live the island dream today! Letter from the MD Behind the Name Havana Apartments Amwaj Updates: Beach Fever, 2013 p.5

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1 1 Issue 31 June 2013 Letter from the MD Dear Amwaj Islanders, We are fast approaching the middle of the year, signifying another benchmark in the development of Amwaj overall. New developments and projects that have been in the works become a reality on a regular basis. On this note, we would like to take this opportunity to welcome any new residents to Amwaj Islands and enjoy living here as much we as enjoy making it your home. We are pleased to say that Amwaj Islands was the venue of choice to hold the Beach Fever event for the first time in the Kingdom, which took place on Friday May 17 in support of water sports. Please turn to the Amwaj Updates section to see a flashback of photos of the successful event, as many families enjoyed the day out. As the summer months approach us, many of you will be travelling either on vacation or to visit your families and friends back home; whatever your summer plans are we hope you have a safe trip. For those who are new to the Islands and have not previously experienced the Holy Month of Ramadan, please refer to the Amwaj Notice Board section of the newsletter for more information on Ramadan as well as codes of conduct. For those of you who will be spending your summer in Bahrain make sure to visit The Lagoon; take the time to have a stroll around and discover all the new outlets that recently opened, including new restaurants and day spas. As always, stay safe and hydrated throughout the summer months. Happy reading. Sincerely, Jameel Almatrook Managing Director, Amwaj Islands Behind the Name Havana Apartments Havana Apartments lives up to the vision of Amwaj Islands providing its residents with the beauty of seaside living and the luxury of comfort. Located on Asdaf Island, Havana Apartments was completed in May 2011 and is now over 80% occupied. The apartment building provides unfurnished apartments over five floors, available on a sales basis. Residents also enjoy amenities such as a gym, swimming pool, parking and its very own 24-hour security. The reason behind the chosen development name is a simple one: the master developer is called Havana Investment Company, hence the name. For further information or enquiries, contact Hussain on Seconds With: Israel C. Sangalang, Resort Manager, Maya Beach & Resort; p.2 Hidden Secret: Martin & Sylvia Whitaker, Sportique88; p.3 Amwaj Updates: Beach Fever, 2013 p.5 live the island dream today!

2 2 60 Seconds With... Name: Israel C. Sangalang Place of Birth: Angeles City, Philippines Company: Maya Beach Resort & Fitness Position: Resort Manager What is the nature of your job? A welcoming environment for the user is of paramount importance. My main responsibility is to oversee and manage the facility, ensure that the facility and equipment are well maintained and in good working order. Our associates are always available and ready to assist. Hygiene is of vital importance that s why a clean and tidy workout space is always presented. How long have you been working in your field? I have been working in Bahrain for about 18 years, before that I worked in a similar environment in the Philippines What experience/qualifications do you possess? Ever since I was a young boy I have been into sports. I started with tennis when I was 10 years old. In school I was a member of the High School Soccer Varsity squad. I developed a fondness for basketball and got into strength training to help me out when I played with older and bigger players by the time I was 15. As I got a bit older it became an obsession for me, I always wanted to be in the gym and I later realized that this is something that I would love to do all my life. It developed into a career as my love for sports blossomed and I pursued it further with various courses and got into Hospitality Management. Where did you previously work? I ve worked with several 5 star hotels in Bahrain before my current position with Maya. The people that I have interacted and helped all these years, are still a apart of my life today. What is your favourite type of exercise? Currently my favorite type of exercise is a circuit-based routine which incorporates Body Weight exercises, Free