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Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
July 26, 2009, 01:03:01 PM »
First and foremost, let me start off by saying that most police do not know the actual written law they are trying to enforce. That is the main reason we see so many instances of police crossing the line and committing acts of violence against an informed citizenry. Police are ingrained with an "I'm the only one who is right mentality." and this is just reinforced by the current republican talk radio hosts who say we should "Do whatever an officer tells you!".
In the following, I am going to provide a step by step guide detailing everything from your first encounter to the time the officer either gives up in disgrace and leaves you alone or takes you to jail and you file your lawsuit. So without further a due, here we go.
1. Traffic Stops- When you are pulled over by a police officer there are many things the officer should do to ensure that it is a legal stop. First, the officer should greet you and explain why he/she has made the stop. This is a rare circumstance these days as the first question most commonly encountered is "Do you have your gun in the vehicle?" (If you have a ccw permit) or "License, registration, and proof of insurance!" If you are asked the first question, I suggest you answer honestly to avoid being ordered out of the vehicle at gun point. I know that it is completely unconstitutional but the fact is that the police have been conditioned to think that you are the enemy. Traffic stops are categorized as either unknown risk or high risk. There is no such thing as a low risk stop anymore. I have said it before and I will say it again, If you are harassed for obeying the law (having a ccw permit) contact both the NRA and a civil rights attorney. I for one have never asked this question of a motorist unless they have committed an arrest-able offense. It would seem that an officer should be more concerned with someone who does not obey the law but thanks to FEMA, that is not the case.
If you are asked/ordered the second question/command, politely ask the officer why you have been pulled over. If they persist, explain to them that the law states that an officer must tell you the reason for the stop in order for the stop to be legal. If the officer still persists, ask him/her to contact a supervisor/watch commander. If he/she refuses, inform the officer that you are calling 911. Whatever you do, do not get an attitude with the officer. It seems that lately they are looking for any excuse they can get to pull you out of the car.
In my department, and every other department in the country, the initial contact with a suspect has to be a legal one. Otherwise, every action afterwards is illegal up to and including the arrest. In my state, there is no law requiring a motorist to provide proof of insurance unless they have been charged with a moving violation or been involved in a traffic accident. It is jst assumed that when the officer demands it, you should provide it. This one makes the officers blood boil but if you're feeling froggy.....Hand the officer your license and registration but don't hand him/her your insurance card. When the officer asks/demands it again, ask if you are being charged with a violation and explain what the law says. I have seen arrests and lawsuits result from this very scenario. The motorist wins every time because the officer was ignorant to the letter of the law.
Find your states' code online and especially learn the traffic codes. If you ever encounter the police, it will most likely be because of a traffic violation. Remember this as well...Traffic citations are not issued for public safety. They are a revenue generating tool for both the city and the officer. The department manual states that Traffic citations should be a continuous and consistent effort and should effect the offender in such a way that they will not commit the offense again. All department will actively deny that they have a ticket quota even though it is expected that an officer should write about 170 citations per month. I know some officers who play this game very well and make upwards of an extra $20,000 per year just from sitting in traffic court getting overtime pay. The average citation in the country is $150 on the low end. Add up the average of 170 per month per officer and you can easily see why the department encourages an officer to make that overtime pay.
2. Vehicle searches- As soon as an officer pulls you over, he/she has initiated a stop. The supreme court has ruled that once a stop has been initiated, the motorist is not free to leave until the officer says so or tells you that you are not going to be charged with anything. This is where searches come into play. An officer can not search your vehicle without a warrant, plain and simple. There are exceptions to this though. If an officer has reasonable suspicion meaning that he/she has an honest belief due to evidence before him/her that you have or are in the process of committing a crime, then they may search your vehicle because in court this is just as good as a warrant. So, don't keep an open beer in your lap and don't leave your joint/blunt/bag laying out in the open. If you are going to smoke pot in your car, make sure you smoke it all and don't leave any trace of it in the vehicle. An officer can not search your car because he/she smells pot. He/she can run a dog around the outside of the vehicle though and for some unGodly reason, if the dog smell pot, the officer can search.
Lets assume that these circumstances don't apply and you are doing everything legal though. An officer can not under any circumstances search your vehicle without your consent. In order to obtain your consent, the supreme court has ruled that the officer has made it clear that you are free to go. A nice little trick they use is to say, I'm not going to write a citation for this and just issue a verbal warning. Do you mind if I search your vehicle? or some similar wording. Just politely say no. At this point, you are free to go and there is no way in hell the officer can get a warrant or even bring out a dog. He/she will always try to say that if you have nothing to hide then you wouldn't object but the fact of the matter is he/she knows they aren't getting in your car without your say-so.
3. Always be polite- An officer is looking for any excuse they can use to say you are combative. This is because an officer can use your attitude as a probable cause for an investigative detention. They will handcuff and search your person which is unfortunately legal. They will then try to get your consent to search the vehicle and again you should always refuse consent. This is another mind trick. When they put handcuffs on you , they will not tell you that you are under arrest. They do this in hopes that you will resist at which time they can charge you with something. The federal government pays subsidies of around $150 per day for city and county jails to house inmates. How much do you think they pay for that bologna sandwich they feed you while you're locked up? This is another incentive to make as many arrests as possible. The city/county will always try to arrest you for any reason they can find. The officer gets overtime pay for appearing in court too so they may be more inclined to make arrests as well. Also, once a jail is filled to capacity, the city/county qualifies for more government money to either expand the jail or build a larger one. The cards are stacked against you.
