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Tauck Alaska vacations combine sightseeing by land, ship, floatplane, paddlewheel boat, and vintage railway to fully experience the 49th state. This is the realm of bald eagles, grizzlies, orcas, alpine peaks, and glacier-carved fjords. Raft through an eagle preserve, walk through centuries-old towns, pan for gold, and meet totem pole carvers. Tauck Bridges family Alaska tour will take you on an adventure that you will never forget. Alaska cruises open your eyes and heart to the natural wonderland that surrounds you morning, noon, and night.
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Tauck's Hawaii features ocean-view rooms the finest oceanfront resorts on multiple islands for the ultimate Hawaiian experience! From Kauai's rainforests to Maui's waterfalls and the Big Island's dramatic volcanic landscapes, discover the uniqueness of the islands. Enjoy a special visit to Pearl Harbor, Waikiki Beach, an old whaling town, a working ranch, and a coffee farm, with luaus, cruises, and plenty of free time to enjoy one of the world's favorite tropical playgrounds!
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Tauck's New England tours take you to green mountain ridges with white village steeples, quintessential harbors with tall sailboat masts, and historical icons, city and countryside. Experience a breathtaking landscape, painted with bold impressionist colors, on Tauck's fall foliage tour.The region is rich in Colonial history, featuring quaint architecture, museums with costumed interpreters, and entertaining walking tours. Learn more about the patriots of Boston, the whalers of Nantucket, or the Pilgrims at Plymouth on our New England tours with accommodations in historic hotels and popular resorts.
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New England
So many choices – gracious antebellum plantations, formal gardens, warm beaches, Civil War battlefields, a
Victorian island, jazz in New Orleans, a capital capitol... Tauck's
Mid-America / Southern USA trips take you to places truly intertwined with all that defines America today. Together with filmmaker Ken Burns we crafted a
Civil War themed tour (Most Hallowed Ground), The Tauck Chicago Event in October 2013, and The Tauck Jazz Event in New Orleans. And make your plans early for our premiere sporting event in May 2014 – Run For Roses: The Kentucky Derby!
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South / Mid USA
Western USA travel features diverse landscapes from painted canyons
to inspiring national parks, ancient cliff dwellings, the Pacific Ocean,
vineyards and chic cities. Sightsee by floatplane, jeep, trolley,
horseback, sky gondola, narrow gauge railroad, jet boat... Stay at
historic lodges inside the great national parks and great hotels in the
heart of the cities.
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US West
Cultured, cosmopolitan cities combine with rugged coastal scenery and quaint fishing villages on these Eastern Canada tours. They take you from thundering Niagara Falls to peaceful island cruises, from chateau-style hotels to the weathered house that inspired Anne of Green Gables. Enjoy views from the world's tallest freestanding structure, or from the top of coastal bluffs along the Cabot Trail.
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Eastern Canada
This is a land of jagged snow-capped peaks, glaciers, waterfalls, alpine lakes, and a grandeur that is indescribable. Our Western Canada tours explore impressive national parks and stay in legendary mountain resorts, with unique ways to sightsee including Ice Explorer, floatplane, nostalgic train, ferry steamer, jet boat, or ski gondola.
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Western Canada Tours
This is the heart of Europe: alpine vistas in Switzerland, Germany and Austria; preserved medieval towns and castles along the lush Rhine and Danube waterways; imperial splendors in Vienna and Budapest; cafés, bistros, and bierstubes in villages off-the-beaten-path; and architectural triumphs in grand cities of Amsterdam, Berlin, Warsaw, Prague, Dubrovnik, and more. When you embark on Central and Eastern Europe travel days with Tauck, you go far beyond traditional sights to discover the a deep and rich cultural persona.
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Central & Eastern Europe
From the moving memorials at Omaha Beach to the glitz and glamour of the Côte d'Azur, Tauck's France tours combine insider expert insights with the cultural panache that defines all things Français. Tauck France tours explore colorful Provence, Loire chateaux, ancient abbeys, cobblestoned villages, Bordeaux and Côte du Rhone wine regions, the chic bouleverds of Paris, and more.
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Famous Irish castle-hotels and manor houses, the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, pastoral Cotswold landscapes, mystical Loch Lomond and of course vibrant London are just some of the many highlights of these Ireland and Great Britain tours. Escape to centuries past as you watch a Shakespearean performance at Stratford-upon-Avon or view the mysterious monoliths outside of Dublin; imagine yourself as royalty aboard first-class trains, steam yachts and river cruise ships.
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Great Britain & Ireland
The name "Iceland" belies the wondrous summertime landscapes you'll explore during this 7-night cruise... fishing villages where you'll get a glimpse of daily life along rugged shores... fjords ringed by emerald mountains... craggy cliffs blanketed with whimsical puffins and arctic terns... rainbow-hued waterfalls and steamy geysers... lakes teeming with nesting ducks... and a blue lagoon that welcomes bathers with healing waters. With so much to see and do, Iceland is not only one of the hottest new destinations for those in-the-know, it's also a very cool place to cruise with Tauck.
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Timeless treasures of a legendary land await you on Tauck's Italy tours. Travel from the sun-kissed hilltowns of Tuscany to the stunning Amalfi Coast, enjoying Tauck's do-it-all-for-you service, fine accommodations and special experiences you can't get on your own, like private, after-hours visits to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel – hallmarks of the best Italy tours.
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What do you envision as a perfect Mediterranean travel getaway? Little can compare to a small ship's approach in Bonifacio, Corsica... antiquities discovered in the gentle Sicilian countryside... the whitewashed villages of a Greek isle... the dramatic Amalfi coastline... the colorful contrasts where Europe meets Asia in Turkey... or the secrets behind the centuries-old city walls of Dubrovnik. Mediterranean travel with Tauck includes land journeys and cruises along the Adriatic and Aegean Seas, combining the relaxation of sailing with in-depth discovery via private excursions to the historical ruins of Ephesus, Carthage, Pompeii and Segesta and cultural meccas along the Spanish, French, Italian and Turkish Rivieras.
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Mediterranean & Turkey
Nordic legends and Viking tales come to life in Norway, Denmark, and Sweden. Viking ships and a folk museum depict early eras; medieval castles and well-preserved port towns illuminate the Middle Ages. In Russia, fortresses, palaces, and treasures of the Czars contrast with the Kremlin, Red Square, and an infamous bunker. Priceless masterpieces hang in The State Hermitage Museum; ballerinas twirl at the ballet; and onion-topped buildings command the skyline. In Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, there are medieval districts so well preserved that they are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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Scandinavia, Russia & Baltics
Step inside the grand Moorish palace of the Alhambra, gaze at treasures – inside and out – at the world renowned Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, follow pilgrim's footsteps on the path of St. James to Santiago de Compostela or stroll the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Sintra and Evora, and you will understand the historical, cultural and religious passion throughout these lands and carefully woven into a Portugal and Spain tour.
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Spain & Portugal
Tauck's Africa tours and safaris are compelling and intriguing, from the Great Pyramids to the savannahs of the Serengeti. Adventures include hot-air ballooning over African plains, cruising the River Nile, game drives in legendary game reserves, and extraordinary game drives in Botswana. From the Cape of Good Hope to Victoria Falls, spotting the "Big Five" in the Serengeti or Kruger National Park, a walk with young lions... a visit with the meerkats... a spice tour in Zanzibar... a wine-pairing dinner in the Cape Winelands... these Tauck journeys and safaris are the best in Africa tours today!
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Africa Tours
The ultimate Antarctica travel experience! Cruise aboard one of Tauck's newest luxe mega-yachts, Le Soléal or Le Boréal to the majestic ice-clad continent of Antarctica after spending two nights in Buenos Aires – an exciting 10-night expeditionary voyage with on-board naturalists, oceanographers and ornithologists. Floating castles of ice glisten in the warmth of the austral sun... glacial mountains rise from the sea, framed against a radiant sky... in an instant, a bright sun illuminates a floating regatta of ice formations... Explorers throughout the centuries have been mesmerized and captivated by the ice... Today, you are that Antarctic explorer.
