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                           Pictorial
                           with
                           supermodel
                           giselle                          the art of
                           uyuni                         sculpting
                                                            beauty
                           Fernanda                        the menace
                           Ferrari                          of stray
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                                                      Letter from editor-in-Chief
JUNE /JULY 2008 | rs.50                               Dear Readers,

Editor-in-Chief                                           It is time for us to celebrate the fabulous women in the Hindi
ronak V. Vyas                                         film industry and what better way of doing that than by carrying a
                                                      mesmerizing pictorial and interview of Bollywood’s reigning queen
Media Partner                                         diva, Kareena Kapoor. To her fans she has come to epitomize the
Prashanth r                                           oomph factor. In the year 2000 she made a sizzling debut with the film Refugee and since then
Editor                                                she has never looked back. In her latest film Tashan she turns on the heat with her flirtatious lime
Anoop Verma                                           green bikini and tiny boy shorts. Her interview gives fascinating insights into the career and life of
                                                      one of India’s most famous personalities.
Advertising & Events                                      Pictures of beautiful women do inspire feelings of intense desire. Our cover model is Brazilian
Atul Prabhu                                           / Italian bombshell, Fernanda Ferrari, who has perfected the art of executing spunky poses in
Business Manager                                      revealing lingerie. She has a thing for adrenalin pumping rides in fast cars, but a girl with Ferrari
Manjunath Amashi                                      in her name is expected to live her life in the fast lane. Then there is the statuesque beauty
                                                      Arsha Tahir, whose performances on the catwalk have started creating ripples in the modeling
Design & Layout                                       world. Curvaceous and long-limbed, Giselle Uyuni’s spellbinding appeal makes her omnipresent
ranjit Joseph                                         in everyone’s fantasies.
Advertising                                               Indeed, it is intrinsic to human nature to pursue good looks, whether it is in our clothes, cars,
Ankur Vyas                                            homes, environment, or within ourselves. In an article titled, The Art of Sculpting Beauty, we take
                                                      you on a ride through the world of plastic surgery. While plastic surgery primarily remains the
Consultant                                            domain of women, the number of men going under the scalpel is steadily on the rise. There are so
Jayesh Pandya                                         many obvious benefits, but what about the pitfalls! We bring you both sides of the story.
Cartoonist                                                From beautiful bodies to beautiful destinations! When you find yourself yearning for a truly
Dan Thompson                                          majestic holiday, then it is time to pack your bags, grab your girlfriend and go for an extended trip
                                                      to the St. James’s Club! Antigua’s prime holiday destination is a hot spot for celebrities, socialites,
Contributors                                          party goers, and anyone else with a high standard of living. Another great destination for this
Chand Kishore Patro,                                  summer is China’s legendary hot-spot Macau. Billed as the Las Vegas of the Orient, Macau offers
Debjani Choudhuri, Vijay Sai, Ashwin                  myriad opportunities for high-octane gambling. We take you on a whirlwind tour of Macau’s most
Satyanarayana, Steve Badger,                          luxurious hotel & casino, the fabled Mandarin Oriental.
Mikhail Chuklai                                           The World’s Richest Indians article throws light on how it is “raining wealth” on the biggest
Web Design                                            Indian tycoons. What an average person makes within a year these honchos make in a minute.
MAC Technology                                        With rising bank balances comes expectations of better living, but there are a host of societal
                                                      problems such as the stray dog population. It is disconcerting that as pets, the dogs can bring us
To Subscribe                                          so much happiness, but as strays they end up being a menace to society. We explore this emotive
subscribe@royalmag.net                                issue in our article titled, The Menace of Stray Dogs. On a lighter note, the power of invention
Advertising                                           never ceases to amaze us. Check out our feature on a car that can drive on water and then
advertising@royalmag.net                              submerse itself and move around like a submarine. If that is not impressive enough how about a
                                                      boat that can fly and then touch down either on water or land!
Website                                               Plus there are the usual articles on gadgets, games, movies, cars and motorcycles!
www.royalmag.in                                       Do email me with your opinions and suggestions at rvyas@royalmag.net
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                                                      Ronak Vyas
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                                                      Editor-in-Chief
Bangalore - 560 020

                                                                    PhoTo CrEDiTS
Cover page - Fernanda Ferrari | Cartoons by Dan Thompson | Arsha Tahir - Photos courtesy of Porter Photography and O.S. Photography | Mandarin Oriental
Macau - Photos courtesy of Mandarin Oriental | Ibn Battuta Mall - Photos copyright by Nakheel Media Center | Rinspeed sQuba - Photos copyright by Rinspeed |
Giselle Uyuni - Photos courtesy of Juan Zambrano | Kenneth Cole - Photos copyright by House of Fraser Press | Usher Fragrance - Copyright by Clifford/Bratskeir Public
Relations | Fernanda Ferrari - Photos courtesy of Fernanda Ferrari | Lamborghini - Photos copyright by Lamborghini Press | Suzuki - Photos copyright by Suzuki Press
| Yamaha - Photos copyright by Yamaha Press | Over Her Dead Body - Copyright by New Line Cinema Movie Publicity | Flight of the Living Dead - Copyright by New
Line Cinema Movie Publicity | Krazzy 4 - Copyright by Eros Entertainment | St. James’s Club - Photos copyright by Elite Island Resorts
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COnTEnTS
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                                                                         Rinspeed sQuba
                                                                         With the Rinspeed sQuba emulating James Bond
                                                                         becomes a notch easier. Drive it on land as a
                                                                         normal vehicle and when you reach a water body
                                                                         don’t be afraid to just drive in. The sQuba is capable
                                                                         of achieving a top speed of 75mph on land, 4mph on
                                                                         water and 2mph below the surface. Just the right
                                                                         speed to make for a great escape.

                                                                         13	      Mandarin	Oriental	Macau
                                                                         16	      The	Essence	of	Being	Cool
                                                                         18	      Ibn	Battuta	Mall
                                                                         22	      Indian	Cricket	Team:		


28 Uyuni
                                                                         	        Staying	at	the	Top
                                                                         24		     Home	Improvement

Giselle
Originally from Bolivia and now based in San Francisco, Giselle
is determined to set the world afire with her high-octane
sexuality. In a striking pictorial you’ll see why her curvaceous
body and mesmerizing eyes make men go weak in the knees.
                                                                   47
36	     Q	&	A	with	Dr.Pyar
37	     Featured	Designer:	Kenneth	Cole
42	     Gadgets	




                                                                   The World’s Richest
                                                                   Indians
                                                                   They could make the legendary Midas feel jealous. The
                                                                   combined worth of the top 10 richest Indians is worth more
                                                                   than the GDP of entire nations. They are the uber-rich
                                                                   Indian entrepreneurs, hungry for new ways to demonstrate
                                                                   their wealth. Their eclectic shopping list is peppered with
                                                                   items like billion dollar global companies, fancy cars,
                                                                   corporate jets, plush mansions and everything else that
                                                                   money can buy.
COnTEnTS
46	      Jokes
51	      The	Art	of	Sculpting	Beauty
55	      Fashion:	Grooming,	Bags
68	      Cars
71	      Bikes
72	      Gaming
77		     Movies




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                                                               60
A to Z with Kareena Kapoor
Kareena Kapoor has perfected the art of making the silver
screen sizzle through an enticing blend of sexuality and
histrionics. Her fans consider her to be the sexiest heroine
in Bollywood. Coupled with her bold statements, and clever
answers, the actress is definitely at the top of her game.


82	      All	about	Poker	Tournaments
85	      Calculating	Pot	Odds
                                                               Fernanda Ferrari
                                                               Fernanda Ferrari is a ravishing mix of Italian and
86	      The	Menace	of	Stray	Dogs                              Brazilian. A supermodel who loves the thrill of speed, is
                                                               every man’s fantasy woman. But what kind of man does
                                                               Fernanda like? Without hesitation she responds stating
                                                               she likes the quiet, rugged type like Akshay Kumar.




                                                               St. James’s Club

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                                                               Located in Antigua’s lush tropical playground,
                                                               St. James’s Club spans across a 100-acre estate
                                                               boasting of breathtaking ocean views, two white sand
                                                               beaches, a regally appointed casino, excellent set of
                                                               bars, restaurants and accommodations fit for a king.
Facts & statsnOWing!!!
                              OW OFF K
                            THAT YOU CAN sH
                                                               >>>1
                                                               The great Roman Emperor Julius Caeser suffered
                                                               from epilepsy.


                                                              >>>2
                                                              Bangalore has
                                                              the highest
                                                              number of pubs
                                                              in India.



                                                                >>>3
                                                                every hour the Universe expands by a billion
                                                                miles in all directions.

                                                                     >>>4
                                                                     the call of the humpback whale is
                                                                     louder than a Concorde and can be
                                                                     heard from 500 miles away.                e it
                                                                                                          sHaK !!
                                                                                                              Y!
                                                                                                           BaB
                                                               >>>5
                                                               Humans and dolphins
                                                               are the only species
                                                               that have sex for
                                                               pleasure.


                                                                  >>>8
                                                                  india has never invaded
                                                                  any country in her last 100,000 years of history.

                     >>>6                                         >>>9
                     despite its omnipresence in movies
                                                                  The four religions born in India - Hinduism,
                     and in popular culture the modern
                                                                  Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism, are followed
                     bikini is only about 62 years old.
                                                                  by 25% of the world’s population.
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                     >>>7                                     >>>10
                     there are men in Guam whose job is       the Vishnu temple in the city of tirupathi built in
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                     to travel the countryside and deflower   the 10th century, is the world’s largest religious
                     young virgins, who pay them for the      pilgrimage destination. Larger than either Vatican
                     privilege of having sex for the first    City or Mecca, an average of 30,000 visitors donate
                     time.                                    $6 million (US) to the temple everyday.
ROyAL JUnE / JULy ’08   09
   of the month
babe




                    TAHIR
                  ARSHA
A
                rsha Tahir is hot; hotter than most
                models that you will come across.
                She has what it takes to make men
                turn their heads and do a double take
                - flawless skin, chiseled features,
                flowing dark locks, an hourglass
                figure. Her personality seems to
subsume the best attributes of two divergent worlds.
While her beauty is evocative of the sun-kissed Fijian
landscape, where she was born, her style is wholly
western, with Canada being the country where she
was raised.
     She has always been passionate about modeling,
because she loves the challenges that are intrinsic
to this profession. And what could those challenges
be! What else, but the exciting routine of traveling
around the world on photo shoots and meeting
interesting people. But it is also a fact that she
takes immense joy in executing sultry poses for the
camera. Even though she is only 23 years old, she
is already on her way to becoming Canada’s most
in demand model. Now it is only a question of time
before Hollywood beckons. But if she has her way,
then it is quite likely that Bollywood will be her first
move to acting. She confesses that she harbors an
incredible crush on Dino Morea and Shahid Kapoor.
If she were called upon to do a steamy love scene in
any movie, then she would prefer it to be with either
of these two guys.
babe
                          of the month




      I just love

Dino Morea          and

    Shahid Kapoor.
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babe
                     of the month




                                                             Aside from the Bollywood hunks, who else is
                                                             capable of turning her on? This is how she
                                                             describes the Casanova who might win her
                                                             heart, “He has to be the confident type, but
                                                             he cannot afford to be cocky. He has to be
                                                             open-minded, adventurous, versed in the art of
                                                             cracking funny jokes and he should be game
                                                             enough for being challenged by a girl.” So now
                                                             you know what sort of avatar to pick up if you
                                                             are planning to make inroads into Arsha’s heart
                                                             and mind.
                                                                 But there is another ethereal side to her
                                                             personality, one that makes her appreciate
                                                             the beauty and vibrancy of nature’s every
                                                             creature. She is clearly in love with the natural
                                                             environment. She talks about missing the pet
                                                             horse that her grandfather kept back in Fiji.
                                                             She says that if God had decided to make her
                                                             an animal then she would like to be a horse.
                                                             Is it possible that her energetic lifestyle gets
                                                             inspired from her favorite creature.