4. Your Home is Your Castle- A police officer may never enter your home without your consent or without a warrant. (Federal agents are a different animal all together. They can sneak and peek without a warrant which is a blatant violation of the fourth amendment. You can thank the patriot act for hat one.) The only time an officer may enter your home without a warrant is if there was a 911 call from your residence. This goes back to the three types of officer contact. They are voluntary, investigative detention, and arrest. Once you or someone in your home calls 911, you have initiated a voluntary contact with police and implied your consent for an officer to enter your home. If the police ever come to your door for a noise complaint or any other reason for that matter, do not allow them in for any reason. Also, never step outside. If they ask you to, politely refuse. Once you are outside of your doorway, you are considered in the public domain at which time, they can prevent you from going back inside and find a reason to arrest you. If an officer ever forces their way into your house, inform them that you will sue them for violating your fourth amendment rights whether they leave immediately or not.
5. You Don't Have to Answer Questions- Contrary to popular belief, it is of no concern to police where you are coming from, where you are going, if you are alone in your house, or any other invasive question they may ask. Anything you say to police can be used against you. They will trick you into ling to them. This gives them probable cause for a search, investigative detention, etc.. If an officer gives you attitude for not answering questions, tell them you will not violate your own 1st, 4th, and 5th amendment rights. If they threaten to arrest you for interfering with an investigation or failing to comply with an investigation, ask them who and what are being investigated. The simple fact is that they are investigating you. That is why they are there in the first place. They will most likely leave if they know what they are doing because if they tell you that you are the subject of the investigation then they just confirmed your stance on not violating your rights.
6. Keep Notes- Always make a not of the officer's name, badge number, car number, license plate number, date and time of the contact, and any other pertinent information. I suggest getting a digital audio recorder or one of those pocket video cameras that look like an ink pen. There are times when you will encounter an ignorant officer who believes everything they learned in the Homeland Security seminar. If you try to assert your rights, they will violate them and incarcerate you. Every detail and piece of evidence you can retain will better prove your case and in the end you will receive a much larger settlement than someone who plays the race card or has no evidence but the dashcam.
I hope this helps and if anyone has any questions just post them here and I will answer all I can.
Keep up the good fight.
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Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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July 26, 2009, 01:57:17 PM »
Ignorance of the law is an excuse for no one. Even the police. If the police don't know the "policies" they are enforcing they shouldn't be enforcing them. They do not understand that you handing over your "drivers license" makes you a party to the statues. It would be much easier to teach the "policy enforcers" of the statutes than teach the entire population of the scheme. If it doesn't happen we are only going to see more and more roadside confrontations likely leading to deadly ends.
If the Supreme Court has ruled on a number of occasions that you DO NOT have to have a "drivers license" to travel on the roads in your personal conveyance then why should one have to present one just because a guy with a badge asks?
I will be going this route from here on out along with some other additions.
I've already done it once. I got out of my car locked the door and told the officer to take me straight to the judge before they even got a word out. I'm not afraid to go to jail and I will go to jail every day for as long as it takes until these cops and judges get it or admit it. If enough people do it it will eventually become too costly and time consuming for them and they will be forced to change their ways.
If a judge is not on duty they better find one because the Supreme Court has also ruled that the courts are open 24/7.
If the people were to ever find out what we have done, we would be chased down the streets and lynched. - George H.W. Bush
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Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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July 26, 2009, 02:03:10 PM »
Also watch the "Don't Talk To Cops" series at YouTube, in which a law professor explains how talking to the cops can get you convicted of a crime, no matter whether you are guilty or innocent, lying or telling the truth.
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Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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July 26, 2009, 02:09:43 PM »
they get free money Aka from us, so it cost them nothing but to put more tax's on us... Its only cist us cause we cant print and borrow money like they can...
Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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July 26, 2009, 02:18:03 PM »
How do you bypass the "failure to comply with a lawful order" charge officers now use when you refuse to answer questions or thier (unlawful) commands? This seems to be the new tactic employed which allows an officer to arrest you for anything you resist them on.
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Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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July 26, 2009, 02:19:30 PM »
I appreciate the effort you put into writing this guide.
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July 26, 2009, 02:41:16 PM »
Just one more thing about this to put it into perspective.
A number of years ago I worked at a corporate run upscale restaurant as a waiter. For a number of years before I worked for privately owned upscale restaurants. For all of those years my style had always been to of course be polite and to adapt to the customer and situation at hand. Generally starting of with a simple Hello, how is everyone today? The response would give you a good idea of their mood and how you should proceed. Skip forward to the corporate run restaurant. They had a script you were suppose to follow. Welcome to Blah, Blah, my name is blah can I get you some blah. Even had "shoppers" that would come in to make sure you were following the script completely. Even though I had worked for this place for about 6 months I just couldn't get out of my routine of adaptation and turn myself into the corporate robot. Well long story short I was suspended until I came back as the robot. I never returned.
Moral of the story the cops are trained as corporate robots and not to adapt.
If the people were to ever find out what we have done, we would be chased down the streets and lynched. - George H.W. Bush
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Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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July 26, 2009, 03:11:21 PM »
Always be polite- An officer is looking for any excuse they can use to say you are combative.
If the professor up in Cambridge had kept this one idea in mind he would not have been arrested. Of course, he wouldn't be getting invited to the White House for a beer either!!!
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Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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July 26, 2009, 10:03:58 PM »
Quote from: Jeffro on July 26, 2009, 02:18:03 PM
How do you bypass the "failure to comply with a lawful order" charge officers now use when you refuse to answer questions or thier (unlawful) commands? This seems to be the new tactic employed which allows an officer to arrest you for anything you resist them on.
It is a bullshit charge. You don't have to answer any questions period! If they arrest you, press charges against the officer for unlawful arrest and sue their asses off.
