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Def Leppard - Def Leppard
An Elegant
Collection
band straining to rekindle old magic.
What’s the story?
The eleventh studio album by the Sheffield
rock legends – their first since 2008.
According to vocalist Joe Elliott, the album is
self-titled because it harks back to the band’s
range of sounds over the years as it enters
the twilight of its career, with a mix of heavy,
acoustic, slow and fast aspects.
ALMOAYYED MOTORS
Inspiring
Confidence
Worth a listen?
Def Leppard carved a hugely popular niche
for themselves in the 80s’ with its glammedup version of heavy metal, which, looking
back, was more pop than anything. As the
genre, and the band itself, wanes from the
public eye, they’ve cobbled together
another batch of songs that could almost be
a greatest hits compilation. It spans a
diverse range of songs that reflect various
Edited by Apple Sharma
The festive season is
upon us and it brings
with it Majorica’s sterling
silver new collections with
different stones and pearls
that go together seamlessly
and bring out their natural
and pure state.
Available at all A La Mode outlets.
Verdict: A tired release from a
Leppard eras but, sadly, an actual greatest
hits album would be a better listen as most
of these songs sound like tired replicas of
the classics.
To be fair, the band members have tried to
push their songwriting in new directions with
songs like Man Enough and Energised, which
feature disco and techno jams, while they try
to evoke their inner Led Zeppelin with the
psychedelic, bluesy Battle of My Own. Fans
of the band will find something to love, but
younger listeners wanting to sample a
bygone era would be better off grabbing a
copy of Hysteria or Pyromania.
Confidence is all about poise, an air of self-assurance that’s developed
over years of self-belief. It’s the same with automobiles, which is why at
Almoayyed Motors, the dealer for Ford vehicles in the Kingdom,
confidence seems to surround the SUVs in the Ford stable.
These SUVs are now available at affordable prices and come with a
range of other benefits. Customers can now enjoy extremely attractive
prices, together with five years/100,000km free service, five years
/100,000km warranty, five years /100,000km 24-hour roadside assistance
and free rust proofing on popular models.
Sandeep Mathur, general manager, Almoayyed Motors, says: “It’s
crucial that owners are confident of their vehicles on the road and these
Ford SUVs offer the highest levels of confidence both in terms of
performance and driving comfort. The youthful Escape, the agile
EcoSport, the rugged Flex, the innovative Explorer and the ever-popular
Expedition, are also ideal family vehicles, thanks to their space, comfort
and power.”
The EcoSport starts from just BD80 per month, the Escape starts from
BD113 per month, the Flex at BD155 per month, the Explorer from BD158
per month and the Expedition from BD88 per month. These prices are
even more impressive when you consider the number of features the
vehicles are packed with.
The features on the Escape include, Ford SYNC-Voice activated
communications and entertainment system, power lift gate and keyless
entry. The Explorer has seven-seats, a rear view camera, a MyKey
programmable vehicle key that allows parental controls on driving speed,
and an SOS post-crash alert system. The Expedition has eight seats, a
585bhp engine, independent suspension and advance trac with roll
stability control.
Shorts
Little Mix – Get Weird
Ellie Goulding - Delirium
The UK’s leading girl group and former X
Factor winners return, with an album that is
surprisingly decent and sure to be replayed
endlessly on teen-friendly radio. The
foursome are more than just pretty faces
and are genuinely strong singers, with
powerful vocals coming to the fore in catchy
songs like the title track and Black Magic,
while they channel their inner Motown for
Love Me Like You. There’s a few too many
melodramatic ballads that bring the mood of
the album down somewhat, but this is a
solid release from a band still on the up.
Ellie Goulding returns to dish out
another serving of pure pop, with a
host of famous songwriters backing up
her charming voice with strong lyrics.
There’s a lot to process here, with the
album’s 16 songs feeling like 26 by the
time they’re done, but there’s some
enjoyable tunes to be found in the form
of Something in the Way You Move and
Codes. She’s got the ‘pop’ part nailed
to a T, so it’d be nice to see her branch
out of her comfort zone and tap into
some other genres in the future.
A New Legend is Born
This reputed marque is offering a sensational selection of SUVs at
impressive prices.