                                    I like a guy who isn’t

                     afraid
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                                           to be

                        challenged.
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Mandarin
                            Oriental
                             Macau
                                              by v deepti




A
                 ttached to the bottom of Mainland China, on the banks of the picturesque Pearl River, there
                 lies a famous peninsula called Macau. Billed as a paradise seeped in history, culture and en-
                 tertainment, this place presents the unique facet of being traditional and yet so modern. For
                 many centuries Macau had been the prized jewel in the crown of Portuguese empire and to
this day its landscape continues to be dotted with buildings and churches built in inimitable Portuguese style
of architecture. Of these, the seventeenth-century Jesuit Church of Madre de Deus, better known as Sao
Paolo, is probably the finest Christian monument in the Far East.
   It was only in 1999 that Mainland China regained control of Macau under previous treaty agreements with
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the Portuguese establishment. Under Chinese tutelage there came growth at a scorching pace. In a matter
of few years, Macau transmogrified itself into orient’s answer to the fabled Las Vegas. Its casinos and resorts
attract thrill seekers in droves. The nights turn out to be brighter than the day, as animated billboards and
marquees advertising myriad gambling hotspots light up the streets. Limousines carry the rich for their tryst
with casinos of their choice. Beautiful women who can balance themselves precariously on their high-heels
offer tantalizing prospects for romance and seduction.
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There are 388 rooms and
                                                                                                28 suites waiting for you
                                                                                                to take your pick from and
                                                                                                have the time of your life.
                                                                                                Whether you choose to stay
                                                                                                in a room or a suite, you are
                                                                                                bound to discover that luxury
                                                                                                comes standard at mandarin
                                                                                                Oriental.


                                                                                                                 with its carved teak staircase and an
                                                                                                                 ecclesiastical window looking down upon
                                                                                                                 it, creates an impression of a Portuguese
                                                                                                                 Palacio. Wherever you look, your eyes
                                                                                                                 are greeted by incredible opulence - the
                                                                                                                 sitting arrangements, the elevators, the
                                                                                                                 bars, restaurants, landscaped swimming
                                                                                                                 pools and the casino.
                                                                                                                    Chandeliers, tapestries, and artwork
                                                                                                                 embellish every inch of the lobby.
                                                                                                                 Even the guest rooms are decorated in
                                                                                                                 Portuguese fabrics and natural teak.
                                                                                                                 Whether you choose to stay in a room
                                                                                                                 or a suite, you are bound to discover
                                                                                                                 that luxury comes standard at Mandarin
                     A Gambling Paradise                          types of slot machines. Roulette and           Oriental. If you yearn to indulge in some
                        Amongst all the casinos of Macau, it is   blackjack are hot favorites, and so are        sightseeing without going through the
                     the Mandarin Oriental that turns out to      games of local origin going by fanciful        rigmarole of stepping out of your plush
                     be the most prestigious. If anything, the    names like Mahjong Baccarat, Mahjong           room, then you can go in for the Superior
                     hotel is built with a casino in mind and     Paikao and Taiwan Paikao. As the casino        City View Rooms and Deluxe City View
                     that is just one of the reasons why it can   is part of a sprawling hotel, that makes it    Rooms that offer magnificent views of
                     boast of such a fine playing environment     a perfect place where you can fuel your        South China Sea or the historic Guia
                     within its premises. Out here Baccarat       gambling fire, while still enjoying quality    Fortress. Even greater delight lies in the
                     enjoys the distinction of being the most     time with your loved ones. In fact, the        Club Floor City View Rooms that offer
                     popular table game. Even on the most         Mandarin Oriental Casino & Hotel is            views of the city and the famous Macau
                     tranquil day it will be easy for you to      included in Forbes’ list of the best casinos   Grand Prix Race Track.
                     find baccarat tables surrounded with         in the world.                                     There are 388 rooms and 28 suites
                     gamblers cheering for a win. Everyone is                                                    waiting for you to take your pick from
                     trying to get a touch of the sacred green    The Aesthetics of                              and have the time of your life. The
                     felt and strike it rich. It is a popular     Mandarin                                       truth is that the vibrant environment of
                     saying in Macau that gamblers come to           The magnificent structure of the hotel      Mandarin Hotel is especially conducive
                     Las Vegas solely to be entertained, but      exudes an aura that is a unique blend          for romantic interludes. After all, where
                     over here, gamblers, especially those        of Portuguese heritage, the traditional        else can love blossom if not in a setting
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                     of Chinese origin, step into casinos to      cultures of the Orient and the futuristic      such as this. Just imagine the feeling
                     challenge their destiny. The casino is       spirit of Las Vegas. Once you walk into        of you and your girlfriend enjoying a
                     open 24 hours a day, thus enabling its       its air-conditioned portal, you can’t          champagne breakfast in your room even
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                     patrons to challenge their destiny round     escape the feeling of being in a mythical      as the city around you is still awakening
                     the clock.                                   land, so luxurious and artistic that it        from the mists of the night.
                        Other than Baccarat, the sumptuous        seems far removed from anything that
                     spread of Mandarin Oriental’s casino         you have ever seen or experienced.             Restaurants and Bars
                     offers 11 types of table games and 59        The immaculately proportioned lobby,             From the broad range of fashionable
restaurants located within                                                                           you can get them from the Tennis
the Mandarin, it is easy to                                                                          Pro Shop. If you need to polish
choose one that suits your                                                                           your playing style, an instructor
needs and your tastes. The                                                                           is also available. A squash court is
most romantic restaurant is                                                                          available on the third floor of the
Mezzaluna, located on the 2nd                                                                        hotel for those who really want to
floor; this elegant restaurant                                                                       sweat it out. You don’t even have
offers Italian cuisine in stylish                                                                    to go out looking for a mountain
surroundings. Inspired by a                                                                          in order to indulge in rock
renovated Tuscan villa, the                                                                          climbing. The Mandarin has a 10-
restaurant features a wine                                                                           metre high, 360-degree modular
room with a global collection                                                                        rock tower, which is capable
of vintage wine. The open                                                                            of offering a truly adventurous
kitchen with wood-burning                                                                            holiday experience.
oven only adds to the charm.                                                                            For shopping addicts the
   For       aficionados       of                                                                    Mandarin Oriental Shopping
Cantonese cuisine, there is                                                                          Arcade represents a vista of
no alternative to Tunk Yee Heen which          choice of cakes and pastries, all baked       unparalleled opportunities. Situated on
offers Cantonese a-la-carte menus, as          freshly on the premises.                      the lobby floor, the shopping arcade is
well as stylish Chinese banquets. Then           The memory and the spirit of the            home to almost every major brand in
there is the Naam Thai restaurant,             legendary Portuguese maritime explorer        the world - Cartier, Emporio Armani,
famous for its top class Thai menu in          Vasco Da Gama lives on in the restaurant      Burberry, Ermenegildo Zegna, Louis
Macau. Strategically located at a spot         called Vasco. Out here irresistible local     Vuitton, Hugo Boss, Salvatore Ferragamo,
where it overlooks a vibrant swimming          tapa-style treats, exquisite high tea and     Dunhill, Hermes, Omega and Dior. One
pool and luxuriant tropical gardens, this      a vast repertoire of creative cocktails       thing is for sure, if you are staying at
intimate 60-seat restaurant is bright,         await you. But the main attraction of         Mandarin, you won’t have to travel far
casual and contemporary. Out here you          the Vasco lies in the live band that is       in order to buy an appropriate gift for
can try some of the most delicious Thai        often billed as Macau’s best nightly          your girlfriend or wife. But the world
dishes cooked from the freshest produce        entertainment. Looking for a more laid        of Mandarin is as enchanting outside
and the finest herbs and spices.               back type restaurant? Try The Veranda,        the building as it is inside it. Stepping
   Then there is the Café Bela Vista that      a poolside spot to enjoy al fresco dining,    out of the hotel and taking peek at the
carries all the splendor and charm of the      where you can savor grilled seafood and       local culture can be an unforgettable
historic Hotel Bela Vista and remains          exotic cocktails.                             experience by itself.
open 24 hours a day. Breakfast, lunch                                                          You only need to take a five-minute
and dinner buffets - you can depend on         Leisure Facilities                            walk to reach the famous Macau
this charming restaurant to keep you              Other than the sprawling casino, the       Fisherman’s Wharf that covers an area of
supplied with the tastiest morsels at          Mandarin Hotel boasts of a host of other      over 93,000 square metres and is home
all times of the day. If cakes are your        facilities to let you have the time of your   to all kinds of entertainment and retail
weakness then The Cake Shop is the             life. If it is peace and relaxation you are   facilities. The Nam Van Lake Cybernautic
place to hang out. Located on the 2nd          seeking, then check out the in-house spa.     Fountain is a man-made lake that gushes
floor, this shop is famous for its extensive   Designed like a tropical garden, the spa      with 86 waterspouts, some of which
                                               boasts of an outdoor swimming pool            are up to 80 meters high. At night the
                                               and a picturesque waterfall. Teams of         waterspouts are a sight to behold when
For aficionados                                highly trained professional therapists        288 colorful spotlights illuminate them.
                                               pamper and rejuvenate every inch of           The Taipa Houses and the Macau Tower
of Cantonese                                   your body through their massages, body        are important landmarks that showcase
cuisine, there is no                           treatments, facials, manicures, pedicures     the best aspects of local culture. Then

