Two busy main through roads cross the region, the A75 Gretna to Stranraer and the A74 (M) Gretna to Glasgow which is an extension of the M6 (or the M74 if you're heading down from Glasgow)
Scotrail Sprinter trains: These link Carlisle and Glasgow and stop at Gretna, Annan and Dumfries.
Intercity trains: These service Carlisle and link with the Scotrail Sprinter service.
Further information & booking:
The Trainline, www.thetrainline.com
National Rail Enquiries www.nationalrail.co.uk
National Rail Enquiries, tel: 03457 48 49 50
Dumfries & Galloway Bus information www.dumgal.gov.uk
If you're coming from Ireland, the best thing to do is head for Larne or Belfast, then take the ferry to Cairnryan and you'll step ashore in glorious Dumfries & Galloway.
It's about a 2 hour drive to Moffat or Annan.
P & O Ferries operates between Larne and Cairnryan whilst Stena Line operates between Belfast and Cairnryan.
P & O Ferries - 0800 130 0030
Stena Line - 08447 707 070
Sustrans is the National Cycle Network and crossed the region linking Carlisle, Gretna, Eastriggs, Annan and Dumfries
Annandale and Eskdale offer many miles of quiet country roads for the cyclist and visitor. Within a radius of roughly 35 miles the district offers easy cycling on the flat coastal farm land, moderate upland cycling and tougher routes as you travel north into the hills and forests.


While Spain named it "Rich Coast" for the gold they found, tiny Costa Rica has become a tourist treasure, especially for the outdoor enthusiast, offering both beautiful resorts and adventure travel opportunities. Go whitewater rafting, trek through the rainforest, climb a volcano, snorkel, or fish. Then there are the Pacific and Caribbean beaches, separated by just 75 miles of the narrow peninsula.
- Arenal Volcano National Park
Explore the rich biodiversity of Arenal Volcano National Park. Consisting of rainforests, a lake, hot springs, and two volcanoes, the park offers plenty to do and see! As a protected area, the land is well-maintained to ensure the conservation of its ecosystem. Get an up-close view of the park’s two volcanoes, Arenal and Chato. Arenal is the country’s most active volcano, with small eruptions occurring multiple times daily. On the other hand, Chato has been dormant for more than 3,000 years. The park has a gorgeous setting, with lush rainforests amid the serene Lake Arenal.
- Coffee plantations
If you’re a coffee lover, a trip to one of Costa Rica’s coffee plantations is a must! Initially, growing coffee beans was seen as a way to boost the local economy, but the country has since become one of the best coffee producers in the world. All coffee is made from Arábica beans. Fertile soil, high altitude, and lots of rain enhance the beans’ flavor. It’s no wonder the Arábica bean is known as the “golden bean.” Take a tour and learn the history and production techniques used to curate this delicious coffee. There are coffee plantations throughout the country, but many are in the Central Valley.
- Playa Panama
Located in Guanacaste province, Playa Panama is one of the most attractive beaches in the area. The waters are crystal blue, surrounding pristine beaches perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring the dry tropical forests. These forests are home to over 300 species of bird, 100 reptiles and amphibians, and more than 140 species of mammals, including pumas, white-faced monkeys, peccary, tapirs, and so much more! Playa Panama offers travelers a tranquil atmosphere without the crowds of a downtown area and is perfect for solo travelers and groups.
- San José
Costa Rica’s capital city is relatively small compared to other countries. This compact space has all the elements of a traditional capital city: museums, national parks, and a bustling business district. But contrary to its capital counterparts, breathtaking natural beauty awaits outside its perimeter. The La Paz Waterfall Gardens are the perfect stop before heading into or out of the city. Here, you will find magnificent waterfalls surrounded by fascinating flora and fauna. Once in the city, immerse yourself in the local lifestyle by listening to street performers, browsing the stalls of merchants selling artisan crafts, and learning about history and culture with a visit to a museum, like the Jade Museum. Relax like a local with Costa Rica’s national drink, Guaro.
- Outdoor adventures
Thanks to its warm weather, lush landscape, and incredible wildlife, there is no shortage of adventure in Costa Rica! From leisurely bird-watching or relaxing in a hot spring to adrenaline-inducing activities such as walking high in the sky on an aerial bridge or white water rafting through fierce rapids, any adventurer will fall in love with the outdoor lifestyle that awaits you. Check out our Costa Rica tour to get ideas for your trip!
- Hot springs
With so many exhilarating activities to do, pamper yourself and relax with one of the numerous hot springs found throughout the country. Costa Rica is home to five active volcanoes, so it’s no surprise that hot springs are one of the country’s most popular attractions. Formed by volcanic springs heated underground, the hot springs offer the ultimate pampering experience for travelers to unwind and renew in the mineral-rich waters. So sit back and enjoy a therapeutic soak after a long day of exploration.
Already booked on one of our packages to Costa Rica? See everything you need to know before you go.
Capital: San José
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Malaria is present in Costa Rica. Take precautions against getting mosquito bites. Speak with your doctor about taking a prescription medicine (before, during, and after your trip) to prevent malaria.
Costa Rica is a year-round destination. Temperatures in San Jose and the Central Highlands are mild and springlike. The mountains can be cool at night. Coastal areas tend to be hot and steamy, but hot and dry in the Pacific northwest.
December through May is Costa Rica's relatively dry period. June through October tends to be wetter, but as a result the vegetation looks even more verdant during this time.
Most restaurants include the 13% restaurant tax and the 10% service charge. Check the bottom of the menu or ask your server if the charge is included. Add a small tip on top of the 10% service charge if you feel the service was excellent.
|Money & Credit Cards
U.S. credit/debit cards are widely accepted throughout Costa Rica and typically offer the best exchange rate.
Always notify your bank prior to departure to avoid any problems using your credit or debit card while traveling.
Shop for pottery, traditional miniature painted oxcarts, jewelry made of semiprecious stones, hand-painted feathers, wood carvings, leather goods, and other high quality handicrafts. Tasty local treats such as coffee, rum, coffee liqueur, macadamia nuts and hearts of palm, also make great souvenirs.
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ASEAN Chambers of Commerce & Industry Business Meet during 25 – 27th February 2019 at BengluruFebruary 05, 2019
Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FKCCI), Bengaluru in collaboration with the Government of Karnataka is organizing ASEAN Chambers of Commerce & Industry Business Meet during 25 – 27th February 2019 at Bengluru. As per FKCCI, the objective of these three day meet is to enhance, "Two Way Investment, Trade and Technology" flow from 23 countries into Karnataka in highly potential 14 identified sectors. Around 2000 delegates including 300 from ASEAN Chambers of Commerce, Business & Industry, Embassies, Consulates and Government are expected to participate. There will be B2B, B2G, B2C meetings and a trade exhibition with 150 stalls with exhibitors from different countries including India with a footfall of 3000 per day. Also FKCCI has informed that this event is bound to give a boost to 'Make In India' policy be bringing in investors from 23+ neighbouring countries in many different identified sectors which includes the futuristic sectors of Fintech, IOT, Robotics, Artificial Intelligence and Defense and Aero Space for which Bengaluru has become the 3rd most preferred Hub for start-up in the world. FKCCI has also invited Japan, South Korea and United States of America as partner countries for the event. Hospitality and local transport will be provided by FKCCI to the visiting delegates.
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I'm a magazine writer living in Washington DC, and an editor at The Nation. I often cover health and environmental issues, but I'm generally interested in reported narratives about complex people and places. I've reported all over the United States and in Latin America for Rolling Stone, Narratively, Guernica, and other publications. My work has been shortlisted for the Livingston Awards and the National Awards for Education Reporting, and supported by the Pulitzer Center for Crisis Reporting. In 2018 my reporting on race and infant mortality received the James Aronson Award for Social Justice Journalism.
I’ve reported from the U.S.-Mexico border on the separation of immigrant families; from Oklahoma on a legacy of nuclear poisoning; from Oregon during the Bundy brothers’ occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge; from West Virginia on the opioid crisis; and from Tennessee on the aftermath of an immigration raid.
I grew up in the Tillamook Forest in northwestern Oregon, where it rains more than 90 inches a year.