Amy: The Original Soundtrack –
Various Artists
The soundtrack to the documentary film Amy, this is
perhaps the final curtain call for the tragic musician
who wasted profound natural talent. The album is
light on new music, but most of the collection here
brings to light B-sides, bonus tracks and live
recordings that only the true hardcore fans will
have heard. This compilation isn’t anywhere near
as enlightening or engrossing as its source
material, but, if you’ve seen the film, read the views
from friends and family who knew her, and are now
determined to buy the album, there’s just enough
here to make it worth your while.
The French brand Tapeàl’oeil has a new edgy and fashionable
collection for youngsters at great prices. Available in a wide
array of colours, the clothes range from rompers to dresses,
pants, jeans, T-shirts, shirts, jackets and accessories.
Available at Tapeàl’oeil stores in City Centre Bahrain, Ramli Mall
and The Centre, Nwaidrat.
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My Scent, My Dream, My Emotion…
Black Gold
Trussardi My Scent is for the young, dynamic and cosmopolitan woman
who knows how to distinguish herself and to express her personality
through her fragrance. The perfume combines a bouquet of lively flowers
and sensuous ingredients. The essence is crisp, floral and musky.
Available at Saks Fifth Avenue and Sephora in City Centre Bahrain.
Give monochrome a modern makeover with gold, silver
and chocolate brown accents in this iconic New York loft
look from THE One’s Autumn/Winter collection. This
masculine style contrasts clean, straight lines with graphic
geometric patterns and chunky feature pieces.
Available at Al A'ali Shopping Complex.
Call 17 737-373.
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Seduce your senses this season with La Prairie’s new addition
to its Skin Caviar Collection – Skin Caviar Luxe Cream Sheer.
The “Luxe Cream” formula is enriched with a nourishing,
firming complex that stimulates the production of collagen, as
it prevents further loss.
Available at Ashrafs, Saks Fifth Avenue, Faces, Paris Gallery
and Jashanmal.
French Fashion at Fore
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happenings
SHARE YOUR AWESOMENESS
In line with celebration of Bahraini Women’s Day, BIZNET and BeckettMcInroy are organising a ladies only event – Share Your Awesomeness.
This event is by women, for women, about women. It begins at 7pm
(networking) and starts at 8pm with a brief presentation by Clare
Beckett-McInroy on recent research on women on boards, followed by
sharing stories and networking.
Some of the speakers include chief executive officer (CEO) and director
of strategy at UNISONO, Amy Morgan; clinical director and CEO, InTouch
Integrated Chiropractic Spine Center, Dr Amy Bowzaylo; CEO and
creative director of Obai & Hill, Wafa Al Obaidat; BIBF director Solveign
Nicklos; and owner of Blossom Events & Exhibition and managing
director of Showcase 101 incubator in Riyadat Mall for SME Business,
Rasha Khunji.
The event is complimentary for BIZNET members, costing BD5 for
BBBF members and BD10 for guests.
When? December 1
Event? Professional Women’s Event
Venue? The Domain Hotel and Spa
Call 17 590-135 or email [email protected]
A NOSTALGIC DRAMA
INFORMATIVE! BAHRAIN THIS MONTH INFORMS
social activists in the Spotlight section. Inside
ITS READERS ABOUT THE LATEST HAPPENINGS
Business, there’s a round up of important local
AND EVENTS TAKING PLACE AROUND TOWN,
news and more people-based interviews with
IMPACTING ON BOTH BUSINESS AND PERSONAL
entrepreneurs and business leaders.
LIVES. WE ENSURE THAT BAHRAIN’S GREAT WAY
When? December 1-3
Event? Play
Venue? St Christopher’s Senior School Campus,
Isa Town
Lifestyle features all those things which make your
OF LIFE IS CELEBRATED BY OUR READERS.
The St Christopher’s Senior School Drama department
will be re-visiting old favourites this month with the
production ‘When the Curtain Falls’. The play will take
audiences on a journey down memory lane with a story
of nostalgia. As a treasured theatre closes down, one
stage door keeper revisits haunting renditions of
unforgettable past productions.
The play starts at 7pm, tickets are priced at BD5 and
can be purchased from the school campus in Isa Town.
