Finally - Al Ahly for Real Estate Development
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Finally - Al Ahly for Real Estate Development
& Issue No.8 - Spring 2012 y l l a n i F Foundation Academy NOW IN EGYPT ! Not For Sale At BROUGHT TO YOU BY Building a Better Life Official newsletter Call us on: 16033 www.alahly.com Content News & More 04 Al Ahly...A Company to Trust 06 Congratulations Sunterra 08 Al Ahly In Cityscape Egypt 2012 In Shape 10 Real Madrid is now in Egypt 12 Platinum Club 14 Benefits of Horseback riding 16 Work out Plan to Lose Weight 18 Snacks under 100 Calories Homes of Style 20 Square… Duplexes & Apartments 22 Questions Before You Decorate 24 How to attract positive energy Sales Team Emad George 01222187043 Ahmed Abd El Baky 01229622111 Mahmoud Ibrahim 01223108068 Ayman El Hammamy 01223109526 Wael El Tigi 01223264323 Ahmed Salah 01222251119 Ahmed Azab 01223956695 Cherine Sabri 01222251118 Mohamed Saeed 01008888211 Ramy El Genidy 01227876283 My Beach House 26 Piacera… Comfort in Sokhna 28 Reasons to Own a Beach House 30 Tips for My Beach House Garden 32 Congratulations Amwaj Get A Break 36 Your Horoscope 2012 38 Games News & More Al Ahly For Real Estate Development Company Al Ahly For Real Estate Development Company was founded in 1994, a joint stock company according to the Egyptian law section 159 for year 1981. The company partners are The National Bank of Egypt, which is the largest bank in the Middle East and was established since 1898. The bank has a share of 40% and the other 60% is by the Sabbour Family. The Chairman of the company is Eng. Hussein Sabbour, who is known for establishing one of the first engineering consultancy firms in Egypt since 1957. These two joints joint ventured to introduce a prominent real estate business that exists today. The projects range all over Egypt from the city and its outskirts all the way to the Red Sea and North Coast. Al-Ahly works in many different real estate sectors such as commercial, residential, and touristic. To dare to see things big and dream of an even brighter future is what makes AlAhly Real Estate Development company a true giant. Al Ahly ... A Company to Trust Al Ahly’ s World of Development Notion The world is constantly evolving in every possible way: ecologically, socially and professionally. To make sure a “giant” corporation such as Al Ahly for Real Estate Development Company is able to keep its place at the top of the real estate development companies in Egypt, we carefully invest our time, money and creativity. Our mission at Al Ahly is to form a strong grip on real estate, tourism and retail developments, which are the key elements for our wider vision, “Building a Better Life” is our moto. Within our projects, we believe that true innovative spirit, while building on past experience and adapting to creating new and different designs and approaches, is the key to everlasting success and leadership in such a competitive field. Building a better lifeVision We at Al Ahly have a vision, it may even be recognized as a dream that we aim to become a reality. We dream to design and build homes and compounds where our clients live in comfort and harmony, surrounded by leisure activities and exquisite landscaping. Residential and touristic communities where children feel safe and noise pollution is not an issue, yet close enough to the hustle and bustle of the city. Through achieving this, it is why today AlAhly is the real estate investor and developer of choice in Egypt, providing a valuable experience for our clients, partners and employees. We welcome everyone to come share our dream. Welcome to Al Ahly For Real Estate Development Egypt’s premier real estate developers, Al Ahly For Real Estate Development prides itself in providing its customers with the ultimate luxury, quality, service, comfort and technology whilst adhering to the highest environmental standards. At Al Ahly For Real Estate Development, we not only build homes; rather we create fully integrated living communities. Our mission is to be the real estate developer of choice, which others aspire to live amongst our community. 4 Discover More ... Start Living Mission In order to make a dream come true you have to dare to reach beyond the realm of reality. Al Ahly makes this transition by defining specific goals and an organized strategy to make sure our ideas go far beyond the drawing table. In everything we do our purpose is to turn our vision into a mission. Concretely it means that our company strives to add value to people and land as well as the development and management of remarkable real estate projects in Egypt. In doing so, of course we make sure to never lose sight of the core values that make us one of the main players in this sector in Egypt today: credibility, respect, quality, innovation, responsibility, freedom of expression, and a desire for excellence. http://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/AlAhlyForRealEstate Discover More ... Start Living 5 News & More Congratulations Project amenities and facilities • All units are fully finished. • 6 swimming pools and Heated swimming pool. • Car parking. • Shopping promenade “ IL Centro”. • Satellite TV channels. • Internet access. • Kinder garden. • Access to Private beach. • Health Club “Gold’s Gym”. • Panorama Bay View for the most of the residential area. • Specialized Project Management Company for Overseas investment. • Free regular Shuttle bus services to beach and market. • Security 24/7. • Landscaping maintenance (outside your property). • Spraying insecticides as required. • Garbage collection. • Streets, side walks and public area maintenance. • Water supply and sewage maintenance. Sunterra by Al Ahly for Real Estate Development achieved the status of Winner for the category of Tourism and Hospitality built Cityscape Awards 2012 Enjoy nature to the utmost with the panoramic view offered by the majority of the Residential units that will help you relax and spend an enjoyable time . Sharm El Sheikh Located on the southern-most tip of the Sinai Peninsula, Sharm el Sheikh is a series of bays nestled in between graceful mountain ranges offering a picturesque backdrop that mesmerizes local and international tourists alike. Sharm el Sheikh and the beautiful Red Sea Riviera is now one of the most popular destinations in the world for scuba divers and sun-worshippers alike. Also known simply as ‘Sharm’, it is the last piece to complete Egypt’s jigsaw as one of the leading tourist destinations in the world. It is home to some of the world’s greatest reef dives, including Shark and Yolanda reef, in the Red Sea’s Ras Mohammed National Park. Diving enthusiasts claim the real attraction lies beneath the surface of these crystal blue waters. Hundreds of diving centers in the area attract adventurers to the underwater wonders of the Red Sea, which boasts some of the world’s most spectacular coral and marine life. It is relatively quick, easy and inexpensive Eng. Ahmed Sabbour & Al Ahly Team Celebrating Sunterra Award Why Sunterra: A luxurious residential & commercial complex less than 2 kms south of Neama Bay, with 6 swimming pools, a health club, a shopping district and residential units variating from studios, one, two, three bedroom apartments and separate villas, in addition to the 4 stars hotel. Sunterra is Located ideally on the main “Peace Road”, close to the City Centre on a total area of 200 000 SQM. Its architect utilized this pristine location to produce a resort, taking the most advantage of nature and to provide a panoramic view for the majority of the Residential units (Villas & Apartments). 