complex of 5 facilities – residential house, economy house, church, chapel and entrance porch.

What was then just a casual cottage house is now a restored gallery with space for summer concerts, art exhibitions and other cultural events. And top it all off, the original architecture of white stone finish has been preserved to emphasize the building’s historical value.

Also known as the Town Park or the Green Oasis, this park was initially developed on the grounds of the famous Tivat noble families – Radali and Lukovic. The park is supposed to own the biggest botanical garden in the South Adriatic region, and is better known as the Navy Park. The story tells that in 1982, the War Navy of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy – Admiral von Sternek – decided to cultivate the former military shipbuilding surroundings with flowers, so he ordered all the captains of the Austro-Hungarian navy to bring all possible specimens of plants from their travels. And now we have a chance to see what exotics herbs and plants were brought during the 19th century, by having a stroll down the park. | Summer 2018

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HOTSPOT AT

WIMBLEDON The very first Wimbledon Tennis Championship was organized in 1877 by the All England Croquet Club in Wimbledon, London, and only a few will know that it was initially created as a way to raise money for broken equipment at the private club. Who would have thought that such a humble beginning would turn into one of the most luxurious and respected tournaments of the whole world?

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THE ALL ENGLAND LAWN TENNIS AND CROQUET CLUB

The Beginning

The beginnings of Wimbledon were signed off with just 22 players who introduced the Gentlemen’s Singles at the very first tournament, and spectators paid a now-hilarious entrance fee of one shilling to watch the final match. The first Championship was won by Spencer Gore who was an old Harrovian rackets player.

Spencer Gore Continuing the championship’s development, a lot of new aspects were introduced. One of the most significant was introducing Ladies’ Singles along with Gentlemen’s Doubles competitions in 1884, thus opening a path to female athletes to shine. In the new Ladies Singles the total of 13 participants played, and Maud Watson became the very first female champion of Wimbledon games. Considering the growing popularity of the newly-introduced tennis championship, the All England Croquet Club changed its name to the All England Tennis & Croquet Club in 1899.

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May Sutton 1905 not only saw its very first international Ladies’ Singles champion – May Sutton, but also drew a record time at the Wimbledon Men’s Doubles, the title of the champions of which received brothers Laurie and Reggie Doherty, both born right there in Wimbledon. And the very first international champion of Men’s Singles was witnessed in 1907 – Australian player Norman Brookes.

In 1913 – the list of competitions grew with Ladies’ Doubles and Mixed Doubles. In 1920 building works on the new Wimbledon Championships location site in Church Road were started, and two years later the Club moved to the present site, with the capacity of 14 000 people.

Just like so many traditional events throughout the world, Wimbledon also had the unfortunate luck to be put on hold because of the World War II. It was in 1946 when the Championships re-opened for further tennis games.

It was only in 1967 when Wimbledon made its way to the colour television, first broadcasted on BBC network. And ten years forward, the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum was opened to the public, thus increasing the potential audience of the championship even furthermore.

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Wimbledon Fashion

During the 19th century, the commonly accepted dress-code for the players was a plain white long-sleeved shirt and trousers for men, and a full-length corseted with dress and a hat for women. It was only around the 1920’s when fresh innovations in clothing were introduced, especially for women. Such as shorter skirts, shorts and even sleeveless tops were some of the new design solutions that made their way into the competition, creating a whole different ease of movement during the matches, and showing off more of individual personalities amongst the players.

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Traditions

• The obligatory strawberries and cream are considered as the main food source for each Wimbledon tournament.

• The traditional colours of Wimbledon are dark green and purple, yet all tennis players are required to wear all-white clothing.

• Earlier players were obliged to bow or curtsy for any members of the royal family, seated in the specially-devoted Royal Box. However, 2003 saw the changes to that, now only requiring the players to bow or curtsy only if His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales or Her Majesty the Queen is present at the games.

• Since 2009, all Men and Women competitions are referred to as “Gentlemen’s” and “Ladies”.

• Ball boys and ball girls are now chosen from schools in the London boroughs of Merton, Sutton, Kingston, Wandsworth and Surrey. Prior to this, the schools from which the children were drawn from were only limited to the Shaftesbury Children’s Home.

Prizes

For the first 5 years of the competition winners were presented with the traditional Wimbledon trophies, after which the All England Club decided to change up the trophy game – future trophies were no longer becoming the property of the champions, instead granting the winners with replicas of the trophy whilst the originals were located in the Wimbledon Museum. And it was not until 1968 when the trophies were supplemented with prize money as well.

Moreover, it was only in 2007 when an equal amount of prize money was awarded to both male and female champions.

Champions of the Men’s Singles receive trophies in form of a silver gilt cup that is engraved with “The All England Lawn Tennis Club Single Handed Champion of the World” and additionally – inscribed with the name of the winner, starting from the very beginning of the year 1877. However, in 2009 there was no more room for further winners to be inscribed in, so an addition of a black plinth garnished with a silver band was made to make room for the names of future champions.

In turn, women champions of the Ladies’ Singles receive a sterling silver salver, also recognized as the “Rosewater Dish”, first introduced in 1886. And for each of the Doubles’ tournaments a silver challenge cup is handed to the winners.

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SCHEDULE FOR WIMBLEDON 2018/JULY 2 Mon

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First Round Matches Second Round Matches Boys’ And Girls’ Championships

Third Round Matches Fourth Round Matches Finals

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Men’s And Ladies’ Over 35s And Over 45s Championships

LATVIA IN WIMBLEDON 2018 Ernests Gulbis

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Jelena Ostapenko

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Anastasija Sevastova

Ladies’ Singles Ladies’ Doubles

Daniela Vismane

Girls’ Singles Girls’ Doubles

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Anett Kontaveit

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WIMBLEFACTS 1

Of the 4 major annual tennis tournaments known as the ‘Grand Slams’, Wimbledon is the only one to still be played on grass, which is where the name lawn tennis originated. Grass is also the surface which provides the fastest game of tennis. Of the other three, the Australian Open and the US Open are both played on hard courts and the French Open is played on clay.

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The past winner with most titles from Wimbledon and the Wimbledon Tennis Champion with 9 titles from ladies Single is Martina Navratilova. Wiliam Renshaw and Pete Sampras are Wimbledon’s past winners for the most men’s singles titles with 7 titles each.

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Though properly called “The Championships,

Wimbledon”, depending on sources the event is also known as “The All England Lawn Tennis Championships”, “The Wimbledon Championships” or simply “Wimbledon”. From 1912 to 1924, the tournament was recognized by the International Lawn Tennis Federation as the “World Grass Court Championships”.

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Wimbledon was contested by top-ranked amateur players, professional players were prohibited from participating.

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Words by Liene Eglīte Photos from Depositphotos

With more music festivals appearing around the world, it seems harder and harder to find the ones you want to visit. Of course, the dream would be to attend all of them, yet there are some limitations.

Therefore see the guide of this summer season’s music festivals all around Europe, basing your decision on some of the huge names you would like to hear.

Colours of Ostrava

lOcatiOn: OstraVa, cZecH republic Date: July 18 – 21 Names: N.E.R.D., Jessie J, Kygo, London Grammar, Joss Stone, George Ezra, Future Islands, GusGus, Nick Mulvey, Grace Jones…

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Cactus Festival

lOcatiOn: bruges, belgiuM Date: July 13 – 15 Names: Charlotte Gainsbourg, Goldfrapp, Buffalo Tom, Lamb, Arsenal, Nils Frahm, Slowdive, Sampha… | Summer 2018

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NOS Primavera Sound

lOcatiOn: pOrtO, pOrtugal Date: June 7 – 9 Names: Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Lorde, Asap Rocky, Jamie XX, Fever Ray, John Misty, The Creator, Arca, Father John Misty…

Roskilde Festival

lOcatiOn: rOsKilDe, DenMarK Date: June 30 – July 7 Names: Eminem, Bruno Mars, Gorillaz, Massive Attack, Nine Inch Nails, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, Nephew…

Sziget Festival

lOcatiOn: buDapest, Hungary Date: august 8 – 15 Names: Arctic Monkeys, Gorillaz, Kygo, Lana Del Rey, Kendrick Lamar, Dua Lipa, Mumsford & Sons, Shawn Mendes, Bastille…

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Soundwave Festival

lOcatiOn: tisnO, crOatia Date: July 26 – 30 Names: Catching Flies, Boston, Lou Ellis, Josh Grooves, Mr Scruff, Romare, Loyle Carner, Calibre, Rhi, Alexander Nut…

Rock in Roma

lOcatiOn: rOMe, italy Date: June 20 – July 19 Names: The Killers, Jeff Beck, Parkway Drive, Megadeath, Macklemore, Hollywood Vampires, Roger Waters, The Chemical Brothers…

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Bout du Monde Festival

lOcatiOn: crOZOn, France Date: august 3 – 5 Names: Rag’N’Bone Man, Labrassbanda, Goran Bregovic, Camille, Dirty Dozen Brass Band, Groundation, Grand Corps Malade…

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DARK SURVIVOR Exclusively for SmartLynx magazine

Urban culture is the culture of towns and cities.

The defining theme is the presence of a great number of very different people in a very limited space - most of them are strangers to each other.

