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The voluntary fleet grounding at Avantair apparently is continuing into its sixth day. Avantair told AIN earlier this week that it stood down its entire fleet of about 60 Piaggio Avantis on Saturday to conduct safety checks. According to sources, the action was prompted by a July 28 incident in which an Avantair Avanti shed an elevator in flight. On Tuesday, Avantair reported that 40 of its aircraft were back in service, but data from flight-tracking website FlightAware shows that none of the company's aircraft are in the air today, suggesting the entire fleet is again grounded. Avantair was not available for comment at press time.
Don (not verified)
October 25, 2012 - 4:40pm
They told me last night at 11pm when they cancelled my flight for this morning that the entire fleet was grounded for 5 to 7 more days. Doesn't sound promising and as an owner I can tell you that there has been zero communication from Avantair, and if it wasn't for my cancelled flight today I still probably wouldn't know anything was wrong at Avantair. I am very frustrated with how this has been handled. Those of us who paid a lot of money for our shares and pay monthly management fees to them deserve some answers. Don
Pilot (not verified)
October 27, 2012 - 3:37pm
Don, I am sorry you have been treated this way by Avantair. They have had the same indifference toward their pilots, who are a great group of professionals. Yesterday afternoon (Friday 10/26) we all received emails telling us we are no longer employed. A website called airlinepilotcentral has forums where some pilots are able to communicate. This was posted by another Avantair pilot and may give some insight into the conditions we were flying under. I wholeheatedly agree with his assessment. The condition of the aircraft and maintenance is deplorable with pressure from management to fly in unsafe situations. Recently, I have contantly worried it was only a matter of time before a tradgedy was to occur with loss of life. Most pilots have been looking for other employment for the past few months because of the unsafe and terrible working conditions for them at Avantair. Management only seems to care about padding their own pockets. Here is a quote from one of the pilots on airlinepilotcentral:
"Not surprised a bit about the maintenance. They've always had bad maintenance. Most of the pilots there don't know it. I've spent enough time in the shop and dealing with the maintenance side of the house to have seen it, though. I've personally seen falsification of maintenance paperwork on numerous occasions at Avantair, as well as pressure to fly unairworthy aircraft. Improper repairs. A gear door that was falling off. Two occasions of lightening strikes and electrical discharges in which the crew was ordered to fly the aircraft (and refused)...on one of those occasions the Chief Pilot came out and flew it instead. The engines had to be removed and torn down, the propellers needed overhaul, the airframe needed degaussed, and holes were burned through the airframe all over.
"I once picked up one of their airplanes from maintenance, flew it on a short leg, and landed with sixteen major squawks. The company accused me of performing "shirt-pocket maintenance." I asked what that meant, and I was told I'd obviously been flying the airplane for a week, and hiding all the squawks. When I pointed out that I picked up the airplane at one maintenance base (after completing an inspection and being released as airworthy) and flew it on one leg to another maintenance base, where I grounded the airplane. They tried to make the paperwork disappear.
"I found one of electrical tape hiding an annunciator that was illuminated full time, with a bogus MEL sign off. The FAA got hold of that one, threatened to yank the company 135 certificate. The mechanic who signed it off got fired, and the base closed. The Director of Operations quit (reportedly had a nervous breakdown), and the Director of Maintenance, who wasn't qualified, was replaced.
"I was threatened with termination twice for "flying through thunderstorms" that resulted in "lightening strikes," although neither time did we go near a storm. Turns out that the company had the airplane repainted and didn't bother bonding the control surfaces, nor were the discharge wicks bonded to the airframe. Same airframe both times. The company blamed me...I didn't find out about it until later, when talking with someone in maintenance.
"I was in the shop one day when the police arrived to take away one of the senior mechanics, in handcuffs.
"We had an airplane get so hot due to a bleed leak that the passenger, a wealthy owner, took off his clothes and lay on the floor to escape the heat. All of his christmas gifts melted. I grounded the airplane. The company demanded I fly it. That happened twice.
"When I went through FSI, the instructor asked if anyone in the class had experienced any emergencies. Every person replied yes, and we took a list of what we'd collectively experienced...every emergency and abnormal in the book, just in that small group, in a one year period. I had an engine failure, rapid depressurization, gear failure, brake failures, total electrical failures, and a host of other issues.
"I was fired for trying to bring a union on the property...and I didn't know anything about the union...didn't find out about it until later, when Santo himself offered me my job back...and instructed me to make sure everyone knew it had nothing to do with the union. First time I'd heard about a union. They fired four people, me one of them, over that...and got the wrong people. They were so hot to trot over it that they fabricated a list of seventeen false charges (my favorite was that I'd "bent a flap in half over a GPU"--didn't happen, like all the charges). Complete fabrications. it's the way they operate, though.
"Their training bond, offered after people had already quit their other jobs and were in class for initial...very poor form. Eighteen grand and not even a type rating?
"Refused a flight once due to level 5 thunderstorms in a wide meso complex and squall, and received threatening calls from the Chief Pilot every 15 minutes thereafter pressuring me to take the flight, demanding I prove why I didn't, etc.
"Called once after being debriefed by the last crew to fly the airplane, to enquire about the squawk: brakes failed and an unreliable engine, and a prop that wouldn't feather. The response was the Director of Operations on the line, saying "we don't need people like you flying the airplane." He called back the previous crew, one of them who was on his way out of the country to get married, and demanded that he fly the airplane to a maintenance base. I was told to ride in back and let the previous pilot fly the airplane single pilot. That sort of treatment wasn't unusual.
"We lost an engine leaving Greenville, after a total loss of oil pressure. We notified ATC that we were returning. ATC made a declaration of emergency for us, without our request, and rolled the rescue trucks. I was admonished by the company for rolling the trucks and told not to do it again.
"During training in the airplane, while IMC, on an approach, the check airman shut off the generator on one engine then failed the other engine, leaving us without power. V1 cuts in a Part 23 airplane, direction to use full reverse in a crosswind on one engine following a single-engine approach, and other gems were viewed multiple times during training.
"On more than a few occasions I turned in squawk lists and made photocopies. When the airplane was released from maintenance, I compared the paperwork and found it doctored.
"Just the tip of the iceberg. The Piaggio was a fun airplane to fly, and I met some great guys out on the line, but I wasn't at all impressed with the "dispatchers" and schedulers, and wasn't one bit impressed with the maintenance.
"I saw engines pulled off the airframe and laid on the floor (no stand), crushing oil tubes. I participated in the shop in inspections, and was told I didn't need maintenance publications, and was dressed-down for requesting to see the microfiche or mx pubs on a disc. I requested a torque wrench, and was told I didn't need one; I was told to use a "calibrated elbow," and that since I would fly the aircraft, I ought to use whatever torque I felt comfortable using "because it's your butt."
"When handed a 100 hour kit once, with all the seals, filters, and o-rings for one engine, I was told to perform the inspections on the left engine. I laid each seal in it's wrapping out, and finally obtained an illustrated parts catalog for the engine. I checked off each seal, and wrote on the wrapper it's application. Then as each seal was removed from the airplane, I matched it against the new one, and lined it up along the table; one off, one on, each accounted, each verified by part number and comparison. I was told they'd never seen that done.
"I saw tool boxes full of tools piled in each drawer. No shadowing of boxes. No tool accountability. I didn't see calibrated tools, and I didn't see very good tools, either.
"I'm sorry for those who have been furloughed, and I hope they find something quickly. I'm not at all surprised that Avantair has found themselves in this position. It's a shame, too, because there's no reason why the aircraft can't be better maintained and better managed. The Piaggios are actually quite fragile aircraft...small wiring, lots of wires ganged into single terminal ends, far more splices in wire runs than allowed in US produced aircraft, no antiskid, etc...the aircraft need more maintenance than they've had in the past, and the FAA has come calling more than once before. I know...they've called me for details when I got stuck with the company's failings or falsification.