Call 17 605-000.
life more enjoyable, whether through the
POWER THROUGH EXPRESSION
When? December 2 - 31
Event? Painting Exhibition
Venue? InTouch Gallery
A painting exhibition ‘Power Through Expression’ by artist
Sunanda Docherty will be held on December 2 at 7pm, at
the InTouch Gallery, located in the InTouch Integrated
Chiropractic Spine Center, Janabiya. Organised by
Stafford & Sharabi and InTouch Gallery, the exhibition will
showcase a selection of monochrome-themed
watercolour paintings and other mixed-media artworks by
Sunanda. Her latest collection of work takes a fresh,
dynamic perspective on the female form, inspired by her
time in Bahrain.
The exhibit will run until December 31.
Call 17 690-100 or email [email protected]
for more information.
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The Happenings section is filled with information
Destination Report columns or the sections on
about events and activities all around the Kingdom.
Motoring, Downtime and What’s New, including
Events are previewed and a detailed calendar is
Fashion.
integrated into the editorial pages. There are
specific pages for After Dark events including
Life would not be complete without our Dining Out
parties, live music and a detailed calendar.
section, and here we do not disappoint. New
restaurants, chefs and theme nights are all covered
There are profiles with movers and shakers in the
and summarised in our F&B happenings pages
Personality and Diplomatic Talk pages, and
which also include reviews on the best places to
interviews with the Kingdom’s influencers and
eat in town.
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An up and coming band with strong ties to
Bahrain, Sheikh is making waves on the UK
music scene. BTM caught up with the band’s
drummer Vish Mhatre for a tête-à-tête.
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much sums up 22-year-old Vish Mhatre.
A budding lawyer by day and a
musician by night, Vish is the drummer
of a five-member UK-based band, Sheikh,
initially formed in Bahrain. The band’s other
members include Mazen Almaskati (vocals),
Rab Honar (bass), Jad Habib (guitar) and Josh
Simcock (synth, vocals).
“We all went to school [St Christopher’s]
together here in Bahrain,” says Vish. “We all
had a mutual friend who used to throw these
ridiculous house parties and I found out that
Mazen plays the guitar and Rab plays the bass.
We got talking and realised that we listened to
the same music; we got together for a jam and
since then it hasn’t really stopped.”
Mazen, Vish and Rab were the original
members, then met Josh and Jad in London and
kept the band going.
Talking about the band’s name, Sheikh, Vish
says: “We just wanted something that is true to
ourselves and true to where we came from.
There’s something so simple about the name
and also something quite mysterious; it’s a bit
extravagant, quite easy to remember and
always gets a good reaction.”
Having been described as Indie rock, Vish
describes the band’s style as being a mix since
everyone listens to different types of music,
from classic rock to old school hip hop, dance
and funk.
Of the demo and initial single, he says: “The
guitar’s quite ambient; the song’s fairly upbeat
but quite atmospheric at the same time.”
The band has started a new project with an
album’s worth of songs ready to be released
and they’ve been receiving a lot of support from
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a major record label in the UK. “We’re really
going to take our time to put it out and the right
label to release it with,” says Vish. “We’re
starting a tour in the first half of December and
playing a few shows around the UK – London,
Bristol, Brighton and Southampton.”
After the tour, Sheikh plans to release an EP
later next year. Talking about future plans, Vish
says: “We’ve got a lot of songs written already,
so just to put them out and hopefully get the
same reaction we got when we put out the
demo. We’ll just see how it goes really and take
it as it comes.”
Sheikh has been picked up on BBC Radio’s
BBC Introducing and through that by a couple
of London blogs.
A word of advice from Vish to other budding
bands: “Stick with the people you like, make
music that you enjoy making and never play
music to get somewhere, just do it for fun. If
you’re really good at it, people will notice you.”
Vish’s favourite local bands include friends
Flamingods (formerly from Bahrain, now based
in Dubai), Relocators and Belly of Paris.
Apart from the BBC and Amazing Radio, Vish
says their biggest supporters have been friends
and family. “I know it sounds clichéd but
without my family I wouldn’t have a drum kit.”
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Vish’s musical inspirations have been
drummers Benny Greb and Thomas Pridgen.