Quote from: LoreOnTerror on July 26, 2009, 01:57:17 PM
Ignorance of the law is an excuse for no one. Even the police. If the police don't know the "policies" they are enforcing they shouldn't be enforcing them.
"Moral of the story the cops are trained as corporate robots and not to adapt."
I may have put that wrong in my original post. It is not that hey don't know the law, it is how they are taught to enforce it in the first place. You have to understand that most people will take what a police officer says at face value and they count on that to entrap you. The corporate robot theory is spot on as well.
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July 26, 2009, 10:20:51 PM »
Outstanding thread!
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Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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July 26, 2009, 10:28:45 PM »
stop_the_cop.mp3 - 15.62MB
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Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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July 28, 2009, 10:55:20 PM »
This is a good one too:
Busted! The citizen's guide to surviving police encounters:
Great thread!
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Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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July 29, 2009, 09:17:26 AM »
Quote from: Infoninja on July 28, 2009, 10:55:20 PM
This is a good one too:
Busted! The citizen's guide to surviving police encounters:
Great thread!
Thanks...There is also one called Never get busted again by Barry Cooper.
There was an infowars story about him a while back when he entrapped the Austin police into raiding a house that was growing Christmas trees. It was great.
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Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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August 01, 2009, 07:20:28 AM »
Bump for later - thanks Patriot0420.
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Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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August 08, 2009, 07:07:12 PM »
Quote from: Patriot0420 on July 29, 2009, 09:17:26 AM
Thanks...There is also one called Never get busted again by Barry Cooper.
There was an infowars story about him a while back when he entrapped the Austin police into raiding a house that was growing Christmas trees. It was great.
That was pretty funny, but serious too!
"He who passively accepts evil is as much involved in it as he who helps to perpetrate it. He who accepts evil without protesting against it is really cooperating with it." Martin Luther King, Jr.
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Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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June 21, 2012, 09:38:54 PM »
Great thread. My concern has always been (as a woman almost always driving alone) that if I give police permission to search my car, they could plant something. They would have to, in order to pin something on me, because I don't drink & drive, I don't do drugs, & I don't have anything illegal in my car (or my home, for that matter). Knowing that I'm a law-abiding citizen (I even drive like a grandma) is not enough, because I won't know the officer(s) doing the search. They could be good people who wouldn't do anything sneaky or illegal, or they could be bad people. But I WOULDN'T KNOW WHICH. If there's even a slim possibility that they're bad people, I would have to be insane or stupid to give them permission to search my car without a warrant. I don't understand why people allow that. Google "police planting evidence". It's alarming.
Also, I have a question. After hearing about so many women being targeted by rapists & murderers posing as cops, I'm thinking that if for some reason I see blue lights behind me, I would want to stop only in a high-traffic area, or maybe even the nearest police station, just to be sure I'm safe, & that's really a policeman. Assuming (hoping) it's a real policeman, how would I accomplish this without making him go postal on me?
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Re: Patriots Guide to Police Encounters
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June 22, 2012, 10:42:30 AM »
This is how I always deal with being pulled over:
Step 1: Initiate the Conversation by saying "How are you doing, Sir."
- This little trick interjects their plan when which they were considering, while they were coming to your car window.
By calling them Sir, they know that you are of 'gentleman' caliber, and not the average walmart flouride dummy, or thug kid.
Step 2: Never admit to any crime
- They may ask you, 'do you know why I pulled you over' or 'do you know how fast you were going?' in which case you answer should be
"not any faster then any of the other cars, etc, ..I cannot admit to violating any laws" They may rebuttle you with " I clocked you at 75 in a 65"
in which case again,you repeat "i'm sorry Sir, but I can't admit to breaking any laws".
Once a cop saw me talking on my cellphone. She says I saw you talking on your cellphone, to which I say "i'm sorry ma'am, but I cannot admit to committing any crime or violating any law..." she says "But I saw you - what were you doing with your phone up to your ear?" to which I say "Ma'am, I cannot confirm what you've seen, however I can tell you that I cannot admit to breaking or violating any laws."
Step 3: Searches. Always say "not without a warrant or probable cause". Now here lays a variable, a very important one: Some cops, depending on where you live will kick ass and ask questions later - that is, they will red / blue light pull you over, open your car door, yank you out, walk you to their patrol car, throw you in the back seat, go to your car and search it, and then come back and ask you for License, Registration, Insurance, ask you about guns or drugs, and if all is on the up, you are free to go. If they find something after all, they already have you in the back of their car. This tactic is notoriously used by Los Angeles County Sheriffs. Not much you can do in this situation but continue to be a gentleman, unless you truely are guilty, in which case you can use a public defender, you know, the same guy who works for the same entity the DA works for...... ya......
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New BMW 1Series M Coupe for 2012 Model Year
Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos
You can see the video of the M1 here.
BMW has released video of the production-ready M1. Its bulgy, brash aggressive front end and wider stance certainly give it the look of an M3 Junior. When details are released, we are expecting about 340 horsepower and a typically great six-speed manual transmission from BMW.

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Renovations to the Cherokee County Senior Center's main facility on Univeter Road are substantially complete, giving the center an additional 2,000 square feet of space.
The renovations started late last year, and Director Nathan Brandon said the remodeling was a project sorely needed by the center.
"I anticipate they'll be really impressed with what we've been able to accomplish," he said, referring to the center's clientele.
The department is waiting on its certificate of occupancy to move back into the building, which Brandon said he expects to get next week.
The county used $750,000 in Community Development Block Grant funding and funded the rest with Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax funds.