Public Makes Image autumn/winter 2018/2019 clothing and DARK SURVIVOR shoe collection designed in the characteristic urban style: from a clear “urban theme”, which includes flashy prints, warning signs and light-reflecting images; to the urban glamour of 80s and 90s. It’s a story about city life and fight survivors in the darkness. About people from megalopolis.

Clothing: Public Makes Image Shoes: Public Makes Image Collection: Dark Survivor Autumn/Winter 2018/2019 Photo: Miks Užāns Style: Elga Homitska Stylist assistance: Lena Gurova, Eleanora Kopitina Models: Anelia Nicole, Endijs, Mārcis (STARSYSTEM Latvia), Alexa (FREYJA MODELS)

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Saule – lieliskas zāles. Zinātniski pierādīts, ka ultravioleto staru ietekmē smadzeņu šūnās izstrādājas tā saucamais laimes hormons – seratonīns, kas rada prieka un možuma sajūtu.

Atrodoties saulē (vasarā pietiek tikai ar 15 minūtēm dienā), ādā izstrādājas D vitamīns. Tas regulē minerālvielu maiņu, ir nepieciešams kauliem un zobiem, stiprina imunitāti.

Lai arī var daudz runāt par saules pozitīvo ietekmi, būtiski atcerēties, ka tā var arī kaitēt, īpaši acīm.

No kā aizsargā saulesbrilles

Ilgi atrodoties saulē, neizmantojot nekādus aizsardzības līdzekļus – saulesbrilles, platmales, cepures ar nagu, pēc kāda laika var asarot acis, tās var kļūt jutīgas pret gaismu un nepatīkami sūrstēt. Ilgstoši lūkojoties tiešos saules staros, var saskarties ar nopietnu acu tīklenes bojājumu. Saulesbrilles aizsargā acis ne tikai no kaitīgās saules staru iedarbības, bet arī no dažādiem putekļiem, ziedputekšņiem un citiem netīrumiem. Mūsdienās saulesbrilles ne tikai lieliski aizsargā no saules, bet tās ir arī stila aksesuārs, tādējādi pircējam ir iespēja izvēlēties starp neskaitāmiem variantiem.

Korekcijas saulesbrilles

Vairumam parasto saulesbriļļu iespējams ielikt tonētas redzi koriģējošas briļļu lēcas.

Saulesbrilles „ar dioptrijām“ ir lieliska izvēle tiem, kuri pastāvīgi nēsā korekcijas brilles, kā arī vada automašīnu vai pavada laiku pie dabas. Korekcijas brilles var būt dažādas: tumšas, tonējošas vai polarizētas.

Tonējošās saulesbrilles – universāluma piekritējiem ACIS AIZSARGĀ TIKAI KVALITATĪVAS BRILLES

Saulesbrilles ieteicams iegādāties optikas salonos. Ja brillēm nokrīt kāda detaļa vai tās saplīst, varēsiet brilles salabot: optikas salona darbinieki pasūtīs nepieciešamo detaļu un tās salabos. Uz kvalitatīvu saulesbriļļu kājām (parasti iekšpusē) vienmēr ir norādīts lēcu filtrs, t.i., kādu saules gaismas daudzumu brilles aiztur. Jo gaišāks, jo augstāka briļļu tumšuma pakāpe.

Atrodoties saulē, saulesbrilles ar tonējošām (fotohromām) lēcām kļūst tumšākas, savukārt, ienākot iekštelpās, tās kļūst gaišas. Šādas brilles ir ērtas cilvēkiem, kuri pastāvīgi nēsā brilles un nevēlas vienmēr pārvilkt korekcijas saulesbrilles.

Ilgu laiku „fotohromās“ lēcas bija populāras vecāku cilvēku vidū, taču šodien lēcu krāsu

izvēle kļuvusi plašāka, tādējādi tās izvēlas arī jaunieši. Jaunās tehnoloģijas ļauj apvienot spoguļlēcas un tonējošās lēcas, tās ātri kļūst tumšākas un gaišākas.

Tomēr, izvēloties tonējošās saulesbrilles, jāņem vērā, ka vairumam automašīnu priekšējie stikli ir aprīkoti ar UV staru filtru, tādējādi, braucot ar automašīnu, „fotohromais“ efekts netiek panākts, lēcas nekļūst tik tumšas un nepasargā no apžilbināšanas.

Polarizētās lēcas – maksimālai redzes skaidrībai

Gan parasto saulesbriļļu, gan arī saulesbriļļu ar dioptrijām lēcas var būt polarizētas. Šī briļļu veida priekšrocība ir tā, ka tās bloķē apkārtējās vides radītos atspīdumus, tādējādi vēl vairāk palielinot redzes asumu. Cilvēks redz kontrastainus skatus dabiskās krāsās, acis nogurst mazāk. Izmēģinot brilles ar polarizētām lēcām, bieži vien citādākas lēcas pat netiek apskatītas – pircējs novērtē redzes komfortu.

Kontaktlēcu un saulesbriļļu apvienojums

Kontaktlēcu un saulesbriļļu „kombināciju“ izvēlas tie cilvēki, kuri labprātāk lieto kontaktlēcas, nevis brilles, kā arī tie, kuri nevar lietot korekcijas saulesbrilles ar tonētām vai tonējošām briļļu lēcām specifisku un augstu redzes korekcijas prasību dēļ.

CAURSPĪDĪGI, DZINTARA VAI SĀRTAS KRĀSAS PLASTMASAS RĀMJI IR ŠĪS VASARAS „TOPĀ”.

IESPAIDĪGU, GREZNU EFEKTU RADA SUDRABA UN ZELTA KRĀSAS RĀMJI NO METĀLA. MATĒTI SAULESBRIĻĻU RĀMJI IZSKATĀS DABISKI UN PIEŠĶIR TĒLAM ELEGANCI UN MINIMĀLISMU.

Parasti saulesbriļļu lēcas iedala 5 kategorijās: brilles ar visgaišākajām lēcām tiek apzīmētas ar ciparu „0“, tās aiztur līdz 20 % saules gaismas; ar ciparu „1“ apzīmē lēcas, kas aiztur no 20 līdz 57 % saules gaismas; ar cipars „2“ apzīmētās lēcas izceļas ar spēju aizturēt 57-82 % saules gaismas, vispiemērotākās Centrālās un Austrumeiropas valstīm; cipars “3” nozīmē 82-92 % aizsardzību. Šādas brilles noderēs, atpūšoties dienvidos, pludmalē, uz ūdens vai arī būs piemērotas ļoti jutīgām acīm; ar ciparu “4” apzīmē saulesbrilles, kas aiztur no 92 līdz 97 % saules gaismas.

Visaugstākā tumšuma pakāpe aizsargā no ļoti spilgtiem saules stariem, kas atspīd no ūdens, ledus vai sniega. Ar šīm brillēm nedrīkst sēsties pie automašīnas stūres.

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Exclusively for SmartLynx magazine

Two times news for this issue – first time we have had a chance to test out not a car, but a motorcycle.

And a BMW Motorcycle, nevertheless! And to test it out – for the very first time our very own SmartLynx colleague Nikolajs Kozaks, Flight Dispatcher of SmartLynx Airlines. So join the ride and get to know more about what the brand new BMW Bagger has to offer!

Words by Māra Miķelsone Photos by Alexey Sosnovsky

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Dynamic Riding

Visual Impressions

The look of this motorcycle really is impressive, an obvious BMW design in the best way possible. What I like about this design that with just few elements, the look of it can be changed. For example, the bag on the back of the vehicle makes it look a bit less aggressive, but as soon as you take it off – the look turns to a bolder, more fearless appearance. And the so called “Angel Eyes”, quite, a typical feature for BMW vehicles, preserves a certain elegance and smoothness to the ride. Just as the rear stop lights – I must say that those have been designed pretty beautiful.

When riding the Bagger through the city, I couldn’t help but to notice the looks from people. This model is quite new and not so popular in Europe yet, so it is no wonder that people tend to stop and turn their heads to the direction this ride is going. It really is a sight for the eyes.

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When stepping onto it, you will feel relaxed and safe, especially because of its dimensions. And the best feeling of all – after just about 5 minutes of riding you feel as if you have driven the vehicle for a long time already. There are absolutely no problems when braking rapidly before the potholes and even if by accident you do wind up in one – it is hardly noticeable with this ride. And the acceleration even does not need to be mentioned – just a few seconds and you are ready for the big roads. I would also like to note that the dynamics of the vehicle do not change a lot when riding it solo or with a passenger, which sometimes might be troubling with other similar vehicles.

As any modern motorcycle would, this BMW also provides 3 riding modes – Rain, Road and Dynamic. Though when riding in the city, I did not use them as much as when riding onto a highway – then the mode switching gets interesting! This motorcycle is essentially great for long highway trips, just as well for our roads in the city. | Summer 2018

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4-stroke in-line 6-cylinder Over 200 km/h 5,7 l/100km Premium Unleaded 6-speed Cast Aluminium 3: Rain/ Road/ Cruise

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In words of the Creators

Game of Electronics

Comfort Comes First

A very important role in a good motorcycle is played by seats – and not only the driver’s, but also the rear passenger’s seats. And as we tried it out, both of them are extremely comfortable and the backrest seems to fit perfectly. And the heated seats and grips are just like a cherry on top of an ice-cream.

The front windshield is excellently positioned to protect the driver from wind, bugs, anything really. What I must note is the fact that it can adjusted. If going on highways, the windshield can be lifted up for a more comfortable and safer ride. And when riding in the city, it can be lowered even as much as almost unnoticed. So it does not bother the driver in any way.