The whole band loves Pink Floyd, Led Zeppelin
and The Doors from the older generation and
newer bands such as Foxygen, King Gizzard &
The Lizard Wizard and Jungle.
Apart from being a lawyer and a musician,
Vish is also an avid racer. “When I was younger
I used to do a bit of karting. I’m a massive
Formula One geek on the side. I love anything
motor racing related.” Of his other interest he
says: “If I’m not racing or playing drums or
watching movies, I’m eating – in that order.”
With such a talented bunch and a major label
interest, Sheikh is definitely a name to watch
for in 2016!
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jewellery&watches
afterdark happenings
BEACH BASH
DINING
A GOOD SHOW
When? December 2
Event? Beach party
Venue? Novotel Al Dana Beach Resort
Join DJ Anais Boehm for a fun
night on the beach.
E Call 17 298-008.
When? December 3
Event? Live Music
Venue? Polo Gastropub
When? December 2
Event? Beach Party
Venue? Novotel Bahrain Al Dana resort
When? December 11
Event? Theme party
Venue? Oliveto
Come down to the chic venue for some amazing tapas,
grape and music as Argentine DJ and producer Fosky
spins a magical spell. He evolved from a rising talent to
essential player on the modern house scene with both
speed and personality. A complete DJ with a seemingly
innate understanding of the dance floor, highly adept
technical nuances and a wide-ranging collection of
essential records, Fosky has been blowing away the
crowds at festivals and clubs around the world since
2010. Catch him live from 10pm till 2am.
Call 32 000-171.
With the festive season fast approaching, now is the
ideal time to look for something special for your loved
ones. From designer watches to full on bling, Bahrain
This Month takes an in-depth look at what retailers
have to offer around town as well as at the annual
Jewellery Arabia exhibition.
Asia Jewellers: A household name in Bahrain, this
company is the supplier of a wide range of worldclass brands such as Officine Panerai watches. These
timepieces are a natural blend of Italian design, Swiss
technology and passion for the deep ocean.
Meanwhile, De GRISOGONO dazzles with its
creations, be it the captivating stone-studded high
jewellery or the dynamic designs of its timepieces.
When? December 4
Event? Fuel VIP
Venue? Café Italia
Look glamorous in white and
enjoy a smashing night of House
and R&B music.
E Call 37 733-748, 37 130-022.
Kooheji Jewellery: The reputed company is all set to
return this year to Jewellery Arabia 2015 to showcase
its superb selection of finely crafted pieces.
When? December 10
Event? Guest DJ
Venue? La Vinoteca Barcelona
Argentine DJ and producer Fosky
promises a night to remember.
E Call 32 000-171.
Al Sarraj Jewellers: Established in Bahrain in 1982,
this company has pioneered dealing in everything
from loose diamonds to precious and semi-precious
stones. Visit both its stalls, ‘Al Sarraj Pearls &
Diamond’ and ‘Al Sarraj Jewellers’, at Jewellery
Arabia for special offers and the latest collection.
Patek Philippe: has launched a number of fascinating
new models that will undoubtedly appeal to watch
collectors and aficionados alike. Responsible for
manufacturing some of the most impressive and
beautiful wristwatches in the world, this brand has a
well-deserved reputation for excellence.
When December 11
Event Theme party
Venue? Oliveto
Drop in for a unique experience
that brings the movie A
Nightmare Before Christmas to
life.
E Call 33 250-100 or email
[email protected].
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Sharif Group: Roberto Cavalli Group, one of the most
prestigious Italian fashion brands, and Franck Muller
Group, the Swiss leader in the high-end watches
sector, are causing a huge stir with their co-branding
concept Roberto Cavalli by Franck Muller. The
timepieces showcase the close collaboration
between the two brands.
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senses. Poro Maki is shrimp tempura wrapped
in a soybean sheet with sesame, garnished
with fish roe and a plum drizzle.
I thought this particular dish was perhaps the
Jim Morrison of the menu, bold, impossible to
ignore, shouting out loud with flavours but in
anyway could you dismiss its genius?
Absolutely not! Ironically it didn’t last much
longer either.
