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https://residence-inn-arlington-capital-view.booked.net/ | 2018-10-23T18:10:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-43/segments/1539583516892.84/warc/CC-MAIN-20181023174507-20181023200007-00288.warc.gz | 0.960294 | 1,540 | CC-MAIN-2018-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-43__0__231416018 | en | Residence Inn Arlington Capital View38.847047576094, -77.0510854572058
The comfortable Residence Inn Arlington Capital View accommodates guests in a shopping area of Arlington. The hotel was opened in 2011, offering accommodation in a 14-story building designed in the historical style.
The property lies within 4.8 km from Old Town. The center of Arlington is 7 km away from the venue.
The metro station Reagan Washington National Airport is easy to reach. Residence Inn Arlington Capital View is located within 5 km from Reagan Washington National airport.
Residence Inn Arlington Capital View includes 325 guestrooms with free wireless internet, pay TV, a dining area, a kitchen and a sofa. Some rooms at Residence Inn Arlington Capital View have a view over the city. They come with a microwave, a fridge and kitchenware as well as bathrooms with a bathtub, a shower and a hairdryer.
Eat & Drink
A hot cold buffet breakfast is served daily. Treating guests with contemporary dishes, Chesapeake Grill is 200 meters away.
Residence Inn Arlington Capital View offers airport transfer, room service and wake up service.
A gym and a fitness centre are among the on-site facilities.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Public parking is possible on site at USD 35 per day.
Number of floors: 14. Number of rooms: 325.
USD 35 per day
Bar/ Lounge area
Free airport shuttle
Indoor swimming pool
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Free airport shuttle
- Room service
- Car rental
- Bicycle rental
- Self-service laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Wake up service
- Grocery shopping service
- Shops/Commercial services
- Newspaper service
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant buffet
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Buffet breakfast
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Children's buffet
Spa & Leisure
- Indoor swimming pool
- BBQ facilities
- City view
- Air conditioning
- Individual heating
- Connecting rooms
- Living room
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
- In-room desk
- Ironing facilities
- Rollaway beds
- Hair dryer
- Room toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable/ Satellite television
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
- Carpeted floor
Rooms and availability
1 King-size bed
1 King-size bed1 King-size bed, 1 Double bed or 1 Queen-size bed, 2 Single beds
In the Room
Sleeping arrangements for 3 personsSleeping arrangements for 3 persons, 1 Double bed, 1 Single bed
Sleeping arrangements for 3 persons
1 King-size bed
- City landmarks
It was very clean the included breakfast was very extensive you certainly did'nt go hungry.The staff was so friendly and the shuttle made everything easy to get to restaurants, metro D.C.etc.What a wonderful time we had and we will be back!
There was no negative that I can say.
This is very nice and clean hotel with spacious rooms (with fully equipted kitchen). Everything was absolutely perfect. Free shuttle to R. Reagan airport and metro Crystal City. Good breakfast. Very recommended.
Staff was extremely friendly, helpful and professional. Suite was very comfortable and a great value. Especially enjoyed the inclusive full breakfast buffet and the timely shuttle service to the Metro and airport. Overall one of the best hotel experiences we have had...we would definitely go back ....
Excellent value for the money. Close to 23rd street restaurants and Delray. Clean, comfortable, roomy, medicre views. Well worth the money.
The staff is incredibly polite and accomodating. The room was clean and bed comfy.
We had a great stay at Residence Inn Arlington Capital view. The room was great and the personnel was really helpful.
I absolutely loved my stay here. I recommend this hotel to all my friends and family. Beautiful rooms, awesome breakfast, friendly staff, comfortable room, clean spacious....need I say more.
The location was perfect and the price was right.
Nowhere on the website did it say that parking was an extra cost. That should have been made clear during the process, so that I could add it in as a cost. Poor layout in the breakfast area - always crowded, always people running into each other. Hotel is very new, so new it wasn't on Googlemaps or my Garmin maps. That made trying to find it on the first night tricky. Also, the closest cross-street light doesn't engage, so driving away from the hotel wasn't as easy as it could have been.
Breakfast services...too crowded, not enough food.....also backup at check in...not enough luggage carts and the restaurant attached was not the greatest, but all in all a great stay....room was terrific!
We stayed in a suite, and were so pleased with the accomodation. The bed was incredibly comfortable, the room service was great. I appreciated having the full kitchen. The decor was tasteful. The breakfast was very good everyday, as well as the evening social hour. The glass of wine was a nice touch! The staff was friendly and helpful, and made our first visit to Washington DC a memorable one.
No hot tub! The pool was too small to accomodate all your guests. My daughters were not able to use the pool because it was too full. The internet was sometimes difficult to connect to, and was not reliable.
This was a fantastic place to stay for a couple with a 7 month old infant. The facilities were very clean with a full spotless kitchen. Our king studio was spacious enough for 4 large suitcases and a stroller, although next time we might upgrade to the bedroom suite just to have a separate place for the baby to nap. The room was very quiet with a river view with beautiful sunrises. The fitness facility was like a full-on gym with modern equipment; laundry facilities were very clean ($3 to wash a large load but dryers were free). You cannot swim laps in the pool. The included breakfast is excellent with a large selection of healthy items. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. Overall highly recommended.
From the incredibly comfortable bed and room amenities to the very good complimentary breakfast, a truly enjoyable stay.
This was a difficult place to find as it is a new facility and GPS doesn't recognize the address. Booked.net or Residence Inn need to warn people or provide an alternative address to find this place.
Comfortable, friendly and helpful ! My teenage son was impressed with the fitness facility. He used it every day. Breakfast was very busy, but it was Easter in D.C. and the hotel was full.
room was big, quiet and clean.
the BED. Time to chnage mattresses. Mine was soft and lumpy and sloped to the left, the closer side to the bathroom where bodies tend to accumulate in sleep. My particular back situation hurt in AM for several hours. Most people prefer firm. Breakfast while not deluxe was good and plentiful.
Location Pretty far from city center Somehow our gps brought us to 3 different locations before we finally found the hotel | travel |
https://www.devonshiredome.co.uk/audio-tour/ | 2020-04-02T03:48:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-16/segments/1585370506580.20/warc/CC-MAIN-20200402014600-20200402044600-00216.warc.gz | 0.932477 | 281 | CC-MAIN-2020-16 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-16__0__118391178 | en | The famous Grade II* listed Devonshire Dome has had many guises during its intriguing 200-year plus history, currently being home to the University of Derby’s Buxton Campus. Now, for the first time, you can take a fascinating self-guided audio tour to hear the tales of one of Buxton’s best loved buildings.
Designed by the University of Derby’s first year International Tourism Management students, the fun and engaging audio tour ‘From Horses to Courses’ explores the Dome’s evolving purpose: from one of the grandest stables ever built, to a pioneering hospital and now a university campus spanned by what was once the largest unsupported dome in the world.
As you navigate yourself around the Dome using an iGuide, borrowed from the library, you will be immersed in stories of dukes and duchesses and the famous peace campaigner Vera Brittain. Accompanying this are sounds from the Dome’s different lives, which will give you a real feel for its history.
Join the Dome’s audio tour
Pick up your free iGuide in the Devonshire Dome at the University of Derby Library and start your journey!
Share your experiences of the tour using the hashtag #DomeTour
* Opening times change seasonally and can be found on the library’s website | travel |
http://notjustawife.blogspot.com/2010/12/year-really.html | 2018-07-21T19:36:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676592654.99/warc/CC-MAIN-20180721184238-20180721204238-00360.warc.gz | 0.989808 | 811 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__150716310 | en | Well it has been a year since I became "the wife" and honestly I can't complain too much, which is a good thing. I am very happy in my life and still amazed how I got here ;-)
The 1 year wedding anniversary was very important to me. My lovely hubster booked us a weekend away for 2 nights in a very nice hotel, I was quite happy. It was snowing and it was beautiful and to be honest it was just nice being away somewhere romantic and being together - that is what marriage is all about right?
The first day we took a train up and it was beautiful outside, we got to walk around seeing the Christmas decorations and all the beautiful architecture. The German market was definitely a neat place to walk around and we even tried some warm wine (raspberry please). We had lunch at a little Mexican place and ordered a pitcher of Margarita's (insert drooool here). We walked around the main street that night popping into pubs and have an adult beverage and making our way around town. Our final stop was TGI Fridays for late night starters aka dinner and one more drink. They had ranch and Patron Martini's - this ended our night nicely and again I was a happy camper. See it's the small things ;-)
The second day, our actual anniversary, it was like a blizzard but we braved it and headed to Starbucks (of course) and then made our way up to the high street to book in for a tour to task. We now had all afternoon to putz around and that is what we did. We headed back to the German market and my lovely husband bought me fur lined slipper boots that I wanted so bad! We then headed up to lunch and then on to the tour. The tour was uneventful but it was pretty cool being under the city and thinking how many sick people lived there once upon a time.
We then went back and rested and I actually took a bath and read some of my book. By now it is snowing again and obviously in high heel boots you don't really want to walk to far for dinner! We found a very posh restaurant that was recommended to us 2 blocks away, even though it took us a few minutes to find it since it was on a top floor and didn't have a normal restaurant sign. I can't tell you how happy it makes me to have a nice dinner out with my husband complete with a bottle of wine...Those are the moments I tell ya!
After dinner we went to the hotel bar since it was snowing like crazy and split another bottle of wine and just talked.
Now you may ask what did I get this lovely husband of mine? Well I got him a nice silver FCUK watch (that was broke and now getting it replaced) and he isn't a watch person really but I thought he would appreciate having a nice modern watch to wear when the occasion arose.
I also gave him our "contract" of marriage (inside joke). I searched high and low for the perfect card and creating this "contract" and felt this was very important as gifts aren't always what mark a good marriage its the thought and caring words.
Now on that side of the coin my husband did book a lovely week and it was quite expensive but he forgot the almighty card - our first wedding anniversary and not even a card? I was bummed and I say better late then never right? (hint hint to all husbands out there).
I will say I really can't ask for a better man. He cares for me and our families more then most men I have ever known. He knows when I need a cuddle or I just need to be left alone.
He is my lifelong partner and I couldn't be happier about that life sentence.
To keep your marriage brimming,
With love in the loving cup,
Whenever you're wrong, admit it;
Whenever you're right, shut up. | travel |
http://ppp.uoi.gr/index.php/en/how-to-get-to-the-department | 2021-11-29T00:04:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964358673.74/warc/CC-MAIN-20211128224316-20211129014316-00145.warc.gz | 0.940577 | 325 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__132723459 | en | From the center of Ioannina:
The University of Ioannina (UoI) is located about 6 kilometers from the center of Ioannina.
- by bus: bus routes no.16 and no.17 (they are scheduled almost every 20 minutes)
- by car: it is about 15-20 car ride (Dodonis str/ turn right onto Stavrou Niarchou str/UoI would be on the right after 3.5 km)
- by taxi: you could also take a taxi from the center of Ioannina; it is about 15-20 ride (following the same route with the car option; taxis are available on many designated taxi waiting areas).
From Ioannina National Airport (King Pyrrhus; IATA: IOA):
It is an airport located about 4 kilometers from the center of Ioannina and 11 kilometers from the UoI.
- by bus: take bus no.2 to the center of Ioannina, and follow one of the options from the center to UoI; alternatively, take bus no.17 (in that case, the walking distance to reach the respective bus stop is about 400m)
- by car: it is about 10-15 car ride (via Ioannina Ring Road)
- by taxi: it is about 10-15 ride (via Ioannina Ring Road; taxis are available on the designated taxi waiting area in the airport). | travel |
http://ekaant-the-retreat-lavasa.wchotels.com/ | 2018-10-20T21:11:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-43/segments/1539583513441.66/warc/CC-MAIN-20181020205254-20181020230754-00291.warc.gz | 0.916467 | 835 | CC-MAIN-2018-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-43__0__197973708 | en | Ekaant the retreat is a 3 star property located at the highest peak of Lavasa and 55 km away from Pune Junction Railway Station, and 70 km Pune International Airport Area . The hotel features 20 rooms with all basic amenities with attached balcony, air-conditioning, tea/coffee makers, television, m ini bars, in room safe and digital safes. Excursion like Mulshi, Mana Saovar, Jadhavgad and lonavala are accessible to the guests. The hotel offers facilities like kids play area, nature trail walk, parking, garden, iron/iron board, intercom,doctor on call, newspaper, 24 hour room service, guide dogs allowed, aqua-guard/RO filtered water, hot And cold water and Wi-Fi in public areas for guest to stay connected to the outside world. The guest can spend some pleasant moments with friends while having exotic drinks at the hotels bar. To relish a scrumptious meal, the guest can visit the in-house multi-cuisne buffet restaurant Vyanjan that serves flavorful and delectable dishes to the guest with a mesmerizing view. Formal events can be organized at the conference hall with capacity of 20-25 persons. The well-equipped conference hall like LCD projector, LCD monitor, sound devices, DVD player And internet connectivity. The property also owns an air conditioned lounge and bar which serves a wide array of live barbeque snacks and cocktails/mock-tails. A visit to the retreat will bring in unforgettable experience with family and friends.
Location – Centrally Located in Village Dasve, Post Mose Budruk, Lavasa- Ekant Resort is Centrally Located in Village Dasve, Post Mose Budruk in Lavasa. If you are looking for Hotel in Village Dasve, Post Mose Budruk in Lavasa, Ekant Resort is the best Option for your comfortable stay in Lavasa.
Modern & Art Deco Designed Hotel - Ekant Resort Lavasa is the Modern Art Deco Designed Hotel in Lavasa. We offer your comfortable stay in Lavasa as well we guarantee for comfort and world class hospitality service. Hotel is built in Architectural Design so that it can suit your Personality & Business Comfort as well.
Best Restaurant – Ekant Resort Restaurant - We at Ekant Resort have a Best Restaurant in Lavasa. As the food is always preferred for both business & leisure travelers we served delicious foods. We also care for your health so that we prepare food like your homely food.
Health, Hygiene & Cleanliness - We at Ekant Resort believe that “Cleanliness & Godliness”. Our Hotel is Neat & Clean. The Room we offer for your stay will be Neat & Clean. We double make sure that before giving you room we check for Health, Hygiene & Cleanliness. We have 24 hours quick responsive Housekeeping Team for your service.
A True Concept of " Atithi Devo Bhava (अतिथिदेवो भव) ". - We at Ekant Resort Hotel believe in “Atithi Devo Bhava (अतिथिदेवो भव) ". It is our Culture in India where we believe that Guest is equivalent to God. Our Hotel is the Perfect "Home Away from Home" for you.
24 Hours Pick up & Drop Service for Airport & Railway Station - We provide 24 Hours Airport & Railway Pick up & Drop Service. We have our own fleet of cars for your service. We value your time; you can ask us for our Car Rental Service for your any kind transportation requirements while you are in Lavasa. Our Cars are new, neat & clean, equipped with safety and security.
Buffet Breakfast in Multi-Cuisine Restaurant - Healthy & Tasty Breakfast is the always preference of everyone. Good Breakfast not only fill our appetite but also make our day and health. | travel |
https://www.citylink.gr/en/living/athenee/ | 2023-12-01T09:22:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100286.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20231201084429-20231201114429-00127.warc.gz | 0.941246 | 393 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__245292520 | en | The elegant and luxurious surroundings of this historical meeting spot have welcomed some of the greatest personalities of the past century including Odysseas Elytis, Nikos Gatsos, Manos Hadjidakis, Melina Mercouri, Sophia Loren, Anthony Quinn and many others.
The area in Voukourestiou and Panepistimiou has been transformed into a new favourite destination – a new neighborhood with a European atmosphere where Greeks and foreign visitors can go for a stroll and enjoy something to eat or drink at the tables and bar of Athénée.
The menu bears the signature of award winning executive chef Nikos Skliras, and features international cuisine, traditional Greek recipes and a sushi section. The traditional Sunday brunch, carefully selected dishes of the day, a theatre menu and after shopping meet-ups set the atmosphere in what is the most cosmopolitan spot in Athens.
The cocktail designer, Myrsini Spaneli, adds a twist to classic drinks which she has designed herself or which have been designed by the Hybrogardeners at the bar lab, setting the foundations for a fine drinking experience. Legendary classics come alive with the venue’s creative menu. Some of the drinks served are faithful to the original recipe while others are designed with modern techniques and have a Greek twist. The bar serves drinks with a history, from many different eras but particularly dating back to pre 50s – Tiki culture, and Fancy Bubbles & Aperitivos with Perfect Gin & Tonics, Spritzes and Low abv cocktails.
The walls of this beautiful venue are decorated with works from famous Greek and foreign artists and they are regularly updated.
Athénée has managed to give Athens back its stylish glamour, and is a magnet for the most interesting people throughout Greece and abroad. It is the “place to be” in the city, and it is writing its brilliant new story. | travel |
https://www.vikaterrassen.no/english/ | 2023-12-03T08:12:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100489.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20231203062445-20231203092445-00724.warc.gz | 0.920005 | 559 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__64261069 | en | Vikaterrassen is a pedestrian street just west of the city center, with a cluster of shops and services, restaurants, cafés and cultural offerings. Vikaterrassen is located in the heart of the historic Vika district and was re-opened in 2018 as a car-free, pedestrian based urban space, flanked by historic buildings with iconic architecture. In 2021 the architecturally unique building VIA Vika opened, connecting Vikaterrassen to Aker Brygge and the National Museum with an even longer pedestrian based urban space – packed with shops, restaurants and even Vika’s very own food court; VIA Village Food Court.
Shopping and services
In Vikaterrassen you will find shops and service providers with high levels of expertise and unique offerings. For the well-dressed men and women out there you can visit Cavour’s flagship stores for both men and women. If you are interested in interiors and fashion, Illums Bolighus is a must-visit, packed with design furniture and interior. Don’t forget to visit the prize winning hair salon Escape Hairdressing, the unique underwear shop Next to Nothing and the optician Interoptik.
Restaurants and cafés
Whether you are longing for a barista made coffee and a sweet snack or a Michelin Star restaurant experience, Vikaterrassen got you covered! For dining visit Valentes for a authentic Italian experience or Sabi Sushi for some amazing Japanese cuisine. For the one of a kind experience, visit Sabi Omakase Oslo – our very own Michelin Star restaurant.
For that cozy café vibe you can visit Baker Hansen or Kaffebrenneriet, or if you want to take that energy level up a beat, visit Joe & The Juice for a healthy smoothie or a coffee and a sandwich.
If you’re in the mood for a glass of wine or beer, accompanied by live music (not all, but most day’s), visit our tiny little bar Juret.
Vika has an important place in Oslo’s cultural life, where our next door neighbor, Oslo Concert Hall is one of Oslo’s biggest stages for classical, jazz and pop. Right next door you’ll also find Vika Kino, a cinema with a unique offering of movies, short films and events. If you’re in the mood for more culture, the Norwegian National Museum is just a few hundred meters away, as well as the small and unique museum for world renowned author (and a Vika-resident in his time) Henrik Ibsen.
Welcome to Vika and Vikaterrassen! | travel |
http://nadnoteckiparkprzemyslowy.pl/en/location.html | 2021-05-13T16:09:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243989814.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20210513142421-20210513172421-00617.warc.gz | 0.880688 | 675 | CC-MAIN-2021-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__109789896 | en | Municipality of Nakło nad Notecią is located near the place where the Bydgoszcz Canal joins the Noteć river. Naklo is located on the right bank of the Nadnotecki region called Krajna. The city and municipality of Nakło nad Notecią have direct access to communication routes which include the domestic route no. 10, railway node (Szczecin – Piła – Bydgoszcz – Warsaw) and a water route (Noteć river and the Bydgoszcz Canal). Noteć is a part of an international waterway E-70 Berlin - Kaliningrad. Nakło municipality is situated in the west region of the Kujawsko-Pomorskie Voivodeship at a distance of 25 kilometers (in a straight line) from the capital of the voivodeship – Bydgoszcz.
Long distance bus transportation is at high level. National connections (Bydgoszcz, Szczecin, Piła, Białystok, Poznań, Toruń, Warsaw, Kołobrzeg, Płock, Włocławek) and international ones (North Geremany cities such as Bremen, Hamburg, Kiel) are available.
Two provincial roads pass through Nakło:
- provincial road no. 241 Rogoźno - Tuchola, which enables connection with Poznań. The beginning of the connection is at the crossroads with the national road no. 11, which goes from Poznań towards Piła;
- provincial road no. 246, which begins in a Podnakiel village Paterek and connects Nakło with the national road (expressway in the future) no. 5, which is also the international road E261.
They enable communication among the most important cities of the region, connecting Nakło with Mrocza, Kcynia or Szubin. Two railway lines run through the city:
- line no. 18, which connects Kutno with Piła Główna and on which passenger and freight traffic takes place. Thereby Nakło is connected with the most important Polish cities, such as Szczecin and Warsaw (two arrivals and two departures a day), Piła Główna – Bygdoszcz Główna (over a dozen trains a day);
- line no. 281 Oleśnica - Chojnice, partially off traffic; its advantage is a connection with the Rail Rolling Stock Repair Workshop in Paterek, which employs surrounding inhabitants.
In the surrounding areas of Nakło nad Notecią there are a few significant communicational points. One of them is Bydgoszcz I. J. Paderewski Airport. It provides air transport on domestic routes (Cracow, Łódź, Poznań, Warsaw, Zielona Góra) and international (Berlin, Birmingham, Dublin, Dusseldorf, Copenhagen, Liverpool, London, Vienna). | travel |
http://munnar-tea-country-resort.munnarhotels24.com/en/ | 2017-11-24T05:46:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934807089.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20171124051000-20171124071000-00458.warc.gz | 0.907826 | 162 | CC-MAIN-2017-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-47__0__193355279 | en | Munnar Tea Country Resort
Offering 33 luxury rooms, Munnar Tea Country Resort features a wellness center and a library.
The city center is 7 km away from the hotel.
The hotel is set next to churches and museums.
All rooms in Munnar Tea Country Resort are fitted with individual climate control, free Wi-Fi, satellite TV, a writing desk and a minibar. The rooms come with private bathrooms featuring a shower, bathrobes and complimentary toiletries.
The garden bar serves barbeque and grills.
Cochin International airport can be reached in 75 minutes by car from Munnar Tea Country Resort.
Bicycle and car rental services are available on site.
The hotel provides guests with a mini club and a game room for their children. | travel |
https://philrealtyglobal.com/property/altavista-de-boracay-condo-unit/ | 2023-05-31T16:56:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224646937.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20230531150014-20230531180014-00760.warc.gz | 0.885281 | 540 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__33625948 | en | This is a residential condotel unit.Level 3, Building. KEIRA, Unit No. 310. Loft style – own private balcony can accommodate max 6 people.
Income monthly depending on the room occupancy – owner’s distribution share -30% (Participates on Owners Monthly Share Revenue Program).
Unit Area on Rental Program – 62 sq.m
Fully furnished with:
- Two (2) queen-size bed at the mezzanine & 1 sofa bed in the living room
- Stunning view of magnificent vistas from own balcony
- With IDD & NDD telephone unit
- Safety deposit box
- Cable TV
- Bar sink
- With coffee or tea making facilities
- Mini bar
- Individually controlled air conditioning unit
- Marble bathroom with separate toilet & bath
- Relax where your wellness and peace of mind come first.
Situated on a hillside in Yapak, Alta Vista de Boracay is located within Boracay’s Eco Village. It offers an outdoor pool, restaurant, and free 24-hour shuttle services to White Beach. Alta Vista de Boracay provides free shuttle services to D’Mall commercial centre, which is a 15-minute drive away. From D’ Mall, it is a 5-minute walk to the famous Boracay beach. Rooms at Alta Vista have private balconies. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV and safety deposit box. A microwave and tea/coffee making facilities are also provided. Some rooms have spacious living areas.
Boracay Alta Vista has a 24-hour concierge desk, which can arrange water sports and island tours. Guests can relax at the spa or steam room. The hotel also has a gift shop and children’s playroom.
International dishes are served at the restaurant. Guests can also enjoy an evening of karaoke and drinks at the KTV bar.
Hotel Amenities and Facilities
- Coffee Shop
- Room Service
- Picnic Site
- Infinity Pool
- Steam Room
- Karaoke Rooms
- Children Play Area
- Internet Access
- Water Sports
- Access to Golf Course
- 24/7 Concierge & Front Office Service
- Souvenir Shop
- Shuttle to White Beach
- Transfers to and from Airport
- Babysitting Service
- Wake-Up Call
- Laundry Service
- Vehicle Rentals | travel |
http://pact07.cs.tamu.edu/local-transportation.php | 2018-10-21T05:46:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-43/segments/1539583513760.4/warc/CC-MAIN-20181021052235-20181021073735-00368.warc.gz | 0.95998 | 1,201 | CC-MAIN-2018-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-43__0__123340579 | en | The Sixteenth International Conference on
PACT 2007 Local Information - Transportation in and between Brasov and Bucharest
[ Brasov Info | Bucharest Info | General Local Info ]
This page provides information regarding transportation within Brasov, within Bucharest, and traveling between Bucharest and Brasov.
The mountain you will see first when arriving in Brasov is called Tampa (400 meters above Brasov). Frequently, Brasov is called the town from Tampa's foot. You can see on the top of it a TV antenna and a nice restaurant called Panoramic. There is a cable car (8 lei is a return ticket) and in two minutes from the foot of the mountain, you'll get on the top.
From the Brasov Railway Station to the ARO-PALACE Hotel. From the Brasov Railway Station to the ARO-PALACE Hotel, you can take a cab in the front of the railway station (about 2€) or you can take bus number 4 (the bus stop is in the front of the railway station) and you get off at the fifth bus stop (then, 200 meters walk through the park and you'll see the ARO Hotel ahead).
Taxis in Brasov. Taxis are a faster and more comfortable way to get around town than public transportation. Taxis are also relatively cheap. Most taxis have meters and drivers are usually friendly. There's never a shortage of cabs within the city limits at any given hour, but it is a good idea to have one called, rather than going looking for one. Taxis are usually parked in designated areas along the curb, which are in the proximity of bus stops or other busy spots. When traveling outside city limits you may be asked to pay double fare per kilometer (it is considered acceptable), or you could agree on a fixed amount in advance. Tipping taxi drivers is not very common, but it's always appreciated. Never get into a taxi that doesn't have a sign with the company name on top of it, you may get ripped off.
Here's a list of some of the most reliable taxi companies in Brasov:
Taxis from Bucharest Henri-Coanda Airport to Bucharest. The taxi cars bringing customers to the airport have free access in front of the International Departures Terminal and Domestic Flights Terminal. FLY taxi cars are available in front of the International Arrivals Terminal. For any information do not hesitate to contact the FLY Taxi Dispatch located in the International Arrivals Terminal waiting hall. For any reclamations about the taxi services, you are kindly required to write down the car's registration number and contact Otopeni Air Transportation Police, telephone: +40212013242.
Note: The rate of 2,99RON/km is rather steep, when compared to normal city taxis which charge somewhere between 1,15RON/km and 1,5RON/km. Therefore it is advisable to only use Fly Taxi when coming from the Henri-Coanda airport to Bucharest, and use another taxi company to get back to the airport (see the next point for more on this issue).
Taxis in Bucharest. Taxis in Bucharest are cheap, as long as you take a taxi that has an association with a trusted taxi company. Private taxis are expensive, and can be dangerous, as drivers are simply not to be trusted. You should always make sure that any taxi you get into clearly displays the name and telephone number of the company to which it belongs.
All taxis are obliged by law to display their tariffs on the side of the passenger door: make sure you check the tariff before getting in. Note that Pornire is the starting fee, and is usually displayed most prominently as it is cheap. It is the Tarif underneath you need to be aware of. Some taxis charge as much as 10 RON per kilometre. Be particularly alert to these rip-off taxis when taking one from outside the Gara de Nord, the Bucuresti Mall or any five-star hotel. Our advice is to avoid any tariff over 1.50 RON lei per kilometre. The companies below all charge between 1 new leu and 1.50 new lei per kilometre.
Note: If you need to get to the airport from Bucharest, get a taxi from the ones on the list or from the ones mentioned below, as they are significantly cheaper than the Fly Taxi provided at the airport.
Romanian Trains. Getting to Brasov is very easy since it is a major Romanian railway hub. Between Bucharest, the capital, and Brasov (about 170 km) there are many trains daily, almost one every hour. Also due to its affordability and comfort, train is the best way of reaching Brasov. Even though all Romanian trains are increasingly comfortable, try to take the InterCity (IC) trains (2:30 hours to Brasov, 15 €/ticket). These are very modern and comfortable, as they are an initiative of the state railways to reinvigorate Romania's transport sector. "Rapid" trains are also comfortable and almost as fast as InterCities. Do not, however, take trains labeled as Personal (or abbreviated as P before their route number) or Accelerat (labeled as A) to Brasov. Besides the fact that some of them are quite low on comfort, they take nearly twice the time to get there, since they stop at every stop. If you really are forced to take them (even though there are Rapid and IC trains at very accessible times all day), at least buy a first-class ticket.
Tickets can be bought one hour before departure at the station or in advance at the CFR booking office (CFR Agency) but not for departure on the same day. Supplements are payable on rapid and express trains for which seats must be reserved in advance. | travel |
https://www.puertoviejogroup.com/its-time-for-an-adventure-experience-the-most-popular-tours-in-puerto-viejo/ | 2019-10-17T00:40:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570986672431.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20191016235542-20191017023042-00495.warc.gz | 0.918789 | 564 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__79979107 | en | If you read our blog about Caribeans Chocolate Tour, then chances are that you’ve already (happily) drown in chocolate. But we know that one tour isn’t enough…you need to try them all! That’s why we’ve compiled a list of some of the most popular tours in Puerto Viejo.