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There are many electronic features to play with, music is loud enough to hear it even on faster speeds, seats and handles. The control panel is easy to understand, accessible and overall – everything that a car would have is also built in this ride as well. The display has the standard ride mode, gear indicator, coolant temperature, fuel level etc. One thing that I especially appreciate in motorcycles is cruise control, necessary on longer trips. And to drop some more names into this game, the ride includes Bluetooth Interface Control, Central Locking System, Gearshift Assist Pro, Keyless ride and many more functions to choose from when putting together your own BMW K 1600. The switches and buttons on the bars are something to get used of eventually. There are 11 switches on the left and 3 on the right handlebar. The audio system may be controlled with the buttons on the left fairing. So before getting on longer drives, I might suggest a quick tutorial on how to operate all of these switches.

“This bagger is made for gliding along.

Brimming with presence, the sloping line of the silhouette makes the K 1600 B low and streamlined. The Black Storm Metallic colour, combined with the various black tones, gives the Bagger its shape and makes it appear imposing and confident at the same time. The chopped windscreen and the striking rear section with LED indicators and brake lights integrated into the cases define the style. The black 6-cylinder completes the strong character and overall image. And with the standard tubular handlebars, the Bagger can be easily steered towards the horizon.

The standard dynamic ESA (Electronic Suspension Adjustment) provides optimum handling and riding dynamics. In addition, the “CRUISE” setting ensures soft damping comfort. The optional floorboards offer a relaxed foot-forward riding position. With additional options like the audio system with Satellite Radio and Bluetooth, Hill Start Control (HSC), Shift Assist Pro, Central Locking/Alarm, and additional storage compartments, you can improve your riding experience in a fully customized way. With a relaxed posture and an unmistakable presence, you are guaranteed to draw looks from your fellow riders.” | Summer 2018

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CINEMA GUIDE

FOR SUMMER 2018

“I think cinema, movies, and magic have always been closely associated. The very earliest people who made film were magicians.”

Francis Ford Coppola Words by Gustavs Reinholds Publicity photos

Ant-Man and the Wasp, July 6 Although the whole focus this year is on the brand new Avengers movie, the separate Marvel hero stories are no less significant. This summer we will see the second part of the recently-introduced Ant-Man, as now he has a sidekick to jump into another mission – Dr. Hank Pym’s daughter Hope who is also a superhero called the Wasp. Along with saving the world, some private past secrets will be revealed as well.

Director: Peyton Reed Starring: Hannah John-Kamen, Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lilly, Michelle Pfeiffer, Michael Douglas Production by: Marvel Studios

Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, June 22

The plot takes place four years after the previous incident of Jurassic World resort being destroyed by dinosaurs. However now the dinosaur species is in danger, as the island’s dormant volcano begins to wake up. And it is up to Claire and Owen to rescue the remaining creatures living on the island from the waves of lava.

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Replicas, august 24

Here is some juicy material for the sci-fi fans. The plot centres on a scientist whose family has been killed in a car accident. He is now obsessed to figure out a scientific discovery to bring his family back to life. Yet defying every natural law there is never comes without its consequences. Get ready for some mind-bending twists and surprises you will not see coming!

Director: Jeffrey Nachmanoff Starring: Alice Eve, Keanu Reeves, Thomas Middleditch Production by: Company Films, Di Bonaventura Pictures, Riverstone Pictures, Remstar Studios, Fundamental Films, Lotus Entertainment, Ocean Park Entertainment

Mission: Impossible - Fallout, July 27

Although not released as often as we would like, the Mission Impossible franchise never fails to get the viewers on the edge of their seats, no matter what the mission is. And what makes the movies even more enjoyable and interesting to watch is that the lead star of the movie – Tom Cruise – never fails to do the stunts on his own. And this will be one intense stunt-full fight against time for Ethan Hunt and his IMF team - after a mission gone wrong the danger will be high as ever.

Directors: Christopher McQuarrie Starring: Rebecca Ferguson, Tom Cruise, Henry Cavill, Simon Pegg, Alec Baldwin Production by: Bad Robot, Paramount Pictures, Skydance Media, TC Productions

Ocean’s Eight, June 8

We all know the boys-club Ocean’s 11 once hitting the screens, however now it is time for women to shine. This new masterpiece will focus on the strength and power of women. Debbie Ocean, sister of Danny Ocean, just got out of prison and is already planning the next crime – stealing the world’s most valuable diamond necklace from Daphne Kluger. Debbie recruits a team of strong women to carry out the deed, making up a whole new crew of criminal world.

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The Incredibles 2, June 15

Another well-awaited return, only this time in the form of animation. The famous superhero family has returned with whole new adventures. Only this time it is Helen who gets in the spotlight, while Bob, Violet and Dash are left home to their daily routines.

What makes it even more difficult for Bob is that he has not yet noticed baby Jack-Jack’s emerging superpowers. Oh, and there is going to be quite a villain to fight with as well, but we will leave that for you to watch in the movie.

Director: Brad Bird Starring: Samuel L. Jackson, Sophia Bush, Holly Hunter Production by: Pixar Animation Studios, Walt Disney Pictures

The Spy who Dumped Me, august 3

It is no good summer without some laughs, and this movie will make sure you will get a smile on your face. Audrey and Morgan are best friends from L.A. who are suddenly put in danger by Audrey’s ex-boyfriend. As it turns out, he is a spy who has now acquired some deadly assassins after him. Unwillingly, the girls are involved and now on the run from the assassins, all the while hatching a plan to save the world.

Director: Susanna Fogel Starring: Mila Kunis, Kate McKinnon, Sam Heughan, Justin Theroux, Gillian Anderson Production by: Imagine Entertainment, Lionsgate

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Mamma Mia: Here We Go Again, July 20

Let’s have some fun once again – with the famous songs by ABBA no one can sit still. And to see it all on the screen – well, that was already proved with the first release of Mamma Mia movie a few years ago. This time the plot continues as Sophie learns she is pregnant and tries to get through it without her mother by her side.

And to make it more interesting, Sophie’s aunts tell her all about Donna’s past which will be recreated by the lovely Lily James.

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SAFE TRAVELS!

No one really wants to think about unfortunate situations during holidays, just focusing on the culture and experiences the vacation will offer. But be advised to check off just a few of preventative measures when leaving for a travel will pay off.

We do not say that something might happen, but if it does – it is so much better to be prepared and well to come to the best and fastest solution possible when it comes to your health.

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Hiking and simple walking is the best way to keep the energy flowing. Try not to use public transportation as much and go by foot through the cities you are exploring – thus you will see so much more than from a window of a bus. And imagine how many souvenir shops you will be able to visit.

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Routine exercises should be worked out before any trip. There is usually a lot of walking when traveling abroad, including airports, so make sure to spend at least 10 minutes on some light stretching every night before bed. Your muscles will thank you!

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Key to hydration is only water. This does not just go for the southern vacations in the sun. Hydration is the key in any season, and do not think that the juices and lemonades you have consumed will somehow replace simple clean water.

Do not stress on following certain plans or schedules. Vacation is all about relaxing and trying to enjoy the days off, instead of starting to worry about such trivial things as being late to a tour bus or the restaurant being out of your favourite pasta dish.

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Exceptional demands in choice of personnel First aid kit should be found in all travel bags. Take it with you at all times, even if you are just going shopping or to have a dinner. When in foreign countries and some unfortunate accidents happen, it can be very confusing in a foreign country to find even the simplest thing such as band aid when in stress.

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Protect your skin from sun wherever you are planning to go. A trip to a museum might as easily be turned into a beach day so make sure to put on some sunscreen before leaving hotel and better yet – just put it in your bag with you.

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START

YOUR SUMMER

FRESH

Although freshly-squeezed juice can be accessed at any time of the year, it has been widely observed that summer is the peak of the season when it comes to people choosing fresh juice instead of other forms of beverages, such as lemonades, wine seltzers or mixed drinks that contain just a concentration of certain fruit.

Therefore, we would like you to meet with some of the most respected fruit that have made their way on top of the juicesqueezing list and add them to your daily juice cleanse.

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Apple

Apart from possessing natural teeth-cleaning features, apples also contain antioxidants that lower the chance of developing such diseases as diabetes and asthma. And an apple a day really does keep the doctor away, as it reduces risks of high blood pressure or cholesterol. Just remember – the most amounts of vitamins live in the skin of the apple so do not peel it.

Blackberry

The intense purple colour of these berries saturates anthocyanin – an antioxidant that reduces risks of cancer or strokes. They also provide a large amount of vitamin C, vitamin K and manganese.

Blueberry

The activity of antioxidants in blueberries is one of the highest among any other fruit in the world, providing such treats as vitamin C, manganese and dietary fibre. They are also known to lower the risk of developing age-related diseases, such as Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s.

Cantaloupe

The highest concentrated antioxidant in this fruit is beta carotene that reduces the risk of developing cataracts. It’s also known as a great provider of smoother and youngerlooking skin, as well as vitamin C that significantly boosts cell reproduction.

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Cherry

The red-coloured treats one usually finds in the neighbourhood trees help reduce inflammation and ease such pains as arthritis or gout. They also are great for those who are striving to lose some weight or possess a higher level of cholesterol.