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China offers a dynamic feast of sights and sensations. Willowed landscapes, tranquil gardens, majestic rivers, fabled monuments and imperial pavilions of red and gold stand as poignant symbols of an enduring and rich historical legacy. Countryside villages and bustling cities deftly combine time-honored traditions with the ever-quickening pace of today's modern times. And the great Yangtze River, home to some of China's most priceless cultural treasures, is poised to change the course of history in this 21st century.
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One of the world's most diverse countries, India is an incredible array of landscapes, languages, cultures and lifestyles as well as a fascinating complex of beliefs and customs. A visit reveals a nation of many contrasts, from opulent palace hotels, shimmering white marbeled monuments like the Taj Mahal and ancient fairy-tale cities of richly-decorated courtyards, fountains and frescoed galleries... to streets brimming with old traditions.
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An island nation of gentle beauty boasts an intriguing mix of ancient and present day, embracing a revolution of modern technology yet remaining staunchly immersed in age-old traditions and rituals. Experiencing rich cultural traditions and venerable Japanese customs are an intricate part of Tauck's Japan tour, where age-old cultures and lifestyles flourish, inspiring the spirit as well as the senses. Get a unique look at Japan, yesterday and today.
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Southeast Asia is a feast for the senses – the vibrant colors, fragrance of incense and spices, sounds of daily life in the streets, and the taste of fabulous food. It is a cultural treat sunrise to sunset. Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand have shared the same tropical peninsula for centuries, but for all their similarities, each country offers a diverse tapestry of art, culture and history uniquely their own. Unique experiences, from a visit to a hill tribe village to an elephant trek, provide an in-depth look at this complex cultural mosaic.
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South East Asia
Choose among two-week and three-week Down Under tours that cover distances primarily by cruise ship or private charter flights, but also include jet boat, tramcar, helicopter, catamaran and sky gondola rides. With joint New Zealand and Australia travel agendas, see glaciers, geysers, fiords, outback, reefs, koalas, kiwis, historic districts, notable architecture, and native culture.
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Australia Travel and New Zealand
Discover one of the richest ecotourism destinations in the world on an adventurious, active Tauck Central America tour or cruise. You'll go off-the-beaten-path as you explore the tropical rainforests, dry forests, freshwater wetlands, islands, beaches and lush jungles of Costa Rica and Panama, where ecological biodiversity, exotic wildlife, and cultural national treasures are found.
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Central America
South America is one of the most sought-after destinations for today's sophisticated travelers – vast cultural diversity and cosmopolitan pleasures from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires, Santiago and Lima; breathtaking beauty from Iguazú Falls to Patagonia and the Andes; unique cultural heritages created by influences from destinations the world over; and the Galápagos Islands, home to species found nowhere else in the world. Tauck's South America travel adventures ignite the senses and satisfy the soul.
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South America
Explore ancient Egypt's treasures, from the Pyramids to the magnificent temples to the tombs of the pharaohs, and cruise along the River Nile with Tauck's expert Egyptologists. Discover the diverse cultures and traditions that have shaped Israel since antiquity and continue to define life today. Travel along Jordan's historic King's Highway from the shores of the Dead Sea to astounding Petra. Tauck combines authentic cultural connections, insights from local experts, our signature sightseeing and memorable experiences for our guests only to ensure that each journey is enriching and inspiring.
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Middle East
Just 90 miles from the Florida Keys and unlike anyplace else in the Americas, Cuba has been "close to home but far away" for decades. But now you can meet face-to-face with Cuban residents from different professions – artists, musicians, students, educators, farmers, artisans, entrepreneurs, community leaders and more – through Tauck's People-to-People educational exchange travel to Cuba. Share thoughts, gain knowledge, and connect with the country's deep cultural heritage – rich in historic architecture, music, art and Latin and Afro-Cuban traditions.
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Get set for a Michigan tour through beautiful countryside and along panoramic beaches with sand dunes stretching along Lake Michigan. Take a private sail on a "Tall Ship" up the Saginaw River and a private horse-drawn carriage tour on Mackinac Island; spend two nights at the famed Grand Hotel, where a historian shares unique anecdotes about this historic landmark. Explore two centuries of American history and innovation at The Henry Ford in Greenfield Village – with a ride on a Model T... discover fine Michigan wines at a private tasting and dinner at Black Star Farms... enjoy "Tower" rooms at the Grand Traverse Resort, and much more on Tauck's merry Michigan tour!
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Welcome to Michigan!
Your marvelous Michigan tour begins at 5:30 PM at the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa. A transfer is included from the Cherry Capital Airport to the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa in Traverse City. During your two nights at this great resort, named among the top 50 domestic destinations by Condé Nast Traveler, you'll be in the midst of a charming town with a lively arts scene and lots of wineries. Please join us this evening and meet your fellow travelers at our welcome cocktail reception and dinner.
Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
Wine, music and dunes on the Lake Michigan coast
You might be surprised to learn on your Michigan tour that the state's western coast is a land of vineyards and sandy beaches as well as really impressive sand dunes... and music, which fills the air at the Music House Museum, displaying rare antique musical instruments and music-making machines from between 1870 and 1930... feel free to hum along during your visit. You'll see some of the spectacular Lake Michigan shoreline as you travel along the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive and through the Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore; ranging in color from the palest champagne to vibrant sienna, the constantly shifting dunes can be as high as 400 feet! This afternoon's private wine tasting at Black Star Farms reveals the high quality of Michigan's vines and wines, which you'll explore further during a private winery dinner for Tauck guests only.
The Straits of Mackinac, Petoskey and on to Mackinac Island
Wind your way along the shoreline of beautiful Grand Traverse Bay as your Michigan tour continues toward the historic Straits of Mackinac. This strip of water connecting Lake Michigan and Lake Huron saw both booming commerce and some pretty spirited conflicts during the active fur-trading era. Stop in quaint Petoskey en route to historic Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse, which guided mariners navigating the strategically important straits. This afternoon, a ferry carries you onward to Mackinac Island, where no cars are allowed... so you'll ride a horse-drawn carriage to your accommodation at the world-famous Grand Hotel, among the most celebrated hotels in America! This stately hotel's front porch, reputed to be the longest of its kind when it was built in 1887, is still a very popular gathering place for guests and local residents alike.
Grand Hotel
Back in time on magical Mackinac Island
This tiny treasure remains much as it was when the first Europeans settled the island centuries ago. Folks get around here by foot, by bicycle or by horse because motorized vehicles are not permitted on the island. Although the year-round human population is only about 600 residents, the horse population can be as high as 500 during the summer months! A sightseeing tour by horse-drawn carriage reveals all that is magical about Mackinac Island and is sure to be a highlight of your Michigan tour. You'll see Fort Mackinac, built by the British to guard the Straits of Mackinac during the American Revolution, as well as "downtown" Mackinac Island with many historic homes and grand Victorian cottages. You'll also learn more about your celebrated hotel at a presentation by a local resident historian who shares unique anecdotes about this famous landmark. The remainder of the day is yours to explore the island as you please; you're bound to discover things that capture your interest.
An architectural gem in Midland en route to Bay City
Leaving peaceful Mackinac Island behind via ferry to the mainland, your Michigan tour continues on to Midland, where you'll explore the home and studio of noted 20th-century architect Alden B. Dow, son of the founder of the Dow Chemical Company, who was a student of Frank Lloyd Wright. Dow's innovative use of geometric planes, angles and landscaping elements to integrate his home into its natural surroundings has earned the home the designation as a National Historic Landmark. Overnight in historic Bay City on the Saginaw River.
Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Bay City – Riverfront
A "tall ship" adventure on Saginaw Bay and a bit of Bavaria in Frankenmuth
French missionary priest Father Jacques Marquette was the first European to visit Saginaw Bay in the early 1600s, and the bay has a long history of travel by sailing ship. You'll do just that today on your Michigan tour as you board a "tall ship" for a private sail in the bay and up the Saginaw River on your own voyage of discovery. Later, you might think you've landed in Bavaria when you visit the little village of Frankenmuth, founded by German pioneers in the 1840s, for lunch and some free time to poke around. Continue on to Dearborn, a city instrumental in America's automobile culture, for a two-night stay at The Dearborn Inn on the Ford Motor Company grounds.