Our teppanyaki main course was akin to an
old country song — farm-fresh and utterly
comforting. Gleefully smiling by the end of this,
we polished off sesame ice-cream for dessert,
which has become my new favourite.
From connoisseurs of Japanese cuisine to
novices, all are welcome at Kei, which serves
soul satisfying food with genuine hospitality
and great pleasure.
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Consumer Reports offer our readers an opportunity to
examine the best ways to spend disposable income on
life’s luxuries, with in-depth looks at the products and
services available in the market place. From a review of the
latest sports utility vehicles, to mobile phones, home
entertainment systems and much, much more, Bahrain This
Month informs its readers about the best choices available
and from where.
Regular pages and columns include a WIN WIN
competition page, Tarotscope and Last Word.
bystander
Yania & Salwa
Kei imbibes the latter in the most creative
way, providing you a space that is minimal and
balanced to help you enjoy a good meal. The
interiors have neat lines and each article has
been handpicked from Japan.
Soon two teapots, containing dobin mushi,
were brought to the table. This is a clear broth
of shrimp, hammour, chicken, crab and
mushroom, served with a slice of lime. Five key
ingredients, and we could taste all of them
thanks to the carefully measured proportions
that combine beautifully without any conflict.
Not only was it delicious, it awakened our
palates for the next course.
Next we had Kei salad, a simple medley of
greens and seafood with a special homemade
dressing that was delightfully refreshing. What
arrived next was an absolute indulgence for all
Al Haddad Motors presented the all-new SUV range of Mercedes-Benz at its showroom in Tubli.
Melville, Redha, Mohammed, Abdulla Haddad, Graeme, Imran, Taha, Tamim & Ebrahim
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s one of the Kingdom’s most
established eateries, Kei, at Golden
Tulip Hotel, has built a reputation for
excellence over the last 30 years.
And, despite the emergence of a number of
other Japanese restaurants, it stands its
ground firmly.
Its devotees say that Kei is the closest you’ll
come to authentic Japanese dining while living
in Bahrain, so I thought it was about time I tried
it for myself.
After a warm reception at the entrance, my
friend and I were escorted to our table and
soon began snacking on edamame. While
waiting for the starters to arrive, I began
thinking about how Japan is known for its
technological innovations on one hand and
ancient culture on the other, pure juxtaposition.
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ALSO THIS MONTH:
112 IRRESISTIBLY
ITALIAN
124 MEDITERRANEAN
FLAVOURS
All That Glitters
Jewellery has always been much
more than just a fashion
accessory. Besides its inherent
value, it is also a symbol of love
and appreciation between
couples, friends and family.
When? December 4
Event? Tribute show
Venue? Rocky’s Cafe
A night to remember featuring
stellar performances by Okan
Yasin and Liza Stitt.
E Call 39 413-677, 33 346-809,
36 289-349.
Be part of this unique
rendition of Tim Burton’s
magical fantasy that brings
together great music,
theatrical performances
and a fantastic vibe under
one roof. “A Nightmare
Before Christmas”, organised by Boho Baha takes you
on an unforgettable journey where the hopeful, the living
and the recently deceased find their way to an
enchanting evening of melodic macabre.
Begin your journey with the Grim Reaper ushering you
into the quiet night of your prologue. Become a denizen of
the realm, and participate in town hall meetings with the
Mayor himself. Find your way to Oogie Boogie’s lair and
unravel his brain bug mystery as you pit your wits against
an array of ghostly gaming illusions. Then witness the
iconic “Spiral hill” brought to life by masterful music from
Szabolcs Nigo, Daniel Cochran, Robert Prest, Sumit
Sharma, Carlos Villarroel and a special guest
performance by singer/songwriter Iro Kleitou.
Finally make your way to a frosty finale in Santa’s toy
factory; where Christmas town caters to all your
crafting needs.
The event starts at 8pm with drinks, canapés and
cackles and goes on late into the night. Entry is priced at
BD20 before 10pm and BD25 after that.
Call 33 250-100 or email [email protected].
When? December 10
Event? Guest DJ
Venue? La Vinoteca Barcelona
If you’re looking for venue that offers fantastic food, a sophisticated ambience and
impeccable service, look no further than this Japanese restaurant.