Grapefruit

Capacitating a great number of lycopene and flavonoids, grapefruit protects the body from certain types of cancer, as well as boosts the supply of pectin which lowers cholesterol levels. And not to mention the daily dose of vitamin c it provides when feeling a bit under the weather.

Mango

The highest ranking antioxidants in this exotic fruit are lutein and zeaxanthin that protect vision and reduce age-related macular degeneration. Also, the high levels of beta carotene ensure the body’s ability to convert it into vitamin A, thus promoting bone growth and healthy immune system.

Orange

It takes just one orange to reach the recommended daily intake of vitamin C, so important for one’s immune system. It is also advised for pregnant women to consume the fruit often, as it helps preventing neural tube defects in infants. Keep in mind the white part of the orange we usually try to get rid of contains nearly the same amount of vitamin C as the core flesh of the fruit.

Peach

One of the greatest traits of peaches is an excellent regulation of the immune system, and it is also great for fighting off unwanted infections. The high amounts of potassium minerals boost nerve and muscle health.

Strawberry

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If you start to get a bit bored of plain fruit juice, try an incredible wonder that is smoothie. It does contain basically the same products as a squeezed juice, but the consistence of it is much thicker as it is pureed raw fruit. And what gives it the creamy and nourishing taste is cream, yogurt or milk added to the mixture. Here are some simple fruit combinations to blend together that will help in different situations of your daily life.

Feeling under the weather

After a crazy night-out

Getting ready for a workout

When the sleep fairy just does not appear

Almond Cantaloupe Mango Milk

Strawberries Banana Yogurt Milk

Recovering after a workout Peanut butter Banana Yogurt Cinnamon

Losing some weight Chia seeds Banana Raspberries Milk

Boosting energy Lime Pear Spinach Ginger

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Ginger Almond milk Pomegranate juice Banana

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Sesame seeds Almond milk Cherries Banana

When stomach starts to act out Flaxseed Ginger Peaches Yogurt

For a smoother skin Flaxseed Avocado Strawberries Blueberries Yogurt

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MIRACULOUS

HINDU TREASURE

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YOGA

Not so long ago yoga seemed as a strange concept to the Western society, yet fast enough it integrated in our culture with its incredible ability to harmonize between the physical and peace-of-mind exercising. And now we are granted with the opportunity to find the most suitable yoga style to our own lifestyle among so many offered. Here are some of the most popular yoga styles according to the wellrespected “Yoga Journal” of 40 years.

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Hatha yoga

Hatha yoga is probably the best to start out with for the beginners, as it is usually slower than any other yoga styles. It is based on more of a physical practice, including many physical postures intertwined with breathing.

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Iyengar yoga

This style is more for precise and very thorough movements all the while exercising the right breathing. The precise postures are held and perfected for quite a long time, so patience is the key when exercising Iyengar yoga.

Kundalini yoga

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Ashtanga yoga

Being one of the most challenging types of yoga, Ashtanga is meant for advanced yoga enthusiasts. It involves specific, physically demanding postures, all done in a certain sequence and started out with sun salutations.

Vinyasa yoga

This is one of the most popular yoga styles, also being one of the most athletic. It was adapted from Vinyasa a few decades back and is focused on movements and postures that harmonize with breathing.

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Bikram yoga

The obvious difference of Bikram yoga from other yoga styles is the fact that it is held in a steamy hot room in which a series of 26 basic poses are executed.

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Anusara yoga

Anusara is considered to be very similar to Vinyasa, although it deals with a much bigger focus on the connection between mind, body and hearth. It is all about opening one’s heart through specific movements.

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WHAT

MAKES MANHOOD?

Edgars Rozenvalds - entrepreneur and owner of the very first barbershop in Latvia “Wood Religion Barbershop” - has something to say about what makes a good and respected man, both in terms of his appearance and attitude towards his other half.

I believe that this is the time which has stopped in a very beautiful period – when a suit for a man was the top of the elegance, and true gentlemen visited barbershops to not only trim the beard, but also discuss men matters and hobbies with other mates of same interests. For example, who would have thought that the traditional English barbershops would also make their way into the lives of the conservative Latvian “machos”?

It was about 5 years ago when I started to think about why Latvian women started to choose foreign men more often. And the answer was simple – it was because western men tended to care for themselves more, not being afraid that looking after your hair or skin was a weak show of manhood. And now we see that also Latvian and Baltic men start to do the same and they start to realize that their exterior will show others who they are and what are they capable of.

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men started attending barbershops, they did it following their women. Women wanted to control everything, including the way men got groomed. Men had to step up and make their own decisions, and that in no way was an act of rebellion but just the necessary position men had to step into.

Although many women tend to control their men led by good intentions – to care and nurture – it has to stop at the line when they start to perform maternal roles.

A man has to have an equal partner beside him, not another mother to hide behind in challenging situations. And I believe that attending the barbershops alone and making their own decisions was just the right first step for men to follow through such principle.

That also made me think of what a good relationship is made of. I would compare it to a business – one has to be careful, able to analyse the risks and be respectful towards the partner. Respect is something that makes a successful relationship, yet it has to be reminded that it is a two-way street. To receive the earned respected,

one has to do the same towards the partner – to listen, to hear and to try becoming better for each other. It is not fair to suddenly change one’s face after a certain period in a relationship – it is one of the utmost signs of disrespect towards the partner, not to be tolerated by anyone. And the same goes for love – the feelings must be mutual. If one person in the relationship feels suffocated and hurt, that is not right.

In no world must a person suffer, just because the relationship is too inconvenient to end.

For the relationship that seems to be the one, I advise the man to know when and how to say “thank you”. I believe that women should be pampered and spoiled a bit, therefore gifts really are a good way for appreciation, and I truly wonder about people who do not use the opportunity just for the sake of a principle. A woman needs support for what she is and does, and a true man will know how to give it.

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REALIZE

YOUR

IDEA THROUGH CROWDFUNDING

The beauty of crowdfunding is that it not only provides an easily-accessible financial boost for small businesses, but also simultaneously promotes company’s product, thus creating a significant base of potential consumers. And it is actually quite simple – you just choose a crowdfunding platform from many available on the internet, create your business profile, set the desired funding goal and publish the information.

And now it’s a waiting game – interested people notice your idea and decide to donate, often in exchange for company’s assets as a reward.

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3 MODELS OF CROWDFUNDING HOW BUSINESS BREAKDOWN OF CROWDFUNDING SITES ONLINE CROWDFUNDING WORKS DONATION OR REWARD $

71%

LENDING

$

$1000000

1. A company creates an online profile and submits its funding goal

2. Crowdfunder team conducts background check and inspects deal terms and documents

3. Campaign approved: visitors review the company, participate in the conversation and commit to invest

4. Once fundamental goal is reached, funds are transferred to company, and funders become shareholders

$ 15%

EQUITY $ 14%

How does it help your new business?

Instead of attending networking events to find potential business partners or investors, crowdfunding helps you to find more limited number of people who are most likely to be interested in your business and ready to invest in it. Often enough you start with people you know, sharing the funding request with them. Also, crowdfunding means funding assets that you do not have to pay back – not in terms of invested money or interest rates, but only in product (which also is not always the case).

The other helpful side of it is that by putting your business idea out in the field, it gains an additional attention from both potential customers and investors. Your idea will stand out in the crowd and gradually be noticed by more people who consequently can become a part of your professional network.

Types of crowdfunding

Small-business owners will most likely encounter upon two types of crowdfunding – rewards-based and equity-based.

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Rewards-based crowdfunding The way this type of funding works is an agreement between the donor and project developer who should reward the donation with a product related to the project, usually of value that complies with the made donation. Most often it is a guarantee to have an early access to company’s developed product.

Equity-based crowdfunding This is where the donors receive shares in the company, and the number of those is also based on the respective contribution.

This is usually realized by donors who believe in the future development of the company, expecting return on the investment.

Just remember that crowdfunding is an excellent solution for securing financing to give a boost to your company’s initial development. It does not work as a longterm solution for your business financing.

As soon as you have acquired the expected funding, start making plans for larger financial assets, considering such options as bank loans, online lenders, personal loans etc.

INTERESTING FACT

According to a recent report by PwC and the Crowdfunding Centre - “Women Unbound: Unleashing female entrepreneurial potential” – female entrepreneurs across the globe are 32 % more likely to succeed with crowdfunding than their male counterparts. It is suggested that women gain better results as potential investors perceive it as participation outside the borders of male-dominated capitalist ventures. It is also because of the tendency for women to use more personal and informal language in business.

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HOUSING

GONE SMART

The idea for optimizing home works appeared in the 20th century with such devices as vacuum cleaner and washing machine.

Then came many more appliances that were all about saving time and automatizing house works, thus opening a way to more comfortinducing innovations, including smart houses.

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How did houses become smart?

As written in a Forbes article by Andrew Weinreich, “In 1966, the first home computer, the ECHO IV, was built by a Westinghouse engineer on his own time with permission from his employer. The ECHO IV was designed to accomplish, among other things, tasks like computing shopping lists, controlling the temperature of your home, or turning your appliances on or off. The ECHO IV never commercially shipped. As the decades passed, the promise of technology in the home seemed to arrive in slow motion, even while there was a general awareness that this was an area with immense potential.

In 1984, the National Association of Homebuilders coined the term “smart home” as a niche group that advocated for integrating technological solutions into the homebuilding process.”