The Dearborn Inn, a Marriott Hotel
The Henry Ford and a test drive in Dearborn
A visit to The Henry Ford is a fascinating, "must-do" experience on any Michigan tour. Historic trains, automobiles, airplanes and more help illustrate the American experience of progress and innovation between 1800 and 1950 – along with living history exhibits including Greenfield Village; Dymaxion House, created by R. Buckminster Fuller; and the homes and workplaces of ground-breaking innovators such as Thomas Edison, the Wright Brothers and Harvey Firestone. In true Tauck Style, when you take a spin in a Model T, you won't have to pay for the gas! The afternoon is free for your own further exploration and discovery. Please join us at our farewell cocktail reception and dinner this evening, and enjoy the opportunity to share your memories of your Michigan tour with those who shared the adventure with you.
Journey home
Tauck's comprehensive Michigan tour ends in Detroit. Fly home anytime. A transfer from The Dearborn Inn, A Marriott Hotel to the Detroit Airport is included. Please allow two hours for flight check-in.
Small Group Departures – Select small group departures, averaging 24 Tauck guests, are priced from $3390 per person double; specific dates apply – select "Small Group" in the pull-down menu above for complete pricing.
Special Solo Traveler Savings – on select special departures you save $200 on the single room price; specific dates apply – select "Singles Departures" in the pull-down menu above for complete pricing.
Airfare is additional.
The Grand Traverse Resort & Spa near Traverse City, Michigan, was named one of the Top 50 mainland travel destinations by Condé Nast Traveler and is a Golf Magazine Silver Medal Resort. Your accommodations in the prestigious Tower are luxuriously appointed and feature beautiful views of the forests, orchards and rolling hills surrounding the golf courses as well as a wet bar, refrigerator, cable TV, hairdryer, a Jacuzzi whirlpool tub and more. There are three golf courses – The Bear designed by Jack Nicklaus, The Wolverine by Gary Player and Spruce Run by William Newcomb – as well as a 15,000-square-foot indoor water playground, a large tennis facility, a fully equipped Health Center and the Spa Grand Traverse vying for your attention during leisure time. At the Aerie on the 16th floor of the Tower, you'll find the Aerie Lounge, which offers a phenomenal selection of beers and martinis as well as an extensive menu of desserts and after-dinner drinks, all served against the backdrop of stunning views.
Located on magical Mackinac Island, where cars are not allowed, this elegant grande dame has been welcoming sophisticated guests for over 100 years. The gracious hotel was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1989. Noted designer Carleton Varney has tastefully decorated each comfortable guest room in its own unique style. All rooms offer a minibar, in-room safe, cable TV, iron and coffee maker. The magnificent front porch, thought to be the longest in the world, offers rocking chairs and wicker furniture from which to take in the marvelous views. The 220-foot long, serpentine-shaped Esther Williams Swimming Pool, with its two adjacent whirlpools, is a popular gathering place for guests. The Jewel golf course, the clay tennis courts and the Grand Hotel Spa offer pleasant leisure-time diversions. Dining in the Main Dining Room is a gracious event for which jackets and ties are requested for gentlemen, with pantsuits or dresses being appropriate choices for ladies at dinner. The readers of Travel + Leisure consider the Grand Hotel one of the 500 best hotels in the world.
Tauck Guests enjoy complimentary Internet access in guest rooms!
Set on the shores of the Saginaw River in historic Bay City, the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Bay City – Riverfront is just steps from the Riverwalk with its more than 100 specialty shops, antiques stores, restaurants and pubs. Comfortable guest rooms offer a remote-control 27-inch TV with cable channels, coffee maker, mini refrigerator, hairdryer, iron and ironing board and Neutrogena® bath amenities. A swimming pool and a fitness room are available for guests' use. You might enjoy dining at the casual Riverfront Grille, featuring spectacular views along with American and regional cuisine.
Set amidst 23 landscaped acres neighboring Greenfield Village, this historic hotel was built by Henry Ford in 1931 on the grounds of the Ford Motor Company. The Dearborn Inn, a Marriott Hotel has been awarded 4 AAA Diamonds in honor of its charm, facilities and service. Guest rooms offer air conditioning, coffee maker, iron / ironing board, hair dryer and luxurious bedding featuring down comforters, custom duvets and cotton-rich linens. Recreational facilities available include an outdoor swimming pool and tennis courts, as well as a fitness room with cardiovascular equipment. The quietly elegant, recently renovated Edison's serves traditional fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner, while the more casual Ten Eyck Tavern serves breakfast and lunch.
Many Tauck travelers prefer arriving at their destination a day before
their Tauck journey begins, or often extend a stay at the end of their
trip. As a service, Tauck will make hotel reservations before and after
your journey.
Grand Traverse Resort & Spa
100 Grand Traverse Village Boulevard
Acme, Michigan, USA
Phone: 231 534 6000
Fax: 231 534 6126
Dearborn Inn
20301 Oakwood Boulevard
Dearborn, Michigan, USA
Phone: 313 271 2700
Fax: 313 271 7464
There are bound to be questions when travelling. Information on everything from weather to internet connections can be found below.
Checked Luggage – General
Due to space restrictions, we ask that you please limit your checked luggage to one suitcase per person weighing no more than 50 pounds (23 kg) and with overall dimensions (length + width + height) not exceeding 62 inches (158 cm).
Besides complying with the Tauck restriction noted above, you should also be sure to research and comply with all airline baggage restrictions relating to your flights to and from your Tauck journey. Airlines have become much more strict in enforcing size and weight limits in recent years, and luggage exceeding airline standards for size or weight may result in expensive overage fees or other consequences.
Airlines are free to revise luggage policies without notice, and certain airlines have different baggage allowances for different classes of service. Researching and complying with airline luggage restrictions is the responsibility of the guest, and Tauck cannot be held responsible for any costs or disruptions to travel caused by the failure to research and comply with airline policies.
Please be sure to attach your Tauck luggage tag to your suitcase before leaving home!
Carry-on Luggage - General
Although oversize bags and wheeled, carry-on luggage are popular for airline travel, they are often not convenient or appropriate for motor coach travel or for many on-tour flights. Most modern sightseeing motor coaches offer limited space for numerous or larger items. Space under seats or in the overhead rack is typically small, and designed to accommodate items like coats, hats, purses, and small camera bags, etc.
For your day-to-day travel while on tour, we recommend that you limit your hand luggage to a small, soft-sided carry-on piece, and that you bring only those items you need handy during the day such as make-up, medications, cameras, film, etc. Items too large to fit under the motor coach seat or on the overhead rack must be stored in the luggage bays beneath the motor coach, and may be inaccessible during daytime travel.
Michigan's Lakes & Mackinac Island begins and ends in the U.S.
If you are traveling by air to join and/or depart from this tour within the U.S., please read the section entitled Airline Security Measures under Additional Information to determine what travel documentation is required.
If you are frequent traveler to the U.S. from Canada, you may benefit from the NEXUS program, which is a joint initiative between the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency and the Canada Border Services Agency that allows pre-screened and approved travelers faster processing at designated highway lanes in high-volume border crossing locations, at a NEXUS kiosk at several airports, and at certain marine reporting locations in the Great Lakes and Seattle regions. For further information, you may log on to the Nexus Internet website by clicking here.
If you are a citizen of another country traveling internationally, you should contact an embassy or consulate of the U.S. to determine what travel documentation is necessary. You may also log on to the U.S. State Department's Internet site by clicking here.
We strongly recommend that your passport be valid for six months beyond the completion of your tour. We also recommend that you make at least two photocopies of all the travel documents that you bring with you. Include copies of the photo page of your passport that contains the date of issuance, the date of expiration and your citizenship. Secure one set of copies in the safe in your room while traveling and leave one set behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your documents or cards are misplaced, lost or stolen.
There is a moderate amount of walking on this Michigan tour. To enjoy this tour, you should be in good health and able to walk reasonable distances, often over unpaved and uneven surfaces. Some of the most memorable sightseeing can only be accomplished on foot. The amount of walking you do, however, is at your discretion.
