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It's hard to reinvent the wheel. Heck, it's hard to effectively retread the wheel. It's a problem folk music has long struggled with—how does a genre that intentionally avoids modernity stay modern? That's why Americana Hotel, the latest record from Seattle's Ali Marcus, is so impressive. Seven albums into her career, Marcus still manages to make her brand of simple folk music sound fresh in a genre that often feels like a relic.
There's a casual effortlessness to Americana Hotel's sound. Marcus's voice is soft, sweet, and clear, straddling the line between singing and sing-talking. The instrumental backing flows like a laid-back down-home jam session, with various instruments (banjo, harmonica, fiddle, etc.) popping up when needed but never overstaying their welcome. It's an organic feeling that works whether Marcus is singing about her grandparents during the Great Depression ("The Ballad of Helen and Bernie") or playing an old-fashioned folk protest song (remember those?) like "American Soil."
But what makes Americana Hotel stand out is Marcus's idiosyncrasy. While she can craft old folk narratives, her music stands out the most when she strays lyrically into the modern realm. Marcus's rallying cry for the misunderstood dreamer musicians, "Of Homes and Loved Ones," drops allusions in a style reminiscent of Kimya Dawson of Juno fame (it's not often "Hoagy Carmichael" or "Puff the Inconsolable Dragon" are used as end rhymes). "The Windmill Song" focuses on wind turbines and has an entire verse dedicated to Al Gore. "Trash Day" literally uses the lack of a trash day in an apartment complex as a way to look fondly to carefree days of the past. The best part is that none of it seems forced; it's Marcus's natural character shining through.
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|December 7, 2018, 08:39 PM
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Success today -Update Field to table
Ventured out yesterday and then again today in the afternoon up in Pennsylvania as the firearms for deer season ends tomorrow Saturday, December 8. I spotted a Doe approximately 130 yards out. I quickly dropped to my knee and placed The crosshairs of the fixed 4x power Bushnell from my model 94 right on the Doe's head and dropped her instantly.
After hearing so many rave reviews about the Winchester 150 grain jacketed hollow point cartridge, I decided to give it a try. This cartridge left a big gaping hole as an exit wound out the other side of the Doe's head. I've never seen an exit wound that big with any other cartridge that I've used over the last 30 years in this model 94. This cartridge would definitely drop a huge bear in its tracks if it were shot through the head or neck... at a safe distance nonetheless. Needless to say, I'm a firm believer in this cartridge now, as it is nothing short of devastating.
Update-December 9th...
Just enjoyed a delicious venison tenderloin stew from a regular 'Beef stew recipe I grabbed off the Internet. I've attached a couple photos.
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Don't even try it. It's even worse than the internet would lead you to believe.
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I'm glad you bagged some venison!
|December 8, 2018, 10:49 AM
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Cool musicm!
Just the day before yesterday (the 6th), I did about the same thing with my '64 vintage 336. It sports a vintage 4x33mm Leupold Compact, and is a wonderfully accurate little carbine. I ranged my whitetail doe @ 154 yds., and as she was quartering to me, I placed the hairs just behind her left shoulder (good rest on my daypack), about a 1/3+ the way up the body from her belly, and squeezed off. She was with 4 other does and fawns, and when they all bolted at the shot, they all went down behind an irrigation ditch; only 4 came up the other side. I knew my shot was good, and found her less than 60 yds. from where I hit her. The shot hit her exactly where the hairs crossed on my hold, and took out the lungs and part of her liver. Lights out, quickly, and was pleased to see she was dry.
My handload worked very well:
150 grn. Speer SPFN
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Rem. brass, F.L. resized, trimmed @ 2.030."
Good crimp on the bullet cannelure.
At 154 yds, the bullet had an exit wound showing good expansion. Since the doe had a good supply of fat on her flanks, tissue damage wasn't bad at all. My wife and I butchered yesterday, and the only meat loss was flank meat, and again, wasn't much (burger meat) at all. Love that old Marlin, and my old eyes love that Leupold! Hard to beat a 30-30 for deer; good all around.