6 Discover More ... Start Living Discover More ... Start Living 7 News & More Al Ahly for Real Estate In Cityscape Egypt 2012 Cityscape Egypt: It is the largest dedicated real estate exhibition ever held in Egypt that highlights all sectors of the industry. The exhibition and conference allowed industry professionals, consumers, private and international investors, businesses and end users insight into one of the world most exciting real estate markets Cityscape Egypt in association with Next Move opened its doors to the inaugural exhibition and conference on the 20th of February 2012 at the Cairo International Convention Centre in Cairo. Why Cityscape Egypt? Four years ago, Egypt was not among the top ten destinations for investing in real estate, but now, according to a survey of 200 investors, it has reached the pinnacle,” said Blair Hagkull, MENA Chairman of Jones Lang LaSalle, a global real estate services and investment management firm. Egypt now ranks number two behind Saudi Arabia in terms of investor confidence. Rural migration toward bigger cities, most notably, Cairo, has been a driving force. In addition, there are 600,000 marriages per year in Egypt, which, in theory, translates into the same number of couples looking to make a housing purchase. Egypt’s residential real estate sector weathered the global economic downturn better than most, thanks to a young population and a cash economy that isolated it from troubled international credit markets. However, while the lack of a robust mortgage industry shielded the country from the international crisis, it has been a hindrance to the development of mid-range real estate market. Foreign direct investment (FDI), another imperative indicator, into the Egyptian real estate sector, began to gather steam following the G7 summit near the end of 2008, as “the new key word was ‘emerging markets’. Against this background, Egypt immediately blipped on investors’ radars, as it is a populous and stable country. Al Ahly For Real Estate Company has participated in cityscape 2012 exhibition with a booth with total space 370m2 Our booth theme was modern, elegant and classy design that helped reflect the company’s theme and style in providing our clients with favorable life style Eng. Ahmed Sabbour - Ahmed El Sakka - Ahmed Ghozy - Chris Speller Eng. Ahmed Sabbour & Al Ahly Team 8 Discover More ... Start Living Mr. Moustafa Sherdy - Eng. Ahmed Sabbour Mr. Tarek Amer - Eng. Ahmed Sabbour - Dr. Tamer Erfan Discover More ... Start Living 9 In Shape Cristiano Ronaldo is the world’s most expensive player Foundation Academy NOW IN EGYPT ! Real Madrid, is a professional football club based in Madrid, Spain. It was founded in 1902 as Madrid Football Club and has traditionally worn a white home kit since. The word Real is Spanish for royal and was bestowed to the club by King Alfonso XIII in 1920 together with the royal crown in the emblem. The club established itself as a major force in both Spanish and European football during the 1950. At Managed by If anyone embodies the new age player, it is Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro. Possessing strength, pace, skill and professionalism in abundance, Ronaldo’s many attributes leave him well equipped for the modern game. In an age where players have never been fitter or stronger, Ronaldo has ensured that his outrageous natural talent is complimented by a bulging physique that makes him a tough proposition for any defense. His US$131 million move from Manchester United to Real Madrid in 2009 made him the most expensive player in the world and at the Bernabeu he has thrilled the masses with high caliber performances and plenty of goals. FAME Academies FAME Academies is an Egyptian company that aims at developing the sports industry in Egypt in many ways. Its work scope involves the establishment of football academies that contribute to the development of football skills on a technical level, and the development of the society on a social level, based on a community services front. FAME Academies work towards the promotion of positive values inherent to playing sports and the promotion of sports as an educational tool that contributes to the integral development of children and youth. Cooperation between FAME Academies & Fundación Real Madrid In January 2012, FAME Academies signed a contract with Fundación Real Madrid which gives it the exclusive rights to establish the first Real Madrid Foundation Academy in Egypt for football. The Academy in Egypt is the first Technical Academy worldwide for Real Madrid outside Spain. Real Madrid’s traditional home colours are all white Although before its foundation the first kit initially adopted a blue oblique stripe on the shirt (the design was kept in the club crest); but unlike today, dark blue socks were worn. In the same year, the blue socks were replaced by black ones. Real Madrid has maintained the white shirt for its home kit throughout the history of the club. There was however one season that the shirt and shorts were not both white. Years later, Leeds United switched their blue shirt for a white one after marveling at Real Madrid’s 7-3 Victory against Eintracht Frankfurt in Glasgow’s Hampden Park. By the early 1940s the manager changed the kit again by adding buttons to the shirt and the club’s crest on the left breast (which have remained ever since). Fundación Real Madrid The Fundación Real Madrid is the instrument by which the Real Madrid Football Club makes efficient use of its social and corporate responsibility, and by which it develops projects of a social and formative nature. The Club makes an annual donation to the Fundación in order for it to undertake several activities. The Fundación Real Madrid has as its main purpose of promoting the playing of sports among children and young people, based on the understanding that playing sports contributes to the integral development of their personality, as well as providing positive leisure time alternatives over situations of risk and to promoting healthy lifestyles and habits among the young, both in Spain and the rest of the world. The Fundación Real Madrid considers playing sports to be an important factor in social integration and for promoting ethical values of solidarity, participation, team spirit, respect for opponents, non-discrimination, among others. 10 Discover More ... Start Living FAME Academies started this collaboration with Fundación Real Madrid in order to provide the children and youth with a lifetime opportunity for development as professional players in two ways, “Technical Academy” and “Social Academy”. • Real Madrid Foundation Technical Academy will be the first to open worldwide outside Spain; it is dedicated to developing the youngsters, boys and girls, into professional players through high standard football education that is supervised by the Real Madrid Foundation trainers. The Real Madrid Foundation Technical Academy commences in April 2012. • Real Madrid Foundation Social Academy is targeting the unfortunate youngsters, boys and girls, who do not have an equal chance to practice football because of their tough economic and social conditions. The social school will be free of charge, and aims for the social integration of disfavored children. The Real Madrid Foundation Social Academy will launch in September 2012. Katameya Hills Katameya Hills is in the heart of New Cairo, An imaginary luxuries compound built on an area of 37 acres, the project consists only of 105 separate villas each is set in its own grounds Light, spacious, exuding modernity whilst retaining the restrained architectural of classical age, this small collection of villas enjoys the stunning vistas and surrounded by a magnificent landscape with various water features Right beside the club house of this gated community lies down two futsal grounds dedicated to the signature Royal club of Spain Katameya Hills is one of Al Ahly For Real Estate development company compounds For the first time: Real Madrid in Egypt ( Real Madrid foundation in Egypt) Al Ahly for Real Estate Company that owns Platinum club and Katameya hills has signed an Exclusive contract with Real Madrid club to open its first football academy in Egypt at Katameya hills on 24\04\2012 and soon on Platinum Club ( New Cairo) and 6th of October city Don’t miss the first kick off Discover More ... Start Living 11 In Shape Platinum Club This is the first and only club owned by Eng. Hussien Sabbour Proudly, we present to you “Platinum Club”, it truly compliments your lifestyle. Platinum Club is destined to lead the sports and social