Things to do in and around Oberhof
There are plenty of things to do in and around Oberhof. Within walking distance from the hotel you will find an Exotarium and an Aquapark (H2Oberhof). You can visit the Ski Jumps and the Bobsleigh Run. Do you dare to take a seat in a real bob and try it out?
If this feels to wintery to you, you can also have a swim in the lake next to the camping ground. And of course, there are plenty of hiking trails through the Thuringian Forest starting in Oberhof. Explore them yourselves or take part in a guided tour. There are also guided night walks with torches. After too much of hiking, you might consider making a trip by horse carriage.
Within Germany, Thuringia is famous for two kinds of food: Bratwurst and Klöße. Want to know more about Germany’s most famous sausage? Visit the Bratwurst Museum in a neighbouring town. Or learn how to make the original Thüringer Klöße, a special kind of potato dumplings in a cooking workshop with the current Kloßkönigin, the Dumpling Queen. (No, we didn’t made this up!)
Eat and drink
Restaurants are plenty and very affordable in Oberhof. You can have a good lunch or dinner in a restaurant close to the tournament for around 6€. A good beer (0.3l) in a restaurant costs around 2€. (Want to spend even less on food? There is also a McDonald’s in Oberhof, or you can buy food in supermarkets, bakeries and other shops in town.)
Besides traditional German food, there are a number of international restaurants (e.g. Italian, Chinese, Swiss, Bulgarian) and – for a special treat – some nice upper-scale restaurants with international cuisine. Finally, Oberhof also offers a number of bars and pubs for those who don’t only want to play Go until late at night…
Oberhof is ideally located within the heart of Germany, so there are many one-day or half-day trips possible to places with top tourist attractions , such as Eisenach (the city of Martin Luther), Saalfeld (with its “Fairy Cave”), Weimar (city of Goethe and Schiller), Leipzig (one of the major German cities), Erfurt (with its famous cathedral), Bamberg (with its picturesque medieval city center), Lauscha (where you can blow glass by yourself) and many more. There will be guided tours provided by the hotel, but of course you can also easily explore these places by yourself – getting there by car or train is fast and convenient.
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Dear AdWords user,
Did you know that AdWords lets you bid on the postal code level when it comes to the location bidding?
Let us say that you want to target the United Kingdom in your AdWords campaign. You can achieve that fairly easily by entering “United Kingdom” in the location targeting settings in the AdWords platform. This is how 80% of AdWords users set up AdWords targeting.
Now, let us say that you want to be more aggressive in some region of the country, in one city or in the radius of your store or even in the postal code where your customers live.
You can achieve all of that by adding more narrow locations in the Settings tab of your campaign. Once you are in the Settings tab, click on the Locations tab and make sure that you go into the Advanced search settings.
Here you have an option to add or exclude radios targets, cities, neighborhoods or even postal codes of your wanted locations.
If you want to bulk add the postal code numbers for your selected country, there are two suggested ways to do that:
Google/Wikipedia: http://bfy.tw/BouQ (for the UK example that we have)
Google AdWords API location list: https://goo.gl/IoeiSx
Either way, you need to find the locations you want to enter in bulk and copy them here:
*You can only add 999 at a time.
And once you do that, click on the Search button. And then click on the button titled Add all matched locations.
You have to find the proper list since Google AdWords has a specific way it depicts these locations in bulk.
Once you add all of the desired locations, all that is left to do is to Save the settings and possibly bid on them or wait for more data before doing so.
That would be it, dear advanced AdWords user. 🙂
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On the weekend of May 20-22nd the MCM Electronics team participated in two large events in different parts of the country. Hamvention which is located in our hometown of Dayton and the Bay Area Maker Faire in the San Fransisco area.
We attended Hamvention for a third year in a row and had a great time meeting so many customers and getting to show off the latest Raspberry Pi and our line of weatherproof cases. We brought along five Raspberry Pi demos each showing off a different aspect of the single board computer's capabilities. There was also a huge array of other vendors selling everything from 3D printers to telegraph machines. Outside they had a massive flea market selling every imaginable type of electronics from the past 50 years. If you have never attended it is certainly worth the experience.
See photos from the event! - Hamvention 2016 photos on Facebook
Bay Area Maker Faire 2016
We displayed at the Bay Area Maker Faire for the first time ever! Our booth was right next to our friends at the Raspberry Pi Foundation and just across from Ultimaker 3D Printers. We met a lot of great people and saw a plethora of great maker projects throughout the faire. We really had an amazing time and if you have a chance to go to a Maker Faire we suggest you go!
See video from the event! - Video Checkin from the Bay Area Maker Faire
See how the Pi Infinity + was created!


Objective: COVID-19 burdens are disproportionally high in underserved and vulnerable groups in Arizona. As the pandemic progresses, it is unclear if the disparities have evolved. In this study, we aim to elicit the dynamic landscape of COVID-19 disparities at the community level and identify newly emerged vulnerable subpopulations. Materials and Methods: We compiled biweekly COVID-19 case counts of 274 zip code tabulation areas (ZCTAs) in Arizona from October 21, 2020, to November 25, 2021, during which the COVID-19 growth rate has changed significantly. Within each growth period, we detected health disparities by testing associations between the growth rate of COVID-19 cases in a ZCTA and the population composition of race/ethnicity, income, employment, and age. We then compared the associations between periods to discover temporal patterns of health disparities. Results: High percentage of Latinx or Black residents, high poverty rate, and young median age were risk factors of high cumulative COVID-19 case counts in a ZCTA. However, the impact of these factors on the growth rate of new COVID-19 cases varied. While high percentage of Black residents and young median age remained as risk factors of fast COVID-19 growth rate, high poverty rate became a protective factor. The association between the percentage of Latinx residents and the COVID-19 growth rate converted from positive to negative during summer 2021. The unemployment rate emerged as a new risk factor of fast COVID-19 growth rate after September 2021. Based on these findings, we identified 37 ZCTAs that are highly vulnerable to fast escalation of COVID-19 cases. Discussion and Conclusion: As the pandemic progresses, disadvantaged communities continue suffering from escalated risk of COVID-19 infection. But the vulnerabilities have evolved. While the disparities related to Latinx ethnicity improved gradually, those related to Black ethnicity and young communities aggravated. The struggle of financially disadvantaged communities continued, although the burden had shifted from those living under the poverty line to those with a high unemployment rate. It is necessary to adjust current resource allocations and design and deploy new interventions to address emerging needs.
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Alabama Coastal Foundation is hosting an IMAX screening of The Underwater Forest at 5:30 p.m., January 18, at the Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center. A discussion with filmmaker Ben Raines will follow the showing and ticket proceeds will support efforts to designate the area as a marine sanctuary.
This nature documentary details the discovery and exploration of an ancient cypress forest found 60 feet underwater in the Gulf of Mexico, due south of Gulf Shores, Alabama. The forest dates to an ice age more than 60,000 years ago, when sea levels were about 400 feet lower than they are today.
Scientists believe giant waves driven by Hurricane Ivan in 2004 uncovered the forest. It appears to be a wholly unique relic of our planet’s past, the only known site where a coastal ice age forest this old has been preserved in place. It is considered a treasure trove of information, providing new insights into everything from climate in the region to annual rainfall, insect populations, and the types of plants that inhabited the Gulf Coast before humans arrived in the new world. Scientific analysis of the site is ongoing.
Tickets: $10. Location: 65 Government St., Mobile, AL. For more information visit JoinACF.org.


The Maltese Archipelago strategically placed in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea is made up of three islands, Malta, Gozo and Comino. It got it’s independence from Great Britain in 1964, joined the European Union in 2004 and thereafter adopted the Euro currency.
Malta boasts a good environment for business and hence provides a favourable atmosphere of stability for companies to invest and flourish in a global marketplace.
The tourism, industrial and financial sectors in Malta are highly developed.
Malta offers visa free travel to over 160 countries and having the Maltese Citizenship allows one to work and be able to live in all 28 countries of the EU.
Malta has a rich cultural heritage with over 7’000 years of history and has several breathtaking historical sights that will throw you back thousands of years. The Island has good schools making it an excellent choice for families relocating and state of the art health services.
Last but not least, Malta has one of the lowest crime rates in Europe and enjoys an excellent climate and enjoyable Mediterranean ambience.