Congrats on the doe, musicmatty!
|December 8, 2018, 11:40 AM
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Thanks for sharing… I love these hunting stories! To be able to take a shot even with the scope at the length of a football field and half of another football field, is most impressive and very difficult to do when you only have seconds to make a shot at best!
The lever gun is even being touted as a great home defense weapon now and that is no surprise because of it's size and fast handling. These lightweight carbines are extremely accurate with a scope despite some naysayers. No doubt, you and I can testify to that time and time again I'm sure.
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Hello musicmatty, good for you and a venison in the freezer.
I have some links to PA deer hunting with family and am familiar with the big tradition there and the hectic nature of PA's season. I've also hunted the M94 30-30 just a bit, actually in PA and VA, and liked it's light weight and portability in the rocks and ridges. That was a long time ago, but I seem to recall the load I used was W-W factory 150 gr Power Point. My rifle was not scoped. My Dad hunted a scoped M94 for a span of 10 yrs or so, chambered in .44 mag. Neither one of us were unhappy with our rifles or cartridges and worked just fine for PA woods hunting.
Hitting a deer's head at 130 yds, in the woods, off a knee is quite a feat, but I must tell you I am not a fan of headshooting deer at all. If you ever see one with the or nostrils blown apart, or the jaw blown off and hung by threads, but still running, and likely not recovered unless shot by another hunter, you might think the same way. Too, head shot deer are a mess to look at, eyes bugged and so on. But the big reason is that the head is a small target, often moving as the deer glances about and picks their way through the woods. The classic shoulder/ lung shot offers a bigger target with a higher success rate and less chance of wounding (and missing). Also, the chest cavity is not as articulated as the head and thus not prone to big moves. Think of a pie plate size target on a stake stuck in the ground, as opposed to a softball size balloon on a string in the breeze, and which is easier to hit?
Not wishing to rain on your parade....any deer up in heavily hunted PA is a trophy and reason to be proud of success. Just wanting you to reconsider your aiming points in the future.
Also, most curious, what county are you hunting?
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Thanks for chiming in! Fortunately over the last 30 years, I've never lost a dear. I have a few rules that I follow… I never shoot a deer while it's running… I'm very selective on the angles for a careful easy shot… And I won't go outside of 150 yards
Every dear that I have taken over the last 30 years has either been a neck shot or a headshot which drops them immediately in their tracks and are dead upon my arrival. If I were shooting with open sights, a body shot would be most favorable! However, with the scoped rifle and the boundaries that I have set for myself, a precise placement shot to the neck or head is very easy to achieve... at least it has been for me over the last 30 years.
The day before I took my Doe, I counted 16 deer that were all under 50 yards for a shot but I passed each one up because I was not comfortable with my vantage point for an easy clean kill. At this point, I don't think it would be wise for me to change my formula considering the success that I've had.
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Thanks for the pic edit.
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10-4 I get it and thanks for the heads up
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Nice pictures, that stew looks delicious!
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Good job on putting some venison in the freezer.
Oh, and I love me some venison stew. Matter of fact that's exactly what we had tonight for dinner. Thursday I am making a HUGE pot of venison chili for a gathering of Friends on Saturday.
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Sounds good, MoMan. Chili is my favorite venison dish.
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I've never had venison chili… I need to get more creative!
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Congrats on your hunting and the stew picture made me real hungry right here about supper time.
|December 19, 2018, 05:25 PM
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30-30 is a keeper!
Fire up the grill! Deer hunting IS NOT catch and release.
|December 19, 2018, 08:59 PM
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Just a opinion is all.
When shooting H.P.'s?
There are only two places on Big Game to aim at. {Head & neck.}
Spine & everywhere else? >is taboo.
Congrats on your Marksman skills.
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Basic tenderloin recipe:
Apply large grain salt and fresh cracked pepper to fresh tenderloin. Garlic salt optional.
Grill to rare or medium rare, or at worst medium on a grill. Wood fire preferred, charcoal also works, so does propane.
If you don't have a grill of any kind, Chef Gordon "I'mahugehilariousjerkbutprobablyaprettygoodcook" Ramsay does it like I do. Or I him. It's kind of a gray area. I prefer a cast iron skillet. And less pronounced British accent:
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I hope to find the one I hit tonight we are going to let her lay and get her in the morning, and then make that stew !!!!