community in new Cairo and to become the top sports gateway. With its prime location beside the American university of Cairo, 12 km from the ring road and 6 km from Suez road. Over a vast area of 28 acres of land spread to accommodate the most outstanding sports and social facilities. Platinum Club’s fascinating location was taken in consideration when it was designed in order to take full advantage of it, and to prove that what we aim for is beyond social and sports facilities. Experience the finest sports and fitness complex in Cairo. We are committed to providing you with unprecedented services and amenities to help you achieve all of your health and fitness goals. We feature innovative Mind Body programs, cutting-edge equipment, expert private trainers, and an award winning group exercise program. All created to inspire you, challenge you, and surpass your every expectation. Platinum Club Facilities: For Him: Gym & Health Club Jogging Track Social Clubhouse Cigar Lounge Tea Garden Terrace Swimming Pool Squash Hand Ball Water Polo Volley Ball Basketball Football Tennis Horseback Riding Restaurants For The Little Ones: Football Basketball Volleyball Ballet Handball Water polo Marshal Arts Tennis Squash Swimming Kids Swimming Pool Birthday Hall Kids Garden Food Court For The Whole Family: Cinema Wave pool Open Seating Area Art & Crafting Corner Paintball Main Garden For Her: Hair & Nail Salon Health club & Spa Moroccan Bath Jogging Track Social Club House Tea Garden Terrace Swimming Pool Squash Volley Ball Tennis Basketball Horseback Riding Events Room Restaurants Facilities for your Convenience: Bank Outlet Pharmacy Clinic Amphitheatre Shops Platinum Club features a luxurious fitness environment for mothers and fathers and a sports development center for their kids all under one roof. Members can participate in a variety of group fitness classes seven days a week including aqua, indoor cycling, dance classes, pilates and yoga, as many find that they enjoy group classes not only for the fitness benefit they provide but also as a means of social connection, personal training, and league play. Eng. Hussein Sabbour latinum Club is owned and managed by Eng.Hussein Sabbour, who is known for his expertise in Sports P Clubs since 1993. He is one of the pioneers in Egypt in the field of development and reconstruction engineering, in addition to his public and private consulting services in all branches of engineering harvesting his experiences for more than half a century. Being the founder and the Chairman of Sabbour Companies, he devoted himself for the social and economic actions inside Egypt and abroad. As well as the coalitions he did between many of the engineering offices, which have played a growing role and an important role in the renaissance of Egypt through the five recent decades and since 1957 Engineer Hussein graduated from the Faculty of Engineering - Cairo University, in 1957. Eng. Hussein Sabbour He received a diploma in planning roads in 1958 and in 1962 received a diploma in basic development. He established and was the head of board of directors of Sabbour Consulting Firm, since 1957, and in the last forty-three years, during which he was able to make his company one of the largest Consulting firms in Egypt, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Europe. He is Chairman of the Consulting Office of Engineer Hussein Sabbour since 2001, and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Al Ahly for Real Estate since its inception in 1994 and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Oriental Resorts for Tourism Development since 1996. He was also Chairman of the Egyptian Businessmen’s Association since 2008. Eng. Hussein has contributed in the establishment of the Union of consultants in the Islamic countries that is based in Istanbul and served as President of its Governing Council during the first four years from the date of its establishment. After going threw part of Eng. Hussein Sabbour’s years of experience and devotion to the field of Construction and Engineering, you can come up with a trust to the excellence and uniqueness of the projects under his name. 12 Discover More ... Start Living Discover More ... Start Living 13 In Shape Benefits of Horseback riding for your Child I firmly believe that horses and riding are good for children - physically, intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually. Together, horses and instructors make riders; together, good horses and good instructors make riders, horsemen, and good human beings. What does riding do for children? It gets them up and active and out in all kinds of weather, yearround. Once upon a time, this wasn’t anything out of the ordinary, but nowadays, when so many schools are eliminating physical exercise from the curriculum, riding may be the only way for some children to tap into the benefits of physical activity and fitness. For horses and for humans, physical activity is essential for good health. Restricted movement and confinement aren’t natural or healthy, and neither horses nor humans can stay sane and sensible when deprived of movement, circulation, and oxygen to the brain. In terms of posture and breathing alone, riding makes an enormous difference that is noticeable at school and at home. Riding teaches children in a way that classroom lectures cannot. Through interacting with horses and watching good role models, riders learn much more than riding skills. They learn to be thoughtful and gentle, compassion ate and empathetic. They learn to be patient. They also learn courage — and determination. Riders learn to take responsibility for their own actions, and for the consequences of those actions. This is essential training for school, for college, for a career, for life as an adult and a parent and an all- around useful citizen. As they learn to look after horses well, they also master any number of subjects that they aren’t offered in school — the value of exercise and conditioning, and the importance of warm ups, cool-downs, and proper nutrition. Horsemanship isn’t limited to horses - the attitudes and habits of a horse man can be applied throughout life. Learning to care for horses properly means learning how to take responsibility for another being that is completely dependent on them for its care, health and happiness. It’s an ideal education for future parents. (In Pony Club, we used to say — and rightly - “When Pony Clubbers grow up, they make the best parents!”) Grooming horses, cleaning stalls, scrubbing water buckets and cleaning tack are chores that must be done. Whether the ride was enjoyable or frustrating, when it’s over, the horse’s needs must be met. Cooling the horse down, giving it water, grooming it, being sure that it has a clean stall or paddock in which to relax, feeding it, and only then taking time to look after their own needs — these are the habits of a horseman. They are also the habits of good parents — and of young riders who are learning to be horsemen, and who will grow up to be compassionate, empathetic, careful, caring parents who put their children first, see to the children’s needs before getting their own drink, dinner, shower, or nap, and who won’t back away from diaper changes or from sick and fretful offspring. 