The Source Magazine - Issue 46 - English

The SourceIssue 46 - 2-15 May 2013

EMIRATIS Give Back in NEPAL

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ContentsINBOXThis page is all about you! Send us your poems, pictures or letters and see them published here, ask us your questions and pick up some handy environmental tips

NEWSAll the news from around Al Ain

SPORTSKeep up to date with the latest happenings in Al Ain’s world of sport

FEATUREHCT students lend a hand at Namaste Children’s House in Nepal

URBAN WOMANLearn a few simple pilates exercises that strengthen the core

STUFF FOR MENGear-up for the regions first-ever Monster Jam Event

AL MAJLISWe caught up with Sultan Saaed Sultan Al Darmaki – the new voice in literature and satire

EDUCATIONTransparency in teaching

CITY REVIEWSLipolysis/ fat loss treatment at Royal Surge Medical Center

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DIARYWhat do you have planned for the next week? Take a look at our diary for the latest happenings around town

BUSINESSQuick tips to help you find your dream jobs via Social Media

RECIPESKeep it lean with our healthy recipes

HEALTH & LIFESTYLETips to tackle junk food cravings with ease

CULTURE & HERITAGEKnow more about the extremely generous Arab icon Hatem Al-Tai

MY WORLDSpring migration on the Isle of Aphrodite

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The past few weeks have seen plenty of rain and cool winds. When one lives in a desert climate such as ours, any precipitation we receive is a blessing. I know that in just a few short weeks, when the mercury is hovering around 50, we will look back on these days and wish for a little relief, so let’s enjoy it while we have this good fortune.

In this week's issue we profile a group of amazing young men and woman from Al Ain’s Higher Colleges of Technology, who had the

opportunity to give back to their fellow man by travelling to Nepal to help in renovations at the Namaste Children’s House.

We then venture to the land of the mythological goddess of love and beauty and walk in the footsteps of Aphrodite. Our profile of Cyprus will leave you longing for its beautiful scenery and ancient history.

We always strive to keep you, the reader, informed about what is going on in our fair city, and as such have added a few new sections to the magazine.

City Reviews takes us around our beautiful city to highlight some of the new services and businesses you may not have heard of.

Health and Lifestyle, with the wisdom of Dr. Nadia Hussain, seeks to enlighten you on the best way to live a healthy life.

Finally, who doesn't love a great deal? Our city is filled with them, and now you can find them all in our new Dazzling Dealz section. We are working with our local partners to bring you the best value for your money.

As always we enjoy your feedback. Send us a note and let us know how we are doing.

Sami RashidArabic Editor CONTRIBUTORS

Tamer Elhamalawy , Teresa Evans, Thuy Burrit, Saja Omari, Dr. Nadia Hussain,

Dr. Talal Mohammed Al Darwich, Marianne Makdisi, Imad Jarwan

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JUNIOR WRITERMehak Alam

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EDITOR IN CHIEFMahra Saeed Al Muhairi

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AL SHEIBAAn expression used to describe an old personYallah nesa’ed ah sheibaLet’s help the old man

ENVIRONMENTThere are many effortless things that we can do in our homes to play a small part in preserving our beautiful environment. However, we can double our efforts when we get our children involved and incorporate more responsible practices into their daily routines that will foster a lifetime of eco consciousness. Be sure to encourage your kids to turn off lights, appliances and electronics when they’re not using them. This simple habit teaches kids to care for the planet and it’s also great for your wallet!

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Three Emirati men in Saudi Arabia earlier last month, made headlines around the world after it was revealed they had been deported for being too good looking.

One of the men has been identified as Omar Borkan Gala a little known poet from Dubai. Saudi officials were quoted as saying they "feared female visitors could fall for them."

Soon after the news went viral, Omar’s fan page on Facebook was flooded with comments and likes by females and males alike.

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The fifth edition of the annual Al Ain Education and Career Fair took place last week in the garden city of Al Ain. Inaugurated by HE Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Culture, Youth and Community Development, the 3-day fair held at Al Ain Convention Centre was successful in providing a platform for thousands of Emirati and expat job seekers, and high school and college graduates seeking to enhance their professional skills and looking for promising career opportunities.

“Attendance has grown over the last five years, increasing from 4000 in 2009 to 9500 last year. Additionally, the number of exhibitors has risen by 46% at this year’s event”, stated Exhibition Director Khurram Saeed.

“The substantial growth of this fair over the past five years highlights its success in providing invaluable educational and career opportunities" for high school and college graduates. "The event provides them with an ideal platform to connect with the region’s leading companies and universities,” he concluded.

The event was supported by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MOHESR), UAE University, Higher Colleges of Technology, Al Ain University, American University in The Emirates, Berkeley Middle East, the New York Institute of Technology, University of Sharjah and Khalifa University, providing hundreds of High School grads the opportunity to complete their higher education.

This year’s fair also attracted 65 new exhibitors such as First Gulf Bank and Sharaf DG, in addition to some of the most preferred

Al Ain Career Fair ends successfully

companies by Emirati graduates, including Mubadala Aerospace and Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), Etihad Airways, Etihad Rail, Senaat and the Al-Futtaim Group besides other leading business conglomerates.

HE Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan toured the fair with other dignitaries

Eight new traffic radars have been installed on Al Ittihad Ring Road in Al Ain by the The Department of Traffic and Patrols at Abu Dhabi Police, last week.

This is in-line with the ongoing comprehensive traffic safety plan that aims to install fifty seven new radars on Al Ains city roads and highways, in an effort to curb traffic accidents resulting in serious injury and death.

The radar detection limit, which is set to 141kms/h, is an effort to encourage safety of both the pedestrians and motorists and ensure that they abide by all traffic rules.

Colonel Khalifa Mohammed Al Khaili, Director of Traffic Engineering and Road Safety Department, urged motorists using Al Ittihad Road to exercise extra caution and avoid excess speeds which may cause accidents that result in loss of life and injury.

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A child car safety campaign was launched early last month by Tawam Hospital in association with Johns Hopkins Medicine to raise awareness about the safety of children in cars and combat the increasing number of child injuries and deaths caused by road accidents in the UAE.

The campaign is sponsored by Baby Shop and is promoted using the slogan “Protect your child, use a child car seat and belt every time and every trip.”

