ASIA's biggest New Year bash
D
ubai lends global flavor as New Year is set to be celebrated across Ahmedabad, Bangalore, Chennai Delhi
Goa Hyderabad, Hubli, Indore, Jaipur, Lucknow, Mumbai, Medchal, Mangalore, Mysore, Pune, S |
CC springs a surprise in Mumbai
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Birthday times
A
isa bhi hota hai. It was a shared birthday. The two
siblings cut their cakes in sheer joy - Joined by their
friends and relatives. We sure were not able to figure out if
this was a balancing |
Breakthe habit
A
public service campaign against smoking, aiding
ban of cigarette smoking in public areas was
conducted in a novel but effective way by and at The
Country Club Hyderabad. Spearheaded by the G |
ASSEMBLED
M
r. Srinivas Reddy a member of CCIL is happy to have taken the full advantage of clubbing together. A
business man, He was at the Bannergatta club with 60 friends and colleague to spend a day toge |
Events galore
T
he Country Club
Hyderabad was a haven of
things for members. Interactive
programmes and well
publisiced events formed part
of the menu. A children's
programme dazzling all with
magic and |
Diwali meLa
C
rackling fun lit up with masti was the flavor of the
season. While Hyderabad club blossomed with
magical treats from mahendra magician some
ventriloquist and circus treats at country club De |
Spell-o-than
I
t was literally a war of words at 'The Spell', a contest
organized by phoenix event management where 135
students from 34 schools were pitted against each
other in getting their spellings co |
POOL GET TOGETHER
T
he cool splashes at the pool are also the
most focal point of get togethers. CCI
Medchal witnessed yet another pool get
together of unknown members lazing around
this patch of cool blue. On |
Candle light dinners
N
othing romantic here, but most
families love this small addition
to our dinner events. Laced with
candles of all sizes shapes and
aromatic at times, candle light dinners
are popular. Insta |
MUSICAL TREAT
I
t was an evening of musical
entertainment. popular talent and
local recognised artist khan ali khan truly
made it special too. Singing all requests
and a medley of super hit numbers to
per |
CCIL in the press with
Temptations Reloaded
Keeping you abreast of developments that affect you, an inside view of services new,
better value additions and more importantly, the spread that widens your horizon.
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Spa operations to begin at
Coconut grove Tumkur
T
he first leisure infrastructure project of CCIL The Country Club Coconut
Groove is soon to have its rejuvenation facility. A complete authentic
ayurvedic country spa is set to be operational |
Auspicious beginnings
O n the auspicious day of
dussehra, CCIL began its
major project the condo
construction in
p h a s e ~ 1 , B A N YA N
TREE~HINDUPUR of a
h a p p y m e m b e r M r.
Vishwanath. The
BHO |
Pioneering Darlings Day Out - Media launch in Mumbai
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CREATIING headlines
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ck-27 Trail
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Charming
ambience
& ready the C
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ue to
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ady. it's all set to h
alre
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Year Bash. All are wel
lub Kool @ Delhi
Country C |
Mexican village look at Vedic Spa
The fastest growing project beyond the Devanhalli
airport is under focus. Welcome to International
standards... Welcome to the Vedic Spa.
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Our Sacred Groves
F
orest
cover the
landscape of India
- from bamboo groves
on the eastern coast to shrub
trees northwestern deserts, and from
tropical
jungles in the |
Setting Seniors off
Syed Hameed is a travel coordinator for update representing
country vacations. Creating dream holidays on shoe string
budgets, Finding the right place for your needs and helping you
reach there is |
The Tarot Predictions for Birthdates
1, 10, 19, 28 - The most independent and
headstrong amongst all the birthdates. Number one
is most ambitious. The one assesses what needs to
be done with the speed of light and then executes in
ab |
The Tarot Predictions for Birthdates
6, 15, 24 - The most balanced, perfection
seeking, loving being ruled by the planet Venus -
The goddess of love. The Lovers card in the Tarot
would be best suiting no. six. The number six |
Change as I see it
A
little hectic social time adds
to your life; new people and new
perspective leading to change.