Operations at the Senior Center had to relocate to the Mimms Boys & Girls Club and the Cherokee Area Transportation System offices during the
The Meals on Wheels operations used space at First Baptist Church of Canton.
The space was needed at the Senior Center because its program has expanded exponentially, the director said.
The expansion includes a larger dining room, a dedicated space that can be used for activities and larger kitchen space to accommodate both the congregate program and Meals on Wheels.
The renovations also allow for a volunteer staging area for the Meals on Wheels Program and a conference room that can be used for the program's drivers.
"In the renovation, we were able to reclaim some areas that had been taken for administration," Brandon said.
The center was originally about 6,000 square feet.
Brandon added the center will keep the areas of case management, information and assistance and the administrative offices for home delivered meals at the CATS location.
Each year, Meals on Wheels delivers 50,000 meals and its congregate program attracts between 25 and 55 people each day.
Senior services has 16 people on staff, which includes 11 full-time and five part-time employees.
There are between nine and 12 volunteers who every day deliver meals as part of the Meals on Wheels program.
County Commissioner Jim Hubbard, who is actively involved in Senior Center activities, said he's also excited to see the finished product.
He noted the larger space will allow for smoother operations for the center.
"The architect had really done his homework and was planning the renovations for not just the building, but also for the traffic flow," he added.


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The benefits of plastic lumber – besides saving trees and recycling used jugs – is that it is more durable than wood, especially when used outdoors. This means that By the Yard's furniture and accessories will not splinter, crack or peel and will never need to be painted or re-sealed.
By the Yard offers over 130 styles of furniture in 9 earth tone colors. They will also work with customers to create custom furniture in the off season.
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By the Yard Inc. is the premier manufacturer of maintenance-free outdoor patio furniture and accessories from recycled plastic milk jugs. They offer over 130 different designs in nine great earthtone colors to ensure a style and design that will be comfortable and functional for all your needs.


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day 3 of the LGBT blogathon
Back when I was a wee nerd (as opposed to an ye olde nerd) in high school, I used to read a lot of horror. I also read a lot of gay porn. This was a by-product of a little bit of terror and wide-eyed curiosity.
Even though I figured out that I was bi by sophomore year in high school, I was still extremely uncomfortable with sexuality in general. I have, at periodic points in my life, considered that perhaps I was actually asexual, though bi-romantic.
By my early 20s, sexuality had simmered down to something that was only vaguely uncomfortable, kind of boring, and mostly discomfiting. I didn't react well to people touching me, and I thought many sexual encounters felt disingenuous. I didn't understand the appeal of people secreting on each other.
Horror and sexuality have always met at a weird intersection, usually involving boobs and misogyny, which made it difficult for me to stomach. And yet, despite my misgivings about bodily fluids, I do love my decomposition and homoerotica. I don't question it, though maybe I should?
One author whom I was a big fan of was Poppy Z. Brite.
(Aside: Brite identifies as a transgendered man, so I will be referring to him with a male pronoun.)
I don't know if Brite's writing has aged well; maybe if I went back to read his stories, I'd hate them now that I'm no longer 15. But at the time, they were a revelation. Zombies and gay romance? What's there not to love? I do recall a bit of weird orientalism in one of his stories about a prostitute in Chinatown, but I could forgive it at the time.
Brite is big into New Orleans the way John Waters is big into Baltimore. I have a total soft spot for the South (though also a healthy dose of fear), so I appreciate his highlighting his own little eccentric corner of the U.S.
Though I generally prefer to read short fiction — and Brite does have some entertaining short fiction — Drawing Blood is what I think of when I think of Brite.
Set in the fictional town of Missing Mile, Drawing Blood is a gothic horror novel about comic book artist Trevor revisiting the site of a grisly murder-suicide that left him the sole survivor of his family. Part haunted house story, part murder-mystery, and part romance (featuring nerdy hacker Zachary), Drawing Blood was the perfect page-turner for mini-me who, at the time, was transitioning from the classics to Murakami and his obsession with sexy ears and women in pink suits.
Sci-fi, fantasy, and horror, it seems to me, make the perfect backdrops for exploring LGBT characters (not themes; I'll get to that in a moment). We have to be careful, of course, since those genres also tend to be exploitative — often featuring a Euro-centric view of the world with flairs of Orientalism and Magical Negroes running amok, not to mention a whole host of breathlessly unnamed cultural appropriations.
And yet, I think particularly in horror, despite all the super macho "this is my boomstick!" kind of attitude that some people have, there's great opportunity to play with LGBT characters in a way that we don't normally get to.
I feel that when writing about any kind of "Marginalized Topic" such as women's rights, minorities' rights, LGBT rights, we often get caught up and make it a Big Deal. When you're writing about a lesbian character in the real world, you have to discuss the usual relevant topics: When did she come out? What about the trials and tribulations of dating? When she walks down the street with her girlfriend, what corner stores does she avoid?
There's a time and place for literature exploring the real world issues we face, but sometimes you just want to read about a gay dude running from bloody ghosts. Sometimes you don't want it to be a Big Deal — you just want a good ol' fashioned horror movie, except that stereotypical shower scene isn't between the blonde cheerleader and the quarterback; it's between the quarterback and the tight end.
Anyway, if there's a gay character in a horror novel, why would the reader take the time to question his/her sexuality when there are zombies and elder gods to pay attention to?
Eventually, Brite began turning his attention to more realistic fiction; his most recent series of novels followed two characters, Rickey and G-man, as they open and run a restaurant in New Orleans. I admit to not having read these books, partly out of forgetfulness, and partly because I never had the time to pick them up.