An educational stand is placed in the outpatients clinics building at the hospital to educate parents and guardians about the benefits and importance of different types of child car safety restraints. According to a World Health Organization (WHO) global status report, restraints can reduce the likelihood of a fatal crash by approximately

70% among infants and between 54%-80% among young children.

"All passengers, whether they are children or adults, need to use the right safety seat and belt without exception. We advise parents to be role models for their children by always using seat belts and by making them aware that seat belts are designed for their safety and protection,” stated Steven A. Matarelli, Chief Operating Officer of Tawam Hospital.

Al Ain’s traffic police have recently made it mandatory for all cyclists including children, joy riders, employees

of restaurants and grocery stores, maintenance and other services to wear

a safety jacket. The jacket makes the cyclists more visible on the streets and

the new measure has been taken for the safety and protection of

cyclists especially at night.

Safety Jacket Mandatory

for Al Ain Cyclists

Imperial College London Diabetes Centre (ICLDC), the UAE’s leading centre for diabetes treatment a subsidiary of Mubadala Healthcare, was awarded two Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditations for excellence in standards of care. The Centre achieved the JCI Clinical Care Program Certification for Diabetes Management and the JCI Accreditation for Ambulatory Care for its two facilities in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Suhail Mahmood Al Ansari, ICLDC's Chairman of the Board and Executive Director of Mubadala Healthcare, welcomed the awards. “We are delighted to have been awarded this prestigious accreditation and to have our status as a superior healthcare provider reaffirmed by JCI. The endorsement is an achievement from which we take great pride, and it supports our efforts in continuing to provide the best in diabetes treatment, research, training and public health awareness”, he concluded.

Double accreditation for Imperial College London Diabetes Centre

I'm an AthleteUnder the patronage of HE Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan Minister of Culture, Youth and Community Development, the UAE Sixth Fitness and Swimming Tournament for Special Needs was held recently in Al Jazira Club, Abu Dhabi under the motto “I’m an athlete.” More than 250 competitors representing 21 state-level special needs centers participated.

The Emirates Autism Center in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Chamber, invited

students from Al Najah Private Rehabilitation Center to take part in the events. Maysam Qabrawi and Huda Khalil captured Gold and Silver medals respectively in swimming. The other students from the center who were invited included Fayad Al Khumairi, Ibraheem Rasoul, Mukhtar and Ibraheem Al Tayeb. They competed in various contests including running backwards, skipping cones and moving sand bags. Teachers and students alike had a tremendous time with all the activities.

Raising awareness about child car safety

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Man falls to death from Jabel HafeetA 31-year old Asian man lost his life after falling from the top of Jabel Hafeet Mountain, last weekend.

It took 4 hours for the rescue team to retrieve his body from the base of the mountain amid debris.

An investigation to determine the exact cause of death is still in progress.

Lieutenant Colonel Rashid Hamarain Dar Makki, Director of the Civil Defence Department, urged the public to exercise caution when visiting the peaks of mountains such as Jabel Hafeet.

A delegation of nine UAEU students partici-pated in the 8th edition of the Scientific and Cultural Week of GCC Higher Education Universities and Institutions, held at Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University in Saudi Arabia last week.

The students from UAEU outperformed other GCC students at various levels of the competition. "Competing against other universities is very beneficial as it helps us students to evaluate our talents and per-

Investigations are still underway to deter-mine what caused a 20 year old Emirati citizens vehicle to suffer severe fire damage, last weekend.

The vehicle was parked in the locality of Al Nabagh, in a high dunes area. The rugged location impeded the civil defense teams access to the vehicle. Firefighters were forced to board small vehicles in order to put out the flames.

No injuries were reported but Lt. Colonel Rashid Hamar Ain Al Darmaki, Director

formance, and provides a chance for us to benefit and learn from the talents of other students”, commented Jamila Khamis Al Hammadi. She placed 1st and Hiafa Saif Mohammed finished 3rd in the Fine Arts and Cultural And Social Research competi-tions.

Head of the UAEU delegation, Mohamed Shames Al Naimi, commended the fac-

of Civil Defense Department in Al Ain, ap-pealed to young motorists to exercise cau-tion and to maintain their cars and tyres. He also urged them to avoid modifying their vehicles with illegal accessories which may lead to such unfortunate outcomes.

Does that iPhone5 or GSIII in your hand seem so... last year? Time for an update to your mobile gear? Well with new tech being released by Samsung and Blackberry here are some devices that are sure to get you excited.

First up is the new and improved Samsung Galaxy S4. Sporting a screen size that has been pushed to the edge, at just under 5" and displaying at 1080p all while shedding body weight and size as compared to its predecessor. It boasts an 8-core Exynos 5 Octa processor that will chew through any-thing you throw at it. It has 2GB of RAM and comes in 16/32/64 GB of storage. It packs some cool features as well such as S Voice for voice assistance, S Health for tracking your fitness level, and Air Gesture which al-lows you to interact with the device without actually touching the screen. It has an up-

For those of you who are tired of full touch screens and miss their QWERTY devices, Blackberry is set to release its new Q10 handheld running an updated OS 10.1. The screen size is smaller than the flag-ship Z10, at just 3.1", but that's the price to pay for that keyboard that makes typing a breeze. It also has 2 GBs of RAM and 16 GB of storage expandable to 64 GB with a MicroSD flash. It has a 2100 mAh remov-able battery allowing for longer usage on a single charge. With an updated camera and new apps being released every day, Blackberry fans will find lots to love about this well built device.

With all these features it's easy to lose sight of the fact that these devices can still make phone calls.

New smartphones hit the market

dated camera at 13 MP capable of record-ing video at 1080p, and an improved bat-tery life. It seems Samsung has built on its impressive Galaxy line of devices with this latest entry.

UAEU students outshined in Saudi Arabia

ulty at Imam Mohammed bin Saud Islamic University for their hospitality and thanked them for the invitation and admirable or-ganization of the competition.

He further added that “UAEU is committed to ensuring students participate in such sci-entific festivals and competitions as they ex-pose and sharpen their talents while giving them a chance to interact with students from other universities, enriching their experience and raising their self-confidence.”

"Many students have distinguished skills and talents. Some are aware of it whereas others have not had the chance to discover it. Therefore, these contests provide oppor-tunities to expose distinctive and talented students”, stated Tamim Ahmed Al Awadi, from the College of Engineering at UAEU who placed 3rd in the 1st level (10 Chap-ters) of the "Holy Quran" competition.