How does it work?

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of a bunch of minds. Not spending time on such trivial tasks as turning on lights, locking doors, lowering shades or changing thermostat settings – that does sound appealing. First smart devices in housing were connected to a single device which was placed right there in the house.

Therefore, a remote control of different functions was not possible, yet it could be done from just one place. As the next step was to come up with a solution that could embody the remote factor, inventors started working on it – and voila! Now all we need is an internet connection and a device with us to carry out the controlling, which usually is a phone, tablet or computer.

What it does for you?

To get a clearer picture of how exactly the smart house system works, here are some of the most popular tasks it can perform for you: • Turn the lights on and off outside the room – especially useful for nurseries when not wanting to wake up the kid by walking in the room and turning off the

lights • Turn off the power sockets when hit with the sudden little panic attacks of “Did I turn the iron off?”

• Optimize the consumption of heating while outside the house – during the cold seasons, reduce the temperature to the minimal stat and increase it before going home at the just enough time to not walk in a refrigerator after work.

All in all – it will significantly reduce the costs • Adapt the necessary temperature for each room separately to avoid conflict between those family members who are “always cold” and “always hot” • Safety sensors alarm you in case movement or opening of windows or doors is detected to prevent burgling • Other sensors detect alerts of such potential dangers as leaking or smoke • Lift up or down window blinds without stepping out of the bed, or open up the gate in case a visitor arrives and you are too caught up in something to walk out and let them in

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GAMEPAD TO

PROTECT FROM HEAT

As soon as sun shines bright we dive into its embrace without hesitation. However, when the temperature starts rising too high, the best way to escape heatstroke is to arm with refreshing drinks and sit down with your friends to play some video games. To avoid boredom of playing the same old games again, SmartLynx offers brand new choices to select from among many novelties of the video game world.

DARK SOULS: REMASTERED

Dark Souls is an action RPG (role playing game) set in a rich, dark fantasy universe.

Tense dungeon crawling, fearsome enemy encounters and groundbreaking online features combine for a truly unique RPG experience. Dark Souls breaks down barriers with a seamless world design that encourages exploration and fosters an adaptable gameplay experience.

Beautifully remastered, return to Lordran in stunning high-definition detail running at 60fps.

Release date: 24 May, 2018 Publisher: FromSoftware, Inc, BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment

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DETROIT: BECOME HUMAN

Detroit, 2038. Lifelike androids have replaced the human workforce. They never tire, never disobey and never say “no”… until something changes. Some of them have started to behave irrationally, as if they were feeling emotions… Now you take control of three androids in their quest to discover who they really are. Tell your own story and confront moral dilemmas and thought-provoking situations in a branching narrative where every choice you make has consequences. Your actions and decisions shape the fate of the androids – and maybe even the future of the entire city.

Release date: 25 May 2018 Publisher: Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe

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JURASSIC WORLD EVOLUTION

Take charge of operations on the legendary islands of the Muertes archipelago and bring the wonder, majesty and danger of dinosaurs to life. Build for Science, Entertainment or Security interests in an uncertain world where life always finds a way.

Bioengineer dinosaurs that think, feel and react intelligently to the world around them. Play with life itself to give your dinosaurs unique behaviors, traits and appearances, then contain and profit from them to fund your global search for lost dinosaur DNA. Release date: 12 June 2018 Publisher: FRONTIER DEVELOPMENTS PLC

THE CREWÂŽ 2

In The CrewÂŽ 2, take on the American motorsports scene as you explore and dominate the land, air, and sea of the United States in one of the most exhilarating open worlds ever created. With a wide variety of exotic cars, bikes, boats, and planes to choose from, experience the unbridled thrill and adrenaline-pumping excitement of competing across the entire USA as you test your skills in a wide range of driving disciplines. Record every heart-pounding, white-knuckle, moment and share them with the simple push of a button - fame is yours to take! Play with up to 7 friends online.

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CRASH BANDICOOT™ N. SANE TRILOGY PC EDITION

Your favorite marsupial, Crash Bandicoot™, is back! He’s enhanced, entranced and ready-to-dance with the N. Sane Trilogy game collection. Now you can experience Crash Bandicoot like never before. Spin, jump, wump and repeat as you take on the epic challenges and adventures through the three games that started it all, Crash Bandicoot™, Crash Bandicoot™ 2: Cortex Strikes Back and Crash Bandicoot™ 3: Warped. Relive all your favorite Crash moments in their fully-remastered graphical glory. Now available on PC! Release date: 29 June 2018 Publisher: FOCUS HOME INTERACTIVE

PRO EVOLUTION SOCCER 2019

This year PES 2019 welcomes 7 new leagues, an abundance of new partnerships and stadiums. A new global licensing initiative will see leagues from countries such as Belgium, Scotland, Denmark, Switzerland, Russia, Portugal, and Argentina added to the game - with the Russian league exclusive to PES! PES 2019 will also include lots of stadiums from launch, including FC Barcelona’s Camp Nou and Palmeiras’ Allianz Park, exclusively. Additionally, new partner clubs and stadiums will be added after launch.

Release date: 30 August 2018 Publisher: Konami Digital Entertainment

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“One benefit of Summer was that each day we had more light to read by.”

Jeannette Walls

“Ice Beneath Her”

by Camilla Grebe

gOODreaDs rating: Scandinavian authors have never disappointed us with some fine criminal drama, and this book is no exception. A truly horrific crime has been committed – a decapitated woman’s body has been found, and what makes it even more dreadful – crime of the same type had occurred ten years ago. Detectives Lindgren and Olsson are on their path to prove the guilt of a suspect who is a rich shop-owner Jesper Orre, yet no proof can be found on him.

Along with the police a girl named Emma, romantic partner of the suspect, is looking for Orre who has mysteriously disappeared.

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“Theodore Boone: The Fugitive” by John Grisham

“Foundation and Empire”

by Isaac Asimov

During an excursion in Washington D.C. Theo sees a familiar face on subway – Pete Duffy who is a suspect for the murder of his wife. Now considered as disappeared after his escape from Strattenburg, Pete is on the FBI’s list of 10 most wanted criminals and quite a massive monetary reward is offered to whoever catches him. Theo does not hesitate and brings the man in, however now – as Duffy knows who Theo Boone is – he is in more danger than ever. Now it is up to Theo to assure that the criminal gets the appropriate punishment, even when things do not go as planned.

With the leadership of a psycho-historic Hari Seldon and planet’s highly-developed science and technology, the Foundation has gained victory over the barbarism and greediness of the neighbouring warlords.

But now it is time to stand against the Empire – the most powerful force in the Galaxy. An ambitious general is determined to renew the splendour of the Empire, thus turning against the Foundation. The only thing that could save the small scientist and researcher planet is Hari Seldon’s predictions.

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PAPERBACK

FRIENDS

Summer is possibly the best season to take up reading, especially if you are a fan of visiting beaches. Let’s be honest – phones and tablets are bound to be covered in sand after a sunbathe, therefore why not take the good old paperback?

There are so many newcomers this season and we have chosen a few to highlight, covering various genres. So read up while getting some tan!

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“Oh, Emil” by Astrid Lindgren gOODreaDs rating:

Sometimes we just need to turn back to the classics, one of such is the boy whose name just made us think – “Oh, Emil!”. Full of wise mischiefs that surprised us every time, this boy has done some unthinkable deeds.

Putting up his sister on top of the flag pole, riding into the living room on a horse’s back during a feast hosted by the head of the town, and so much more. How do you think, where Emil has gone after that?

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“The World of Norm. May Require Batteries” by Jonathan Meres

“Warrior Cats. Rising Storm” by Erin Hunter

This is for the fans of the famous Diaries of a Wimpy Kid, as Norm’s world is filled with injustices as well. The shocking discovery has come upon Norm this time, as he realizes to be the only kid in the world who does not own an iPad. How to save up money fast enough for the device not to become ancient news? Problems, problems, problems…

Fireheart’s grave enemy Tigerclaw has been defeated and exiled from the Thunder Clan.

However, the feline ginger suspects that the dark warrior is hiding somewhere in the forest just to find the right moment for an attack. Moreover, he now sees dreams where he is warned of danger, struggles with training his nephew Cloudpaw and hides a horrific secret from the Clan about the true state of Clan’s leader Bluestar.

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“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.”

Thomas Merton

BOUNTIES

OF ART

The art world is in motion all year long, lavishing in exhibitions of the widest range. No matter where you travel to this summer, we bet that there will be at least a few new art exhibitions to broaden your artistic horizons. So follow up on this guide of the hottest art displays of summer season 2018 and enrich your holiday experiences to the fullest.

Words by Māra Miķelsone

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Delacroix (1798-1863) in the Louvre, Paris (FR)

MarcH 29 – July 23 One of the most prominent names of French Romanticism has re-appeared after quite a while. The last retrospective the Louvre displayed of Eugène Delacroix was in 1963, and now an exhibition of 180 artworks by the artist has returned. Some of masterpieces will delight the viewers, such as Liberty Leading the People, The Massacre at Chios, Women of Algiers.

Some of them have been acquired as loans from the National Gallery in London, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York and the National Gallery of Canada.