There's also a part of me that just wants to think of monsters and romance when I think of Brite: a period of my life where the sultry air of Calcutta and the sound of zombies slowly shuffling at the bottom of a set of stairs are mingled with the love story of an angst-ridden artist and his gay lover as they deal with an inexplicably haunted house in a little town in North Carolina.


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Remember When, in Lassen County
120 years ago
The shearers have finished their work at McCoy Flat, and some 8,000 to 10,000 sheep have yielded up their fleece.
From Sept. 6 through Sept. 22 roundtrip tickets from Reno to Sacramento will be sold in Reno for $9.40, to encourage residents to attend the Sacramento Fair. The tickets will be void after Sept. 23.
120 years ago
On a recent trip down the river, Henry Cain caught 32 bullheads large enough to count and some that weren't. Cain is the champion.
Register Dixon and Walter Smith went out to Indian Creek and caught a big lot of trout. Dixon said he caught so many he got tired of counting. Sounds like an awfully old story for such a young fisherman!
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"The Life And Times Of Prophecy"
Ne-Yo Wins The Strongwriter Of The Year Award
posted by Garry "Prophecy" Sun on February 14, 2012
Not too many songwriters get proper recognition for all their work. If you knew how many different artists Ne-Yo has written for, and which songs… from Mario's "Let Me Love You" to Beyonce's "Irreplaceable", you would realize that this is really Ne-Yo's world of music. We're just listening to it.
And for those Ne-Yo fans who have been waiting, he said he's dropping the first single off his Fifth Studio Album in March, and the album will be released in June.
No more waiting for Mr. Strongwrite
Garry "Prophecy" Sun for SunOfHollywood.com
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text: As a woman who has conducted a very scientific research project into the inner psyche of sexually active blokes (i.e. has shagged around a bit) I say, with the sort of confidence normally reserved for Adele when she's telling Karl Lagerfeld to do one, that no man has ever seen me in a thong and then changed his mind about putting his willy inside of me. Never.


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MacBook Core 2 Duo Right Hinge Mount Replacement
- Author: iRobot
- Difficulty: Moderate
Connects the hinges to the case.
Tools (continued)
Relevant Parts
Edit Step 5 — Upper Case ¶
Remove the following 3 screws:
One 11 mm Phillips#00 in the middle of the case. (Head: 5mm dia. x .75mm thick)
Two 14.5 mm Phillips #00 (Head: 5mm dia. x .75mm thick)
If the screws stick in the case, you can use a magnetized screwdriver to draw them out.
The shorter of the three screws goes in the middle.
Edit Step 9 ¶
Remove the following 4 screws from the back of the computer:
The longer screws go on the inside, shorter screws on the outside.
Two 11 mm Phillips #00, with Shank (2.2mm dia. x 2 mm len.) (Head: 3.2 mm. dia. x .5mm thick)
Two 7.25 mm Phillips #00, with Shank (2mm dia. x 3.75 mm len.) (Head: 3.2 mm. dia. x .5mm thick)
Edit Step 11 ¶
There's a trackpad and keyboard ribbon connecting the upper case to the logic board, so don't pull the upper case off entirely just yet.
Starting near the display and working around to the front of the computer, pry up on the upper case. A plastic opening tool or a medium hard guitar pick may help you to do this.
The upper case is likely to stick at the connection above the optical drive. If this is the case, first free all other sides, then proceed to pull upward on the upper case from either side of the optical drive opening.
If you stand the base on end to get a better look you may displace the total of 4 grey plastic bits that hold the keyboard in place. Don't panic. They slide into slots at the top right-most edge near the CD drive.
Edit Step 12 ¶
While holding up the upper case, pull up the black tab of the silver cable away from its connector.
If there is no black tab, you can also use a spudger to gently pry the connector from its housing. This connector is tall, so be sure to pry straight up.
If you happen to break your upper case cable when removing the upper case, we stock the cable individually and we have a guide that makes replacing it easy.
Upon reassembly, there are 4 grey plastic clips on the optical drive side of the keyboard. They must be installed in their slots for the keyboard to snap in properly.


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Weird I put his name in google, with the event name, and found records immediately. Why are you still here trolling?
Are you going to search out questionable titles because your friend has a MABS thread?
Oh and it is Battle AT the Expo.Last edited by It is Fake; 8/18/2011 11:53am at .
The hood mentality is crippling disease, that attacks your nervous system. It makes you nervous of the system. Gangsters and hood rats are especially susceptible to this growth stunting mentality. The hood is where I'm from, but it's not what I am. The hood is where I'm from, but it's not what I am. --Keith David--Ice Cube
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Style: Arnis/Kenpo hybrid--Sorry for the necro, but I just saw this picture on the BS homepage.
I actually graduated from HS with Jim and did a year or so in the same MA program he got his first BB in (fudo-zen shorinji kempo). He went off to the USMC sometime after HS and now runs some schools in North Carolina from what I hear. I think the core of his stuff is still Kempo but he does some MMA/BJJ stuff as well. What his training/rank background in those arts are I do not know.
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Japan Family - Essence of the Orient
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Japan Family - Essence of the Orient
Trip code: FJP
Validity: 01 Oct 2012 to 31 Dec 2013
See the many contrasting sides of Japan, from its ancient cities and beautiful temples to the modern whirlwind of downtown Tokyo. Walk through mountain villages, cycle along forest trails and speed across the country on the famous bullet train. Learn about the simplicity of a monk's life with an overnight stay in a temple and enjoy the therapeutic benefits of natural thermal springs. Whether lucky enough to glimpse Japan's famous cherry blossom while away or not, the colourful Oriental culture of this fascinating land will dazzle the senses of adults and children alike.