A friend's sister fresh out of college is
scouting waters to find which one she
belongs too. |
KHANDIVALI West added
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LIVING ECOSYSTEMS
I
ndia's Forest holds diversity far and
wide. Rainforests are the Earth's
oldest living ecosystems. These
incredible places cover only 6 %of the
Earth's surface but yet they contain
MORE THA |
Brand experience unleashed
I
t's true that Mega events like these have been
building blocks of CCIL - An instant reference
point, for being the powerhouse of entertainment
that it is today. What started way back in 1989 |
Dance beyond celebrations
I t is not about festivities alone. With
reality TV is kicking in a big way, dance
shows have become the arch-rival to
saas-bahu serials on their popularity
charts. And with good reason too.
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Your Easiest Way to
DUBAI
What is a Global Passport?
Global Passport an original
authorization of many benefits. It holds
the CC loyalty points program designed
to reward your every step in building a
clubbing community.
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Kids
Carnival
F
un and festivity were part of the
ambience as kids giggled and
gaggled to enjoy a celebration
organized for them. Tattoo artist,
jumpees and various stall games
added to the attraction at |
Moriye Re
G anesha Celebrations was a wide phenomenon in the Country Club
network. As clubs set up 'pandals' out sumptuous food festivals many
members join in the celebration even past the festive day. The |
Engaged @ Sun
Valley
T he Country Club Sun Valley played host to an engagement
ceremony for 120 people in the luscious green expanse
setting of the club. The ceremony held at the rock restaurant
signified Mr. Saugata |
1st Birthday
F irst birthdays are celebrations
that are extra joyous; it was one
such occasion at The Country
Club Bannerghatta. Ms. & Mr.
Rishi celebrated their bundle of
joy amidst family and friends
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Toddlers Treat
In yet another setting Riya
celebrated her birthday with mom
dad, and grand parent in a private
function in true clubbing style!!!
Happy birthday Kids!!!
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Movie Masti and Male bonding!!!
M ovie screenings are good hits. The big screen magic is relished every
time at the CCIL, the big screen with its mobility has been moved from
lawns to banquets and restaurants to suit the comfort |
READY TO BASH WITH THE BADSHAH ???
A fter the Shahenshah, it's now
the turn of the Badshah. Yes, we're
talking about King Khan's (that's
the megastar Shahrukh Khan, for
the uninitiated) 'Temptation
Reloaded' world tour.
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Readying
Jade Resort
The first phase of work for a soft launch at The Country
Club Jade resort is in full swing. The beach facing
property has captured all imagination of
the Chennaites who are ready to
celebrat |
Welcome Change...
I t's a spruced up look for the
Bannerghatta Club Reception. New
finished, fresh coat of painting designed
space and seating has been added for the
true change in welcoming style. Here's a
hearty |
Eros Regency
Opened
The Country Club Kool at Surajkund road gets operational.
Part of the luxury clubbing network this club has also
seen a phase wise development. The club wears a
new look and ready to ho |
Lucknow club launched
T he city of Nawab officially adds a new country
club to its landscape. The opening is to coincide
with a kick off at the auspicious Dusshera with
the great Indian Navratri Utsav. This opening
onl |
CHARTING A TOUR
It is always better to make sure that
accommodation and other facilities
are prearranged for a smooth and
fun trip!
Syed Hameed is a travel coordinator for update |
Festival SPARKLERS
F
KLERS The upper eye-lid is the main focus
LERS
and is heavily embellished. Apply
jewel coloured liquid eye-l |
Chappar Padh Ke!!! odd balls
We grew up with belief that Jab
Bhi Degha Chappar Padh Ke
Degha
A saying, "Whenever he gives he
pours!!!"
Guess what they forgot to impress
on us was it just not meant
goodies raining, |
WITH
FU N
M
ore than handful - nearly 120
kids were streamlined into
self defense and disciplinary
sessions by coach Narayan on the
lawns of Country Club Sun Valley.
The introductory classes run by
h |
Refresh and Revel in celebration
"We must always change, renew, rejuvenate
ourselves; otherwise we harden."
Johann Wolfgang von Goethe.
Revival is truly the key to live one's life to its fullest
potential. This is a task that |
In Focus
T
he launch of the
CCIL's latest
innovation in the
business of wellness
has reaped huge
focus across the
media and industry.
