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Senior Prom
Jul 18, 2010
Season 1 Episode 10
It's prom week in Surprise, Arizona, and everything old is new again. Ann and Eileen compete in a golf cart race. Gail officiates and Eileen takes the gold. The prom committee convenes, headed by Linda. Everyone volunteers their talents in areas in which they are uniquely suited. Ann will book the photographer, Ron will hire the musicians, Gail will be the emcee, and Jack will perform stand-up comedy. Joanne and Sandy will head the decorating team, while LaWanda will be in charge of dancing. Linda sets off to look for a location and immediately finds the perfect locale at a Country Club. She books the largest hall with the manager, Michael. Sandy and Joanne hit up the party supply store, having a blast while buying paper plates. Joanne asks her husband Jim to accompany her to prom, and he accepts. Sandy makes a call to Mark, hoping he will be her date. Unfortunately, he is busy that evening and she will have to go stag. LaWanda and Ann help Linda paint a banner. Linda receives unwelcome news: the country club has been double booked! She will have to find a new location for the prom, ASAP. Linda tours a high school gymnasium, thinking that retro might be the way to go. When she discovers the no alcohol policy, she knows it isn't the right fit. Always resourceful, Linda has another place in mind. Gail and Ron visit their salons as Sandy, Joanne, and LaWanda get pedicures. Prom commences and everyone has a blast, chit chatting, drinking, and dancing. Gail emcees, Jack performs stand-up, and Eileen and Gary dance up a storm, winning the dance contest. Joanne plays matchmaker for Sandy and Linda, sending them to talk to men. Linda makes the mistake of speaking to Dick, Sandy's one-time blind date. Jack and Sandy are crowned Prom King and Queen, and Jack and Kimberlee share a sweet moment. Sandy, Joanne, and their gal pals strip a rowdy Dick and throw him in the pool. Dick takes Sandy with him, and they both end up soaked.
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I Do... Again
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Jul 18, 2010
Season 1 Episode 9
While practicing their swings, Joanne's husband Jim proposes that they renew their wedding vows, and Joanne happily accepts. When Joanne tells Sandy the big news, she offers to help plan the event, enlisting Linda, the local party planner. Joanne, Sandy and a group of girlfriends are out for cocktails when they get the idea to go to an adult toy store. The ladies try on wild outfits and giggle at most of the products. Sandy uses the opportunity to purchases some racy gifts for Joanne and Jim's honeymoon night. Linda and Sandy get to work decorating a houseboat for a lovely reception. While they tie bows, Sandy tells Linda about her newest scheme: to throw a Senior Prom! Linda loves the idea and gladly agrees to do the planning. The wedding is fast approaching though, and the reverend set to conduct the service is nowhere to be found. Sandy goes out searching, leaving Linda to put on the finishing touches. Sandy finds the reverend just in time, and everyone arrives lakeside for a beautiful renewal of vows. After the "I do's" are said, the newly re-weds travel to the houseboat to find their friends waiting. The night is a tremendous success, and as the party continues on the deck, Sandy sneaks downstairs to leave her naughty gift basket in the honeymoon suite. Jack is still testing the dating waters after his breakup with Kathleen. While out for a drink, Jack runs into Kimberlee, a former acquaintance. The two hit it off and spend the evening dancing and reminiscing. Jack is smitten, but Kimberlee has a secret... she is the mother of seven year old twins! Kimberlee springs this news on Jack when she brings her kids along on their mini-golf date. Though taken aback at first, Jack is a natural family man and quickly warms to the children. Jack decides to take his relationship with Kimberlee to the next level, and after a romantic picnic at sunset, he asks her to accompany him to the upcoming Senior Prom.
Hollywood or Bust
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Jul 11, 2010
Season 1 Episode 8
Following her rave cabaret review, "The Actress" Gail's lands an audition in Los Angeles thanks to her pianist, Jim. In her youth, Gail turned down an opportunity to audition for famed agency, William Morris, but she isn't going to let her big break slip away this time. She packs her bags, kisses her dog Pumpkin goodbye, and heads to Hollywood with her son Cary. After landing in La La Land, Gail gets her hands on a star map and tears around the hills and other tourist hot spots. She gets headshots made and then makes her way to audition for a big time casting director. Though she's nervous, she nails it. Will Gail soon star in her own commercial? Back in Surprise, Cary's partner George has been tasked with watching Pumpkin. The sneaky dog gets loose though, and George must hunt to find her before Gail returns. Enlisting the help of Gail's friends Sandy "The Wild Child", Ann "The Ex-nun", LaWanda "Hot Legs", and Mort, the seniors scour Sun City for Gail's precious pooch. LaWanda finds Pumpkin and returns her to the backyard... but forgets to tell George! When Gail and Cary arrive home, George breaks the news to Cary that Pumpkin is still gone. The two men prepare to brave Gail's wrath, but are relieved to find her happily petting Pumpkin in the backyard, safe and sound. After Ann's exciting experience skydiving, she is anxious to check off another bucket list item. This time, she'd like for John to join her. While gardening, she asks her husband what he would like to do. John discusses his physical limitations, such as his weight and failing eyesight. He would however, love to drive a racecar. Ann has also long had a need for speed, and the two plan to go racing together... just as soon as John passes his driving test. Ann waits anxiously as John takes the exam. Despite his degenerative eye condition, he passes! The pair make their way to Bondurant, a racing school, to tear up the track.
The Show Must Go On
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Jul 04, 2010
Season 1 Episode 6
Jack takes stand-up comedy lessons, but performing is harder than it looks. LaWanda organizes a flash mob with her dance troupe. Gail impersonates Marilyn Monroe at a surprise party for Eileen's husband Gary.
Every Dog Has His Day
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Jul 04, 2010
Season 1 Episode 5
Active Eileen receives bad news about her injured back from her doctor -- she needs an epidural! After the shot, Eileen calls the Ms. Senior Arizona Pageant director to discuss her participation. Eileen wants to stay in the fight and try and make it to rehearsal the following day. Unfortunately, Eileen is in no condition to dance, or even walk, so her friend Terry must attend rehearsal alone. Terry visits an ailing Eileen who confirms Terry's concerns -- she will not be able to compete in the pageant. Terry is awarded the superlative of Most Motivational as a proud Eileen cheers her on from the audience. Former event planner, Linda is ready to re-establish her career in Surprise. She interviews for a job with a concierge service, which would supplement her income, and is encouraged by her new friends to pursue other opportunities. While out for drinks, Jack hires Linda to plan a birthday party for his dog, Mosin. Linda bakes a dog-edible cake, and while it's in the oven, she heads into Jack's backyard to decorate. When the place is decked out in dog-themed regalia, she heads inside to check on the cake -- but it's burnt! With the guests arriving in half an hour, Linda has no choice but to order a cake from a local bakery. Will Linda's party please both the dogs and their owners? Big man on campus, Ron lives in Surprise with his wife Kay. He loves politics, music, and giving back to his community. To further his involvement, Ron decides to run for the Board of Directors of Sun City Grand. Ron hopes to use his expertise to make the community's golf courses more profitable. Ron seeks advise from his neighbor Janis and shares his knowledge by speaking to a group of at-risk kids. Ron hosts a backyard barbeque to announce his candidacy to his friends and ask for their support, then moves into full campaign mode, shaking hands with any senior in sight. When Ron's wife Kay returns home from a doctor's appointment though, she has some news that will affect Ron's race.
