10 steps to effective weight loss from Inside Out Health

Inside Out Health has written an interesting article for how we can shed a few pounds before the summer season. They have put together ten common sense and easy to follow steps for getting our bikini bodies in shape:

1. BE MORE ACTIVE IN YOUR DAILY ROUTINE.
2. LIFT WEIGHTS.

3. KEEP A FOOD DIARY.
4. CONTROL YOUR PORTION SIZE
5. SLOW DOWN YOUR EATING
6. MAKE CHANGES TO BOTH YOUR DIET AND YOUR EXERCISE LEVELS.
7. PUT SOME PHOTOS OF YOURSELF ON THE FRIDGE.
8. DON’T GO SHOPPING WHEN YOU ARE HUNGRY.
9. TELL EVERYONE!
10. EAT REAL FOOD!

Visit their website to see the full story http://www.iohmagazine.com/10-steps-to-effective-weight-loss.php - good luck!

Company Profile - Del Sol Packaged Relocation Solutions

Del Sol Packaged is specialised in assisting individuals and families that have taken a decision to settle in Spain as well as companies that bring employees and their families to the Costa Del Sol and Gibraltar. We provide personalised and professional relocation services designed to meet the requirements of our clients and the special needs of expatriates.

We offer an introduction to Spanish culture and language, assist in all contacts with local authorities and institutions and help our clients to make contacts with international networks in Spain. Our services extend from initiation through arrival and repatriation. Thanks to our broad business experience, we have developed a solid reference team of professional contacts both in Spain and internationally. Regardless of what problems we may encounter, our objective remains the same: to help our clients and their families to feel as comfortable as possible in their new environment.

Del Sol Packaged is an independent relocation agency that has the market expertise required to save your time and money. Following a thorough briefing from the client we will tailor make a package to suit the clients’ needs.

Marina Robertson
Relocation Consultant

DEL SOL PACKAGED
Urb. Acosta – Flamingos,
Bloque 2, Nivel 1, Bjo B
29679 Benehavis (Malaga)
SPAIN

T/F: +34 951 89 40 26
E: info@delsolpackaged.com
W: http://www.delsolpackaged.com/

Deli and Sushi bar Nueva Andalucia

Sensations Deli and sushi bar by the casino and Reginas in Nueva Andalucia has been open for one month and is a great place to get a healthy, fresh lunch in Nueva Andalucia. They serve sushi, wraps, salads and bagels from 10am to 10pm Monday to Sat and are available for take aways. They also cater for events from office functions and launches to ladies lunches.

C/ El azahar s/n, Edificio la ruleta
(junto a / next to Regina)
Nva. Andalucia. 29660
Marbella
Tel: 952 818 615 or 634 224 048

Free promotion available on new website

A new web site has been launched to help businesses and professional people network, present themselves and sell their products and services. http://www.goglebox.tv/

The site has three elements:

1. Business Search facility
All businesses will be able to upload an advert in the form of photos or a video of themselves or business, they will also be able to add in all their contact details to be shown on the advert. Anyone wishing to seek your services will type in their requirements and be able to view your ad. With this feature it will give you the possibility to present to the buying public a more visual image of what you are offering.

2. Network
You will be able to add your personal profile and that of your business and build your own business network on line. You will be able to interact with your group by sending newsletters and directing them to read your blog. A open forum is provided as is a notice board for important events.

3. Presentations
One of the most important areas of business is to be able to present your business, skills and ideas to clients. We are now able to offer you the possibility to hold your own seminar on line. You will be able to book a slot that will be advertised for you, at the allotted time you will be able to show either a power point presentation or a video. You will be able to speak with the audience and they will be able to type in any questions they may have. You are able to control the speed of your power point stopping at any time to explain or answer questions. Anyone viewing will have to register before hand and you will be given their contact details for follow up.

This is a FREE service with no fee or commission charged, visit the website to register www.goglebox.tv

Laguna Village Summer Launch Party 9/05/09

The summer is starting and invitations are being sent out to ensure the season starts with a bang. WIB Member Elle Morgan would like to invite you to one of the hottest events of the year, The Laguna Village 2009 Summer Season launch party at purobeach. It is promising to be one to the most talked about events of the season. Everyone will be welcomed with complimentary Exakt Vodka & Hype cocktails in the elegant surroundings of purobeach. There will be a spectacular showcase of the coast's most glamorous cristallized swimwear by Vivarini for elle morgan, accompanied by entertainment by the dynamic Cuban singer, Yanela Brooks. As the sun sets and night moves in, the party will continue to heat up as two internationally acclaimed DJs from the Ibiza and London scene, joined by professional bongos, encourage guests to party into the early hours.