14 Discover More ... Start Living Riding and horsemanship don’t distract children from their studies they help them study more wisely and much more effectively. Riding involves discipline and self-discipline. Attentive riders learn to appreciate the value of systematic, progressive training. They learn to apply themselves to their studies, and they learn how to stay focused, work hard — and work smart. Riders learn to understand the importance of process. In riding, you can’t copy someone else’s answers, because it’s not just a matter of getting the right answer, but of getting the answer in the right way. With the help of good teachers (human and equine), they learn about themselves, and they learn how they learn best — and what sort of teaching approach they find most useful and effective. They also learn some very practical social skills, such as how to put their own egos aside, how to look for causes, reasons, and solutions, and how to think instead of just reacting with a burst of temper. These skills will benefit the riders forever, even if they give up riding. Riding lessons provide useful reality checks. Riders learn to be attentive and observant. They learn the importance of having and using safety equipment and safety practices, and they learn that no matter how much they may adore their horses, the horses are still horses and are always capable of reacting to surprises or pain with a startle, rear, or kick. Horses and riding can promote children’s selfesteem and help gaining competence as riders and gives them a type of confidence that simply can’t be matched in any other sport, because they’ve not only acquired skills, they’ve built a relationship with their horse. “It builds character” is usually said about things that are unpleasant or painful — things we don’t enjoy doing and don’t want to do. Riding is a pleasant and enjoyable way to build character. Respect, compassion, empathy, responsibility, honesty, integrity, focus and follow-through. Who wouldn’t wish their children have and practice such values? In Shape Workout plan to Lose Weight When paired with eating a healthy, well-rounded diet, exercise is the best combatant in the weight loss battle. Adding 45 minutes of exercise to your daily routine will greatly improve your ability to lose fat and add muscle. Though some dieters are disconcerted to find that weight may plateau at the beginning of an exercise regimen, it is important to remember that fat is lost and muscle is built. Cardio Weight Training Flexibility Start small. Identify your target Begin lifting weights, either free weights or Increase flexibility and heart rate, and begin trying to meet at least 50 percent of your maximum heart rate during a cardio routine. Begin walking, briskly walking or doing lowimpact aerobic exercise. Try to push yourself to go a little more intensely each day by speeding up the pace of a portion of your workout by just a few seconds. To avoid boredom, change the method of obtaining a cardio workout by trying a treadmill or an elliptical machine, or biking. Your goal should be getting to 70 percent to 80 percent of your maximum heart rate, maintained for 30 minutes per day. 16 Discover More ... Start Living using a weight machine. Even if you don’t want to bulk up as part of your weight loss goals, it’s important to add weight training to your routine to add and tone muscle. Add muscle and your body will burn calories more efficiently. A good strengthtraining program will last 20 to 30 minutes, and be done in three to four sessions a week. Always allow one full day between exercising the same muscle group, as muscles need recovery time to prevent injury. Buy weight resistance bands or an inexpensive barbell set if money is a factor. Start by warming up and stretching. Pick up a light weight and do 10 to 12 repetitions with it before switching to the next muscle. Plan to increase the weight on the next training day if this weight was too easy. manage stress in low-impact activities such as yoga or Pilates. Add yoga once a week to help increase range of motion and strength. Join a class, or begin practicing at home, but the key to yoga is not pushing yourself past the level you’re comfortable with to begin. Practice Pilates to help strengthen the core and reduce pain in the lower back. When to See a Doctor? See a doctor before beginning a weight loss regimen, and check to make sure your diet is in line with your nutritional needs. Ask a doctor to recommend a cardio and weight program that includes exceptions for back, joint or cardiological problems. In Shape 100 calories 1 boiled egg and one small carrot 100 calories 1 pear and a slice of cottage cheese Eggs and carrots prevent eye diseases due to their high content of lutein and vitamin A. Pears are very healthy fruits as they remove stress and improve memory. Dairy products have a high level of probiotics good for beautiful skin and hair. 100 calories 100 calories A slice of rye bread with cottage cheese and 2 figs Figs are a good source of potassium, dietary fibers and calcium. They help control the blood pressure, they treat constipation and other digestive diseases, and might be a great support in weight management. 100 ml skim yogurt with half a cup of whole grain cereals, and half a cup of pomegranate Pomegranate is an excellent source of vitamins A, C and E, as well as folic acid. One of its many health benefits is that it improves health and good blood circulation, and it helps prevent cancer. Whole cereals are low in fat and calories and very rich in nutrients and fibers. 100 calories 95 calories Oats are a good source of soluble and insoluble fibers. A daily serving of oats can improve blood flow and blood pressure control. Eating oats has many other health benefits, such as: lowering cholesterol, reducing the risk of diabetes, sustaining energy levels and helps with dieting. 1 apple with ½ tablespoon of peanut butter 95 calories 90 calories It’s very hard to find a healthy dessert. You should choose desserts that are low in calories and fat, and rich in fibers and vitamins. Gingerbread is one healthy option for a sweet snack. Bananas consist mainly of fibers and sugars (glucose, fructose and sucrose), that’s why they are a great source of instant energy. They also contain potassium, iron and vitamin B6. Bananas help reducing depression, anemia, constipation, preventing high blood pressure, improving nerve function and keeping healthy bones. 60 calories 70 calories 28g serving of oats 1 piece of gingerbread 2-3 slices of melon or 1 slice of watermelon Watermelon is rich in lycopene (natural pigment, which gives the red color), antioxidants and vitamin B complex essential for your energy, while melon is an excellent source of vitamin A (because it contains betacaroten), vitamin C, potassium and fibers. 52 calories 1 apple “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”. Well, looking at the health benefits of apples this saying is totally true. Apples have no fat or cholesterol, and they are the richest source of pectin (natural fiber) among all fruits, fiber that decreases the chances of colon cancer, reduces high-blood pressure and acts as an antioxidant against the bad cholesterol. 18 Discover More ... Start Living s k c Sna er Und 100 Calories Snacks play a major role for everyone who wants to have a healthy balanced diet. Practically, a quick snack helps keep the energy level and, what’s more important, can keep you from eating too much at one meal. But you need to pay attention to what snack you choose. Fruits, vegetables, dairy products or whole-grain breads or cereals are a smart choice that provide all the vitamins and nutrients your body needs. At the same time, snacks under 100 calories are perfect for weight management. Apples have so many health benefits such as: reduce cancer risk, prevent heart diseases, control asthma, and a daily consumption can lead to a reduction of insulin requirements. 1 small banana 1 glass of tomato juice Tomatoes contain lycopene, a vital antioxidant that fights against cancerous cell formation. Consuming tomatoes can reduce cholesterol and the level of sugar. 