"Hopefully Avantair will get their act together and fulfill their obligation to the clients and to the employees as soon as possible."
Joe Fly Guy (not verified)
October 28, 2012 - 8:03pm
I think this post by a former pilot named Kyle. He was a real trouble maker. He was always trying to do things that would make others look bad and himself look good. Ultimately, he tried to organize a union and when he was unsuccessful he was "injured" on the job. So anything that he says really should be taken with a grain of salt as he certainly has an axe to grind.
andy (not verified)
October 29, 2012 - 1:22am
I work at a different fractional and see Avantair crews everywhere I go. How you guys haven't killed anybody yet is amazing. I have personally overheard your pilots on the phone being threatened with termination for not wanting to fly an aircraft with a total screen failure after coming back to an emergency landing at TEB in 1 mile and 400 ovc! I've talked to one of Avantair crews that clicked the autopilot off on an ILS, just to find it took both pilots to break the yoke free, apparently frozen elevator cables from a leaking lav toilet! And it was the second time that day they had it happen. The First Officer was refusing to fly it again and the Captain was throwing him under the bus on his phone convo with your CP! I was in APA- a group of your passengers were there and had been waiting for over 3 hours for the inbound aircraft. When it arrived, the captain totally ignored them for over 45 min utes. Finally one of them approached him to ask about their 4 hour delay and when they could expect to arrive at their destination. The Captain look haggard and disheveled. He told them that the air conditioning is not working in the Piaggio, and it would be very hot in the cabin. He also said that they had been flying it like that for the last 3 days and were waiting until they passed thru a maintenance facility to write it up! At that point I had been on the way out to my aircraft to get it fueled- we were parked next to the Piaggio. I spoke with the FO. He complained to me at length about how Avantair management had threatened to fire them if they wrote it up before they got it to Camarillo in 2 more days!! These guys looked like hell. Shirts soaked thru. Collars undone and ties off. Exhausted. They had obviously been in one serious oven of an airplane.
These are just a few of the incidents that come to mind. There are plenty more. You guys have no business flying aircraft in these horrible UNSAFE conditions. You endanger the entire industry. And you slam this guy for being a touble-maker, a "mal-content"? You should have slammed him for NOT BLOWING THE WHISTLE SOONER!!! You should be slamming the entire management team for threatening pilots that are just trying to stay alive or not get violated! You should be outraged at the spineless pilots who tow the company line and do nothing to make that place safe to work! You should be wondering who is getting paid off and how much!! YOU ARE THE PROBLEM!!!!!
AVANTAIR PILOT (not verified)
October 29, 2012 - 2:50am
You are absolutely correct. The situations that you describe were common. There are SO MANY examples of unbelievably horrible situations encountered by Avantair pilots. And there were constant rumblings from management about writing up airplanes and immense pressure to fly with threats of being fired for refusal. It was a completely unsafe opertation and only a matter of time before something tragic happened.
AAIR insider (not verified)
October 25, 2012 - 4:41pm
With the stock price in the toilet, it is only time before the company which hasn't posted a profit ever, the company will be gone.
AAIR outsider (not verified)
October 25, 2012 - 7:24pm
Thank god have I left this sinking ship on my own terms.
Stock at an ALL-TIME-LOW. Take your shares and run if you still have some. Better 28 cents a share than *ZERO once the company goes belly up.
Good luck to the rest of you, as you will need it.
Donald Norris (not verified)
October 26, 2012 - 12:49am
I have only recently been using Avantair but the flights I have taken have been flawless. The pilots were very professional,courteous, and experienced. I look forward to my next trip. Don
Laid Off Avanta... (not verified)
October 27, 2012 - 4:24pm
Mr. Norris,
You are one of the lucky few. As pilots, there was rarely a day that we did not experience maintenance issues on the aircraft, yet were pressured to fly by management. Some lost their jobs for failure to give in to the pressure and grounded planes for maintenance (as required by the FAA regulations). If a Captain made the decision to divert due to safety issues, his phone would begin to ring as soon as he landed, receiving multiple threatening calls from management - from the Chief Pilot to the Director of Opertations. Owners were lied to about reasons for aircraft delay, usually blaming it on the pilots when in fact it was that the aircraft was in maintenance and the mechanics were pressured to push them out without performing the necessary work. This is why the FAA is finally investigating and hopefully they are going over the maintenance records (and likely catching falsifications.)
Pilots were scheduled to fly 14 hour days while carrying passengers under Part 135 regulations and another 1-2 hours to reposition the aircraft for the next day, with Avantair classifying the repositioning flights under Part 91 regulations. If passenger flights were scheduled beyond the 14 hour duty day, Avantair management would tell the pilots that the "owner" is not paying for the flight, therefore classifying it a Part 91 flight, as well. This is not what the FAA intended when Part 91 was enacted. It does not protect the paying passenger. However, if you wanted to keep your job, you flew the flight. Note that Avantair is owned by Steve Santo, who is an attorney.
15-16 hour duty days are exhausting and only 10 hours was scheduled for "rest", which included travel to the hotel, flight planning for the next day, finding a meal, etc. So most pilots only got 5-6 hours sleep a night while on duty for a week or more. Pilots work a week at a time, so fatigue is the norm. The flights were also scheduled back to back throughout the day, with very little time between flights. This resulted in extreme pressure to drop off passengers, get your paperwork in order, fuel, inspection, etc. and get off the ground. As a result, it is impossible to do anything thoroughly, including pre/post flight inspections by the crew. This likely explains why the First Officer did not notice the left elevator was missing from the tail on the San Diego to Henderson, NV flight back in July. The Captain, who has a baby on the way, was fired as a result of the First Officer's oversight. The aircraft had just come out of maintenance in Camarillo, CA when the elevator was found on the runway in Camarillo.
I'm glad that your experience with Avantair was a good one. The pilots are a great group of people and really do their best to make the passengers happy. Unfortunately, the passengers have no way of knowing what is really going on behind the scenes.
MizPilotWife (not verified)
October 26, 2012 - 12:20am
All I know is that all the pilots who were at training to do their line checks were sent home before they did their check rides...........
Piaggio Pilot (not verified)
October 26, 2012 - 1:11am
There are 2 ex-Avantair pilots based in Colorado who left Avantair for obvious reasons. We would be more than happy to speak with any Colorado based owners who might be looking for an experienced Piaggio crew. Please contact me at the e-mail address below if you are interested. (Please expect us to be bashed by current Avantiar employees. They are understandably bitter and we don't blame them.)
Edge15Buyer (not verified)
January 21, 2013 - 9:52pm
I'm considering buying a 15-hour Edge card; I love the Avanti II, can't afford one myself, but after considerable research (not just here), am a bit concerned overall about Avantair's current situation. I would be happy to hear a recap of your experience there and your recommendations for where my flight dollars would be best spent this year. Thanks!
Piaggio Pilot (not verified)
October 26, 2012 - 10:34am
I didn't realize the e-mail address was an issue. I saw an Avantair pilot's wife offer the same thing to prospective owners out of Vegas so I assumed it was a good idea. :)
Craig (not verified)
October 27, 2012 - 4:59pm
While it is true that the FAA did not mandate the grounding, it was likely in the works. The FAA has had their radar on Avantair for some time now. Likely similar to the situation one faces when losing a government job: You can resign or be fired.
Avantair "voluntarily" grounded their fleet. That sounds so much better to the paying customers. Unfortunately, those customers don't know about all of the maintenance issues and safety concerns that have never been disclosed to the public. Now that the pilots have lost their jobs, (...ahem...I mean they have been furloughed...wink*wink*) the truth is coming out. Although for those who are governed by the furlogh, what they can legally disclose is limited. The pilots were reminded by Steve Santo in his "Dear John" letter to them that they are on unpaid furlogh, which according to company policy means they can not communicate or respond to inquiries of any kind from owners, etc.
