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According to E! Online, Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt, and their ever-expanding brood of cuties have closed on a three-year lease on a stunning pre-Roman estate in the south of France. To find out more about the Jolie-Pitt's new home, The bigger-than-life manse, called Chateau Miraval, is located in the village of Brignol, near Aix-en-Provence. It features 35 bedrooms (perhaps to house all of the Jolie-Pitts' future children), an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a sauna and jacuzzi, separate his-and-hers gyms, and a massive banquet hall. The 1,000-acre property is planted with 13 varieties of olives, boasts its own forest, stream, and lake, and even has a moat. There are over 20 fountains, as well as an aqueduct, and the terraced hillsides are sometimes dotted by bucolic images of grazing horses and goats. Word is that the Jolie-Pitts will try to move in within three months. They're currently staying in Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen's gorgeous villa in Saint Jean Cap Ferrat.

- In 2005, Prateek Group- The innovative ideas of the Prateek group have been widely appreciated and it is evident from the excellent response of the customer who has been associated with our ventures in Delhi/NCR. The phenomenal amount of success received from our previous venture Prateek, The Royal Cliff, the group has started a new venture the Prateek Laurel at Sector 120 Noida. The sprawling project is coming up at the heart of Noida in 12.75 acres. Prateek Laurel Noida provides 2, 3 and 4 BHK luxury apartment with all the modern comforts under one roof. The Prateek Laurel in Noida fulfills the requirement of dream house for many. The excellent construction, finishing in combination with the modern amenities makes it a real value for money. The residential flats are available in the varying dimension of 950 Sq ft to 2100 Sq ft. Some of the highlights of the Prateek Laurel Noida are listed below: • The project stands on the Noida authority approved land. • Project caters for 80% Open Green Area and 20% construction. • Project is supported by round the clock security cover by trained personnel. • Facility of super market. • Nearness Metro station, DND fly over, NH- 24 and FNG expressway. • Cooking gas supplied through protective gas pipes. • Provided with landscape garden. • Inbuilt facilities of Banquet Hall, Café, Club and Sauna • Extensive outdoor games facilities with built in Badminton, Tennis and Basketball Courts • Indoor games facilities like Table Tennis, Squash and Billiards. The builders of Prateek Laurel have paid special attention towards providing a residential apartment in the abode of nature by surrounding the complete area by a 30 meter green region. There are fountains and parks in the venture to help people remain attached to the eco friendly environment. The quality norms, business ethos and customer satisfaction provided by Prateek Group has alone helped them to grow multifold and succeed in the Real estate business.

When you want to use more than one typeface for a particular project, it is always safe and easy to rely on a single large type family. The various weights and proportions will complement one another, ensuring design harmony and providing suitable options for headlines, sub-heads and text copy. In short, mixing within a single typeface family is easy and gives good results. However, this direction usually produces a relatively bland typographic solution. For any but the simplest typographic layout, using two different typeface designs will do a better job of establishing hierarchy and creating visual interest. There is a typographic rule of thumb for combining fonts from unrelated families: The more dissimilar the type designs, the better the mix. The rule, however, carries a caveat: one typeface should take the lead, and the other should be a supporting player. Two highly distinctive designs rarely combine well. The least risky “out of family” pairing is a serif and a sans serif. Select virtually any sans serif, combine it with just about any serif, and you’ve elevated the job above absolute conservatism. If you want to combine two serif designs, pair very different typefaces from two of the six serif classifications. Try an oldstyle type like ITC Weidemann with a modern type like Bodoni or ITC Fenice, or a transitional like Baskerville with a glyphic like Friz Quadrata. Weight contrasts also help to differentiate. Sometimes two faces from similar stylistic categories can work together if their designs and/or weights used are markedly dissimilar. For example, the delicate stroke weight of ITC Berkeley Oldstyle Book contrasts nicely with the rotund weight of Sauna Black. Pairing two sans serif typefaces, however, tends to be more risky, because many of them are similar in design – especially to the average reader. The eye, trained or not, is drawn to graphic images that are either in harmony or counterpoint. Strong visual contrasts usually don’t create a problem, but when typefaces from different families that look alike are combined, visual discordance or uneven typographic harmony result (not unlike wearing navy socks with black shoes). If you must use two sans serif typefaces, keep in mind that only vastly different styles and weights from these families should appear together on a page or screen. A 19th century sans serif like ITC Franklin can work with a geometric sans serif like Futura because the two are distinctly different. But sans serifs that are similar in design – Trade Gothic and Univers, for example – rarely work in combination. Script designs are also included in this “no mix” category – for a different reason. Scripts come with strong personalities, each design wanting to make its own statement and go its own way. Trying to pair them almost always results in typographic chaos. - Allan Haley is Director of Words & Letters at Monotype Imaging. Here he is responsible for strategic planning and creative implementation of just about everything related to typeface designs. He is also responsible for editorial content for the company’s type libraries and Web sites. - Prior to working for Monotype, Mr. Haley was Principal of Resolution, a consulting firm with expertise in fonts, font technology, type and typographic communication. He was also executive vice president of International Typeface Corporation. - Mr. Haley is ex officio Chairman of the Board of the Society of Typographic Aficionados, and past President of the New York Type Directors Club. He is highly regarded as an educator and is a frequently requested speaker at national computer and design conferences. - Mr. Haley is also a prolific writer, with five books on type and graphic communication and hundreds of articles for graphic design publications to his credit.

Ummm…how insanely rad is the Treehotel? “In a heavily wooded country like Sweden, it comes as no surprise when one comes across a hotel deep in the forest. However, the Treehotel is something beyond the ordinary. Located in Harads, a village in the northern part of the country with only 600 inhabitants, the hotel has made the forested region a touristic attraction. Designed by some of Scandinavia’s leading architects such as Martin Videgård and Bolle Tham as well as Mårten & Gustav Cyrén, the hotel promises to reconnect its guests with nature. The hotel, which first opened in July 2010, consists of five tree-rooms and the owners Britta and Kent Lindvall, expect to build a total of 24 tree-rooms by 2012. All of the rooms harmoniously blend into the natural environment with the aim of making a minimal ecological footprint. Each room is located four to six meters above the ground and they all share the magnificent views of the surrounding natural environment. The rooms themselves vary in size from 15-30m2.” – Yatzer The Birds Nest, The UFO and The Tree Sauna after the jump! The Birds Nest The Tree Sauna Photos: Peter Lundstrom for Yatzer

Jee Young Lee leads as Ochoa stumbles Lorena Ochoa chopped into the mangled grass and was stunned to see her ball hop only a few inches, sending her to a double bogey as her hopes for a third straight major championship slipped away from her. By the time she recovered, she found some perspective in the McDonald’s LPGA Championship, along with a familiar name. Ochoa was only two shots out the lead, trailing two players who have never seriously contended in a major. And she was tied with Annika Sorenstam, out to make history of her own in her final season on the LPGA Tour. “I’m just glad I have a chance tomorrow,” Ochoa said. Stifling heat that turned Bulle Rock into an oven cooked up quite a treat on Saturday. Jee Young Lee played her final four holes in 4-under par and surged into the lead with a 7-under 65, putting her one shot ahead of Maria Hjorth, who also had a 65. They are among the longest hitters in women’s golf. Joining them in the final group will be Sorenstam, trying to join the great Mickey Wright as a four-time winner of this major. Sorenstam has gone 30 holes without a bogey, and she rarely found trouble on her way to a 68 that put her two shots behind. “The key in majors is not how it’s done; you’ve got to get it done,” Sorenstam said. “That’s what I’ve got to do tomorrow.” The only disappointment was that Ochoa and Sorenstam, Nos. 1 and 2 in the world, won’t get a chance to play together. LPGA officials, fearful of more fog that delayed the start of the third round, opted for threesomes on Sunday. Sorenstam will play with Lee, whose 25-foot birdie on the last hole gave her the lead at 12-under 204, and Hjorth, a fellow Swede. Ochoa birdied two of her last three holes to salvage an even-par 72, tied for third with Sorenstam. “I would have probably liked to have played with Annika,” Ochoa said. “I think it would have been fun for us and for all of you. But it’s OK. It’s better when they know what I have done. That will be important, to get a good start and to put my name up there. And they can stay with the pressure in the last group.” Ten players were within five shots of Lee, who won an LPGA Tour event in her native South Korea three years ago when she was 19. “I’ve been waiting to win the tournament ever since I came to the United States,” she said through a translator. “And to win the major tournament here would be really exciting for me. And I’m really looking forward to winning this tournament.” Hjorth ran off four birdies at the turn, took the outright lead on No. 12 and saved par after a tee shot on the 18th hole hit a cart path and bounded into the mounds of thick rough. “It’s still a golf ball you’re going to hit. It’s still a golf course you’re going to play,” Hjorth said. “As long as I don’t occupy my mind with thinking, ‘Oh, this is the last group in a major,’ hopefully I can handle it well. And I’m looking forward to it.” The toughest part of Saturday was handling the heat. Temperatures climbed past 100, and most players carried umbrellas to shield themselves from the sun. It felt even hotter with no breeze, with the tops of 60-foot oak trees not moving an inch. Add to that the pressure of a final round at a major, especially with Ochoa and Sorenstam right in the mix. “Everybody is looking forward to tomorrow and everybody wants it badly,” Sorenstam said. “The one that wins is the one that stays cool, stays patient and makes less mistakes. So that’s going to be my plan.” Ochoa had gone 30 holes without a bogey at Bulle Rock until a three-putt on the opening hole. The big blow came at the par-3 seventh. She pulled her tee shot left of the green into a mangled lie. She tried a flop shot over the bunker, but it was more like a foul tip. The ball squirted a few inches, Ochoa made double bogey and suddenly was three shots behind. A half-dozen players had at least a share of the lead at one point, with Sorenstam generating as much excitement as the gallery could muster. With temperatures climbing past 100, it felt like a sauna with no help from wind. Even the tops of 60-foot oak trees didn’t move. But it was loud enough, especially as Ochoa was walking up the fifth fairway and heard a cheer through the trees on the sixth green, where Sorenstam had stuck another close for birdie. That gave her a share of the lead, but only briefly, for Hjorth soon pulled ahead with an 8-iron to 8 feet for birdie at the 12th. Sorenstam slowed with pars. Brittany Lang, tied for the lead at 10 under, fell back on the 13th when she went from one nasty lie in the rough to another and took double bogey. Lang finished with a 71 and was in the group at 8-under 208 that included Laura Diaz (69) and Yani Tseng of Taiwan (65). Also in that group was Lindsey Wright, the first play to reach 11 under with a birdie at No. 8, who faulted on the back and shot 73. The third round was played in threesomes because of fog so thick it delayed the start by three hours. Most players probably wished the fog had stayed, for the blistering sunshine that broke through the haze led nearly everyone to carry an umbrella to shield the rays. “Just as long as you try to drink and not think about it too much, it worked for me,” Hjorth said. More high temperatures are expected for the final round, and Sorenstam already was thinking ahead. “I’m not going to wear a brown top tomorrow,” she said.

Moevenpick Hotel Berlin is in the heart of Berlin, walking distance from Tempodrom and Martin-Gropius Bau. This 4.5-star hotel is close to Checkpoint Charlie Museum and Brandenburg Gate. Make yourself at home in one of the 243 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as laptop-compatible safes and desks. Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities Take advantage of recreational opportunities offered, including a health club, a sauna, and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access, babysitting/childcare (surcharge), and a television in the lobby. Enjoy a meal at a restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Berlin? This hotel has 11840 square feet (1100 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. For a surcharge, guests may use a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) and a train station pick-up service.Expedia Affiliate Network 24 hour front desk Babysitting/child services (surcharge) Currency exchange on-site Express check out Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply. Get Flight + Hotel

Choose your preferred language. We speak English (US) and 41 other languages. 69 Soi Srinakarin 40 ,Srinakarin Road Nongbon ,Pravet, 10250 Bangna, Thailand – Show map |Special Offer - Club Double Room| |Special Offer - Deluxe Double or Twin Room| |Deluxe Double or Twin Room| |Deluxe Corner Double Room| No booking fees • Save money! Best price guarantee — enter dates to see these prices! 32 properties in Bangna Including hotels, apartments, villas and more. 11 verified reviews They speak your language! King Park Avenue Hotel Bangkok's staff speaks: Thai, English Booking is safe When you book with us your details are protected by a secure connection. Sauna, Fitness Center, Spa, Massage, Hot Tub, Karaoke Food & Drink WiFi is available in all areas and costs THB 60 per hour. WiFi is available in all areas and costs THB 150 per 24 hours. Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Packed Lunches, 24-Hour Front Desk, Currency Exchange, Baggage Storage, ATM on site, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Ironing Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Center, Fax/Photocopying, Honeymoon Suite Paid WiFi, Newspapers, Safe, Non-smoking Rooms, Facilities for Disabled Guests, Elevator 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room. Children and Extra Beds All children are welcome. One child under 8 years stays free of charge when using existing beds. One child under 2 years stays free of charge in a crib. One older child or adult is charged THB 550 per person per night in an extra bed. The maximum number of extra beds/cribs in a room is 1. Any type of extra bed or crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management. Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay. Pets are not allowed. Cards accepted at this property Hover over the cards for more info. Based on 11 reviews Value for money Show reviews from: The Ninth Place Serviced Residence offers fully-furnished apartments and a communal outdoor swimming pool. Score from 5 reviews Review score In Bangkok, the Nasa Vegas Hotel is right across from the Suvarnabhumi Airport Rail Link Ramkhamhaeng. It features a fully-equipped fitness center, private theater and a multi-cuisine restaurant. Score from 4686 reviews Good Offering bright and modern apartment-style rooms with free WiFi, Brighton Hotel & Residence is just a 10-minute walk from Bitec Bangna Convention Centre. Score from 116 reviews Good The Avana Bangkok Hotel is located in Bangna area, just a 20 minute drive from Suvarnabhumi International Airport. The hotel has an outdoor pool, spa and fitness center. Score from 228 reviews Review score The management seems to be trying to keep up the hotel, but their success rate isn't very good. An example: The lights in the room were on a central console. Two of the area switches didn't work. Lights were on the whole time. Had to call the desk to send a person up to remove light bulbs so I could sleep. Close to large mall (Seacon Square). Only relatively close to Suvarnabhumi Airport, for my one-night stay over. no wifi even though the site says it is free with room i still got them to give me some free internet when i showed them their site info but still it is not smooth on that sometimes noisy due to repairs but mostly ok the location and cleanliness and the polite staff The staff, the location. We showed up at midnight after booking on booking.com at 7pm. They couldn't find our reservation and had oversold for the renovated, upgraded supreme room that we had booked. They made us sit at the counter for 30 minutes while they tried to figure out what to do. We got frustrated because we were so tired (after a 30hr day of travel) and asked them to please just put us in a room. The put us into a sleazy un-renovated room, that looks like nothing listed on their website. This is nowhere near a 4 star hotel. Upon check-out they tried to charge us the full rate for the supreme room and we had to argue with them, we were not paying $90 for what was barely a 2 star room. We ended up paying $60 because we were in a hurry to catch another flight, but that room was barely worth $30 compared to other rooms of the same quality in the same area. The fitness center is closed during my stay in the hotel and the swimming pool is so dirty. Nearest to the Seacon Square We've negotiated with thousands of hotels to get the very best deals. We call them Secret Deals and they only last for a limited time. You can get these deals for free by subscribing to our newsletters. 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i had botox done around my eyes and then stupidly went into an infrared sauna 2 days afterwards. It completely dilated some major blood vessels under my eyes and they've never returned back to normal. I'm so upset about this because this was done 6 months ago and i'm afraid i'll never be "smooth" under my eyes again...please what can i do???? Botox Around Eyes and Dilation of Blood Vessels? Doctor Answers 9 Botox and prominent veins Botox relaxes the muscles. The veins are usually below the muscles. As the muscle does not have any tone, the veins can get engorged and become visible. Unfortuantely it is an unwanted side effect of Botox that is hard to avoid. You might have to choose between wrinkles or veins. Disclaimer: This answer is not intended to give a medical opinion and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case. Have a question? Ask a doctor Botox around eyes and dilation of blood vessels Botox treatments around the eyes, or anywhere else for that matter, would not cause dilation of the blood vessels. It is possible for Botox treatments, or any other injection around the eyes, to cause bruising though. Going into a sauna would cause dilation of blood vessels, but this would normally be temporary and return to normal once returning to normal conditions. I'm not sure what has caused your long-standing issue with dilation of blood vessels under your eyes, but it's not due to the Botox. Dilation of blood vessels not related to Botox It is highly unlikely that the dilation of your vessels is related to the Botox injections. It could be related to other underlying conditions or other systemic issues and suggest that you speak to your primary care physician. You might also like... Botox and blood vessels Botox doesn't cause dilation of blood vessels and doesn't typically last six months. You might want to consider other reasons this may have occurred and visit with your primary care physician. Botox and blood vessels The most common side effect of Botox around the eyes is some temporary bruising. The effect you are describing is not commonly seen. However, Botox is now being used to help improve blood flow such as to the fingers in patients with poor circulation. It is thought that Botox acts on the smooth muscle of vessels to cause dilation. Now, usually there is not much smooth muscle in veins, but this may be the cause of your vein dilation that you have seen. It is difficult to know if this will be temporary since it is not a well-known event. Botox around the eyes I have never seen the effect you describe, nor have I seen it reported in the scientific medical literature. Anything is possible, however, but as the effects of Botox last 4 (6 months tops), it would be highly unusual to see any lasting effects past 6 months. Veins More Visible after Botox Botox paralysis of muscles lengthen the muscles and reduce mass over time. Botox is used by some to improve vascular supply in Raynaud's, and Botox can act as a smooth muscle relaxant in the walls of vessels. You may notice an increase in size of superficial vessels, but the effect should be self-limiting. Botox and dilated vessels Botox relaxes the injected muscles and this may weaken their support. This is possibly why you appreciate your vessels. These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.

Post-Event service at Villa Quaranta Leave your mark. To regain vitality after a hard working day, by getting back in harmony with the environment. The Spa Centre, with its Fitness Area and Saunas-Thermarium, the Beauty Centre, the excellent cooking of the Restaurant and the local product tasting at the Cantina in Villa, the historical Cellars of Vapolicella and an Italian Garden with centuries-old plants and sculptures complete your events with novelty and refinement. Enhance your event with the following services: - Spa Pools - Saunas Thermarium - Beauty Centre - Fitness Centre - Park and garden - Cantina in Villa - Wine Building Spa Pools Terme della Valpolicella A 1000 sq.m. area to regain harmony between body and mind thanks to the healthy effect of thermal water or through sport. The swimming pool can also host pilates and spinning sessions and group activities as, for instance, zumba. To get again in tune with yourself after a hard day. Villa Quaranta Sauna Thermarium is the ideal place to relieve your tension after your working day. Hammam treatment, emotional showers, Finnish sauna and Turkish bath, "cold-cave" and Kneipp walk are your chance to detoxify and tone up your body in an evocative environment. In the sauna, also social events with the traditional Aufguss ritual can be held. Beauty Centre Terme della Valpolicella After a hard working day, taking care of your body is important. The beauty centre provides hydrocare treatments, massages, emotional diagnosis, chromotherapy, tanning booths, antiageing wine therapy with Amarone of Valpolicella and local olive oil therapy for an exclusive "remise-en-forme". For team-building activities, to relieve tensions and regain enthusiasm while feeling in harmony with your body, the fitness area provides more than 500 square metres with weight room, classroom and a gym fully equipped with Technogym tools. Furthermore, our instructors are available to give you maximum help and advice. Park and garden For original, novel team-building activities, Villa Quaranta provides 10.000 square metres of parkland and Italian garden to organise group yoga, stretching, treasure hunts and much more, immersed in greenery and landscape gardening. Restaurant Borgo Antico The Restaurant is the ideal location for meals and working lunches, as well as standing or sit-down buffets. It can also host social events, as theme suppers, guided wine-and-food tasting and oeno-test to "proclaim the most valiant one". For social events in the open air, the restaurant has a dedicated summer outdoor area. Cantina in Villa (the Villa's Cellar) The evocative historical cellar of Villa Quaranta is the ideal location to organise a virtual group food tour between the local products of Valpolicella and Lessinia, matched with the wines of the Tommasi family. Apertif-dinner, aperitif-lunch and full meals can also be organised to arrange a break... with taste. Tommasi Viticoltori Wine Building To learn more about the Tommasi family's historical seat and about the production history of Valpolicella. To conclude your event with friendliness and...territory: an original alternative to the food-and-wine tasting held in the Cantina in Villa and Bottega del Gusto. The guided tour to one of the historical Cellars of Classical Valpolicella also gives you the opportunity to savour and understand the Amarone, Recioto and Ripasso wines, as well as various Tommasi wines, matched with local cuts, Veronese cheeses and sweets from Lessinia in an evocative, traditional barrel cellar that also houses the world's biggest barrel.

“What’s up, son?” “Yeah, boy. You look down.” “You’re not all fucked up from bein’ stuck in Argentina or nothin’, are you?” “That wasn’t so bad; it was rough not knowing when we were getting back, but it’s not like they beat us down there. We had enough money to eat fresh steak every night.” “So what’s eating you?” “You guys know my sister?” “Sure. Everyone knows your sister.” “Thanks. I guess I’ve got the hots for her.” “So do something about it.” “Like what? Fap it off?” “No, man. Tap that ass.” “You remember I’m talking about my sister, right?” “You want me to do what exactly?” “Fuck her, dude. Only way to roll.” “Fuck yes, doo. She’s fine as fuck.” “Jackass, I mean fuck your own sister.” “Been there, done that.” “Strait up, man.” “While ago, party. We were both pretty drunk, but we both remembered it in the morning. I ended up getting it again a few days later. ‘Twas good.” “Me too, bro. I’ve done my sister a few times this year.” “You two are so full of shit.” “You told them?” Oh shit; she looked pissed. Enter a very pissed-off little blond, by the way. It was a few days later, and we was still warming up our usual seats on the patio of the bar. “How the fuck could you fucking tell them, you fucking prick? Fucking jerk!” She was beating him with her tiny fists. Rather hard, as it happened. He turned his body and put up his arms, but she was swinging like a little girl possessed. I’ve seen girl boxers, and this wasn’t it. When you’re not either of them, it’s pretty funny. Poor girl was such an angel otherwise. You know the “angel” look, right? Never a hair over five-foot-three; short, blond hair with the cutest little ringlets at the bottom; huge, huge baby-blue eyes that looked up at you and made you want to cry; and rather conservative clothing. At least it looked like conservative clothing on her; my sister would’ve looked like a fucking ho dressed like that. But my sister cries black tears of mascara, does her hair in this bullshit ensemble, wears leather wherever it gets made to fit, army boots, and tattoos everywhere. She’d look like street trash getting dressed up for church, which is a regular thing for her. She’s an avid Catholic, my sister. Poor Tiffany took off in such a huff. “But you don’t understand!” Sam yelled after her. “This idiot was trying to… so I… wait!” And then she was gone. Man. To see him turn and come back to us, our smiling faces with our freshly-brushed teeth… “Bad news, man,” one of us said. May have been me. The rest of us were holding back our grins and our snickers. In our experience as a four-man lady-watching team, we couldn’t agree on whose sister was the hottest. Sam had twelve or some such ridiculous number, and while Tiffany was definitely in the top point-one percent of the population, so were the rest of her sisters, but not for such “obvious” reasons as Tiffany boasted. Dree was another lucky one, with three fine-ass pieces of potential arm-candy, but no one was brave enough to try, and I mean no one. Legs all the way around, but brains on top of brains. Never even went to high school, they were so smart. Dree’s middle sister Ivy was the tallest and probably the sultriest of the three. Is that the right word, sultry? Where the fuck’s my encyclopedia… “Oppressively hot and moist, characterized by arousing passion.” Yep, that’s Ivy. A bit tall for a girl, with easygoing, long brown hair that would wave over her killer green eyes. She had tits just small enough to let the rest of her body share the spotlight, unlike her flat blond sister or her busty red-head sister. Ivy was considered to be the dumb one of the three, everyone knew who knew them, but only because she was the one we saw at parties. We all figured the other two were too big of nerds to enjoy a good party, so Ivy, who did, must’ve been dumber. Didn’t drink much, but she knew how to have a good time, only she was known for being more tease and less bite. Still, she was no one’s fool. Rumor got around that she actually had a PHD, so some fresh guy bet her body against his ride that he could outwit her in some knowledge contest. Ivy showed up at the poor idiot’s father’s house the next day, demanding why her prize that she won square hadn’t been handed over, then she told the dad all about the bet. Poor guy never knew what hit him. And then there’s Sadie. Man, how bad I want a bite of her. As bad as Ivy is, Sadie was known to bite at the bait at a party once in a while, so a few lucky guys knew her name, and I mean personally. To put it in perspective, there are a few pussies out there who want one of those girls who stays a virgin until she gets married. A few less weird ones wait until they graduate, but me? I just want one who graduated puberty. My sister was no different, but being in her own crowd, what could I do? Back to Sadie. Not legs like Ivy, nor boobs like Tiffany, or oozing corrupt sensuality like my sister, but still, there was something. What’s the word? Pom-poms. The cheerleaders at our high school were seriously wicked. For those of us that didn’t chill with her brother Bill, everyone knew Sadie as “Honey-Bee,” her special cheerleader name. Honey-blond hair, yellow-and-black striped clothes, and a bumblebee backpack. Bubblegum all the time, skirts, sneakers, whatever; she was sexy. She didn’t have to work on it because she had sexy cheerleader friends and a reputation, but that doesn’t mean she doesn’t have it. Girl had it in spades, as they say. My sister, on the other hand, didn’t want attention, but it got her a reputation, and her scorning of geeks and jocks alike made her either a collectable or a taboo depending on who you talked to, which only raised her H-rating even higher to all parties who sang the sorrow of the sickness. I keep missing my point. Sadie, she puts out, but not for everyone. See, thing is, no one can figure out what her thing is. She fucked the captain of the baseball team but not the quarterback of the football team. She fucked one of her closest friend’s boyfriend, but not the other friend’s. She fucked a guy on the physics team, but not one from the math team. Just when the jocks started giving up on her, she fucked a boxer. And then another. No one can figure out her game, which means that technically anyone has a shot. There are girls that crave jocks like Roxanne or girls that put out for a cheap compliment like Tiffany, so they’re easy targets. But Sadie, she’s available, but she’s mysterious. That’s H-rating right there. Four sisters, each with their own personal appeal. Sam claims to have trodden the water, as does Bill, but Sam’s been there and back, so we all know he knows something about taking a woman to bed. Bill, he’s my boy, but he’s more for using his eyes than his tongue if you know what I mean. This is a serious town where serious business goes on, so there aren’t a hundred bars around campus like there should be, but there’s still Julie’s. If you behave yourself you can get a drink there, but you can’t get drunk. There’s the industrial section out west for bar and club scenes or the city about ten minutes north by train, but we the boys just want to chill on the patio with a few pitchers of beer and watch the trim walk by. Julie’s is located a few miles away from Downtown with some of the larger stores and restaurants. A lot of people liked Downtown for the fact that it was quaint and comfortable and there was no extra-foot traffic except for horses. But if you wanted to watch a piece of ass go by, Julie’s was the place to be. Located in the heart of commercial Rotterdale, you had a perfect view of the public transit going hither and yon along with the young hotties that frequented larger, more anonymous shopping locations. Very difficult flirting with the cashier when everyone on the street knows your name and would find out about it half an hour later. “I’d pee in her butt,” Bill noticed after an exceptional heifer walked by. We all agreed with varying interest at the pair of heeled legs and revealing blouse. Probably a chick from out west coming in for a delicious sammich and some shopping for her boss. Also probably not an ounce of brains. See, there’s a problem in this sweet little cove we call “home”: The women don’t amount to much. Sure, back in the day I wanted a nice cute thing to bed for the rest of my life to call mother of my children, but that died out as my mother divorced and remarried some jerk from Kansas or Montana or something. I tried dating a few times, but the heartless bitches left me wanting nothing more than a quick fifteen minutes alone with the lights out so I could do nothing but feel the body I had lusted after that particular week. After I got my cookies off, all respect for her would be lost to the point that I wouldn’t want to look at it anymore. Therefore I could look at someone else for the next week, hopefully bedding her that Friday. Any more than that, and you were in for a world of hurt. Gossip, betrayal, and an empty wallet. Three things I gave up on upon entering college. We’re a small football town, Rotterdale. It’s not to say that we all know each other, but there isn’t much moving out or moving in going on. Mostly everyone here has lived here most of their lives, so whomever you date is someone you’re liable to see for the rest of your life. So it was with Roxanne. Bitch. Calling me twice daily to tell me she loved me within a week of dating, and after two months come to find out she’d been fucking some other guy for a few times a week, more than I was getting. I could’ve thrown a fit about it like a little kid, and hell, I was a little kid at the time, but there was my sister Becky to help me fume about her and convince me to just start fucking someone else because there were way too many dolphins in the tank to worry about getting yours eaten by another shark that can’t help but smell blood in the water. Come to find out it was more of the same thing with the rest of my posse. We all knew each other in school (besides Dree, of course), but going to school and going to college or a job is two different things. We became fast friends as we were all frequenters of Julie’s bar, constantly nursing a frothy mug along with the loss of some dolphin or another that swam away before we could enjoy their rare taste for recreational copulation. Bill, he’d dated one girl all through high school just for her to break up with him because she didn’t want to miss out on “life after high school,” whatever the fuck that meant. More important than love, obviously. Sampson, he… well, Sampson was Sampson. He was a bit of a dog back in his high school years, everyone knew, but he came back from the Army different. Not, “I’ve got through a life change,” different, more like, “I can’t be bothered trying to impress every piece of well-dressed tail I see,” different. Actually, he picked up right where he left off, nailing his two ex-girlfriends as well as his sister in one night. That was another sister. Sam never gave a girl the chance to get close, he simply picked one from the masses and used her for as long as it pleased him before moving on. He was only at the bar as much as the rest of us because he needed some healthy masculine company to balance all the pussy he’d been getting. We allowed him in because he was something of a lord amongst men, having nailed two of his own sisters besides a long list of women, none of whom got to him like they’d got to us. But that wasn’t to say he never had bad experiences, which is my topic at the moment. Sam’s father is the rather well-known Samson Campbell, whose divorce to his high-powered wife left him with a child and one of the largest houses in town. Rather than reconcile or find a new bride, Samson Campbell proceeded to nail every piece of tail in sight, which was why he had so many children in the same age range, the older Samson discluded. The end of that story is that Sam’s the eldest in a house with a large handful of children and no real mother figure. We wonder whether he took it personally, or if he believes he’s adopted his dad’s method of how to treat women. Dree was just hopeless. He actually cared too much. No wicked bitch could grind him under-foot so badly that he didn’t pick up and try again. Stupid bastard didn’t go to high school, is the problem. Billy and I, we’re immune to it by now, and Sampson seemed to know at birth, but Dree was always playing catch-up with the way the world worked. Still, he was the nicest out of us by a long shot. I’m glad my boys are good guys, but it’s a bit sickening, watching his eyes bore longingly after yet another female he won’t even bother to get. “‘Sup for tonight?” he asked. “Brewer’s doing something,” Sam said. “Should be bumpin’.” I don’t know where the hell that man gets his information from since he doesn’t go to college or work Downtown, but he’s always spot-on. Possibly because he’s also brother to the Gossip Twins. That’s just one of their names. Another is “the Trash Twins,” or “the Gritty Pair,” for those that have ever seen them from a mile away. Yet another reason we revered Sam: He was related to twin sisters, both of whom were considered the sluttiest virgins in the history of Mankind. A bit of a “Bender Free” complex surrounding those two. There was this concert once with the hottest home-grown honey to ever come out of Rotterdale, but tickets were impossible to get. Those that went came back like they had been in the Holy Presence. And so it was with Cindy and Sara. Easygoing girls, but no matter how close you got to them, you never stopped wanting to fuck them, and you knew you were never going to. Yet another sickness in our town: Worse than girls who put out and switched after leading a guy on were girls that didn’t put out at all despite wearing the uniform and playing the part. But we couldn’t scorn them; they were Sam’s sisters. They were also to fucking hot to scorn; you’d never risk word getting to them that you’d said a foul syllable on them and risk your chance of ever getting one into bed (which would be enough to last a lifetime, but we all openly admitted we wanted both, hopefully at the same time). The traffic was dying, so we quit our usual chairs at our usual table and bid Jess goodbye. Jess was people with Dree’s mom and Sam’s dad, so we never had to pay as long as we took it easy with a few pitchers of beer. I think Dree and Sam are fourth cousins or something; they both went to that private school down south that you can only get to by horse. We parted ways, still some of us having a last bite at Sam for getting found out by hot-hot Tiffany, and headed in our own directions. I was home in about twenty minutes with the aid of the town-provided streetcars that would take anyone on foot from neighborhood to neighborhood. My mom and Captain Asshole were still at work, which was a reason I took it easy on classes at Laurel in mornings and heavy on the weekends: More time in the house alone during working hours, though it was murder trying to cure a hangover from Friday or Saturday right before getting into six hours of classes the following morning. My sister was home, thank God in Heaven and the angels above. She and I argued all through childhood, but things never got really bad with us. We went to high school together and everything without embarrassing each other; she’s a senior now to my sophomore year in university. Being around her was much cooler once I got into college for some reason, either because I was more relaxed about life or because she was finally maturing, I didn’t care. All I saw was that I had my boys at my side, an easy bunch of classes at school, and a cool sister I could chill with at home for a few hours before hitting this party. Speaking of which… “Hey Beck, you hear of that gig going on tonight?” I asked into her closed room. “I’m not going to some fruity live music thing with you and your asshole boyfriends!” she snarled immediately. I’m not much for the cheesy musicians that play at the coffee joint either, but it’s something to do. But Becky, she has none of it. I swear, she hates both our parents for the simple fact that because of them she was forced to grow up in this little town instead of a huge city where she could have more alternative-lifestyle mates to read shitty poetry about death and kittens to. “Then why are you all dressed up?” I asked before I even barged in. She was always dressed; at some point I got the feeling that her being in her underwear would simply be too cute, which would have been unacceptable to her. She was painting her toes black (yet again), dressed in a black frill skirt with a black… let’s just say there was lots of black. She didn’t seem to notice me barging in, much less mind. “Might go do something; I donno,” was her pathetic answer. “Any which way, it’s not fruity live music, it’s a party over at Brewer’s place, whoever the fuck that is. Thought your asshole boyfriends might be there, so I figured I could give you a lift if you were headed there anyway.” “What the fuck could you lift, you skinny idiot?” Like I said, we’re pretty good pals for the most part, but we’re still siblings. I went to get changed so she could dry her toes or whatever in peace. While I was in the shower, my good old buddy rose to attention. Watching all the ass graze mid-town was nice and Tiffany looked cute as a button as she ran in tears from her unfaithful brother, but damn, Becky’s feet are a sight. She’s got these ugly black things crawling on them since she got enough money to get inked and she’s always doing the black nail polish, but underneath it all is a very cute girl with very cute parts. I reached around myself rather than get busy with the showering as old habits took over my mind. Living in a house with three other people makes it tough to get your stroke on, so the privacy of the loud shower is always a welcome haven for hidden zen time. First it was Tiffany, blue eyes and all, in my mind as I worked my magic. Then there was the server at Julie’s, always a welcome sight. Then came Sadie and Sally, both of whom I’d seen in high school, but I didn’t know either of them very well while I was in lack-of-attendance. Ivy was possibly the most agonizing for me, since I didn’t know her from high school at all. No, she was a sophisticated college student at the tender age of thirteen, and as such she developed quite a bit of mystique. It was the pictures of them that really did it for me. Bill carried a picture of Sadie and Sampson had all his hot sisters represented behind his billfold, but the first time I saw them was when the proud guys revealed that they had screwed the little teases, their own sisters. Their own sisters. That had implications: that a brother could nail the ultimate hottie. I had wanted Becky since I started glimpsing her around high school; for all her protests about rejecting society, she really started working on the way she dressed for public. I almost asked her for a picture for my wallet once, but I could just imagine it being like, “Hey, I wondered if you wanted to come chill out for a while, just you and me? Maybe get a few pictures taken together…” Yeah, maybe after we both graduated college. She was still a high-schooler, and any interaction with her own flesh-and-blood was still forbidden for that duration. I’d have to get one from Mom instead. A particular picture was drilled into my memory, that one picture of little Becky dressed up in black (with purple for the occasion), hair done up, heels instead of boots, and standing next to some geek that was too shy to ask why she kept disappearing to the dance floor without him. My own prom wasn’t that good, but she looked like she enjoyed hers. But now that picture said something else. It was just a picture of my sister just like Bill and Sam had, but theirs were trophies. Mine should become a trophy as well. As soon as I got one for my wallet, that is. I groaned quietly; my hand had begun stroking furiously on cleaning my equipment without me knowing. It’d be good to drain out the stress before an important party, but that it was thinking of my sister that was getting me off, phew. I was about to come hard and fast. She’d probably find it stuck to the wall next time she showered. “You in here, dork?” “Shit, shit, and more shit found in cans of delicious soda,” I swore. I was seconds away, but I tore my hand off lest I make some giveaway noise. “Find your hairspray on your own fucking time,” I yelled, but still she browsed through the counter like it was a thing to do with me in the process of bathing. “What’s your problem? You ‘busy’ in there? Should I come back in two minutes?” Fucking women. No fucking wonder I could hardly stand them anymore. Even my mother most of the time, though it was too bad, since my stepfather was even worse. “Done, thanks,” I grumped, quickly grabbing a towel and letting it have its way with me for all of eight seconds before I wrapped myself up and pushed myself past my cunt sister and off to my room. “This place is teh bwalz,” Bill complained. “We just got here, nimdickrod,” Sam guffawed. Once again he was king of the crop, the little matter of his little sister forgotten. He barged his way through the front doors of the largish house, pushing through the crowd of ill-dressed women and poorly-dressed men. It’s a sickness in this town, women. They love us, then leave us, yet we can’t put them down, and they always show up when we’re trying to have fun, dressed as they are. There’s Roxanne, my old ex. Some guy’s kissing on her when I know for a fact she’s dating someone else. He probably is, too. Then there’s Cindy and Sara, right on cue. They’re the ones in the center of attention, surrounded by boys and shooting them down one by one. Some just don’t get it, and they come back for more punishment. They’re not going to be putting out, yet they’re still dressed in states of undress that’s par for the party. Like I said, a sickness. We all hate each other, yet we can’t do without each other. Ooh… woman. I spot a pretty young thing by the beer. “What’s crackin’, sweetheart?” I ask her as I fill myself a pint with a stein I keep tucked into my party tunic for just an occasion. Never trust the plastic cups, and they look stupid. “Just got here,” says I. The brew is both moist and delicious. Even if we have sex wars at parties, the beer they have there is too good to turn down. “I had no idea I’d get so lucky in my first minute.” My eyes were doing all the work, staring straight into hers instead of glancing down to her ridiculously open chest. Sam was a master at that and other such key approaches, but I was learning slowly. “Hey, Ice, baby,” came… Meb? from somewhere else, slipping his arm around her like he owned her. Meb is Sam’s chickenshit little brother. A guy that didn’t have the balls to get laid because “it might hurt his best friend’s feelings”. I’ve seen Lyla; she’s cute, but constantly tipsy, if you know what I mean. “Who’s your friend?” “We weren’t introduced yet,” Ice answered. “Ice” was right. Ice-blue lipstick and ice-blue eyeshadow for her ice-blue eyes. These cheerleader types took their nicknames seriously. “But he was just telling me how he had already gotten lucky.” She pushed a fleck of blue-frosted blond hair out of her eyes. “Really? Let’s hear it, then,” Meb said proudly. Little fucker drew Ice in closer. He knew exactly what he was doing. Goddammit, this isn’t fair. We boys, we can’t be blamed for having the same targets in our sights, and you can’t expect some guy you’re not mates with to stay away from your own flock, but there’s supposed to be at least some code. You can’t stop yourself from taking what’s already taken, but don’t make it personal. Don’t rub the other guy’s face in it. I’d talk to his brother about it later. “That would be telling, wouldn’t it?” I said cheekily. “Now if you’ll excuse me, I’ve got a one-minute limit if I’m to familiarize myself with everyone in the crowd.” Asshole. If it was my woman and I’d already hit that and I’d seen some guy moving in on her, I’d probably just leave it the fuck be so I could call her on it like it was some excuse to not call her anymore. But that’s chickenshit Meb for you. Reminds me of Dree, only Dree was only defensive about his… “Hello, legs,” I said to a particularly pleasing set of stems first thing out the keg room. I knew that voice. “Hey, pretty breeze,” I said to the most delicious pair of dark green eyes in town, playing on her middle name. Ivy was already staggering under some unfelt zephyr due to the short glass already half-empty in her long fingers. “I swear, if I have to put up with you and your stupid friends hitting on me all night, I’m just gonna go now,” she fumed. “You’re perfectly safe with me, my dear,” I said in what warm tones I could muster towards the opposite sex. “In fact, if there’s someone that gets too fresh with you tonight, I’d be perfectly willing to come to your aid.” And it was perfectly true. The off-limits list to a guy like me includes a buddy’s ex and a buddy’s sister. The ex because you know they weren’t good enough to keep or too fickle to stay around, the sister because you don’t want to be the one guy in a group of friends that goes after another friend’s family. They were like little sisters to all of us, really. Only not, and we enjoyed looking at them just as much as their brothers did. She excused herself with eyes rolled up so far it was sure to kick her hangover in three hours early. I’m used to girls walking away; in fact, I encourage it as I love to watch them leave. While Ivy could do wonderful things with a pair of tight jeans, she loved the attention she got on her bare legs when she wore short skirts. I continued through the various rooms looking for more, but only going so far as my hefty mug would carry me. See, not only does a plastic cup look stupid while you’re trying to talk a girl up, you’re also prone to running out, and holding six or eight cups’ worth just looks silly. “Wow. You always bring your own mugs to parties?” “Maybe I’m friends with the guy that lives here,” I said to whomever had picked me amongst the crowd to start up with. “Then why’re you showing up late, getting shot down by the first girl you talk to before you even fill the thing up?” Fucking headhunters. See, this is why I don’t like being late to a party. It had taken Becky forever to get ready, while all I had to do was put some clean, pressed clothes on with some cologne and my nice shoes. In fact, I was all set to go when suddenly she comes out of nowhere, yelling at me for not waiting for me. “You told me you didn’t wanna go,” I’d said, but that got me nowhere since I’d already told her I’d take her so she didn’t get raped or whatever on the way there. Point being, I like to be at a party early so I can keep an eye on the door, watching the women come in one by one until I have a list of faces I like. Obviously this girl had the same thing in mind. Saved me the trouble, really. “Little sister had to… holy shit.” I had turned to look at her, and that did me in right away. This girl was wearing nothing more than a yellow bikini top and barely-there shorts. Parties with pools were automatically pool parties, but come the fuck on. “Something wrong, handsome?” she asked with a smirk on her immature face. It’s a sickness. There’s something of a war of genders going on in this seemingly peaceful town, and it’s girls like this that make the war hard to win. Headhunting is a difficult game that requires experience, but anyone can figure it out after a few parties if they don’t get told about it to begin with. And then there are girls like this: Tiny, tiny girls who look like they’re fresh out of junior high. They think that just because they’re in high school they can go to all the “big kid” parties where highschoolers and college-goers mix. It’s a given that whenever there’s beer and kids there’ll be skin, but it’s these stupid girls that think they have to get an advantage by showing ridiculous skin. I mean, I’ve bedded quite a few girls in my day, but I never knew whether they shaved or trimmed (got an unmowed one once, wtf?) until I got them into bed. This girl, you knew she straight up waxed. Girls like this, you’re pretty sure they’re not even eighteen. And you are, so be polite and excuse yourself before someone sees you talking to her. “I know what you’re thinking,” she says. She’s got a bit of beer on her breath and dirt on her bare feet. “You think I’m some dumb college girl, don’t you?” “Nothing like that ever crossed my mind, I assure you,” I said with perfect honesty. I didn’t even have time to think about her being dumb, and forget about thinking of her in college. “I work really hard at the boutique…” Oh. So that explains the impossibly smooth skin. “…But all I get is bullshit from guys like you who’re only looking for easy high school girls.” “So, are you mad at me because people think you’re in college or because they think you’re not in high school?” I asked with genuine confusion. “…So… it was nice talking to you; see you ar…” “Wait! Where’re you going?” Stupid cunt. “Going to find someone who doesn’t open conversations with man-hating slander.” “See, that’s what I hate about you guys! No one ever takes me seriously!” “Why do you think that is?” I asked with feigned interest. “It can’t possibly be your sales pitch, because I was ready to drown myself for the cause.” “Really?” her eyes brightened. Beautiful blue eyes on this girl. Fuck! No! No looking! “No, not really.” Yes, I’m ready to kill myself, but not for her sake. More to get me out of this conversation. Maybe there’s an open window nearby. Her eyes lowered in immediate sorrow. “Dammit, I’m never gonna get a date!” If not, I’m sure I can find a chainsaw and make one. We were by the stairs. Couples were going up and singles were coming down; Sam had set the bar by taking up one in each hand. In a corner, two girls were getting very frisky. I was trying to find the right phrase to get this silly chicken out of my way so I could get between the action. “Do you think I’m pretty?” “Huh? Oh, sure,” I said while trying to keep my eyes fixed on the empassioned brunettes. “You could at least look at me when you say that.” “Look… what’s your name?” Whoops. Stupid question. “Cypher,” she said with a frown. “Look, Cypher… what; you a cheerleader?” “I was; nobody seems to remember my first name, so I don’t bother anymore. What were you gonna say?” “Huh? Oh. Look, a million women ask guys if they think they’re pretty, and all it does is cause trouble. Now if you’ll excuse me…” I needed to get out of there. Long, silky blond hair; big, cornflower-blue eyes; miles of skinny, toned legs; flawless skin; and that overall narrowness accented by the immature attitude that makes her a perfect picture of innocent youth. A package that can make you cry. Why, you ask? Because you can’t have it; you’re not even supposed to want it, but you do, even if it gets you arrested. And that package, I can guarantee you you would. I shouldn’t even be caught talking to her, much less looking at her. I’ve already bumped into like four people here that I know. “You wanna go swimming with me?” What the hell? I had walked past her, but she’d already grabbed my hand. I watched with a tear in my eye as the brunettes walked up the stairs together, no man between them to balance the hormones. “Look, I’ve gotta…” I stammered, trying to follow them. “What’d you say?” “You wanna go swimming with me?” she asked again, already dragging me toward the poolside family room. “I didn’t bring a…” Damned women and their damned body parts distracting me. While I was distracted by the hordes of women in increasing stages of undress, Cypher had drug me out to the pool room. I turned to her with thoughts of freedom when she released my hand, but my eyes caught hold of her cute little butt being freed from her shorts that looked like no more than a mouthful. Cute matching yellow bottoms appeared from behind the shorts that shimmied their way down the smooth, tan legs; another tear was squeezed from my eye. There are just some things that are too beautiful to look away from, no matter the shame, no matter the danger. “Come on, get undressed!” she encouraged with something of a squeal when she unbent herself and placed her shorts in safe keeping. I mechanically did as I was told as though under some spell of those yellow bottoms. Even though she was watching my eyes locked helplessly on her skinny ass, I couldn’t pry my attention away. I was down to my shorts without realizing what was going on, and she had tossed the rest of my things into a conspicuous locker that had been previously empty. Great setup at this place, was my thought. On the wall there were shorts for swimming. I heisted one, replacing my undershorts once Cypher went off to the shower to get hosed down before hopping into the wetness. With my shorts and socks in the safety of the locker, I headed back into the house through the nearby door, which dropped me off at the doorstep of the beer. “Hey, trunks,” came a familiar voice when I began refilling my stein. “What was it you were saying before?” I looked to see Ice, still sitting on a barstool next to the beer, no Meb in sight. “Something about ‘getting lucky’?” Women. A sickness, them. I could see it in her eye, undressing what I had left. And it wasn’t one of those looks that a girl gets when she’s about to say something humorous at your expense. “You wouldn’t want him, Ice, he’s diseased.” The blue-lipped goody was distracted from gazing at my newly revealed form by none other than my sister. What a cunt, for her to chase off my trim. I’m not trying to mack on someone in front of her, but still. That’s just childish. “Mmm… I think I’ll be the judge of that,” Ice retorted, leaning in to breathe of my cologne. “I’m off for a swim,” I said in the same tone of voice she had adopted. “Sounds tempting, but I didn’t bring a suit.” “You know, I said that same damn excuse,” I said, shining her on and walking out. My sister began gagging. “Ooh, thank you!” squealed Cypher once I had stepped outside. She grabbed my freshly-refilled mug and took a large sip. Rule number twenty-seven-and-a-half: Never let a woman drink from your drank. But rather than wait around to hear the rules of parties, she grabbed two of my fingers with two of hers and led me to the pool. A few guys I knew eyeballed her dripping-wet form every bit as hard as I had as we passed, and she leaped in after turning to blow me a kiss. “Nice catch,” Bill said when I took a seat next to him on the submerged pool bench. “Shut up,” I said from behind my beer. “Not bad, not bad,” he continued with feigned impressedness, “a little under-ripe, but given a few years…” I socked him on the arm, which caused my beer to slosh dangerously. I stopped engaging the idiot talk to drown my sorrows in the precious brown fluid, and Bill was content to help me watch the multitude of female forms going in and out of the pool. Though neither of us said anything, we were slowly changing. More beer, more relaxing, our eyes more used to the light, more giggling; slowly but surely, we were changing. We were adapting to the situation. We were becoming predators, only it wasn’t the weak and sick we would be aiming for. “Anything yet?” I asked once we were both in hunter mode. “Nothing,” he answered with his voice full of business. His eyes, like mine, were narrowed, following each movement before us very carefully. We held our heads very still to catch each precious sound of a girl’s squeal or gasp of pleasure as she was “accidentally” groped under, or out of, the water. “But there’s no shortage, and there’s plenty of time.” “True, true.” That’s my boy, positive to the end. These parties weren’t made for dolphin-catching, but they sure did the trick. Sometimes he and I, along with Dree or Sam as instanced, would just find a couch or something and chill the fuck out with some beer, maybe play cards. If it the magic happened, it happened. If it didn’t, no one’s heart was broken. There were plenty of days in the year, and the subsequent years that we got older and wiser, the girls stayed small and stupid. My “date,” finished with her romp in the pool, came paddling up to me. “Look what I got you,” she said with pride. She was twirling someone’s bikini top over her finger. “It’s wet,” I said casually from behind the lip of my mug. “Double-Ds.” She had such an excited smile on her face from bringing back a trophy for me, I felt obligated to acknowledge it for her, even though it was guaranteed to get me into trouble. “It’s usually panties I collect, sorry.” “Aww…” She tossed the top back to the poor victim and crawled into my lap. “We’ll see if we can’t do something about that. Mind if I borrow your friend for a while?” she said to Bill rather than me while pulling herself out of the pool and dragging me with her. Whoever this “Brewer” guy was that was hosting, not only did his pool deck come equipped with a wet room with like a million lockers, it also had a huge sauna for people to dry off in before getting back into their clothes. Or in Cypher’s case, her shorts she must’ve had with her since the third grade. My eye twitched thoroughly as I watched her rubbing that thirsty towel over every inch of her soaking skin. I was far gone by the time her hips popped into place back inside her shorts, I was powerless for her to pull me back into the house and up the fated stairs. “I want you,” she hissed in a hushed voice when she pulled us into the first door up the stairs. She pressed her mouth to mine, and I didn’t even have time to think about the implications before I tripped on the bed and fell flat on my back. Fuck me; are you serious? In the darkness, we had fallen on a romping couple. My first thought was that I had walked in on Sam, which may or may not have been a good thing, considering that he’s a very generous individual when it came to his catch of the minute. But it wasn’t; Cypher went about undressing me anyhow. “Do you mind?” the guy asked. “We’re already hard at work here.” “Not at all,” Cypher said in an overly-giddy voice, “we can share, can’t we?” “Share.” There’s an operative word for you. Share the bed, or share more? Either way, I found myself thoroughly excited by this frisky young lady (no, “girl”. “lady” just doesn’t suit her as a description). Not just from her body now; she had topped a girl just to please me, now she was ready for side-by-side action, which is something you usually only hear rumors about from uncredible people (besides Sam; that man knew some magic). I was pulled closer onto the bed; Cypher wasn’t having anything stand in her way. I heard the girl next to us do her best to distract the lucky guy into continuing, but the moans and groans I was getting out of Cypher from every touch I reluctantly gave her must’ve been getting under his skin. I forgot to care. Cypher had gotten me to kiss her, and with each second I cared less and less how old, more specifically how young, she may or may not have been. Even still, my heart began to beat out of control, and I could hear the sirens ringing in my ear as sure as if the room were monitored by Rotterdale’s Finest themselves. And stupid me, I carried on regardless of the obviously-going-to-happen consequences. And you know what? It felt good. Good to let go, good to pluck fruit I wasn’t supposed to have. Only this under-ripe fruit tasted so much sweeter for it, not bitter at all. Definitely young. Definitely fresh. Her lips were so soft and tender, not like these whores that’ve sucked one too many dicks in their life. Her tongue came to life in my mouth, panting into me just from pulling my clothes off, and I had hardly even touched her yet. But her skin was something to be touched indeed. Still slightly moist from the pool and hot from the sauna. Her wild excitement and eagerness told me she was inexperienced. Too inexperienced. She reminded me of me back when I was a virgin, only I’d never seen a female version of a virgin before. I grabbed her shoulders and attacked her neck. She groaned outwardly at the simple pleasure, and it got worse as I went after her harder. She must’ve known I was into her at last, and it was making her hotter and hotter. Her body was going from moist to sweaty in record time. I can only imagine how cute she must’ve looked with the lights on or whether anyone had ever made her wear that expression before. I could imagine, and the thought only made me go after her harder in the dark, sucking hard at her neck and sliding down her chest. I didn’t want to cut straight down since I was enjoying making her squirm so much. I moved my lips back up to her throat and held her by her tiny hips that I’d been staring at all night. Her slender legs squeezed together and jerked around. Once they fell apart, I knew I’d be in business. “For fucks sake; do you mind?” the guy asked again. I had just bitten down on the other side of Cypher’s neck to make her squeal; pissing off our neighbor at last. I noticed with some pride that his girl hadn’t been making any noise. I may not be hot shit in bed, but at least all the girls I’ve been with are a little vocal. “Just keep touching me, Christopher,” an unknown female voice said in an impatient voice. That’s funny; whenever Cypher made her little encouragements here and there, she sounded utterly horny, like each word took effort better spent on enjoying herself, only an emergency measure to make sure I knew she liked being touched, that I needed to touch her more. The other girl, she sounded like she was getting upset with the other guy for not being able to perform just because there was another couple in bed with them. It’s not like the bed wasn’t big enough. I went back to business, ignoring the other guy, whatever he ended up going. Cypher stuck her tongue in my ear and was moving her hands across my stomach. I could feel her desire to reach down my pants as she breathed hotly against my skin. Or was it? Unknown, that is. The voice. I did know that voice. If only Cypher would… oh my god. My hands were already at Cypher’s sides, and she was bucking against me. Her legs were wilting along with her will to hold back. The voice that told me to throw caution to the wind was getting louder, but the more I thought about it, another voice was ringing in my ears. “Derrick? Are you serious?” A knee on my back, some scuttling along with someone falling, and the lights clicked on. There was my sister, shoes off and down to her bra up top. Next to Cypher and myself on the bed was some prick I think I recognized from college. “Old girlfriend?” Cypher asked. Oh yeah, Cypher. She was sprawled on her back, flushed from head to toe in a radiant shade of pink. I was enamored despite myself. The soft moans she was making along with her clumsy movements were too much to resist. She was searching my face for an answer, hoping we didn’t have to stop what we were doing. “Hardly,” Becky said for herself, looking quite disgusted with me after taking one look at my new pet dolphin. “Oh, good,” Cypher said with relief. She leaned forward to kiss my chest to encourage me to touch her more. By the door, Becky rolled her eyes again and came back to the bed to get her top and her shoes. Christopher did the same. “You guys don’t have to go,” Cypher said sadly, “the bed’s plenty big…” “No, thanks,” Christopher said angrily. “Come on, Becky, let’s go.” Without waiting for her, he charged to the door and slammed it on his way out. “You don’t have to go,” Cypher then said directly to Becky. God, this girl does things for me. For a split second in time, my eyes locked with my sister’s. There, for the third time that night, she stared me down with my top down, and I was getting an eyeful of her breasts trying to escape her emotionally disturbed black bra. “Since you guys haven’t dated or anything, you know…” Bless that child, that sweet girl. Already trying to get another woman into bed with us. As for me, I couldn’t help but wish for it. After all, this crush of mine had been getting bad in the past few weeks, especially since learning a few of my friends had trodden that same forbidden path I wished to take. The door closed behind Becky as well, and both Cypher and I sighed. Still, we had each other. With the lights on, I was even more excited by her, and it showed as I tore her top off and began sucking her magnificent, tiny breasts. She squealed again, more in surprise than in delight. She had her pants down my hands for sure this time around, and my pants didn’t last long. Even while I was leaning over her, she swiveled around to suck me off. If there had been a mirror, I probably would have been rather despoiled of the image, big old me on all fours and this tiny girl underneath me, sucking away at my organ like a calf at the teat. But too bad; there was no mirror, and this little girl’s mouth felt way too good. She didn’t have a clue what she was doing, but her tongue was wet and she was hungry. Back and forth her whole body went, sucking like a girl possessed and driving her tongue along the sensitive underside of my breeding meat with each lunge forward. I reached up with one hand to feel her swimming bottoms, or more importantly, what was under them. She cooed as my fingers found their way under the still-wet fabric to the soaking-wet skin. She groaned heavily onto my cock and sucked harder than anyone had sucked me in my life. Something made me wonder then what Becky would be like in the same situation. Dammit, there it is again, images of my sister driving me crazy. I knew I had to do something, or I’d risk wasting what might be my only round with this girl down her throat. I forcefully pushed her aside, and her bottoms, still in my grip, slid down her legs to her knees, where they belonged. I ended up pushing too hard, causing her to fall off the bed. I pulled with her bottoms in my grip, but they only came off. When she surfaced again, she pushed me onto my back and mounted my salivated cock. Every fear, every hope, every casual glance, they all melted away when she touched her wet vagina to the tip of my aching penis. When our genitalia touched, she leaned down to me and gave me hot little kisses across my lips, then panted into my open mouth while she used her hand on my tool to search out her opening. When she found it, the most wonderful feeling of silky warm wetness enveloped me like only pussy can. She moaned as the head of my cock fit inside her, and she leaned up with her hands on my chest to let herself sink down onto me. Inch after delicious inch closed between us, me holding her delicious hips and pumping in and out of her a little deeper each time. We hit bottom, and she fell forward to kiss me. No longer the hopeful kiss or the anxious kiss; this was a kiss of lovers who mutually loved fucking. I could tell then that I knew she was used to this feeling and that she was probably very good at it, with her taking such initiative. With a pounding heart, I very much looked forward to letting her ride me, and after we both came, me letting her know how good I was after she thought I’d be done. To think I had resigned to having a boring night. Thank you, Cypher. Even if I get arrested, it’ll’ve been worth it. Like I’ve said many times, I’ve been inside many women, but it felt sooo good inside this particular girl. Tight, moist, hot, and she made the cutest mewlings to go with her furled little eyebrows. She didn’t stop until her pussy worked its way all the way down to the base of my cock, and there she stayed, grinding her pelvis upon mine, going faster, faster, faster until she came seconds later, gasping in pleasure without me lifting a finger. She fell down onto my chest in sudden exhaustion, and she kissed my chest slowly and lovingly. But rather than wait around for my dick to go soft while she got her breath back, I got myself up, leaving her to fall flat on her back onto the bed. I dove head-first into her pussy from there with more gusto than I can ever remember in the few times I’ve taken the south road, and she was screaming yet again. Her hips thrust up at me as I drove my tongue up into her vaginal cavity, tasting fresh of chlorine. Sweet, I remember it being. Nothing but the taste of her sweat once the pool taste was worn off. I parted her cheeks with my thumbs and licked longer, longer, and longer strokes until my tongue was sweeping up against her asshole. “No, not there, I… bwahhh!” she yelled, which only made my tongue linger longer and longer between her cheeks rather than between her legs. Her hips were off the ground, but wanting me deeper, she flipped around with her face down and her ass up. “Fuck me,” she demanded, but my tongue instead stabbed deep into her asshole. She meweled in confusion of the new pleasure, for I had no doubt this was new to her, but still she gasped and pressed her ass back against me. I felt her fingers reaching around for my cock, begging me to have it back inside her, but still I tongued her asshole as deep as possible. It seemed to last forever. I couldn’t remember the last time I had this much fun in bed, nor when I had teased a girl this much, nor her wanting it so bad. Finally, Cypher backed up into me, knocking me onto my back, and she slid forward and took my cock back into her pussy. She ground on it like she did before, this time with me holding fast onto those tiny little hips of hers and giving her all I had. She was yelping in seconds, still grinding away, reaching for her orgasm, which came even faster than the first. This time I lunged forward rather than let her fall off. She was back on her hands and knees and I was mounted above her, thrusting my swollen cock into her pussy for all I was worth. That silky blond hair I had admired so much was falling helplessly around her face in sweaty clumps. Her luscious back wasn’t something I’d had too much time to stare at, but it still belonged to her, and it was laid out in front of me, especially with that tight, sweet ass. The whole thing was bare, and there was my cock, buried in that dripping pussy. My hips were crashing against her ass, shaking her throughout up to her little tits. “Oh my god… Derrick… Derrick… Derrick…” she chanted while I fucked her. Damn. Must’ve heard my sister mention my name. “Fuck me please Derrick… Fuck meeeeaaaahahhhh!” Her banter had driven far out of control too quickly, and before her previous climax could shake off, the third came bursting through her lungs and down her body. I pushed my cock as deep inside her as I could and held it, also slipping the tip of my finger into her asshole, just enough for her cute little sphincter to grip me without it hurting her. “Oh my goooooooeaaasaaaaaaaaadddd!” she started up again. I thought her orgasm was peaking, but another one came in out of nowhere, rocking her body and me along with it. I couldn’t help myself; I began plugging away again, also thrusting my finger right into her ass as I went. Her orgasm didn’t die down. Rather, it began to tear her apart. The noise she was making was one constant wail, a cry for help and for passion and for pleasure, every fiber in her being screaming for the unfathomable sensation not to stop. But stop it did, and she fell forward, a hapless mass on the bed. She made not a sound. I was a little worried she may suffocate with her face buried in the pillows. Just a little. I folded myself over onto her, cock still firmly entrenched, and turned her head to the side. She was fine, just flushed. She was looking up at me with those huge eyes full of confusion. No way was she used to coming that hard or that often, and I know she’d never had anything in her ass before. I kissed her tender, swollen lips, imagining them to be the lips of her pussy, which must look pretty raw by then. She kissed me back, but she didn’t have the breath or the energy for it. “Did you come?” she asked in her small voice, sounding like she was trying to make conversation while she got her breath back. “It’s not my turn,” I whispered to her, working my lips over her hear. I could feel her heart beating harder; her pussy was pulsing around my cock. Honestly, I wasn’t sure this girl could take more. But when I pushed myself upright again, she gripped the sheets in her tiny fists, bracing herself against me. We were still arranged in the “from behind.” I pushed forward, pressing my cockhead hard against her cervix, drawing out a long “Mmm…” from my partner, and I scooted my legs past hers and pulled her ass firmly atop me. My cock shuffled around inside her deliciously, and I couldn’t help but let out a moan of my own. She caught wind of what I was doing, and she readjusted herself as well so she was, once again, properly mounted atop me “reverse cowgirl”. For a trip upstairs that was supposed to be a quick two pops on my part, this was turning out to be quite the trip through the sex manual. “That feels good,” Cypher moaned. Once she had got comfortable, most of her weight was on her pelvis, and her pelvis was supported by nothing but mine, so my cock was resting deep inside her. We both sighed and grunted a little as my instincts took over, making me grab her by her hips and grind myself into her a little. She joined in, using her grip on the sheets to grind back. I decided to push what luck I had in going further with her, opportunistic gentleman that I am. I was caressing her ass the way you do when you have one shoved in your face, caressing it and squeezing it. I was getting appreciative moans from the girl, who buried her face into the bed and let her hips ride. That was the moment for me to touch her butthole again, and after getting away with rubbing it for a few seconds, I let my finger slide inside. She sat up immediately, but I kept pushing, pushing, getting my finger deeper. She hissed, but deeper I went until my finger was buried within her rectum. I clutched her ass with the rest of my fingers while I felt her from within, and my other hand slid up her small chest to feel what breasts she had, coaxing her into enjoying me fingering her. She was still breathing through her teeth, and she was clutching her hair. But then her hips started to rise and fall to take advantage of the cock inside her. She was only using the strength in her tiny legs, so she only lasted five or so repetitions, the last of which she fell and began shaking. I gripped her roughly wherever I was holding her, and she fell to the bed in a heap. I let my one hand slide back to her ass to join the other to enjoy her supple skin, using the leverage to pump my cock up into her. I also went about fingering her ass properly with long, even strokes to match my cock. Soon enough she was helping, and together we brought her to another climax just after I suggested she touch herself. She got up in something of a daze, freezing and shuddering with every hint of my finger sliding out of her ass until it popped free. She turned around and fell on my cock head-first, holding lovingly onto my staff, licking its shining length and rubbing her face against it. She pulled the head towards her and slid her mouth over it, though she, like so many women before her, couldn’t manage more than half. She wasn’t very energetic; I figured if she wanted me to come right there, she would’ve done something other than stroke me that slowly while holding it up alongside her face. I caressed that face, and as my thumb caught her bottom lip, she sucked it up into her mouth, and taking hold of my hand like she had my cock, she sucked my index finger. Sucked it hard and fast, making her cheeks cave in. I think that had she sucked my cock like that, I would’ve blown in no time. But she was still stroking it softly while sucking the faint flavor of her ass off my finger. I turned her over and got a pillow under her head to get her comfortable for the final act. After I was assured of her comfort, I slipped between her legs and got my cock inside her again. She immediately clutched my head to hers and kissed me hard. Though her body was shot, she was still every bit as fired up as the first time she kissed me, and I could feel all my strength rushing into my cock to make her scream in pleasure yet again. But to look at her face while she did it… I was propped up on my hands, thrusting away between this tiny girl’s legs. And she was staring up at me with those cute little blue eyes and those furled little brows and those adorable tiny breasts. She was begging now, begging me to fuck her. And I had reached my limit. “I’m gonna co… I’m gonna… I’m…” I was panting. I had felt it coming for a long time now, but I couldn’t give it any focus from having too much fun. But now, with her begging me with those eyes, there was nothing I could do to stop it. I looked down to see her sweet, hairless pussy gripping down on my cock, wet with her and sliding inside her over and over again. “I’m gonna come…” I said at last. “Come in me, baby,” she mewled so quietly. “Come in me… baby please… please come in me; please, Derrick, please come in me… please, baby…” On and on she went, and when she wasn’t begging me for my cum, she was kissing me; my lips, my neck, my chest; I had never felt an orgasm take so long to arrive, nor could I remember wanting one more. Seeing her one last time with her eyes begging me like she would be hearbroken without it, my will to go on any further broke along with my dams. Cum flowed out of me in burst after burst, and my orgasm came after, blinding me with phenomenal pleasure in the purest sense of the word. I looked down at her, curious to see her face after I had done this to her, but she was stroking my hair, gazing at me with nothing but gratitude. I got off her and got my clothes back on. She stayed behind. I had to look back for just a second, just to appreciate what I had just had. Then I left her to her bliss; I had finally recovered my wits and was eager to get back to the party and the sea of dolphins. “Good day, eh?” Sam asked. He had grabbed a couch and a table and was dealing the cards. “Good day.” Bill was there as well. No sign of Dree. We may all have gotten some rocks off that night, but there was no use talking about it. It’s a sickness, really. You can’t live without it, but that doesn’t mean you let it control you. We were men about to play a man’s game. No sense babbling on like schoolgirls about our conquests all night. We got a few hands played and we all could enjoy ourselves, but unfortunately my sister came along to interrupt my fun. Takes one to know one, I suppose. “Derrick, can you take me home?” hadn’t seen anything of her that night after she left the upstairs bedroom until she approached me what must’ve been an hour or so later; it may be that she and the other guy managed to find another empty room; that, or she found something/one else to occupy herself. She didn’t look like she’d gone swimming… “I guess,” I answered after a moment of consideration. There’d be other parties, and my boys still had each other for backup for the remainder of the evening. If it was, say, just me and Bill? I’d’ve stuck it out with him. And like I said, my sister’s cool with me. Most of the time. I’ll take her home if she wants. But you wanna know something that bugs me? This story was supposed to be about incest. 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Air-conditioning , satelite tv & secured parking. (A extra folding bed is available for a 5th guest). Additional facilites inc indoor heated swimming pool & sauna can be found at the health club next door. …see more Superbly appointed, fully licensed apartment, just 2 mins walk to popular Lagos Marina. 10 mins walk to sprawling Meia Praia beach and Lagos town+amenities. Spacious with large terrace for al fresco dining, a stunning pool ideal for anyone seeking relaxation. …see more No matter what your preference in beach, if you prefer long and sweeping beaches or small idyllic beaches hidden between rocky outlets, the Lagos area of the Algarve will not disappoint. At Meia Praia (the most prestigious area of Lagos) . …see more Exceptionally well appointed detached family home, sleeping six in air conditioned comfort. Large private pool with sun/shade terraces for relaxing/dining. Located within a short walk of both local restaurants and bars and the main town of Lagos, beach and Marina. Please note this is a new home for 2014 so there are not any Trip Advisor reviews yet …see more

