northernlife magazine - december 2012 issue

PUBLISHED BY MANAR MALLDECEMBER 2012 ISSUE

ASSOCIATE EDITORSMathews Titus

Yolanda KoeKemeor

ARABIC TRANSLATIONTahani Taha

ART AND DESIGNLevy Ramos

SALES AND MARKETINGLenoy Kurien

Shyam Chandran

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275 MALL UPDATES

8 RAK NEWS

13 RECIPES

14 HEALTH AND FITNESS

n Fatique: Tips To Help You Recharge Your Batteries

n High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) Treatments

n How to Gain Weight The Healthy Way

18 PARENTING

n Teaming Up With Teachers

n Soothe Separation Anxiety With SODAS

n Ten Basic Principles of Good Parenting

n Biggest Parenting Mistakes

22 SKINCARE AND WELLNESS

n Best Nail Colors For Winter 2012

n 10 Winter Skin Care

n Beauty Tips For Winter

n Secret For Flowless Skin - Even In Winter Months

26 BUSINESS UPDATES

n Al Hamra Marina and Yacht Club

n Al Hamra Marina Golf Club

30 COMMUNITY AWARENESS

n Dogs Are Not Disposable Items!

33 TRAvEL DESTINATION

n Top 10 Reasons To Visit South Africa

n Top 10 Attaction In South Africa

35 MOTORING

n Say Goodbye To The Mini Van And Hello To Familiy Luxury And Safety

36 GISMOS & GADGETS

n Top 10 Expected Games of 2013

n Fantastic And Fun - Iphone

Apps For Kids

37 MOvIE UPDATES

36 MALL GUIDE - Manar Mall

38 MALL GUIDE - Al Hamra Mall

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vOX CINEMAS COMING SOON TO AL HAMRA MALLVOX Cinemas is the Middle East’s most innovative and customer-focused cinema experience featuring high-resolution 4K digital projection systems, immersive digital 3D content, fully digital cinema screens, as well as premium VIP and value-oriented seating alternatives. With 50 screens currently across five locations in the UAE and soon to launch in Al Hamra Mall, the VOX Cinemas experience includes extensive dining choices from VOX Cafes as well as traditional candybar offers. VOX Cinemas allows guests to purchase tickets in a number of convenient ways: the VOX Cinemas website, on-site kiosks, iPhone and Nokia apps, the mobile website or in-person at the ticket box.

VOX Cinemas is owned and operated by Majid Al Futtaim Cinemas, which is the cinema arm of the wider Majid Al Futtaim Ventures group of businesses. Majid Al Futtaim Ventures is the growth engine and business incubator responsible for developing new enterprises to deliver the most innovative concepts to the Middle East.

NATIONAL DAY AND EID CELEBRATION AT AL HAMRA MALL

COMING SOON TO AL HAMRA MALL


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EXCITING MANAR MALL DEvELOPMENTS IN 2013 WITH NEW BRANDS AND A REFURBISHED GRAND CINEMA

Ras Al Khaimah, 1st January: Manar Mall is set to make 2013 very exciting for mall goers with several new brands set to open shop. GAP, Okaidi and Paris Gallery will be opening doors in February 2013 and providing an enriched experience to mall goers. Manar Mall, Ras Al Khaimah’s (RAK), is a leading shopping centre with over 120 retail outlets.

In addition to the new brands, The Grand Cinema at Manar Mall is set to boast a new look post refurbishment. The cinema is being revamped to reflect a more up-to-date look and will also have a brand new VIP Screen.

Perched on RAK’s waterfront, Manar Mall offers an expansive area of 106,000 square meters and is considered as the Northern Emirates hub for a complete shopping experience, lifestyle and entertainment needs. Manar Mall’s expansion strategy reflects its consumer’s appetite for a unique shopping experience.

ABOUT THE NEW BRANDS

GAP Gap, an iconic retail brand, offers inventive American style. Clean, classic clothing and accessories help customers express their individual sense of style. Gap, which opened its first store more than 40 years ago, continues to build its brand presence around the world.

Okaidi Okaidi is a global French children’s wear brand for kids between 0 to 14 years. Okaidi caters to kids between 5 to 14 years offering a range that is modern, practical and full of life. Its focus is on creating fun and trendy clothes that match and compliment the lives of active and busy children. All clothing is easy to wear, of good quality and value for money.

Paris GalleryA leading luxury retailer in the Middle East, Paris Gallery is the eponymous flagship brand of Paris Gallery Group, with over 1 million sq. ft. of luxurious shopping space and 40 stores located in prime retail addresses spanning across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Bahrain. The stores offer a premium collection of over 450 international brands across several product categories including perfumes, skincare, makeup, watches, jewellery, fashion apparel, sunglasses and accessories.


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HILTON RAS AL KHAIMAH RESORT & SPA WINS AT THE WHAT’S ON AWARDS 2012RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE — October 22, 2012 - Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa wins the What’s On Awards 2012 Favourite Travel Escape.

What’s On is UAE’s one of best-selling entertainment magazines. What’s On Awards also have become the region’s leading restaurant, leisure and entertainment awards. Every year, people vote for their favorite Eating Out, Arts, Spa & Style, Music & Nightlife, Sport & Outdoor and Travel spots. For the year of 2012, What’s On Awards has announced nominations in above categories and voting took place on at www.whatsonawards.com for Dubai.

RAK FTZ RECORDS INCREASE IN NEW COMPANY REGISTRATIONS Ras Al Khaimah, October 2, 2012: Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone (RAK FTZ) – one of the fastest-growing and most cost-effective free trade zones in the UAE – today announced a 4% year-on-year increase in new company registrations in the first half of 2012, according to the audited reports by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).

A total of 1,145 new companies registered with RAK FTZ in H1 2012, a significant increase from the 1,101 companies registered in the first half of 2011. Revenues from the registrations touched AED 123.55 million, a 10.21% increase compared to the AED 112.1 million generated during H1 2011, revealed PwC in the report.

This growth has far outstripped the budgeted revenue and registration targets for the free zone this year.

In addition, RAK FTZ’s growing reputation also received a major fillip as it was recently named as one of the Top 50 Free Zones in the fDi Global Free Zones of the Future 2012-2013

rankings, which recognised the free zone’s various attributes, including its cost-effectiveness and economic potential, on offer.

The top new companies at RAK FTZ that registered during H1 2012 came from India, the UK, Jordan and Pakistan, among others. A vast majority (62%) of the newly registered companies represent the commercial sector, followed by consulting (28%) and general trading (9%), as shown in the PwC report.

Maryam Al Murshedi Al Shehhi, Deputy Director General of RAK FTZ

In her comments, Maryam Al Murshedi Al Shehhi, Deputy Director General of RAK FTZ, said: “The

Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa was shortlisted by voters for the ‘Favourite Travel Escape’ award against fellow Ras Al Khaimah property; Banyan Tree Al Wadi Hotel and Oman’s Six Senses Zighy Bay. Winners of the 2012 awards were announced on Monday, October 22 in Dubai at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre where Hilton attendees Tuhina Rahman – Cluster Marketing & PR Executive and Igor Erkoff - Brazilian Speciality Chef of Ras Al Khaimah’s only South American restaurant Pura Vida collected the award on behalf of the winning resort.

For reservations, please call – 971 (0)7 2288844

Visit online at rasalkhaimahresort.hilton.com or facebook.com/hiltonrasalkhaimahresort

RAK Free Trade Zone’s philosophy centres on attracting and maximising the growth of value-added, know-how based, and technologically advanced businesses in Ras Al Khaimah. This has seen us attracting some top companies to the region over the last 12 years. The tremendous and continuous growth in our new client portfolio reflects the investors’ confidence in our transparent and business-friendly environment.”

“RAK FTZ is a major contributor to the GDP growth of the emirate, and in turn the UAE. The reason we have seen amazing growth is that we not only offer unmatched benefits for our clients, but also extend a strategic hub-and-spoke destination for businesses, especially for those who wish to expand in the Middle East and Northern Africa. The fDi ranking allotted to us also sends out a clear message to the global business community that RAK FTZ is indeed ‘The Home of Business’ in the Middle East,” said Al Shehhi.

She further added: “We are quite confident that RAK FTZ will achieve unprecedented growth levels by the end of 2012.”

To reinforce its growth strategy, RAK FTZ powered up its key value-added services for customers through online and offline marketing initiatives. This

included a number of marketing outreach activities in the UAE and the GCC, as also reaching out to prospective investors in India, France, Turkey, Jordan, Nigeria, Russia, Pakistan, China, and other countries. In addition, RAK FTZ participated in several trade visits and conferences in India and China, organised by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Trade.

Emphasising its role as a good corporate citizen, RAK FTZ also undertook a number of Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives within the emirate and beyond in the first half of 2012. These included support to RAK Half Marathon, RAK Terry Fox Walk, RAK Traditional Rowing Regatta, Beat the Heat campaign and Iftar gatherings at labour camps.

RAK FTZ also played pivotal roles in some community initiatives in H1 2012, including the inauguration of a spa, support to the Ramadan volleyball tournament, a can collection drive, sponsorship of the Holy Quran competition and a football fiesta, among others. It also sponsored the 37th Arab Deaf Week activities, organised ‘healthy food day’ for the RAK FTZ staff and sponsored a charity Iftar, apart from extending donations to a number of charity establishments.


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RAS AL KHAIMAH TDA LAUNCHES DESTINATION IPHONE/IPAD APP.Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority Launches Ras Al Khaimah Destination iPhone/iPad Application

(Ras Al Khaimah, UAE – September 5, 2012) Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (Ras Al Khaimah TDA) recently launched “RAK Tourism” Apple Application, a comprehensive destination application, available for complimentary download on all iPad and iPhone devices featuring an overview of the emirate’s attractions, hotels, excursions, events, image gallery as well as heritage and culture, dedicated to Ras Al Khaimah visitors and residents alike.

This application is a helpful and reliable source when planning a trip, providing a wealth of information for both first time and return visitors. The colourful home page invites users to click onto different icons; About Ras Al Khaimah, Exploring the Emirate, Hotels & Resorts, Events & Offers, Wine & Dine, Media Centre and Frequent Asked Questions.

The About Ras Al Khaimah icon presents the history of the emirate, its geography as well as its heritage,

HILTON RAS AL KHAIMAH RESORT & SPA WELCOMES AWARD WINNING ITALIAN CHEF

Chef Roberto Saglimbene Spearheads Fine Dining and a Festival

RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE — October 16, 2012 -. Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa is proud to announce the appointment of Roberto Saglimbene as the new Italian Head Chef, for its fine dining restaurant Piaceri da Gustare.

Chef Roberto join the award winning hotel in time to oversee a specially arranged two week long Italian Food Festival which took place this October at Piaceri da Gustare restaurant along with special guest Chef Stefano Tantari from Waldorf Astoria Rome Cavalieri.

Originally from Taormina in Italy, Chef Roberto started his culinary journey at a very young age inspired by his father, the famous celebrity TV chef Salvatore Saglimbene, who presented a show in Italy in the early

1990’s. He then decided to pursue his hobby as a profession and graduated from the renowned Culinary Arts and Hotel Management in Taormina Giardini Naxos Master Stage and Catania Master Stage before holding positions as Head Chef at Michelin star restaurants Ristorante La Giara and San Domenico Palace Hotel’s Italian restaurant in Italy.

He moved to the Middle East in 2009 with the opening of Pizza Pazza Italian restaurant in Dubai and within 12 months the restaurant had won two key culinary awards. In 2010, Roberto opened the world famous restaurant brand; Cipriani at Yas Marina Yacht Club which went on to win the award for best dining restaurant in Abu Dhabi 2011.

Chef Roberto’s main goal as Head Chef for Piaceri da Gustare is to sustain and further enhance Piaceri da Gustare’s popular reputation, bringing both his extensive 15 years experience in cooking preparations and his passion for Italian cuisine.