When? December 3, 10 and 24
Event? Fusion night
Venue? Meisei
Drop in for an evening of great
entertainment, mixing the best of
eastern and western music.
E Call 17 007-770.
A CHRISTMAS NIGHTMARE
A FABULOUS NIGHT
ANKITA MAMGAIN
When? December 3
Event? Tribute show
Venue? The Warbler
Watch Okan Yasin and Liza Stitt
deliver a memorable tribute to
Pitbull and Ke$ha.
E Call 38 381-631.
One of the island’s favourite bands is back at this popular
venue to deliver a fine night of music. Catch the B Side live
in action singing your favourite songs with maybe a few
festive tunes thrown in as well. Entry to the gig is free; get
there early to take advantage of the daily happy hours from
4pm to 8pm.
Call 17 725-000.
The beach resort reintroduces its monthly musical event
and kick-starting the season is Anais Boehm. She is all set
with a brand new play list and loops for a unique
performance while you dance the night away on the
sandy strip. Be sure not to miss this night of great music
and barbecue bites. Entrance is free.
Call 17 298-008.
A DELICIOUS HARMONY
When? December 3
Event? Live Music
Venue? Polo Gastropub
The band B Side fills the house
with great music.
E Call 17 725-000.
Fred, Eric, Steffen, Stefan & Petr
Members of the band steal the show
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BE SEEN! The Bystander pages, spread throughout the
magazine, are the place to be seen with the movers and
shakers about town.
A pictorial memoir of events occurring in the previous
month, Bystander includes the best of thousands of
photographs taken at dozens of events each month.
MORE REACH…
Individually named and requested copies
A feature of our internationally audited distribution
database is the number of copies that are named before
being dispatched, ensuring only those who have requested
the magazine receive a personal copy. To qualify, we
require recipients to provide their income details.
Major hotels
Our distribution into the major five and four-star hotels is
geared towards areas of high traffic, including business
centres, meeting areas and management offices.
High-traffic locations
We have carefully researched key distribution points
around Bahrain where those with high disposable incomes
congregate either to work or spend their leisure time.
These high-traffic locations include waiting areas inside
offices, upmarket cafés and restaurants, hospitals,
dentists, beauty salons, fitness centres and spas.
Retail outlets
More than 160 retail outlets, including major bookshops
and supermarkets, receive Bahrain This Month for sale.
VIPs
A copy of Bahrain This Month is delivered to each
embassy and selected government ministries.
Promotional copies
Each month complimentary issues of Bahrain This Month
are dispatched to clients, advertising agencies and for use
by our own sales team.
12%
10%
6%
VIPS & PROMOTIONAL
RETAIL SALES
16%
INDIVIDUALLY NAMED
52%
Nationality Profile
HIGH TRAFFIC AREAS
The Gulf Daily News newspaper
Each subscriber to the leading English-language daily
newspaper in Bahrain receives a complimentary copy of
Bahrain This Month each month.
HOTELS
Bahrain This Month continues to top the rankings for
readership surveys conducted by external organisations
(such as PARC) and in studies conducted by our clients.
We make sure Bahrain This Month reaches our target
audience, every month. Our current print run is 13,750
copies each month, with a monthly readership in
excess of 60,000.
Data for Print run analysis
GDN SUBSCRIBERS
PUBLISHER’S DATA:
30-34
25%
35-39
BD400 - BD700
45+
23%
21%
14%
8%
BPA Worldwide Data:
A trusted member of BPA Worldwide, Bahrain This Month
offers advertisers an independent reference point to review
our circulation statistics.
Qualified (monthly average)
January - December 2013
12,250
January - June 2014
10,716
July - December 2014
10,132
40%
BD700 - BD1,000
40-44
19%
EXPAT
RESIDENTS
Monthly Salary Profile
20-24
15%
BAHRAINI
& ARAB
NATIONALS
55%
4%
Data for Age Profile
25-29
45%
35%
BD1,000+
SOCIAL MEDIA SUPPORT OPTIONS
Bahrain This Month has now introduced an integrated social media
support facility for those advertisers participating commercially.