Jaguar Rescue Center
Whenever there’s an injured animal or an orphaned sloth, the Jaguar Rescue Center swoops in to save the day. Discover tropical wildlife and learn about the many rehabilitation programs that take place at the center. Located in Cocles, the center is open Monday – Saturday. There are 2 guided tours per day – one at 9:30 am and the other at 11:30 am. The visit takes about 1.5 hours and costs $20 USD per person. All proceeds go to funding the animal care and rehabilitation programs!
Raft the Pacuare River with Exploradores Outdoors
Located deep in the mountainous rainforest just 2 hours from Puerto Viejo, this world-famous river adventure will be sure to satiate your adrenaline craving. Daily trips include transportation to and from Puerto Viejo (or onward transport to San Jose free of charge), a quality buffet breakfast, 4 hours on the river and lunch. It’s an unforgettable experience riding class III and IV rapids through the beautiful Costa Rican jungle and steep canyons. The cost is $99 per person.
Caribe Horse Horseback Riding
Haven’t you always dreamed of riding a horse on the beach? Explore the natural beauty of the Caribbean as you weave your way along the ocean and through the jungle. Guided by an English-speaking professional rider, you’ll learn the proper way to ride a horse as well as information about Costa Rica, Puerto Viejo, and the surrounding wildlife. Not an equestrian aficionado? No worries – all levels are welcome. These horses are very well trained and suitable for beginners.
This amazing non-profit organization is dedicated to saving Costa Rica’s two native macaws. The Great Green Macaw was once prevalent throughout the Caribbean but is now on the brink of extinction with only 1,000 birds left in the wild. Threats include habitat destruction (logging, farming, etc), exploitation for the lucrative pet trade and hunting. Once native to Costa Rica’s southern Caribbean region, the ARA Project has successfully re-introduced a number of breeding pairs into the wild. We’re happy to report that they are reproducing on their own! This is your chance to see these majestic birds up close and learn about the conservation efforts of a commendable non-profit, the ARA Project. | travel |
https://chelespot.wordpress.com/2010/01/23/lake-shore-limited-westbound-to-chicago/ | 2019-02-21T12:43:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247504594.59/warc/CC-MAIN-20190221111943-20190221133943-00372.warc.gz | 0.959946 | 1,292 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__94704065 | en | Lake Shore Limited – Westbound to Chicago
January 5, 2010
Scheduled Rochester departure: 11:00 p.m.
Actual Rochester departure: 11:50 p.m. (Not too bad.)
A busy day led to the late night departure. Bill and I worked through the final editing on his two articles under deadline for the Spring issue of Life in the Finger Lakes Magazine (wild turkey and opening day of trout fishing), passing drafts across the kitchen table, reading silently and aloud, changing sentences and words here and there, burning CDs, and printing contact sheets with the accompanying images. After hasty showers and last minute packing, we headed over to Holly’s Red Rooster for an unhurried meal together before I departed on an eight-day adventure with Lin to visit Conrad and Dawn in Kalispell, Montana, via Amtrak. During dinner, the snow was accumulating quickly on the cars parked across Maiden Lane. We knew we had a slow drive ahead over icy roads to pick up Lin in Naples and get to the train station in Rochester.
We arrived at the terminal before 10:00 p.m. Lin and I claimed our tickets and checked our bags through to Whitefish. The Lake Shore Limited has been jokingly, but aptly, nicknamed the Late Shore Limited, but we got a promising report that the train was en route, already in Syracuse, and only twenty minutes behind schedule. We assured Bill it was okay to leave us behind and head back to Penn Yan.
By 11:50 p.m., we were boarding. We each carried what we thought would be our essentials for what was supposed to be a 46-hour train ride ahead. Up the narrow steps to coach class, I wrestled a small, wheeled suitcase, a spacious canvas tote – holding a well-stocked cooler, my blanket and neck roll, and my “healthy back bag”- doubling as a purse, cosmetic case, and mobile office. Lin was much more streamlined with only one wheeled duffle and an inconspicuous purse over her shoulder.
All aboard and not particularly sleepy, Lin twisted the cap off our first split of wine for a toast to our trip. We settled in for the night. Over the next six hours, I drifted comfortably in and out of sleep whenever the train stopped to let passengers on and off or freight lines pass, catching glimpses of wintery night sights along the route.
At Buffalo, I remember a mysterious ruin of a massive warehouse or factory at the edge of the track. The city’s night lights glowed through the falling snow, illuminating its eerie silhouette, outlined through broken window panes and crumbling walls. Maybe it had been a public market or livestock exchange. My read for the trip was City of Light, by Lauren Belfer, which is steeped in Buffalo’s industrial and architectural history at the turn of the last century. I was well enough into it to feed my curiosity. When I discover the old building’s history, I’ll let you know.
About 4:00 a.m., the train pulled to a stop at the Cleveland station in the shadow of the Dawg Pound at Cleveland Browns Stadium. A wind generator was working overhead. I pitied the passengers waiting to board in the bitter cold at this hour of the night. Cleveland city center, surrounding the Cuyahoga River and still in holiday lights, looked more inviting than I thought Cleveland could.
By 5:00 a.m. in Sandusky, Ohio, I woke long enough to see the unmistakable constellation of brightly lit coasters at Cedar Point Amusement Park in the distance to the north. That momentary image still strikes me ironic: a classic symbol of summertime now glowing with frosty white lights and lake effect snow along the desolate, wintry shoreline of Lake Erie.
People watching was a constant amusement. Boris and Natasha in the seats next to me, right out of the Orient Express, spoke broken English heavily accented with a Russian flair. She, dark-haired and fashionable, and he, foreign and well-dressed, passed the time reading a bi-lingual edition of a movie-star magazine headlining Marilyn Monroe. What’s that about? Were they typecasting Americans as much I was typecasting them? I imagined stories of their identity, but was left only with my unasked, unanswered questions. Further along in the trip, I concluded many bolder Amtrak passengers could easily strike up a conversation with a stranger to satisfy any curiosity; however, in the end, I suspected they were more motivated to paint their own colorful self-portraits than to understand another’s.
We slept well enough. Lin delivered hot coffee from the lounge car as soon as it opened, which I savored. I managed a serial breakfast, one course at a time – unwrapping a juice box, squeezing cream cheese from a foil pouch onto my bagel, peeling an orange. We had a clumsy time with meal preparations, splattering portions of yogurt, half & half, and juice, joking we’d be smelling like the baby by the time we arrived in Montana. With enough time for an adequate camp-style grooming in the car’s lavatory, the Lake Shore Limited delivered us into Chicago’s Union Station on schedule at 10:00 a.m.
The four-hour layover before boarding the westbound Empire Builder was easy going. We snapped shots of the station’s great room, surprisingly vacant except for its grand holiday décor. I expected a bustling retail haven like the stations in New York and Washington, DC. Lin was a good guide, leading us expertly to the one-and-only pub-style dining establishment at the station. We had a salad, a bowl of chili, and a bottle of wine for lunch. The departures board directed us to Gate 19. The Empire Builder was on schedule, but we learned it hadn’t run in two days. (We assumed winter weather was to blame.) Among the first to board the train by taking full advantage of Lin’s new senior citizen status, we were in much better spirits than the crowds of weary passengers, back-logged and perhaps two or three days behind schedule | travel |
https://www.statistik-bodensee.org/tourism.html | 2024-04-20T03:27:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817474.31/warc/CC-MAIN-20240420025340-20240420055340-00200.warc.gz | 0.927855 | 301 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__188691881 | en | Lake Constance is a tourist region that encompasses parts of four national states. Boasting a history of over 100 years, tourism is an important economic factor for the region.
In 2021, the Lake Constance region recorded a good 20 million overnight stays in 2022, an increase of 57% compared to the previous year and almost reaching the level of 2019 before the coronavirus pandemic.
Of these, there were:
- 40 percent registered in the German districts,
- 23 percent in the Austrian state of Vorarlberg,
- 36 percent in the Swiss cantons,
- 1 percent in the Principality of Liechtenstein.
On average, in 2022 the guests spent 2.4 days in their hotels. However, these numbers vary among the different parts of the Lake Constance region. With an average stay of 3.1 days, the hotels in the Austrian part of the region recorded the longest lenght of stay, followed by the hotels in the German part of the region, where tourists stayed 2.7 days. Visitors to the Principality of Liechtenstein (1.9 days) and to the Swiss cantons (1.9 days) stayed shortest in their hotels.
The main challenge for a cross-border statistical project is the comparability of statistical data. Data collection practices and definitions of indicators often differ significantly among the four participating countries.
In the future you will find here information on data comparability. | travel |
https://groupe-6.com/en/project/bab-al-bahrain-square/ | 2022-01-26T20:18:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320304961.89/warc/CC-MAIN-20220126192506-20220126222506-00233.warc.gz | 0.915099 | 192 | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__151406574 | en | The Ministry of Culture of the Kingdom of Bahrain launched an international architecture competition to redesign Bab Al Bahrain Square, a symbolic space in the heart of Manama, the historic capital of the Kingdom of Bahrain. The project weaves links between the ancient gateway to the city and the Financial Harbour, the international business centre located nearby on the sea front. The monumental promenade and its water mirror, punctuated by thematic, cultural, historic and ecological paths, link the historic roots of the Kingdom with its future. The symbolic relationship between Bahrain and the sea is emphasised and transcended by the “sea square” under the water mirror. Its reflections and the interplay of light and transparency create a unique area providing a wide range of sensations. The “mirror between two seas” is becoming an iconic urban area opening the Kingdom up to modernity and enhancing its heritage and culture. | travel |
http://thefranknewsblog.blogspot.be/2013/06/ | 2017-05-23T08:59:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-22/segments/1495463607593.1/warc/CC-MAIN-20170523083809-20170523103809-00336.warc.gz | 0.949435 | 574 | CC-MAIN-2017-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-22__0__136514560 | en | Hotels.com Club Sand-Swiss Index
Annual Hotels.com Club Sandwich Index (CSI) names Geneva as the most expensive city for a Club Sandwich, while UK comes in eighth
Geneva has taken over from Paris as the most expensive city in the world in which to order a Club Sandwich, at an average of £19.96, according to research released today by Hotels.com. Using the classic hotel staple of a chicken, bacon, egg, lettuce and mayonnaise sandwich as a barometer of affordability, the Hotels.com Club Sandwich Index (CSI) offers holidaymakers an indication of the cost of living associated with their destination of choice.
The CSI average price is calculated from the real prices paid by guests for a Club Sandwich in 30 hotels in the capital or an important tourist city of each country surveyed, across five, four and three star categories. In total, 840 hotels globally were canvassed.
Now in its second year, the Index reflects not only changes in the actual price of a Club Sandwich across the globe but also the effect of currency fluctuations. Travellers will be pleased to note that, on the whole, prices are falling: the Genevan average of £19.96, although higher than any other destination, is also lower than last year's most expensive, which was £20.43 in Paris.
In the Swiss city, prices for the humble 'Club' ranged from an extraordinary £34.33 in one five-star hotel to a more reasonable £9.27 in a three-star establishment. Gastronomic hub and last year's chart topper, Paris, this year slipped to number two with a new average of £17.99, closely followed by Oslo, which held on to the number three spot with £17.51.
In the UK the average Club Sandwich came in at £13.53, with prices ranging from £26 to £6, putting Britain in eighth on the table.
India's New Delhi remained the cheapest destination to buy a Club Sandwich, with an average price of just £5.97, although several other holiday favourites also appeared under the £10 threshold, including Madrid (£9.68), Rio de Janeiro (£9.44) and Bangkok (£7.74).
Alison Couper from Hotels.com said: “The Club Sandwich, available on hotel menus across the globe, is the perfect spending barometer, helping tourists factor into their travel plans the everyday cost of simple items such as food and drink. The price changes when comparing 2013 to 2012 hide a complex story of factors from changes in the local price of basic food items through to currency fluctuations. The beauty of the CSI is that we are able to offer travellers a simple price comparison to show how far their money may stretch in each country." | travel |
http://www.prytravel.com/tips-for-responsible-traveller.html | 2019-02-24T05:58:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550249595829.93/warc/CC-MAIN-20190224044113-20190224070113-00535.warc.gz | 0.924761 | 1,147 | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-09__0__242779971 | en | Whether you are planning a trip of a lifetime or a weekend vacation with the family, responsible travel can make a significant difference in the community and environment that you visit.
Being a responsible traveler means more than just offsetting your carbon emissions, it requires thought and preparation. Responsible travel is based on the principles of sustainability and it requires you to examine the environmental, social and economic dimensions of your trip. Responsible travel is all about minimizing the negative impact of your travel and maximizing the benefits for local economies, environments and host communities.
Before you go
- Consider your carbon footprint when using air travel as your flight will do more damage to the environment than any other aspect of your trip. See if your airline is working with organizations like: Carbon Clear, Climate Care, or Sustainable Travel International.
- Minimize your flying times and stopovers. The worst carbon emissions are emitted during take off and landing.
- Find out as much as possible. Educate yourself about the destination you are visiting by reading guidebooks and travel articles: history, culture, religion, natural environment, geography, politics, ecosystems , local customs legends, advisory notices and more.The more you know about your destination before arriving, the more the place will come alive.
- Learn a few words in the local language. Making an effort to speak the local language allows you to interact with the people who know the place best. People appreciate your efforts and your interest in learning. Simple words like “Hello,”“Please” and “Thank you” can go a long way.
- Pack light. It is tempting to pack everything you think you might need, but remember to be smart about your necessities. Packaging items like the paper box to your film or the plastic wrapping of your new toothbrush simply consume space in your bag and can create excess trash for the environment that you visit.
- Think carefully about what’s appropriate in terms of your clothes you pack. You’ll earn respect and be more readily welcomed by local people
- See your tour operator’s policy for responsible travel. Make sure it also explains how they support the local economy.
- Lodging choices. Ask your lodge or hotel a few questions:
- How many or what is the percentage of local employees?
- What is the contribution to conservation or local people you are most proud of?
- Where do you get your food products? Ask your tour operator about local conservation groups you could visit during your trip.
- Explore transportation options. Remember that travelling affects the environment. Wherever possible, try to minimize your pollution and impact on the environment by looking to alternative transportation and off-setting your carbon emissions.
While you are there
- Engage in local culture. The saying, “While in Rome do as the Romans” still applies today. Your trip provides a unique opportunity to explore a new culture and to see the world through a different perspective. Remember that eating local foods, shopping in local markets, and attending local festivals are all part of experiencing the culture.
- Buy local products then you’ll have a one-of-a-kind experience and your money will go directly to the community. Before purchasing goods, ask about their origin. Avoid buying products made from threatened natural resources or endangered species.
- Hire local guides. Enrich your experience by choosing local guides who are knowledgeable about the destination. Ask local tour operators and hotels for good recommendations.
- Respect the natural environment. Reduce, reuse, and recycle. Even though you are just visiting and not paying the utility bill, disposing of your garbage properly and minimizing your consumption of water and energy will benefit the overall destination.
- Respect sacred and holy places. Ask before entering or taking pictures.
- Do not dispose your batteries. Try and use electronics with solar energy. If it is not an option, use rechargeable batteries and charge extra sets before the trip.
- Shop at local markets for your souvenirs.
- Refrain from aggressive bargaining. if you’re not sure your limits in bargaining, ask your local hotel for tips. Remember that the purchases you make directly affect vendors’ livelihoods, so decide if you really need to hang onto that extra dollar or just help the local vendor.
- When walking or hiking, stay on the trails. This will help preserve the natural beauty of the land.
- Be friendly and open minded. Many customs, traditions and way of life that might seem weird to you are completely normal to locals. Enjoy and embrace all differences.
When you get home
- Distribute your responsible travel tips. In addition to telling family and friends about the wonderful memories you made, also consider sharing tips on how they too can positively impact the World while having an amazing journey.
- Share your photos. Pictures can say a thousand words.
- Explore more. Travelling is just the start of learning. Once you return home continue exploring and being involved with the issues or region that captured your attention.
- Give back. Travelling often opens your eyes and heart to something new. You can continue to preserve our inspirational environment for generations.
- Make true on your promises. If you met a new friend and said you would keep in contact, do it. If you said you would send pictures, do it. These experiences mean the world to many people.
- Support a program that supports the culture, environment and people of the place you were lucky to visit.
- Write to us and tell us how we did. Give us feedback and let us know where we could be better. | travel |
https://378marinedrive.ca/accommodation-facility/daily-made-breakfast-baked-goods/ | 2023-09-29T02:44:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510481.79/warc/CC-MAIN-20230929022639-20230929052639-00111.warc.gz | 0.870417 | 224 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__70858164 | en | Two King Suites, one incredible view.
- Each suite offers a sea to sky view of the wild Pacific.
- Kept light and modern, the suites reflect local craftsmanship and art.
- Suites contain king size beds. All suites have a kitchenette, fireplace, soaker tub and heated bathroom floors.
- Daily made breakfast baked goods, in-house granola, and local tea and coffee accompany your stay.
- All linens, including duvet covers, are laundered prior to guest arrival. All towels and linens are 100 % Egyptian cotton.
- The bathroom is stocked with eco-friendly toiletries in reusable containers.
- Guests have access to a shoreline hot tub overlooking our cove and southerly islands. Fantastic for stargazing, storm watching, or relaxing on a summer evening. (Until further notice we are limiting the hot tub to one suite at a time with a 45 minute time limit.)
- Each suite has its own deck overlooking the ocean.
- Amenities include: wifi, hairdryer, iron and robes. | travel |
https://www.businesspropertynetwork.co.uk/no-46233-duchess-of-sutherland-royal-duchy-trip-through-taunton/ | 2021-12-06T11:48:00 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-49/segments/1637964363292.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20211206103243-20211206133243-00229.warc.gz | 0.967439 | 192 | CC-MAIN-2021-49 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-49__0__140374465 | en | STEAM train buffs were out in force on Sunday as an 80-year-old locomotive pulled into Taunton Station.
And fans with cameras lined the side of the track after it pulled out of Taunton and headed for Cornwall.
The No 46233 Duchess of Sutherland was on its way from Bristol Temple Meads to Par, in Cornwall, on the mainline track.
It was the first of four Royal Duchy trips being run by the Railway Touring Company – the others are on August 4 and September 1 and 15.
Passengers are able to opt for breakfast and dining experiences on the journeys.
And once in Par, they can catch a bus to visit either Fowey or Charlestown, where some of the Poldark scenes were filmed.
For full details of the upcoming trips, visit railwaytouring.net/uk-day-trips/the-royal-duchy-4 | travel |
http://hiddencharm.sevenmedia.vn/en/offer/romantic-retreat-46.html | 2020-07-08T10:16:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655896932.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20200708093606-20200708123606-00084.warc.gz | 0.766391 | 414 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__253183347 | en | VND 4,999,000 ++ / 2 persons
- Two-night accommodation in Superior room with elegantly decorated amenities.
- Buffet breakfastat hotel Restaurant or set menu served in the room.
- A Round-trip airport transfer from/to Hanoi by Limousine Bus
- Welcome drink, towel, flowery necklaces upon check – in.
- Fruit basketor sweet honeymoon cake with candles and flowers in the room.
- A special candlelight set dinner with a glass of cocktail per person on swimming pool’s side or in its green garden during the sunset moment.
- 02 vouchers of one – hour body massage for honeymooners (01 voucher / person).
- 01 drinksfor each person (beer / soft drink / cocktail).
- Half-day bicycle use.
- Free upgrade to Deluxe room (subject to room availability upon check-in)
- Early check - in or late check - out (subject to room availability).
- 20% discount on Laundry service.
- 15% off on Food & Beverage(except alcoholic beverage)
- 20% discount on Spa & Massage.
- Unlimited Sauna, Steam bath, Jacuzzi, FitnessCenter, Swimming Pool.
- Wi-Fi access throughout the Hotel.
- Travel Insurance
TERMS & CONDITIONS
- The rate is subject to 5 % Service Charge and 10% VAT.
- This package cannot be used in conjunction with other promotional programs.
- The package is applied from 01 Septo 31 Dec 2019.
- VND 1,200,000++/room/night (accommodation + breakfast) will be applied to the extension.
- Surcharge VND 250,000++/ room / night on 02 Sep, 24& 25& 31 Dec.
- Compulsory Gala Dinner: VND 700,000++ / person on 24 Dec and VND 700,000++ / person on 31 Dec. | travel |
https://nicholethiel.wordpress.com/category/covid-19/ | 2020-09-27T20:10:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-40/segments/1600401578485.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20200927183616-20200927213616-00795.warc.gz | 0.943471 | 237 | CC-MAIN-2020-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-40__0__158201142 | en | Nichole Thiel has worked in a wide range of positions in the corporate retail, sales, and education fields. Searching for new opportunities, Nichole Thiel has refocused her career into the hospitality industry with an emphasis on strategic planning and leadership.
The hospitality industry has been among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, but the downturn won’t last forever. It’s important for hotels to prepare for the eventual rebound of travel activity. One of the areas that hotels should prioritize is updating their website content.
A hotel’s website is the primary source of information for many people about a company, so it should be updated often about any changes in reservations, working hours, or cancellation policies.
The website should reassure guests and underscore all the safety precautions that the hotel is taking to support their safety. Also, the website should highlight special offers that are tailored to meet demand right now, and promote future offers to anticipate the inevitable rise in demand. And website content personalization can be used whenever possible to cater to international customers. There’s a good chance that international travel will significantly increase when restrictions and attitudes about air travel change. | travel |
https://bottiatsea.com/booked-guests/accessible-cruising-2/ | 2023-12-01T07:15:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100276.12/warc/CC-MAIN-20231201053039-20231201083039-00180.warc.gz | 0.933782 | 794 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__288052451 | en | The Pier Assistance program offers boarding and departure assistance with wheelchairs to guests with mobility issues for you and your traveling companions. Please email Jazz Cruises at [email protected] or call us at 844.616.6279 and a member of our guest services team will add this accommodation to your reservation.
Absolutely. Wheelchairs and scooters are available to rent from several sources and will be delivered to your stateroom before you board. Celebrity Cruises Access Department will be able to coordinate wheelchair and scooter rentals for you during your cruise. You can contact the Celebrity Cruises Access Department at 1.866.592.7225 or [email protected]. Some rental services that operate within the Miami area include Special Needs at Sea and Scootaround Rentals. Call Special Needs at Sea at 800.513.4515 or visit their website here. Or call Scootaround at 888.441.7575. or visit their website here.
The SAFE (Seating Assistance for Entry) program is an onboard accessibility program designed to allow for safe and convenient access (for a guest and one companion) to the Celebrity Theater for each evening’s main show. Designated SAFE areas will be clearly marked and are reserved for those who require assistance and submit the requested information. Once the SAFE Form is successfully submitted, you will receive additional details 2 weeks prior to your sailing date. By utilizing the SAFE program, you are given an easily accessible seat, typically located near the rear of the Celebrity Theater. Please note: the SAFE program is only for Main Stage shows in the Celebrity Theater and does not guarantee a seat in secondary venues. Click here to complete the SAFE Form for our accessible seating. The SAFE Form must be completed no later than 45 days prior to boarding. Please note, that utilizing SAFE in order to avoid wait time is strictly prohibited. Guests who attempt to misuse this service will be revoked from the program for the duration of the cruise and possible future sailings.
If you have special dietary needs, you will need to discuss these with the Celebrity Access Department. For special dietary needs, Celebrity Cruises asks that you give them 60 days of advance notice. For more information, contact the Celebrity Cruises Access Department at 1.866.592.7225 or [email protected]. Please note that you will need your Celebrity Cruise Line Reservation Number prior to submitting your requests.
If you have medical needs, such as storing medicine or needing distilled water, you will need to discuss these needs with the Celebrity Cruises Access Department. Your stateroom will have a small refrigerator that may be adequate for storing medicine that needs to be refrigerated, but please confirm this with Celebrity Cruises. For more information, contact the Celebrity Cruises Access Department at 1.866.592.7225 or [email protected]. Please note that you will need your Celebrity Cruise Line Reservation Number prior to submitting your requests.
Guests requiring continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis are welcome to board all Celebrity Cruises vessels. However, Celebrity Cruises does not have the ability to assist or administer hemodialysis treatments. Guests using peritoneal dialysis should have all solutions and equipment needed to perform the dialysis delivered to the vessel on the day of sailing at least two hours prior to sailing. For more information, contact the Celebrity Cruises Access Department at 1.866.592.7225 or [email protected]. Please note that you will need your Celebrity Cruise Line Reservation Number prior to submitting your requests.
Celebrity Cruises makes every effort to make cruising accessible to everyone. Below please find information on assistance options that our guests frequently inquire about. The most up-to-date information can be obtained through the Celebrity Cruises Access Department here. Please be advised: You will need to provide your Celebrity Cruises reservation number to the Access Department to reserve your accessible cruising service. | travel |
https://rakhospitalityholding.com/subsidiaries/rak-hospitality-logistics/ | 2022-05-20T16:42:48 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662533972.17/warc/CC-MAIN-20220520160139-20220520190139-00105.warc.gz | 0.951042 | 170 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__152235830 | en | Accommodation services for employees of a number of high profile hospitality businesses across the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. Facilities are conveniently located in close proximity to the core hospitality and leisure areas of Ras Al Khaimah, for quick and easy travel time.
A 24/7 service that transports hospitality employees to and from a variety of hospitality outlets across the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, allowing a smooth and regular service, so employees reach their workplace and home conveniently and with short travel times.
Corporate & Employee Travel
With the integration of RANTA (Ras Al Khaimah National Travel Agency) we have developed a corporate and employee travel service aiming to become the partner of choice for companies that want to outsource their corporate travel requirements as well as staff transportation and accommodation in RAK. | travel |
https://www.tesszizak.com/product-page/morning-espresso | 2023-10-03T03:42:21 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233511053.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20231003024646-20231003054646-00202.warc.gz | 0.975013 | 147 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__71567338 | en | Herceg Novi, Montenegro was home to my first trip abroad in 2017. Every morning we would have class and then I would walk down to Gradska Kafana and have a double espresso and sit and paint or draw. I recently took a trip to Croatia this spring with my sister and we decided to take a day trip down to Herceg Novi. As I was showing her all my favorite places we of course had to stop and have espresso. So there we sat drinking espresso as I painted the view. Created with watercolor on Arches acid free cotton paper and comes in a protective clear slip with a cardboard backing. 8.75x12 inches. | travel |
http://florianopolisairportcarrental.com/ | 2014-07-31T19:35:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-23/segments/1406510273663.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20140728011753-00071-ip-10-146-231-18.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.891263 | 261 | CC-MAIN-2014-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2014-23__0__138231126 | en | Great deals from Florianopolis Airport car rental brands
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Hercilio Luz Airport Information
Hercilio Luz International Airport (IATA: FLN), is the airport serving Florianopolis, Brazil. It is named after Hercilio Pedro da Luz (1860-1924), 3 times Governor of Santa Catarina (state) and senator. In 2009, the airport was ranked 16th in terms of transported passengers, placing it amongst the busiest airports in the country. It is operated by Infraero. Some of its facilities are shared with the Florianopolis Air Force Base of the Brazilian Air Force. Here are some of the major Airlines that service Hercilio Luz International Airport: Aerolineas Argentinas Avianca Brazil Azul Brazilian Airlines Gol Airlines NHT Linhas Aereas TAM Airlines The above mentioned information is taken from: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hercilio_Luz_Airport . | travel |
http://www.bedandbreakfastcastrum.it/itineraries-tour-treviso.php | 2015-05-24T06:52:43 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-22/segments/1432207927844.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20150521113207-00332-ip-10-180-206-219.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.94218 | 1,044 | CC-MAIN-2015-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-22__0__17113599 | en | |The Castle History Sleep in a Castle The Castle & Surrounding area Itineraries|
The b&b Castrum of Serravalle is located in a unique scenic area that offers a host of outstanding attractions and tourist itineraries. From this enchanting holiday spot– one of the loveliest bed & breakfasts in Italy– you can set off to discover places of enchanting beauty, picturesque villages, spectacular localities, breathtaking scenery, either on foot or by bike (placed at the disposal of the b&b’s guests).
Your holidays and weekend stays will be unforgettable, because the cultural, scenic and artistic attractions of the province of Treviso are truly outstanding. The Treviso province is in fact characterized by a breathtaking, varied landscape, enchanting villages and lovely historic towns renowned for their architectonic, artistic and scenic treasures. Touring and discovering the gems of the Bel Paese is an experience you will never forget.
From Vittorio Veneto you can reach:
In addition to Vittorio Veneto and the two ancient towns of Serravalle and Ceneda with their wealth of historic palazzi and beautiful churches, the surrounding district also offers a great variety of attractions and touring possibilities on foot, by bike or horseback.
The b&b recommends a visit to the nearby lakes: Lake Negrisiola, and its lovely green surroundings; Lake Restello, with a Roman lookout tower (1st century B.C.) standing near the water’s edge; and Lake Morto, a favourite spot for fishing enthusiasts. The path leading to the summit of Col Visentin is a bit more difficult to tackle, but the view from the summit is absolutely breathtaking.