Top Gun and Tiaras
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May 12, 2010
Season 1 Episode 4
Go-getter Eileen is competing in the Ms. Senior Arizona Pageant. Newfound self-consciousness leads Eileen to look into getting lip enhancement surgery. Eileen's friends, including Gail, are against it, arguing the Eileen is beautiful just the way she is. When her doctor explains the details to Eileen and her husband Gary, Eileen decides against having the procedure at present. The recovery time would prevent her from competing in the pageant to the best of her ability, though Eileen feels the implants themselves would have added to her appearance, and therefore her chances of taking the crown. While rehearsing choreography for her talent, Eileen hurts her back. Eileen and Gary visit a pain specialist who has some unsettling news for Eileen. Will she be able to compete? Newly single Jack rebounds from his recent break-up by hitting the town and dancing the night away. While out at his favorite nightspot, Eli's, Jack meets a new woman. Always the smooth talker, Jack gets her number. Jack invites his new lady friend to a pool hall, where their night of drinking and billiards ends with a kiss. Jack invites his date to accompany him to his first jet flying lesson, and she agrees. The twists and turns up in the air end leave Jack's stomach in knots. A vomit-stained shirt does not prove the best way to impress Jack's new love interest. Will Jack's new relationship soar or take a nosedive? Wild child, Sandy is celebrating her daughter Dawn's three-month sobriety with a pinot grigio in hand. Sandy's friends have embraced Dawn during her time in Sun City, which means the world to both mother and daughter. Sandy decides to speak with a substance abuse counselor to learn more about Dawn's struggles, as well as how her own party lifestyle might affect her daughters recovery. Sandy shares her feelings with LaWanda who is also continuing her role as parent well into retirement. Sandy and LaWanda both conclude, "Once a mom, always a mom."
Grannies Gone Wild
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May 05, 2010
Season 1 Episode 3
As his dog Mosin romps in the local dog park, Jack confides in his friend Mort. Having suffered for months, Jack is finally undergoing a hernia operation. Mort is more concerned with Jack's emotional health though -- Kathleen seems to be stringing him along. Jack goes under the knife, and things go smoothly. After awaking groggy and nauseated, Jack's nurse informs him that Kathleen will not pick him up from the hospital. Pained Jack is forced to find another ride home. As the days pass, Jack recuperates from the procedure but not from the broken heart. A sexy acquaintance nurses Jack back to health, prompting him to confront Kathleen about their relationship. He gives her an ultimatum -- will she take it? Former model and event planner, Linda, moves from windy Chicago and into the sunny, Sun City Grand home of her boyfriend of five years, Bruce. Linda wants to start a new life in Arizona and begins by making a new friend, LaWanda. The ladies bond over their common interest in dance and fashion. Linda wants to find other ways to assert her independence though -- like finding a job. While shopping at a local boutique, Linda and LaWanda get the idea to throw a lingerie party for their gal pals. Linda has a great time at the party, feeling as though she has found a community in this group of women. Loving wife and dancer, LaWanda, lives in Sun City with her husband and granddaughter. She hosts the lingerie event, attended by her dance troupe as well as Sandy, Joanne, and Linda. The ladies look at lingerie, reveal salacious secrets during a game of truth or dare, and even take pole-dancing lessons. After one too many drinks, the women decide to toilet paper their friend Jack's home. The grannies-gone-wild set loose roll after roll of toilet paper on Jack's bushes before finally heading back to LaWanda's house for a nightcap. Everyone is surprised when a cop rings the doorbell. What's more surprising, is that the officer turns out to be a stripper!
Love, Lassos and Liver Spots
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Apr 28, 2010
Season 1 Episode 2
After experiencing a wind-tunnel flight, ex-nun Ann finally takes the plunge and skydives for the first time as her husband John watches from the ground. Widowed Sandy and her matchmaker friend Joanne discuss Sandy's recent date with Dick, which took place in a hot air balloon. Sandy reveals to Joanne that she already has her sights set on her next date -- which she hopes will be with Mark, a shooting instructor. Joanne and Sandy head to the gun range where Sandy gets up the nerve to ask Mark out -- and he says yes! A few days pass and Sandy still hasn't heard from Mark. Just as Sandy is ready to throw in the towel, Mark calls. The two arrange a dinner date. Mark comes over to Sandy's place where they share a simple but romantic, dining experience, getting to know each other away from all the firearms. While shopping for sheet music, boisterous Gail tells her friend Eileen that her son Cary has invited her to the gay rodeo he is coordinating with his partner, George. Gail is unsure about attending because she has never been to a gay function before. Gail is also a staunch animal-rights activist, and questions the ethics of the rodeo. Finally, Gail decides to attend the rodeo. Dressed in her best Western wear, Gail braves the event. Though she is initially uncomfortable, Gail stays to support her son. Eventually Gail allows herself to have a good time, line dancing and chatting with drag queens. Thrice divorced jokester Jack Zells is introduced. He's the guy that lays on the charm to woo the women of Surprise. Jack takes his lady-friend Kathleen to a party hosted by the local Single's Club, of which he is a member. Over lunch with his buddies, Jack discusses his relationship with the elusive Kathleen, explaining that he is in love, but isn't sure the feeling is mutual. Jack and Kathleen go on a double date with Jack's friends Bill and Sharon, but the night doesn't end well. Later, Jack confesses to his friends that he thinks Kathleen isn't as into him as he is into her.
We're Retired, Not Dead
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Apr 28, 2010
Season 1 Episode 1
Life-of-the-party Sandy has been widowed for 4 years after her husband succumbed to a brain tumor. Sandy has yet to find another man or even show interest in dating. She spends her time hanging with the girls, playing golf and living the single life. But things are about to change for Sandy. While taking shooting lessons at a gun range, Sandy's married friend Joanne decides to play matchmaker to get Sandy back out in the world of dating. Sandy shows an interest in shooting instructor Mark, but Joanne has other plans. Joanne searches Sun City Grand for the perfect candidate to date her bubbly, outgoing friend. After making her selection, Joanne surprises Sandy with a high-flying, hot air balloon date with mutual acquaintance, Dick. Are champagne and scenic views enough to win Sandy's heart? Ex-nun Ann has a lot of catching up to do in life since she spent most of her younger years in a convent in her native Ireland. Ann now lives the retired life with her loving husband John, cherishing every moment of their time together. Skydiving is at the top of Ann's personal bucket list, so she decides to test the waters by taking a flight in a wind tunnel. After her experience in the simulator, Ann is determined to make her dream of an actual skydive a reality. The day of the jump, Ann is overwhelmed by the potentially fatal risks involved in skydiving after she sees a monument in memoriam to people who have died skydiving. Former actress Gail spent her life in show business and longs for the days of yore. She now satisfies her need for the stage by directing a small, amateur, seniors only theater group in Surprise. Though she still yearns for the bright lights of Broadway or Hollywood, Gail makes do. A native New Yorker, Gail moved to Arizona to be closer to her son Cary, a hairdresser. Over a home-cooked brisket dinner, Cary catches Gail off-guard by inviting her to attend the gay rodeo he is organizing with his partner George.
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Victoria, Texas
Victoria City Park
[ 8/10 ]
We have been staying at the City Park off and on since 2006. Anytime we come to Victoria, we stay here. It is a nice quiet area, considering Vine Street runs by the park. Occasional Trains are heard from a few blocks away. The sites are level, no overhanging tree limbs. The electric is good. Pull through sites with adequate distance and several half moon pull through sites. The only thing we don't do is leave items outside because this is an open park and no visible security other than other RV'rs. We will return when in the area. No restroom or shower facilities. Stay is limited to 30 days.
Livingston, Texas
Rainbow's End (Escapees Only)
[ 9/10 ]
Upon arrival we were welcomed by the park manager in a friendly and professional manner, even receiving the traditional SKP Hug. Extended our stay twice due to having work done on the RV. Staff were professional and courteous. The last time we stayed here was 2006. This time we stayed in the oaks section. Sites are well spaced, easy in and out, and level. Although we did not attend any functions, neighbors were considerate and friendly. We will return when in the area. One neighbor took my trash to the dumpster with his. Thank you for the nice gesture, and I will pass it on.
Schenectady, New York
Arrowhead Marina & RV Park
[ 10/10 ]
The rate is based on a 2 week stay. I used RV Park Reviews to locate this park. I spent a lot of time researching RV parks in the Clifton Park area. Arrowhead reviews were right on the mark. We reserved a site with 50 amp full hookups for the 2 weeks while visiting family. These folks know how to run and RV park. They are courteous, considerate and interested in visitors and customer service. This is the park we have been looking for and will return every time we return to visit family. Sites are level, easy in and out. The road is paved and gravel. The river view is great. They do not gouge you when you have family visit. Visitor rate is very reasonable. We had 2 cookouts with family during our stay. We will return again and again. Great park for folks like us, which is mostly seniors. Great Job, keep up the good work.