42 calories glucose f o l e v le e akfast, th e r b bit dizzy r e le t t f t a li s a r u ng A few ho . A glass tart feeli d s e s u u o c y o , f s ay decrease s is the der to st ie r r a h lo a g c in t in et an d it’s g snack, low t h g li a an d olution. of water perfect s 50 g strawberries and 50 g fresh cottage cheese Strawberries contain a wide range of nutrients, phytonutrients and antioxidants. Besides vitamin C, strawberries are a source of vitamin K and managanese, folic acid, potassium, riboflavin, vitamins B5 and B6, copper, magnesium and Omega 3 fatty acids. Discover More ... Start Living 19 Homes of Style The Square Duplexes & Apartments Inspired by being positioned in a central and trendy hot spot, the square was created to become a focal gathering point in New Cairo, in addition to the green areas where you can enjoy the fresh air and the outdoor spaces. The square compound contains all the facilities that make you live in a world of luxury, comfort and convenience, in addition to the green areas where you can enjoy the fresh air and outdoor activites. The perfect place to call home! The Square is built over an area of over 100 acres; including retail and commercial purposes, ensuring its status as the new modern hub in New Cairo… In addition to rich green parks to appreciate the outdoors in, smart designs and layouts of the duplexes and apartments of the project, as well as facilities and services that cater to the residents who lead busy hectic lives. The Square Amenities and Facilities •THE SQUARE HOUSE •CHILL OUT LOUNGE •SQUARE MART •SPLASH POOLS •JOGGING TRACK •SMART HOME SYSTEMS •BABY NURSERY •PRIVATE PARKING’ •SECURITY •GREEN YARD LANDSCAPE •CLEANING SERVICES (HOUSEKEEPING) •MEDICAL CLINIC •BIKING LANE •SPORTS AREA •GARBAGE COLLECTION KINDER SQUARE •GYM •THE FOOD HUB •LAUNDRY •FACILITY •SHOPPING CENTER The Insight Story: Home at the square: The smart designs and the various divisions of units enable you to decorate and style your personal home to relax in and create the perfect comfort zone to escape from the madness of the city; the square also offers smart home system installation for those who appreciate the simplicity of home automation. Staying in shape: Being fit and leading a healthy life style is so easy at the square, the gym, the jogging track, biking lane and various sports areas are located close to your home. Shopping and socializing: The square houses, the perfect spot to meet and enjoy the company of friends while being served with a full selection of food and beverage. Enjoy the best shopping experience at the square mart where shopping is sited a walk away from home. 20 Discover More ... Start Living Discover More ... Start Living 21 Homes of Style Answer these Questions Before You Decorate Basically, it’s not a good idea to just buy wallpaper or a major piece of furniture on a whim. If you’re starting to decorate a room, there are some basic questions you should ask yourself, not only before you decorate, but even before you go out shopping. And this applies regardless of whether you’re a beginner or an experienced home renovator. If you ask yourself the following questions, you’ll be a long way toward deciding what to buy, what to get rid of, what to include, and what to do in your new room. How will I use this room? It’s a “no brainer” that a bedroom will need a bed, a chair, and a lamp. But will you choose a beautiful armoire to be a second focal point for the room or do you need to reserve a major space for your exercising machine? If you’re working on a family room, will you have a large entertainment area or will the room be filled with a pool table? And will the dining room be used for formal entertaining or will it become the home office? Will I use this room every day or just occasionally? The answer to this question will help you decide how much to spend on your decorating project, what colors to use, and what pieces of furniture you’ll need. If you’re working on a guest room that will be slept in once a month, you’ll spend much less than on a master bedroom that you’ll use every day. And a guest room can be a space to experiment with bold color, new design, and luxury items. But a master bedroom should be done in a soothing, familiar color and include practical and useful furniture. What is my favorite color and how can I use some of it in this room? It’s obvious that if your favorite color is fuchsia, you probably can’t paint your family room or teen boy’s room fuchsia. But you can find ways to bring that favorite color into almost any room in your home. Use towels, flowers, paintings with fuchsia, or cording trims to bring that color to the room. Start with an accent piece that’s multi-colored, including your favorite color. You’ll be surprised how that stand-out favorite color becomes the focal point, even if the room is plain beige! Does my room get enough natural light? If your room has dark corners or shaded light all day, you might want to select colors to brighten up the space even on the darkest of days. Or you’ll need to look for ways to add artificial light with decorative lamps, track lighting, or recessed lights. If the room gets direct sunlight throughout the day, you’ll need to think about adding draperies or window blinds or shutters to control the light. What furniture do I need and where should I put it? Not all rules apply to every room you’ll decorate but there are some tips about arranging furniture that work pretty well for any room. They’re a good starting place. Here’s a mini-course on furniture arranging: • Determine the focal point of your room. This will be the focus of all the furniture in the room. • Decide first where the largest pieces of furniture will go. This includes a sofa, a bed, or a large table. Next, decide where you’ll place large chairs, chests of drawers, or an armoire. Last, find a place for small side tables, mirrors, occasional tables, and stools. • Be sure that all seating areas have good tables and lighting near them. • Balance is important to a room. To balance a room, pair a large sofa with a similarly sized pair of chairs on the other side of the space. • For easy and friendly conversation, make sure that the major seating is within 8 to 14 feet of other seating. • Use a decorative or neutral area rug as the foundation for the seating area. Make sure that the rug is anchored with furniture around all the sides and on the corners. If I could be anywhere in the world, where would I be? This may seem like a strange question, since you’re not going there. But what you can do is add special touches to your room, any room, that reminds you of your favorite place. Do you love the beach or the mountains? Do you dream in snowy white snuggled up at a charming bed-and-breakfast inn? What mood do these places create for you? For starters, if you dream of the mountains, find ways to bring warm green, brown, natural elements into the room. Decorate with log-cabin style and add rustic elements like acorns, blue jays, and pine. If the beach is where you dream of being, add some elements that take you there. Choose a sisal rug over a hardwood floor instead of sandy colored carpet. Paint with colors of the ocean and waves. Accessorize with shells, starfish, or netting draperies. Create elements of your dream place in your space. 22 Discover More ... Start Living Discover More ... Start Living 23 Homes of Style How to attract Positive Energy when choosing your new house Feng shui is a Chinese practice that subscribes to the belief that everything is connected and strives to create a positive relationship between humans and the environment. Feng shui provides techniques to help create balance and harmony within our lives that result in positive energy. If you follow feng shui, it is important that your home is balanced and harmonious so as to invite positive energy that will help you achieve your full potential. • A newly built home has the best feng shui because it has no history, so the house is free of negative energy. If a new home is not an option, learn why the homes you are considering are being sold. Look for a home that is being sold for positive reasons, such as someone who is getting married, is starting a family or earned a promotion. A home being sold because of divorce, foreclosure or death is undesirable because these houses have negative energy and the problems the previous homeowners experienced might become yours as well. • A home’s street location is an important feng shui aspect to consider because roads are energy channels. A house that has a road coming straight at it, such as a house located at the end of a T-junction, is not recommended because the road will bring too much energy to the home. To help keep some of this excess energy at bay, make sure the home is beautifully landscaped. Homes that have stagnant energy pools, like those located at a dead end or on an alley, could also result in problems for the home’s