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UAEU's Tamim Ahmed Al Awadi recieving his prize.

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Al Shaab beat leaders Al Ain by 1-0A solitary goal from Michael Laurent earned Al Shaab a stunning win over Al Ain in the 23rd round of the Etisalat Pro League played at the Khalid bin Mohammed Stadium in Sharjah, last week.

The win sees Al Shaab progress to the next round of the league against all expectations, raising their balance to 21 points to remain in 12th position ahead of Dibba Al Fujairah which lies at the bottom with 14 points.

Al Ain football team played the match missing the efforts of their key players Asamoah Gyan, Mirel Radoi, Alex Brosque, Jires Ekoko and the three Abdulrahman brothers who were busy preparing for a crucial AFC Champions League match against their Iranian counterparts in the coming week.

The first half of the match saw no goals

The Al Ain Vipers U-12 team triumphed at the Abu Dhabi Ice Sports Club ice hockey tournament on April 26, 27 at Zayed Sports City. They kicked off day 1 of the tournament winning 7-0 against the Abu Dhabi Storms. They then came from behind to draw 4-4 with the Dubai Sandstorms in their second match of the day. On Day 2 with the Vipers in second place, behind the tournament favorites Qatar Raiders, they managed to again come from behind and draw against those very same Raiders at 2-2, guaranteeing both teams a spot in the finals.

The championship match saw Qatar take an early lead on a breakaway marker. The Vipers managed to claw back the goal

for either side, most of the second half continued at the same pace, and lacked any real opportunities.

Al Shaab, however, finally opened the scoring at the 81st minute when Michael

Laurent netted the lone goal of the match. Unfortunately, Al Ains valiant effort at the end came up short.

Al Ain still tops the Etisalat Pro League standings with 58 points, ahead of their closest rivals Al Ahli.

to tie the game. Qatar then scored their second goal on a giveaway in the defensive zone. But like in their previous games, the Vipers rose to the challenge and equalized the game to tie it at 2-2 by the end of the first period. The final 20 minutes saw the Vipers press the action and take the lead for good. The final score was 5-2 led by a 3 goal performance from Jennifer Orthmann. The Vipers defense held steady and with 3 minutes remaining the result was no longer in doubt.

“These kids never gave up in this tournament. They battled from behind in almost every game they played. They deserved to win solely based on heart. ” said Vipers coach Alex Hennawi.

U-12 Vipers victorious in Abu Dhabi

Al Ain Youth capture gold in DubaiOn Saturday, a select group of players from Premier Youth Basketball in Al Ain participated in the fifth annual MPAC Academy Games, a basketball Tournament for children ages 5 to 18. They competed against 9 other teams from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah in the 12 to 18 category.

The Al Ain team, comprised of 9 boys and one girl, were victorious in their efforts coming away with the gold medal. They easily won their two round robin matches with final scores of 23-8 and 22-7. Having secured a spot in semi-final match, the team from Al Ain faced their toughest challenge of the night. The game came down to a last minute basket and free throw by starting forward Derwin.

Moving on to the finals, they dominated their last match of the night winning easily by a final score of 11-4. A great effort by the entire team; Julien, Gabriel, Devay, Usama, Maha, Mahmood, AJ, Bilal, Derwin, and Amin. The team was coached by Jason WIlliams and Michael Bethell.

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W.A.R in the WadiWadi Adventure Race or W.A.R for short is an aptly named event. The entrants into this contest battled the elements, battled the grueling course, and most of all battled themselves.

Over 150 competitors in this 3rd edition of the race, traversed a 10km obstacle course that tested their will and stamina. Runners started out in the desert on a 3km run with a range of different obstacles and hurdles designed to test more than just speed. Returning to the park, they maneuvered across balance beams and a dark, underground tunnel to swim 250m before climbing a ladder to escape.Next, across the park and into one of the white water rafting rivers, competitors were forced to struggle the wrong way against

Team ATR-2’s hat-trick victory

the current on foot before climbing out and beginning a leap-frog crossing of the lake on upside down rafts. The next test required focus to complete a bag toss and monkey bars before another exhausting 3km run.

The final challenge of the obstacle course saw them perform a tyre run, crawl under spider webs, battle through a gauntlet - thanks to the assistance of the Al Ain Amblers Rugby Club - and finally scaled the notorious Wadi Adventure Race Wall to the finish line.

In the end it was still a competition and only one man, one woman, and one team could win it all. On the team side The Abu Dhabi Camels united to win with a time of 47:53. For the women, Karina Bensemann crossed the finish line at 48:02. Not to be out done, Jiri Vystejn, topped everyone finishing with an impressive time of 40:40.

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Al Ain Raceways’ 6 hour team endurance race attracted some of the UAE’s fastest drivers in a race of wit, strategy and stamina that took place last week at the flagship 1600m international circuit.

Team ATR-2 scored a hat-trick by winning the race for the third time in a row after holding off a strong charge from Team Emirates.

The team, made up of the duo Dan Price and Hussain Umid Ali, led the race from the start. A bit of drama ensued when their accelerator was stuck open mid-way through the race and Team Emirates A started to gain on them. However, this did not last for long as they proved too much for their closest rivals and again took the podium as the top team.

Team ATR-3 captured third, while Team ATR-1 took the fourth position.

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NepalLearning by doing in

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Volunteers are those among us who donate their time and energy in the service of others. They, for the most part, go unnoticed to the masses, performing their duties not because they have to, but because they desire to be in the service of others. It is from among the best of us, that these unsung heroes rise to the fore. It behooves us all to stop and take notice of these silent giants, so let us meet

just a few of the people that make our world a better place to live.

For its 4th international humanitarian project in the last 30 months, the Community Service Club for Al Ain Colleges (CSCAAC) organized a humanitarian trip to Pokhara, Nepal for seven Al Ain Men’s College students, four Al Ain Women’s College students and one alumnus during spring break.

CSCAAC has previously organized three international humanitarian projects in India, Sri Lanka and Zambia, which benefited 33 students through their participation. The Nepal project, which took place between March 29 and April 5, 2013, was fully funded by student-organized fundraising activities and by donations collected on and off-campus in Al Ain.