Fascinated with the
Floating Spa that
soothes one and all
with |
The Great Indian Navrathri Utsav
CCIL is to celebrate the nine days dance festival of India in
all its vibrancy. The scale of celebration planned is massive and
the grandeur larger than life too; the roll out is across 15 cities
i |
Musical Nite with
Vasundhara Das
Shakalaka baby, the multi talented
singer actor and theatre personality
Vasundhara Das is all set to croon
at the unveiling of the Luxury Club
Kool. The beach facing property is
at its prist |
City Centric Clubs - CK-27
The first prototype of CK27 is setting benchmarks for the all India
expansion plans. Designed to the tee with passionate fervor the
place is set apart in ambience and attitude for all to experienc |
Passport
Redemption
Chart
The Country Club Global Passport Loyalty &
Referral Programme is gaining stead. The first
round of reward structures are in and exciting
too. Right from a Goodie Bag collection to Flat
TV, Vid |
Big Views...
IDBI is our extended guest. A monthly programme for
residential conferences have seen many an employee feast
himself to the facilities at the Country Club Lakeside. This time
around they had a spor |
We are here
CCIL has entered Bhopal and
Bhuvaneshwar with a marketing
office. The tier 2 cities and state
capitals with its amazing response
have welcomed the clubbing
revolution with open arms. The
office |
Kool Star
Y ester year Bollywood
star Vinod Khanna now
highly visible on Television
was at the Country Club
Mumbai. Happy at being
in CCIL, he graciously
accepted to be a part of
this growing clubbing
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Body & Soul Harmony
A
"
n unhurried sense of time is in
itself a form of wealth", said
Bonnie Friedman. Who needs a trip to a
spa? We all do! Healthy diet, face and
body treatments and personalized
exercise |
NOURISH NATURALLY
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Monsoon Delight
W
hen will the city folks ever escape
from this rat race that cripples us
to notice the beauty of nature around
us? Do you remember the last time you
halted your mundane routine and just
loo |
The 'K' factor
I
hate K soaps, but keep in
touch with them to survive the
family functions.
My maasi sees it to have an
expert opinion to criticize, mom is
a true blue target audience who
winds and unwinds |
Regional Segment Please?
Dear Sid,
We saw Mr. Reddy's photo on a new magazine in Hindi. Are you
starting a Hindi magazine? This will be a good idea. We have seen
the Dubai TV ads in Hindi also. At least why not have a regi |
Truly Family Magazine
Dear Sid,
The kids' korner column for the kids is a good idea for the summer;
my kids are working on this and have been engaged meaningfully.
The club magazine is now truly a family magazine. But h |
EXPERIENCE THE
EXPERIENCE.
Hear(r)t of the matter CMD, CCIL Mr. Y Rajeev Reddy - Fresh from the experience of
the shoot reveals the focus on making CCIL a great experience destination.
The results are out. We have had anot |
Missing Sports!!!
Dear Sid
I had my subscription charges paid to
get the magazine as a free gift for one
year, after 3 month I have stopped
receiving the copies for last two
months? How can this be also I have a
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Tanmayi Awaiting!
Dear Sid,
Update surely keeps you updated, lots of
informative news and offer, but we are yet
to find the photo we sent in update.
Please let us know how we can share our
views and photos here. O |
SKIN CARE
? The first and most important thing
about being outdoors is looking
after your skin. Well, it is the most
important thing while indoors too
and the more I emphasize on it the
less it i |
Discover yourself
Trek in nature
H
ow many times have you told
yourself that you would finally get
away from the office for a few days?
Have you ever secretly wished that you
could head off on one of those
adventure vacatio |
GROUPED IN
Timken India Limited had their
annual get together at the
Country Club Sunvalley. This 70
odd people huddled together
and grouped in for some
outdoor fun. Boating in the lake,
games at the lawns |
KOTAK MAHINDRA
CELEBRATES
In the rich ambience of lush green spaces, Kotak
mahindra had its celebration party in Country Club Sun
Valley. The meeting a formal get together and dinner
occassion had the acheivers being felici |
WEDDING
BELLS
The auspicious and most awaited day for
Mr. Karuna and Mrs. Shobana unveiled in a
designed ambience. The wedding ceremonies
had the glitz and glamour that made it their
very special day. Friends, |
SPECIAL DAY
It was yet another day of smiles and joy. This
time around for Praveen who celebrated his
special day with friends and relatives at Country
Club. These special days culminate to make our
daily act |
A STAR NIGH TENDS WITHOUT GLI TTER
T he scheduled Mega launch party of
CCIL's The Country Club Golden Days
unfolded with the un customary silence
and the very well expected happy
gathering of enthusiastic member
community.