Due to traveller feedback this itinerary has been significantly revised to make it much more child focused and to reduce the travel time between destinations. Please see the detailed 2014 itinerary for more information.
This trip is operated by our trusted local partners, The Adventure Company.
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Original trips are classic Intrepid adventures. With a mix of included activities and free time, they offer plenty of opportunities to explore at your own pace and take part in activities that really get beneath the skin of a destination. While the occasional meal may be included, you'll have the freedom to seek out your own culinary adventures. Accommodation is generally budget or tourist class (2-3 star), but you're as likely to find yourself as a guest of a local family as staying in a hotel or camping. Transport will vary as well. Depending on the destination and the itinerary you could find yourself travelling on anything from a camel to a train or a private safari vehicle. It's all part of the adventure! Original travellers have a desire to make the most of their travel time and really get to know a place, its people and cultures.
Family, Explorer
Days 1-2 Tokyo
Welcome to Tokyo
Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 7pm Day 1.
Make your way to your first nights accommodation and check in. You will meet your group leader and the rest of your family group at the welcome meeting. This evening, if you feel like it, you could head down to Ginza by subway to see the extraordinary display of neon (particularly the Sony building, which houses all the latest products – many of which won't reach the UK) at Tokyo's equivalent of Piccadilly Circus. You could also go to Roppongi Hills to see the world class Mori Art Museum, or the Tokyo City View observation deck – the city can be seen in all its glory from the 52nd floor of the tower.
On our first day we set out to explore the fascinating city of Tokyo setting off by subway and local bus for a flying tour of Tokyo's main sights. The fish market at Tsukiji is a fascinating, if a little smelly, place to start our tour. Then we will visit the Imperial Palace. Here we'll see the classic view of the Nijubashi (double bridge), the moat and part of the Palace buildings in the background. Then take a tour of the Honda showroom including a demonstration of a Asimo robot. Finally see the Asekusa Kannon Temple.
This evening is free. If you wish you can take the subway to sample some night-life in Shinjuku district, with its constant crowds, extraordinary modern architecture and bright lights - the epitome of modern city living.
Included Activities
Asakusa Kannon Temple
Tokyo - Tsukiji Fish Market
Honda Showroom
Imperial Palace Plaza
Shiba Park Hotel (2 nts)
Days 3-4 Hakone
Today we take a sightseeing tour of Tokyo by local train visiting Meiji Shrine and Harajuku area. This afternoon there is free time.
Later we depart for Hakone (taking with us overnight bags for just 2 nights - our main luggage will be transferred to Hiroshima and be waiting there for us). Using our rail pass and travelling first by local train, we'll then transfer to a JR (Japanese Railways) shinkansen - the so-called bullet train – taking us to Odawara. The total time of the journey will be 90 minutes. It's astonishingly easy to travel by train in Japan. Trains operate with metronomic precision, and the sight of a white-gloved guard, bowing to a carriage full of travellers, is something we'll never forget!
Our day's travel will end with an opportunity to bathe Japanese-style at your hotel's delightful Onsen (hot springs).
The following day we will do the so-called Hakone Circuit; we'll get a pass which allows us to travel by funicular railway, cable car, lake steamer and train to cover the area. There's something for everyone here: Hakone has an excellent open-air museum of modern sculpture, but one of the main attractions is the volcanic area of Owakudani, with its sulphur pools which emit foul-smelling, but supposedly beneficial, gases. Try one of the hard boiled eggs, which are turned black by the water, they are alleged to prolong your life. If the weather is fine, we'll get sublime views from Lake Ashino-ko of the icy cone of Fuji-san; Japan's definitive mountain broods serenely on the skyline.
From Odarawa station we catch a train to Nagoya, from where we board the express train to Nakatsugawa then the local train to Nagiso. The whole journey will take about three hours, before taking a taxi to Tsumago for overnight nights at a traditional Japanese ryokan.
A ryokan is a traditional Japanese hotel, where the owners take pride in preserving the atmosphere and history of the building, which is usually wood. A garden is also a common feature. We will stay in a Japanese-style room on a futon, which will be comfortable enough (but don't expect modern conveniences!) and tonight we will enjoy a traditional style home-cooked meal.
Included Activities
Meiji Shrine
Lake Ashi Cruise
Ropeway Ride Owakudani
Hakone Palace Hotel (1 nt), Tsutamuraya Hotel (1 nt)
Days 5-6 Hiroshima
This morning we'll catch a local bus to the small town of Magome in the Kiso Valley. This valley is renowned as the route of the ancient Nakasendo post road, an imperial highway from the Edo period that once ran from Kyoto to Tokyo. It makes a welcome change as we stretch our legs with an easy 9km walk up and over Magome-koge Pass back to the town of Tsumago (roughly three hours away). There's time to enjoy the traditional atmosphere of these villages, stopping in places where original travellers would once have stopped to rest and take fresh horses. The villages are steeped in history, and are as authentic as anything we're likely to see on the main island of Honshu. Later transfer to the station by taxi to board our JR express train to Nagoya. At Nagoya we change train and take the bullet train to Shin Osaka. Then take another bullet train to Hiroshima. Arriving in the evening it's then just a short walk to our hotel, where our main luggage will await us.
The following day we take a tram to Miyajima-guchi (approx. 30 minutes) and board the ferry for the short 10 minute crossing to Itsuku-shima (also known as Miya-jima) island - officially designated (the Japanese just love lists…) as one of the 'Three Most Scenic Places in Japan'. The renowned bright scarlet torii gate rises directly out of the ocean. Dating from 1168, this 16m high, 24m wide structure stands at the mouth of a small bay so that any boat entering the bay would have to pass through it. The island is dominated by Mt. Misen; depending on the time we could walk up (it takes a couple of hours). After our visit we return to Hiroshima.