During their week-long project, students delivered gifts to the 54 orphans living at Namaste Children’s House (NCH) in Pokhara, Nepal. Students also contributed AED3700 to the NCH expansion project. To enhance the students’ work environment, they painted part of the orphanage. They also cleaned the ground of a local government hospital in collaboration with NCH residents, and had the opportunity to facilitate educational activities with the children residing at NCH.

"From a very young age, volunteering was engrained in me by my father, the late HH Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan. He taught us to seek out those in need and give aid to them, and that is what drove me to help others, no matter where they lived" said Amal Al Kuwaiti, a senior engineering student.

The aims of the project were to put HCT’s learning by doing principle to practice, put a smile on the faces of Nepali children, enhance students’ social and personal development, and expose them to Nepali culture and lifestyle. The Nepal project provided students with the opportunity to work together and use teamwork to help solve real life problems; it tested their ability to work under pressure and gave them experience in working in less than favorable conditions. It also made the students appreciate the things they have been blessed with in the UAE.

Hilal Ahmed Al Kuwaiti, a second-year student of Business Administration at HCT noted, “It helped me learn a lot of important things in life such as patience, making a living and appreciating the grace we’re living in."

AAC Director, Dr. Neil Garrod said “I am so proud of our Community Service Club. They truly reflect the ethos of the Higher Colleges of Technology in Al Ain and reflect the values of our Colleges. They are turning their expertise and their energy to the benefit of their community and their country. These international projects underscore the importance of the global perspective to the UAE and the importance of the UAE to the world. I congratulate them on yet another wonderful and valuable project.”

CSCAAC’s involvement in local and international charitable activities stems from HCT’s commitment to providing students with experiences that will not only enhance the different aspects of their personalities, but also last a lifetime. This endeavor was organized by the hard work of AAMC Imad Jarwan, with the assistance of executive secretary, Geraldine Jones. Their efforts did not go unnoticed by the students. "I would like to thank Mr. Imad Jarwan for giving me the opportunity to take part in volunteering abroad, and I thank the Community Service Club team for their collaboration on this project." added Marwa Al Kaabi an alumnus of Al Ain Women's College.

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The Pilates MethodBy Thuy Burrit

Thuy Burrit is a Stott Pilates fully certified instructor who has lived in Al Ain since 2007. For more information on Pilates visit Thuy’s website at www.FitPilatesAlAin.com.

1. UPPER ABDOMINALSSet-up: Lie on back, knees bent, legs together, feet on floor, pelvis neutral (hip bones and pubic bone on the same horizontal plane, natural curve of lower back may present), hands behind head, elbows wide, eye line to ceiling. To prepare, inhale…Exhale: Lift head and shoulders off mat, contract upper abdominals to slide ribcage down toward hips, maintaining the natural curve of lower back (Do NOT jam it down on mat!), eye-line toward knees. Inhale: Roll sequentially back down on the mat.That’s 1 rep. Do 10-15.

Set-up: Lie on back, legs at table-top position (knees directly above hips, shins parallel with floor), arms toward the ceiling or overhead as far as back stays on mat. To prepare, inhale…Exhale: Slowly lower one leg toward mat, maintaining back in contact with mat. Inhale: With control return leg to table-top position. That’s 1 rep. Do 10-20. Alternate legs.

Set-up: Same as exercise 2, arms resting on floor wider than shoulders. Inhale: Keep legs together and square, lower them slowly toward one side, maintaining both shoulders blades on mat.Exhale: Contract abdominals and control both legs back to starting position. That’s 1 rep. Do 10-14. Alternate sides.

4. A BIT OF EVERYTHING (obliques, spinal stabilizers, shoulder stabilizers, gluteus/buttocks)Set-up: On all fours, hands directly under shoulders, knees directly under hips. Create a long neutral S-shape from head to tail. Eyes focus straight in front on the mat. Tighten abdominals. To prepare, inhale…Exhale: Reach opposite arm and leg away from the centre of body. Leg goes up as high as buttock tightened without arching lower back.Inhale: Return to starting position.That’s 1 rep. Do 10-14 Alternate sides.Focus: Keep abdominals engaged to stabilize the pelvis; gently push hands against floor to stabilize the shoulders. Both hips should face the floor and the S-shape of spine should sustain the same throughout the movement.

Pilates is a unique body conditioning system developed in the early 20th century by Joseph H. Pilates. It’s an exercise method for everyone at all stages of life; a completely modifiable system of over 500 exercises performed on a mat or using specialized equipment. It teaches body awareness, good posture, easy and graceful movement. Pilates strengthens and tones muscles from the core. It improves flexibility, mobility, balance, coordination and circulation; it also helps to reduce stress and unite body and mind.

Breathing takes an essential role in Pilates. Incorporating proper breathing during exercise helps relax the muscles, avoids unnecessary tension, and encourages the engagement of the deep stabilizers of the torso.

Here are a few simple exercises that strengthen the core. Practice this set every day or every other day in the comfort of your home and you’ll feel positive differences in your body in less than two weeks.

Remember, each Pilate’s movement should be executed slowly, in a controlled manner, and incorporated with breathing. It’s all about precision, quality movements not quantity!

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2. LOWER ABDOMINALS

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league Dustin Brown of Monster Mutt Rottweiler says anything is possible “If it can be dreamed up,” he says, “someone will try it at a Monster Jam event!”

Twice as tall as a full grown man, and with an engine that’s double the size of the fastest sports cars, Monster Jam trucks are the ulti-mate four wheel drive vehicles, complete with Nitrogen filled shock absorbers, front and back steering and 2-meter tall tires that can crush buses. The preparations for the week long Monster Jam Abu Dhabi also includes a competition for 4x4 owners to compete for bragging rights and the chance for their street legal customized monster to be displayed at Zayed Sports City Stadium before the main event.

Monster Jam will be arriving in Abu Dhabi the week of May 5th, with the stadium event taking place on Friday May 10th. Tickets start from AED150. Tickets are available from www.thinkflash.ae or by calling 800 FLASH (35274).

Ten enormous trucks will be descending on Abu Dhabi to take part in the first ever Monster Jam event in the region, including larger than life characters Iron Man, Maximum Destruction, Grave Digger and seven others. Young fans can look forward to an evening of incredible stunts including wheelies, back flips and donuts from the trucks, and will all get to meet the fearless drivers who make the show possible. Monster Jam Abu Dhabi will take place at the Zayed Sports City Stadium, which is being transformed for the occasion into a dirt-filled obstacle course with jumps, ramps and crush cars. Abu Dhabi is the first stop on a Monster Jam world-wide tour – it’s a can't miss chance for GCC residents to see one of the US’s most popular events.