alternative to tunk                            and much else. An added plus are the
                                               new therapies for relaxation like the
                                                                                             there is the Wine Museum where wine
                                                                                             aficionados can discover over 1,115
Yee Heen which offers
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                                               Comfort Zone treatments, which use the        labels.
Cantonese a-la-                                marriage of science and nature to leave         Mandarin Oriental Macau is a
                                               your body and spirit in a state of bliss.     microcosm of an unique paradise on
carte menus, as well                              Mandarin Hotel makes it easy for you       earth that every human being needs to
as stylish Chinese                             to have a knockabout on a round of            experience at least once. n
                                               energetic sports. There are three tennis
banquets.                                      courts available for guests. No problem if      www.mandarinoriental.com/macau/
                                               you don’t have your own racket and balls,
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The
                     Essence of
Being Cool
                     T
                                      here once was a man named Adam.          up — in general, he became a much more attractive
                                      He was a nice enough fellow — he         man. He became the forbidden fruit. Only it’s much
                                      didn’t really know any better — and      more complex than that. Most of the women didn’t
                                      he had a woman, food, plenty of sex      know he was dating someone else. Part of it was
                                      and nudity, more pets than a zoo, and    because he was happy and confident, but he’d been
                     lived an idyllic life. Only one thing — he couldn’t eat   happy and confident alone before, without this
                     one particular fruit. Other than that, he could do        change coming. What was going on?
                     whatever he wanted. So what did he do? Obviously,            The forbidden fruit is the obvious and easy little
                     he ate the fruit. Thus began a long tradition in all      trick we can watch humanity fall for. But there is an
                     humanity; we want what we can’t have.                     opposite corollary; we don’t want what we can have.
                        Psychologists have a name for this, given to us        Theories for this abound. Some people think it’s
                     by that early Adam. It’s the forbidden fruit complex,     because our unconscious mind is triggered to think
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                     and almost everyone has it to one degree or another.      ourselves better than those who are desperate to be
                     Women have a name for this too. It is called playing      with us. Some people just find it boring — where’s
                     hard-to-get. Now, some significant time later, there      the thrill? The chase? The get-to-know-you game?
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                     was another Adam. The poor guy didn’t really know         Maybe it smacks of self-consciousness and a lack of
                     what he was doing with women, and he rarely had           confidence — why do you need me so much? What’s
                     successful dates. Finally, through blind luck, he         wrong with you? Maybe it’s the insult of skin-deep
                     found himself in a relationship. Overnight the world      lust. Hey, some women enjoy one-night-stands as
                     changed — ladies smiled at him, some chatted him          much as the next guy, but outside of the porn industry,
You don’t need to tell her
few women want to be viewed as                how much you want her.                                      you try and pet her,
just a body. And if you want it so          And more importantly, don’t                                   you’ll never catch up to
bad in such a short amount of time,
well, you don’t truly know her so we
                                            show her. Really, this is the                                 her. But act chill around
                                                                                                          cats — even ignore
know what you really want. Maybe             definition of cool. You may                                  them — and you’ll have
it makes no logical sense at all, and
                                             think you’re playing it cool                                 them crawling all over
it’s useless to analyze.                                                                                  you.
   What we can do, though, is                and not telegraphing your                                       This is the way of life.
recognize it for the pattern it is,          intentions, but guess what                                   It is one of the most
and learn from it. Just as you were                                                                       important        concepts
turned off by that nerdy girl in high
                                            — if the intentions are there,                                you’ll ever learn when it
school who had the crush on you,                  you probably are.                                       comes to attraction and
attractive women are turned off                                                                           dating. Act with ulterior
by drooling dorks. But now we’ve                                                                          motives and she’ll
got a problem. If women don’t like                                                                        know, guaranteed, and
men who obviously like them, and we         too close, you fidget with buttons,          you’ve lost all hope with her.
only want to be with women we like,         you laugh about things that aren’t              Act with no expectations and it’s a
then this easily turns into a nightmare     funny, you awkwardly get in position         fair bet she’ll see a bit of the forbidden
scenario of hopelessness.                   for a handhold. And about 2000 more.         fruit in you. This is what people mean
   This paradox is probably the cause       If you were a yogini you might be            when they say to just be yourself. If
of something like 95% of the world’s        able to approach a woman with her            you can simply enjoy being you and
loneliness. It’s a pity our emotional       attractiveness front and center in your      living your life around women without
brain — the part of the mind that is        brain and control all the little tics that   chasing them, it works. It says you are
responsible for attraction — is such a      give you away as a bundle of nervous         an interesting, confident guy who might
mess. But that’s the way it is.             sexual energy. Of course, if you were        enjoy being with a particular woman,
   I guess we should all get used to it     a yogini, you probably wouldn’t be           but you don’t need that woman. Unlike
and prepare for a life of marriage to       interested in this, but that’s another       modifying your behavior around
someone we settle for, not someone          story. No, there is a much easier way to     her, which smacks of insecurity and
we want. Right? Understand this is the      deal with this, to eliminate all the signs   weakness. So what do you need to do to
way it usually happens. It’s not the way    that say ‘I want you’. The simple answer     eliminate yearning in your interactions
it has to happen. We’ve said before that    is - relax. The longer answer is don’t       with attractive women?
attractive women assume as a matter of      try. Pretend she’s your sister. Pretend         Convince yourself you’re too busy for
course that all men want them. It might     she’s a character in a video game.           her anyway. Or, better yet, too good for
not always be true — maybe not every        Pretend she’s a practice conversation        her. Or only talk to women within areas
bum sitting outside the library with an     for some imaginary future.                   that have easy access to cold showers.
upside down hat in front of them wants         Whatever you do, don’t think about           Whatever you need to do to get
your quarter — but it’s true enough that    going back to your place with her.           yourself in the right frame of mind, do
it’s a useful rule in her daily life. She   Really, you don’t need to pretend, you       it. Remember, she’s just practice. This
knows how to deal with men when she         can simply make the conversation             is a simple concept, really, but hard to
knows what they want. So what do you        practice. With every woman. From             put into, ahem, practice. You’ll probably
need to do?                                 now till forever. You just can’t show a      hold your head well for a bit before a
                                            girl your cards early on. It’s death to      situation turns promising and you think
  Nothing.                                  attraction. It transmits all the wrong       you’re in, and the magic ends. You lose
                                            things. Sure, you might get away with        it — just for a second — and you may
  You don’t need to tell her how much       it now and again, but not usually, and       never recover.
you want her. And more importantly,         never with extremely attractive women           Of course, just standing around not
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don’t show her. Really, this is the         in high demand. And until you realize        wanting women isn’t enough. You need
definition of cool. You may think you’re    that, you should treat all women as          to know how to go up to them, talk to
playing it cool and not telegraphing        practice with that bit of knowledge.         them, trigger attraction in them, and
your intentions, but guess what — if        Because it’s never going anywhere            eventually seal the deal. Happy dating!
the intentions are there, you probably      otherwise. Once you do realize it, you’ll    n
are. There are literally thousands of       see that you just need to do what you’ve
physical clues that set off a woman’s       been doing, treating a lady as a practice    For more great articles on this topic
radar. You lean in too far or approach      conversation with no aim. Like a cat, if     check out www.pualife.net
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by pinki ShrivaStava




                     T
                                     raveling to far-off lands like any           concept of a shopping mall.
                                     intrepid globetrotter is what many of us       It is possible for you to retrace Ibn Battuta’s famous
                                     constantly fantasize about, but only few     journey without undergoing the hardships that the
                                     amongst us possess the determination         legendary traveler faced during his lifetime. You
                                     or the resources to give full vent to our    navigate in the cool and plush environs of a shopping
                     fanciful flights of wanderlust. Ibn Battuta, was one such    mall and still manage to catch a glimpse of myriad
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                     intrepid traveler, who set off on his legendary journey      cultures from all over the world. The place where you
                     more than 700 years ago, when the fastest means of           can experience such a sense of adventure happens to
                     transportation were the human feet, and only those           be the eponymous Ibn Battuta Mall, located in Dubai,
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                     that were blessed by fortune could hope for the luxury       where the possibilities tend to get limitless. Billed as
                     of traveling on a camel, horse or a ship. The account of     world’s largest themed mall, this place is embellished
                     his journey across many continents continues to be the       by six elaborately designed courts that throw fanciful
                     inspiration for many books, movies, TV serials and now       visions of places that Ibn Battuta visited and wrote about
                     for the first time it is being glorified in the design and   - Tunisia, China, Egypt, India, Persia and Andalusia.
guess its importance from the fact that this
                                                                                                          place boasts of the only IMAX theatre in the
                                                                                                          United Arab Emirates and it also offers a 21-
                                                                                                          screen Cinema Megaplex, which is located in
                                                                                                          the China Court area of the mall. So the next
                                                                                                          time you are here don’t be surprised to find
                                                                                                          your favorite Bollywood movie running on any
                                                                                                          one of the screens at the Megaplex. In fact,
                                                                                                          Bollywood movies are a huge draw at the mall
                                                                                                          and so are flicks from Hollywood.
                                                                                                            Spread across an area of 5.4 million square
                                                                                                          feet, the place is larger than most malls in the
                                                                                                                                      world. It includes 10
                                                                                                                                      car parks that can
                                                                                                                                      jointly accommodate
                                                                                            the ibn Battuta                           more than 5000 cars.
                                                                                                                                      The retail area alone
                                                                                         mall is like a bridge                        is spread across an
                                                                                         between the present                          astonishing 67,500
                                                                                         and the past, a place                        square meters and
                                                                                                                                      it has 275 retail
                                                                                            where the most                            outlets,         while
                                                                                         modern appliances,                           the      well-planned
                                                                                             artifacts and                            Food Courts span
                                                                                                                                      across 3,800 square
                                                                                          entertainments get                          meters. Some of
                                                                                          juxtaposed with an                          the best brands
                                                                                         environment that is                          in the world are
                                                                                                                                      represented      here
                                                                                          decidedly from the                          - Betsey Johnson,
                                                                                         14th century world.                          H&M,         TopShop,
                                                                                                                                      Forever 21, Ginger
                                                                                                                                      & Lace, Lacoste,
                                                                                                          Next, Pierrie Cardin, Gucci, Omega, Versace,
                                                                                                          Banana Republic and many others. Then
                                                                                                          there is the children’s play zone packed with
                                                                                                          all sorts of amusements and thrills.
                                                                                                            It is quite natural that walking up and down
                                                                                                          this mega mall is going to stimulate your
                                                                                                          appetite. But there is ample scope out here
                                                                                                          to take care of that need. On both ends of the
                                                                                                          mall two large food courts are located and
                                                                                                          that is in addition to the several coffee shops,
                     an enchanted world                                                scattered throughout its entire length. If you are an aficionado
                       Don’t be amazed if a visit to the Ibn Battuta mall evokes the   for cuisine from all over the world then you are not going to be
                     surreal feeling that you have been transported to the enchanted   disappointed. Along with the best concoctions from the world
                     world of 14th century. You will be wooed by the splendor of the   of western food, here you will also find enough opportunities
                     Arabic wind towers, and swept off your feet by the magnificence   to titillate your palate with relishing dishes of Chinese origin,
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                     of Indian domes. The lavish architecture of medieval China        sumptuous Indian fare, Tunisian food, and lip smacking treats
                     will awe you and the picturesque beauty of Tunisia will           from Egypt.
                     have a soothing effect. The Ibn Battuta mall is like a bridge
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                     between the present and the past, a place where most modern       the Place for edutainment
                     appliances, artifacts and entertainments get juxtaposed with        The most outstanding appeal of the mall lies in its
                     an environment that is decidedly from the 14th century world.     edutainment features, which combine features of education
                       Located on Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road, the mall was              and entertainment. There are numerous storytelling tours that
                     developed by Nakheel Properties Group in early 2005. You can      provide an exciting opportunity for visitors to better understand
the historical perspectives that can be gleaned
from the life of Ibn Battuta. Then there are the
numerous exhibits of ancient technological
inventions, especially from the Middle East.
The modern full-size working reproduction of
an elephant clock is particularly interesting. It
is basically an invention of Islamic origin that
consists of a water-powered clock developed in
the form of an elephant.
   Another piece of everlasting appeal is the re-
creation of a 25-metre Chinese sea faring junk
that happens to be a replica of an ancient boat on
which Ibn Battuta is said to have sailed through
the Indian Ocean. The mirror maze located in
the Chinese court is great fun and many visitors
                                                                        Landmarks of Dubai
can’t have enough of it. Another interesting item                       Year-round sunshine and a culture that is eminently lavish
is the virtual aquarium that enables visitors to                        pose enough reasons to make Dubai an enormously popular
observe many different types of marine life, including great            holiday and shopping destination.
white sharks. There is also a sand sculpture, created by world-
renowned artist Jenny Rossen, based on different mosques of             Burj Al Arab
the Middle East.                                                                If there is any structure that succinctly epitomizes the
   For book lovers a tryst with the famous Magrudy’s bookstore                     bustling, bright and cosmopolitan character of the city
is a must. Located right next to it is a toy store. Even Géant, which                of Dubai, it is the Burj Al Arab. The name translates
holds the distinction of being the largest French supermarket                          into english as “Tower of Arabs”. Since it’s opening
chain, has a store here. When you tire of sightseeing and                                date in 1999, the Burj Al Arab quickly gained the
shopping, then it is time for rest & relaxation. What can be a                            status of being Dubai’s iconic symbol. It is the
better place for that than a luxurious spa or a state of the art                           world’s most luxurious seven-star hotel, and its
gym! Try it and chances are that you will be able to recharge                              opulence is unparalleled anywhere else on the
you batteries for another round of adventures at this mall.                                  planet.
   If anything, the Ibn Battuta mall is certainly worth a visit, not                           Even those who are not staying here, flock
just for the shopping and entertainment experience, but also                                   to this hotel because a trip to Dubai is never
for the fantastic design and concept. But before you venture            complete unless your eyes have basked the beauty of Burj Al
inside this place make sure you have a full wallet and a pair of        Arab’s sail like shape soaring into the sky. At 321 meters,
comfortable walking shoes on. It is really big, so big that you         this hotel is one of the tallest in the world. It even has its own
have to become an explorer to fully appreciate its grandeur. n          helipad. It is furnished throughout in opulent Arabic style, and
                                                                        an astounding 8,600 pieces of 22-carat gold have been used
                                                                        in its construction.