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|Connemara and Kylemore Abbey Tour
Connemara, west of Galway city, is one of the most scenic regions in Ireland, with its many bogs, rugged mountains, blue lakes and rivers running down to many beach lined shores. Drive along Galway’s coast road and feel life’s difficulties slipping away. On the left is the Atlantic Ocean, while on the right is the rocky landscape of Connemara. Freshwater and sea fishing are abundant. The pace of life here is relaxed. Much of the area is Irish speaking and many old customs survive.Visit Roundstone, the Inagh valley, Recess, Leenane, Kylemore, Letterfrack, while keeping an eye out for the Connemara sheep grazing along the slopes.Visit Dan O’Hara’s pre-famine (1840) farm and heritage centre incorporating a pre-historic lake dwelling (Crannog) dating to 1500 BC, a neolithic tomb (5000 years old), and a pre-historic Dolmen Tomb.
Clifden is the Capital of Connemara – a lively spot with excellent restaurants and many pubs.The Twelve Bens’ mountains provide a wonderful backdrop to the town Not to be missed is the ‘Sky Drive’, an exhilarating 7 miles circular drive west of Clifden. Enjoy the fresh sea air, the peace, tranquility and closeness of nature. In August the town hosts the famous Connemara Pony Show. Visit the Connemara National Park, a 2000 hectare State owned conversation centre made up of mountains, bogs and grasslands with spectacular wildlife. There are also many ancient sites, nature trails and picnic areas in the park.
There is an audio-visual show and a photographic display of Connemara scenery. Picturesque Kylemore Abbey, built in 1868, home to the Benedictine nuns, and now a High School for girls, stands at the edge of the lake surrounded by woodlands (photo to left). Visit the beautiful Gothic Church recently restored and the recently reopened the magnificent 6 acre Victorian walled garden.Open all year Phone + 353 95 41146 www.kylemoreabbey.com
Returning towards Maam Cross, the Maamturk mountain on the left and the Twelve Bens tower behind in shades of purples, blues and greens. In this area some green marble quarries can be found. Fans of the classic 1951 film ‘The Quiet Man’, starring John Ford and Maureen O’Hara, can visit the Maam Cross and Maam Bridge area, where parts of the film were made. This is also the main area where the farmers dig the peat from the bog.
Oughterard, a town on the banks of the Lough Corrib, has one of the best fishing lakes in Ireland and is one on Ireland’s leading anglers’ resorts. Here you will find Aughanore Castle, a 15th century Tower House. One wall of the banqueting hall still stands and its windows contain some of the finest specimens of floral decorative stone carving of their period. Open during the summer months.
Also located in this area is the Glengowla Silver and Lead mine dating back to the 19th century and Brigit’s Garden, comprising four Celtic inspired beautiful gardens. Last stop is the Connemara Marble factory in Moycullen before returning to Galway. The Connemara region is truly a magical area. Artists from all over the world have come to paint this landscape with its ever-changing light.
On the edge of the Atlantic, at the mouth of Galway Bay are the world famous Aran Islands, a maze of stone walls and tiny fields, high cliffs and incredible rugged landscapes. They are renowned for their unique way of life, where age-old traditions co-exist with modern living. The islands are rich in history, with ancient monuments, from both pre-historic and Christian times.The three Aran Islands, Inis Mór Island (Big Island), Inis Meáin Island (Middle island) and Inis Oírr Island (East island) are situated in a north westerly, south easterly direction at the mouth of Galway Bay, Ireland.The Irish (Gaelic) language is still spoken here and in the twenty first century all native born islanders are bilingual in both Irish and English.
On Innishmore, the largest island, is the Dun Aengus fort. ‘Dún Aonghasa’ is situated on the cliff side or south side of Inismór. It is a semi circular stone fort over looking the Atlantic. It is deemed to be one of the best examples of its kind in Europe. Archaeologists, scholars and tourists come here from all over the world and it is likely to be given the official status of a world heritage site in the near future. A 14 acre site the fort consists of three terraced walls surrounding an inner enclosure containing a platform on the edge of a three hundred foot high cliff. The views from it are breathtakingly spectacular. The Island’s main port town is Kilronan, where you can hire bicycles, a minibus, or jaunting car to take you round this rugged island.
Innismaan is the middle island, where one should see what remains of the old, traditional lifestyle, stone houses with thatched roofs.
The smallest island, Innisheer boasts the remains of some ancient churches and a holy well. This island is a haven for bird watchers, and those interested in flora and fauna.
There are daily boat trips to the Aran Islands from Rosaveal, with a connecting coach service from Galway city and also from Marless House or one can fly with Aer Aran from Inverin airport, with connecting coach service from Galway city and also from Marless House to Connemara airport.
Take the ferry - Aran Island Ferries
Take the plane - Aer Arann
For more information visit www.aranislands.ie
City Guided Walking Tour
Galway Walks organise walking tours of Galway city which explores the history of medieval Galway.
Stroll down the ancient city streets and narrow winding lanes through the heart of Galway’s old medieval town. Learn of its Royal Gaelic origins, Norman Conquest and the power and prestige of its legendary fourteen merchant families, the 14 Tribes of Galway. Gain exclusive access to the Hall of the Red Earl which is the city’s earliest preserved archaeological site.
Visit the ancient but hidden harbour, remains of the old town wall and intact medieval houses including Lynches Castle and the now famous Kings Head Pub. Then explore the ancient Collegiate Church of St. Nicholas and discover how Galway became one of the richest and most powerful city states in medieval Europe.
|Corrib River Cruise
Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a guided tour of the river Corrib on the modern Corrib Princess. The cruise will take you past University College Galway, Menlo Castle and various sites of both historical interest and natural beauty. There is an abundance of wild life and a peace and tranquility all of its own.Daily sailings from Woodquay at 2.30 and 4.30.www.corribprincess.ie
|Burren and Cliffs of Moher
The Burren is unique 160 square kms of limestone with rare flora and fauna growing among the rock formations. A day trip to the Cliffs of Moher incorporates Dunguaire Castle, the Burren and Ailwee Caves and the Poulnabrone Dolmen, a 5000 year old megalythic burial tomb.Drive south on the N67 to the pretty fishing village of Kinvara, and Dunguaire Castle, a 16th century Tower House. This castle is open to visitors by day, and holds Medieval Banquets nightly during the summer months. The entertainment celebrates the richness of Ireland’s’ literary and musical past and evokes the colourful characters who are so much a part of the castle’s history.
Further south is the famous Ailwee cave with its stalactites, stalagmites, relics of bears and a waterfall. Next to the Burren – a unique bare limestone area with its combination of many unusual factors, its geology, its flora and fauna, caves and archaeology. This is the area where the first stone age dwellers settled. When Cromwell’s envoy visited The Burren, he brought back reports of “a savage land, yielding neither, water enough to drown a man, nor a tree to hang him, nor soil enough to bury him”.
One can explore the many prehistoric sites of Dolmens, most noteworthy the famous Poulnabrone dolmen, a 5000 years old tomb used by stone dwellers to bury their dead. Round stone forts, souterrains, and burial chambers of the people who inhabited this land can also be found.Going south are the majestic Cliffs of Moher, dropping 700 feet to the heavy selling Atlantic Ocean on the west coast to Clare. Extending for 5 miles, these spectacular natural monuments are now home to puffins and guillenots, cormorants and rare fossils. At the foot of Abbey Hill, the ruin of the12th century Cistercian Abbey of Corcomroe rises unexpectedly among the rocks. Return by the coast road towards Blackhead lighthouse with breathtaking views of Fanore beach, the blue Atlantic and the Connemara coast with the Aran Islands in the distance.
The Connemara & Cong Tour departs daily at 10am from Merchants Road in Galway City.Lough Corrib stretches from Galway City to north Mayo and boasts 360 islands. The upper lake is famous for it trout and salmon angling and is the most scenic. Built on its banks is the picturesque village of Cong, with its 13th century Augustinian Abbey and the magnificent Celtic cross erected in the centre of the village. This village was the setting for the classic firm ‘The Quiet Man’ shot here in 1951, starring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara. Nearby is the fairy-tale-like Ashford castle, now an hotel, standing like a stone jewel between the woods of Cong and the waters of the Corrib.
To see the hidden Ireland off the main tourist track this tour is a must with the first stop at Ross Errily Friary- a hidden but atmospheric 14th century monastery before entering Cong Village for a guided walk through Cong Woods to see Ashfort Castle. Entering Connemara on the Lough Nafooey route allows you to see the stark beauty of the hidden valley of Connemara before arriving at the Atlantic Ocean and for hostellers there is an option to hop-off at Sleepzone Connemara. The tour then continues to Kylemore Abbey (or Connemara National Park for walkers) and back home via the Inagh Valley. Approximate time of arrival 17:30 in Galway.
Highlights Include: Ross Errily Friary, Ballymagibbon Cairn, Glebe Stone Circle, Cong Village, Abbey & Woods, Lough Nafooey Valley Route, Leenane & Killary Harbour, Kylemore Abbey. Inagh Valley, Quiet Man Bridge
The bustling town of Gort is situated 20 miles south of Galway city. Close-by is Thoor Ballylee, a delightful 16th Century Tower House, once the home of the poet W.B. Yeats during the 1920′s. Recently restored by Bord Failte, it now houses an interpretative centre on Yeat’s life and works.Nearby is Coole Park, once the home of Lady Gregory. At the turn of the 19th century, during the Celtic Literacy renewal, Lady Gregory played host to leading lliterary figures of the day, W.B.Yeats; George Bernard Shaw; Sean O’Casey; Oliver St. John gogarty and many more.Coole House was demolished in the 1950′s. Only the famous Yew walk, garden and autograph tree remain, to remind us of the part this played in the Irish literary renaissance. The stables have been converted to an interpretative centre and tearooms. The grounds are now a National Park and Wildlife Park and are open to the public from May to September.
Athenry is unique in that it is the only walled town in Ireland whose still intact medieval walls are clearly visible to the approaching visitor.It has five towers and a town entrance known as the North Gate. The Arts and Heritage centre is located amid the ruins of the 13th century St Mary’s church. Among the exhibits are the town’s 14th century Civic Mace and Seal that were returned to the people of Athenry after an absence of 160 years.Other places of interest are Athenry Castle (1235); Dominican Priory (1241); Athenry’s medieval Walls (1313); the North Gate (15th century); Market Cross (15th Century). The town is situated about 15 minutes (by car or train) east of Galway City, in the heart of rich country, made famous by the popular song, “The Fields of Athenry”.
Ballintubber Abbey is situated on the N84 near the town of Claremorris. It was founded by Cathal O’Connor, King of Connaught, near the site of the church built by St. Patrick in 441. It is Ireland’s only Royal Abbey. One can stroll around the grounds of the Abbey and pray within its hallowed walls.There is an interpretative centre and a neatly thatched cottage and tea rooms.
Oughterard is a small town on the banks of Lough Corrib and is famous for its angling. The finest brown trout are caught here as well as salmon. Western Regional Fisheries Board at Weir Lodge, Earl’s Island, provides information and advice on angling in the county. – Phone + 353 91 563118. www.wrfb.ieAughnanure Castle was built by the O’Flaherty’s circa 1500. It is a good example of a Tower House with restored interior. Outside are the remains of a Watch Tower, bastion and Banqueting Hall. Close to the Castle is an 18 hole Golf Course open to the public all year round.
The Glengowla Silver and Lead mine - dates back to the 19th century and is located just 2 miles from Oughterard. Reputed to be one of the richest and most productive mines of its time, Glengowla has been restored to a level of 65 feet underground. There are guided tours where you can see Silver, lead, calcite, quartz and many such mineral formations on the walls of the mine. Open March to October.
Brigit’s Garden - is an ideal place for contemplation and tranquility. It is located in the Oughterard area and comprises four beautiful Celtic inspired gardens. There are sculptures and craftwork set amid 11 acres of woodland, meadow and lake shore, through which runs a nature trail, where you will discover a ring-fort, a stone chamber, a calendar sundial and a thatched round house. Open February to October.
|Galway City Sightseeing Tour
Enjoy this hop on/hop off city tour on an open top coach, visiting the city and surrounding area.By taking the City Sightseeing Tour on the red/cream open top bus you have selected the best way to see the ancient historical city of Galway better known as “The City of the Tribes”. You can sit back, relax and listen to our professional guide who gives you a running commentary of the sights you see along the way.Highlights of the tour includes: Eyre Square, the Courthouse, Town Hall theatre, Galway Catherdal, NUIG, Corrib Village, Circular Road, Salthill, The Claddagh, Wolfe Tone Bridge, Spanish Arch, Galway Museum and Merchants Road.
Tours run every 60 minutes from the tourist office in Galway city or Salthill.
Visitors who prefer not to do the driving themselves, and wish to explore the peaceful countryside, have a range of options that will allow them to explore the city and county. There are daily coach tours to Connemara, Cong and Maam Valley and the Cliffs of Moher.
As you leave Galway on the Connemara Tour you travel out through Salthill and as you look out over Galway Bay you can see the coast of Clare, home to the Burren and the Cliffs of Moher, another of the Tours. You continue through Connemara taking in the villages of Bearna, Furbo, Spiddal, Inverin and on to the Famine Village just before Rossaveal where you can board a ferry to take you across the Atlantic to the very edge of Europe.
For all tours, you can be collected from Marless House on the morning of your tour.