Included Activities
Itsukushima Shrine
New Hiroden Hotel (2 nts)
Days 7-8 Mt Koya
Today we can rise early and participate in a traditional early morning prayer ceremony at dawn, then enjoy a vegetarian breakfast. Then we make a walking tour around Mt Koya (2800ft) visiting Kongobuji Temple and Okuno Inn Shrine. Later transfer to Mt Koya station by local bus and catch the Nankai express train (approx 30 mins) to Namba where you transfer to Shin Osaka station and take the bullet train to Koyoto (approx 15 mins). On arrival it's a short distance to walk to our hotel.
Included Activities
Hiroshima - A-Bomb Museum
Peace Memorial Park
Kongobuji Temple
Okuno Inn Shrine
Rengejo Inn (1 nt), New Miyako Hotel (1 nt)
Days 9-11 Kyoto
The charms of the former imperial capital of Kyoto are discreetly hidden, and our stay will reveal some of the finest temples, shrines, palaces and gardens in the country. We have the whole plenty of time to explore - though we could easily spend a week in Kyoto without getting bored!
Explore the city by local bus visiting Heian Shrine and the Kiyomizu Temple – this temple being one of the most famous landmarks of the city thanks to its role within the realms of Buddhism, and reached by a narrow trail dotted with traditional Japanese shops. Its location is scenic - atop a hill, with a waterfall below and the area is dotted with numerous other temples and shrines! We'll also visit Kinkaku-ji (the Golden Temple), which is almost entirely covered with gold foil, and is one of the most famous landmarks of Kyoto. Plus the Ryoanji Temple with its rock garden. This evening we have great fun at a Japanese cooking lesson at Old Kyoto House.
The following morning we jump onto bicycles to explore the old town. The afternoon is free for our own activities - or maybe some more cycling.
There are no activities planned for the final day and you are able to depart our accommodation at any time. Please check the 'Finishing Point Hotel' section for checkout times and luggage storage possibilities.
Included Activities
Cooking Class
Kyoto - Kinkakuji Temple
Kiyomizu Temple
Ryoanji Temple
Kyoto - Guided bike ride
New Miyako Hotel (2 nts)
Also available to purchase
For many of our trips we have other services or experiences that are also available to purchase to extend your trip or to make your holiday a little easier. Below is a list of other travel products you can purchase in conjunction with this trip.
FJP - Essence of the Orient - Single supplement (FJP)
Itinerary disclaimer
Occasionally our itineraries are updated during the year to incorporate improvements stemming from past travellers' comments and our own research. The information given in this itinerary may be slightly different to that in the brochure. It's very important that you print and review a final copy of your Trip Notes a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans. For the latest updated Trip Notes please visit our website: www.intrepidtravel.com
Please note that while we operate successful trips in this region throughout the year, some changes may occur in our itineraries due to inclement weather and common seasonal changes to timetables and transport routes. This can happen with little notice so please be prepared for modifications to the route.
Culture shock rating
Expect some culture shock. You'll be exposed to signs of poverty and access to services may be sporadic. The food will be quite different to home and English speakers harder to find. Respecting the local culture will make it easier to fit in and really experience the location.
Physical rating
Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey.
Physical preparation
You will be expected to carry your own luggage, including moving about busy public transport hubs to make tight connections, up stairs and escalators and on and off buses and trains. Although you won't be required to walk long distances with your luggage, you are expected to be able to walk and handle your own luggage for up to 30 minutes, sometimes at a fast pace. Good general fitness and mobility plays a big part in making your trip more enjoyable.
Included activities
Included activities are listed in the day-to-day itinerary, all other activities are optional and at your own expense. If you choose not to participate in the included activities on this itinerary, the cost will not be refunded.
Optional activities
A selection of optional activities are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only. Prices are for entrance only and don't include transport costs to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination. Optional activities aren't necessarily endorsed or recommended by Intrepid nor included in price of this trip. If you do any optional activities, you do so at your own risk and it must be clearly understood that your participation is your own decision and doesn't form part of your contract with Intrepid. You may be required to sign/complete a waiver form or a receipt for some optional activities.
Money Exchange
The official currency of Japan is Yen (JPY).
Japan is predominantly a cash society and locals carry large amounts of cash for daily business.
Changing cash and travellers' cheques is possible in major cities although the use of travellers' cheques is quite limited and exchanging can be very time consuming. International credit cards can usually only be used at major department stores or large restaurants but cash from non-Japanese bank accounts can be withdrawn via the Cirrus and Maestro systems by direct debiting (as well as Mastercard and Visa cash advance). This is now available at all post office ATMs around the country, as well as 7 Eleven convenience store ATMs, making it very easy to get access to cash throughout the trip at each location 24 hours a day.
We recommend you arrive in Japan with as much Yen as you feel comfortable carrying. If your arrival day is on a weekend please ensure you have enough money for the first few days, either by bringing it with you, or changing it at the airport. Although most locations will have access to a 7 Eleven store with an ATM, be prepared that ATMs may not be available at all times of the day in the immediate area.
Spending money
Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping, participating in optional activities, and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.
If you are happy with the services provided by your group leader tipping - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Intrepid destinations. Please consider this when budgeting for your extra expenses on this tour.
The amount is entirely a personal preference, however as a guideline US$1-2 per person, per day can be used.
Departure tax
All departure taxes should be included in your international flight ticket.
Important notes
Age restrictions apply to this trip: minimum age 5. Please note that anyone aged under 18 must be accompanied by (and share accommodation with) a parent or legal guardian.