Some of the sightseeing can only be accomplished on foot. It is important that you have sturdy, comfortable and worn-in walking shoes. On certain days this itinerary requires more mobility; you will need to get on and off of a ferry and horse-drawn carriage, which will require being able to maneuver steps and having careful balance.
All of the hotels on this itinerary have elevators.
PLEASE NOTE: We regret that we're unable to provide individual assistance to guests with walking difficulties or other personal needs. The responsibility of the Tauck Director who accompanies your trip is to ensure that the larger group enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing individual assistance to any one guest. Guests requiring such individualized assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied companion who can provide it.
If you have a medical condition that might limit your participation in activities, please consult your physician for pre-departure health advice and notify us as soon as possible, if you have not already done so. We will advise your Tauck Director accordingly.
Please check with your health insurance provider to determine whether you are covered while traveling. If you will not be covered under your current policy, we strongly suggest that you arrange for adequate coverage while on tour.
If you are a resident of another country traveling to or within the U.S., no vaccinations are currently required for travel to the U.S. For complete vaccination and inoculation information, contact your physician, the public health service in your area, or the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.A. The Travelers' Health Section of the CDC operates a 24-hour "Travelers' Health Hotline" at 800-232-4636 (toll-free in the U.S.). You may also log on to the CDC website by clicking here.
Age Recommendations ― Children 5 years of age or older at the time of travel are welcome on this Tauck journey. Based upon our experience with family travelers, we have a minimum recommended age for each journey to encourage comfort and enjoyment for all of our guests. All children must be accompanied on activities by a parent or guardian. At least one guest in the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older in order to make a reservation.
Babysitting ― Our journeys are designed for adults and children to share the wonder of discovery together. If you require babysitting services, your Tauck Director will put you in contact with the appropriate hotel staff with whom you may make babysitting arrangements. There is usually an additional fee for these services. Many hotels do offer on-site babysitting services; however, babysitting services may not be available at all of our hotels. Please note that our Tauck Directors are not responsible for providing babysitting services.
Safety and Welfare Responsibility ― We welcome the participation of child travelers on our exciting excursions. If you are traveling with a child on a Tauck journey, you have the sole responsibility for ensuring that the child with whom you are traveling follows all rules of safety throughout the tour. By traveling with us, you release Tauck, Inc. and our partners of all liability for any risks and/or injuries to the child with whom you are traveling.
Special Travel Documentation for Children
Authorization for Travel
If you travel into or out of the U.S. with children under the age of 18, you should be aware of the following: because of increasing incidents of child abductions in disputed custody cases and because children are at risk as possible victims of child pornography, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) strongly recommends that unless the child is accompanied by both parents, you should have a notarized note from the child's other parent (or, in the case of a child traveling with grandparents, uncles or aunts, sisters or brothers, or friends, a note signed by both parents) stating that the parent(s) not traveling acknowledge that the parent(s), family members, etc. who are traveling into or out of the U.S. with the child have permission to do so. While CBP may not ask to see this documentation, if they do ask, and you do not have it, you may be detained until the circumstances of the child traveling without both parents can be fully assessed.
If there is no second parent with legal claims to the child (parent deceased, sole custody, etc.), other relevant paperwork, such as a court decision, birth certificate naming only one parent, or a death certificate, will be useful.
Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment
In the unlikely event of a medical emergency, a medical facility will require permission from the child's parents to provide treatment. Therefore, we strongly suggest that you bring along a letter from both parents (including other pertinent documents as cited above) authorizing emergency medical treatment for their child.
We are not responsible for the disruption of travel caused by the improper documentation of any guest, including children traveling without both parents. While there is no definitive format or standard, click here to view a sample letter for guardians or one parent traveling with a child.
If you are traveling from the U.S., the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires that your name, as it appears on your domestic or international airline ticket, must precisely match your name as it appears on the government-issued photo ID (i.e., passport or driver's license) that you present during security screening. The ID name must also match any additional airline data, such as frequent-flyer information. For example, if you present your driver's license to security and it says John T. Smith, your ticket must also say John T. Smith, not John Thomas Smith, Jack Smith, or any other variant. Your date-of-birth and gender information provided to the airline must also match your passport.
If you make your air travel arrangements through us, please ensure that the name you provide us precisely matches your name as shown on the identification you will use while traveling. If you make your own airline reservations, please ensure that the airline has the correct information.
For more information on the TSA's requirements, please visit their website by clicking here.
If you are traveling from an airport outside the jurisdiction of the U.S., you will need to determine what travel documentation and identification is required for that particular airport.
Due to heightened security regulations, certain items such as a metal nail file, pocketknife, cigarette lighter, or tweezers, and some liquid, gel, or aerosol items may not be permitted in your carry-on luggage. Please call your airline prior to departure to obtain current information on non-permissible carry-on items and recommended airport check-in times.
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When packing for travel to Michigan, we suggest you select a wardrobe that is adaptable and allows for layering. Comfortable, casual clothing is recommended for sightseeing during the day. At the Grand Hotel, evenings are a special occasion. After 6:00 PM, gentlemen are required to wear a jacket and tie and ladies are required to wear dresses or elegant pantsuits. Grand Hotel does loan jackets to guests.
Valet laundry service is available at each hotel as well as hair dryers in the room. Most of the hotels have outdoor pools that are available for guests' use. All of the hotels have fitness centers that are available to the guests on a complimentary basis.
We recommend that you pack an adequate supply of your prescription medication in its original container to last through your entire journey, together with a copy of your doctor's prescription or a letter from your health-care provider on office stationery explaining that the medication has been prescribed for you, a list of the generic names of your medication, your travel documents and a change of clothing in your carry-on bag to avoid any inconvenience in the event that your flight or luggage is delayed.
Following is a list of recommended items to pack for your Michigan tour:
Michigan is 5 hours behind Coordinated Universal Time (or Greenwich Mean Time). From early March to early November, it switches to Daylight Savings Time and is 4 hours behind. To determine current time in major cities around the world, we suggest you log on to the website, timeanddate.com, by clicking here.
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Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm (Eastern Time)
Monday through Friday 6 am - 8 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm (Eastern Time)
The Deposit and the fees for the optional Protection Plan or Cancel Fee Waiver [CFW] coverage are due at time of booking. Your deposit is $350 per person.
We will be happy to advise hotels of any special requests, provided we receive them at time of booking. We regret that requests cannot be guaranteed.
Final Payment is due at Tauck's Norwalk, CT office 60 days before departure. Any bookings without full payment at this time may be subject to cancellation without notice.
Final Documents, which may include airline tickets, when applicable, are sent by first class mail upon receipt of final payment. They include joining instructions, hotel lists, tour itinerary, clothing suggestions, luggage tags and other pertinent information. We recommend overnight mailing service for any reservation that is made within 30 days of the tour departure date to ensure timely delivery. The additional expense will be added to your tour cost.
Tauck's Guest Protection
Guests booking a Tauck journey have the option of purchasing cancellation protection from Tauck in the event they need to cancel their trip after making their reservations. Tauck's Travel Protection Plan is available to all travelers, with the exception of residents of Puerto Rico.
Under Tauck's all-inclusive Guest Protection, you can cancel your tour for any covered reason up to the day before departure and receive a money-back refund (except in Extreme Circumstances*) on the land tour cost, based on your original method of payment. The following conditions apply:
Section I Cancellation Waiver – Provided by Tauck: Should you have to cancel your journey for any reason, Tauck's Cancellation Waiver reduces the regular cancellation fees outlined herein, provided we are notified of cancellation before your journey departs. Certain terms and restrictions apply (see below*).
Section II – Travel Insurance Benefits – Underwritten by Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company. Should you have to cancel your trip due to illness, injury, death or other covered reason, any cancellation or airline penalties not refunded by Tauck under Section I's Cancellation Waiver would be reimbursable under Section II. This Protection also provides 24-hour emergency assistance services as well as:
The cost of Tauck's Guest Protection is $199.00 per person.