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Raute opens Service Center in Kirov, Russia
Raute Group' new Service Center has been inaugurated in Kirov, Russia on June 19, 2019. Kirov Service Center, Raute's second Service Center in Russia, was opened to ensure Raute's capability to meet its customers' needs better and serve the Kirov region plywood mills more effectively by offering shorter delivery times for spare part deliveries and local services.
Kirov Service Center provides maintenance and spare parts warehouse services locally to Raute's customers. Within a radius of 400 kilometers, there are more than ten plywood mills that will be served in the first stage. Technology services are offered in Russia also by Raute Service LLC, which is a Raute Group company in St. Petersburg, established in 2005. The city of Kirov is located 1,500 kilometers east of St. Petersburg.
"The opening of the new Kirov Service Center marks an important milestone for Raute Service LLC in terms of providing local services to a growing veneer, plywood and LVL industry in the local market," says Jouni Putkonen, Vice President, Market Area Russia (CIS).
"Raute's strategy is to establish local service points close to its customers in order to be able to offer fast local service utilizing global knowhow – global presence, local service. The demand for technology services has increased strongly in recent years, which is why Raute Service LLC moved into larger and more professional premises in the beginning of 2017 in order to have more office and warehouse space. 2018 was a year of extensive service growth and this trend looks set to continue in 2019 and 2020," says Tapani Kiiski, President and CEO, Raute Corporation.
Raute serves the wood products industry with a full-service concept that is based on technology solutions covering the customer's entire production process and services throughout their life cycle. Raute's full-service concept includes comprehensive technology services ranging from spare parts deliveries to regular maintenance and equipment modernizations, as well as consulting, training, reconditioned machinery and digital services.
Raute's Finnish units include the head office and main production unit in Nastola, Lahti and production and development unit specializing in machine vision and moisture analyzing technology in Kajaani. The Group also includes eight subsidiaries. The Group's other production units are located in the Vancouver area of Canada, the Shanghai area of China and in Pullman, Washington, USA. Additionally, customer and maintenance services are offered by the subsidiaries in St. Petersburg, Russia, Santiago, Chile and Singapore. In addition to the new Service Center in Kirov, Russia, Raute has local service points in Estonia, Latvia, Poland, and Australia.


WILLIAM SNYDER - Author of THE EIGHT-FINGERED CRIMINAL'S SON and THE SPIRIT GUIDE BAR
Saturday, February 21, 2015
Growing up in Hawthorne California, the Manhattan Beach Pier was just a twenty minute bus ride away. I spent countless summer days experiencing the sun, sand, surf, and surfer girls.
Check out the audio version of SURFER GIRL, an excerpt from my book THE SPIRIT GUIDE BAR. SURFER GIRL
The story was produced by the scary talented GARY GIDAK of GIDAK DIGITAL.