Choose your preferred language. We speak English (US) and 41 other languages. No.16 Sudi North Road, Quan Shan, 221002 Xuzhou, China – Show map No booking fees • Save money! Best price guarantee — enter dates to see these prices! 5 properties in Xuzhou Including hotels, apartments, villas and more. We verify all reviews. Find out more. They speak your language! Jinjiang Inn - Xuzhou Sudi North Road's staff speaks: Chinese, English Booking is safe When you book with us your details are protected by a secure connection. Food & Drink Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge. Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). 24-Hour Front Desk, Baggage Storage, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Fax/Photocopying Safe, Non-smoking Rooms, Elevator From 2:00 PM Until 12:00 PM Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room. Children and Extra Beds All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing beds. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. Pets are not allowed. Cards accepted at this property Hover over the cards for more info. This hotel has been reviewed 0 times. To ensure the quality of guest review information, we only calculate average guest review scores once there have been at least 5 reviews for a hotel. The luxurious Crowne Plaza Xuzhou Dalong Lake is a 5-star property with an indoor pool, a well-equipped fitness centre and pampering spa treatments. Score from 30 reviews Very good Within central Xuzhou's Pencheng Square, Jinyuan Jinling Plaza offers rooms with free internet access. Aside from 4 dining options, it has a fitness centre, sauna and 24-hour front desk. Score from 10 reviews Good We've negotiated with thousands of hotels to get the very best deals. We call them Secret Deals and they only last for a limited time. You can get these deals for free by subscribing to our newsletters. You can even choose your favorite destinations to receive personalized deals. Get started now by entering your email address. We'll instantly send you a link to our Deal Finder! Don't worry – your email address is safe with us. We'll never share your private information and you can unsubscribe at any time.

The Augustine is a 101-bedroom property including 16 suites has been created from seven buildings, many of which have historical significance, including the 13th century Augustinian St. Thomas Monastery, after which the hotel is named. Several practicing friars still live in a separate part of the monastery, adjacent to the hotel grounds. The guests may benefit from the direct access to the neighboring St. Thomas Church and exclusive rental of adjacent gardens for the ultimate summer events and wedding receptions. The hotel’s elegantly designed bedrooms all boast stunning views over the courtyards, the monastery chapel or Prague Castle. The suites include an impressive 150sqm The Charles Suite and The Tower Suite, located in the monastery’s astronomical tower. All rooms feature a range of decorative accessories inspired by early 20th century Czech cubism, many of which are reproductions from Czech design specialist Modernista, including timber chairs by Pavel Janak and chaise-lounges by Adolf Loos in some of the larger rooms. The Monastery Restaurant has 90 covers and overlooks a large courtyard with outside seating during the summer months. Guests have the choice of two bars; Tom’s Bar, located in the monastery’s former barrel-vaulted double-height refectory and The Brewery Bar, housed in the cellar, in the former Monastery brewery building, complete with seventeenth century stalactites and stalagmites. The Brewery Bar has cubist inspired Vlastislav Hofman-designed chairs which are complemented by the angular bar. For relaxation, the hotel’s spa features four treatment rooms, a hammam offering special heat treatments, sauna, steam room, relaxation area and an 80sqm fully-equipped gym. Guests are also able to enjoy exclusive tours of the Church’s magnificent private library. Hotel Address:Location Summary - The Augustine - Letenska 12/33 - Czech Republic Conveniently located in Prague’s picturesque Mala Strana district, The Augustine, the quintessence of Prague’s history, character and beauty is close to the majestic Prague Castle, the Wallenstein Garden, the famous Charles Bridge and within easy reach of the city’s many colourful tourist attractions, making it an ideal choice for business and leisure travellers. The hotel is also in close proximity to Prague’s commercial district. Directions to Hotel Prague’s Ruzyne International Airport is a 30-minute drive away. Banquets & Meetings Our meeting facilities are the ideal setting for exclusive conferences and events. We have 4 meeting rooms including 3 boardrooms with natural daylight and an impressive Ballroom ready to cater for your function. A variety of pre-function areas – including the ballroom foyer - and courtyards offer exceptional spaces for registration, coffee breaks and cocktails. Fine Dining on Site Housed in a glass-covered courtyard, The Monastery offers a modern European Brasserie menu in a bright, refreshing space in the heart of historic Prague. Immerse yourself in the tranquillity of The Augustine Spa, where luxurious treatments are inspired by the simplicity and purity of nature and ancient recipes from the Augustinian order of monks. - - Banquets & Meetings - - Business Center - - Meeting Space - - Disabled Access - - Executive Retreat - - Fine Dining on Site - - Fitness Center - - High Speed Internet - - Spa Facility - - Jogging & Running - - Shopping - - Theatre & Museums Five Star Alliance Client Reviews - The Augustine Guy Y. Spring 2011 "The staff were extremely efficient and motivated which makes your stay so much more enjoyable." New to Five Star Alliance: Hotel Paris Prague New to Five Star Alliance: Hotel Paris PragueRead more >>

"In my search for sauna quality & value along with a non prescription approach, knowing it was out there, led me to you. I want to thank you for all your help and information you had given me. I encourage all to seriously consider using a Sunlighten™ sauna product for practicing - Dr. Mark Hyman author of the NY Times best selling book, Ultrametabolism and Sunlighten customer. "I am a new customer and have recently purchased the mPulse Believe, that is on back-order. I was not planning on purchasing a sauna from you, but as someone battling with breast cancer, I was covering all of my bases with research. Natalie McDaniel called me and spent ample amount of time discussing your company as well as the product I was interested in. She was honest, upfront, and extremely knowledgeable about the product. I ended up buying the product because of her! Due to my personal situation, I have been very anxious and impatient about waiting for the sauna to arrive. I had read some negative online reviews about Sunlighten so I sent Natalie some emails about my discouragement and concerns. She immediately called me and walked me through everything I was worried about and once again reminded me why I had chosen Sunlighten. She is a great representative for your company, but she is also a good person that is easy to relate to and trust. Your company is fortunate to have her and I am glad I have had the opportunity to work with her. I just thought someone should know of her efforts and skills from a customer stand point. Thank you!" - Amy Neeley, Valued Customer "I LOVE my Solo Spa!!! The Solo Spa I purchased from you has been a very powerfull treatment protocol for me in treating my cancer. 2 years ago I was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer called Lipo Sarcoma. This cancer is medically treatable only with surgery. There are no other medical treatments recommended. I am very much into Alternative and Integrative medicine so as I began my research it led me to many great options. One of the options I found is Hyperthermia Therapy. This involves the heating of the body core or local area to a point that is detrimental to cancer cells. After researching a lot of different sauna’s and looking at the suggestions of others, I decided that the Sunlighten, Solo Spa was the one I would choose. The features were everything I needed, Compact, lightweight and powerfull. I ordered it and for the first 50 days I used it every day and thereafter, even continuing now, I use it almost every other day. I am very happy to report that my cancer is under control with the doctor allowing me to use the word “REMISSION”! The reasons that the Solo has been so successful for me are: 1. Proper use of the Solo Sauna is very detoxing to the body. 2. The Solo Sauna is one of the very few saunas’ that will raise the bodies’ core temperature high enough necessary to be effective against cancer cells. 3. Private relaxing, “no stress” time is very important in the treatment of any disease especially cancer. My wife and I use the Sauna to promote our general health and we absolutely love it!! I have recommended it to 3 other cancer survivors as well. It is so beneficial to the joints and provides a great cardio workout even while I sleep! I believe it was a major factor in helping me run a successful half marathon earlier this year. Congrats to you on having such a superior product to offer. It is without a doubt the best on the market!" - Neil Schultz, Valued Customer "WOW! A company that actually does what their brochures say they will do. We have had our Signature sauna for just over a year and we are extremely happy with our choice. We bought this sauna both to help my wife with her lymes disease and to help me with high blood pressure and weight problems. Also, because a good sweat feels good. We had our jetted tub taken out to make room for the sauna and we do not regret the decision at all. We recommend any of the Sunlighten saunas without reservation." - Wayne Brunelle, Valued Customer

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After a series on injuries plagued this past summer’s UFC 85 event, the organization ultimately settled on a main event between former UFC welterweight champion Matt Hughes and rising contender Thiago Alves. Alves ultimately won the fight with a devastating TKO, but his failure to make weight for the show has dogged the American Top Team fighter and has led many to question his ability to make weight in the future. However, on Friday’s upcoming edition of “Inside MMA,” Alves said he had an excuse for missing weight – one that nearly led him to pull out of the fight all together. As part of our partnership with HDNet’s weekly MMA news show, MMAjunkie.com (www.mmajunkie.com) presents a preview clip of Friday’s new edition of “Inside MMA.” Alves, who’s now likely to fight Georges St. Pierre for the UFC welterweight title this summer, said an ankle injury was to blame for him missing the 171-pound limit in his June 2008 fight with Hughes. “In the Matt Hughes fight, 10 days before (the bout), I had a sprained ankle,” Alves said. “It was really bad. I was going to pull out of the fight and everything. I called the UFC management. I said, ‘I’m going to have to pull out of the fight. I can take a cortisone shot and go through it, but it’s going to make me hold the water. So maybe, I don’t know what’s going to happen. But I’ll do my best.’ I tried, man. I tried. The day before the fight, I passed out twice in the sauna and everything, but I couldn’t make weight. I weighed 174 (pounds). “Besides that, I never had a problem making weight.” Back in 2006, the Nevada State Athletic Commission suspended Alves eight months after he failed a post-UFC 66 drug test due to the diuretic spironolactone, which he said he used to help him make weight for the event. That episode is a rare blemish on an otherwise stellar UFC resume, which includes a 9-2 record and a current seven-fight win streak – one shy of the UFC record held by Royce Gracie, Jon Fitch and Anderson Silva. In any manner, as long as Alves competes as a welterweight, he’s always going to be pushing the limits. He told “Inside MMA” hosts Bas Rutten and Kenny Rice his normal walking-around weight is about 205 pounds, meaning Alves cuts approximately 35 pounds for his fights. “That’s a small kid,” an astonished Rutten said. In addition to Thiago Alves, this week’s “Inside MMA” panel includes WEC featherweight contender Jeff Curan and his cousin and fellow competitor, Pat Curran. Check out the embedded clip for the full preview. (Note: Story updated at 8:50 p.m. EST to reflect that Alves had, in fact, discussed the failed drug test during the video clip. We apologize for not initially hearing that part of the conversation.) HDNet’s “Inside MMA” program has provided this exclusive video clip to MMAjunkie.com (www.mmajunkie.com) as part of a partnership between the two news outlets. Catch new episodes of “Inside MMA” on Fridays at 9:30 p.m. ET (9 p.m. ET tonight). For more information on “Inside MMA” and HDNet Fights, visit www.hdnetfights.com. For more information on HDNet and how to subscribe, visit www.hd.net.

This hotel doesn't have any reviews yet. About the hotel This beautiful Quinta is situated in Funchal - close to the main historical area and overlooking the sea and the mountains. This charming Madeiran family home was built in the 18th century in 1750. The Quinta Jardins do Lago boasts 31 double rooms, 4 junior suites and 5 premier suites, all facing south to the tropical gardens and the sea was designed to offer the best in modern functionality and traditional comfort and style. The interior of the old manor house was refurbished and decorated to maintain its original standard and ambience. Surrounded by large beautiful tropical gardens and offering a variety of pleasant and relaxing areas, as an elegant dining room a charming breakfast room with veranda a bar where you can enjoy sunset cocktails. Hotel also features the large beautiful tropical swimming pool, library, billiard room, tennis court, sauna, Jacuzzi, Turkish steam bath, offers you the most enjoyable holidays. Showing Monday 4 May 2015 to Tuesday 5 May 2015Change Search We currently have no rooms available for this hotel that match your search criteria. Try changing your search or select an alternative hotel. - In room facilities - Air conditioning in rooms, Safety Deposit Box, Hairdryer in each room, Iron And Board In Each Room, Minibar in each room, Telephone In Each Room - Hotel services - 24 Hour Reception, Limited room service for hot food, Concierge, Laundry/Valet Service, Wake Up Call Available, Currency Exchange - Family friendly - Babysitting services, Cots available, Children's Facilities - Indoor, Children's Facilities - Outdoor - Car parking available onsite, Valet Parking - Wi-Fi Available, Meeting Facilities, In-room Broadband, Wi-Fi Available In Public Areas, Wi-Fi Available In Rooms, Private dining services - Restaurant, Lounge Menu, Bar, Breakfast to go - Gymnasium, Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Fitness Centre, Sauna, Steam Rooms, Solarium, Jacuzzi, Mountain Bike Hire, Croquet, Tennis Courts, Table Tennis, Snooker/Billiards, Fishing - In room entertainment - TV, Satellite TV, Games Console, CD Player, CD Library, [Channels] News, [Channels] Movies (Free), [Channels] Foreign (European), [Channels] Foreign (Other), [Channels] Music, [Channels] Childrens, Radio - Smoking allowed in public areas, Smoking allowed in bedrooms - Doctor on call, Porter, Ground floor bedrooms, Lift to all floors Useful Info Show/hide - From 14:00 hours - Until 12:00 hours - The LateRooms.com rates for Quinta Jardins do Lago in Funchal are the total price of the room and not the 'per person' rate. All prices are inclusive of all local taxes. - Pets are not allowed Our reviews are from genuine LateRooms.com customers. We verify that the customer has stayed before leaving a review. No reviews yet

LIVES; A Savage Life By Suzanne Winckler Published: February 7, 1999 Every few years I butcher chickens with a friend named Chuck who lives near the farm my husband and I own in northern Minnesota. Chuck buys chicks and takes care of them for the 10 weeks it takes them to mature. I share in the feed costs, but my main contribution -- for which I get an equal share of birds -- is to help slaughter them. One day last fall, Chuck, two other friends and I butchered 28 chickens. We worked without stopping from 10 A.M. to 6 P.M. By the time it was over we had decapitated, gutted, plucked, cleaned and swaddled each bird in plastic wrap for the freezer. We were exhausted and speckled with blood. For dinner that night we ate vegetables. Butchering chickens is no fun, which is one reason I do it. It is the price I pay for being an omnivore and for eating other meat, like beef and pork, for which I have not yet determined a workable way to kill. The first time I caught a chicken to chop its head off, I noticed, as I cradled it in my arms, that it had the heft and pliability of a newborn baby. This was alarming enough, but when I beheaded it, I was not prepared to be misted in blood or to watch it bounce on the ground. Headless chickens don't run around. They thrash with such force and seeming coordination that they sometimes turn back flips. When I first saw this, three things became clear to me. I realized why cultures, ancient and contemporary, develop elaborate rituals for coping with the grisly experience of killing any sentient creature. I understood why so many people in my largely bloodless nation are alarmed at the thought of killing anything (except insects) even though they eat with relish meat other people process for them. I saw why a small subset of my contemporaries are so horrified by the thought of inflicting pain and causing death that they maintain people should never kill anything. One risk I run in this self-imposed food-gathering exercise is leaving the impression, or perhaps even furtively feeling, that I am superior to the omnivores who leave the killing of their meat to someone else. I don't think I am. Slaughtering my own chickens is one of two opportunities (gardening is the other) where I can dispense with the layers of anonymous people between me and my food. I have no quarrel with them. I just don't know who they are. They are not part of my story. Killing chickens provides narratives for gathering, cooking and sharing food in a way that buying a Styrofoam package of chicken breasts does not. I remember the weather on the days we have butchered our chickens, and the friends over the years who've come to help, who have included a surgical nurse, a cell biologist, a painter of faux interiors, a Minnesota state representative who is also a logger, a zoologist, a nurse with Head Start and a former Army medic who now runs the physical plant at a large hospital. I can measure the coming of age of my partner's two kids, who were tykes the first time we butchered chickens 10 years ago, and who this go-round were well into puberty with an array of pierced body parts. My mother, who was born in 1907, belonged to the last generation for whom killing one's food was both a necessity and an ordinary event. Her family raised chickens for the purpose of eating them, and her father taught all his children to hunt. My survival does not depend on killing chickens, but in doing so I have found that it fortifies my connection to her. It also allows me to cast a tenuous filament back to my feral past. In 1914, Melvin Gilmore, an ethnobotanist, wrote, ''In savage and barbarous life the occupation of first importance is the quest of food.'' Having butchered my own chickens, I now feel acquainted with the savage life. As exhilarating as this may be, I do not thrill at the prospect of beheading chickens. Several days before the transaction, I circle around the idea of what my friends and I will be doing. On the assigned morning, we are slow to get going. There are knives and cleavers to sharpen, vats of water to be boiled in the sauna house, tables and chairs to set up, aprons and buckets to gather, an order of assembly to establish. In their own ritual progression, these preparations are a way to gear ourselves up. I feel my shoulders hunch and my focus narrow. It is like putting on an invisible veil of resolve to do penance for a misdeed. I am too far gone in my rational Western head to appropriate the ritual of cultures for whom the bloody business of hunting was a matter of survival. But butchering chickens has permitted me to stand in the black night just outside the edge of their campfire, and from that prospect I have inherited the most important lesson of all in the task of killing meat: I have learned to say thank you and I'm sorry. Illustration (Illustration by Bob Hambly)

Stayed here with National holidays and the hotels that are usually used by the company are basic and not very classy but this one puts them to shame! It was fabulous! Enjoyed every minute of our one night stay. Our room was spacious and comfortable and not at all noisy. The food was delicious and plentiful, the waiting staff and the manager where friendly and very helpful. The public areas were clean and well presented. We even made the effort to get up early and have a swim and a sauna and it was fun watching the rabbits playing on the grass outside the window while we had a soak in the jaccuzzi. The hotel is well worth a visit and if you are up to tackling the walk up the hill to the village you will find a lovely little pub, if not sit back and have a relax in the hotels lounge area. Well Done to all at the Holiday Inn Brighouse. - Official Description (provided by the hotel): - Stay at the contemporary Express by Holiday Inn Leeds City Centre - the modern choice for business or pleasure!Our reception, lounge, breakfast area & meeting rooms have been transformed with an extensive public area refurbishment. We boast a stunning, contemporary look that combines style & comfort.Our modern hotel offers en suite guestrooms with air conditioning, satellite TV, tea/coffee facilities, hairdryer & power showers. Our value room rates also include complimentary continental breakfast. Additional facilities include car parking & refurbished meeting rooms. The Express by Holiday Inn Leeds hotel is just a 10-15 min walk from the main city centre offering lots to keep you occupied including an excellent choice of restaurants, cafe bars, over 1000 shops & unique venues including the Corn Exchange & Victoria Quarter.Our Leeds hotel is ideally situated on the city centre perimeter making it convenient for Leeds University, Leeds Metropolitan University, business & financial district, courts & Leeds General Infirmary. The Express by Holiday Inn Leeds is also a great choice for sports fans with Headingley Stadium and Elland Road Football Stadium (Leeds United) nearby. York & Wetherby racecourses are within a 30-45 minutes drive.NewsEvery room now air conditionedEvery guestroom refurbishedWe're now a 100% non-smoking hotel! ... more less - Reservation Options: - TripAdvisor is proud to partner with Booking.com, Travelocity, Expedia, IHG, Priceline, Orbitz and Hotels.com so you can book your Holiday Inn Leeds Brighouse reservations with confidence. We help millions of travelers each month to find the perfect hotel for both vacation and business trips, always with the best discounts and special offers. - Also Known As: - Holiday Inn Leeds Brighouse Hotel Brighouse - Holiday Inn Brighouse - Brighouse Holiday Inn - Holiday Inn Leeds Brighouse England

July 8, 2010 by Sandhya Hariharan Weekend was sooper fun enjoying the best of the bristish summer. Visited Durdledoor and stayed over nite at Bournemouth .. Enjoyed every bit of the sandy beach and water on Sunday morning...with a load full of hot English breakfast... Ate much more than I cud... Skipped Lunch.. and played in pool for hours with a drop in jacussi & sauna.... Finally a 2 hours train journey..back to London !!! My parents , grandparents & in-laws loved it.... Had made them shortbread and chocolate chip cookies.. offcourse had to be eggless.. I could see them vanishing in minutes... and all my efforts were well appreciated !! Tat was a very special feeling to see them loving it! |Plain Flour/ All purpose Flour/ Maida||1.5 Cups| |Corn Flour||1/2 Cup| |Unsalted Butter||1 Cup| |Icing Sugar||1/2 Cup| |Vanilla Extract||1 Tsp| |Cling Film||For Rolling| - Whisk the plain flour , corn flour & sugar together in a bowl and keep it aside. - Beat the butter and vanilla extract until soft and creamy. Now slowly incorporate the butter mix into the flour and whisk until just incorporated. - Gently flatten the dough and cover it in cling film and refrigerate for atleast 1-1.5 hours. Once the dough is firm remove it from the refrigerator and make cookies of desired shape. - I have taken roughly 1" balls and have gently flattened them using the back of a fork. - Grease the baking sheet and arrange the cookies in line. Refrigerate for another 10-15 minutes before placing them into the oven. Make sure the cookies are a bit firm . Only then the shape will be retained. - Preheat the oven to 175 C . Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until it slightly turns brown. Allow them to cool down before serving for tea. - This preparation roughly yields 22-24 cookies. These cookies stay fresh for roughly 3 weeks if kept in an airtight container. Very uncomplicated and straight.... but we need to chill the dough until it gets a bit firm - Tats the key here. My last effort couple of months ago was partially a disaster.. Because the dough wasnt very firm , all the cookies lost shape when I baked.. and it became like a flat biscuit that I had to cut and serve. Must mention.. It did taste fab then tooo :) My friends loved it.. They kept saying.. Who cares for the shape.. when its yummy ??

Is it safe for my husband to use a sauna if we are trying to conceive? There are several things that your husband can do when you are trying to conceive to help keep his sperm count up. For example, tell him to hang loose. Have your partner trade in his tighty-whiteys for boxers about two months before you try and conceive to keep his testicles cool and unrestricted. Although they may look cute, tight quarters and overheating can actually cause his sperm count to drop. For that same reason, have him resist the urge to dip into a hot tub or sauna at the gym. Hot showers should not lower the sperm count. The body temperature does not usually increase with a shower, though it may increase with a sauna or a long hot tub stay. So those are not suggested when you actively TTC. Please remember that it takes sperms 10-11 weeks to be produced, so anything that happens today will affect the count potentially for the next three or so months. Unfortunately, we will be unable to answer medical related questions. If you have a concern about your condition, please contact your doctor. © Earth's Magic Inc. 2000 - 2015. All Rights Reserved. [ Disclaimer | Privacy Statement ]

Mountain of dream 240m² - 6 rooms - 12 Maximum capacity The individual Chalet Fenière is situated in the famous "Boucle de Nogentil", it benefits from an exceptional south facing exposition. This chalet of 260 m2 for 12 people has 6 bedrooms ensuite and a spacious living room. Enjoy the relaxing space with sauna humid and dry heat and the jacuzzi after a good day skiing. Services included: bed linen and towels, bathrobes and slippers, daily and final cleaning, WIFI access. On request: transfers, reservations of the ski instructor, chef, waiters, delivery of the groceries... Services & facilities Services and facilities (free access) - Baby kit - Cable / satellite - No pets - Private car park - Tv room Methods of payment - Eurocard - Mastercard Boucle de Nogentil - 73120 - Courchevel Latitude : 45.406456 - Longitude : 6.636558 Phone : +33 (0) 610 78 54 92 email@example.com - www.courchevel-lafeniere.com

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This week’s episode of “The Ultimate Fighter 18” begins with Miesha Tate and Bryan Caraway bringing Josh Hill and Mike Wootten some congratulatory hamburgers following the hard-fought bout that closed out last week’s show. With Wootten’s win, the score is now tied at 3-3. Tonight, Team Rousey’s Anthony Gutierrez and Peggy Morgan will square off with Team Tate’s Cody Bollinger and Sarah Moras. Bollinger is struggling with his weight cut, currently standing at 144.5 pounds. Gutierrez says he plans on getting taken down early but believes he will possess more gas than his opponent as the fight wears on. “Shark Bait” hops on the scale and checks in at just over 143 pounds during the Team Rousey training session, prompting him to sleep in a sweat suit covered by a mountain of towels. On the other side of the fence, Bollinger is wearing the “why hast thou forsaken me” face due to his brutal weight cut. Time on the treadmill and sauna has not yielded impressive results, and the fighter is still five pounds overweight. Bollinger has apparently stopped sweating, and he tells his coaches that he is done cutting. Tate and Caraway plead with him to reconsider, and Bollinger breaks down in tears when the former Strikeforce champion shows him a picture of his daughter. They head back to the house with three hours remaining, but Bollinger won’t budge. He tells them he will not make weight and apologizes. After downing some coconut water, he allows teammates Raquel Pennington and Roxanne Modafferi to talk him back into a hot bath, but he jumps back out after a bit and once again retires. “There’s no excuse,” an emotional Bollinger says in a confessional. “I quit. That’s all there is to it.” UFC President Dana White learns of Bollinger’s inability to make weight, and he calls a meeting at the gym with all the fighters and coaches. The boss makes Bollinger explain the situation in front of everyone and then banishes him from the gym. “You took somebody’s lottery ticket and tore it up,” says White. “This is the one f---ing thing that drives me crazy. Look at [Gutierrez]. The kid has been busting his ass making weight. You see that door over there? That’s the door you go out right now.” Bollinger breaks down in tears in a confessional and laments that he will have to tell his family what has transpired. “This was my shot, and I f--ed up,” Bollinger says. The coaches talk to White, and Tate apologizes for her fighter missing weight. However, she also does not hide her irritation with Bollinger’s lack of accountability, a move that consequently irks Ronda Rousey, who says that a head coach should take responsibility for her fighter instead of pointing the finger. White offers Gutierrez two choices: cut all that weight again in a few days to fight a replacement opponent or accept a forfeit into the semifinals. The dehydrated fighter not-so-shockingly takes the free trip to the next round instead of the turd sandwich. The focus now shifts to Moras, who immediately compares Morgan to a giraffe. Despite Morgan’s well-documented size, Tate believes her fighter will have no issue holder her own in the physicality department. Moras hopes to take the fight to the mat and vows to “smash” her larger foe. A college professor back home, Morgan wants to keep the fight standing to maximize her physical tools. Rousey drills “The Daywalker’s” takedown defense against the cage, and Edmond Tarverdyan works with her on throwing combinations after stuffing the shot. With both fighters cleared at the scale and now in the cage, Moras runs into a stiff jab while trying to close the distance. She counters with some low kicks but remains on the outside before failing on a double-leg takedown. Moras grinds Morgan into the fence, but Rousey’s fighter separates and pops her with a left. Morgan stuffs another takedown but allows Moras to continue driving, resulting in Tate’s fighter gaining top position. Moras passes to mount and postures up, dropping nasty punches on Morgan’s exposed face. Rousey’s pupil turns and gives up her arm, and Moras snatches the opportunity, locking up a fight-ending armbar. With tonight’s results now in the books, the quarterfinal round ends with the score tied 4-4. The coaches and White then meet with the fighters in order to select the semifinals. The next round will see Chris Holdsworth collide with Wootten and Julianna Pena battle Moras, while Davey Grant meets Gutierrez and Jessica Rakoczy faces Pennington.

D - Kevin Mitnick in a Row House - Georg Wrede <Georg_member pathlink.com> Jan 16 2004 <disclaimer> This is a late-night rant, don't read this if you're on duty. This post contains _NO_ useful information, at all! </disclaimer> Just finished watching Takedown (the True Story of catching Kevin Mitnick, world's Most Wanted Hacker), on TV. I just moved from a 4 bedroom detached house to a 2 bedroom row house. But now I have a fireplace. And it competes real successfully with the TV. Half the time I find myself watching the fireplace and only listening to the sound on TV -- even with Law and Order, reruns of Ally McBeal, Stargate, LA Law, John Doe, etc. Having read Cuckoo's Nest way before Kevin ever even started hacking, (by Cliff Stoll), and having recently seen Sneakers, and a few films with Keanu Reeves, gives me the background to say that this film really is a decent depiction of what happened. (Of course, forgiving the Hollywood monitor shots, some virtual exaggeration of the hardware they used, and, of course "some characters may be composites of the originals", and that some scenes were radically altered, to convey the _meaning_ of context vs. actual facts.) But upon the whole, I've seen worse movies about hacking, cracking, computers in general, and human engineering as such. Today I got the Internet working. Two months ago I placed an order at the local phone company about my moving 300yds. They gracefully decided then that Jan 15 was the earliest they could fix my (wire) telephone, and the ADSL Internet hookup. On the 13th the technician phoned me on my mobile telling me he'd come "tomorrow". He never came, but "the day after tomorrow" he came at 4pm, just before I was leaving for a conference with the Kindergarten ladies -- and my ex-wife. You guess the rest. Please stop reading if you're on duty --- now! To err even further from [the world], I had to visit my ex co-hab 'cause I had to deliver to my customer a copy of a CD and I had lost my CD-writer in the move'. (More about that later.) So... er, where was I? Ah, the Mitnick film. It reminded me of the Good Old days, when I was Head of Computer Operations at the Swedish (sic) School of Economics and Business Administration [now called Hanken], in Helsinki, _Finland_. (So there's your "this language in this country".) What really gave me an eerie feeling was, I live a half an hour's drive from the Head Quarters of this "Nokicell" (or was it "Nokicomm"? You get the picture). I also live a 20min drive from the University of Helsinki, where Linux was conceived. This ex of mine was a class mate of Linus. One evening we sat at a bar next to the University of Technology of Helsinki (totally different from Helsinki University) and tried to convince Linus to keep working on his "I dunno, I just wanted to apply the knowledge I found in Tanenbaum's Operating System book". To all of us it was clear [including Ari Lemmke, who actually was the person who coined the name Linux, (with considerable protests from Linus)], that Linux would be a serious contender to the Majority of Market Share, especially when Richard Stallman, [of Emacs, FSF, Lisp, and other fame] with his huge Foundation had had this as his goal for years, and still had had no success at it! (Just try to guess if I'm LOL whenever I see RS trying to prove to the world that Linux is actually "GNU, with a few minor, scattered pieces of Individually Developed SW, like the Kernel".) Good Grief!!!!! Well, anyhow, I've now got my 2-bedroom apartment wired. I have an ADSL connection, cables running from my study to the living room, the kitchen (where I use it the most of the time), the toilet (don't tell your mama), the childrens' room, the living room, the patio, and the Sauna. (Really.) Thank God, I'm behind a variable IP number... Sitting at the fireplace and remembering what all kinds of things we used to do with the guys really got me going. We had a society called 'the Hacker Group' in the '80s, where we used to meet about once a month. One of the guyw was associated with the First Commercial Radio Station in Finland, at the time. He provided us with quarters for celebrating Major Events. His friend was the first person I know to have had a private Unix computer (a Motorola, something) that I know of, and this was about 1983. Oh, and to those who don't know, this building had a huge Sauna. The building had previously been used by the local Fire Department, and they really used the Sauna. Now, it was only used for purposes only privy to those under 20 years of age! Boy had I some unforgettable nights there, especially when the Sauna was in co-use by all the small entrepreneurs who'd gotten installed in the building. Green Vegetables, Shiatsu Massage, Greenpeace, IndyRecords of Finland, Radio City of Finland, and numerous others. Some of them had really nice looking and young staff, and whenever we had a Sauna party on a Friday, all of them came along. And it was usual for the parties to end at 9am. Contrary to local Finnis tradition at the time. For some folks who don't know how we have it in Finland, I gotta tell you, everybody goes to the Sauna if it's heated. Ladies, Mummies, Gentlemen, Daddies, Grannies, Grandpas, kids, celebes, next-door neighbors, everybody. And it's not even considered erotic! Probably that is the reason we have a lot less trouble with pedophilia than some other countries. Quite a lot of people go from the Sauna to an opening in the ice, and dip in the freezing water, neck high! The medical community considers this as extremely beneficial for your health, especially at an older age. (Ugh, I gotta be 200yrs before I'll try the freezing waters!) We used to communicate by Bulletin Boards, operated with CP/M. They were strictly single-user machines, but since we were only about 30 guys, and everybody dialled in to the servers with 300 or 1200 baud modems, all of us had the luxury of quickly reading all of the other comments before we wrote our own. This kept the quality (and signal- to-noise ratio) very high on the boards. With that kind of slow communications it never crossed your mind to state something 'just off-hand'. You rather logged (there was no Download at the time) the discussion, then logged off so others could go on, then you thought about the issues for several hours, or a day, and only then you wrote your post on a text editor, reviewed it, (heck some of us even had peers to review them, so you wouldn't get cauht for off-hand opinions!) and only then uploaded the writings. Yeah, yeah, I told you not to read this post! In the film there was this company called Nokicomm (or whatever), whose Top Secret code Mitnick supposedly got a hold of. I remember, at the time, there were big newspaper headings about some Communist Data-Delinquent having gotten hold of some Very Secret Nokia specs. Well, that's no news to people from here. (Remember having seen the movie The Telephone, (with this guy who played opposite Madonna in Dick Tracy?) Half of that film was actually filmed in Helsinki.) Well, anyhow, with my fireplace this near to both the site of conception of Linux and the site of conception of Nokia Cellular Phones, (oh, and incidentally, I was classmate to Kristiina Kairamo, whose father was a previous chairman of Nokia), I felt a special kind of cold shivers going down my spine when the film talked about "Nokicomm". !! Jan 16 2004

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Phil Elverum can be forgiven for taking three years to release Sauna, his latest full-length album under the name Mount Eerie. After all, he did unleash two albums in 2012, the complementary and equally moving Clear Moon and Ocean Roar. With Sauna, he's stepped back, taken a deep breath, and held it. And held it some more. The result is an arresting, frozen-moment splay of images and emotions that feels less like a meditation and more like a slow-motion mauling. "Boat" imagines a black-metal take on Isn't Anything-era My Bloody Valentine, all bleary smears of distortion and frantic bouts with drowsiness; "Youth" is more ethereal, even as it continually erupts in spasms of grinding noise. Eleverum's melodies are syrupy and singsong, but his droning loops of guitar and oscillating keys are as massive as a gas giant wobbling on its axis. Sauna's title track clocks in at 10 minutes; it opens with a sharp intake of breath that hints at whispery intimacy, but it takes on harrowing overtones as the music spirals upward and Elverum sings, "I don't think the world still exists / Only this room in the snow." The Pacific Northwest songwriter once spent time in a remote cabin in Norway, and he seems to still draw from that deep well of sensation — or lack thereof. "Books" and "This" both mention the North Sea by name, not that they have to. That lonely chill is evoked in minimalist, pizzicato goosebumps and fluttering, harmony-laced doom-pop. Elverum strikes up occasional conversations, Greek-chorus-style, with his cooing female backup singers, similar to David Longstreth's lush vocal arrangements in Dirty Projectors. Rather than mitigating his isolation, it echoes it. That approach also gives him a chance to let someone else carry the melodic load; in the brief yet unsettling "Turmoil," he switches to a half-sung, half-spoken approach not far from Brian McMahan of Slint or Bill Callahan of Smog. Elverum plugs into that current of deadpan observation while keeping his eyes fixed on something more cosmic. His sentiments are so mundane, they become magical: "So I make coffee while looking out the window / And notice that I can't remember when or if I woke up," he intones, elevating his emotional reality to an almost psychedelic plateau. Sauna feels like a holding pattern, but in the best possible way: When he gently sings, "More emptiness again / And more, and more" in the throbbing, beautiful "Emptiness," the washes of black space around him don't seem to phase him. Instead, they coldly comfort. Copyright NPR. View this article on npr.org.