                                                                        Sheikh Zayed Road
                                                                        The Sheikh Zayed Road is a landmark by itself. This road
                                                                        happens to be the home to some of the tallest buildings in
                                                                        the world, including the magnificent 355m-high Emirates
                                                                        Towers, which is the tallest building in all of Middle East and
                                                                        Europe. Many tourists board the glass elevators that take you
                                                                        to a viewing deck on the top which offers unforgettable views
                                                                        of Jumeria coast.

                                                                        Creekside Park
                                                                        Even though Dubai enjoys the reputation of being the city of
                                                                        high-rises and beaches, it does have a fair number of parks
                                                                        where you can chill out. the One such oasis is the Creekside
                                                                        Park that lies in Umm Hurair area of Dubai. The park contains
                                                                        over 280 botanical species, as well as a mass of green areas,
                                                                        leafy paths for roller-skating and jogging, three jetties for
                                                                        fishing, a mini-golf course and a 30m high cable car.
by chand kiShore patro




   Staying                                       What the
                                               Indian Cricket Team
at the
       top                                   W
                                                                         Should Do
                                                       hen the young guns of the Indian team roistered
                                                       after the historic win in the first Twenty20 World
                                                       Cup, the writing was clear on the wall – a youthful
                                      Team India is emerging as a new force to reckon with. The
                                   amalgamation of valuable experience and spirited youth is proving to
                                  be a sure recipe for success. Now it is only a question of time before we
                                make it to the top in other versions of the game– ODI, and test cricket.
                                 There is a glut of talent knocking the doors of the selection committee.
                            Promising bowlers like Balaji sit out because of injury and we don’t even miss
                      him, as an Ishant Sharma or a Praveen Kumar are there to chip in with memorable
                   performances. These are great days for Indian cricket, when we can keep a player of
                   Virendra Sehwag’s or V V S Laxman’s caliber out of the team for not being in form and
                   yet win matches in trot.
                             The saying of a famous tennis champion comes to mind – it’s easier
                         reaching the top than remaining there. So now that India has reached a pivotal
                           position what should it do to remain there? Here are a few tips that can be
                             employed:

                             Right Attitude:      There is no doubt that an aggressive attitude from
                            team members is a precondition for winning games. But the dosage of
                            aggression has been increasing dangerously during the last few months. In
                            South Africa and Australia players like Bhajji and Sreesanth demonstrated
                            in no uncertain terms that they will not take any nonsense from anybody.
                            That’s a beautiful attitude, despite a penalty here and a reprimand there
                              by cricketing governing bodies. But it becomes a problem if these players
lose self-control. The recent
slapgate incident, where Bhajji
slapped Sreesanth, tarnished
the images of both the players.
Additionally, it has now put
pressure on the whole team
to prove that it’s aggression is
well within reasonable sportive
limits. Players need to be
counseled so that they don’t
break into fits of anger.

Two Teams and Two
Captains:
The talented youngster, Dhoni,
has ample cricketing acumen.
He is capable of leading the
test team, as well as a one-day
or a T20 team. But he shouldn’t be overburdened with test          Calendar
                                                                   Allowing for Rest                 Cricket,	
                                                                                              despite	being	a	
captaincy. With the amount of cricket he is playing he will
be lucky if he can last for 5 years. Being a wicket keeper-        and Relaxation:
                                                                                               glorious	game	
captain, he has to be busy, mentally and physically all through       Its time for us
the game. Adding the burden of test captaincy will be a sure       to admit – India is
recipe for shortening Dhoni’s career. So let’s stick to the two
teams, two captains policy. It’s working fine.
                                                                   witnessing a virtual
                                                                   deluge of cricket.          of	uncertainty	
Guard against the Ganguly Syndrome:
                                                                   Players have been
                                                                                              follows	certain	
                                                                                                    patterns.
                                                                   complaining of stress
  Ganguly came in as the captain when Sachin buckled               resulting from packed
under the pressure of leading the team. Ganguly exuded             schedules. Now with
rare confidence and mental toughness. He led the Indian            the T20 version of
team to many memorable victories and there was a time              the game having made its debut, there is bound to be extra
when everybody was singing paeans on his name. But with            pressure on highly rated players who are expected to take part
Jagmohan Dalmiya at the helm of the affairs he took his            in all the versions of the game: Dhoni, Yuvraj Singh, Virendra
position for granted and developed a group of sycophants           Sehwag etc. The calendar should be designed so that it allows
around him. In future, no player or captain should be allowed      enough time for rest and rejuvenation of players.
to become bigger than the team.                                       Cricket, despite being a glorious game of uncertainty
                                                                   follows certain patterns.
Maintain a Healthy Balance:                                        And great teams like
  Bowlers like Ishant Sharma, Sreesanth, Praveen Kumar,            Australia that stayed at
and Balaji have off-set the imbalance in the Indian team           the acme of international
composition that comprised of mostly batsmen. In addition to       cricket for considerable
Zaheer Khan, Irfan Pathan, and R P Singh, these bowlers form       period have established
a robust group that offers selectors a plethora of choice. The     the unwritten formula
ratio of bowlers to batsmen availability is healthy now and this   of retaining the prime
balance should be retained.                                        position. Luckily we have
                                                                   the privilege of imbibing
Kick Favoritism Out of the Window:                                 some of their methods
  This means players like Ajit Agarkar shouldn’t be in the         and mix them with some of
contracted player’s list. Given the current pool of talent         our own proven methods.
can we imagine Ajit Agarkar in the list of probable players?       If followed scrupulously,
Clearly he has been allowed to play a year or two extra on the     these methods can ensure
basis of sheer favoritism stalling the entry of other promising    that we rule the roost in
bowlers. This should stop. It may sound clichéd but, “only the     international cricket for
top talents should be picked”.                                     the next decade. n
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James Bond was
                                           about 30 years ahead
                                           of his time when he
                                           drove his sleek vehicle
                     T
                                                                                                  by melody brooke
                           he
                           from
                                   sQuba,
                                       the underwater in the cult
                           ensemble of     classic, the spy Who
                     Rinspeed, has now
                     won the distinction
                                           Loved Me.
                     of being the world’s
                     first car that can perform as well on ground,
                     as it can on the surface of water and even
                     underwater. The avant-garde vehicle is the
                     stuff that dreams are made of. Rinspeed’s
                     Founder & CEO Frank M. Rinderknecht is a
                     self-confessed James Bond enthusiast and
                     for many years had been planning to build a
                     car that would capture the hearts of car and
                     technology zealots everywhere.
                        There have been military class vehicles in
                     the past that can go underwater
                     and can be driven slowly over
                                                         But now you don’t even need to
                     the ground, but what sets
                                                         be a superstar spy in order to go
                     sQuba apart is that it can glide
                     like a fish. It is watertight and
                                                         underwater...
                     pressure resistant enough to be
                     maneuverable underwater. The sQuba does
                     not carry a conventional combustion engine;
                     instead several electric motors power it.



                                       Three motors are located in the rear, one of which
                                       provides propulsion when the vehicle is being used
                                       on land, while the other two drive the screws for
                                       underwater motoring. The front of the car features
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                                       two Seabob jet drives, which are made out of high-
                                       tech nano materials, and are extremely light and
                                       twist resistant.
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                                          Once you drive into any beach in an sQuba, there
                                       is no doubt that many beach babe beauties will be
                                       attracted to it like bees to honey. Ask one of them
                                       to hop in, make her wear the scuba mask and then
                                       just drive into the water; the vehicle will float on the
enjoy the underwater scenery,
as the car glides with a swarm
of fish, and floats over a vista of
underwater plants. Top speed is
75mph on land, 4mph on water
and 2mph below the surface.
                      surface, and to get it underwater you have to
                      open the door slightly so that water can get in.
                      The breathing air comes from a compressed
                      air tank connected to the scuba mask that
                      occupants wear. Enjoy the underwater
                      scenery, as the car glides with a swarm of
                      fish, and floats over a vista of underwater
                      plants. Top speed is 75mph on land, 4mph
                      on water and 2mph below the surface. That
                      should be about enough to help you achieve
                      the adrenaline high you are seeking.
                             Best thing about the sQuba is that it
                      is powered by lithium-ion batteries which
                      makes it emission free thus allowing the
                      precious environment to be unharmed. For
                      safety reasons the car is designed without
                      a roof, so that in case of an emergency the
                      occupants can make a quick exit. n

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Best thing about the sQuba is that it is powered
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interview
                     with
                     giselle
                     uyuni


                          In a bikini and high-heeled
                            shoes, Giselle Uyuni is
                           fetchingly beautiful. Sexy
                         Giselle has been using her
                       light eyes and and sculpted
                       features, not to mention her
                         fabulous 32-24-32 curves,
                        to woo fans worldwide. The
                      camera is always eager to get
                      passionately intimate with her.
                     Bolivia had been her residence
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                       for 13 years, but these days
                           she calls San Francisco,
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                          California home. Working
                         constantly with the world’s
                     leading fashion photographers,
                       Giselle is turning out to be a
                           quintessential pinup girl.
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I would
                           absolutely love to
                     share a sex scene
                                     with
                        Angelina
                              Jolie,
                     Brad Pitt
                        or
                          Christian
                                   Bale.
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What made you decide to pursue
modeling?
At first it was just for fun but then I realized
that it was something I truly love doing.
Being in front of the camera is exciting and
it is also a good way for me to express my
individuality. I love immersing myself in the
character and concept. I find the creative
process inspiring. There is also a sense
of accomplishment that’s very valuable to
me.



Tell us about the projects you are
currently working on.
I am currently involved in several coffee
book projects. One of them is an outdoor
glamour photography coffee book that
will be sold worldwide. As summer
approaches I will be busy traveling and
shooting in various parts of the country.

How do you maintain your flawless
figure? Any fitness tips for our
readers.
I get lots of exercise, fresh air and I follow a
healthy diet. Eating out is a whole lot of fun
and a favorite pastime with me, but when I
eat out I am always mindful of what I order
and how much I eat. I usually try to order
seafood.

Do Hollywood dreams come on your
radar screen?
Of course, who wouldn’t want to be part of
a cool project in Hollywood?

Favorite Hollywood star you want to
share a steamy love scene with?
Oh my...I would absolutely love to share a
sex scene with Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt or
Christian Bale. They are gorgeous in every
possible way.

Best body in Hollywood? Worst?
 In my opinion I always thought Pamela
Anderson has one of the hottest figures in
Hollywood. As for the worst - that honor
falls upon Jabba the Hut from Star Wars.
If you were an animal what would
                                                you want to be?
                                                I would love to be a dolphin because of
                                                their wonderful and playful nature.

                                                Many models say they feel very
                                                sexy, even turned on, while posing
                                                for the camera. Do you feel that way
                                                while posing?
                                                For me the whole process is exciting.
                                                Getting my hair and make up done,
                                                choosing a fun wardrobe and then working
                                                with the photographer to produce sexy
                                                and creative images. All this can have an
                                                intoxicating effect. And it does.

                                                What kind of man turns you on the
                                                most?
                                                Even though looks play a role, I find a
                                                man’s personality to be most important.
                                                Any kind-hearted man who knows how to
                                                be sexy without trying too hard will turn me
                                                on. He must know how to handle himself
                                                with elegance and style; he should have a
                                                good sense of humor and self-confidence.
                                                Cheer up guys, there is not much that I am
                                                demanding from you.