To be clear, I am not currently employed by Avantair so am not held to the legalities of their "policies".
Piaggiodriver (not verified)
October 26, 2012 - 8:24am
Day 2 of a fleet wide grounding and no information sent to the pilots! Hopefully they will start communicating with their employees soon.....
Geo (not verified)
October 26, 2012 - 8:32am
Having former FAA official Nick Sabatini inboard is a serious mistake. He was seriously compromised in the Eclipse fiasco when the FAA awarded a Type Certificate and then a Production Certificate before FAA career employees involved felt the company was ready. Marion Blakely was also implicated.
The only thought is that he may still have enough connections within the FAA to prevent the certificate from being pulled.
John H Logan (not verified)
October 26, 2012 - 1:53pm
This is why putting money into a program can be a risk. Sometimes a broker is the best way to go..I use Jet Partners, they take use of the fleets of many different companies so if one is grounded or has problems they just go to another.
Mr. Wagner (not verified)
October 27, 2012 - 11:14am
I have been with Avantair for 6 yrs. Overall I have been very pleased with the service I receive. The aircraft is very comfortable and does the job I need it to do. I am having a difficult time right now with out their services but I, for one, look forward to the new improved product. I will stick with he program because I have been treated well for 6 yrs. I'm not saying there has been no bumps in the road but you will hit those with Netjets too. It will just cost you double...
Craig (not verified)
October 27, 2012 - 4:43pm
I takes A LOT for the FAA to call for investigation of the entire fleet. There is a very real possibility that Avantair will lose its certificate to fly and will fold. The safety issues coupled with the dire financial situation points to the company going out of business. Steve Santo talks a good game, but it is B.S. Sorry to say that, but it is true.
All of the pilots were notified yesterday by email that they have lost their jobs. This, after Avantair recently cut their pay and benefits. Keep in mind, a first officer only earned $35,000 a year before the reduction. Avantair's financial situation was disclosed to a few prior to the cuts. Shortly after, top management (Kevin Beitzel) quit and those who saw the financials said that it would be a miracle if the company made it through the end of 2012. This had nothing to do with the maintenance issues (ie. the elevator falling off the tail of one aircraft three months ago). But Steve Santo is blaming their situation on that incident.
There are several other safety issues not released that led to the FAA's investigation. Just prior to the layoff, the pilots were organizing a union drive to protect them from the abuse and unsafe work environment imposed on them. If they chose not to comply, they lost their job. In this economy, that is a difficult prospect. Employees are now coming forward with the truth and the final nail is in the coffin.
Dedicated Avant... (not verified)
October 28, 2012 - 9:55am
It's horrible to see that the negatives of this event for sure. However the pilots writing all these things on line is ridiculous. We are all personally responsible for our own actions. As a technician I don't do anything unsafe or illegal and as a pilot you shouldn't either. That's your move, if you chose to fly it your certificate should be revoked! If the plane is unsafe don't fly it!!! Just like the pilot that flew without the elevator, he failed to notice it missing on his walk around. Who does that reflect upon? All illegal and wrongful activities are done on a personal decision and in which case you shouldn't do it, especially if you're uncomfortable that's why we have the FAA. The company is working hard right now to exceed their safety standards and come back running hard. The furlo is unfortunate however what is required at this time to get the company back up and running.
AVANTAIR PILOT (not verified)
October 29, 2012 - 8:34pm
@ Dedicated Avantair Employee - You need a reality check! Management is all about smoke and mirrors with the owners and abusing the aircraft and pilots. The operation is a joke. You say you are a technician...You don't know about the pressure put on pilots to fly at all costs, including unsafe conditions and with non-MELable items. If they don't comply, they lose their job. Good luck finding another job as a pilot in the current economy. So basically, it's a choice between cowtowing to management and the chief pilot or lose your home, face bankruptcy, etc. The company says it is working hard to exceed their safety standards...that's not saying much as the operation wasn't at all safe in the first place. The truth is that the Piaggo is not built to fly as a commuter and the fleet is literally falling apart. The company doesn't have the money to keep the planed fixed, so they are robbing parts from older aircraft. Maintenance items are written up, commonly signed off by mechanics and not fixed. The FAA will find this over and over again in the maintenance logs. I can't believe you are buying the B.S. they are feeding you.
ARapetti & CJones (not verified)
October 29, 2012 - 2:20pm
Bring me back and my Flying Red Ferrari P180.
Bottom line owners. You should be looking into the P180 you have shares in and seeing if Avantair took parts from a older P180 and put it in your newer one because they didn't want to order new parts for it.
In the back hanger (at PIE) they have 3-4 older P180s that they have taken parts off of. I would bet your investment will take a large hit once you start looking into this.
maybe they should go to the Elementary Etiquette Society and take a Corporate Etiquette and Ethics Class in PBI :)
Mark humphreys (not verified)
October 30, 2012 - 8:05am
I have a question for everyone, I just bought a Avanti, based now in KADS Dallas it has gone through thorough checks by Stevens Avaition, now we are putting new avionics in the plane including some Garmin Glass. My questions are;
1. Will this mean extensive availability of pilots?
2. I'm concerned if Avantair is put in bankruptcy will that put 60 p180 on the block devastating my current p180 value?
3. Is this a real opportunity for me to lease my plane out more now since avantiair is grounded. We added part 135 to my plane
Any comments are appreciated.
Geo (not verified)
October 30, 2012 - 10:38am
Who is paying for the Garmin installation?
If it were my airplane, and I had confidence in Stevens, I would tell them to stop all work and for them to ensure that no one touches the airplane until the mess gets straightened out. I would also tell them to safeguard the logbooks and all records in a secure place and to not let ANYONE have access to them or the aircraft in the absence of you and your independent aviation professional. That ESPECIALLY goes for Rick Sabatini, the retired FAA mandarin hired by Avantair to make the problem go away.
It also goes for current FAA employees. If they had been doing their jobs you would not be in this position.
Steve (not verified)
October 30, 2012 - 2:25pm
Seriously, Mark?
Answers to your questions:
1. Duh! What do you think?
2. Is this a question or a comment?
3. DuH! What do you think?
Your questions and concerns display your ignorance. Don't buy any plane, you are too stupid to own one.


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I had searched for a periodontist around the Beverly Hills area for a long time and one of my very good friends recommended Mahnaz. I did not search for her online or anything, instead I just relied on my friend`s word and I was not dissapointed.I have a serious problem with my gums and needed attention quickly and Dr. Rashti helped to explain the whole situation from beginning to end and made me feel extremely comfortable. I think a lot of people sometimes are looking for great qualities, but I think the best quality is the ability to make one feel comfortable and not scared.I got my gum work done and had to also recieve implants due to damage done. Again, I was treated well and would recommend her to my friends which I have already. Honestly, I was not too worried about the finances, but everything else panned out perfectly. Definitely would go back!
Dr. Rashti basically saved my smile! Because of my condition, I have been looking for a periodontist to get me some implants to restore my mouth`s health and it has been an upward grind. I have gone through so many phone calls and meetings and finally decided to use Dr. Rashti because of all the reviews and a few referrals. Thank goodness my friends know what they`re talking about, because this periodontist was top notch! She took care of me like she really cared and I felt that I was her friend as opposed to just another number customer. I had my implants done and even afterwards Dr. Rashti continued to care for me and get me checkups to see how I was doing. Definitely one of the best in Beverly Hills! Make sure you check her out and you will see what I am talking about! Highly recommend to anyone out there! I highly highly recommend this doctor if you ever have problems.. Gum and dental surgery is very painful and has to be done right and you wont be disappointed there... thank you again for everything you guys did!!