15 km from the B&B Castrum of Serravalle, there’s the lovely town of Conegliano, home of the Prosecco and Spumante wines. Its origins are pre-Roman, but the town’s oldest surviving construction is the imposing medieval fortress on top of the hill, from which visitors can enjoy wonderful views out over the surrounding countryside and town below.
From Conegliano visitors can take the famous Prosecco road that leads to Valdobbiadene. Well-known to all wine lovers, this unique road winds for 47 kilometres through the famous Prosecco district with its charming vine-clad hills, breathtaking scenery and delightful villages like San Pietro di Feletto. The ancient church of San Pietro – at San Pietro Feletto – dates back to the Longobard period but was given its present form in the twelfth century. This little gem of a church is decorated with fourth-century Romanesque-Byzantine frescoes both on the inside and outside.
The bed and breakfast is not far from the small town of Follina, which owes its origins to the Cistercian Monks who settled here in the twelfth century. The outstanding feature of this town is the lovely Cistercian Abbey of Santa Maria. Here, the Benedictines and the Camaldolesi also carried on the monastic tradition through the centuries. The abbey was closed in the eighteenth century and then passed into private hands. In 1915 the Servi di Maria resumed the centuries-old monastic tradition, and they undertook a thorough restoration that restored the original architectural features. At the town of Valmareno there is the Castello Brandolini. From 1233 to 1335 this castle was the residence of the powerful Da Camino family, but its origins date from many centuries before that period. The charming village of Cison di Valmarino was instead the seat of the Counts Brandolini. The village has many elegant, characterful buildings and a lovely late-Baroque parish church.
To reach Belluno or Feltre visitors can take the road of the San Boldo pass that goes through the pre-Alps. The road was built during the last months of World War I, and is a masterpiece of engineering with many bends going through tunnels hewn out of the rock. It offers spectacular views over the entire Valsana.
From the bed & breakfast you can take the 422 state road that goes to the town of Fregona, famous for its production of Torchiato wine (a festival dedicated to Torchiato wine is held there at the end of April).
A trip to the Cansiglio plateau and forest is an experience not to be missed. In the sixteenth century the forest was known as the ‘bosco da reme’ (‘forest of oars’, in Venetian dialect) because it provided the timber for the powerful fleet of the Republic of Venice. The entire Cansiglio area– now protected– is open to excursionists. A Cimbrian village is also located inside the area.
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https://qahn.org/exhibit/heritage-tour-wakefield-village-quebecs-gatineau-hills | 2023-12-02T17:33:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100448.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20231202172159-20231202202159-00312.warc.gz | 0.979499 | 2,083 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__38036479 | en | Wakefield is a small village nestled in the Gatineau hills along the shores of a scenic bay on the Gatineau River. Its main street faces on the river and has not changed much since it was founded mainly by Scottish and Irish pioneers in the early and mid-1800s. This has made the village a popular destination for tourists and visitors with an interest in its heritage, as well as its scenery and its unique opportunities for art expression and outdoor adventure, often arriving from the cities of Ottawa and Gatineau, a half-hour’s drive away.
Today, my friends and I are coming here to go on a walking tour of this historic village. It is a glorious, sunny fall day ablaze with autumn colours as we drive through the hills and on to the Fairbairn House Heritage Centre on the east side of the river, on the northern fringe of the village. We park our cars in Hendrick Park and admire the Victorian style of the old house sitting just inside the entrance gate.
Intrigued by a path behind the Fairbairn House we discover it leads through a hand-made wooden gate to giant stone steps that follow along a natural stream with small waterfalls. We are tempted to climb to the top, but today we are here to explore the village. We learned later that those steps were built by a crew of local volunteers led by Ken Bouchard, a retired gentleman who has cleared many miles of walking trails in the hills around Wakefield.
We return to our cars and get water bottles and light jackets and, of course, our cameras, and take another path from the park. It leads, in a minute or two, to the thrilling sight of the red covered bridge up-close. We linger here to enjoy the flower gardens and plaques telling of the unique way this covered bridge was built in the years leading up to its opening in 1997. We also take time to get good pictures of the bridge and of delightful river scenes viewed from the bridge. And, we study the intricate wooden structure from inside and marvel that it was local volunteers who organized the building of this cathedral-like replacement for the first bridge that was so vital to early settlers in the development of this part of the valley.
We exit onto Gendron road, the name of the first covered bridge. According to local historian Ray Daly, this road was not immediately available to connect the bridge to the village, and was built in a hurry after the bridge was completed in 1915, running through the farm of pioneer William Fairbairn who constructed the house we admired back at the park. After passing a large new condominium complex on the right, also built on Mr. Fairbairn’s original farmland, we come to Sully Road on the left, so named for the large sawmill business operated by Bernard Sully on the west side of this road in the early 1900s. In its day this mill was a mainstay in the village economy.
After a five-minute walk on the still sparsely populated Sully road we come to the old CPR railway bed, constructed in the early 1890s. The railway bed remains here as a footpath after the rails were removed all along the line from here to Maniwaki. They were lifted a few years after both passenger service and freight service ended in the 1950s and 1980s, respectively.
Here we are privileged to be joined by friend and historian Norma Geggie, the author of many books on the heritage of the Gatineau Valley. She accompanies us for the rest of our walk through the centre of the village.
We turn left, heading south, and follow along the old railway footpath. Soon after, we find tracks still in place, reserved for the use of the tourist steam train that runs from its Hull station to Wakefield in fine-weather months. A few steps further along we reach the big turntable where the steam engine is rotated by hand and shunted to the opposite end of the train for the return trip to the city. This is also the site of Wakefield’s first railway station, built around 1890. There is a small railway park here and we rest awhile before exploring the more populated part of the main street. While here, we are thrilled to see the steam train arriving, so we stay to watch the engine get balanced and turned around on the turntable.
Resuming our tour past the Wakefield General store on the left we see some of the oldest houses in the village, the first being the home of early grocers, the Morrison family, and the second one an 1830s landmark owned by a series of the earliest doctors in Wakefield township; both houses are now covered by white vinyl siding. We speculate about what’s under that siding, and likely a layer of clapboards too. Directly across the street from this house is a larger, more ornate and modern doctor’s house, built in 1896, now operating as “Les Trois Erables,” a bed and breakfast.
Across the street on the river's edge is a restaurant called Le Pot au feu, housed in the second railway station, built in 1929 to replace the one once located at the turntable.
We walk along the river now, through scenic Geggie Park, named for the Geggie family of four doctors who in 1952 founded the Gatineau Memorial, the area’s first hospital, located across from the park. We cross the street and onto the bridge over the La Pêche River where it feeds into the Gatineau.
On the bridge we have a good look at the Manor House on the right, built by the enterprising MacLaren family in the 1860s, later housing the hospital from 1952 to 1996. The old house now has a large new wing at the back and is serving as a seniors’ residence.
Still on the bridge, we look further upstream towards the La Pêche waterfalls where William Fairbairn built the area’s first grist mill in 1838. Unfortunately, we can’t see the falls and the old mill from here. Norma points out that the grave of Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson, winner of the Nobel Prize for Peace, is located on the hill behind the mill and draws many visitors to the MacLaren Cemetery and memorial site there. We decide these places are on our list for another visit.
As we continue our walk towards the Mill road intersection, Norma comments that this corner is a very historic spot, being the place where much of the community’s early commerce took place. The new village centre here is built on the site of the multi-purpose MacLaren department store that burned down in 1941. On the other corner is the Black Sheep Inn, originally the busy Temperance Hotel owned and operated by Wakefield township’s first mayor, Seth Cates, in the 1860s and 1870s. The hotel was re-built as the Chateau Diotte, later re-named Chateau Pearson. It has always been a popular venue for the latest musical acts and dances, and today the top bands still love to come here.
As we walk along Norma tells us of the buildings in the early business section along this streetscape that were razed in the village fire of 1904:
“South of the red brick church we see ahead of us, there was the Thomas hotel, the Presbyterian church, which stood on the same foundation as this United Church, and four other residences and businesses adjoining the Thomas hotel. Also, across the street, Pattersons's general store and residence, stables with horses -- all perished in the inferno. There was no fire-fighting service available then and residents tried without success to fight the fire by bucket brigade. Over the years the buildings along this strip were restored, and the general store and residence re-built on the water's edge, just as we see them today. The church was rebuilt in 1905, becoming the United Church at church union in 1925.
“Looking south, the destruction extended as far as the small house with gingerbread trim we see ahead. At the time, it was the leather workshop of harness-maker William Poole who lived in the house directly to the north. He gave land for the Methodist church erected next door to his home. It, too, was destroyed by fire, in the 1950s. The building erected on its foundation has housed the village post office, an art gallery and other businesses, but is now a convenience store, as we will see.
“The grouping of businesses in the next two-storey building with striped window awnings have replaced what was a hotel in various forms for over 100 years, run initially by Foster Earle, a member of the large Earle family, prominent in the community for several generations. The grey-coloured building on the corner of Valley Drive just ahead was built in 1870 and served as a farm machinery outlet, hardware and plumbing store for another Earle family. The second floor was devoted to a hall where council meetings and elections were held in the late 1880s, as well as a theatre for magic lantern and film showings. Since those days, it has served many purposes. As we will see, today it houses an Irish-style pub, a gift shop and studios for artists.”
All of us on the tour have been completely enthralled by the trip through history that Norma Geggie has given us, and suddenly realize that it is past noon and we have reached the end of our walk for today. We decide to have lunch in the heritage house on the opposite corner in front of us. It was constructed in the 1880s as an Earle family residence, and was sold out of the family one hundred years later as a restaurant. Today’s cafe still bears the Earle name.
Over lunch with Norma, we learn that Wakefield has more fascinating historic places that we have not had time to visit today. We are all eager to come back another day and see the points of interest we have missed. | travel |
https://chreporter.com/what-happens-if-you-put-a-vape-in-checked-luggage/ | 2024-04-17T06:24:06 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817144.49/warc/CC-MAIN-20240417044411-20240417074411-00591.warc.gz | 0.90666 | 728 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__199443717 | en | Air travel regulations are crucial to ensuring the safety and security of passengers. If you’re a vaper planning to travel with your vape device, it’s essential to understand the rules surrounding the transportation of vaping devices. In this article, we will delve into the details of what happens if you put a vape in checked luggage and provide you with valuable information to make your travel experience hassle-free, whether you’re flying to or from Chicago.
What happens if you put a vape in checked luggage: Understanding the Rules
When it comes to traveling with vape devices, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the regulations imposed by airlines and aviation authorities. Let’s address some commonly asked questions to shed light on this topic:
Is it allowed to pack a vape in checked luggage?
Transporting a vape device in checked luggage is generally allowed by most airlines and aviation authorities. However, it’s essential to adhere to certain guidelines to ensure compliance and safety. Always check with your specific airline, including those operating in or out of Chicago, and refer to their policies regarding electronic devices.
How should you pack a vape device in checked luggage?
To pack a vape device safely in your checked luggage, it’s recommended to follow these steps:
- Remove the batteries: Take out the batteries from your vape device and store them in a separate case to prevent accidental activation or damage.
- Empty the tank: Empty the tank of any e-liquid before packing. This helps prevent leakage and potential damage to your belongings.
- Store in a protective case: Place the vape device and its components in a sturdy and secure case to protect them from potential damage during transit.
Are there any restrictions on carrying e-liquids?
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) imposes restrictions on carrying e-liquids in carry-on luggage. E-liquids should be packed in containers of 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) or less and placed in a clear, quart-sized bag. Remember to comply with these guidelines to avoid any issues during security checks.
Safety Considerations and Precautions
While traveling with a vape device, it’s crucial to prioritize safety. Here are a few important tips to keep in mind:
- Check airline regulations: Each airline, including those serving the Chicago area, may have specific rules regarding the transportation of vape devices. Familiarize yourself with their guidelines to ensure a smooth travel experience.
- Carry essential documents: Keep any necessary documentation with you, such as proof of age or prescriptions for medical vaporizers, in case they are required.
- Research your destination: Some countries have stringent regulations on vaping and the use of e-cigarettes. Before traveling, research the local laws and regulations regarding vaping in your destination, including Chicago, to stay informed and compliant.
It is generally allowed to pack a vape device in checked luggage when flying to or from Chicago, but it’s crucial to follow specific guidelines to ensure compliance and safety. Remove the batteries, empty the tank, and pack the device in a protective case to prevent damage during transit. Additionally, be aware of restrictions on carrying e-liquids in your carry-on luggage and comply with TSA regulations.
Remember to check the policies of your specific airline and destination, including any relevant regulations specific to Chicago, to stay informed about any changes or additional requirements. By adhering to the rules and taking necessary precautions, you can enjoy a hassle-free journey while traveling with your vape device. Safe travels! | travel |
https://hub.yellowstonepark.com/yellowstone-trip-planner?utm_source=footer | 2023-06-04T05:12:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224649439.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20230604025306-20230604055306-00349.warc.gz | 0.902609 | 356 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__207674136 | en | Download our free stunning Yellowstone Trip Planner filled with an inspiring itinerary, gorgeous photographs, a park map and everything you need to plan your dream vacation. Order this insider’s guide to Yellowstone today to get tips on how to get there, what to do and where to stay.
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https://lmyriad.com/category/pet-friendly-accomodation/ | 2023-05-30T21:23:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224646144.69/warc/CC-MAIN-20230530194919-20230530224919-00209.warc.gz | 0.972487 | 736 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__226647091 | en | “I love Bexhill because of its unique charm. It is a beautiful, interesting but quiet little town, but also has a great community that gets together and puts on fantastic events that make the town buzz, the Roaring 20’s Day or the Festival of the Sea for example,” said Jenny.
Jenny, Justin and their gorgeous daughter Grace, are the proprietors of Eve’s Bed & Breakfast, a second generation family business. Their beautiful red brick Victorian home is nestled into the picturesque, historic seaside town of Bexhill-on-Sea in the UK.
“Being in the B&B business I meet so many amazing people. I love chatting with my guests over breakfast and finding out about their lives. My favourite thing is when you figure out that you have something in common with a guest, several times I have discovered that I had someone in common with a guest, or we had done the same thing on the other side of the world for example. It’s a small world,” smiled Jenny.
Eve’s is a cosy, home from home, where Jenny makes you feel as if you are visiting a friend’s house. Her attention to detail, from stylish breakfast crockery, delicately scented toiletries, tea and coffee facilities in your room, and Jenny’s warm, friendly personality made it a very memorable place to stay.
Our room was bright, plush, and like the rest of the house, was tastefully decorated in a way that complements the period of the house. After a peaceful nights sleep in extremely comfortable beds, and a hot shower with soft white towels, the scenic beauty of our surroundings unfolded as the sun rose, where from my room, beyond a manicured garden, I could see the sun sparkling on the sea.
Justin is coelaic, so special bread, separate butter, even sausages were available for breakfast for me. So after a delicious fresh fruit salad of watermelon and blueberries, a full English for my brother, eggs and tomatoes for me, we chatted with Jenny.
The business was set up and run by Eve, Justin’s mum in 2004, until she retired and Jenny and Justin took the reins as hosts in 2012. Jenny has a degree in Hospitality Management and trained at The Grand Hotel, a five star hotel in Brighton and Justin has a background in customer orientated roles.
While chatting and lingering over our coffee, I suddenly became aware of something pressing against my leg, when I looked down to my delight, I saw Ralphy the Parsons Terrier who was looking for some attention. Korky their black and white cat had also made a brief appearance the night before, they must have known we were pet lovers, my brother having a Malamute and I a West Highland Terrier and a cat.
“We allow dogs here as there is access to the back garden in our ground floor room, and there are not many places around that allow them. It is lovely to meet so many gorgeous doggies! My daughter just loves dogs as well!”
An Edwardian town, we managed to catch a brief glimpse of the elegant promenade that stretches for two miles, where Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco buildings adorn the sea front.
Though we were there for a family bereavement for a dear Uncle, Eve’s and Bexhill-on-Sea left an enduring impression.
Eve’s Bed & Breakfast | travel |
http://md-hotel-pius-hof-ingolstadt.booked.net/ | 2018-06-18T07:16:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-26/segments/1529267860089.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20180618070542-20180618090542-00417.warc.gz | 0.920306 | 299 | CC-MAIN-2018-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-26__0__43437976 | en | Md-Hotel Pius Hof is a fine option to stay in Ingolstadt. Founded in 1978, the hotel underwent a renovation in 2007.
Many Ingolstadt sights, including Saturn-Arena are about 30 minutes' walk from the property. The city center lies within 3 km from the venue.
A theater, a church and a museum are set within walking distance.
Md-Hotel Pius Hof is located within a 60-minute drive from Augsburg - Muehlhausen airport.
This hotel comprises of soundproof rooms including family flat, double room and family room with such comforts as climate control, central heating, a laptop-compatible safe, a balcony and a dining area. Guests can make use of a shower, a hairdryer and guest toiletries.
Eat & Drink
Breakfast is served in the restaurant each morning. The terrace restaurant provides special meals.
The hotel offers a safe deposit box, an elevator and a garage and such services as 24-hour reception, medical service and laundry.
Guests will enjoy using a steam room, a solarium and a hot tub available on site. A gym and gymnastics classes are provided on-site.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Private parking is possible on site for free.
Year renovated: 2007.
Number of rooms: 50.
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http://zaostrog-danica.com/en/vila-danica-3 | 2023-03-25T08:06:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296945317.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20230325064253-20230325094253-00614.warc.gz | 0.95625 | 136 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__178299468 | en | Villa Danica is located on the sea front in the center of Zaostrog at the memorial park and pier for small boats. It is surrounded by numerous terraces and garden with rich Mediterranean vegetation. Just twenty meters separates it from the main beach. Behind the villa is a botanical garden of the Franciscan monastery from the 14th century. In the immediate vicinity there are other beautiful beaches that stretch across the entire town. Also in close proximity are all necessary facilities such as post offices, shops, markets, kiosks with newspapers, etc. Not far away is sports facilities and other entertainment facilities. All guests have free parking and Internet. | travel |
http://www.velocos.ch/letsgo/ | 2020-07-05T03:29:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593655886865.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20200705023910-20200705053910-00110.warc.gz | 0.93075 | 1,534 | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-29__0__209329589 | en | About a year ago, in late autumn 2017 and after 13 years of cycling through 65 countries the circle finally closed when we rolled back over the Jura into Switzerland. We covered 101,024 kilometers with the same great bicycles and sailed 18000 nautical miles (around 20000 miles) on board off different ships. We covered the entire distance overland and overseas, without boarding an airplane!
It is time to bring you dear friends and interested parties back to the latest state. Here is a short summary of our journey through the American and African continents.
In spring 2009, after 5 interesting and intensive years in the saddle and throughout many Asia countries, we left the biggest continent Asia. In the huge harbor of Busan in South Korea, the bicycles are loaded by crane into the belly of a huge container ship. The Freighter brings us in two weeks over the northern Pacific to Mexico. On the huge cargo ship we first get to know the captain and the whole crew. We are the only passengers and are treated like VIPs. In addition to a great barbecue, even a ping pong tournament and fun karaoke evenings are organized.
In Canada, we run out of money, but we do not want to go home yet, so we knock on doors at different farm in southwestern Canada and actually find quite easy work. We harvest tons of fruit and vegetables, paint facades, renovate buildings, bundle wood, do gardening and much more. This will allow us to finance the ride on our bicycles through the whole American continent.
On the way we experience an incredible and warm hospitality especially in North America and Mexico and often we are invited by locals directly from the road to their home. This created wonderful friendships that have survived to this day. This moral support always gives us the motivation to keep on traveling.
We enjoy the colorful, loud and vibrant Central America with its diverse flora and fauna sandwiched between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea.
In South America we do not follow the Panamericana road along the Pacific coast but choose the more strenuous Andean route through the mountains. We climb with our 70kg heavy bikes almost daily 1000-1500 vertical meters up the hill followed by a very long breakneck descents into the next valley and often followed by wild and aggressive dogs. We usually stay in small villages and often walk to remote ruins, hardly visited by tourists.
In the Altiplano in the highlands of Bolivia we cycle over the Salar de Coipasa and the Salar de Uyuni, the largest salt desert in the world. It follows the arduous but breathtaking lagoon route, known for its colorful lagoons, flamingos and the bubbling geyser field Sol de Manana which lies at just under 5000 meters above sea level. In 10 days we pushing a lot through sand and gravel and arrive at San Pedro de Atacames in Chile, which lies on the edge of the Atacama desert, the driest desert on earth. Across the Paso Sico we passing salt lakes, extinct volcanoes and an incomparable moonscape. Christmas 2013 we arrive in Salta, Argentina.
In the grandiose expanse of Patagonia, also called Tierra del Fuego, we brave the steady, strong blowing wind. We meet friendly gauchos, see huge and still growing glaciers and set up our tent close to a very communicative king penguin colony.
We need three years to travel from Alaska to Patagonia to the southern tip of Argentina and Chile. For our exertions we get rewarded with breathtaking scenery and unforgettable encounters with friendly and hospitable people.
We leave the American continent
After an entertaining drive through Uruguay and the south of Brazil, in December 2014, at the Santos harbor we store our bicycles for the second time in a 360-meter-long container ship. In 10 days the huge ship brings us across the whole Atlantic Ocean to South Africa.
We go ashore in Africa
Once on the African continent, we cycle along rugged coastlines through southern Africa.
We cross hot, dusty deserts, barren primeval landscapes and climb huge sand dunes.
On an exciting trip, we’re lucky and see snakes and scorpions, even geckos and chameleons. Along the way we meet many friendly and helpful locals and feel welcome by their warm smile.
In South and East Africa, we visit numerous nature parks and get to see many wildlife in various safaris. In the Okavango Delta in the north of Botswana and the world’s largest inland delta, we take a seat in a rickety dugout and explore on foot with a knowledgeable local guide the varied landscape.
Impressive are also the spontaneous encounters on the way on the bicycle where we espy elephants, zebras, giraffes, buffalos, springboks and warthogs. Our pulse goes faster as we recognize a lion’s pack in the tall grass that naps near the road in the midday heat.
In Malawi and Tanzania we load our bicycles and and all the luggage on a old-fashioned passenger ferries and cruise comfortably over the Malawi lake and the crystal clear Tanganyika lake.
At extremely hot temperatures of up to 45 ° Celsius, we cross the remote Kenya / Ethiopia border area. On sandy flats we encounter the endangered Turkana tribes and visit in the south of Ethiopia some of the colorful markets where the native peoples regularly meet and trade.
In the Sudan we camp right next to pyramids that are more than 2,000 years old. We arrive in Egypt with another ship across Lake Nasser. For safety reasons, we are often escorted by police in the fertile Nile Valley and the high contrast Sinai Peninsula, as the government is concerned about the safety of tourists.
In Israel, we pedal through the dry Negev desert and camp under a sky with millions of stars. We continue cycling to the Dead Sea, which is 400 meters below sea level and thus the lowest point of the earth.
After an interesting visit to the holy city of Jerusalem, the old city is divided into Muslim, Jewish, Christian and Armenian quarters and the many warm invitations from locals, we continue to cycle to the Mediterranean sea.
Over the Mediterranean sea back to Europe
A bit wistful, we say goodbye to the African continent and load the bicycles in the port of Ashdod on a cargo ship that brings us across the Mediterranean to the south of Italy. This is followed by a varied drive across the Apennines, before we once again load our bikes on a car ferry that transfers to Greece.
The last stage takes us through the hilly Balkan, from Macedonia to Slovenia. We get to know a new region in Europe and experiencing incredible warmth of the local people. At the end we pedal through the densely populated and culturally exciting northern Italy and cross the beautiful French Alps and the Jura.
In the late autumn of 2017, after 2 years and 19 000 kilometers of exhausting kilometers through the African continent and the Balkans, we return to Switzerland, where everything started on May 16, 2004.
13 years we had the luck and the privilege to meet many interesting countries with different cultures and traditions. 13 years of adventure and freedom where we saw breathtaking landscapes, flora and fauna. But above all, we met countless warm, lovable, helpful and hospitable people along our long way. Without these people, we would never have got that far and we are very grateful for that. | travel |
https://tranquilitee.co/products/the-meads-bay-tee | 2020-04-04T13:51:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-16/segments/1585370524043.56/warc/CC-MAIN-20200404134723-20200404164723-00167.warc.gz | 0.824704 | 165 | CC-MAIN-2020-16 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-16__0__30149156 | en | The Meads Bay Tee
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- Soothingly-soft 100% cotton tee.
- Hand-painted watercolor of Meads Bay.
- Pigment dyed, with extra softeners for a year-round beachy look & feel.
- Machine wash cold (delicate cycle). Tumble dry low. Do not bleach.
- Designed in Anguilla. Made in California, USA.
- Scroll down for a video of The Meads Bay Tee & the moment that inspired it. | travel |
http://www.penttours.com/clients-comments-1 | 2019-10-21T20:20:38 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570987787444.85/warc/CC-MAIN-20191021194506-20191021222006-00545.warc.gz | 0.982202 | 2,355 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__220231215 | en | What I like best about Pancho is his knowledge, passion, and concern about the birds of his home country. He wants everyone to see these beautiful gems so that they will care about them as much as he does. He has a laid back personality and is easy to be around. He answers every question. I found him to be highly skilled at getting around the country and he knows the place like the native that he is. When he guided us he would always go above and beyond the call of duty to ensure that we would see a particular species of birds. Pancho is very dedicated, sweet, and knowledgeable about Ecuador and its birdlife.
Laura Stump, Colorado
Our birding trip to Ecuador was very successful. Our guide was Pancho Enrìquez. Ecuador is beautiful, birds are plentiful and quite varied and Pancho was an excellent guide. He knows the country, the birds and their calls and songs, and is a complete professional. We felt very comfortable with him from the very first day of our trip. We can recommend Pancho to anybody who wishes to go birding in Ecuador."
Simon and Cecilia Calle
Highland Beach, Florida
Just wanted to thank you for the wonderful time we had birding with Pancho in Ecuador. Everything went smoothly and we were very impressed
with Pancho's guiding. He was quick to respond to bird calls withimitations or with his ipod to coax the birds out and his use of the
laser pointer was a big help in getting us on the birds. He is skilled, patient and fun to be with both in the field and at the dinner table.
Our six days on the eastern slope netted 132 new lifers which was impressive given this was our third trip to South America. We lovedEcuador and can't wait to come back!
Anyone planning a trip to Ecuador with Pancho will not be disappointed. As a novice birder, I went to Ecuador with very modest plans of adding a few birds to my life list. What an understatement! It is a country filled with friendly people and beautiful landscapes. I traveled alone and was never the least bit nervous. And did I mention the birds. Unbelievable. Pancho could tell what everything flying, growing, running or singing was. Saw some very rare endemic birds. Won't bore you with a list. I don't type that fast. The days were filled with adventure. Everything was very well organized and thoughtfully prepared. Never a dull moment. Am planning another trip as soon possible, can't wait. I have stayed all over the world and never had a trip like this one. What a wonderous place that is teaming with all things living."
Lora Robinson, Texas
“Everything" was great. 241 lifers! Over 500 spp. seen, many of them very special endemics. …Manu was fantastic but not long enough. Very many thanks for the great organisation!...We can’t thank Pancho andenough for the really great trip [to Peru]! We were really happy with the trip and cannot praise Pancho too highly! We'll be back!” 21 April – 6 May 2006, S&TB, Queensland, Australia
“Met all our expectations and then soared way beyond them! Pancho was patient and marvelous with us S.A. rookies. Everything was new and exciting and when we trudged home in the evening we were greeted with care and great food. Thank you. “ 1 April 2006, NZ, South Africa.
I just wanted to thank you for arranging Terry's and my tour in Ecuador last month. All accommodations, meals and service were wonderful!...Also, Pancho was an excellent guide and good company. In fact, all the people we met were very pleasant and helpful. … The Mindo valley is a very special place and we would love to return some day.” 16-26 February 2006, KCS, Kansas City, MO, USA
Just a note to say thank you for organising our recent trip, the second leg went with clockwork precision down to La Selva and back. You might want to know we eventually saw 515 different species over the 3 weeks.This breaks down to 337 on the Mindo leg with Pancho, a further 160 down in La Selva where we had the excellent Jose guiding us…The balance we saw ourselves back in Quito/Pichincha…The highlight was the very last bird of the holiday…the Andean Condor. Other highlights were the Violet Bellied Hummingbird, whose alternate name is Julie's Hummingbird, she was pleased with that ! We got 3 Amazonian Umbrellabirds on Rio Napo and I was pleased at last to see Sunbittern on Rio Nambillo…, also Sungrebe at La Selva and the Limpkin at Rio Palenque. With 38 new hummingbirds and 48 new tanagers I was pleased to just top my life list out at 3002 birds on the trip. Thanks again to Pancho who was an excellent guide..” 8-27 October, B&JK, UK
We had a fine trip (read more than fine..:-) ). Everything was well organized and with Pancho and Jorge we got along really well. Only complaints were in some places that the rooms were so big that you could get lost in them... With birds this trip was a huge success. We managed to see and hear + 660 species... It was my fourth visit to Ecuador and I still managed to see about 25 lifers and extended my Ecuador list to 1060 +. We had a lot of good sightings...Gareno was a really nice place. We had fantastic views of Rufous Potoo (there was also Nocturnal Curassows howling - while we were at sleep) and the general birding was really nice for example stunning views of singing Dugand's antwren..." 21 July - 7 August, 2005, TS, Helsinki, Finland
“Pancho is super fantastic! He made sure that I saw the birds. He is a very dedicated and knowledgeable person. I had a wonderful time in Ecuador, and enjoyed visiting with you. I'll be back! A final tally shows that I saw 191 new species plus the San Isidro Owl... The total number of species have not been counted as of yet….Had a wonderful time. Thank you very much.” 10-27 April 2005, RD, Niceville, Florida USA.
