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Amerimar is one heck of a windy place and home to 2010 Windsurfing World Champion, Víctor Fernández, who is often seen off the local beach pulling off some spectacular jumps and loops.

The wind blows from the east (Levante) and west (Poniente) and at strengths sometime reaching 40, 50, 60 knots and above.  It can drive the tourists crazy,   but it marks this spot out as being an identifiable world-class sports area, rather than just another beach resort.

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There is nothing like the warmer weather to inspire you to tackle those home improvements and give your rooms a fresh makeover. From the hottest colour trends to stylish furniture and funky accessories, it is easy to inject the wow factor into your home.

Whether you prefer a traditional look or are looking for something chic and contemporary, home decorating trends continue to cross all style boundaries in 2013.

If you have a flair for design and are willing to get stuck in with a paint brush, you can do the job yourself. However, if structural work is required, you may need to obtain quotes from one of the many architects and interior designers in London and other cities.

Latest colours

Emerald green is the most talked about colour of the year, Worn by trendsetters and adorning stylish homes across the country. If a bold colour statement is a step too far for your walls, there are plenty of accessories available in this vibrant shade.


Neutrals are also predicted to make a comeback this year. Although for most of us, they never left! This year grey is replacing magnolia as the neutral of choice. Sleek and cool, shimmering grey can offer the wow factor, but you'll need to warm up the space with splashes of colour.


Neon is another shade that has been taking the fashion shows by storm. Shades of citrus, turquoise and hot pink can brighten up the drabbest room. Again, you can opt for the subtle approach and seek out neon accessories, rather than shock with floor to ceiling lime green.

Furnishings and accessories

Shiny chrome and silver have definitely seen their day, as the trend towards warm metals continues. Fixtures and fittings come in various metallic finishes from bronze and copper to brass.

Animal and botanic prints continue to flourish. Although this year the birds may fly away to make way for winged creatures of a smaller kind! Expect to see insects creeping onto curtains, cushions and other soft furnishings. If the thought makes you shudder then ladybirds and butterflies could offer a friendly alternative.

The trend for bringing the outdoors inside is likely to remain. Wood and other sustainable materials such as glass will offer a rustic feel that should appeal to nature lovers and those with eco-homes. Look on the beach for unusual stones or pieces of driftwood to make your own unique designs.

3D movies continue to dominate the big screen and many interior designers are looking to re-create the same effect in the home. Textured wallpaper, artwork and 3D tiles are making an appearance in the most stylish of homes.


There is a wealth of ideas to transform your house into a home. Keeping an eye on the latest colour and home decorating trends could be the inspiration you need to leave your comfort zone and try a new look.

Whether you are a budding interior designer yourself or are seeking to employ a professional company for structural work and design ideas, there are dozens of architects and interior designers in London and across the country who could help you to achieve the home of your dreams.

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Monica haubert is an interior designer who writes a regular blog on the subject. Visit the site to find more information .

Bret Lee and Shahrukh Khan Attend The Memorable KKR Dinner Party

On 5th May 2013 night, Shahrukh Khan and the bowling sensation from Australia, Bret Lee were spotted at the KKR dinner party. It is being wondered whether it was possible for King Khan to lift the spirit of the members of his team and give them the encouragement to do things better during this IPL 2013 season. King Khan is known to always have incredible confidence in himself. In fact this 47 year old Bollywood superstar is able to lift spirits and mood of any one quite instantly. It is for this reason perhaps the hero of Chennai Express took a decision to treat his IPL team members, KKR, with one a memorable dinner party. Considering the way the KKR team has been performing during this 6th IPL season, it has been felt that the cricketers needed a shot of not only confidence but a break from the grueling IPL game schedules.

The dinner party was hosted at the Nepolitan Pizzeria, Pizza Metro Pizza, where the cricketers got an opportunity to also mingle and have a nice time with celebrities form Bollywood town. Mugdha Godse, the starlet from Bollywood, Jai Mehta - Juhi Chawla’s husband, Bret Lee, Shahrukh Khan and his daughter Suhana and Riteish Sidhwani, producer had graced the gala. Owner of the team, Shahrukh Khan appeared a bit dreary and tired, while Bret Lee was seen sparkling in his white tee. It is being wondered whether King Khan was able to give the teammates the boost for gearing up for the rest of the IPL cricket matches. If it is possible to bump into Bret Lee at another IPL party, this can be certainly be found out.

Raj Kundra and Shilpa Shetty Face Accusations Of A Rs.8 Lakh Fraud This IPL 2013.

The reason why Raj Kundra and Shilpa Shetty, owners of the Rajasthan Royal team are much in the news is because they have allegedly duped the director, Anand Singh, of the cricket academy in Jaipur. Both of them have been accused of committing the fraud. In the past, Anand Singh had objected to Shahrukh Khan and Irrfan Khan smoking at various public places and had been in the news for this. The director has filed a complaint against Shilpa and Raj of having cheated him of Rs. 8 lakh related to a hunting contest for cricket talent. At present both Raj and Shilpa are quite busy with IPL games and due to the controversial case, are in a terrible fix. The Metropolitan Magistrate No. 0 has asked Anand Singh to appear before the court before May 14, 2013.

This marina is used frequently by research vessels monitoring the health of the seas and also investigating the whale, dolphin, and turtle population of the Alboran sea.

A great organisation called Promar have a strong presence here and are dedicated to the conservation of marine wildlife.

Leaving you with tonight's sunset:

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Dada sahib Phalke Awards Rejected By Angry Mala Sinha

Mala Sinha the veteran actress has refused to accept the prestigious Dada sahib Phalke Awards. She is upset with the committee that is responsible for giving these awards. The invitation card sent to her did not even carry her name which has made her very angry. Announcements of her name were made earlier along with other names like, Yash Chopra, Rajesh Khanna and Asha Bhosle. She has worked in a number of hit movies in the past in Bollywood and she felt insulted at the committee’s carelessness and hence she expressed her refusal to accept the Dada saheb Phalke Award. She has had a long career in many successful films, and she strongly felt that her name should have featured on the invitation card. However her name was missing on the invitation card and expresses that grave injustice has been done to her.

A designer handbag is often perceived as a luxury indulgence, but treating it merely as an expensive accessory overlooks its true value. While high-street alternatives offer seasonal trends at accessible price points, a well-chosen designer bag functions as a wardrobe cornerstone, a practical investment, and often, a piece of functional art.