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Get an overview of this hotelHotel in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea with private beach and outdoor pool
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Located in the heart of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, this hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Anglins Fishing Pier and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Funky Buddha Brewery. Hugh Taylor Birch State Park and Bonnet House Museum and Gardens are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Hotel Features
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and tour/ticket assistance.
Room Amenities
All 24 rooms provide conveniences like refrigerators and microwaves, plus free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Safes, ironing boards, and desks are among the other amenities that guests will find.
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- Good location
- Proximity to shopping
- Beach
- Pool
- Helpful staff
- Clean guestrooms
- Guestroom size
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This Lauderdale-by-the-Sea hotel has its very own private beach. Horizon By The Sea Inn features an outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This Lauderdale-by-the-Sea hotel also offers multilingual staff, a garden, and a picnic area. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Horizon By The Sea Inn is a smoke-free property.
- Total number of rooms - 24
- Number of floors - 2
- Dry cleaning/laundry service
- Express check-in
- Express check-out
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free WiFi
- Pool umbrellas
- Laundry facilities
- Multilingual staff
- Parking (limited spaces)
- Garden
- Terrace
- Picnic area
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Free self parking
- Private beach nearby
- Smoke-free property
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Outdoor pool
Family Friendly Amenities
- Family Hotel
- Outdoor pool
- Free Wi-Fi
- Laundry facilities
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Free self parking, Parking (limited spaces)
Room Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Daily housekeeping
- Shower/tub combination
- Iron/ironing board
- In-room safe
- Desk
- Cable TV service
- Flat-panel TV
- Free WiFi
- Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
- Connecting/adjoining rooms available
- Rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Nearby Things to Do
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
- Golfing nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Scooter/moped rentals nearby
- Skydiving nearby
- Golf lessons available nearby
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them at check-out when you book your room.
- Accessible bathroom
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Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Minimum check-in age is 21
Check-in time ends at 10 PM
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Check-out time is 11 AM
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Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Kids stay free! Children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
- Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20.00 per night.
- Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 10.00 per night.
- Pets not allowed
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
- Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 25 years old.
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
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- Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 10.00 per night
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 20.00 per night
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- Horizon Sea Inn Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
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Children 5 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.


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The 2017 Kia Forte has been significantly refreshed for the new model year to remain competitive in the hot compact sedan market. Wider and longer but not taller, the Forte now takes a sleeker, more aggressive stance, and styling touches such as revamped headlights and taillights, a sloping beltline and Kia?s ?tiger nose? grille lend a European touch to a car from a Korean automaker that is made in Mexico.
In addition to a revamped look, the 2017 Forte gets a new, more fuel-efficient 2.0-liter base engine, a new transmission, an updated infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a host of available safety and driver assist technologies. There?s also a sporty new S trim level with firmer suspension, 16-inch alloy wheels, and a number of extra comfort and convenience features.
The Forte ups the ante for compact car interiors with sporty design, surprisingly good quality materials, room for real adults in both the front and back, well-placed controls and a generous amount of cargo room. Higher trim levels even include luxury touches such as heated leather seats, a heated steering wheel and dual-zone automatic climate control. And an available navigation system, drive mode system (with Normal, Eco and Sport modes), and the latest infotainment and connectivity functions should help engage technophiles.
The base 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine is rated at 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque and is available with either a six-speed manual transmission or a newly engineered six-speed automatic transmission. Power for the top-of-the-line EX model is provided by a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 164 horsepower and 151 lb-ft of torque and only comes mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.
Although not class-leading in acceleration or handling, the Forte performs capably on the road. The suspension is tuned on the firm side — especially in the new S model — but most buyers will likely find the ride to be comfy enough. The redesigned six-speed automatic transmission provides smooth, progressive shifts, but shoppers in the market for something a bit more sporty may be disappointed that a manual gearbox and the higher-output engine are not available in the S.
Fuel economy for the entry-level 2017 Forte equipped with the base engine and automatic transmission is EPA rated at a combined 32 mpg (29 city/38 highway). Move up to the EX model and the rating drops to a combined 28 mpg (25 city/33 highway).
The base Forte LX is equipped to compete well with its compact sedan rivals, and its emphasis on technology features is sure to strike a chord with many shoppers. The S trim level provides a firmer ride, as well as a number of sporty interior and exterior touches, while the EX adds a slew of luxury and convenience features. Consumers in the market for a hatchback or coupe will also find Forte models to suit them. Whatever your preferences, let Edmunds help you find the right 2017 Kia Forte to meet your needs.
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Political veteran State Senator Toby Ann Stavisky welcomed in a new generation of local leadership when she and first-time candidate Ron Kim celebrated their general election wins of Senate District 16 and Assembly District 40, respectively.
Stavisky, the first woman from Queens to be elected to the State Senate, defeated Republican opponent J.D. Kim with 76 percent of the vote and garnered 40,355 votes according to unofficial results, retaining her seat in Senate District 16 for what will be her seventh term.
"I'm always nervous," said Stavisky before the results poured in on Tuesday, November 6. "And I think that's a good thing because you can't take voters for granted. Every election is different and I'm optimistic but the voters have spoken."
Celebrating alongside Kim, who swept a victory from Philip Gim with 67 percent of the vote, Stavisky applauded the political newcomer's "remarkable job" and indicated his key to success as continuing along his current trajectory.
"It's very difficult when you run for office for the first time but [Kim] instinctively knew what to do, he knew what positions to take — it's a lot different when you're a candidate. It's one thing to study political science and be familiar with the issues and it's quite different when you're a candidate."
Kim, who was endorsed by Assemblymember Grace Meng, whose seat he will be taking, outraised Gim by a more than 2 to 1 margin.
During Kim's victory speech, he thanked his staff, volunteers and family. Kim named New York City Comptroller John Liu as his "mentor" and "advisor," saying that had it not been for Liu, he would have not won this election.
"When an elected official makes an endorsement it's usually a photo op and a piece of advice," said Kim. "But John was there every single night — he was so dedicated. I learned so much about what it is to run a campaign the right way and do it the clean way and just pure hard work."
He then thanked Stavisky for her guidance, saying the Senator stood with him from the beginning of his campaign and their successes were the result of a combined effort.
"We ran as a team and we won as a team," said Kim.


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After a little more than five minutes had elapsed on the game clock for the Saturday matinee at St. Louis' Edward Jones Dome, Aaron Rodgers could take great comfort that this preseason already is turning out more encouraging than last year's.
Rodgers alluded early last week to the disappointment of not putting one touchdown on the scoreboard while he was on the field for a scant six series in three exhibition outings in 2013.
A week after head coach Mike McCarthy ensured his star quarterback would have another abbreviated preseason for game action by holding him out of the Aug. 9 loss at the Tennessee Titans, Rodgers ended the shutout streak in a hurry.
A three-yard touchdown dart to an open Randall Cobb in the back of the end zone with Rodgers on the move outside the pocket completed an impressive 12-play, 86-yard drive in the first possession of Green Bay's eventual 21-7 win over the Rams.
"The offense got off to a great start," McCarthy gushed.
What the Rodgers-led first-string offense couldn't do in 45 plays last August, it nearly accomplished twice in 23 snaps with its leader on a stadium field for the first time this preseason.
A diving 10-yard catch by Jordy Nelson across the goal line in Green Bay's second series was erased by an illegal-use-of-hands penalty on left tackle David Bakhtiari. The Packers had to settle for a field goal to take a 10-0 lead early in the second quarter before their hot-starting starting group called it an afternoon following another 12-play drive that chewed up 80 yards and five-plus minutes.
"We got the tempo up, went down the field and scored, and then came back down and had a good drive and put some more points on the board," Rodgers said. "The tempo was good, the efficiency was pretty good, and we stayed healthy for the most part."