As privileged clients of Red House Marketing, we extend our support on
our social media platforms by promoting your brand on our BTM social
media pages (i.e. Facebook, Instagram & Twitter). Our social media fans
are highly engaging and we believe social media is the best way to
complement our existing print reach to a more active online audience
thereby creating more awareness and generating brand visibility.
Parallel to the print advertisements, beauty reviews, advertorials & fitness
columns in our BTM magazine, we would like to offer you the following
online activities on our BTM social media:
1) Brand Awareness Exercises: Promotional Posts - Brand related
updates, product reviews/brand stories in the form of video content,
infographics will be posted to share the brand updates to the online
audience.
2) Custom Campaigns: We can create tailored social media packages
exclusively for BTM’s online audience e.g. offering discounts to users of
BTM based on their engagement with the brand. The offers should be
unique to RHM titles and the audience generated by such campaigns.
3) Contests: Contests that talk about the brand, trigger an action like voting
for your favorite product, service or exclusive merchandise. Give away
vouchers or prizes can be distributed to select users for their content
sharing/engagement activities.
N.B. Logistics of all the above points to be discussed with you prior to the
execution of the plan.
We can also design, curate and create content for sharing and
engagement purposes. The above approach is designed to significantly
contribute to your ‘brand buzz’, brand recall and help create brand loyal
customers for your company.
We believe, print and online promotion go hand in hand and together will
certainly enhance the brand image.
Do let us know your interest in looking at the social media promotion of
your brand on our media pages by supporting us with your valuable gift
coupons, giveaways, freebies, discount vouchers.
ONLINE EXPOSURE FOR BTM
AS OF 31 DECEMBER 2015
Over 20,000 unique visitors
Over 30,000
2,964 unique followers
1,911 unique followers
BAHRAIN THIS MONTH WEB APP www.bahrainthismonth.com
As an initiative to bring our advertisers the best marketing tool and
client experience, we have launched an interactive web app for Bahrain
This Month. Our new state-of-the-art web app offers our advertisers an
innovative way to tell their brand’s story as a mobile-friendly interactive
experience on smartphones, tablets and desktops.
We as marketers at RHM, believe content is more than your website,
blog or social network. The story of your brand touches every single piece
of content and design that you use to communicate with customers. It is
not a PDF-friendly world anymore.
We don’t allow unresponsive technology to stand in the way of our
advertisers’ ability to clearly, cleanly and creatively communicate the
story of their brand. For stronger and more valuable engagement
between your prospect/customer and your message, we offer the BTM
web app. It is typically a more avanced stage of your path-to-sales and
also post-sales.
As an effective Content Markting tool BTM web app offers:
• Responsive Experience: offered on all three major platforms - mobile,
tablet, desktop. Every one of these is optimised with adaptive user
interfaces and responsive layouts to optimise readers’ experience.
• Flexbile design and layout that allows easy immediate updates and
awesome styling.
• Detailed Analytics: in-depth reporting to show which content is being
read most.
• Easy direct access to your content with the intuitive search facility.
• Our web app is no print replica, we turn content into an interactive
experience for our readers and your customers.
• Updates on web app are instantaneous and fast.
• The web app is full HTML5app and accessible to our readers through a
direct link, there is no app shop in between.
• Simpler faster and more effective web publishing.
• Offers a unique digital experience.
• Optimum platform where content and design work together to increase
traffic, engagement and conversions.
• Higher engagement through smoother, faster and optimised digital
experiences.
• Maximises the return-on-click and leverages the attention of our
audience with our expanding set of integrated tools.
• Unparalleled ease of creation for all types of web content, moves beyond
restrictions imposed by stodgy templates.
Advertising Benefits:
• Possibility to include a Call to Action on the advert with a link to a
product page or landing page to increase conversion.
• Add social sharing buttons to Adverts.
• Include interactive elements.
• Combine storytelling with video, images, slideshows.
• Add Google Maps integration.
• Make links on adverts active.
• Include pop-ups or slideshows in adverts.
• Create advertorials. Convert into ‘real’ text instead of images, therefore
searchable and search engine optimisation friendly.