Just a few weeks ago in Las Vegas, Nevada Maximum Destruction driver Tom Meents pulled off a world first in monster truck freestyle – a double back flip with a successful landing – it’s been the talk of monster trucks ever since, and UAE fans of monster jam are asking whether Meents will be able to repeat the feat in Abu Dhabi. Col-

By Tamer Elhamalawy

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A man of few wordsSultan Saeed

Sultan Al DarmakiBy Mehak Alam

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Dedicated to the pursuit of “how to get more from life”, Sultan Saeed Al Darmaki, a 30-year-old Emirati is a modern day renaissance man. An entrepreneur, avid traveler, photographer, philosopher and author, Sultan is always on a quest to discover anything that is unique and distinctive.

His passion for writing, combined with an extremely sharp and witty intellect; enable him to connect with readers on a global scale.

I sat down with Sultan in his office in Abu Dhabi, where I had the opportunity to go beyond the traditional crisp, mono-chromed garb, to find an articulate and vibrant young man who is busy climbing the ladder of success.

Sultan Saeed Al Darmaki is the Chairman and Managing Director of Al Darmaki Group, a family owned business. There he spends six days of the week managing a portfolio of 12 companies, ranging from building and construction, travel and tourism, textile, furniture and art design and yet he still finds time for additional hobbies.

“I multi-task”, replied Sultan, when I asked him his secret to successfully juggling his varied responsibilities and passions.

“Through my experience I’ve learned not to focus on the mundane things in life and I possess the ability to prioritize my tasks”, adds Sultan who believes his strong personality helps him stay focused in whatever he does.

Graduating with a Bachelors degree in Human Resource Management (HRM) from the New York Institute of Technology branch in Abu Dhabi in 2008, Sultan took over his family business in November 2011, after taking up different jobs in the public sector.

Sultan gets his life’s inspiration from his parents and travelling. He explained that travelling provides the opportunity to experience new people, new stories and new situations. His father, H.E. Saeed Sultan Al Darmaki served the late HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan as his Presidential Advisor before passing away 20 years ago. Sultan’s mother, who he refers to as the “majestic lady”, stepped into her husband's shoes and spent the next twenty years of her life, raising five kids and running the family business.

Being the youngest child and the only boy in the family has given Sultan a different perspective on life. He is grounded, soft-spoken and honest. He went on to explain what he refers to as the “Me Opinion Concept.” “People always try to take sides when it comes to giving their opinions. I’d rather stick to what I believe and what makes me comfortable, whether it’s right or wrong or against what the majority believe” Sultan explained while sipping his favorite Turkish coffee.

“I don’t feel comfortable in any form of comfort zone and unlike others I have always enjoyed my status of being different”.

In pursuit of expanding his repertoire, Sultan ventured in to the writing field with thought provoking and inspiring topics, and unlike other Emirati writers, he preferred writing in English rather than Arabic, hoping to make a global impact.

Five years ago, he started writing as an opinion columnist for one of the Gulf’s leading weekend magazines. This is when his unique writing style came to the forefront. Through great vision, he succeeded in standing out among the crowd of Arab writers in the region and went on to publish his first book in 2011, Under my

Black Halo, which was highly acclaimed and received two thumbs up from the National Media Council.

The latest addition to his list of literary achievements is, Leave the Birds Alone. Published in 2012, his second book is known for its short, smart and humorous content. The book, which Sultan regards as “a collection self-expressions”, is a fun, easy read.

Sultan is currently financing independent films and documentaries through the popular Kickstarter.com website. He is leaving no stone unturned, in an effort to promote different art disciplines.

He is also funding the first-ever film festival taking place this August, where a group of young creative filmmakers will be coming together to provide an array of independent movies. The festival will be hosted in an out-door cinema from World War II, in Amantea Valley, Italy. With a seating capacity of 900, the festival is conceptualized around the thought of watching “film stars under the stars”.

“In addition to all of this I am also working on a book which will be a collection of bite-sized, dark humored short stories, based on my observations of the behavioral changes of the UAE youth”, he concluded.

When asked to impart some words of wisdom about life and the pursuit of happiness this is what he shared.

• Enjoy life and live it to the fullest.

• Do not pay attention to things that don’t matter.

• Work hard and always listen to your inner-self.

LIFE LESSONS

Sultan Al Darmaki is funding the

first-ever film festival taking place

this August where a group of

young creative filmmakers are

coming together to provide an array

of independent movies. The festival

will be hosted in an

out-door cinema from World War

II, in Amantea Valley, Italy. With

a seating capacity of 900, the

festival is conceptualized around the

thought of watching “film stars under

the stars”.

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Teresa Evans has a Master’s Degree in International Education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. She currently teaches early childhood education here in Al Ain. From her start as a Peace Corps volunteer in Yemen, her career in education spans two decades.

Being Real

n old cliché states: “We can learn from everyone.” I used to groan when my mother would say that about a fair-weathered

friend. When they went by the wayside, I learned to make new friends. The realities of life and friendship were

not going to change, but I could adapt and grow.

I remember my Uncle Joe, a 35 year veteran teacher, once said, “Teresa, the

first year of teaching is just something to get through.” Not for me, I was ready to set new

standards of educational excellence in the classrooms of America. Then came my first day with a classroom full of kids, some of whom were bigger than me, and suddenly I was in the spotlight. I realized very early on in the classroom, that transparency was paramount. Every gesture I consciously or unconsciously made was noticed by all of those eyes looking at me. Over time, I came to realize, that authenticity mattered in the classroom. If I was truly there for those kids, they knew it. If I had self-serving motives, they quickly picked up on that.

Teaching, for me, has been an evolution of sorts. I have learned many lessons from children, some of which have been painful. I remember in the early days of teaching, the kids who put watches on their legs in a high school class. They set the alarms off simultaneously to have some fun.

Every day in the classroom, I learned new things. I learned how to set boundaries and I learned how to make kids responsible for their actions. I learned how to have a sense of humor. I learned how to allow for the “teachable moment”.