Playing for the first time since the Packers were frozen out at home by the San Francisco 49ers in an NFC wild-card playoff game Jan. 5, Rodgers sizzled in the cozy dome atmosphere. He went 11-of-13 throwing for 128 yards and the touchdown with a superior passer rating of 133.3.
"I thought Aaron was excellent - just his decision-making, obviously ball accuracy, completion percentage. He did a heck of a job," said McCarthy, adding of the two opening drives, "It felt like we were in a pretty good tempo."
All the while in those 23 official plays, Rodgers had Green Bay in uptempo mode with its exclusive no-huddle attack. The Packers kept the same personnel on the field for the duration of the first possession with Eddie Lacy as the lone running back, rookie Richard Rodgers at tight end and a three-receiver set of Cobb, Nelson and Jarrett Boykin.
"It was good for us," Rodgers said. "I know that some of our guys were a little winded, myself included, at times in those two drives, but that's what you want. You want to get your wind up in the preseason, and I'm sure the Rams' players didn't mind it either because they were getting a good workout out there, too."
However, what little resistance St. Louis presented on defense at the outset without a full complement of starters had Rodgers tempering his excitement over the big chunk of production in limited work. The Rams played without the first-string trio of linebacker James Laurinaitis, cornerback Janoris Jenkins and defensive tackle Michael Brockers.
"They played very vanilla on defense," Rodgers assessed after not taking any hits of consequence. "They didn't bring any pressure really, other than maybe one snap when we were out there. ... Good for us to run some plays against another team, but it's preseason."
Perhaps the best news for Rodgers besides getting the first preseason touchdown out of the way right away was having Green Bay's preferred offense at full strength.
A year ago, injuries conspired to keep Rodgers from having one outing with Cobb, Nelson and then-rookie Lacy all on the field together for a preseason game.
On Saturday, Nelson and Lacy also made their belated 2014 exhibition debuts. Nelson missed the opener against the Titans because of a hamstring injury, while Lacy had the night off as part of the game plan this summer to preserve the workhorse for the impending regular season.
Lacy said he wouldn't play much against the Rams, and he was right. McCarthy went with Lacy for just the first series but rode him a lot by putting the football in his hands seven times during that 12-play touchdown excursion, including five carries for 25 yards.
"He's had a heck of a camp," McCarthy said of Lacy, who also had two catches for 22 yards. "Eddie's an improved football player from last year. I liked what he did (Saturday)."
The Packers may have only one more game for Rodgers and their top skilled guys to get tuned up for the big Sept. 4 prime-time opener at the reigning Super Bowl-champion Seattle Seahawks. As he did last year, McCarthy could decide to sit Rodgers and others for the preseason finale against the Kansas City Chiefs on Aug. 28.
That would leave the upcoming nationally televised game against the Oakland Raiders on Friday night at Lambeau Field as the final dress rehearsal for the seemingly in-sync offense going into the regular season.
Nelson, for one, came away with a favorable first impression leaving Edward Jones Dome early Saturday night.
"The targets (at the start) were move the ball," Nelson said. "Unfortunately, we were backed up both possessions, but we were able to get out of the hole, which is great. I think by being backed up we worked every aspect of the game besides two-minute, but hopefully we'll get that next week - we'll probably play a full half (Friday)."


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Grant Green is a male celebrity.
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The beauty and wonder of the natural world are celebrated in this gallery-wide annual Nature & Wildlife Exhibition at the St. Augustine Art Association. Top artists from near and far, whose original pieces are sold for the benefit of conservation efforts and art education, are drawn by the large prize purse. The exhibit includes images of wild animals, plants, landscapes, birds and marine life, represented in paintings, ceramics, sculpture, photography, drawings, collages, glass art, fiber works and more.
This juried exhibit runs July 23 through August 28 with the opening reception/awards party on July 23.
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Dear Dhamma friends
I am very excited to inform you about the successful launch of the crowdfunding campaign, Buddhist Life Stories of Australia (part of Research My World, a collaboration between Pozible and Deakin University, Australia)
You can support the campaign here:
The research team is extremely grateful to all who have offered advice and feedback in the development of this project. We are especially grateful to Venerable Ajahn Brahm, Venerable Thich Phuoc Tan, Venerable Chi Kwang, Venerable Robina Courtin, Venerable Bhante Sujato, Kim Hollow (President of the Federation of Australian Buddhist Councils), and Laura Chan (President of Dharma Drum Mountain, Melbourne chapter), who have all kindly contributed to the video.
As you can see in the video, the research team only worked with a basic, minimal script — it is the generous support of Buddhist leaders that have made it such a touching and moving video. And this is what excites us the most about this project: that it is a collaborative process between the research team and the broader Buddhist community, an opportunity for us (who are practicing Buddhists) to perform an act of service to the community.
We envision this present project as the modest first step of a larger, long-term program that will allow us to document more life stories, not only of ordained members of the Sangha but also the lay community. Buddhism in Australia is diverse, vibrant, and multicultural – all sorts of flowers of different shapes and colours. We are so blessed and grateful to be part of this with you.
Please help us spread the word about this campaign. And please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any queries or if you wish to explore ways to actively publicise the campaign at your location. We would be most grateful for your assistance.
You can stay updated about the campaign via Facebook and Twitter
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With utmost gratitude and metta
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Sweet Pea is an owner surrender. She is a very sweet girl who we are estimating to be a senior kitty. Sweet Pea would be happiest in a quieter home where she can be the center of attention.
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All adult cats are spayed/neutered, are up-to-date on shots, combo tested negative (unless otherwise noted), and microchipped before going to their new homes.
All kittens younger than 6 months have received at least their 1st distemper vaccine, been combo tested, and microchipped before going home. 2nd distemper vaccine will be administered during the required home visit. Rabies vaccine and spay/neuter will be scheduled through the clinic of our choice at 6 months (fee is included in adoption fee).
All kitties have been dewormed, are up to date on shots, and have tested negative for FELV and FIV. All kitties require a home where they will never be declawed or allowed to go outside.
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DRF Players Podcast, August 4, 2015
American Pharoah's impressive win in the Haskell is discussed in depth, as well as Beholder in the Clement L. Hirsch, Texas Red in the Jim Dandy, and recaps of other top stakes races from the weekend. Pete and Mike are joined today by special guest, Eric Wing.
The DRF Players' Podcast covers the top stories in horse racing, from the player's perspective. Join hosts Matt Bernier and Peter Thomas Fornatale, along with Mike Hogan, as they discuss recent races, upcoming races, top tournaments, wagering strategy, and maybe even give out a winner or two.
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It happens during coaching changes, one of the aspects of the business.
The outgoing coach assembles a recruiting class but the incoming coach has other players in mind. Butch Jones left Cincinnati for Tennessee and when Tommy Tuberville replaced Jones, he wanted to bring recruits with him, especially at quarterback.
That left Massillon (Ohio) native Kyle Kempt high and dry. Most quarterbacks are done with recruiting well before National Signing Day and Kempt was no exception — he picked the Bearcats nearly a year ago. This late in the recruiting cycle, there are few scholarships left for quarterbacks at BCS schools. So if the school you're committed to has a coaching change, it can leave a recruit like Kempt with few options.
This weekend, Kempt might have found an even better home than Cincinnati. Oregon State was nationally ranked in the 2012 season and in the Pac-12, a better conference than the Big East. Kempt got his last-second offer and committed on the spot.
Wanna thank God through all this, I'm keeping the orange and black and committing to Oregon State! Go Beavs!— Kyle Kempt (@KyleKempt) Jan. 27, 2013
Before picking Cincinnati, Kempt had offers from Indiana, Ole Miss, Tennessee, West Virginia, Toledo and Bowling Green — but many of those options dried up months ago after he picked the Bearcats.