                     The worst
                                 pick-up line
                       I’ve ever heard is,
                     “Did it hurt when you
                      fell from heaven?”
ROyAL
32 JUnE / JULy ’08
Describe your ideal date?
Going out to a nice restaurant and having
delicious food and wine.

Worst pick up line ever used on
you?
I personally feel that any pick up line is in
bad taste. The worst one I’ve heard is - Did
it hurt when you fell from heaven?

What is the best piece of advise that
you would give to a man who wants
to approach you?
You only have one chance to make a first
impression. So try to act like a perfect
gentleman and demonstrate proper
etiquette.

They say phenomenal sex for a
regular person is just average sex
for a model. Care to give us your
opinion.
I would say, there is probably some truth
to it. Yes physical attraction definitely
plays a major role but I also believe that
mental and emotional connections are
imperative. Everyone has the ability to
have phenomenal sex. What helps the
most though is having the knowledge of
how to sexually please a partner. To me
that is most essential. n




                                                ROyAL JUnE / JULy ’08
                                                33
Everyone
has the ability to have
    phenomenal
           sex.
QA             &
                                              Dr. Pyar, I have recently learned that
                                                                                       with
                                                                                        Dr.Pyar
                                                                                             some practice, but once you get the gist of
                                              my best friend has betrayed me with my         it you’ll easily be able to last twice as long.
                                              girlfriend. I suspected something wasn’t
                                              right, and when I pretended to my girlfriend
                                              that he’d told me that they were seeing        Dr. Pyar, I have a crush on a female
                                              each other behind my back, she broke down      colleague. As both of us work in the same
                                              and confessed. Now I feel awful and I hate     department, it is virtually impossible for
                                              both of them from the core of my heart. I      us to avoid each other. On my part, I have
                                              don’t think they should get away with their    always treated her like a colleague, but I
                                              moral transgression. The question is – how     have never failed to do some special things
                                              am I going to punish them? Any ideas?          for her. Two weeks ago she surprised me
                                                                   -Ramesh Agarwal, Indore   by dropping the information that she had
                                                                                             separated from her boyfriend and asking me
                                              Dear Betrayed,                                 if I had a girlfriend. I told her that I didn’t,
                                              There is no doubt that you must be very        but I could not muster the courage to ask
                                              hurt and you can only think of revenge.        her for a date. Do you think that I should
Doctor, I have had a steady relationship      But violence and vendetta is not the           wait for a few more signals or should I
with my girlfriend for the past two years.    answer. What will you gain by beating          make a move now?
Before we met, she had been involved with     him up, apart from the momentary                                              -Shahid S., Delhi
another guy, who left for Spain after he      satisfaction? Matter of fact things can
broke up with her. But now this guy has       only go from bad to worse. They might          Dear Slowpoke,
suddenly turned up in town and he seems       report you to the cops if you try to do        What kind of a signal are you waiting for?
eager to revive the relationship with his     anything. Getting your life on the right       Do you expect her to carry a sign that
old girlfriend. Last week when I went to      track should be your priority. Success is      says, “I love you!” That is not the way it
her house, I found him sitting in her room.   the ultimate revenge and them seeing you       works. She has already given you a hint
Both of them seemed somewhat shocked          happy, partying, and wealthy, will make        of what she wants. Now it is up to you to
to see me, but I was even more shocked        them realize their mistake one day.            make a move and sweep her off her feet. If
to see him there. I don’t want to lose my                                                    you keep lingering, then someone else will.
girlfriend at any cost, and this guy from                                                    Nice girls never remain out of relationships
her past is making me feel insecure. What     Dear Doc, I only last about 5-10 minutes       long; they tend to get picked up very
should I do?                                  during sex. Now my wife has started            quickly because they are hard to find in
                         -S N Sinha, Mumbai   commenting on my short stamina. On one         the first place.
                                              occasion she said what’s the point it’ll be
Dear Insecure,                                over in 5 minutes. My ego was immensely
You have a right to be a little worried. He   hurt by her words. What can I do to last       Dr. Pyar, My girlfriend wants me to
is capable of enticing your girlfriend by     longer?                                        perform oral sex on her. But I am not sure
evoking feelings of nostalgia for the good                           -Bhushan P., Bombay     how to do it, or even if I want to do it.
times that they experienced when you were                                                                            -Mahesh S., Mysore
not around. Since your girlfriend allowed     Dear Fast and Furious,
him to come to her house, it is likely that   Most married men don’t use a condom. I         The art of pleasuring your girlfriend by
she still harbors a degree of affection       assume you’re in this category. It is time     oral means is not that difficult to master.
for him. The only way you can hold on         you started using one. Condoms create a        Once you pinpoint her pleasure spots,
to this girl is by being extra creative. Do   loss of sensation and that’s exactly what      focus on that area. Having said that, if
everything you can to make her believe        you need to last longer. You want to have      you don’t want to go oral, you can simply
that you are much better and more reliable    enough sensation to stay hard, but not so      say no to her. But won’t your refusal to
partner than her ex-boyfriend who had         much sensation that you come quickly.          play out her fantasies make her lukewarm
left her once and may do so again in the      Second, only engage in positions where         to fantasies you have? It might be in your
future.                                       you control the rhythm and flow. That way      best interest to go for it. After all, you
                                              if you feel like you’re going to come soon     don’t know whether you like something or
                                              then you can slow down, and take deep          not, until you have tried it.
                                              breaths during the activity. This will take
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                    the label of this fashion house are a favorite
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                    aren’t afraid to shake up the status quo. At
                    the boardroom or at a party, a man attired in
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                    In 1982, when Kenneth Cole started his
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  • 5. COnTEnTS JUNE / JULY 2008 26 Rinspeed sQuba With the Rinspeed sQuba emulating James Bond becomes a notch easier. Drive it on land as a normal vehicle and when you reach a water body don’t be afraid to just drive in. The sQuba is capable of achieving a top speed of 75mph on land, 4mph on water and 2mph below the surface. Just the right speed to make for a great escape. 13 Mandarin Oriental Macau 16 The Essence of Being Cool 18 Ibn Battuta Mall 22 Indian Cricket Team: 28 Uyuni Staying at the Top 24 Home Improvement Giselle Originally from Bolivia and now based in San Francisco, Giselle is determined to set the world afire with her high-octane sexuality. In a striking pictorial you’ll see why her curvaceous body and mesmerizing eyes make men go weak in the knees. 47 36 Q & A with Dr.Pyar 37 Featured Designer: Kenneth Cole 42 Gadgets The World’s Richest Indians They could make the legendary Midas feel jealous. The combined worth of the top 10 richest Indians is worth more than the GDP of entire nations. They are the uber-rich Indian entrepreneurs, hungry for new ways to demonstrate their wealth. Their eclectic shopping list is peppered with items like billion dollar global companies, fancy cars, corporate jets, plush mansions and everything else that money can buy.
  • 6. COnTEnTS 46 Jokes 51 The Art of Sculpting Beauty 55 Fashion: Grooming, Bags 68 Cars 71 Bikes 72 Gaming 77 Movies 57 60 A to Z with Kareena Kapoor Kareena Kapoor has perfected the art of making the silver screen sizzle through an enticing blend of sexuality and histrionics. Her fans consider her to be the sexiest heroine in Bollywood. Coupled with her bold statements, and clever answers, the actress is definitely at the top of her game. 82 All about Poker Tournaments 85 Calculating Pot Odds Fernanda Ferrari Fernanda Ferrari is a ravishing mix of Italian and 86 The Menace of Stray Dogs Brazilian. A supermodel who loves the thrill of speed, is every man’s fantasy woman. But what kind of man does Fernanda like? Without hesitation she responds stating she likes the quiet, rugged type like Akshay Kumar. St. James’s Club 78 Located in Antigua’s lush tropical playground, St. James’s Club spans across a 100-acre estate boasting of breathtaking ocean views, two white sand beaches, a regally appointed casino, excellent set of bars, restaurants and accommodations fit for a king.
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  • 8. Facts & statsnOWing!!! OW OFF K THAT YOU CAN sH >>>1 The great Roman Emperor Julius Caeser suffered from epilepsy. >>>2 Bangalore has the highest number of pubs in India. >>>3 every hour the Universe expands by a billion miles in all directions. >>>4 the call of the humpback whale is louder than a Concorde and can be heard from 500 miles away. e it sHaK !! Y! BaB >>>5 Humans and dolphins are the only species that have sex for pleasure. >>>8 india has never invaded any country in her last 100,000 years of history. >>>6 >>>9 despite its omnipresence in movies The four religions born in India - Hinduism, and in popular culture the modern Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism, are followed bikini is only about 62 years old. by 25% of the world’s population. ROyAL >>>7 >>>10 there are men in Guam whose job is the Vishnu temple in the city of tirupathi built in 08 JUnE / JULy ’08 to travel the countryside and deflower the 10th century, is the world’s largest religious young virgins, who pay them for the pilgrimage destination. Larger than either Vatican privilege of having sex for the first City or Mecca, an average of 30,000 visitors donate time. $6 million (US) to the temple everyday.
  • 9. ROyAL JUnE / JULy ’08 09 of the month babe TAHIR ARSHA
  • 10. A rsha Tahir is hot; hotter than most models that you will come across. She has what it takes to make men turn their heads and do a double take - flawless skin, chiseled features, flowing dark locks, an hourglass figure. Her personality seems to subsume the best attributes of two divergent worlds. While her beauty is evocative of the sun-kissed Fijian landscape, where she was born, her style is wholly western, with Canada being the country where she was raised. She has always been passionate about modeling, because she loves the challenges that are intrinsic to this profession. And what could those challenges be! What else, but the exciting routine of traveling around the world on photo shoots and meeting interesting people. But it is also a fact that she takes immense joy in executing sultry poses for the camera. Even though she is only 23 years old, she is already on her way to becoming Canada’s most in demand model. Now it is only a question of time before Hollywood beckons. But if she has her way, then it is quite likely that Bollywood will be her first move to acting. She confesses that she harbors an incredible crush on Dino Morea and Shahid Kapoor. If she were called upon to do a steamy love scene in any movie, then she would prefer it to be with either of these two guys.
  • 11. babe of the month I just love Dino Morea and Shahid Kapoor. ROyAL JUnE / JULy ’08 11
  • 12. babe of the month Aside from the Bollywood hunks, who else is capable of turning her on? This is how she describes the Casanova who might win her heart, “He has to be the confident type, but he cannot afford to be cocky. He has to be open-minded, adventurous, versed in the art of cracking funny jokes and he should be game enough for being challenged by a girl.” So now you know what sort of avatar to pick up if you are planning to make inroads into Arsha’s heart and mind. But there is another ethereal side to her personality, one that makes her appreciate the beauty and vibrancy of nature’s every creature. She is clearly in love with the natural environment. She talks about missing the pet horse that her grandfather kept back in Fiji. She says that if God had decided to make her an animal then she would like to be a horse. Is it possible that her energetic lifestyle gets inspired from her favorite creature. I like a guy who isn’t afraid ROyAL to be challenged. 12 JUnE / JULy ’08