Details of Piaceri da GustareTime Lunch : 12.30 - 15:30 Dinner: 19:00 - 23:00

Venue: Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa

Al Mareedth Street, Ras Al Khaimah, P.O.Box 12298, United Arab Emirates

For reservations, please call – +971 7 228 8844

Visit online at rasalkhaimahresort.hilton.com or facebook.com/hiltonrasalkhaimahresort

RAK CP INSPECTS HOUSING PROJECTSCrown Prince of Ras Al Khaimah Sheikh Mohammed bin Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi hailed the country’s efforts in supporting housing programmes for the UAE citizens in various emirates and in harnessing all possible means to ensure family stability and decent living for them.

The Crown Prince also lauded the keenness of the President, His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan; His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai; and Their Highnesses Supreme Council Members and Rulers of emirates on implementing various programmes for social welfare and housing. He specially commended the continuous attention by the country’s supreme leadership to put the welfare of citizens on top of all priorities.

He made these comments while conducting an inspection tour to the Al Geel region, where he visited the ongoing site development and ground levelling in preperation for building houses for citizens.

RAK TOURISM AUTHORITY LAUNCHES ELECTRONIC SYSTEM FOR LICENCES, PERMITSUnited Arab Emirates: Wednesday, November 07 - 2012 at 04:17

The Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (TDA), in collaboration with the Electronic Government Authority (EGA), has launched a new system aimed at simplifying and facilitating registration procedures, Gulf News has reported. The Electronic Tourism Licences and Permits System will enhance customers’ experience and improve the operational capability for running the daily licences and permits, said the TDA. “The new system will allow applicants to know the initial approvals of the tourism licences and permits, inspection requests as well as updating on the status of receipts payment, the granting of licenses and permits as well as also allowing applicants the convenience of printing the documents accordingly,” the authority said.

KEYHOLE SURGERY FOR HERNIA DONE AT RAK HOSPITALA controversial surgical method for hernia repair was done by experts from RAK Hospital and telecast live to an audience of 200 doctors across the UAE.

By doing so, benefits of laparoscopic surgery over a more traditional open surgery were outlined.

The method still remains controversial among doctors. Laparoscopic surgery, also called minimally invasive surgery (MIS), bandaid surgery or keyhole surgery is a modern surgical technique in which operations in the abdomen are performed through small incisions (usually 0.5-1.5 cm) as opposed to the larger incisions needed in traditional open surgeries.

culture and environment and by clicking onto the Explore the Emirate icon, users can explore instantly the various touristic highlights and attractions.

The Hotels & Resorts icon offers information on the emirate’s range of accommodation and invites users to select their choice of hotel or resort by star rating or alphabetically by property name. The Events & Offers icon provides a list of current as well as forthcoming sports and social events, while the Wine & Dine icon gives users a guide to dining out in Ras Al Khaimah with a list of restaurants and cuisines.

The Media Centre icon allows one to discover the natural beauty of Ras Al Khaimah through an extensive image gallery, videos and latest news while the FAQ’s icon answers a wide range of frequently asked questions from dress code to interesting facts on Ras Al Khaimah.

The Ras Al Khaimah Tourism App was created by UAE based Unique Technologies, one of the fastest growing mobile software development firms in the region, in conjunction with Electronic Government Authority of Ras Al Khaimah (EGA), a Ras Al Khaimah Government facility providing residents of emirate with various residential and business e-services.

“This kind of surgery is not done frequently in the UAE because it is intricate and delicate; there is (more) scope of making mistakes,” said Dr Marc Gauer, CEO and Head of Surgery at Ras Al Khaimah Hospital that organised the event. “So, not all doctors prefer it.

“The laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair is an excellent alternative to the open hernia repair. The method is less painful and allows for shorter hospitalisation while patients are able to resume normal activities at an earlier stage,” said Dr Anup Panigrahi, Head of the Department of MIS. “Where traditional methods carry a five per cent recurrence rate, laparoscopic only amount to less than 1 per cent. All in all, it seems to be less painful and the recuperation time is 4-5 days.”

RAK FTZ SHEDS LIGHT ON KEY PRIORITIES IN THE CHANGED BUSINESS LANDSCAPEn Organises special business event for clients in

the free zone

n Experts present modules on contracting, economy, and leadership

Ras Al Khaimah, 24 November 2012: Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone (RAK FTZ) – one of the fastest-growing and most cost-effective free trade zones in the UAE – organised a special business event for its clients on 22 November 2012.

The event, held at InterContinental Dubai Festival City in Dubai, showcased a series of presentations from prominent speakers, which shed light on key priorities in the changed business landscape across the region. The event was attended by more than 400 clients of the free trade zone, from different industries such as trading, consulting, and industrial.

Maryam Al Murshedi Al Shehhi, Deputy Director General of RAK FTZ, welcomed the attendees and opened the session. In her welcome note, Al Shehhi highlighted the development and growth of RAK FTZ.

“We have 1,935 new companies in the RAK FTZ family this year, and by the end of 2012, we expect this number to increase significantly. We would like to credit this performance to a host of factors – from our transparent, investor-friendly policies to our strategic location,” she said.

Thanking the clients, Al Shehhi, added, “We would like to thank our clients for their confidence in our unique business model. This initiative to host a business lunch for our clients is aimed at boosting our interaction and commitment to our clients’ growth journey.”

The panel of prominent speakers at the event included Marcus Wallman, Partner - Commercial Advisory at Al Tamimi & Co., and Ammar Haykar, Litigation Partner at Al Tamimi & Co., who addressed the audience on ‘Contracting under the UAE law’. This address was followed by Liz Martins, Senior Economist - Global Banking and Markets at HSBC Bank Middle East Limited, whose topic was about ‘The Middle East and North Africa in a troubled global economy’.

The event also encompassed a speech by motivational speaker Carol Talbot, Owner of Matrix Training Solutions, which focused on ‘Leading from the Inside Out’.

The networking lunch after the event was attended by HH Sheikh Faisal Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Chairman of RAK FTZ who mingled and chatted with the attendees.

Kholoud El Fouly, Director of Client Relations of RAK FTZ, said: “By gathering our clients and bringing together a panel of experts to talk about the matters that add value to their businesses, we hope that it will produce a host of valuable ideas, support their particular needs and gain insights that can add value to their businesses.

The successful event is one of the many activities planned by RAK FTZ for its clients. El Fouly also revealed that RAK FTZ clients could expect more events in 2013.

RAK FTZ PARTICIPATES IN WALK 2012 TO FIGHT DIABETES IN ABU DHABIRAK FTZ supported walk 2012, which was held on the Yas Marina Circuit and organised by the Imperial College London Diabetes Centre (ICLDC). Nearly 17,000 people participated in the walk and the campaign aimed to encourage people to live healthier lifestyles and to raise awareness about diabetes and its risks.

RAK FREE TRADE ZONE CONFIRMS ITS COMMITMENT TO STRENGTHENS RELATIONSHIP WITH ITS COUNTERPARTS IN THE COUNTRYDelegation of senior officials from Ajman Free Zone Authority headed by Obaid Yousef Al Matrooshi, Head of operations, visited Ras Al Khaimah Free Trade Zone and discussed the best business practices and exchange of experiences that enhance the relationship between the authorities and result in the overall development of the UAE’s economy.


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UAE HOTEL CELEBRATES GLOBAL AWARD WITH BRAND DIRECTORS

Double Tree by Hilton Ras Al Khaimah team organizes an event for special guests after their 2012 CARE cup win.RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE — October 3, 2012 - Double Tree by Hilton Ras Al Khaimah celebrated with a CARE rally after winning the first quarter CARE Cup by Double Tree by Hilton Hotels. Double Tree by Hilton Ras Al Khaimah team members organized a CARE rally celebration for special guests - Directors of Brand Performance; Tom Stevens and Sean Wooden based in Dubai head office, and Global Head Double Tree Brand; Rob Palleschi who flew in from the USA head office in McLean Virginia, to Congratulate Double Tree by Hilton Ras Al Khaimah on earning the CARE Cup.

The CARE rally involved the display of the new CARE Cup Winner flag in front of the hotel which will be passed on to the next CARE Cup Winner on a yearly basis, the guests were then greeted with a Double Tree Cookie mocktail and a choreographed celebration dance by the team members before a recognition ceremony took place in the hotels Podium restaurant followed by a cake cutting ceremony and extensive buffet and party for the team.

Later in the evening, a special dinner took place at the Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa’s fine dining restaurant; Piaceri da Gustare for the winning CARE Committee where speeches and more interaction with the Brand team took place.

Double Tree by Hilton Ras Al Khaimah, the first Double Tree by Hilton in the United Arab Emirates opened on 2 April 2010, with 126 rooms and 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with kitchenette.

Located along Al Jazah Road, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, Double Tree by Hilton Ras Al Khaimah is in prime city location, minutes away from major attractions and business locations. For inquiries and reservations, please call +971(0)7 206 0666 or visit www.rasalkhaimah.doubletreebyhilton.com.


For a truly unforgettable occasion, Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Resort & Spa is delighted to offer the perfect destination, a choice of tempting cuisines and sparkling entertainment. Whilst you enjoy on a hassle free celebration with your family and friends, our team of festive season specialists will be ready to help you create memorable moments and unforgettable experiences.

For further information and reservations, please contact our Christmas Coordinators on: +971 7 228 8844 or [email protected]

DEC 24 Santa’s Visit Lobby 18:30 - 20:30

Christmas Eve Dinner Maarid Piaceri da Gustare

18:30 - 23:00

Christmas Cinema Kidz Paradise 19:00 onwards

DEC 25 Christmas Brunch Maarid 12:30 - 16:00

Christmas Children Story Time Kidz Paradise 19:00 - 20:00

Traditional Christmas Dinner Maarid 18:30 - 23:30

DEC 26 Christmas BBQ Buffet Al Bahar 12:30 - 16:00

DEC 31 NYE Tent Gala Dinner Al Bahar 20:00 - 02:00

NYE Italian Gala Dinner Piaceri da Gustare 18:30 - 01:00

Kidz New Years Eve Kidz Paradise 19:00 - 01:00

JAN 1 New Year Breakfast & Brunch Maarid 12:00 - 16:00

Exquisite Italian Lunch Piaceri da Gustare 12:30 - 16:00

JAN 2 Party with performers Esprit Bar 22:00 - 01:00

CELEBRATE THEFESTIVE SEASON

HILTON RAS AL KHAIMAH RESORT & SPAAl Maareedh Street | Ras Al Khaimah | P.O. Box 12298 I UAE I T: 971 (0)7 228 [email protected] | facebook.com/hiltonrasalkhaimahresort

TURKEY TAKEAWAYLet us take the hassle out of cooking Christmas dinner with our special made to order Turkey Takeaway. Order before the 16th December to enjoy 25% o�.

20TH OF DECEMBERPOOL PARTY COUNTDOWN TO 2013Relive your favourite music decade as we take a trip down memory lane, playing all the hits from the previous decades at this �nal year pool party.Venue: TreeTop | Time: 22:00 until late | Price: AED 50 inc a drink

21ST OF DECEMBER GINGERBREAD MAN BAKING CLASS Join us to mix one part cooking, one part creativity and much hands-on fun then voila, expect a secret visit from Santa! After class we will build a Gingerbread House.Venue: Podium | Time: 16:00-17:00 | Price: FREE Gingerbread House | Venue: Hilton Hotel Nafoura Lounge | Time: 17:00-18:00

24TH AND 25TH OF DECEMBERCHRISTMAS ROAST & BUFFET For an extra touch of sparkle this year, enjoy a delicious menu ofChristmas favourites and a traditional roast throughout the day.Venue: Podium | Time: 12:00 - 15:30 | Price: AED 110*

31ST DECEMBERNEW YEAR EVE GALA DINNERWelcome 2013 with a delightful bu�et and all night dancing amidst the best of the stars just next door at the Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Hotel. Venue: Hilton Poolside | Time: 22:00 – 02:00 | Price: AED 399 inc unlimited beverages

* Subject to 10% service charge.