inhabitants. Again, attractive landscaping can help combat this problem, so buying a condo or a house outside the city is a great idea. Also, try hanging wind chimes and banners to create energy flow. • A home with ideal feng shui sits at or above ground level, for it is difficult for positive energy to enter a home below ground level. Similarly, the land behind the home should either be ground level or rise, which insinuates that the house is supported. Look for a home that sits closer to the front of the lot than to the back, optimally on a square- or rectangular-shaped lot. Landscaping can be beneficial to a home’s feng shui, but it should not overwhelm the home. A tree in front of the entry or large shrubs that seem to climb the home’s exterior could prevent opportunities. • Bathrooms are associated with elimination and waste, making proper placement and design beneficial to a home’s feng shui. Avoid homes with a bathroom placed in the home’s center, for a home has better feng shui if its center remains open. Within the bathroom, avoid a toilet that faces the front door, as well as a toilet adjacent to the front door. A bathroom that has any of these seemingly negative elements could lead to health, financial and career disappointments. However, you can decrease the bathroom’s negative affects by placing a full-length mirror either on the bathroom door’s inside or both inside and outside, and keeping the bathroom door shut and toilet lid closed. 24 Discover More ... Start Living Good luck with your new house… My Beach House Piacera Comfort PIACERA Amenities • 87% landscape area • 670 m long beach front with different activities • 4 stars hotel and residential area directly on the beach front • 7 different swimming pools • Restaurants and cafes • 48 KM from Ain El Sokhna port (End of Cairo\Sokhna Road towards Zaafarana) • kids area • Bicycle lane • Floating jetty • Infinity pool • Parking lots Piacera is an ideal vacation place for all ages, as one can go cycling through the calm path ways of the compound by day and they take a long stroll there by night, while taking mesmerizing sea view sunset also there are many activities for guest and residents by day and later in the evening one has the chance to socialize and enjoy the bombing night entertainment Piacera has to offer, in addition to a wide variety of activities are available at Piacera from restaurants, cafes, football court, volley ball and much more. in Sokhna Why El Sokhna? Over the last 15 years, Ain El Sokhna has become the best location to spend your vacation, especially in winter and this is due to the sunny weather, the perfect temperature all over the year, sandy beaches, turquoise waters, the numerous marine activities and the natural mountains view. In addition to its location where it is just one hour driving from Cairo and the new road recently paved and designed with care to ensure a quick ride to and from Sokhna Owning a house in El Sokhna give you a venue outside Cairo that can be used all year round. Why PIACERA? Piacera is going to become one of the entertainment hubs of Ain El Sokhna marine entertainment core point. Ain el Sokhna is known to be a quite destination with minimal activ vities but with Piacera we are giving all neighboring resident a place to enjoy their day and night entertainment. Piacera is one of the few compounds that have both hotel and residential area directly on the beach front. Piacera is an ideal vacation place for all ages, as one can go cycling through the calm path ways of the compound by day and they take a long stroll there by night, while taking mesmerizing sea view sunset also there are many activities for guest and residents by day and later in the evening one has the chance to socialize and enjoy the bombing night entertainment Piacera has to offer, in addition to a wide variety of activities are available at Piacera from restaurants, cafes, football court, volley ball and much more. 26 Discover More ... Start Living Khaled El Sawy receiving Piacera contract from Eng. Ahmed sabbour Everything requires an edge to be the best, PIACERA has that edge Technical Details of the project: The concept is designed to use the natural leveling of the ground as the project is built on 4 different levels started from (0\3\9\12) as 0 point considered at the sea level and 12 is the highest point to improve the view of the Sea. Variety of units types such as Separate Villas, Twin Houses, chalet three bedrooms and chalet two bedrooms. Discover More ... Start Living 27 My Beach House Family holiday You are more likely to go on a family holiday if you have somewhere to go. So many people I know have the most wonderful childhood memories in their family’s vacation home. The best part is that those memories got to continue thanks to a wise investment on behalf of their parents. How awesome would it feel to not only enjoy your dream vacation home but get to pass it along to your children one day? You might not even have children currently or even be married but it’s still a great reason to consider. Making Memories Whether you are single, a couple or a family of five, a vacation home all of your own gives you a real chance to make memories. Yes, of course you can make memories while staying in a hotel but it’s not quite the same thing. Whether it be a summer cottage, beach house or a cabin in the woods, there is just something about sharing your dream vacation home year after year with those you love. Inviting other families or friends to stay with you can often enhance that experience. You’ll remember the times you spent in your vacation home forever. Social life Great Reasons to Own A BEACH HOUSE There are many great reasons why you should own a beach house. As most people desire owning their own house, there are many people who aspire to owning their own holiday property, and the beach is always considered a popular destination. A beach house needs to be fancy, as it can sleep your family and any extra guests. It should have a good living area and a great view. People buy vacation properties for many different reasons. For some it’s solely for the return on their investment and for others it’s a second home to nestle in when the temperature gets high either in winter or summer. Having a beach house will help kick start your social life, if it is a little on the slow side. Having a beach house gives you the perfect excuse to invite people to stay, plus it will be a great place to have casual summer parties and barbecues. When investing in a beach house you are also investing in a more relaxing lifestyle. A beach house is somewhere that you go to unwind your troubles, so it can be good for your stress levels to have a holiday home. If you have a high pressure job think about purchasing a beach side property, it will help you to relax and enjoy life. A Place to Call Your Own I don’t know anyone that doesn’t enjoy travel. When you have a vacation home to call your own, there is the pride of ownership but there is also the reassurance that everything is where you kept it. Travel becomes easier when you know some of your clothing and necessities are there waiting for you. There are no worries about how clean your accommodations are, because you own them, unlike a hotel which is sometimes questionable upon booking. You can use the place, entertain and do whatever you wish in your own space. There is a greater sense of freedom in that regard. A More Balanced Life People that own vacation homes are more likely to take the time off from work for some much needed rest and relaxation. It’s easy to say you’ll go away next summer, next year, etc. When you have a beautiful vacation home waiting for you, you’ll make the time, which will in turn help you live a more balanced life. After all we work too hard, so having somewhere to go to relax would definitely have its good impact on your health. Plus you will get to enjoy the fresh sea breeze. New friends You will find that you will make a whole new set of friends as you get to know your neighbours and other people in your community. You will also find that your children have made new friends with a regular crowd of kids that all come down to stay at their beach houses as well. Another asset Owning another property is a good investment as it adds to your assets. 