The |
CMD
B
ehind the scene of real life
activities and concept driven
clubbing revolution is a reel
activity. This time
again led by chief
visionary and brand
promoter Y Rajeev
Reddy.
The new ad
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CCIL CARES
A Blood Donation Camp was organized in the
Country Club BPO division in association with the
lions club. The give back to society program was
well attended by the staff and associates of CCIL.
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Getting Started
Country Clubs and Resorts are
abounding with such natural themed
holiday getaways so you can rediscover
yourself. It is a shame that once
children arrive on the scene, plenty of
once intrepid tra |
POWERFUL AND REGAL - THE KING OF THE JUNGLE
Passionate and driven, Aswin Nandakumar
has a penchant for Earth. Working on issues
of environmental concerns and wildlife
conservation under Act Now, a non profit
organization, he has joined Upda |
Good Looks For Out Door
O
utdoors in the sun, fresh
breeze blowing through your
hair and your feet tip-tapping
to destinations unknown. Ah!
The joys of being outdoors!
But traveling and looking good
can be as much |
Dubai players lounge
A
popular sports bar airing all the live
sporting action at this English
Sports Pub. Traditional English pub
grub can be enjoyed from 12:00 noon
onwards. The resident band "Off the
Rails" pe |
The New Way
To Feel Free
P
icture this. Resplendent
autumn colours, balmy
summer nights, butterflies sucking
nectar from flowers, ducks
waddling over the ponds and crisp
fresh air on a fresh morning. Ahhhh!
The pea |
Peaceful
Destinations
Syed Hameed is a travel coordinator for update representing
country vacations. Creating dream holidays on shoe string
budgets, Finding the right place for your needs and helping you
reach there is |
Explore CCIL Network
Karnataka
1. The Country Club Bannerghatta Road,
Bangalore
2. The Country Club Lakeside, Bangalore
3. The Country Club Mysore Road, Bangalore
4. The Country Club Sarjapur, Bangalore
5. The C |
Dress UP Your Skin
-- ake up is an art and mastering it is not hard. Our
attitude determines the process. It's common
knowledge that make-up should be worn as an accessory
and blend with your personality. A mix an |
Its offical
CCIl is the one of the Fastest growing company in India in its league. The trailblazing concepts and a continued momentum of deliverables have stood in good stead forus.
Itw as onlya yearback that l |
Surprise entry
"CMD Rajeev Reddy on the occas
ion of Father 's day
shares a poem presented to him
by his son Siddharth
Reddy exclusively for Update"
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MICE is NICE
Are you Country Clubbed as yet; if not take notes;
If yes enjoy reliving the experience.
A compilation of events and happenings across 206 clubs spread through out the Country.
Let us know if you w |
CHILDREN'S CARNIVAL
T he colourful cloth chain, flapping white
pigeons, mesmerized kids and happy
applauding adults.this was the scene at
the Country Club Hyderabad children
carnival that was a happy affair. Magician |
SHAAM-E-
GAZAL
I t was a perfect combination. Soft
smooth romantic notes, in open air green
ambience complete with good food. This
was the experience recreated at the
Sham-e-Ghazal Musical Nite in
Begumpet. The |
CHILDREN ' S DANCE
COMPETITION
E ven at Country Club, it's the talent
competition that are a raging hit. Country
Club member kids enthusiastically
participated to display their talents. They
were at their creative best when t |
ONE MINUTE
GAME SHOW
T here is always a moment to spike up a
day. Country Club Medchal proved it by
conducting one minute game shows for
its members and guest. Girls set about
creating a crown for themselves to win
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BIRTHDAYS ARE
BIRTHDAYS!
B e it Shravani who cut her birthday
cake with family or friends, or
Manjunath from Malgudi days fame
celebrating his fathers 60 year
birthday. They truly are celebrations
and our very best bir |
ENVIA MBA 06-08
FAREWELL PARTY
P lease don't go, we will miss you ,we
part to meet again.. the ambience with
graffti on t-shirts and their banner well
depicted the farewell function of the
Eenvia MBA institute. The youngsters |
TRUE OUTING
D o u feel like hitting the greens for
some fresh air. Come play football gulli
cricket style, pick up the pleasure of
beach volleyball in the set up at the
Country Club Sun Valley. They were a
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Now open
in Kodai
S
ummer has never been more fun at CCIL.