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Wanderlust in Alte Nationalgalerie, Berlin (DE) May 10 – septeMber 16 This exhibition celebrates the true meaning of what we call Wanderlust – the wandering of nature, over the Alps and throughout the life. And at the very centre of it are journeys on foot – a key subject in the 19th century European art, all of which is represented in 100 works of art, created by such names as Caspar David Friedrich, Norway’s Johan Christian Dahl, Switzerland’s Ferdinand Hodler, Paul Gauguin, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and others.

Frida Kahlo in Hungarian National Gallery, Budapest (HU)

July 6 – nOVeMber 4 We all know Frida, both from her art, as well as many stories and movies dedicated to the eccentric Mexican artist. Many of the artworks in the Gallery have been loaned from the Museo Dolores Olmedo in Mexico City, including Kahlo’s famous self-portraits. | Summer 2018

Gabriele Münter in Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, Humlebæk (DK)

May 3 – August 19 Although not many have heard of this eccentric artist, Gabriele Münter has managed to surprise anyone who have had the chance to see her artworks. Münter is an experimental German painter, also a co-founder of the Expressionist group Der Blaue Reiter with her lover Wassily Kardinski and others. The exhibition in this museum will accommodate artist’s 130 works – paintings, drawings, photos and many exhibits that have not been displayed up until now.

Andy Warhol – After Munch in Munch Museum, Oslo (NO)

Alberto Giacometti in Guggenheim Bilbao, Bilbao, Basque Country (ES) October 19 – February 24, 2019 The first part of the 20th century witnessed the emergence of one of the most talented artists – the Swiss sculptor, painter and printmaker Alberto Giacometti. Regarded as the “perfect existential artist”, his works will be exhibited as a story of his life in sculptures and paintings in forms of cubism and surrealism – periods which were at their peak during the lifespan of the artist.

May 26 – August 26 Norwegian painter Edvard Munch, who we all definitely know for his famous painting “The Scream,” is the person to whom Munch Museum was dedicated. And as Munch was one of Andy Warhol’s favourite artists who had also visited the Museum in 1983, this exhibition is no coincidence. Andy Warhol – After Munch is an exhibition of his take on famous Munch works in forms of drawings, silkscreen prints and paintings.

Warhol’s interpretations of Munch’s most famous works, such as The Scream, SelfPortrait with Skeleton Arm and Madonna, are must-see objects in this exhibition.

Grayson Perry in Kiasma, Helsinki (FI) Miró, a wild spirit in Miró Mallorca Fundacío, Palma (ES)

Until 2019 The display will include the Catalan artist’s – Joan Miró’s influences, starting from prehistoric cave paintings to Japanese artworks.

The location of the exhibition is also the place where Miró lived and worked until the end of his days, therefore the venue also includes a sight of his house, museum and even a sculpture garden.

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Allées et Venues in Museo Carmen Thyssen Andorra, Principality of Andorra (AD) Until September 10 Although the Museum opened only last year, the collections it started with were already an outstanding take-off. The new exhibition, available until fall season, focuses on the French impressionist Paul Gauguin, as well as other prominent artists- Emil Nolde, Alfred Sisley and Camille Pissarro.

April 13 – September 2 The English contemporary artist Greyson Perry is famously known for not only his ceramic works, but also the peculiar tendency to cross-dress. The eccentric artist has brought his clever works of ceramics, sculptures, tapestries and dresses with which he symbolizes gender, class and religion. And if you do not manage to attend the exhibition in Helsinki, try 11 Conti Museum at the Monnaie de Paris, starting from October 19.

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THE GRAND OF SCI-FI:

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“Westworld” is an American science fiction thriller of western genre that has rapidly gained massive audiences of viewers worldwide. Created by Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy, this show is based on a 1973 movie of the same name, written and directed by Michael Chrichton. The series even ranked as the most-watched first season of any HBO original series, and the expectations are just as high for the second season, released on spring 2018.

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The ground-breaking show of 2016 is actually the second attempt to revive the story. It was first remade in 1980 series “Beyond Westworld”, also based on Crichton’s original movie. Yet it never made it further than just 5 produced episodes from which only 3 were actually aired.

The whole idea of remaking a modern version of the 70s movie was already conceived during the early 1990s, brought up by the “Warner Bros.” studio. Only later on film producer Jerry Weintraub convinced HBO network to approve for a pilot of a potential remake, inviting Nolan and Joy to join the project. In 2013 the network announced ordering a pilot for a potential TV series, later on announcing “Westworld” as official series that would be premiered in 80

2015. However, the preparation took longer than expected so 2015 was awaited with a teaser that disclosed show’s actual premiere in 2016. And so the brand new wonder of science fiction began.

It Tells of…

The story of Westworld is set in a fictional Wild West themed amusement park run by the Delos Corporation. The park, co-founded and creatively directed by Dr. Robert Ford, is technologically advanced and resided by humanoid robots, also regarded as the hosts of the park. The whole concept of such park is to entertain the rich who are offered to be guests of the park, where they may indulge in whatever desires they wish with absolutely no consequences or retaliation from the hosts

– more often than not the desires being violence and murder of the hosts. Yet the robot hosts are erased of their memories daily and put back on the set narrative each day, so that the whole world would go on a constant loop and any guest arriving may enjoy the set narrative. Yet the violence and power of guests soon come to an end as the robots start developing different perception which closely resembles an actual consciousness seeded in artificial intelligence. Thus the world starts to crumble and actions of guests, as well as the inventors of the world face the danger of an uncontrolled artificial intelligence – a situation we all start to fear more in reality as well.

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James Marsden as Teddy Flood

Louis Herthum as Peter Abernathy

Katja Herbers as Grace

Ben Barnes as Logan

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Ed Harris as the Man in Black

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• One of show’s directors – Jonathan Nolan – is the brother of famous Cristopher Nolan. One can see the resemblance in taste, for sure.

• One of the most symbolic quotes of the show – “These violent delights have violent ends” – comes from Shakespeare’s “Rome and Juliet”.

• The first one to have been asked of this remake was none other than Quentin Tarantino, but he declined the offer.

• As mentioned in episode 3 of the first season, the cost of staying in the park is 40 thousand dollars per day for each guest.

• The show has received the largest number of Emmy nominations among any drama series – total of 22.

• Nolan has regarded the description of the show as “the next chapter of the human story, in which we stop being protagonists.”

• Sir Anthony Hopkins and Evan Rachel Wood were the first cast members to be officially announced.

• The very first season gathered around 11.7 million viewers per episode, which grosses as the highest number ever for a new drama series.

• First season was made up of 10 episodes, and the second is to be expected to have just as much.

• The original “Westworld” of 1973 was quite an inspiration for Arnold Schwarzenegger as he prepared for the role in “The Terminator”.

• It is planned that the story will last up to five seasons in total.

• “The Maze” and “The Door” are the subsequent titles for show’s first and second seasons.

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PREPARE YOUR KID FOR FESTIVAL SEASON There’s quite a lot of controversy on whether children should be attending music festivals – some think it is too much, others believe that no one should limit them to the fun just because of their age.

The main thing here is to be prepared – as long as you pay special attention to your kid during the festival and prepare him for all situations, anything is possible. Make any festival children-friendly by yourselves!

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ESSENTIALS

SAFETY

Before attending the festival, you might need to make up a plan of sort that would foresee all potential unfortunate situations.

First, adults should clearly understand each other when it comes to „who is watching the kids”? If one of you wants to leave for a bit, make sure that the other parent stays there with kids.

If that goes wrong by some reason, do some pre-preparing, such as providing your kid with a wristband with your names and phone numbers on it. It is important that the label is something that cannot be easily lost, therefore badges around the neck will not do their job well. Sometimes even a simple writing on child’s arm with a marker is assurance enough.

Before entering the location, talk to your kids about a possible situation of getting lost. Simply explain to them what to do in case this happens – make sure they remember your names and what you are wearing. Just as well decide upon a place to meet in case you part your ways. Such place should be very prominent, preferably in unordinary colour or shape – thus, the kid will surely remember the place and associate it with safety.

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It is impossible to do without a bunch of toys and things for your kid to play with while you enjoy some music. Think thoroughly about packing the items – a compact, water-proof backpack will be the best choice. Don’t forget to fill it with water bottle and some snacks as well, in case the little one gets hungry or thirsty. Some of the toys you might consider – bubbles, glow sticks, face paint, fun hats.

After all, festivals are for expressing yourself in the most creative way possible, and the same goes to parents.

Considering the loud music around the territory, it is important to invest in some quality ear defenders for kids. You might think that the music is not so loud, but those little ears are not the same as the adult ones. So do not be cheap on these – find some credible brands and also do not forget consulting your kid on the design of those. Otherwise, they will try hard to get rid of them.

Children are very often getting tired real fast of taking long walks and standing around. So take an inflatable chair or a pop-up stool with you, easy to pack and practical for seating. You just as well might add a blanket to sit on when having some food. And if the little rascal is the one not getting enough running time, the seats will serve just as well for the adults to watch over the kids.

Some parents have started to take this thing on a whole new level – with a cart. And you know what, it is actually quite a wise idea!

Make a comfortable cart for your kid to sit in, thus not limiting yourself to the places you may visit in the festival territory. It is much easier than trying to catch your running child through the crowds or just the opposite – carrying him around in your hands.

And the last, but definitely not least – first aid kid. Although all festivals are equipped with medical assistance, you never know how fast can you get there in case of an accident.

Pack the basics – band aids, anti-bacterial gel, sunscreen, paracetamol, medicine for stomach ache, tic removal kit and anything else you know your kid will need if special attention to his medical condition should be paid.