If you're looking for a birding guide in Ecuador, Pancho is your man. Francisco "Pancho" Enriquez is a native Ecuadorian with more than 15 years as a professional birding guide and speaks English fluently. He possesses a deep knowledge of the birds of Ecuador, Colombia and Peru including their vocalizations, behaviors and distribution, which means you will see a lot of birds! For our nine-day trip, we experienced seven distinct micro climates on both sides of the Andes ranging from humid forest at 400 meters to Andean paramo at nearly 4,000 meters. He arranged for us to visit several private properties including a 7,000 hectare forest with a breathtaking waterfall. Best of all, he selected lodging that was convenient and served up delicious local meals. A skilled photographer himself, Pancho made sure to include many opportunities for our group to focus on photographing birds as well. Thanks to Pancho, we had the trip of a lifetime and I would strongly recommend him to any group, large or small.
Myself and two close friends spent nine days with Francisco ‘Pancho’ Enriquez in February 2016 on a tour of the Western and Eastern Andes of Ecuador. Finding Pancho as our companion and guide was fortunate indeed, and ensured we had a fantastic trip (and saw a great many birds). Pancho’s hard work, excellent english, great sense of humor, and superb knowledge of the birdlife and where to find them is combined with a genuine desire to make sure we all had the best of experiences. I have no hesitation in strongly recommending Pancho to any individual or group large or small, to ensure you have a superb trip Birding or for Bird Photography anywhere in Ecuador. We are looking forward to our next trip with Pancho in the near future.
Chatham, New Jersey
I wanted to thank you for all of your service during our very recent and incredibly enjoyable trip to Ecuador. My brother and I were introduced to Pancho by a birding buddy of my brother which started our communication process with Pancho starting in early April of this year. Pancho was extremely responsive to our long list of questions as we began to plan our birding and eco-tour trip to Ecuador. He gave us very precise input and suggested a variety of ideas as we continued to develop our goals and itinerary throughout this summer.
Upon our arrival to Quito, we had decided to spend one day birding and looking for a Spectacled Bear in the Antisana Ecological Reserve prior to our departure for Sani Lodge in the Amazon basin. Pancho promptly picked us up at our small hotel near Quito Airport and we had a fabulous day. Pancho organized the day extremely well and showed us he has a great ear for identifying the high Andean birds and knew exactly where to look for our target specialities.
We had previously decided to not use an outside guide for the Sani Lodge leg of our trip which I now regret. Although we had a great time at Sani Lodge and saw great birds and enjoyed the entire experience immensely we missed some of the possibilities at Sani because we just did not know what the options were and communications were somewhat challenging. Pancho could have managed our 5 days there more productively had we hired him for this portion of our trip.
We spent a few days in the Mindo area on our own and then had booked Pancho to take us to the eastern slope of the Andes. Pancho quite seamlessly arranged for all of our accommodations and food options at Guango Lodge and Cabanas de San Isidro. We birded four days with Pancho which were outstanding and we enjoyed Panchos very professional approach but his easy going style was appreciated and worked well with the varied birding experience within our small group.
At the end of our eastern Andean stay, Pancho took me on an amazingly adventurous 17 hour day down into the upper Amazonian basin which yielded a dozen or so deep rainforest birds and a immature Harpy Eagle. Pancho used his intimate knowledge and experience with some of the complex inner-workings of the access process to this unique environment. A truly memorable and enjoyable day which Panco worked extremely hard to facilitate.
Overall, I would rate Pancho (Francisco Enriquez) very highly in all facets of his service. His planning, knowledge of the birding sites, logistical and operational experience allowed us to singularly focus on our birding and enjoyment of Ecuador's' stunning biodiversity. His birding acumen and his obvious enjoyment of his profession were very much appreciated. Additionally he has good photographic skills which as a relative beginner photographer his advice was greatly appreciated. I would highly recommend Pancho's very professional services to any birder.
Denver, Colorado -USA | travel |
https://triveloseries.com/bike-day-camps-denver | 2024-04-17T19:52:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817171.53/warc/CC-MAIN-20240417173445-20240417203445-00726.warc.gz | 0.925552 | 481 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__89719488 | en | Campers will experience the thrill and the fun of life on two wheels. We explore local trails, cultivate a love for cycling at the same time as working on safety and bike handling skills.
Denver has great bike trails that can take the kids on wonderful adventures - Confluence Park; Museums; Ice Cream; Cherry Creek Reservoir via the Greenwood Village Mountain Bike Trail ; Ruby Hill Bike Park, Barnum Mountain Bike Park; and many other fun places! It is a blast exploring on two wheels.
Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Location: Good Turn Cycles, 1401 Zuni St, Denver
Age: 9 - 14 (and must meet requirements below)
Registration: $200 for 3 day; $300 for 5 day
Provided with Registration:
Not Provided with Registration:
It will be casual ride working on riding as a group with a stop at the Barnum Trestle Bike Skills Park . After Barnum we will head to Ruby Hill Bike Park. Both parks have offerings for beginners to advanced.
A nice easy ride along the Platte River Trail towards Confluence Park and beyond. This ride is a chance to see how everyone rides as a group and to test some bike skills. There will be a chance to wade in the water at Confluence Park.
The Day 3 ride will cover riding on both trails and some of Denver's designated bike lanes on city streets. It is important to learn critical safety skills on the bike. A stop at City Park to switch to the pedals of a swam boat and lunch!
Today is a long ride. We will travel on the Cherry Creek Bike Path to the Village Green Mountain Bike Skills Park. We will only travel one way and have parents pick-up at Village Green so we have more time at the bike park!
Routes are subject to change for various reasons such as weather; muddy trails closing bike parks; level of ability, and mechanical issues, We stay together as a group and have a car on standby. The goal is to have fun, learn skills, challenge the campers, and be safe!
- 2021 Camper -12 years old | travel |
http://wearemadeofdreamsandbones.blogspot.com/2009/01/our-final-stop.html | 2018-07-17T03:22:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676589557.39/warc/CC-MAIN-20180717031623-20180717051623-00262.warc.gz | 0.971147 | 211 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__198483937 | en | Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Our Final Stop
We rounded out our Southern Sleigh Ride, with a stop to visit my in-laws, who celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary last August, in Signal Mountain, TN. Should you ever find yourself in the Chattanooga area, I can highly recommend the Old Towne Bed and Breakfast. I have spent a good part of this journey waxing poetic about things southern ... just let me say, this B&B hits all the high notes of hospitality, comfort and flavor. Earl's breakfasts are WONDERFUL, and we had our breakfast served just outside our room on at a table for two.From there we were off to Bath County, VA to enjoy the riches of the Virginia countryside along the banks of the Cowpasture River. I t has become something of a winter tradition to bring out the Highland County leg of lamb for the event. It was as local a meal as you could imagine in the dead of winter that included some parsnips from the Walatoola garden. | travel |
https://ferry2.app/ja/port/motril | 2024-04-13T23:24:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816853.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20240413211215-20240414001215-00369.warc.gz | 0.958587 | 376 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__68968110 | en | The Spanish province of Grenada, along the Mediterranean coast, is home to the relatively small port city of Motril. It is a beautiful resort where the sun shines almost all year round (average – 320 days). The town offers a harmonious blend of traditional and modern living, offering something for practically every traveller.
The hospitality of the local people in Motrila creates a wonderful atmosphere and makes one feel at home. Of particular note is the town's port, which is part of the group Puerto de Intesa del Estado (ports of general interest in the state).
It was built more than 100 years ago, but has received its current form relatively recently. The port plays a key role in the cargo and passenger turnover of the region. For the comfort of tourists it has been equipped with a large number of marinas for small yachts and cruise ships. Once you arrive at the port, you can quickly reach the center of the city and its key attractions by bus, cab, rental car.
You can also get to the city center and its key attractions by bus, cab, rented car.
From Motril, ships depart mainly for the port of Melilla – another resort town in Spain on the African coast. There are up to 4 departures per week. They are offered by two major organizations:
It is possible to get to Motril by sea from most of the other major ports in Spain. There are no airports in the town, but the nearest one is in Málaga – you can get there by bus, train or cab.
Find out the ferry timetable of the port of Motril and book your ferry ticket in advance on our website.
You can also check the ferry timetable of the port of Motril and book your preferred flight in advance.
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http://amaris-hotel-simpang-lima-semarang.booked.net/ | 2017-08-20T20:48:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-34/segments/1502886106990.33/warc/CC-MAIN-20170820204359-20170820224359-00042.warc.gz | 0.893441 | 265 | CC-MAIN-2017-34 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-34__0__28121391 | en | Amaris Hotel Simpang Lima is a 2-star property situated about 1.7 km from Gereja Blenduk, Gereja Santa Perawan Maria Ratu Rosario Suci Randusari and Pagoda Avalokitesvara.
The city center is about 30 minutes on foot. Thanks to a port nearby, the hotel is well connected with other parts of Semarang.
The hotel offers easy access to a mall and a market.
Guests can reach Amaris Hotel Simpang Lima by car from Achmad Yani airport in 10 minutes.
Rooms of Amaris Hotel Simpang Lima are appointed with an individual safe, climate control, a closet, flat-screen TV and a minibar. Some rooms overlook the garden. Bathrooms are fitted with a hairdryer, a shower and free toiletries.
Eat & Drink
Every day a complimentary breakfast is served in the dining room. Guests can eat at Gudeg Abimanyu and Blue Lotus Coffee House, situated within a 5-minute walk of the venue.
The on-site comforts include a safety deposit box, a baggage storage and free self parking.
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Free public parking is possible on site. | travel |
https://n-ewn.org/location/ | 2024-02-21T21:23:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473558.16/warc/CC-MAIN-20240221202132-20240221232132-00610.warc.gz | 0.936882 | 659 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__111458781 | en | Learn more about our venue, the Hyatt Place St. Augustine / Vilano Beach, as well as suggestions for your trip to St. Augustine.
Planning your visit
The Hyatt Place St. Augustine / Vilano Beach Hotel is located at 117 Vilano Road, St. Augustine, FL 32084
We highly encourage reserving hotel rooms at our venue, the Hyatt Place St. Augustine / Vilano Beach. Our contracted rates are currently lower than regular rates at neighboring hotels. The group rate is $169 + tax for regular rooms and $189 + tax for rooms with balconies. Free hot breakfast is included, and the hotel is one block from the beach.
The room block is open now through April 21, 2024, but is very likely to sell out sooner. You can change or cancel your reservation up to 3 days before the first night with no fees. Block rates are valid through Thursday night, May 23. Regular weekend rates apply starting Friday night, May 24, if you decide to extend your stay.
Nearby options include the Hampton Inn and the Holiday Inn Express. Official regular rates and government rates (as of February 2, subject to change) are the Hampton Inn & Suites St. Augustine-Vilano Beach next door to the Hyatt ($231 + tax / $148 + tax US govt rate), or the Holiday Inn Express across the street ($226 + tax / $139 + tax US govt rate).
Know where to go.
Click below to view a map of the event space, and reference our full program to see where each event and session is located throughout the Symposium.
Coffee breaks and lunches will be provided at the Symposium, but there are no formal dinner plans. We encourage you to make your own plans with friends and colleagues!
All work and no play? Not us. Sign up for a field trip to get to know your fellow N-EWN members while exploring the St. Augustine Area.
about st. augustine
The Symposium will be held in one of the oldest cities in the U.S., with a fascinating history. Learn more from one of our Bronze Sponsors, St. Augustine Ponte Vedra.
A Publix grocery store and several casual dining spots are located right across the street from the hotel, including a Chinese fast food spot and Surfside Kitchen. Pesca offers a sit-down restaurant space and the rooftop bar at the Hyatt Place. Two other spots within walking distance are Vilano Grill 180 and Beaches at Vilano. You can find several more seafood-focused spots within about 3 miles (Hyatt has some listed here), and if you are willing to drive further, you’ll find many more options of all types in the St. Augustine area!
CONTACT THE PLANNING COMMITTEE
Questions? Contact Sharlynn Sweeney,, Research Coordinator at UF Center for Coastal Solutions, to get in touch with the Planning Committee.
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Connect with our accounts on Twitter/X, Instagram, and Threads at @network4ewn. | travel |
https://kidsinfocus.org/forms/call-for-mentors-true-north/ | 2023-05-27T23:02:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224643388.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20230527223515-20230528013515-00542.warc.gz | 0.935069 | 315 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__237556955 | en | We’re looking for 8-10 mentors to join us for a day of fun and adventure with 25 to 30 foster kids! We’ll board a bus at 9am to head to the magnificent Tonto Natural Bridge where we’ll explore and photograph around the beautiful area, including hiking down to the base of the bridge to see the waterfall up close. We’ll enjoy a catered lunch under the ramada at the park. The bus becomes the classroom as we prepare the kids on the drive up and go through their image-files on the drive back. We will return at 5pm, in time for you to enjoy your Saturday night. These True North trips are a wonderful experience for all! Learn more about Tonto Natural Bridge here: https://azstateparks.com/tonto
Small breakfast sandwiches, a catered lunch, and waters will be provided. If you have any food allergies or restrictions, please let us know in the comment box. You are welcome to bring anything additional you’d like. Each mentor is asked to help out with small tasks throughout the day, such as helping distribute food, backpacks, and cameras, helping with games and role-call on the bus, etc.
Encanto Park Parking Lot near Amp Island and the former Enchanted Island Amusement Park
1218 W Encanto Blvd
Phoenix, AZ 85007
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http://www.bobwoodsontheroadagain.com/ | 2015-04-21T20:59:15 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-18/segments/1429246643283.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20150417045723-00276-ip-10-235-10-82.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.92941 | 125 | CC-MAIN-2015-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-18__0__63156339 | en | Our Travel Club exists to help seniors enjoy life by traveling to exciting destinations on a plane, motor coach and cruise ship.
Cruises are hosted by Bob & Bev Woods and reservations are taken on a first come, first served basis. Click on the cruises link above to see our upcoming cruises.
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http://bethcormier.blogspot.com/2011/08/ | 2020-11-27T20:45:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-50/segments/1606141194171.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20201127191451-20201127221451-00615.warc.gz | 0.987236 | 173 | CC-MAIN-2020-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2020-50__0__112201887 | en | Spent a few days at the La Quinta Resort out near Palm Springs. The day we got there we were greeted with a short thunder and lightening show with some refreshing rain. The next day it hit 112 degrees. We spent the day at the pool, me in a 'floatie' most of the day. Came home with a sunburn on my back and upper thighs that h-u-r-t-s. But it was worth it. We had a GREAT time. La Quinta has beautiful grounds and a long history. We did a lot of walking around and enjoying the grounds. I didn't make it to the spa on this visit, but I've been there before and it is wonderful. This was a nice get-away and a much needed mini-vacation before school starts up again in a few short weeks! | travel |
http://digitalsteak.com/climbing/italian-sport-climbing-day-trips/ | 2019-08-20T18:21:33 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-35/segments/1566027315558.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20190820180442-20190820202442-00527.warc.gz | 0.96396 | 1,076 | CC-MAIN-2019-35 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-35__0__107849320 | en | What better way to start your day than with a proper espresso and two scoops of real Italian gelato? As we fled the poor weather in Chamonix, driving through the Mont Blanc Tunnel to Courmayeur, it never fails to amaze me how different this side of the mountain can be.
The Magic Tunnel
This summer has all been about getting settled here in Chamonix, the free abandon of going out climbing or running whenever I want has taken a back seat to starting The Mountain Foundry, learning French, and making this place a real home. Time has been more limited and so, when I do have a day off, I want to make sure I get out and make the most of it.
The weather doesn’t always cooperate, however.
But, enter the Magic Tunnel. At 11,611m the Mont Blanc Tunnel is an incredible feat of engineering. Straightlining it from Chamonix, the tunnel cuts underneath and right through the 4,810m of hulking mountain, Mont Blanc, delivering us to Courmayeur, Italy. Courmayeur’s tag line is The Sunny Side and it rarely disappoints. Almost no matter what the weather in Chamonix, you drive through the tunnel and the sun is shining, skies are clear, and you are welcomed to Italian hospitality, food, and drink.
It has become a bit of a tradition now, that when we go through to Italy we need to tick a few boxes and have our routine pretty well dialled. Though we could get to whichever of the hundreds of awesome crags in Italian in less than an hour, for some reason it always takes about 2 to get there..
Italian road trip routine
There are some things that the French do better than anyone else – fresh croissants, warm baguettes, cheese.. – but there are also a few things that they just simply don’t do as well as their neighbours. Just a 20 minute drive through the tunnel brings into Italy and the home of 3 of my favourite things that we just can’t get as good at home; coffee, pizza, and gelato.
As we drive down from Courmayeur now, we alway stop in Morgex at the little roadside cafe, Pilier Central, named after the Central Pillar of Freney on Mont Blanc which looms massive over the valley from afar. This small, family run pastry shop and cafe hits the mark on the head with real italian coffee but what really makes this place special is the gelato – real, Italian, creamy ice cream.
Though I try to eat well, nothing is going to stop me starting my day here with two scoops of whatever awesome new flavours they have conjured up in the back; from classics like chocolate, amaretto, and pistacchio to amazing creamy fruit flavours like fig or date. If you find yourself in the area, it is well worth making a detour to search out.
Onto the supermarket..
After we’ve had our fill of coffee and ice cream, next door is a supermarket. Chamonix, being up in a valley, can be pretty expensive for groceries and the vegetables are not always that great. Here, however, it is a completely different kettle of fish with local farmers being the main suppliers – kilos of vine ripened tomatoes for 1€, litres of rich olive oil for not much more, and cured hams and fresh mozzarella all make their way into my basket, ready for a perfect lunch between rock climbs and sun bathing.
Finally, after all this has been completed, we can head off for our main objective – climbing – though I do wonder if the climbing is just an excuse for the rest of the trip..
Sport climbing in Italy
Just through the tunnel opens up some of the most amazing climbing I’ve ever experienced. With often zero walk in, the limestone sport climbing of the Aosta Valley is very hard to beat in terms of quality, access, and variety. Crags cover every grade and that means, once we have filled a car with people, there is something for everyone.
With my more limited time this summer, I’ve really wanted to focus on improving my rock climbing and day trips to Italy allow me to get lots of volume in with very little effort. It is on these trips that I get to learn from all the amazing climbers we have not just in Chamonix but coming through with technique being developed as well as strength and endurance.
Whether you are after steep, powerful overhangs or delicate, technical slabs, you can take your pick safe in the knowledge that the crags are rarely busy and the bolts are good quality.
I’m having good days where I feel strong and that I’m climbing well coupled with days where things are not so great, I feel weak, and climbing like a beginner but it is all volume, it is all progress, and it is all bookended with ice cream and coffee.
I know how lucky I am to live in Chamonix, with all it has to offer, but it is also what is just around the corner that makes this such a special place.
Ciao, for now, Italia! | travel |
https://performap.com/festival/tbilisi-international/ | 2023-05-31T22:35:36 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224647459.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20230531214247-20230601004247-00123.warc.gz | 0.920942 | 191 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__303863970 | en | Tbilisi International is founded by Tbilisi Municipality, by the initiative of Tbilisi Mayor Gigi Ugulava in 2009. The charm of one of the oldest cities in the world – Tbilisi – its atmosphere and diversity, its culture and life, its vitality is something, that could create unforgettable experience and inspiration for all participants. The Festival runs every year and is one of the major events in International life of Georgia. But not only – it is becoming one of the main performing arts events in Caucasia, attracting attention of the most well-known, creative, provocative and innovative theater productions from the world, a meeting point of Europe and Asia, of many countries and places in one of the most beautiful, warm, unique theatrical and cultural Tblilisi, the capital of Georgia.
- Month of the festival: September
- Category: Contemporary, Experimental, International
- Location: TbilIsi, Georgia | travel |
https://store.spaceylon.com/rewards | 2022-01-16T19:41:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320300010.26/warc/CC-MAIN-20220116180715-20220116210715-00627.warc.gz | 0.894268 | 173 | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__189110358 | en | Spa Ceylon is pleased to welcome international airline crew members with a range of exclusive offers. On arrival, please present your Airline Crew Id Card at the spa reception to enjoy these special privileges.
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http://www.hfecorp.com/about-us/ | 2018-03-24T23:27:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-13/segments/1521257651465.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20180324225928-20180325005928-00798.warc.gz | 0.914688 | 220 | CC-MAIN-2018-13 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-13__0__263003492 | en | Committed for more than half a century to Creating Memories Worth Repeating®, we work daily to create wholesome, immersive entertainment experiences with soul and depth. Experiences for every generation of your family. Sometimes thrilling. Sometimes lighthearted. Always distinctive. Our award-winning theme parks, entertainment and attractions aim to inspire happiness and family bonding.
Today, we are considered the largest family-owned themed attractions corporation. Our parks and attractions are from coast to coast. Our team of more than 10,000 employees creates, develops and operates entertainment, tourism and hospitality properties that currently span 23 locations in six states.
We take great pride in owning and partnering in leading theme parks including Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri, and Dollywood in Tennessee’s Great Smoky Mountains of which Dolly Parton is our partner.
Most recently, we welcomed the legendary Harlem Globetrotters to our team. A complement to our family-friendly portfolio of businesses, the Globetrotters open the door for expansion into new media, audiences and markets.
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https://travel.navitime.com/en/area/jp/guide/NTJtrv0935-en/ | 2018-04-26T03:30:25 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-17/segments/1524125948064.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20180426031603-20180426051603-00563.warc.gz | 0.951619 | 641 | CC-MAIN-2018-17 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-17__0__76796906 | en | The Magic of Sekizenkan
The magic of Sekizenkan has touched a global audience through Hayao Miyazaki’s beloved Ghibli movie Spirited Away. Sekizenkan is a 320-year-old traditional Japanese inn that sits in the Gunma mountains of the town Shima Onsen. The hot springs are so numerous in this area and the waters so rich in minerals that it was once believed they could heal more than 40,000 diseases. This belief is still reflected in the name of the town which literally means the 40,000 Hot Springs.
Crossing the iconic red bridge leads to the oldest building of the three that make up the Sekizenkan ryokan. It is the Honkan, or main building, that was built in 1691 and still remains true to its original design. There are 22 rooms in total which come in three different sizes depending on the number of guests. The main building is one of the oldest designated hot spring resorts in Japan, transporting visitors back to the Edo era from its 17th century exterior to the sliding paper doors and tatami mats that greet you inside. Guests can experience first hand what inspires an artist like Hayao Miyazaki.
Walking through the mysterious tunnel that connects the main building to the next is another inspiration for a memorable scene from Spirited Away, where the protagonist walks into an enchanted land. Visiting Sekizenkan is also like seeing a new fantastical land. Here there are layers of Japanese history and tradition encapsulated in the timeless practice of bathing. Sekizenkan offers a tour of the bathing house based on the animated movie, where guests can follow the footsteps of the characters in the movie.
This fusion of time and history is perfectly evident in the second building, the Sanso building. Built in 1936, Sanso houses the famous Genroku no Yu bathhouse. This bathhouse doesn’t remotely resemble traditional Japanese baths seen in Spirited Away but has taken inspiration from the Roman baths, with lofty high ceilings, tall arched windows, and creamy white marble baths sunken into the cool tiled floor. It’s an architectural example of the period where the Japanese were exploring other cultures beyond their own in art and architecture. Sanso is also home to the Mori no Yu, a luxurious outdoor bath.
The third building is Kashotei, a point of solitude in the heights. It’s the most recent addition, being built in 1986, but it continues to fuse the modern, traditional, and historical spirits of the place. The deep pine forest changes throughout the year and views from the wide windows of Kashotei are never the same. Meals are served to the guestrooms here by nakai (traditional Japanese waitresses). Each dish is prepared keeping the essence of true Japanese cuisine at the crux and provided at the guest’s leisure.
Sekizenkan is a magical place to visit during a stay in Japan. It shows how a unique piece of architecture can house historical traditions while inspiring the artists of the future. Each visitor will experience a different story as they soak in the waters of this ancient place. | travel |
https://davemillerfishing.com/product/half-day-trip/ | 2023-12-05T07:48:44 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100550.40/warc/CC-MAIN-20231205073336-20231205103336-00186.warc.gz | 0.888606 | 303 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__234566918 | en | 4 hours – Half Day trips provide the perfect amount of time for a fun introduction to bass fishing. These trips are recommended for beginner anglers. Kids 6-12 fish free with parent.
Available Dates: 5/7, 5/13, 5/14, 5/20 5/21, 5/27, 5/28, 6/3, 6/4, 6/10, 6/11, 7/1, 7/2, 7/15, 7/16, 7/22, 7/23, 8/26, 8/27, 9/2, 9/3, 10/14, 10/15, 10/21, 10/22
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- Anglers 16-64 years of age must have a valid Connecticut Inland or All Waters fishing license prior to departure. You can obtain license here.
**Cancellation and Refund Policy: Trips must be paid in full prior to take off. Absolutely no refunds. Cancellation/rescheduling is permitted with 48hrs of notice. All trips are rain or shine. In case of inclement weather such as extreme wind and lightning day of trip the full fee will be refunded. In case of inclement weather during a trip, the total cost will be prorated/discounted or rescheduled** | travel |
https://filmfestclass.blog.wku.edu/2015/04/19/cody-michell-a-really-different-scene/ | 2024-02-22T20:03:54 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473824.45/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222193722-20240222223722-00193.warc.gz | 0.993234 | 515 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__59267205 | en | As a whole, the Sundance Film Festival was a really enjoyable experience. It was really exciting to see new movies that had yet to premiere anywhere else. Being able to listen to actors and directors talk during Q&A’s after the films was really interesting and inspiring. Just being in that setting around so many like-minded people who had an interest in film made the experience even more enjoyable.
I found it interesting that after seeing so many actors and filmmakers walking around that it became a reminder that they are human beings as well. It became an average occurrence that you’d just see Kevin Smith or Ethan Hawke or James Franco just walking around the city, which was a really neat experience. The city itself was stunningly beautiful and it was exciting to see the mountains and skiers, a nice break from the typical countryside back home.
The locals were truly wonderful people and each shop along the strip was independently owned. The “scene” was just really different down there and almost everyone seemed willing to hold a conversation and discuss movies. I swear I’ve never been able to passionately talk about independent films to an 80 year old anywhere besides Park City. I was even offered free tickets to a film in Salt Lake City just because the ticketholder thought we were all good kids.
Along with the cool shops and nice people, the weather played out well and it was sunny throughout almost the whole trip. It was also nice being able to experience the trip on our own schedules instead of having everyday planned out for us. We were able to see the movies we wanted to see and we could experience Park City individually whenever we had free time. While there, some of us were also able to find some reasonably priced and good restaurants, as well as numerous coffee shops, as caffeine became a staple part of the Sundance diet. I wouldn’t consider the lack of sleep a negative aspect of Sundance, but it definitely made it difficult to stay awake and feel energized while hopping from movie to movie all day.
Upon my return to Bowling Green, I was bombarded with the question “How was Sundance?” Ignoring my exhaustion, I attempted to answer the question, but found it more difficult to do so than I originally thought. The Sundance Film Festival was equally amazing and frustrating, but overall worth the time and money spent to experience it. The festival and week spent there had its ups and downs, but I’m glad I was able to be involved in this Study Away program. | travel |
http://holm-house-guest-house-cardiff.booked.net/ | 2018-07-21T13:12:13 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676592579.77/warc/CC-MAIN-20180721125703-20180721145703-00480.warc.gz | 0.9388 | 195 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__211239802 | en | Guests are welcome to stay in Holm House Guest House apartment while visiting Cardiff. The apartment provides 24-hour front desk, housekeeping and ironing service.
Cardiff Castle is 6 km of the property, while Cardiff Bay is around 3.6 km away. A railway station is also located nearby. Serving a wide range of dishes, Villa Napoli and Romeo By The Sea can be reached within 5 minutes’ walk.
The property lies 700 meters away from Penarth Railway train station.
Rooms boast stunning views over the islands. They offer a modern interior and carpet floor. A bathroom with a bathtub and a shower along with free toiletries, bathrobes and bath sheets is provided.
A wellness center encourages complete relaxation.
Wireless internet is available in the entire apartment for free.
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Number of rooms: 12.
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http://www.speedflysoboba.com/soboba-soaring/ | 2013-05-22T12:07:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368701670866/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516105430-00015-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.935027 | 132 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__51152482 | en | Epic soaring conditions await you at Soboba! Come fly with us and experience for yourself the "magic air" that makes Soboba a destination paragliding and speed flying site. A 2200' South facing mountain located in sunny Southern California assures 320+ flyable days per year. Soaring flights of many hours are the norm, even for beginner pilots.