weights and Cardiovascular exercises. How do you motivate people to keep fit? Most of our members are motivated by the fact that you are there on the floor with them and they see you working out just as hard. I think one must lead by example and always keep fit no matter what age. I m confident that doing the right amount of exercise with a healthy eating habit, helps keep you looking and feeling younger. Is the Meena 7 gym open to residents of Amwaj only? If not, how much does it cost for non-residents to become members? The facility is offered to Amwaj residents and a select number of non-residents. We are happy to provide interested parties with a quote of our various membership options and training packages. Our contacts are provided below. What does the gym have to offer its members? Personal training? Maya currently offers Personal Training, Body sculpt and TAG (Thighs, Abs & Gluteus) Do you have a favourite motto and/or saying that you try and live by? Would you like to share it? Failure is a good thing; when it comes to maxing out on your lift Maya Beach Resort and Fitness opening hours are 6:30am pm Saturday-Thursday and 8.00am-11.00am on Fridays. To contact Izzy, please call or meena7.amwaj@ gmail.com

3 3 A Hidden Secret in Amwaj Sportique88 Martin and Sylvia Whitaker are Amwaj Islands power couple when it comes to the sports industry. In 2012, Sportique88 was launched and is based on the experience, knowledge and contacts of almost 30 years in the sports industry. Sportique88 covers a whole raft of sporting and business projects, working at local, regional and international levels with the primary focus being Bahrain and building new sporting properties and greater awareness for existing ones while at the same time communicating the values of developing professional standards for organizing sports events. Martin has been involved in motorsports throughout his career; primarily Formula One but also many other disciplines such as the World Rally Championship, said Mrs. Whitaker. Mr. Whitaker s motorsport career started as a reporter for a specialist motorsport publication in the UK before moving on to roles with the UK and International governing bodies of the sport; the RAC and FIA. Following this, he worked for Bernie Ecclestone s Formula One Management, the F1 race team McLaren, Ford Motor Company as Director of Motorsport where he was instrumental in forming the F1 team Stewart Grand Prix and managing the World Rally Championship programme with drivers such as Colin McRae, Petter Solberg and Carlos Sainz. More recently, he was the CEO of Bahrain International Circuit and the CEO of the Australian V8 Supercars Championship and has attended over 350 F1 Grand Prix races. When asked about other events he was involved in, Mr. Whitaker replied, Just about every Formula One race you can name and of course the Grand Prix here in Bahrain. After living in Tala Island for almost two years, they are convinced that Amwaj Islands provides great access and potential for sporting activities. We love living in Amwaj. It is a perfect location with ease of access to shops and business while secluded enough to encourage a totally relaxed and enjoyable quality of life. We chose Amwaj for the lifestyle and the availability of a variety of leisure, social and community activities, said the Whitakers. For more information and details on Sportique88, Mr. Whitaker on martin.whitaker@sportique88.com Amwaj Athletes Double Achievement Amwaj athletes took part in the First Women s Race and the Sofitel Sprint Triathlon under the patronage of Shaikh Nasser Bin Hamad Foundation and organized by the Bahrain Athletics Association (BAA). The First Women s Race featured a 10 km run with more than 120 Bahrainis and overseas runners. Whereas the Sofitel Sprint Triathlon consisted of a 750m swim, followed by 20km cycling and a five-km run. Amwaj resident Anastasia Ageeva achieved first runner up with an impressive time of 44 minutes and was awarded the medal for the 2nd place in the First Women s Race. Shannon Helvey, also an Amwaj Islands resident, completed the Sprint Triathlon with an amazing time of 1:20:54. Shaikh Nasser Bin Hamad Al Khalifa attended in support of the event and presented winners with medals. To participate in upcoming sports events, or for more information, please visit com.