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CLOTHING

The worst thing that one can expect during a festival in terms of clothing – rain. Not only does it mean that you will soak wet, but also the mud bath afterwards. Yet mud and puddles sound fun to children, so make sure to pack good-quality wellies and raincoats that are good enough for water protection, yet not too thick so that the kid will not get hot during the whole puddlejump activity. And if the weather proves to be excellent – shorts, shirt, comfortable sneakers and most definitely a hat should be with you at all times. And layers are the key to everything because they can be easily adjusted – removed or added – whenever necessary.

CAMPING

The very first thing when arriving at the festival with children should be setting up a camp. If living in a tent, make sure to put it up some place aside. We all know that the tent built next to the passages might get damaged by people who had had too much fun, if you know what we mean. Also, make sure to prepare children’s place for sleeping before moving to the festival territory, so that you can return ready to put your kid to sleep – especially considering that most of the times you will be leaving the festival with the child sleeping in your arms. Talking about the venue around the tent – prepare it with a large blanket and if possible, some sort of a border to isolate your little camping place from the rest of the crowd.

Even a bright ribbon will do at this point.

Investment in some quality sleeping bags, as well as roll mats for your kids to sleep on, should be significant. It is important that the kid won’t wake up the next day from being too cold or hot, or worse – with a back-ache from an uncomfortable mattress. Also, make sure that you put up some extra nets, as well as insect-repellent products.

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SMART CELEBRATION As we all know, this year marks Latvia’s 100 years since establishing its independence, and what better way to celebrate it than with one of the most unique events in the whole world – The Nationwide Latvian Song and Dance Celebration.

Here we have 3 stories of our very own SmartLynx colleagues, sharing their experiences on participating in the Celebration and what it means to them.

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IEVA DANOVSKA

IT Project Assistant at SmartLynx Airlines

„I wish everyone to experience the Final Concert of the Song and Dance Celebration at least once in their lifetime – no matter if you are a participant or just a listener.”

When did you begin playing Kokle (a traditional Latvian plucked string instrument), as well as singing in a choir?

It all began with music school where I learnt to play Kokle. At the very beginning I did not stand out with a particular talent for it, there actually were a lot of challenges – I was holding my hands incorrectly, did not feel the rhythm precisely, and the sound did not come out right. However, a lesson after a lesson, a concert after a concert – all of these steps made me learn more and a few years later music took upon a largely significant role in my life.

What ensemble and choir are you a member of?

Currently I am playing in a Kokle ensemble “Raksti” which I have been a part of for almost 7 years. And for the singing – I am a member of choir “Via Stella” where I have sung for basically the origins of the choir – for 17 years now. There are also some projects where I perform with Kokle as a solo performance.

Do you have a favourite song to play or sing?

Favourite songs for me change accordingly to the current emotions, situations.

Nevertheless, there are a few young composers amongst my friends – I like that they are creating something brand new.

Sometimes it may include new experiments and unordinary sound elements.

Recently I started to fancy improvisation on Kokle – when the musical piece has been created at the exact moment.

What does the participation in Song and Dance Celebration mean to you?

Especially – during Latvia’s Centenary?

I believe that every single Latvian Song celebration is significant and special, regardless of whether it is the centenary or any other year. Participants and organizers prepare for each Celebration as for the utmost ceremonial, grand and heartfelt of events.

While the period until the Celebration is spent on smaller projects amongst the ensembles and collectives, then during the Celebration the most significant power and beauty can be seen in the moments when all of these people come together and perform in the same concerts.

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How many Song and Dance Celebrations have you attended in your lifetime? Is there anything particular that has stood out during those?

If I recall correctly, I have participated in all Song and Dance Celebrations since year 2005 – both Youth and Nationwide. When participating with the choir, I sing together with my best friend – therefore, I am truly happy to have participated in all of these Celebration together with her.

What is it that you await the most during this year’s Song and Dance Celebration?

As classes and concerts have taken up almost all of the time while preparing for the Celebration, I have had not much chance to listen to other works and performances. But I would be happy to attend the Dance Concerts during the Celebration.

From the concerts I will participate myself, I especially await the Folk Music Concert on July 3, which I will attend with my ensemble “Raksti”. On the very same day we will also have a very interesting cooperation – we will perform together with a brass band in the Brass Band Concert. And as the highlight of the week will, of course, be the Final Concert on July 8 where some of the most beautiful Latvian choir songs will be performed. I think that a very pleasant moment will also be after the Final Concert when all participants and viewers will unite in common songs and dances during the night. | Summer 2018

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ANNA IVANOVA

Cabin Standards and Fleet Transition Engineer at SmartLynx Airlines

“If you ask me what I expect from the Celebration, I would definitely say – celebration itself. Celebration of the power of voice, strength of a song and the union of a nation. When I sing, my soul rises up in the sky just where a plane leaves the white trail.”

When did you begin singing in a choir?

My singing career began in the elementary school when music teacher created a small school choir. As I was also a student of local Music school and my oldest sister sang a lot in church choir, singing and music overall have always been huge parts of my life. There have been several different choirs I participated in for last 20 years – girl, youth and mixed. And I always felt my soul being joyful and delighted when I sang and kept traditions of Latvian singing culture, especially together with thousands of other people during Song and Dance Celebrations.

What choir are you a member of?

Currently I sing in women’s choir “Magone” or “Poppy”, which was established less than 2 years ago in Katlakalns, Kekavas district. It all began with 24 enthusiastic women and one professional and capable conductor Baiba Āboliņa-Smirnova. In just half a year we grew in our abilities and desires so much that we managed to achieve 1st degree diploma in mandatory choral exposition prior national Song and Dance Celebration (held every year before the Celebration), had different concerts in local House of Culture and around Latvia, and in just 1 year we were invited to Austria and Italy to have fellowship concerts with choirs of local Latvian communities. Although we don’t have national costumes yet (we are currently working on it), we made specifically designed dresses to represent the colour of poppy stem mixed with accessories of national symbols and red lips just as a poppy flower.

As I took part in the founding of this choir and am the leader of 2nd alto group, this choir lays deep into my heart and my daily life, having at least 1 rehearsal every week.

Do you have a favourite song to sing?

There are hundreds of songs I know but only one still gives me goose-bumps and tears of joy in my eyes every time I sing it – “Gaismas pils” or “Castle of Light”.

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What does the participation in Song and Dance Celebration mean to you?

Especially – during Latvia’s Centenary?

I think that the National Song and Dance Celebration brings Latvians (and not only Latvians) to the roots of our traditions, shows the strength and power of our nation where every single person (singer or dancer) is a value. And with this festival we can bring this understanding of value to everyone listening and watching the performances. Together we are power! And this is important to understand, especially when there is so much unknown in the future. This year’s Celebration marks the 100th anniversary of Latvian independence so it will bring a lot of attention worldwide and I cannot imagine a better way how to share one of the most beautiful Latvian traditions.

How many Song and Dance Celebrations have you attended in your lifetime? Is there anything particular that has stood out during those?

This year will be my fifth time that I participate in the Celebration. Every time is a bit different as it depends on the choir, people around you and the common mood.

I remember the last festival 5 years ago, when we had repetitions and the weather changed drastically – there is one song you sing in a sun in +28 degrees, and as soon as the next song comes on – rain showers and thunder suddenly appear. And the best part – no one (not a student nor senior) cared about the bad weather, as everyone continued to sing because we had this one common target in mind – to give the best performance to the audience and charge all of us with positive emotions.

What is it that you await the most during this year’s Song and Dance Celebration?

In every festival there are some new songs we have to learn in addition to those which are sung for decades and are loved by public. On one hand it is interesting for me to hear how new songs will be produced and passed to audience, but on the other hand – understandable that the commonly known songs will give and bring more emotions, especially if led by all-beloved senior conductors.

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MARIKA PRIEDE

Flight Safety Specialist at SmartLynx Airlines

“I wish everyone to be a part of the Centenary Song and Dance Celebration to enjoy even the slightest part of the power that comes through songs and dances, something that we as Latvians can be proud of.”

When did you begin dancing folk dances?

I began dancing when I was 3 years old – my mom took me to a dance collective.

And to be honest – I associated my whole childhood with dancing. We had a very strict, yet beloved dance teacher who taught as well. So I danced until 9th grade, and when I moved to Riga during my Senior year, dancing was put to hold. Nevertheless, dancing was still of great interest to me, periodically reminding myself that this is where I want to return. Also, my mom, who has been a dancer for 40 years now, accompanied me to all folk dancing concerts and performances I attended regularly. Then, two years ago, I decided upon returning to dance, unfortunately my ankle trauma put dancing on hold yet again.

But as I recovered, I returned to dancing last September and now I am back where I am supposed to be.

What ensemble are you a member of?

I currently dance in a dance ensemble “Zīle” in Ķekava, and I chose it thanks to my childhood friend who had danced in the ensemble for many seasons and encouraged me to go there as well. I heard a lot about the friendliness of the collective, therefore it played a huge role in deciding upon it. Especially considering my doubts on whether I would be able to jump back in the dancing steps. Moreover, “Zīle” celebrates a 50-year anniversary this year, which is a significant milestone for the ensemble, therefore I am even happier to have chosen it in the right moment.

Do you have a favourite dance to perform?