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Grooming your cuticles and enjoying a paraffin dip, and polishing your nails will complete this package. - (+$35 )Enjoy the Hydrating Manicure Dip along with a salt scrub for this ultimate rejuvenation to your hands. - (+$52 )This Spa Pedicure includes a Hydrating Pedicure Dip treatment plus a Hydrating Clay Mask to give your feet the ultimate feel. - Body Treatments - For all wraps and glows we utilize our Sauna to enhance your treatment instead of wrapping you in blankets. - (+$115 )This treatment combines the detoxifying properties of seaweed with the hydrating benefits of clay. This treatment will regenerate and revitalize you, while being ideal for cellulite or weight loss program. You will enjoy sitting in the Sauna for the activation of the seaweed. After a private shower, your skin will be hydrated with a lotion rub. - (+$95 )This sea algae treatment which stimulates your metabolism and circulation while invigorating your skin tissue and improving skin elasticity. 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Massive Disneyland Attraction Database An elite view of Edna's Beach House when it's not bathed in cows Edna's Beach House October 27, 1980 Avg. queue length: Slink through Edna's beach house, roll around in her makeup case, and pointlessly stare at her sauna. - If you are frightened by long lines, then you shouldn't even consider choking this attraction. - Darkness may be too startling for children. - This attraction closes at dawn. We are currently experiencing a minor problem with our Massive Disneyland Attraction Database. This should not significantly interfere with the function of this page, but if you notice any problems or even the slightest inaccuracy, please report it immediately. Thank you for your courtesy.

This hotel doesn't have any reviews yet. About the hotel Kunming Jin Jian hotel is the flagship hotel of the Jin Jiang brand. The hotel is located in the center of the trade and business area and has 315 rooms and suites. The hotel hosts many restaurants, conference rooms, and function rooms that provide for a variety of events. This hotel has been able to blend the Jin Jiang Group's high quality service standards and modern facilities with the city's good climate and local culture. As a result, the Kunming Jin Jiang Hotel is one of the most distinguished hotels in Kunming. Showing Monday 27 April 2015 to Tuesday 28 April 2015Change Search We currently have no rooms available for this hotel that match your search criteria. Try changing your search or select an alternative hotel. - Hotel Non-Smoking Throughout - In room facilities - Air conditioning in rooms, Minibar in each room, Telephone In Each Room - Hotel services - 24 Hour Reception, 24 Hour Room Service, Concierge, Laundry/Valet Service, Wake Up Call Available, Currency Exchange - Meeting Facilities, In-room Broadband, Business Centre - Fitness Centre, Sauna, Massage, Beauty Salon/Manicure - In room entertainment - TV, Satellite TV, [Channels] News, [Channels] Movies (Pay Per View), [Channels] Foreign (Other) Useful Info Show/hide - From 12:00 hours - Until 12:00 hours - The LateRooms.com rates for Kunming Jin Jiang Hotel in Kunming are the total price of the room and not the 'per person' rate. All prices are inclusive of all local taxes. - Pets are not allowed Our reviews are from genuine LateRooms.com customers. We verify that the customer has stayed before leaving a review. No reviews yet

We wanted to go exploring naturism and we did. All about naturism, naturists and nudists. How we came into contact with naturism We wanted to go exploring naturism. It would be something for us, we asked ourselves. We already had plans for a bicycle holiday from Maarssen, The Netherlands to Sylt (German island) and that would be a good opportunity to visit a few naturist campsites. With tent, gas burner, the Naturism World Guide and the Naturist Federation Member Card just purchased, we went on our way. Just imagine. 700 km cycling to an island, not different from our nearby islands. Anyway we went cycling, into adventure of naturism. The first occasion was the naturist campsite Hooksiel in Wangerland. This is located near Willemshaven in Germany. When we arrived it rained. Given no opportunity to see and experience what naturism is about. The campsite, located directly near the sea, is intended more for caravans and campers. Major activity there is sea fishing. The next day we went on to take the boat to Dagebüll, Amrum, a German North Sea Island and last stop for the mundane island Sylt. Personal Art – Uniquely Crafted Pop-Art Pop Art Portraits from Photos, for Home Décor and Outstanding Personalised Gifts. Unlimited previews. Sweet prices and Pay after your first artwork preview. Your Portrait in 2 days, CLICK HERE On Amrum arrived we went looking for FKK-Zeltplatz Amrum. FKK or FreiKörperKultur, is the German designation for naturism. The naturist campsite is set in the dunes, where you will feel and find the stories about the family in Thomas Mann’s Buddenbrooks. You see there families with their big carts from the parking place, lot are full of huge pyramid tents to their season. I had the novel “The riddle of the Wadden” by Erskine Childers with me. It couldn’t be more appropriate. Here we experienced the naturism in all its essence. Exposing it on a nature camping. Car-free and in the evening an absolute silence. No shop, but there is of course a library. That is typical for naturist campsites. It is common that you left yours in the library. This keeps the books stock up to standard. One more feature of naturism is that there is no private showers. You can do this together. Sylt is the North Sea island where the German naturism originated round 1920. See the unique video from that time about the history of naturism, FreiKörperKultur (FKK) on Sylt. On the island is not a naturist campsite but beautiful nude beaches. Beaches with that characteristic large beach chairs. And how feels naturism? More than good! In your natural body leaving the tent, so walking around, feeling the sun everywhere is delicious. Naturism for us is feeling free in a way as we like. We have no particular fundamental motives. Since that time, we have a lot of naturist campsites in France, Corsica, Belgium, Spain and of course The Netherlands visited. Most in France. On Naturist TV you can watch videos. A naturism gallery with interviews, naturist campsites and naturism in history. You will meet the naturists there. Who are these naturists Naturists like to expose their nudity in public. This is the most clear and brief description. In addition, naturists represent a culture and a culture has characteristics. Our quest for this furnished the following in key words or tags: [nude][respect][freedom][healthy][nature][environment][together]. This characterize the naturist. Or in a full sense described: The naturist likes to be nude in public, in freedom, respect for others and environment. Naturists have a particular interest in health, nature and the environment. Naturists like to do and experience this with others. You will find naturists on naturist beaches, naturist campsites and in all kinds of events organised by naturist associations as sauna and swimming days. Of course there are also travel agencies specifically with the naturism holiday. The nudist like to be nude or naked in all situations. He or she does not need the body, also in front of others, covering it. Any negligence between the nudist and naturist is that both groups find sex and eroticism not a typical characteristic of their culture. Watch the video about an interview with a true nudist. There is a group of nudists which the hair remove from the body and which sex have a prominent position. These are the nudest nudists. Read on. The ideal of beauty of the nudest nudists is a smooth and hairless body. A naked body that can be seen. Often decorated with applicable piercings. The band with sex and eroticism lies with this group, unlike naturists and nudists, much clearer. That experience you already have on their websites. Just look around on their website Nudest Nudists.

Aspen Lodge - 3BR Condo Platinum + Mountain View - Property ID: L29471 Aspen Lodge is located adjacent to the Trappeur's Crossing Amenities center and just two short blocks from the base of the ski area. Amenities and Services for Trappeur's Crossing Resort guests include use of the four heated pools including one indoor and outdoor alongside the amenities center and one conveniently located outside the Aspen Lodge, ten hot tubs, sauna, fitness facilities, ski lockers for each unit, barbecue grills and outdoor kitchen area, tennis courts, outdoor fire ring, putting green and an on site day spa. Guests also have access to free wifi internet and free parking in guest lodge's designated garage. Also enjoy seasonal apres ski and summer social parties, housekeeping and bellman (winter only) services and free use of ResortQuest's private on call, door to door and looping winter shuttle service. This unit is a three bedroom with three bathrooms unit condominium has a master suite features a king bed and attached master bathroom with jacuzzi tub. The second bedroom also has a king bed. The third bedroom has two sets of twin bunk beds. There is also a queen sleeper sofa in the living area and can accommodate up to ten guests. It features fully equipped kitchen, living and dining room with a gas fireplace and private balcony. The unit also has four TVs, DVD player and a stereo for enjoyment. There is also a central air-conditioning to keep guests cool during summer season. Photos are representative of the property and may differ from the actual unit that is reserved.

The WWII Memorial in D.C. that Obama closed. Apparently he still refuses to explain why he hates Americas vets. Because nothing else happened tonight. The WWII Memorial in D.C. that Obama closed. Apparently he still refuses to explain why he hates Americas vets. Because nothing else happened tonight. Part the firstest: f*ck iGoogle. (Can anyone recommend another homepage I can customize? I’m on Firefox.) Part the secondary: Never doubt that these people care deeply about the vast swath of Americans who believe their every word! Never doubt it! They know America will be destroyed if everyone can afford health care for their kids. Destroyed I tell you! And, according to them, they’ll save us from health care, a dismal fate, and they are brave. Brave I tell you! . . . the exclusive gyms available only to members of Congress have remained open throughout the shutdown. . . the House member’s gym is open. The House gym features a swimming pool, basketball courts, paddleball courts, a sauna, a steam room and flat screen TVs. . . . cleaning and maintenance has been performed daily throughout the shutdown. . . . the decision to keep the gym open came directly from Speaker Boehner’s office. Meanwhile, the staff gym available to Congressional staff has been closed. It also appears that the members gym in the Senate remains open on similar terms. Notice that the staff gym is closed. Charming. (If you need a giggle, google ‘Congressional gyms” as I just did and check out whose image dominates. If you guessed Paul Ryan, you would be wrong. It’s all selfies of tht body-proud camera hog and failed politician, Anthony Weiner. I guess he’ll live in image infamy, mostly without clothes.) I’m listening to an Obama press conference. It’s been going on for a while and he’s answering a lot of questions. He sounds like the man who ran for office in ’08. Clear, detailed answers. Solid explanations of how the economy works – at home and around the world. Utterly different from the usual sputtering defensive stance. If the American people heard more like this, we’d be in a whole different place. UPDATE: Just checking out Balloon Juice and they seemed to like it too. Plus they have links to vid and transcript. ETA: Presser concluded. From this day forward, October 8th shall be known as National Pony Day in honor of President Obama’s stellar performance. Well, I’ll observe NPD, anyway. It was a tonic for any liberal who longed to see the Tea Party loons get kicked in the junk repeatedly. I’ll post a video and transcript when I can find one. ETA: Transcript and video via WaPo here. Watch it and rejoice! Here’s a bit of incomplete reporting on a recent “outrage-of-the-day” claimed to result from that damn Obama government shutdown – this is from National Review; for hyperbolic end-of-the-Republic rhetoric, visit less reliable outlets elsewhere where the sputtering abounds: “With the government shutdown, many GS [government services] and contract priests who minister to Catholics on military bases worldwide are not permitted to work – not even to volunteer,” Schlageter wrote. “During the shutdown, it is illegal for them to minister on base and they risk being arrested if they attempt to do so.” Why would that be? Surely there’s a reason but perhaps National Review simply ran out of space. Let us board the way-back-machine and visit, for example, the Gingrich shutdown of 1995. Hundreds of thousands of Federal employees were furloughed. Many of them tried to get around the rules and work anyway; turns out they found themselves in a spot of trouble. Why was that? It was pretty much for the same reason they would be in trouble now – subject to disciplinary action, criminal charges even, if they violate the rules*. Allow me to quote an email from a family friend in DC who is a long-time Federal employee; he’s been locked out of his office since Tuesday: . . . the General Counsel listed what would happen to us if we did any work during the shutdown, including up to two years of prison. . . I cannot find out what is happening with the grass roots grantees I work with in Latin America – much less process their next disbursement. I can’t even volunteer my time. Ah, just like those Catholic priests! And here’s why – our friend goes on: This is thanks to the Anti-Deficiency Act* which prohibits the government to spend money which hasn’t been appropriated and puts the fear of God into government supervisors. The Anti-Deficiency Act was initially enacted – wait for it – in 1884. James Garfield was President. Major amendments occurred in 1950 and 1982. Any employee or supervisor who “knowingly and willfully” violates any of the law’s provisions can face punishments of up to $5,000 in fines and two years in prison, according to the GAO. I don’t see any mention of the Anti-Deficiency Act in The National Review story but I’m confident it’ll be included in all those FOX News stories to follow. From niece Kate who finds good things: Ezra Klein yesterday (formatting added by Moe): The House GOP’s debt limit bill — obtained by the National Review — isn’t a serious governing document. It’s not even a plausible opening bid. It’s a cry for help. In return for a one-year suspension of the debt ceiling, House Republicans are demanding: - a year-long delay of Obamacare, - Rep. Paul Ryan’s tax reform plan, - the Keystone XL pipeline, - more offshore oil drilling, - more drilling on federally protected lands, - rewriting of ash coal regulations, - a suspension of the Environmental Protection Agency’s efforts to regulate carbon emissions, - more power over the regulatory process in general, - reform of the federal employee retirement program, - an overhaul of the Dodd-Frank financial regulations, - more power over the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s budget, - repeal of the Social Services Block Grant, more means-testing in Medicare, - repeal of the Public Health trust fund, - and more. It’s tempting to think that this is Boehner teaching his conference a lesson. They told him what they wanted, and he’s going to let them have it — good and hard. House Republicans are walking into the debt-ceiling negotiations with an opening bid that makes them look ridiculous. This looks like an Onion parody of what the House’s debt-ceiling demands might be. It’s a wonder it’s not written in comic sans. From Bloombery News, this is something that’s been screamingly obvious, and widely known. It has, however, been barred from any examination of American health care reforms. Because Denial isn’t just a streetcar, it is a national state of mind. Americans are dying sooner and living with more illnesses than residents of Slovenia and other less prosperous countries . . . the U.S. is getting a poor return on money it spends on health care. . . . lose more years of life to heart disease, lung cancer, preterm birth complications, diabetes and more . . . than most of 34 other developed countries from 1990 to 2010.. The study comes from the famously socialist Journal of the American Medical Association. The U.S. failed to keep up with other nations in improvements in health care despite spending most per capita . . . U.S. death rate fell to 27th place in 2010 from 18th place in 1990. Anything here you didn’t already know about? Like this one via cousin Liz (family day too?) – this is from her Facebook page where she says “Now it’s all coming together . . . “. So much for “Representatives’ being representative. See, there is justice. In his Wonkblog at The Washington Post today, Ezra Klein takes a look (great read) and notes that while McConnell weeps upon the sacred steps of the Senate decrying any changes to the rules (as did the Dems before him) and claims the filibuster to be a historical sacrament . . . well, here’s some real history: The American system of government was built to protect minority voices, but the Founding Fathers explicitly rejected designing the Congress around a supermajority requirement. In Federalist 22, Alexander Hamilton savaged the idea of a supermajority Congress, writing that “its real operation is to embarrass the administration, to destroy the energy of government and to substitute the pleasure, caprice or artifices of an insignificant, turbulent or corrupt junta, to the regular deliberations and decisions of a respectable majority.” VOTER ID: I have absolutely no problem with voter ID. My problem is with 1) making it difficult, and 2) rushing it. Voter ID? Not a bad idea. The way they’re doing it? That’s suppression. NEW STUPID GOP MEME: “In 1962, six percent of Americans got federal entitlements. Now, it’s 35 percent.” Clever. Of course 1962 was before there was Medicare. CYNICAL MUCH?: Our Congress Critters have made clear once again that they are incapable of acting, even to save the nation from the bullet they themselves aimed directly at 320 million Americans – the one that requires automatic spending cuts of $900 billion in January 2013. So, diversion is called for. Time for a shiny new thing. What to do? Why, pass a new bill, The Sequestration Transparency Act. A Nebraska newspaper describes it thusly: “having proven incapable . . . they now indignantly demand to know how the President plans to cut spending.” Not them, the President. Neat. From The Hill just now . . . someone should take this gentleman into a quiet corner and calm him down. Maybe give him some milk and cookies. Report: Rep. Steve King mulling bill to repeal everything Obama has signed Rep. Steve King (R-Iowa), an outspoken critic of just about everything President Obama supports, is considering introducing a bill that would repeal everything Obama has signed into law. I was just reading my way around Under The Mountain Bunker (‘Come for the apocolypse – stay for the coffee’) and came upon this Tom Tomorrow panel. A driver is stuck in a traffic jam on the highway outside Washington DC. Nothing’s moving. Suddenly, a man knocks on the window. The driver rolls it down and asks, “What’s going on?” “Terrorists have kidnapped Congress! They’re asking for a $100 million dollar ransom. Otherwise, they’re going to douse them all in gasoline and set them on fire. We’re going from car to car, collecting donations.” “How much is everyone giving, on average?” the driver asks. The man replies, “Roughly a gallon.” (Thanks to friend Jane.) Members of Congress had a collective net worth of more than $2 billion in 2010, a nearly 25 percent increase over the 2008 total, according to a Roll Call analysis of Members’ financial disclosure forms The surprise $5.00 debit card fee banks recently imposed on their customers is going away. Bank of American, Sun Trust, JP Morgan Chase and others are now trying to tiptoe off the front pages. “We have listened to our customers very closely over the last few weeks and recognize their concern with our proposed debit usage fee,” David Darnell, the bank’s co-chief operating officer, said in a statement. JPMorgan Chase & Co and Wells Fargo & Co last week decided to cancel test programs, while SunTrust Banks Inc and Regions Financial Corp said on Monday they would end monthly charges and reimburse customers. For most Americans, the fee was a step too far from those ‘job creators’ who earlier wallowed in ugly, amoral behaviors screwing not just us but each other, and sent us into a four year trailspin of a recession that could take as long as a decade to repair. This time, I think those ‘bankers’ peeked out their windows and were a bit frightened by what they saw. So I’ll call this a victory for Occupy Wall Streeters around the nation and around the world. Thomas Friedman (forever the inspiration for the wartime Friedman Unit, or the F.U. for short), reminds us this week about one Citigroup transgression for which they’ve just been fined $285million (chump change these days), a transgression emblematic of the duplicitous and amoral behavior that hurt us all so badly. . . . with one hand, Citibank sold a package of toxic mortgage-backed securities to unsuspecting customers — securities that it knew were likely to go bust — and, with the other hand, shorted the same securities — that is, bet millions of dollars that they would go bust. According to the SEC complaint: . . . Citigroup exercised “significant influence” over choosing which $500 million of the $1 billion worth of assets in the deal, and the global bank deliberately chose collateralized debt obligations, or C.D.O.’s, built from mortgage loans almost sure to fail. According to The Wall Street Journal, the S.E.C. complaint quoted one unnamed C.D.O. trader outside Citigroup as describing the portfolio as resembling something your dog leaves on your neighbor’s lawn. “The deal became largely worthless within months of its creation,” The Journal added. “As a result, about 15 hedge funds, investment managers and other firms that invested in the deal lost hundreds of millions of dollars, while Citigroup made $160 million in fees and trading profits.” For decades we’ve let them indulge in the worst form of crony capitalism without the rule of law that should govern such institutions. Unbridled greed took hold. And it’s been destroying capitalism. It is anti-capitalist. Friedman goes on: . . . .what happened to us? Our financial industry has grown so large and rich it has corrupted our real institutions through political donations. As Senator Richard Durbin. . . bluntly said in a 2009 radio interview, despite having caused this crisis, these same financial firms “are still the most powerful lobby on Capitol Hill. And they, frankly, own the place.” Our Congress today is a forum for legalized bribery. One consumer group using information from Opensecrets.org calculates that the financial services industry spent $2.3 billion on federal campaign contributions from 1990 to 2010, which was more than the health care, energy, defense, agriculture and transportation industries combined. We can’t afford this any longer. Indeed we cannot. We now stand witness to the destruction of what it took us 250 years to build. I don’t see anyone with power stepping up, leaving it up to the people. And, no matter the tired 1960’s stereotypes the right is so enthralled with, that is why we have Occupy Wall Street. It’s mere hours since I posted Uncle Jay and his delightful video mocking the House Calendar (from 2010), and here comes Majority Leader Cantor, of the United States House of Representatives with the official 2012 House Calendar. Looks like our congress critters are going to be in session a full 109 days. This is sadly par for the course and we know there’s no reason to work a little overtime. Oh well, at least that means more cool CSpan programming. We need to fix this or it’ll ruin us. WASHINGTON — The top 1 percent of earners more than doubled their share of the nation’s income over the last three decades, the Congressional Budget Office said Tuesday . . . In this report, the budget office found that from 1979 to 2007, average inflation-adjusted after-tax income grew by 275 percent for the 1 percent of the population with the highest income. For others in the top 20 percent of the population, average real after-tax household income grew by 65 percent. By contrast, the budget office said, for the poorest fifth of the population, average real after-tax household income rose 18 percent. And for the three-fifths of people in the middle of the income scale, the growth in such household income was just under 40 percent. Thanks Earl and Gene

Book your room at Hanoi Daewoo Hotel Deluxe RoomMax Occupancy: 3 guests (up to 2 children) Grand DeluxeMax Occupancy: 3 guests (up to 2 children) Club RoomMax Occupancy: 3 guests (up to 2 children) Deluxe SuiteMax Occupancy: 3 guests (up to 2 children) Luxury Hanoi hotel in Ba Dinh with 3 restaurants Collect 200 points Simply enter your Nectar card number when prompted. Your points will be credited 30 days after you return from your trip.*Offers may apply Located in Ba Dinh, this luxury hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Thu Le Park, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and Temple of Literature. Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre and Hoan Kiem Lake are also within 3 mi (5 km). Along with 3 restaurants, this hotel has a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a health club, a swim-up bar, and a coffee shop/café are onsite. All 611 rooms feature thoughtful touches like bathrobes and slippers, plus free wired Internet and TVs with satellite channels. Guests will also find 24-hour room service, minibars, and coffee makers.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us! In addition to a full-service spa, Hanoi Daewoo Hotel features an outdoor pool and a health club. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. The property also has a snack bar/deli. A swim-up bar is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. High-speed wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary. Business amenities at this 4.5-star property consist of a business center, limo/town car service, and meeting rooms. Event facilities include a conference center and conference space. This Art Deco hotel also offers a children's pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. For a surcharge, the property provides a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request), a shopping center shuttle, and a train station pick-up service. Hanoi Daewoo Hotel has designated areas for smoking. - Conference center - Snack bar/deli - Rooftop terrace - Train station pickup (surcharge) - Shopping center shuttle (surcharge) - Number of floors - 18 - Conference space - Barbecue grill(s) - Spa services on site - Free WiFi - Free wired high-speed Internet - Year Built 1996 - 24-hour front desk - Airport transportation (surcharge) - Total number of rooms - 611 - Babysitting or childcare - Breakfast available (surcharge) - Business center - Coffee/tea in lobby - Coffee shop or café - Free newspapers in lobby - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Express check-in - Express check-out - Full-service spa - Gift shops or newsstand - Hair salon - Shopping on site - Health club - Children's club - Designated smoking areas - Tours/ticket assistance - Luggage storage - Laundry facilities - Limo or Town Car service available - Spa treatment room(s) - Meeting rooms - Multilingual staff - Safe-deposit box at front desk - Number of restaurants - 3 - Number of meeting rooms - 13 - Number of buildings/towers - 2 - Spa tub - Children's pool - Outdoor pool - Swim-up bar - Television in lobby - Wedding services Available in all rooms: Free wired high-speed Internet Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Free wired high-speed Internet - Air conditioning - Private bathroom - Satellite TV service - Free bottled water - Climate control - Coffee/tea maker - Free toiletries - Cribs/infant beds available - Hair dryer - Daily housekeeping - In-room safe - Iron/ironing board (on request) - Rollaway/extra beds available - Shower/tub combination - Room service (24 hours) - Free wired high-speed Internet Where to Eat Buffet breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Edo - Overlooking the garden, this restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open 24 hours. Reservations are required. Cafe Promenade - This restaurant serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Open 24 hours. Reservations are required. Silk Road - This restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and dinner. Happy hour is offered. Open 24 hours. Reservations are required. Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service. Nearby Things to Do An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a spa tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. - Golf driving range on site Hanoi Spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with hot springs/mineral springs, a sauna, and a spa tub. Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 10 years old are not allowed in the spa. - Body treatments - Facial treatments - Body wraps - Body scrubs - Aromatherapy treatments - Hydrotherapy treatments - Ayurvedic treatments - Sauna in spa - Spa tub in spa - Hot springs/mineral springs in spa - Minimum age to access spa is 10 To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests" section of “Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel. - Accessible path of travel - Accessible bathroom - Roll-in shower - Accessible parking - In-room accessibility - Accessibility equipment for the deaf Check-in time starts at 2 PM Check-out time is noon You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy. Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges. Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed. - Fee for buffet breakfast: USD 20 per person (approximately) - Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: USD 15 per hour (rates may vary) We should mention This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

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Archived Listing - Fairlane Residences, Bukit Bintang, RM 4,200 Fairlane Residences, Bukit Bintang, For Rent at RM 4,200 is no longer active which means that the listing has expired or the property has been taken off our search result listings. Active listings that fulfill similar criteria can be viewed towards the end of this page. Fairlane Residences, Bukit Bintang - QuikPro No:UP601947 - Property Type:Serviced Residence - Built-Up:775 sq. ft. - Unit Type:Corner - Rental Price:RM 4,200 - Furnishing:Fully Furnished - Posted Date:04/07/2011 - 1) Cafeteria - 2) Gymnasium - 3) Sauna - 4) Swimming Pool - 5) 24hr Security Bintang Fairlane is strategically located just meter away from the Golden Triangle of KL. Residents can reach Bukit Bintang monorial Station within minute of walking. For leisure and shopping residents can fulfill shopping addiction by taking a walk or short drive to numerous shopping mall, like Suria KLCC, The Pavilion, Starhill Gallery, Lot 10 and Times Square. Just beside of the building, there are rows of shop lots that houses restaurant, pubs, bars and cafes. for more information please call Suki Tan 012-3013005

Book your room at Indra Regent Hotel Superior RoomMax Occupancy: 2 guests (up to 1 child) Deluxe RoomMax Occupancy: 3 guests (up to 2 children) Superior Triple Room, 3 Single BedsMax Occupancy: 3 guests (up to 2 children) Junior Suite, 1 Queen BedMax Occupancy: 2 guests (up to 1 child) Studio, 1 Single BedMax Occupancy: 1 guest 3.5-star Bangkok hotel in Pratunam, walk to Pratunam Market Indra Regent Hotel puts you in the heart of Bangkok, within a 20-minute stroll of popular places like Pratunam Market, Siam Paragon Mall, and Suan Pakkard Palace. Highlights at this hotel include 3 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor swimming pool. You can enjoy TVs with satellite channels, and all 455 rooms feature WiFi, coffee/tea makers, and free bottled water. Refrigerators and room service make in-room dining easy, and minibars provide refreshments. Safes, hair dryers, and phones are also available. A relaxing visit to Spa Indra can include Swedish massages, Thai massages, and detox wraps along with access to the sauna and spa tub. The coffee shop, Botanica, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. At the hotel's own poolside bar or bar/lounge, you can enjoy a drink. Enjoy the fitness center, sauna, steam room, and kids' swimming pool. Business amenities include 4 meeting rooms, conference space, and a business center. Plus you'll find WiFi in public areas, wired Internet in public areas, and a coffee shop/café. Each morning free breakfast is served between 6 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 3.5-star Pratunam hotel include Siam Square and Jim Thompson House.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us! In addition to a full-service spa, Indra Regent Hotel features an outdoor pool and a sauna. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants and guests can grab coffee at the coffee shop/café. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. A computer station is located on site and high-speed wired and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business amenities at this 3.5-star property consist of a business center, limo/town car service, and meeting rooms. 4 meeting rooms are available. This business-friendly hotel also offers a children's pool, a fitness center, and a steam room. Complimentary self parking is available on site. Indra Regent Hotel has designated areas for smoking. - 24-hour front desk - Total number of rooms - 455 - Number of floors - 17 - Business center - Free breakfast - Conference space - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Fitness facilities - Full-service spa - Gift shops or newsstand - Billiards or pool table - Computer station - Limo or Town Car service available - Spa treatment room(s) - Meeting rooms - Poolside bar - Luggage storage - Safe-deposit box at front desk - Number of restaurants - 3 - Free self parking - Shopping on site - Spa services on site - Steam room - Children's pool - Outdoor pool - Coffee/tea in lobby - Coffee shop or café - Wedding services - Designated smoking areas - Tours/ticket assistance - WiFi (surcharge) - Wired (high-speed) Internet access - surcharge - Designated smoking areas (fines apply) - Number of meeting rooms - 4 Available in all rooms: Wireless internet access ( 600 THB per 24-hour period ) Available in some public areas: Wireless internet access (250 THB per 60 minutes surcharge), Wired (high-speed) Internet access - surcharge Free self parking - Blackout drapes/curtains - Air conditioning - Coffee/tea maker - Free bottled water - Turndown service - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - In-room safe - Satellite TV service - Rollaway/extra beds available - Daily housekeeping - Private bathroom - Shower/tub combination - Room service (limited hours) - Free cribs/infant beds - WiFi (surcharge) Where to Eat A complimentary breakfast is served each morning between 6 AM and 10 AM. Botanica - Overlooking the pool and garden, this coffee shop specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Ming Court (Chinese) - Overlooking the pool and garden, this restaurant specializes in Chinese cuisine and serves dinner only. A children's menu is available. Sala Thai - Overlooking the pool and garden, this restaurant specializes in Thai cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days. Room service (during limited hours) is available. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna, a steam room, and a fitness center. Spa Indra has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include Swedish massages, Thai massages, massages, and facials. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. - Swedish massage - Prenatal massage - Steam room in spa - Thai massage - Detoxification wrap - Sauna in spa - Spa tub in spa - Number of treatment rooms 5 - Couples treatment rooms - Body wraps - Body scrubs - Aromatherapy treatments - Body treatments - Facial treatments To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests" section of “Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel. - Accessible path of travel - Accessible parking Check-in time starts at 2 PM Minimum check-in age is 18 Check-out time is noon You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy. Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges. Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed. No pets or service animals allowed - Fee for in-room wireless Internet: THB 600 (for 24 hours, rates may vary) - Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: THB 250 (for 60 minutes, rates may vary) - Early check-in fee: THB 600 - Late check-out fee: THB 1000 - Rollaway bed fee: THB 1000 per day We should mention One child 12 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast, if one is offered. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

BEST WESTERN PLUS Clocktower Inn 2511 1st Avenue N, Billings, MT 59101-2320 Phone: 406/259-5511 | Fax: 406/238-1797 | 126 Rooms Check Out Time: 11:00 AM | Check In: 3:00 PM | Online Reservations Conveniently located in downtown, this pet-friendly Billings hotel is near popular attractions, many corporate locations and major medical facilities. Looking to make the most of your work trip? Business travelers have just a short commute to the area's corporate locations or organizations, such as First Interstate Bank, Rocky Mountain College, MSU-Billings and Strategic Retirement. You can also talk business on the golf course - Par 3 Exchange Golf Club is just a mile away from the Clocktower Inn. Sports enthusiasts will also delight in visiting Metra Park Arena and Cobb Baseball Field; both are less than a mile away. Many other attractions are within a mile of this Billings hotel, including Railyard Ale House, Yellowstone Art Museum, Historic Billings Depot, Alberta Bair Theater, Historic Moss Mansion and Shrine Auditorium. Guests enjoy taking a short drive to Big Splash Water Park, Zoo Montana, Pompey's Pillar, Bighorn Canyon Park and Beartooth Mountain Pass. Many vacationers also stay at this pet-friendly Billings hotel when visiting for the Montana State Fair. You'll find all the comforts of home in the spacious, clean rooms - all offer cable satellite television with HBO®, a refrigerator, a coffeemaker, high-speed wireless Internet access, a desk and more. Stella's Kitchen and Bakery is on the premises and 15 restaurants are also located within a less than a mile of this Downtown Billings hotel. Relax after a day of sightseeing or working in the outdoor pool and sauna. Hotel guests are also encouraged to take advantage of the 24-hour exercise facility, airport courtesy shuttle, pet sitting services, free parking, business center and meeting facilities. Call today to find out more about having your next meeting with us. For a stay in Downtown Billings with a great location, make a reservation at the BEST WESTERN PLUS Clocktower Inn today and save! Hotel Amenities & Services - Wireless internet connection in public areas - Exercise facilities - Free parking - 100% smoke-free hotel - Restaurant on-site - Outdoor pool, heated, open between April and October. - Steam room, dry sauna - 24-hour front desk - Ice/vending machines - Airport courtesy shuttle available from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight 0430 to 2400 five minutes away, dial 3 on courtesy phone at airport. - Guest laundry, one-day service - Cold weather hookups - Fax services, nominal charge - Photocopy services - Meeting facilities - Banquet facilities - Conference facilities - Exercise facility, 24-hour - Interior/Exterior corridor - Late check out, upon availability - Cable or satellite television, 42-inch flat screen television with HBO® - Petsitting service - Free wireless Internet available in public areas; Free in-room wireless Internet access; Free wireless Internet access available in public areas and all guest rooms - Business center - Printer available - Computer available - Photocopy, nominal fee - Photocopy machine - Conference services - Video conferencing - Coffee shop, Stella's Kitchen & Bakery; Fresh Baked Breads and Desserts Daily - Parking for the physically challenged - Outdoor parking - Higher rates may apply for holidays/special events - Covered parking BEST WESTERN PLUS Clocktower Inn Take advantage of the savings and fun with this special offer available at the best western plus clocktower inn in Billings. BEST WESTERN PLUS Clocktower Inn Conveniently located, the best western plus clocktower inn in Billings, Montana is shown on the map. Detailed driving directions from popular points or nearby cities are listed below. For those with GPS, here you go: Longitude: 45.783645 / Latitude: -108.502975 Driving Directions to Hotel From: Interstate 90 East. Take Exit 452, follow signs two miles to BEST WESTERN PLUS Clocktower Inn. From: Interstate 90 West. Take Exit 450 (North 27th Street Exit), go North on North 27th Street, Right on 2nd Avenue North, Right on North 26th Street, Left into BEST WESTERN PLUS Clocktower Inn Parking Area. BEST WESTERN PLUS Clocktower Inn We care about the quality of your stay with us. Below are nearby attractions, shopping and restaurants that are popular with our guests. Listed locations are nearby with approximate distance listed where available. Most Popular Area Attractions A public use airport, the Billings Logan International Airport (BIL) is set in southern Montana, serving the city of Billings. BIL is not only the largest airport in Montana, but also within three surrounding states: Wyoming, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Established in 1912, BIL is a hub for Silver Airways, and is served by major airlines like Alaska, Allegiant, Delta, Frontier, and United. BIL also supports cargo airlines such as FedEx Express and UPS Airlines. Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument is the site of the June 25 and 26, 1876 battle between several thousand Lakota and Cheyenne warriors and the United States Army's 7th Cavalry. It was the Native American's last effort to "preserve their way of life". Enjoy a ranger-led guided tour, talk or take a few moments to view the orientation film titled "Their Shots Quit Coming". Visit the monument located in Crow Agency southwest of Billings in Eastern Montana, to view the site of where Lt. Col. George Armstrong Custer's body was found after the battle. Partake in the cell phone audio tour to listen to the narrative story of the battle, as you walk or drive along the road. Enjoy the scenic drive to Billings, for a comfortable Best Western guest room, along your Montana journey. During your exploration of Montana, be sure to spend quality time in the vibrant city of Billings. This "Star of the Big Sky Country" is home to many attractions, including Pompeys Pillar National Monument, Pictograph Cave State Park, ZooMontana and the Montana Pro Rodeo Hall and Wall of Fame. This wonderful Wall of Fame monument is located on the north side of town, by MetraPark Arena. This fine monument, completed in 2002, honors those individuals who have contributed to Montana's western heritage. View the eighteen-foot bronze sculpture of Dan Mortensen, a six-time World Champion saddle bronc rider on bronc Tee Box, the last work created by artist R.F. Rains. The sculpture is joined by the brick and granite Wall of Fame, containing the names of previous professional rodeo champions. An additional wall was constructed honoring the Montana Pro Rodeo Queens, Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Champions and other Montana Pro Rodeo competitors. Stay in town, close to the city's many attractions, as a guest of Best Western hotels and enjoy a wonderful night's rest. Get off the beaten path during your visit to Billings. Travel five miles south of the city, to explore the fascinating 93-acre, Pictograph Cave State Park. The park contains the Ghost, Middle and Pictograph caves, the site where more than thirty thousand historic artifacts have been recovered from a 1937 excavation. Pictograph Cave, the largest of the three caves, contains 106 pictographs that were painted on the interior cave wall, up to 2,145 years ago. Schedule plenty of time during a self-guided tour of this wonderful 93-acre park, located in south-central Montana. Walk along the paved trails, taking a few moments to read the interpretive signage along the way, before reaching the caves. Stop by the park's visitor center for further information on this National Historic Landmark or to sign up for a guided tour. Stay close to the park in one of the Billings' Best Western hotels, where comfortable accommodations and excellent guest services await. Covering 51 acres, the Pompeys Pillar National Monument is located in south-central Montana near Billings. Both a National Monument and a National Historic Landmark, this unique rock formation draws over 50,000 annual visitors. Operated by the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, Pompeys Pillar is found easily by Interstate 94. Visitors may see native petroglyphs, and a signature inscribed in 1806 by William Clark of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. Spend quality family time together during your visit to Billings. Grab your camera to capture memories of a day of fun, at ZooMontana. This 70-acre zoological park and botanical garden, is home to a wonderful variety of exotic and native animal and plant species, from the northern Rockies, as well as northern latitudes of Asia and Europe. Enjoy your time at the sole zoological park in the Treasure State of Montana. Take your time strolling the zoo grounds to view the animal exhibits featuring the Amur Tiger, Grizzly Bear, Red Panda, Northern Mainland Sika Deer, Wolf, North American River Otter, Bald Eagle and waterfowl. The Living Wall is home to the Chilean Rose Hair Tarantula, the Three Toed Box Turtle, the Tiger Salamander and a variety of snakes. View the Screech Owl, the Chinchilla, and the American Mink at the zoo's Discovery Center. After a full day of fun at ZooMontana, kick up your feet in a comfortable Best Western guest room and recharge for another day of fun in the city. More Area Attractions & Services - 0.10 mile(s) from Johnson & Sons's Fine Art Gallery - 0.10 mile(s) from Historic Billings Depot - 0.10 mile(s) from Railyard Ale House - 0.40 mile(s) from Yellowstone Art Museum - 0.40 mile(s) from Alberta Bair Theater - 0.40 mile(s) from Western Heritage Center and Museum - 0.80 mile(s) from Historic Moss Mansion - 1.00 mile(s) from Metra Park Arena - 1.00 mile(s) from Shrine Auditorium, Concerts, Circus and meeting facility - 1.00 mile(s) from State and City Parks - 2.00 mile(s) from Peter Yegen Jr Museum - 8.00 mile(s) from Pictograph Cave St Park - 9.00 mile(s) from Zoo Montana - 35.00 mile(s) from Pompey's Pillar, Lewis and Clark national monument - 55.00 mile(s) from Little Bighorn, Battlefield and National Monument - 55.00 mile(s) from Bighorn Canyon Park, national recreation area, fishing and boating - 60.00 mile(s) from Beartooth Mountain Pass - 0.10 mile(s) from Shops & Entertainment Distances to Popular Points of Interest - 15.00 mile(s) from Laurel - 55.00 mile(s) from Red Lodge - 55.00 mile(s) from Roundup - 60.00 mile(s) from Hardin - 140 mile(s) from Bozeman - 150 mile(s) from Miles City - 0.10 mile(s) from MSU-Billings, Downtown Campus - 2.00 mile(s) from Rocky Mountain, Campus, athletic fields, gymnasium and pool - 6.00 mile(s) from College of Technology Local Area Recreation Opportunities - 0.03 miles) from Skate Park, new city owned skate board park - 0.60 mile(s) from Cobb Baseball Field, home of the Billings Mustangs Baseball Team - 1.00 mile(s) from Par 3 Exchange Golf Club, public 18 hole course - 3.00 mile(s) from Geyser Park, bumper boats/laser tag/video games/go carts - 4.00 mile(s) from Big Splash Water Park, outdoor water slide - 5.00 mile(s) from Skate World West, indoor skating rink - 55.00 mile(s) from Bighorn Canyon Park, national recreation area/fishing & boating - Choose from a wide selection of restaurants near this Billings, Montana hotel. - Stella's Kitchen and Bakery, on premises, full service, steak house, open for: breakfast, lunch - 0.10 mile(s) from Jakes, bar/lounge, American, open for: lunch, dinner, Fine Dining and Full Service Bar/Casino (406) 259-9375 - 0.10 mile(s) from Walkers American Grill, bar/lounge, American, open for: lunch, dinner, Fine Dining and Full Service Tapas Bar 2700 1st Ave N, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 245-9291 - 0.10 mile(s) from Q Cuisine, bar/lounge, American, open for: dinner, Fine Dining and Full Service Bar “Big City” Style 2503 Montana Avenue Billings, Montana (406) 245-2503 - 0.10 mile(s) from Sweet Ginger, full service, Chinese, open for: lunch, dinner, Sushi and Chinese Cuisine in an upscale bistro Serving Beer, Wine & Sake 2515 Montana Ave, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 245-9888 - 0.10 mile(s) from Don Luis, full service, Mexican, open for: lunch, dinner, Mexican Cuisine and Hearty American, Beer and Wine, Lunch and Dinner; 11:00 am to 9:00 pm, Monday-Saturday (406)256-3355 - 0.20 mile(s) from Montana Brewing Company, bar/lounge, American, open for: lunch, dinner, Full Service Bar, Restaurant and Brewery, Seasonal Outdoor Dining 113 N Broadway, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 252-9200 - 0.20 mile(s) from The Rex, bar/lounge, American, open for: lunch, dinner, Fine Dining and Full Service Bar, Seasonal Outdoor Dining 2401 Montana Ave, Billings, 59101 (406) 245-7477 - 0.20 mile(s) from Hooligan's Sports Bar, bar/lounge, American, open for: lunch, dinner, 111 N Broadway, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 294-3495 - 0.30 mile(s) from Cham Thai & Cuisine, buffet, Thai, open for: lunch, dinner - 0.30 mile(s) from Kentucky Fried Chicken, fast food, American, open for: lunch, dinner - 0.40 mile(s) from Pug Mahon's, pub, American, open for: lunch, dinner, 3011 1st Ave N, Billings, MT 59101 - 0.60 mile(s) from George Henry's, full service, American, open for: lunch, dinner, Fine Dining without the Fine Dining Price! - 0.60 mile(s) from Burger King, fast food, American, open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, 520 N 27th ST, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 245-7911 - 0.60 mile(s) from Wendy's, fast food, American, open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner, 2906 2nd Ave N Billing, MT 59101 (406) 248-7647 - 0.70 mile(s) from Hardee's, fast food, American, open for: breakfast, lunch, dinner BEST WESTERN PLUS Clocktower Inn Enjoy your stay with us even more by checking out some of the most popular area points of interest and local area events happening in or near Billings. Chase the links to explore the local region even more. Local Events Worth Considering: International Wildlife Film Festival The historic Roxy Theater in Missoula hosts this filmmaking extravaganza celebrating wildlife and the latest in environmental media. Garden City Brewfest Caras Park in downtown Missoula throws this beer-centric festival from 12 to 8 p.m. Spring Art Walk Downtown Helena brings in over 60 of Montana's best artists to showcase a diverse range of artwork. This Billings event features over 100 vendors, live entertainment, a pancake breakfast, kid's activities, and amazing strawberry food and confections. Alberta | British Columbia | Manitoba | New Brunswick | Nova Scotia | Ontario | Prince Edward Island | Quebec | Saskatchewan | Yukon | Caribbean

Rihanna disguises her bad hair day with a hat. Photo: Getty Images Rihanna just touched down on American soil after a long stint in the UK, scooping up awards, celebrating her birthday, and experimenting with new looks. The Barbados beauty has notably taken a liking to hats in recent days, but it seems this contrast billed "Dream Team" cap might have been covering up a bad hair day. A potentially very expensive bad hair day at that. According to the New York Post, the "Talk That Talk" singer may have spent around $24K to fly her stylist Ursula Stephen from L.A. to London for a hair emergency before a television appearance. The Post reports that Ri might have needed "a hair rescue mission after her 'do was ruined in a sauna" supposedly suffering from a bad hair day under this fly athletic cap. But likeeeee, is it just us, or does her hair not look that bad? I mean, compared to OUR bad hair days... (Broken hair dryer + 80% humidity forecast + slept on it wrong = WAY. WORSE. THAN. THIS.) Did Rihanna's "bad hair day" even reeeeally happen? *shifty eyes* We suppose that this is plausible and she might have pulled out the stops to correct it before having to appear on camera, but we're just not convinced yet. What do you guys think happened?

Being a big country town, you will find your classic 1960's holiday units, many old motels as well as fabulous new hotels and beachside apartments. Townsville's revamp over the last decade has led to rising tourist numbers and with that, some flashy new accommodation. For those wanting to stay in the centre of town the Ibis Townsville or the Holiday Inn will land you within walking distance of all the major attractions, including the Magnetic Island Ferry. Want a bit more glamor in your holiday? One of the best hotel's in Townsville is the 4-star and fabulous Jupiter's Townsville Hotel and Casino. Sitting on an isthmus at the mouth of the Derwent River and flanked by both marina and the Coral Sea, no matter where your room is, the views are impressive. Australis Mariners North is ideally located right next to Breakwater Marina and adjacent to The Strand, Townsville's famous waterfront. This Townsville accommodation boasts Townsville's best ocean front accommodation and is your best destination to explore Magnetic Island and the Great Barrier Reef. The Holiday Inn Townsville is in the heart of Townsville's business and shopping district and just a short walk from Townsville's major tourist attractions. Enjoy panoramic views of Magnetic Island and sparkling blue waters of the Coral Sea from the rooftop and be welcomed with a smile and friendly service that's as warm as the Townsville sunshine. Ibis Townsville is conveniently located in the heart of the city's dining precinct and only a few minutes walk from the main shopping centre of Flinders Mall and is in close proximity to the popular Strand development, with its beautiful beaches, swimming pool, community art and public events. The Hotel's spacious rooms and suites are beautifully decorated and superbly appointed to ensure that every moment is enjoyable. They all have spectacular views towards Magnetic Island or the Marina and friendly staff are always on hand to assist in any way possible. Whether you're relaxing poolside, enjoying a game of tennis, or experiencing all the fun and excitement of the Casino... at Jupiters Townsville, we're here to make sure you catch the fun in comfort and style. Mercure Townsville is 4km from the town centre set in 4 hectares of lush tropical gardens, on the shores of The Lakes. From the hotel you have easy access to many tours, including day trips to the Great Barrier Reef. Oaks Gateway on Palmer offers spacious apartment and hotel style accommodation on the fringe of Townsville's CBD. Featuring both river and ocean views this next generation property is located right on the waterfront. The facilities include swimming pool, gymnasium, sauna and business centre, making it ideal for holiday makers and business travellers to the Townsville area. Oaks M on Palmer offers an ideal location for both leisure and business travelers to the Townsville area. Located a short walk from the Palmer Street dining precinct that features many cafes and restaurants to choose from. This Townsville accommodation offers modern self catering studio rooms over 11 levels. The hotels facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, fitness and business room. At Seagulls Resort you can escape into your very own piece of Tropical North Queensland. This Townsville accommodation is built on the seafront amongst 3 acres of tropical landscaped gardens. With facilities such as 2 lagoon swimming pools, tennis and basketball court, an acclaimed restaurant and cocktail bar, complimentary shuttle to Townsville CBD and attractions, you can do as little or as much as you like.