This protection provides insurance coverage that applies only during the covered trip. You may have coverage from other sources that provides you with similar benefits but may be subject to different restrictions depending upon your other coverages. You may wish to compare the terms of this policy with your existing life, health, home and automobile policies. If you have any questions about your current coverage, call your insurer, insurance agent or broker.
Travel insurance is underwritten by: Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company, Columbus, OH; NAIC #10952, (all states except as otherwise noted) under Policy/Certificate Form series TAHC5000. In CA, HI, NE, NH, PA, TN and TX Policy/Certificate Form series TAHC5100 and TAHC5200. In IL, IN, KS, LA, OH, OR, VT, WA and WY Policy Form #'s TAHC5100IPS and TAHC5200IPS. Certain coverages are under series TAHC6000 and TAHC7000. 26325543
The Guest Protection plan waives cancellation fees outlined, provided we are notified of cancellation before your tour departs. Tour cancellation fees are waived regardless of reason, without written notice, and Tauck will refund land tour cost.
This optional Guest Protection must be requested at time of booking and fee must be included with initial payment. Details will be provided with written confirmation of your tour reservation. Guest Protection does not protect travel agent commissions. Cost is not refundable under any circumstances. Reimbursements will be made according to original method of payment. The amount of any refund shall be reduced by any recoveries obtained by you from any third parties.
*Extreme Circumstances: In the event of an act of God, war (whether declared or undeclared), terrorism, accident, natural disaster, outbreak of disease, or other event or circumstance beyond our control that contributes to or results in cancellation rates above our historical cancellation rates in the absence of such event or occurrence, Tauck reserves the right to issue a credit to you in lieu of a money-back refund, applicable to a future Tauck journey.
If You Have to Cancel
Cancellations Fees – Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed bookings. Therefore, the following fees apply.
Guests choosing to purchase Tauck's Guest Protection will incur cancellation penalties of $199.00 per person regardless of cancellation date prior to tour departure date.
Guests choosing not to purchase Tauck's Guest Protection will incur cancellation penalties per person as follows:
Time of cancellation will be when notice is received in our Norwalk, CT office.
In the event of an unforeseen circumstance beyond our control, Tauck reserves the right to amend the cancellation terms outlined herein.
Tour Interruption Fees – If you have to interrupt your tour en route, you may be entitled to a refund of land tour costs if it exceeds 24 hours; certain restrictions apply. Such refunds are based upon the number of overnights missed less $40 per day for unused transportation and other fixed expenses.
Partial Room Cancellation – A person who cancels or leaves a tour while a roommate remains constitutes a cancellation of one type of accommodation and rebooking of another type of accommodation. The price charged the remaining person is the new, higher price for the new accommodation.
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Airfare may be purchased through us for travel originating in the United States. By using our air services, you agree that we, in purchasing, selling or otherwise arranging air transportation, are acting only as your agent and are not liable or responsible for any accident, death, personal injury, illness, property damage, delay or other loss or expense of any nature whatsoever arising directly or indirectly out of any act of God, or any actions or omissions (including any failure to provide services) or default of, any carrier. All carriers are independent contractors and are not owned, managed, controlled or operated by us. Your airline ticket constitutes a contract between yourself and the airline only, even if purchased through us. We are not liable for, and do not assume responsibility or accept claims with regard to seat assignments, schedule changes, flight changes, cancellations, claims for a refund or reimbursement of airline ticket fees, or any other loss incurred by you for any reason whatsoever (including, without limitation to, bankruptcy, insolvency, reorganization or similar relief from creditors).
Overall Rating:
This was the shortest trip out of 13 that we have taken with Tauck. It was very fast pace & we loved every minute of it.
The Grand Hotel is beautiful and words cannot say what ours eyes saw in eight days. Our tour director was on top of all arrangements and very well informed of all the sites we visited.
Can't wait for our next trip.
Ray & Ann
Grand Hotel
Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely
Olympia Senior
Michigan caught me by surprise. The scenery was wonderful in early fall as was the apple cider, cherry pie, and fudge along the way. The time spent on Mackinac Island and The Grand Hotel make some of my best travel memories ever. Especially great that Tauck allowed 2 nights on the island so I had time to relax and enjoy. Excellent tour director
Time spent on the large porch of The Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island just taking in the beauty around me and absorbing the atmosphere of the very grand Grand Hotel.
Another treasure was the lack of automobile sounds, fumes and clutter. At night out the window all I heard was the clip clop of the horse's hooves below.
Great dining experiences.
The highlight of the trip was our tour director -- KENDRA ST.JOHN.
she was superb -- the best we have had in our five Tauck tours.
The Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island
Our trip was so well-planned. We visited sites I had never heard of, such as Traverse City's Music House Museum, as well as more familiar locales, such as Mackinac Island. The trip went very smoothly, the hotels were beautiful, and the food delicious. I can't imagine a better tour director than the one we had. Looking forward to another trip!
Two: seeing the Grand Hotel for the first time, and seeing Martha Mary Chapel in Greenfield Village, where my parents were married.
We have traveled with Tauck several times. Overall, we have had outstanding guides, well-planned itinerary, excellent accommodations, and terrific food. This trip was no different. Kendra St. John was the best guide yet. We enjoyed the Michigan lakes, the scenery, and the taste of the produce. The trip back in time at Mackinac was unique.
I'm afraid the wonderful times will be over-shadowed by a trip to the ER in Bay City with a subsequent hospitalization. Kendra went above and beyond what was expected in making sure we were okay and able to join the group at the end. She even arranged a quick trip to the Henry Ford and Village before our afternoon return home.
Although this was our seventh Tauck tour, this was our first within the U.S. We had never been to Michigan and had always wanted to visit Mackinac Island and stay at the Grand Hotel. We were not disapointed!! We also enjoyed the Traverse Bay area and Dearborn,especially the Music Museum and the house tours in Midland and Dearborn.
Bob & Pat
Staying at the Grand Hotel, enjoying the five course dinners and listening to all the various music during the afternoon and evening. The hotel's historian gave a very interesting talk about the history of the Grand.
This was a great trip..from beginning to end.Bill was a great tour director..very knowledgeable and personable.Carl was a great driver and the bus was always spotless.Tauck took care of everything..great hotel rooms and food, alltour destinations and tickets to get into events, even my limo to the airport.
Everything was great! I loved being on "the Lakes".I loved the Music Museum.Of course Mackinac Island and the Grand Hotel were special.Thank you Tauk.
Very enjoyable, not too busy, lots of leisure time, but enough to keep you busy. A good mixture of the old, at the Grand Hotel at Mackinac Island along with the new hotels at Bay City and Traverse City. Well planned and directed by our tour guide, Bill. Loved the Dearborn Inn the staff there was very attentive and all the meals there were wonderful
Grand Hotel dining and the beautiful flowers at the Grand Hotel. But the whole trip was great, We didn't realize MI was so beautiful with all its lakes. Tauck does it up right as usual down to every last detail. This was our 7th tour with them. We look forward to our next one.
Our tour director was good as was the bus driver. What we expected would be the highlight of our 50th Anniversary trip was the Grand Hotel in Mackinak Island. Our room was small,next to an elevator, below a storage room,and near the Cupola Nightclub where we were kept up by the patrons going back to their rooms. Otherwise the tour was fine.
My most memorable moment was waiting for the tour director to return my call about my room. He never did, turning this "problem" into this "complaint". Tauck should take more responsibility for the room assignments rather than blaming the hotel. So much for our 13th tour with Tauck. You have slipped.
Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?No
Many people wondered why we wanted to see Michigan, especially as we were visiting from the UK? This was our 4th Tauck adventure and lived up to expectations - we were thoroughly spoilt, especially at The Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island - a real gem. We felt the pace of the tour was just right - lots to see and do but also plenty of free time too
As always difficult to choose just a single moment but as well as Mackinac Island I think it had to be the Alden Dow house and garden - I just loved it!
We are so please you enjoyed your journey to this beautiful region and experienced so many memorable moments.
-The Tauck Guest Relations Team
The scenery was beautiful, and the Grand Hotel was indeed grand. The hotels were outstanding and the food was delicious. We were disappointed in the lack of information that was provided about the areas in which we were traveling, for example, names of rivers, buildings, and history of the area. Tour director seemed distracted and unapproachable.