If you are looking to learn speed flying or paragliding, or both, Soboba will accomodate all of your aspirations. You can show up with zero experience, set up a tent (if camping is your thing), and focus solely on becoming a skilled pilot. | travel |
http://ninamamaroux.blogspot.com/2010/08/fun-in-gold-country.html | 2018-05-23T16:56:31 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-22/segments/1526794865691.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20180523161206-20180523181206-00444.warc.gz | 0.955226 | 162 | CC-MAIN-2018-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-22__0__71216776 | en | My 17 year old daughter, Eliza, and I took a mini vacation to Gold Country this week. We stayed at a lodge in Angels Camp and spent one day in Sonora shopping and thrifting. We had dinner in Murphys, the most adorable little town you ever did see. The next day we headed into Colombia to lunch at Kate's Teahouse. What a wonderful place this is! We nibbled on delicious assorted tea sandwiches, fresh fruit, fresh pea soup, yummy lemon bars and cheesecake. We drank peach iced tea, enjoyed the bureau full of buttons and relaxed on the screened back porch before our long ride home. It was a wonderful way to end the summer before Eliza starts her senior year in high school. I'm just not ready for summer to end. | travel |
https://www.norwoodinneagan.com/Activities-Eagan-Minnesota.php | 2019-10-22T01:05:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-43/segments/1570987795403.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20191022004128-20191022031628-00157.warc.gz | 0.95062 | 539 | CC-MAIN-2019-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-43__0__164342776 | en | i Take advantage of the beautiful outdoors that Eagan has to offer and enjoy a day playing 9 or 18, or take a shot at tennis at one of many Eagan public parks. There are also miles of trails for hiking and biking and opportunities to play inside, just take a look below to see what we have to offer.
Eagan's park facilities offer a chance for everyone to play, no matter what age, interest, physical ability, or desire. The City of Eagan offers over 1,370 acres of “play space” to discover your individual talents and interests; sports, bird watching, skateboarding or just lounging beside a lake.
One of the best scenic trails in Minnesota is Dakota County's Big Rivers Regional Trail . It features paved paths along the state's oldest rail beds and offers spectacular views of Fort Snelling, Pike Island, skyline views of both downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul and the Mississippi and Minnesota River valleys.
Encompassing nearly 2,000 acres, this incredible park offers miles of trails and lakes for year-round outdoor sports, recreation and environmental education.
Lebanon Hills Regional Park is the largest park in the Dakota County park system. Containing almost 2,000 acres, the park offers miles of trails and many lakes for year-round outdoor sports, recreation and environmental education . In the winter, you can go cross-country skiing, ice skating, kicksledding, mountain biking, ski skating, sledding, and snowshoeing!
Enjoy the many beautiful sites and sounds of a Minnesota winter by skating outside at one of the many outdoor ice rinks. There are many hockey rinks and many skating (pleasure) rinks, with some being staffed and some not — click the link below to learn more about the outdoor ice!
This snow tubing hill is located on Wilderness Run Road between Dodd Road and Lexington Avenue. Approximately 75 tubes designed for winter tubing are available. To ensure the safety of all guests, you may not bring any of your own inner tubes, sleds, toboggans or other sledding devices during regular hours in the designated tubing area. Participants must be able to walk up the hill as tow ropes are not available at this facility.
We'll admit it, Eagan is not Northern Minnesota when it comes to fishing. However, we are still in the “Land of 10,000 Lakes” and there are some great lakes in Eagan for a nice and relaxing afternoon of hopeful bites.
Visit the City of Eagan's Lakes & Ponds Guide for complete information.
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https://cph1229.wordpress.com/2012/08/ | 2018-09-23T21:29:35 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-39/segments/1537267159820.67/warc/CC-MAIN-20180923212605-20180923233005-00053.warc.gz | 0.970043 | 1,187 | CC-MAIN-2018-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-39__0__80920197 | en | Recently I was on a hike with my family in Zion National Park in southern Utah, a trek called simply “Observation Point” for the stunning views of the canyon. The first thirty minutes of the hike consisted of tightly laid switchbacks streaked across the steep rock face of the canyon wall, a calf-burning beginning that left us all lunging for first dibs on the gatorade by the top. When a trail starts in such a way it is easy to become quickly discouraged and lethargic. Feeling the burn a half-mile into an eight mile hike is never a good sign and often prompts thoughts of turning back, or at least bitter, unpleasant realizations of how far you have to go before reaching those stunning canyon views. “I can see the canyon from here,” my brother pointed out sardonically, leaning against the red sandstone.
Just around the corner after the switchbacks leveled off a bit, we were plunged into the heart of a narrow, mini-canyon with steep walls towering to dizzying heights overhead. Scattered along the canyon floor were pools of stagnant water, seemingly the remains of a dried up river that had once filled the space in which we now stood. “Wow,” I heard behind me, the whispered word expanding to fill the air around us. My once-cynical brother had changed his tune, and I felt the tightness in my calves begin to ease, the swelling of my lungs begin to slow. It was not even eight in the morning and we were the only ones in the narrow canyon, the only sounds around us the light trickle of water over smooth stones and the breeze being tunneled through the tight space. There was something almost alien about it, about the entire landscape before us, so exotic and unexpected.
We did eventually reach the midpoint of the hike from which we were supposed to observe, from which the stunning canyon views did indeed live up to our expectations. And while I’m sure I’ll remember the enormous openness of the air on the cliff and the dizzying drop to the canyon floor below, I’ll never be able to forget the way it felt when we turned the corner at the top of the switchbacks and gasped a little at what the guidebook hadn’t prepared us for, at what we had only been able to see after hiking one step at a time up the side of the canyon wall. To see the stunning canyon views, and also to see the hidden narrows, we had to keep climbing even when our muscles and our lungs pleaded with us to just turn around and go back.
The end of August has always signaled the end of summer (or the beginning of the end for those of us on the quarter system), the end of the warmth and the freedom and the late sunsets. Fall beckons in all its fuzziness, with its long sleeves and its nights spent curled up in the library and the way even the ground seems to feel different underfoot. We have been trained, we have been conditioned to start to want all these things at a certain point in the year, to start to move back toward classrooms and book bags and sweaters and coffee without ice.
But this year, with the exception of those of us going to graduate school, we have outgrown it. We have gone past it, we have moved beyond it, we have left it behind us. But it still tugs at us. I still feel like in some alternate universe I should be flying back to Chicago, back to the same streets and the same people I spent the last four years with, but we have to realize that that will not and cannot be true. That is all behind us now, whether we still feel like we should be buying books and pencils or not.
Cheryl Strayed, a writer who I have mentioned before and who I admire beyond belief, recently did an interview with Orion magazine about her bestelling memoir Wild and in it she is asked about a point on the Pacific Crest Trail when she survived an encounter with a Texas longhorn bull and was faced with the decision to either turn back and chalk the entire trip up to be a giant mistake, or to continue on down the trail. Strayed eventually chose to keep moving forward, a decision she details in the interview:
“That decision to move forward in the direction of my intentions is one I make every day in everything I am—writer, mother, human. Or at least I do when I’m doing my best. We all get stuck in place on occasion. We all move backwards sometimes. But moving forward is what we’re here for so I try to do it even when I’m afraid there might be a marauding bull waiting for me down the trail. Forward is the direction of real life.”
Forward is the direction of real life. As seductive as it may seem to lose ourselves in comforting, familiar daydreams of the past, to perhaps wish that we were going back to something we already had, backward is the direction of nostalgia, backward is the direction of memory. It is forward, then. Despite fear, despite uncertainty, despite difficulty– forward is the only direction we have.
Forward is the direction of real life, and forward is the direction in which we must move, no matter what lies on the trail ahead. Because if you stop on the side of the tough parts and refuse to move, if you turn around and walk back down the hill, you may never encounter a Texas longhorn bull, but you will never get to see the stunning canyon views, you will never find the unexpected narrows.
Love the past for what it was, but move forward, into whatever is next, into whatever awaits. | travel |
https://www.sugarpalmcatamaran.com/home/cruises/ | 2023-12-11T09:38:49 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679103810.88/warc/CC-MAIN-20231211080606-20231211110606-00068.warc.gz | 0.915654 | 198 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__51020931 | en | What could be more enjoyable than jumping in the crystal clear water in the morning before a hearty breakfast?
Your days will be marked by navigation and stopovers, beaches and meals carefully prepared by your hostess.
Swimming, snorkeling, suntanning or discovering the islands, the program will be adapted to your wishes. Meals too.
You can relax, we take care of everything.
We organize private cruises. You will be
the only passengers on board and we will prepare a customized program.
We offer you 2 double cabins, each with an en suite wadhroom (shower and toilet). We take 1 to 4 people. For security reasons, we do not take young children on board.
We offer "all inclusive" packages.
Meals, drinks, alcohol, clearances, reserves and parks fees, buoys, fuel ... everything is included. No surprises at the end.
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https://www.truant.com.au/locations/touring-puglia/ | 2021-09-21T10:36:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-39/segments/1631780057202.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20210921101319-20210921131319-00450.warc.gz | 0.951936 | 1,536 | CC-MAIN-2021-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-39__0__85386580 | en | I’ve travelled plenty through Italy and even lived there for a while, but Puglia has remained undiscovered for me, until now. Words like “hidden gem” “untouristed” and “authentic” all spring to mind but they don’t really do justice to the passion of the people I met on this trip, who share a love of their homeland (adopted or by birth) and you will soon, I hope, understand why.
So let’s get the facts out of the way and concentrate on the rapturous descriptions. I recently organised a cycling and food trip with Southern Visions. Antonello Losito and Alison Pike are dynamic, intelligent and passionate about the region, and their network of locals and experiences is second to none. It’s a region where it’s worth seeking out some expert advice as the distances can be deceptive, the history is interesting, and they know all the most beautiful properties (indeed, Antonello has his own cooking school in a stunning restored masseria in the countryside near Alberobello) and can open doors or make arrangements that even the most skillful googlist would never be able to replicate.
I arrived in Bari after a long flight and stopped at the super cute Resort Bufi in Molfetta, a 15 minute drive from Bari airport. I often like to mix up my accommodation on a trip and I loved this minimalist bed and breakfast perched right over the Adriatic. Ivano Bufi’s father renovated a sandstone palazzo and Ivano himself, a charming 20-something Pugliese, studies historical architecture at the University of Bari between looking after guests. A small terrace on the top floor with wide open views looks over the ocean, and you can take an extensive breakfast here including exceptional coffee, and crostata di marmellata from the local pasticceria. The rooms themselves are small but sleek and well designed to maximise space and light, and bisazza mosaic walls add a splash of colour. Downstairs is a dinky hammam and spa, also tiled in lovely bisazza tiles, leading onto a small pebbled beach which is private to hotel guests. The water is crystal clear. The town itself is lively and local, with pretty cobbled streets and sandstone palazzos. Young people flock to the esplanade to chat, and eat, and check each other out. It’s very Italian, and hardly a tourist in sight in the off season.
The next day, I was collected from Bari by Antonello and wandered around Bari Vecchia with the effusive and charming Silvia, through the tiny cobbled alleyways of this important Mediterranean port which had been conquered and re-conquered by so many different civilisations. Memories dredged from my dim backpacking past of a skanky port town were quickly overwritten by glimpsed vignettes through whitewashed arches of local markets, or women sitting outside their doors deftly hand-rolling orrechiette, one of the traditional pasta shapes of the region, whilst chatting to their neighbours.
We then made our way to Borgo Egnazia, a sprawling fantasy of a town recreated in Pugliese style. Borgo Egnazia is a truly beautiful property with exceptional design details but it is a new build (with all the pros and cons that that entails). The spa and the food are worth the trip alone, and it was a good contrast to some of the more rustic masseria-style accommodation in the region.
We later stayed at Masseria Torre Coccaro which I also loved, with its rustic family charm, authentic Italian country-house feel and glorious Mediterranean gardens. There are plenty of other options too in the region, from staying in a tiny stone trulli (beehive house) which would be a fabulously fun experience for children for a night, to more sophisticated masseria like Torre Maizza, to private villas.
Our days in Puglia were short but sweet. A fleet of hi-tech carbon fibre bicycles of all persuasions was at our disposal, and Antonello organised a couple of gentle rides for us which were just lovely. I am not a cyclist but for those who are, there are plenty of more challenging options. The first, through sunlit olive groves in the late afternoon, ending in the beautiful port town of Monopoli, was my favourite. We rode around the ramparts of the ancient whitewashed citadel before dismounting at the harbour where bright blue fishing boats bobbed about, and suddenly, a member of Antonello’s team was there in an apron, offering glasses of chilled prosecco to celebrate our arrival. That’s my style of giro.
The next day we cycled again through the beautiful countryside watching the farmers harvesting their olives in the autumn sun before ending at an olive mill which had an underground press dating back to the bronze age. Some of the olive trees themselves had been carbon dated to in excess of 3,000 years old. It was astonishing. A wonderful picnic lunch had been set up in the olive grove to sample the fresh cheeses of the region, and handmade focaccias made by the owner’s mother in law in a wood oven outside.
It is difficult to explain all the highlights of the trip without writing dozens of pages, but these are the moments which I loved: strolling the stone streets of the clifftop village of Polignano Al Mare at night, listening to the sound of the sea slapping the cliff below and reading doorways overwritten with poetry instead of graffiti. Stopping for a Caffe Speciale, coffee whipped with amaretto and lemon zest, and a hazelnut gelati, dipped in whipped cream and chopped nuts. Spending the afternoon strolling around his home town of Ostuni (one of the prettiest hill towns I’ve seen) with Davide, a shy but hilarious 30-something American Italian who organised our bikes and operations, and weaselling out of him the story of his unrequited love for a beautiful Pizzica dancer (Pizzica is the native dance of Puglia which arose from the belief in the middle ages that dancing was the only cure for a tarantula bite). Cooking with two young Pugliese chefs of prodigious talent and highly engaging personality, chatting about their very distinct wine and food before retiring to a candlelit wintergarden at a local masseria. And when the weather closed in after days of glorious sunshine, we made our own pasta before incorporating it into a raucous lunch in a trulli house in the hill town of Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage site for the domed stone houses which line its maze-like streets.
I could go on, and yet there remains so much to see here – on this occasion I didn’t get to Matera with its troglodyte houses….. or Grottaglie to see the beautiful white pottery of Enza Fasano…….. or one of the local beach clubs with a basket of picnic supplies……….and the baroque beauty of Lecce deserves at least a couple of days…..
Allora, there is no choice but to return and I can barely wait. | travel |
https://www.beachcomber.co.za/interests/all-inclusive | 2017-09-25T04:27:11 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-39/segments/1505818690318.83/warc/CC-MAIN-20170925040422-20170925060422-00176.warc.gz | 0.940055 | 569 | CC-MAIN-2017-39 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-39__0__125951250 | en | We want to make upmarket holidays easier and more affordable for you and we want to give you options. This is what our various package arrangements give you: more than one approach to payment. Packages also give guests better peace of mind and more ease while on holiday, as you can be aware of everything that is included in the chosen package, allowing you to manage costs. Now even more consumers can become Beachcomber guests.
Choose from one of our Beachcomber packages:
Guests at Mauricia, Canonnier and Victoria can purchase the Beachcomber All Inclusive package, which covers most meals and drinks for the duration of your stay.
Packages are purchased in advance and rates apply to all adults and children travelling together for the entire stay. Packages are operational from arrival to departure, regardless of check-in/check-out times. Inclusions may vary by resort, so check the availability of the optional inclusions in order to get full value for money.
The Beachcomber All Inclusive Package is fully interchangeable between Mauricia and Canonnier Hotels. Effective 01 November 2016 Victoria will also be interchangeable on an all-inclusive basis – Victoria guests enjoy their inclusions at Victoria; in all other instances the inclusions of Mauricia and Canonnier’s all-inclusive packages will apply.
Canonnier Resort is closed for refurbishment from 02 May – 03 September 2017.
The Beachcomber All Inclusive Package is fully interchangeable between Mauricia, Canonnier and Victoria resorts. (Canonnier will close for refurbishment from 02 May, and will re-open on 03 September 2017.)
Packages are operational from arrival to departure, regardless of check-in/check-out times. Highlights include:
*restaurants are subject to closure for operational reasons without prior notice
Guests at Trou aux Biches, Paradis and Dinarobin resorts have the option of pre-purchasing the Escape Package when travelling between 22 April and 8 October 2017.
For a nominal daily rate per person, the following is included:
The Escape Package is available exclusively to clients who book through Beachcomber South Africa, for travel dates 23 July - 08 October 2017.
Available from the bar/s from 10h00 until 23h30, and at lunch and dinner. Included at lunch and dinner are selected wines served by the glass, local beer, bottled water, soft drinks, tea and coffee. Not available to clients booked in villa categories and not available at Dinarobin’s Butik Bar.
Look forward to the following inclusions:
Hotels reserve the right to substitute items/inclusions without prior notice. Restaurants may be closed for operational or logistical reasons without prior notice. | travel |
https://beaverlodgemotorinn.ca/ | 2024-04-14T11:28:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296816879.25/warc/CC-MAIN-20240414095752-20240414125752-00881.warc.gz | 0.963699 | 182 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__4698024 | en | Conveniently located just off the highway, Beaverlodge Motor Inn is the perfect stop for travelers. We are also in close proximity to several restaurants and attractions.
Enjoy a variety of amenities during your stay at Beaverlodge Motor Inn, including a fitness centre, conference room, and laundry service. We also offer free parking and complimentary high-speed internet access.
Whether this is your first visit, or you have been a guest many times, we want your experience to be excellent. Our staff is always available to help with any questions or concerns you may have.
Be the first to hear about local events and new amenities.
We love our customers, so feel free to visit during anytime. We are open 24/7. | travel |
http://www.kiawahpizza.com/about-us.html | 2021-05-07T22:24:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-21/segments/1620243988828.76/warc/CC-MAIN-20210507211141-20210508001141-00324.warc.gz | 0.951033 | 133 | CC-MAIN-2021-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-21__0__119085343 | en | Luciano's Pizzeria was opened in June 2013 at beautiful Bohicket Marina located at the entrance to Seabrook and Kiawah Islands in coastal South Carolina. We are happy to bring great Brooklyn style pizza to the islands and offer an affordable dining alternative to both locals and visitors. We have a small dining area and customers are welcome to bring pizzas to the public tables overlooking the marina and of course, we offer everything on the menu to go. We use the freshest ingredients and make our dough and sauce every day. Please visit us and try our delicious specialty pizzas or just stop by for a slice!Check out our menu. | travel |
http://garli.in/What-To-Do | 2021-10-26T09:39:40 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323587854.13/warc/CC-MAIN-20211026072759-20211026102759-00196.warc.gz | 0.932628 | 426 | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-43__0__89504228 | en | For a village of 2000 people, there is a wide variety of activities to suit different tastes:
Pick up a map, and walk the trek routes to enjoy various facets of Garli. enjoy the view, the biodiversity, and the hospitality of the local population as you walk by.
Sunsets on Riverbeds are always exhilarating sights, and Garli is no different.
Take a riverbed safari, drive on the gravel to the bank, walk around, dip your feet in the water and enjoy the location in all its glory
Upon request, enjoy a Himachali Folk Song and Dance routine performed by the village ladies. Learn of our culture, our food and customs. Alternatively, enjoy an evening of ghazals and film songs performed by our local boys band.
Himachal is also called Dev Bhumi (land of the Gods). Garli is strategically placed such that visitors can make it a base and visit a multitude of temples such as Jwalamukhi, Chintpurni, Baglamukhi, KangraDevi, Baba Balaknath, Maha Kaleshwar temple, just to name some, all within driving distance from Garli
Take a day long trip to see the old paintings at Radha Krishan Mandir at Dada Siba, and then move on the vast expanse of the Maharana Pratap Sagar. In season, see the migratory birds, or just enjoy the breeze under an old tree etched with messages from lovers.
In an open Jeep, after 10 PM at night, drive though the local forest reserve. who knows, you may spot a wild boar, sambar, wild rabbits or maybe even a leopard in that safari. learn of the animal habitat from the local forest residents, and enjoy the fresh, crisp air.
Some of the villagers have been trained by an Acharya from Kashi in the art of joint massage using a special herbal oil,
Feel rejuvenated after this massage
Available on advance notice, either for ladies or gents. | travel |
http://fatcow-coupon.org/tips-for-saving-money-on-travel/ | 2019-11-22T04:53:12 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-47/segments/1573496671239.99/warc/CC-MAIN-20191122042047-20191122070047-00119.warc.gz | 0.965606 | 806 | CC-MAIN-2019-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-47__0__31907802 | en | If you love to travel, saving money on airfare, hotel rooms and cruises can be something of a challenge. However, it is possible to enjoy savings, whether your next trip is taking you across the state, or to the other side of the world.
Perhaps the best tip for saving money on plane tickets is to plan ahead, especially for key markets such as the Caribbean in winter, or Europe during the summer. You can book about 11 months ahead on most of the major airlines, and some airlines also have a system in place whereby they will refund the fare difference if your ticket price goes down after you have bought the ticket. It’s also worth signing up for fare alerts if you have a particular destination in mind. Most major travel websites will then email you when the price of your trip changes, allowing you to gauge the best time to pay for your plane tickets. Check the smaller airlines for domestic travel – Jet Blue, Frontier and Spirit Airlines are nearly always less expensive than the larger US carriers.
Most travel experts will tell you that to increase your chances of getting a deal on your plane tickets, flexibility is key. Air fares can fluctuate wildly within just a few days, and it is also often less expensive to fly during the week, rather than on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Look for savings on new routes, and also look for savings into nearby cities. If you are flying into and out of New York, Washington DC or Los Angeles, you have a choice of airports, all fairly close to each other – check the prices for each one. Nobody wants to change planes, but connecting flights can often cost you less than a direct flight, and most airlines allow that connection to be up to 24 hours for international flights.
Hotel rooms are another area where savings can be difficult to understand but are possible if you know where to look. Unlike plane tickets, hotels can and do lower their rates the closer it is to the check in date, in an effort to fill all their rooms and prevent what is known in the industry as spoilage. You should try contacting the hotel directly to get the best rate, as the manager there has the authority to price the rooms as they please; calling direct can sometimes save you money over the well-known travel sites. Always ask if there is a better rate available, especially if you are booking the room at the last minute, or you are a repeat customer.
If you are on the road, look for hotel coupons at gas stations, rest areas, and restaurants. These coupons often give you savings of up to 30 percent or so off the regular room rate and are aimed at the traveler booking at short notice, although you can also find these coupons online. Don’t forget to take advantage of any discounts you may be eligible for, such as AARP, student, military or group travel. Many hotels in key business destinations also lower their rates at the weekend in an effort to attract customers. Several reputable companies also offer discounted accommodation at hotels and resorts in exchange for attending a timeshare presentation – worth it if you can withstand the sales tactics.
If you are planning your next cruise, there are some strategies for saving money. Just like airline tickets, prices can constantly fluctuate and it is worth keeping an eye on the cost of your desired cruise; being flexible can also help with cruise cost savings. Booking early can often not only save you money but can get you a slew of extras and upgrades, although booking your cruise just a few weeks out can also save you money. Most larger cruise lines have sales every few weeks or so. If you can get a group of 16 people together to cruise with you, you can often enjoy a free cruise, for being the trip organizer. And frequent cruisers are often given coupons and other incentives to persuade them to book another cruise.
Saving money on your next trip is possible, and being flexible, shopping around and understanding how the industry works can result in significant savings. | travel |
http://balibikemonkeys.com/ | 2018-01-22T11:39:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-05/segments/1516084891316.80/warc/CC-MAIN-20180122113633-20180122133633-00618.warc.gz | 0.869278 | 333 | CC-MAIN-2018-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-05__0__96463434 | en | MOTORCYCLE & BIKE RENTAL
Tour around the beautiful island of Bali in style
Bali Bike Monkeys
Bali Bike Monkeys specialized on the short and longterm rental of motorbikes and bicycles in Canggu. These products are put through the highest quality control processes to guarantee a smooth, reliable, and sporty ride. Choose from custom dirt bikes for the scenic route by the ocean or a simple tandem for a ride along the rice fields . Either way, we have your back. Not only for the rides, but for the repairs (and snacks!)
BY THE BEST, FOR THE BEST
WE HAVE EVERY TYPE OF BIKE READY FOR YOU!
Something light, quick, and easy to ride; look no further than our European-inspired Vespas. Great gas-mileage and comfort for the price.
Robust without losing agility, you will feel the exhilaration of speeding downhill on a strong powerful motorbike :).
Spoil yourself with amazing one-of-a-kind bikes. Gorgeous paint jobs, even more power, and definite head-turners!
Already have your own and looking for a new friendly and competent garage? Look no further. Our trained staff will ensure utmost satisfaction.
Ready to take a longer trip around the majestic island of Bali? Our team knows all the best pit-stops and have done the ride countless times.
SHOP N’ SNACK
While waiting, it’s always nice to satisfy another sense. Bali Bike Monkeys offers tasty treats like homemade doughnuts and delicious ice-cream. | travel |
http://vddb.laba.lt/obj/LT-eLABa-0001:E.02~2009~D_20090602_090630-22931 | 2013-06-18T22:25:20 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2013-20/segments/1368707435344/warc/CC-MAIN-20130516123035-00033-ip-10-60-113-184.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.939352 | 683 | CC-MAIN-2013-20 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2013-20__0__82763127 | en | Rural tourism is a new but promising type of Lithuanian tourism business. Rural tourism as integral part of tourism has won its recognition; it has been incorporated into the Tourism Law, General Plan of Lithuanian Tourism and National program of tourism, as well as programs of social development of countryside and resident occupation. There is Program of rural tourism development prepared.
The growth of rural tourism homesteads’ number is observed. According to the data of Rural Tourism Association, 203 rural tourism homesteads were registered in 2001, and even 587 rural tourism homesteads in the beginning of 2006 (Astromskienė, Sirusienė, 2007). Patterns of needs of Lithuanian holidaymakers change extremely rapidly in tourism market, and current offering is unable to satisfy customer expectations. The necessity to analyze the needs of holidaymakers and the motives of their choice arises under such conditions of rural tourism in Lithuania. Thus, the survey of tourists in rural homesteads, object of which is the needs of holidaymakers and their satisfaction, plays important role while dealing with question related to services. This survey is very relevant as it might help to assess the wishes of holidaymakers coming to rural tourism homesteads.
Scientific originality. The needs of rural tourism holidaymakers in Siauliai have not been assessed scientifically and systematically yet.
Relevance. Development of Tourism (as underlying economic branch), including rural tourism, is very important to Lithuania and its economics. Nevertheless, development of rural tourism is impossible without satisfaction of customer needs. Thus, we have chosen this subject.
Scientific problem – According to the World Tourism Organization (WTO) forecast, as Lithuania has become a new Member of the European Union, the number of the tourists will keep increasing for major part of tourists will take the advantage of free movement. Because of increasing number of tourists coming to Lithuania, more and more of them will arrive to rural homesteads. It is important to consider the tendencies of rural tourism market’s development, to envisage the opportunity and to accept more tourists coming to the region, as well as to strive fulfil their needs to full.
Object of the work – The needs of tourists in rural tourism homesteads in Siauliai district.
Goal of the work – Analyze the needs of tourists in rural tourism homesteads in Siauliai district.
Tasks of the work:
1. Analyze contemporary theories on needs;
2. Explore the nature of service, the elements of its delivery process;
3. Explore the definitions of rural tourism conception, its organizational forms and development in different countries;
4. Analyze the nature of rural tourism services and their peculiarities;
5. Analyze the needs of tourists in rural tourism homesteads in Siauliai district.
Methodology of the work:
1. Analysis of scientific literature;
2. Questionnaire survey;
3. Systematization and generalization of data;
4. Statistical methods.
Organization of the work: the Master’s work consists of introduction, 3 parts, conclusions, guidelines, and references. Volume of the work is 65 p., 38 figures, 6 tables and annexes. Sources are presented in the reference.
Raktažodžiai: rural, tourism, requirements | travel |
https://boylescourt.co.uk/location/ | 2023-11-30T12:02:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-50/segments/1700679100184.3/warc/CC-MAIN-20231130094531-20231130124531-00114.warc.gz | 0.945636 | 239 | CC-MAIN-2023-50 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-50__0__208697358 | en | Boyles Court enjoys a setting like no other, enveloped by the expansive parkland of the private estate, with the thriving town of Brentwood just over two miles away. The amenities at your fingertips are some of the best in this part of Essex: a vibrant shopping area with High Street names and independent bouquets, a fabulous nightlife scene and excellent transport connections to whisk you away to London or further afield whenever you feel the need. Links to the capital are exceptional: London Liverpool Street station can be reached in under 25 minutes from Brentwood’s conveniently located station, while Stratford International is just 30 minutes away. Journeys into London are set to be made faster, easier and even more direct with the future introduction of the Elizabeth line, which will allow commuters to travel straight through central London without the need to change trains. Road communications are equally excellent, with the A12 providing fast access to London as well as the nearby commuter towns of Chelmsford, Colchester and Ipswich. For journeys further afield, the M25 is only 1.5 miles from the town, linking to the wider motorway airport and both Heathrow and Gatwick airports. | travel |
https://onceuponabookstore.ca/products/9781554554607 | 2023-02-01T11:55:30 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-06/segments/1674764499934.48/warc/CC-MAIN-20230201112816-20230201142816-00272.warc.gz | 0.902774 | 209 | CC-MAIN-2023-06 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-06__0__74772068 | en | British Columbia is the custodian of some of the most spectacular wilderness remaining in the world, including the unique ecosystems of the Okanagan basin.
Judie Steeves and Murphy Shewchuk have fully updated their definitive guide to the region. There is a wide variety of backcountry adventures and outdoor experiences available in the province's Okanagan region, from Manning Park to Three Valley Gap, and from Rock Creek to Armstrong. With more than 40 maps, and over 100 photographs, the book describes the many routes in kilometre by kilometre detail — the Centennial and Trans Canada Trails, along with the many other lesser-known hiking paths found in the Okanagan Similkameen.