Kempt broke down his strengths to Sporting News in an interview given last year.
"There are a couple common things colleges are impressed with when they break down my film," Kempt told Sporting News. "They like that I have a strong arm, make good decisions with the football, I'm accurate with my throws and I have a good pocket presence … Being a student of the game, studying film constantly, that's a strength. I'm going to hurt defenses through the air with accuracy and smart decision making."
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Nebraskas (Wild) Game Department is like a neighbor who doesnt fix fence, allows their livestock to eat your feed, never pays damages and dances all the way to the bank.
Currently, we have the highest numbers of deer and turkeys I have ever seen. We used to make a little money raising turkeys for meat in the 1930s, now wild turkeys come right into the yard, along with deer, eat apples and flowers for free, and we can only hunt a few of them in season.
We cannot keep a flower garden around the yard; the deer come right in and eat the flowers.
Too many times, weve seen turkeys eat newly-seeded alfalfa in fields, yet we are offered nothing for the damage from the Nebraska (Wild) Game and Parks Department.
Steady strings of deer graze on alfalfa. Its not unsual to see 30-40 at one time. At night you might find 100 or so out grazing. Every pound they put on costs us as much as $2 in lost feed and income from our cattle.
The U.S. Constitution says the government cannot take private property without paying for it. The game departments do not follow the Constitution.
Now, a state constitutional amendment is proposed that would make hunting and fishing as basic rights, thereby limiting the Unicamerals ability to make laws regarding hunting.
Hunters need regulations
I have had gunshots on my land from reckless hunters. It is no fun to work in the country around reckless hunters. There should be a law preventing underage hunters from hunting, but there isnt.
A gunshot can be lethal a mile and a half away, but an auto accident can happen 1,000 feet from you without you hardly knowing it. Nevertheless, there are no limits on the ages of hunters, only on drivers.
Things like these are legislative issues.
Out of balance
This year, the numbers of cattle and hogs being cut back due to drought, but while feed supplies are short, wildlifers still promote more wildlife. Wildlife are the weeds of the livestock industry. Wildlife and hunting are very contrary to agriculture. Animals and birds get in crops or run through fences and create many other problems that make food costs quite a bit higher. This is not 1900. It is 2012, with much faster vehicles and multimillions of dollars of equipment out here in the countryside.
Hunting is not the answer to controlling excessive numbers of wildlife.
Some people just do not realize that agriculture is an essential industry that produces the food that stocks the grocery stores.
Remember, when you are buying food, you are paying for big grill guards on vehicles and trucks, for wasted crops and dead wildlife along the roadside. You are paying for stray shot damages to valuable property, such as an unoccupied house near my place that had the siding ruined by shotgun shots. And, you are paying for wildlife managers who questionably manage, fostering wildlife while the drought reduces the number of meat animals and food prices get higher.
These so-called managers are not using sensible and practical means to control wildlife. Initially, they caught wildlife to bring them into our areas, and it is past time to catch the wildlife and remove them, so our roads are safer and the damages to farms and feed is less, which would also help relieve the food prices.
By Joe Estermann, Wallace
EDITORS NOTE: Deer are blamed for an Interstate-80 crash near Sidney at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 22. It happened right in front of a busload of North Platte High School volleyball players. A semi-truck hit the back end of a pickup that slowed suddenly to avoid deer on the highway. A North Platte coach said he saw about a dozen deer across the highway. The pickup and the semi-truck braked suddenly, and the pickup rolled several times, according to a report in the North Platte Telegraph.
Debris from the accident flew past the North Platte High School bus, but no one on the bus was injured, the Telegraph said.
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Hi Dhamma friends,
Recently I visited the site of Kapilavastu in Tilaurakot (Nepal). In the site there are many elephant images next to the very old Hindu shrine. The Hindu shrine worships three small standing stones. The elephant images are not Ganesha deity; they are just elephants as such, big and small. I presume they must be relevant to the Kapilavastu site and to the Hindu shrine. But, why are so many elephant images being worshiped there? Also, what do the three stones in the Hindu shrine symbolise?
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BURNLEY manager Sean Dyche described Danny Ings' absence as a "great opportunity" for someone else, after the Clarets' 2-1 win over Leeds United sent them 10 points clear in the automatic promotion places.
Ashley Barnes came in for his full debut after top scorer Ings was ruled out with ankle ligament damage.
The striker will seek further medical advice next week to establish the length of recovery required.
But Dyche has faith in his squad, and believes coming back from behind to beat Leeds showed their strength of character.
"It's a great opportunity for someone else, as you saw. The team has won again and we take great value in the group, which is the key thing.
"We just gave a soft goal away, and that can happen, but once again, there was that relentless mentality.
Yet again it shows the desire, the passion for what they do, that mentality I talk about.
"You have to do it day in, day out, because I'm a great believer you do things right on a daily basis because you don't then need to flick a switch, when the game comes round, you're ready.
"We just keep going, never beaten, and I saw that again in a performance that was ok, we can do better, but we still looked a threat and overall I felt we deserved it again."


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LAKELAND, Fla. -- Max Scherzer walked off the mound at Joker Marchant Stadium with two outs in the seventh inning, laughing with new manager Brad Ausmus about he wanted to face Braves catcher and ex-teammate Gerald Laird. As Scherzer walked toward the Tigers dugout, the crowd stood and cheered -- not just the fans in the first-base stands behind the dugout, but all over.
That's not particularly unusual, even in a Spring Training game. After four days in which Scherzer's contract situation has become public info -- scrutinized, defended and second-guessed -- it's not mundane. Thursday finished Scherzer's prep work for what could be his final season in Detroit, and the fans seemed to voice their appreciation.
"It was great," Scherzer said. "The fans care what we've done here in Spring Training. They come out to the park, they want to see us compete, see us win. Anytime I can go out and throw the ball well, I always realize I've got tons of fans behind me."
Scherzer is not taking public opinion on the reaction since contract talks ended until next offseason, but he is mindful of how it was perceived. To that effect, he said he met with team president/general manager Dave Dombrowski earlier this week to clear up some things about Sunday's announcement and the accompanying reaction.
"We talked about how things were handled," Scherzer said. "He said he regretted kind of how things went down, how things were depicted. He told me he wanted to make sure that he conveyed to fans that he was doing his job and could see how some things were putting me in a negative context. That's wasn't his intent, but that's just how it came across, and he apologized for that."
That extended to the later release of contract terms on the proposal.
"Obviously, he said he didn't release numbers," Scherzer said. "He said he didn't, but he was upset with whoever did within the organization. It's something we addressed and something we could move forward on."
Dombrowski later confirmed that they met.
"Sometimes things don't work out. That's a player's right," Dombrowski said. "But I think the world of Max and his wife Erica May. He's a wonderful person, and I'm very glad he's going to be taking the mound for us this season."
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HUSBAND and wife team Hadi and Dan Brooks are celebrating after their Old Town diner received an award from review website TripAdvisor honouring their customer service.
The couple, who opened The Café, in Devizes Road, 18 months ago, have been given a Certificate of Excellence, from the company which reviews hotels and restaurants across the world, because they consistently receive outstanding testimonials from their customers.
The Café, open seven days a week, is currently placed fourth on a list of 294 eateries across Swindon on TripAdvisor. It serves a selection of breakfasts, sandwiches and baguettes.
Hadi Brooks, 36, said: "Winning the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence is a true source of pride for the entire team at The Café and we'd like to thank all of our customers who took the time to complete a review. It is always nice to get recognition and it came completely out of the blue when we found out on Thursday. We do our very best to ensure our customers enjoy great service and food when they visit.
"I'd like to say a big thank you to our staff who constantly maintain a high standard and it shows that all my nagging is worthwhile."
TripAdvisor gives the certificate to businesses who maintain an overall rating of at least four out of five. The Café currently enjoys a five out of five rating.