Whether you live here or are visiting, Arlington is full of fun places to get THE shot. Here’s how and where to score the perfect picture in Arlington, Texas.
Whether your taste runs more urban landscapes, or if you want picturesque scenery, there is something for everyone. Don’t forget to get your picture made with some of the spots that define the Arlington skyline. Whether you’re talking selfies, family photos, or pictures of your favorite four-legged friend, these spots are picture perfect.
224 N Center St, Arlington, TX 76011
Want the name Arlington to feature in your photos? Head over to the Arlington Music Hall in Downtown Arlington. Stand under the Arlington Music Hall marquee and have your photographer stand across the street. The bright colors make a great background for family photos.
How to get the perfect shot: You can stand under the marque for the music hall right in front or north/south end of the street.
One AT&T Way, Arlington, TX 76011
This one is the one that everyone is after. The quintessential “I was here moment” at Jerry’s World. Consider it from all angles like from Caelum Moor structure in the park across the street to the Sky Mirror sculpture located right next to the stadium. And don’t miss Walmart for a good, up-close shot!
Dream (The Sign)
200 West Abram St., Arlington, TX 76010
When Arlington rebranded to America’s Dream City, they didn’t just say it, they put it out there in BIG LETTERS in the form of art! The DREAM sculpture in downtown Arlington is great background for a variety of photos, or go there to photograph the sculpture.
201 W. Front St., Arlington, TX 76010
Have a history buff? Want to take a picture in an old schoolhouse? Check out Knapp Heritage Park located in downtown Arlington.
1000 Ballpark Way #400, Arlington, TX 76011
The outside of Globe Life Park isn’t just for baseball fans. Trees, a large green space, and a pond combine to make a beautiful contrast against the brick on the ballpark. There are walking paths all around the outside of the ballpark so getting around for family pictures or special occasions is pretty easy. Don’t forget the photo opp with the TEXAS sign where you get to be the ‘X’ in TEXAS!
701 NW Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington, TX 76006
If you need engagement photos or family photos River Legacy might be the photo location for you. The wildlife and scenery at River Legacy is fantastic. You’ll find a few stone structures but lots of green spaces, some open rolling areas and some that are dense with trees and vegetation.
2201 Road to Six Flags, Arlington, TX 76010
The original Six Flags theme park is right here in Arlington. Whether you take photos inside the park next to the or outside with the roller coasters in the background, this is part of Arlington’s skyline.
I-20 at Matlock Road & Center Street, Arlington, TX 76018
Doing some shopping in The Arlington Highlands? Stop and take a selfie at the water feature that runs through the middle of the outdoor shopping area, just south of Studio Movie Grill.
701 S. Nedderman Drive, Arlington, TX 76019
Fountains and lots of interesting architectural locations are available throughout the University of Texas – Arlington campus. The Cooper Canyon Fountain located near Cooper Street is just one example of locations that are great for photographs. The campus also features grassy areas, a bridge that spans over Cooper Street, and other water features. The campus is a great place for headshots and family photography.
3600 W Arkansas Lane, Arlington, TX 76016
Bridges and gazebos make photographs at Veteran’s perfect for families and special occasions. Along with wildscape and xeriscape gardens, a pond with a fountain, and large open grassy areas. In the spring you’ll find wildflowers in abundance. This is a large park and you’ll want to come prepared to walk around and photograph in multiple locations.
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Our community features spacious apartments with hardwood floors, bay windows, bike storage, on-site laundry, and a fitness center! With plenty of transportation options for commuters, you’ll have everything you need to get where you want to go. The Northwestern Shuttle stops across the street and the 213 Pace Bus will take you straight to Downtown Evanston. You can shop at the locally owned and operated grocery store, restaurants, pharmacy, and coffee shops, all conveniently located within a 6-minute walk of your front door! It’s also just a 4-minute walk to the Noyes Purple Line stop. Walk your furry family member to nearby Tallmadge park, or see a show at The Actors Gymnasium. Lastly, you can relax at the Canal Shores Golf Course, which is just a 3-minute drive away. Living here is easy at The Maynard at 2247 Ridge.


West Hollywood Loves Microblading by Dose of Brows!
West Hollywood (WeHo) is a small, dense city east of Beverly Hills and west of Hollywood. Famous for nightlife on the Sunset Strip, it’s also one of the most accessible, walkable, and bicycle-friendly areas in California. With a vibrant LGBTQ+ community clustered around Santa Monica Boulevard, this bohemian, urban “Creative City” is a welcoming hub for artists, actors, musicians, and young professionals.
When you’re out after dark, meet up with locals at Whiskey a Go Go, the Abbey, the Viper Room, or the upscale Bootsy Bellows. During the day, picnic in Plummer Park, or check out the galleries at the Pacific Design Center. Dining is vegan and vegetarian-friendly, and pizza and organic foods are standouts. For luxury retail therapy, visit Sunset Plaza for designer jewelry and fashion.
In a glamorous, youthful city, it’s only natural to invest in looking gorgeous. Luscious lips and lavish eyebrows are essential to a hip, put-together appearance, and clever beauty lovers go to Dose of Brows for custom microblading and lip blush services. Founder Liana G. created this amazing beauty lounge to provide clients with the best semi-permanent cosmetic enhancements. Her treatments blend fine traces of pigment into existing hair to create a full, shapely brow. The same gentle techniques can also be adapted to give lips a fresh, rosy glow.
West Hollywood is the place to go for glittering enchantment. Beauty treatments are essential to creating intrigue and allure, and our clients love how our makeup services make them look fabulous. When you want to elevate your look, contact Dose of Brows! We’ll help you shine bright.


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We’re excited to extend our plumbing services across various locations, making it easy for you to know where we’re available. At White’s Plumbing, LLC, our commitment is to deliver outstanding service to each client, regardless of their location. We understand the difficulty in finding dependable plumbing services, which is why we aim to simplify this for you. Our dedication to superb customer service is unwavering, and we’re always here to address any queries you might have.
Thank you for choosing White’s Plumbing, LLC for your plumbing requirements. We’re eager to provide our services in your area and are looking forward to assisting you with all your plumbing needs.


Walk Score: 100/100, Walker’s Paradise
An entity affiliated with Urban Visions acquired this 19,000 square foot development site in the spring of 2004. Located at the southeast corner of Second and Pike Streets, it is arguably one of the most prominent locations in all of downtown Seattle. Greg, one of the original proponents of taller slender towers in the city, helped increase the property’s allowable height limit from approximately 200 feet to 440 feet. While currently leased to Diamond Parking, Urban Visions is in the midst of designing a 35-story LEED-certified apartment tower to be developed in the future. The 340-unit apartment project is being designed by Tom Kundig of Olson Sundberg Kundig Allen Architects and will feature a destination “Sky Bar” and restaurant overlooking Pike Place Market. With protected views of Elliott Bay, the Olympic Mountains, and Lake Union, the proposed apartment tower will be a breathtaking addition to Seattle’s red carpet, Pike Street.


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The name 'Dacorum' comes from the "Hundred of Dacorum" one of the ancient administrative units of Hertfordshire. It is probably a latinised version of the Anglo Saxon word for Danish. In October 1984 the Council was granted borough status and became Dacorum Borough Council.
Dacorum covers 81 square miles of West Hertfordshire where it borders with Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire. It extends Northwest almost from Watford, along the valleys of the Gade and Bulbourne rivers to the picturesque Chiltern Hills. Dacorum consists of four main towns - Hemel Hempstead, Berkhamsted, Tring and Kings Langley together with many outlying rural villages such as Aldbury, Wigginton and Flamstead. The total population is around 155,000 which is 13% of the total population of Hertfordshire. The main lines of communication through the Borough are the A41 bypass, the A4251, the Euston to Glasgow (West Coast main line) railway and the Grand Union Canal. The M1 runs down the eastern boundary and the M25 crosses the south-eastern tip of the Borough.


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Tommy Linstroth of Trident Sustainability Group has been selected to join the American Institute of Architects – Sustainable Development Assessment Team (AIA-SDAT) for a project in Pittsburgh, PA. The AIA SDAT program brings together a multi-discipline team of experts into communities to help them become more sustainable and create new paradigms.
This project, which takes place from October 4th-8th, is focusing on the distressed Route 51 Corridor which runs from Pittsburgh through several municipalities.
“This is a great opportunity to bring in experts from across the country and help revitalized a distressed part of a vital community, said Tommy Linstroth, Principal of Trident Sustainability Group. “Hopefully this area can have a ripple effect across the region.”


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On October 9th, we celebrated the grand opening of Prosperity Academy in the Ahiavekope Village near Yeji, Ghana, Africa. The event was attended by several hundred people throughout the region, including several chiefs, leaders, and various government officials.
Our second annual fundraising dinner is just around the corner - Thursday, October 25th. Here, we will be sharing more about the grand opening, what all has transpired since our last dinner, and what is on the horizon for Isaac’s Dream. There are still a few seats remaining; if you’d like some free Jack Stack BBQ and learn more, please reply and we will reserve a seat for you!
Join us as we grow our school and presence in the area by making a one time donation or monthly support by clicking here.
We also have a child sponsorship program. For $50 per month, you sponsor a child of your choice, and you will hear from them at least twice a year! Please reply with questions.
Thank you for all of the support - we simply can't do this without you.