Readers will find a myriad of outdoor recreational opportunities including
- Bird Watching
- Horseback Riding
- Mountain Biking
- Diving & Snorkeling (yes diving & snorkeling) | travel |
https://sousarealty.com/properties/400-5th-avenue-unit-39-ab-new-york-ny-10018-olrs-1988344 | 2024-04-24T09:38:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296819089.82/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424080812-20240424110812-00596.warc.gz | 0.893638 | 492 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__202106841 | en | Iconic sweeping views from the 39th floor of The Residences at 400 5th Avenue. Situated above the 5-star Langham Place Hotel this 2-bed, 2.5 bath home measures 1,737 SF (161 SM) and provides unobstructed Southern & Eastern views and incredible natural light. Condominium living with hotel amenities including a 24-hour concierge and doorman, room service from Ai Fiori a Michelin-starred restaurant, state-of-the-art 3,000 SF fitness center and a full spa experience from Chuan Spa Health + Wellness plus more.
A rare combined corner apartment with 2 split bedrooms each with en-suite baths and a powder room. The spacious corner living and dining room features city and river views from the oversized floor-to-ceiling diamond angled windows. An open custom Poliform kitchen is fitted with Mont Blanc stone countertops, Miele appliances: gas range with double oven, dishwasher, microwave, wine-cooler, and a Sub-Zero refrigerator. The South facing bedroom showcases a dramatic portrait of the Empire State building along with sweeping city views. The 2nd bedroom provides tranquil East River views with a luxurious en-suite bathroom fitted with Hasia Marble. The ultra-luxurious Zuma soaking tub, custom rainfall glass shower, dual vanities, Grohe fixtures, marble floors and walls are a few highlights of the 2.5 exceptional bathrooms. California closets throughout the apartment + motorized solar shades with blackouts in both bedrooms and an in-unit Miele washer and dryer.
400 Fifth Avenue is a magnificent 58 story contemporary tower that offers the finest white glove service in Manhattan. 24-hour concierge and doorman with a private lobby entrance on 36th Street. Room service from Ai Fiori a Michelin-starred restaurant, maid service, state-of-the-art 3,000 SF fitness center and a full spa experience from Chuan Spa Health + Wellness.
A residents' lounge with wraparound terrace, fireplace, kitchen, pool table, and a full-floor business center. Live-in resident manager. Conveniently located between Bryant Park and the Empire State Building on Manhattan's most prestigious avenue, this residence is only steps away from enduring landmarks and surroundings that embody the dynamic spirit of the City. | travel |
http://bellagio-by-the-sea-collaroy-beach.sydneyhotelsnet.com/en/ | 2017-12-18T22:08:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-51/segments/1512948627628.96/warc/CC-MAIN-20171218215655-20171219001655-00118.warc.gz | 0.940478 | 259 | CC-MAIN-2017-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-51__0__83062224 | en | Bellagio By The Sea - Collaroy Beach
The excellent 4-star Bellagio By The Sea - Collaroy Beach Hotel is a great place to stay in Sydney. Bellagio By The Sea - Collaroy Beach Hotel has been welcoming guests to its individual rooms since 2004.
The venue is placed next to sandy beaches. Such Sydney sights as National Artillery Museum and Observatory Hill are all within reach.
Welcoming guests with a rooftop terrace, an indoor swimming pool and a courtyard, the hotel is placed next to golf courses, restaurants and cafés.
This property comprises 30 rooms featuring two-bedroom penthouse, penthouse two-bedroom apartment and two-bedroom apartment with a mini bar, TV, a balcony, a fridge and a sofa. Some rooms offer a beautiful view of the ocean. The rooms feature en suite bathrooms as well as a microwave, coffee/tea makers and a cooker for self-catering.
Bellagio By The Sea - Collaroy Beach Hotel is within a 35-minute drive to Kingsford Smith airport.
Guests can benefit from a baggage storage, a garage and a lift.
A health club, a Jacuzzi and a sauna are offered for guests' enjoyment. | travel |
https://www.themagicalmansion.com/ | 2024-04-17T14:24:28 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817158.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20240417142102-20240417172102-00843.warc.gz | 0.945042 | 1,544 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__75104597 | en | Located in the gated Storey Lakes Resort, this modern 8 bedroom, 5 bathroom home is the perfect place for large groups looking to stay near all the action of central Florida.
This vacation home invites kids of all ages to let their imaginations run wild. The home features themed bedrooms, a state-of-the-art game room, a private pool and hot tub, an in-home movie theater, and tons of other unique amenities.
Full in-home theatre
Sleeps 22 guests
Movies come to life!
With Hot Tub!
Just minutes from the world's top theme parks!
"Would give 10 stars if possible!" - First family vacation. Property is exactly as shown but even better in person! The rooms are huge and very cozy. There were so many amenities I was surprised. We loved it. The community it beautiful and everyone was friendly. Would give 10 stars if possible! This property does not disappoint. Our host was very accommodating and understanding of last minute changes and always responded promptly when contacted. This was awesome! Please book if considering for a large group. We had extra beds with 10 people. Part of the family didn't come but we still would have had extra beds if they had!
Great location and all the amenities we could ever need
This home was spacious and very well decorated throughout. We loved the themed bedrooms and especially the Star Wars themed game room. The theater added a fun place to unwind and put up our feet after days in the theme parks.
"5 Stars all day!!"
Beautiful place and Akanksha is a wonderful host that goes above and beyond for her guests!! Enjoyed our weekend very much didnt want to leave the house is very accomadating and kids had a blast. Rooms are very clean and beautifully decorated. Would recommend to all !! Close to everything you need as well conveniently located. 5 stars all day!!
💯 The best home in the area!!!
Hands down we will go back and refer others!
The home sleeps 20 guests and includes a Star Wars game room, private pool, hot tub, free resort amenities. Located just 12 minutes from Disney World, 20 minutes from SeaWorld and 26 minutes from Universal Studios, there is ALWAYS something fun nearby!
We are located in the gated Storey Lakes resort. This modern 8 bedroom, 5 bathroom home is the perfect place for large groups looking to stay near all the action of central Florida. Aside from an amazing location, guests who stay at the villa will have free access to all the resort amenities, including a huge pool, sports courts, a lazy river, and more.
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About the space: This vacation home invites kids of all ages to let their imaginations run wild. The home features themed bedrooms, a state-of-the-art game room, a private pool and hot tub, an in-home movie theater, and tons of other unique amenities.
☆ BEDROOMS ☆
The eight-bedroom home can sleep up to 20 guests comfortably and each bedroom is tastefully designed keeping all age groups in mind.
Bedroom 1 is located on the first level and is outfitted with a king-size bed, a crib, and a private en-suite bathroom.
Bedroom 2 is located on the first level and features a king-size bed.
Bedrooms 3, 4, and 5 are all located on the second floor and all come equipped with king-size beds.
Bedroom 6 is a NASA-themed bedroom, complete with fun decor, 2 full-size beds, and a TV.
Bedroom 7 is made for the Harry Potter fans in your group and features twin bunk beds and 1 twin-size bed.
Bedroom 8 is Cars-themed and boasts twin bunk beds and an additional twin-size bed.
☆ BATHROOMS ☆
The villa offers five full bathrooms - three of which are en suite and two of which are Jack & Jill style bathrooms.
☆ KITCHEN ☆
The sleek and fully stocked kitchen has everything you’ll need for whipping up tasty group meals, including an oven, stove, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, toaster, blender, coffee maker, pots and pans, dishes, silverware, and more.
Enjoy your meals at the breakfast counter (which offers seating for 6), or head over to the large dining table which can seat up to 12.
☆ LIVING ROOM ☆
The living room is the perfect place to lounge after a long day of family fun. Kick back on the large sectional with a good book, or turn on the large flat-screen TV to catch up on your favorite shows.
☆ GAME ROOM ☆
One of the highlights of the house is the Star Wars-themed game room. Challenge your friends to a game of air hockey, practice sinking shots on the pool table, or play on the Star Wars arcade game. This room also features a karaoke corner, complete with a stage, seating, and even a disco ball!
☆ MOVIE THEATER ☆
The in-home movie theater is another favorite room in the vacation home. The whole family can enjoy movie nights on a big projection screen that measures over 120 inches! Pick between a comfortable recliner chair or one of the bean bag chairs, then with your popcorn in hand, press play!
☆ LOFT ☆
The upstairs loft is Tiki Bar-themed and offers additional space for playing, watching TV, and relaxing.
☆ OUTDOOR AREAS ☆
You could also spend some time relaxing in your own private heated pool and hot tub. Tucked into a screened lanai, the spa area is great for sunbathing, relaxing, and splashing around for an afternoon or two. *Pool and SPA Heat Fee $40 per day, please request pool heat before your arrival. The pool will heat 1 degree per hour to reach its max setting (Pool 88 degrees and Spa 102 degrees max).
The villa is also equipped with an outdoor BBQ grill. *(Please note that guests are responsible for filling up the propane gas tank. Additional cleaning charges apply. Please check with the host at the time of making the reservation.)
You will also have access to the resort’s luxury clubhouse - the Hideaway Club. The resort clubhouse amenities are free to all guests and include multiple sports courts, children's playgrounds, as well as a resort-style swimming pool with a splash park.
☀ 8 Spacious bedrooms for up to 20 guests ☀ 5 Full bathrooms ☀ Themed game room ☀ Large in-home movie theater ☀ High-speed WiFi internet ☀ Convenient location near Disney, Universal, and more ☀ Complimentary resort amenities
Spa | Huge Resort Style Pool | Jacuzzi | Waterpark, Slides, & Splash Pad | Lazy River | Lake | Lounge | Cabanas | Mini Golf | Tennis Courts | Volleyball Court | Basketball Courts | Fitness Center | Kids Play Area | Resort Meeting Rooms | Concierge Service | Gated Community W/ 24 Hour Security
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http://moraluniversal.com/ | 2019-05-20T08:35:18 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232255837.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20190520081942-20190520103942-00299.warc.gz | 0.946157 | 128 | CC-MAIN-2019-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-22__0__217214772 | en | Our apartment is located right in the historical centre of La Palma, next to a huge black sand beach, within a few minutes of the port and airport. This island is, arguably, the most beautiful and preserved of all the Canaries. Here you will enjoy tourism, natural and cultural activities. All without the hassle and overcrowding of touristic areas.
The flat is surrounded by old buildings and the main shopping streets of the island. There are relics of Spain’s colonial past, bars, cafes and restaurants of all kinds, museums, boutiques, the market selling fresh, local produce, and of course the beach. | travel |
http://hotel-pushp-villa-agra.hotelsgds.com/ | 2018-12-15T13:54:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-51/segments/1544376826856.91/warc/CC-MAIN-20181215131038-20181215153038-00542.warc.gz | 0.905879 | 256 | CC-MAIN-2018-51 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-51__0__177661574 | en | Hotel Pushp Villa in Agra, is a superb hotel. In Agra, Hotel Pushp Villa offers online booking and comfortable living. Contact Hotel Pushp Villa in Agra for tariffs.
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Hotel Pushp Villa
Hotel Pushp Villa, Agra is one of the leading luxury hotels in Agra and is a stroll away from world famous Taj Mahal. Both the interiors and the exteriors glitter with purity and novelty to leave the guests mesmerized. The lavish decor and creative designs sprinkled with superlative hospitality dominates the whole premises and offers an utterly breathtaking lodging experience.
An impressive range of facilities offered by the hotel includes Travel agent, Car parking, High speed internet, Beauty salon, Handicap chair, Meeting rooms, the cafe, foreign currency exchange, Florist, Dining, Conferences and Banquets.
The hotel has two exotic dining spaces, 'Merry Go-Round' and 'Fuel- The bar' much to the delight of discerning guests. Merry Go-Round is the only revolving restaurant of Agra known to offer mouth-watering delicacies with recollections of past. It serves Chinese, Indian and Continental cuisines. | travel |
https://triadselectauto.com/greensboro-science-center/ | 2024-02-23T01:00:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473871.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222225655-20240223015655-00317.warc.gz | 0.872274 | 805 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__59989763 | en | Nestled in the heart of Greensboro, North Carolina, the Greensboro Science Center stands as a unique amalgamation of an aquarium, museum, and zoo. A treasure trove of educational and entertaining experiences, this multifaceted destination beckons families and friends to embark on a captivating journey of discovery. Let’s delve into the various facets that make the Greensboro Science Center an exceptional destination for a day filled with wonder and exploration.
Dive into the Depths: The Indoor Aquarium
The indoor aquarium at the Greensboro Science Center offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the aquatic world, featuring an array of charismatic penguins, lovable otters, vibrant fish, sharks, and enchanting jellyfish. The immersive experience extends beyond observation with a stingray touch tank, providing visitors the exhilarating opportunity to interact with rays and even small sharks. Be sure to consult the daily schedule to catch thrilling events like dives, shark feedings, or the endearing penguin feeding sessions.
Roaming with Wildlife: The Outdoor Zoo
Step into the outdoor zoo, where the wonders of the animal kingdom come to life. Witness a crocodile basking in the sun, gibbons gracefully swinging across their exhibit, and meerkats standing guard in their charming habitat. The farmyard offers hands-on fun for visitors, allowing them to pet goats and sheep, explore a farmhouse, and observe the growth of North Carolina crops like cotton from seed to harvest. For the adventurous souls, the SKYWILD aerial adventure park beckons with ziplines, slides, climbs, and flights through the treetops.
Unveiling Nature’s Secrets: The Museum
The museum at Greensboro Science Center unveils a world of knowledge through diverse exhibits covering topics ranging from dinosaurs to weather. SciPlay Bay, an interactive play space designed for the youngest explorers, serves as a haven for unleashing imaginations. Venture to the lower level of the museum to encounter reptiles, amphibians, and insects, adding an extra layer of fascination to the visit. Engage in shows and interactive experiences, whether it’s a captivating OmniSphere Theater show, a meet-and-greet with Tai the red panda, or an Adventure Theater production featuring characters like Indiana Bones or musical meerkats. Check this out.
Educational Entertainment: SciPlay Bay and Beyond
SciPlay Bay, nestled within the museum, emerges as a focal point for interactive and educational play. This dedicated space caters to the youngest members of the exploration team, providing a platform for them to exercise their imaginations while learning. The lower level of the museum, a hub for reptiles, amphibians, and insects, invites visitors to delve into the fascinating world of biodiversity, adding a touch of hands-on learning to the overall experience.
A Day of Adventure: SKYWILD Treetop Adventure Park
For those seeking an adrenaline rush, the SKYWILD Treetop Adventure Park offers a thrilling escape into the canopy. Visitors can zip, slide, climb, and fly through the trees, experiencing nature from a perspective that transcends the ordinary. This treetop adventure park serves as a testament to Greensboro Science Center’s commitment to blending education with exhilaration, creating an environment where adventure and discovery go hand in hand.
A Year of Exploration and Beyond
As the Greensboro Science Center celebrates its one-year anniversary, it stands as a testament to a year filled with exploration, education, and entertainment. The seamless integration of an aquarium, museum, and zoo within a single location offers a holistic experience for visitors of all ages. From the captivating indoor aquarium to the outdoor zoo with its diverse wildlife, and the enriching museum experiences, Greensboro Science Center beckons individuals and families to embark on a journey of discovery. Here’s to a year of wonder, and to many more years of unveiling the mysteries of science and nature! | travel |
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Explore this site to discover Dorset's varied landscape, internationally important wildlife, ancient hill forts, unique chalk figures and distinctive towns and villages.
Packed with information for visitors to Englands first Natural World Heritage Site, which stretches 95 miles between Old Harry Rocks in Dorset to Orcombe Point at Exmouth in East Devon. | travel |
https://ananeumannblog.wordpress.com/2017/12/11/sitka-alaska/ | 2019-01-16T18:56:56 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-04/segments/1547583657557.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20190116175238-20190116201238-00088.warc.gz | 0.965725 | 388 | CC-MAIN-2019-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-04__0__167197436 | en | Last month, I had the opportunity to visit Sitka, Alaska. This little town located on Baranof Island in the southeastern Alaskan panhandle absolutely stole my heart. I have never before experienced such untouched and raw natural beauty. I was pleasantly surprised to see the abundance of wildlife thriving on and around the island – including seals, sea lions, otters, jellyfish, humpback whales and too many bald eagles to count. We even got a private tour of the Alaska Raptor Center, a rehabilitation center that provides medical treatment for injured bald eagles, hawks, owls and other birds. My top wildlife experience while in Sitka, however, has got to be witnessing a humpback whale surface only 10 feet away from our boat. Anyone who knows me knows how much I love whales so this encounter truly was a dream come true.
I was blessed with clear, sunny weather during my time in Sitka so we were able to fully immerse ourselves in nature and go on multiple amazing hikes. By far the most memorable of these was the hike to the top of Mt. Verstovia, a 3,000ft peak that rises above Sitka Sound and offers absolutely stunning 360 degree views. Looking west, you see the town of Sitka below and Pacific ocean that stretches out and eventually touches Russia. Looking south, you have a great view of Silver Bay and the mountains / glaciers in the distance. We could even see whales surfacing in the channel below us.
We also spent the night on a floating cabin in the middle of the ocean (best stars I’ve ever seen) on our way south to Goddard Hot Springs. These undeveloped, natural mineral springs can only be reached by boat and provided a truly Alaskan experience.
I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to visit such a stunning place and cannot wait to explore other parts of Alaska someday! | travel |
https://www.geoexpro.com/articles/2016/12/an-isolated-island-geopark-in-the-sea-of-japan | 2022-08-16T18:46:47 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572515.15/warc/CC-MAIN-20220816181215-20220816211215-00196.warc.gz | 0.947497 | 1,741 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__66790234 | en | UNESCO Global Geoparks are often found in remote locations around the world, and the Oki Islands UNESCO Global Geopark is no exception, consisting of a group of isolated islands located in the Sea of Japan, between the Japanese Archipelago and the Asian Continent. The geopark has a total area of 673.5 km2 and encompasses four inhabited islands - Nishinoshima, Nakanoshima, Chiburijima (the Dozen Islands) and the larger Dogo Island - as well as numerous uninhabited islands and a sea area stretching 1 km from the coast.
This distant island group makes a stark contrast to the sprawling crowded cities that may come to mind when one thinks of Japan. With a population of only around 20,000, the islands encompass vast and untouched nature, coasts dotted with tranquil fishing villages, and a rich cultural history.
Alongside idyllic island scenery, the Oki Islands feature impressive geological features that tell a story much greater than the formation of the islands themselves.
Small Islands in the Sea of Japan
The landscapes of the Oki Islands are quite unlike those of the rest of the Japanese mainland and surrounding islands. They reveal an unusual combination of geological features that tell the story of the formation of the Sea of Japan. A marginal sea surrounded on one side by the Asian continent and on the other by the Japanese Archipelago, the Sea of Japan was formed by the back-arc spreading of the continental plate from around 26 to 10 million years ago.
Records of the expansion of the sea can be found in the rocks of the Oki Islands, which are separated into two main areas: the three Dozen Islands, and the largest island, Dogo.
These islands were created by vigorous volcanic activity via two large volcanoes around seven million years ago which also uplifted the basement rock, comprising Oki gneiss, a metamorphic rock that formed on the eastern margin of the Eurasian continent 250 million years ago, long before the opening of the Sea of Japan. This rock, often referred to as the ‘backbone of Japan’, is a precious piece of history revealing the continental origin of the Japanese archipelago and the fragmentation of the continent. Oki gneiss is easily visible in an exposed outcrop in the largest mountain of the islands, Mt. Daimanji, on Dogo Island. In the polished surface of the cliff face visitors can admire the black and white banding and mineral crystals such as garnet within the rocks.
Besides Oki gneiss, lacustrine and marine deposits found around the geopark record the stages of formation of the Sea of Japan and provide important information about the environment at the time. One particularly scenic site on the Jodogaura Coast in north-west Dogo Island features sediments that were deposited in a huge lake that formed on the continent around 26 million years ago.
Eroded Coasts and Mantle Pebbles
The powerful volcanic history that formed the islands can be observed in the awe-inspiring indented coasts of the islands, which are continuously transforming under heavy erosion from the sea and strong north-westerly winds from Asia. These coastlines are text-book examples of coastal erosion, with vast sea cliffs, eroded archways, sea caves and strangely shaped stacks, all in close proximity. One distinctive rock in Dogo Island is shaped remarkably like a candle and can be seen lit by the sun at sunset from sightseeing boats.
Twelve kilometers to the west of Dogo, the massive sea-cliffs of the Dozen Islands expose incredible views of the cross-section of a volcano, such as Sekiheki (Red Cliff) on Chiburijima Island or Matengai Cliff on Nishinoshima Island. A spectacular walking track will take you from the top of Matengai Cliff, through open pastures with horses and cattle and down to a magnificent eroded arch called Tsutenkyo on the coast. The high pastoral landscapes on the mountain tops of these islands are still used today as grazing land. The undulating fields are remnants of a rotation farming method developed on the islands to maximize the use of the steep terrain and thin soil. You may find some stone walls that were used to mark out the fields up until the mid-20th century.
Evidence of another type of volcanic activity that occurred here can be found on a nearby uninhabited island, called Kuroshima, or Black Island. This island contains abundant mantle xenoliths, which are fragments of the upper mantle brought up from a depth of more than 25 km beneath the Earth’s crust during eruptions of basaltic lava. These mantle xenoliths are exposed in the cliffs of the island, but are also commonly found in pebbles and rocks washed up on the beach, so they tell us about the internal structure of the Earth’s mantle while we are strolling along the beach, and are commonly used in Earth science education and tourism.
Ancient Culture and the Ecosystem
Another important geological asset of the islands is the presence of ‘volcanic glass’, obsidian, one of the major materials used to make stone tools in the Paleolithic. Though obsidian can be found in numerous areas of Japan, in only a few places was it mined and used to make stone tools.
Artifacts of stone tools made with Oki obsidian found across the mainland of Japan tell us that it was a highly valued resource that was traded widely up to 30,000 years ago. Today, obsidian fragments and outcrops can be easily found on the north-west and southern coasts of Dogo Island. Visitors can participate in educational obsidian arrowhead-making experiences, or simply have a chat with Mr. Yawata, who facilitates research of archeological sites around the obsidian outcrops and has a permit from the Ministry of the Environment to mine a small amount of obsidian every year.
In general, culture and traditions on the islands have been preserved with little influence from outside, and a number of unique or rare festivals and ceremonies can still be observed here. Moreover, the mountainous terrain of the islands has preserved a cultural diversity within the islands themselves, and one can find a multitude of different festivals celebrated in the villages around the islands today. Numerous shrines date back over 1,000 years, including primitive tree shrines still preserved in the forest.
Closely connected to the geological history of the land is the unique ecosystem found on the islands. Though they are isolated, the stretch of sea between the islands and the mainland is less than 100m deep. As a result, the islands have been connected to the mainland during glacial ages a number of times throughout history. The unusual distribution of southern and northern plants found on the islands, including the presence of subalpine plants in coastal areas, is a remnant of the most recent glacial age which occurred 20,000 years ago. Alongside this, a number of endemic plants and animals have evolved in isolation on the islands, such as the Oki salamander, the Oki hare, and the Oki rhododendron.
A New Geopark Initiative
The Oki Islands Geopark developed from a grassroots ecotourism initiative called the ‘Kaze-machi Kaido Club’, and was designated as a Global Geopark in 2013. The work of the geopark is changing the way that local people and visitors view the islands, and paving the way for preservation and a holistic and sustainable use of their geological, biological and cultural resources.
Like many remote areas around Japan, the islands show a rapid decline in population and visitor numbers. Consequently, one of the core goals of the geopark is to help create new employment opportunities in the areas of tourism, preservation and education, and to promote the islands both domestically and internationally. Thanks to the work of the geopark, visitors and local residents can discover the story of the Earth that this region has to tell, and experience the stunning landscape through geo-tours, trekking, or geo-seakayaking tours, accompanied by qualified geopark guides. Self-guided visitors can also enjoy the geopark with signboards, maps, walking trails and other facilities.
The slogan of the geopark is ‘Discover Connections', as the connections between the land, nature and culture to be found here are infinite. Why not come to the Oki Islands to discover some of these connections for yourself? | travel |
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Nestled between the beach at Cockerham and the Forest of Bowland, Patty’s Barn is a perfect venue for our getaway. You’ll turn off the main road down Hillam Lane, pass some sheep to find our spot at the end of the lane.
Patty’s Barn is a renovated barn conversion full of character and original features. Patty’s is a beautiful venue made up of luxury cottages for your call home for the weekend.
All cottages come equipped with everything you need to make yourself feel at home: towels, linen, and our all natural shower products by Pure Lakes are included.
There are rural views from every cottage and from the outside you have surrounding panoramic views, to the north, the Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site, the east, you can watch the sunrise over The Forest of Bowland AONB and to the west, you can watch the sun melt into the Irish Sea across the Fylde Coastline. The food is incredible – all locally sourced and cooked by a fantastic local chef. | travel |
https://onlinefreecalculator.net/gas-buddy-trip-calculator/ | 2024-02-23T02:58:39 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474360.86/warc/CC-MAIN-20240223021632-20240223051632-00643.warc.gz | 0.887782 | 1,738 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__48393245 | en | In today’s world of fluctuating fuel prices and increasing environmental concerns, planning a road trip involves not just mapping out the route but also calculating fuel costs and finding ways to optimize fuel consumption. The GasBuddy Trip Calculator comes to the rescue as an invaluable tool for estimating your trip’s fuel expenses and helping you locate the most budget-friendly gas stations along your journey. Designed with user convenience in mind, this innovative calculator helps you plan a fuel-efficient road trip with ease, making your adventure more enjoyable and cost-effective.
How GasBuddy Trip Calculator Works
The GasBuddy Trip Calculator is an intuitive and user-friendly tool that makes calculating your road trip’s fuel expenses a breeze. With a few simple steps, you can get an accurate estimation of your trip’s fuel consumption and cost, allowing you to budget and plan more effectively. Here’s how it works:
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- Select vehicle type and fuel efficiency: Next, you’ll need to choose your vehicle’s make, model, and year from a comprehensive list provided by the calculator. This information allows the tool to estimate your vehicle’s fuel efficiency, which plays a significant role in calculating fuel consumption and costs.
- Choose fuel type and location: Specify the type of fuel your vehicle uses, such as regular unleaded, premium, diesel, or alternative fuels. Additionally, select the region or country where you’ll be traveling, as fuel prices vary from one location to another.
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Integrating GasBuddy Trip Calculator with GasBuddy App
Integrating the GasBuddy Trip Calculator with the GasBuddy App enhances your road trip planning experience by offering additional features that can save you money and time. When used together, these tools provide a comprehensive solution to help you make the most of your journey. Here’s how they work in tandem:
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- Real-time updates on fuel prices and station locations: The GasBuddy App provides users with up-to-date information on fuel prices and gas station locations. This feature is especially useful when integrated with the Trip Calculator, as it allows you to adjust your route or fuel stop plans if prices or station availability change during your journey.
In summary, combining the GasBuddy Trip Calculator with the GasBuddy App offers a comprehensive and powerful solution for planning a fuel-efficient and cost-effective road trip. With real-time information, rewards programs, and an easy-to-use interface, you can confidently embark on your journey knowing that you have the tools to optimize your fuel expenses and make your adventure more enjoyable.
Tips for a Fuel-Efficient Road Trip
Embarking on a fuel-efficient road trip not only saves you money but also helps reduce your environmental impact. Here are some practical tips to help you get the most out of your journey while minimizing fuel consumption:
- Proper vehicle maintenance: Before hitting the road, ensure your vehicle is in optimal condition. Check tire pressure, change the oil, and replace any worn-out parts, such as air filters or spark plugs. A well-maintained vehicle consumes fuel more efficiently and reduces the risk of breakdowns or costly repairs during your trip.
- Adopt eco-friendly driving habits: Practice fuel-saving driving techniques, such as gradual acceleration, maintaining a consistent speed, and avoiding sudden braking. Using cruise control on long stretches of highway can also help maintain a steady speed and reduce fuel consumption.
- Plan your route strategically: When planning your route, consider factors like traffic, road conditions, and terrain. Avoid congested areas or routes with frequent stops, and opt for highways or roads with smoother surfaces, as these conditions contribute to better fuel efficiency.
- Travel light: Excess weight in your vehicle can significantly impact fuel consumption. Remove any unnecessary items from your car, and pack only what you need for the trip. Additionally, avoid using rooftop cargo carriers, as they create drag and increase fuel consumption.
- Minimize idling: Extended periods of idling waste fuel and contribute to air pollution. Turn off your engine when you’re parked or waiting for extended periods.
- Use air conditioning wisely: Running the air conditioning can increase fuel consumption. When possible, use the air conditioning sparingly, and opt for open windows or vents for fresh air, especially at lower speeds.
- Utilize fuel-saving technology and apps: Take advantage of tools like the GasBuddy Trip Calculator and other fuel efficiency apps to plan your route, monitor your driving habits, and locate the best fuel prices along your journey.
By incorporating these fuel-efficient practices into your road trip planning and execution, you can enjoy your adventure while minimizing your fuel expenses and environmental impact.
Comparing GasBuddy Trip Calculator with Other Fuel Cost Calculators
When planning a road trip, it’s essential to compare different fuel cost calculators to find the one that best suits your needs. Here, we will compare the GasBuddy Trip Calculator with other popular fuel cost calculators, highlighting their key features, pros, and cons to help you make an informed decision.