Celebrate the festive season with DoubleTree by Hilton

Ras Al Khaimah

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON RAS AL KHAIMAHAl Jazah Road | Ras Al Khaimah | P.O. Box 11938 | U.A.ET : +971-7-2260666 | rasalkhaimah.doubletreebyhilton.com

For further information and reservations, please contact our Christmas Coordinators on: 07 204 4106 or [email protected]


FromDEC 16

Turkey Takeaway for AED 395 Al Khor

DEC 21 Gingerbread House Making Nafoura Lounge 17:00-18:00

DEC 21 Christmas Carols Lobby 18:30

DEC 24 Christmas Eve Dinner AED 110 Al Khor 18:30 - 23:00

Christmas Set Menu AED 195 Hoof ‘N Fin 19:00 - 23:00

DEC 31 NYE Gala Dinner AED 399 Poolside From 20:00

JAN 1 New Years Brunch AED 120 Al Khor 07:00 - 11:00

JAN 7 Orthodox Set Menu AED 195 Hoof ‘N Fin 19:00 - 23:00

Celebrate Christmas with a variety of dinners at Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Enjoy Turkey takeaways, Christmas carols, Traditional dinners and Orthodox menus, before celebrating the new year by the creek and poolside.

For further information and reservations, please contact our Christmas Coordinators on:07 204 4106 or [email protected]

HILTON RAS AL KHAIMAHBin Daher Street | Ras Al Khaimah | P.O. Box 11133 | UAE | T: 971 (0)7 228 [email protected] | facebook.com/hiltonrasalkhaimah

DEC 6 Tree Lighting Ceremony La Fortezza Garden 19:00

Beach Party Beach 21:00 - 02:00

DEC 23 Christmas Brunch Le Chalet Garden 11:00 - 16:00

DEC 24 Santa’s Visit Lobby & la Fortezaa Garden

17:00

Garden Christmas Buffet La Fortezza Garden 18:30 - 22:00

Christmas Set Menu Le Chalet 19:00 - 23:00

DEC 25 Christmas Breakfast La Fortezza 07:00 - 11:00

Christmas Lunch La Fortezza & Le Chalet

12:00 - 15:00

Christmas Dinner La Fortezza &Le Chalet

18:30 - 23:00

DEC 31 NYE Latin Carnival Dinner Lagoon Garden 20:00 - 02:00

NYE 1001 Nights Al Jazeera 21:00 - 02:00

NYE Malibu Explossion Malibu 21:00 - 04:00

JAN 3 New Year’s Beach Party Beach 21:00 - 02:00

Experience a memorable festive season this year at Al Hamra Fort Hotel & Beach Resort with your family and friends from a community tree lighting ceremony, Santa’s visit and a choice of exquisite dining experiences.

For further information and bookings, please contact our Christmas Coordinators on:07 244 6666 or [email protected]

AL HAMRA FORT HOTEL & BEACH RESORTAl Jazeera Street I Ras Al Khaimah I P.O. Box : 1468 | UAE I T : + 971 7 [email protected] | facebook.com/alhamraforthotel

MERRYCHRISTMAS


Perfect for birthdays, this is a great recipe for an easy, fool proof chocolate cake. It’s moist and fudgy and will stay fresh for 4-5 days.

INGREDIENTS

For the cake 225g/8oz plain flour

350g/12½oz caster sugar

85g/3oz cocoa powder

1½ tsp baking powder

1½ tsp bicarbonate of soda

2 free-range eggs

250ml/9fl oz milk

125ml/4½fl oz vegetable oil

2 tsp vanilla extract

250ml/9fl oz boiling water

EASY CHOCOLATE CAKE PERFECT FOR THE HOLIDAYS

For the chocolate icing 200g/7oz plain chocolate

200ml/7fl oz double cream

Preparation methodn Preheat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4. Grease

and line two 20cm/8in sandwich tins.

Technique: Greasing and lining cake tins

nFor the cake, place all of the cake ingredients, except the boiling water, into a large mixing bowl. Using a wooden spoon, or electric whisk, beat the mixture until smooth and well combined.

nAdd the boiling water to the mixture, a little at a time, until smooth. (The cake mixture will now be very liquid.)

nDivide the cake batter between the sandwich tins and bake in the oven for 25-35 minutes, or until the top is firm to the touch and a skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean.

nRemove the cakes from the oven and allow to cool completely, still in their tins, before icing.

nFor the chocolate icing, heat the chocolate and cream in a saucepan over a low heat until the chocolate melts. Remove the pan from the heat and whisk the mixture until smooth, glossy and thickened. Set aside to cool for 1-2 hours, or until thick enough to spread over the cake.

nTo assemble the cake, run a round-bladed knife around the inside of the cake tins to loosen the cakes. Carefully remove the cakes from the tins

Technique: Removing cakes from a cake tin

nSpread a little chocolate icing over the top of one of the chocolate cakes, then carefully top with the other cake.

nTransfer the cake to a serving plate and ice the cake all over with the chocolate icing, using a palette knife.

Technique: Icing a cake with chocolate ganache


RECIPES

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DEC 21 Christmas Carols Lobby 18:30

DEC 24 Christmas Eve Dinner AED 110 Al Khor 18:30 - 23:00

Christmas Set Menu AED 195 Hoof ‘N Fin 19:00 - 23:00

DEC 31 NYE Gala Dinner AED 399 Poolside From 20:00

JAN 1 New Years Brunch AED 120 Al Khor 07:00 - 11:00

JAN 7 Orthodox Set Menu AED 195 Hoof ‘N Fin 19:00 - 23:00

Celebrate Christmas with a variety of dinners at Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Enjoy Turkey takeaways, Christmas carols, Traditional dinners and Orthodox menus, before celebrating the new year by the creek and poolside.

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HEALTH&FITNESS

FATIGUE: TIPS TO HELP YOU RECHARGE YOUR BATTERIESRe-energizing your dead batteries will help you put fatigue to rest for good. A little effort and a positive attitude will perk you up in a flash. These simple energizing tips will give you new life.

1. Eat properly. Nutritious meals are number one in the battle against fatigue. Make sure to eat high-protein foods, such as meat, cheese, eggs and whole-grain breads with each meal. Munch on fruit when you need a snack. Avoid too much caffeine. You may want to try perking yourself up with a high potency vitamin B complex, Fifty mg. Of B15 with each meal is said to help. Cayenne pepper is another natural stimulant. You can mix a teaspoon in hot water or take it in capsule form.

2. Get your proper rest. If you are not getting enough rest at night, take a break and nap during the day. Or perhaps before you head out at night if youre a late night partygoer.

3. Keep in shape with exercise. A good daily walk will get those tired muscles moving.

4. Meditate. Any form of meditation can be a real, natural healer. Just sit quietly, breathe deeply, and let your mind forget your daily hassles. Think of pleasant things. Above all, you can fight fatigue best by keeping a positive mental attitude. Try the tips mentioned, and pamper yourself; take a break when you need it.


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According to Wikipedia, hypertension or high blood pressure is a cardiac chronic medical condition in which the systemic arterial blood pressure is elevated.

If you maintain prohibitive blood pressure, the basic gadget your doctor will commend is lifestyle changes. These changes may well include quitting smoking, losing weight, exercising frequently, dipping stress, and ingestion a diet rich in fruits and vegetables and low in fat and salt. “Many people can successfully lesser their blood pressure and risks of feeling disease by making lifestyle changes,” comments from Daniel Jones, MD, dean of the train of medicine by the side of the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, and ancient president of the American Heart Association.

For many people, however, lifestyle changes may well not be an adequate amount. Clothed in with the aim of legal action, your doctor may well prescribe medications. Current guidelines from the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure, famous as the JNC7, commend a quantity of diverse classes of drugs to reduce blood pressure in citizens with moderate to unembellished disease.

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE MEDICATIONThe classes of drugs to consider prohibitive blood pressure include:

n Diuretics: Also called “water pills,” diuretics flush water and salt from your body. With a smaller amount water or fluid, to last against, the pressure in your blood vessels decreases. Some commonly prescribed diuretics are: Hydrochlorothiazide (Hydrodiuril, Aquazide H, Microzide), indapamide (Lozol, Natrilix SR), furosemide (Lasix), metolazone (Zaroxolyn, Mykrox), chlorthalidone and chlorothiazide (Diuril).

n Beta-blockers: Beta blockers lesser blood pressure by slowing your feeling rate and dipping the force with which the feeling muscle contracts. They resolve this by preventing adrenaline (epinephrine) from stimulating special receptors in your feeling. Some commonly prescribed beta-blockers include metoprolol (Lopressor, Toprol XL), atenolol (Tenormin), carvedilol (Coreg, Dilatrend), nadolol (Corgard), and propranolol (Inderal).

n Alpha-blockers: These medications relax muscular tissue inside your blood vessels, by this it means dipping your blood pressure. Commonly prescribed alpha-blockers include: Doxazosin (Cardura), prazosin (Minipress), and terazosin (Hytrin).

n Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARBs): These two classes of drugs works by interfering with the belongings of angiotensin II, a hormone with the aim of increasing blood pressure. Some commonly prescribed ACE inhibitors are: Benazepril (Lotensin), captopril (Capoten), enalapril (Vasotec), fosinopril (Monopril), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), quinapril (Accupril), and ramipril (Altace).

Losartan (Cozaar), candesartan (Atacand, Amias), valsartan (Diovan), irbesartan (Avapro, Karvea), and olmesartan (Olmetec, Benicar) are repeatedly used angiotensin II receptor blockers.

n Calcium channel blockers (CCBs): These medications decelerate the rate by the side of which calcium passes into your blood vessels, like so relaxing the vessels, higher blood pour through them, and lowering your blood pressure. Commonly prescribed CCBs include: Amlodipine (Norvasc), diltiazem (Cardizem LA, Dilacor, Tiazac), felodipine (Plendil), nicardipine (Cardene), nifedipine (Procardia, Procardia XL), and nisoldipine (Sular).

Some patients, especially folks with more unembellished hypertension, may well need a combination of single or more drugs from diverse classes, Jones says.

SIDE EFFECTS OF HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE MEDICATIONSWhile with all medications, blood pressure drugs are associated with piece belongings in selected people. Common piece belongings of prohibitive blood pressure medications include lightheadedness (especially whilst you attitude up similar to duplicity down), fatigue, inconvenience sleeping, dry opening, dry cough, headaches, flushing, nausea, bloating, constipation, and depression. Some men may well face problems maintaining an erection whilst they take some prohibitive blood pressure medications. Some antihypertensive drugs can cause the amount of potassium in your blood to fall.

“You should talk to your doctor not far off from some changes you notice,” Jones advises. If single medicine causes piece belongings, your doctor ought to toil with you to unearth a diverse medication to control your blood pressure.

KEEPING HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE UNDER CONTROLTo decrease your venture of feeling disease and stroke, it is of great consequence with the aim of you to take steps to keep your blood pressure under control. Clothed in addition to a healthy diet, regular problem, and avoiding smoking, anti-hypertensive medications can help, it’s immediately a carry some weight of pronouncement the appropriate drug or combination of drugs in place of you.

HigH Blood Pressure (HyPertension) treatments

“Many people can successfully lesser their blood pressure and risks of feeling disease by making lifestyle changes”


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with a doc, follow these guidelines to healthfully pack on some pounds.

Keep a food diary. Chart what and when you eat every day for several weeks to learn about your eating habits and identify places to add calories. Online programs like MyFitnessPal and Fitday can make tracking easy-peasy. (They’re also good tools for keeping track of your actual weight.)

Add it up. Try adding an extra 200+ calories a day in the beginning, says Cassetty, and adjust up or down depending on results.