The Grand Hotel.
Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Maybe
Thanks for sharing your experience and feedback. We're looking into providing more take-away information for our guests in addition to the usual commentary provided by our tour directors.
Good trip, good weather, good campanions, good accomadations, good food and good guide. Mackinac Island was Grand! The hotel was ahighlight and wish it could have been at least 1/2 day longer.
My husband and I absolutely loved Mackinac Island and the Grand Hotel. We're already yearning to return and have only been home a week. We so wanted to spend more time there. This place is truly heaven on earth as far as I'm concerned. Brought tears to my eyes when we had to leave.
Taking that first carriage ride up the hill and arriving at that red carpeted entry is something i will never forget. I was worried that I had built it up too much in my mind and would be disappointed. I wasn't! It was even better!
Our seventh Tauck trip and it lived up to all our expectations! We were awed by the beautiful scenery (which we didn't expect) and impressed by the complete ease of travel which included fights, ferries, horse-drawn carriages, trains, Model T Fords,and buses. Our tour director handled everything with ease, making sure our vacation was wonderful.
After arriving at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island in a rainstorm, we watched the sun break through the clouds, illuminating the massive white-columned porch of the hotel. Rows of white rockers awaited us on the red geranium bordered porch. Just a stone's throw away was the glistening lake. Ah! this is the life!
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Missile Command record broken after 31 years
This weekend, Swedish gamer Victor Sandberg set out to take the Missile Command record, set in 1982 by Victor Ali with a score of 80.5 million. The determined arcade fan livestreamed his attempt, which lasted over 56 hours, and eventually took the crown by bowing out with 81,796,035 points. You can watch a recording the […]0
Atari declines Jace Hall's offer to develop an enhanced version of Blood
Jace Hall, founder and ex-CEO of Monolith, has posted on Blood fansite The Post Mortem that Atari has declined his offer of developing an enhanced version of Blood for PC and other platforms.4
Atari awaiting approval on bankruptcy financing
Atari has sourced $5 million in debtor-in-possession financing from Perella Weinberg Partners, which would allow it to operate through bankruptcy, Polygon reports. Perella plans to assist Atari in selling off its assets, but this role and its offer of finance must be approved by a court. Atari is apparently already in possession of $2 million […]0
Atari hit by dwindling revenue, files for bankruptcy
The economic strain appears to be taking its toll on Atari. According to the L.A Times, the creators of Pong have filed a petition for bankruptcy.10
Star Trek Online UGC tool suite updated next season
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World's largest game of Pong celebrates anniversary
Pong, often considered the first real commercial video game, turns 40 on November 29. To celebrate, Atari took part in the annual City Lights festival in Kansas City on Friday, building an enormous version of the stripped-back tennis sim which had been nominated for a Guinness World Record for World's Largest Game of Pong. See […]0
Xbox Live update: Warlords and Planets Under Attack hit XBLA this week
Microsoft's Major Nelson has spilled the beans on two new Xbox Live Arcade additions this week. The quirky strategy title Planets Under Attack, and a remake of Atari classic Warlords. Get details and screens below.1
Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition moves up its launch date
Baldur's Gate: Enhanced Edition is now planning to launch on November 28, two days ahead of its last scheduled release date.0
Warlords out in the UK on PSN tomorrow, next month on XBLA
Warlords, a remake of the classic title for the Atari 2600, is out today on PSN in the US as you've already noted here, and will arrive on the EU PS Store tomorrow, October 10, for €9.99.0
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Virtual Users And Domains With Postfix, Courier And MySQL (Ubuntu 7.10)
HI All,
I have been following this HOWTO for the better part of my day.
Everything went perfectly according to the howto, except that it could not log into the MySQL server. I changed it all - and it seems to be working more than just a little bit perfectly now.
The Problem is the following:
I am unable to send mail to any local user on the machine itself - Thunderbird reports no errors, but my mail log spits out the following:
Dec 6 12:30:51 ubuntuer postfix/smtpd[4894]: connect from unknown[192.168.0.15]
Also - I am unable to send any mail to any user outside of the domain, which is weird as well - since I set the transport table with the following:
Thanx a LOT!
Hey Merrigan
Dec 6 12:30:52 ubuntuer postfix/trivial-rewrite[4914]: warning: do not list domain lewendewoord.co.za in BOTH mydestination and virtual_mailbox_domains
This line is one of the culprits, I have had the same problem for last day or two just fixed it now.
in /etc/postfix/main.cf you probably have
mydestination = lewendewoord.co.za, localhost, localhost.localdomain
change this to
mydestination = SERVERNAME , localhost, localhost.localdomain
so if your server is called myserver then insert myserver where SERVERNAME is.
Thanks a lot tashio, It has fixed the internal issue - now to get the mail sent externally :P
Yea I'm still getting relay access denied errors when trying to send email to external addresses but my current main problem is I can't logon to the pop3 server, for some reason getting access denied on the authdaemond. I've checked all the files that contain user/password information for connecting to the sql server but it's still throwing it out.
authdaemond: failed to connect to mysql server (server=localhost, userid=mail_admin): Access denied for user 'mail_admin'@'localhost' (using password: YES)
Found the login problem, you need to go back and check all the /etc/postfix/mysql_virtual.*.cf files make sure that there is NO space after the username and password, IE the cursor stops at the last letter of the user/pass, for some reason vi puts a space as soon as you finish a word and escape out, so odds are there is a space after user or password
also need to check
and the primary culprit
Now to get external mail going out.
EDIT: External Working, you need to set your mail client to authenticate for SMTP
I got the mail sending outward much better so far, sometimes it's successful - sometimes not - but I think It's a remote smtp server issue.
I was wondering whether anyone knows how to setup fetchmail to deliver mail into a virtual user inbox. I used the normal one that delivers into the home directories and it didn't work - how does one setup it to deliver into the virtual box?
Thanx all!!!
What is the error message you'r getting when you try send external?
Well To me it seems to have been A DNS Server issue. I put the mail server's IP in the transport into [square brackets] and all is well now, sending like mad.
Does anyone know how to make fetchmail or anything else for that matter, drop mail into the virtual mailbox?
Thanx all!
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Does your baby have any homemade blankets?
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90% are. Between my mom and best friend. My mom croquets and my Best friend quilts. :D
by Ruby Member on Mar. 26, 2013 at 1:04 AM
Yes. I do most of them as I crochet like crazy bc but she has a quilt from my mil and sil too.
No, but all 3 of my kids have embroidered blankets.
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by Gold Member on Mar. 26, 2013 at 10:14 AM
No they don't have blankets but DD has a handmade sweater.
by Gold Member on Mar. 26, 2013 at 10:17 AM
Yes! I crocheted her a green and white afghan before she was born, and my SIL and her mom made her am adorable pink and green ladybug fleece blanket.
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Yes, she has two :) One is a fleece no-sew blanket my baby sister (well, she's in college, haha) made for her, and I'm pretty sure my MIL crocheted the other one.
My dh is quilting a blankie for him and im knitting him one he also has my dhs baby blanket that his gma made for him
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I was so far back for Outkast it didn't matter, but I danced my ass off.
Caught the beginning of the set, left for Anti-Flag sometime after BigBoi did shutterbug.
then after them went back to outkast to hear some great jams since Andre decided to come back on stage. It was cool, I'm glad I just danced to their vibes coming out the speakers cause If I had been close enough to witness the shitshow I wouldn't have enjoyed myself as much.
Just look at the Counterpoint lineup it's truly a magnificent piece of shit with Outkast and Run The Jewels sprinkled on top.
Ty Segall / Cold Beat/WAND @ GAMH 01/29/15
Sparks @ Ace Hotel 02/14/15
Caribou @The Fillmore 03/01/15
The Pop Group @ GAMH 03/11/15
Neutral Milk Hotel @ Pappy & Harriets 05/30/15
Just so you guys understand the English behind what she said: "I didn't like that Coachella audience,"
She purposely used "didn't" instead of "don't" and "that" instead of "the". Saying "I don't like the Coachella audience" would be worthy of discussion. Saying she didn't like that specific audience who was board and let down because of the lackluster performance they were observing is telling us what we knew already.