Hondo, Texas
Lone Star Corral (Escapee Only)
[ 9/10 ]
An Escapee SKP Coop Park. We stayed for one week, using their 50% off first time visitors rate, which is a great value. We were planning on staying to determine whether we would like to get on the waiting list for a site. It's a nice clean park. Folks are as friendly as most RV Parks with seniors. We would stay here again. The location is close to all needed facilities and shopping.
Whitney, Texas
Thousand Trails Lake Whitney
[ 9/10 ]
It's a nice clean park with a lot to offer. Roads are showing some long term wear, and need to be repaired. We were unable to get a 50 amp site, but the 30 amp site had clean electric. In Loop B, we were able to get a solid Wi-Fi signal, which worked flawlessly during our stay. We would stay here again.
Lakehills, Texas
Thousand Trails / Medina Lake
[ 9/10 ]
We have enjoyed Medina Lake. It's a nice and friendly TT park, with plenty of deer. Although Medina Lake is dry, the park is enjoyable. A little maintenance would enhance the park. Roads and access to camp sites is easy and they are generally in good shape. 50 amp electric is good and constant. The Wi-Fi in the clubhouse is usually slow, but workable. We would stay here again.
Kerrville, Texas
Guadalupe River RV Resort
[ 10/10 ]
The nightly rate is based upon a one month stay including electric costs which are paid separately. This is a great RV Park in a Great Small City of approximately 20k. There are more quality restaurants in Kerrville than any other town of this size we have visited. The quality of the staff hired is outstanding. They are accommodating and friendly. When we leave here, this is the type of park we want to go to. We fulltime, and we will return here again and again.
Fayetteville, North Carolina
Lazy Acres Campground
[ 9/10 ]
We stayed here about 6 years ago, and recently returned for about 3 weeks. The owners and camp hosts are just outstanding folks, friendly, helpful and courteous. Our son returned from overseas and he and his wife visited with us at the RV park on 3 occasions during the three weeks we were there, the owners refused to take the additional person(s) fee. It just was a nice touch to a nice stay at their park. They delivered a newspaper to our site almost daily when extra copies were received from the carrier. Lazy Acres is camping in the true sense of the word. You can have campfires. It is not a manicured resort, but it is clean, maintained and you feel part of the park. Sites are wide enough for slides, and you feel like you have room to roam. There is a pond for catch and release. It does get dusty due to sandy roads, but it does not detract from a down home feeling. We will stay there again when returning to the area. Bob, Debbie and Eddie are great folks, with positive attitudes, interested in accommodating their customers.
Bandera, Texas
Pomarosa RV Park
[ 9/10 ]
This is a great park to stop and smell the roses (cactus). The owners are extremely friendly and helpful and you never feel watched and are available 24 hours a day. The owners deliver mail directly to your site. We came to stay for a week to rest up from traveling, and decided to have our week converted to a monthly stay. while here we were able to make online purchases for delivery and our mail sent. While here, we made side trips to Hondo, San Antonio, Kerrville, Medina and Boerne. The sites are large enough not to have to unhook the tow dolly and still plenty of room to park the car. There are enough things to see and do in the area that you can stay as busy as you want or not at all. This park is also a horse motel and while here there were horses boarded and they enjoyed a daily carrot and we enjoyed them. A real diamond in the rough, located in historic Texas. We will definitely stay here again when in the area in the future. A side trip to Mamacita's restaurant in Kerrville is a must.
Gatesville, Texas
8th & Bridge RV Camp
[ 6/10 ]
This is a bare bones RV park right in the middle of town. It is a nice and clean park for exploring the area for a couple of days. The folks managing the park are nice and friendly as well as others in the park at the time. We would stop here again for a day or two if in the area.
Lexington, South Carolina
The Barnyard RV Park
[ 9/10 ]
A very nice park with friendly staff. Paved roads into and throughout the park. Nice level grass sites with concrete pads. Clean, well maintained, and accommodating staff. We will definitely stay here again when in the area. Go Gators!
Hope, New Jersey
TripleBrook Family Campground
[ 9/10 ]
This was a great park to visit, especially if kids are included. They had a lot of events for kids and equipment for checkout for all types of sports. The park is clean, and taken care of. the folks are friendly, and helpful. They surprised me. We got back to the park late one evening and our son decided to stay over instead of driving home. He got up early the next morning and drove back to the city. I went to let the office know he stayed over and to pay for his night with us. I was told, most folks wouldn't have bothered, and not to worry about it as he arrived late and left early. The overnight charge for an adult guest is $15. For that alone they should get a 10, and would if there was 50 amp. 30 amps were sufficient, A/C was not needed. The only issue we had and it is not the campground, but turning on Nightingale watch out for the low hanging tree branch. It is not low enough to damage any roof equipment, but it did hit our Radio and CB Antenna. This was an easy drive to NYC and Bayonne, about an hour and ten minutes. We will definitely stay here in the future when visiting family.
Haymarket, Virginia
Greenville Farm Family Campground
[ 8/10 ]
Easy access, long private paved road to campground. However, if two Motorhomes met coming and going and both were towing toads, one of them would have to unhook to back up and pull off the road so the other could get by. They have 5 new pull-through sites with 50 amp service which could accommodate Big Rigs. However, a couple of the sites would be difficult to level a rig. Clean well kept park. Next visit to the D.C. area, will look for a closer park to for sightseeing. The value for the $ just is not here. The original posting on this park describes it. This park served its purpose while we visited with family who lived on the west side of D.C.
Davenport, New York
Beaver Spring Lake Campground
[ 9/10 ]
This is a very nice rural park within 13 miles of adequate shopping and 25 miles to Cooperstown.. The interior roads are gravel and well maintained. The sites are grass and mostly level. The park was kept immaculate and the owners were visible throughout our stay but we did not feel watched. I was able to use my cingular service for both telephone and online access with the laptop. We will stay here again.
Heiskell, Tennessee
Raccoon Valley RV Park
[ 9/10 ]
This is an excellent park with a lot of friendly folks. This was the first escapees park we visited. We planned to say a week and will end up staying for 3 weeks. The electric issue seems to still be an issue on "some" sites. Mostly the pull-through sites. We were in a back-in site with 50 amps and never had a power issue. It appears the back-in sites are on a separate power line and meter, which may explain why we did not experience any problems. Other folks we talked to indicated that the pull-through site they were in they had to put some appliances on propane, due to experiencing low voltage. We definitely will return to this park in the future, but will use the back-in sites.
Smithfield, North Carolina
Raleigh Oaks RV Resort (formerly Smithfield / Raleigh SE KOA)
[ 9/10 ]
We are halfway through our monthly stay and have enjoyed the park and facilities with grandchildren and their parents during this time. The pool is clean and well kept, as is the entire park. The sites are adequate. Staff are friendly and the park is well patrolled, but you do not feel as though you are being watched. This is a great park for relaxing. It is close to some good restaurants, shopping and a large outlet mall. The park is close to I-95, but the noise from traffic was not distracting. We will stay here again in the future.
Lebanon, Tennessee
Countryside Resort
[ 8/10 ]
We stayed here for a week, and enjoyed the park. There was a fishing tournament group at the park during the same period, and they kept unplugging the Wi-FI repeater to charge trolling batteries. However, worked with management to find why the repeater was not working, moved their extension plug to the otherside of the pavillion, problem solved. The pool was clean, but needs some refurbishing, painted, concrete repaired. Most of the staff are friendly, and we are planning another week's stay in July.
Lebanon, Tennessee
Timberline Campground
[ 1/10 ]
Pulled into the park,went to the office to inquire about a pull through site. We were told they didn't know if any were available, we would have to go back and see. They also stated they didn't know if they had any sites with full hookups. We are easy going, and not hard to please. We will never need to stop and check this park out again. We tried to camp here in a Motorhome. First impressions of this park was very poor, and have crossed it out of our directory.
Sevierville, Tennessee
Riverside Campground & Resort
[ 9/10 ]
We stayed here for a week in the newer open section which was level and roomy. The pool was clean. Most of the staff were friendly. We liked the location away from the tourist congestion. The Wi-FI is spendy, but it is an additional take it or leave it option. I need it, and it worked well during the entire week we were there.

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This is Part 3 of 3 on the general subject of merging withdrawal methods for retirement portfolios. Part 1 is a general description of the proposed withdrawal scheme. Part 2 covers one application of this technique. Part 3, here, provides a measure of how results of using the withdrawal method might play out using both historic data and Monte Carlo type simulations.