Focus on quality, not quantity. Even when you’re trying to gain weight, burgers, chips, and milkshakes all day (’err day) isn’t great for a body. Instead, choose nutrient-dense foods from all food groups, says Cassetty. Good options include whole grains like whole wheat pasta, fruits and vegetables, nuts, and lean protein.

Eat more frequently. And never skip meals! It’s easy to feel full fast when you start introducing more calories into each meal; changes in food intake might also bring on gastrointestinal issues and even acne. Make things easier on your belly by spreading calorie intake out over five to six smaller meals throughout the day.

Snack dense. Choose calorie-dense snacks like nuts, cheese, dried fruits, yogurt with granola, avocados, and pretzels or whole grain crackers with nut butters or hummus. If leaving the house for a while, pack snacks for calories-on-the-go.

Drink calorically. Instead of diet soda and other low-cal drinks, choose filling, high-calorie beverages like smoothies, healthy shakes, or liquid meal replacements. Drink fluids in

between meals to add calories and to avoid filling up on beverages during meals (which might make people eat less solid food).

Eat before bed. Consider this your permission slip for the midnight munchies. A lot of healing and regeneration happens while we sleep, so eating before bed can give your body the nutrients it needs to do the work. Nom down on a PB & J or a wrap with avocado, vegetables, and lean meat or cheese.

Set attainable goals. And remember to be patient. Just like weight loss, weight gain is a process — and often a slow one, Cassetty says. Gaining might take years, so don’t give up hope if you don’t pack on immediate pounds. The rate at which a person needs to gain weight depends on their health goals and current health status, and a physician or nutritionist can help establish a reasonable goal weight. Signs of reaching an ideal weight include increased energy, stabilized hunger patterns, and overall good health.

Get support. It’s important to have a strong support system throughout the process of gaining weight, Cassetty says — both to help gainers achieve their goals and to cope with the emotional issues that might arise from bodily changes. One of the best ways to adjust to changing size is to spend time noticing and appreciating how your “new” body appears in the mirror, says Greatist Expert and psychologist Ellen Langer.

Dress nice. Don’t put off feeling good about your appearance. Talk nicely to yourself and choose outfits that make you feel good, no matter what you weigh.

HOW TO GAIN WEIGHT THE HEALTHY WAY

Back in college, I had a problem (one which I no longer have): I was too thin. People, especially my girlfriends, seemed to hate me for it — and they hated me even more for complaining that it was a problem. But it was: I was tired all the time. Anxious. Irritable. Barely strong enough to carry my groceries the 12 blocks home. Regardless of how well my skinny jeans fit, I knew that in order to improve my quality of life, I needed to gain weight.

I’ve maintained a healthier weight for several years now, but I’m hardly the first person to struggle with putting on some pounds. Whether a person wants to gain weight because they’re sick of being tired all the time or just wants to hit a healthier body weight (back included), Greatist has the info and advice on how to make it happen.

THE SKINNY ON BEING SKINNY — THE NEED-TO-KNOWThere are lots of theories about why naturally thin people have the bodies they do, from genetics to stronger satiety cues (some people can feel fuller faster, prompting them to eat less)[1][2]. Regardless, it’s important to note that if someone is underweight it’s not proof-positive that they have an eating disorder.

According to the Body Mass Index (BMI) scale (which uses a person’s weight and height to estimate their level of body fat), having a Body Mass Index of less than 18.5 qualifies as being underweight. Interestingly, of all the BMI calculators we sampled, every one of them included information on

how to lose weight. None of them recognized that some people might in fact be looking to gain weight. Perhaps this is because underweight people are an increasing minority. The number of Americans who are underweight is the lowest it’s been since 1988: Approximately two percent of adult women and one percent of adult men fell into the category of “underweight” between 2007 and 2010.

Whatever the reason for thinness, people sometimes invalidate the health concerns of those who need to gain weight. There’s a stereotype that nobody can be naturally underweight, says Greatist Expert and trainer Jen Cassetty, so, naturally thin people often face some kind of discrimination. Yet underweight people (particularly men) are just as much at risk for health concerns as overweight and obese people. Being significantly underweight is associated with negative health effects that include lack of energy, nutritional deficiencies, a weakened immune system, osteoporosis, and, in women, loss of menstrual function and complications with pregnancy. So Greatist decided to shine a light on this oft-overlooked version of weight maintenance.

THE BEEF ON BEEFING UP — YOUR ACTION PLANAs with any diet or exercise plan, it’s important to consult a physician or nutritionist before adopting any weight gain diet. A doctor can also help rule out other health issues that might be contributing to being underweight, such as thyroid problems, parasites, or disordered eating. After chatting


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TEAMING UP WITH TEACHERSA successful school year begins with teamwork — between you, your child and your child’s teachers. As your child heads back to school, consider these suggestions for building a positive, collaborative relationship with his teachers:

Treat the teacher as an expert. Be positive in your attitude and approach, making it a habit to contact the teacher under positive circumstances. Showing up only when you want to discuss a problem can push a teacher into defensive mode as soon as you walk through the door.

When discussing your child, start many of your questions with, “What can I do? . . .” Let the teacher know you and your child are taking responsibility for learning.

Recognize that there are practical limitations on what the teacher can do. If your child needs to follow a certain system for keeping track of homework, create the paperwork yourself so that the teacher needs to only fill in a few blanks.

Don’t rely solely on the information you get from your child about a particular incident. Naturally, your personal loyalty rests with your child, but do your best to look at the situation objectively and see it through the eyes of the teacher.

Discuss the conversations you have with the teacher openly with your child. Emphasize the positive areas that you and the teacher discussed, and brainstorm how to use those strengths to improve in other areas.

Help your child understand and value a variety of teaching methods. Every teacher is a lesson in learning. By helping your child appreciate the unique styles of different teachers, you’ll prepare him to use his strengths to cope with life’s many other differences.

SOOTHE SEPARATION ANXIETY WITH SODASChildren often experience a mixture of emotions when they join a new sports team, start a new grade in school or are put into a situation that requires them to interact with new people. While some are excited, others may be fearful. Stomachaches are a common symptom of separation anxiety, which children may experience when they are afraid of leaving their parents for a new environment. If your child is struggling with separation anxiety, the SODAS method may help him or her overcome the fear and leave the anxiety behind.

The SODAS method of decision making gives families a structured process to go through together when facing challenges. Just as certain bubbly sodas can help calm an upset stomach, you can use SODAS to help a child who is afraid to start school, ride the bus or join a new sports team.

Situation - The first step to solving any problem is defining it. Talk through what is causing your child to feel afraid. Ask specific, open-ended questions like “What makes you feel afraid?”

Options - Come up with options for how your child can solve his or her problem. Let your child list good and bad options.

Disadvantages and Advantages - Work with your child to identify and list the disadvantages and advantages of each option you listed in the “Options” step.

Solution - Help your child choose a solution based on which option has the most advantages.


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TEN BASIC PRINCIPLES OF GOOD PARENTINGAre you constantly searching the latest on parenting to make sure you are doing everything exactly right? It’s time to relax. Temple University psychologist, Laurence Steinberg, says that perfect parents just don’t exist.

“Most parents are pretty good parents,” says Steinberg, “But I’ve never met a parent who is perfect 100 percent of the time. We all can improve our batting average.”

Sports analogies are useful to Steinberg, the concept of the book came from his own desire to improve his golf game. “I was reading, probably for the 10th time, Harvey Penick’s Little Red Golf Book,” he says. “It is built around a series of very short essays that cover very basic principles.

“As I was reading it, I was thinking that this might be a good way to teach people how to be better parents.” Steinberg, the Distinguished University Professor and the Laura Carnell Professor of Psychology at Temple, wrote the newly released The Ten Basic Principles of Good Parenting (Simon & Schuster). This easy to follow how-to book uses the formula that works for golf to improve parenting. He believes it is the perfect format for today’s busy parents.

Here is a quick overview of the Ten Basic Principles:

1. What you do matters.“Tell yourself that every day. How you treat and respond to your child should come from a knowledgeable, deliberate sense of what you want to accomplish. Always ask yourself: What effect will my decision have on my child?”

2. You cannot be too loving.“When it comes to genuine expressions of warmth and affection, you cannot love your child too much. It is simply not possible to spoil a child with love. What we often think of as the product of spoiling a child is never the result of showing a child too much love. It is usually the consequence of giving a child things in place of love—things like leniency, lowered expectations or material possessions.”

3. Be involved in your child’s life.“Being an involved parent takes time and is hard work, and it often means rethinking and rearranging your priorities. It frequently means sacrificing what you want to do for what your child needs you to do. Be there mentally as well as physically.”

4. Adapt your parenting to fit your child.“Make sure your parenting keeps pace with your child’s development. You may wish you could slow down or freeze-frame your child’s life, but this is the last thing he wants. You may be fighting getting older, but all he wants is to grow up. The same drive for independence that is making your three-year-old say ‘no’ all the time is what’s motivating him to be toilet trained. The same intellectual growth spurt that is making your 13-year-old curious and inquisitive in the classroom also is making her argumentative at the dinner table.”

5. Establish and set rules.“If you don’t manage your child’s behavior when he is young, he will have a hard time learning how to manage himself when he is older and you aren’t around. Any time of the day or night, you should always be able to answer these three questions: Where is my child? Who is with my child? What is my child doing? The rules your child has learned from you are going to shape the rules he applies to himself.”

6. Foster your child’s independence.“Setting limits helps your child develop a sense of self-control. Encouraging independence helps her develop a sense of self-direction. To be successful in life, she’s going to need both. Accepting that it is normal for children to push for autonomy is absolutely key to effective parenting. Many parents mistakenly equate their child’s independence with rebelliousness or disobedience. Children push for independence because it is part of human nature to want to feel in control rather than to feel controlled by someone else.”

7. Be consistent.“If your rules vary from day to day in an unpredictable fashion, or if you enforce them only intermittently, your child’s misbehavior is your fault, not his. Your most important disciplinary tool is consistency. Identify your non-negotiables. The more your authority is based on wisdom and not on power, the less your child will challenge it.”

8. Avoid harsh discipline.“Of all the forms of punishment that parents use, the one with the worst side effects is physical punishment. Children who are spanked, hit or slapped are more prone to fighting with other children. They are more likely to be bullies and more likely to use aggression to solve disputes with others.”

9. Explain your rules and decisions.“Good parents have expectations they want their child to live up to. Generally, parents overexplain to young children and underexplain to adolescents. What is obvious to you may not be evident to a 12-year-old. He doesn’t have the priorities, judgment or experience that you have.”

10. Treat your child with respect.“The best way to get respectful treatment from your child is to treat him respectfully. You should give your child the same courtesies you would give to anyone else. Speak to him politely. Respect his opinion. Pay attention when he is speaking to you. Treat him kindly. Try to please him when you can. Children treat others the way their parents treat them. Your relationship with your child is the foundation for her relationships with others.”

There is no guarantee that following these guidelines will result in perfect parents... remember, there is no such thing!

“Raising children is not something we think of as especially scientific,” says Steinberg. “But parenting is one of the most well-researched areas in the entire field of social science. It has been studied for 75 years, and the findings have remained remarkably consistent over time.”

“The advice in the book is based on what scientists who study parenting have learned from decades of systematic research involving hundreds of thousands of families. What I’ve done is to synthesize and communicate what the experts have learned in a language that non-experts can understand.”

Good parenting, says Steinberg, is “parenting that fosters psychological adjustment—elements like honesty, empathy, self-reliance, kindness, cooperation, self-control and cheerfulness.

“There is no more important job in any society than raising children, and there is no more important influence on how children develop than their parents.”


BIGGEST PARENTING MISTAKESBossy Child Laurie and Jim’s 10-year-old daughter, Haley, snooped into her mom’s Facebook account, didn’t like what she read, and became hypervigilant about her mother’s behavior. She reads her text messages, disapproves of her clothing and gets upset if she’s late coming home. Little Haley says she doesn’t trust her mother and needs to track her every move. Dr. Phil tells the parents, “You cannot abdicate control. That’s one of the biggest mistakes parents don’t know they’re making. You don’t want to abdicate control.” He tells Laurie, “You do want to secure your status as the mother. You do need to assert your authority, not just for your own sanity, but for hers.” Dr. Phil recommends Laurie put a password on her computer and phone, learn how to say no and put down clear boundaries for her daughter.