GasBuddy Trip Calculator
- Accurate fuel cost estimation
- Extensive vehicle database
- Real-time gas price updates
- Integration with the GasBuddy App
AAA TripTik Travel Planner
- Fuel cost estimation
- Route planning
- Points of interest
- Lodging options.
FuelEconomy.gov Trip Calculator
- Fuel cost estimation based on the official U.S. government source for fuel economy information
- Customizable fuel prices
- Carbon emissions calculator
MyTripCalculator by Webfleet Solutions
- Fuel cost estimation,
- Distance and time calculation
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In conclusion, the GasBuddy Trip Calculator is a valuable tool for anyone planning a road trip, as it simplifies the process of estimating fuel costs and finding the most budget-friendly gas stations along the route. With its user-friendly interface, real-time gas price updates, and integration with the GasBuddy App, this calculator offers a comprehensive solution for planning a fuel-efficient and enjoyable journey. By comparing it with other fuel cost calculators, it’s evident that the GasBuddy Trip Calculator stands out in terms of features and convenience. So, the next time you’re gearing up for a road trip, consider using the GasBuddy Trip Calculator to optimize your fuel expenses and make your adventure more cost-effective. For additional resources and support, don’t hesitate to explore the GasBuddy website or contact their customer service team. | travel |
https://grynsey.com/2015/09/08/amsterdam-with-lana-and-sebastian/ | 2023-06-02T21:13:32 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224648858.14/warc/CC-MAIN-20230602204755-20230602234755-00543.warc.gz | 0.975071 | 1,610 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__179497600 | en | It was 3.45pm and I was sat at my desk eagerly counting down the last fifteen minutes of my working week. At 4.00pm I was heading straight to the airport for a standard ‘airport pint’ before catching a flight to Amsterdam to visit my best friend Lana…or at least that was the plan. With only a few minutes to go, the standard ‘have you got your passport’ joke was asked… and to my horror the answer to that ‘joke’ was ‘Oh my goodness, NO I do NOT’! I think it took a couple of minutes to actually sink in that YES I definitely do need my passport for a flight to Amsterdam and NO I definitely don’t have it with me! So, without a second thought (and only 90 minutes til take-off) I dashed back into the city and back out again to Dyce (via the infamous Haudigan roundabout) with only minutes to spare! I arrived at the airport 20 minutes before take-off (sadly no time for that sought after airport pint)… maybe next time.
One smooth flight later and I arrive in Amsterdam to be greeted by Lana and Seb at the arrival gates. So happy to have finally made it and even more excited at spending the next two days exploring a city I’ve never experienced before with my favorite wee European!
A short walk from Centraal Station to Lijnbaanssteeg took us to Tales and Spirits, a quirky wee cocktail bar with a couple of outlandish bartenders who had an unexpected knowledge of our home town. Taken aback with their hollers of ‘Aber-dream’ and their familiarity of the ‘Great Granite City’ we sipped contently on cocktail after cocktail catching up on the last few weeks.
We awoke on Friday to some wild rain storms. Not too disheartened with the weather, we linked arms, cozied up under the umbrella and walked the beautiful flower-lined streets of Amsterdam. On our walk to brunch, we stopped off to shelter from the rain at the Rijksmuseum and also saw the giant ‘Amsterdam’ sign which stands tall in front of the building, complete with the hoards of tourists.
We arrived at Bakers and Roasters, a cool New Zealand style brunch cafe with Mexican and Brazilian influences. The menu was awesome – but we both settled on the Huevos Rancheros – a tortilla topped with black beans, melted cheese, fried eggs, avocado, tomato salsa and sour cream, WOW! A couple of coffee stops later, we decided to retire back to Lana’s luxurious apartment for a few glasses of wine and to welcome Seb back from his long day at work. A few bottles of wine later we walked to De Italiaan on Bosboom Toussaint Straat (in the rain) and had one of the best Italian meals I’ve ever had. It was a traditional candle lit Italian restaurant, filled with locals and with only 10 or so tables we were lucky to have made reservations. Great night out with Lana and Seb!
The next day Seb set out to impress early doors with his epic European-style breakfast. Displayed perfectly on the dining room table myself and Lana were in for a treat; freshly toasted croissants, smoked salmon, cheese, avocado, tomatoes, coffee and freshly squeezed orange juice! Beautiful. It was looking more pleasant outside with only short scattered showers in between long periods of sunshine, not perfect – but better than yesterdays washout.
As their apartment looks on to Vondelpark we decided to make the most of the weather and got on our bikes for a cycle round the park. A pit stop off for a beer at the cafe in Vondelpark had Seb suggesting he could make us some Espresso Martinis, so off we went back to the apartment for Seb’s latest creation. Lana and I sat eagle-eyed watching closely as Seb nervously ‘convinced’ us he was confident with his recipe. Twenty (amusingly long) minutes later, three Espresso Martinis were served! They looked great, sure – they didn’t come garnished with coffee beans nor a standard frothy white top, but they did look drinkable. We all took our first sips at the same time only to erupt in fits of laughter at its pungent twang; it left hairs on your chest and a bitter burn in your throat! We chugged (forced) it down and left the apartment for our second excursion of the day.
We rented a wee eight seater power boat to take us around the many sights of Amsterdam, what a way to see the city! Complete with snacks, beers, wine and a sound system we floated in and out of the maze that is the Amsterdam canals, only mooring up under a bridge when a particularly heavy rain shower appeared. It got rather cold after a couple of hours of sailing so we tied up the boat and ran to the nearest bar for some warmth. It was the strangest bar I’ve ever been to. It was essentially an Italian restaurant with a few stools propped at the bar, so we took out seats. It was by far some of the sassiest, most arrogant customer service I have ever experienced. Having queried the status of our cocktails 20 minutes after ordering, we were told to ‘chill-out’, and that my pre-ordered Amaretto Sour had left a rather ‘sour’ atmosphere. Drinks finally arrived and were consumed within a fifth of the time it took to make them. We paid the bill and were about to leave when the waitress burst into tune and started walking around the restaurant singing Classical Opera. Bizarre experience.
After our drink, we grabbed our boat and headed for the pier. With Seb behind the wheel we thought we were in good hands until we crashed up the rear-end of a 60 seater tourist boat… only to then ricochet full force, face first into the canal wall! Trying to steer through fits of laughter and one burst lip (Seb) we were asked if we were ‘all ok’ by the captain of the tourist boat. Safe to say we provided some light entertainment to the previously bored looking passengers.
We got home in time for Seb to try out round two of his Espresso Martinis – and this time he nailed it! We sipped them on their rooftop terrazzo overlooking the city (but didn’t last long before we had to dash downstairs to escape the passing shower).
We finished out final night by eating out at Srikandi, an Indonesian Restaurant over on Stadhouderskade. The food was nice, and the restaurant was very traditionally Indonesian – I had crispy duck served with a peanut sauce and special fried rice. Portions were massive, so we were sent away with a doggy bag full of food – I think we’d maybe munched on too many Pringles on our boat trip! After our meal, we skipped a trip to the Red Light District in favour of heading straight for home. We were bedded by midnight… well it was a busy day!
An early flight meant that I needed to be at the airport by 8am – with passport well and truly zipped into my handbag. Lana and Seb walked me to the bus stop and we said our tearful goodbyes. I really had the best weekend ever; filled with so much laughter, good food, even better wine and the best company anyone could ask for.
Who knows when I’ll be back to this beautiful city or when we will all be reunited… a new adventure awaits! | travel |
https://thecampingbuddy.com/how-to-live-in-a-tent-long-term/ | 2023-04-01T13:55:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296950030.57/warc/CC-MAIN-20230401125552-20230401155552-00662.warc.gz | 0.950111 | 2,933 | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-14__0__47312411 | en | Living in a tent full-time can be an incredible experience, helping you get away from the world while learning a lot about yourself. However, it’s much different than your typical camping trip and not something you can decide to do on a whim one night.
Not only does tent living take careful planning, but it is also a significant lifestyle change that those planning to do it must be ready for.
Fortunately, I spent over a year living out of my tent while traveling to various destinations across the United States, and I’m about to share what I’ve learned through that experience in this article.
Below, you’ll receive a complete guide to living in a tent, including preparation steps, pros and cons, and how to decide if it’s the right choice for you.
Complete Guide to Living in a Tent
If you’re going to live in a tent long-term, there are several steps you should take to prepare. Make sure you have the following 10 boxes checked before you head out to your first camping destination.
1. Know the Local Camping Laws and Regulations
Living in a tent is not as simple as throwing your canvas tent down on the first piece of public land you see and calling it a day. There are many laws and regulations around what you can do when camping, even at free campsites, so it’s important to check on those before you go anywhere.
Most public campgrounds require a fee to camp long-term and often have limits for how long you can stay, for example.
2. Choose the Right Tent for Long-Term Living
Your typical dome tent might work for a weekend camping trip, but it is vastly under-equipped for tent living. Instead, you should opt for a large, high-quality canvas tent.
Canvas tents are the best choice for full-time tent camping for a few reasons. First, they are made of thick, sturdy materials, which will help them resist all weather conditions from the cold to the rain. Second, canvas tents have a cabin-like structure, which will maximize the space inside for your belongings.
3. Prepare for the Weather
You’ll be much more exposed to the elements when living in a tent, so you need to be prepared for all possible conditions.
Make sure that you have clothes for both hot and cold weather. Be mindful of where you pitch your tent (not at the bottom of a hill!) to avoid rainwater puddling inside. You should also keep your tent firmly staked at all times in case a sudden windstorm blows in.
4. Plan Out Your Food Situation Well in Advance
Before you decide where you’re going to camp, you should know where you’re going to get your food and how you’ll cook it. If you’re going to buy your food, make sure there is a grocery store nearby. If you’re going to hunt, learn about the local game near your campsite and if it’s possible to sustain yourself on it.
As far as cooking goes, we’d highly recommend a wood stove or other type of camp stove for anything you might buy or hunt. A few pots, pans, and some silverware also wouldn’t hurt to have with you at all times.
5. Invest in a Quality Cooler for Food Storage
Since you likely won’t have a fridge to keep all of your food in, a cooler is the next best option. And since you’ll be highly reliant on it to store food, we’d suggest splurging for a high-quality and dependable option.
The last thing you want is to wake up in the morning to all of your food spoiled, or worse, seeing that a wild animal got inside overnight and ate everything. Buy a quality cooler the first time to save yourself another trip to the store and the trouble of ordering a new one.
6. Have a System for Your Water Supply
Much like food, you need a plan for how you’ll get water, as you can’t survive without it. One idea is to buy several gallons from a nearby grocery store, but you’ll have to get creative if that’s not an option.
You could camp near a lake or river that has drinkable water. You also might want to set up instruments to catch rainwater outside your tent, which can serve as another source to drink from.
7. Make Your Tent Comfortable
Your tent will be your home for the foreseeable future, so you may as well make it as comfortable as possible.
Buy a few rugs to cover up and add style to the floor. They’ll also have the added benefit of protecting you from the cold ground when winter camping.
You should also ditch the sleeping bag and get something a bit better for sleeping on every night, such as a camping cot or a quality air mattress.
Beyond that, a couple of chairs for eating and relaxing outside are a great addition, and a lantern for some additional light at night is also worth buying.
8. Check the Boxes on Sanitation
Without a shower and bathroom right inside your tent, you’ll need to find other ways to stay clean. Many public campsites offer showers and bathrooms that are free to use, so you should look for places where that is an option.
If not, you could also pay for a nearby gym membership to serve your sanitation needs. Many offer temporary deals if you don’t plan on staying in the same place for an entire month.
If you’re so far out in the wilderness that neither of these two is an option, then you should at least camp near a river or lake where you can bathe yourself. If you don’t have any options, the dirtiness will likely drive you crazy.
9. Prepare for Emergency Situations
While you certainly hope an emergency will never happen, it’s best to be prepared, especially if you’re somewhere further away from a hospital.
No matter where you go, you should at least pack a first aid kit to treat any minor injuries you might get while camping. Trust us, they happen more once you’re outside full-time than simply camping on the weekend.
10. Keep Your Valuables Safe
Camping tents aren’t exactly known for their security, so you should take extra steps to keep your valuables safe. This is especially true if you’re camping around lots of other people you don’t know.
The first thing you should do is get a small safe to lock your valuables inside. Ideally, it will also be heavy enough that a thief can’t just run off with it, even if it might be tougher to transport as well.
Second, you should lock your tent with a small wire lock when you’re sleeping or away from it. While these steps are not guaranteed to keep the thieves away, they will act as a large deterrent.
Things to Think About Before Choosing a Full Time Tent Life
While you’ll have all the tools you need to live in a tent full-time after reading the section above, it’s important to recognize that living this lifestyle is a big decision. Before committing to it, you should think about the benefits and drawbacks, and if it fits your vision for life.
Do you Truly Want to Live in a Tent?
We know that it’s easy to grow tired of the day-to-day grind of life, and maybe you’ve even been on a few extended camping trips before. However, living in a tent long-term is a completely different experience.
While there are benefits, the changes in your lifestyle from traditional living are massive. That’s why we suggest taking a couple of weeks to test it out before you sell your house or something. It could save you major regret down the line.
Are you Ready to Live in a Tent?
As we just said, long-term tent living is an entirely different experience than even a multi-week camping trip, and it comes with several other items you must be prepared for.
If you don’t already have lots of camping experience, with some in harsher environments, we wouldn’t recommend following this lifestyle.
Even if you do, however, you should still consider how you’ll plan to travel, your food and sanitation situation, and more, as these get harder to handle the longer you live in a tent.
Benefits of Tent Living
With the disclaimers out of the way, we’d love to show you some of our favorite parts about living outdoors in a tent.
You Become an Outdoor Skills Expert
Nothing will teach you outdoor skills faster than living in a tent full-time. You’ll be doing things like pitching your tent, adjusting lines and stakes, fishing, hunting, hiking, and more every day.
During that time, you’ll pick up lots of valuable skills, including many that you can’t easily learn or discover online. If you ever bring your more casual camp friends along for a trip, they’ll be highly impressed at what you can do.
Mobility and Freedom to Travel
When you live your life in a tent, the only limit to where you can live is how fast you can get there.
So, if you have a car or an RV, then your entire country is yours to explore. You could go see the national parks in the pacific northwest, the deserts of the southwest, and experience the warm weather of the deep south all in the same year if you desire.
Can Live Simply & Cheaply
Tent living will certainly help you save money compared to your normal lifestyle. Several expenses including rent or a mortgage, utilities, property taxes, and more will no longer weigh you down.
When you’re living in a tent, all you have to deal with are costs for food, clothes, transportation, and some one-time equipment costs. A bargain compared to what your average person will spend to live.
Good for the Environment
If you’re an environmentalist, then the idea of living in a tent full-time should appeal to you big time.
It will massively reduce your carbon footprint, as you will use less gas and electricity than you would at home. You also won’t need to use a car very much, if at all. It’s completely possible to rely on public transportation and buses to move destinations when you want to.
Proven Health Benefits
Traditional tent camping offers an incredible number of health benefits that are ramped up even further when you do it full-time. Here are several:
Increased physical activity
More time outdoors
Less screen time
Relationship building opportunities
Drawbacks of Tent Living
As you might expect, there are also some drawbacks to living in a tent compared to normal life. Make sure you’re prepared to face the challenges below before you choose tent life.
Exposed to the Downsides of Nature
Nature can be a beautiful, but also a dangerous place, and you’ll be exposed to both sides when you’re living in a tent.
On one hand, you’ll constantly have to deal with the weather being not quite right, whether it’s too cold or too hot. You’ll also have to place your tent in places where it won’t be affected as much by the wind or the rain.
You’ll also have to watch out for wild animals. Since your tent will often be full of food, they’ll constantly be looking to get inside and steal some from you. If you’re unlucky, you might also run into a bear or another predator, which could put you in danger.
Sanitation Can be a Problem
We discussed sanitation a bit in the first section, but even if you are always near a gym or public shower at your campsite, sanitation will be more of a pain than at your house or apartment.
It’s annoying to not have a shower and toilet at your immediate convenience, and traveling to find them can get old fast.
Loneliness & Lack of Connection
If you’re living in a tent long-term, you’re probably traveling to different locations fairly frequently, which can make it harder to make new connections. This is even tougher if you’re living alone and can quickly lead to loneliness.
If you go down this path, we suggest finding a like-minded group of campers that you can travel and do activities with. It will make this specific problem much more bearable.
Lower Safety and Security
No matter what you do to keep your valuables safe, a tent will never be as secure as a house. All it takes is a motivated thief with a knife to cut right through your tent walls and they could have free access to your belongings.
Depending on where you’re camping, you might also be on your own in defending yourself. It will be tough for the police to make it out to a remote location in time if you have a sudden run-in with a shady character.
You should protect yourself by carrying a knife or gun, but that won’t guarantee your safety from dangerous situations.
Living in a tent long-term can be one of the most fulfilling experiences of your lifetime, but it’s also a big decision that is not to be taken lightly. Fortunately, you should have enough information to make that decision now that you’ve read our article.
Do you have any other tips on how to live in a tent long-term? If so, please let us know in the comments. Happy camping!
Carl is a content writer for The Camping Buddy, specializing in informational camping articles and product reviews. Carl has been a freelance writer for outdoor news sites while spending his time backpacking across the world. His favorite camping spot is Malaekahana Beach in Hawaii. | travel |
http://www.boathousenj.co/ | 2015-07-02T03:33:57 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-27/segments/1435375095373.99/warc/CC-MAIN-20150627031815-00157-ip-10-179-60-89.ec2.internal.warc.gz | 0.962889 | 179 | CC-MAIN-2015-27 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2015-27__0__177588405 | en | Beginning some time in the 1930′s, the original structure known today as The Boat House Restaurant was built in it’s traditional lake-style form. The first proprietorship to occupy the building was known as the Lotus Landing. The owners provided dining and dancing on Friday and Saturday nights for vacationers traveling to Swartswood Lake. The business changed hands several times throughout the years and it wasn’t until 2006 when current owners Kathy and Ken Snyder took over full deed of the facilities.
Today, The Boat House, after a complete renovation, lends itself to Kathy and Ken’s own creation and while much has changed since the days of Lotus Landing, the rich history and cozy atmosphere remains. Come join us every Tuesday through Sunday from 11am – 9pm and experience the beauty of Swartswood Lake.
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Kathy and Ken Snyder | travel |
https://www.easyconveyance.com/independent-online-profiles-sir-stelios-on-his-50th-birthday/ | 2023-09-30T18:21:46 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-40/segments/1695233510707.90/warc/CC-MAIN-20230930181852-20230930211852-00380.warc.gz | 0.96757 | 1,199 | CC-MAIN-2023-40 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-40__0__199456582 | en | The average Brit born in 1967 has had an interesting journey in terms of the travel options open to them. The Boeing 737 twin-jet first flew 50 years ago, but it would be many years before air travel became affordable.
By 1977, charter airlines such as Laker and Britannia were extending horizons, but fares relative to earnings were still extremely high. A return trip from Gatwick to Athens typically cost £99 — about six days’ work at the average salary.
Yet by the time the maternity ward of ’67 hit their 30th birthdays, in 1997, the fare to the Greek capital had fallen. Thanks to a new airline called easyJet, they could pay as little as £78 return — or barely a day’s work for the average employee.
In 2017, you can easily find return flights from Gatwick to Athens on easyJet for £66 return (I recommend a spring escape on 25 April for a fortnight). Which will take the typical wage-earner just four hours to afford.
One man is responsible for reducing the cost of a 3,000-mile round-trip to a morning’s work: Stelios Haji-Ioannou, who today celebrates his 50th birthday.
As the son of a billionaire shipping magnate, Stelios could have become a playboy, occasionally mentioned in gossip-page dispatches. Instead, he opted to work ferociously hard to cut the cost of flying from Luton to Scotland to “the price of a pair of jeans”.
Today travellers take for granted the notions of booking direct, buying food and drink on board and fares commensurate with demand (you could pay over £500 for that Gatwick-Athens flight in high summer). But in 1995, when Stelios was just 28, the idea of cutting out the travel agent and the “free” inflight meal were revolutionary — as was the realisation that it was rational to collect just a few pounds from some passengers so long as average fares could keep the airline aloft.
From what was little more than a large shed at Luton airport, Stelios and his team built a brand and a route network (Scotland, Amsterdam, Nice, Athens …). They rented a couple of planes from GB Airways, which easyJet would later subsume, and plastered a Luton phone number on the side; initially, the only way to buy an easyJet flight was by phone.
They created an airline that would grow to eclipse local rivals such as Britannia and Monarch, and overtake British Airways in passenger numbers; last month, BA ditched complimentary catering on short-haul economy flights in order to compete more effectively with its no-frills rival.
Along the way, easyJet took on and then swallowed up BA’s first attempt to set up a low-cost rival, Go; the first Go flight was subject to a publicity hijack by Stelios leading a party of easyJet staff in orange boiler suits.
On an average day in 2017, easyJet carries more than 200,000 passengers across Europe. Which adds up to a handy pay-cheque for the founder.
Stelios and his family still control the largest stake in the airline, and every time someone buys a flight on easyJet he collects one-quarter of one per cent of the fare. On the cheapie to Athens, that’s just 16p, but if 200,000 people are spending the same each day it adds up to a useful £32,000 daily cheque for licensing the brand.
Stelios was an early adopter of the possibilities of internet sales, and drove passengers to book online by making it impossible to book a flight more than a month ahead except via the web. “The web’s favourite airline,” was the next slogan to be painted on the side of the aircraft.
The genial Greek Cypriot declined my invitation for an interview to mark his 50th birthday, which is fair enough; I declined his invitation to the launch of easyJet in 1995, wrongly presuming it would be yet another here today, gone tomorrow airline that would join a long list of failed ventures.
If online sales, cutting costs and incentivising consumers to adjust their behaviour to save cash works so well in aviation, surely it can work in other industries? That was the rationale behind other easyGroup ventures: hotels, car rental, cruise, pizza, cinema, gyms and coffee.
The organisation has eight brand values, including “relentless innovation”, “great value” and “taking on the big boys”. They don’t include “changing the world”, perhaps because Stelios already had done that before he was 30.
I have never had the good fortune to devour an easyPizza nor watch a movie at an easyCinema, because I don’t live near Milton Keynes — the test beds for these ventures. But I have stayed in an easyHotel, sailed on an easyCruise, caught an easyBus and paid a bargain £1 for a decent easyCoffee in Leicester Square, central London.
They are all just fine. But if they didn’t exist, you wouldn’t need to invent them.
And perhaps, as Stelios contemplates his first half-century, that is the nagging problem that confronts him: the man who changed the world while young has yet to find another realm to conquer.
But as he begins his sixth decade, he is seeking to help the next generation through the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation: giving cash awards to disabled entrepreneurs, and breaking down the barriers between Greek and Turkish Cypriots on the Mediterranean’s divided island. | travel |
http://ibis-cardiff-gate-international-business-park.hotels-wales.com/en/ | 2017-11-21T13:32:02 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934806388.64/warc/CC-MAIN-20171121132158-20171121152158-00375.warc.gz | 0.921823 | 176 | CC-MAIN-2017-47 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2017-47__0__14214799 | en | Ibis Cardiff Gate
Ibis Cardiff Gate - International Business Park is a 2-star high quality hotel offering an en-suite accommodation within easy reach of Cardiff City, Cardiff University and Cardiff Castle. The hotel opened its doors in 2000 and was remodeled in 2005.
The venue is 2.5 km away from Parc Cefn Onn, New Theatre and National Museum and Art Gallery.
The rooms in Ibis Cardiff Gate - International Business Park Hotel come with cable TV, free Wi-Fi, a seating area, heating and a dressing area. The rooms are furnished with modern wooden furniture.
Breakfast is served in the café each morning. The restaurant serves local dishes. Guests can relax in the snack bar serving hot and cold drinks. The family fare restaurant Toby Carvery Cardiff Gate Cardiff is just about 5 minutes’ walk from the property. | travel |
https://www.tandemcycleworks.com/tandem-tours/ | 2024-04-19T19:42:16 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817442.65/warc/CC-MAIN-20240419172411-20240419202411-00608.warc.gz | 0.961207 | 587 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__16652865 | en | The previous owners of Tandem Cycle Works, Patrick Gibbons and Lynn Dexter, have a NEW venture called Tandem Bicycle Tours, Inc. There is simply nothing that can compare to a cycling vacation with other tandems. The fun, camaraderie and adventures that you will have are simply indescribable. The attention that a group of tandems gets is incredible!
Having offered tandem tours to customers for the last ten years through Tandem Cycle Works, Patrick and Lynn have extensive experience with tandem touring, both in designing and leading group tours and, naturally, in riding tandem. They have led bike tours in Italy, Ireland, France, New Zealand, Spain, Vermont, Pennsylvania, and, of course, Colorado, to name a few. They have ridden their tandem in too many places to list here, but simply love riding tandem and sharing this travel experience with others!
MANY of their customers say, “This was the best vacation we have ever had.” The repeat tandem riders that go with them on their trips are a testament to this statement. They can ask for no better endorsement than this.
Bike Touring Philosophy
First and foremost, this is your vacation. Patrick and Lynn want you to have the very BEST time ever! As experienced travelers, they have learned many things about touring by bike over the years, both from personal experiences and from those of customers. Based upon these experiences they design tours as their customers like to travel.
Thoughts on Bike Touring
Some touring companies want to herd you like sheep. They try very hard to keep the group together for rest stops, for lunch and while on the road during the day. This means that faster riders must slow down and wait for all riders to regroup. This also means that slower riders are continually under pressure to catch up. Some vacation! This is NOT their philosophy! Patrick and Lynn believe that you should ride at your own pace, stop when you wish and explore as you desire. They are also on the road with you and will know where you are, but you are free to ride at your own level of comfort and enjoyment.
Each year the tandem trips fill faster than the previous year (some trips have filled in less than three weeks!). If you are interested in going with us on an upcoming tour we suggest that you do not delay contacting Tandem Bicycle Tours, Inc.
Iron Donkey Bicycle Touring
For many of tours Tandem Bicycle Tours partners with Tony Boyd of Iron Donkey Bicycle Touring. While we know tandems, Tony knows bike touring and together we plan a customized itinerary that can’t be beat for tandem riders. Having experience with this touring company, we can assure you that you will be well cared for with Iron Donkey.
For More Information
For answers to more questions please visit Tandem Bicycle Tours, Inc. | travel |
http://www.photojunkie.ca/congestion-is-everybodys-problem/ | 2022-08-09T17:36:17 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882571056.58/warc/CC-MAIN-20220809155137-20220809185137-00217.warc.gz | 0.96409 | 668 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__108180720 | en | While I sympathized with the frustration of every speaker who spoke at the forum, I do have to respectfully take issue with one commuter who complained loudly that the irregularity of service on 501 Queen meant that a 25 minute trip from the Beach turned into a 2 hour trek, and that people could drive to Buffalo or Kitchener in less time. Not to disagree with her comments on the poor quality of the service from the Beach, I still have to caution her against exaggerating too much in the things she chooses to compare it to.
I’ve taken the run between downtown Toronto and Buffalo. Without traffic congestion, it’s three hours, at least, and that’s assuming that the border crossings aren’t clogged. And let me re-emphasize that this is without traffic congestion. The only people routinely making the run from Hamilton, rather than Buffalo, faster than those living in the Beach on a bad day are those who take GO Transit — during those periods when the track switches haven’t frozen.
As for Kitchener, I’ve taken that trip even more frequently. The downtown-to-downtown run between the two cities is 90 minutes in perfect conditions, largely because I’m able to drive on a roadway whose legal speed limit is twice that of Queen Street, and probably not a corridor the Beach resident would want to live alongside. During rush hours, however, the Greyhound express bus between the two cities schedules an additional half hour into its running time. In my experience, that run is a half hour late or more at least one time in four.
When I head into Toronto, which I do quite often, I try to schedule my meetings for the afternoon, or some time after ten a.m.. The run into the city just after the rush hour isn’t bad, and I can park near the subway at Old Mill, buy a day pass, and comfortably take transit throughout the city for the rest of the day. The City of Toronto is exceptionally livable during the midday and on weekends. If I have to be in Toronto at 9 a.m., however, I park at Aldershot GO station. For those who don’t know, Aldershot is halfway between Burlington and Hamilton and it’s an hour trip to downtown Toronto by GO Train. It’s not a bad deal: $16.80 is the price of a return ticket, which is less than I’d pay for parking in some places in the city. But that’s how far I’m willing to go to avoid Toronto’s rush hour traffic.
My point is, while we should do as much as we can to improve service to the Beach, the residents of the neighbourhood should not feel themselves singled out for bad service. It doesn’t matter if you live in Hamilton, Long Branch, the Beach or Kitchener, rush hour commuting is an exercise in frustration. Congestion in this city is probably unavoidable. Indeed, I’d suggest that it is a symptom of economic prosperity. We will probably never eliminate it. The question is, can we manage it so that it doesn’t stifle the economic growth that’s creating it? | travel |
https://www.2blua.com/post/turtagro | 2024-04-16T10:46:23 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296817081.52/warc/CC-MAIN-20240416093441-20240416123441-00782.warc.gz | 0.921868 | 216 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__173041622 | en | Other matters brought Blu Acciaio and Friends to Leikanger. We decided to bicycle back to Oslo. After all, cycling is our preferred mode of transportation. In order to avoid the tunnels, we headed for the mountains. The first stage took us from Leikanger to Turtagrø. After a most pleasant stay at Turtagrø Hotel, we started the second stage by following Tindevegen to Øvre Årdal.