Distribution Simulation
It is helpful (and entertaining) to see potential results based on historical data and even some dreamed-up bad cases. For starters, I took DJIA historical data and split it into 3 overlapping 40-year spans; 1942-1981, 1955-1994, 1967-2006. This put the 1970s bear market at different places in the time span; beginning, midsection, and end, so bear market conditions could be tested in relative time slots. Here one is not totally interested in exact results, only relative outcomes. The portfolio is lower beta than DJIA so price values would have less volatility. The dividend portion would have a higher payout during up markets and a corresponding lower payout during down markets. In part these two counteract, making this proxy reasonable.
As I developed this scheme over time: 1) definition, size and number of the segments were developed; 2) the concept of determining an Initial Z tying segment parameters together was established; and 3) the use of the IRS Uniform Lifetime values was incorporated. The utility of the initial payout goal (G), increased yearly by an assumed inflation rate, gives us a guideline to evaluate performance. Payouts should be higher on essentially a parallel path. Payouts that significantly penetrated this guideline (testing all three time frames) were rejected and either portfolio metrics or distribution scheme were revised. During this time, changes to my portfolio were made, both in re-arranging stocks between segments and some selling/buying. The traditional pass/fail test, running out of money before the time period is finished, cannot be used. Using the approach discussed here, the portfolio never depletes.
Some results using the above metrics for each segment: Results are in thousand dollars
DJIA Normalized | Inflation Guide | Portfolio Payout | |
Period | Start/End | Start/End/Total K$ | Start/End/Total K$ |
1942-1981 | 84.75/668 | 22.71/90.21/1965 | 27.49/131.96/2904 |
1955-1994 | 84.75/804 | 22.71/90.21/1965 | 27.49/134.86/2454 |
1967-2006 | 84.75/1326 | 22.71/90.21/1965 | 27.49/153.80/2713 |
Start/End in DJIA Normalized are in $/share, other data in K$.
Reminder about dividend growth: Core segment, average between exponential and linear; High Income segment, linear; Dividend Growth segment, exponential with gradual decrease - final value half initial value.
Remaining shares: Core - 55.7%; High Income - 15.2%, Dividend Growth - 79.77%.
Using the 1955-1995 time period with decreasing dividend growth and yield: payouts in thousand $
Initial Z | Core | High Income | Dividend Growth | Inflation Guide | Portfolio Payout |
Yield/dg | Yield/dg | Yield/dg | Start/End/ Total K$ | Start/End/ Total K$ | |
0.459 | 0.039/0.09 | 0.056/0.07 | 0.032/0/11 | 22.71/90.21/ 1965 | 27.49/134.86/ 2454 |
0.370 | 0.039/0.08 | 0.056/0.06 | 0.032/0.10 | 22.09/87.75/ 1912 | 26.23/124.50/ 2264 |
0.283 | 0.039/0.07 | 0.056/0.05 | 0.032/0.09 | 21.48/85.34/ 1859 | 25.00/118.48/ 2133 |
0.198 | 0.039/0.06 | 0.056/0.04 | 0.032/0.08 | 20.89/82.97/ 1807 | 23.79/114.11/ 2039 |
0.198 | 0.029/0.06 | 0.046/0.04 | 0.022/0.08 | 16.60/65.95/ 1437 | 19.84/107.51/ 1767 |
In the last data set, yields for Mélange and Bond segments were also reduced one percentage point. Setting initial Z at zero and zeroing all Z mid-point and final values except the Bond segment:
0.000 | 0.039/0.09 | 0.056/0.07 | 0.032/0.11 | 22.71/90.21/ 1965 | 20.98/148.22/ 2568 |
It is obvious from these data that it is important to keep initial yields and dividend growth up. It is also apparent that even with robust D&I, which supply copious income in later years, it is difficult to generate early year income. Again, shares sold cannot pay future D&I.
To provide a more realistic scenario, dividend growth was varied in sync with market volatility by modulating it in the Core, Dividend Growth and High Income segments with year-to-year changes in DJIA. Dividend growth in each segment was modified in the year after market variations, the same year as corresponding share sales. The first year payout was not varied so that the first year's payout would remain the same. For the Core segment, dividends were modulated with year-to-year variations, simulating negative DG. For the High Income segment, linear gain times market variations was used for up markets and zero dividend growth used for down markets. For the Dividend Growth segment, for up markets, normal dividend growth was multiplied by 1.5 and by 0.5 for down markets. These changes more closely track actual experience. Payouts were higher simply because there were more ups than downs in the market. This does give us a model for the next simulation, where down markets are more severe.
Two cases were used to illustrate results using these modified values of dividend growth. Case I uses the metrics stated above with dividend growth for Core (0.09), High Income (0.07), Dividend Growth (0.11). For this case, Shares Remaining equals 35.3% and Total Inflation Guide Output/ Initial Portfolio equals 4.91. Initial Payout is $27.49K, Initial Inflation Guide is $22.71K. Case II lowers dividend growth to Core (0.06), High Income (0.04), Dividend Growth (0.08). Note that this case has a dividend growth in High Income segment just above the assumed inflation rate, a marginal portfolio to start with. For this case: Shares Remaining is 18.3%, Total Inflation Guide Output/ Initial Portfolio is 4.52, Initial Payout $23.79K and Initial Inflation Guide $20.89K.
Results are: where % Coverage = Total Payout/Total Inflation Guide; % Penetration = Total Penetration/Total Inflation Guide; % Last Coverage = Last Payout/Last Inflation Guide; % Residual Portfolio = Remaining Portfolio/Total Inflation Guide. Penetration is the event where yearly payout drops below the Inflation Guide line.
Case I | % Coverage | % Penetration | % Last Coverage | % Residual Portfolio |
1941-1981 | 176 | 0 | 196 | 57 |
1955-1994 | 142 | 0 | 192 | 68 |
1967-2006 | 162 | 0.16 | 215 | 112 |
Case II | ||||
1942-1981 | 165 | 0 | 137 | 32 |
1955-1994 | 118 | 0.26 | 143 | 39 |
1967-2006 | 158 | 0.40 | 193 | 64 |
One concern about this approach is the variability in payout, particularly reductions in down markets. Payout will be a strong function of how D&I holds up, but variations in payout will always be less than market fluctuations.
Recipients will understand that in down markets, less is available for distribution. Some strategy for saving a portion of the fallout in good years will feel good when needed. If you took a portion of the difference between the calculated payout and the inflation guide and 'put it in another pocket' for use during down markets, it would help solve this problem. This subject and portfolio turnover issues deserve more space than can be addressed here.
Monte Carlo simulations are a good extension (to using historical stock market data) for providing fictitious, but plausible, market returns to test the worthiness of portfolio distribution schemes. It is not appropriate to find the absolute worst case, we already know that: you retire on Friday and the next Monday, stock and bond markets crash wiping out all portfolio value. What is important is to find 40 year stretches of stock prices that 'could happen' and stress test the viability of distribution schemes under investigation.
The current scheme, presented here, cannot fail in the traditional sense, i.e., the portfolio runs out of funds before the time period ends. With final values of Z that are less than one (1), some shares remain. Also, using the Uniform Life data insures some shares are unsold at the end of the time period. Thus, the final portfolio has some value, depending on per share market price at the time. A simulation run can be performed using rules and portfolio metrics under scrutiny and results examined. In real life, when sub-par results are obvious, changes would be made to correct the situation. Under the scheme discussed here, funds/shares would be available to do this. Keeping this in mind, simulation results will be shown without such changes to show how bad it 'could' be.
Two separate Monte Carlo simulations were performed. The first, called Random-hard, had a characteristic of having long strings of up and down years, often 7 or 8 years in duration and present in nearly every 40-year run. The second, called Random, had more realistic variations in the sequence of up and down years, but had a lower end price average compared with the historic data. It turned out that Random was more severe than Random-hard! These Monte Carlos (Carlitos) are not intended to cover the entire universe of market deviations, merely that population just below current market variation levels, the most likely to be encountered.