  • 13. Mandarin Oriental Macau by v deepti A ttached to the bottom of Mainland China, on the banks of the picturesque Pearl River, there lies a famous peninsula called Macau. Billed as a paradise seeped in history, culture and en- tertainment, this place presents the unique facet of being traditional and yet so modern. For many centuries Macau had been the prized jewel in the crown of Portuguese empire and to this day its landscape continues to be dotted with buildings and churches built in inimitable Portuguese style of architecture. Of these, the seventeenth-century Jesuit Church of Madre de Deus, better known as Sao Paolo, is probably the finest Christian monument in the Far East. It was only in 1999 that Mainland China regained control of Macau under previous treaty agreements with ROyAL JUnE / JULy ’08 the Portuguese establishment. Under Chinese tutelage there came growth at a scorching pace. In a matter of few years, Macau transmogrified itself into orient’s answer to the fabled Las Vegas. Its casinos and resorts attract thrill seekers in droves. The nights turn out to be brighter than the day, as animated billboards and marquees advertising myriad gambling hotspots light up the streets. Limousines carry the rich for their tryst with casinos of their choice. Beautiful women who can balance themselves precariously on their high-heels offer tantalizing prospects for romance and seduction. 13
  • 14. There are 388 rooms and 28 suites waiting for you to take your pick from and have the time of your life. Whether you choose to stay in a room or a suite, you are bound to discover that luxury comes standard at mandarin Oriental. with its carved teak staircase and an ecclesiastical window looking down upon it, creates an impression of a Portuguese Palacio. Wherever you look, your eyes are greeted by incredible opulence - the sitting arrangements, the elevators, the bars, restaurants, landscaped swimming pools and the casino. Chandeliers, tapestries, and artwork embellish every inch of the lobby. Even the guest rooms are decorated in Portuguese fabrics and natural teak. Whether you choose to stay in a room or a suite, you are bound to discover that luxury comes standard at Mandarin A Gambling Paradise types of slot machines. Roulette and Oriental. If you yearn to indulge in some Amongst all the casinos of Macau, it is blackjack are hot favorites, and so are sightseeing without going through the the Mandarin Oriental that turns out to games of local origin going by fanciful rigmarole of stepping out of your plush be the most prestigious. If anything, the names like Mahjong Baccarat, Mahjong room, then you can go in for the Superior hotel is built with a casino in mind and Paikao and Taiwan Paikao. As the casino City View Rooms and Deluxe City View that is just one of the reasons why it can is part of a sprawling hotel, that makes it Rooms that offer magnificent views of boast of such a fine playing environment a perfect place where you can fuel your South China Sea or the historic Guia within its premises. Out here Baccarat gambling fire, while still enjoying quality Fortress. Even greater delight lies in the enjoys the distinction of being the most time with your loved ones. In fact, the Club Floor City View Rooms that offer popular table game. Even on the most Mandarin Oriental Casino & Hotel is views of the city and the famous Macau tranquil day it will be easy for you to included in Forbes’ list of the best casinos Grand Prix Race Track. find baccarat tables surrounded with in the world. There are 388 rooms and 28 suites gamblers cheering for a win. Everyone is waiting for you to take your pick from trying to get a touch of the sacred green The Aesthetics of and have the time of your life. The felt and strike it rich. It is a popular Mandarin truth is that the vibrant environment of saying in Macau that gamblers come to The magnificent structure of the hotel Mandarin Hotel is especially conducive Las Vegas solely to be entertained, but exudes an aura that is a unique blend for romantic interludes. After all, where over here, gamblers, especially those of Portuguese heritage, the traditional else can love blossom if not in a setting ROyAL of Chinese origin, step into casinos to cultures of the Orient and the futuristic such as this. Just imagine the feeling challenge their destiny. The casino is spirit of Las Vegas. Once you walk into of you and your girlfriend enjoying a open 24 hours a day, thus enabling its its air-conditioned portal, you can’t champagne breakfast in your room even 14 JUnE / JULy ’08 patrons to challenge their destiny round escape the feeling of being in a mythical as the city around you is still awakening the clock. land, so luxurious and artistic that it from the mists of the night. Other than Baccarat, the sumptuous seems far removed from anything that spread of Mandarin Oriental’s casino you have ever seen or experienced. Restaurants and Bars offers 11 types of table games and 59 The immaculately proportioned lobby, From the broad range of fashionable
  • 15. restaurants located within you can get them from the Tennis the Mandarin, it is easy to Pro Shop. If you need to polish choose one that suits your your playing style, an instructor needs and your tastes. The is also available. A squash court is most romantic restaurant is available on the third floor of the Mezzaluna, located on the 2nd hotel for those who really want to floor; this elegant restaurant sweat it out. You don’t even have offers Italian cuisine in stylish to go out looking for a mountain surroundings. Inspired by a in order to indulge in rock renovated Tuscan villa, the climbing. The Mandarin has a 10- restaurant features a wine metre high, 360-degree modular room with a global collection rock tower, which is capable of vintage wine. The open of offering a truly adventurous kitchen with wood-burning holiday experience. oven only adds to the charm. For shopping addicts the For aficionados of Mandarin Oriental Shopping Cantonese cuisine, there is Arcade represents a vista of no alternative to Tunk Yee Heen which choice of cakes and pastries, all baked unparalleled opportunities. Situated on offers Cantonese a-la-carte menus, as freshly on the premises. the lobby floor, the shopping arcade is well as stylish Chinese banquets. Then The memory and the spirit of the home to almost every major brand in there is the Naam Thai restaurant, legendary Portuguese maritime explorer the world - Cartier, Emporio Armani, famous for its top class Thai menu in Vasco Da Gama lives on in the restaurant Burberry, Ermenegildo Zegna, Louis Macau. Strategically located at a spot called Vasco. Out here irresistible local Vuitton, Hugo Boss, Salvatore Ferragamo, where it overlooks a vibrant swimming tapa-style treats, exquisite high tea and Dunhill, Hermes, Omega and Dior. One pool and luxuriant tropical gardens, this a vast repertoire of creative cocktails thing is for sure, if you are staying at intimate 60-seat restaurant is bright, await you. But the main attraction of Mandarin, you won’t have to travel far casual and contemporary. Out here you the Vasco lies in the live band that is in order to buy an appropriate gift for can try some of the most delicious Thai often billed as Macau’s best nightly your girlfriend or wife. But the world dishes cooked from the freshest produce entertainment. Looking for a more laid of Mandarin is as enchanting outside and the finest herbs and spices. back type restaurant? Try The Veranda, the building as it is inside it. Stepping Then there is the Café Bela Vista that a poolside spot to enjoy al fresco dining, out of the hotel and taking peek at the carries all the splendor and charm of the where you can savor grilled seafood and local culture can be an unforgettable historic Hotel Bela Vista and remains exotic cocktails. experience by itself. open 24 hours a day. Breakfast, lunch You only need to take a five-minute and dinner buffets - you can depend on Leisure Facilities walk to reach the famous Macau this charming restaurant to keep you Other than the sprawling casino, the Fisherman’s Wharf that covers an area of supplied with the tastiest morsels at Mandarin Hotel boasts of a host of other over 93,000 square metres and is home all times of the day. If cakes are your facilities to let you have the time of your to all kinds of entertainment and retail weakness then The Cake Shop is the life. If it is peace and relaxation you are facilities. The Nam Van Lake Cybernautic place to hang out. Located on the 2nd seeking, then check out the in-house spa. Fountain is a man-made lake that gushes floor, this shop is famous for its extensive Designed like a tropical garden, the spa with 86 waterspouts, some of which boasts of an outdoor swimming pool are up to 80 meters high. At night the and a picturesque waterfall. Teams of waterspouts are a sight to behold when For aficionados highly trained professional therapists 288 colorful spotlights illuminate them. pamper and rejuvenate every inch of The Taipa Houses and the Macau Tower of Cantonese your body through their massages, body are important landmarks that showcase cuisine, there is no treatments, facials, manicures, pedicures the best aspects of local culture. Then alternative to tunk and much else. An added plus are the new therapies for relaxation like the there is the Wine Museum where wine aficionados can discover over 1,115 Yee Heen which offers ROyAL JUnE / JULy ’08 Comfort Zone treatments, which use the labels. Cantonese a-la- marriage of science and nature to leave Mandarin Oriental Macau is a your body and spirit in a state of bliss. microcosm of an unique paradise on carte menus, as well Mandarin Hotel makes it easy for you earth that every human being needs to as stylish Chinese to have a knockabout on a round of experience at least once. n energetic sports. There are three tennis banquets. courts available for guests. No problem if www.mandarinoriental.com/macau/ you don’t have your own racket and balls, 15
  • 16. The Essence of Being Cool T here once was a man named Adam. up — in general, he became a much more attractive He was a nice enough fellow — he man. He became the forbidden fruit. Only it’s much didn’t really know any better — and more complex than that. Most of the women didn’t he had a woman, food, plenty of sex know he was dating someone else. Part of it was and nudity, more pets than a zoo, and because he was happy and confident, but he’d been lived an idyllic life. Only one thing — he couldn’t eat happy and confident alone before, without this one particular fruit. Other than that, he could do change coming. What was going on? whatever he wanted. So what did he do? Obviously, The forbidden fruit is the obvious and easy little he ate the fruit. Thus began a long tradition in all trick we can watch humanity fall for. But there is an humanity; we want what we can’t have. opposite corollary; we don’t want what we can have. Psychologists have a name for this, given to us Theories for this abound. Some people think it’s by that early Adam. It’s the forbidden fruit complex, because our unconscious mind is triggered to think ROyAL and almost everyone has it to one degree or another. ourselves better than those who are desperate to be Women have a name for this too. It is called playing with us. Some people just find it boring — where’s hard-to-get. Now, some significant time later, there the thrill? The chase? The get-to-know-you game? 16 JUnE / JULy ’08 was another Adam. The poor guy didn’t really know Maybe it smacks of self-consciousness and a lack of what he was doing with women, and he rarely had confidence — why do you need me so much? What’s successful dates. Finally, through blind luck, he wrong with you? Maybe it’s the insult of skin-deep found himself in a relationship. Overnight the world lust. Hey, some women enjoy one-night-stands as changed — ladies smiled at him, some chatted him much as the next guy, but outside of the porn industry,
  • 17. You don’t need to tell her few women want to be viewed as how much you want her. you try and pet her, just a body. And if you want it so And more importantly, don’t you’ll never catch up to bad in such a short amount of time, well, you don’t truly know her so we show her. Really, this is the her. But act chill around cats — even ignore know what you really want. Maybe definition of cool. You may them — and you’ll have it makes no logical sense at all, and think you’re playing it cool them crawling all over it’s useless to analyze. you. What we can do, though, is and not telegraphing your This is the way of life. recognize it for the pattern it is, intentions, but guess what It is one of the most and learn from it. Just as you were important concepts turned off by that nerdy girl in high — if the intentions are there, you’ll ever learn when it school who had the crush on you, you probably are. comes to attraction and attractive women are turned off dating. Act with ulterior by drooling dorks. But now we’ve motives and she’ll got a problem. If women don’t like know, guaranteed, and men who obviously like them, and we too close, you fidget with buttons, you’ve lost all hope with her. only want to be with women we like, you laugh about things that aren’t Act with no expectations and it’s a then this easily turns into a nightmare funny, you awkwardly get in position fair bet she’ll see a bit of the forbidden scenario of hopelessness. for a handhold. And about 2000 more. fruit in you. This is what people mean This paradox is probably the cause If you were a yogini you might be when they say to just be yourself. If of something like 95% of the world’s able to approach a woman with her you can simply enjoy being you and loneliness. It’s a pity our emotional attractiveness front and center in your living your life around women without brain — the part of the mind that is brain and control all the little tics that chasing them, it works. It says you are responsible for attraction — is such a give you away as a bundle of nervous an interesting, confident guy who might mess. But that’s the way it is. sexual energy. Of course, if you were enjoy being with a particular woman, I guess we should all get used to it a yogini, you probably wouldn’t be but you don’t need that woman. Unlike and prepare for a life of marriage to interested in this, but that’s another modifying your behavior around someone we settle for, not someone story. No, there is a much easier way to her, which smacks of insecurity and we want. Right? Understand this is the deal with this, to eliminate all the signs weakness. So what do you need to do to way it usually happens. It’s not the way that say ‘I want you’. The simple answer eliminate yearning in your interactions it has to happen. We’ve said before that is - relax. The longer answer is don’t with attractive women? attractive women assume as a matter of try. Pretend she’s your sister. 