Haanjamaa forms a unique corner of southern Estonia where the traditional smoke sauna – with all of its customs, wisdom and invigorating qualities – remains an important part of people’s everyday lives. Owners are proud of their saunas and enthusiastic about sharing their experience, beliefs, customs, skills and knowledge with anyone interested, all in the name of passing on the ancient tradition. In 2011 the Southern Estonian Tourism Foundation named Smoke Sauna Week in Haanjamaa one of the most outstanding tourism events in the region. Sauna owners in Haanjamaa will be opening up their saunas to visitors once again this year as part of the 2nd Smoke Sauna Week, which is being held from 2-5 August. Everyone interested in sauna and heritage culture is invited to come along with their families and friends to join in the festivities. The smoke saunas on Hartsmäe, Hurda, Kõivsaare, Mooska, Näki, Suhka, Tamme and Puspuri farms will be open to visitors. The sauna days themselves will be 2 & 4 August. Visitors who have registered in advance will be able to get together with the sauna owners in Haanja Community Centre at 10.00 am to learn more about the smoke sauna as a torch-bearer of local culture. Thereafter the groups will continue on to the saunas, preparing them, carrying out other tasks and enjoying other rituals associated with the experience. As the local saying goes, every sauna has its own story, its own habits and its own unique flavour! On 2 August there will also be a workshop on traditional medicine in the sauna, while on 3 August the smoke sauna being constructed on Mooska farm will host a meat-smoking master class, and visitors will be able to move from one sauna to the next to see what makes them all so special. That evening the Haanja Community Centre will be the venue for a concert of unplugged music featuring some of the best folk musicians from southern Estonia.

Finland is an entrepreneur friendly country. To raise the level of entrepreneurship is a target stated by the government. And Finns are doing it thoroughly as they do everything else. There is even competition between noncommercial organizations and programs which are targeted to help entrepreneurs to startup or develop their business at the early stages. I will specify some interesting opportunities for entry-level entrepreneurs and you are surely free to choose what you like. For those students who are interested in entrepreneurship JAMK Generator works. In practice it means that a student can take classes related to business and entrepreneurship, those students who do not have a business idea yet are encouraged to develop their skills and create ideas. Those students who already have an idea for business are getting a personal coach and support at every stage of setting up a business. The link to JAMK Generator description: http://www.jamk.fi/english/research/jamk_generator There are several organizations and programs that work in Finland and in Jyväskylä in particular to support entrepreneurs. Jyväskylä Regional Development Company Jykes Ltd., established in 1996, is a business promotion and development company owned by the four municipalities (City of Jyväskylä, Laukaa, Muurame and Uurainen) of the Jyväskylä Region. The aim of Jykes is to create a favourable business environment and to improve the co-operation between companies and the public sector. By offering expertise, support and various networks for companies, Jykes creates opportunities and conditions for profitable business operations. http://www.jykes.fi/en/ Jyväskylä Innovation Ltd is linking research and business. It is a development company that aims to make the Jyväskylä region an internationally thriving, technological growth centre for benefiting its diversified branches. The organization is supporting with its activities growth, development and competitiveness of technological enterprises in Jyväskylä Region and Central Finland. http://www.jklinnovation.fi/en Technopolis Jyväskylä offers a service package in Jyväskylä, which seamlessly combines premises and related services in a user-friendly solution. The idea is to provide the optimal operating environment for technology companies. The centralized acquisition of services produces significant economies of scale that, combined with efficient use of space, ensure an economically favorable premises solution for the customer. http://www.technopolis.fi/index.php?id=21&lang_id=1 Luotsi is an organization targeted to develop entrepreneurship in Jyväskylä, they have services in English but you cannot guess that visiting their webpage The most persistent non-speakers of Finnish can always try on-line translator: http://www.luotsi.info/fi/tutustu_luotsiin/?id=8 Protomo is a multidisciplinary and social innovation and entrepreneur environment which works in several Finnish including Jyväskylä. It’s basic idea is to provide facilities, support of the community and sparring from the experts, free of charge, to help develop new services and products for the market. http://protomo.fi/en/what-is-protomo Tekes – the Finnish Funding Agency for Technology and Innovation. Works all around Finland. Every year, Tekes finances some 1,500 business research and development projects, and almost 600 public research projects at universities, research institutes and polytechnics. http://www.tekes.fi/en/community/Home/351/Home/473 Vigo is a new type of acceleration program which bridges the gap between the early stage technology companies and international venture funding. http://www.vigo.fi/frontpage Finnvera is a specialized financing company owned by the State of Finland. It provides its clients with loans, guarantees, venture capital investments and export credit guarantees. Finnvera is the official Export Credit Agency (ECA) of Finland. http://www.finnvera.fi/eng/ Some other useful links: Human technology Central Finland http://www.humantechnology.fi/en/do_business_with_us/?id=2 The Centres for Economic Development, Transport and the Environment (manage the regional implementation and development tasks of the state administration). http://www.ely-keskus.fi/en/frontpage/Sivut/default.aspx Jyväskylä city website about business opportunities: http://www.jyvaskyla.fi/international/business The leading startup conference in Northern Europe Slush (Helsinki) http://www.slush.fi/ Startup Sauna is a program that pushes the selected startups develop to a stage where they’re ready to take over the international markets. Startup Sauna takes two batches annually in the spring and fall (Helsinki). http://startupsauna.com/ So those who are interested in entrepreneurship you are warmly welcomed to Jyväskylä and JAMK! There are plenty opportunities for you here!!! 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Published by Crawford Systems World News Notes & Comment Car-Free in Vienna The Green Party of Vienna has worked long and hard to realize a local car-free neighborhood. An exemption from the law requiring one parking space for every apartment was finally obtained. Parking spaces are being provided for car sharing, with some electric vehicles planned for this fleet. If, however, inhabitants start to get cars despite their promise to live car-free, a garage will have to be built in the future. Construction of approximately 250 apartments began in October 1997. Occupancy of the self-governing community is expected during 1998 and 1999. The future tenants participated in the design process for the community facilities, which include play areas, natural areas including a pond, vegetable gardens, cooperative food purchasing facilities, meeting rooms, and laundromat. The money saved by not building parking facilities is being invested in such things as solar power, solar-powered cooling, gray-water recycling, roof-gardens, sauna, Internet cafe, several areas for children, a party roof, and a bicycle garage. Daniel Sokolov, personal communication You can have lots of nice things that you couldn't otherwise afford if you give up your car. Car-Free in AmsterdamHere in Amsterdam, the old waterworks in the Westerpark neighborhood is being redeveloped as a car-free neighborhood. There are 600 residential units, 300 for sale and 300 for rent. The initial subscription for the units was 6000, so it appears that car-free can also be a commercial success. I've visited the site and plan to take some photographs once the dust has settled. I'm afraid I can't be too optimistic based on what I've seen so far. The architecture is poor-to-awful, the buildings are too high, and the open space appears to be badly arranged. But it's a start. Sustainable Model District Vauban in FreiburgSouth of Freiburg, Germany, a new city district is taking shape on the site of the Vauban barracks. Planned are flats for 5,000 people and 700 jobs in the commercial area. The district redevelopment should be completed by 2005. Citizens have participated in a design process aimed at creating a sustainable model city district. Essential facilities are to be located within the district to avoid unnecessary traffic. It is hoped that many residents will find a job from among the 700 being created locally. The district will eventually be connected to the tram system. In addition, an option exists to connect to the suburban train system now being planned. This would reduce the time to get to downtown Freiburg to a few minutes. Bike paths will link the community to the existing bike network. Parking will be located at the periphery of the residential area, not more than 350m from dwellings. Car owners must pay for their parking space directly, so the construction costs for parking are separated from those for dwellings. Services and deliveries will be the only motorized traffic inside the district. Car-sharing will be encouraged. More information from: Citizen Participation of Forum Vauban e.V. Merzhauser Str. 150/07, D-79100 Freiburg, Germany Tel.: +49-761-407344, Fax: +49-761-407395 Car-Free Housing in EdinburghThe regional government of Edinburgh, Scotland, has recently approved a £7 million housing development that will be reserved for tenants who agree not to have a car. Enforcement is automatic - there is no feeder road and no parking lot. Emergency vehicles will need a key to get in. The scheme is particularly important because car ownership in Edinburgh has increased 56% in the past ten years. This is the fourth large car-free development in Europe of which I am aware. (There is reputed to be a very large car-free neighborhood in Stockholm, but I have no details on this. Anyone know?) Sustainable BerkeleyRichard Register of Ecocity Builders is promoting the Heart of the City Project in Berkeley, California. Located downtown, encompassing a BART metro station, the plans include a plaza, an open creek (now in culverts), terraced buildings, greenhouses. . . and no cars. San Francisco Chronicle, 10 October 1997 Register has been deeply involved for years in the efforts to put Berkeley on a sound ecological footing. His work is taken seriously, and he was to present his plans to the city council in November. No word yet on the results. Middle-America Gives New Urbanism a BoostKansas City, in the heart of the USA, is looking into its past to find a way into the future. A five year planning program suggested a return to past patterns of development, including the small, denser neighborhoods favored by the New Urbanists, where people can walk places instead of driving everywhere. The plan seems assured of adoption by the city council. "Focus on the Future: KC's Master Plan for Next 25 Years Looks to the Past for Inspiration," in The Kansas City Star, 18 October 1997 Beyond Sprawl: New Patterns of Growth for CaliforniaThe Bank of America, California's largest bank, recently released a report on development patterns in California. The report was developed by a coalition of organizations including the B of A. Some poignant sections: . . . as we approach the 21st century, it is clear that sprawl has created enormous costs that California can no longer afford. Ironically, unchecked sprawl has shifted from an engine of California's growth to a force that now threatens to inhibit growth and degrade the quality of our life. Sprawl is finally being recognized as part of the problem and not the solution to anything. Montreal Looks AheadThe province of Quebec is going to limit the building of schools, hospitals, and roads in the suburbs in an effort to stop sprawl and increase the population of Montreal Island. The guidelines established are also seen as a stimulus to economic growth. Montreal Island lost 183,000 residents between 1971 and 1991, but off-island suburbs grew by 567,000. The environmental impact is severe. Private cars create massive traffic jams during rush hour. The financial costs of sprawl are enormous - the provincial government spent millions of dollars building highways, schools, roads, and electrical lines to accommodate sprawl development. The new guidelines will be applied to all spending decisions and will form the basis of a regional master plan. City Rail, Vol. 3 No. 5 Cities have the right to control their destinies, even if this is at the expense of developers' profits. Car-Free Sunday in AmsterdamPlans are under way to organize a car-free Sunday in Amsterdam. The Netherlands held a number of nationwide car-free Sundays during the 1973 oil shortage. Many people recall these as restful days when people took to the streets once again. There is considerable support for the idea of bringing them back. Actually, Amsterdam already has one essentially car-free day every year - the celebration of the queens' birthdays on 30 April. The entire inner city is car-free for most of the daylight hours. The city is thronged with locals and visitors from all over The Netherlands. Footloose in London"Londoners walk 39 miles further every year than people who live in other parts of the UK. On average Londoners walk 239 miles per year. . . . Car ownership in London has actually fallen slightly over the past five years. Over half of Inner London households do not own a car compared to the national average of a third. Londoners travel about two-thirds of their total mileage by car as opposed to a national average of four-fifths." UK Department of the Environment, Transport & The Regions Press Notice: 248 / Transport, 30 October 1997 People in cities equipped with good public transport don't drive as much as those who live in the suburbs. You can also walk to many destinations. Los Angeles Metros Work"A survey of rail transit passengers in L.A. shows most of them feel the trains are safe, clean, convenient and compare favorably with a car in terms of travel time. As opposed to bus patrons, a majority of rail riders said they were using public transit by choice. The biggest complaint was overcrowding and unintelligible public address announcements on the Blue Line." City Rail Vol. 3 No. 6 Unfortunately, plans to expand the city's metro have run afoul of budgetary problems and political conflict. Free Fares Boost Ridership in HasseltWe reported in the last issue of Car-Free Times that the city of Hasselt, Belgium, instituted a system of free public transport. Since the system was implemented, together with improvements in the frequency of service, ridership has increased 857%. Die Zeit, 21 Nov 1997, "Stadt ohne Fahrschein" (City without a ticket) Part of the increase is surely due to increased convenience (no need to buy a ticket or have correct change) and faster service (due to the absence of fare-collection-related delays). The Costs of SprawlJohn Holtzclaw of San Francisco has assembled some useful summaries of the sustainability of various forms of development. Some of the more interesting results: Major Indicators by Type of Development |Manhattan||San Francisco||San Ramon| |Transit (veh./hr. nearby)||very high||90||1| |Shopping (5 within 1/4 mi.)||all||all||none| |Annual veh. miles/capita||1,145||2,759||10,591| |Annual household auto costs||$800||$1,900||$8,200| Holtzclaw, 1994; Newman and Kenworthy 1989From 2 households/acre up, each doubling of density reduces driving 25-30%; from 10 households/acre up, each doubling reduces driving 40%. (Holtzclaw, 1994) Number of Freeway Lanes Required to Accommodate the Same Number of Travelers Compared to Various Other Modes |Equivalent Number of Freeway Lanes| |Subway line (Metro)||35| |Light rail or bus line||15| |Lane of walkers||5| |Suburban street lane||0.3| Lowe, WorldWatch Paper 98Compared to a typical Nob Hill, San Francisco, apartment, a typical suburban house uses: Phillips & Gnaizda, CoEvolution Quarterly, Summer 1980 All quoted from: John Holtzclaw, "Consuming Issues" in The Bike People Suburban sprawl really is killing the planet. The Asphalt Rebellion"The Asphalt Rebellion seems to begin, in just about every state, at a bridge. It is a country bridge: lightly traveled, decades old and starting to fall apart. The local government wants a few modest repairs. The state transportation department comes in, takes a look and declares that the only way to save the bridge is to tear it down and build something much bigger and costlier in its place. A fight ensues. By the time it is over, a mild-mannered mayor or council member or selectman has turned into a rebel." "The Asphalt Rebellion" in Governing: The Magazine of States and Localities Alan Ehrenhalt's article shows that road issues are becoming mainstream in the USA. Pedestrian's ProgressThe USA spends hundreds of millions of dollars a year to improve road safety. While this investment is clearly making roads safer for drivers, little is being done to improve the safety of pedestrians. Between 1986 and 1995, 6,000 pedestrians were killed and 110,000 injured by automobiles each year. Pedestrians account for 14% of traffic deaths, yet only 1% of federal highway safety funds are spent on pedestrian safety. The other 99% are spent to remove obstacles to traffic flow, which tends to increase average speeds and further endanger pedestrians. Traffic calming, on the other hand, improves pedestrian safety - the Seattle traffic calming program reduced pedestrian accidents by 75%. From a press release on 8 April 1997 by the Environmental Working Group as posted on the Congress on the New Urbanism list The public must insist on stronger measures and more funding to improve pedestrian safety, even if that must come at the expense of automobility. Road Pricing Coming Your WayIt began in Singapore more than a decade ago, and it's coming soon to a city near you. Road pricing is now seen by many metropolitan areas as the only cure for road congestion. Pretty much everyone has given up on the idea of building more roads. Local opposition to new road projects has become vociferous and costs have risen beyond what cities can pay. Everyone now acknowledges that new roads relieve congestion only temporarily. Here in the Randstad (Holland's big agglomeration), "the charge for driving into each of the four cities will be set high, at about 15 ecus ($17), between 6am and 10am, but the price will fall to 3 ecus at other times." The Economist, "Living with the Car: No room, no room" 6 December 1997 The Economist may run a little ahead of the rest of the pack, but it's definitely mainstream. When they start publishing this kind of thing, you can be fairly sure it's going to happen. Sure glad I walk to work. New Vehicles Now Less Efficient than Junked OnesUS Environmental Protection Agency statistics show that old cars and trucks now being retired are more efficient, on average, than new vehicles being sold. (New York Times, 11 August 1997). The main culprits are gas-guzzling minivans, sport utility vehicles, and pickups. These vehicles now have a 40% market share in the USA. August 14, 1997 electronic version of The Sierra Club Newsletter This is grim news indeed. Gone are the days of steadily-improving fuel consumption figures. The vehicles in question are exempt from fleet-weighted fuel efficiency standards. The Sierra Club is urging the government to raise CAFE standards to 45 mpg for cars and 34 mpg for light trucks. We wish them success. Hey, Butterball!"The most recent edition of NHANES, a massive federal survey of health and nutrition, finds record levels of childhood obesity in spite of the fact that children are consuming fewer calories than they reported on the last NHANES edition 10 years ago. There is a connection here. We have made an environment that makes kids fat." Reported by Nancy Pappas in a newsgroup Casual observation suggests that American kids are the fattest in the world. They are driven everywhere, since the roads are too dangerous for bicycles and it's too far to walk. This is not good for these kids' long-term health. Dying to Go for a Ride?Worldwide, traffic accidents were the ninth largest cause of lost "Disability Adjusted Life Years" in 1990. Worse still, road accidents are projected to rise to third place by 2020, close behind ischaemic heart disease and depression. These grim statistics come from a recently-completed study by the World Health Organization, the World Bank and the Harvard School of Public Health. Every year, 15 million people are injured in traffic accidents, and the toll is rising as developing nations put more cars on the road. Already, traffic accidents are the leading cause of death among males aged 15-44 worldwide. It's not safe out there. Dutch Auto Use Continues to RiseThe Dutch ministry for the environment reported that automobile usage increased 11% in 1996. CO2 release in The Netherlands is now 8% above the level in 1990. The official policy is to reduce CO2 emissions to a level slightly below the 1990 level by the year 2000. NOS teletext news, page 106 on 8 September 1997 It's already 1997. I don't think we're going to reach this target. New York: Speed CityTransportation Alternatives recently released a study showing that the New York Police Dept. issues only 44 speeding tickets a day on local streets. Pedestrian death and injury rates are above those of London, Paris, Rome and Tokyo, but New York's authorities have taken little action. Speeding is rampant. Motorists routinely exceed the 30 mph (about 50 km/hr) city speed limit by 10 to 20 miles per hour. On Brooklyn's 4th Avenue, motorists were observed driving 53 mph, with speeds in the upper 40s common. On Manhattan's upper Broadway, many motorists drive in the low 50s. Both streets have heavy pedestrian usage and high injury rates. Press Release 23 April 1997 from Transportation Alternatives Contact: Paul Harrison or John Kaehny +1 212-629-8080 One more clarion call to rope in errant motorists and save the sanity and lives of pedestrians. Where is New York Mayor Rudolph "Law 'n Order" Giuliani on this issue? Bangkok Transit Project CanceledThe Thai government has canceled the Bangkok Elevated Road and Train System (BERTS). The project was way behind schedule and far over budget, and the system was not going to be completed in time for the Asian Games this month. The developer and the government are exchanging accusations. The recent collapse of the Thai currency and real estate market also contributed - the developer was planning to recoup costs by capitalizing on increases in real estate prices near the stations. Various newspaper reports and Railway Gazette International, Sept. 1997, p.613, all as quoted on the Sustran list This is a terrible blow to Bangkok, which suffers from some of the worst traffic congestion and air pollution on the planet. Some people are spending more time in their cars than in their beds. Are Cars a Drug? . . . Recently a local police department ran a sting operation where a plainclothes officer would step into a crosswalk and try to cross a street notorious for flattened pedestrians. When the officer was brushed back by a car, a motorcycle cop would zip out and write a ticket. Drivers were indignant that they would be fined for such a minor offense. Most telling was the excuse they invariably gave, one that will be familiar to bicyclists and motorcyclists everywhere: 'I didn't see him.' This was repeated as a valid excuse even after a passenger in one car said, "I did see him, from a block away." Quoted from: Richard Risemberg, "Are Cars a Drug?" in The Bike People A Better Drink Than a Fuel?Ethanol brings its own problems when used as a fuel additive. Scientists at Argonne National Laboratory have released a report indicating that while ethanol reduces hydrocarbon and carbon monoxide emissions when used as a fuel additive, it increases the emissions of other pollutants called aldehydes and peroxyacyl nitrates (PAN). PAN is highly toxic to plants and does not break down rapidly. It's also a powerful eye irritant. "Ethanol Causes Pollution, Too, Argonne Scientists Say" Press Release from Argonne National Laboratory Trying to make the internal combustion engine a good neighbor appears to be more difficult than anyone would have supposed 20 years ago. Oxygen Bars in BeijingIf you think pollution in L.A. is bad, maybe you should visit Beijing, where air pollution is so bad that people patronize "oxygen bars," where the only mood-altering substance available is pure oxygen. The air quality in this city of 11 million is up to five times worse than L.A. "When I was a little boy in Beijing, the blue sky was really impressive. I can still remember that," said Liang Congjie, president of Friends of Nature, a local environmental group. "Nowadays, it's so hard for you to see the blue." In Beijing, breathing the air for a day is equal to smoking three packs of unfiltered cigarettes. San Francisco Chronicle, 4 May 1997 This is the kind of nightmare scenario the developed world would face today had it not been for the great effort to reduce pollution since Earth Day 1970. In China, coal is one of the major culprits, but private car use has exploded in recent years. China's recent decision to adopt the automobile for passenger transport is little short of terrifying. TransEuropean Nightmare?Eastern Europe has signed up for TEN (TransEuropean Network). TEN is supposed to support the development of a single European market by providing necessary transport infrastructure. While this includes some high-speed trains, it also includes a lot of road building. Now eastern Europe is borrowing money from international organizations (including the World Bank) to build their part of TEN. The roads, of course, will be a great impetus for further development of private car usage in areas that are very poorly equipped to deal with it. "Blueprints for Sustainable Transportation in Central and Eastern Europe" or at the alternate site if the above is off line Eastern Europe should think again and decide to preserve its vast rail networks rather than dismantling them in favor of road construction. There is no need for these countries to fall into the same trap as western Europe. The source given above is loaded with details. Marine Oil Pollution"About 3 to 4 million tonnes of oil enter the oceans each year. Oil spills the size of the Exxon Valdez disaster occur somewhere in the world on average once a year. Even so, 'non-accidental marine transport' (ballast discharge, washing of tanks, bilge pumping, etc.) accounts for twice as much marine oil pollution as accidental spills. Land-based urban and industrial sources account for more than four times as much marine oil pollution as marine accidents. Car exhausts and car oil changes dumped down drains account for more oil entering the oceans than any other source." Greenpeace, "The Environmental Impact of the Car," 1991, pp. 35-38 To put this in perspective, this spillage is roughly equal to all the oil used in the USA in a two-day period. Jane Holtz Kay's recent book is garnering a lot of attention in the USA. A review of the book is available at E-Design On-Line, an excellent site on sustainable development. We suggest that you check their review of the book; the URL is given below. I had the pleasure of attending this conference in Lyon, France, between 26 October and 1 November. Lyon is a city of about 1.5 million people situated on the Rhone and Saône rivers. The old heart of the city is Presqu'Ile, located on a peninsula just above the confluence of the two rivers. This area is, as I quipped, a car-free city center; somebody just forgot to take out the cars. (It does, in fact, have a nice pedestrian precinct.) The buildings are very similar to what is proposed for the car-free city, but one to two stories higher. The architecture is fantastic - Presqu'Ile is beautiful. Most of it was built during the 18th century and has miraculously escaped war damage. The streets are quite narrow, and the blocks have good-sized interior courtyards. My estimate is that this entire area is actually somewhat denser than is called for by the reference design for car-free cities. One the west bank of the Saône is the mediaeval quarter of the city. This is the most beautiful part of the town, with extremely narrow cobbled streets and gorgeous old buildings, not quite as high as those in Presqu'Ile. There is some car traffic, but only for residents. On the hillside above this part of town are the Roman theaters, which remain in astonishingly good shape. This is an old town. Unfortunately, Presqu'Ile is subject to extremely heavy traffic. A major trans-European route runs right through the southern end of the district. Congestion has become a major local issue, and the conference was well received by the city government as well as by local and national media. This was my first close contact with young European anti-road activists, and I was impressed. These young leaders know how to organize a conference, work the media, and obtain the cooperation of local authorities. The conference participants organized and carried out a number of actions during the course of the conference, and these received excellent and sympathetic press coverage. The conference was attended by 60 people from 20 countries. Most of the conference was devoted to activism, but I facilitated a workshop on the design and implementation of car-free cities. We developed a plan for implementing car-free cities in existing metropolitan regions. Given that this is a massive change to make in an existing city, we determined that it was essential to develop both the long-term plan and the phased implementation scheme only after prolonged and detailed consultation with every interest group in the city. This technique can help develop a consensus, which will be nearly essential if the change is to be achieved. One activist from Germany has made something of a career of walking over cars which obstruct the sidewalk. There was no absence of these in Lyon, and his "car walking" was filmed several times. One group found a string of cars blocking the sidewalk and bounced all but one of them back into the street. When they returned later, all the cars that had been bounced into the street had been ticketed (for obstructing the street), but the car parked on the sidewalk had not been ticketed for blocking the sidewalk. This was taken to be a sign of the times. City hall hosted the conference on Thursday, and the afternoon's proceedings included a number of dignitaries (including the deputy mayor). In the morning, I presented the reference design for car-free cities and unveiled the concept plan (shown above) for a car-free Lyon. There were plenty of questions afterwards and a good level of interest. Two roundtables were held during the afternoon. The topic of one of them was, "When will car use in Lyon decrease?" The answer, judging by what folks had to say, was clearly, "never." One interesting report was that public leaders greatly underestimate the concerns of citizens regarding cars. About 95% of the people think that cars get too much space in cities, and about 95% of the mayors also think that cars get too much space, but the mayors believe that only about 35% of the people hold this belief. This has led to a campaign to reeducate mayors about what people really think. On Halloween night, with permission from the city, we closed off the square in front of the conference center and threw a streetfest, in temperatures of about +4 C or so. We were allowed to block the area off from mid-afternoon and succeeded in getting all the cars out of the square. A good crowd assembled for folk dancing, singing, and hot mulled wine. A dead Renault was draped in a huge black veil and decked with a sign, "The car, it's death." A good time was had by all. Saturday, the last day of the conference, saw a large street action in the heart of downtown. The Renault from the previous evening was dragged through the streets by someone straining at a rope. The Grim Reaper stood on the roof as the activists sang a song about the car, pollution, and death. It was both fun and funny. There were a great many sympathetic onlookers. At one point, a busy cross-street was blocked for about two hours and an impromptu street festival was held. The police escorts finally said that it was time to move on, and we did. I spent most of my time handing out leaflets about the cost-saving that can be realized by getting rid of the car. These were quite amusing colored sheets that looked like "free offers." The demonstration was very well received. The organizing work on the actions was extremely good. The actions were fun, effective, drew lots of good press, didn't get anyone really angry, and made a number of useful points. I traveled to Lyon on the TGV, my first experience on a train running above 200 km/hr (125 MPH). This particular TGV is the "slow" one - it doesn't get above 280 km/hr. The speed is breathtaking and the ride was smoother than any other train I have ever been on at any speed. The ride from Paris to Lyon is almost exactly two hours, much faster than it can be done by car. The TGV is not without its environmental impacts, but these trains are reputed to use less energy per passenger mile than conventional trains, which makes them very efficient indeed. They are fairly noisy outside (although very quiet inside), but the noise is sporadic, in contrast to having a highway nearby. The capacity of the system is huge, and it is profit-making (including capital costs). Here in The Netherlands we'll have to wait almost 10 years for this kind of service. On my way back to Amsterdam, I spent an afternoon walking around Paris, a city I fell in love with in 1965 and hadn't seen since. The effect of traffic on this beautiful city in the intervening years is very depressing. I will most remember this visit for the pervasive stink of all the cars stuck in traffic. Review: End of the Road Wolfgang Zuckermann has written an interesting and useful compendium of most of what is known about reducing automobile usage. The book is divided into two parts: the world car crisis, and techniques that can be used to improve the situation. Zuckermann correctly understands that the advent of the car is one of the world-changing events in history and that we have not really got our heads around the problem yet. In particular, he understands that the status of those riding in cars is much higher than that of those on foot or in buses or on bikes. The bulk of the book is devoted to specific techniques which help reduce car usage. He offers 33 solutions divided into eight main categories: This is not a detailed manual about how to implement any one of the solutions. Rather, it is an overview of the possibilities we have at hand. He gives examples of the solutions in practice, and what some of the boomerang effects have been. This book is a worthwhile read for anyone seeking a source book on reduced automobile dependence. End of the Road: From World Car Crisis to Sustainable Transportation (Post Mills, Vermont, USA: Chelsea Green Publishing Company, 1991) Subscribe to Car-Free TimesCar-Free Times is published four times a year on the Crawford Systems World Wide Web site, carfree.com If you would like to receive free e-mail notification of each new issue, please send e-mail with the word Subscribe in the subject line. You will receive automatic e-mail notification of each new issue, with the URL for the new issue. We do not share our mailing list. |J.H. Crawford, President| |Tel.||+31 20 638 5115| Carfree Times Home Carfree Times Back Issues (1-12) Continue on to Car-Free Times Issue 3 About the book: Carfree Cities

Book your room at Quality Hotel Ambassador Hamburg Family-friendly Hamburg hotel in Hammerbrook, near Hamburger Kunsthalle This family-friendly Hamburg hotel is located in the business district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Alster-Schwimmhalle, Hamburger Kunsthalle, and Hamburg Wholesale Market. Moenckebergstrasse and Hamburg City Hall are also within 2 mi (3 km). Along with a restaurant, this hotel has an indoor pool and a health club. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a sauna, and a conference center are onsite. All 124 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and private yards. Other amenities available to guests include cable TV, minibars, and room service.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us! In addition to an indoor pool, Quality Hotel Ambassador Hamburg provides a health club and a sauna. The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Public areas are equipped with complimentary high-speed wireless Internet access. This 3.5-star property offers access to a business center and meeting rooms. Event facilities measuring 3875 square feet (360 square meters) include a conference center and conference space. This family-friendly hotel also offers tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. - Indoor pool - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Breakfast available (surcharge) - Safe-deposit box at front desk - Multilingual staff - Total number of rooms - 124 - Number of floors - 6 - Conference space - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Fireplace in lobby - Health club - Business center - Luggage storage - Meeting rooms - Conference space size (feet) - 3875 - Tours/ticket assistance - Free WiFi - Conference space size (meters) - 360 - Number of meeting rooms - 7 - Year Built 1973 - Conference center - Number of buildings/towers - 1 - Television in lobby Available in all rooms: Free WiFi Available in some public areas: Free WiFi - Pay movies - Soundproofed rooms - Daily housekeeping - Hair dryer - Bathtub or shower - Cable TV service - Iron/ironing board (on request) - Cribs/infant beds available - Free WiFi - Private bathroom - Free toiletries - Room service (limited hours) - Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) - Blackout drapes/curtains Where to Eat Breakfast is available for a surcharge and served each morning between 6:30 AM and 10 AM. Quality Hotel Ambassador Hamburg has a restaurant on site. Room service (during limited hours) is available. Nearby Things to Do Recreational amenities at the hotel include an indoor pool, a health club, and a sauna. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. - Golfing nearby - Sailing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Bicycle rentals nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Scooter/moped rentals nearby - Golf lessons available nearby To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the “Special or Accessibility Requests" section of “Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel. - Accessible path of travel Check-in time starts at 2 PM Check-out time is noon You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy. Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges. Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed. - Breakfast fee: EUR 14 per person (approximately) - Self parking fee: EUR 10 per night - Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per night - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 29.00 per night We should mention Children 12 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Germany. This property is rated 3 star Superior and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

House, 7 Bedrooms, 6 Baths, (Sleeps 18) Room and Bed Configuration : Square Footage: 6000 sq ft. Bedroom 1 1 King Bed Master Bath 1 Chaise Lounge Bedroom 2 1 King Bed En suite Bath Bedroom 3 1 King Bed Jack n Jill Bathrooms Bedroom 4 2 Queen Beds Share Jack and Jill Bath w/Bdrm 3 Living Rm 2 Large Sofas Half Bath Bedroom 5 2 Queen Beds En suite/ Hall Bath Bedroom 6 2 Queen Beds En suite Bath Bedroom 7 1 King Bed Share Hall bath w/Bdrm 5 Game Room 1 Large L Shaped Sofa Theatre Room 2 Full Futons 11 Lounge Chairs Reach out to the Tahoe skies in the Chiapa Luxury Estate, up high above it all ! Experience an exhilarating Tahoe vacation in this brand new luxury estate with magnificent 300 degree mountain views! All 7 bedrooms in this home will enjoy mountain views even from the ground floor. Drive into a long driveway to arrive at this magnificent estate! The long driveway and the two car garage allows for sufficient space to park up to 6 cars. Walk up the stairs into a massive great room warmly painted in red and sienna hues. Soaring picture windows frame the majestic mountain range of South Tahoe. Play a 1920 antique grand piano in one corner while enjoying the views from all sides of this great room. Or walk out to a wide decks and soak it all in. This truly great room is kept warm by a huge river rock fireplace, with a 55' flat screen TV atop it. From the living room turn towards the large kitchen area with top of the line stainless steel appliances. This kitchen is amply accessorized to delight the best of chefs. The kitchen 'Bordeaux' granite counters has dining space for up to 10 guests. This plus the 12 seater dining table and the 6 seater convertible card table in the great room and the pub table for 6 in the lower family room can easily accommodate a banquet of 34. During summer, the back decks will afford more space for additional entertaining. View the stars from a private balcony in the spacious master king bedroom suite. This suite has a chaise lounge to relax in. A double sided fireplace gives extra warmth and ambiance to both bedroom and bathroom. The bathroom has a large His and Hers separate shower and a jacuzzi tub. Across the great room in the opposite wing are three bedrooms, two Jack and Jill rooms sharing a bathroom in between and a king bedroom suite . An extra powder room is located in the hallway leading to the swimming pool room. The pool room, tiled in warm Rojo flagstone slate, features a large indoor swimming pool, a sauna, and a steam shower and a half bath. The soaring picture windows framing the mountain views beyond, in combination with the cathedral ceilings create a spectacular and grand effect while you swim in this large 21'x 25 indoor pool. A large 7 man hot tub is situated just outside the pool room on a deck which also leads up to the kitchen/dining area. From the great room walk down to the game room below and come upon another great room with a wet bar, a pub table for six , another 46' flat screen plasma TV hanging beside another river rock fireplace. In the middle of the room ia a full sized pool table . An L shaped sofa is in the room to lounge in. On the same level is a large media room with a projector 106' screen video system , 12 lounging chairs and 2 futons at the back of the room. This will work great for presentations if you plan a corporate retreat for a privileged group. Two bedroom suites, with two queen beds are on the same lower level. The seventh bedroom with a full bed and a regular crib is perfect for kids to lounge in with their games or for an au pair to stay in. Come and enjoy the Chiapa Luxury Estate! Keywords: House, Chalet, Cabin About the Owner Activity and Interests Beach combing, Beaches, Biking, Boating, Cross country Skiing, Gambling, Golfing, Groceries, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Jet Skiing, Kayaking, Marina, Shopping Mall, Mountain Climbing, Parasailing, Pier Fishing, Restaurants, Sailing, Snowboarding, Snow Skiing, Snowmobiling, Swimming, Yachting, ... and much more! |Rate Period||Nightly||Weekend Night||Weekly||Monthly *||Event| Apr 16 - Jun 15 2 night minimum stay Fall(except Thanksgiving week) Sep 7 - Dec 15 2 night minimum stay My Standard Rate 2 night minimum stay * Approximate monthly rate. Actual rate will depend on the days of the month you stay. Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (USD) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser. - Air Conditioning - Broadband Access - Clothes Dryer - Free Long Distance - Gas Fireplace ... - Linens Provided - Parking Off Street ... - Washing Machine - Wireless Internet - Cooking Utensils - Ice Maker - CD Player - DVD Player - Pool Table - Satellite / Cable Pool / Spa - Hot Tub - Private Pool - jetted tub - children welcome - non smoking only - pets considered ... - Mountain View - horseback riding - sight seeing - wildlife viewing Sports & Adventure Activities - cross country skiing - jet skiing - mountain biking - water skiing - 6 Bathrooms - Bathroom 1 - Bathroom 2 - Bathroom 3 - Bathroom 4 - Bathroom 5 - Bathroom 6 - 7 Bedrooms, Sleeps 18 - Bedroom 1 - Bedroom 2 - Bedroom 3 - Bedroom 4 - Bedroom 5 - Bedroom 6 - Bedroom 7 - King size beds (4), Queen size Beds (6), Baby Cribs (1), Sleep Sofa or Futons (2) - Deck / Patio - Outdoor Grill - Guests provide their own meals Learn more about this vacation rental at the owner's website - Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, Balcony, Bath Linens, Bed Linens, Blender, Board Games, Cable TV, CD Player, Coffee Maker, Deck, Dishwasher, Dryer, Fireplace, Flat Screen Television, Games for Adults, Games for Kids, Garage, Heating, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub, Ice Maker, Iron, Ironing Board, Microwave, Off Street Parking, Patio, Phone, Pool Table, Private Indoor Swimming Pool, Private Swimming Pool, Refrigerator, Satellite TV, Step Stool, Stereo, Stove and Oven, Toaster, Vacuum Cleaner, Wet Bar, ... and much more!

Spacious centrally located 'family-friendly' four bedroom apartment in lovely Limassol!! Enjoy a carefree relaxed holiday in a fully equipped self-catering apartment only a few minutes drive from the beach (only a few steps from hotel with pool/gym/tennis) Google Maps: 34.695135, 33.063879 Spacious, centrally located and fully-equipped apartment with three double bedrooms, a large verandah for a relaxing holiday. Situated only a few minutes drive from beaches (15 mins walk), opposite hotel with pool/gym facilities etc. Google Maps: 34.695135, 33.063879 It can take more than one family, it is safe for children all ages. It is fully furnished and the pool is huge and very private. You can enjoy your BBQ in the garden next to the pool and enjoy your drink at the Bar in the garden. You can also spend a day on the Beach! The Ladies Mile beach is 5 minutes away walking distance. Make your holidays in Cyprus memorable… surrounded by a very large 35m swimming pool, within minutes' walk to sandy beach, restaurants and bars, the Lagoon Pool villas are the ideal resort place for your holidays. Two floors, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and guest WC. Baby cot and high chair can be provided at an extra cost of 4 euro per day for both. …see more This new 3 bedroom apartment with pool in the prestigious Beach complex is located in the promenade of Limassol with new sea marine and within easy reach of the public gardens and zoo. Bars, restaurants, famous fish taverns. Night life is in close vicinity WOMEN ACCOMODATION, PRIVATE ROOM , PRIVATE BATHROOM , PRIVATE SITTING ROOM IN A HOUSE WITH INDOOR SWIMMING POOL, SAUNA, TERRANCE, GYM EQUIPMENT THE USE OF THE SWIMMING POOL, SAUNA, GYM EQUIPMENT AND BREAKFAST IS FREE OF CHARGE …see more This modern designed 2 bedroom apartment in a small private building is ideal both for city and beach holidays as it is close to the old town, main shopping area and short walk to the beach. Walk by the beach or wonder in the old town discovering traditional tavernas. WE HAVE 2 APARTMENTS ON THE SAME BUILDING - RENT BOTH FOR UP TO 12 PEOPLE. …see more This exclusive 2B/R Town house is designed with style and finest architecture, offering an exclusive lifestyle by the beach. It Is located just 400m from the 5 star deluxe hotels and resorts with blue flagged sandy organized beaches and water sports. …see more Large elegant 3 double bedroom top floor apartment in Limassol's shopping and cultural center surrounded with restaurants, cafes, cinemas, theaters. Short walk to beach, medieval castle and Limassol Marina. …see more A very large villa with private swimming pool and beautiful mature gardens ideal for big families. Consists of 5 large bedrooms and sleeps 12 persons. The famous sandy Ladies Mile Beach with beach restaurants is only 1000m away and 'My Mall' with its designer outlets. …see more This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for. This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. This is the total cost of the stay for the dates and number of guests that you entered. This price is an estimate based on the latest rate information available to us. Contact the advertiser to ask for the exact price, including any additional fees. Prices for this home are unknown, please contact the advertiser to confirm the price.

Muckross Park Hotel & Spa - View as map Killarney, Kerry, Republic of Ireland The Muckross Park Hotel and Spa is uniquely located in the heart of Killarney National Park, yet only a five minute drive from Killarney Town. The five star hotel has 68 guest rooms, Spa, Yew Tree Restaurant, Monk's Lounge. The Muckross Park Hotel and Spa is uniquely located in the heart of Killarney National Park, yet only a five minute drive from Killarney Town. The five star hotel has 68 guest rooms, The Spa at Muckross,Yew Tree Restaurant, Monk's Lounge. Muckross Park Hotel and Spa is one of oldest hotels in Killarney. It opened its doors as The Herbert Arms in 1795 and was part of the original Muckross House Estate. Throughout its history, it has hosted many prominent guests, including Queen Victoria, George Bernard Shaw and Daniel OConnell. The hotel was awarded best five star accommodation in Ireland and has received an AA Rosette for its excellent food. Our Spa located at the resort is a winner of a World Spa Award for Best Destination Spa in Ireland. The hotel boasts 68 guest rooms and suites. All rooms have climate control, free WiFi internet, luxury bathrobe and slippers, DVD players, hospitality tray with bottled water and 24 hour room service. Our superior rooms come with complimentary wine and chocolates and our suites include large plaza TVs, fresh fruit daily & a complimentary mini-bar. The hotel offers many dining options including our Yew Tree Fine Dining Restaurant located in the old Victorian lounge at Muckross Park Hotel. The Monk's Lounge serves Afternoon Tea & light snacks daily and is open for cocktails each evening. The Irish Pub located next door to Muckross Park Hotel gives visitors a fantastic Irish pub atmosphere the pub serves the best of traditional Irish rustic food in a friendly cosy atmosphere. The pub is famous for its Irish Nights with resident Irish Band & dancers performing during the summer months. The gothic inspired Spa is a haven for relaxation and rejuvenation. This award-winning Spa boasts a beautiful monastic vitality suite which consists of a vitality pool, Jacuzzi, cold tub, sauna, steam room, salt grotto, tropical showers, heated loungers and outdoor hot tub in our beautiful Spa garden overlooking the blue pool river. At the Spa we offer five star treatments from Pevonia Botanica that deliver real results, as well as a wonderfully relaxing experience. We also have a Hair & Beauty salon within the Spa & a fully equipped gymnasium. The Muckross Estate in Killarney National Park offers guests spectacular walking trails, cycle routes, historic tours, horse-riding and lake activities. Killarney is the perfect base for experiencing the beautiful Ring of Kerry and the Iveragh Peninsula. It is a wonderful destination for golfing, boat trips and hiking.

Unique ,peaceful,spectacular mountain setting above Turkey's Turquoise Coast. Close to towns,restaurants,beaches, historic sites and Lycian Way. www.turkeyvilla.info The Owner will ask Guests to sign a Short Term Rental Agreement at the time of booking …see more Swimming pool, beach, sunshine, golf, water theme park, close to town, supermarkets,shops, bars, restaurants. discounted car hire and tours available to many historical sites. Skiing available in the mountains. Records show over 300 days of sunshine annually. A deposit of £80 (or the equivalent in your local currency) is required on arrival in exchange for the keys …see more Villa Feyza located in Islamlar village near Kalkan, is perfect for people looking for total privacy as well as a great atmosphere provided by the villa's amazing views and lush, green gardens.Villa is specially tailored for a quiet, calm and peaceful holiday experience …see more Renovated 2 bedroom apartment on the exclusive 4 Star Patara Prince Resort. Relax on the Terrace and enjoy the Stunning Sea Views or use the many facilities the resort has to offer. 4 Swimming Pools, Spa, Tennis, Shuttle Boat, Snooker, Mini Club, short walk to Kalkan. 25% discount card Transfer booking facility local representative on the ground A 1st floor apartment offering spectacular views over Kalamar and Kalkan bays. Being south facing it benefits from all day sunshine. You will live on the balcony! Come and enjoy our apartment and small complex. You will not be disappointed. …see more Relax in a popular convenient location, on a secure gated community! Perfect for both couples and families! This complex is has every amenity you could need and is in the perfect location! Everything you need within a short walking distance. This is a popular 5* complex …see more Designed as a luxury holiday home for the owners themselves, this 4-bedroom villa on the Kas Peninsula has amazing sunset views and unique architectural details. The mature gardens provide multiple areas to relax and enjoy the beautiful views and villa environment. The 4 bedroom luxury Villa accommodates up to 8 guests in 2 dbl & 2 sl rooms with two alfresco dining areas. …see more Wonderful vacation home for small or huge family. The house is situated in a village location, quiet but near to everything you could require for a fun filled holiday. We can provide a discount for reduced occupancy, just ask. …see more Villa Saray,superb, luxurious 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom fully air conditioned villa with WIFI overlooking Kalamar Bay & Islands. Stunning sea & mountain views.Private infinity pool. Furnished inside and out to the highest standards.Your relaxation & comfort is guaranteed. Enjoy superb Villa Saray & its stunning views, The price is inclusive of all cleaning & utilities. …see more This pretty villa is closer to the heart of Kalkan's developing centre. It is just minutes away by foot from the main Kalamar road and shops. It is also just fifteen minutes by foot to the quaint 'old town' of Kalkan, its harbour and beach. …see more Stunning views, close to everything Lovely apartment in the center of old Kas, close to shopping, swimming and dining. Air conditioning in all rooms, wireless Internet access and two balconies with great vistas. No steep descent/ascent to/from the village. Note that end of stay cleaning fee of 40 Euro is not included in the price A Luxury spacious 2 bedroom apartment which has recently been refurbished, a new large balcony overlooking the pool has been added also. Kalkan is a quite romantic village, vast choice of excellent cafes, bars and restaurants are waiting for your arrival with open arms …see more The apartment is quiet and comfortable, yet in the center with an easy access to all important places. If you have any questions to ask, please do, we always answer very quickly! Enjoy Your relaxing stay!!! We take 10% of the total payment amount via Internet and the rest 90% in cash when you arrive. …see more A spacious one bed apartment, ensuite with two balconies both with breathtaking sea views. Fully equipped kitchen/diner, fully air-cond & free wi-fi. The location is perfect, the apartments are nice & quiet, but still close to the hussle & bustle of the main village. We really do want you to enjoy & have a chance to experience what we have over the past 15 years. Turkish beach-house within 75 yards of the beach - close to Side on the Mediterranean coast - designated a Blue Beach. Many water sports and cafes along the beach. Many archaeological sites very near and plenty of tours available. There is now a promenade along the beach into old Side harbour where there are plenty of boat trips. …see more Alanya/Mahmutlar beach Apartment The appartment is a 4 persons appartment but there is on the sofa which can be made as an exstra bed place for one more person in the appartment. There would be an exstra charge for the exstra person so ask me. Palmenbau Apartment is just 3 minutes walking from all the shops and saterday market. Busstop 50 meters. Apartment Cactus 63 is within the beautiful Patara Prince resort. We call it "Bijou Bal" which in Turkish means "little honey" . Kalkan has recently been featured in A Place in the Sun Magazine "Discover Kalkan Chic". …see more Villa Laurus is a very spacious and well appointed, luxury three bedroom, two bathroom detached villa. It is situated within Augustus Village, an award winning gated community based in a desirable area on the outskirts of the village of Tasagil, between Side and Belek. …see more Modern two bedroom duplex apartment that is ideally situated being close to the beaches, harbour, shops, restaurants, bars and the historic ruins of this lovely town and only 25 minutes drive from the golf centre at Belek.. Orange Flower garden combines both spacious 2 bedroomed living in a private home on a small exclusive community, yet close to everything you need and want for a perfect holiday close by. Shops, etc just 100 metres and the beach just 600 metres On request i can send more photos and a video of SIDE resort. …see more Villa Genie is a spacious villa with stunning sea views and private pool with steps for easy access. The expansive terrace allows guests the space to enjoy their "place in the sun". The large pergola is ideal for lazy lunches while the sofabed is perfect for a siesta. The villa can cater for up to 7 guests but we prefer a maximum of 5. …see more Kirmizi Apart is on the top floor of the building and has a terrace/balcony with great sea & and mountain view of Kas Bay. Located at the quite part of Central Kas and good for couples , friends and families (up to 5) looking for comfort, and sea-view . For a pleasant, peaceful stay, romantic dinning experience in our balcony with illuminated Kas Marina view. …see more Beautifully furnished 3 bed duplex benefiting from views of the Taurus mountains and an amazing Jacuzzi on the balcony all within a few minutes walk to the beach. What more could you want! Perfect for families who want everything within walking distance. Book now! …see more Ideally located less than 100m to the water's edge, the house sleeps up to 5 people and is ideal for both independent travellers and families. You will have the best of both worlds - removed from hotel tourists, but close to restaurants, shops and activities. …see more This beautifully appointed villa has a private pool and stunning views. The villa has 4 bedrooms, an ensuite bathroom with jacuzzi bath and two further shower rooms. The kitchen is fully fitted with washing machine and dishwasher. …see more A beautiful recently renovated apartment, furnished to a very high standard providing first class accommodation. Magnificent unrestricted views overlooking the bay of Kalkan. "Probably the best view in the world" - Sunday Times. …see more Luxury, 2 bedroom, 2 bath first floor, apartment with large balcony for alfresco dining & spectacular sea views of Kalamar Bay, 180m from beach clubs. Large, salt water, infinity pools, roof terrace/bar with panoramic sea views & spacious entertainment area. Plus WiFI. Additional apartments available for larger groups who want to have privacy as well as being with friends. …see more SIDE GARDENS is exceptionally well equipped throughout as one would expect for a private home on a small well located gated community that has an excellent pool, gym, sauna, 24 hour security, selection of DVDs, WIFI and much more. …see more Yildiz Villa is a charming front line villa overlooking Kalamar Bay. In an unrivalled position with panoramic views and easy access to the sea, just one minute away. A large veranda, pool terrace and vine covered seating area offer beautiful spaces for relaxing. …see more For a pleasant, peaceful stay, romantic dining experience in our balcony with illuminated Kas Marina view. The rooms are air conditioned , tastefully designed /equipped with modern good quality furniture and equipment to meet our valuable quests' For a joyful holiday accommodation experience. It is only 2.5 km to the beach and the center of Mahmutlar. Alanya can be reached in about nine kilometers. The provider can be answered on the spot like questions and gives tips for companies. …see more This very spacious 4 bedroom duplex has its own private roof terrace with view of the pool, forest and sea. It is superbly situated within walking distance to shops and restaurants, there's a daily pick up service to the beach. Great for families! Wifi & satellite tv! …see more This villa offers stunning,uninterrupted views over Kalkan bay from the terrace,ideal for candlelit dinners .Situated in tropical gardens at the Patara Prince resort, it has 2 double and 1 single bedrooms with 2 shower rooms and easy access to a range of facilities. …see more Located in the walking distance to the town center and the shops, Villa Olive - 5 has breathtaking views of the Kalkan bay in a peaceful, relaxing setting. With it's location, amazing views and green ambience Villa Olive - 5 is great for a quiet, restful holiday experie …see more Competitively priced, sitting in the quietest part of the complex with private parking for 4 cars enjoying stunning views of the mountains to the side and rear and Kalkan bay and islands to the front - arguably this is the best situated 2 bed apartment in the complex. …see more Apartment Gigi is a deluxe, spacious, well equipped duplex apartment with two en suite bedrooms. IApartment Gigi has all the ambience of a villa with its exceptional large lounge and beautiful spacious master bedroom, all with sea views. …see more Luxury one bedroom apartment, in a five star holiday village with nine pools, landscaped gardens and views of the Taurus mountains. The Belek international golf courses, Hip-Notics wakeboarding park and historic sites of Aspendos, Perge and Side are a short drive away. …see more Moonlight is a spacious well-appointed 3 bed villa with a private pool and a large terrace, overlooking the Taurus mountains and Kalkan,a great villa to relax in. Provided are Free WI-FI, pool towels,welcome pack. Located within 10 minutes walk to central Kalkan. The roof terrace is a great place to have drinks under the stars, and see Kalkan lit up at night. …see more The apartment is well and completely equipped with high standard furniture, a complete kitchen which will fullfill even chef-cook needs. It has an air-condition in the living area and fans in the sleeping rooms. Paintings of a local artist cover the walls. For entertaining purposes you will find a SAT-TV, DVD Player, Radio, various books, games and a Play Station …see more Newly listed Villa Nirvana - stylish new detached luxury holiday villa with exceptional sea views and private infinity pool. Only a stone's throw from beach clubs, funky shops, buzzing bars and restaurants, adventure pursuits, ancient Lycian culture and history. …see more

Stayed one night for business trip. Room is very limited in toiletries, almost none I must say. They only provide a soap in a refillable container which also can be use as shampoo. That's it. Single bed is so small but cosy. No fridge. Old fashion TV. No central button to control the electricity. Shower is too small even for a small person like me. Quite location at night. Breakfast was good & variety. I didn't use the fitness centre so I can't comment on that. Train station is just accross the road. Taxi ride to main train station is about 15 minutes & to airport about 30-40 minutes for EUR50. We use this hotel because our company is just next to it. For personal trip I will try another hotel. - Official Description (provided by the hotel): - Stuttgart, a city of automobile production, attracts business travellers, visitors to events at the Fairground and tourists alike. The First Class Hotel Holiday Inn Stuttgart is located in the north of the city with convenient access to the motorway and a direct tram link. The hotel has 320 modern bedrooms 310 of which are non-smoking rooms. The generous, comfortably furnished bedrooms and guest areas are fully air-conditioned and equipped with the latest technology. 111 Rooms are lately renovated.You will find relaxation in the state-of-the-art fitness area with sauna and steambath. With 11 conference rooms and 6 group rooms, all with natural daylight, the Holiday Inn is the perfect place to hold a meeting. The hotel s conference area is suitable for conferences and banquets for up to 350 people. 120 Event participants can access the Internet simultaneously thanks to our 6MBit high speed internet connection (WIFI or cable). Stuttgart's latest attraction, the Porsche Museum, can easily be reached via tram within 5 minutes. The hotel is close to large companies such as Alcatel, Robert Bosch, M+W Zander, Ernst&Young, Porsche, Siemens and Trumpf. ... more less - Reservation Options: - TripAdvisor is proud to partner with Travelocity, Expedia, Booking.com, IHG, BookIt.com, Hotels.com and Priceline so you can book your Holiday Inn Stuttgart reservations with confidence. We help millions of travelers each month to find the perfect hotel for both vacation and business trips, always with the best discounts and special offers. - Also Known As: - Holiday Inn Stuttgart Hotel Stuttgart - Stuttgart Holiday Inn

Many people come to Sunrise Ranch to renew vibrant health and wellbeing. And they come to learn how to assist others to have that experience. We believe in health for the whole person, so we offer holistic programs for all aspects of the human experience – body, mind, emotions and spirit. We know that each aspect affects the others. When there is physical health, the mind is clearer. When there is emotional healing, the physical body experiences greater wellbeing. And when a person’s spirit is renewed, the whole person comes alive. Over many years, the people who visit to Sunrise Ranch have walked away refreshed and renewed. Their health and wellbeing is nourished by what is offered here: - A serene, natural setting - Leading edge programs - Holistic health providers - Whole food, locally grown - A Core Staff committed to health and wellness You can attend a personal retreat, yoga retreat, or hike on one of our trails in the beautiful Rocky Mountain foothills surrounding Sunrise Ranch – this is Colorado at its best! You can relax with time to yourself in our sauna or hot tub, or book a massage. You will be nourished by locally grown foods, served with love. And you can share an Attunement, a gentle, renewing vibrational healing session, or experience a spiritual coaching session. At Sunrise Ranch, you can learn holistic health practices that really make a difference in your life.