One hundred 40-year runs were conducted with these simulations with the following results:
Random-hard | Random-hard | Random | |
Set 1 | Set 2 | ||
Avg. end price | 1092 | 1189 | 743 |
Maximum | 4822 | 4725 | 2802 |
Minimum | 211 | 237 | 152 |
# less than 1000 | 61 | 63 | 77 |
# more than 1000 | 39 | 37 | 23 |
Note: End prices for the 3 historic data sets were: 669/805/1326 Average: 933
Running the Monte Carlo simulation yielded the following results:
0% Penetration | Less than/equal to 5%Penetration | Greater than 5%Penetration | |
Case I Random-hard | 80/100 | 19/100 | 1/100 |
Case I Random | 60/100 | 40/100 | 0/100 |
Case II Random-hard | 50/100 | 42/100 | 8/100 |
58/100 | 39/100 | 3/100 | |
Case II Random | 33/100 | 47/100 | 20/100 |
36/100 | 46/100 | 18/100 |
Two set of 100 runs were made for Case I, Random-hard and Random with same result.
Of the 49/400 runs with more than 5% penetration, % penetration ran from 6% to 19%, mostly on the low end. At the 6% end, % Last Coverage and % Coverage was about 100%, Residual portfolio/Total Inflation Guide was about 20%. At the high end, corresponding values were 45%, 82% and 10%. In real life, some of the residual portfolio could have been used toward the end of the time period to improve results. This exercise shows that if you let dg sag on you (over the lifetime), you won't run out of funds, but for about 20% of the lifetime experiences you may not be as happy as you had hoped. Case II Random was re-run with one change; final dg for the Div Gr Segment was increased from 50% of start DG to 75%. The number of 'greater than 5%' penetrations decreased from 38/200 to 19/200.
Adjustments to payouts should not be made for reduced amounts due to down markets. Don't eat tomorrow's lunch. An exception would be if there are residual shares and you are well into the latter part of the time period. It is more reasonable to adjust payouts by varying yearly Zs, as suggested earlier, if DG falls off and cannot be corrected by other measures, such as replacing equities with better performance.
Efforts could be made to improve these simulation characteristics. This would not alter the results substantially. These simulations are accurate enough to illustrate that the 'goodness' of your portfolio is paramount. Increasing diversity, selecting solid companies with consistent dividend growth will insure more satisfying results. The simulations clearly show that results improve as initial yield and dividend growth are increased. We may not know precise points where performance is degraded as dividend growth falls off, but if we do the best we can in creating a portfolio, what more is needed? This means you may have to (gasp) work at it (to improve your portfolio). Performing the technical steps outlined here, to help organize the program, is the easy part.
A major value of distribution simulations is to verify that calculations of Init Z and resultant spreads of yearly distributions (from segments) provide the proper mix to balance payouts over the time period . Too small an Init Z leaves too much in later years and the reverse is also true. I cannot answer for all portfolios out there, but this I believe: if your calculation for Init Z is between 0.1 and 0.5 (give or take), Zs are reasonably distributed over the time period, weighed average Z does not exceed unity (1) at any time, somewhere between 0.2 to 0.3 (give or take) of equivalent share are planned to be unsold at the end, you are in good shape. Mid course corrections will fine tune later years. From my research, Eq. #3 and #4 perform surprisingly well in setting initial conditions, even for two segment (Core and Bond) portfolios.
The portfolio discussed here is my own and presented only to illustrate one application of the retirement portfolio distribution scheme described. The stocks and bond funds listed are not recommended without due diligence by intended users. The effort here is a work in progress. I am in the accumulation phase with four years to go, so the distribution scheme (for my portfolio), as described here, is untested in real life. A major issue to be resolved is the portfolio turnover needed to maintain dividend growth. The general distribution scheme, using Eq. #1 and Eq. #3 and #4 (if appropriate) with the other general guidelines, stand independently. Make of it as you can.


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Continuing down the long and winding campaign trail, Vice Presidential nominee Paul Ryan told Michael Medved they'll be able to turn the economy around after the election.
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It's "Tron Tuesday" again everyone, and you know what that means! A new Tron Legacy clip that doesn't show the really good parts that you don't want spoiled anyway! Last week we saw Olivia Wilde, who plays Quorra, taking Sam on a Light Runner ride to unknown territory. Now that territory becomes not unknown, or rather, known.
In this new clip entitled "You're Here," Sam is reunited with his father Kevin Flynn (Jeff Bridges), who's been going batty in a computer program for the past several decades. You know he's losing his mind because he stares off into the abyss and is dressed in all white. Only mad men and Boyz II Men dress in all white.
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It's been awhile since high school English but I don't remember anything in Gulliver's Travels about a gigantic mechanized suit giving Gulliver an atomic wedgie. Yet that's exactly what happens in this new trailer. Strange though, because I would definitely have remembered that part.
I also don't remember Foosball, Star Wars jokes, a Lilliputian KISS cover band, or general Jack Black fat-guy-fall-down hammery. But they're all in here. I feel so bad for the kid who rents this instead of reading the book before his big term paper is due.
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Charlize Theron, Vera Farmiga, and Some Other Chick Rumored For 'The Dark Knight Rises'
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Whiny love interests have been a hallmark of Christopher Nolan's Batman films, so it comes as no surprise that a leading lady will be needed in The Dark Knight Rises. Make that leading LADIES. Comic Book Movie is reporting that Charlize Theron, Vera Farmiga, and some other chick are up for parts in the film.
Theron is rumored to be up for the role of Detective Sarah Essen, a character who in the comics knocks boots with Commissioner Gordon. Vera Farmigia's Batman future isn't as certain though. It's reported that both she and newcomer Kacie Thomas are in the running for the role of Bruce Wayne's love interest. Take this all as rumor at this point, but the film's villian has not yet been announced. Perhaps we'll see one of these actresses step in as Catwoman. If so, my vote is for Theron. She more than holds her own on-screen and she has experience with pleather.
James Nesbitt Joins 'The Hobbit'
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James Nesbitt has joined Peter Jackson's big screen adaptation of The Hobbit. Unless you're British, you're probably all like, "who?" He has starred in Danny Boyle's Millions, an awesome family film that doesn't feel family-ish, and Waking Ned Devine, a movie some critics refer to as a "gem." Nesbitt will play Bofur, "a disarmingly forthright, funny and occasionally brave Dwarf."
With The Hobbit going into production and one trillion Snow White stories in development, Dwarfs are in high demand lately. Too bad they're getting normal-sized actors to play them instead of midgets. I apologize. I didn't mean to be insensitive. Not "normal-sized," just normal. (Deadline)
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Even Ralston wants everybody to know it's all good. He was happy to make the sacrifice. "They're going to walk into this movie thinking it's the story of the guy who cut his arm off," Ralston said. "I hope they realize it's about the guy who was smiling when he cut his arm off. It was a euphoric experience for me because it was going to get me back to what was important in my life. I had a chance to learn about that while I was trapped."
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At last count, there are approximately 8,654 versions of Snow White currently in the Hollywood pipeline. Give or take. First, there's Disney's Snow White and the Seven, the action-driven Snow White and the Huntsman, and Brett Ratner's gangsta re-imagining of the classic fairy tale. Tarsem Singh (The Cell, The Immortals) drew the short straw, and will be directing Ratner's take.
Now, don't be concerned that this will be your grandfather's Snow White (assuming your grandfather was always talking about Snow White) because as previously noted by Ratner, "This is not your grandfather's Snow White." I don't know how to break this news to my grandfather. He's been really looking forward to our movie date. (THR)
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Not all aliens are created equal. If worse came to worse, I'm pretty sure I could take E.T. in fight. The same goes for that bitch Mac, from Mac and Me. On the other hand, if you put me in the ring with a Predator, he'd be using my skull as trophy in five seconds flat.
Because the threat posed by extraterrestrials can vary so greatly, we've compiled this list of nine aliens you don't want to eff with. After all, throwing water on the alien from Signs is a fun way to spend an afternoon, while doing the same thing to a Xenomorph is a really bad idea.
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Leonardo DiCaprio Is the 'Devil'
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I'd sell my soul for that.
For years, I've had a hunch that Leonardo DiCaprio was in league with the Devil. What else could explain the stunning career of a man who started out with a bit part on "Growing Pains." But Deadline has confirmed my suspicions by reporting on Leo's latest project, a film adaptation of Devil in the White City.