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You just can’t show a hold your head well for a bit before a girl your cards early on. It’s death to situation turns promising and you think Nothing. attraction. It transmits all the wrong you’re in, and the magic ends. You lose things. Sure, you might get away with it — just for a second — and you may You don’t need to tell her how much it now and again, but not usually, and never recover. you want her. And more importantly, never with extremely attractive women Of course, just standing around not ROyAL JUnE / JULy ’08 don’t show her. Really, this is the in high demand. And until you realize wanting women isn’t enough. You need definition of cool. You may think you’re that, you should treat all women as to know how to go up to them, talk to playing it cool and not telegraphing practice with that bit of knowledge. them, trigger attraction in them, and your intentions, but guess what — if Because it’s never going anywhere eventually seal the deal. 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  • 18. by pinki ShrivaStava T raveling to far-off lands like any concept of a shopping mall. intrepid globetrotter is what many of us It is possible for you to retrace Ibn Battuta’s famous constantly fantasize about, but only few journey without undergoing the hardships that the amongst us possess the determination legendary traveler faced during his lifetime. You or the resources to give full vent to our navigate in the cool and plush environs of a shopping fanciful flights of wanderlust. Ibn Battuta, was one such mall and still manage to catch a glimpse of myriad ROyAL intrepid traveler, who set off on his legendary journey cultures from all over the world. The place where you more than 700 years ago, when the fastest means of can experience such a sense of adventure happens to transportation were the human feet, and only those be the eponymous Ibn Battuta Mall, located in Dubai, 18 JUnE / JULy ’08 that were blessed by fortune could hope for the luxury where the possibilities tend to get limitless. Billed as of traveling on a camel, horse or a ship. The account of world’s largest themed mall, this place is embellished his journey across many continents continues to be the by six elaborately designed courts that throw fanciful inspiration for many books, movies, TV serials and now visions of places that Ibn Battuta visited and wrote about for the first time it is being glorified in the design and - Tunisia, China, Egypt, India, Persia and Andalusia.
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  • 20. guess its importance from the fact that this place boasts of the only IMAX theatre in the United Arab Emirates and it also offers a 21- screen Cinema Megaplex, which is located in the China Court area of the mall. So the next time you are here don’t be surprised to find your favorite Bollywood movie running on any one of the screens at the Megaplex. In fact, Bollywood movies are a huge draw at the mall and so are flicks from Hollywood. Spread across an area of 5.4 million square feet, the place is larger than most malls in the world. It includes 10 car parks that can jointly accommodate the ibn Battuta more than 5000 cars. The retail area alone mall is like a bridge is spread across an between the present astonishing 67,500 and the past, a place square meters and it has 275 retail where the most outlets, while modern appliances, the well-planned artifacts and Food Courts span across 3,800 square entertainments get meters. Some of juxtaposed with an the best brands environment that is in the world are represented here decidedly from the - Betsey Johnson, 14th century world. H&M, TopShop, Forever 21, Ginger & Lace, Lacoste, Next, Pierrie Cardin, Gucci, Omega, Versace, Banana Republic and many others. Then there is the children’s play zone packed with all sorts of amusements and thrills. It is quite natural that walking up and down this mega mall is going to stimulate your appetite. But there is ample scope out here to take care of that need. On both ends of the mall two large food courts are located and that is in addition to the several coffee shops, an enchanted world scattered throughout its entire length. If you are an aficionado Don’t be amazed if a visit to the Ibn Battuta mall evokes the for cuisine from all over the world then you are not going to be surreal feeling that you have been transported to the enchanted disappointed. Along with the best concoctions from the world world of 14th century. You will be wooed by the splendor of the of western food, here you will also find enough opportunities Arabic wind towers, and swept off your feet by the magnificence to titillate your palate with relishing dishes of Chinese origin, ROyAL of Indian domes. The lavish architecture of medieval China sumptuous Indian fare, Tunisian food, and lip smacking treats will awe you and the picturesque beauty of Tunisia will from Egypt. have a soothing effect. The Ibn Battuta mall is like a bridge 20 JUnE / JULy ’08 between the present and the past, a place where most modern the Place for edutainment appliances, artifacts and entertainments get juxtaposed with The most outstanding appeal of the mall lies in its an environment that is decidedly from the 14th century world. edutainment features, which combine features of education Located on Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road, the mall was and entertainment. There are numerous storytelling tours that developed by Nakheel Properties Group in early 2005. You can provide an exciting opportunity for visitors to better understand
  • 21. the historical perspectives that can be gleaned from the life of Ibn Battuta. Then there are the numerous exhibits of ancient technological inventions, especially from the Middle East. The modern full-size working reproduction of an elephant clock is particularly interesting. It is basically an invention of Islamic origin that consists of a water-powered clock developed in the form of an elephant. Another piece of everlasting appeal is the re- creation of a 25-metre Chinese sea faring junk that happens to be a replica of an ancient boat on which Ibn Battuta is said to have sailed through the Indian Ocean. The mirror maze located in the Chinese court is great fun and many visitors Landmarks of Dubai can’t have enough of it. Another interesting item Year-round sunshine and a culture that is eminently lavish is the virtual aquarium that enables visitors to pose enough reasons to make Dubai an enormously popular observe many different types of marine life, including great holiday and shopping destination. white sharks. There is also a sand sculpture, created by world- renowned artist Jenny Rossen, based on different mosques of Burj Al Arab the Middle East. If there is any structure that succinctly epitomizes the For book lovers a tryst with the famous Magrudy’s bookstore bustling, bright and cosmopolitan character of the city is a must. Located right next to it is a toy store. Even Géant, which of Dubai, it is the Burj Al Arab. The name translates holds the distinction of being the largest French supermarket into english as “Tower of Arabs”. Since it’s opening chain, has a store here. When you tire of sightseeing and date in 1999, the Burj Al Arab quickly gained the shopping, then it is time for rest & relaxation. What can be a status of being Dubai’s iconic symbol. It is the better place for that than a luxurious spa or a state of the art world’s most luxurious seven-star hotel, and its gym! Try it and chances are that you will be able to recharge opulence is unparalleled anywhere else on the you batteries for another round of adventures at this mall. planet. If anything, the Ibn Battuta mall is certainly worth a visit, not Even those who are not staying here, flock just for the shopping and entertainment experience, but also to this hotel because a trip to Dubai is never for the fantastic design and concept. But before you venture complete unless your eyes have basked the beauty of Burj Al inside this place make sure you have a full wallet and a pair of Arab’s sail like shape soaring into the sky. At 321 meters, comfortable walking shoes on. It is really big, so big that you this hotel is one of the tallest in the world. It even has its own have to become an explorer to fully appreciate its grandeur. n helipad. It is furnished throughout in opulent Arabic style, and an astounding 8,600 pieces of 22-carat gold have been used in its construction. Sheikh Zayed Road The Sheikh Zayed Road is a landmark by itself. This road happens to be the home to some of the tallest buildings in the world, including the magnificent 355m-high Emirates Towers, which is the tallest building in all of Middle East and Europe. Many tourists board the glass elevators that take you to a viewing deck on the top which offers unforgettable views of Jumeria coast. Creekside Park Even though Dubai enjoys the reputation of being the city of high-rises and beaches, it does have a fair number of parks where you can chill out. the One such oasis is the Creekside Park that lies in Umm Hurair area of Dubai. The park contains over 280 botanical species, as well as a mass of green areas, leafy paths for roller-skating and jogging, three jetties for fishing, a mini-golf course and a 30m high cable car.
  • 22. by chand kiShore patro Staying What the Indian Cricket Team at the top W Should Do hen the young guns of the Indian team roistered after the historic win in the first Twenty20 World Cup, the writing was clear on the wall – a youthful Team India is emerging as a new force to reckon with. The amalgamation of valuable experience and spirited youth is proving to be a sure recipe for success. Now it is only a question of time before we make it to the top in other versions of the game– ODI, and test cricket. There is a glut of talent knocking the doors of the selection committee. Promising bowlers like Balaji sit out because of injury and we don’t even miss him, as an Ishant Sharma or a Praveen Kumar are there to chip in with memorable performances. These are great days for Indian cricket, when we can keep a player of Virendra Sehwag’s or V V S Laxman’s caliber out of the team for not being in form and yet win matches in trot. The saying of a famous tennis champion comes to mind – it’s easier reaching the top than remaining there. So now that India has reached a pivotal position what should it do to remain there? Here are a few tips that can be employed: Right Attitude: There is no doubt that an aggressive attitude from team members is a precondition for winning games. But the dosage of aggression has been increasing dangerously during the last few months. In South Africa and Australia players like Bhajji and Sreesanth demonstrated in no uncertain terms that they will not take any nonsense from anybody. That’s a beautiful attitude, despite a penalty here and a reprimand there by cricketing governing bodies. But it becomes a problem if these players
  • 23. lose self-control. The recent slapgate incident, where Bhajji slapped Sreesanth, tarnished the images of both the players. Additionally, it has now put pressure on the whole team to prove that it’s aggression is well within reasonable sportive limits. Players need to be counseled so that they don’t break into fits of anger. Two Teams and Two Captains: The talented youngster, Dhoni, has ample cricketing acumen. He is capable of leading the test team, as well as a one-day or a T20 team. But he shouldn’t be overburdened with test Calendar Allowing for Rest Cricket, despite being a captaincy. With the amount of cricket he is playing he will be lucky if he can last for 5 years. Being a wicket keeper- and Relaxation: glorious game captain, he has to be busy, mentally and physically all through Its time for us the game. Adding the burden of test captaincy will be a sure to admit – India is recipe for shortening Dhoni’s career. So let’s stick to the two teams, two captains policy. It’s working fine. witnessing a virtual deluge of cricket. of uncertainty Guard against the Ganguly Syndrome: Players have been follows certain patterns. complaining of stress Ganguly came in as the captain when Sachin buckled resulting from packed under the pressure of leading the team. Ganguly exuded schedules. Now with rare confidence and mental toughness. He led the Indian the T20 version of team to many memorable victories and there was a time the game having made its debut, there is bound to be extra when everybody was singing paeans on his name. But with pressure on highly rated players who are expected to take part Jagmohan Dalmiya at the helm of the affairs he took his in all the versions of the game: Dhoni, Yuvraj Singh, Virendra position for granted and developed a group of sycophants Sehwag etc. The calendar should be designed so that it allows around him. In future, no player or captain should be allowed enough time for rest and rejuvenation of players. to become bigger than the team. Cricket, despite being a glorious game of uncertainty follows certain patterns. Maintain a Healthy Balance: And great teams like Bowlers like Ishant Sharma, Sreesanth, Praveen Kumar, Australia that stayed at and Balaji have off-set the imbalance in the Indian team the acme of international composition that comprised of mostly batsmen. In addition to cricket for considerable Zaheer Khan, Irfan Pathan, and R P Singh, these bowlers form period have established a robust group that offers selectors a plethora of choice. The the unwritten formula ratio of bowlers to batsmen availability is healthy now and this of retaining the prime balance should be retained. position. Luckily we have the privilege of imbibing Kick Favoritism Out of the Window: some of their methods This means players like Ajit Agarkar shouldn’t be in the and mix them with some of contracted player’s list. Given the current pool of talent our own proven methods. can we imagine Ajit Agarkar in the list of probable players? If followed scrupulously, Clearly he has been allowed to play a year or two extra on the these methods can ensure basis of sheer favoritism stalling the entry of other promising that we rule the roost in bowlers. This should stop. It may sound clichéd but, “only the international cricket for top talents should be picked”. the next decade. n
