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Events 40 maltatoday, Sunday, 3 auguSt 2014 Vodafone Malta Foundation sup- ported the ALIVE 2014 Cycling Challenge with their endeavour of cycling over 1,000km from Prague to Budapest. A group of 45 participants cycled the endless kilometers over 7 days and managed to raise much needed awareness while collecting funds for the Research, Innovation and Development Trust dedicated to breast cancer research. "There is always a first to every- thing and we are delighted that we are supporting the ALIVE 2014 Cy- cling Challenge for the first time," said Roberta Pace, Administrator at Vodafone Malta Foundation. "Helping out the Foundation makes us proud, and knowing that the challenge will bring individu- als together, both those who chose to dedicate their time, their energy and commitment to helping those who are in need and those who con- tribute generously makes the con- tribution more worthwhile." The cyclists left Malta on 9 July for Prague and cycled through Bratis- lavia, Vienna and Belgrade and fin- ished off the long ride on the 18th July in Budapest. Upon their return, Jonathan Scicluna, from Vodafone Malta said, "This was a personal challenge of sport, fitness and en- durance spurred by a commitment to make a modest contribution to- wards easing some of the difficul- ties cancer patients go through. A "ll the cyclists, including myself believe strongly in the sterling work being undertaken by the Founda- tion and with the help of sponsors such as the Vodafone Malta Foun- dation we worked hard to make this challenge one of courage, support and hope." ALIVE Charity Foundation, a non-profit organisation funded by volunteer donations and contribu- tions has the main aim of raising the status of health awareness and scientific research. ALIVE con- stantly organise philanthropic ac- tivities in order to collect donations for their projects. They also con- duct activities aimed at increasing awareness in health related areas such as breast and prostrate screen- ing and healthy eating. ALIVE thanked the Vodafone Malta Foundation for their gener- ous support. Without these dona- tions the event would not be pos- sible. Donations can be made by log- ging on to www.alivecharity.com. Donations can also be sent by SMS on 50617364 (€2.33); 5061 8081 (€4.66); 5061 8913 (€6.99); and 5061 9208 (€11.65), or via bank transfer: Account No - BOV 4002149804-6 Alive Charity Foundation - Bank's Bic – VALLMTMT - IBAN- MT85 VALL 2201 3000 0000 4002 1498 046. If you're after a delicious themed buffet dinner under the stars, then look no further. The Gazebo res- taurant offers an experience like no other. Dine under the summer night sky in the olive grove of this romantic restaurant located by the pool at the Hilton Malta. The Gazebo Res- taurant offers the relaxed ambiance of a traditional Maltese evening, infused with the elegance of this intimate alfresco eatery and live music every night. Stunning sea views and a mouth- watering selection of 5 delicious themed buffets, make the Gazebo a sought-after location during the summer months. The themed buf- fets are available as follows: Mon- days & Fridays - The Sizzler BBQ Buffet @ €33 per person; Tuesdays - Lejla Maltija – Maltese Buffet @ €35 per person; Wednesdays - Le Buffet d'ete – French buffet @ €35 per person; Thursdays - Isola Bella – Italian Buffet @ €35 per person; Sundays - Carvery Special buffet @ €35 per person. The restaurant is closed on Saturdays. Kids under 12 eat free and park- ing is also complimentary. On Monday 28 July 2014, the new Burger King Drive Thru and Res- taurant in Qormi officially opened its doors to the public. "We are proud to present Burger King's first Drive Thru on the Is- land," said John Bonello Ghio, Gen- eral Manager of Food Chain Ltd, a subsidiary company of Simonds Farsons Cisk plc. "Other than the new Drive Thru concept, the restaurant is also a first in many ways, boasting a new design concept, an outdoor garden dining area and a childrens' play zone," he continued. The new restaurant has a seat- ing capacity of over 200 indoor and outdoor dining spaces. The garden dining area is partially covered and offers diners a tranquil atmosphere whilst enjoying their favourite Burger King meals. Located near Lidl at The Land- mark in Qormi, the Drive Thru and restaurant are conveniently situated and easily accessible from all parts of the Island. Parking is also avail- able on the premises and the Drive Thru concept offers a convenient dining solution. Ivan Cardona, Franchise Manager for Burger King Malta said, "This is a new exciting concept for Burger King in Malta and one we are sure our customers have been waiting for." "With the Burger King brand be- ing customer focused, our main goal is to provide easy dining solutions to our customers with optimal, friend- ly service. Having formed a strong management team, we are confident that this outlet will yield great re- sults." Cardona also said that over 70 new jobs were created within the com- pany with the opening of this new Burger King outlet. The Restaurant and Drive thru were officially inaugurated by Louis Farrugia, Chairman of Simonds Farsons Cisk plc and Mr. Norman Aquilina, Group Chief Executive, on Sunday 27 July at an official opening event held at the restaurant. Farrugia reminded the audience that is has been nearly twenty years since Burger King had first opened in Malta. He also thanked every- one involved for their passion and enthusiasm and stated that he was confident that this will be another successful Burger King outlet. The restaurant will be open from 9.30am till 2am, whilst the drive thru will be open for 21 hours from 9.30am till 6.30am. For more infor- mation kindly visit the Burger King Malta Facebook page. Burger King Drive Thru now open in Malta Vodafone Malta Foundation contributes towards ALIVE 2014 Cycling Challenge Summer dining under the stars at The Gazebo restaurant The global popularity of the Honda CR-V has been further underlined by research revealing that it was the world's best-selling SUV during the first quarter of 2014. The figures, provided by global automotive mar- ket consulting specialists, Focus2- Move, show worldwide sales of the CR-V in the quarter totalled 165,017, up from 161,837 for the same period in 2013. The top 50 chart of the world's best-selling cars puts the CR-V at number eleven for the quarter, above competitors including the Toyota RAV4, Volkswagen Tiguan and Nis- san Qashqai. Further analysis points to similar success during quarter two, with the CR-V remaining the world's most popular SUV during May 2014, at number eight in the monthly chart with sales of 63,241; even topping sales of the world's best-selling small car of May, the Ford Fiesta. Total year to date unit sales of CR-V globally at the end of May were 286,685. Much of the success of the CR-V on the global stage can be attributed to the original concept of the car which it continues to assert – the optimum balance between the efficiency and performance of a saloon, and the practicality, versatility and safety of an SUV. Sales of the CR-V in Europe have been further boosted in recent months by the introduction of the 1.6 i-DTEC model, addressing the region's increasing demand for low emission diesel engines and the growing trend towards two-wheel drive SUVs. Two-wheel drive models now make up more than a quarter of Europe's C-SUV market. Honda CR-V revealed as the world's best- selling SUV in first quarter of 2014