- Don’t abdicate control - Do secure your status - Do assert your authority

Picky Eater Angela says her 9-year-old son will only eat a small list of foods “candy, cookies and dessert, pasta, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, Sloppy Joes, hot dogs, apples with peanut butter, grapes, flavored yogurt “and refuses to try anything new. She says family meals have become a battle, and he often goes to bed without eating. Angela worries about the effect his limited diet has on his health. Dr.

Sears says the short list of what her son is willing to eat is actually pretty nutritious. He explains that when his children didn’t like what was served, he didn’t take it personally. “I say, Well, this is what›s served. I›m not making you anything else, but feel free, if you want to go make yourself a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Dr. Phil says Angela should pick her battles. He explains that kids control three things: what they take in, what they put out and what they say. They have a lot of choice in these matters. This is their power. Sometimes we have to fight those battles, but those are three that if you can avoid fighting those, you need to avoid fighting them. Dr. Phil explains that she can›t guilt-induce her son into liking something. What you don›t want to do is make this a battleground because it foretells an eating disorder. You don›t want to make this a huge issue. And I promise you, kids will eat the placemat when they get hungry enough, he says. This kid will start eating. He’ll find what he likes, and he’ll start eating, and he’ll go through this phase of being picky.

Dr. Sears says if Angela includes her son in preparing the meals, he can choose foods that he will eat. If he feels like he has control, there will be less anxiety, there will be less resistance. This had become a battle of wills. You don’t want that. You want to disengage from this, Dr. Phil says.

- Don’t pick wrong battles - Do consider child’s desires

Picky Dresser Vicki says her 7-year-old daughter, Raelee, is very selective about what clothes she wears and the way she looks. She changes her clothes repeatedly and throws a temper tantrum every morning if her outfits don’t perfectly match and her shoes aren’t just right. Is this a sign of something more serious? “I just want her to be happy. I don’t want her to worry about the way she looks at 7,” the mom says. Dr. Phil tells Vicki, “I think this is a little girl who, on the upside, is taking pride in how she looks. She pays attention to it. It matters to her if she has a spot on her shirt.” Dr. Phil tells Vicki to consider letting Raelee have an impact on what clothing is bought for her and maybe having fewer clothing choices would help. Dr. Sears says, “She has some anxiety about how she dresses, and I think you’re treating that with more anxiety. You’re yelling at her, her brothers are yelling at her, and she’s kind of getting the message that I’m not good at dressing myself, so I›m going to have to really obsess about how I look. He recommends that Vicki ask her daughter for fashion advice and opinion when she gets dressed, to take the focus off herself. Dr. Phil says he and Robin let their son, Jay, wear his Hawaiian Jams shorts and red high-top sneakers without laces every day when he was young, because it made him happy.

You go with it, and they’ll move through it. She has a fashion sense and a desire. Embrace that. Embrace her nuances, but you don›t want to fight her individuality here. You›re picking the wrong battle.

- Don’t fight individuality - Do embrace a child’s nuances

Animal Phobia Susan says her 6-year-old daughter is scared of all animals and bugs. She refuses to walk from the car to the house if she sees any creature in the yard. Susan says the phobia has been going on for five years, and she worries her daughter is missing out on life because of her fears. Dr. Phil says all phobias come down to a fear of losing control. It’s important for parents not to ignore their child’s fears but to empower him or her with skills for mastery. A therapist can help, using systematic desensitization. “That is where you teach the child to call up a relaxed and calm state and then maintain that in the presence of ever-increasing stimuli. So, first it might just be the thought of an animal, then maybe the picture of the animal, then maybe an animal 30 or 40 feet away, and then 10 feet away, and then you get in what’s called in vivo, where you’re actually in the presence of an animal in the world. Now the good news is this: This is not a serious mental disorder or mental illness. It responds very well to treatment in a very short period of time. This is something that could very well be resolved in a couple of weeks.”

- Don’t ignore an issue that matters to your child - Do empower with skills for mastery

Kissing Curiosity Laura says her 6-year-old son came home from school singing the song, “I Kissed a Girl.” What started out as a few smooches on the playground has escalated. A teacher informed Laurie and her husband that their son and some classmates gathered in a circle, pulled their pants down and exposed their privates to each other. Her son cried when they asked him about it. Later, he was caught kissing more girls. She wants to know if this is normal behavior. Pediatrician Dr. Jim Sears says it’s nothing to worry about. “At 6 years old, when it’s with kids the same age, not an older child or a younger child, generally, we just consider it curiosity,” he says. “In your mind, it’s the same as if he was picking all the other kids’ noses: inappropriate. He’s violating boundaries.” Dr. Phil agrees. “I think this is exploratory behavior. The big mistake parents make here is to either overreact or under react to this.” He says the child needs to be taught where boundaries are, that it’s inappropriate and rude behavior. “You don’t want to shame a child about this. And if they have curiosity, then satisfy the curiosity at home with discussions, with books, whatever.”

- Don’t label the child - Do teach personal boundaries

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HOW TO PARENT BASED ON YOUR CHILD’S PERSONALITYWhat is your definition of success as a parent? Most parents have career goals or relationship goals, but fail to set goals for parenting. You need to have a clear definition of success as a parent, and the steps you’ll take to get there. One guest’s definition is seeing her children growing up happy and secure and feeling good about themselves. Dr. Phil says this is a great goal, but adds that all parents should “help their children discover their authentic self — discovering that which is truly, uniquely theirs.” Find your children’s strengths and then go with them.

Do what works. Some parents yell at their children or spank them repeatedly, only to have them disobey.

Dr. Phil advises against this type of parenting. “If you’re doing something that works, then you shouldn’t have to do it over and over again,” he says. If you are parenting effectively, it should change the honor, respect, and obedience in your children. If it doesn’t, you may need to change your style to meet the needs of your kids.

Different children need to be parented differently. “You’ve got to be a chameleon,” Dr. Phil says. “You’ve got to change styles with different children.” For example, if you’re an authoritarian parent, you may want to take a less direct approach with a rebellious child. Allow them to decide some things, and come up with some ideas and solutions.

Spend time with children individually. Celebrate you children’s differences. “I think it’s very important that children feel special at home so they feel special when they go out into the world,” Dr. Phil says. “One of the best ways to do that is for you to have a unique relationship with each one of them.” While Dr. Phil thinks family rituals are important, seperate activities with children can also help them appreciate their individuality.

Modeling is important. Children learn what they live. Are you asking your kids to clean their rooms when they see that your room is a mess? This does not create accountability in children, Dr. Phil says. Do what you say you’re going to do and step up your own game!

Children should predict the consequences of their actions. “When you determine a consequence, it has to be determined on whether it works or not,” Dr. Phil says. One guest would take away her children’s video games if they didn’t clean their rooms, but they would still be able to watch videos. “Personally, I would go home and say, ‘I want the room cleaned, and anything that isn’t in its proper place in one hour is gone. It’s going to the shelter,’” Dr. Phil suggests. By making her children predict the consequences of their behavior with 100 percent accuracy, they will learn to keep their rooms clean, and they will learn the lesson of accountability in life.


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BEST NAIL COLOURS FOR WINTER 2012Painting nails is like killing two birds with one stone. On one hand, this is a great way to take care of yourself, a number one step of beauty regime. Since men are not familiar with paining nails (I mean, regular men, not EMOs), polished nails distinguish women from men and make it the easiest way to attract the opposite sex. It’s also a great way of spending your free time at ease. Imagine painting your nails while being completly gassed – definitely not possible.

As we all know, not only clothes are affected with seasons. Nails get seasonal too. In Winter 2012, there are quite a few remarkable nail trends to follow. Colours always play the first fiddle so why don’t you take advantage of winter weather and stay home to try new nail colours? Here they are!

Number one, burgundy. This colour nods to the trendy wine hue palette and it’s a winter classic that never goes out of style. Rich, deep, and sophisticated, it shines with a polished perfection. Wear it with a deep burgundy lip for a classic evening look as seen in Salvatore Ferragamo. Guess who is sporting burgundy nails? Selena Gomez herself!

Number two, silver and gold. Of course not at one go. This season

presents a new take on these classic hues. Silver is more reminiscent of a gunmetal gray whereas gold plays with green undertones. Keep the polish short and square to avoid looking too vampy (Fergie sports the trend impeccably). Search for inspiration in runway as the trend was seen in Chanel fashion show.

Number three, emerald green. You’ll love this shimmering and electrifying colour just like Rihanna does. The rock star-worthy colour extends a huge nail polish trend of last seasons, jade green (aka mint) invented by Karl Lagerfeld himself. Ready to amplify any holiday ensemble? Paint your long round talons in emerald green for an instant effect!

Number four, nude. The contemporary fashion staple: there were pumps, bags and now we have nails. The perfect beige is the modern way to wear a nude nail. Choose the rounder tips to elongate the fingers just like Lady Gaga. Spice it up a bit with a half-moon manicure consisting of black and beige, as in Phillip Lim.

Always keep in mind that good nude nail polish can go from casual to dressy.


The weather outside may be unsightly, but your skin doesn’t have to be. How to banish dry skin and give your winter skin care regimen a boost.

For many people, the cold clear days of winter bring more than just a rosy glow to the cheeks. They also bring uncomfortable dryness to the skin of the face, hands, and feet. For some people, the problem is worse than just a general tight, dry feeling: They get skin so dry it results in flaking, cracking, even eczema (in which the skin becomes inflamed).

1. Seek a SpecialistIf you go to your local drugstore, you’ll be hard put to find a salesperson who can give you good advice. That’s why going to an esthetician or dermatologist even once is a good investment. Such a specialist can analyze your skin type, troubleshoot your current skin care regimen, and give you advice on the skin care products you should be using.

But that doesn’t mean you’ll be stuck buying high-end products. “Inexpensive products work just as well as high-end ones,” says David Voron, MD, a dermatologist in Arcadia, Calif. “In fact, the extra price you pay for the expensive stuff is often just for packaging and marketing. What’s most important is how your skin responds to the product -- and how you like its feel, not how much money you paid for it.”

2. Moisturize MoreYou may have found a moisturizer that works just fine in spring and summer. But as weather conditions change, so, too, should your skin care routine. Find an “ointment” moisturizer that’s oil-based, rather than water-based, as the oil will create a protective layer on the skin that retains more moisture than a cream or lotion. (Hint: Many lotions labeled as “night creams” are oil-based.)

3. Slather on the SunscreenNo, sunscreen isn’t just for summertime. Winter sun -- combined with snow glare -- can still damage your skin. Try applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen to your face and your hands (if they’re exposed) about 30 minutes before going outside. Reapply frequently if you stay outside a long time.

4. Give Your Hands a HandThe skin on your hands is thinner than on most parts of the body and has fewer oil glands. That means it’s harder to keep your hands moist, especially in cold, dry weather. This can lead to itchiness and cracking. Wear gloves when you go outside; if you need to wear wool to keep your hands warm, slip on a thin cotton glove first, to avoid any irritation the wool might cause.

5. Avoid Wet Gloves and Socks

Wet socks and gloves can irritate your skin and cause itching, cracking, sores, or even a flare-up of eczema.

6. Hook Up the HumidifierCentral heating systems (as well as space heaters) blast hot dry air

throughout our homes and offices. Humidifiers get more moisture in the air, which helps prevent your skin from drying out. Place several small humidifiers throughout your home; they help disperse the moisture more evenly.