"TripAdvisor is pleased to honour exceptional hospitality businesses for consistent excellence," said Marc Charron, TripAdvisor president for business.
"The Certificate of Excellence award gives top performing establishments around the world the recognition they deserve, based on feedback from those who matter most, their customers."
The Brooks, who have a three-year-old daughter Grace, set up the eaterie following the success of their neighbouring ice cream parlour Rays which they opened three years ago.
Hadi, who lives in Old Town, said: "I was a marketing manager and Dan was a teacher so it was a complete stab in the dark when we opened Rays. It worked but we realised an ice cream parlour probably wasn't going to be enough to support the family so we opened the Café and we are really proud of them both."
Across the two businesses the Brooks have eight staff and watched with sadness as fellow Old Town cafe Cakes and Ale, closed after less than a year in business, last month. The owners David and Marya Marriott said they were 'killed by taxes' despite enjoying good custom.
Hadi said: "It is really tough to balance all the numbers, especially when you're just starting out, and I feel for them as it really isn't easy."


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After presenting you the leather masks from the upcoming Givenchy Spring/Summer 2011 Collection we take a further look into their accessories. In terms of wallets the brand will offer card cases, bi-fold wallets and small pouches, all coming in black leather with either metallic gold or metallic red accents.
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text: In Short: Feb. 29 - March 7, 2012 By Staff reports February 29, 2012 Story Share WWE tickets on saleWWE Smackdown comes to the Charleston Civic Center May 6 with a show featuring Sheamus, Randy Orton, The Big Show, Cody Rhodes, Hornswoggle and more. A pre-sale runs now through 10 p.m. Friday. Use the code "VIPER." General ticket sales begin at 10 a.m. Saturday. Tickets are $15-$60. Call 800-745-3000 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.Youth art showYoung @ Art, a youth art competition and silent auction, runs 6 to 8:30 p.m. Friday at the Tyler Mountain YMCA in Cross Lanes. Auction items include sports memorabilia, trips and themed baskets. Contact Cindy Cash at 304-776-3323 or email@example.com comedyBeginning today, the Guild Builders youth theater program will stage the musical "Kilroy Was Here!" at the Actors Guild of Parkersburg, 724 Market St. Performances are at 8 p.m. today, Friday and March 9 and 2:30 p.m. March 10-11.The show is a musical comedy set in a Brooklyn U.S.O. Club in 1942. Tickets are $7 for adults and seniors and $5 for students through college. Call 304-485-1300 or visit www.actorsguildonline.org.Symphony concertThe West Virginia Symphony performs Antonin Dvorák's Symphony No. 9 in E minor ("From the New World") and Anton Bruckner's Symphony No. 3 in D minor ("Wagner Symphony") in concerts at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Clay Center.The concert is preceded by Preludes, a conversation on the evening's music with Maestro Grant Cooper at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 to $62 for adults and $6 to $15 for students. Call 304-561-3570 or visit www.wvsymphony.org. Seuss-tacularFrom 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday celebrate Dr. Seuss at Taylor Books, 226 Capitol St. There will be free games, activities, a story time and treats inspired by his books. Enter to win a collection of his works. Call 304-342-1461 or visit www.taylorbooks.com.Doo Wop CavalcadeThe Doo Wop Cavalcade comes to Huntington's Keith Albee Theater at 8 p.m. Saturday. It features The Charlie Thomas Drifters, The Coasters, The Chiffons and Barbara Harris of The Toys. Tickets are $31 and $41 or $100 for VIP seats that include a pre-show artist meet-and-greet. Call 800-745-3000 or visit www.ticketmaster.com.'9 to 5' auditions Auditions for Huntington's 5th Avenue Theatre Company's production of "9 to 5 - The Musical" begin at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Jean Carlo Stephenson Auditorium at City Hall. Based on the film, the play has roles for ages 14 and above. Auditioners should have a 30-second song prepared and may bring a backing CD or music for an accompanist. They also will do cold reads from the script and have a movement audition. They should not wear sandals or open-toed shoes.Performance dates are May 4-6 and May 12-13. Call Eddie Harbert at 304-544-2831 or Maxine Loudermilk at 304-654-1471.Community Music concertElizabeth Von Trapp, granddaughter of Maria and Baron Von Trapp, performs in a Community Music Association concert at 3 p.m. Sunday at the Municipal Auditorium. Tickets are $35. Call 304-744-1400.Landau in Madison Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. will perform a benefit concert for the Boone County Community Foundation at 7:30 p.m. March 9 at the Madison Civic Center. Tickets are $35 or $40 in advance or $45 at the door, cash only. Call 304-369-0511.Guitar workshopOn March 9, fingerstyle guitarist Richard Gilewitz will host his GillaCamp guitar workshop at Gorby's Music, 214 Seventh Ave., South Charleston. Sessions are 55 minutes long at 11 a.m., noon, 5 and 6 p.m.The first is "The Fingerpicking Engine," teaching various components of fingerstyle guitar. The second and third are tune breakdowns studying Elizabeth Cotton's "Freight Train" and Davey Graham's "Anji," respectively. The fourth is "Exploration of Open D and Open G Tunings and Slide Guitar."Each session is $40. Register at Gorby's Music or online at www.gillacamp.com.Call 304-744-9452.Celtic concertCeltic singer Cathie Ryan performs at 7:30 p.m. March 10 at Nicholas County High School in Summersville. Tickets for the concert, presented by Ivy & Stone, are $12 for adults and $9 for students and seniors in advance and $3 more at the door. Call 304-872-4228 or email email@example.com Fair concertsFour concerts for the 2012 State Fair of West Virginia have been announced: They are country singer Trace Adkins on Aug. 10 (tickets $25-$32); gospel group the Gaither Vocal Band on Aug. 11 ($18-$25); rock star Bret Michaels on Aug. 14 ($19-$26); and teen pop singer Victoria Justice on Aug. 18 ($27-$32).Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. March 22. Prices do not include gate admission. For more information, visit www.statefairofwv.com. 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Josh Brolin
Josh Brolin is an actor who's best known for his roles in W., No Country for Old Men and American Gangster.
AppealAs a young adult, Josh Brolin married actress Alice Adair and, although their four-year marriage ended in divorce, they stayed on good enough terms to raise their two children together on the family ranch after the split. Josh Brolin was subsequently involved in two high-profile relationships -- the first was with actress Minnie Driver, which led to an engagement but no marriage, and the second was with Diane Lane, and the two have been married since 2004.
Part of Josh Brolin's magnetism toward the ladies comes from his wide range of interests and his knack for living on the wild side. An avid stock trader, surfer, writer, and car racer, Josh Brolin's luck almost ran out when he was thrown headlong from his motorcycle after a collision. It wasn't the first time that luck was on his side. As a child, he survived a mauling at the hands of a mountain lion.
SuccessJosh Brolin's immediate family is filled with fame, even if it's taken him a while to earn some of his own. His dad is actor James Brolin, his stepmother is the legendary singer-actress Barbra Streisand and his wife is Oscar-nominated actress Diane Lane. He has yet to hit the same famous heights that his family members enjoy, but he's made some notable strides of late.
After enjoying an early hit with The Goonies, Josh Brolin appeared on the series The Young Riders before re-emerging in late '90s/early 2000s films like the Ben Stiller comedy Flirting With Disaster and the Kevin Bacon sci-fi thriller Hollow Man. In 2007, his stock rose dramatically thanks to roles in Grindhouse: Planet Terror, American Gangster and an impressive turn in the Coen Brothers' No Country for Old Men, which won the Oscar for Best Picture. Josh Brolin further increased his fame by playing George W. Bush in Oliver Stone's W. and starring opposite Sean Penn in Milk.