I remember a wide-eyed little boy, telling the story of the Chupacabra, a mythical Puerto Rican figure that he saw in his own backyard. The other children in the classroom listened in rapt attention to his tale which related to a unit on myths. I learned how to trust kids, and to let them use their experiences to broaden the level of education in the class. I remember the kids who proudly recited poems they had memorized in a state poetry contest, and how it affected them and their peers. In the end, teaching is all about the kids. It’s not about me at all.

In teaching kindergarten, I got a bit of the butterflies the first time I was “on my own” teaching whole group time. I quickly realized that rather than be self-serving, I was responsible for creating a safe space for children to share and learn. I saw how my experiences benefited these children. Everything that I have experienced in life has shaped me into the teacher I am today. This made the classroom experience for us more authentic and somehow more connected to the "real world." This lead to a positive and uplifting atmosphere in the classroom. One in which we all looked forward to everyday. And if I ever got to big for my own good, I could always count on my dad to bring me back to reality. “Oh, Teresa,” he would say, as if to let me know i needed to get over myself!

Some of the best advice to pass on, which has also helped me a great deal, is to always be in a position to learn. Nothing has been more pivotal to me in my life as an educator. In the end, even my most formidable “foe” turned out to be an invaluable lesson in life. Transparency becomes my invitation for others to be “real” with me, if I am "real" to them.

I made it through that first year. Eight years later, I haven’t become less transparent, but I’ve become more real. It’s like in the “Velveteen Rabbit” by Margery Williams: “‘Real isn't how you are made,' said the Skin Horse.’ It's a thing that happens to you. When a child loves you for a long, long time, not just to play with, but REALLY loves you, then you become Real.' 'Does it hurt?' asked the Rabbit. 'Sometimes,' said the Skin Horse, for he was always truthful. 'When you are real you don't mind being hurt.'”

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Lypolysis is commonly used on parts of the body that are difficult to shape through diet and training alone. Thighs, buttocks, hips, stomach and chin are some examples. In this type of treatment, enzymes are applied intravenously to the desired area and the active substances crack the fat cell membranes to release the contents into the surrounding tissue. The blood stream then transports the unwanted fat to the liver where it is eventually discarded.Lypolysis has been successfully used in aesthetic medicine for reshaping the body and face since 1995.

Now that we have a better understanding of what Lypolysis or Mesotherapy is all about, allow me to give you a play by play account of my experience with this treatment at Royal Surge.

The entire procedure lasted about an hour and began with my two very qualified nurses explaining the process and what to expect both during and after the treatment. After applying a topical anesthetic cream to the treatment area, a series of tiny injections were administered in a fairly tight pattern throughout my abdominal area. The discomfort was minimal and to further alleviate any pain, one of the nurses applied an ice pack over the injected areas during the entire course of the procedure.

It was all over long before “The fat lady sang”- pardon my sick humor – and I was back on my feet ready to tackle the rest of my busy day. Before I left, I was weighed and measured for après treatment comparisons and was told to drink plenty of water, avoid unhealthy foods and exercise to obtain maximum desired results. In some cases, one treatment could be sufficient and the effects would become apparent in roughly two weeks.

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Job Hunting with

Social media

Being the traditionalist that I am, a year ago while job hunting I would read through The Classifieds section of various community and national newspapers but it was difficult to find a listing in my field. I quickly realized that with the internet, the traditional approach jobseekers took was no longer a viable option.

In the current economic climate with fewer jobs available and a much more competitive market, landing your dream job is a lot more challenging, forcing job seekers to undertake a more diverse and creative approach.

The numerous job sites on the internet are a great way to access both regional and international job postings and are definitely great tools to have and use. However, the fact that these sites are being viewed by millions of other well qualified applicants across the world, can keep us waiting anxiously with our fingers crossed in hopes of receiving a response from the recruiter; which can be a bit overwhelming and discouraging.

I personally believe that one of the best ways to find a job or at least land an interview is by using your own personal and professional network. Usually with this approach we have insight about the company, the hiring process and if you’re lucky enough the opportunity to meet the right person with hiring power. The only downside of this technique is that it may not always work in your favor if your connections aren’t aware or don't have the influence to support you in your line of work; or if openings aren’t available.

Fortunately job seeking has evolved and expanded further via a buzzing internet and multiple social media channels; giving us further options to reach out to employers.

Here are some quick tips to help you land your dream job:

Planning is valuableDon’t inundate hundreds of companies’ inboxes with your CV. Try to identify the type of companies you would like to work for and further research them to discover their culture and work ethos.

LinkedIn LinkedIn is an international, professional networking website that has become popular with recruiters. In the profile section, fill out a complete profile, just like you would a CV and use the summary section to let potential employers know that you are looking for new opportunities.

Benefit with LinkedInImport contacts from your email accounts so that you can begin to build your network or grow your existing network. The more people you’re connected with the better because it increases your opportunity to land that interview.

Join LinkedIn Groups Join industry-related groups and participate in online discussions. It will help you identify individuals that could increase your network or potentially provide you with an interview or referral.

TwitterUse Twitter to expand your reach and follow people globally from a variety of backgrounds because you never know which networks and resources may eventually help with your job search.

Before you follow anyone on Twitter, write a short biography and link it to your LinkedIn profile. Be sure to make your profile information specific and professional to help ensure that the people in your network can help with your job search. Consider inserting job specific keywords in your hash tags such as #jobseeker, #careers or phrases in your tweets such as “Anyone know if a company is hiring?”

Search and identify potential employers and companies you would prefer to work with and follow them. Click on the ‘who to follow tab’ and you will get a list of people and institutions followed by the people you already follow.

Carefully put yourself ‘out there’Tweet about your achievements by posting things that you would

like to learn about, interesting articles or news related to your field. Keeping up-to-date with

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Chicken breast and mushroom cream sauce

Receipies by: Saja Omari - Nutritionist

Spiced lentil soupIngredients120 grams boneless, skinless chicken breasts | 4 cups water | 1 cup thinly sliced white mushrooms | 2 tbsp reduced-fat sour cream | 1 tsp vegetable or canola oil | 1/2 tsp pepper | 1 tsp herbs powder | 2 tsp minced fresh garlic | 1/4 tsp salt | 1 small bunch of coriander leaves

Method• Marinate the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, and

then boil in a pot for 40 minutes. Save the broth and set chicken pieces aside.

• Heat 1 tsp oil in a skillet over medium heat and stir fry the chicken pieces until brown.

• Cook garlic, mushrooms and herbs powder for 4-5 minutes in a separate pan.