DiCaprio will play the notorious serial killer Dr. H.H. Holmes is a murderer of between 27 to 200 people during the World's Fair of 1893 in Chicago. The original story was a doctor who lured guests into a hotel that had a gas chamber, crematorium and a dissecting table where he would murder and sell their skeletons for scientific studies.
Who knows what sick, sadistic impulses DiCaprio will conjure up while playing this character? I fear for Bar Refaeli's safety, which is why I must kidnap her and keep her confined in my basement for her own protection. Don't worry, Bar Bar! Daddy's coming for you!
Cast Approves Jamie Chung To Join 'The Hangover 2′
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Ed Helms is trading up. Heather Graham won't be returning for The Hangover sequel, but Jamie Chung is stepping in. The former "Real World" star won't have to mud-wrestle Coral in the "Real World/Road Rules Challenge" Gulag to make her rent.
With Premium Rush and Suckerpunch under her belt, Chung will next head to Thailand to play the fiancée of Ed Helms's character, Stu. Not sure if she's his fiancée at the start of the film or if they become engaged during a night of Thai debauchery. I'm hoping that they don't meet in Thailand. It will be so depressing to find out she has a penis. (THR)
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I've fallen victim to so many Ghostbusters III rumors that I'm becoming a tad jaded. But hey, this latest claim has a date involved, so it must be legit.
There's some intriguing intel from the usually reliable Production Weekly this morning though: they're suggesting that Ghostbusters 3 has a start date."We're hearing that Sony Pictures is planning to put Ivan Reitman's Ghostbusters 3 into production in May 2011" tweets the tweet.
The nice thing about Twitter is that at least when someone uses it to lie they are forced to do so in 140 characters or less. But honestly, Sony needs to shi poop or get off the pot so Dan Aykroyd can move on to Blues Brothers 3D. (Empire Online)
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That's the largest premiere of any cable series this year as well as the largest in AMC history. That number would probably have been larger if football and the World Series weren't on last night, and folks like myself weren't out for Halloween. The writing is on the wall. Get ready for zombie over-exposure. They're the new Betty White. (THR)


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Luckily for me, I can laugh this all off. But it's the kind of laughter that's more of a protection than an expression. I think the real problem here is not really with just Roger Ailes and his Fox News agenda [make sure to note he served as media advisor exclusively to Nixon, Reagan and H. Bush], but with The Free Press in general, and what has grown into a huge advertising market. The press ought to be a lone wolf operating independently of profit or influence in order to bring us the clearest story possible. Now that's mostly impossible as history is a matter of storytelling, and that story will always be tipped one way or another, but still, there are differences between the flaws of reporting on an event from one perspective and maliciously attempting to skew a story in favor of one viewpoint.
Take doctors for example. They have that whole Hippocratic oath thingy that protects us patients from falling victim to possible pitfalls of abuse of their power. That's worked out pretty good. Or wait… not totally. Last time I was at the doctor I saw Cialis pens and other pharmaceutical paraphernalia lying around waiting to be sprung on me at a higher cost. Fortunately, I don't have E.D. but what about Zoloft, depression medicine? A band-aid for a deeper problem, or Ritalin, etc. etc. Doctors make money from getting patients to use drugs that aren't always the best thing for them. It's a competitive market, and needless to say, a lucrative one. So lucrative that pharmaceutical companies make up the largest section of Washington lobbyists in the country. So our health is in the hands of Pfizer and Wyeth et. al. I'd rather it be in the hands of the good Hippo'ed Doc who wants the best for me.
News is no different. CNN has HDTVs with multi-touch and exorbitant applications all trying to be the biggest Doplar Radar on the block. Every major news outlet is scrambling to be the one with the most bells and whistles so they can bring in the most viewers, the most often so insurance companies will want to advertise on their airtime. These 24 hours news outlets aren't interested quality of news, nor about the honorable pursuit of honest, timely reporting. They want ratings and that's it. There is one news source that transcends this and it's no mistake. It's PBS. Why? Well they are not-for-profit, making them uninterested in ratings, advertisements or fancy gadgets… just good reporting. Capitalism is good for us for the most part. But there are services that become corrupt when exposed to it. Namely those that shouldn't be wrapped up in the business of making money, but rather be interested in the business of doing the right thing.


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Tower Club at lebua facilities include an outdoor pool, health club, and sauna. The property also features a complimentary area shuttle, a full-service health spa and exclusive access to the Tower Club Lounge.
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The Tower Club at lebua epitomizes luxury accommodation in Bangkok. These plush suites, located on the top floors (51st to 59th), offer breathtaking views from their balconies with lavish interiors and rare privileges to complement a perfect stay. Ideal for both business and leisure, the Tower Club at lebua is the most coveted luxury hotel in Bangkok. The property has 5 dining venues and a the VIP Tower Club Lounge - Dress code at Tower Club Lounge is 'Smart Casual' where breakfast, daily Canapes, complimentary beverages and basic cocktails are enjoyed with incredible views of Bangkok from the 52nd floor of State Tower . A complimentary breakfast buffet is also available each morning at Cafe Mozu. The property provides 24-hour room service. The full-service spa at this property features massage and treatment rooms, facial treatments, body treatments, and beauty services. In addition to an outdoor pool and a children's pool, Tower Club at lebua provides a health club, a spa tub, a sauna, and a steam room. Business-related amenities at this 5.0-star property include complimentary wireless Internet access, complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet access, a business center, and a technology helpdesk. Meeting and conference facilities measuring 11000 square feet include conference rooms, a ballroom, exhibit space, and banquet facilities. Transportation options at this property include a complimentary area shuttle within .05 mi and an airport shuttle (surcharge) available 24 hours. This 5.0-star property also offers a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a nightclub. Onsite parking is complimentary. The property may provide extended parking privileges to guests after check-out (surcharge). Tower Club at lebua has designated areas for smoking.*Dress code at Tower Club Lounge is 'Smart Casual'*
- 24-hour front desk
- Air-conditioned public areas
- Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
- Airport transportation (surcharge)
- Total number of rooms - 221
- Number of floors - 67
- ATM/banking
- Audiovisual equipment
- Ballroom(s)
- Banquet facilities
- Business center
- Coffee/tea in lobby
- Concierge desk
- Multiple large conference rooms
- Currency exchange
- Doorman/doorwoman
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Elevator/lift
- Event catering
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Full-service health spa
- Health club
- Computer station
- Free Wi-Fi
- Technology support staff
- Designated smoking areas
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Luggage storage
- Limo or Town Car service available
- Massage - spa treatment room(s)
- Multiple small meeting rooms
- Multilingual staff
- Free parking
- Free self parking
- Free valet parking
- Porter/bellhop
- Room service (24 hours)
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Year Built 2009
- Area shuttle (complimentary)
- Free guest parking during stay
- Number of meeting/conference rooms - 10
- Complimentary reception
- Sauna
- Secretarial services
- Security guard
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Spa services on site
- Steam room
- Coffee shop or café
- Technology helpdesk
- Wedding services
- Exhibit space
- Laundry facilities
- Poolside bar
- Spa tub
- Supervised childcare/activities
- Swimming pool - children's
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Internet
Available in all rooms: Free Wi-Fi, Free wired high-speed Internet
Available in some public areas: Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
Free parking, Free guest parking during stay, Free self parking, Free valet parking
- Room Amenities
- Premium TV channels
- DVD player
- Premium bedding
- Balcony
- Complimentary newspaper
- Air conditioning
- Climate control
- Direct-dial phone
- Voice mail
- Multi-line phone
- Free local calls
- Kitchenette
- Refrigerator
- Minibar
- Coffee/tea maker
- Complimentary bottled water
- Microwave
- Daily housekeeping
- Turndown service
- Designer toiletries
- Private bathroom
- Bathrobes
- Hair dryer
- Bathroom phone
- Makeup/shaving mirror
- Slippers
- Bathroom scale
- Separate bathtub and shower
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- Desk
- Electronic/magnetic keys
- Rollaway/extra beds available
- Cribs/infant beds available
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Separate living room
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Ergonomic chair
- Cordless phone
- Speakerphone
- Stovetop
- In-room safe (laptop compatible)
- Satellite TV service
- Flat-panel TV
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free wired high-speed Internet
- Wake-up calls
- Sewing kit
- Connecting / adjoining rooms available
- Down comforter
- Egyptian-cotton sheets
- Pillowtop mattress
- City view
- River view
- In-room childcare (surcharge)
- Espresso maker
- Welcome amenities
- Clock radio
- Dining
Located on the 63rd floor, Sirocco is the world's highest al fresco restaurant offering Mediterranean cuisine and contemporary décor. Live music daily. Open for dinner until late (reservations recommended). Mezzaluna – Fine-dining Italian restaurant located on the 65th floor with a live string quartet 6 days a week. Open for dinner until late. Breeze - Offering sumptuous Asian cuisine with a breath of fresh air. Located on the 51st and 52nd floors. Indoor and al fresco dining. Open for dinner until late. Tower Club Lounge – An exclusive lounge on the 52nd floor, open daily for breakfast (6am – 11am) light lunch (11.30am – 3pm) and high tea (3pm – 6pm), all on a complimentary basis for guests. Sky Bar - Highest outdoor bar in the world. Standing bar only; located on the 63rd floor. Open in the evenings until late. Distil – Premium bar on the 64th floor serving exclusive malt whiskies, vodkas and brandies along with the finest champagnes and wines. Also serves oysters and caviar, as well as authentic Cuban Cigars for you to enjoy out in the open Lounge Terrace. Open from 5pm until late. Café Mozu – Poolside, where breakfast is available from 6 AM to 11 AM. Lunch and choices feature Lebanese, Indian and Thai cuisine.