Lot of hill station and beach facing
properties have being added to the kitty. More
importantly some are operational now. One of
the prime destination |
Meeting Place
Launched
P
leasure is our business and to
add to your business the latest
edition at the Zen Garden Hotel,
Guindy is ready in welcome.
The latest here is the launch of
Banquets Division for all reaso |
One more
feather in
CCIL cap!
T
he Country Club Hotel is the
first hotel in Dubai to be
awarded the HACCP certificate. A
mandaotry certification in UAE yet
illuding many players in the
hospitality industry. This is an
I |
Storm hits Jaipur Show. Ishaa Koppikar to Perform on July 12 .
A
natural extreme and a man made
disturbance - Jaipur reeled under
pressure. As a safety precaution for you
and your loved ones, Amrita Arora's
performance for the launch party of
Country Cl |
Saturnalia
savoured
F
ashion parties were
sure defined and
redefined with a four week
Saturday fever high on
fashion, glamour and sheer
music at Country Club
sarjapur. Clubbing quotient
went a notch higher as |
CLUBBING
GARNERS STRENGTH
FOUR NEW
CLUBS ADDED
INDIRANAGAR (BANGALORE)
The nerve centre for high-defined lifestyle for
Bangalore - Indiranagar now has the best of clubbing.
CCIL announced its latest 'ATM of clubbing' CK27
here. Vying with the |
TOP LISTED
CCIL has been under the
watchdog spotlight. Two
reputed business magazines
covered the status of CCIL
and its management with a
twist. A segment wise
business listing of fastest
growing enterpr |
India Inside
I ndia is growing and how. The small
cities which were mere towns till a
decade back are expanding
phenomenally and this not only
economically but culturally and
mentally. Lifestyle explosion h |
FROM SMALL
TOWN DREAMER
TO BIG CITY
SUCCESS
Chote chotehum to jhola khali bhor
shehron se,
dupehron se, utha kar
chale.don't these words ring a bell? We
often hear of people who had that zing in
them and m |
AMITABH BACHCHAN
Amitabh Bachchan born as Amitabh
Harivansh Srivastav on October 11,in
Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, has been one of
the most prominent Indian film actors of
Hindi cinema. He went to St. Mary's
Conven |
PREITY ZINTA
Preity Zinta one of the bollywood cute
dimpled actresses hails from a family of
Rohru in Simla District. She initially
planned to do an English honours, but
later decided to pursue psychology. She |
AISHWARYA RAI
Aishwarya Rai was born on November
1st in Mangalore, Karnataka, to a
marine engineer Krishna Rai and a
writer mom Vrinda Rai. As she was
aspiring to be an architect, she started
modeling at twent |
PRIYANKA CHOPRA
Miss India-turned-actress Priyanka
Chopra is one big example of a small
town girl who made it big on her own.
Priyanka Chopra who hails from Bareilly
in Uttar Pradesh, never dreamt that it
w |
Dream flight Hot air ballooning
Ruddy and introvert, he stretches
board room limits to outdoor. An
adventurer, a qualified mountaineer
and a liaison officer for Himalayan
expeditions; Sunil is out to make
you trek, dive and bun |
WHAT
ANIMALS
SENSE
I
magine yourself walking on a
crowded street. You ears would pick
up the noisy bus, peoples chatter while
your eyes would engage in seeing
everything around you, and you will feel
the sun's |
Addam Good Visit
Syed Hameed is a travel coordinator for update represting
country vacations. Creating dream holidays on shoe string
budgets, Finding the right place for your needs and helping you
reach there is hi |
Striking Skin
Dressing your skin is as important as
dressing your body. Know your skin
tone and follow these simple tips:
Unblemished normal
to dry skin:Use a light, water based
moisturizer and a compact close |
Quick Tips
Your
l eye make-up should always
match your outfit. Blush can also be
used as an eye-shadow.
Freeze
l your eyeliner pencil for 10
minutes before sharpening. This will
harden the pencil |
You're Shades
The success of make-up lies in
choosing lip and blush shades that suit
your skin tone. Most choose colours
based on preference rather than skin.
The difference between a beautifully
made up face |
Luscious Lips
Not everyone has Angelina Jolie's lips
but do them up well and make yours
look just as good! Here's how.
l If you have thick lips, then line them
on the inner border and fill with
lips |
Awakening!!!
Th
he launch party was swarming with
crowd as friends and family catered to
each others needs and traffic was at a
two way direction. My eyes caught much
too much. Yes It was Guess and before I |