My love of weather began when I was four years old, when I would head out to our open garage door to look at incoming thunderstorms. I would always keep a local TV meteorologist on at the same time, and track the storm with him. Since then, I knew I wanted to be on TV, warning the community of any upcoming weather danger.
I'm excited to have the opportunity to continue my career in the Miami Valley! I am an Ohioan all around. I was born in Cleveland and moved to Mansfield when I was five, where I lived until heading farther down I-71 to Columbus to attend The Ohio State University. Go Bucks!
After college, I moved back home to Mansfield to work for WMFD-TV, presenting the forecast at noon and in the evening five days a week. Months later, I was given the opportunity to head to WFMJ-TV in Youngstown, where I covered the evening weather shift every other weekend, while still working in Mansfield. It was a blast, but definitely a crazy life for a few months before leaving Mansfield to work in Youngstown in a permanent position. I left WFMJ in January of 2015 to join ABC 22 and FOX 45.
When I'm not at work, I still love tracking storms. Occasionally, I'll head out in the car to chase severe weather. I have experience chasing in the Great Plains, and I was only a mile away when an EF-5 tornado struck Moore, Oklahoma, on May 20th, 2013.
Outside of weather, I like traveling, trying new restaurants, playing video games, and riding all of the fantastic roller coasters at Kings Island and Cedar Point.
I'm an Ohio sports guy! Obviously, I bleed Scarlet and Gray, but, I come from a big Cleveland sports family, so I love my Browns, Indians and Cavaliers.
Despite this, I will cheer on the Reds when they're not playing the Indians. I'll support the Bengals as well, especially when they're playing Pittsburgh or Baltimore.


Foundroot began as a simple hunch. The belief that no matter one’s faith, origin, background, or beliefs, we all need to eat. That the feeling of being nourished belongs to everyone. That growing clean, healthy food doesn’t need to be hard or expensive or take vast knowledge and skill. That even in challenging conditions, we can grow plenty of good food to share. We didn’t know what was going to happen when we started this journey but it turns out that you agree with us. For that, we thank you.
Over the last two years, Foundroot has grown to stand on its own in a way that we never anticipated. With the support that you have given us and after much searching and careful consideration, we have finally found our home in the town of Haines, AK.
Although we will miss Southcentral Alaska, we chose to purchase land in the town of Haines for very specific reasons. In order to make Foundroot viable, we needed to head to a part of Alaska that was more conducive to overwintering crops. We looked at several areas with milder winters and a shallower frost line than Palmer but Haines had some special elements that convinced us further. The difference between Haines and other towns in Southeast Alaska is that Haines has around 47 inches of annual precipitation but goes through a dry spell every May through July. The deep snowpack insulates the ground through the winter but usually melts off earlier to allow for a slightly longer growing season. Less extreme temperature fluctuation, shallower frost line, insulated ground, a chance for everything to dry out, and a slightly longer season will give us a real shot at growing seriously hardy seeds.
The land we’ve purchased was a small part of the original Charles Anway Homestead. Mr. Anway was far ahead of his time growing the first apple orchard, first cherry tree orchard, and the largest strawberry in Alaska. A visionary horticulturist, Anway was also a true homesteader growing potatoes, raising livestock, and building wood furniture. The land he left has since been reforested and dappled with modern homes but the rich soil remains and the land is still sheltered from the wind and warm on its south-facing slope. You can learn more about the preservation work regarding the Anway Homestead from the Sheldon Museum in Haines. We look forward to working with them along with 7 Echoes, a developing permaculture homestead, the burgeoning group of new farmers in Southeast AK, and the broader Haines community.
During this transition, you can look forward to continuing online sales and seeing us at select events around the state. We will do our best to keep you updated with our progress through our blog and social networking sites as we undertake this great experiment. We anticipate many new challenges learning the land in a different area of the state we love so dearly. Luckily, the blossoming cherry trees, wild thimbleberries, and overwintered kale offer us much encouragement.
Please keep in touch,
Nick & Leah


Art is a means of uniting people, joining them together in the same feeling. - Leo Tolstoy
The Burning Basket Project
Connecting Alaska and Hawaii.
A current vision for the Burning Basket Project is to bring together people that are separated by distance, so as to recognize and celebrate the connecting elements that span the Pacific Ocean between Alaska and neighboring Hawaii.
Alaska and Hawaii are unique in that they are both separate from the rest of the 48 states. They are neighbors with the Pacific Ocean connecting them. Prevailing currents from Alaska to the Hawaiian islands carry the migrating Pacific humpback whales, connecting air currents carry migrating shorebirds such as the golden plover (also known as kolea) and the island hopping ruddy turnstone. Both places are hot spots on the volcanic "ring of fire", with active, concurrently erupting volcanoes.
A garland of origami paper whales was created by students from the Volcano School of Arts & Sciences, Big Island, Hawaii. The handmade gift was sent to Homer, Alaska to welcome the burning basket project to Hawaii. This garland with their written messages was incorporated in the 2007 burning basket in Homer.
Students from Fireweed Academy, Homer, Alaska reciprocated by constructing similar garlands of paper whales that were incorporated in each of the three burning basket sculptures that were then created in Hawaii. These gifts of origami art were an exchange of greetings, and well wishes for safe migrations.
The Hawaii burning basket enactments were;
1. Wishing Bell - Basket of New Beginning, Big Island,
2. Migration - Basket of Coming & Going, Volcano Elementary School, Big Island, and
3. Fluke - Basket of Safe Passage, Maui.
"Bringing people together to co-create the upcoming basket sculptures in Hawaii will widen our awareness of the many ways in which we are connected to each other, and the many ways we are connected to the natural world." - Mavis Muller, workshop facilitator
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Click here to contact Mavis if you are interested in purchasing a 15 minute DVD presentation of this event.


The southern Schoharie County, NY area was settled in the 1760s, and a hamlet on the Schoharie Creek named Gilboa became its commercial center. In 1848, lands from the towns of Blenheim and Broome were incorporated and adopted the name Town of Gilboa. Late in 1878, The Gilboa Monitor newspaper began publishing on Thursdays starting in December 19, 1878. In 1915, the hamlet was selected to be the site of a new dam, the land forming the Schoharie reservoir, and the Shandaken Tunnel sending Catskill water to the municipal water supply of New York City. The Monitor ceased publication on October 10, 1918 and the village was flooded soon after in 1925. The digitization of this 40-year newspaper was provided via the efforts of Richard Lewis, Mary Wyckoff, Lee Hudson, Gerry Stoner, the Gilboa Historical Society, and the Town Board.
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The NYS Historic Newspapers project has fundamentally changed the look and feel of its website. This change increases functionality throughout, and also provides a state map for ease of geographic access. The advantage of this change is the streamlining of access to the website's content. Searches can now be started from any screen by clicking the search option on the navigation bar. This opens a search window without disrupting the browsing experience. In addition, the state map is optimized for searching. Clicking any county will bring up a page that allows the user to search all newspapers within a county with a custom interface, or browse a list of newspapers contained within that county.
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Auto dealership magnate Herb Chambers is offering a condo in Boston overlooking the city’s Public Garden for $18 million.
The approximately 3,300 square foot apartment, with three bedrooms and an office, is at the Four Seasons Hotel and Residences on Boylston Street, according to listing agent Michael Carucci of Gibson Sotheby’s International Realty.
Mr Chambers, owner of one of New England’s largest car dealerships, paid $8.875 million for the unit in 2016, records show. At the time, he said he was under contract to purchase an approximately 5,500 square foot unit at Four Seasons Private Residences One Dalton Street, Boston. Mr Chambers said he had bought the smaller condo on Boylston Street as a place to live while waiting for One Dalton to be completed. “I never realized I would be here for as long as I am,” he said.
Mr Chambers recently moved into One Dalton after closing its 59th floor for nearly $18 million in 2019, and is now ready to unload the Boylston Street condo.
Mr. Chambers, who also has a home in Connecticut, said he spends his work days in the Boston area and both apartments are within a short drive of his office in Somerville, Mass.
He gutted the interior of the Boylston Street unit, he said, adding brand new electrical and heating equipment as well as Venetian plaster walls and coffered ceilings.
According to Mr. Carucci, the 12th-floor apartment was originally made up of three adjoining units, combined by a previous owner, and each room has large windows overlooking the park, even the closets. “You’re above the treeline, but you still see the pulse of the garden,” he said.
Mr. Chambers founded his eponymous car dealership in the 1980s. The company now has about 60 locations in southern New England, according to its website. During the fourth quarter of 2021, the median selling price of luxury condos in downtown Boston rose 29.3% year over year, according to real estate appraisal firm Miller Samuel.
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Appeared in the April 15, 2022 print edition as “Herb Chambers Lists Boston Condo”.