Dress, Photo, Child and Luggage Policies
Based on the invaluable feedback of our guests, The Dome at lebua adheres to specific policies. Our standards are designed to ensure that all guests of our restaurants and bars are afforded the pleasant atmosphere they have come to expect, and to ensure their privacy, comfort and safety.
Smart Casual Dress Code: We do not permit athletic or sports uniforms, torn clothing, slippers, beach sandals, flip-flops and Birkenstocks. Gentlemen must avoid sleeveless t-shirts, shorts, and open shoes. Please note that our smart casual dress code applies to children.
Photography: Photography is permitted at our establishments, with the exception of select areas.
Children: Children seven and older are welcome at Sirocco and Breeze if accompanied by an adult, and children twelve and older are welcome at Mezzaluna. Our smart casual dress code is applicable to children. Bar entrants must be at least twenty years of age.
Luggage: Backpacks, shopping bags, suitcases and other luggage are prohibited. We regret that we cannot provide storage for your personal belongings.
- Recreation
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
- Golf - driving range nearby
- Dock nearby
- Aerobics nearby
- Tennis nearby
- Running track/path nearby
- Basketball nearby
- Pilates classes/instruction nearby
- Yoga classes/instruction nearby
- Helicopter/airplane tours nearby
- Playground nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
- Swimming on site
- Spa
Tower Club at Lebua has a full-service spa featuring massage and treatment rooms, facial treatments, and body treatments.
- Number of treatment rooms 4
- Body scrubs
- Aromatherapy treatments
- Massages
- Body treatments
- Facial treatments
- Accessibility
To make requests for specific accessibility needs, complete the "Special or Accessibility Requests" section of "Trip Preferences" when you book your hotel.
- Accessible bathroom
- Accessible path of travel
- Accessible parking
- In-room accessibility
- Roll-in shower
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- Check-in
Check-in time ends at 11 PM
Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age is 18
Special check-in instructions:
Guests are asked to inform the hotel of their expected check-in or flight arrival time. Contact information is provided on the booking confirmation form.
Balcony Policy: Suite balcony doors will be unlocked upon personal request provided all guests are at least 14 years old. A Balcony Usage Form must be signed upon check-in.
- Check-out
Check-out time is noon
- Payment types
Accepted at this hotel: American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, MasterCard, Visa
- Pets
Pets not allowed
- General
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on hotel policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed.
Caters to families
Caters to groups
Parking height restrictions apply
- Fees
- The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Fee for wireless Internet in business center: THB 378 (for 4 hours, rates may vary)
- Fee for high-speed Internet (wired) in business center: THB 378 (for 4 hours, rates may vary)
- Early check-in fee: THB 7625
- Late check-out fee: THB 7625
- Rollaway bed fee: THB 2500 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
- Additional Details
Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Children 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation. No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
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Tower Club Lounge Privileges
Book a stay in any room or rate category for travel anytime and receive the following:
- Daily continental buffet breakfast at Tower Club Lounge or daily full buffet breakfast at Café Mozu from 6 AM to 11 AM
- Light lunch from noon to 3 PM
- Afternoon high tea from 3 PM to 6 PM
- Complimentary alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks from 6 AM to 6 PM
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Media Control Charts
Media Control GfK International | |
Formation | 1976 |
Type | Market research, Service Provider of Media Monitoring, Analysis and Evaluation |
Headquarters | Baden Baden |
Location | Germany |
Managing Director for Media Control GmbH & Co. KG Managing Director for Media Control® GfK International GmbH |
Karlheinz Kögel Ulrike Altig[1] Dr. Mathias Giloth, Wolfgang Wanders[1] |
Website | www.media-control.de |
The official music charts in Germany are gathered and published by the company media control® GfK International GmbH on behalf of Bundesverband Musikindustrie (Federal Association of Phonographic Industry). Media Control® GfK International is the provider of weekly Top-100 single/album, Compilation, Jazz Top-30, Classic Top-20, Schlager Longplay Top-20, Music-DVD Top-20 and the official-Dance (ODC) Top-50 charts.[2]
Dissemination of the charts is conducted by various media outlets, some of which include VIVA music channel, which was founded in 1993.[3] Another entity that presents the charts is MusicLoad and MIX 1, both of which are online associations that post almost all the charts on weekly bases published by Media Control GfK.[4][5] The entire batch of the official charts, however, is presented by an online enterprise called Charts.de, which happens to be the subsidiary of Media Control GfK International.[6]
Charts have been published in Germany since 1959, in a magazine called Der Musikmarkt (The Music Market), which has played an important role in the German music industry.[7] Since 1959, the growing desire to have a well-developed music program has made Bundesverband Musikindustrie work together with charts providers to improve the way the charts are determined.
For this purpose, different research institutes were tested, out of which Media Control, based in Baden Baden, was selected. Hence, the first official charts were made available in the magazine Der Musikmarkt in September 1977.[7]
Initially, there used to be 50 positions only, which later in January 1980, was extended to 75 slots.[7] Since 1989, however, Media Control has adapted the international standards providing 100 positions, called "Media Control Top 100".[7] In 2001, the Top-100 singles charts was modified to reflect the sales of the singles.[7]
Media Control developed "Music Video charts" in 2001, which later, in 2004, was renamed as "DVD charts".[7] While music-videos have their own separate charts, in 2001, Media Control made it possible for the music-video singles to have the ability to enter the Top-100 singles chart. Similarly, in 2002, it was made available for music-video albums to chart on the Top-100 album chart, if the video album contained at least 50% of audio recording. If not, then, the DVD album could qualify for the DVD chart only.[7] In the same vein, if an audio CD contains at least 50% of video recording, then, it could qualify to chart on the DVD chart.[7]
In 2003 Media Control joined forces with GfK, thus the company's name officially being changed to media control GfK International GmbH.[8] media control® GfK International GmbH is in charge of providing chart data for music, books, DVDs and games.[9]
In 2004, Germany became one of the first music markets wherein sales charts were reflected by online digital downloads.[10]
Digital-only releases came into existence on July 13, 2007, for online downloads only, which also altered the way the sales figures were conducted up to that point. Consequently, chart positions would no longer be affected by the number of sold music downloads as before, but rather, they would be affected by the sales value of the sold product. Thus, the best-selling albums would not necessarily be the ones ending up in the number-one position on the charts.[11]
There are currently 3000 outlets that report their sales on weekly bases in Germany.[7] The weekly sales data is transmitted to Media Control via communication network channel, PhonoNet.[7]
This is the list of categories, for each of which charts that are provided by Media Control.[12]
- Top 100 Singles
- Top 100 Albums
- Top 100 Compilation Charts
- Daily Trends (Top 150 singles and albums, top 50 compilation)
- Download Charts (singles and albums)
- Top 30 Jazz Charts
- Top 20 Classic Charts
- Top 20 Schlager Longplay Charts
- Top 20 Music video Charts
- Top 20 Newcomer Charts
- Top 20 Independent Charts
- Top 10 Comedy Charts
- Top 50 ODC (Official Dance Charts)
Records and statistics[edit]
See also[edit]
External links[edit]
- ^ a b "Unternehmen: Management". Media Control GmbH & Co. KG. Retrieved 2010-12-04.