Tickets are 30€ and VIP tables can be booked in advance with a 100€ deposit redeemable against bar. To book your tickets call elle on 697 378 978 or email info@ultimatemarbella.com quoting elleSS09.

Company Profile – Pias Chimeneas

Pia Kuss is a new member of WIBS and represents her company Pias Chimeneas Fire and Design Company in Nueva Andalucia.

Pias Chimeneas is a family run business which has grown into the market leaders for the provision of heating products on the Costa del Sol, as well as supplying stunning products to the rest of Spain and Gibraltar.

Pias Chimeneas can supply you with the very best chimney and fireplace products from Europe’s leading manufacturers, in all styles and finishes. These units incorporate the latest cutting edge technology resulting in energy efficient and environmentally friendly products.

They also have accessories such as barbeques, candles, fire bowls and gas lamps to enhance your outdoor and indoor living areas.

Pia’s Top Tip
When considering your heating needs, it is imperative to plan ahead and to seek professional advice on appliance size, chimney location, the range of different heating systems that are available, and so on, prior to your home construction. When you visit the showroom remember to bring along your house plans to allow us to give you the best advice for all your heating options.

Contact details
Chimeneas, Fire and Design, S.L.
Calle El Califa 564
29660 Nueva Andalucia / Marbella
Phone +34 951 275 693
Mobil +34 617 649 583
Email info@pias-chimeneas.com
Website http://www.pias-chimeneas.com/
Our showroom is open from 10 am – 6 pm from Monday to Friday or on Saturday from 10 am – 2 pm.

New Inside Out Health Newsletter

The fantastic magazine IOH has sent out its latest newsletter with all the health and fitness news you need to know; see below for the stories. They are offering free publicity for Health and Fitness related news or products on their website, so send them an email with your business news info@iohmagazine.com

The Camp - ‘Drop a dress size’ boot camp comes to Spain!
The Camp, the award winning weight loss holiday company, will be running courses in Spain over the coming months. If you want to banish those extra pounds and escape then
The Camp in Spain is a must……… http://www.iohmagazine.com/the-camp-drop-a-dress-size-boot-camp-comes-to-spain.php

IOH Fit Clubs starting late April
Following the great success of the first IOH Fit Club there will be 3 ‘Fit for the Summer’ Fit Clubs. These 8 week fitness and weight loss clubs are the only expert run clubs of their kind on the coast…… www.iohmagazine.com/ioh-fit-clubs-starting-late-april.php

Relax and Revive with the Sisu Retreat
The Sisu Retreat is hidden in the secluded woodlands of the Mediterranean coastline. Sisu's core values are to Relax, Revive and Rejuvenate. www.iohmagazine.com/relax-and-revive-with-the-sisu-retreat.php

Bowflex SelectTech Dumbbells
An entire set of dumbbells in one! SelectTech, one of the most loved dumbbell ranges in home exercise equipment have just launched a brand new set which now allow you to work out from 10lbs to 90lbs, with just one set of SelectTech! http://www.iohmagazine.com/bowflex-selecttech-dumbbells.php

Visit the website to sign up for the informative newsletter

Great website about Spain

I have come across the website www.spanish-fiestas.com/ and signed up for their newsletter, and they send me loads of interesting things about Spain each month which I really enjoy. This month it was the author's Top Ten Man made Things in Spain, which I found really useful, so I've included it below for your information. There's not enough space to put the full list, but you can sign up for the newsletter to receive the full article www.spanish-fiestas.com/newsletter/

1. Alhambra Palace in Granada- The Alhambra is Spain's most visited tourist attraction with over two million annual visitors. The city of Granada is also fabulousso time permitting don't be in too much of a rush to leave theplace.

2. Sagrada Familia in Barcelona - The Gaudi architecture of Barcelona is simply stunning and theSagrada Familia, his unfinished Cathedral, is the number one attraction.

3. Mezquita in Cordoba - The Mezquita (Great Mosque) is the centrepiece of the historical quarter and is truly one of the finest buildings in Europe.

4. Roman Aqueduct in Segovia - This magnificent aqueduct was constructed without mortar and datesback to 1AD, it is the best preserved Roman monument in Spain.

5. Plaza de España in Seville - Seville is the foreigner's stereotypical Spain with flamencodancing, bullfighting and sherry drinking. The city oozes charm anddeserves several days to soak up the atmosphere and see its manysights. The Plaza de España dates back to the 1929 Spanish AmericasFair and is located in the beautiful Parque de Maria Luisa.