• Pour in the chicken broth and continue cooking until reduced by half. Stir in the sour cream and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

• Add the chicken breasts to the sauce and cook until heated thoroughly.

• Garnish with coriander leaves.• Serve hot!

Nutrition per serving:Calories: 360 kcal, Carbohydrates: 5.5g, Protein: 31g, Fat: 13g

Ingredients100g red lentils, grated |1 vegetable stock cube | ½ cup chopped onions | 2 cups water | 1 tsp vegetable or canola oil | A pinch of chili flakes | 1 tsp cumin seeds | ½ tsp peeled and grated ginger | 1/2 tsp black pepper | 1 tsp dried mint |1 small bunch of coriander leaves | ½ cup peeled and grated carrots

Method• Boil the red lentils with 1 vegetable stock cube in a large pot

over medium heat for 15-20 minutes. • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a frying pan and stir fry ginger, cumin

seeds, chili flakes, black pepper, and dried mint for 1-2 minutes. Add carrots and onions, and cook for another 5 minutes.

• Stir in the spices to the red lentils and the stock and continue boiling for 3-5 minutes. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally until lentils are tender.

• Garnish with coriander leaves.• Serve hot! Nutrition per serving:Calories: 270 kcal, Carbohydrates:29g, Protein:8g & Fat:11g

Creamy cheese & tomato macaroni with veggies

Ingredients140g macaroni (any shape) | 4 cups water | 1 cup chopped tomatoes | 1/2 cup chopped carrots | ½ cup chopped onions | 1 medium red pepper | 2 tbsp reduced-fat sour cream | 2 tbsp tomato paste, less sodium | 1 tsp red chili powder | 1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese | rosemary for garnishing

Method• Mix the chopped tomatoes with onion, sour cream, tomato paste and

red chili powder in a pot and cook for 5-10 minutes over medium heat. • In another pot boil the pasta in 2 cups water. Drain and keep aside.• Boil the carrots and the red pepper in 1 cup of water until tender over

medium heat.• Add the boiled vegetables and pasta to the tomato sauce and mix

until the pasta is coated properly. Sprinkle ½ tbsp of grated parmesan cheese on the pasta and mix well.

• Garnish with ½ tbsp of grated cheese and rosemary.• Serve hot!

Nutrition per serving: Calories: 240kcal, Carbohydrates: 35g, Protein: 13g & Fat: 6g

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Dr. Nadia is a physician pursuing her PhD in Physiology from UAE University. She is the Chief Editor for Capsule (UAEU), author of Fragments of my Time (Minwa Press) and an award winning poet.

Dr. Nadia HussainMBBS, MSc Str.M.Bio (UK), PhD (c)

How to Deal with Junk

Food Cravings?

By Dr. Nadia Hussain

Why do we crave junk food? Dieters and scientists are baffled alike. Some claim a ‘sweet tooth’, others say the body needs it and yet others state it is natures design. While hunger is the bodies way of saying it requires more fuel for energy, cravings are much more complex, they are feelings

of desire for certain foods. This desire, unfortunately, is rarely the apple sitting on the kitchen counter; it is more likely the chocolate bar in your bag. Whatever the reasons for these desires, the most important thing is what to do when you are attacked by the junk food craving monster? How can you defend yourself?

Be mindful of your mood. Emotional eating is strongly associated with junk food cravings. Stress, loneliness, boredom and even joy increase your desire for junk foods. We learn to associate certain foods with certain moods or feelings, such as love when your mother bakes cookies, cake for your birthday party and so on. We are not craving the food; we are actually craving the feelings that go along with it. The next time this happens, be aware of why you want that food. Try to take your mind off of it by calling a friend or family member, go out for a walk, watch your favorite movie or pick up that book you’ve been meaning to read. Chances are, if you wait it out and tackle the mood effectively, the craving will have gone too.

Be mindful of where you are. Places are strongly associated with food too. Even if you eat healthy during the week, you may have a hard time saying no to that burger and fries staring at you when you are sitting with your friends at your favorite restaurant on a Thursday night. Your subconscious associates the location with the happiness and fun you had with your friends and the food you ate. This can be dealt with by choosing healthier foods and associating them with the place. Better still, choose somewhere else to meet up with your friends to avoid temptation.

Be mindful of your routine. If you eat a bag of chips after work or a chocolate bar after a meal on a regular basis, you are actually just in a habit and it might not be a craving. You actively feel hungry because you have trained your mind that you can only feel full when you eat certain foods. These cravings are a little easier to deal with and by packing quick and healthy snacks such as fruit, dairy or nuts your chances of curbing the desire are increased exponentially.

Be mindful of denying yourself. A major craving trigger is the desire for what you should not or cannot eat. Unless there is a medical reason why you should'nt, it is actually better to give into this craving. You really can eat whatever you want as long as it is within limits. Try distracting yourself first and if you still strongly crave the food, then have a small portion. Try to eat better the rest of the day and adjust your exercise accordingly. You’ll even be surprised to find your cravings decrease now that you know you can have a little bit of your favorite foods.

Junk food cravings are like any habit that is difficult to break, a little self-ingenuity and self-motivation can help you fight the cravings the next time they strike!

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By Dr.Talal Mohammed Al Darwich

GENEROSITY AND CHIVALRY

The UAE has a genuine Arabic community that inherited rich ancestral traditions from its forefathers. History recounts some honorable character traits that Arabs were highly regarded for and that cry out with a sense of urgency to the generation of today. It implores them to review, reconsider and adopt these noble values and above all, stand by them to prevent the uprooting of a culture blossoming with dignity.

Before oil sprung forth from the ground, the Emirati community had a very close knit system based on social solidarity. ‘Al Fazaa’ was a form of social assistance provided by an entire tribe to aid its neediest members. It was a morally binding social and religious commitment, initiated by capable people rushing to the aid of those calling for help in whatever dire situation confronted them.

This spirit of cooperation was a phenomenon that was not exclusively shared between the rich and poor; it was also a bond that tied a ruler to the subjects of his dominion. Thus, “Al Shoofah” was born out of the desire to rush to the aid of Sheikhs in urgent times: They fought beside them during wars launched by other tribes, supported the wedding celebrations of their offspring and offered hospitality for their guests. When marking religious and social occasions, they willingly gave what they could in the spirit of cooperation to make evident the solidarity that existed between the tribe and its ruler.