A stay at Hospes Palacio de Los Patos places you in the heart of Granada, walking distance from Fuentes de las Batallas and Plaza Bib-Rambla. This 5-star hotel is within close proximity of Plaza de la Trinidad and Alcaiceria. Make yourself at home in one of the 42 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and DVD players. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, and plasma televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and complimentary newspapers. Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages and body treatments. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a sauna and a steam room. Additional amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access, babysitting/childcare, and wedding services. Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar, or stay in and take advantage of 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee. Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet access, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center, conference space, and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Expedia Affiliate Network 24 hour front desk Babysitting/child services (surcharge) Pets not allowed Non-smoking rooms available Get Flight + Hotel

I recently had the pleasure of visiting this very comfortable Hilton which I found to be in a very quiet neighborhood in Amsterdam. Our upgraded room was ready upon our arrival, the view was wonderful I have no negatives to mention at all The tram from Amsterdam Zud is easy to find and the ride into the city was very easy also. I would like to thank the manager for the chocolate eggs on Easter Sunday (nice touch) I would have no hesitations to visit this hotel in the near future. - Official Description (provided by the hotel): - Discover the Hilton Amsterdam hotel, famous for John Lennon and Yoko Ono's 1969 'bed-in for peace.' An ideal base for exploring the city, this Amsterdam, Netherlands hotel boasts easy access to some of the most exclusive shopping streets, traditional cafes and famous local attractions. Take advantage of the hotel's proximity to Amsterdam's main business district. Host your conference or executive meeting in one of 21 versatile meeting rooms and relax while professional planners take care of the details. Stay productive with modern equipment in the business center and enjoy WiFi throughout the hotel. Unwind in a spacious and contemporary guest room or upgrade to an Executive room and enjoy exclusive access to the stylish Executive Lounge, offering complimentary refreshments and a 360-degree view across Amsterdam's spectacular skyline. Relax with a massage in this Amsterdam hotel's health club featuring a sauna, steam room, whirlpool, and solarium. Re-energize in the fitness center with the latest modern equipment. Admire stunning views of Amsterdam's renowned canals and unwind with a local beer in Half Moon Lounge, with style based on designs by Ralph Lauren. Enjoy elegance and experience while dining on innovative Italian cuisine in the award-winning Roberto's Restaurant. ... more less - Reservation Options: - TripAdvisor is proud to partner with Hilton EMEA, Orbitz, Expedia, Agoda, Cheap Tickets, Hotels.com, Despegar.com, EasyToBook, Booking.com and TripOnline SA so you can book your Hilton Amsterdam reservations with confidence. We help millions of travelers each month to find the perfect hotel for both vacation and business trips, always with the best discounts and special offers. - Also Known As: - Hilton Amsterdam Hotel Amsterdam - Hilton International Amsterdam - Amsterdam Hilton International

Woodbridge is the preeminent historic luxury accommodation in Tasmania, offering personalised boutique accommodation near Hobart in a superbly restored, 1825 convict-built riverfront mansion, Tasmania’s only member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World. A seamless blend of grand history and modern amenity, Woodbridge welcomes guests with its relaxed charm and easy comfort. Described by a guest as “like being given the keys to a friend’s country mansion”, Woodbridge is less a hotel, and more an experience of warm country hospitality. At Woodbridge you will step back in time, return to a gentler pace. Do as much or as little as you wish in an easy rhythm of yesteryear, where activity and relaxation is interspersed with the most social of all activities – food and wine. Once referred to as ‘The Grand Old Dame by the River’, Woodbridge boasts 39 rooms, but hosts a maximum of only 16 guests in only 8 suites and rooms, so your privacy and peaceful enjoyment is assured. Woodbridge sits on the banks of the beautiful Derwent River and the river features in so many activities – walking, kayaking, rafting, swimming and fishing. The property is located in the Derwent Valley, Tasmania’s renowned gourmet food bowl. Premier wineries and farm gate producers are popular excursions in most guests’ itineraries. The Guest Rooms have queen or twin beds, and most en suites have a bath/shower combination. Because this is an historic building, not a purpose built ‘box, each room has its own unique character. Upstairs rooms have higher ceilings, and downstairs rooms have the intrigue of lower ceilings and stonewalled corridors. All rooms are in the original Mansion and some also have a private exit opening directly onto the garden terrace. Room amenities include a minibar with tea, coffee and complimentary soft-drinks, complimentary internet access, DVDs and library and complimentary off-street parking. All rooms offer river views and include the use of all facilities such as bikes, kayaks and the sauna/hot tub. Suites have a sitting room and large bedroom with King Bed and spa-bath/shower bathroom. Because this is an historic building, not a purpose built ‘box, each suite has its own unique character. Suite amenities include a minibar with tea, coffee and complimentary soft-drinks, complimentary internet access, DVDs and library and complimentary off-street parking. All suites offer river views and include the use of all facilities such as bikes, kayaks and the sauna/hot tub. Dining is set in the colonial splendour of The Pavilion and is always a delightful experience. The Pavilion is not open to the public. It is a private dining room and reservations are essential. Please be aware the dining experience may not be available without a prior reservation. The Pavilion’s style is relaxed and unpretentious, but the service is personal and complete. Chefs Celia and Liam create sophisticated menus which feature local fresh fruits and vegetables in season. The Derwent Valley is breath-taking beautiful, with constantly changing vistas along winding country roads and meandering walking tracks. Wilderness areas are close by as are Russell Falls, Mt Field National Park and the Styx Valley old growth forests which are the home of the tallest hardwoods in the world. All guests enjoy complimentary use of all facilities, including bikes, kayaks and the sauna/hot tub Currently we do not have any sample itineraries of custom tours to this destination. Click here to contact us and we would be happy to discuss possibilities Stay in the know: Subscribe to our newsletter to have our hand-picked trips & specials delivered to you! Please enter a destination

Buildings designed by Mario Botta feel like sacred spaces, says Dominic Bradbury The 21st-century spa is an increasingly sophisticated and alluring proposition. Gone are the days when a hotel could drop in a hot tub and a sauna and call it a spa. Now the hotel industry is in the midst of spa wars, lining up armies of big-name architects to design a host of extraordinary pleasure domes. Chief among the super spas is the new Tschuggen Bergoase in Arosa, Switzerland, designed by Mario Botta – the latest in a series of serene, contemplative and monumental spaces by the Swiss master architect. As well as restoring La Scala opera house in Milan, Botta is best known for a powerful collection of sacred spaces: chapels, synagogues and cathedrals. His work often uses traditional materials – especially stone and brick – but weaves them into spectacular contemporary forms. These are complex geometric compositions, sometimes giant cylinders and towering drums, as at Évry Cathedral in France or the Synagogue Cymbalista in Tel Aviv. Botta's most successful work feels like a bridge between ancient and modern. He once worked with Le Corbusier and the post-war pioneer Louis Kahn and uses modernist tools and concrete-cored structures. But coating his buildings in stone, with an eye for detailing and traditional masonry techniques, he gives his churches a profound sense of solidity and monumentality that seems to belong to another age. Above all, there is the sweeping Chapel of St Mary of the Angels, a sinuous and sculptural stone-clad labyrinth perched 1,500 metres up on a mountain side at Monte Tamaro in Switzerland which neatly embodies Botta's ambition of "modernising the ancient". Botta's work has often been labelled "minimalist", although that worn-out word fails to capture the rich texture and artistic fluidity of his buildings. There is certainly a kind of simplicity to Botta's work, a hunt for serenity and the purposeful omission of superfluous distractions in the name of creating places of silence, spirituality and presence. These are pared-down hymns to a higher level of beauty, with a strong sense of context and place, that have increasingly attracted global attention and world-wide commissions, including the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art and the soon to be finished Bechtler Art Museum in North Carolina. Now Botta has completed a different kind of serene space and his very first spa. The vast £15 million Tschuggen Bergoase Spa, which opens at the beginning of next month, is carved into a mountain 1,800 metres above sea level and runs over four floors and 3,500 square metres. The main building blocks could be described as local granite, water and light, plus some maple wood and glass, with an emphasis on nature and meditative calm. "A spa is very much like a sacred space," says Botta. "Many elements of the Bergoase have been inspired by my past work and simplicity is essential in a spa environment to cultivate the body and the spirit. Working with nature is very much a characteristic of my work; I draw upon natural elements for inspiration. The Bergoase uses elements such as the snow, water and the mountains which play such an important part of daily life in alpine Switzerland." The Bergoase Spa is next to the five-star Tschuggen Grand Hotel, close to the ski slopes. Hotel and spa are linked by a glass bridge that carries guests into the building through a second-floor reception area. The architecture mixes an open-plan design – where you can see down onto all four floors from the uppermost level – and private treatment spaces. Botta softens the space with undulating walls clad in Arosa granite, pushing out into the Spa like buttresses. The building is topped by a series of nine eye-catching "light trees" – sail-like structures that capture natural light and throw it down into the building below. "They allow natural light to transmit through all four levels," says Botta. "At night, they are also magnificently illuminated and shine like beacons. They expose spaces to light that would not otherwise be illuminated. And although the Spa is carved into a mountain, overall it is not a grotto in that it is defined by open spaces with smooth walls. The concept is that of a sanctuary – a place to escape. In that sense, it could be described as a hidden world." The Bergoase Spa joins a pantheon of extraordinary health spa architecture that might include Peter Zumthor's thermal bath spa at Vals, also in Switzerland. The Swiss Alps, not far from Botta's own homeland of Ticino, have always been synonymous with health and soul-saving vitality. Botta and Zumthor also prove that Switzerland's architects – as well as its spas – are now among the best in the world. Their often understated yet powerful style – usually more restrained and less eclectic than that of other Swiss stars such as Herzog and de Meuron – has a real sense of presence and artistry in an architectural era that can sometimes seem more about showmanship and cheap tricks.

How has this hotel rated in the past? - Free High-Speed Internet - Swimming pool - Wheelchair accessibility Photos of Adobe Resort Historical Traveler Reviews Adobe Resort Yachats The best place to stay on the Oregon Coast We stayed at the Overleaf for a night, couldn't get another night as the room we wanted was booked so moved to the Adobe. We couldn't leave. It's fabulous, better than the Overleaf, not as trendy and you don't get the hair conditioner in the bathroom but it's less expensive, closer to the surf action, quieter rooms, the beds are more comfortable and it's convenient because it has a restaurant on site. The food was good. If you get a room with breakfast or dinner included it's an incredible deal. We rented a room with an ocean view on the third floor, a spa room for a night and then back to another ocean view room for three more nights. The spa rooms are newer and the beds a little softer and the spa was nice, a bigger room but if you don't want to spend that much the ocean view rooms on the third floor are wonderful. We loved the Adobe, look forward to going back there soon for at least a week and would highly recommend this place to anyone interested in taking a relaxing break from stress and worry. It's quite romantic too. The Adobe was the highlight of our recent stay in Oregon. The sauna/steamroom was the best conditioned i've ever been in. Living in California I have zero chance of getting a SPECTACULAR ocean view room like we had at The Adobe unless I hit the lotto. Next time we're staying longer. Best Stay of the trip Great place, ideal location,any closer to water and you,d have wet feet.Good food,good service and people, we were going to stay one night, ended up for four. Try and get a gound floor with patio, over looking ocean, if you can afford it get one of the jacuzzi suites. The rooms were great, the location ,well ,as good as it gets, nice place to relax, then fall sleep with the waves crashing. By the way, while there we looked at the other hotels in town,tho some say they like the Overleaf I think it pales to the older Adobe. we stayed her for our anniversary jan 8-9 and we could not have been happier!! The veiws, the food, the mighty waves, everything was fantastic! the best part was the evening in the lounge where the live entertainment and good company kept us up late while the storm raged outside. the room was good and the jacuzzi was awesome. we would love to come back again !!! Our favorite place on the Oregon Coast The most romantic place to stay. Wonderful in-room jacuzzi, wonderful ocean view, wonderful Sunday Brunch. Nothing beats soaking in the tub with bubbles, candles and the ocean crashing against the rocks. We love it and keep coming back. The "WONERFUL" Adobe It is simply the best spot on the whole Oregon coast to spend fun, love and viewing filled times & pleasures with family and/or friends. We give them a 9 on my scale of 1-10, and we've been up and down this coast. Myke & Carol Crowe. Stayed for a Week Great package deal included breakfast. I thought I was getting a room, but got a suite with 2 tv's, washer/dryer and completely furnished kitchen. Walked on 804 trail right outside and watched stormy seas while eating breakfast. The food is ok, but the view makes up for any shortcomings. The help is friendly and service is great. Just a warning, the buzzer that sounds when the room doors unlock can be heard up and down the hall during the rush (check in) hours so don't try to take a nap! Absolutely awesome sunsets, surf, and private beach...watched whales and seals offshore two afternoons. Wonderful dining room and spectacular sunsets. Tidepools to wander - saw starfish, sea anenomes, etc. Enjoyed searching through the agates on the beach in front of the resort. Very romantic setting, all the amenities, and the best of the Oregon coast! If you can picture sitting in a large jetted tub with your wife, candles glowing and the pacific ocean crashing against the rocks just yards away, then you have found the right place. We loved it and will spend future anniverseries here. Luxury Cliff Dwelling on the Pacific The Adobe seems pleasant enough from the Coast Road, but the rooms are spacious, inviting and well equipped. The two fantastic aspects are the the views! The views are Interactive! Many waves crash on the cliffs outside the room and restaurant windows with such force as to spray observers with salty mist. Leave the window open a crack at night and luxuriate on the soothing sounds of waves flowing, crashing and ebbing as gulls and eagles call across the centuries to other adventurous souls who have passed that way before. Then wake to the smell of rich coffee and sumptuous waffles wafting up from the five star restaurant-with-a-view below. You won't want to leave. I know we wanted to stay indefinitely! Treat yourself to romance with someone you love. TripAdvisor Reviews Adobe Resort Yachats Travel Blogs from Yachats ... world's smallest harbour' at Depoe Bay. It's also supposedly a great place for whale watching but we didn't see any, although you're less likely to at this time of year. In no time at all we'd made it over the summit of Cape Foulweather, which thankfully was not foul at all. The Otter Creek route provided a gorgeous little break from the traffic of 101 - you only realise how accustomed you've become to the ... ... woman. Oh hey, one of the young kids - the 8 year-old with the mohawk that likes to rap at 7:00am - just walked through our campsite, right past me. Perfect timing! Aw well. They have five ill-behaved kids, I don't. Cold again this morning. I think that Cape Perpetua will be a nice place to hike. It's the highest point on the Oregon Coast and should be well above the fog. Last full day in Yachats. I think I can speak for us all when I say that Eugene is looking mighty ... ... to sound like a broken record, but the further west and north we have traveled, the prettier it has been. Not a great deal of civilization out here. Highway 101 is one of the busiest roads in the state and not a huge amount of opportunity for employment noticeable. It seems as people tend to survive with less out here—maybe the landscape and ocean is enough! Everybody says hello and ... ... a living room / kitchen upstairs and a bedroom downstairs. Set just off the main road in a wooded area that led down to the beach. So we had some nice sunset pictures and the beach to ourselves. Explored some rockpools and found some rocks covered with mussels and shellfish. We probably had 2 square miles of beach to ourselves that evening. We made the quick drive up the coast to Florence, Oregon, and to Martha’s house on Saturday. We were both extremely excited for this visit and had been anxiously awaiting to see Gabe’s sister and nephew since the onset of our trip. We finally arrived and knocked on the door, here we are! We entered her beautiful home and were instantly surrounded by hugs. It felt so good to be there. The way Martha had decorated the house completely matched her personality and was ...

Hide Property Details Description from the manager - 2 bedrooms - 1 bathrooms - Sleeps 6 Type: Apt. / CondoParc de la Bigeonniere LS78 - St Jean de Monts Description from the manager This second floor apartment is situated in a residence of 80 apartments with a shared non heated swimming pool in the centre of St Jean de Monts in the Vendee. It is 1.5 km to the beach of St jean de Monts. Accommodation and facilities The residence is situated in the centre of the old town of St Jean de Monts, close to the market and shops. The living area has a dining table and chairs, a small TV and a sideboard. There is a balcony with garden furniture. The kitchen has a sink, a fridge, 3 hot plates, a mini oven, a micro wave and copboards. The bedroom has a double bed, a chest of drawers and bed side tables with lamps. There is a mezzanine ...Read more About the manager About the manager Wake Up In France Holiday Vendee Wake Up In France Holiday Vendee Response rate 85% Response time Within a day Calendar updated 2 months ago Overall rating3.8 / 5.0 based on 228 reviews and 340 properties Parc de la Bigeonniere LS78 - St Jean de Monts Vendee, Western Loire, France Additional Location Information The climate is wonderful with over 200 days of sunshine and over 2,500 hours of sun. Even from early spring and late autumn the weather is very mild and has warm breezes. The new town by the sea with its esplanade and cafes, is separated from the old town by wooded dunes and a vast forest of pine trees. In the evening, you can enjoy wandering along the esplanade and the lively Avenue de la Mer, the pedestrian road leading to the beach. During the summer season St Jean has everything you would expect of a bustling beach town with many things to do and see. In the old town, the Church of St Jean Baptiste has been rebuilt in local style with exotic wood on its bell tower. The "Forêt domaniale" has over 750 hectares of maritime pines, acacias, green oak trees planted by Napoleon III, crisscrossed by many footpaths and cycle paths. You can also visit the forest on horse back, and you will even find an Adventure park through the trees. Several concerts and shows are organised during each summer, and there are many art exhibitions in the Palais des Congres. The town offers many restaurants where you will discover the specialities of Vendee , such as the « Mogettes » - beans served with famous braised ham of Vendee- an archetypal meal of Vendee! You will have the choice between oysters from Bouin, Beauvoir or Noirmoutier, scampis, crabs, shrimps and whelks that are daily fished offshore, or even « pignons » (little shells that you can yourselves collect in the sand on the beach). Enjoy the sardines from St Gilles Croix de Vie, the sole and the bass, without forgetting the « civelle » (a young eel). Frog legs and grilled eels are part of the most ancient and famous dishes of the marshes. Do not miss the â��briocheâ�� of Vendee, and the traditional desserts like the custard tart of the marshes (flan vendeen), or the â��Caillebottesâ�� cow cottage cheese to eat cool with sugar or honey. Going South from Saint Jean you can visit Saint Gilles Croix de Vie, a boating centre as well as a great, sandy, seaside resort, full of interesting shops and markets in a pedestrian area. Beaches. Saint Jean de Monts is flanked by 8 kilometres of beautiful long, fine sandy beaches with excellent water quality. St Jean de Monts has a â��blue flagâ�� award for its sea water. The beach is accessible to everyone, it shelves very gently and the waves are small. Plage des Demoiselles : the most southerly beach between Saint Jean de Monts and Saint Hilaire de Riez (1 lifeguard post). La Grande Plage : bordered, in part by the esplanade and in part by cycle tracks (2 lifeguard posts). Plage de la Base Nautique : behind the landing stage (1 lifeguard post). Plage du Golf : animals permitted (1 lifeguard post). Plage de la Davière : animals permitted. Plage de la Parée du Jonc : animaux permitted (1 lifeguard post). Plage des Tonnelles : animals permitted (1 lifeguard post). Plage du Pont d'Yeu : animals permitted. This beach is very well known for shell-fish gathering during big tides. Please note that this activity is strictly regulated and can be dangerous without good local knowledge. Markets - Local market days are as follows:. Marché Jean Yole at Place Jean Yole. There is a food market throughout the year on Wednesday and Saturday mornings and daily between 3rd April and 29th September. Other (non-food) stalls are at the market on Wednesday and Saturday mornings, throughout the year. Marché de la Plage (covered) at Avenue des Demoiselles. There is a food market every morning from the end of June to the beginning of September. Marché Plage des Demoiselles at Avenue de la Plage. There is a food and non-food market on Monday and Thursday mornings from 1st July to 30th August. Golf: Set on the sea shore, the sandy ground means the course can be played all year round, regardless of the weather. A technically difficult course, in a natural setting, there are many obstacles to challenge. Wedged between the forest and the shoreline, it has a very natural, peaceful feel which allows players to focus on their game without distraction. The club house is open throughout the year and comprises a pro-shop, bar, brasserie, and restaurant. Cycling: It is a popular activity, to be enjoyed by all the family. The flat terrain of the Vendee coast lends itself particularly well to family exploration and there are some 26km of safe tracks, reserved exclusively for cyclists around St Jean de Monts alone. Look a little further afield and there are 140km of cycle tracks along the Vendee coast and around the islands. Cycling is a great way to explore the region and a good way to avoid the traffic and the high season scramble for parking by the beach. More relaxing all round! If, however, you are not confident on two wheels, there are always the â��Rosalieâ�� bikes for a fun ride along the esplanade with the whole family peddling together Water sports. St Jean de Monts is an ideal location for a whole range of water sports, whether you are an expert or simply wish to learn a new skill or try a new activity. â��La Base Nautiqueâ��, water sports centre in St Jean de Monts is where it all happens. There is a wide range of sports available including dinghy and catamaran sailing, surfing, windsurfing, kite surfing, sand yachting and canoeing. If you are already competent and just wish to hire the necessary equipment, catamarans, windsurfs and kayaks can be hired at an hourly rate. For beginners or people wishing to develop their skills there are individual and group lessons or courses. All sailing courses are run by fully qualified instructors according to French Sailing Federation (FFV) guidelines. Group sizes and age restrictions vary according to the individual sports. For a real taste of adventure, the sailing centre has a new fleet of Trimaran Magnum 21s in which they organise outings either along the coast (2 hours) or out to the islands (6 hours). You can go alone or with the family. For the inshore outings children from 3 years old under adult supervision are permitted but for the island trips children must be at least 6 years old and be used to sailing on the sea. There is one instructor to every 2 trimarans. La Parée Jesus: A low tech theme park in the forest makes a great day out for all the family. 'Arbre et Aventureâ��, a high level adventure circuit in the trees (rather like â��Go Apeâ�� in the UK) takes 2h30 to get round and offers all kinds of thrills with tarzan swings, wobbly bridges, walkways and the MEGA XXXL, 350m zipwire, all with great views over the forest to the sea. Open daily during school holidays and Wednesdays and weekend at other times. Orienteering Circuit: with the help of a detailed map you can set off â��en familleâ��, in search of 22 hidden clues. Take your time to look at the countryside around you. The clues are everywhere, round the tennis courts, by the archery, in the tree-top adventure parcâ�¦ Circuit starts from the tennis court and archery car park. Géocaching: a real 21st century treasure hunt. The principle is really simple: you pick up the GPS co-ordinates of the hidden treasure from the tourist office. Armed with your GPS, follow the co-ordinates to get you to the location where youâ��re your instincts take over to find the cache. Where could it be? Behind a wall, in a tree trunk etcâ�¦? The treasure is hidden in a small sealed box. Inside is a booklet, for you to leave your comments but also objects to swap so donâ��t forget to bring something to replace what you take (a pen, a key ring, something small). For more information, contact the St Jean de Monts Tourist Office. GPS walks/cycling: A great new way to explore the area either on foot or by bike. GPS can be hired from St Jean de Monts Tourist Office. Jogging: A pleasant circuit of 5 kilometres, with no hills, has been set out between the forest and the dunes, with distance markings along the way. Barefoot walking (next to the â��Arbre et Aventureâ�� centre). A circuit to wake up your feet! This is a short pathway which you complete barefooted and blindfolded. Will you recognise what you are walking on? Beware there are some steep drops! Donâ��t forget to collect your guide book so that when you complete the circuit you can check out the things you couldnâ��t identify on the way round. Free of Charge. Archery: In the peaceful setting of the pine forest, you can experience the fun of archery. Under the supervision of a qualified instructor, you can shoot arrows from 5m to 25m depending on your level of expertise. Archery is a family activity accessible to anyone aged 6 years old and over, either for an individual session (from 6 years old) or for a week-long course (from 9 years old). Equipment provided. Open Monday â�� Friday during Easter holidays and the summer season. Group bookings (in advance) possible (min 6 people) out of season. Mini Golf: There are two to choose from, either Mini Golf du Marais, with two 18 hole courses in an area of 1800m² Or Mini Golf Loisirs des Marines, an 18 hole mini-golf in shaded parc. Mini F1 track for children, at Orouet. Océabul Aquatic Centre: a new swimming complex designed for sport and leisure. There is a 25m pool with lanes for serious swimmers, a fitness/spa pool (150m²) with counter currents, a bubble bench, a swans neck, indoor relaxation areas and an open-air sun terrace. There is a leisure pool with a childrenâ��s lagoon. As well as swimming facilities, there is a well-being area with sauna, steam room and various treatments available (for an extra charge). Hippodrome de lâ��Atlantique: Horses have for a long time been part of life in St Jean de Monts with the first races dating back to 1904, when they took place on the beach. Today most events take place at the hippodrome which is set in the forest with wonderful views over the sea to Ile dâ��Yeu. Every Sunday from mid-July to late August races and other events are organised here from 16h. Every September there is the â��Cavalâ��Océaneâ��, an equestrian spectacle, which takes place on the beach. Horse Riding: there are 5 circuits specially designed to give you a taste of the flora and fauna of the region. Some are in the forest, some on the beach or the marais. There are several hores riding centres around St Jean with qualified instructors who offer lessons or excursions on horse back tailored to your level of ability. Walking: There are no less than 23 marked footpaths which take in forest, seaside, dunes and marshlands and are a great way to explore the area. You are free to explore independently or if you prefer, accompanied walks with a commentary are organised by the tourist office. Relaxation and Well-being: The Thermes Marines, Franceâ��s number 1 Thalassotherapy centre is conveniently located in St Jean de Monts. It boasts one of the largest heated sea-water pools (34°) and offers a wide programme of treatments including back therapy, rheumatology, slimming and cellulite, post natal therapy and all the beauty treatments. As well as the relaxation centre you can use the fitness centre, pool, sauna and steam rooms.

I'm a 300 pound fatty and I just walked 4 miles at the gym. The treadmill weight limit was 400 pounds, so it held me. I got stuck in the hip flex machine and had to be extricated by 2 skinny women. I have decided to get into shape and if I'm still miserable and dateless and lonely, I will kill myself. But I'm going to try to get healthy. Good for you, OP. You gotta start somewhere. OP don't worry about it. it's never the journey you start but the one you finish. you will feel really empowered when you can walk that bit faster, farther and get stronger. see it as an investment in yourself and future. i always picture being naked in front of a really hot guy and imagine myself as buff and hot.. (it's my goal..) when i am running km's on the treadmill and fantasising about kfc. Gabba Gabba we accept you we accept you one of us!!! Congratulations! Keep us posted on your progress. You can be an inspiration to the rest of us. good for you. my 300 pound woman friend lost down to a size 10 by walking. she walked everyday rain or shine or snow. good for her. and good for you. you can do it just set your automatic pilot to do it and don't talk yourself out of it. Good luck OP. And if you are a guy, keep some meat on those bones. Rock on, OP. I admire you. Good luck, OP! I'm rooting for you. Post a headless pic so we can judge/ criticize/ degrade/ motivate you. Leave plenty of room for decor in the pic! Good for you OP, but but your statement about about killing yourself if dateless and lonely is hopefully just for dramatic effect, because being thin doesn't necessarily mean finding love either. Do it for yourself first and foremost. OP, soon people will assume you're a mindless slut! That's when you should take up chewing gum. mouth open. While I feel for the fat OP, all these positive, encouraging, helpful replies are just wrong. Hey Fatty Fatty Fat FatOP, eat that box of Mallomars you've got under your bed. The Cheetos are in the mail. Don't throw out your fat pants. There, fixed that for you. See it as an investment in yourself and the future? "I have decided to get into shape and if I'm still miserable and dateless and lonely, I will kill myself." Get help, OP. Good for you and don't get discouraged. I know a guy who was 350 and is now down to 190 and he looks...AMAAAZING!!! It's really improved his health and social life. Go for it, OP! And don't forget to keep us posted. Why not try walking TO the gym? (and everywhere else) you disgust me Good luck, OP! [quote]I got stuck in the hip flex machine and had to be extricated by 2 skinny women. This never happened. OP = Chris Christie ? In addition to exercise make sure you eat less. Much less. Try weight watchers for guidance. OP, I started at 305 a year ago and have lost 75 lbs. You can do it. You need to count calories to lose. Exercise helps, but it's really the calories that make the difference. Even though I'm a skinny twink, I certainly have respect for fat people who start exercising and make a serious effort to get leaner and healthier. You know the old expression, OP, a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. OP, I started at 500 pounds last March and now I'm down to 140 thanks to several mini-trampolines, walking, walnuts, kale, seaweed chips, and stabilized cow vomit. This September, I donated my extra skin to poor Peruvian burn victims with bowel cancer. It's part of my 'Skin Of Many Coloureds' awareness campaign. I'm raising funds. You should contribute. You get a hat. Also good news for the OP is the report that Hostess will be shutting down it's production of Twinkies and Suzy-Qs. You'll be ready for bikini weather by next spring, OP! With Hostess out of business, there's one less temptation. good luck, Elayne OP, how I lost was to remind myself that I knew what all the stuff I loved tasted like. I love sugar and so each time I was tempted to get something sugary, I just stopped for a moment and thought about how I knew exactly what it already tasted like. I had a good run with food for 20 years. Food is great. It tastes great and it's comforting sometimes. But if you really want to be healthy, you have to remind yourself that food is also fuel. When you take in too much fuel, your body doesn't burn it and you get fat. Take in just the right amount and it will burn off the excess fuel you already have. And I do allow myself a treat or two on the weekends. If you deprive yourself totally, you will fail. Get some books on Mindfulness and teach yourself how to change your thinking about food. "Savor" is a good book about this subject. Why do you let yourself get so grotesque? Didn't you notice you were fat 150 pounds ago? r29 - thank you for sharing that. It is really good and valuable advice. r30 - thanks too. OP - CONGRATULATIONS! That walk to the gym was the first step. You are already doing really well. You have inspired me and who knows how many read your post (a LOT). You are doing great and I am taking inspiration from you. Please check in with us when you can. So what happens if you weight train put on muscle with no walking / cardio? Will the fat ever burn away. I seriously hate cardio. I was going to post something semi-affirming to the OP, then I read r25, laughed my ass off and forgot what I was going to say. This is probably because I am a cunt at heart. [quote]You need to count calories to lose. Sorry, but no. You need to really watch the carbs. Calorie counting has been debunked a million times. Carbs will make you hungry, which leads to overeating. That's not to say you cut out all carbs. OP, cut out the bread. Trust me, it will work. Bread is used in food, whether it's breaded, mixed with bread, or served on a bun. Bread is a big culprit in obesity, BUT you have to cut out the snacking. If you can manage that, bread is the other big one to avoid. You can absolutely do this. A big thing you need to do is take the enjoyment out of eating. Don't eat in front of the television. Enjoyment from tv gets mixed with eating. You start linking the two together psychologically. Carbs boost serotonin, so you get a really good feeling when you eat them. This helps if you're depressed. This is another reason why people pig out on them. You need to find new foods to enjoy -- alternatives to the abundance of carbs. You have to watch what you drink as well. You should take Metamucil (the powder) if your digestive habits go out of whack. This happens whenever you change your diet. About exercise -- if going to a gym and walking for miles starring at a wall gets boring (which it does, and is a reason why people stop going), start taking walks. I don't know what your situation is, but a psychiatrist, not a therapist, could be a good thing to look into. You sound depressed, which is probably the reason for your weight to begin with. can I smell your hole now? R20, I did too get stuck in the machine. It was easy to flop down at an angle into the hip machine, but I could not fight gravity to get myself back up. Each woman pulled one side of the machine/weights back so I could get up. we all laughed. Good for you OP!!!! Seriously NEVER GIVE UP! My first day in the Gym 15 years ago at 220lbs, I got on the treadmill next to a 70 year old lady and after 1 minute I could no longer keep up and she was running like crazy. And listen to all the good advice about diet. OP keep at it :) You'll have a whole new body. Don't be ashamed of going to the gym-all of us at 1 time started at the gym with a body we didn't like, whether it was too thin or fat. Just keep up your work outs and change your diet and you will get plenty of dates, but remember your personality is important too. Start saving your pennies because once you have the weight off, you'll have a ton of nasty droopy excess skin that will make you look worse than just being fat. You'll need surgery to get rid of it. I love OP and R25. What a mixed message. OP, just keep doing what you are doing. [quote]Why not try walking TO the gym? This is what I have been doing for 2 years and I love it. I walk 3 miles to my gym. When I get there I shower, then hit the steam room, then shower, then hit the hot tub, shower, then dry off in the sauna. My job is 3 blocks away. It gets me up in the morning, it's my favorite part of the day. And, I lost 15 pounds and have kept it off. It's the Weekly Fatty Thread Um r35 my 75 lbs lost just by counting calories says otherwise. Yes, cutting down on carbs helps, but calories in, calories out works. Sorry that you don't believe it. Your turds will get smaller too, OP. OP, this child probably doesn't have ass cancer so he probably won't get any of my skin. He does, however, wear the exact hat that can be yours for only $125! Better to try and fail than to not try and be assured of failure. God, this thread is like frau nirvana. You sound really fat, OP. Walk every day, don't think about it, just do it, make it a habit. Diets suck, look at Dr. Gott's no sugar no flour diet. Not real fast but you don't suffer. does your ass crack get all lathered up? Op, good for you sugar! :) I mean good that you have the will to try! You can improve yourself in many ways either you manage to lose weight or not. I did have to apply Vaseline to my inner thighs when I got homee b/c I had raw skin from the walking friction. Keep going OP! The most important thing is that you want to improve your health. If you have a reason, you will make the steady effort. I advise to learn more about nutrition. Become informed about what you put in your body. If you can't visit a nutritionist, read a book like The South Beach Diet. It teaches what foods raise the glycemic index. Bill Clinton learned to manage his eating using South Beach. Best of luck. Bill Clinton has the "former fatty" look. I started out at almost 275 pounds (5'11") just about a year ago. Diabetic. I fired up the long dormant treadmill sitting in the corner of the living room and was determined to get this weight down. I passed the one year anniversary on Nov 1 and even though I haven't weighed myself and probably won't, I know I have lost a considerable amount of weight in that year. I can fit into pants that I was considering giving to charity. I feel so good about myself now. I also changed my diet and was able to give up entirely the two worst things I have ever put into my mouth: potato chips and ice cream. I also cut way back on any type of cake and white bread. I walk at least a half hour a day at varying speeds. I tried watching TV, but I found that the best thing, for me, is to listen to music as I'm treading on the mill. I did not use the mill maybe 15 days for various reasons. It has become a part of my daily routine. You can do it too, OP. Take it one tread at a time and don't let yourself get discouraged. You may not realize it, but that weight is coming off slowly but surely. Hang on in there. Please, Please, PLEASE do not cut your fat intake to the point where you screw up your gall bladder. I did that. It was the worst pain in my life. My dr wanted to remove it but another dr said if I resumed eating normally, it would probably get back to functioning normally. He was right. 15 years later and my gall bladder is fine. 434 lbs in April 2011. Diet, trainer,gym,and gastric bypass. 18 1/2 months later, 171 lbs now- lost 260+ lbs...- still at the gym-going now in fact- and did have the body lift surgery 4 months ago. They removed 22 lbs of skin and fat, and the recovery process took 6 weeks and was pure hell. Pain like no other, drainage tubes for 17 days, no sleep, too many pain meds, but in the end was worth it. Plastic surgeon wants to do more- my tits and ass- but would rather die. Just turned 53 btw, and look forward to another 53....to all those contemplating gastric bypass, do not think twice- GO FOR IT......... I watched some doctor on the Dr. Oz show (I know) and he basically said that exercise has no real benefit if you work at a job where you sit more than 8 hours per day. He went on to say that if you indeed do have such a job, you might as well be smoking a pack of cigarettes per day, because it is just as if not more, harmful. He made we want to give up on everything. I wish I had never seen that episode. What were you doing in the hip flex machine? Be honest. Good for you! Dr Oz is in the business of manufactured outrage. Yeah it's not great to be sedentary, but the solution is get up and walk around every hour or so. some offices now have treadmills you can walk on while working. r68, fuck that guy. I have a desk job, but I get up at least once an hour to get tea or go to the bathroom. I think getting an hour of exercise a day and eating mostly fresh foods (non-processed) is the best approach. OP, let me know when you get down to 250 and I'll tap that ass. [quote]With Hostess out of business, there's one less temptation. Not so fast . . . OP bless you and best of luck!. Remember to dribk between 80-90 ounces of water every day, and get rid of starches. Lots of fiber. The other thing you might want to try is getting yourself some free weights. Start with the 7 pounders. Building muscle will help you burn fat, and you can do your weights while you watch TV. Hit and run OP = troll? Fatty Op, i want to rub your belly. OP, if your thighs are getting chafed, wear nylons or long underwear or bicycle shorts underneath your clothes. Nylons work really well for that. Go to a diet website, find out how much fat, protein, carbs, etc you are supposed to eat per day for your age and weight and try to get as close to that as you can. At the weight you are, it will take some time to lose it all and you can't go for months on end being malnourished or your hair will fall out and your nails will break. Former fatty, learned the hard way, now keeps track of everything I eat. OP I bet you already have awesome calves! if you have access to a pool you may want to try out some exercises in the water to spare your joints. and for that same reason riding a bike I think is better than running on a treadmill Dr. Oz has people on the show who are total wackjobs. I know a guy who has a completely unrelated liberal arts degree who has been on the show numerous times dispensing borderline medical advice! He has ZERO EDUCATION in any of the subjects he opines about! He's one of those people who yearns to be a celebrity, and because he is incredibly Eve Harrington-esque has gotten himself into that tv inner sanctum. Dr. Oz should have his head examined for having unlicensed, and phony experts dishing out quasi medical advice. Don't believe that utter bullshit. Best of luck to you OP! Go for it! I once weighed 350 and I am down to 225 at the moment and plan on losing 40 more if possible (I'm 5'11"). I've had a lot of luck with cutting out starches, flour, sugar, HFCS, etc. I do indulge, but have learned how to cut down on my cravings and not indulge so much. Just keep going! There were days when I thought I'd never get below 300, and then it happened. Thought I'd never get below 250, and it finally happened. Patience, good nutrition, and making an effort have all paid off, and they will pay off for you! [quote]I did have to apply Vaseline to my inner thighs when I got homee b/c I had raw skin from the walking friction. I apply Vaseline between my toes to keep from getting blisters. I also carry it when backpacking along with cotton balls. It makes a great emergency fire starter. OP, good for you. You have to take the long view. Like 2 or 3 years. THAT'S what you plan for. Think of it as getting a degree - a Degree in Hotness. This way you can also start saving money toward a new wardrobe. Don't spend too much of the wardrobe along the way - unless you have money to burn. Maybe even give yourself a wonderful goal as a present. In 3 years I will give myself a gift of a vacation to DREAM LOCATION. You will look fabulous and want to show yourself off, you will have the energy to walk around and do things, and no one there will know that you were once fat. This will be a tremendous ego boost. Good luck. You CAN do this. Aaw. Good luck OP. In the meantime perhaps you can cruise a specialty dating site dedicated to chubby chasers. Some people look to your eyes and soul and don't concentrate on weight. There's someone for everyone.