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This is a collection of short videos of commercial airplanes landing at Birmingham, UK (BHX) airport on very difficult days for pilots. The filming and compilation is by flugsnug who has lots of commercial flying videos in his YouTube channel.
This seems like an odd video to embed here but I've always been amazed by video compilations like this one and this is an extremely high quality video. I recommend zooming it out to full screen if you can.
The reason the runaways look bumpy and the planes have the perspective they do is that videographer used a long lens which compresses the scene.
Crosswinds make pilots steer into them and the planes seem to be, and actually are traveling at very extreme and seemingly odd angles to the runway. This is called "crabbing" and is common. What makes these particular landings difficult and scary is that the winds are changing so these pilots are working very hard to keep the planes moving in the right direction with the right glide path to land.
As you can see, a number of pilots touch and go, take off again because they can't get the plane stabilized safely.
As a person who has flown a lot, all over the world in many types of planes and in many types of conditions, I can relate to what passengers must be going through during these landings. Watching this made me extremely uneasy.
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The 65% polyester/35% cotton ripstop fabric is fade, shrink and wrinkle resistant, with DuPont™ Teflon® fabric protector to repel stains and liquids. The coat features felled seams throughout for enhanced durability and a bi-swing back for improved range of motion.


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On Tuesday (16 April), the European Parliament's Plenary will vote on EU Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS) back-loading proposals, a measure designed to address the current surplus of carbon allowances in the market. The impact of the surplus has been to push down the value of the carbon price and therefore undermine low-carbon investments.
The UK Government wants to see a strong EU ETS which allows emissions reductions from European industry at the lowest cost, and therefore calls for united support around back-loading alongside a link to longer-term structural reform.
UK Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change, Ed Davey, said today:
"The current low carbon price, caused by the large over-supply of allowances in the market, risks damaging growth and investment in green technologies.
"Removing some of these allowances over the next few years would help to restore confidence in the market, before longer-term reforms to strengthen the system can be brought in.
"An agreement on this now would minimise uncertainty in the market.
"Any delay could lead to greater costs in the long-term in meeting the EU's 2050 objectives and would undermine the move to a low-carbon economy.
"If back-loading and structural reform are not supported, Member States may adopt unilateral policies to deliver their energy and climate objectives and stimulate investment, creating a complex patchwork of climate legislation across the EU that is inefficient and increases regulatory burdens on industry.
"The EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) is a cornerstone of climate change policy, which is helping the UK meet its climate change goals and ensures that emission reductions in energy intensive industries are achieved at the lowest cost".
Source: Department of Energy & Climate Change


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The original Margie's on Western Avenue may be showing its age—the booths are dusty, the jukeboxes mute—but it brings childhood rushing back on a wave of cherry-topped whipped cream like no other ice-cream parlor in the city. The place opened in 1921. The Beatles, the Rolling Stones, Meryl Streep, Roy Rogers, and Kim Novak have all satisfied their sweet tooth here. Your grandparents may have, too.
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JHA opt-in and Schengen opt-out protocols
Approach to EU Justice and Home Affairs, parliamentary scrutiny, annual report, past and upcoming decisions, and the code of practice.
The UK's participation in EU legislation on Justice and Home Affairs (JHA) is principally governed by protocols 19 and 21 to the Treaty on European Union and the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, collectively often referred to as the Lisbon Treaty.
The background document covers:
- an explanations of the protocols
- the government's approach to participation in EU Justice and Home Affairs (JHA) legislation
- the scrutiny arrangements for decisions on participation in EU JHA legislation
- the annual report to Parliament on the JHA opt-in
The decision document describes JHA (Title V) opt-in and Schengen opt-out decisions taken between 1 December 2009 and the present. It lists the 83 proposals, plus those the government is currently considering and those on which a decision is expected in the next few months.
The code of practice provides guidance for government officials on the handling of parliamentary scrutiny aspects of justice and home affairs opt-in and Schengen opt-out decisions. This code of practice outlines the actions government departments will take to ensure opt-in and Schengen opt-out decisions take into account the views of Parliament.