Josh Brolin BiographyJoshua J. Brolin was born on February 12, 1968, in Templeton, California. As the son of actor James Brolin (famous for the TV series Marcus Welby, M.D. and Hotel), he was immediately surrounded by fame but was initially hoping to avoid acting altogether. In fact, Josh Brolin was arguably closer to his now-late mother, Jane Agee. After her passing, he wrote poetry about her.
Growing up, Josh Brolin refused to believe that he would end up in the acting world -- he felt it was too inconsistent and unreliable, but after he starred in a high school performance of A Streetcar Named Desire, he had a change of heart. Josh Brolin's first dip into the realm of professional acting came from a role as Sean Astin's iron-pumping brother in 1985's The Goonies. The film was one of the decade's most beloved films and, soon afterward, Josh Brolin was offered the lead role on a new TV series called 21 Jump Street. Unimpressed with the role, he turned it down in favor of another 1987 series, Private Eye. This decision proved costly, as Josh Brolin's series was canceled within a year and his role in 21 Jump Street went to future star Johnny Depp.
josh brolin stars in flirting with disaster and hollow manAfter starring alongside his dad in the 1989 TV movie Finish Line, Josh Brolin stayed in the television world and had greater success with another series, The Young Riders. Playing Wild Bill Hickok opposite Stephen Baldwin's Buffalo Bill, Josh Brolin stayed on the series until its cancellation in 1992.
Josh Brolin continued to work steadily through the '90s and returned to feature films. He costarred in a thriller (1994's The Road Killers) and a romantic comedy (1996's Bed of Roses, starring Christian Slater), but neither one set the box office on fire and it proved to be a more risqué comedy that brought Josh Brolin some much-needed attention. He accepted a role in the 1996 comedy Flirting with Disaster, which costarred Ben Stiller and Tea Leoni. His role was that of Tony Kent, an ATF agent who swings both ways and ends up licking Patricia Arquette's armpit in one of the film's most memorable scenes. Roles in Mimic with Mira Sorvino and The Mod Squad with Claire Danes quickly followed and, in 2000, Josh Brolin had third billing behind Elisabeth Shue and Kevin Bacon in the invisible man thriller Hollow Man.
josh brolin stars in no country for old men and w.After Hollow Man, Josh Brolin concentrated on feature film work and picked up additional roles in Woody Allen's Melinda and Melinda and the 2005 Jessica Alba/Paul Walker film Into the Blue.
2007 proved to be Josh Brolin's most successful year, as he appeared in no less than four films. First was a role as Marley Shelton's crazed husband in Planet Terror, the Robert Rodriguez-directed segment of Grindhouse. Afterward, he had a small role opposite Charlize Theron and Tommy Lee Jones in the Oscar-nominated drama In the Valley of Elah. Tommy Lee Jones would join Josh Brolin for another Oscar favorite, this one being the Coen Brothers' thriller No Country for Old Men. As the film's protagonist, Josh Brolin played a Vietnam Vet whose life goes off the rails when he recovers sizable loot in the aftermath of a botched drug deal. The film would later capture the Best Picture Oscar. Josh Brolin also starred in American Gangster with box-office heavyweights Russell Crowe and Denzel Washington.
In 2008, Josh Brolin played U.S. President George W. Bush in Oliver Stone's film W. Controversial for its election-timed release and its politically charged subject matter, the film earned mixed reviews, but the critics agreed that Josh Brolin's performance was nothing short of Oscar-worthy. He would carry this momentum into his next film, another politically ambitious effort, Milk, with Sean Penn. No longer trapped in the shadow of his famous family, Josh Brolin has emerged as a movie star and a gifted actor in his own right.
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48" Square Table Cover is rated out of 5 by 743.
Rated 5 out of 5 by SouthSanFranshopper from The fit was perfect I saw this good looking fitted table cover and I needed one to replace my unfitted vinyl cover, which used to slide around. I use this cover to protect my oak wood table. The size was excellent as a small oblong cover, and it fits perfectly. I love the white and aqua colors and the leaf pattern as well. It is not the same old tired patterns we always see. Occasionally I may need to take the linen tablecloth off of the table for working on various projects, and the pattern will be pleasing to the eye. .
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Rated 5 out of 5 by ReJoySing7 from Just what I wanted! What a wonderful thing! A tablecloth that is gathered and STAYS on the table. I bought one last year and use it outside on a table that sits in the sun. It weathers very well, but of course, it fades. The price is so great that I bought a new one this year so that there would be a new pop of color to our deck. I highly recommend this, it's really nice and is everything I had in mind. If it's used inside, I really think that it would last quite a while because it wouldn't fade. Great product!
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Rated 5 out of 5 by Busylady2 from Fitted tablecloth The tablecloth arrived very soon after I ordered it. It fits nicely on my table and there is extra room if I wanted to add a leaf to the table. I would like to order one of their extra heavy vinyl fitted tablecloths next!
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my round table is 36 inches - do you carry a fitted tablecloth in that size?
buy the size small. I did for a pedestal table and it worked out just fine
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Does it have a hole in the center for an umbrella?
I bought one last summer and it did have a hole in the center but can't tell in catalogue.
Bought a round one fall of 2016. Mine does not have a hole for an umbrella.
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The flannel backing on this table cloth is nice and thick. The quality is excellent.
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does the 48in. square tablecloth FIT a standard card table?
No. A standard card table is about 30 inches square. This would be much too big. We were hoping to use it to play cards on our 48" dining table, but while it technically fit, it was so wrinkled that it looked horrible. Hope this helps.
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Follow the Lines
A Crutchfield Camera Club Challenge
Ralph Graves is one of Crutchfield's blog editors, and part of the company's social media team. He writes about home audio/video gear, specializing in Apple-related and wireless technologies. Ralph holds a master's degree in music composition, and his works have been released on various labels. He's served as product manager for an independent classical and world music label, produced several recordings, and worked extensively in public broadcasting. Since 1984 he's hosted a weekly classical music program on WTJU, and is also active as a blogger and podcaster.
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Heads up!Welcome to this article from the Crutchfield archives. Have fun reading it, but be aware that the information may be outdated and links may be broken.
The current theme was titled "Follow the Lines." One of the ways a photographer can engage the viewer is to have lines that lead the eye to a specific part of the image. It can be to suggest a sense of motion, or to force the eye to halt as it moves across the photo.
But what exactly that term meant (and how best to photograph it) was something each member of the Crutchfield Camera Club had to decide individually. As you can see, even when lines are literally in the shot, they're not often used in the most obvious fashion.
Below are four of the images that the Club felt best fulfilled the assignment. What do you think? You can view the entire gallery at Follow the Lines.
Beach - Jim Ralston
Lines - J. Stoll
Road - Ralph Graves
Overlook - Ann Marrs
The Crutchfield Camera Club is made up of employees with varying degrees of photographic equipment and experience. Yet they all share the same passion for the art of photography.


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Here's another fun thing to jump into this weekend while you're out leaf-peeping: Floodstock VT, Music Made to Save a Town. You probably remember that our neighboring town, Wilmington Vermont was devastated by Hurricane Irene which wiped out most of the downtown businesses. Store owners lost everything and employees lost their livlihoods.
Can you imagine having your life change course like that in a matter of a couple hours? Flood insurance was simply not available to these businesses so now the hard-working people who made Wilmington such a charming place to visit have to figure out what to do. Few have the money to rebuild their store let alone re-stock their inventory.
Enter the good people who have created Floodstock-VT 2011, this weekend's 2-day music festival hosting eight bands from three states. They will perform at multiple venues in the village of Wilmington, VT with 100% of the proceeds generated at every event to be distributed directly to businesses who can and want to re-open. Every person involved in bringing you Floodstock, and every venue, is volunteering and working without compensation. You can donate or buy tickets online. More info on concert schedule here. Hope to see you there!
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