7. Hydrate for Your Health, Not for Your SkinIf you’ve heard it once, you’ve heard it a thousand times: Drinking water helps your skin stay young looking. In fact, it’s a myth. Water is good for your overall health and “the skin of someone who is severely dehydrated will benefit from fluids. But the average person’s skin does not reflect the amount of water being drunk,” Kenneth Bielinski, MD, a dermatologist in Oak Lawn, Ill., tells WebMD “It’s a very common misconception.”

LaPlante agrees. “I see clients at the spa who drink their 10 to 12 glasses of water a day and still have superdry skin. It just doesn’t do that much.”

8. Grease Up Your FeetYes, those minty foot lotions are lovely in the hot summer months, but during the winter, your feet need stronger stuff. Try finding lotions that contain petroleum jelly or glycerine instead. And use exfoliants to get the dead skin off periodically; that helps any moisturizers you use to sink in faster and deeper.

9. Pace the PeelsIf your facial skin is uncomfortably dry, avoid using harsh peels, masks, and alcohol-based toners or astringents, all of which can strip vital oil from your skin. Instead, find a cleansing milk or mild foaming cleanser, a toner with no alcohol, and masks that are “deeply hydrating,” rather than clay-based, which tends to draw moisture out of the face. And use them a little less often.

10. Ban Superhot BathsSure, soaking in a burning-hot bath feels great after frolicking out in the cold. But the intense heat of a hot shower or bath actually breaks down the lipid barriers in the skin, which can lead to a loss of moisture. “You’re better off with just warm water,” LaPlante advises, “and staying in the water a shorter amount of time.”

A lukewarm bath with oatmeal or baking soda, can help relieve skin that is so dry it has become itchy, Bielinski notes. So, too, can periodically reapplying your moisturizer. If those techniques don’t work, go see a dermatologist. “You may need a prescription lotion to combat the dry skin,” Bielinski says. “Or you may have a condition that isn’t simply dry skin and that requires different treatment.”

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BEAUTY TIPS FOR WINTER


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Winter comes and brings the message of buying peanuts that would be cracked beside the fireplace. Getting cloaked in loads of pullovers, snuggling in quilts and all such cozy thoughts, captures the mind as soon as winter season arrives. But those comfy feelings take a break when your skin gets flawed by the cold winds of winters. Never mind. All such problems can be kept away by taking a little care of your skin during the season. Healthy and flawless skin attracts the attention of everyone with its beauty.

The texture of our skin depends on the external treatments over and above the diet, we are taking. The skin rejuvenates and revitalizes from within, if we take a proper nutritious diet. Moisture can be retained to the skin by drinking good amount of water. Moreover, water also helps to keep skin problems at a distance. A diet comprised of fruits and vegetables also provides water to our body. For softening the skin, primrose syrup and olive oil should be added to the diet. Following natural beauty tips / home remedies can do wonders to your skin.

To clean your skin, make use of green gram powder paste instead of soap. Its regular use would leave you with soft and supple skin.

Before taking a bath, apply a little coconut oil on your body to get rid off dryness and chaps. If you’re using soap, then use a creamy one which will provide extra suppleness to your skin.

In winter, moisturize your skin with good moisturizers and cold creams. It should be applied to your face as well as the body, and at least thrice a day, especially before going to bed.

To retain the lost moisture from bathing, add a few drops of oil to the water that would be used in bathing. Avoid bathing with very hot water during winter because it can lessen the skin’s natural oils.

To treat your legs, add a few oil drops in the water and soak your legs. For hands, use rubber gloves while exposing them to water. Always cover your nails by applying a base coat on them.

Use a good petroleum jelly as a weather shield for your lips. At times, butter can also be used to get extra softness and to cure chapped lips.

SECRETS FOR FLAWLESS SKIN – EvEN DURING WINTER MONTHS

We all know one baby-faced person with perfect skin. No blemishes, no dry spots – just a smooth, clear, radiant complexion. How do they achieve and maintain such a perfect complexion year-round? Here are some secrets.

1.Science and Medicine. The main thing women use to achieve the baby-face complexion are pills. There are several different kinds of pills that can control acne; birth control, hormones, antibiotics or pills specifically made for controlling acne. If you want to go this route, talk with your doctor and find out which would best be suited for you. If you are nature-oriented and do not want to mess around with pills, keep on reading. There are more beauty care secrets!

2.Use Cool Water. Many of us have long been taught that drying out your skin is the best way to control acne. We have news! It’s not. Drying out your skin will cause it to produce more oil to gain back its ‘protective layer’. Washing your face with a mild gel, such as Cetaphil or Spectrojel, and rinsing with cool-lukewarm water will keep your skin clean and clear without drying it out.

3.Keep Hydrated – Inside and Out. Aside from drinking plenty of water each day, fill your sink with lukewarm

or cool water and add a few drops of oil. Coconut oil and Almond Oil are great choices. Hold your breath and soak your face for as long as you can. Come up for air and keep soaking for about 3-5 minutes. Your skin loves to soak up water, and you probably know that after having a long bath your skin feels the most soft and smooth. Finish your soak by immediately applying a light, unscented facial moisturizer and either let your skin air-dry or gently pat dry with a towel.

4.Blot Excess Oil. If your skin is constantly oily and shiny, blot with oil absorbing sheets. There are many different brands and they all have one main goal; to remove excess oil without the need for adding more pore-clogging powder to your face. Keeping as less stuff off your face as possible will keep it looking fresh and healthy.

5.Keep it Clean! The number one rule of maintaining healthy looking and flawless skin is to keep your hands off it. Your hands and fingertips are crawling with bacteria. You don’t want this on your face and seeping into your pores. This is the number one way breakouts occur! Try to keep as much away from your face as possible and always remember to wash off your makeup at the end of each day.


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LIFE IN THE NORTH Al HAmrA mArinA And YAcHt club Set on the mouth of the lagoon, The Al Hamra Marina is an extension of the Al Hamra Village, Ras Al Khaimah. The Marina and Yacht Club were designed and installed by Europe’s leading pontoon supplier Poralu Marine and is the last significant fuelling stop for vessels and guests in the Arabian Gulf.

The Al Hamra Marina comprises of 200 wet berths and caters to motor boats, yachts and inflatables measuring 10 feet to 90 feet in length. The marina offers secure berths with a modern and sophisticated gate pass entry. All water pontoons provide power supply and fresh water hoses. The marina’s all tide access is operated by yacht masters and offers a shelter of ease for maneuvering at the dock. Facilities include: offering chandlery, maintenance, training, charter boats and water sport facilities.

The Al Hamra Marina’s Clubhouse was built to suit the mood and occasions for visitors and water sport enthusiasts. It is the perfect combination of dining facilities and management offices for the Royal Yacht Club. The Royal Yacht Club is instrumental in organizing activities like on water events and competitions for the Marina.

Al Hamra Marina and Yacht Club will also be hosting Sailing Arabia, The Tour 2013 in February.

Membership of the Al Hamra Marina and Yacht Club gives you access to a range of benefits and services designed to enhance your Marina experience. As a member you will be helping to develop the Club while at the same time get to enjoy great Club events! Our membership is open to all and offers great benefits…so don’t delay – join today!

MEMBERSHIP RATES:nAED 2,000 per Family (2 adults and 2 kids)

nAED 1,500 per Individual

nAED 800 per Sailor / Non-berth holder (up to 18 years)

n AED 25 per person for Day Members

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS:nAnnual Membership from joining date;

n15% discount in F&B outlets;

nPreferred rates on AXA Yacht Insurance, RAK Sailing Academy, Banyan Tree Beach Club and Al Wadi Resort;

n Reserved Lounge and Meeting Rooms – 1st floor of Marina Clubhouse;

nMembership to the UAE Sailing and Rowing Federation;

nMember of Art Marine Marinas Network – 3 days complimentary berthing in any of the Marina’s of the network.

nStarting this month, Al Hamra Marina is pleased to announce the upcoming attractive Berthing Tariffs:

Annual Rate (12 months)nFrom 31 feet upto 100 feet: AED 38.00 ft/

month

nFrom 15 feet upto 30 feet: AED 35.00 ft/month

Half Yearly Rate (6 months)n From 31 feet up to 100 feet: AED 41.00 ft/

month

nFrom 15 feet up to 30 feet: AED 38.00 ft/month

Quarterly Rate (3 months)nFrom 31 feet up to 100 feet: AED 44.00 ft/

month

nFrom 15 feet up to 30 feet: AED 41.00 ft/month

nBelow 14.9 Feet: Price Upon Request

Dry BerthAvailability up to 25 ft for AED 39 ft/month – including launching, hauling and cleaning

Only a 45 minute drive from Dubai by road and three hours at average cruising speed by sea, The Al Hamra Marina is the perfect weekend destination for travelers, world sailing pioneers, boat owners and berthing yachts.

For more information call us on 07 243 2274 or email [email protected] and website: www.alhamramarina.com


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The Al Hamra Marina is an extension of the Al Hamra Village, Ras Al Khaimah. The Marina and Yacht Club were designed and installed by Europe’s leading pontoon supplier Poralu Marine and is the last significant fuelling stop for vessels and guests in the Arabian Gulf. Set on the mouth of the lagoon, The Al Hamra Marina is an extension of the Al Hamra Village, Ras Al Khaimah. The Al Hamra Marina comprises of 200 wet berths and caters to motor boats, yachts and inflatables measuring 10 feet to 90 feet in length. The marina offers secure berths with a modern and sophisticated gate pass entry. Al Hamra Marina and Yacht Club will also be hosting Sailing Arabia, The Tour 2013 in February.

The Al Hamra Marina’s Clubhouse was built to suit the mood and occasions for visitors and water sport enthusiasts. It is the perfect combination of dining facilities and management offices for the Royal Yacht Club and the Marine Division of the National Transport Agency.

The Al Hamra Marina and Yacht club is currently under refurbishment. The entire restaurant is being refurbished from floor to ceiling which means an entire new look for the bar and restaurant. Post the facelift, members and visitors will be introduced to a New Breakfast menu on offer from 8 am every day. The New A la Carte menu will include fresh salads, seafood, steaks on sizzling platters and carefully selected sweets.

The Ladies Night continues to be the highlight of the week every Wednesday with free cocktails, entertainment and foot tapping music.

For those who love the old school feel, The Retro Nights will be back every Thursday with live music, karaoke and happy hours. All you need for these Thursday evenings is a good pair of dancing shoes and you’re guaranteed to have a great time.

Don’t miss checking out our new interiors with Shaded terraces, overlooking the Crystal blue waters of the Arabian Gulf. Only a 45 minute drive from Dubai by road and three hours at average cruising speed by sea, The Al Hamra Marina is the perfect weekend destination for travelers, world sailing pioneers, boat owners and berthing yachts.

FIESTA BANDMusic is entertainment and at Al Hamra Clubs and restaurants, we are committed to delivering music from all eras to get our guests dancing and swaying to their favourite tunes. With that in mind, Al Hamra is proud to welcome their newest musical addition to the Al Hamra Golf Club and Al Hamra Marina and Yacht Club - The Fiesta Trio.

The Fiesta Trio is a Ukrainian band and plays Jazz, Lounge, Blues and Pop music. The Band comprises of three members – Victor, (guitarist and singer)Julia, (lead singer) Anna on the Saxophone.

The Band will be a prominent feature across Al Hamra Golf Club and The Al Hamra Marina and Yacht club restaurants. The band can perform as a group as well as individually.

Band Schedule: SUNDAY – ‘Fiesta Trio’ will play at the Lagoons Terrace starting from 7 PM.

TUESDAY – ‘Fiesta Trio’ will be live on stage at Zahara’s Terrace at 5 PM, followed by the Pesto Corniche Upper Terrace from 7 PM onwards.

WEDNESDAY – ‘Fiesta Trio’ will perform at the Ladies night starting from 7 PM

THURSDAY – ‘Fiesta Trio’ – will stage at the Lagoon’s Terrace at 7 PM followed by The Retro Night with a DJ and Karaoke from 8PM.