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Contemporary Cottages
Romantic doesn't always have to be chocolate box pretty. So for all lovers of both romantic and contemporary we've put together a collection of contemporary holiday hideaways for couples.
Romantic doesn't always have to be chocolate box pretty. So for all lovers of both romantic and contemporary we've put together a collection of contemporary holiday hideaways for couples.
Stay in a contemporary luxury apartment mixing the old with the new in the prestigious Grade I listed Royal William Yard. With stunning views across the Plymouth Sound, this place is a foodie heaven with no less than seven restaurants within the stylish development along with a number of bars and cafes. And if you fancy some more culture then Plymouth's historical town is just down the road. Perfect for a romantic food & culture break in Devon.Opens in a new window
We love Norfolk; with its fantastic beaches, nature reserves, lovely towns and cute cottages, this county is a fantastic destination for a last minute holiday or romantic break. Check out this great selection from our partner Norfolk Hideaways.Opens in a new window
We all love to be beside the seaside! And Dorset offers some of the best seaside escapes with stunning beaches, idyllic countryside and some rather upmarket towns with excellent watering holes and eateries. Our partner Dorset Hideaways still has a few fantastic last minute holiday cottages in Dorset on offer - click here for more information.Opens in a new window
We think that pretty much everyone is desperate for a holiday or romantic break right now so you can relax and forget about everyday life for a while (we know we certainly are!). And since trying to find that perfect cottage with availability when you need it may seem like finding a needle in a haystack, we thought we'd share with you this link to our partner HolidayCottages.co.uk showing their late availability week by week - click here for more info.
City chic meets country luxury; The Potting Shed offers the best of both worlds. Set in a private 100 acre estate in one of Yorkshire's prettiest villages this bijou bolthole for two serves up stunning views from its 5 star accommodation. And in case you don't fancy leaving this little retreat, the owners offer a complementary breakfast and supper service to match. Read on…
This newly constructed luxury lodge is the perfect way to relax in the new year. With its hot tub, fabulous location in the Lake District and stunning views across the Duddon Valley it makes for a very special romantic break in Cumbria.Opens in a new window
We think this retreat is the ideal getaway for a couple that love the coast and are looking for a cosy hideaway which mixes up luxury and home comforts. Swallow Cottage has been designed and converted from a barn, specifically to treat those who want a fresh air break – with quirky interiors, a toasty woodburner for warm nights in, and moorland walks down to the sea or across the North Yorkshire countryside, starting from the doorstep.
How about this luxury hot tub lodge for couples near Cheddar, Somerset? You'll love contemporary decor, luxury touches, rural setting and of course that fabulous hot tub from where you can enjoy some spectacular sunsets.Opens in a new window
Where better to go in summer than beautiful Cornwall? This rugged county is still the nation's favourite when it comes to a beach holiday with a touch of class. And our partner Cornwall Hideaways still have some Cornish cottages with late availability - click here to see their properties.Opens in a new window
A cosy luxury lodge with private hot tub in the pretty Somerset countryside, Amber Lodge will appeal to those who prefer a classic decor. With its comfy sofas, generous kitchen, huge walk-in shower and of course the hot tub it has everything to make you feel spoiled and relaxed.Opens in a new window
A fabulous luxury lodge with private hot tub in the pretty Somerset countryside, Pomegranate has everything for you to relax and rejuvenate. From the huge Band & Olufsen television to the cutting edge decor and of course the private hot tub.Opens in a new window
For that extra special occasion or just because you desperately need a break away from everyday life; either way The Roundhouse offers a fabulous hot tub break in Cornwall. With bags of character, stylish interiors, a quirky kitchen and of course a wood fired hot tub, this romantic cottage near Bude won't disappoint.Opens in a new window
Are you looking for a last minute romantic and rural holiday cottage? Our partner Rural Retreats still has over 100 romantic properties with late availability in some of the best places in the UK to get your much needed holiday or romantic fix. Click here to see their availability now.Opens in a new window
This is your chance to stay in your very own Scottish castle tower with a hot tub on the rooftop overlooking the stunning Loch Tay. Can it get any more romantic? And best of all, there's still availability for 2019!Opens in a new window
Don't be fooled by the name - this romantic holiday cottage in Devon is one of the most luxurious retreats you could wish for. With its vaulted ceilings, open plan layout, wood burner and high end finishes you couldn't ask for more. Well, perhaps you could ask for a superb hot tub on the deck and a swimming lake? The Cattle Shed offers it all. Like we said, don't be fooled by the name.Opens in a new window
The Penthouse at Darcy Mews is a fabulous luxury apartment for two with views across the river Swale in historic Richmond. Finished to a very high standard and designed with comfort in mind, this really is a 5 star holiday property.