4 4 Meet your Neighbours Name: Elizabeth, Riaan and Zion Smuts Nationality: South African Place of Stay: Mayfair Mansions What attracted you to Amwaj? You have space and freedom to walk, jog or be outside with your family, child or pets with a lovely view around you. How long have you been living here? We have been living in the Middle East for the past six years, but we moved to Bahrain four years ago. What do you do for a living? I am the Head of Human Resources & Recruitments at Lux Actuaries & Consultants at the Nuetel building here in Amwaj Islands. What events would you like to see happening in Amwaj? We would love to see more sports events & festivals for the whole family. More beach festivals such as the Beach Fever event that was held last month. We would love to have the Amwaj Marina Market throughout the summer months and not just during the winter months, maybe by utilizing an air-conditioned tent. Also, more concerts, comedians and entertainers. How do you like to spend your free time in Amwaj? 60 Seconds With... Photo of the Month I love to cycle, walk, jog and kangoo jump. We love to go out with the whole family and have dinner at The Lagoon because we now have a bigger selection of restaurants available right here by our doorstep. We also love to tan by the pool and barbeque as often as we can. What is your favourite section in the Amwaj Islander newsletter? Upcoming events, classifieds and the Amwaj Notice Board because it always keeps us posted. What would you like to see opening in Amwaj? It would be very useful to have a fuel station and car washing facility available on the islands, as well as a GP or dental clinic. In three words, describe Amwaj. Laid-back comfort, Mediterranean touch and beautiful backdrop! In your opinion, what makes Amwaj different than the other projects in Bahrain? The man-made islands are unique because of the availability of private beaches, restaurant options as well as hotel accommodations in the very near future. Do you feel you have made the right decision moving to Amwaj? Yes, absolutely! I would never want to live anywhere else in Bahrain. What s your favourite type of cuisine? We enjoy a South African Braai barbeque. If you could change anything in Amwaj, what would it be? We would love to see a recreation park with a jogging path, play area, tennis and squash courts because most Amwaj residents enjoy outdoor sports. The Lagoon could also benefit from a smaller bridge that connects both sides instead of walking around the whole Lagoon. Also, more sunset cruises! Since we live on an island, people can enjoy a boat trip against a beautiful backdrop. Amwaj Safety & Security Congratulations to Bosse Fridell who won a BD25 shopping voucher from Alosra Supermarket for June s Photo of the Month Competition with this picture! To participate, please send your photos to socialmedia@amwaj.bh Please make sure all photos entered for the competition are over 1MB in size to qualify for submission. Amwaj Security would like to inform all bikers that they may now access Amwaj Islands through the Jurdi bridge entrance, located on Jood Island after the beach club, no motorbikes will be allowed to enter through the main entrance, due to disturbances caused to residents. As mentioned previously, to help ease the traffic flow of the main gate onto the Islands, all construction vehicles and workers will be expected to use the same entrance through the Jurdi Bridge. Secure Services is instructed to manage the common areas of Amwaj as per the Rules & Regulations issued by the management of Amwaj Islands. A copy of the Rules & Regulations document for Residents and Visitors is available from the Management of Amwaj Islands. We acknowledge the residents concerns regarding several issues and are taking necessary measures with regards to progressing safety issues. Additionally, we regret to inform our residents that Mr. Khalid Manahi is no longer working with Amwaj Islands and we take this opportunity to thank him for his services. Secure Services team s contact details remain the same and are as follows: during working hours, Sunday to Thursday 8am-5pm. For all other times and 24-hour emergency telephone: If you have any comments, suggestions or complaints with regards to security services, please Secure Services on amwaj@secureservices.bh

5 5 Amwaj Updates Beach Fever 2013 Beach Fever swept across Amwaj Islands shores as families flocked to the first water sports festival as part of the 2013 Manama Capital of Arab Tourism Season of Sport celebrations. An estimated 3,800 fans travelled to the beach to try their hand at stand-up paddle-surfing, kayaking and other enthralling water-based and sand activities. Organised by Sportique88, the beach bonanza event staged near the Kazerooni Villa development, featured an array of activities including kite surfing, wake boarding, kayaking, beach football and volleyball and a kid s zone with plenty of toddler pools and games.