ORTHO EVRA - norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol patch, extended release Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceutical, Inc. Patients should be counseled that this product does not protect against HIV infection (AIDS) and other sexually transmitted diseases. ORTHO EVRA® is a combination transdermal contraceptive patch with a contact surface area of 20 cm2. It contains 6.00 mg norelgestromin (NGMN) and 0.75 mg ethinyl estradiol (EE). Systemic exposures (as measured by area under the curve [AUC] and steady state concentration [Css]) of NGMN and EE during use of ORTHO EVRA® are higher and peak concentrations (Cmax) are lower than those produced by an oral contraceptive containing norgestimate 250 mcg / EE 35 mcg. (See BOLDED WARNING; CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY, Transdermal versus Oral Contraceptives). ORTHO EVRA® is a thin, matrix-type transdermal contraceptive patch consisting of three layers. The backing layer is composed of a beige flexible film consisting of a low-density pigmented polyethylene outer layer and a polyester inner layer. It provides structural support and protects the middle adhesive layer from the environment. The middle layer contains polyisobutylene/polybutene adhesive, crospovidone, non-woven polyester fabric and lauryl lactate as inactive components. The active components in this layer are the hormones, norelgestromin and ethinyl estradiol. The third layer is the release liner, which protects the adhesive layer during storage and is removed just prior to application. It is a transparent polyethylene terephthalate (PET) film with a polydimethylsiloxane coating on the side that is in contact with the middle adhesive layer. The outside of the backing layer is heat-stamped "ORTHO EVRA®." The structural formulas of the components are: Molecular weight, norelgestromin: 327.47 Molecular weight, ethinyl estradiol: 296.41 Chemical name for norelgestromin: 18,19-Dinorpregn-4-en-20-yn-3-one, 13-ethyl-17-hydroxy-,3-oxime,(17α) Chemical name for ethinyl estradiol: 19-Norpregna-1,3,5(10)-trien-20-yne-3,17-diol,(17α) Norelgestromin is the active progestin largely responsible for the progestational activity that occurs in women following application of ORTHO EVRA®. Norelgestromin is also the primary active metabolite produced following oral administration of norgestimate (NGM), the progestin component of the oral contraceptive products ORTHO-CYCLEN® and ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN®. Combination oral contraceptives act by suppression of gonadotropins. Although the primary mechanism of this action is inhibition of ovulation, other alterations include changes in the cervical mucus (which increase the difficulty of sperm entry into the uterus) and the endometrium (which reduce the likelihood of implantation). Receptor and human sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) binding studies, as well as studies in animals and humans, have shown that both NGM and NGMN exhibit high progestational activity with minimal intrinsic androgenicity.90–93 Transdermally-administered norelgestromin, in combination with ethinyl estradiol, does not counteract the estrogen-induced increases in SHBG, resulting in lower levels of free testosterone in serum compared to baseline. One clinical trial assessed the return of hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis function post-therapy and found that FSH, LH, and estradiol mean values, though suppressed during therapy, returned to near baseline values during the 6 weeks post therapy. Following a single application of ORTHO EVRA®, both NGMN and EE reach a plateau by approximately 48 hours. Pooled data from the 3 clinical studies have demonstrated that steady state is reached within 2 weeks of application. The mean steady state Css concentrations ranged from 0.305–1.53 ng/mL for NGMN and from 11.2–137 pg/mL for EE. Absorption of NGMN and EE following application of ORTHO EVRA® to the buttock, upper outer arm, abdomen and upper torso (excluding breast) was examined. While absorption from the abdomen was slightly lower than from other sites, absorption from these anatomic sites was considered to be therapeutically equivalent. The mean (%CV) pharmacokinetic parameters Css and AUC0–168 for NGMN and EE following a single buttock application of ORTHO EVRA® are summarized in Table 1. In multiple dose studies, AUC0–168 for NGMN and EE was found to increase over time (Table 1). In a three-cycle study, these pharmacokinetic parameters reached steady state conditions during Cycle 3 (Figures 1 and 2). Upon removal of the patch, serum levels of EE and NGMN reach very low or non-measurable levels within 3 days. |nc = not calculated,| |NGMN||Css (ng/mL)||0.70 (39.4)||0.70 (41.8)||0.80 (28.7)||0.70 (45.3)| |AUC0–168 (ng∙h/mL)||107 (44.2)||105 (43.2)||132 (43.4)||120 (43.9)| |t1/2 (h)||nc||nc||nc||32.1 (40.3)| |EE||Css (pg/mL)||46.4 (38.5)||47.6 (36.4)||59.0 (42.5)||49.6 (54.4)| |AUC0–168 (pg∙h/mL)||6796 (39.3)||7160 (40.4)||10054 (41.8)||8840 (58.6)| |t1/2 (h)||nc||nc||nc||21.0 (43.2)| Figure 1: Mean Serum NGMN Concentrations (ng/mL) in Healthy Female Volunteers Following Application of ORTHO EVRA® on the Buttock for Three Consecutive Cycles (Vertical arrow indicates time of patch removal) Figure 2: Mean Serum EE Concentrations (pg/mL) in Healthy Female Volunteers Following Application of ORTHO EVRA® on the Buttock for Three Consecutive Cycles (Vertical arrow indicates time of patch removal.) The absorption of NGMN and EE following application of ORTHO EVRA® was studied under conditions encountered in a health club (sauna, whirlpool and treadmill) and in a cold water bath. The results indicated that for NGMN there were no significant treatment effects on Css or AUC when compared to normal wear. For EE, increased exposures were observed due to sauna, whirlpool and treadmill. There was no significant effect of cold water on these parameters. Results from a study of consecutive ORTHO EVRA® wear for 7 days and 10 days indicated that serum concentrations of NGMN and EE dropped slightly during the first 6 hours after the patch replacement, and recovered within 12 hours. By Day 10 of patch administration, both NGMN and EE concentrations had decreased by approximately 25% when compared to Day 7 concentrations. Since ORTHO EVRA® is applied transdermally, first-pass metabolism (via the gastrointestinal tract and/or liver) of NGMN and EE that would be expected with oral administration is avoided. Hepatic metabolism of NGMN occurs and metabolites include norgestrel, which is highly bound to SHBG, and various hydroxylated and conjugated metabolites. Ethinyl estradiol is also metabolized to various hydroxylated products and their glucuronide and sulfate conjugates. NGMN and norgestrel (a serum metabolite of NGMN) are highly bound (>97%) to serum proteins. NGMN is bound to albumin and not to SHBG, while norgestrel is bound primarily to SHBG, which limits its biological activity. Ethinyl estradiol is extensively bound to serum albumin and induces an increase in the serum concentrations of SHBG (see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY, Transdermal versus Oral Contraceptives, Table 3). Following removal of patches, the elimination kinetics of NGMN and EE were consistent for all studies with half-life values of approximately 28 hours and 17 hours, respectively. The metabolites of NGMN and EE are eliminated by renal and fecal pathways. The ORTHO EVRA® transdermal patch was designed to deliver EE and NGMN over a seven-day period while oral contraceptives (containing NGM 250 mcg / EE 35 mcg) are administered on a daily basis. Figures 3 and 4 present mean pharmacokinetic (PK) profiles for EE and NGMN following administration of an oral contraceptive (containing NGM 250 mcg / EE 35 mcg) compared to the 7-day transdermal ORTHO EVRA® patch (containing NGMN 6.0 mg / EE 0.75 mg) during cycle 2 in 32 healthy female volunteers. Figure 3: Mean Serum Concentration-Time Profiles of NGMN Following Once-Daily Administration of an Oral Contraceptive for 2 Cycles or Application of ORTHO EVRA® for 2 Cycles to the Buttock in Healthy Female Volunteers. [Oral contraceptive: Cycle 2, Days 15–21, ORTHO EVRA®: Cycle 2, Week 3] Figure 4: Mean Serum Concentration-Time Profiles of EE Following Once-Daily Administration of an Oral Contraceptive for 2 Cycles or Application of ORTHO EVRA® for 2 Cycles to the Buttock in Healthy Female Volunteers. [Oral contraceptive: Cycle 2, Days 15–21, ORTHO EVRA®: Cycle 2, Week 3] Table 2 provides the mean (%CV) for NGMN and EE pharmacokinetic (PK) parameters. |Parameter||ORTHO EVRA®*||ORAL CONTRACEPTIVE†| |Cmax (ng/mL)||1.12 (33.6)||2.16 (25.2)| |AUC0–168 (ng∙h/mL)||145 (36.8)||123 (30.2)§| |Css (ng/mL)||0.888 (36.6)||0.732 (30.2)¶| |Cmax (pg/mL)||97.4 (31.6)||133 (27.7)| |AUC0–168 (pg∙h/mL)||12971 (33.1)||8281(26.9)§| |Css (pg/mL)||80.0 (33.5)||49.3 (26.9)¶| In general, overall exposure for NGMN and EE (AUC and Css) was higher in subjects treated with ORTHO EVRA® for both Cycle 1 and Cycle 2, compared to that for the oral contraceptive, while Cmax values were higher in subjects administered the oral contraceptive. Under steady state conditions, AUC0–168 and Css for EE were approximately 55% and 60% higher, respectively, for the transdermal patch, and the Cmax was about 35% higher for the oral contraceptive, respectively. Inter-subject variability (%CV) for the PK parameters following delivery from ORTHO EVRA® was higher relative to the variability determined from the oral contraceptive. The mean pharmacokinetic profiles are different between the two products and caution should be exercised when making a direct comparison of these PK parameters. In Table 3, percent change in concentrations (%CV) of markers of systemic estrogenic activity (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin [SHBG] and Corticosteroid Binding Globulin [CBG]) from Cycle 1 Day 1 to Cycle 1 Day 22 is presented. Percent change in SHBG concentrations was higher for ORTHO EVRA® users compared to women taking the oral contraceptive; percent change in CBG concentrations was similar for ORTHO EVRA® and oral contraceptive users. Within each group, the absolute values for SHBG were similar for Cycle 1, Day 22 and Cycle 2, Day 22. |Parameter||ORTHO EVRA®||ORAL CONTRACEPTIVE| |(% change from Day 1 to Day 22)||(% change from Day 1 to Day 22)| |SHBG||334 (39.3)||200 (43.2)| |CBG||153 (40.2)||157 (33.4)| The effects of age, body weight, body surface area and race on the pharmacokinetics of NGMN and EE were evaluated in 230 healthy women from nine pharmacokinetic studies of single 7-day applications of ORTHO EVRA®. For both NGMN and EE, increasing age, body weight and body surface area each were associated with slight decreases in Css and AUC values. However, only a small fraction (10–25%) of the overall variability in the pharmacokinetics of NGMN and EE following application of ORTHO EVRA® may be associated with any or all of the above demographic parameters. There was no significant effect of race with respect to Caucasians, Hispanics and Blacks. No formal studies were conducted with ORTHO EVRA® to evaluate the pharmacokinetics, safety, and efficacy in women with renal or hepatic impairment. Steroid hormones may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function (see PRECAUTIONS). In the clinical trials with ORTHO EVRA®, approximately 2% of the cumulative number of patches completely detached. The proportion of subjects with at least 1 patch that completely detached ranged from 2% to 6%, with a reduction from Cycle 1 (6%) to Cycle 13 (2%). For instructions on how to manage detachment of patches, refer to the DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION section. ORTHO EVRA® is indicated for the prevention of pregnancy in women who elect to use a transdermal patch as a method of contraception. The pharmacokinetic profile for the ORTHO EVRA® transdermal patch is different from that of an oral contraceptive. Healthcare professionals should balance the higher estrogen exposure and the possible increased risk of venous thromboembolism with ORTHO EVRA® against the chance of pregnancy if a contraceptive pill is not taken daily. (See BOLDED WARNING; WARNINGS; CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY, Transdermal versus Oral Contraceptives). Like oral contraceptives, ORTHO EVRA® is highly effective if used as recommended in this label. In 3 large clinical trials in North America, Europe and South Africa, 3,330 women (ages 18–45) completed 22,155 cycles of ORTHO EVRA® use, pregnancy rates were approximately 1 per 100 women-years of ORTHO EVRA® use. The racial distribution was 91% Caucasian, 4.9% Black, 1.6% Asian, and 2.4% Other. With respect to weight, 5 of the 15 pregnancies reported with ORTHO EVRA® use were among women with a baseline body weight ≥ 198 lbs. (90kg), which constituted < 3% of the study population. The greater proportion of pregnancies among women at or above 198 lbs. was statistically significant and suggests that ORTHO EVRA® may be less effective in these women. Healthcare professionals who consider ORTHO EVRA® for women at or above 198 lbs. should discuss the patient's individual needs in choosing the most appropriate contraceptive option. Table 4 lists the accidental pregnancy rates for users of various methods of contraception. The efficacy of these contraceptive methods, except sterilization, IUD, and Norplant® depends upon the reliability with which they are used. Correct and consistent use of methods can result in lower failure rates. |% of Women Experiencing an Unintended Pregnancy within the First Year of Use |% of Women Continuing Use at One Year*| |Method||Typical Use†||Perfect Use‡| |Hatcher et al, 1998, Ref. # 1. Emergency Contraceptive Pills: Treatment initiated within 72 hours after unprotected intercourse reduces the risk of pregnancy by at least 75%.§ Lactational Amenorrhea Method: LAM is a highly effective, temporary method of contraception.¶ Source: Trussell J, Contraceptive efficacy. In Hatcher RA, Trussell J, Stewart F, Cates W, Stewart GK, Kowal D, Guest F. Contraceptive Technology: Seventeenth Revised Edition. New York, NY: Irvington Publishers, 1998. |Norplant® and Norplant-2®||0.05||0.05||88| ORTHO EVRA® has not been studied for and is not indicated for use in emergency contraception. ORTHO EVRA® should not be used in women who currently have the following conditions: Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects from hormonal contraceptive use. This risk increases with age and with heavy smoking (15 or more cigarettes per day) and is quite marked in women over 35 years of age. Women who use hormonal contraceptives, including ORTHO EVRA®, should be strongly advised not to smoke. The pharmacokinetic (PK) profile for the ORTHO EVRA® patch is different from the PK profile for oral contraceptives in that it has higher steady state concentrations and lower peak concentrations. AUC and average concentration at steady state for ethinyl estradiol (EE) are approximately 60% higher in women using ORTHO EVRA® compared with women using an oral contraceptive containing EE 35 mcg. In contrast, peak concentrations for EE are approximately 25% lower in women using ORTHO EVRA®. Inter-subject variability results in increased exposure to EE in some women using either ORTHO EVRA® or oral contraceptives. However, inter-subject variability in women using ORTHO EVRA® is higher. It is not known whether there are changes in the risk of serious adverse events based on the differences in pharmacokinetic profiles of EE in women using ORTHO EVRA® compared with women using oral contraceptives containing 35 mcg of EE. Increased estrogen exposure may increase the risk of adverse events, including venous thromboembolism. (See CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY, Transdermal versus Oral Contraceptives). Four epidemiologic, case-control studies107–111,113–115 were conducted in the U.S. using electronic healthcare claims data to evaluate the risk of venous thromboembolism (VTE) among women aged 15–44 who used ORTHO EVRA® compared to women who used oral contraceptives containing 30–35 mcg of ethinyl estradiol (EE) and either norgestimate (NGM) or levonorgestrel (LNG). NGM is the prodrug for norelgestromin, the progestin in ORTHO EVRA®. These studies (see Table 5) used slightly different designs and reported odds ratios ranging from 1.2 to 2.2. The interpretations of these odds ratios range from no increase in risk to an approximate doubling of risk. Only one study (i3 Ingenix) included patient chart review to confirm the VTE occurrence. The four studies are: The i3 Ingenix and BCDSP NGM studies have provided data on additional cases identified in study extensions; however, each study extension was not powered to provide independent estimates of risk. The pooled estimates provide the most reliable estimates of VTE risk. Odds ratios from the original and various extensions of the i3 Ingenix and BCDSP NGM studies are provided in the footnotes to Table 5. |Epidemiologic Study||Comparator Product||Odds Ratio (95% CI)| |i3 Ingenix NGM Study in Ingenix Research Datamart107,113,114,115||NGM/35 mcg EE*||2.2† (1.2–4.0)‡| |BCDSP§ NGM Study in Pharmetrics database108,109,111||NGM/35 mcg EE||1.2 (0.9–1.8)¶| |BCDSP LNG Study in Pharmetrics database110||LNG#/30 mcg EE||2.0 (0.9–4.1)Þ| |BCDSP LNG Study in Marketscan database110||LNG/30 mcg EE||1.3 (0.8–2.0)ß| In 3 large clinical trials (N= 3,330 with 1,704 women-years of exposure), one case of non-fatal pulmonary embolism occurred during ORTHO EVRA® use, and one case of post-operative non-fatal pulmonary embolism was reported following ORTHO EVRA® use. ORTHO EVRA® and other contraceptives that contain both an estrogen and a progestin are called combination hormonal contraceptives. As with any combination hormonal contraceptive, the clinician should be alert to the earliest manifestations of thromboembolic disorders (thrombophlebitis, VTE including pulmonary embolism, cerebrovascular disorders, and retinal thrombosis). Should any of these occur or be suspected, ORTHO EVRA® should be discontinued immediately. Practitioners prescribing ORTHO EVRA® should be familiar with the following information relating to risks: The use of combination hormonal contraceptives is associated with increased risks of several serious conditions including myocardial infarction, thromboembolism, stroke, hepatic neoplasia, and gallbladder disease, although the risk of serious morbidity or mortality is very small in healthy women without underlying risk factors. The risk of morbidity and mortality increases significantly in the presence of other underlying risk factors such as hypertension, hyperlipidemias, obesity and diabetes. The information that follows in this section of the package insert is principally based on studies carried out in women who used combination oral contraceptives with higher formulations of estrogens and progestins than those in common use today. The effect of long-term use of combination hormonal contraceptives with lower doses of both estrogen and progestin administered by any route remains to be determined. Throughout this labeling, epidemiological studies reported are of two types: retrospective or case control studies and cohort studies. Case control studies provide an estimate of the relative risk or odds for developing a disease, namely, a ratio of the disease among oral contraceptive users to that among nonusers or users of a comparator drug product. The odds ratio does not provide information on the actual clinical occurrence of a disease. Cohort studies provide a measure of the incidence of a disease in an exposed population. The relative risk is the ratio of the incidence density in the exposed population relative to the incidence density in a comparator population. Cohort studies also provide a measure of attributable risk, which is the difference in the incidence of disease between hormonal contraceptive users and nonusers or comparator drug products. The attributable risk does provide information about the actual occurrence of a disease in the population (adapted from refs. 2 and 3 with the author's permission). For further information, the reader is referred to a text on epidemiological methods. An increased risk of thromboembolic and thrombotic disease associated with the use of hormonal contraceptives is well established. Case control studies have found the relative risk of users compared to nonusers to be 3 for the first episode of superficial venous thrombosis, 4 to 11 for deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism, and 1.5 to 6 for women with predisposing conditions for venous thromboembolic disease.2,3,19–24 Cohort studies have shown the relative risk to be somewhat lower, about 3 for new cases and about 4.5 for new cases requiring hospitalization.25 The risk of thromboembolic disease associated with hormonal contraceptives is not related to length of use and disappears after hormonal contraceptive use is stopped.2 A two- to four-fold increase in relative risk of post-operative thromboembolic complications has been reported with the use of hormonal contraceptives.9,26 The relative risk of venous thrombosis in women who have predisposing conditions is twice that of women without such medical conditions.9,26 If feasible, hormonal contraceptives should be discontinued at least four weeks prior to and for two weeks after elective surgery of a type associated with an increase in risk of thromboembolism and during and following prolonged immobilization. Since the immediate postpartum period is also associated with an increased risk of thromboembolism, hormonal contraceptives should be started no earlier than four weeks after delivery in women who elect not to breastfeed. An increased risk of myocardial infarction has been attributed to hormonal contraceptive use. This risk is primarily in smokers or women with other underlying risk factors for coronary artery disease such as hypertension, hypercholesterolemia, morbid obesity, and diabetes. The relative risk of heart attack for current hormonal contraceptive users has been estimated to be two to six4–10 compared to non-users. The risk is very low under the age of 30. Smoking in combination with oral contraceptive use has been shown to contribute substantially to the incidence of myocardial infarctions in women in their mid-thirties or older with smoking accounting for the majority of excess cases.11 Mortality rates associated with circulatory disease have been shown to increase substantially in smokers, especially in those 35 years of age and older among women who use oral contraceptives. (See Figure 5.) Figure 5: Circulatory Disease Mortality Rates Per 100,000 Women-Years by Age, Smoking Status and Oral Contraceptive Use Hormonal contraceptives may compound the effects of well-known risk factors, such as hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemias, age and obesity.13 In particular, some progestins are known to decrease HDL cholesterol and cause glucose intolerance, while estrogens may create a state of hyperinsulinism.14–18 Hormonal contraceptives have been shown to increase blood pressure among some users (see section 9 in WARNINGS). Similar effects on risk factors have been associated with an increased risk of heart disease. Hormonal contraceptives, including ORTHO EVRA®, must be used with caution in women with cardiovascular disease risk factors. Norgestimate and norelgestromin have minimal androgenic activity (see CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY). There is some evidence that the risk of myocardial infarction associated with hormonal contraceptives is lower when the progestin has minimal androgenic activity than when the activity is greater.97 Hormonal contraceptives have been shown to increase both the relative and attributable risks of cerebrovascular events (thrombotic and hemorrhagic strokes), although, in general, the risk is greatest among older (>35 years), hypertensive women who also smoke. Hypertension was found to be a risk factor for both users and nonusers, for both types of strokes, and smoking interacted to increase the risk of stroke.27–29 In a large study, the relative risk of thrombotic strokes has been shown to range from 3 for normotensive users to 14 for users with severe hypertension.30 The relative risk of hemorrhagic stroke is reported to be 1.2 for non-smokers who used hormonal contraceptives, 2.6 for smokers who did not use hormonal contraceptives, 7.6 for smokers who used hormonal contraceptives, 1.8 for normotensive users and 25.7 for users with severe hypertension.30 The attributable risk is also greater in older women.3 A positive association has been observed between the amount of estrogen and progestin in hormonal contraceptives and the risk of vascular disease.31–33 A decline in serum high-density lipoproteins (HDL) has been reported with many progestational agents.14–16 A decline in serum high-density lipoproteins has been associated with an increased incidence of ischemic heart disease. Because estrogens increase HDL cholesterol, the net effect of a hormonal contraceptive depends on a balance achieved between doses of estrogen and progestin and the activity of the progestin used in the contraceptives. The activity and amount of both hormones should be considered in the choice of a hormonal contraceptive. There are two studies that have shown persistence of risk of vascular disease for ever-users of combination hormonal contraceptives. In a study in the United States, the risk of developing myocardial infarction after discontinuing combination hormonal contraceptives persists for at least 9 years for women 40–49 years who had used combination hormonal contraceptives for five or more years, but this increased risk was not demonstrated in other age groups.8 In another study in Great Britain, the risk of developing cerebrovascular disease persisted for at least 6 years after discontinuation of combination hormonal contraceptives, although excess risk was very small.34 However, both studies were performed with combination hormonal contraceptive formulations containing 50 micrograms or higher of estrogens. One study gathered data from a variety of sources that have estimated the mortality rate associated with different methods of contraception at different ages (Table 6). These estimates include the combined risk of death associated with contraceptive methods plus the risk attributable to pregnancy in the event of method failure. Each method of contraception has its specific benefits and risks. The study concluded that with the exception of combination oral contraceptive users 35 and older who smoke, and 40 and older who do not smoke, mortality associated with all methods of birth control is low and below that associated with childbirth. The observation of a possible increase in risk of mortality with age for combination oral contraceptive users is based on data gathered in the 1970's but not reported until 1983.35 Current clinical recommendation involves the use of lower estrogen dose formulations and a careful consideration of risk factors. In 1989, the Fertility and Maternal Health Drugs Advisory Committee was asked to review the use of combination hormonal contraceptives in women 40 years of age and over. The Committee concluded that although cardiovascular disease risks may be increased with combination hormonal contraceptive use after age 40 in healthy non-smoking women (even with the newer low-dose formulations), there are also greater potential health risks associated with pregnancy in older women and with the alternative surgical and medical procedures that may be necessary if such women do not have access to effective and acceptable means of contraception. The Committee recommended that the benefits of low-dose combination hormonal contraceptive use by healthy non-smoking women over 40 may outweigh the possible risks.36,37 Although the data are mainly obtained with oral contraceptives, this is likely to apply to ORTHO EVRA® as well. Women of all ages who use combination hormonal contraceptives, should use the lowest possible dose formulation that is effective and meets the individual patient needs. |Method of control and outcome||15–19||20–24||25–29||30–34||35–39||40–44| |Adapted from H.W. Ory, ref. # 35.| |No fertility control methods*||7.0||7.4||9.1||14.8||25.7||28.2| |Oral contraceptives, non-smoker†||0.3||0.5||0.9||1.9||13.8||31.6| |Oral contraceptives, smoker†||2.2||3.4||6.6||13.5||51.1||117.2| Numerous epidemiological studies give conflicting reports on the relationship between breast cancer and COC use. The risk of having breast cancer diagnosed may be slightly increased among current and recent users of combination oral contraceptives. However, this excess risk appears to decrease over time after COC discontinuation and by 10 years after cessation the increased risk disappears. Some studies report an increased risk with duration of use while other studies do not and no consistent relationships have been found with dose or type of steroid. Some studies have found a small increase in risk for women who first use COCs before age 20. Most studies show a similar pattern of risk with COC use regardless of a woman's reproductive history or her family breast cancer history. In addition, breast cancers diagnosed in current or ever oral contraceptive users may be less clinically advanced than in never-users. Women who currently have or have had breast cancer should not use hormonal contraceptives because breast cancer is usually a hormonally sensitive tumor. Some studies suggest that combination oral contraceptive use has been associated with an increase in the risk of cervical intraepithelial neoplasia in some populations of women.45–48 However, there continues to be controversy about the extent to which such findings may be due to differences in sexual behavior and other factors. In spite of many studies of the relationship between oral contraceptive use and breast and cervical cancers, a cause-and-effect relationship has not been established. It is not known whether ORTHO EVRA® is distinct from oral contraceptives with regard to the above statements. Benign hepatic adenomas are associated with hormonal contraceptive use, although the incidence of benign tumors is rare in the United States. Indirect calculations have estimated the attributable risk to be in the range of 3.3 cases/100,000 for users, a risk that increases after four or more years of use, especially with hormonal contraceptives containing 50 micrograms or more of estrogen.49 Rupture of benign, hepatic adenomas may cause death through intra-abdominal hemorrhage.50,51 Studies from Britain and the U.S. have shown an increased risk of developing hepatocellular carcinoma in long term (≥ 8 years)52–54,96 oral contraceptive users. However, these cancers are extremely rare in the U.S. and the attributable risk (the excess incidence) of liver cancers in oral contraceptive users approaches less than one per million users. It is unknown whether ORTHO EVRA® is distinct from oral contraceptives in this regard. There have been clinical case reports of retinal thrombosis associated with the use of hormonal contraceptives. ORTHO EVRA® should be discontinued if there is unexplained partial or complete loss of vision; onset of proptosis or diplopia; papilledema; or retinal vascular lesions. Appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic measures should be undertaken immediately. Extensive epidemiological studies have revealed no increased risk of birth defects in women who have used oral contraceptives prior to pregnancy.56,57 Studies also do not indicate a teratogenic effect, particularly in so far as cardiac anomalies and limb reduction defects are concerned55,56,58,59, when oral contraceptives are taken inadvertently during early pregnancy. Combination hormonal contraceptives such as ORTHO EVRA® should not be used to induce withdrawal bleeding as a test for pregnancy. ORTHO EVRA® should not be used during pregnancy to treat threatened or habitual abortion. It is recommended that for any patient who has missed two consecutive periods, pregnancy should be ruled out. If the patient has not adhered to the prescribed schedule for the use of ORTHO EVRA® the possibility of pregnancy should be considered at the time of the first missed period. Hormonal contraceptive use should be discontinued if pregnancy is confirmed. Earlier studies have reported an increased lifetime relative risk of gallbladder surgery in users of hormonal contraceptives and estrogens.60,61 More recent studies, however, have shown that the relative risk of developing gallbladder disease among hormonal contraceptive users may be minimal.62–64 The recent findings of minimal risk may be related to the use of hormonal contraceptive formulations containing lower hormonal doses of estrogens and progestins. Combination hormonal contraceptives such as ORTHO EVRA® may worsen existing gallbladder disease and may accelerate the development of this disease in previously asymptomatic women. Women with a history of combination hormonal contraceptive-related cholestasis are more likely to have the condition recur with subsequent combination hormonal contraceptive use. Hormonal contraceptives have been shown to cause a decrease in glucose tolerance in some users.17 However, in the non-diabetic woman, combination hormonal contraceptives appear to have no effect on fasting blood glucose.67 Prediabetic and diabetic women in particular should be carefully monitored while taking combination hormonal contraceptives such as ORTHO EVRA®. In clinical trials with oral contraceptives containing ethinyl estradiol and norgestimate there were no clinically significant changes in fasting blood glucose levels. There were no clinically significant changes in glucose levels over 24 cycles of use. Moreover, glucose tolerance tests showed no clinically significant changes from baseline to cycles 3, 12 and 24. In a 6-cycle clinical trial with ORTHO EVRA® there were no clinically significant changes in fasting blood glucose from baseline to end of treatment. A small proportion of women will have persistent hypertriglyceridemia while taking hormonal contraceptives. As discussed earlier (see WARNINGS 1a and 1d), changes in serum triglycerides and lipoprotein levels have been reported in hormonal contraceptive users. Women with significant hypertension should not be started on hormonal contraception.103 Women with a history of hypertension or hypertension-related diseases, or renal disease70 should be encouraged to use another method of contraception. If these women elect to use ORTHO EVRA®, they should be monitored closely and if a clinically significant persistent elevation of blood pressure (BP) occurs (≥ 160 mm Hg systolic or ≥ 100 mm Hg diastolic) and cannot be adequately controlled, ORTHO EVRA® should be discontinued. In general, women who develop hypertension during hormonal contraceptive therapy should be switched to a non-hormonal contraceptive. If other contraceptive methods are not suitable, hormonal contraceptive therapy may continue combined with antihypertensive therapy. Regular monitoring of BP throughout hormonal contraceptive therapy is recommended.112 For most women, elevated blood pressure will return to normal after stopping hormonal contraceptives, and there is no difference in the occurrence of hypertension between former and never users.68–71 An increase in blood pressure has been reported in women taking hormonal contraceptives68 and this increase is more likely in older hormonal contraceptive users69 and with extended duration of use.61 Data from the Royal College of General Practitioners12 and subsequent randomized trials have shown that the incidence of hypertension increases with increasing progestational activity. The onset or exacerbation of migraine headache or the development of headache with a new pattern that is recurrent, persistent or severe requires discontinuation of ORTHO EVRA® and evaluation of the cause. Breakthrough bleeding and spotting are sometimes encountered in women using ORTHO EVRA®. Non-hormonal causes should be considered and adequate diagnostic measures taken to rule out malignancy, other pathology, or pregnancy in the event of breakthrough bleeding, as in the case of any abnormal vaginal bleeding. If pathology has been excluded, time or a change to another contraceptive product may resolve the bleeding. In the event of amenorrhea, pregnancy should be ruled out before initiating use of ORTHO EVRA®. Some women may encounter amenorrhea or oligomenorrhea after discontinuation of hormonal contraceptive use, especially when such a condition was pre-existent. In the clinical trials most women started their withdrawal bleeding on the fourth day of the drug-free interval, and the median duration of withdrawal bleeding was 5 to 6 days. On average 26% of women per cycle had 7 or more total days of bleeding and/or spotting (this includes both withdrawal flow and breakthrough bleeding and/or spotting). Ectopic as well as intrauterine pregnancy may occur in contraceptive failures. Women should be counseled that ORTHO EVRA® does not protect against HIV infection (AIDS) and other sexually transmitted infections. Results of clinical trials suggest that ORTHO EVRA® may be less effective in women with body weight ≥198 lbs. (90 kg) than in women with lower body weights. It is good medical practice for women using ORTHO EVRA®, as for all women, to have annual medical evaluation and physical examinations. The physical examination, however, may be deferred until after initiation of hormonal contraceptives if requested by the woman and judged appropriate by the clinician. The physical examination should include special reference to blood pressure, breasts, abdomen and pelvic organs, including cervical cytology, and relevant laboratory tests. In case of undiagnosed, persistent or recurrent abnormal vaginal bleeding, appropriate measures should be conducted to rule out malignancy or other pathology. Women with a strong family history of breast cancer or who have breast nodules should be monitored with particular care. Women who are being treated for hyperlipidemias should be followed closely if they elect to use ORTHO EVRA®. Some progestins may elevate LDL levels and may render the control of hyperlipidemias more difficult. If jaundice develops in any woman using ORTHO EVRA®, the medication should be discontinued. The hormones in ORTHO EVRA® may be poorly metabolized in patients with impaired liver function. Steroid hormones like those in ORTHO EVRA® may cause some degree of fluid retention. ORTHO EVRA® should be prescribed with caution, and only with careful monitoring, in patients with conditions which might be aggravated by fluid retention. Women who become significantly depressed while using combination hormonal contraceptives such as ORTHO EVRA® should stop the medication and use another method of contraception in an attempt to determine whether the symptom is drug related. Women with a history of depression should be carefully observed and ORTHO EVRA® discontinued if significant depression occurs. Contact lens wearers who develop visual changes or changes in lens tolerance should be assessed by an ophthalmologist. If a woman on hormonal contraceptives takes a drug or herbal product that induces enzymes, including CYP3A4, that metabolize contraceptive hormones, counsel her to use additional contraception or a different method of contraception. Drugs or herbal products that induce such enzymes may decrease the plasma concentrations of contraceptive hormones, and may decrease the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives or increase breakthrough bleeding. Some drugs or herbal products that may decrease the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptives include: Significant changes (increase or decrease) in the plasma levels of the estrogen and progestin have been noted in some cases of co-administration of HIV protease inhibitors and non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. There have been reports of pregnancy while taking hormonal contraceptives and antibiotics, but clinical pharmacokinetic studies have not shown consistent effects of antibiotics on plasma concentrations of synthetic steroids. In a pharmacokinetic drug interaction study, oral administration of tetracycline HCl, 500 mg q.i.d. for 3 days prior to and 7 days during wear of ORTHO EVRA® did not significantly affect the pharmacokinetics of norelgestromin or EE. Consult the labeling of the concurrently-used drug to obtain further information about interactions with hormonal contraceptives or the potential for enzyme alterations. Some drugs and grapefruit juice may increase the plasma levels of ethinyl estradiol if co-administered. Examples include: Data from oral combination hormonal contraceptives indicate that they may also affect the pharmacokinetics of some other drugs if used concomitantly. Examples of drugs whose plasma levels may be increased (due to CYP inhibition) include: Examples of drugs whose plasma levels may be decreased (due to induction of glucuronidation) include: Combined hormonal contraceptives have been shown to significantly decrease plasma concentrations of lamotrigine when co-administered likely due to induction of lamotrigine glucuronidation. This may reduce seizure control; therefore, dosage adjustments of lamotrigine may be necessary. Consult the labeling of concurrently-used drugs to obtain further information about interactions with hormonal contraceptives or the potential for enzyme alterations. Certain endocrine and liver function tests and blood components may be affected by hormonal contraceptives: No carcinogenicity studies were conducted with norelgestromin. However, bridging PK studies were conducted using doses of norgestimate (NGM)/EE which were used previously in the 2-year rat carcinogenicity study and 10-year monkey toxicity study to support the approval of ORTHO-CYCLEN® and ORTHO TRI-CYCLEN® under NDAs 19-653 and 19-697, respectively. The PK studies demonstrated that rats and monkeys were exposed to 16 and 8 times the human exposure, respectively, with the proposed ORTHO EVRA® transdermal contraceptive system. Norelgestromin was tested in in vitro mutagenicity assays (bacterial plate incorporation mutation assay, CHO/HGPRT mutation assay, chromosomal aberration assay using cultured human peripheral lymphocytes) and in one in vivo test (rat micronucleus assay) and found to have no genotoxic potential. Norelgestromin was tested for its reproductive toxicity in a rabbit developmental toxicity study by the SC route of administration. Doses of 0, 1, 2, 4 and 6 mg/kg body weight, which gave systemic exposure of approximately 25 to 125 times the human exposure with ORTHO EVRA®, were administered daily on gestation days 7–19. Malformations reported were paw hyperflexion at 4 and 6 mg/kg and paw hyperextension and cleft palate at 6 mg/kg. The effects of ORTHO EVRA® in nursing mothers have not been evaluated and are unknown. Small amounts of combination hormonal contraceptive steroids have been identified in the milk of nursing mothers and a few adverse effects on the child have been reported, including jaundice and breast enlargement. In addition, combination hormonal contraceptives given in the postpartum period may interfere with lactation by decreasing the quantity and quality of breast milk. Long-term follow-up of infants whose mothers used combination hormonal contraceptives while breastfeeding has shown no deleterious effects. However, the nursing mother should be advised not to use ORTHO EVRA® but to use other forms of contraception until she has completely weaned her child. Safety and efficacy of ORTHO EVRA® have been established in women of reproductive age. Safety and efficacy are expected to be the same for post-pubertal adolescents under the age of 16 and for users 16 years and older. Use of this product before menarche is not indicated. This product has not been studied in women over 65 years of age and is not indicated in this population. Patients should be counseled that this product does not protect against HIV infection (AIDS) and other sexually transmitted diseases. Experience with more than 70,000 ORTHO EVRA® patches worn for contraception for 6–13 cycles showed that 4.7% of patches were replaced because they either fell off (1.8%) or were partly detached (2.9%). Similarly, in a small study of patch wear under conditions of physical exertion and variable temperature and humidity, less than 2% of patches were replaced for complete or partial detachment. If the ORTHO EVRA® patch becomes partially or completely detached and remains detached, insufficient drug delivery occurs. A patch should not be re-applied if it is no longer sticky, if it has become stuck to itself or another surface, if it has other material stuck to it, or if it has become loose or fallen off before. If a patch cannot be re-applied, a new patch should be applied immediately. Supplemental adhesives or wraps should not be used to hold the ORTHO EVRA® patch in place. If a patch is partially or completely detached for more than one day (24 hours or more) OR if the woman is not sure how long the patch has been detached, she may not be protected from pregnancy. She should stop the current contraceptive cycle and start a new cycle immediately by applying a new patch. Back-up contraception, such as a condom, spermicide, or diaphragm, must be used for the first week of the new cycle. See Patient Labeling printed below. The following serious adverse reactions with the use of combination hormonal contraceptives, including ORTHO EVRA®, are discussed elsewhere in the labeling: Adverse reactions commonly reported by users of combination hormonal contraceptives are: Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in practice. The data described below reflect exposure to ORTHO EVRA® in 3330 sexually active women (3322 of whom had safety data) who participated in three Phase 3 clinical trials designed to evaluate contraceptive efficacy and safety. These subjects received six or 13 cycles of contraception (ORTHO EVRA® or an oral contraceptive comparator in 2 of the trials). The women ranged in age from 18 to 45 years and were predominantly white (91%). The most common adverse reactions reported during clinical trials were breast symptoms, headache, application site disorder, nausea, dysmenorrhea and abdominal pain. The most common events leading to discontinuation were application site reaction, breast symptoms (including breast discomfort, engorgement and pain), nausea and/or vomiting, headache and emotional lability. Adverse drug reactions reported by ≥ 2.5% of ORTHO EVRA®-treated subjects in these trials are shown in Table 7. |Reproductive system and breast disorders Vaginal bleeding and menstrual disorders† |Nervous system disorders |General disorders and administration site conditions Application site disorder† Mood, affect and anxiety disorders† |Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders |Infections and infestations Vaginal yeast infection† Additional adverse drug reactions that occurred in < 2.5 % of ORTHO EVRA®-treated subjects in the above clinical trials datasets are: The following adverse reactions (Table 8) have been identified during postapproval use of ORTHO EVRA®. Because these reactions are reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not always possible to reliably estimate their frequency or establish a causal relationship to drug exposure. |System Organ Class||Adverse Drug Reactions| |Cardiac disorders||Myocardial infarction†| Hyperglycemia, insulin resistance Contact lens intolerance or complication General disorders and administration site conditions Application site reaction†, edema† Blood cholesterol abnormal, cholelithiasis, cholestasis, hepatic lesion, jaundice cholestatic, low density lipoprotein increased Immune system disorders Allergic reaction†, urticaria Blood glucose abnormal, blood glucose decreased Neoplasms benign, malignant and unspecified (Incl cysts and polyps) Breast cancer†, cervix carcinoma, hepatic adenoma, hepatic neoplasm Nervous system disorders Dysgeusia, migraine with aura Anger, emotional disorder, frustration, irritability Reproductive system and breast disorders Breast mass, cervical dysplasia, fibroadenoma of breast, menstrual disorder†, suppressed lactation, uterine leiomyoma Skin and subcutaneous tissues disorders Alopecia, eczema, erythema multiforme, erythema nodosum, photosensitivity reaction, pruritus generalized, rash†, seborrheic dermatitis, skin reaction Arterial thrombosis†, cerebrovascular accident†, deep vein thrombosis†, hemorrhage intracranial†, hypertension, hypertensive crisis, pulmonary embolism†, thrombosis† Serious ill effects have not been reported following accidental ingestion of large doses of hormonal contraceptives. Overdosage may cause nausea and vomiting, and withdrawal bleeding may occur in females. Given the nature and design of the ORTHO EVRA® patch, it is unlikely that overdosage will occur. Serious ill effects have not been reported following acute ingestion of large doses of oral contraceptives by young children. In case of suspected overdose, all ORTHO EVRA® patches should be removed and symptomatic treatment given. To achieve maximum contraceptive effectiveness, ORTHO EVRA® must be used exactly as directed. Complete instructions to facilitate patient counseling on proper system usage may be found in the Detailed Patient Labeling. ORTHO EVRA® is a combination transdermal contraceptive that contains 6.00 mg norelgestromin (NGMN) and 0.75 mg ethinyl estradiol (EE). Systemic exposures (as measured by AUC and Css) of NGMN and EE during use of ORTHO EVRA® are higher and peak concentrations (Cmax) are lower than those produced by an oral contraceptive containing norgestimate 250 mcg / EE 35 mcg. (See BOLDED WARNING; CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY, Transdermal versus Oral Contraceptives). This system uses a 28-day (four-week) cycle. A new patch is applied each week for three weeks (21 total days). Week Four is patch-free. Withdrawal bleeding is expected during this time. Every new patch should be applied on the same day of the week. This day is known as the "Patch Change Day." For example, if the first patch is applied on a Monday, all subsequent patches should be applied on a Monday. Only one patch should be worn at a time. The ORTHO EVRA® patch should not be cut, damaged or altered in any way. If the ORTHO EVRA® patch is cut, damaged or altered in size, contraceptive efficacy may be impaired. On the day after Week Four ends a new four-week cycle is started by applying a new patch. Under no circumstances should there be more than a seven-day patch-free interval between dosing cycles. |If the woman is starting ORTHO EVRA® for the first time, she should wait until the day she begins her menstrual period. Either a First Day start or Sunday start may be chosen (see below). The day she applies her first patch will be Day 1. Her "Patch Change Day" will be on this day every week.| |Where to apply the patch. The patch should be applied to clean, dry, intact healthy skin on the buttock, abdomen, upper outer arm or upper torso, in a place where it won't be rubbed by tight clothing. ORTHO EVRA® should not be placed on skin that is red, irritated or cut, nor should it be placed on the breasts. To prevent interference with the adhesive properties of ORTHO EVRA®, no make-up, creams, lotions, powders or other topical products should be applied to the skin area where the ORTHO EVRA® patch is or will be placed. |Application of the ORTHO EVRA® patch The foil pouch is opened by tearing it along the edge using the fingers. |The foil pouch should be peeled apart and opened flat.| |A corner of the patch is grasped firmly and it is gently removed from the foil pouch.| |The woman should be instructed to use her fingernail to lift one corner of the patch and peel the patch and the plastic liner off the foil liner. Sometimes patches can stick to the inside of the pouch – the woman should be careful not to accidentally remove the clear liner as she removes the patch.| |Half of the clear protective liner is to be peeled away. (The woman should avoid touching the sticky surface of the patch).| |The sticky surface of the patch is applied to the skin and the other half of the liner is removed. The woman should press down firmly on the patch with the palm of her hand for 10 seconds, making sure that the edges stick well. She should check her patch every day to make sure it is sticking.| |The patch is worn for seven days (one week). On the "Patch Change Day", Day 8, the used patch is removed and a new one is applied immediately. The used patch still contains some active hormones. Used patches should not be flushed down the toilet. For disposal directions, see HOW SUPPLIED: Special Precautions for Storage and Disposal.| |A new patch is applied for Week Two (on Day 8) and again for Week Three (on Day 15), on the usual "Patch Change Day". Patch changes may occur at any time on the Change Day. Each new ORTHO EVRA® patch should be applied to a new spot on the skin to help avoid irritation, although they may be kept within the same anatomic area.| |Week Four is patch-free (Day 22 through Day 28), thus completing the four-week contraceptive cycle. Bleeding is expected to begin during this time.| |The next four-week cycle is started by applying a new patch on the usual "Patch Change Day," the day after Day 28, no matter when the menstrual period begins or ends. Under no circumstances should there be more than a seven-day patch-free interval between patch cycles. If the ORTHO EVRA® patch becomes partially or completely detached and remains detached, insufficient drug delivery occurs. If a patch is partially or completely detached: A patch should not be re-applied if it is no longer sticky, if it has become stuck to itself or another surface, if it has other material stuck to it or if it has previously become loose or fallen off. If a patch cannot be re-applied, a new patch should be applied immediately. Supplemental adhesives or wraps should not be used to hold the ORTHO EVRA® patch in place. If the woman forgets to change her patch… Week Four (Day 22): If the woman forgets to remove her patch, she should take it off as soon as she remembers. The next cycle should be started on the usual "Patch Change Day," which is the day after Day 28. No back-up contraception is needed. Under no circumstances should there be more than a seven-day patch-free interval between cycles. If there are more than seven patch-free days, THE WOMAN MAY NOT BE PROTECTED FROM PREGNANCY and back-up contraception, such as a condom, spermicide, or diaphragm, must be used for seven days. As with combined oral contraceptives, the risk of ovulation increases with each day beyond the recommended drug-free period. If coital exposure has occurred during such an extended patch-free interval, the possibility of fertilization should be considered. If the woman wishes to change her Patch Change Day she should complete her current cycle, removing the third ORTHO EVRA® patch on the correct day. During the patch-free week, she may select an earlier Patch Day Change by applying a new ORTHO EVRA® patch on the desired day. In no case should there be more than 7 consecutive patch-free days. Treatment with ORTHO EVRA® should begin on the first day of withdrawal bleeding. If there is no withdrawal bleeding within 5 days of the last active (hormone-containing) tablet, pregnancy must be ruled out. If therapy starts later than the first day of withdrawal bleeding, a non-hormonal contraceptive should be used concurrently for 7 days. If more than 7 days elapse after taking the last active oral contraceptive tablet, the possibility of ovulation and conception should be considered. Women who elect not to breastfeed should start contraceptive therapy with ORTHO EVRA® no sooner than 4 weeks after childbirth. If a woman begins using ORTHO EVRA® postpartum, and has not yet had a period, the possibility of ovulation and conception occurring prior to use of ORTHO EVRA® should be considered, and she should be instructed to use an additional method of contraception, such as a condom, spermicide, or diaphragm, for the first seven days. (See Precautions: Nursing Mothers, and Warnings: Thromboembolic and Other Vascular Problems.) After an abortion or miscarriage that occurs in the first trimester, ORTHO EVRA® may be started immediately. An additional method of contraception is not needed if ORTHO EVRA® is started immediately. If use of ORTHO EVRA® is not started within 5 days following a first trimester abortion, the woman should follow the instructions for a woman starting ORTHO EVRA® for the first time. In the meantime she should be advised to use a non-hormonal contraceptive method. Ovulation may occur within 10 days of an abortion or miscarriage. ORTHO EVRA® should be started no earlier than 4 weeks after a second trimester abortion or miscarriage. When ORTHO EVRA® is used postpartum or postabortion, the increased risk of thromboembolic disease must be considered. (See CONTRAINDICATIONS and WARNINGS concerning thromboembolic disease. See PRECAUTIONS:Nursing Mothers.) In the event of breakthrough bleeding or spotting (bleeding that occurs on the days that ORTHO EVRA® is worn), treatment should be continued. If breakthrough bleeding persists longer than a few cycles, a cause other than ORTHO EVRA® should be considered. In the event of no withdrawal bleeding (bleeding that should occur during the patch-free week), treatment should be resumed on the next scheduled Change Day. If ORTHO EVRA® has been used correctly, the absence of withdrawal bleeding is not necessarily an indication of pregnancy. Nevertheless, the possibility of pregnancy should be considered, especially if absence of withdrawal bleeding occurs in 2 consecutive cycles. ORTHO EVRA® should be discontinued if pregnancy is confirmed. Given the nature of transdermal application, dose delivery should be unaffected by vomiting. If patch use results in uncomfortable irritation, the patch may be removed and a new patch may be applied to a different location until the next Change Day. Only one patch should be worn at a time. Breakthrough bleeding, spotting, and amenorrhea are frequent reasons for patients discontinuing hormonal contraceptives. In case of breakthrough bleeding, as in all cases of irregular bleeding from the vagina, nonfunctional causes should considered. In case of undiagnosed persistent or recurrent abnormal bleeding from the vagina, adequate diagnostic measures are indicated to rule out pregnancy or malignancy. If pathology has been excluded, time or a change to another method of contraception may solve the problem. Each beige ORTHO EVRA® patch contains 6.00 mg norelgestromin and 0.75 mg EE. Each patch surface is heat stamped with ORTHO EVRA®. Each patch is packaged in a protective pouch. ORTHO EVRA® is available in folding cartons of 1 cycle each (NDC 0062-1920-15 or NDC 50458-192-15); each cycle contains 3 patches. ORTHO EVRA® is available for clinic usage in folding cartons of 1 cycle each (NDC 0062-1920-24 or NDC 50458-192-24); each cycle contains 3 patches. ORTHO EVRA® is also available in folding cartons containing a single patch (NDC 0062-1920-01 or NDC 50458-192-01), intended for use as a replacement in the event that a patch is inadvertently lost or destroyed. Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15–30°C (59–86°F). Store patches in their protective pouches. Apply immediately upon removal from the protective pouch. Do not store in the refrigerator or freezer. Used patches still contain some active hormones. The sticky sides of the patch should be folded together and the folded patch placed in a sturdy container, preferably with a child-resistant cap, and the container thrown in the trash. Used patches should not be flushed down the toilet. ORTHO EVRA® (norelgestromin/ethinyl estradiol transdermal system) This product is intended to prevent pregnancy. It does not protect against HIV (AIDS) or other sexually transmitted diseases. The contraceptive patch ORTHO EVRA® is a thin, beige, plastic patch that sticks to the skin. The sticky part of the patch contains the following hormones: norelgestromin (progestin) and ethinyl estradiol (estrogen). These hormones are absorbed continuously through the skin and into the bloodstream. On average, the amount of estrogen delivered through the skin produces estrogen exposure that is higher than the exposure when taking a birth control pill containing 35 micrograms of estrogen. Each patch is sealed in a pouch that protects it until you are ready to wear it. Any woman who considers using the contraceptive patch ORTHO EVRA® should understand the benefits and risks of using this form of birth control. This leaflet will give you much of the information you will need to make this decision and will also help you determine if you are at risk of developing any serious side effects. It will tell you how to use the contraceptive patch properly so that it will be as effective as possible. However, this leaflet is not a replacement for a careful discussion between you and your healthcare professional. You should discuss the information provided in this leaflet with him or her, both when you first start using the contraceptive patch ORTHO EVRA® and during your revisits. You should also follow your healthcare professional's advice with regard to regular check-ups while you are using the contraceptive patch. EFFECTIVENESS OF HORMONAL CONTRACEPTIVE METHODS Hormonal contraceptives, including ORTHO EVRA®, are used to prevent pregnancy and are more effective than most other non-surgical methods of birth control. When ORTHO EVRA® is used correctly, the chance of becoming pregnant is approximately 1% (1 pregnancy per 100 women per year of use when used correctly), which is comparable to that of the pill. The chance of becoming pregnant increases with incorrect use. Clinical trials suggested that ORTHO EVRA® may be less effective in women weighing more than 198 lbs. (90 kg). If you weigh more than 198 lbs. (90 kg) you should talk to your healthcare professional about which method of birth control may be best for you. Typical failure rates for other methods of birth control during the first year of use are as follows: Diaphragm with spermicides: 20% Spermicides alone: 26% Female sterilization: <1% Male sterilization: <1% Cervical Cap with spermicide: 20 to 40% Condom alone (male): 14% Condom alone (female): 21% Periodic abstinence: 25% No birth control method: 85% WHO SHOULD NOT USE ORTHO EVRA® Hormonal contraceptives include birth control pills, injectables, implants, the vaginal ring, and the contraceptive patch. The following information is derived primarily from studies of birth control pills. The contraceptive patch is expected to be associated with similar risks: |Cigarette smoking increases the risk of serious cardiovascular side effects from hormonal contraceptive use. This risk increases with age and with heavy smoking (15 or more cigarettes per day) and is quite marked in women over 35 years of age. Women who use hormonal contraceptives, including ORTHO EVRA®, are strongly advised not to smoke.| Some women should not use the ORTHO EVRA® contraceptive patch. For example, you should not use ORTHO EVRA® if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant. You should also not use ORTHO EVRA® if you have any of the following conditions: Tell your healthcare professional if you have ever had any of these conditions. Your healthcare professional can recommend a non-hormonal method of birth control. Hormones from ORTHO EVRA® get into the blood stream and are processed by the body differently than hormones from birth control pills. You will be exposed to about 60% more estrogen if you use ORTHO EVRA® than if you use a typical birth control pill containing 35 micrograms of estrogen. In general, increased estrogen may increase the risk of side effects. The risk of venous thromboembolic events (blood clots in the legs and/or the lungs) may be increased with ORTHO EVRA® use compared with use of birth control pills. Studies examined the risk of these serious blood clots in women who used either ORTHO EVRA® or birth control pills containing one of two progestins (levonorgestrel or norgestimate) and 30–35 micrograms of estrogen. Results of these studies ranged from an approximate doubling of risk of serious blood clots to no increase in risk in women using ORTHO EVRA® compared to women using birth control pills. You should discuss this possible increased risk with your healthcare professional before using ORTHO EVRA®. Call your healthcare professional immediately if any of the adverse side effects listed under "WARNING SIGNALS" occur while you are using ORTHO EVRA®. (See below.) Also talk to your healthcare professional about using ORTHO EVRA® if: Also, tell your healthcare professional if you have or have had: If you have any of these conditions you should be checked often by your healthcare professional if you use the contraceptive patch. RISKS OF USING HORMONAL CONTRACEPTIVES, INCLUDING ORTHO EVRA® The following information is derived primarily from studies of birth control pills. Since ORTHO EVRA® contains hormones similar to those found in birth control pills, it is expected to be associated with similar risks: 1. Risk of Developing Blood Clots Blood clots and blockage of blood vessels that can cause death or serious disability are some of the most serious side effects of using hormonal contraceptives, including the ORTHO EVRA® contraceptive patch. In particular, a clot in the legs can cause thrombophlebitis, and a clot that travels to the lungs can cause sudden blocking of the vessel carrying blood to the lungs. Rarely, clots occur in the blood vessels of the eye and may cause blindness, double vision, or impaired vision. The risk of venous thromboembolic disease (blood clots in the legs and/or the lungs) may be increased with ORTHO EVRA® compared with that of oral contraceptives containing norgestimate and 35 micrograms of estrogen (see the earlier section OTHER CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE USING ORTHO EVRA®). You should discuss this possible increased risk with your healthcare professional before using ORTHO EVRA®. Call your healthcare professional immediately should any of the adverse effects listed under "WARNING SIGNALS" occur while you are using ORTHO EVRA®. (See below.) If you use ORTHO EVRA® and need elective surgery, need to stay in bed for a prolonged illness or injury or have recently delivered a baby, you may be at risk of developing blood clots. You should consult your doctor about stopping ORTHO EVRA® four weeks before surgery and not using it for two weeks after surgery or during bed rest. You should also not use ORTHO EVRA® soon after delivery of a baby. It is advisable to wait for at least four weeks after delivery if you are not breastfeeding. If you are breastfeeding, you should wait until you have weaned your child before using ORTHO EVRA®. (See also the section on Breastfeeding in General Precautions.) 2. Heart Attacks and Strokes Hormonal contraceptives, including ORTHO EVRA®, may increase the risk of developing strokes (blockage or rupture of blood vessels in the brain) and angina pectoris and heart attacks (blockage of blood vessels in the heart). Any of these conditions can cause death or serious disability. Smoking and the use of hormonal contraceptives including ORTHO EVRA® greatly increase the chances of developing and dying of heart disease. Smoking also greatly increases the possibility of suffering heart attacks and strokes. 3. Gallbladder Disease Women who use hormonal contraceptives, including ORTHO EVRA®, probably have a greater risk than nonusers of having gallbladder disease. 4. Liver Tumors In rare cases, combination oral contraceptives can cause benign but dangerous liver tumors. Since ORTHO EVRA® contains hormones similar to those in birth control pills, this association may also exist with ORTHO EVRA®. These benign liver tumors can rupture and cause fatal internal bleeding. In addition, some studies report an increased risk of developing liver cancer. However, liver cancers are rare. 5. Cancer of the Reproductive Organs and Breasts Various studies give conflicting reports on the relationship between breast cancer and hormonal contraceptive use. Combination hormonal contraceptives, including ORTHO EVRA®, may slightly increase your chance of having breast cancer diagnosed, particularly after using hormonal contraceptives at a younger age. After you stop using hormonal contraceptives, the chances of having breast cancer diagnosed begin to go back down. You should have regular breast examinations by a healthcare professional and examine your own breasts monthly. Tell your healthcare professional if you have a family history of breast cancer or if you have had breast nodules or an abnormal mammogram. Women who currently have or have had breast cancer should not use oral contraceptives because breast cancer is usually a hormone-sensitive tumor. Some studies have found an increase in the incidence of cancer of the cervix in women who use oral contraceptives, although this finding may be related to factors other than the use of oral contraceptives. However, there is insufficient evidence to rule out the possibility that oral contraceptives may cause such cancers. ESTIMATED RISK OF DEATH FROM A BIRTH CONTROL METHOD OR PREGNANCY All methods of birth control and pregnancy are associated with a risk of developing certain diseases that may lead to disability or death. An estimate of the number of deaths associated with different methods of birth control and pregnancy has been calculated and is shown in the following table. ORTHO EVRA® is expected to be associated with similar risks as oral contraceptives: |Method of control and outcome||15–19||20–24||25–29||30–34||35–39||40–44| |Adapted from H.W. Ory, ref. #35.| |No fertility control methods*||7.0||7.4||9.1||14.8||25.7||28.2| |Oral contraceptives non-smoker†||0.3||0.5||0.9||1.9||13.8||31.6| |Oral contraceptives smoker†||2.2||3.4||6.6||13.5||51.1||117.2| |Diaphragm / spermicide*||1.9||1.2||1.2||1.3||2.2||2.8| In the above table, the risk of death from any birth control method is less than the risk of childbirth, except for oral contraceptive users over the age of 35 who smoke and pill users over the age of 40 even if they do not smoke. It can be seen in the table that for women aged 15 to 39, the risk of death was highest with pregnancy (7–26 deaths per 100,000 women, depending on age). Among pill users who do not smoke, the risk of death is always lower than that associated with pregnancy for any age group, although over the age of 40, the risk increases to 32 deaths per 100,000 women, compared to 28 associated with pregnancy at that age. However, for pill users who smoke and are over the age of 35, the estimated number of deaths exceeds those for other methods of birth control. If a woman is over the age of 40 and smokes, her estimated risk of death is four times higher (117/100,000 women) than the estimated risk associated with pregnancy (28/100,000 women) in that age group. In 1989 an Advisory Committee of the FDA concluded that the benefits of low-dose hormonal contraceptive use by healthy, non-smoking women over 40 years of age may outweigh the possible risks. If any of these adverse effects occur while you are using ORTHO EVRA®, call your doctor immediately: SIDE EFFECTS OF ORTHO EVRA® 1. Most Common Side Effects The most common side effects of ORTHO EVRA® include nausea, breast symptoms (discomfort, engorgement, or pain), headache, and problems where the patch has been on the skin. 2. Skin Irritation Skin irritation, redness, pain, swelling, itching or rash may occur at the site of application. If this occurs, the patch may be removed and a new patch may be applied to a new location until the next Change Day. Single replacement patches are available from pharmacies. 3. Vaginal Bleeding Irregular vaginal bleeding or spotting may occur while you are using ORTHO EVRA®. Irregular bleeding may vary from slight staining between menstrual periods to breakthrough bleeding which is a flow much like a regular period. Irregular bleeding may occur during the first few months of contraceptive patch use but may also occur after you have been using the contraceptive patch for some time. Such bleeding may be temporary and usually does not indicate any serious problems. It is important to continue using your contraceptive patches on schedule. If the bleeding occurs in more than a few cycles or lasts for more than a few days, talk to your healthcare professional. 4. Problems Wearing Contact Lenses If you wear contact lenses and notice a change in vision or an inability to wear your lenses, contact your healthcare professional. 5. Fluid Retention or Raised Blood Pressure Edema (fluid retention) with swelling of the fingers or ankles and/or a rise in blood pressure may occur with the use of hormonal contraceptives. If you experience fluid retention, contact your healthcare professional. A spotty darkening of the skin is possible, particularly of the face. This may persist after use of hormonal contraceptives is discontinued. 7. Other Side Effects Other side effects include weight gain, feeling dizzy, migraine, stomach pain or bloating, vomiting, diarrhea, abnormal taste, acne, muscle spasms, vaginal infections, feeling tired or unwell, painful or heavy periods or periods more frequent than normal, uterine cramps, vaginal discharge and mood problems such as depression, mood swings or anxiety. 1. Weight ≥ 198 lbs. (90 kg) Clinical trials suggest that ORTHO EVRA® may be less effective in women weighing 198 lbs. (90 kg) or more compared with its effectiveness in women with lower body weights. If you weigh 198 lbs. (90 kg) or more you should talk to your healthcare professional about which method of birth control may be best for you. 2. Missed Periods and Use of ORTHO EVRA® Before or During Early Pregnancy There may be times when you may not menstruate regularly during your patch-free week. If you have used ORTHO EVRA® correctly and miss one menstrual period, continue using your contraceptive patches for the next cycle but be sure to inform your healthcare professional before doing so. If you have not used ORTHO EVRA® as instructed and missed a menstrual period, or if you missed two menstrual periods in a row, you could be pregnant. Check with your healthcare professional immediately to determine whether you are pregnant. Stop using ORTHO EVRA® if you are pregnant. There is no conclusive evidence that hormonal contraceptive use causes birth defects when taken accidentally during early pregnancy. Previously, a few studies had reported that oral contraceptives might be associated with birth defects, but these findings have not been seen in more recent studies. Nevertheless, hormonal contraceptives, including ORTHO EVRA®, should not be used during pregnancy. You should check with your healthcare professional about risks to your unborn child from any medication taken during pregnancy. 3. While Breastfeeding If you are breastfeeding, consult your healthcare professional before starting ORTHO EVRA®. Hormonal contraceptives are passed on to the child in the milk. A few adverse effects on the child have been reported, including yellowing of the skin (jaundice) and breast enlargement. In addition, combination hormonal contraceptives may decrease the amount and quality of your milk. If possible, do not use combination hormonal contraceptives such as ORTHO EVRA® while breastfeeding. You should use a barrier method of contraception since breastfeeding provides only partial protection from becoming pregnant and this partial protection decreases significantly as you breastfeed for longer periods of time. You should consider starting ORTHO EVRA® only after you have weaned your child completely. 4. Laboratory Tests If you are scheduled for any laboratory tests, tell your doctor you are using ORTHO EVRA® since certain blood tests may be affected by hormonal contraceptives. 5. Drug Interactions Hormonal contraceptives may interact with lamotrigine, an anticonvulsant used for epilepsy. This may increase the risk of seizures so your physician may need to adjust the dose. Some medicines and herbal products may make your hormonal contraceptive less effective, including: Blood levels of estrogen from this hormonal contraceptive may be increased if you take certain medicines or drink grapefruit juice. Also, your hormonal contraceptive may make some other medicines less effective. As with all prescription products, you should notify your healthcare professional of any other medications and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. You may need to use a barrier contraceptive when you take medicines or products that can make hormonal contraceptives less effective. 6. Sexually Transmitted Diseases ORTHO EVRA® is intended to prevent pregnancy. It does not protect against HIV (AIDS) or other sexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia, genital herpes, genital warts, gonorrhea, hepatitis B, and syphilis. |HOW TO USE ORTHO EVRA®| |Instructions for Use| |ORTHO EVRA® keeps you from becoming pregnant by transferring hormones to your body through your skin. The patch must stick securely to your skin in order for it to work properly.| |This method uses a 28 day (four week) cycle. You should apply a new patch each week for three weeks (21 total days). You should not apply a patch during the fourth week. Your menstrual period should start during this patch-free week.| Every new patch should be applied on the same day of the week. This day will be your 'Patch Change Day.' For example, if you apply your first patch on a Monday, all of your patches should be applied on a Monday. You should wear only one patch at a time. On the day after week four ends, you should begin a new four week cycle by applying a new patch. |Save these instructions.| |If this is the first time you are using ORTHO EVRA®, wait until the day you get your menstrual period. The day you apply your first patch will be Day 1. Your 'Patch Change Day' will be on this day every week.| |You may choose a first day start or Sunday start |Choose a place on your body to put the patch. Put the patch on your buttock, abdomen, upper outer arm or upper torso, in a place where it won't be rubbed by tight clothing. Never put the patch on your breasts. To avoid irritation, apply each new patch to a different place on your skin.| |Open the foil pouch by tearing it along the top edge and one side edge. Peel the foil pouch apart and open it flat. |You will see that the patch is covered by a layer of clear plastic. It is important to remove the patch and the plastic together from the foil pouch. Using your fingernail, lift one corner of the patch and peel the patch and the plastic off the foil liner. |Sometimes patches can stick to the inside of the pouch – be careful not to accidentally remove the clear liner as you remove the patch.| |Peel away half of the clear plastic and be careful not to touch the exposed sticky surface of the patch with your fingers.| |Apply the sticky side of the patch to the skin you've cleaned and dried, then remove the other half of the clear plastic. Press firmly on the patch with the palm of your hand for 10 seconds, making sure the edges stick well. Run your finger around the edge of the patch to make sure it is sticking properly. Check your patch every day to make sure all the edges are sticking. |Wear the patch for seven days (one week). On your 'Patch Change Day,' Day 8, remove the used patch. Apply a new patch immediately. The used patch still contains some active hormones. Used patches should not be flushed down the toilet. For disposal directions, see Special Precautions for Storage and Disposal below.| |Apply a new patch for week two (on Day 8) and for week three (on Day 15), on your 'Patch Change Day.' To avoid irritation, do not apply the new patch to the same exact place on your skin.| |Do not wear a patch on week four (Day 22 through Day 28). Your period should start during this week.| |Begin your next four week cycle by applying a new patch on your normal 'Patch Change Day,' the day after Day 28 – no matter when your period begins or ends.| |If your patch has become loose or has fallen off… If you forget to change your patch… Week one (Day 1): If you forget to apply your patch, YOU COULD BECOME PREGNANT – you must use back-up contraception for one week. Apply the first patch of your new cycle as soon as you remember. You now have a new 'Patch Change Day' and new Day 1. Week two or week three: If you forget to change your patch for one or two days, apply a new patch as soon as you remember. Apply your next patch on your normal 'Patch Change Day.' No back-up contraception is needed. Week two or week three: If you forget to change your patch for more than two days, YOU COULD BECOME PREGNANT – start a new four week cycle as soon as you remember by putting on a new patch. You now have a different 'Patch Change Day' and a new Day 1. You must use back-up contraception for the first week of your new cycle. Week four: If you forget to remove your patch, take it off as soon as you remember. Start your next cycle on your normal 'Patch Change Day,' the day after Day 28. No back-up contraception is needed. Day 1 (week one): If you forget to apply your patch, YOU COULD BECOME PREGNANT – apply the first patch of your new cycle as soon as you remember. You now have a new 'Patch Change Day' and new Day 1. You must use back-up contraception for the first week of your new cycle. WHEN YOU SWITCH FROM THE PILL TO ORTHO EVRA®: If you are switching from the pill to ORTHO EVRA®, wait until you get your menstrual period. If you do not get your period within five days of taking the last active pill, check with your healthcare professional to be sure that you are not pregnant. |IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER| IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE UNSURE ABOUT THE INFORMATION IN THIS LEAFLET, call your healthcare professional. PREGNANCY DUE TO ORTHO EVRA® FAILURE The incidence of pregnancy from hormonal contraceptive failure is approximately one percent (i.e., one pregnancy per 100 women per year) if used correctly. The chance of becoming pregnant increases with incorrect use. If contraceptive patch failure does occur, the risk to the fetus is minimal. PREGNANCY AFTER STOPPING ORTHO EVRA® There may be some delay in becoming pregnant after you stop using ORTHO EVRA®, especially if you had irregular menstrual cycles before you used hormonal contraceptives. It may be best to postpone conception until you begin menstruation regularly once you have stopped using ORTHO EVRA® and want to become pregnant. There does not appear to be any increase in birth defects in newborn babies when pregnancy occurs soon after stopping hormonal contraceptives. ORTHO EVRA® is unlikely to cause an overdose because the patch releases a steady amount of the hormones. Do not use more than one patch at a time. Serious ill effects have not been reported when large doses of oral contraceptives were accidentally taken by young children. Overdosage may cause nausea and vomiting. Vaginal bleeding may occur in females. In case of overdosage, contact your healthcare professional or pharmacist. Your healthcare professional will take a medical and family history before prescribing ORTHO EVRA® and will examine you. The physical examination may be delayed to another time if you request it and the healthcare professional believes that it is a good medical practice to postpone it. You should be reexamined at least once a year. Be sure to inform your healthcare professional if there is a family history of any of the conditions listed previously in this leaflet. Be sure to keep all appointments with your healthcare professional, because this is a time to determine if there are early signs of side effects of hormonal contraceptive use. Do not use the drug for any condition other than the one for which it was prescribed. This drug has been prescribed specifically for you; do not give it to others who may want birth control. If you want more information about ORTHO EVRA®, ask your healthcare professional or pharmacist. They have a more technical leaflet called the Prescribing Information that you may wish to read. Special Precautions for Storage and Disposal Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15–30°C (59–86°F). Store patches in their protective pouches. Apply to the skin immediately upon removal from the protective pouch. Do not store in the refrigerator or freezer. Used patches still contain some active hormones. To help protect the environment and help prevent accidental ingestion by children or pets: Ortho Women's Health & Urology, Division of Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Raritan, New Jersey 08869 Janssen Ortho, LLC Manati, Puerto Rico 00674 © Ortho-McNeil-Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. 2001 PRINTED IN U.S.A. Revised October 2010 Contents: 3 transdermal systems Each 20cm2 system contains 6.00 mg norelgestromin and 0.75 mg ethinyl estradiol (EE). The inactive components are polyisobutylene/polybutene adhesive, crospovidone, non-woven polyester fabric, lauryl lactate, polyester backing film laminate and polyester release liner. 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Angela Farm Naturist Camping & Bungalowpark & Pool H-8371 Nemesbük, Lóhegyi út 63. Email : email@example.com Internet : www. naturistcamping-angelafarm.hu Tel: +36 83 341 035 Mobil : +36 20 9818 157 Fax : + 36 83 540 188 Dogs, cats and other little Darlings are with love expected. Do not forget the leash at home, please. Everything began like a tale: Once upon a time there was a teacher, who was dreaming about how she is going to spend the silver days of her life on her wonderfully situated full-green site in Nemesbük . She was also wondering how she is going to bring back to life that ruined country-cottage,how she is going to keep the natural beauty of the garden, she has already imagined how she is going to take a deep breath of fresh air every morning, listen to the birds, and teach her grandchidren how to love nature. But as the time has arrived, she simply had no more power. Then she told her 3 children: I give my empire to that person, who makes my dream come true. Came the third and she finally decided to share the experience with every nature-wonderer who can enjoy the sun, the air, the breeze so natural just like trees, flowers, birds and every creature do. That is the story how the "Angela-Farm" Naturist camping opened his gates to nature-wonderers in Nemesbük in 1996. You can find in West-Hungary - 9 km far from Keszthely, the capital of Lake Balaton - the village Nemesbük. Today it is still a very characteristic little village, situated approximately 4 km-s far north of Hévíz-Thermalsee. His simplicity has not been reached by the city-rush. The traffic increases only in summer on the main road of the village when tourists visit the wonderfully constructed, well-known Thermalbath in Kehidakustány, 4 km - s far from the camping. Natives and foreigners also buy properties here because of the world famous thermal bath in Hévíz. The modern Kolping Family Holiday Center in Alsópáhok is only 7 km far from here. The fact that Nemesbük is closed to the capital of lake Balaton Keszthely and the Lake Balaton makes the village attractive. On this part of the lake free strand " LIBÁS" can be found where bathing is gratis. One of many sights in Keszthely the fabolous castle Festetics is a significant building of the town that offers programs all year long. Around Nemesbük taking a stroll is always possible. The next sights can be reached by car in 30 minutes. For example : Rezi-Tátika-Fort ; underground cave lake in Tapolca;.... The Naturist Camping "Angela Farm" was opened in 1996. Only 4 km from Hévíz-Bath and 9 km from Lake-Balaton. The "Angela Farm" is a quiet, nature-close, naturist camping in the middle of nature, surrounded by forests, and with a lot of sunshine. It has a wonderful panorama and beautiful location. Briefly: a hidden paradise. It's location is still frequent: the thermalbaths of Hévíz and Kehidakustány, the coast of the Lake Balaton in Keszhely are only 5 minutes driving away. The complete area of the camping is 1,6 ha.The camp has 6 woodenhouses and 3 apartement in fix houses also. The 25 terraced tent-places offers enough place for cars, caravans and tents as well. More offers : apartement, woodenbungalows, camping places, sauna , massage, outdor-pool, pub...