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With the Nonella-Young Team you will be supported through your real estate transaction with two dedicated, motivated, and well-versed agents.
A team approach allow us the opportunity to reach out to an expansive, well-established network in order to best market and/or locate property for you. Deep connection to community facilitates our knowledge of currently offered listings, and affords us insight into properties coming on the market.
Our families have homesteaded, owned vineyards, businesses, farms, been active on school boards, 4H, and resided in Sonoma County since the 1800s.
The Nonella-Young Team has a depth of knowledge of Sonoma County, a commitment to caring for our clients, and a desire to assist you in achieving your real estate goals. Located in the heart of Wine Country we are surrounded by wineries, restaurants, hiking, biking, kayaking, art galleries and, of course, access to the famed Sonoma County Coast.
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Invest in Orlando, this city is one of the most visited destinations in the world, and Florida real estate is primed to climb in value over the next several years. These 6 reasons will help you make a more informed decision on exactly why looking at an investment in Central Florida could be an absolute game changer for you and your family.
Orlando Has A Thriving Tourism Industry
Orlando, often dubbed as “The Theme Park Capital of the World,” is home to globally renowned destinations such as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and SeaWorld. Millions of people visit Orlando each year to experience the thrilling rides, attractions, and shows at these theme parks. However, Orlando has much more to offer beyond the theme parks.
The city has a thriving arts and culture scene, with numerous museums, galleries, and theaters. The Orlando Museum of Art showcases a vast collection of American art and artifacts, while the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts hosts a variety of cultural events, including ballets, musicals, and concerts. Nature lovers can enjoy the lush parks and gardens in the city, such as the Harry P. Leu Gardens, featuring over 50 acres of tropical plants. The city also has several lakes, riverfronts, and nature reserves, ideal for outdoor activities like kayaking, fishing, and hiking. Orlando is also known for its diverse culinary scene, offering a range of international cuisines from Latin American to Asian. The city has a lively nightlife, with various bars, clubs, and live entertainment venues. Overall, Orlando has something for everyone – from theme parks to nature trails, from cultural attractions to culinary delights.
Annually, the city welcomes millions of tourists, generating a constant demand for vacation rentals and other accommodation options. This thriving tourism industry presents an excellent opportunity for investors in short-term rental properties.
Population and Economic Growth (A Real Estate Market That Grows)
Orlando is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. The city’s population has been on a steady upward trajectory for several decades and is projected to continue to grow in the coming years. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the population of Orlando was 238,300 in 2000. By 2010, it had grown to 238,300, an increase of over 20%. By 2020, the population had increased to an estimated 289,000.
One of the main reasons for Orlando’s growth is its strong and diverse economy. The city is home to many large corporations, including Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and SeaWorld. Orlando is also a hub for technology and research, with numerous companies and research institutions calling the city home. In addition to its strong economy, Orlando is known for its warm weather, beautiful beaches, and world-famous theme parks. These factors make Orlando an attractive destination for tourists, retirees, and young professionals alike. As a result, the city’s real estate market is booming, with new residential and commercial developments popping up all over town. Despite its growth, Orlando remains a vibrant and diverse city with a strong sense of community. Whether you’re a resident, a visitor, or just passing through, there’s always something new and exciting to discover in this rapidly growing metropolis.
In addition, the quality of life, lower cost of living compared to other major US cities, and flourishing job market. As the population grows, so does the demand for both rental and owned housing, making real estate a sound investment.
If you’re looking for the best way to navigate the Florida real estate check out our free guide
Robust Job Market: (Fortune 500 Companies Invest In Orlando)
The economic landscape of Orlando is diverse and robust. While tourism is the city’s main economic driver, sectors like healthcare, technology, and aerospace also provide a significant number of jobs. Tourism has long been the backbone of Orlando’s economy. The city is one of the world’s most famous tourist destinations, with attractions such as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and SeaWorld drawing millions of visitors every year. The tourism industry employs a large portion of the city’s workforce, offering jobs in hotels, restaurants, attractions, and transportation.
Aside from tourism, healthcare is also a significant contributor to the Orlando economy.
The city is home to several major hospitals and medical centers, as well as numerous clinics and healthcare facilities. The healthcare industry provides a wide range of jobs, from doctors and nurses to administrative staff and support personnel.
The technology industry is another growing sector in the Orlando area, with several tech companies and startups establishing their presence in the city. These companies focus on fields such as software development, cybersecurity, and digital media, offering well-paying jobs to skilled workers. Lastly, Orlando has a thriving aerospace industry, with companies like Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and NASA having a significant presence in the area. These aerospace companies provide highly skilled and specialized jobs, including engineers, scientists, and technicians. In summary, the economic landscape of Orlando is diverse and dynamic, with tourism, healthcare, technology, and aerospace being the prominent sectors. This diversity ensures that the city’s economy stays vibrant and resilient, even during economic downturns.
Just a bonus, as Orlando’s job market expands, so does the demand for residential real estate, contributing to increased property values and rental rates. Easy wins!
Affordable Property Market: Central Florida’s Housing Market Cost is Reasonable by Comparison to other Major Cities
Despite the growth, Orlando’s real estate remains reasonably affordable compared to other popular markets.
This makes it an attractive prospect for investors, as there is a strong chance of achieving high rental yields and potentially significant capital growth over the long term. In fact, according to data from Zillow, the median home value in Orlando is currently around $269,000, which is considerably lower than other popular Florida cities such as Miami and Tampa.
Additionally, there are a number of affordable pockets within the wider Orlando region, particularly in the suburbs and outlying areas. For example, areas such as Kissimmee, Ocoee, and Winter Garden offer a range of affordable homes and strong tenant demand, making them ideal for those looking to achieve strong returns on their investment.
Overall, while Orlando’s real estate market has seen strong growth in recent years, the city remains an affordable destination for property investors, with a range of opportunities available for those willing to do their research and invest strategically.
As the barrier to entry is lower, and the potential for profit, given the steady demand and appreciation, is considerable.
Outstanding Infrastructure (That Makes Orlando A Prime City To Invest in Now)
Orlando boasts excellent infrastructure, including a comprehensive road network, the Orlando International Airport – one of the busiest in the world, and a top-tier educational system. In addition to these, Orlando also has a well-maintained public transportation system that includes buses, trains, and taxis.
The city is also home to several world-class hospitals and medical centers, making it a hub for healthcare. Moreover, Orlando is dotted with several sports complexes, theme parks, and recreational facilities that make it an ideal destination for sports enthusiasts and travelers looking for a fun-filled vacation.
Also, the city has a thriving business community, with several multinational companies having set up their operations here. Orlando’s diverse economy includes industries such as aerospace and defense, tourism, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing. All of these factors combine to make Orlando a highly desirable city to live, work, and visit.
This well-developed infrastructure enhances the quality of life for residents, making the city a more attractive place to live, work, and invest in.
Warm Climate and Attractive Lifestyle
Okay we are not kidding when we say Orlando is sunny, and it’s warm a good percentage of the year, and we’d consider it hot the rest of the time to be absolutely hot.
If you’ve you’e been looking for a warmer climate, you’ve absolutely struck gold if you’re considering Orlando.
The weather here is a huge draw for both full-time residents and vacationers. Coupled with diverse cultural offerings, outdoor recreational activities, and a vibrant nightlife, the city’s lifestyle is a significant factor in the increasing demand for real estate.
People who live up north might find these temperatures to be more extreme, but give it a little time and Orlando’s charm will be sure to show you why so many people consider this place to be among the be cities on earth.
Just a warning, bring your bathing suit because these summers are hot!!!! If you’ve been running from the cold this place is an absolute dream.
In conclusion (If you’re looking to invest, the market trends say Orlando Real Estate is a absolute Gem)
Orlando, Florida, with its thriving tourism, growing population, robust job market, and affordable real estate, presents a compelling opportunity for real estate investment.
As an investor, you can benefit from the city’s continued growth and the resulting demand for housing. Just like any investment, it’s essential to conduct thorough research and possibly work with a local real estate expert to find the right opportunities that align with your financial goals.
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Sutter Health Plus members have access to a new Sutter Walk-In Care in the midtown Sacramento area. Sutter Walk-In Care provides same-day care for everyday illnesses and health needs—no appointment necessary.
Sutter Walk-In Care is now open at 1360 16th Street in the Eviva Building, one block from Capitol Park and walking distance to several network pharmacies. The new location is easily accessible by public transit, biking or walking, with street parking available.
“Sutter Health Plus has a strong footprint in the Sacramento community,” shared Brian Fellner, Sutter Health Plus CEO. “We are excited to offer additional access points for care, providing ease and convenience for members who live and work near midtown Sacramento.”
At Sutter Walk-In Care, members have access to care for a variety of common health needs—at the same out-of-pocket cost as a primary care visit—including:
- Colds, flu and strep throat
- Vaccinations (such as the flu shot)
- Minor sprains and strains
- Ear infections
- Allergies and skin conditions
- Health screenings, including pregnancy testing
The midtown Sutter Walk-In Care location marks the tenth Walk-In Care location in the greater Sacramento area, including Citrus Heights, Davis, East Sacramento, El Dorado Hills, Elk Grove, Natomas, Rancho Cordova, and Roseville.
Sutter Walk-In Care is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and most holidays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Members can call 800-972-5547, go online to book a same-day visit, or simply walk in without an appointment.
Find your nearest Sutter Walk-In Care at sutterhealthplus.org/walk-in.