I have a lot of favourite dances I would wish to perform, and I am gradually going towards it. However there is one favourite, of course, which is called “Sasala Jūriņa”.

I also love the powerful performance of the song itself, sung by Latvian singer Ance Krauze. Every time I watch the dance, my breath is taken away.

What does the participation in Song and Dance Celebration mean to you?

Especially – during Latvia’s Centenary?

To perform in the Celebration is fulfilling my biggest dream, considering that this will actually be the first Celebration I have attended as a participant. And I am unimaginably happy to have the honour

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to be one of the thousands of dancers and singers who will unite and create something truly Latvian together, making new memories for both the participants and viewers.

How many Song and Dance Celebrations have you attended in your lifetime? Is there anything particular that has stood out during those?

This will be my first Celebration as a participant, however I have experienced it before – both during childhood when following my mom as she participated, and being as a volunteer of the organizing team of the Celebration. I have also had the chance to be involved in the Celebration thanks to my dad who plays in a brass band and actually holds quite a record – he has participated in 10 Celebrations in total.

Also, my grandmother has participated as a dancer and is now singing in a senior choir. It seems that everyone around me has experienced the participation in the Celebration and now it is my turn!

What is it that you await the most during this year’s Song and Dance Celebration?

I await absolutely everything, just to enjoy the magnificent feeling of togetherness and the uplifting proudness on who we are and what we do. | Summer 2018

SMART EMPLOYEE

As you might have noticed in this issue’s vehicle article, our very own Nikolajs Kozaks dared to try out the brand new BMW Bagger. Let’s get to know more about Nikolajs and what he does at SmartLynx.

Life on the Road

I remember that I wanted to ride a motorcycle since I was child, but overall I have had a life with motorcycles for 8 years now. I have also been riding with many rides that aren’t even my own – I usually help my friends to choose the right ride for them by testing them out before purchasing.

Currently I am not a member of any moto society, as I really do not have enough time for that. The work schedule is pretty full. But I do get on my bike as much as possible. I usually try to plan longer trips to go on with my wife.

As soon as the season starts, we get on the bike and enjoy the road.

Life at SmartLynx

I have been working in SmartLynx for almost 3 years now as a Flight Dispatcher – it means

that I am preparing flight plans for the pilots, making sure nothing overlaps and the planes take and land as planned. Before that I was a flight coordinator for 1 year, and ground handling dispatcher for 5 years working at a ground handling company, making my way up to where I am now.

I must say that the years spent in SmartLynx are really like working amongst family. And what I especially appreciate is that I feel valued and recognized for the work I do.

I was recently sent down to the USA to acquire a Flight Dispatcher certificate – it was a 2-month long training course at the very prestigious Jeppesen Academy in Denver, Colorado. And such opportunity is really a gift from the company, a bonus of sort for good results in the work I do. So that really is an important milestone in my career.

SMARTLYNX WINS AWARD

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SmartLynx trademark has won the 3rd place among the trademarks registered in Latvia 2017 in the nomination “Trademark of the year to the world”.

Celebrating the World’s Intellectual Property day, 26 April, Patent Office of the Republic of Latvia awarded trademarks* – winners of the contest “Trademark of the”. Trademarks registered in Latvia 2017 were awarded in two nominations: “Trademark of the year to Latvia” and “Trademark of the year to the world”.

SmartLynx Airlines new trademark and corporate identity were designed in cooperation with the Latvian creative agency “Not Perfect”, and introduced and registered in 2017. The concept of the new logo was developed by our very own Public Relations and Marketing Manager Ilva Priedniece, introducing fresh look on the ideology of SmartLynx Airlines.

“We approached this task with a great respect to existing brand identity and corporate legend- the story about lynx, both animal and star constellation, which is very saturated and still has a great potential for marketing use,” says Ilva. “The main idea was to achieve greater dynamics with forms and colours, and update the logo and other elements of corporate identity according to modern design requirements.” *The contest is being organized by Intellectual Property Information Centre of the Patent Office in cooperation with the Latvian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Latvian National Group of International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property (AIPPI LNG) and Latvian Designers’ Association.

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SMARTLYNX TRAVEL TIPS BEFORE THE FLIGHT

TRAVELING WITH CHILDREN

Children who have not reached his/her 2nd birthday are considered as infants and they are traveling without personally dedicated seat. Separate seat for infant can be purchased from your Tour Operator. SmartLynx does not provide car-type baby seats but passenger may use their own, provided that the seat can be secured with the aircraft seat belt. Child under the age of 5 years must be accompanied by a person not younger than 18 years of age who is capable of taking care of the minor during the journey: a parent or guardian or a person assigned by these. Children aged 5-11 (incl.) and traveling unaccompanied have to use escorting service on airport. The request must be placed at the time of booking the trip. Children aged 12-15 may travel alone.

The cabin crew will do their utmost to make everyone feel as comfortable and welcome as possible during the flight. If you are traveling with young children, just ask if you need any milk or infant meals to be heated. Baby -changing facilities are available on all our aircraft-just ask your crew for the location nearest to your seat.

CABIN BAGGAGE

The acceptable cabin or carry-on baggage size is 55x45x25cm (5kg). Cabin baggage must be stowed under the seat in front or in the overhead compartment.

The measurements are restricted to ensure that overhead compartment is not overloaded and the aisle is not obstructed.

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TRAVELING WITH PETS

BEFORE THE FLIGHT It is recommended that you arrive at the airport at least two hours before the departure time. That allows you on time make the check in, give away your luggage and go trough security procedures. Always bring a valid travel document, i.e.: Passport (international flights, outside the EU); Passport or national ID card (flights within the EU).

If you encounter a problem at the airport contact airport representative for assistance and information, they are glad to help you.

Carriage of pets is a special service that has to be prebooked via your Tour Operator. Special conditions may apply.

The passenger is responsible for securing proper documentation for health, entry and transfer for all countries an route and providing a suitable container to ensure safe and comfortable transport of the pet.

The only pets accepted in the cabin (except guide dogs) are dogs and cats on the following conditions: the pet must be clean; the container must be leakage proof and weight not more than 8 kg together with the pet. A passenger may carry only one container and the pet must be kept in the container throughout the whole flight.

BAGGAGE

On SmartLynx flights, a passenger is allowed to check in one unit of baggage that weights up to 20kg on our flights not more than 4 hours and up to 15 kg on flights exceeding 4 hours flight time. Travelling with family or with friends, you can also pack your belongings into one bag, but please note that one unit may not exceed 32kg!

The standard checked baggage size is 32x84x56cm. All baggage exceeding these measurements is considered as non-standard baggage (bicycle, golf bags, surfing and skiing equipment) and you have to always inform your Tour Operator first, if you are planning to bring some nonstandard equipment with you, as special conditions may apply. | Summer 2018

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SMARTLYNX TRAVEL TIPS DURING THE FLIGHT

ALCOHOL

FOR YOUR HEALTH

To feel your best in the air remember: Alcohol: Alcohol should be consumed only in moderation. For each glass of alcohol, drink two glasses of water. Water: Please make sure that you are drinking enough water during your flight. Doctors are recommending to drink at least 0,5-0,6 l water every two flight hours.

Clothes: Baggy clothes are best in the air. Try not to wear any tight – fitting clothes, loosen top buttons, belts and shoelaces and remove tight socks. Circulation: Circulation of blood is helped if you try not to cross your legs or ankles for long periods of time. Elastic support socks or stockings may help. From time to time it is good to stand up and make a little walk or make some exercises. Remember that even the smallest movements help with blood circulations, so you can also do some stretching while seated.

SLEEP AND SEATBELTS

If you´re planning to sleep during the flight, we recommend you fasten your seatbelt so the cabin crew don’t have to wake you should the Captain need to turn on the “fasten seatbelt” sign. We recommend that you keep your seatbelt fastened at all times while seated.

ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

SMOKING

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Hopefully, we already know about your special requirements, such as wheelchair assistance or dietary request. If not, and this is an outbound flight, please advise a member cabin crew so they can make appropriate arrangements for your return journey.

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Alcohol should be consumed only in moderation. Drinking your own alcohol, including alcohol you have been purchased from tax free shop at airport, is strictly forbidden. Passengers may only consume alcoholic drinks served by the crew. Please note, that crew can evaluate the situation and refuse to serve alcoholic drinks without any further explanation at any time.

In line with international policy, all SmartLynx flights are non-smoking. It is an offence to smoke on board and it is forbidden also in lavatories. We ask you to refine from smoking for the comfort and safety of passengers and crew.

To use of radios and devices with radio transmitter/receivers is strictly prohibited during the flight, as it may interfere with the aircraft´s navigation system. Mobile telephones, with the exception of those with a “flight safe” mode, should be switched off at all times on board the aircraft. Phones with a “flight safe” mode should have this activated before you switch your mobile phone off for take-off.

Personal CD, DVD and MP3 players may be used, but only when the seatbelt sign is switched off.

Wireless devices such as PDA-s laptop computers, electronic games and E-readers may only be used on board if the wireless function is disabled and again, may only be used while the seatbelt sign is off.

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SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS! We value your feedback!

We strive to make every flight into the best experience possible for our passengers, hence we highly value every feedback we can get. We would be very grateful if you could spare a moment and fill out a very small survey concerning onboard service. Please ask Flight Attendants for a survey form to provide your feedback and return the filled survey form back to the Flight Attendants.

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