Find providers and contact information Tours & Safaris in Røros Showing 1-10 of 29 results A sleigh ride through Røros town centre. Horse rides in the forest. Horse and cart during the summer. Røros. T: +47 906 69 248 / +47 970 28 495.... Every year in over a century M/S Fæmund II has been sailing on the Femund lake during the summer season. Get a great wiew of the lanscape surrounding... Raw Røros is an outdoor activity company like no other. Raw Røros is located in the UNESCO world heritage mountain-town of Røros. Our wide range o... Recreation park with activities for the whole family. Canoeing, boating, the ’Elias’ boat, fishing, nature trails, domestic animals, playground, ice fishing, ski trails, ski slopes and toboggan runs. Café serving dinner and lunch. National Park centre with information about Femundsmarka National Park and other protected areas in the Røros region. The Forollhogna mountains Forollhogna National Park is the kingdom of the great reindeer bucks! Forollhogna is often associated with impressive antler... We will take you on a walk to meet some of our craftsmen and women. We will gain a glimpse into how they produce their exciting products and the tec... Norwegian Winter Adventures A Norwegian winter is a true feast for all your senses, an experience to be treated with a degree of respect. Fjällnäs is a private mountain reserve with hotel, a non-denominational Chapel and Mii Gullo SPA with hot tub, sauna and relax. The reserve offers an e... The tour gives you an insight into how this mining society was created. There are many listed buildings here, where we'll also visit old backyards wit... Join us for an hour’s walk through 300 years of mining history. The guided tour takes you through the Nyberget mine dating from the 17th century and the Olav’s Mine from the 20th century, descending 50 metres below ground and 500 m into the mountain before reaching the massive Miner’s Hall.

We welcome you to share our home in the center of Almaty! My husband and I have a 3-bedroom apartment located in the city's Central District in a quiet 3-story residential building (our apartment is on a 2nd floor, no elevator but it's an easy walk). My husband and I share 1 bedroom, and we offer the other 2 bedrooms. This listing is for the Double bedroom (please see my other listing for a Single bedroom here: http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/179553) - Double bedroom sleeps two people on a pull-out couch (very comfortable and lays completely flat), price is $65/night ($440/week, $1680/mo) - add $15/night if staying for only 1 night (in either room) - freshly laundered sheets (we have washer in the apartment which you're welcome to use) and a towel - Bathroom with shower and hot water, and even a jacuzzi! - TV (mostly local channels) - Kitchen with microwave, coffee, tea, plates, etc. - iron and ironing board - closet space - hair dryer - **non-smokers only please** - **please contact us before booking, and please tell us your age, your profession, who you are traveling with, where you're from and what your plans are for Almaty. ** Lots and lots of restaurants, cafes, coffee shops and grocery stores are nearby - all within a 5-min walk (Silk Way shopping center and supermarket Centralnii make for a wonderful visit - both just two blocks away, La Tartine, a French Bakery, and Coffedelia for great coffee and dessert are also within a 2-block distance, and of course there are so many places to try famous 'shashlik' or lamb kebabs!) Main Central Square (called Republic Square/New Square, with the Gold statue and fountains in the center) is a 15-min walk, and Tsum, Arbat (Almaty's main walking street on which Tsum is located) is a 15 min walk. 28 Panfilov Heroes Memorial Park and the famous Arasan sauna are also a 20-min walk. - add $15/night if only staying for 1 night What a lovely couple they are! Tatiana and her hasband Michael, their hospitality makes your trip very memorable!! As it's titled, Tatiana's house is at great location and very comfortable like home:) There are some coffee shop, supermarket, internet cafe, travel agency, etc etc... with in a walk diistance, and you can also take a bus and taxi easily. She is willing to help you if you have questions. I highly recommend their place to all coming to Almaty. This host has 7 reviews for other properties.View Other Reviews My name is Tatiana, and I am originally from Belarus (Minsk). My husband Michael and I have been living in Almaty for the past 3 years (we moved here for his work - he is in the energy business). We love it here and know that you will too! I am taking English language classes, love to cook and entertain. Our weekends are spent in the mountains hiking and we'd be happy to take you along.

Wichita We keep things moving around here and stay on top of improvements. We are a Great Property with some Great amenities. We have a swimming pool, 7 mile jogging track and tennis court. All of our buildings have locked building entry doors. Each building has laundry facilities, free storage and brand new windows throughout. Our Maintenance guys are top notch and are on call for emergencies 24 hours. We also have a Police Officer that lives on-site that keeps an eye on the property and would handle any lock-outs or noise complaints. The location is perfect for your needs. We are 1 block North of Maple on Ridge Rd on the East side of the road. We are close to several great places. Wal-Mart, Lowes, Out Back Steak House, Panera Bread and Freddy’s. We stay very full and receive a lot of referrals from residents that live here, so come by, so we can get you started on the process of moving you into your new residence! Our 2 bdrms are all 940 sqft: Application Fee: $25 anyone 18 + Lease Terms: 12 months We are all electric and with our new windows you will Love it! Air Conditioning, Balcony, Deck, Patio or Porch, Cable Ready, Ceiling Fan(s), Dishwasher, Fireplace, Oversized Closets, Paid Utilities, Garage and/or Covered Parking, Extra Storage, Spa or Pool, Clubhouse, Sauna(s), Basketball Court(s), Tennis Court(s), Laundry Facility, Community Park, Small Dogs allowed, Cats allowed

- An unparalleled breadth and depth of programming - The nation’s leading teachers, authors, and thinkers - Weekend and 5-day programs in the fields of yoga, health and wellness, creativity, and spiritual practice - An extraordinary location (with spectacular views of the Berkshires) - All-natural whole-foods cuisine to delight the palate and nourish the body - An array of daily classes (yoga, meditation, and movement) and amenities (whirlpool, sauna, hiking trails, fitness room, and more). As the nation’s largest and most established center for yoga and holistic living, we have been providing people tools for optimal living for more than 30 years. Every visit immerses you in an experiential curriculum designed to bring vitality to your life from the inside out. Kripalu’s lifestyle curriculum - Inspired learning—study those things that will lead you to health and personal fulfillment through experiential programs with leading faculty - Daily practice—take regular time for self-focus and the cultivation of life-force, whether through yoga, dance, meditation, or other practices - Healthy eating—nourish yourself with delicious whole-foods meals made with all-natural ingredients by people who are passionate about good food - Body connection—integrate intellectual and emotional experiences in your physical body and experience deep relaxation through our renowned healing arts - Time for reflection—enjoy the chance to focus inward to notice the natural impulses toward health and balance and listen to the wise voice within - Nature—discover the energy of life as you feed your soul and invigorate your body, establishing a dynamic relationship between being and doing - People—there’s a unique spirit here that seems to bring out the best in people and creates a community of support for just being yourself. View calendar of upcoming programs and find one that’s right for you! Kripalu is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit educational organization whose mission is to empower people and communities to realize their full potential through the transformative wisdom and practice of yoga.

Paris’s Spa Valmont to Reopen at Le Meurice PARIS, France - Ideally located in the centre of Paris inside Le Meurice, a Dorchester Collection hotel, Spa Valmont reopens in September 2012 after a revitalising four-month interlude. The most avant-garde skincare specialist returns to this welcoming retreat in which to indulge its loyal fans and, thanks to an extensive range of quality treatments, offer the extreme effectiveness of its advanced cellular care. Spa Valmont for Le Meurice is a haven of tranquility extending over 340 square metres, decorated in soothing shades that mix bronze, celadon green and beige with accents of gold. The sense of welcome and comfort is immediate, thanks to architectural curves and generously rounded furnishings. Opening onto a delightful landscaped terrace and bathed in natural light throughout, the spa is equipped with three luxurious treatment suites including one double suite for ultimate intimacy. A nail bar, state-of-the-art fitness room, sauna, and two hammams covered with sumptuous pearly Bissaza mosaic complement the many opportunities to unwind. For unconditional relaxation, guests can cocoon in the comfort of the two rest areas or, why not, after a sauna or hammam, enjoy the invigorating virtues of the ice fountain, a nod at Valmont’s L’Elixir des Glaciers anti-ageing treatments. To celebrate this rebirth, Spa Valmont for Le Meurice manager Sylvaine Declèves proposes an exclusive and limited-edition treatment, Bulle Émotionnelle, a complete, revitalising facial protocol. After gently releasing tension with a facial drainage, Spa Valmont therapists dip their expert hands into ice and, with incredible lightness of touch, ease the area around the eyes to restore youthful firmness. The treatment continues with facial modelling and Valmont’s Renewing Pack for almost instantly radiant skin. Little by little, the intense cooling sensation of the menthol in the mask is balanced by the natural warmth of the hands as they massage the face. A hot towel wrap further enhances the sensation of absolute wellness; the mind escapes. The final act in this exceptional, personalized treatment is the careful application of a serum and skincare whose active ingredients are exactly suited to the skin’s karyotype. Visibly soothed and invigorated, the face glows. That’s the magic of Valmont. Like the hugely successful Valmont pop-up boutique, which exclusively offers the revolutionnary multi-action cure Time Master Intensive Program, Spa Valmont pour Le Meurice invites its most dedicated enthusiasts to take home its products and continue to benefit from the fabulous experience of Swiss skincare everyday. Le Meurice and Valmont: two names that cultivate elegance and innovation with passion. Hôtel Le Meurice 228, rue de Rivoli 75001 Paris Tél. : 33 (0)1 44 58 10 75

Choose your preferred language. We speak English (US) and 41 other languages. 1 The Knolls Sentosa Island, Sentosa Island, 098297 Singapore, Singapore – Show map |Premier Double or Twin Room with Garden View|| |Premier Double Room with Sea View|| |Constellation King Room|| |One-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool|| |One Bedroom Palawan Villa|| |Two-Bedroom Garden Villa|| |Contemporary Manor (3-Bedroom)| |Colonial Manor (3-Bedroom)| No booking fees • Save money! Best price guarantee — enter dates to see these prices! 378 properties in Singapore Including hotels, apartments, villas and more. 234 verified reviews They speak your language! Capella Hotel, Singapore's staff speaks: Chinese, Filipino, Malay, Japanese, Indonesian, French, English Booking is safe When you book with us your details are protected by a secure connection. Outdoor Pool (all year), Grounds, Terrace Golf Course (within 2 miles), Sauna, Fitness Center, Spa, Massage, Hot Tub, Bicycle Rental, Library Food & Drink Bar, Breakfast in the Room, Restaurant with Dining Menu WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge. Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed). Room Service, 24-Hour Front Desk, Currency Exchange, Concierge Service, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Ironing Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Center, Fax/Photocopying, Souvenir/Gift Shop Newspapers, Safe, Non-smoking Rooms, Facilities for Disabled Guests, Family Rooms, Elevator, Designated Smoking Area Chinese, Filipino, Malay, Japanese, Indonesian, French, English From 3:00 PM Until 12:00 PM Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to room type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room. Children and Extra Beds All children are welcome. One child under 11 years stays free of charge when using existing beds. One child under 2 years stays free of charge in a crib. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. The maximum number of cribs in a room is 1. Pets are allowed. No extra charges. Cards accepted at this property Hover over the cards for more info. Based on 233 reviews Value for money Show reviews from: Towering over the bay, this iconic hotel provides luxury with a rooftop infinity pool, 20 dining options, and a world-class casino. It has direct access to Singapore’s premier shopping mall. Score from 10755 reviews Excellent Located beside Chinatown MRT Station, PARKROYAL on Pickering boasts a dedicated wellness floor that features an outdoor pool, gym and 300-meter garden walk high above the street level. Score from 2410 reviews Wonderful Mövenpick Heritage Hotel Sentosa is a restored colonial building located at the heart of Sentosa Island, across from Imbiah Monorail Station and is a 10-minute walk from Universal Studios Singapore... Score from 841 reviews Very good With panoramic views of the South China Sea, the smoke-free Shangri-La's Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa has a modern tropical holiday experience along Siloso Beach. Score from 1132 reviews Very good the staff was world class shuttle buses A gorgeous setting and excellent service. The staff went out of their way to be friendly and helpful. Our room (Palawan Villa) was absolutely stunning. Nothing to describe Reservations: we were told twice that the hotel was full when we tried to book directly.! We managed to get a room on Booking.com. Flexibility of the staff is great. Late checking. This time we were very impressed by the quality of the food; much improved dinner; we would like to thank the Chef D. Senia and the junior Chef Julienne. For the first time, we did not feel like eating outside. The food was excellent. First time in 6 years! Both the Chef and the junior Chef took care of us extremely well. Many thanks to both of them. We shall come back Modern, luxury, comfort hotel~ Breakfast, swimming pool, hotel staffs are excellent~ Only slight disappointment was that the room's sound system did not have a docking for the new iphone5 / 6 The room was spacious and luxurious, and the view was so tranquil:) we felt pampered by every staff in the hotel:) The room and the birdsong Location Sea view Service Restaurant Gardens Huge price tag for everything Great rooms and setting Except the speed of the wifi and the slightly dated decor Everything - truly an amazing hotel The new building was great but didn't blend too well with the old building Love the place the staff the breakfast and the peacock !!!! That we had to leave Young couple from Perth now needs to renovate their house based upon how life changing it was to stay at this hotel. Can you believe peacocks strut around the grounds in all their splendour. Garden villa was quite expensive and to me not worth twice the premier room. Plunge pool is not necessary when you have 3 beautiful outdoor pool. Wifi signal very bad at villa. Premier rooms are generous, excellent staff and professional service. Beautiful setting, good quality great. I expected the hotel to have a top class star restaurant, like most of the hotels in Singapore have. They do have a great Chinese fine dine restaurant and a western "family" restaurant. The quality of the food was perfect though! The whole setup of the hotel, nice property, great service, amazing rooms, high quality! Thanks for a great stay! There is no halal food in the hotel Location & staff & room Food was not as good as the last time I went, wifi was poor at my room. 320 but other than that Capella lived up to its name Service was excellent as usual Temperature in room is a bit too cold. Appreciate the thoughfulness of the staff! Our 3rd visit and the standards of service remain impeccable. Keep up the efforts. Worst housekeeping, concierge and other staffs Limited/no transport options from hotel to main attractions for guests who did not drive to the hotel. Great location - close enough to all the attractions without the madness of being co-located with them. Knowledgeable staff, high standards of service. Very good food at all restaurants. Excellent spa. The wifi really sucked though, but didnt bother much because i still had my 4g. My girlfriend and i loved every moment, from the time we parked the car till the buggy ride to our one bed room villa everyone was super nice, check in was fast they even set up the room according to what i asked for of course with additional charges. If anyone is lookong for a good getaway. This is the place to be. All ok but come with the price. Leisure, quiet, cozy environment. It's a very relaxing and beautiful hotel. The room is very spacious with good view. It's staff is very friendly and have excellent service. Their chinese restuarant also is quite nice. Beautiful deco with nice food and not too costly. The pools and the trees around it the room We've negotiated with thousands of hotels to get the very best deals. We call them Secret Deals and they only last for a limited time. You can get these deals for free by subscribing to our newsletters. You can even choose your favorite destinations to receive personalized deals. Get started now by entering your email address. 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Telephone: 01279 600777 Experience time to revive and re-energise... No matter what your age or fitness ability, a membership of Manor of Groves Health Club has something for everyone. Our qualified team of professionals is on hand to help you every step of the way, whether you wish to just tone up or develop a full health and fitness regime. As a member, you can take advantage of fabulous benefits including: - Unlimited access to the 20m swimming pool, offering Aqua classes, adult and child swimming lessons and a cordoned off ‘Fast Lane’ for confident swimmers - Access to the 3-tier Techno Gym suite, full induction to the gym, and - 6 weekly reviews with our qualified gym instructors - Personal training sessions with our personal trainers at an additional cost - Relax and un-wind in our Spa, Sauna, Steam and Jacuzzi - 10% off Dermalogica treatments - Access to over 35 inclusive classes per week including Pilates, Aerobics, Fit ball and Boxercise - 2 free guest passes per month (worth £20.00) - Social membership to both the Health and Golf Club - Membership of our exciting Privilege Club offering discounts across the site and at our sister hotel - No yearly contract, only 3 months notice if you decide to leave We appreciate that everyone is different and therefore we offer an array of Health Club membership packages ranging from ‘Over 60’s’ through to ‘Full Peak’ memberships. Corporate membership can also be arranged for companies that wish to invest in the wellbeing of their staff.

These reviews are the opinion of an RVParkReviews’ member and not the views of RVParkReviews.com Date of Stay: August, 2014 - $65.00 Very well run campground. Office staff are excellent. Grounds are well maintained. Jumping pillow is new installation since our stay last year. Weather didn't co-operate with us again this stay, so we can't comment on the pool. The big pull-throughs provide ample space and new picnic tables. Overall is fairly quiet despite the train off in the distance, not loud enough to be disturbing. Look forward to staying again. We camped at 1000 Islands / Mallorytown KOA in a Motorhome.Undo Date of Stay: September, 2013 - $38.00 Rate reflects this weekend's 2 for 1 VKR special. Great campground. Grounds well kept, nice pool, sauna and hot tub. Close proximity to 401, but no road noise. Occasional train in the distance. Freshmart grocery store within walking distance. Dog really enjoyed the fenced in dog park. Never been a real fan of KOA parks, but this is the 2nd we've stayed at this summer and they're growing on me. A lot of activities for all ages. Will stay again. We camped at 1000 Islands / Mallorytown KOA in a Motorhome.Undo Date of Stay: May, 2013 - $53.00 We stayed here with another family for the May long weekend and were very happy with the experience. The staff escorted us to our lot and assisted with backing us in, which was helpful and appreciated. The site was large enough for my 28' travel trailer (31' from tongue to tail) but the services were spread apart a bit, which forced me to buy an extra length of water hose. This was surprisingly inexpensive for a campground. Family friendly and everyone was really helpful. My kids had a blast catching frogs in the pond and playing in the well equipped playground. The highlight of my weekend was when the owner did a second tour on the scheduled hay wagon ride that we missed by minutes the first time around. I have no doubt that we will be back next year. We camped at 1000 Islands / Mallorytown KOA in a Travel Trailer.Undo Date of Stay: April, 2013 - $53.00 New pull-through sites are long and spacious as well as level. All services worked well. Quiet setting away from traffic offers a good, peaceful rest. Rate reflects KOA discount including tax for a 50 amp site. Will stay again when next in area. We camped at 1000 Islands / Mallorytown KOA in a Fifth Wheel.Undo Date of Stay: April, 2010 - $54.00 A nice park with very good hosts. Much of it was under construction during our stay and the mini-golf and playground were both a little run-down. Nice sites, some well-maintained seasonals. We camped at 1000 Islands / Mallorytown KOA in a Travel Trailer.Undo Pre-Register below to access free and enhanced features coming in the near future. Access to marketing tools, ability respond to reviews and monitor performance as well as expanded listings. Essential Marketing resources, page insights, daily reports, setup and manage notifications of newly posted reviews. Expand your listing, Add photos and videos, update business details and more. More Information about our Campground Owner Management and its enhancements are coming very soon. Features subject to change.

|Description||Reviews||Hotel Rooms||Amenities||Hotel Board| Casa das Penhas Douradas 5 stars - based on 2 reviews Penhas Douradas, Apartado 9 Central Coast & Beiras, Portugal Number of Rooms: 18 Hotel Type: Hotel Prices: from 100.00 EUR to 155.00 EUR The Casa das Penhas Douradas may be some hundred years old but it can still be called a modern hotel which, being located some 4,500 feet high up on the Serra da Estrela mountain range, comes with simply breathtaking views. It has been revamped and modernized and in its early days was a true pioneer in what it claims to be the very first mountain lodge in the country. This is a dream place if you are looking for silence, musing and relaxation. Guest rooms have floor to ceiling windows over a green garden and emanate that cosiness that one associates with rustic architecture, with country retreats. Internet connection, satellite TV, DVD – modern amenities that are not incompatible with distance from civilization. A heated swimming pool with a panoramic view, sauna and hydro massage tub. And when we finally venture outside, we are met with an outdoor lover’s dream: trails and paths to explore the surroundings, mountain bikes at our disposal and – should the season require it – snow shoes and sledges. And all around us, mountain woods and lakes – and invigorating air that will do wonders to our lungs. The closest village is Manteigas, a 4,000-soul hamlet right in the heart of the National Park of Serra da Estrela. It’s worth visiting the thermal springs as well as the Glacial Valley of the Zèzere river that, by the way, will end up contributing its waters to the mighty Tagus. Casa das Penhas Douradas Reviews WIR HABEN UNS RUNDUM WOHL GEFÜHLT. DAS ESSEN WAR TOLL, DAS PERSONAL SEHR AUFMERKSAM, DER "ZVIERI" IM PREIS INBEGRIFFEN UND DIE LAGE FANTASTISCH. WAS SOLL MAN DA NOCH SAGEN: PERFEKT! FÜR EINEN WELLNESSFREAK LÖST DAS WORT "SPA" VIELLEICHT ETWAS HOHE ERWARTUNGEN AUS, WELCHE DANN NICHT GANZ ERFÜLLT WERDEN. Date of stay at the Casa das Penhas Douradas 18-10-2014 We loved the area, the design of the hotel,the food and the service. All was truly excellent and made for a great stay. If you want to take trails or just relax away from it all, this is the place to stay.by Deborah Date of stay at the Casa das Penhas Douradas 24-09-2014 Hotel Room Amenities Sports & Activities Tips from Travellers Find Traveller Tips on restaurants, cultural activities and things to do Read about our Favourite Destinations and Itineraries Suggest a Hotel that you think should be part of the Secretplaces selection Post a Tip on restaurants, culture and what to do Sign up to receive news on our favourite destinations, new hotels and promotions by email

Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour Photos of Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour Travelers also recommend: TravelPod Member ReviewsVictoria Marriott Inner Harbour This review is the subjective opinion of a TravelPod member and not of TravelPod.com. Historical Traveler Reviews Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour We stayed as this Marriott for a few nights during an August 2004 visit to Victoria. It's within a couple of blocks of the harbor, and the location is hard to beat. You can easily walk to the Parliament Building and the main commerce streets in Victoria. The hotel is just about three months old, so everything smells and looks brand new. The only drawback is that the rooms are smaller than average and the views are fine, but not phenomenal. Overall, a great choice. Service is excellent. Probably the best place to stay in Victoria. The hotel is plush and nicely decorated; very classy, and centrally located. The rooms are very well appointed, the beds are wonderful and the bathroom spacious. The staff is very professional and eager to assist you. This is the place to stay in Victoria; you will not regret it. Although it had only been open about 2 months when we stayed there, you wouldn't have know it unless they'd told you. The service and attentiveness was magnificent -- as if they'd been in operation forever. If they were still working any bugs out, we certainly couldn't tell it. We've stayed at about 4 or 5 different Marriotts in recent years and have come to realize that the Marriott chain always seems to put a real emphasis on customer service and hospitality -- definitely more so than any other comparable hotel group (i.e. Sheraton, Hilton, etc.) . Everyone always had a smile on their face and a pleasant hello. The rooms were nicely appointed, the beds very comfortable, and the location just a block and a half from the Empress and the inner harbor. The only meal we ate in the hotel was breakfast, which was very good (and extremely plentiful -- one serving of oatmeal was easily enough for 2). All in all a wonderful stay. The only thing they didn't have was a shuttle van to take us to the ferry (only a 5-10 minute walk, but with all our suitcases, just a bit too far, so we had to take a cab). Other than that, no complaints whatsoever. We'd stay there again without hesitation!! Nice, quiet place Stayed here for the grand opening rate. Good deal and I loved the room. Nicely decorated, very comfortable and a hallway from the door to the bathroom which kept out any noise at all in the halls. Doors did not slam and for four days I didn't hear a sound while in the room. Yes, make sure you request the one side where the construction isn't going on. Great location and nice, nice people. Workout room is great, which is always a priority for we jocks! You won't be disappointed. Great new Marriott in Victoria Stayed at this new Marriott for 4 nights during week of July 12. Used Marriott Rewards points for our stay -- 2 parent/1 child family. Very convenient in Victoria. Easy to get in and out of traffic-wise, and within easy walking distance of all downtown attractions, as it is 1 block from Inner Harbour. Well-appointed rooms. Quite comfortable beds, beautiful view from upper floors -- we were on 9th floor. Extremely helpful and courteous staff. They could direct us to just about any attraction and had great recommendations on restaurants and whale-watching companies in particular, as well as day trips up Vancouver Island's coast. We only tried the in-house restaurant for breakfast, and it was quite good. Also have a computer set up with free internet access, for those who wish to check their email. They also have a nice indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and exercise room. A free guest laundry as well - with detergent/fabric softener for sale in gift shop. There is construction going on next door and in front of the hotel, but we did not notice any excess noise from our room. Would highly recommend this Marriott. The hotel was beautiful. The staff was as polite and attentive as an Marriott I have ever stayed at. We did not like our room originally, and they immediately moved us to another room, with an upgrade. We enjoyed the stay so much, we extended our stay because we were having such a good time. I would definitely stay again. In the words of my son This place rocks! Just returned from a 2 week stay on Vancouver Island which included two 2-night stays at the beginning and the end of our trip. The opening special of $119/night is a tremendous bargain. The hotel is very upscale and the staff all went out of their way to make sure we were enjoying ourselves. Everyone we encountered had the right balance of professionalism and friendliness. We even received a little "welcome back" gift upon arrival the second time. I have to mention the beds. They are heaven! Incredibly comfortable - as are the robes. I liked the fact that I could open a window - although the traffic was often noisy. Temperature control in the rooms is efficient and quiet. This seems to be a perfect destination for business or family travel. My 8-year old son felt he was being treated like royalty. Tried the new Marriott New hotel, only open 1 month. Took advantage of their grand opening rate of C$ 119. Guest rooms are fairly spacious and well appointed. Fitness center is not overly large but has 5 treadmills, 4 ellipticals, 4 bikes, a universal and some dumbbells. Staff is new and for the most part just learning their jobs but everyone was friendly and helpful. Lots of package tour customers. It seemed like my colleagues and myself were the only guests here on business. One caution, they are building a new condo tower adjacent to the hotel and the digging starts at 7:00AM so be sure to request a room on the other side if you like to sleep in. Would return in a heartbeat to Marriott We happened onto this hotel while searching online for where to stay on our visit to Victoria. We lucked out with a grand opening special rate. Stayed 3 nights. The accomodations were very clean, quiet, luxurious feeling, with attention to detail. The staff was professional, friendly and helpful.While not a water view the property was easy to get to and within short walking distance of all of the major in town attractions. The convention center was approx 2 blocks away, Parliment Buildings and Empress within view. We would stay here again, gladly and recommend it highly Will stay again! This is a brand-new property, located close to the inner harbour and Victoria downtown attractions. It is one block behind the famous Fairmont Empress Hotel. There are many dining choices available within few blocks of the hotel property. Since this is not a water-front property and adjacent tall hotel building blocks views, my suspicion is that most rooms do not have views of the harbour. The rooms are quite posh, with excellent bath amenities, safe, iron, bath robes and a in-room bar. The hotel has a lap pool, zacuzzi and a steam sauna. The staff is very courteous and makes every attempt to satisfy your needs. Valet parking is available at $12 per day. TripAdvisor Reviews Victoria Marriott Inner Harbour Travel Blogs from Victoria Had a decent sleep. Woke up 7:15 but that was fine. Got started on a very relaxing Saturday morning playing catchup; reading, UP, tasks, Facebook, MyFitnessPal, Sims and lots of coffee. View from 15th floor of Marriott Inner Harbour outstanding. Check pix. Made oatmeal with blueberries and cream, cut up strawberries and cheese for Mom. Just relaxed … ... day it has been too. Weather; Another good one, no wind, rain, clouds, just perfect. Temp; 26o For those that want too, here is a link for you to follow us on our boat journey from this Sunday for 1 week, where we be travelling through to Alaska, via the inland passage, and the name of our ship is, "Grand Princess". Scroll down to ships then to Grand Princess, then bridgecam. ... ... 21733;伦比亚İ 65;的维多利 122;港市下了 3337;。然后， 25105;们参观了& #24067;查特花园 ，并参观了 ;维多利亚० 6;中心。这ŵ 24;的迷人风 809;给我们留 9979;了深刻的 ... ... nor the point closest to Canoe Rock. Along the way we met a kayaker who has circling Moresby as well. He was a worker at the farm. Didn't really talk too long as he was in a small kayak and there was a bit of chop in the area we met. Lots of good photos of the light marker and the boundary marker. There is a similar marker on Turn Point, and each serves as a reference point for the Canada-USA border. The whole trip was 21.4 kilometers. ... I felt it would leave my readers with less of a feeling of “you are there” than publishing it in a more timely manner. Another reason to share, we can print an easy to read accounts of our adventure and place the pages amongst the pictures in our cruise albums. Additionally, it provides those family members who follow an accounting of “where we spent our children's inheritance!”

Ive been on ice with ropes, axes, crampons. It always makes me nervous. Driving across a glacier? Thats insane.Mark Synnott, rigger We travel across the Vatnajökull glacier in a pair of ATVs 141>> (all-terrain vehicles) on steroids, two souped-up Toyota Land Cruisers dubbed superjeeps by Addi and Freyr. The drive from our guest house on the fringe of the glacier to our home-away-from-homecabins on the rim of Grímsvötn caldera, a cresting wave of rock in a sea of iceis about 70 miles (100 kilometers) and takes at least 4 hours. What makes the superjeeps so spiff? - Gigantic Tires 91>> Addi and Freyr deflate these for maximum traction in ice and snow. They look like spinning accordions but do the job, boldly taking us where only snowcats and skiers could have gone before the advent of the superjeep. A hose from beneath the hood permits the driver to jump out and reinflate the tires when road conditions become more, well, roadlike. - Ice Ladders These allow the jeeps to cross the widest crevasses. We attach them to the roof when we're not using them. (We also have winches for hoisting the vehicles out when the ladders dont quite do the trick.) - Several Hundred Liters of Diesel Fuel 22>> Running out of gas on Vatnajökull is not advised. - Global Positioning System (GPS) Using the same satellite navigation techniques as jet pilots, we drive along routes that skirt the ugliest cliffs, pits, ice caves, and crevasse fieldsexcept when those are our destinations. - Altimeter and Roll and Pitch Gauges 266>> These tell us whether or not weve exceeded the 40-degree climb angle the superjeeps can maintain on a slippery slope. - CB Radios and Cellular Phones These keep us in touch with the outside worldand with each other in a whiteout. Climbing and Caving Weve got the usual stuff: harnesses, static and elastic ropes, ice screws and ice anchors, ice axes for hands and crampons 11>> for boots, helmets, lights, carabiners galore. John and David carry digital camcorders, digital videotapes, expedition batteries, and lights (for night and caving shots). Icelands Glacialogical Society (a group of scientists and outdoor enthusiasts with a patriotic passion for ice) has built cabins on the rim of Grímsvötn volcano. Theyre cushier than some of Icelands finest hotels. For one thing, its hard to beat the view on a sunny daythe vast white glacier stretching to the horizon like a cloud ceiling glimpsed from an airplane window. The cabins are heated by pipes drilled directly into the geothermal field below, which releases intense heat. Shovel clean snow into a steel pot perched on a steaming pipe outside and five minutes latervoilàyou have fresh water. You must pass through three doors just to get inside the main cabin. The doors form a double protection against the elements. There are propane lights and a propane stove and padded bunks for sleeping. And in a separate cabin theres a heated bathroom, shower, and sauna 158>>. Yeah, thats right, a sauna in the middle of nowhere. © 1998 National Geographic Society. All rights reserved.

Leaves' Eyes Issues New Road Report Liv Kristine of Leaves' Eyes has checked in with following tour update: "Dear fans & friends, I can't believe that four weeks of touring is almost over, which means that there are only two more up-coming shows of this tour; today is Bochum, tomorrow the grand final in Hannover. Our last night will be very special, as Tarja and I already have been rehearsing and preparing a magic musical moment for our fans and friends attending the final show of the German tour leg. "Touring through the summer-like Europe with first Midnattsol /Serenity and then Tarja has been such a pleasure with many unforgettable moments. I was so happy to meet my sister Carmen and Midnattsol at Durbuy Rock in Belgium last week-end. After two great gigs, the night ended for some of the crew and band members in the bubble-bath at the hotel. Yesterday the band members and crews of Leaves Eyes and Tarja had a day off. Some of us spent the day in the sauna, some of us slept through the whole day, which we all deserved! "At night I was very happy to meet with Tarja in Bochum's city centre for some pasta and sharing stories and deep moments that have taken place throughout our careers. We have very much in common, and Tarja is such a sweetheart! I hope from the bottom of my heart that Leaves Eyes and Tarja will be sharing stage and highway again soon. See you all in Bochum and Hannover! Love, Liv." You can also check out the band's video update from the road here. Please share this article if you found it interesting. - Previous Article: Hunted Signs To Massacre Records - Next Article: Dead By April Announces European Tour 0 Comments on "Leaves' Eyes Issues Tour Update" Be the first to comment! Tell us what you think. (no login required) To minimize comment spam/abuse, you cannot post comments on articles over a month old. Please check the sidebar to the right or the related band pages for recent related news articles.