This light and airy romantic retreat is the perfect place to enjoy sea views and relax, tucked away in a hidden corner on the edge of Penzance, in Cornwall. Finger's Point is a converted barnhouse designed to a luxury standard and perfect just for two. Inside the cosy living area it is full of natural light – and outside there's a private hot tub with views across the waves to the spectacular small tidal island of St Michael's Mount.
This retreat was designed specifically to give couples an experience they wouldn't find anywhere else – and it shows. Silver Birch at The Mains is a beautiful two storey larchwood retreat, tucked in woodland near Inverness, with panoramic views across to the Moray Firth. If you are searching for an outstanding getaway, we think this five star Highland spot, complete with balcony, romantic wood burner and whirlpool bath overlooking the trees, is a great choice.
Voted one of the top 5 most romantic holiday cottages by The Times in 2016, we knew we just had to include Knoydart Hide in our collection. This very special hideaway is a sharp, architect designed lochside holiday cottage with hot tub and infra red sauna, offering the highest levels of luxury and privacy in a breathtaking setting with the most stunning views. The Knoydart peninsula on the west coast of Scotland is reached by fast water taxi, ensuring you will instantly have that 'getting away from it all' feeling in what is one of the UK's last wildernesses.
The Ardnamurchan peninsula has a reputation for being unique. As the most westerly point in the UK, it is one of Britain's last wildernesses and a perfect place to escape for romantics loving peace, quiet and stunning vistas. The peninsula is best reached using the Corran Ferry, only adding to the feeling of 'getting away from it all'.
It's not often that you find the perfect combination of boutique city chic and real country living. We think the owners of Stone Cottage have just nailed it - set in rural Herefordshire with far-reaching views this romantic bolthole for couples has an immaculate contemporary interior with open plan living, vaulted ceilings and boutique hotel style touches, making it the perfect honeymoon cottage. And on top of that you can bring your four legged friend with you on your romantic break; this Herefordshire retreat is dog friendly.
If you are looking for a truly inspiring escape then we think we've found the place for you. Treetop House is like nothing you have ever seen before, hand-crafted with a true designer's eye. It is sat up by a gorge with a tumbling stream and panoramic views of the sea and island vistas of the West Highlands.
Rafe Hall Coach House is like staying in a luxury boutique hotel but with all the comforts of home, plus space and privacy. No wonder it gets rave reviews from previous guests; it is set in 7 acres of gorgeous gardens and is beautifully designed with no expenses spared. So we reckon it's pretty much the perfect place to come and enjoy a romantic luxury break in the Essex countryside.
We would drive to the East coast simply for the fresh sea air and the world's best fish and chips. Now, we've found a great place to stay too. The Byre, in the popular village of Ruswarp, is less than three miles from the coast at Whitby. It's a light, modern style retreat with an unstuffy feel to it. We think it's a winner.
Peek inside this rural retreat and prepare to be stunned. Inside has the sort of sophisticated luxury feel you might expect from an urban design show. Outside, you can enjoy the gorgeous wooden hot tub in the Somerset fresh air, surrounded by the folds of a 260-acre organic farm. You can enjoy the best of both worlds.
With uninterrupted views of the sea loch and mountains beyond, Hill Cottage offers stunning self-catering accommodation in one of the UK's most breathtaking settings. This is self-catering indulgence at its best and provides you with the highest standard of luxury accommodation. It features two baths – both designed to accommodate two people – one of which is outdoors on the secluded patio area overlooking the sea.