12/4/14 - Angel Olsen @ El Rey // 12/10/14 - Tune-Yards/Cibo Matto @ Wiltern
But really, Outkast were just opening for the real headliners: Selfies and Molly.
1/11 Tamaryn @ The Echo, 1/20 Elton John @ Caesars Palace, 2/14 Sparks @ The Ace, 2/17 Emmy the Great @ DC9 (?)
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Does anyone actually care what she thinks? Her best days as an artist was a feature spot with fun.
Headlining Coachella after taking seven years off, without any warm-up gigs, is pretty much the most idiotic thing I can think of.
Fuck Outkast for blaming the crowd. Their week 2 performance wasn't much better than week 1, btw.
Nas pissed all over Outkast.
she's probably right about a wanky crowd, but her artistic output hasn't been anything to excite so everyone in attendance lost that night anyway
The pilgrimage is not perfected save by copulation with the camel.
Janelle Monae admitted that she idolizes Andre and Big Boi so it's pretty clear that she's biased and will defend them no matter what. The truth is, OutKast did not connect with the crowd that night. Andre calling a bunch of white girls who have been brought up as princesses "a bunch of Ho's: is just one example of his ineptitude. That said, this is the same crowd that lost their shit for calvin harris and made him one of the biggest coachella artists ever so there's that.
Andre wknd 2 "How many baby mamas we got in the crowd tonight?"
could this outkast reunion possibly have turned out any worse? i don't think so.
Yes. Blame the crowd who showed up to see OutKast performing live for the first time in seven hundred years or so and were treated to the musical styling of Janelle Monae. Seems legit.
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For the past couple of days Tropical Storm Cristobal has been battering parts of the Caribbean.
The system developed into a Tropical Depression on Saturday, centred between the Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Cristobal then slowly strengthened, becoming a tropical storm on Sunday, and a hurricane the following day.
It slowly tracked northwest, at approximately 5 kph, meaning the region saw a prolonged period of very heavy rain.
Heavy rain was not only limited to the Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos Islands. Jamaica, Hispaniola, Puerto Rico and southern Cuba were also drenched in the downpours.
The rain triggered flooding across much of the region and two people are known to have died in Haiti.
Haiti, one of the world's poorest countries, has suffered extensive deforestation in recent years, which has made it more susceptible to flash flooding and landslides.
Hurricane Cristobal is now creeping northwards across the Atlantic.
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WASHINGTON - For 18 days this summer, performers and theater-lovers, alike, will converge on Northeast D.C. for Capital Fringe, a festival celebration of alternative performances.
The eighth annual festival will showcase 130 shows at 18 venues throughout the city, beginning July 11.
Here's a quick guide on some scenes and shows worth checking out at this year's Fringe Festival.
Go to the Fort
Fort Fringe, located at 607 New York Ave. NW, serves as the headquarters of Capital Fringe. Here, festival attendees can grab a bite, a drink and share a conversation about the shows, while also taking in some live music.
The bar serves dishes like ginger teriyaki turkey burgers and granny smith apple and cheddar paninis, along with your standard half-smoke and grilled cheese.
On tap, the Fort bar has local brews like Three Stars, Chocolate City and Flying Dog.
Fort Fringe also sells tickets and multi-show passes to the festival.
Take in the Shows
While the Fort is definitely the place to see and be seen, the performances are the core of the festival.
Here are some worth checking out:
Big River (and Other Wayfaring Ballets): Using the music of "The Man In Black," MOVEiUS Contemporary Ballet mixes contemporary and classical in its modern ballet performance. The show will take place at GALA Theatre at Tivoli Square (3333 14th St. NW). This show is recommended for all ages.
A Day in the Life of Miss Hiccup: Japanese comedian Shoshinz plays Miss Hiccup, a little clown with a lot of noise in her life. Her shows delight kids and adults of all ages. This performance will take place at 612 L St. NW.
Mark Twain's Riverboat Extravaganza!: If the old, tall tales of American history seem worn and boring, Mark Twain's "Riverboat Extravaganza!" will make them new again. With music, dance, comedy and plenty of puppets, the Pointless Theatre Company brings Twain's famous characters to life. Revisiting stories like "Rip Van Winkle" and "John Henry," the characters get help from the ghost of Abe Lincoln to keep things historically accurate. This show is recommended for all ages and will show at Studio Theatre (1501 14th St. NW).
Urban Legends: Written and performed by West Potomac High School students, "Urban Legends" is a creepy, funny show that might leave you afraid to turn out the light. If you're a fan of scary stories told around a campfire, this show is for you. It's recommended to those 13 and older and is playing at Mount Vernon United Methodist Church (900 Massachusetts Ave. NW).
Tragedy Averted: Have you ever wanted to hear Ophelia's side of things, before she threw herself into the lake? In "Tragedy Averted," presented by the Ad Hoc Players, Shakespeare's tragic heroines gather for brunch before their deaths and talk about their problems in a hilarious and touching way. "Tragedy Averted" is recommended to those 13 and older. It is showing at Fort Fringe (607 New York Ave. NW).
To Know A Veil: "To Know A Veil" is a multimedia exploration of what it means to veil and reveal the female body. Part documentary, part art installation, part party game, it's sure to be an interesting and unique show. "To Know a Veil" is recommended for those 13 and older. It's showing at Warehouse (645 New York Ave. NW).
H Street Housewives: H Street Housewives is a hilarious look at the changing dynamics of the H Street Corridor. The show description promises "Chickens in the backyard" and "Flame wars on the mommy listserv," as well as promiscuous househusbands and an evil plan to change H Street forever. This show is recommended for adults only. It's showing at 612 L St. NW.
Body Armor: "Body Armor" is a dark, unblinking look at war, responsibility and the differences (or not) between the insurgent and the peacekeeper. The story of stranded soldiers in Afghanistan poses serious questions about the U.S. "Body Armor" is best recommended for adults only. It is showing at Gearbox (1021 7th St. NW, 3rd Floor).
Kubrilesque: For Stanley Kubrick lovers and burlesque fans, there's "Kubrilesque," a burlesque parody of several of Kubrick's films. The show combines different styles of dance to move from film-to-film. "Kubrilesque" is recommended for adults only and is showing at GALA Theatre at Tivoli Square (3333 14th St. NW).
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High-five: Patrick Sharp is stuffed by Tuukka Rask, going post to post. Sharpie wishes he had that one back. But if we know anything about Sharp, it's that he'll keep shooting. As well he should.
Low-five: Jonathan Toews gets his head roughed up behind the play.
High-five: GOAL! Kane scoops up the rebound on a Johnny Oduya slap shot, tucking it past Rask. 1-0.
Low-five: Sharp gets sent tot he box for roughing, along with Boston's Johny Boychuk. Sharp has only eight penalty minutes this postseason, but doesn't it seem like he's paying rent in the sin bin?
Score: Blackhawks 1, Bruins 0
High-five: A fan wearing the jersey of former Blackhawks goaltender Darren Pang outside the UC gets an autograph from ... Darren Pang! Hell of a souvenir.
High-five: Marian Hossa's on the ice for warm-ups despite missing Friday's practice. #becauseitsthecup
High-five: Jim Cornelison's national anthem rendition. Always.
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Shortage of lead sees 40 percent metal price rise in China in past month
Reduced supply, coupled with high winter demand, has seen lead prices rise by some 40 percent in China in the past month.
Posted: Tuesday , 06 Jan 2009
HONG KONG (Reuters) -
Chinese prices of spot lead, used in batteries, have risen 40 percent in the past month, buoyed by reduced supply and stronger winter demand for automobile batteries, industry officials and traders said on Tuesday.
The rise in China, which consumes a third of the world's lead, exceeded a 16 percent rise the same month on the London Metal Exchange MPB3, where the metal price was $1,122 on Tuesday.
It marks a turnaround after Chinese prices lost nearly half their value between last September and early December on reduced demand triggered by the global financial crisis that spurred Chinese lead smelters to cut production.