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Luxury Villa for 10 with outdoor swimming pool and panoramic views. Located in the best of Estoril within short distance from the Casino, the beach, the railway station, and the Estoril Golf course …see more This exquisite villa is designed with all aspects that can be expected in a luxury home. Situated in a quiet and peaceful district of Cascais, you can enjoy an exceptional property with 500 m2 of garden area and 300 m2. Great location 1000 meters from the famous Guincho beach (Cascais). …see more Open Space with private swimming pool, barbecue.Bus station and supermarket: 50 m. Highway: 3 min. By car 3min to Cascais or Estoril, 30min to Lisbon and 20 min to Sintra. Near Restaurants, fuel station. 2km to the beach. Maximium of Adults: 4 Maximium of childreen: 5 Maximium of Adults: 4 Maximium of childreen: 5 Feel like home and enjoy your holidays ! …see more Luxury Villa for 12 (10 adultas and 2 children) with private outdoor swimming pool, with heating option and amazing views over the ocean, perfect for having a great time and unforgettable holidays in Portugal. …see more Luxury Villa suitable for 16 with swimming pool of large dimensions, turkish bath, jacuzzi, games room and amazing garden with dining area & BBQ.Located in the best of Cascais, this property meets the perfect conditions for a family holiday. …see more Exceptional luxury holiday villa with swimming pool, sauna and golf putting green with beautiful views to the sea and Exceptional e luxuosa casa de férias com piscina, sauna e golf putting green com magnificas vistas sobre o mar e natureza envolvente. Exclusive property on the doorstep of the Estoril Golf Course. Large garden, private swimming pool, 2 min drive from the beach. The perfect place to relax, yet close to the beach and just 20min drive from Lisbon city. …see more Only 8 minutes walking through Parque Palmela to the beaches and boardwalk of Costa do Estoril. 30 minutes by train to the city of light, Lisbon, 25 minutes to the mystic Sintra or simply stay home and relax at the poolside. …see more Fabulous modern Villa with pool, spectacular views, 800 m from the beach, top area, tastefully decorated, ideal for families and golfers. One of the best houses in Estoril Beautiful property in a breathtaking location. …see more Extremely Peaceful With Great Panoramic Views With SPA/Sauna, Mini Golf And Swimming Pool 4 Bedrooms On Suite – Sleeps 8 2 Double Bedrooms plus 2 Single Bedrooms all With Privet Bathrooms This Property offers 4 bedrooms on suite, two with two single beds each, plus 2 d Our Website - www.holidayhomelovers.com …see more Casa de ferias com piscina para famílias Holiday house in Cascais situated in the quiet residential area 5 minutes drive from the center of Cascais and 5 minutes from the beach . In the streets around has market/butcher, ATM, pharmacy , newsagent , cafes and fuel pump …see more A unique pool house built from the surrounding pink granite. This small villa has it´s own pool and wonderful views overlooking Cascais and the Guincho coast. Two double ensuite bedrooms accommodating up to four people in a cozy atmosphere. …see more Charming Villa With Private Pool & Gardens & Stunning Coastline Views Property Hosts 2 Houses W/ Total Of 5 Bedrooms, Pool, Jacuzzi, Garden & Garage Wonderfully Located Villa Near Beaches & Surrounded By Sintra Hills …see more Charming Villa for 14 with outdoor swimming pool and games room. Located in the best of Estoril, this property is within a walking distance from the beach, the railway station, the Casino, tenis courts and the Estoril Golf course. …see more Cousine toute équipée Lounge Room avec chemine et couchage pour 2 Pax 1 Suite avec lit double / 1 suite avec 2 lits single / 1 chambre avec 3 lits single / 1 chambre avec 2 lits / 1 salle de bain avec douche e baignoire et 2 sales de bain dans les suites et jacuzzi. …see more Why Villa Sao Paulo? Because is a large oceanfront seaside holliday villa with pool in Portugal. Prime location, with amazing sea views, walking distance to beaches and restaurants in Portugal. Sleeps up to 36 guests, caters up to 100 guests. Perfect for family holiday or romantic weddings in Portugal by the sea! Wedding Planners Team available. …see more Nice house sleeps 10. Ten minutes walk from the beach where you can find a footpath that takes you along the sea through several beaches, like the famous Tamariz beach, restaurants and esplanades till Cascais. …see more Wonderfull Exotic Villa with Pool, Located At 2 km From The Beach & Sintra Natural Park Only 5 Minutes Away From Cascais Center. Enjoy An Private Pool With A Quiet Neighbourhood In The Best Of Cascais. Sleeps 8 (4 Bedrooms). …see more Amazing Villa for 20 w/ heated pool, tennis court & games room. Is located in the best of Cascais, between pine trees and has a fantastic view towards the sea. The place is very close to Sintra, world patrimony of UNESCO. Please note that we only accept families. …see more Self-catering luxury Villa with stunning sea views, just ten minutes from the Guincho beach and two minutes from the 18 hole golf course Penha Longa. Private pool and garden for al fresco dining. Ideal for families seeking relaxation and golfers. …see more 10 bedroom villa with private swimming pool and gardens, BBQ and deck area for al fresco dining, fully equipped and tastefully decorated. Fully equipped kitchen with double door fridge, microwave, dishwasher, electric oven, washing machine. Cascais centre beaches close …see more GOLFE; HIPISMO; NÁUTICOS. A 300mts: C.Hípico Beloura . Raio de 500mts: Restaurantes, Supermercados e Comércio local 1,5km Golfe Gp. Pestana; 1,5km Golfe Penha Longa; 4,5km Estoril Golfe Raio de 10Km : Praias, Montanha, Centro Histórico,Palácios e Museus. RESERVAS A PARTIR DE 2 NOITES ACONSELHA-SE TRANSPORTE PRÓPRIO …see more A tranquila Biskaya Villa apresenta vistas desobstruídas do Oceano Atlântico e da Praia do Guincho. A propriedade possui jardins paisagísticos, campo de ténis e uma piscina exterior. Se o hóspede necessitar de serviço de transporte, poderá solicitar com um custo adicional. Villa for 14 with Outdoor Swimming Pool, Sauna, Jacuzzi, Turkish bath & Game Room. Is located in Cascais at short distance from the sea, beside two golf resorts and at 5 min by car from the nearest beaches. The place is very close to Sintra, patrimony of UNESCO. …see more There is a golf area in the front, charming Villa With Private Pool Located In Most Exclusive Resort In Lisbon Coast. There is a walking Distance To Golf Club House And 1st Tee, Very Peaceful and a friendly location for kids. Sleeps 16 (5 Bedrooms). …see more Villa for 10 with outdoor swimming pool (9m x 3m), located in Cascais, beside the resort of Quinta da Marinha and at 3 min by car from the nearest beaches. It's very close to Sintra area (patrimony of UNESCO), only 30 min from Lisbon Airport and 5 min from Estoril. …see more The 18 hole golf course at Pestana Beloura is set in a 60 hectare area with views over the Sintra mountains. It was designed by Rocky Roquemore of the United States and opened in 1994. The course is flat has large greens and generous fairways, provides pleasurable game. In Sintra you breathe greenery. The greenery of the rugged slopes of the mountain that flank the town …see more The Beloura Golf Villa nº21 makes part of The Charm Villas and has been completely redecorated in March 2015 . Modern and refined you will find yourself confortable . We like to say that we provide handmade hospitality to our guests. You will feel it . Splendid villa for 9 within a walking distance from the beach & at 2 Km from tennis courts. This property is inside Sintra natural park and only at 15 minutes from Cascais. From there the most beautiful coastal area of Lisbon is accessible within 10/20 minutes drive. …see more Villa for 9 people w/ swimming pool and panoramic views, located at 2,5 km from the beach, inside Sintra natural park, UNESCO World Heritage. The spirit of this house is nature and tranquility close to the beach and the cultural heritage of Sintra. The capacity of this …see more Beautifully preserved c. 300 years old country house recently restored with antique materials, in a charming, tasteful and idyllic village " Eugaria" 2 km from Colares, in the protected Hill of Sintra Mountains, 8km from Sintra, UNESCO W. H. site and 5km to the beaches Luxury, decorated with antique rustic furnishing; sunny and flowered patios; swimming pool; superb views. …see more The villa in Sintra has 3 bedrooms and has capacity for 8 people. The villa is coquettish, is modern, and has 200 m². It has views to the swimming pool.The house is situated in a charming neighborhood surrounded by the forest. …see more Stunning villa for 20-25 w/ fenced pool & heating option, located in the Natural Reserve of Sintra, surrounded by mountains, trails for trekking & biking. The most beautiful beaches of Portugal & Sintra's World Heritage historical monuments are just a few minutes away. …see more Quinta Blue Eden is a beautiful property with total capacity for 29 people but thanks to its dimensions and to its two swimming pools, it can be used in two separately areas allowing to have different guests at the same time in perfect conditions of privacy. Each group can enjoy an exclusive pool and terrace. …see more Feel the magic of Sintra! Our cosy little cottage sleeps 2. Breakfast included in the price. Private garden with amazing views. Use of private pool & table tennis Fully equipped kitchen. Underfloor heating for winter stays. Within walking distance of historic center. Your breakfast is provided for you to serve yourself in your own space, and time. No clock watching here! …see more Luxury Villa for 14 w/ outdoor swimming pool, games room & amazing views over the ocean. Located in the best Cascais and of the Lisbon Coast, this property meets the perfect conditions for a family holiday surrounded by an unique natural environment! Generously designed luxury villa in village near Cascais- and Sintra coastline; 4 en suite bedrooms, sea view, glass-enclosed unheated pool, garden, conservatory with view down to the ocean; a courtyard in the middle of the house to give freshness during the summer. Several golf courses near our area. Quinta da Marinha, Penha Longa or Oitavos Club, are 15 min. drive away Villa Sintra Mourisca. Self-catering Portuguese villa with stunning mountain views, just 5 minutes from the beach, 10 min. from de Golf and 2 min. from the historic Vila of Sintra. Private pool and terrace for al fresco dining. Ideal for families seeking relaxation. Mountain, Beach, Pool, BBQ, Garden, Terrace, Golf, Culture, History, Sunset, Relax, Serene, Splendid Views. …see more Luxury villa with panoramic views and outdoor swimming pool. Located in the heart of the beautiful coastal area of Cascais/Sintra, this property with sea view conveys peace and class, ensuring unique and exclusive vacations.. …see more Standing on side of highest hill in the vicinity of Colares, in the village of Penedo, with the Serra da Sintra mountain range, a World Heritage site and National Park, in the backgound, this villa boasts stunning views over the valley and the sea towards local beach Situated in peaceful village within easy reach of beaches, seawater pools, restaurants, shops, local markets …see more This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for. This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. This is the total cost of the stay for the dates and number of guests that you entered. This price is an estimate based on the latest rate information available to us. 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Chapel @ Pickwell Manor from £58 /night help Price for guests, Nights approx: from £58 /night help Price for guests, Nights approx: Estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the total cost. Converted Chapel / 1 bedrooms / sleeps 2 Availability Your dates are available Converted Chapel / 1 bedrooms / sleeps 2 Pickwell Manor is a stunning period manor house set in the heart of the hamlet of Pickwell, yet within easy walking distance of Putsborough beach and a few minutes drive from the popular Croyde and Woolacombe beaches. On site there are 6 acres of wonderful gardens and grounds including an Italian garden, walled garden and areas of woodland. There is also a tennis court and games room. The Manor has been sensitively converted into 8 apartments with the recent additions of the converted laundry (Amity - Home ID 57330) and now the Chapel which are both situated in the grounds of the Manor. The Chapel is a small magical hideaway with a charming one room up and one room down structure. It has been perfectly designed to meet all your needs for a weekend break or a longer stay for a week or more |Size||Sleeps up to 2, 1 bedrooms| |Check in time:||16:00| |Check out time:||10:00| |Nearest beach||Puttsborough 800 m| |Nearest Amenities||1 km| |Nearest travel links||Nearest airport: Exteter 60 km, Nearest railway: Barnstaple 14 km| |Notes||No pets allowed, No smoking at this property| Features and Facilities |Luxuries||Internet access, DVD player, Staffed property, Sea view| |General||Central heating, TV, Pool or snooker table, Table tennis, Games room, Wi-Fi available| |Standard||Kettle, Toaster, Iron| |Utilities||Clothes dryer, Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine| |Rooms||1 bedroom, 1 bathrooms of which 1 Shower rooms| |Furniture||Double beds (1), Dining seats for 2, Lounge seats for 2| |Other||Linen provided, Towels provided| |Outdoors||Balcony or terrace, Shared garden, BBQ| |Further details indoors| This magical space retains many of its original features such as the beautiful arched windows, the white-washed beams and the impressive large door which has been hand crafted from solid oak. Restful hues of white, grey and soft pink create an understated elegance and sophistication. The Chapel is one room up, and one room down and provides all that you need for your holiday. Downstairs, the kitchen is hand-made in Devon and provides sufficient space to rustle up a gorgeous meal. The bespoke concrete dining table and 50's style diner seats are ideal for a meal for two, by candle-light. The wet-room, which is situated just off the kitchen has a shower made to be shared, with separate shower heads from the ceiling. Up the ladder-like stairs you will find a sanctuary of calm. A sumptuous double bed with a beautiful headboard covered with a welsh blanket fabric. A small dressing table, large chest of drawers and a flat-screen TV and DVD are yours to enjoy in this surprisingly spacious room. |Further details outdoors| Situated within the ground of the Manor 'The Chapel' has the advantage of providing a secluded hideaway whilst also offering many advantages of being in a large Manor house which includes 6 acres of gardens that span the front of the house. These gardens include the sun terrace with its breathtaking sea view; the Italian garden with its croquet lawn; the tennis court and 2 beautiful woodland areas. During school holidays the rental period is usually for a full week from Friday to Friday, although please enquire if you are interested in a shorter break. Outside of school holiday both weekend, long weekend and mid-week breaks are welcome. ONLINE BOOKING IS AVAILABLE VIA THE OWNERS WEBSITE. The Devon region The North Devon coast provides a fantastic location for a holiday and Pickwell is the perfect base from which to explore the region. Situated on the ‘Golden Coast’ – an area of ‘Outstanding Natural Beauty’ Pickwell is a few minutes from the coastal path and benefits from breath taking country and sea views. Under an hour from the M5 it also benefits from being one of the most accessible coastal sections of the West Country. There are a whole host of wonderful places to explore within easy reach by car from Pickwell Manor (or by bike for the more adventurous). We are just 25 minutes from the western section of Exmoor National Park. This is the location of one of favourite walks at Heddon's Mouth (it has everything pub, stream, woodland, beach). Also situated in this part of Exmoor are the historic villages of Lynton and Lynmouth linked by their famous water powered railway and then further north is the village of Dunster with its 11th Century castle which provides a great day out. Heading inland along the estuary is the Tarka trail cycle path leading from the local village of Braunton through to the market town of Barnstaple and then on to Bideford and Torrington along the old disused North Devon railway network . The route passes through the largely unspoilt countryside as it was described by Henry Williamson in his classic novel ‘Tarka the Otter’. Going south from Barnstaple where the Taw and Torridge rivers meet is the quaint fishing village of Appledore –known as much these days for its book festival as for its fascinating fishing heritage. Just the other side of Hartland Point is another famous fishing village, Clovelly. Pickwell Manor actually has a sea view looking out towards Hartland. From the gardens we also have a view out towards the island of Lundy - known for its rugged walks and its migratory birds. Day trips can be arranged from nearby Bideford or Ilfracombe. The area has a number of beautiful National Trust properties including Arlington Court and at Torrington is Rosemoor one of the RHS's flagship gardens. At Pickwell we are completely spoilt with 4 amazing sandy beaches all within a short distance of the Manor. Croyde, Woolacombe, Saunton Sands and Putsborough are spectacular surfing beaches with beautiful golden sand and sand dunes. All the beaches have beach car parks if you don’t want to walk across the fields. You can find a video of the spectacular walk from Pickwell to Putsborough beach on the following link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o6KlMuPTQLw From Putsborough you can follow the route of the breathtaking coastal path around Baggy Point to Croyde. As you reach Croyde Sandleigh Tea rooms are perfectly situated for a well earned rest and a cuppa or maybe a cream tea http://www.sandleigh.info/ . Alternatively you walk along the 2 miles of sands from Putsborough beach round to Woolacombe beach and back for a perfect afternoons walk. The hamlet of Pickwell is also just a 10 minute walk to the village of Georgeham (once home to Henry Williamson). In addition to the well stocked village shop & post office its also boasts 2 fantastic pubs The Rock Inn www.therockgeorgeham.co.uk and the Kings Arms www.therockgeorgeham.co.uk. They give any Pickwell Manor guest fantastic dining opportunities on their doorstep. Then just slighly further afield Braunton, Woolacombe and Croyde all have a good selection of restaurants or why not take a trip to the nearby fishing port of Ilfracombe and try Damian Hurst's restaurant No 11 The Quay. If you fancy a dining experience a little more off the grid then you might want to consider the family run Mortehoe Shellfish restaurant just a 15 minute drive along the coast. The area provides a wealth of opportunities for sporting adventure whether on or off the water. Surfing, kayaking, kite surfing, coasteering, sailing, sea fishing and diving can all be arranged from local beaches or ports. For those who prefer to stay on land then rock climbing, horse riding, cycling, running, mountain biking, shooting and quad biking are all ideal activities that can be pursued locally. For those keen on a round of golf we are less than 15 minutes from Saunton Golf Club - with two championship courses that are amongst the West Country's finest. Obviously we hope that you will get lots of warmth and sunshine when you are staying at Pickwell and can get plenty of time on the beach and the freedom to explore without any cares. If however you get the odd rainy day here are a few ideas of activities in the locality: Cream tea at Sandleigh NT tea rooms @Croyde; lunch, tea or a glass of something stronger @Saunton Sands Hotel; Broomhill sculpture gardens restaurant and gallery @Muddiford; Arlington Court NT property & carriage museum; Pampering @Woolacombe Bay Hotel (gym, pool, steam room, sauna + spa treatments); cinemas @Barnstaple & @Ilfracombe Guest reviewsPowered by TripAdvisor Guest reviews no reviews Guest reviews Powered by TripAdvisor - 5 star - 4 star - 3 star - 2 star - 1 star Very Good 4/5 Help other travellers decide where to stay Add your voice to the conversation about this holiday home and your review will appear on TripAdvisor too.Write a review 1 Nov 2013 The pace was a bit small but idea for a long weekend. The owners were really helpful, good facilities on site, Marvellous area to stay espacecially if you want to surf...can imagine it gets really busy during peak season though. Will be back to stay at Pickwell but probably for longer and in a bigger apartment. You're booking with Richard Elliott (Property Manager Pickwell Manor) - 6 Years listed 80% Response rate Calendar last updated:16 Apr 2015 Based in United Kingdom Credit cards accepted - +44 (0) 7903 023280

Two Roads Through West Cork Published: March 13, 1988 (Page 4 of 4) BANTRY: Bantry House (27-50047), which recently added hotel facilities to the established stately home museum, has nine double rooms, all with bath, for about $75 a night, including breakfast. Dinner is about $40 for two, with wine - shepherd's pie is a specialty. The house can be visited daily; admission is about $3. KINSALE: The Blue Haven Hotel (21-772209), has 10 rooms, 7 with bath. Bed-and-breakfast for two ranges from about $60 to about $85. The restaurant, closed in January, serves mainly seafood; dinner for two with wine is about $65. GLENGARIFF: The 250-year-old Eccles Hotel (27-63003) has 60 rooms, all with bath and most with views of Bantry Bay. Bed-and-breakfast for two is about $50. A five-course dinner for two, including wine, is also about $50 -mussels in garlic butter is a specialty. Tennis, squash, snooker and a sauna are available; there are ballad sessions in the bar at night. SKIBBEREEN: The West Cork Hotel (28-21277) has 40 rooms, all with bath. Bed-and-breakfast for two ranges from about $55 to about $60. Dinner for two with wine is about $50. Fresh local fish is a specialty. The hotel and the restaurant are closed during Christmas week. BALLYVOURNEY: The Mills Inn (26-45014) has six rooms, two with showers. Bed-and-breakfast for two costs about $40, and dinner for two is about $50, with wine. The pub lunch - smoked salmon, homemade brown bread, a pint of Guinness - is about $6 a person. CASTLETOWNSHEND: Mary Ann's (28-36146) has no overnight accommodations. A pub lunch consisting of local salmon, smoked trout or prawns with homemade soda bread, salad and a pint of Guinness is about $10. There are sing-alongs on Wednesday and Sunday evenings. ON TOUR IN WEST CORK SIGHTS TO SHE In Bantry Bay, Garinish Island has gardens with subtropical plants nurtured by the Gulf Stream. The ferry from Glengariff operates every 20 minutes between March 1 and Oct. 31. Ferry tickets cost about $6; admission to the island is about $2. Creagh Gardens, on the coast near Skibbereen, are at their best in May and June, when the azaleas and rhododendrons are blooming. The gardens are open daily from 10 to 6, Easter to Sept. 30; admission is about $1. The recently restored Charles Fort in Kinsale is an example of a 17th-century star-shaped fortress. It is open daily from mid-June to mid-September; times vary for the rest of the year. Admission is about $2. On the road from Macroom to Blarney are the Dripsey Woollen Mills, with an outlet shop that sells blankets, bolts of tweed, handknit sweaters, skirts, shawls and more, at 25 to 50 percent less than store prices. A handknit Aran sweater sells for about $80; tweed, depending on weight, is about $10 to $20 a yard. The shop is open weekdays and Sunday afternoons. Photos of County Cork, Ireland (Blaine Harrington; Liam Blake) (pgs. 32-33, 40, 87); map of Ireland highlighting County Cork (Pg. 40)

The Coalition Government has produced a set of policies which herald the most far reaching changes within the NHS since its inception in 1948. The White Paper published on July 12 2010 began to give some detail about the new landscape but left many areas unclear with a strong implication that the government expects people, not government to create ‘Big Society’. In addition, major changes to the core structure of the NHS were introduced in April 2013. PCTs and SHAs are now replaced by CCGs. Simultaneously, CSUs were created to run IT, ICT and other essential support functions to sustain the day-to-day operations of the CCGs. This has resulted in a paradigm shift in the general working of the NHS and going by the Health Secretary’s plans for the future, there are more significant changes to come in the next 12 months. As a healthcare professional, how are you coping with current and emerging change? How will it impact your role and responsibilities? How can you be better prepared for further budget cuts? The Healthcare Strategy Forum once again promises to deliver a full circle of innovative and interactive workshops, presentations and one to one networking opportunities over a two day format. Since the event is ’invitation only‘ you can be assured of the seniority of peers in attendance. Our research led event production process ensures we deliver the most up to date and relevant topics and presentations from well known industry figureheads. Two days time investment is all you need to ensure you walk away with a significant amount of information to take back to your organisation to add real value and make the time invested extremely worthwhile. The Strategy Forum is unique and unlike any other event, here’s why: Set within 440 acres of inspiring Oxfordshire countryside, De Vere Venues Heythrop Park is a unique, rural retreat, located within easy reach of London and the Midlands. Dating back to 1710, this quintessential English country estate seamlessly combines elegance with style. As such our Oxfordshire venue is wonderfully suited to all manner of events, from spectacular weddings to private business functions. Relax and rejuvenate at our indoor leisure complex with pool, gym, sauna, steam and beauty treatment rooms, or if golf is your passion, tee off on our very own 18-hole golf course. With the Cotswolds on our doorstep and the historic city of Oxford within easy reach, De Vere Venues Heythrop Park is the perfect base for exploring this tranquil, yet inspiring region of England. National Adviser in EHealth for Nurses, Midwifes, Allied Health professionals, Our pre-scheduled business meetings enable Providers and Delegates to book meetings in advance of the event, each delegate and provider get a meeting schedule at the event to ensure you maximise your time out of the office. Think tank sessions enable intensive research, ideas on collaboration with peers and an opportunity to consult with providers and industry experts on your most burning issues. Develop business with others, organisational direction & strategy and embed, share and obtain expert views to move your organisation forwards. Our signature Peer2Peer networking sessions are a fantastic way to make new contacts. As well as exchanging ideas & business cards you will walk away with over 100 new contacts and a diary full of new appointments.

Heat is oppressive. It wasn't until this summer that I fully began to understand the effects of a never-ending swelter. With a heatwave lasting the length of the sunny season bearing down on me, cool air has seemingly become a luxury of the past. I now realize just how often I took air conditioning (and a hundred other little things) for granted since I moved into a new apartment in a new city. I used to think heat was glamorous. After reading books set in the deep south such as The Secret Life of Bees and watching movies like Gone With the Wind, my perspective has become skewed. I imagine pretty girls in patterned dresses drinking lemonade on the back porch and fanning themselves with a good book to stave off the sultriness of summer. Oh, was I wrong. My apartment is on the top floor of a building; when temperatures rise, the heat in the building rises, and I'm left with a kitchen that could pass for a sauna. The blazing sun has become an unwelcome sight in my windows. Keeping the blinds closed has become something of a survival tactic, as my apartment converts into a stifled cave when I struggle to keep out the heat. I have a small wall air conditioner, but it is useless against the rising heat of the building, scarcely lowering the temperature after running for most of the day. The heat rarely registers below ninety degrees in my living room and I am starting to understand how food roasting in the oven must feel. At night the temperature impossibly rises as I strip the bed of sheets and fall into a fitful sleep in the path of an industrial fan. I've suffered bouts of heat exhaustion simply from lying on the couch in a heat induced stupor for too long, exhausted and dehydrated from doing absolutely nothing. There is nothing glamorous about heat. I couldn't have been more wrong in my fantasies of the women of the south and their glasses of lemonade and magazine fans. Now, after living in my own little "deep south," I can appreciate how much people do suffer in the heat, with humidity so high that it suffocates and air so still it feels like a boa constrictor slowing wrapping itself around your body. Heat is really just sweat, frizzy hair, and dreams of crawling into the freezer next to the frozen vegetables. Last weekend, my parents held a small summer party and I offered to make a couple desserts. Outside in the hot summer air, these Summer Berry Pavlovas were a cool treat to serve and impress. They are light and delicate, which is a lovely quality during the dog days of summer when a bowl of cold cereal is good enough to call dinner. This Summer Berry Pavlova is sweet, light, and fresh. The pavlova is a large meringue with a crisp exterior and a soft, marshmallow-like interior. When the pavolva cools, the center collapses, revealing a cavity that is filled with a white chocolate whipped cream. The pavlova is topped with fresh raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries, with white chocolate shavings and a dusting of powdered sugar. These are a cool delight when the heat is high and friends are near. Summer Berry Pavlova Yields 4 mini pavlovas 1 teaspoon vinegar (or lemon juice) 4 large egg whites, room temperature 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 cup (225 grams) granulated sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 2 teaspoons vanilla extract In a large mixing bowl, place the vinegar onto a paper towel and rub over the bowl and egg beaters to eliminate grease (which can prevent the meringue from rising). Beat together the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Gradually add the sugar and cornstarch while beating and keep beating until stiff, shiny peaks form. Whip in the vanilla extract. Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper (do not skip this step!). Divide meringue into 4 equal portions and form into disks approximately 2 inches high, creating a slight dip in the center for filling later. Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until meringues appear dry and are barely gaining color. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and allow pavlovas to cool to room temperature before removing from the oven (the centers will fall; do not be alarmed). Very carefully remove from parchment paper and transfer to serving dishes. White Chocolate Whipped Cream & Berries 1 3/4 cups (414 ml) whipping cream 1/4 cup (59 ml) white Creme de Cacao liquor 1 tablespoon powdered sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Fresh raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries White chocolate shavings Powdered sugar, for garnish Meanwhile, whip together the whipping cream, white Creme de Cacao liquor, powdered sugar, and vanilla until peaks form. Chill the whipped cream until ready to serve. Fill the centers of the meringue with whipped cream. Top with fresh berries and white chocolate shavings. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired. Serve immediately.

I was recently a guest at this hotel during the Texas FFA Convention in Corpus Christi. The hotel location was failrly close to the convention and there were lots of restaurants nearby. The hotel was great, beds are super comfortable and the staff is incredible. Highly recommend this location. - Official Description (provided by the hotel): - The Comfort Inn Ingleside offers a free continental breakfast, free high speed internet, managers reception Mon-Thu, outdoor pool, spa, and sauna, and a fitness center. The hotel is conveniently located on Hwy 361 with easy access to local businesses and attractions and offers service you will remember with a smile. ... more less - Reservation Options: - TripAdvisor is proud to partner with Travelocity, Expedia, Booking.com, Cheap Tickets, Orbitz, Priceline, Choice Hotels, Hotels.com and Agoda so you can book your Comfort Inn reservations with confidence. We help millions of travelers each month to find the perfect hotel for both vacation and business trips, always with the best discounts and special offers. - Also Known As: - Comfort Inn Ingleside - Ingleside Comfort Inn

Bright, big, and ready to be your home away from home, the spacious villas from Silver Lake Resort come complete with all of the amenities, conveniences, and privacy you enjoy at home, but with all the great activities you expect from your Florida vacation. Just a short distance away, you will find Walt Disney World, Epcot, and the ESPN Wide World of Sports complex. Looking for family fun? Look no further than Silver Lake Resort. Catch a movie at the on-site movie theater, splash in the pool, or head out for the world-famous family fun of Walt Disney World! Whether you prefer shopping together, relaxing in the sauna, or just lounging in your villa, Silver Lake Resort is the ideal location for your romantic getaway. - Restaurant Onsite - Pets Allowed - Property Size N/A - Conference Facility - Kids Allowed - Nearby City N/A - Nearby Water N/A - Open Dates All Year - Orlando International Airport (MCO) / 18.2 miles - Bartow Municipal Airport (BOW) / 30.2 miles - Orlando Sanford International Airport (SFB) / 36.8 miles * Not all airports listed here may be open to public use, or service commercial flights

Le Méridien Qingdao SPA offers the modern traveller a soothing retreat after a long day or busy week or simply after the rigours of travel. Located on our third floor and operated by our spa partner, the elemental and understated SPA is the perfect destination for those seeking absolute renewal. Reflecting a simple passion that is profoundly relaxing, the spa's features and offerings include 12 private rooms, aromatherapy treatments, Oriental-style massage and body therapies, a whirlpool, as well as access to the hotel's adjacent indoor heated swimming pool and steam and sauna rooms. |Horário do spa.:||1:00 PM - 12:00 AM|

Thousands of fans gathered in Southern California to feed their comic book and film obsessions at Comic-Con this week, but what indulgences were on the stars’ minds? “Books. I’m an obsessive reader. I probably should read less – it’s like an addiction,” Kate Beckinsale — who hit up the annual convention to promote her upcoming “Total Recall” reboot – admitted to Access Hollywood’s Scott “Movie” Mantz of her reading obsession during an interview at the 2011 Comic-Con in San Diego, Calif., on Friday. “I studied French and Russian, so I like those, but I like the modern novel and I loved ‘Harry Potter.’ I’m really sad about that being over. “My daughter’s into ‘The Hunger Games’ now,” Kate continued, referencing Suzanne Collins sci-fi trilogy, which will soon be brought to the big screen in a film adaptation starring Jennifer Lawrence, Elizabeth Banks and Josh Hutcherson. “I haven’t read that yet.” As for Kate’s sexy “Total Recall” co-star Colin Farrell, the Irish-born actor’s obsessions were a bit more… diverse. “I geek out about the idea of a sauna. I love saunas,” Colin told Scott, laughing. “Is it possible to geek out about the notion of saunas? Yeah. I love saunas! “And peanut M&Ms and things,” he continued. “Ferrero-Rocher [candies] and football maybe — AKA soccer in America.” See Kate and Colin team up (along with Jessica Biel and Bryan Cranston) in “Total Recall” – slated for release in August 2012. Copyright 2015 by NBC Universal, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.

Text and pictures © 1997-2015 Guillaume Dargaud Last updated on 2012/12/14 "To strive, to seek, to find and not to yield" — Tennyson's Ulysses Right: Stefania in front of the Dome C distance sign pole. Computed by me and built by the cook. 1997's trip to Antarctica was short but pretty intense: we had temperatures down to -50°C (-58°F) during the last nights ! Left: Twin Otter leaving Terra Nova. It took me 17 days to get to Dome C. This place is just far. After the long flights from Europe, I spent a week in Christchurch waiting for those damn American C130 to take off. I'd never been in anything so noisy, it's hard to believe the doors are even closed... or maybe I was sitting inside one of the engines by mistake. And it was crowded too, everybody sitting on each other on some kind of net. Then 2 days in McMurdo, waiting. Although discovering a new Antarctic base is interesting, this is one of the ugliest place I've ever seen: ugly buildings everywhere, dirt, misty weather. Looks like New Jersey in winter. The food is bad, you have to pay for the beer and they have karaoké parties. That about sums it up ! Then I hopped on a Twin Otter for a short flight to Terra Nova Bay, the Italian base. There, good (and warm) weather, good food, nice base, nice people. It's located further north at the tip of a small peninsula, with a nice view on icebergs, a huge glacier and a 2500m volcano. But no penguins, and the only birds are a couple of voracious skuas. There I had to wait for a week before the flight to Dome C. I worked as a crane driver, mechanics, electrician... you name it. I ended up all greasy and managed not to kill myself. My boss, Stefania Argentini, joined me there. And finally we made it to Dome C on Jan 17th. It was really warm when we got there: -25°C (-13°F). And then as the days went by, it got colder. There's not much to see there. Actually it is more precise to say that there is absolutely nothing there: it's desperately flat, white and cold. Once you've seen the horizon, you've seen it all. The sun never set during our stay so we couldn't even count on a nice sunset to provide some change, but we saw some parhely circles with multiple suns and some Peary's arcs. For the rest, it's all work, eat and sleep. Above: 360° panorama of DomeC taken from the center of the station in January, before the arrival of the traverse. Left: Two of the four sleeping tents Left: Exceptional phenomenon: the Peary's arcs The sun never set during our stay, so there wasn't any nice sunset to look at. But on the other hand we saw some strange weather phenomena: the classic parhely, a kind of rainbow circling the sun formed by ice crystals in the atmosphere and sometimes visible in winter in 'more normal lands'. Less common, the '5 suns' are a parhely circle with reflexions of the sun on the left, right, top and bottom of it. Even more rare, the Peary's arcs which are multiple reflexions of light in ice crystals, forming strange lines in the sky. Beautiful and intriguing. Work: our gear arrived 2 days after us. We rushed to set it up in less than 2 days. I had to work outside at -35° for hours without gloves to connect some hair-thin wires. So much for experiments designed by people in comfy labs in Italy. Then there was a pause to wait for the first results. And then we started crunching numbers to get some results that looked fairly good. Left: A glaciologist taking snow samples. This big hole was done as an attempt to recover the drill when it got stuck for a few days. Fortunately it was not needed. In the background the drilling 'tent' is visible before its completion. Right: The drilling hole. It starts at 8m below ground level and goes down to -119m. The plan is to reach bedrock at about -3200m within a couple years. Temperature at -8m is -53°C, which is the average temperature at Dome C. Strangely, it is the exact same average temperature than Mars ! Right: A mini-sodar for wind measurements. The first experiment I set up was a Sodar for the CNR of Frascati. It's an acoustic device that makes measurements of the lower atmosphere, up to an altitude of about 400m. Two antennas send a 'beep' every 4 seconds. The echo is then measured and analyzed on site. After two days we ran in some trouble: the pre-amplifier of one of the receiver broke down, probably due to the cold, and the screen of one of our PC fried. Nevertheless we were able to run the experiment fairly well. Left: A meteo mast for radiation and turbulence measurements. The other system, from the CNR of Bologna, measures atmospheric turbulence and solar irradiation. Some probes take the temperature of snow at misc depth, 4 photometers record the optical and infrared intensity of the sky and its reflexion by the ground, and a fast system measures the wind and humidity 10 times per second. Right: Naked outside by -50°C. Or how to have fun with very little... As for accommodations, there isn't much. We were only 15 to 20 people (depending on the incoming Twi-Otter flights) but fortunately there were some guitar players. Best of all was the doctor. I tend to think that it's all he could do ! Well, maybe it's better this way, I've been involved in surgeries in Antarctica before, but that's another story entirely. Besides the main room there's the sauna: heat up and sweat and then go roll naked in the snow in the middle of the night (-50°C mind you) ! Some fun. Eat: the cook was French, but half the customers were Italians. So the typical menu was: soup (yeah, you get dehydrated fast there), 1st (but no green salad...), pasta, main (meat/fish + veggies), cheese, dessert... When you work outside all day, I can tell you that you don't leave much in the plate. We ran out of beer after 4 days, and we ran out of water after 10 !!! All we had to drink was wine (which is OK for a Frenchman) and... Fanta (but who in hell drinks that ???). Left: The Dome C 97 team. Left: Arrival of the traverse. The only outside event of the summer is the arrival of the traverse from Dumont d'Urville (picture above). Ten or so big tractors pull sleds on skids on more than 1100 km. It's the only way to bring heavy equipment and fuel to Dome C. Depending on snow conditions and mechanical problems, the traverse takes 10 to 22 days to go up from the shore, less to get back down. And they spend only one or two days in Dome C, time enough to unload and turn back. On the bottom picture, the Sodar antennas are going back to DdU on a sled. Left: Departure of the Traverse. Left: The MS Italica, the Italian antarctic boat, at rest in Terra Nova Bay. Sleep: it was the 1st summer campaign in Dome C, so the accommodations were still pretty poor. We were sleeping in big tents for 6, with a fuel stove but no electricity. The trouble was when it got real cold, below -50°C the anti-freeze fuel would freeze in the pipe and the stove would die in the middle of the night. I can tell you that the temperature in a tent can drop FAST. Then it was the contest of who would get up to thaw the fuel and restart the stove... Oh yeah, one last thing: the bathroom was outside, just a hole in the snow... That way you are sure nobody spends too much time in it ! So I stayed 17 days at Dome C, just long enough to collect meaningful data, write a report and then I had to pack up for a 17 days return trip: flight to Terra Nova, one week there spent building a roller for the ship cables. Then back to NZ on the MS Italica, a 120m ship that took the worse beating of its career in the roaring 40's in 19m waves. Beuhhhh... As usual I was glad to set foot on the ground. I'll be back... Check the scientific report we wrote about this mission.

Book your room at Bed & Breakfast Amsterdam West Please enter your travel dates. Amsterdam bed & breakfast in Amsterdam West with free breakfast and sauna Located in Amsterdam West, this bed & breakfast is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Sint Lucas Andreas Hospital and within 3 mi (5 km) of Anne Frank House and Vondelpark. New Church and Leidseplein are also within 3 mi (5 km). A sauna, coffee/tea in the lobby, and laundry facilities are available at this bed & breakfast. Continental breakfast is free. Additionally, a free grocery shopping service, multilingual staff, and a front-desk safe are onsite. All 2 individually decorated rooms feature free WiFi and DVD players. Guests can appreciate conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves, and other amenities include coffee makers and down comforters. Bathrooms are shared.Information missing or incorrect? Tell us! A complimentary breakfast is offered each morning. For a surcharge, a roundtrip airport shuttle (available on request) is offered to guests. This Amsterdam bed & breakfast also offers a sauna, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in the lobby. Bed & Breakfast Amsterdam West has designated areas for smoking. - Multilingual staff - Laundry facilities - Designated smoking areas - Luggage storage - Safe-deposit box at front desk - Coffee/tea in lobby - Children's club (surcharge) - Airport transportation (surcharge) - Total number of rooms - 2 - Number of floors - 1 - Free breakfast - Airport transportation - Free grocery shopping service - Number of buildings/towers - 1 Family Friendly Amenities - Free Wi-Fi - Laundry facilities - DVD player Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Shared bathroom - DVD player - Coffee/tea maker - Hair dryer - Shower only - Free WiFi - Down comforter - Individually furnished - Individually decorated Where to Eat A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. Nearby Things to Do The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Windsurfing nearby - Bicycle rentals on site - Fishing on site Check-in time starts at 9:00 AM Check-in time ends at 11:00 PM Special check-in instructions: Check-out time is noon You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy. Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges. Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same hotel / stay dates). No rollaway/extra beds available No cribs (infant beds) available Cash Deposit Required - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 25 per room (roundtrip) - Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 7.50 - Deposit: EUR 50 per stay (cash only) We should mention This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation. This property does not have a Netherlands Tourist Board rating. For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Located in San Bartolome de Tirajana (San Agustin), San Agustin Beach Club is minutes from Playa de San Agustin and Las Burras Beach. This 4-star hotel is within close proximity of El Aguila Beach and Kasbah Shopping Center. Make yourself at home in one of the 57 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Wireless Internet access (surcharge) keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature designer toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include laptop-compatible safes and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily. Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find a sauna, a steam room, and a fitness center. This hotel also features complimentary wireless Internet access, a hair salon, and wedding services. Grab a bite to eat at the hotel's restaurant, which features a bar, or stay in and take advantage of room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from a poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary breakfast is included. Business, Other Amenities Featured amenities include high-speed (wired) Internet access (surcharge), limo/town car service, and a computer station.Expedia Affiliate Network 24 hour front desk Currency exchange on-site Express check out Pets not allowed Get Flight + Hotel

A former hotel complex in South Toledo will become an amenity-filled senior living community, most likely by June, its new owners-developers said today. Genesis Village, 2429 Reynolds Rd. at Heatherdowns Boulevard, will open this summer with 138 one and two-bedroom, moderately priced apartments “for active seniors who want to continue to live vibrant lives,” said co-owner Jim Oedy, a local businessman who has owned three senior living centers in the Fremont area. Mr. Oedy and his partner, Dr. Nathan Hill, purchased the site for $3 million in January from Toledo's First Church of God, and are spending $6 million to renovate the former hotel, originally constructed in 1968, into a senior living center. The church had operated it for seven years as the Genesis Dreamplex Hotel and Conference Center. Genesis Village's tenants are expected to be seniors 55 and over, and the apartments will lease for between $1,500 and $2,800 a month depending on size. Mr. Oedy said the complex has a waiting list. The owners anticipate a June opening, but Mr. Oedy said it could be earlier or later depending on how quickly the remodeling and conversion take. “When you’re doing a rehab of this magnitude you can always have some ugly surprises or things you didn’t count on as you rehabilitate,” he said. The 10-acre, 170,000-square-foot complex that operated as a Holiday Inn from 1968 until 1995, a Ramada Inn from 1995 to 1999, and a Quality Hotel from 1999 to 2004, had received a $40 million renovation in the late 1980s that upgraded nearly all aspects of its structures. Mr. Oedy said the buildings were in remarkably good shape, but even so, when work crews are finished “every wall, floor, and ceiling will have been redone.” In addition, Mr. Oedy and Dr. Hill, who own the complex as Genesis Retirement LLC, are remodeling the conference center and other aspects of the complex to offer multiple services and amenities to its future tenants. “At one point, this place had the largest indoor pool in city. We redid that and also built a large whirlpool,” Mr. Oedy said. “We will have a lot of amenities you just don’t have in a typical senior facility.” The Genesis Village complex will have a pool, whirlpool, sauna, locker rooms, fireside cafe, fireplace lounge, a multimedia center with a theater-size screen, a beauty salon, wellness center, fitness center, atrium for games and activities, two courtyards, a vegetable garden, and a five-acre green-space. The complex will provide tenants with three daily meals prepared by chef Kameel Ansara. “If it was in Florida, some of my friends would be calling this a resort,” Mr. Oedy said. But the owner-developer said going for extra amenities was crucial to making Genesis Village a place where families would want to come to visit their relatives. “I built and ran three senior living facilities in the Fremont area, so I have experience in this area,” Mr. Oedy said. “And one of the biggest negatives of senior facilities is family and friends don’t come to visit someone there. They come to pick somebody up and take them out to eat." “But in this situation, we envision this will be a magnet with all these meeting rooms and dining rooms. Grandkids can come and go swimming or play pool or see a movie," he said. “Nothing energizes seniors more than having kids coming in and interacting. They really respond to that. It allows them to feel like grandparents again." “We plan to promote [Genesis Village] by saying you may come for the amenities, but you’ll stay for the atmosphere,” Mr. Oedy said. Initially, Mr. Oedy had no plans to get involved with the project. When the First Church of God owned the site from 2004 until two months ago, its pastor, the Rev. Robert Culp, envisioned turning the hotel into a retirement community one day but could not fund the project. Three years ago Mr. Culp asked Mr. Oedy to help him find financing to move the project forward. But last summer Mr. Oedy said it became clear financing would not be available and the only way the site could be converted to a senior living community was if he and Dr. Hill were to buy it from the First Church of God, which they eventually did. Contact Jon Chavez at: firstname.lastname@example.org or 419-724-6128.

Rooms: there are 133 rooms with an open shower in the bedroom, (not in the bathroom), a hairdryer, radio, wireless Internet connection, satellite TV, minibar, ISDN telephone and heating. Non-smoking rooms available. Facilities: these include a car park, garage, bar, restaurant, concierge, 3 conference rooms, sauna, sports facilities, laundry and room service. The hotel is adapted for the disabled. Lange Strasse, 31 Please note: Map shows the rough area of the hotel and may not be 100% accurate.

We expect Wahanda citizens to be polite and well mannered so if anything you see on this site causes you offence (profanities, unauthorised advertising, slanderous comments), please let us know and we'll look into right away. Before you submit your report, have a read of our Community Guidelines to make sure the content of this review breaches them in any way. If this is your business, see also our. I was very disappointed with the spa area (pool, steam and sauna). It looked old and in need of a refurbishment. The treatment rooms were nice and comfortable, and the therapists were good. It was a shame that the spa was not part of the actual hotel because I got the impression that it was. The afternoon tea was enjoyable.

- Built in 1980 - Views: 519 all time views - Heating: Baseboard - Laundry: In Unit - Parking: Carport, 1 space - Last sold: Apr 2013 for $57,000 - Last sale price/sqft: $70 - Cable Ready - Double Pane/Storm Windows - Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum / Vinyl, Tile - Vaulted Ceiling - Club House, Outdoor Pool, Sauna, Hot Tub - Garbage disposal - Range / Oven - Dining room - Exterior material: Cement concrete - Roof type: Composition - Stories: 2 - Structure type: Contemporary - Unit count: 1 - Floor size: 819 sqft - Heating: Electric - Unit floor #: 2 - Zillow Home ID: 2114657398 The Value Range is the high and low estimate market value for which Zillow values a home. The more information, the smaller the range, and the more accurate the Zestimate. See data coverage and accuracy table Don't agree with your home's Zestimate? Owners can edit their home facts to make the Zestimate more accurate. Plus, you can leave an opinion on your Zestimate value below. Just click "Owner Estimate". The Rent Range is the high and low estimate for which an apartment or home could rent. The more information we have, the smaller the range, and the more accurate the Rent Zestimate. See data coverage and accuracy table Popularity on Zillow Homes like this sold for $73-99K. Market guideZillow predicts 98003 home values will increase 10.6% next year, compared to a 9.7% rise for Federal Way as a whole. Among 98003 homes, this home is valued 60.5% less than the midpoint (median) home, and is valued 52.1% less per square foot. Foreclosures will be a factor impacting home values in the next several years. In 98003, the number of foreclosures waiting to be sold is 4.2% greater than in Federal Way, and 181% higher than the national average. This higher local number may prevent 98003 home values from rising as quickly as other regions in Federal Way. Learn more about forecast calculations or 98003 home values. |Other Units in this Building (22)||Zestimate||Beds||Baths||Sqft| |More Less Learn more about 2508 S 317th St| Nearby Schools in Federal Way Data by GreatSchools.org Find out how much house you can afford and get pre-approved for a mortgage in minutes. - Fast & easy - Top-notch lenders - Safe & secure A Lender can assist you with pre-approval process and answer any question you have. A Lender will also be calling you back to assist with pre-approval. Thanks for using Zillow!

» Book now « Number of rooms: 272 Check-in from: 14:00 - 00:00 Check-out: 07:00 - 12:00 Services / Facilities 24 hour service, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Bar, Bicycle Rental, Breakfast in the Room, Car Rental, Conference facilities, Design Hotel, Elevator, Facilities for disabled, Fax machine, Fitness room, Heating, Internet access, Ironing Service, Jacuzzi, Laundry, Luggage Storage, Massage, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Packed Lunches, Parking, Restaurant, Room service, Safe in the reception, Sauna, Soundproofed Rooms, Spa & Wellness Centre, Tour Desk, Turkish/Steam Bath, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN Avenida Roma, 2 - 4, Barcelona, 08014 Located near the financial and business heart of the city, you can balance work with culture and enjoy a visit to the Montjuic Palace, located beside the Fira exhibition centre. Please note that extra beds and cots are subject to availability. These are general hotel policies for Gran Hotel Torre Catalunya. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above. Euro/Mastercard Visa American Express Diners Club Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged. Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome. One child from 0 to 12 years stays free of charge in an extra bed. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1. Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged. VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included. Service charge is included. City/tourist tax is not applicable. Internet: Wireless internet is available in public areas and costs EUR 4.82 per hour. Internet via modem is available in the hotel rooms and costs EUR 4.82 per hour. Meal Plan: Buffet breakfast costs EUR 17.12 per person. Parking: Private parking is possible on site and costs EUR 22.50 per day. Pets: Pets are not allowed. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.

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Altis Belem SpaThe BSpa is perhaps the main highlight of the Altis Belém. A magnificent 500 sq. m space with an interior bamboo garden, the finest materials, latest technology and simple yet stunning design has created the perfect conditions to ensure you get the most out of your therapy. No distracting elements are present and the lighting and scent are specially adapted to the use of each space, helping you to enter that deep state of relaxation that not only forms part of the treatments, but also enables you to get the maximum benefit out of them. The use of the Thermogarden is free and available for guests over the age of 16. Here you’ll find an indoor swimming pool, a relaxation area, sauna, hammam, fitness room, Vichy shower and the spectacular rooftop sundeck with its swimming pool. The treatments have been carefully selected from various parts of the world for you to have the choice of those most appropriate at any given time. They range from general face care, where essential oils deeply penetrate to purify, hydrate, feed and revitalise your skin, to specific interventions to neutralise imbalances. There are even treatments to address the specific needs of men’s skin. You’ll feel the stress of your everyday life melt away at BSpa and leave feeling and looking better than you have in years.