6. Santiago de Compostela Cathedral - Santiago is one of my favourite Cathedrals, not only as a remarkable building but also due to the atmosphere generated by the thousandsof pilgrims who arrive there after completing the Camino deSantiago.

7. Toledo Cathedral - Toledo is one huge museum where Christians, Jews and Moslems once lived in harmony. The Cathedral is the main attraction which took over 200 years to build.

8. Plaza Mayor in Salamanca - Most Spanish cities have a Plaza Mayor but none are more impressive than Salamanca's, especially at night when it is illuminated.

9. Roman ruins in Merida - Merida has more Roman remains than anywhere in Spain, whilst neighbouring Caceres and Trujillo owe their legacy to thediscovery of the Americas when local men joined Francisco Pizarroon his epic voyage.

10. Monastery of Guadalupe - This has long attracted pilgrims since an image of the Virgin was seen by a shepherd. It's in quite a remote location in the beautiful Sierra de Guadalupe mountains.

The Spanish Rental Market is Booming

Don't be brought down by the general doom and gloom in the press, despite the slowdown in property sales and the drop in house prices, the rental market in Spain is actually booming.

There are still thousands of people moving to Spain each year and as house prices continue to fall, more people are opting to rent long term rather than buy leading to an increased demand for long term rentals.

As holiday makers tighten their belts, more are choosing the cheaper option of self catering accommodation. This means that although hotels have seen a sharp drop in occupancy, holiday rental accommodation is in more demand.

Property rental experts HolidayRentalontheWeb.com have seen a huge increase in rentals over the last few years and believe this is set to continue. The number of holiday weeks booked in 2008 was 302% higher than those booked in 2007, and in January and February 2009 this is already 242% up on the same period last year. They are estimating that their bookings in 2009 will be double that of 2008 and are very positive about the future for holiday rental accommodation.

HolidayRentalontheWeb.com’s founder, Tony Sidebottom, commented; “We would urge any owner of a Spanish property not to despair about the state of the property market. Property is a long term investment and it will recover its value after this slump is over. Don’t rush into selling your property, look into renting it out instead. Renting short or long term will offer you valuable income in these difficult times and safeguard your investment.”

HolidayRentalontheWeb, have produced a free guide to making the most of your rental property called ‘Secrets of Successful Rentals’. Visit http://www.homecareontheweb.com/ and click on ‘Free Insider Guides’ to download it.

What do you think about the gender pay gap?

The European Commission has launched a new information campaign to tackle the EU’s gender pay gap. The aim is to raise awareness among citizens and employers about the differences in pay levels that still exist between men and women. The pay gap is currently 17.4% across the EU – and in some countries it has even begun to widen. Click here to view the full article

Please let us know what your experiences are of this important issue. Do you feel you are paid less than your male collegues? Can businesses still get away with this? Do you have any experience with campaigning against unfair pay? We'd love to hear from you, please comment on this post.

Top 5 Ways to Market your company on a limited budget

Now more than ever you need to able to take advantage of the customers who are still buying and make sure they buy with you rather than your competitors. For this you need to be marketing your company cost effectively.

Here are some low cost ways to increase awareness and visibility of your company:
1. Networking
· Great way to meet people, build trust and make valuable business contacts
· Bring lots of cards
· Make sure you follow up – this lets so many people down!

2. Build a database
· Log all the contact details you receive on a database
· A database of email addresses and contact details is very powerful for future marketing

3. Create a fantastic brand
· Make sure your name, colour scheme and font projects the right image about your company
· Once you have a great brand use it everywhere!

4. Email Marketing
· Once you have a database you can take advantage of email marketing
· Consider producing a monthly or quarterly email newsletter
· Regular email marketing strengthens brands, gains customer loyalty & encourages repeat purchasing

5. Organise Events
· Events are a great way to generate awareness, publicity and positive feelings about your company
· Consider fundraising for a charity at the same time, it’s good PR, you will find it easier to get press coverage and the charity will help you to promote the event

Shaw Marketing Services can provide cost-effective marketing solutions for small to medium sized companies, please visit http://www.shawmarketingservices.com/ or email Georgina@shawmarketingservices.com

Half Price Rugs until the end of May

Bargain hunters take note - Grutman's carpet and rug shops are closing at the end of May and need to get rid of all their stock. This means there are massive bargains to be had, with all their stunning rugs are going for half price or 60% off!

They have showrooms in Marbella and Funegirola:
Marbella: Ctra. de Cádiz km. 179 - Tel: 952.82.72.20
Fuengirola/Mijas: Ctra. de Mijas, km. 4 - Tel: 952.58.14.99

Have a look at their website for more information http://www.grutman.com/