If you love the English countryside and want to share it with both your partner and your four-legged friend, then we have found you the perfect pet-friendly romantic bolthole in Yorkshire. And when you return after a bracing walk you can relax in the gorgeous wooden hot tub with views to die for…
This elegant retreat is a perfect pick for a couple searching for days exploring some of the most beautiful parts of south England, followed by relaxed evenings in their own private hot tub. Batcombe Hollow has been specially designed to offer a modern sophisticated eco space for a pair to enjoy, between an orchard and a host of walking routes, set in the quiet grounds of Strawberryfield Park. The lodge is an ideal choice for those searching for time away in the fresh west country air.
Whitsand Bay is one of those stretches of English coastline that feels ancient and unchanged – rugged and naturally romantic through and through. And tucked in the side of the coastline here is the laid back Whirlwind retreat, where you can enjoy views of the sea and a real feeling of escape.
We think this stylish apartment in the charming town of Woodbridge is a great place for a romantic week away from it all. The Penthouse is a retreat which has been designed to offer couples a taste of luxury – and the panoramic balcony views of boats on the river are reason enough to head here.
E.M. Forster wanted A Room with a View – well Forster, we've found you the one! This romantic Devon retreat earns its name from its outlook. From the living room you can sit back and admire a beautiful 32-acre estate with fishing lakes. Now complete with private hot tub!
After reading rave reviews about the food, atmosphere and service at The Baron at Bucknell we knew we just had to include it. And with the newly built Garden Rooms this hidden gem becomes a destination in its own right. Each Garden Room is privately positioned and has its own large hot tub. To top it all off you can enjoy a refreshing dip in the new natural swimming pool - a real show stopper!
Village life in some of Scotland's most dramatic scenery, stunning wildlife on your doorstep and deserted golden sandy beaches to die for. The Cabin in Durness combines all this in a unique style of industrial chic in a rustic setting. With its carefully chosen materials, textures and colours, this is a place to relax, unwind and just be yourself. A perfect romantic retreat in Scotland for couples wanting to escape it all.
If you're looking for a room with a view then this retreat will spoil you. With its windows pointing out across pretty Camel Estuary, Bijou is the perfect place to sit back and relax, watching boats and paddle boarders on the Padstow waters from the comfort of your own bespoke apartment. Pet friendly.
Looking for a secluded little hideaway overlooking North Devon's glorious rolling countryside and close to some of the country's best beaches? Then you'll love The Beech Hut.
Take in the great outdoors from the sublime indoors. With its unique barrel shaped roof and huge windows the lines between inside and out are blurred in this one-off architect designed holiday cottage. This theme continues with the fab outdoors freestanding bath, large enough for two to soak up the views.
We love lazy days by the beach and this retreat puts you right on the front of the South English coast. Shaldon Beach Hut, in Shaldon, offers a luxury five star experience while allowing you to make the most of the sea just outside your front door.
This chic apartment makes an excellent choice for a romantic break by the sea in Brighton – famed for its arty culture and pebbled beaches. Romantic Londoners can easily escape here for some fresh air, as it's only a short hop by train from the city, but feels like a world away, with its long shorelines and quaint town full of boutique shops and restaurants.
When owners Ron and Sheila first saw the dilapidated former gardener's cottage in the grounds of what was to become their new home, they just knew that this could become the perfect romantic retreat for couples. So they combined the best ingredients from their own travel experiences and set out to create The Invergarry, a stylish yet cosy holiday retreat with hot tub on the edge of The Cairngorms National Park.
It's not often we find a romantic retreat which is located right on the beach. So when we came across Bank Top Cottage, we just knew we had feature it as part of our collection. Not only does it have the most fabulous sea views from its living room and private terrace, it is also located on one of the UK's finest white sandy beaches, Druridge Bay in Northumberland. All in all a picture perfect honeymoon retreat.
Deepwell Barn is the ultimate romantic retreat. With its 2 acres of private gardens, set in gorgeous countryside you have complete privacy to ensure that 'away from it all' feeling. Inside the double height open plan living area and mezzanine style bedroom add wow factor while the stylish antique furnishings add a touch of class. Pet friendly luxury.