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Terms and Conditions
ADVERTISEMENT RATES & MECHANICAL DATA
Full Colour Rate in Bahrain Dinars
Advertisement
Print Area
(H x W)
Trim Size
(H x W)
Cost (BD)
Cover - Gate Fold
262 x 402
278 x 427
3,550
Double Page Spread*
262 x 416
278 x 432
1,925
Back Cover
262 x 191
278 x 216
2,035
Inside Cover, Front or Back
262 x 191
278 x 216
1,405
Opposite Inside Front Cover
262 x 191
278 x 216
1,320
DPS*, pages 2-3
262 x 416
278 x 432
2,220
Left Hand Page, pages 4-8
262 x 191
278 x 216
1,155
DPS*, pages 10-11
262 x 416
278 x 432
2,120
Right Hand Page, pages 13-29
262 x 191
278 x 216
1,100
Full Page, other pages
262 x 191
278 x 216
1,075
Half Page - Horizontal
125 x 191
580
Half Page - Vertical
253 x 94
580
Quarter Page
125 x 94
360
Eighth Page** - Horizontal
61 x 94
250
Eighth Page** - Vertical
125 x 45.5
Cancellations. Any cancellations must be
received in writing no later than 30 days prior to
the publication date, in order to be effective;
Credit Terms. 30 days from date of invoice.
Other Technical Data
Acceptable software formats. InDesign CS,
QuarkXpress, Freehand, Illustrator, Photoshop,
Press Quality PDF, TIFF and EPS, with all fonts
supplied or converted to outlines;
Screen. 150 lines per inch;
High resolution images. All images must be
supplied in 300 dpi, CMYK, accompanied by a
hard copy in colour.
250
* Ensure that 6mm on either side of the spine does not contain any text as it will be lost in binding;
** Eighth page advertisements are only available in the listings section of the magazine.
Trim Size: 278mm x 216mm, Bleed: Add 5mm on all sides
Other Special Position Request: Add 10% to cost of full page;
Additional Colour: Quoted on request.
Consumer Report Advertising
3+1 Consumer Report Package: Designed for those clients handling multiple brands and/or
products, the 3+1 package — only available for advertisements placed inside Consumer Reports
— entails payment for three advertisements and receiving one advertisement free-of-charge. The
package also includes three pages of guaranteed editorial support. However the editorial coverage
must relate to the products or services included within the advertisements placed. Cost BD 2,925.
Cost of advertorial will be added as full page/dps rate less 20% net.
Agency Commissions and Discounts
Advertising Agency Commission: 15% on rate card price;
Prepayment Discount: 5% on net price;
Series Discount, 3 – 6 consecutive inserts: 5% on rate card price, available on bookings placed
within a single calendar year; and
Series Discount, 7 – 12 consecutive inserts: 10% on rate card price, available on bookings placed
within a single calendar year.
Recommended Retail Price - BD 2/-
Publication Data
Publication Date Booking Deadline Copy Deadline Artwork Deadline Submission of artworks. All artworks must be in
digital format, either on a CD ROM, via e-mail or
by FTP. Additionally, a proof copy of the artwork
either as a PDF or a hard copy, in full colour,
should be delivered to the Red House Marketing
office in Bahrain;
1st of month
20th of month prior to publication
18th of month prior to publication
22nd of month prior to publication
Published by:
To book your advertisement, contact a sales representative at:
Tel: (+973) 17 813-777 Fax: (+973) 17 813-700 e-mail: [email protected]
mailing address: P.O. Box 20461, Manama, Bahrain.
Artwork Charges
Where Red House Marketing is required to
produce an artwork on behalf of an advertiser, the
following charges will apply:
Full Page
Half Page
Quarter Page
Eighth Page
BD
BD
BD
BD
150
110
80
60
About Red House Marketing
Red House Marketing (RHM) was founded in
1991 and is based in Bahrain.
As well as Bahrain This Month, RHM also
publishes Woman This Month (monthly
magazine), the annual Bahrain Hotel & Restaurant
Guide, The Bahrain Desert Times (bi-weekly) and
the MWR Guide (three times a year).
The activities of the company, however, are not
restricted to publishing. RHM also offers clients a
range of services including advertising, public
relations, market research, direct marketing and
event management.
Our clients include blue-chip local, regional and
international organisations. Our management
team is highly experienced in the publishing and
media business, both within the Middle East and
internationally.