"Many small smelters have shut down," said a sales manager at Yuguang Gold and Lead (600531.SS), the country's top producer of lead. "And battery makers are buying more lead."
Battery makers had cut lead purchases in the fourth quarter of last year because of volatile prices and had used up their stocks of the metal, he added.
"Demand for batteries is improving," said a purchasing manager at a large battery manufacturing plant in Hubei province that consumed about 140,000 tonnes of lead last year.
He said many car owners in China fixed their vehicles and changed batteries before the Lunar New Year, boosting battery consumption ahead of the festival, which falls on Jan. 26 this year.
Spot lead traded at about 12,000 yuan ($1,757) per tonne in Shanghai on Tuesday, up from 8,600 yuan on Dec. 5 but down from 17,600 yuan in mid-September last year.
But battery demand may wane and the price may fall after the Chinese New Year as car sales fall, amid the weaker domestic economy, the manager said.
Passenger car sales in China fell 10.3 percent on the year in November, the third monthly fall last year and setting the stage for a possible double-digit decline in 2009. [ID:nSHA314290]
"The winter is always a good time for lead. This year, the main issue is lower supply," a lead trader in Shanghai said.
Xinling Refining in Lingbao city in Henan province shut its sole 100,000-tonne-a-year lead plant in early December because of low prices, a company director said.
"Another two smelters of the same size like us in the city closed a month earlier than us," he said, adding the firm would not resume production until mid-February because of tight supplies of concentrate.
Smelter officials said supply of lead concentrate had fallen as mines in northern provinces closed operations in the winter.
In the southwestern China's Yunnan province, small lead mines have also cut production on safety checks by local authorities.
The Yunnan government plans to support local lead smelters by offering to buy up to 150,000 tonnes of lead it will use to collateralise bank loans this year.
The plan is expected to hold up lead stocks for a year and to cut supply to the spot market in China.
Chihong Zinc (600497.SS), which produced about 90,000 tonnes of lead last year and has been invited to sell the metal to the Yunnan government under the plan, has not decided whether it will participate, a company official said.
"We were verbally told about the plan but have not received a document," she said.
She added Chihong would not hold up any metal for the Yunnan government's buying plan before it made the decision. ($1=6.83 yuan) (Editing by Clarence Fernandez)
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Adobe Systems Incorporated, founded by former Xerox researchers Chuck Geschke and John Warnock in San Jose, CA, celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. The mission of these men�to bring text and images from a computer and have them reproduce perfectly in print�has been met through many innovations. The company employs over 6,000 people globally and 2006 revenue was $2.757 billion.
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I met George Popovich of Carolina Whitetail Outfitters in January 2008 at the Yankee Sportsman's Classic in Essex, Vermont. He had a little booth set up with a dry-erase board that read: Three Day Hunt, Three deer, $1,000.
The sign really caught my attention, and after talking with George, it seemed like a great deal. Unfortunately, I'd already booked a hunt for black bear in Maine for September that year, but I told George I'd stay in touch.
The bear hunt turned out to be a waste of time and money, and it definitely made me skeptical of guide services.
I returned to the Sportsman's Classic the next year and met with George again. He was sitting in about the same place with same sign. His prices had increased a little, but they still seemed reasonable.
After my bad experience with the bear hunt, I started thinking if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. But, I took a brochure from George to do a little more research before committing.
He had 10 or 15 references on the back of his brochure, and one happened to be from my wife's hometown, and it was from someone she knew.
My wife introduced us, and he had nothing but good things to say about his experience. He said he'd definitely go back. He actually carried a picture of the 9-pointer he'd taken on his hunt in his wallet, as if it was one of his kids. I was sold.
In November 2010, I turned the big 3-0. What better present for myself than a whitetail hunt? Once again, I met George at the show, only this time I booked a hunt.
That November, my buddy Dave and I arrived at camp to find a very nice three-bedroom, two-bath doublewide home set up to accommodate eight hunters per week. That week, it was full.
There's no hunting in North Carolina on Sundays, so hunters and guides spent the evening getting to know each other. The guides went over the rules for North Carolina and their camp, both of which were very easy to follow.
Day One
On Monday, I was awakened at 4 a.m. by a knock on the door. The smell of pancakes, sausage and hot coffee filled the air. After a quick breakfast, it was time to load into the trucks.
My guide, Dale, dropped off Dave and me at our stands and told us he'd be back for us later. I waited anxiously, wondering what daylight would bring.
Shortly after daybreak, the distinct crack of a rifle broke the silence. Okay, I thought. That's a good sign. There are deer here and they're moving.
A couple more shots rang out that morning, then 10 a.m. rolled around and Dale came to pick me up.
"Well?" he said from inside the warm Suburban.
Nothing, I told him. The look on his face said it all. "I was sure you would've gotten a shot opportunity by 6:30 or 7."
"It's okay," I said. "It's only the first day."
We made our way from stand to stand, picking up the other guys. They'd seen lots of deer but none were taken. We returned to camp for a nice lunch and exchanged stories before the afternoon hunt.
At 2:30 p.m. we returned to the stands for an evening watch. Darkness came, and once again, no deer for me.
Day Two
Dale placed us all in the same stands as Day One. Once again, shortly after daybreak the sound of a rifle broke the silence. My hopes rose again, and I waited anxiously.
Just before 10 a.m. I heard a commotion in the woods from behind me. It was a doe and a fawn running wide open. I had no shot opportunity, but at least I'd finally seen deer.
About 11 a.m., Dale arrived. The shot I'd heard had hit its mark. A guy named Norm had gotten a nice 8-pointer, and it was loaded on the back of the Suburban.
Back at the lodge, the guides took care of Norm's deer while the rest of us had lunch, then we returned to our stands.
Dale decided to change our stands for the evening's hunt, and I was placed in a large oak tree overlooking a food plot. I heard shots all around from the other hunters, and I knew the deer were moving.
About 30 minutes before sunset, two button bucks stepped into the food plot and stayed until dark, but no shooters showed up. Dale picked me up and we went to get the rest of the guys. Norm scored again, with a nice doe and, back at camp, a guy named Lou was showing off his nice 8-pointer.
Day Three
My last morning's hunt arrived with winds blowing between 30 and 40 mph. A wild thunderstorm had come through during the night, so I wasn't very optimistic.
Dale changed my stand location to get me out of the wind. He took me to a path and told me the stand was about 200 yards down the trail. The path was clearly marked and very easy to follow. I was in my stand about half an hour before sunrise.
Soon after sunup, I heard a shot and my optimism rose. I could see I'd have very good shot opportunities in the hardwoods ahead, up to 100 yards.
At 7:10 a.m., I heard a stick snap to my left and slightly behind me. At first glance, it appeared to be a large-bodied doe in the thick brush.
It walked toward the back of my stand, keeping its head in the branches, so I couldn't tell if it was a buck or a doe.
I spotted an opening between two trees and readied my gun. Just as the deer's head entered the opening, I saw it was a buck, but couldn't tell how big it was.
I bleated to get it to stop in the opening. It stopped on a dime with just its neck and shoulders in the opening. It was definitely a shooter. Not wanting to miss my opportunity, I placed the crosshairs on its neck and squeezed the trigger.
Its front end dropped, and then it plowed through the leaves out of sight.
I climbed down from my stand and walked over to where it had stood. The leaves were torn up but there was no blood or hair to be found.
I was using a .300 WSM, Model 70 Winchester, so I figured there should definitely be sign of a hit somewhere.
I could tell the direction the deer had taken by the leaves that had been disrupted. I followed the trial about 10 yards, still finding no sign. Standing in the trail with my head bent in disgust, I wondered how I could've missed the shot.
Then I glanced to my right and there it was, only 20 yards away!
In 14 years of hunting, I'd yet to get a deer worthy to put on my wall. Seeing its antlers as it was lying there, I could tell instantly this was the one.
It turned out to be a typical 8-pointer with a 16 1/2-inch inside spread and a nice, tall rack.
I took this buck on the last day of the hunt and the day before my 30th birthday. Happy Birthday to me!
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