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  • 25. Taking off from the Ramphos is about as easy as taking a kite into the air. You do it by racing on the water to speeds of 30-40 knots and at the same time working the control bar forward and back to break free from the surface of the water. amPhiBious skyBoat I f you can have cars that act like boats then why not boats that act like planes. Enter the Ramphos Amphibious Sky Boat which has the ability to drive, sail, and even fly. When you’re on water it’s easy to take off into the air and reach a maximum height of 7,500 feet at cruising speeds of 45-50 mph. Truly a unique free from the surface of the water. Voila! About 8 way to enjoy the seconds is all it takes to take you up. Once you are once you are airborne, you best of both worlds. airborne, you can cruise at speeds up to 50 mph and can cruise at speeds up to 50 Affordability and enjoy a birds-eye view of the landscape below. But mph and enjoy a birds-eye mobility are the two when you do decide to come down, you will find that view of the landscape below. main advantages with the process of descending is about as simple as the the Ramphos. It folds process of ascending. And if you are landing on the for easy storage when water then the process is even simpler and you can not in use, and can even execute some deft maneuvers to impress the be easily towed. Since you don’t need an airstrip to folks who might be watching you from the sidelines. ROyAL JUnE / JULy ’08 take off and land, you can save on exorbitant runway The Ramphos is a two-seater so go ahead and costs. Such practical, multi-purpose vehicles offer invite the hottie you’ve been seeing. You’ll easily win a very exhilarating way to explore local lakes and points in the adventurous department. n coastlines with a minimum amount of fuss. Taking off from the Ramphos is about as easy as Price - On Request taking a kite into the air. You do it by racing on the water to speeds of 30-40 knots and at the same time www.opulentitems.com working the control bar forward and back to break 25
  • 26. James Bond was about 30 years ahead of his time when he drove his sleek vehicle T by melody brooke he from sQuba, the underwater in the cult ensemble of classic, the spy Who Rinspeed, has now won the distinction Loved Me. of being the world’s first car that can perform as well on ground, as it can on the surface of water and even underwater. The avant-garde vehicle is the stuff that dreams are made of. Rinspeed’s Founder & CEO Frank M. Rinderknecht is a self-confessed James Bond enthusiast and for many years had been planning to build a car that would capture the hearts of car and technology zealots everywhere. There have been military class vehicles in the past that can go underwater and can be driven slowly over But now you don’t even need to the ground, but what sets be a superstar spy in order to go sQuba apart is that it can glide like a fish. It is watertight and underwater... pressure resistant enough to be maneuverable underwater. The sQuba does not carry a conventional combustion engine; instead several electric motors power it. Three motors are located in the rear, one of which provides propulsion when the vehicle is being used on land, while the other two drive the screws for underwater motoring. The front of the car features ROyAL two Seabob jet drives, which are made out of high- tech nano materials, and are extremely light and twist resistant. 26 JUnE / JULy ’08 Once you drive into any beach in an sQuba, there is no doubt that many beach babe beauties will be attracted to it like bees to honey. Ask one of them to hop in, make her wear the scuba mask and then just drive into the water; the vehicle will float on the
  • 27. enjoy the underwater scenery, as the car glides with a swarm of fish, and floats over a vista of underwater plants. Top speed is 75mph on land, 4mph on water and 2mph below the surface. surface, and to get it underwater you have to open the door slightly so that water can get in. The breathing air comes from a compressed air tank connected to the scuba mask that occupants wear. Enjoy the underwater scenery, as the car glides with a swarm of fish, and floats over a vista of underwater plants. Top speed is 75mph on land, 4mph on water and 2mph below the surface. That should be about enough to help you achieve the adrenaline high you are seeking. Best thing about the sQuba is that it is powered by lithium-ion batteries which makes it emission free thus allowing the precious environment to be unharmed. For safety reasons the car is designed without a roof, so that in case of an emergency the occupants can make a quick exit. n www.rinspeed.com Best thing about the sQuba is that it is powered by lithium-ion batteries which makes it emission free thus allowing the precious environment to be unharmed. ROyAL JUnE / JULy ’08 27
  • 28. interview with giselle uyuni In a bikini and high-heeled shoes, Giselle Uyuni is fetchingly beautiful. Sexy Giselle has been using her light eyes and and sculpted features, not to mention her fabulous 32-24-32 curves, to woo fans worldwide. The camera is always eager to get passionately intimate with her. Bolivia had been her residence ROyAL for 13 years, but these days she calls San Francisco, 28 JUnE / JULy ’08 California home. Working constantly with the world’s leading fashion photographers, Giselle is turning out to be a quintessential pinup girl.
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  • 30. I would absolutely love to share a sex scene with Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt or Christian Bale. ROyAL 30 JUnE / JULy ’08
  • 31. What made you decide to pursue modeling? At first it was just for fun but then I realized that it was something I truly love doing. Being in front of the camera is exciting and it is also a good way for me to express my individuality. I love immersing myself in the character and concept. I find the creative process inspiring. There is also a sense of accomplishment that’s very valuable to me. Tell us about the projects you are currently working on. I am currently involved in several coffee book projects. One of them is an outdoor glamour photography coffee book that will be sold worldwide. As summer approaches I will be busy traveling and shooting in various parts of the country. How do you maintain your flawless figure? Any fitness tips for our readers. I get lots of exercise, fresh air and I follow a healthy diet. Eating out is a whole lot of fun and a favorite pastime with me, but when I eat out I am always mindful of what I order and how much I eat. I usually try to order seafood. Do Hollywood dreams come on your radar screen? Of course, who wouldn’t want to be part of a cool project in Hollywood? Favorite Hollywood star you want to share a steamy love scene with? Oh my...I would absolutely love to share a sex scene with Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt or Christian Bale. They are gorgeous in every possible way. Best body in Hollywood? Worst? In my opinion I always thought Pamela Anderson has one of the hottest figures in Hollywood. As for the worst - that honor falls upon Jabba the Hut from Star Wars.
  • 32. If you were an animal what would you want to be? I would love to be a dolphin because of their wonderful and playful nature. Many models say they feel very sexy, even turned on, while posing for the camera. Do you feel that way while posing? For me the whole process is exciting. Getting my hair and make up done, choosing a fun wardrobe and then working with the photographer to produce sexy and creative images. All this can have an intoxicating effect. And it does. What kind of man turns you on the most? Even though looks play a role, I find a man’s personality to be most important. Any kind-hearted man who knows how to be sexy without trying too hard will turn me on. He must know how to handle himself with elegance and style; he should have a good sense of humor and self-confidence. Cheer up guys, there is not much that I am demanding from you. The worst pick-up line I’ve ever heard is, “Did it hurt when you fell from heaven?” ROyAL 32 JUnE / JULy ’08
  • 33. Describe your ideal date? Going out to a nice restaurant and having delicious food and wine. Worst pick up line ever used on you? I personally feel that any pick up line is in bad taste. The worst one I’ve heard is - Did it hurt when you fell from heaven? What is the best piece of advise that you would give to a man who wants to approach you? You only have one chance to make a first impression. So try to act like a perfect gentleman and demonstrate proper etiquette. They say phenomenal sex for a regular person is just average sex for a model. Care to give us your opinion. I would say, there is probably some truth to it. Yes physical attraction definitely plays a major role but I also believe that mental and emotional connections are imperative. Everyone has the ability to have phenomenal sex. What helps the most though is having the knowledge of how to sexually please a partner. To me that is most essential. n ROyAL JUnE / JULy ’08 33
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  • 36. QA & Dr. Pyar, I have recently learned that with Dr.Pyar some practice, but once you get the gist of my best friend has betrayed me with my it you’ll easily be able to last twice as long. girlfriend. I suspected something wasn’t right, and when I pretended to my girlfriend that he’d told me that they were seeing Dr. Pyar, I have a crush on a female each other behind my back, she broke down colleague. As both of us work in the same and confessed. Now I feel awful and I hate department, it is virtually impossible for both of them from the core of my heart. I us to avoid each other. On my part, I have don’t think they should get away with their always treated her like a colleague, but I moral transgression. The question is – how have never failed to do some special things am I going to punish them? Any ideas? for her. Two weeks ago she surprised me -Ramesh Agarwal, Indore by dropping the information that she had separated from her boyfriend and asking me Dear Betrayed, if I had a girlfriend. I told her that I didn’t, There is no doubt that you must be very but I could not muster the courage to ask hurt and you can only think of revenge. her for a date. Do you think that I should Doctor, I have had a steady relationship But violence and vendetta is not the wait for a few more signals or should I with my girlfriend for the past two years. answer. What will you gain by beating make a move now? Before we met, she had been involved with him up, apart from the momentary -Shahid S., Delhi another guy, who left for Spain after he satisfaction? Matter of fact things can broke up with her. But now this guy has only go from bad to worse. They might Dear Slowpoke, suddenly turned up in town and he seems report you to the cops if you try to do What kind of a signal are you waiting for? eager to revive the relationship with his anything. Getting your life on the right Do you expect her to carry a sign that old girlfriend. Last week when I went to track should be your priority. Success is says, “I love you!” That is not the way it her house, I found him sitting in her room. the ultimate revenge and them seeing you works. She has already given you a hint Both of them seemed somewhat shocked happy, partying, and wealthy, will make of what she wants. Now it is up to you to to see me, but I was even more shocked them realize their mistake one day. make a move and sweep her off her feet. If to see him there. I don’t want to lose my you keep lingering, then someone else will. girlfriend at any cost, and this guy from Nice girls never remain out of relationships her past is making me feel insecure. What Dear Doc, I only last about 5-10 minutes long; they tend to get picked up very should I do? during sex. Now my wife has started quickly because they are hard to find in -S N Sinha, Mumbai commenting on my short stamina. On one the first place. occasion she said what’s the point it’ll be Dear Insecure, over in 5 minutes. My ego was immensely You have a right to be a little worried. He hurt by her words. What can I do to last Dr. Pyar, My girlfriend wants me to is capable of enticing your girlfriend by longer? perform oral sex on her. But I am not sure evoking feelings of nostalgia for the good -Bhushan P., Bombay how to do it, or even if I want to do it. times that they experienced when you were -Mahesh S., Mysore not around. Since your girlfriend allowed Dear Fast and Furious, him to come to her house, it is likely that Most married men don’t use a condom. I The art of pleasuring your girlfriend by she still harbors a degree of affection assume you’re in this category. It is time oral means is not that difficult to master. for him. The only way you can hold on you started using one. Condoms create a Once you pinpoint her pleasure spots, to this girl is by being extra creative. Do loss of sensation and that’s exactly what focus on that area. Having said that, if everything you can to make her believe you need to last longer. You want to have you don’t want to go oral, you can simply that you are much better and more reliable enough sensation to stay hard, but not so say no to her. But won’t your refusal to partner than her ex-boyfriend who had much sensation that you come quickly. play out her fantasies make her lukewarm left her once and may do so again in the Second, only engage in positions where to fantasies you have? It might be in your future. you control the rhythm and flow. That way best interest to go for it. After all, you if you feel like you’re going to come soon don’t know whether you like something or then you can slow down, and take deep not, until you have tried it. breaths during the activity. This will take
  • 37. designerprofile Kenneth Cole Ü ber chic and ultramodern, Kenneth Cole is known for its impeccable collections of functional fashion, accessories and shoes. It should come as no surprise that outfits carrying the label of this fashion house are a favorite amongst young, urban consumers who aren’t afraid to shake up the status quo. At the boardroom or at a party, a man attired in Kenneth Cole’s immaculate creations easily gets noticed. In 1982, when Kenneth Cole started his company, he was only in the business of dressing up people’s feet. Within two and half days of the company’s launch, he managed to sell an impressive 40,000 pair of shoes. From such an exciting debut, this fashion house has gone on to make a name for itself in not just men’s and women’s footwear, but also in clothing, and a whole assortment of accessories. ROyAL JUnE / JULy ’08 37