Some may find it difficult to comprehend the depths to which Arabs went to display their generosity and offerings to those in need. The answer is summarized in a journey through the annals of history. This journey will lead you to the forefathers of today’s Arabs. One of these men of renown was Hatem Al Tai. He was the epitome of generosity, bravery, honesty, compassion and chivalry.

He was described as such: “When he fought he won. His possessions were coveted by all. That which was requested of him he gave without reservation. His competitions ended in triumph. Whatever he captured, he released. Those enslaved he set free.” He was known for slaughtering ten camels daily to feed his people.

One day, Hatem received three travelers asking for hospitality in his encampment. He prepared three camels in their honor. Astonished, one of them asked, “Yogurt is what we meant by hospitality, however, one camel would have sufficed to honor us." "I know that,” Hatem replied, “but I saw strange faces and strange garments and thus knew you were foreigners. I wanted you to remember what you have found here, and spread word of it wherever you travel!”

Hatem’s wife in commenting on his generosity for others told of an event that happened to them; “I’m amazed by his actions." she said. "One night during a drought which had befallen us and annihilated almost every living thing, he came to bed to comfort me and help me sleep. I held my words so that he would believe me asleep in hopes that he could finally get some rest. 'Did you sleep?' he asked but I didn’t respond. He remained quiet and looked out of our tent, where he saw a woman distraught and in need. 'What is the matter?' he asked. 'Hatem, I came to you for help, leaving behind my starving children,' replied the woman. 'Bring your children, for I swear by God, I will feed them until they are replete' he said."

"I lifted my head saying, 'Hatem, how can you feed her children, for I swear by God that your children went to sleep with pains of hunger.' He replied, 'I swear I will feed you, your children and hers.' He stood up, took a knife, made straight for his horse and slaughtered it. Then he kindled a fire and said to the woman, “Chop, roast, eat, and feed your children.' The woman ate and fed her children, and I awoke my children and we ate. Hatem then bemoaned, 'This is nothing but a selfish act. Hatem should dare to eat and his neighbors suffer around him!' He roamed the entire encampment inviting everyone. They all gathered around the horse except for Hatem. He did not eat from the food, yet his hunger exceeded that of those he made haste to feed."

To the Arabs of yore, a horse was considered as wealth. It was their means of travel, companion in the desert and partner during war. An Arab’s horse was like his sword, always by his side.

The story of Hatem and his horse knows no equal in this day and age. His generosity and chivalry is unparalleled, except among those who preserve their heritage and hold fast to what it means to be an Arab.

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The latest chapter in the Eurozone crisis put Cyprus in the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. Behind the headlines is a stunning Mediterranean island, also known as the Isle of Aphrodite

“What could possibly go wrong,” my husband said, referring to the holiday we’d booked to Cyprus. “It’ll be fine,” he promised, waving a whole envelope-full of Euros at me as I furtively googled things like, ‘Do ATMs still give money in Cyprus?’ and ‘Will our credit card work in Cyprus?’

I was nervous because just days after finalizing our trip, Cyprus was propelled onto the world stage as it teetered on the verge of bankruptcy. The country’s financial crisis was the top story on every news channel I turned to and Cypriot banks had closed their doors to customers.

By Marianne Makdisi

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF APHRODITE

C Y P R U S / L A R N A K A

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF APHRODITE

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“Should we cancel?” I asked, several times. "No", he replied. "We just needed to take plenty of Euros, in case cash was in short supply." And, anyway, the pictures on the news showed an island cloaked in an irresistibly clear, azure-blue sky.

LEGEND OF LOVEWe flew from Dubai to Larnaka early the next morning, picked up a rental car and set off, driving past the sprawling resort of Lemesos towards the breathtaking scenery of the island’s south-west corner. We were staying in Aphrodite Hills, named after the goddess of love and beauty, and with two children suddenly fascinated by Greek mythology, the goddess was to set the tone for the next few days.

Legend has it that, somewhere back in the mists of time, Aphrodite emerged from the sea in a surge of foam. On the old road from Lemesos to Pafos, travellers are treated to the sight of Aphrodite’s Rock rising out of the cobalt waters of the Mediterranean, a short distance from the beautiful beach that curls around the rocky outcrop.

On shore, a bush is decorated with white ribbons, tied on by couples as a symbol of their love. A local myth is that any person who swims around Aphrodite’s Rock three times will be blessed with eternal beauty. If this doesn’t take your fancy, you could instead head to the goddess of love’s 12BC sanctuary nearby to admire the remains.

According to legend, wherever Aphrodite stepped, green foliage sprang up and, in the spring, the hills behind Aphrodite’s Rock are indeed lush.

ANCIENT HISTORYPafos itself is a bustling harbour town and one of the island’s most popular holiday spots. Sleek powerboats are anchored beside fishing boats, and the fort on the harbour is worth a visit. As with the rest of the island, the town’s ancient past is just waiting to be discovered; historical monuments exist in such abundance that the whole town is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

On our last day, we drove to the Baths of Aphrodite, an enchanting, but small, rock pool, where she met her lover Adonis. Surrounded by nature trails, this natural grotto on the unspoilt Akamas peninsula is a pretty spot, with a waterfall and an ancient fig tree. Although drinking the water is believed to make you feel more youthful, a sign warns: ‘Beware. The water is not potable’.

Aphrodite’s natural beauty has been bestowed upon the peninsula’s landscape and while strolling along the trails that lace the western tip of Cyprus you might spot the pale pink anemones that her tears are said to have given life to as she mourned Adonis.

I was relieved to discover that life on Aphrodite’s crisis-hit island was continuing as normal. The banks may have been closed, but the ATMs were being refilled and our credit cards worked. From the small fishing villages on the sparkling coast to Cyprus’ larger, livelier towns, tourism was alive and well.

As we explored the Mediterranean’s third-largest island, taking in the olive groves, the fragrant citrus orchards and sea-lashed secluded coves, I like to think we did our bit to help. At the very least, we ate our weight in delicious, Greek dips and lemon-drizzled dishes.

Harbor in Paphos

View from Akamas

Path to the baths of Aphrodite

Location: Eastern Mediterranean Flight time: Just under 4 hours

Top tip: Enjoy an ancient Greek play performed in a Roman theater with the

most spectacular view on a cliff overlooking the sea.

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