FRIDAY – At the Marina, ‘Fiesta Trio’ will go live on stage with the Guitarist at 7PM

SATURDAY – ‘Fiesta Trio’ will feature live on stage at 7 PM at the Lagoons Terrace.

This line up ensures that it’s not just entertaining weekends at Al Hamra Village but an entertaining WEEK.


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We live in a socially and digitally hyper-connected society via phone, e-mails, tweets, updates and much more. While being bombarded with information constantly, take up a sport that calms you and helps you focus on your wellbeing. This can prove to be extremely beneficial for an individuals’ mental and physical happiness.

With the great weather we are experiencing an outdoor sport is the best option to choose from. Apart from breathing in fresh air and soaking up the sunshine you can get into shape too. Al Hamra Golf Club brings unbeatable offers on lessons for beginners, intermediates and professionals to enable you to enjoy the outdoors.

If you are looking for individual lessons to get your swing right, Al Hamra Golf Club’s ‘one-on-one’ private tuition with PGA Professionals is a brilliant option. Lessons provided will enable you to target and work on specific areas of your game, whether you are a student or a professional.

Get your kids out and involve them with the Al Hamra Tiger Cubs. This eight week course is designed specifically for kids aged 3 to 7 years, starting from 9th January 2013 onwards. The Tiger Cubs comprises of a 45 minute session each week

AL HAMRA GOLF CLUBwith a fun and unique element! Learning golf is not only about technique, but agility, strength and flexibility. Each session is structured using special and fun equipment focusing on learning the elements of golf through games, skills and challenges.

The Al Hamra Golf Club’s Young Masters Golf (YMG) program, starting on 6th January 2013, is designed for boys and girls between the ages of 7 and 16 years. This is a structured program coached by PGA Professionals which covers every aspect of the game such as techniques, rules and etiquette of golf through different levels. Starting at cadet level each YMG student progresses through each course until they achieve the Masters levels.

Ladies can also join the fun every Wednesday morning. Enjoy learning or improving your golf skills with the Al Hamra Ladies Tee and Tea Program. This is a great way to meet new friends while learning golf in a fun and relaxed environment.

Al Hamra Golf Club also offers improvers group lessons. This four week course will help you get better at your golf skills or learn new techniques. The four group lessons will cover the four main

aspects of the game namely: driving, iron play, short game and putting delivered by Al Hamra Golf Club’s PGA Professional team.

Once you start you will be surprised at the benefits you reap from this sport. Al Hamra Golf Club, designed by Peter Harradine, offers an eighteen hole golf course and meanders around a large open sea water lagoon with four interconnected sub lagoons where five million cubic meters of sand combined with expert shaping have come together to create gentle elevation which follows the 8 meter change in gradient around the lagoons. The result is a stunning par 72 championship course measuring 7,325 yards at full length, with five varying tee options. It provides a fun and enjoyable test of golf for the seasoned professional or fledgling enthusiast.

The Golf Club also has some of the best restaurants in RAK – The Dunes Cafe, Lagoons Sports Bar and Zahara’s Restaurant

For more info on the YMG course visit www.ymg-golf.com

To enroll please call us on 07 244 7474 or email [email protected]


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Designed by Peter Harradine, this eighteen hole golf course is built along the shores of the Arabian Gulf The course meanders around a large open sea water lagoon with four interconnected sub lagoons where five million cubic meters of sand combined with expert shaping have come together to create gentle elevation which follows the 8 metre change in gradient around the lagoons. The result is a stunning par 72 championship course measuring 7,325 yards at full length, but with five varying tee options it

Serving Traditional sports bar delicacies such as Club Sandwiches, Burgers and Nachos to name a few, Lagoons Sports Bar offers something for everyone! If you’re looking for something a little more relaxing, then simply move outside on to the spacious terrace and view golfers finishing their rounds on the signature Par 5 18th Hole, whilst sampling some of Arabia’s traditional more laidback pastimes in the form of a Shisha pipe. The Lagoons Sports bar hosted a range of key events in the past few months –

EID EXTRAvAGANZAFor EID, Al Hamra hosted a range of engaging activities for residents and visitors. An Arabic buffet, soothing music, outdoor seating areas with shisha and raffle draws were the main attraction of the blessed long weekend.

BRAAI DAYBraai Day is a celebration of South Africa’s rich cultural heritage and its unique national pastime, the braai - the literal translation of which is grilled meat. Al Hamra Golf Club hosted the Braai day on 27th September and the event was attended by over 150 people.

OKTOBERFESTGermany’s most famous event – The Oktoberfest was hosted at Al Hamra on 19th October. The Lagoons Sports Bar hosted a German themed menu with entertainment for adults and children. The event was attended by over 400 people with a raffle draw sponsored by RAK Airways and MMI.

HALLOWEEN Held on 1st November, the themed family fun day event was a roaring success. BBQ, beverage, Live DJ and Kids entertainment ensured everyone had a great time.

provides a fun and enjoyable test of golf for the seasoned professional or fledgling enthusiast.

The Golf Club also has some of the best restaurants in RAK – The Dunes Cafe, Lagoons Sports Bar and Zahara’s Restaurant.

Considered by many as the 19th hole, Lagoons Sports Bar offers the perfect environment to sit back and relax with friends and family whilst enjoying live sporting action on the big screen.

The Golf Club has a host of exciting events lined up for the rest of the year such as Christmas and New Year’s. So keep your calendars free and look forward to more exciting evenings from the Al Hamra Golf Club.


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Jali was a pretty puppy that lived with a family in Ras Al Khaimah … until they grew tired of her … and threw her onto the streets to take her chances at survival on her own. She ate out of the garbage, drank water that irrigated the plants and was tormented by people, she was literally running scared! Luckily someone noticed what was happening and called the RAK Animal Welfare Centre and we came and got her. We spoke to her owners who were happy for us to take her, they definitely didn’t want her, so we brought her back to the shelter! Poor Jali was in a bad way. She was thin and under-nourished, her coat was full of fleas and ticks and totally matted. There was no option but to shave her completely and it was then that it was discovered the damage that the fleas and ticks had caused. She was bleeding and had skin infections.

Although Jali didn’t look very pretty, one of our volunteers, Tracey, fell in love with her and took her home to live with her family. Tracey’s son gave

Jali a new name to go with her new start to life, he called her ‘Sunny’ …and life for this poor puppy certainly got a lot brighter from then on! Sunny has now regained her health and good looks, and is now a valued member of a family with two children who adore her. As a bonus she has another dog to play with, an older brother, Jimmi, who was himself an ex shelter dog many years ago. Sunny’s story is a common one and something we see over and over again at the shelter. These abandoned dogs blossom with love and care and we do our very best to find them good homes with people who will commit to loving and keeping them safe and giving them a forever home! It always amazes us how forgiving of people they are, even though they have often been treated very badly.

DOGS ARE NOT DISPOSABLE ITEMS!

Left: Jali when she came in to the shelter, badly matted. Right: Jali after her shave. Better, but still far from perfectly healthy and happy.

Jali (now Sunny!) months later in her new family, with her new best friend.


What makes people think dogs and cats are disposable items? They are living and breathing animals that feel fear, pain and hunger just like us. Like our children they are reliant on us for love, care and protection. What message does it give children that see their parents casually discard their pet animals? Dogs are pack animals and they identify closely with the family they live with, bonding closely with them. They are totally confused when the people, who are meant to care for them, abandon them. When a dog or cat joins your family it is meant to be ‘forever’ for the rest of their natural lives…not until you tire of them, or abandon them because they dig holes in your garden or chew your shoes. They are part of your family and don’t deserve to be cast aside when you move house … or countries! If you can’t make a commitment to an animal for the course of its life…please don’t get one. They are not toys and do not deserve to be short term entertainment just to amuse you for a while. If you get a pet it should be with the understanding that this is a commitment to provide that pet a home for the rest of its life, which could be 10-12 years or more.

RAK Animal Welfare Centre is dedicated to improving the welfare of animals in the Ras Al Khaimah area. We have a multi-tiered approach which includes adopting out suitable cats, dogs and occasionally rabbits and hamsters to good homes. Each of our animals available for adoption is healthy and vaccinated, wormed, micro-chipped and de-sexed. They are also behaviour tested to ensure they are suitable to live with families. As an added bonus our dogs also receive basic training in obedience and learn to sit, drop, stay and listen to commands, they are also well socialised with other dogs and people. Just like us, some learn quickly and others take a little longer! We are fortunate to have an enthusiastic staff of young Nepalese men who really care for our animals and under the guidance of our dog trainer, have learnt to train the dogs themselves. If you adopt one of our dogs you can chose to attend our monthly socialisation classes and continue the basic training, as well as giving your dog the opportunity to interact and play with other dogs. As part of every socialisation class you can have your dog checked by our resident veterinarian Dr. Chenjerai Sigauke to ensure your dog is progressing well and remaining healthy. As a gift, when you adopt a dog from us your first three socialisation classes are free, after that there is a 100 dhs fee per class.

1. So as an animal lover how can you help us look after our lovely dogs and cats at the shelter? There are many ways!

2. If you have any free time you can volunteer at the shelter and help us socialise and exercise our dogs and cats. We understand that not everyone has the time to volunteer but there are still lots of other ways you can support the shelter.

3. Our Vet clinic is open to all pet owners in Ras Al Khaimah each work day between 2pm-4pm as well as the first Saturday of every month from 9am until midday. Our Clinic also offers house calls every Thursday afternoon to Mina Al Arab and Al Hamra Village on alternate weeks, you can call our office to make a booking. Our vet, Dr. Chenjerai Sigauke, is not only friendly and approachable, but very experienced and compassionate. By using our veterinary clinic for your pets vaccinations, neutering and health checks you are helping to support the animals in our shelter. Whilst you are there you might like to have a browse in our well stocked pet shop where you can buy quality pet food such as Eukanuba and Royal Canin for your dog or cat, dog chews, pet toys, dog and cat beds, pet shampoos, brushes, combs etc. We

are competitively priced and buying from us ensures the profits go back into the shelter so we are able to save more lives as well as making our shelter animals lives more comfortable.

4. We also provide a boarding service for both dogs and cats. They are both housed in comfortable, air-conditioned rooms and dogs have access to an outside kennel and are exercised twice daily. Places are limited, and over summer we fill up quickly, so it is good to book early. You can rest assured your pets will be well looked after by caring and competent staff. Take a look at the photos of our boarding dogs at play on our Facebook page which can be accessed from the home page of our website www.rakawc.com to see how much fun they have. Information about boarding and rates are also available on our website.

5. You can bring your puppy or dog to our monthly socialisation classes where you can get help with specific behaviours you want to address direct from our dog trainer.

6. We have just set up a lovely grooming room and are in the process of finding a qualified grooming specialist, so in the near future we will be able to offer washing, brushing and clipping services.

7. You can come along to one of our monthly coffee mornings and meet our staff, cuddle a few puppies and get a tour around our facilities to see what goes on here. The delicious cakes and pastries at some of these mornings are very kindly donated by ‘The Cove Rotana’

In an ideal world we would find a home for each stray or abandoned animal, but with the size of the problem and limited resources sadly this is not possible. So what happens to these animals? We conduct a Trap-Neuter-Release programme that is a humane method of population control for the significant over-population problem of cats and dogs in our area. Staff from our centre alongside staff from RAK public works has been trained by WSPA to humanely trap stray dogs and cats. These animals are then brought to our vet clinic where they are vaccinated and neutered and given time to recover from their surgery. The cats are then returned to where they were caught. We will only neuter and return dogs if we are confident that there is someone around to feed them in the long term.

We have also initiated a new programme of Cat Cafes. These are feeding stations that are placed in labour camps and near coffee shops/cafes where stray cats gather. The cats are fed twice a day and all the cats visiting the station are trapped, vet checked, de-sexed, vaccinated and returned. This ensures the cats feeding from the cat cafes are healthy and cannot breed. Stray cat populations can grow at an alarming rate if cats are not de-sexed. It is estimated that two breeding cats and their offspring can produce 420,000 kittens over a seven year period. This is why it is absolutely essential to de-sex cats.