Tindevegen provides for an audacious shortcut through Jotunheimen, with breathtaking scenery, steep climbs and daunting descents. The descent to Øvre Årdal was truly epic and lasted a whooping 21 minutes. Check out our YouTube-video from the descent:
Stage III: Fagernes >>> Oslo (192 km) https://www.strava.com/activities/325401911
The infographic below shows our exact route and is based on GPX files we recorded along the way. Thank you Veloviewer for the visualization! | travel |
http://palm-beach.hotels-of-marmaris.com/?currency=1 | 2018-07-16T18:03:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2018-30/segments/1531676589417.43/warc/CC-MAIN-20180716174032-20180716194032-00335.warc.gz | 0.950554 | 239 | CC-MAIN-2018-30 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2018-30__0__62890503 | en | A 20-minute walk from Carian rock tombs, Palm Beach Hotel is a 3-star central property offering a non-smoking accommodation. The building was renovated in 2009.
The hotel is placed 20 minutes' walk from Grand Bazzar. The venue is set within 3 km from Marmaris city center.
Welcoming guests with a sunbathing terrace, an indoor heated swimming pool and an outdoor swimming pool, the hotel is placed next to bars and restaurants.
Palm Beach Hotel features 68 guestrooms with central heating, Wi-Fi, a safe, TV and a balcony. Palm Beach Hotel offers rooms with sea view. Bathrooms are appointed with a shower, a hairdryer and a make-up mirror.
The onsite small restaurant entices with international dishes. The snack bar serves tea and coffee. Guests can share a meal in Umut Cafe and Sensus Wine Bar, located about 150 meters away.
It will take a 55-minute drive to get to Dalaman airport.
There are bicycles and cars for rent on site.
The beach facilities include sunbeds, sun loungers and umbrellas. | travel |
https://newyorkvoices.com/summer-camp/getting-there/ | 2022-01-18T15:31:05 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-05/segments/1642320300934.87/warc/CC-MAIN-20220118152809-20220118182809-00096.warc.gz | 0.83756 | 87 | CC-MAIN-2022-05 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-05__0__71573929 | en | Vocal Jazz Camp
If possible, we encourage you to fly into the Kalamazoo Battle Creek International Airport. From the airport, you can take a taxi to campus. WMU recommends:
- Bronco Express, (269) 343-3000, Estimated fair $7
- Godspeed Taxi, (269) 547-5477, Estimated fair $10
Amtrak also has a station in Kalamazoo. | travel |
https://www.ugatclothing.com/philippine-beaches-1 | 2024-02-28T08:30:24 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947474700.89/warc/CC-MAIN-20240228080245-20240228110245-00730.warc.gz | 0.863067 | 406 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__157313476 | en | Philippine Beaches Canvas Collection
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https://www.dieselhounds.com/8-kinds-of-bad-weather-hotshot-truckers-have-to-face/ | 2022-08-17T16:18:04 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882573029.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20220817153027-20220817183027-00237.warc.gz | 0.947334 | 1,360 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__66240787 | en | The kinds of bad weather hotshot truckers have to deal with are discussed in this article. Learn these helpful precautions before starting on your trip.
As a hotshot trucker, bad weather comes with the territory.
As you travel through various states, you’ll sometimes experience severe — sometimes dangerous — weather conditions. Things can change quickly. One day you’re driving through windy, dry plains. The next day you’re driving through a snowstorm. The utter unpredictability of it all can cause inconveniences, delays, interstate shutdowns, accidents, and even death.
So you’ll need to know and even master the weather patterns in the places you’ll be traveling. Foresight and proactive planning will prevent any possible challenges or dangers on the road.
Here are eight weather conditions you should be aware of and well-prepared for:
1. Dust Storms
Dust storms are marked by strong winds and dust-filled air. There’s more than one type of dust storm, but the most severe and dangerous is called monsoonal dust storm. It is the thickest and largest kind. It can be as wide as 100 miles, traveling up to 60 miles per hour and for as long as 200 miles on the extreme. Most dust storms occur in the south and southwest parts of the US including Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and Utah.
It’s tough to deal with dust storms when there is zero visibility on the road. If you find yourself caught in the middle of a dust storm, the safest thing to do is to pull over. Wait for it to pass over. In the meantime, keep your windows and doors tightly closed.
2. Extreme Heat
High temperatures in the middle of a long trip in a desert can also cause many problems. First, it can melt your tires. Your engine is also more prone to overheating and motor damage. In worst situations, you may find your truck broken in the middle of nowhere. It is would be wise to park when the heat is at its peak and then just continue when temperatures have cooled somewhat.
While fog is considered the least serious compared to other weather conditions, a lot of road accidents happen when it’s foggy. When visibility is poor, find a safe place to stop. Try to avoid stopping on the shoulder of the road as your trailer’s tail lights may confuse the traffic behind.
4. Freezing Rain
This is perhaps one of the most challenging weather conditions to tackle. Freezing rain can be difficult to forecast as the slightest change in temperature can alter it to become sleet or snow instead. It also does not occur as frequently as other weather conditions. It typically covers a narrow band of about 50 kilometers wide. When the drops of this rain touch the ground, they freeze instantly, forming a slippery thin film of ice on the highway. It’s a dangerous condition to drive in as it can be nearly impossible to control your vehicle.
Almost all areas east of the Rocky Mountains may experience freezing rain during the cold months. If you are driving in these areas, it will help if you have a weather forecasting app. Also, when you see that ice is starting to form on your windshield and the outside temperature is dropping, find a safe exit or resting place immediately and get off the road right away.
Hailstorms can occur all year round. But some of the most destructive hailstorms happen in the summer. Thankfully, they are typically short-lived and usually last only for a few minutes. Their velocity also varies depending on their size and shape. For instance, one-inch diameter hailstones can travel about 50 mph while hailstones the size of a baseball can travel at 85 mph. The areas that are prone to hail include some cities in Colorado, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Texas.
Hailstones cause extensive damage to property. For truckers, this could mean possible damage to the windshield and body of the truck. Visibility is also compromised. Moreover, as the road becomes more slippery, it is necessary to take extra precautions when using your brakes to avoid jackknifing. If you can, let the storm pass first before continuing on your trip.
6. Heavy Snow
If there is heavy snow on the forecast, you should have your tire chains handy. And if the weather turns awful, it would be safer to get off the road and wait for the weather to improve.
While it is not ideal to drive under heavy snow, if you must because of urgent deliveries, be sure to gas up before the trip. Bring extra food and warm clothing on board just in case you get stuck.
7. Strong Winds
No matter the size of your vehicle, a strong wind can pose a dangerous threat on the road, especially if you have an empty or exceptionally lightweight load and you’re on a wide open interstate. Sudden gusts of strong wind combined with fast driving can easily cause accidents. The faster your truck moves, the lesser control you’ll have over it and the lesser time you’ll have to react once a strong wind catches you.
If you’re driving in windy weather, be extra cautious and aware of your surroundings. If you feel that your vehicle is going the direction of a sidewind, steer slowly to the opposite direction to stay on track. Headwinds and tailwinds are not that difficult to deal with compared to side winds, but you still need to be extra careful. If the wind is powerful, find a safe place to park.
Crossing paths with a tornado is perhaps one of the worst things you could ever experience or imagine. This is when it pays to check the weather forecast before hitting the road. But if you are already on the road and you see one on your path, drive away from it. Move at right angles to the tornado. Then look for a safe place to park, such as at a truck stop. One thing you shouldn’t do is to stop under an underpass as the winds can be stronger in these openings.
The Bottom Line
Extreme weather conditions can be hard to deal with. It’s therefore essential to take the necessary preparations and precautions before you start your trip. Check weather conditions to avoid surprises. While on the road, continuously monitor weather conditions as they can change anytime. If you’re in the middle of nasty weather, remember the safety tips we listed above. Anything else we missed? Let us know in the comments below! | travel |
https://kitearchitects.com/bodhi-spa-providence/ | 2021-01-19T14:14:52 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-04/segments/1610703519395.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20210119135001-20210119165001-00707.warc.gz | 0.936743 | 173 | CC-MAIN-2021-04 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2021-04__0__239569514 | en | Newport’s highly popular spa destination, the Bodhi Spa, is expanding and construction is now well underway at their new Providence location. Similar to the Newport flagship, the Providence location is built around Bodhi Spa’s signature water journey designed to rejuvenate visitors with a series of hot and cold restorative experiences.
The water journey, which guides visitors through a Dead Sea salt bath, Himalayan salt bath, plunge pool, a eucalyptus steam room, and both infrared and traditional saunas, now includes a special feature new to Providence: a rinsing waterfall inspired by tropical adventures.
Additional amenities to compliment the water journey include an expanded series of massage rooms, a Vichy spa room and an isolation tank for total relaxation.
Bodhi Spa is planned to open on Broadway in Providence later this year. | travel |
https://www.multiplesystematrophy.org/msa-resources/for-care-partners/travel-guide-for-msa-patients-and-families/where-to-travel/ | 2022-08-15T12:24:53 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572174.8/warc/CC-MAIN-20220815115129-20220815145129-00581.warc.gz | 0.957986 | 2,105 | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-33__0__66177098 | en | Where can we travel in the later stages of MSA when mobility is limited?
How can we still make the trip fun and memorable for all?
Being in a wheelchair does not mean you have to stay home! You can still travel many places throughout the world. Traveling in a wheelchair is very manageable (and still fun); it just requires more advanced planning.
Where to Go
There are many options for travel in a wheelchair. Do some research online. Look for blogs about handicapped accessible travel for the places you want to go. Do you want to go to a city or to a quieter, more nature-oriented place? Do you want to leave the country or travel to another state? Do you feel more comfortable staying closer to home?
There are many excellent blogs regarding wheelchair travel that can spark inspiration and provide very practical suggestions for specific places you plan to visit. One of the most comprehensive blogs is Curb Free with Cory Lee (https://curbfreewithcorylee.com/.) You can get many destination ideas from Cory’s travels throughout the United States and overseas, so start there and explore places you may want to go. Another popular blog is Simply Emma (https://www.simplyemma.co.uk/) which covers mostly European travel.
Personal tip: When we were planning a winter trip to Iceland, I relied heavily on the Curb Free with Cory Lee blog which had wonderful tips for travel in Iceland in a wheelchair. It inspired us to overcome our concerns and take one of our family’s most memorable trips ever.
Who Will We Travel With?
This is one of the most important considerations for the care partner when planning travel. It can be very difficult for a care partner to travel alone with a loved one in a wheelchair. It is physically challenging and just plain exhausting to manage everything on your own. Strongly consider bringing family members – adult children, siblings, nieces and nephews – or close friends who would be helpful and fun. Think about who in your circle will jump in and assist without being asked. Some family members and friends are uncomfortable pushing a wheelchair, transferring someone to and from a bed, or assisting in the shower. Those people will not provide the kind of help you need. Figure out who will be a true partner in helping the trip go more smoothly.
Personal tip: We made it a priority to take nearly all of our trips with our three young adult sons. Not only did it provide wonderful family time together, but the boys were also invaluable in dividing up the work of pushing the wheelchair, transferring my husband to and from bed, and other daily tasks. We all enjoyed ourselves and no one person felt overwhelmed.
What to Bring/Planning Ahead
The unfortunate reality of MSA is that many patients have medical issues, such as orthostatic hypotension (which can cause balance issues) and incontinence, that require extra supplies and planning when you are away from home.
If you are traveling by plane and staying in a vacation rental, ask the owner or rental company if you can send a package ahead of time. You will be able to travel lighter if you mail extra supplies ahead of your arrival. Send more than you think you will need; you can always bring home the extra items in your suitcase.
Here is a list of items that can be sent ahead in one or two boxes:
- Incontinence briefs
- Personal wipes
- Extra pairs of underwear
- Waterproof bed pads
- Small trash bags
- Portable grab bars for the shower and toilet area (suction shower grab bars are available on Amazon and at medical supply stores)
- Special cups for swallowing issues
- Weighted utensils to assist in eating
Don’t send ahead (pack in suitcase):
- Prescription medicines
- CPAP machine
- Prescription glasses
- Handicapped placard (look up the rules for using handicapped placards where you are going.)
- Anything you would not be able to replace easily
Where to Stay
If you are going anywhere for more than one or two nights, it is often easier and more convenient to stay in a vacation rental. You will have access to a kitchen, more space for the wheelchair, and likely a more comfortable place to relax if you decide to “hang around” for a day. Vacation rentals usually have washers and dryers which can also be useful.
Tips for finding a suitable vacation rental:
- Vacation rental sites like Airbnb and VRBO have search filters that allow you to find accessible rentals. Airbnb, for example, has an “Accessibility Features” section with 28 different filters you can click on for requirements like “no stairs or steps to enter” and “step-free shower.” VRBO has two filters, for “elevator” and “wheelchair accessible.” Whatever site you use, look at the search filters and narrow down your search to places that are more likely to be suitable. If you are unable to find any places, you can remove the filters and look for one-story rentals without significant stairs in the photos. You can always contact the owner through the messaging feature on the site and ask about stairs/steps before you book.
- It is also useful to read the reviews for any place you plan to rent. Sometimes you can gather additional information about the rental or its location that can help you decide if it would work for a disabled person.
What to Do/Activities
If you are going to a beach area, call ahead and ask whether there is a beach wheelchair available. Many beach resorts have beach wheelchairs for rent, and this can be a fun way for you to experience sitting on the beach and even dipping your feet in the ocean. Also check with the county where you are going to the beach as many municipalities offer free beach wheelchair rentals at lifeguard stations. For example, dozens of California beaches offer such service (check out this map: https://www.coastal.ca.gov/access/beach-wheelchairs.html).
Many public swimming pools have a lift chair or sloped ramp designed to assist the disabled to enter the water. Ask about pool access when you book your hotel or vacation rental.
Call ahead at restaurants and ask to reserve a table that works for someone in a wheelchair so they will set up an accessible table before you arrive. In other parts of the world, access is not always as available is in the United States, so especially if you are in another country, it’s a good idea to call or even stop by during the day, if possible, to check it out before making a dinner reservation.
Consider Hiring A Caregiver
If it has become difficult to transfer from wheelchair to bed or shower, consider hiring a caregiver at your destination to assist while you are there. This can make the vacation more relaxing for the care partner. You can search for homecare agencies at your destination and call to ask whether they have someone available for some or all of the days you plan to be there.
Personal tip: When we visited Hawaii during the later stages of my husband’s illness, I called several agencies on the Big Island and was able to hire an experienced caregiver who had been a hospice nurse. She came in the mornings to help get my husband up, showered, and fed. If he wasn’t up to going anywhere, she was able to stay with him while the rest of us hiked or went to the beach, and then we joined him in the afternoon for family time the rest of the day. She made it fun for him by bringing her favorite local food and telling him about her family’s long history on the island. Did we wish he could do everything with us? Of course! But the fact that he couldn’t didn’t lessen the special time we spent as a family most of the time we were there.
Be Prepared for the Inevitable Complications
MSA is an unpredictable disease, especially in the more advanced stages. Planning ahead for issues that may arise will provide peace of mind as you leave home. One of the most common problems is a urinary tract infection that can cause significant issues, especially for an advanced MSA patient. There are ways to be prepared while hoping you never have to take advantage of your advanced planning.
Some things to do before you leave home:
- Research local hospitals. Whether you are going to a large, urban area or a more rural location, figure out where you would go to the Emergency Room if you have an urgent problem while traveling. There are online reviews of most hospitals and emergency rooms, and you can get a sense of which ones might be better than others. It’s better to know ahead of time rather than trying to figure it out in the moment.
- Bring printouts about MSA to provide to ER doctors (print at home and bring with you as you may not have access to a printer.)
- If you frequently get UTIs, ask your doctor if you can take antibiotics with you just in case. Often MSA patients and their care partners know pretty quickly if a UTI has developed, and you can make arrangements with your doctor to call them immediately if you suspect an infection. If you have the antibiotics that typically work for you on hand, it saves a lot of time and effort if they tell you to go ahead and start. Similarly, if you are on palliative care, ask your nurse or doctor before you go if they can prescribe antibiotics to take with you just in case. In addition, most doctors are happy to look at photos so if you have concerns about medical issues that can be captured in a picture, take photos and send them to your doctor before you talk on the phone.
- Bring a UTI test kit with you (AZO makes one, and pharmacies such as CVS have their own brand.) If you suspect a UTI, you can do the test to see what it shows, although be aware they are not always accurate.
Contributed by Patricia Libby Thvedt, former care partner to an MSA patient and member of the MSA Board of Directors. | travel |
https://googly365.com/cross-loc-bus-service-suspended-between-poonch-and-rawalakot/ | 2019-08-24T07:58:27 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-35/segments/1566027319915.98/warc/CC-MAIN-20190824063359-20190824085359-00080.warc.gz | 0.94539 | 155 | CC-MAIN-2019-35 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-35__0__54741217 | en | Jammu, March 4 The trans-Line of Control bus service between Poonch and Rawalakot in divided Kashmir was suspended on Monday after Pakistan Army refused to open gates on the Zero Point.
Poonch lies in India while Rawalakot is in Pakistan-controlled part.
“The cross LoC bus carrying passengers left Chakan Da Bagh (Poonch) for Rawalakot today, but after Pakistan Army did not open the gate on the Zero Point, the bus had to return to Chakan Da Bagh”, said an official.
The suspension of cross-LoC bus service comes at a time when the Samjhauta express train service between Lahore and Delhi was resumed. – IANS | travel |
https://www.awayretreats.com/products/bahamas-pilates-yoga-recharge | 2024-04-24T03:53:51 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-18/segments/1712296818999.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20240424014618-20240424044618-00873.warc.gz | 0.95442 | 189 | CC-MAIN-2024-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-18__0__85476313 | en | Bahamas·February 3 - 9 2024
Bahamas Pilates & Yoga Recharge
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Do you enjoy traveling to places where few others go? Maybe you like to have hidden coves to yourself or you like to connect with locals in a meaningful way? Cat Island is one of the beautiful "out islands" in the Bahamas and most people have never heard of it. Fernandez Bay Village is home to some of the friendliest villagers and some of the most beautiful white sand beaches! Here we have the ideal blend of adventure and movement classes. We'll look out at the blue ocean as we practice Pilates and yoga under a shaded pavilion. We'll climb the highest point in all of the Bahamas an find out what conch tastes like. Finally, a retreat that leaves you feeling like you had a chance to restore your mind and body. A true vacation! | travel |
https://www.rcyard.org.uk/what-s-on-at-rcy | 2022-05-19T14:35:58 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-21/segments/1652662529538.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20220519141152-20220519171152-00460.warc.gz | 0.824696 | 307 | CC-MAIN-2022-21 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2022-21__0__160693101 | en | Heritage Open Days at RCY 2016
There is lots to see and do at the Heritage Open Days at Royal Clarence Yard, particularly over the weekend of Sat 10th and Sun 11th September: 10am-5pm. Free entry.
Classic buses and cars
Sat & Sun: Provincal Society classic buses in Cooperage Green
Sunday only: classic Minis and Austin 7s on the Waterfront.
Music and more...
Vintage & Handmade Fair
Sat & Sun: Stalls, crafts and vintage wares on sale in the remarkable unmodernised former Slaughter House on the waterfront.
Guided History Walks
Visitor Parking at RCY 8-11 Sept:
Cooperage Green, Weevil Lane, PO12 1AX
Thurs 8 & Fri 9 Sept:
4hr free visitor parking
Sat 10 & Sun 11:
£3 visitor parking
Free Blue Badge visitor parking Sat 10 & Sun 11:
North Meadow, Weevil Lane, PO12 1BP (follow signs along Weevil Lane)
All other parking: permits only or by arrangement with the Marina.
Sat & Sun: Local musicians, Gosport Solent Brass and more, all on the Waterfront.
Every day 8-11 Sept: Entertaining and informative stories of Royal Clarence Yard and its history. Limited numbers in each group. Free, but booking in advance required. | travel |
https://promenade-towers.org/neighborhood/ | 2023-06-05T22:55:42 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224652184.68/warc/CC-MAIN-20230605221713-20230606011713-00374.warc.gz | 0.946509 | 410 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__145160959 | en | Cultured city or friendly small town – Promenade Towers residents have the best of both worlds. The advantages of city living are close by in downtown Portland – we enjoy the symphony, popular concerts, plays, festivals, parades, art galleries, the Portland Museum of Art, numerous restaurants, and too many trendy shops to count. From our famous Old Port shopping district, it’s a short ferryboat ride to the islands of Casco Bay.
At the same time, we enjoy the small-town feel of Munjoy Hill, our historic Portland neighborhood. Many properties on the Hill are being renovated and the area is growing in popularity. It is a short walk to restaurants such as the Blue Spoon, the The Front Room, as well as small grocery stores and coffee shops. Other frequent destinations are the St. Lawrence Arts and Community Center, a performing arts venue, and the historic Portland Observatory.
We can walk downtown to the Portland Public Library or ride the Portland Metro which stops at our corner (at Eastern Promenade and Walnut).
Families, young professionals, and retirees alike appreciate our location across from the Eastern Promenade Park. The park offers tennis courts, a basketball court, ball fields, a playground, a boat ramp, picnic tables, and East End Beach. Near the water’s edge is the Eastern Prom Trail which is popular for walking, running, rollerblading, or bicycling (with water views as a bonus). This trail connects between the Old Port and the also popular Back Cove Trail. Thousands flock to the park every 4th of July to watch the city’s spectacular fireworks that can also be seen from our towers, grounds, and pool.
Our units have outstanding views of Casco Bay, including ocean sunrises, lighthouses, islands, ferries, tankers, tugboats, giant cruise ships, and tiny sailboats. In the other direction we look over the city, Back Cove, and sunsets over Mt. Washington. | travel |
http://hotel-artos.ch/en/residencerooms/guests-in-wheelchairs/ | 2019-04-21T04:54:26 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-18/segments/1555578530176.6/warc/CC-MAIN-20190421040427-20190421062427-00428.warc.gz | 0.888109 | 107 | CC-MAIN-2019-18 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-18__0__110538369 | en | Unrestricted freedom of movement. The wheelchair-accessible bedrooms are ideal for guests with mobility problems as the room dimensions and facilities have been expertly adapted for wheelchair users. And the same is true outside the bedrooms, too. All areas of the hotel can be easily accessed, including the Physiotherapy Centre and free underground car park.
Alpenstrasse 45, CH-3800 Interlaken, T +41 33 828 88 44, F +41 33 828 88 40, mail(at)artos.ch | travel |
https://cambodiarealestate.directory/properties/siem-reap-bar-restaurant-for-sale-14238/ | 2019-06-20T15:56:41 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-26/segments/1560627999261.43/warc/CC-MAIN-20190620145650-20190620171650-00121.warc.gz | 0.927207 | 176 | CC-MAIN-2019-26 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-26__0__49426150 | en | Siem Reap Bar & Restaurant Opportunity on Old Market
This warm and inviting bar and restaurant is now available in Siem Reap. Located next to the Central Market, in the thriving heart of Cambodia’s tourism capitol, this property is a great location for your bar or restaurant project. The bar comes fully furnished and ready to go with a pool table, indoor and outdoor seating, wooden bar and more. This establishment has been a well-loved expat bar since 1995 and with the right owner, it will continue to prosper for many more years to come. It includes a fully functional, ready to go kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom facilities and everything else you need to get your business off the ground. Siem Reap’s booming tourism industry and thriving local community is the ideal setting for this comfortable, warm and inviting bar. Make it yours today! | travel |
https://workwide.de/jobs/year-round-career-opportunities-for-german-speaking-tourism-pros/ | 2023-06-06T06:23:50 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-23/segments/1685224652235.2/warc/CC-MAIN-20230606045924-20230606075924-00492.warc.gz | 0.942869 | 578 | CC-MAIN-2023-23 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2023-23__0__140966429 | en | Are you a German speaker looking to launch a fulfilling career in the tourism industry? Look no further! Join the renowned TUI Destination Team and be part of creating unforgettable memories for guests year-round, while experiencing the beauty of dreamy holiday destinations.
TUI and Workwide Recruit are teaming up for this summer's recruitment. Our recruiters will kick things off with a short, informal chat. Ready for your next adventure?
As a TUI Destination Team member, you'll work with German guests, playing a vital role in ensuring that German guests have the time of their lives. No matter what your skills and strengths are, TUI has a role for you!
Join the airport crew and make guests' journeys a breeze, uncover their needs, and ensure they leave with a smile. Hit the road to hotels all over, where you'll dazzle guests with your tourism, sales, and problem-solving skills. Provide assistance with online products and services, and match guests with their dream holiday experience. Be a hero to guests in need, providing extra special attention in complex, sensitive, or emergency situations during their holiday.
This is your chance to launch a fulfilling career in the tourism industry. Start by experiencing the magic of Europe's top summer destinations, including the sun-kissed beaches of Portugal, the breathtaking waters of Greece, the picturesque landscapes of Italy, and additional gems like the Spanish Islands, Croatia, Bulgaria, Turkey, and Cyprus. After this season, you'll have the choice between many warm and cold winter destinations.
There's never been a better time to join the TUI Destination Team!
Who are you?
- You speak fluent German and have good knowledge of English
- You have a driver's license
- You're an engaging communicator
- You want to start or expand your career in tourism at one of the biggest companies in the world
What does the company offer?
- Free accommodation, bills included for the entire time you are working with TUI
- A net monthly salary of 750€ to 900€ in your pocket
- Extra commission averaging 350€ – 500€ per month with no upper limit
- Private health insurance
- Great relocation package with all flights paid, airport pickup and all visa/work permit admin and costs paid by TUI
- Everything you need to do the job: extensive training, company iPad and uniform
- Free access to TUI Learning Hub, TUI Skills Academy & Language Lessons
- Free access to TUI's dedicated WeCare Team & 24/7 Wellbeing Hub
- Get involved with charity and sustainability initiatives like the TUI Care Foundation
- Work all year - winter work and career development opportunities are available
Apply now to start your unforgettable journey!
Send me your English CV and experience new challenges, growth opportunities, and unforgettable memories. | travel |
https://momentsmadeeasy.com.au/destination-weddings/ | 2024-02-23T00:47:59 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2024-10/segments/1707947473871.23/warc/CC-MAIN-20240222225655-20240223015655-00471.warc.gz | 0.943714 | 475 | CC-MAIN-2024-10 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2024-10__0__59094200 | en | As I head off for a much needed break to the Whitsundays for healing and rejuvenation it reminds me of the many couples who embark on destination weddings.
I think most would consider a destination wedding as somewhere far far away, however this is not entirely the case, and a destination wedding is simply a place outside of where the couple currently resides.
For those who have a love for adventure, a destination wedding is often a very attractive option. As travel restrictions ease, I’m excited to see destination weddings an option again.
There are many things to consider though when looking at a destination wedding and I unpack some of them below
- Consider who are your non-negotiable guests that you want at your wedding. Take into account the cost involved and who can afford to attend, location, family commitments and work commitments. If some of these things affect your non-negotiable guests, perhaps a destination wedding is not for you
- Ensure you have a childcare option if children are not invited. Depending on the location, some families will have to bring the kids in tow and offering a childcare option is a must have
- Seasonal limitations – whether that be due to weather, increased season costs or accommodation availability
- Many people love a destination wedding! Ensure you give people plenty of notice so they can save accordingly and most will time it perfectly for their annual holiday
- Honeymoon and wedding rolled into 1! Spend some time with your guests afterwards then sneak off for your alone time
- A great option for those who wish to elope
- Depending on the location overseas, it can be comparable in price if not cheaper. Many offer all in 1 packages which makes everything very easy and cost effective
- For overseas destinations, there are many experienced wedding planners who you can engage to make the process a little easier. On the flipside for someone who decides to plan themselves, communication can be difficult and decision making more challenging
The latest list of top destination wedding locations in Australia include: Hunter Valley, Luna Park, The Fig Tree Byron Bay, Royal Botanic gardens Sydney, Hamilton Island. Don’t forget for overseas options only a stone throw away – Fiji, New Zealand or Bali!
Whatever you decide, the simple prospect of being able to travel again and potentially have a destination wedding is very exciting! | travel |
https://www.bexar.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=503 | 2019-05-23T17:16:03 | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-22/segments/1558232257316.10/warc/CC-MAIN-20190523164007-20190523190007-00025.warc.gz | 0.949272 | 200 | CC-MAIN-2019-22 | webtext-fineweb__CC-MAIN-2019-22__0__113514460 | en | Set among the ruins of the former Hot Wells hot sulfur springs and hotel, Hot Wells of Bexar County is the county’s newest park, complementing the Mission Reach Trails and Texas’ only UNESCO World Heritage site, the San Antonio Missions.
In the late 19th and 20th centuries, the Hot Wells site was a place where one could enjoy the therapeutic powers of the hot sulfuric waters that flowed from the well at the many resorts that occupied the land, during that time period. Though the hotel may be gone and the well has been capped, visitors can now stroll through the historic grounds and experience the park - available to the public for the first time.
Hot Wells is located at 5503 S. Presa St., San Antonio, Texas 78223. Walking and biking is encouraged along the Mission Reach to Hot Wells of Bexar County. From Mission Park Pavilions, walk across the VFW Blvd. Bridge and then take the river trail going south. | travel |
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