28 Discover More ... Start Living Discover More ... Start Living 29 My Beach House Plant Selection Plants for beach house settings must adapt to this particular kind of environment. They must be salt-tolerant if they are in coast areas and must grow well in sandy soils. Beach houses on freshwater lakes have a greater selection of plants, but these may need to be cold-hardy in northern areas. Palm varieties look good in beach landscapes. Beachgrass, saltwort, pine and birch suit coastal areas. Avoid plants that grow or spread quickly that will need constant pruning or removal of debris. Choose plants that are native to the area for best chance of longterm survival as well as fewer maintenance requirements. Softscapes Softscapes are the live, horticultural elements in your landscape design. For a beach house landscape, curved beds give property a casual, relaxed feel yet hold plants neatly, according to University of Florida horticulturalist Gail Hansen. Vertical lines of tree plantings should break up long, horizontal structures of the house and provide shade for outdoor living areas. Bedding shapes can be added to break up large, uninteresting expanses. Use mulch and gravel instead of lawn grass for easy maintenance and low water usage. Lawn areas, if desired, should use native grasses or lower maintenance grasses suitable for the region of the country. Use the shapes and textures of plants like arborvitae or ferns to add interest. Hardscapes Hardscapes are areas in landscapes that do not contain plants but that contribute to the overall look of the property. Entry sidewalks, driveways, retaining walls and patios are all hardscape features that should contribute to the look of the property as a whole. Flagstone, pavers, concrete, gravel and stone are all hardscape materials used to separate garden and living areas and provide clean and organized surfaces for specific functions. Gravel gives beach houses a more relaxed look for surface areas than concrete. Pavers are used to make attractive walkways and driveways. Flagstone is a good look for pathways around beach homes, directing traffic throughout the property while maintaining a casual look. Maintenance Features Beach living is by its nature easy-care, and landscape ideas for beach houses should include research for plants that need the minimum of care. Make patio and other hardscape areas easy to clean with a simple washing with a hose. 30 Discover More ... Start Living Tips for your Beach House Garden The relaxed atmosphere and sounds of the surf make a beach house a refuge and getaway for family and friends. Entertaining is the norm when you have a beach house, so outdoor areas must have attractive areas for dining and gathering. Where the beach house is located limits the landscape ideas for plants. Select those plants that grow well in your region of the country. My Beach House Congratulations Amwaj by Al Ahly for Real Estate Development achieved the status of Highly commended for the category of Tourism and Hospitality Future Cityscape Awards 2012 Project amenities and facilities: • 4 and 5 Star Hotels • Pharmacy • Supermarket • Restaurants • Sports Area • Recreational Area • Aqua Park • Beach Club House • Swimming pool to serve each area • Shopping and outing mall • water lagoons It consists of 2613 units mixed between villas, semi-attached villas, and chalets. It is planned to have 4 hotels, which will be 4 and 5 stars unlike any other hotel in the area. It will be a perfect place for families and young couples to enjoy a weekend getaway North Coast: The beautiful north coast that stretches from Alexandria to Marsa matruoh is characterized by its pure blue waters and smooth white sand that are hard to find on other beaches along the Mediterranean. This perfect combination is what makes it a prime spot for relaxing summer vacations. Amwaj Situated along Egypt’s North Coast, its new holiday destination is a modern paradise. Lying on the beautiful white sands and clear blue waters, Amwaj is the new holiday getaway. It is located in Sidi Abdel Rahman area of the North Coast, which is close to all trendy destinations in the perimeter. Why Amwaj? Amwaj is destined to become the top holiday destination in the North Coast region; especially that it is located in the exclusive Sidi Abdel Rahman area in the city of El-Alamein. It is one of the few luxury residential destinations in the area that has a 4-star fully facilitated hotel. This will really be a “resort” with 1,300m of shoreline, retail area with restaurants, water lagoons going through the resort, and of course its fully equipped hotels. This new development will be different in the fact that it is not purely residential like most compounds in the area. In order to excel we have to show distinction which is Amwaj. Located in the middle between magnificent Sidi Abdel Rahman among the famous developments in the area, Amwaj has an ideal location on the North Coast highway. This resort destination is one of a kind on the cost and has access to all the hotspots around Sahel (North Coast). Amwaj is an ideal vacation place for all ages, together with taking mesmerizing sea view of the sunset there are also many activates to enjoy during the day and later in the evening. One has the chance to socialize and enjoy the vivid night entertainment Amwaj has to offer. 32 Discover More ... Start Living Discover More ... Start Living 33 Get A Break Check your Horoscope in Well, Well, Well. It is that time of the year when everybody starts pondering about his/ her prospects in 2012. How would be my love life, will I do well in my job, how would my health be like and whether I would be financially lucky or not? Virgo Horoscope Virgo Horoscope 2012 forecasts that you have to be tough and emotionally steady this year! The year ahead has both the bouquets and brickbats. 2012 spells out some critical situations that might lead to painful outcome. This could be in the work front or in your family. It will be more in the form of abrupt happenings and set of events. May be a colleague would prove unworthy or a near one might fall ill. The respite here is doing what the situation best demands and let time pass! Expressing yourself is important to a dear friend or a senior family member. Circumstances would propel you to react impulsively. Though at times that could be the remedy but on most occasions you need to maintain calm and take care of your temper. Diverting your mind to work is a good respite as that would give you strength and stability. Libra Horoscope Aries Horoscope The Aries Horoscope 2012 brings with it a reason to smile and rejoice. Those who were going through disillusionments for the past few months, will not be settled and feel at peace. The strong desire to chip out the unnecessary botheration will lead you towards attaining harmony of mind. Your knowledge will lead you to the right direction in life. Your realist self will play a strong role making you respond to things with an even more practical thinking. From the first month of 2012, people under Aries horoscope enter the Jupiter cycle. This brings in a good amount of cash flow and some drastic change in career. This is also the time for you to relax and go for a vacation. Spend time with your near and dear ones as family and friends will bring in joy towards the mid of the year. Taurus Horoscope After some breaks in your career in 2011, the Taurus Horoscope 2012 predicts good fortune and an excellent career growth. You know what your potentials are so plan the year accordingly. You will be authentic in anything that you do. Put in your very best and you will get to see the result through unbelievable rewards. The peripheral events that will take place will maintain a rhythm. This will help you remain antagonistic and aggressive. The influence of Jupiter offers you a bigger perspective of life. You have plenty of reasons to indulge into meaningful discussions with people around