6 6 Amwaj Notice Board In order to clarify the various areas of responsibility in respect of property, security and maintenance contact details are provided below. Residents are responsible for ensuring that their property is secure and where appropriate insured. Residents should also be aware that problems arising behind the building line and in their accommodation area are also their responsibility including water, sewerage and electricity issues. Electricity supply issues are the responsibility of the Electricity Authorite and can be contacted on The Amwaj Security and Maintenance teams are responsible for the incidents listed below per category. Traffic accidents can be reported to police by calling 199 whereas burglary, domestic dispute, medical emergency, ambulance or fire department can be directed to 999, with the assistance of the Amwaj Security team. In the case of incidents such as trespassing, suspicious activity, anti-social behavior, illegal parking, damage to property, public dispute, theft or dangerous driving the Amwaj Security Team can be contacted on or The Amwaj Engineering department will assist the residents in accordance with the nature of incident. For sewerage leak, water leak or blockage in a common area; any area outside your property line such as roads or pathways, or street lighting issues, contact Kamel on For cases of beach cleaning, road cleaning, damage on roads or pavements, fallen signboards or flags and garbage bins request, contact Niaz on For construction site issues such as disturbances outside of the allowed working hours (6am-6pm), new building plans approvals or building extension approvals contact Roger on For workers gate pass, contact Mohammed on , for pest control issues contact Verminex on The information provided is to improve communication between the Amwaj Islands team and the residents and to assist them in the best way possible. Amwaj residents are to be informed that all satellites installed on rooftops or side walls are prohibited as per the Amwaj Deed of Restriction, clause This is to preserve the overall Developer vision to enhance the beauty of all subdivisions throughout Amwaj Islands. Residents are kindly requested to remove all satellites that fall under this category within the next three months, effective June 1st, For any assistance, please contact Nuetel Customer Services Manager on During the blessed month of Ramadan, Muslims all over the world abstain from food, drink, and other physical needs during the daylight hours. As a time to purify the soul, refocus attention on God, and practice selfsacrifice. As Ramadan approaches, Muslims around the world begin observing the fasting ritual of the Holy Month. We would like to emphasize to anyone not fasting during this month to be respectful of the Islamic customs and refrain from eating and drinking in public. Amwaj Islands residents will now get the chance to recieve FACT and Oh La La magazines free of charge. To recieve your free copy of the magazine, us your name, address and contact details on socialmedia@ amwaj.bh Upcoming Events & Sessions JUNE Tala Island Book Swap at the common area between DQ and 24 Hour Market, 10:30am-12:30pm 13 Amwaj Ladies Dinner Group. For more information or details on location, visit the official Facebook page 15 - Amwaj Island Book Swap. At Costa Coffee, The Lagoon, pm 24 Amwaj Ladies Book Club. To register or for more information, please abarr13@hotmail.com Classifieds FOR RENT/FOR SALE home owners/hunters please contact Anastasia or anastasia.ageeva@yahoo. co.uk FOR SALE TALA Palm, 2-bedroom apartment BD 110 K, 3-bedroom apartment 130 K, title deeds ready FOR SALE NEW ZAWIA TOWERS, 2-bedroom 110 sq.m 95 K, 2-bedroom 137 sq.m. BD 105 K Lagoon View FOR RENT TALA Penthouses 3-bedroom s/f Penthouse BD, 4-bedroom semi furnished Penthouse 1100 FOR RENT AMWAJ 3-bedroom, 3 bathrooms furnished spacious Penthouse with a large patio, BD 900, 2-bedroom Penthouse BD 800 FOR RENT AMWAJ HOMES 4-bedroom + maid s room semifurnished town house, rent BD FOR RENT ZAWIA TOWERS 4-bedroom furnished apartment with a maid s room on a high floor, sea view, BD 900 all inclusive FOR RENT AMWAJ compound beach villa 3-bedroom, common pool, BD 1250 exclusive Amwaj Marina