If you have a creative streak then the large bright rooms in The Lovejoy Studio make this an inspiring place to be. The country landscapes around Belchamp Walter have attracted artists who live there as well as the popular TV series Lovejoy. Within an hour and a half from London, The Lovejoy Studio is a place to escape the hustle and bustle and find your feet again.
Always dreamed of having your own off-grid cabin in the woods? Now you can experience it yourself in the romantic Bulworthy Cabin in gorgeous Devon. Heat and warm water comes from the wood burning stove, electricity from solar panels and you can cook over the campfire or on the barbecue. Set in a secluded woodland glade, this is the ultimate 'getting away from it all' woodland escape.
Oak Tree Barn certainly knows how to impress. Its double height ceilings and open plan layout give it a wonderful light and airy feel and the contemporary interior with oak flooring and kitchen only add to this sense of luxury. Light floods in from the two sky lights and from your bed you can enjoy views over the surrounding countryside.
There's something quite idyllic about the idea of sleeping up above the ground and waking up with fields and fields rolling out like a map beneath you – and if this sparks your imagination too then you will love The Loft. This luxury woodland getaway is handcrafted from larch and pine and designed as a romantic experience in Devon, especially for couples.
We think you will love this romantic retreat in Somerset. The Birdhouse is a secluded 'treehouse' that looks like an enormous - you guessed it - birdhouse on stilts. It has a playful feel to it with modern, bright and airy interiors and quirky windows that frame the views perfectly. The setting is magical; this romanic cottage for couples is located on an organic farm surrounded by rolling countryside and tucked away in a private woodland clearing. Complete with woodland hot tub, large balcony, fire pit and outside mood lighting, this is glamping at its very best.
This is a breath-taking retreat where you can wake up with the birds singing right outside your window. The Hideaway is a luxury treehouse, perched up in the tree tops in the tranquil East Woods, with views over to the coast and Devon's Hartland Point.
We think this retreat is a real gem for a couple that want to relax in luxury. The Barn in Cotleigh feels like your own swish spa, with spacious rooms and a vintage bathroom, but there's no risk of ice rubs and plunge pools here – instead you've got beautiful views of the Blackdown Hills from your windows and all the countryside to explore from your doorstep.


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'And the award for the fastest-growing auction house goes to...'
'And the award for the fastest-growing auction house goes to...'
Christie's has revealed its most prosperous 2010 auction house - and its location may surprise you
Five years ago, hardly anyone mentioned modern and contemporary art from the Arab region. Yet times have certainly changed.
Following Christie's successful inaugural Middle East art sale in May 2006 (total sales: $8.5 million/AED 31.2 million) to buyers across 17 countries), Arabian art has since caught the attention of the international art world.
And now Christie's is reaping the rewards for being the first auction house to set up a permanent base in the Middle East. Over the weekend, the company announced that its Dubai branch was its fastest-growing auction house in 2010.
Jewad Salim's record-breaking scupture, Mother And Child
According to Christie's, sales in 2010 were 153% higher than the previous year. This success is down to the rapidly transforming Middle East market, as the region's own artists increasingly share the spotlight with Warhol, Picasso and other market stalwarts.
And it isn't only Christie's which is enjoying the success. In October of last year, Bonhams sold a unique Jewad Salim sculpture, MotherAnd Childfor $384,000 (Dh 1.4m) in Dubai - setting a new World Record price for an Iraqi artwork.
As Arabian art offers a relatively untapped, growing and prosperous niche to savvy investors, buyers can feel confident that Dubai's success will continue throughout 2011.
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Get a Sample of Smoke Rise Agents at Taste of Tucker!
Posted by Ryan Tidwell-Davidson on Saturday, October 6, 2018 at 12:08 PM By Ryan Tidwell-Davidson / October 6, 2018 Comment
Join us at Taste of Tucker today from noon until 6pm. Sample some of the delicious culinary companies in our city, then stop by our tent for some treats and activities for the kids while you meet some of the amazing people on our team!