Summer’s here and while traveling with your partner or taking a family vacation may be the traditional thing to do, maybe you’re thinking about traveling solo or going on a girls-only weekend getaway. Traveling alone can be a liberating experience and the girls getaway, of course, presents the opportunity for you to leave all your work and family cares behind.
The staff writers of SmarterTravel.com have actually identified a few countries that are women-friendly and several regions of the world that are particularly unfriendly—or dangerous—for women to be traveling alone. Here’s a summary, with supporting opinions:
Best countries for women travelers:
Amsterdam has safe public transportation and English is widely spoken. Dutch women are pragmatic, independent, and friendly.
Ireland is a welcoming destination for everyone, pubs are inclusive of men, women, and families. Bed and breakfast inns make it easy to experience local flavor.
Costa Rica is by far the safest of Latin American tourist destinations, friendly and easy-going locals. Costa Rican landscape is picturesque, and comfortable, safe hotels are available for under $40/night. Many hotels also offer shuttle vans to transport tourists from hotels to attractions around the country.
Although India’s crowded, dirty, and poor areas can be intimidating, women largely feel safe in India. Local Indians are friendly and appreciative, women are generally respected and hold upper-level jobs. India’s tourism industry has become luxurious in the past few years.
The tourism industry in Vietnam has become more developed in recent years. The country offers plenty of services for tourists ranging from rustic to luxury, and dining and hotels are low-cost.
Worst countries for women travelers:
Religion in the Middle East and North Africa plays a big role in daily life, so be sure to educate yourself about the modesty that comes with this. Women will often be dressed in full hijab, including veils, long shirts, and floor length skirts or wide pants. If you’re planning on entering a religious site, dress conservatively (no bare shoulders or short skirts or shorts). Also be prepared to not have equal rights: some Middle Eastern countries require women to have her husband’s permission to leave the country. Once in a country, you are required to abide by their laws.
If you travel on the Mediterranean Coast, remember to always have your guard up. It’s not uncommon for women traveling in this regions to report unwanted sexual—or attempted sexual—encounters with male strangers.
It may or may not come as a surprise that areas of the United States can be unfriendly towards women. Sexual harassment, as most of us know, is common and sexual violence is an issue in big cities and rural areas alike. Culture varies across our large country, so even though we might speak the same language, always be alert and ask locals which areas are safe for women traveling alone. When using public transportation or walking alone, don’t talk on your cell phone or send text messages: be aware of your surroundings all the time.
Latin America and the Carribbean have always been a place where women have potential to feel uncomfortable. Besides the usually harmless staring and whistling, drug dealers and more aggressive men can be extremely harmful. If you travel to these areas, travel in groups and stay in tourist areas. Don’t put yourself in vulnerable situations, such as walking alone at night or getting drunk.


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Complete with pristine white sand beaches, adventurous activities, and striking landscapes, Aruba is celebrated as one of the most beautiful and romantic destinations for couples. Famous for its year-round balmy weather, consistent and refreshing east trade winds, diverse land and sea activities, historic attractions, authentic and flavorrich island cuisine and, of course, world-famous sun-kissed sandy beaches, Aruba attracts happy pairs seeking a paradise retreat, dream destination wedding or unforgettable honeymoon. There is no better way to express love than with a romantic getaway to the One happy island of Aruba.
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Jupiter’s moon Europa is a prime candidate for extraterrestrial habitability in our solar system. The surface landforms of its ice shell express the subsurface structure, dynamics, and exchange governing this potential. Double ridges are the most common surface feature on Europa and occur across every sector of the moon, but their formation is poorly understood, with current hypotheses providing competing and incomplete mechanisms for the development of their distinct morphology. Here we present the discovery and analysis of a double ridge in Northwest Greenland with the same gravity-scaled geometry as those found on Europa. Using surface elevation and radar sounding data, we show that this double ridge was formed by successive refreezing, pressurization, and fracture of a shallow water sill within the ice sheet. If the same process is responsible for Europa’s double ridges, our results suggest that shallow liquid water is spatially and temporally ubiquitous across Europa’s ice shell.
Jupiter’s icy moon Europa harbors a global subsurface ocean beneath an outer ice shell. The thickness and thermophysical structure of this ice shell are poorly constrained, but models suggest it may be 20–30 km thick with a layer of warm, convecting ice underlying a cold, rigid crust. The detailed structure and dynamics of its ice shell and the timescales over which they evolve are critical for understanding both the fundamental geophysical processes and habitability of Europa. Some of the primary observational constraints on these subsurface processes are their expressions in the surface morphologies imaged by Voyager and Galileo.
Europa’s surface is young and geologically active, displaying a wide variety of landforms including ridges, troughs, bands, lenticulae, and chaos terrain. Of these, double ridges are the most common, consisting of quasi-symmetric ridge pairs flanking a medial trough, with height to peak-to-peak distance ratios <0.5817. These ridges may extend for hundreds of kilometers and include some of the oldest features visible on the surface, with frequent cross-cutting implying numerous formation cycles over Europa’s history. Cycloidal ridges and ridge complexes share many of these characteristics and along-strike transitions between ridge morphologies are not uncommon, suggesting that a single process may be active in the formation of all ridge types. Proposed formation mechanisms for double ridges fall into six categories: cryovolcanism, tidal squeezing, diapirism, compression, dike intrusion or ice wedging, and shear heating. All of these mechanisms require ice-shell fracture and, with the exception of compression and diapirism, all invoke near-surface ice-water interactions, either through internal melting or direct injection from the subsurface ocean.
More recently, a number of extensions to the explosive cryovolcanism hypothesis have been proposed, in part to address the difficulty of driving negatively buoyant ocean water directly to the surface. These models suggest that double ridges may instead form above shallow, crystallizing water bodies, such as sills or dikes, within the ice shell, rather than by direct connection to the subsurface ocean. Such mechanisms are more consistent with morphometric analyses that both disfavor compressional formation models and support the presence of subsurface water reservoirs beneath ridges. These models have much in common with formation mechanisms for lenticulae, chaos, and cratered terrain that invoke the emplacement and refreezing of shallow water bodies to explain the observed doming, surface disruption, or collapse. This growing body of work suggests that shallow water may be critical, not only to double ridge formation, but also to Europan ice-shell dynamics, exchange, and ultimately habitability.
Analogs for double ridges or confined shallow water bodies from the terrestrial cryosphere could place powerful constraints on this hypothesis space for Europa. Sea-ice pressure ridges and some ice rise divides bear a qualitative resemblance to Europa’s double ridges, but the pressure ridge analog assumes a very thin ice shell and ice divides express a flow regime entirely dissimilar to the Europan environment. Similarly, subglacial volcanic craters and ice shelf brine infiltration have been invoked as analogs for pressurized ice-water interactions, but neither fully captures the physics of refreezing water bodies confined within an ice matrix.
Here, we present an icy double ridge discovered on the Greenland Ice Sheet with the same gravity-scaled geometry as Europa’s double ridges. High-resolution ice penetrating radar observations reveal that this ridge is underlain by a shallow refreezing water sill and provide a direct window into the subsurface processes that drove its formation.