We can only do so much at the shelter, the support of the community is absolutely vital if we are to establish permanent and positive change in the lives of abandoned, surrendered and stray animals in Ras Al Khaimah. There is no overnight solution, this is a slow and steady process that we know will effect change in the long term. We offer an educational programme and welcome visits to our shelter by school children and their teachers. We want to educate the next generation about the importance of animal welfare and instill in them compassion for animals.

We love the saying by Mahatma Gandhi at our shelter. “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated”. Please help us to help the stray cats and dogs of Ras Al Khaimah…they are counting on us …and we just can’t let them down!

See our website for more detailed information on our veterinary surgery, boarding facilities, educational programmes, contact details and to see our dogs and cats that are available for adoption. www.rakawc.com

Sushi and Sheba, 2 cats that found a new loving home through our shelter.

Children of all ages and religions visit our shelter with their schools. Many of them fall in love with our animals. To the right you can see Romy getting some cuddles. She has also found her new home through the shelter.

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TOP 10 REASONS TO vISIT SOUTH AFRICAAFFORDABLEDuring these tough times, who doesn’t want an affordable holiday? In SA, you can even afford luxury and have spending money for shopping and other treats!

NATURAL BEAUTYSouth Africa’s scenic wonders are legendary. From Table Mountain to God’s Window, our mountains, forests, coasts and deserts will feast your eye and lift your spirit…

WORLD-CLASS FACILITIESWhether you opt for Afro-chic or authentic Africa, you’ll find it easy to get around, find a comfortable place to stay, have a great meal, connect.

ADvENTURESouth Africa is the adventure capital of the world. With over 130 adventures and counting, there is something for everyone from mountain walks to shark cage-diving!

GOOD WEATHERIn sunny South Africa, our great weather invites you to enjoy the outdoors, play golf year-round and take advantage of the nearly 3000km coastline…

RAINBOW NATIONThe Rainbow Nation celebrates all its African and immigrant cultures. Find out how friendly our people are whilst you try your tongue at 11 official languages!

DIvERSE EXPERIENCESGo almost anywhere in SA and experience the ultimate combo of nature, wildlife, culture, adventure, heritage and vibe – you’re spoilt for choice, so pack it in!

WILDLIFEWarning! Watching wildlife is addictive. First you start with the Big Five in so many ways, then whales, penguins, meerkats, wild dogs, birds, dung beetles…

FREEDOM STRUGGLEDiscover a nation’s struggle for freedom whilst following the footsteps of Mandela, Hector Pieterson and many other celebrated revolutionaries. It will touch and inspire you.

RESPONSIBLE TOURISMIn SA you can travel with care as you explore our protected areas, contribute to social and conservation projects, buy recycle art and stay green.


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CAPE TOWN & CAPE PENINSULACape Town and the Cape Peninsula up to Cape Point, are famous for scenic beauty; celebrity beaches; Table Mountain; whale-watching; world-class shopping, nightlife, food & wine; and a laid-back atmosphere.

THE WINELANDSDiscover the joys of SA’s award-winning wines and cuisine along any of the beautiful Cape wine routes, taking you through green valleys and historic towns.

GARDEN ROUTEKnown as South Africa’s Eden, the famous Garden Route traverses an area rich in natural beauty and charm, attracting adventure-seekers and outdoor enthusiasts.

JOHANNESBURGSouth Africa’s pulsating African heartbeat is felt in the ‘City of Gold’ with its endless opportunities for shopping, entertainment, freedom tours and eating out.

KRUGER NATIONAL PARKThis world-renowned park of nearly 2 million hectares features 16 ecosystems. Spot the Big Five on a 4x4 game drive or walking safari.

DURBAN BEACHFRONTFor those with fun and sun on their minds, SA’s sunshine city has something for the whole family - golden beaches, surfing and a marine park.

ROBBEN ISLANDThe island’s most famous prisoner, Nelson Mandela, has turned this institute of brutality into a symbol of the triumph of the human spirit over enormous hardship.

SOWETOSouth Africa’s largest and most famous township was a hotbed of anti-apartheid activity. Visit Freedom Struggle sites and eat at a shebeen or township restaurant.

WILD COASTRugged and untamed, the Wild Coast offers deserted beaches, dolphins, horseback and hiking trails, cosy hotels, golf, gambling, mystical history, Xhosa heritage and the Hole-in-the-Wall.

BLYDE RIvER CANYON NATURE RESERvEMost famous for God’s Window, the panoramic splendour of the Blyde River Canyon makes it ideal for scenic drives and hiking trails.

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I once made the statement that I would NEVER drive a mini-van, and with options like the Audi Q7 I feel confident in being able to fulfill that commitment! The Q7 is Audi’s large SUV, boasting a NHTSA 5-star crash rating and an IIHS “Top Safety Pick” status. Seating 7 passengers comfortably, the Q7 TDI clean diesel engine also provides 17 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. This efficient fuel alternative helps provide the Q7 with an Ultra-Low Emissions Vehicle certification. Paired with an eight-speed tiptronic transmission, the Q7 can travel more than 600 miles of highway driving on a single tank. The Q7 truly provides the power of a V8 with the efficiency of a V6. The

impressive TDI also pumps out an impressive 225hp and 406ft-lbs of torque, meaning you can easily tow up to 6,000lbs.

On the outside, its aggressive stance, paired with Audi’s family of sporty lines, it clearly carries the Audi badge. It’s extremely cargo-friendly wrap-around liftgate makes loading and unloading a breeze, and allows you to pack appropriately for any adventure. Audi’s intuitive Servotronic steering system offers the driver and passenger a complete piece of mind through the toughest of life’s curves, while the Q7’s adaptive air suspension allows you to adjust ride height and damping settings for optimal on and off-road performance.

Once you step inside of the Q7 you will instantly begin to revel in the impeccably designed lap of luxury. The Q7 provides the most modern and non-cluttered interior and the flexibility of 28 different interior design configurations. Overtop, you will experience breath-taking views from the Q7’s three-panel panoramic sunroof with power sunshade. With a simple touch of the finger, the Audi Q7’s power tailgate opens and closes to a programmable opening height that best suits your needs. The Q7’s flat-fold rear seats provide a convenient 72.5 cu. ft. of carrying space, and the 12-way adjustable power front seats are heated and contain 4-way power lumbar adjustments and adjustable head restraints for maximum comfort.

Topping it all off is the Q7’s prestigious safety features. The available Audi side assist monitors the vehicle’s rear and side blind spots. Warning the driver of any vehicles in the monitored zones with LED warning lights in the side mirrors, the monitor system then begins to flash if a turn-signal is activated while a car is in the warning zone. The optional Audi adaptive cruise control utilizes advanced radar sensors to detect distance to vehicles ahead and maintains a driver-selected safe distance, which can even bring the vehicle to a complete stop.

SAY GOODBYE TO THE MINI-vAN AND HELLO TO FAMILY LUXURY AND SAFETY


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Not only kid’s friendly applications give kids a good lesson in technological literacy, but they also help kids stay entertained.

FANTASTIC AND FUN iPhone aPP for kids

This application is a great interactive application that can help toddlers learn their alphabet and their animals. It is full of bright colors, funny images and animations, and entertaining interactions. Alphabet Animals has interactive flash cards with both an animal and a letter on them. The application also speaks the name of the animal and the letter with three different vocal inflections. If your child is learning their alphabet or is a budding reader, Alphabet Animals will keep them very entertained.

Memory Match is a version of the classic memory tile game, but for the iPhone or iPod touch. It helps kids build short and long term memory while helping them focus on manual dexterity. The point of the game is very simple. Kids flip tiles over to reveal a picture or a number. They try to match it to another picture or number. The game is never the same twice, so it helps to keep little ones endlessly entertained.

If you have played the board game Othello, then you have played Reversi. Reversi on the iPhone is a great application for the older kids because it keeps them busy, entertained, and really develops problem solving and critical thinking skills. The point of the game is to place black and white tiles down on a game board and “capture” your opponent’s pieces. The winner is the person who has the most pieces in his/her color. The computer opponent can be tough, so kids will need to develop some perseverance in addition to their problem solving skills.

Math Drills Lite is not the most exciting or playful app, but for a parent or a child that really enjoys math, it is a blessing. Math Drills Lite is a fully customizable math drill game that has a very calculator-like UI. The math problems are fully customizable and you can use it to focus on a set of math concepts that a child might have problems with. The Lite version is free, but the full version costs $1.99 and is well worth it. The full blown app will track the progress of 10 users and adapt automatically to focus on your child’s math weaknesses.

Another vocabulary and writing puzzler that will keep kids occupied is WordSearch Kids. WordSearch kids has hundreds of word searches with child friendly themes and rich vocabulary words. Highlighting words is very easy; all students need to do is touch the first letter and the last letter of a word and the word is “circled”. Progress on a puzzle can be saved which makes WordSearch Kids the perfect casual word game for families on the run.

Brain Toot is the perfect game for fans of the Brain Age and Big Brain Academy games for the Nintendo DS. Brain Toot for the iPhone contains 16 brain training puzzles and games that help kids (and adults) sharpen their thinking skills and problem solving ability. The games revolve around math problems, visual puzzles, and thinking puzzles. This game can be challenging, so it might be best for older kids or even young teens.

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TOP 10 ExPECTED GAMES OF 2013 for PC, XboX 360 and Ps3

WATCH DOGSWatch Dogs is an upcoming adventure video game being developed by Ubisoft Montreal. This game will be released in 2013 for the three best platforms as Microsoft Windows (PC), PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360. The gameplay demo of Watch Dogs has been released and honestly speaking it is breathtaking at how good this game looks. I am anxiously waiting for this game as I think it will be one of the top games of 2013.

CRYSIS 3Crysis 3 is an upcoming 1st person shooter video game being developed by Crytek. It will be published by EA (Electronic Arts) for the three best platforms as Xbox 360, PlayStation (PS3) and Microsoft Windows (PC) in 2013.

THE LAST OF USThe Last of Us is an upcoming 3rd person action video game being developed by Naughty Dog for the PS3 (PlayStation 3). It will be released in 2013. This game was revealed in the year 2011 (December 10) during the Spike TV Video Game Awards.

There are two main characters in the game, Joel and Ellie. The game will involve both melee combat and gun fighting. I have seen the trailers of this game and I found it fabulous.

TOMB RAIDER (2013 vIDEO GAME)Tomb Raider is a third person adventure video game being developed by Crystal Dynamics. It will be published by Square Enix on 5th March 2013 for Microsoft Windows (PC), PlayStation 3(PS3) and Xbox 360. I have seen the trailers and gameplay videos of this game and it looks fabulous. In my opinion, it will be one of the best action adventure video games of 2013.


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Find and circle all of the Science Fiction movies that are hidden in the grid.

The remaining letters spell the title of an additional Science Fiction movie.

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BROKEN CITYMark Wahlberg stars as a former cop who now makes ends meet as a private investigator. He is hired by the mayor (Russell Crowe) to determine if his wife (Catherine Zeta-Jones) is having an affair, which pulls him deeper into a vast political conspiracy. Check out the poster and photos featuring this trio of stars.

WARM BODIESAfter a zombie becomes involved with the girlfriend of one of his victims, their romance sets in motion a sequence of events that might transform the entire lifeless world.

HANSEL AND GRETEL WITCH HUNTERSIn this dark spin on the fairy tale, siblings Hansel and Gretel are a formidable team of bounty hunters who track and kill witches all over the world.

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SEEKING A FRIEND FOR THE END OF THE WORLDAs an asteroid nears Earth, a man finds himself alone after his wife leaves in a panic.He decides to take a road trip to reunite with his high school sweetheart. Accompanying him is a neighbor who inadvertently puts a wrench in his plan.

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