you. Use your multi-tasking act to the fullest. Some business deals will be signed towards the end of the year leading you to long-term and very successful business relations. Be prepared for huge amount of workload. Gemini Horoscope Actions, projects, and activities are the highlights of Gemini Horoscope 2012. Sprightly and energetic as the twin souls are, they would sure love their calendar to be filled with exciting events. Not only that, with new assignments there would be new aspirations as well. Gemini’s have a zest for life. The year may draw on monotony during the months of July and August, but that is just a phase. You would soon turn the scenario to enthusiasm. Relationships would bloom with family, friends and loved ones. It’s your adaptable nature that is going to make you sail through tough situations and bring satisfaction. If there be any friction this year in terms of work or otherwise, this is certainly not a time for compromises. It’s time to make your opinions heard and take the correct stand. Cancer Horoscope The planetary positions for Cancer horoscope 2012 speaks of change, especially with your associates. Children would demand greater independence. Near and dear ones would also undergo significant transformations. It can be in the form of one of your friends planning to launch a new project or a near one upset for an emotional downswing. All this will make your world be in a constant state of evolution. Cancerians are dreamy yet moody, and at times tend to get affected by in a pessimistic way during any uncalled for change. The best way to deal with it is to remain calm and treating the situation as just another phase. Good times are ahead only you need to have the eye for it! Leo Horoscope Great opportunities would be there on your way. The position of the Sun too is favorable, which adds reinforces energy and zeal. This would enhance your vitality and make you more enthusiastic at work and other matters that concern your family and loved ones. You might be caught up planning some household events and playing the generous host. Leo’s have a tendency to erupt all too soon. This is helpful at times, but can also act otherwise. 2012 involves a great amount of family involvement, where you might have to put up with few relatives with whom you might get into disagreement. In such cases handle the situation by logically reasoning out than getting into combative arguments. 36 Discover More ... Start Living Ruled by grace and charm, Librans always display a bright and vibrant outlook towards life. This is exactly what the Libra horoscope 2012 suggests. The year would start on a light note and would continue so for a while. The pressure in the workspace reduced, which in turn reduced your tensions and worries. There will be freedom of thoughts and expressions. You will have ample scopes to showcase your creativity and innovation at work. Personal life in terms of family and your relationship offers you support and guidance. You will end up spending maximum time with your loved ones this year and weave new bonds. There might be momentary depressions caused due to health and conflicts with friends. It shall be solved with time. Overall the year starts and ends on a happy note. Scorpio Horoscope Its good news for the Scorpions who have been undergoing a period of regularity both in the personal life and family. “Release of old ideas” and “involvement with new projects” is the Scorpio Horoscope 2012. It could come to you in the form of new work opportunity, a visit to a pilgrimage, cultivating a new hobby and the like. The negative impacts of last year would wash away. New hopes and beginnings in terms of relationships and work would take their course. Your health would improve too, giving you the energy and zest to strive ahead with ambitious plans. This is also a year to make new friends, but we advise that you choose them well. Sagittarius Horoscope Sagittarians often known as the “ambitious archers” always exhibit a positive outlook towards life. Honorable, gentle and enthusiastic, people born under this zodiac naturally possess the gift of the gab and the ability to withstand any adverse situation with an optimistic attitude. Sagittarius horoscope 2012 promises to be an exciting with new beginnings and ventures coming up. Perhaps a change in location or a new job opportunity, scopes and opportunities would be in abundance. Family would be important this year and spending some quality time with them is imperative. A long family vacation towards the end of the year would be perfect. That is not all. The archer also emerges victorious in areas of love, career and other fields. Let us read more on the Sagittarius 2012 forecast. Capricorn Horoscope The New Year is full of prospects and possibilities, so predicts the Capricorn Horoscope 2012. Your course of life this year attains a serenity life never had before. Not that you get all-silent and removed from life, but then the confusion and dilemma that existed would cease. Your inner self would be in agreement with the external environment. This apart the Capricorn 2012 predictions also suggests less mood swings and more of socializing. There would be new assignments to take on. It is also time for retrospection in a big way. This is the time when you can assess much of your career and personal decisions. There are chances that you will take keen interest in spirituality and other esoteric sciences. You will be eager to learn new things and would be able to adapt to new circumstances in life. Aquarius Horoscope “Try to be less hesitant” is the advice that zooms out bright from the Aquarius Horoscope 2012. Carefree yet focused, creative yet confused, at times the water bearer tends to be much of a procrastinator. This leads to unwanted inhibitions and hesitations. The Aquarius astrology update for 2012 would have circumstances where the only way out would be spontaneity. The troublesome affairs of last year ceases for good, but being hesitant to new ideas and people will only bring the same stagnation back. Your social life will improve manifolds as does your family life. Owing to a job change or a career move might take you to a new land amidst new people. Socializing is on the cards! As you meet new people, make friends you get the scope to learn about various aspects. Pisces Horoscope The Pisces horoscope 2012 predicts of serenity throughout the year. This would be true about home, work, relationships as well as friendship. The pace, at which life is going to move, would deepen your perspectives. You will be able to see things clearly. There will be a gradual evolvement that you will be having. At times, you may feel extremely removed from life and all materialistic desires. That is just a phase. You would be back to the normal grind very soon. There will be a sense of freedom generated in you, which would be reflected in your thoughts, actions and behavior. The year also asks you to take few major decisions that might change the course of your life. You have time with you, therefore there is no need to rush and hesitate. Discover More ... Start Living 37 Get A Break Lets Have Some Fun Country Funny Facts •More than 30 African nations have more cell phones than land lines. •Close to 110 million roses (mostly red) will be purchased and delivered around Valentine’s Day in the U.S. •There are more than 150 million sheep in Australia, and only some 20 million people. •Singapore means “Lion city”. •France’s capital Paris means “the working people”. •In 2002, there were no billionaires in China. In 2007, there are 106 billionaires. •Canada has more lakes than the rest of the world combined. •203 million dollars is spent on barbed wire each year in the U.S. •Singapore has only one train station. •There is a city called Rome on every continent. •There are more female than male millionaires in the United States. •Streets in Japan do not have names. •India has a Bill of Rights for cows. •Iceland has no railway system or army! •Tasmania is said to have the cleanest air in the world. answers 38 Discover More ... Start Living Discover More ... Start Living 39