- ^ "Media Control: Musik-Charts" (in German). Media Control GfK International. Retrieved 2010-04-22.
- ^ "VIVA: Charts" (in German). VIVA. Retrieved 2011-07-26.
- ^ "Musicload" (in German). musicload.de. Retrieved 2011-07-26.
- ^ "Mix 1" (in German). mix1.de. Retrieved 2011-07-26.
- ^ "Charts released by Media Control" (in German). Media Control: Charts.de.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j "Systembeschreibung der offiziellen Charts: Gegenstand und Zweck (System Description of the Official Charts: Object and Purpose)" (in German). Bundesverband Musikindustrie. Retrieved 2010-10-02.
- ^ "Media Control: Unternehmen" (in German). Media Control. Retrieved 2013-12-06.
- ^ "media control® GfK International GmbH" (in German). Media Control. Retrieved 2013-12-06.
- ^ "German Singles Chart To Include Downloads". allbusiness.comaccessdate=2010-10-02. 2004-08-25.
- ^ "Reine Musik-Downloads erscheinen demnächst in den Charts". allbusiness.com. 2007-06-26. Retrieved 2011-07-26.
- ^ "Musik-Charts - media control". Media-control.de. Retrieved 2011-08-23.


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Simon Cowell has become a world-wide celebrity in just a few short years. Yet, to many people, Simon has no particular talents. He is not a musician, singer, poet, artist, actor or entertainer, but he is an entrepreneur. Simon seems to have the Midas touch in many ways. He has his finger on the pulse of the music industry and currently can do no wrong. Everyone has their day, eventually though, and so it is fair to assume will Simon.

Simon was born on 7th October 1959, in Brighton, England. Simon's early working life will sound familiar to many successful individuals. He tried a succession of jobs but never stayed in any of them long. He was always in conflict with his employers and would move one. Luckily for Simon his Dad worked at EMI records. This led to a humble career opportunity, working in the mail room of EMI.

Cowell quickly rose to record producer, leaving EMI in 1980 to launch his own record label. His first label did not last but undeterred he tried again with limited success. His first major step on the road to global fame came with the creation of a singing contest, Pop Idol, in the UK. This was a huge success and was adopted by countries around the world. He went on to create X Factor and Britain's Got Talent. Simon is due to depart from X Factor UK, for his new venture X Factor USA, in the near future.

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Some residents living on Cherrylawn Drive in South Toledo are hoping to save roughly 130 trees set to be removed as part of a $1.6 million street reconstruction project.
"We love the trees, we love a neighborhood that has trees in it," said Kim Bradshaw, who has three of those targeted trees in her front yard. "I'm devastated because they're big trees; they've been here a long time."
Toledo Engineering Services Commissioner Robin Whitney says the trees have to be removed and will be replaced by new trees when the project wraps up.
"It's an old, concrete road that we're doing a complete reconstruct, we go all the way down to the dirt, going down pretty deep," Whitney said. "The existing trees close to the curb are city trees, but they're going to be compromised by that roadway work."
Whitney says adding sidewalks along Cherrylawn is not a factor in the decision to remove the trees in question, but it is a factor for the project receiving state funding to improve pedestrian safety.
"It's a neighborhood in transition. There are a lot of young families, kids on bikes, roller blades, people pushing strollers, and the handicapped," Whitney said. "We're doing ADA ramps at all of the intersections."
The project has been delayed briefly to allow the city to hold another meeting with concerned residents.
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Andy Greenberg has a fascinating interview with Wikileaks founder Julian Assange posted at Forbes.com. Assange states that he has been significantly influenced by "market libertarianism," and though I disagree with the conclusions of his "expertise in politics and history" he is most assuredly a friend to the cause of liberty. Check out this excerpt from the interview.
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Mixtape Cover: Teairra Mari – 'Now or Never'Teairra Mari is quickly becoming the queen of mixtapes. The R&B dominatrix busts out the chains on the naughty cover for her latest tape Now or Never hosted by DJ Scream. In the tantalizing photo, the seductress dons a leather bra and laced-up pants with a thick long braid. The free download drops over Memorial Day weekend on May 30 featuring the single "Not in Love." Photo credit: Tyren Redd TweetYou can leave a response, or trackback from your own site. 15 Comments
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We can't afford to be innocent.
Stand up and face the enemy.
It's a do or die situation. We will be invincible.
- Pat Benatar
The contemporary that I never got to meet was Steven Jobs. His career with Apple computers kicked into gear about the same time that I started my business, and he was someone I followed avidly. I've read every book, watched every interview and felt like I knew him.
I figured that we would get the chance to meet because Jobs did a terrific job of taking care of himself. He was careful about his diet, did not have bad habits and seemed programmed to live a long life.
I will not meet him. Jobs died from cancer at age 56.
Jobs was one of those reminders that cancer does not always discriminate in where it occurs.
After decades of study and trillions of dollars, we really don't know that much about cancer. We know that smoking will make you more prone to lung cancer and there are things in our environment that increase the likelihood of cancer, but we don't know why it hits a person who is doing "everything right."
At age 59, Dr. Keen Babbage is the epitome of doing "everything right."
He does not smoke or drink. He has had a lifetime of healthy eating, regular exercise and once walked over 400 miles with a baseball to kick off the beginning of the Cincinnati Reds season. He has never been overweight. He has made regular doctor visits for decades.
In short, he is the last guy who should have cancer sneak up on him. But it did. He found out the same week that his mother died.
Prostate cancer took my strong, athletic, father at age 59. He battled like a warrior, but towards the end, Dad wondered out loud about fairness. He had done everything right, and still it was not enough.
With the double whammy of losing his mother and finding that he had a rare form of nasal cancer, it would have been easy for Keen to give up. Although he knocked on heaven's door several times, he stayed on this side and eventually made it back to the place he dearly loves: standing in a classroom and teaching.
I'm helping Keen and his sister-in-law Laura Babbage write a book called "Life Lessons from Cancer." It will be released Oct. 14 by RRP International, a publishing company which I serve as CEO and chairman.
It's a compelling and instructional story.
Life "Lessons from Cancer" is not just about Keen. Laura Babbage and I have been friends since we were in a high school play together. She married Bob Babbage, who was best man in my first wedding and remains one of my closest friends. I know the Babbage family well and feel like they are an extension of my own.
Laura is registered nurse who served as a high-ranking health care executive and, after a midlife trip through divinity school, is now chaplain at the University of Kentucky Medical Center. She knows her way around the health care system and is a strong-willed personality who does not suffer fools gladly.
Laura is the perfect tag team partner in a fight against cancer. She knows the system, is not afraid to say what is on her mind and does not take no for an answer.
In the war against cancer, "going with the flow" will result in death. Keen and Laura prepared to dig in for a long-term fight. As Keen notes in the book, cancer will either kill you or you will kill it. Cancer is not interested in peace negotiations or shuttle diplomacy.
Keen's story is a terrific perspective from the view of someone with cancer, but another great story comes from Laura. She is a world-class caregiver and used the website CaringBridge to give frequent, if not daily, updates on Keen's treatment and blunt assessment of the situation.
The stark and honest reports, without the slightest bit of sugar coating, let those of us who care about Keen know what was going on. I read them within seconds of their being posted every day.
CaringBridge also gave a terrific, day-by-day guideline of what a world-class caregiver would do in treating a loved one. Those posts gave Laura a road map when preparing her part of the book.
"Life Lessons from Cancer" is not just the story of a cancer patient and his sister-in-law. It's the story of two extraordinary people who teach lessons that all of us will learn from.
Not just lessons about cancer, but about life and how to live it to the fullest.
Don McNay is a bestselling author and expert on what to do when you when the lottery, based in Richmond, and New Orleans.