7 7 NORTH Bre ak w at er Rec rea Cen tional ter ch ea yb a F Amwaj Gardens Anood Mansions illas ni V r Sa av aa l Ba ha r Pal m Bea ch Noria Beach LAGOON NO ena Safe C Park L Ap Hoteane part l me nts Lig Tow ht ers 1 Lig Tow ht ers 01 Lagoona Tilal 03 T Peahe k wa Pan ora Pla ma ce ter water Al Marsa Town Centre chan nel The Residence ch an ne l Al Marsa Floating City Café r m ate niu akw len Bre Mil 2 water channel o azero K Orca Kazerooni Mansions Alia Mansions Beach Club Office Street and avenue Bridge Gate Lock MERITAS HOUSE Amwaj Main Office Avia ry rvice a Se AlosrStation Security Amwaj Park District Amwaj Visitors Center Supermarket Restaurant Coffee Shop Health Club Playground

8 8 Amwaj Islands Security Working Hours: 24 hrs Location: Amwaj Islands entrance M E security@amwaj.bh Amwaj Islands Main Office Working hours: 8am 5pm, Sunday - Thursday Location: Amwaj Islands entrance T E info@amwaj.bh W Tala Island Security T Nuetel Communications Working Hours: 8am 5pm, Sunday - Thursday, 8am - 2pm on Saturdays T International School of Choueifat T Amwaj Marina Dive Club Robin Bugeja M Bahrain International Airport T Amwaj Hotels The Dragon Beach Hotel & Resort T The Sea Loft Boutique Chalets T Amwaj Outlets ACES Taekwondo Academy, Tala Island M Al Osra Supermarket T Working Hours Everyday 7am - 11pm Alforno, The Lagoon T aminals, Zawia 1 T Black & White Laundry T M Burger Lounge, The Lagoon T Cave Diner & Cafe, The Lagoon M ChocoLoco T Corners T Costa Coffee, Tala Island T Costa Coffee, The Lagoon T Curry Tree, The Lagoon T Dance Studio, Tala Island M Dinora Rivera Beauty Salon, The Lagoon T Environment Friends Society M Franky Joes T Houseboat, The Lagoon T ID design, The Lagoon T Jawad Express T Johnny Rockets, The Lagoon T Directory Joz Salon & SPA, The Dragon Hotel & Resort T KARE, The Lagoon T Kut & Dry Saloon, The Lagoon T La Contesse Beauty Center T Lagoon Travel Center T Leewan Al Khor, The Lagoon T Levante, The Lagoon T Little Village T Maya Beach Resort & Fitness, Meena 7 T Working Hours: 6.30am - 10pm Saturday - Thursday 8am - 10pm on Fridays MAZ Business Center T Mei N Yu, The Lagoon T Movie Time T Muju Lounge & Restaurant T Noodle Factory, The Lagoon T Persian Room, The Lagoon T Persian Cafe, The Lagoon T Pet Arabia T Primavera Cafe, The Lagoon T Quest Realty, Meritas House T Salon 5, The Lagoon T Working Hours: 10am - 8pm Monday - Saturday Sarai, The Lagoon T Speed Rent a Car T Starbucks Coffee, The Lagoon T Tala Leisure Center T Working Hours Weekdays 6am - 10pm Weekends 9am - 6pm The Cat House T M The T-Club M Tuga Bakery T Waitrose Supermarket T Working Hours Everyday 8am - 11pm Yamin Jana T Yara Beauty Lounge, Zawia 1 T Working Hours Everyday 9am - 8pm 24-Hours Supermarket T Food Deliveries Breadtalk T Chickey s T China Express T EZ Burger T Hardeez T Hunger Line (Papa Johns, Dairy Queen, Burger King, Quiznos & Chilis) T KFC T Little Ceasars Pizza T Pizza Hut T Pizza Inn T Shanghai Hut T The Clay Oven T Wahid Pastries T YO! Sushi T Amwaj Banks & Financial Services Bahrain National Insurance T Citibank, The Lagoon T Emergency Numbers Emergency line T 999 Al Hidd Police Station T Samaheej Police Station T Coast Guard T Traffic Police T 199 Nearest Hospitals to Amwaj Bahrain Specialist Hospital T Al Hilal Hospital T King Hamad Hospital T Closest Vets to Amwaj Dr Mohammed Hussain T Dr Nonie Coutts T Closest Pharmacies to Amwaj Al Quds Pharmacy T Ibn Sina Pharmacy T Nasser Pharmacy T Taxi Services Arabian Taxi T Bahrain Limo T Bahrain Taxi T Travel Services Aradous Travel and Tour T Car Washing Services Ecowash T Home Maintenance Services Atlas BMS M M AXEM T MASY T Closest Removal & Storage to Amwaj Takhzeen Self Storage M M IT Home Services TechnoServ M Cargo Services Baz Cargo Services T Closest Post Office to Amwaj Al Hidd Post Office T Working Hours: 7am - 2pm Saturday to Thursday Shopping Malls Aali Mall T Bahrain City Center T Moda Mall T Seef Mall T