This trip is operated by our experienced local partner, The Adventure Company.
Group size
Maximum of 16 travellers per group.
Your fellow travellers
As you travel on a group trip you will be exposed to all the pleasures and maybe some of the frustrations of travelling in a group. Your fellow travellers will probably come from all corners of the world and likely a range of age groups too. We ask you to be understanding of the various needs and preferences of your group - patience with your fellow travellers is sometimes required for the benefit of everyone's travel experience. Remember too that you have responsibilities to the group. If you are requested to be at a place at a certain time, ensure that you don't keep the rest of the group waiting. We have found time and time again that the very best trips we operate are those where the dynamics within the group work well - this takes just a little effort on your part.
Due to privacy reasons we are unable to provide you with contact details and any personal information about your fellow travellers booked on your trip prior to departure. However you can download Intrepid's FREE Meet Up app to chat with your fellow travellers before your trip. Meet up, discuss your upcoming trip and share the excitement of planning for your adventure. For more information visit:
Single travellers
Our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and don't involve a compulsory single supplement. On our Family Adventures, single relatives or friends are welcome to travel along with a family. These single travellers share with people of the same gender for the duration of the trip and in accommodation ranging from twin to multishare. Please note that some of our itineraries have accommodation booked on a mixed gender share basis and where applicable this will be specified in our Trip Notes. On a selection of our Comfort and Original style trips, you have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure that you have your own room (where available). Please note that this only applies to accommodation during the tour - pre-trip and post-trip accommodation will be booked on a single room basis.
A single supplement is available on this trip, please refer to your booking agent for further information.
New Miyako Hotel (3 nts), Shiba Park Hotel (2 nts), New Hiroden Hotel (2 nts), Hakone Palace Hotel (1 nt), Tsutamuraya Hotel (1 nt), Rengejo Inn (1 nt)
Family of two - All family groupings of two will be put into a twin room.
Family of three - Wherever possible we will put you in a triple room. Please be aware that in some places triple rooms are in short supply. This means that, in practice, a triple room will often simply be a twin room with a mattress on the floor or a further bed squashed in. Where it is impossible to provide a triple room, you will have to decide which of your party takes the single room.
Family of four or more - You will most likely stay in two twin rooms. If and wherever possible we will aim put you in a quadruple room. Whilst we will do our very best to ensure that families are roomed close together (in some cases, we can arrange adjoining rooms), we can't guarantee this. Most family holidays occur during peak season and we sometimes have little to no control over where you will be put. You need to come prepared for this.
Accommodation is clean and simple. You'll mainly stay in small, locally-run, 2-3 star hotels and guesthouses, which reflect the character of the area,generally these will be a twin room with private facilities. Sometimes you'll stay in larger, more comfortable hotels or occasionally rustic accommodation with basic facilities. We use a variety of accommodation on most trips; chosen for their value for money, location and atmosphere. We also try and incorporate unique accommodation experiences, such as a night with a local tribe, or sleeping under the stars in the desert.
Throughout the trip we request that our hotels prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination.
If you've purchased pre- or post-trip accommodation you may be required to change rooms from your trip accommodation for these extra nights.
Meals introduction
While travelling with us you'll experience the vast array of wonderful food available in the world. Your group leader will be able to suggest restaurants to try during your trip. On our camping trips we often cook the region's specialities so you don't miss out. To give you the maximum flexibility in deciding where, what and with whom to eat, generally not all meals are included in the trip price. This also gives you more budgeting flexibility. As a rule our groups tend to eat together to enable you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There's no obligation to do this though.
10 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
Budget for meals not included:
Train (bullet), Train, Taxi, Bus, Cable car, Boat, Tram
All travellers must arrive with a 7 day ordinary JR Rail Pass. Please arrange this through your travel agent. Your group leader will assist in validating your pass on Day 2 of the trip.
Group leader
All Intrepid group trips are accompanied by one of our group leaders. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Intrepid endeavours to provide the services of an experienced leader however, due to the seasonality of travel, rare situations may arise where your leader is new to a particular region or training other group leaders.
Your leader will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. At Intrepid we aim to support local guides who have specialised knowledge of the regions we visit. If you were interested in delving deeper into the local culture at a specific site or location then your leader can recommend a local guide service in most of the main destinations of your trip.
Joining point
Shiba Park Hotel
1-5-10 Shiba Park
Joining point description
Shiba Park Hotel is located in the heart of Tokyo. Has great access to 4 major train and subway stations, and is close to Tokyo's major sightseeing spots as well as the business districts. The famous Tokyo Tower and the beautiful temple (Zojoji) are just a few steps away. The hotel has a restaurant and all rooms have a TV, hair dryer and coffee and tea facilities.
Joining point instructions
An arrival transfer from the airport is available if arranged at the time of booking. Transfers cannot be arranged on arrival. Please advise your flight arrival details at least 14 days prior to your departure.
From Narita Airport easiest way will be by Airport Limousine Bus. The bus will stop at Shina Park hotel, the journey takes 90 mins and will cost JPY 3,000 per person.
From Haneda Airport you can take the Airport Limousine Bus which will stop at Shina Park hotel and will cost JPY 900 per person. Or take Monorail to Hamamatsucho station and walk to the hotel. This is very easy to do and there are plenty of people around to help you if you need to ask for directions. The train station is located under the airport, very close to the exit from immigration.
You can also validate your Japan Rail Pass before you get on the train. (Before you validate your rail pass, though, consider any travelling you might want to do as and after the trip concludes in Kyoto.)
Your leader can help you validate your rail pass on Day 2 in Tokyo as well.
For the time table of Airport bus, please refer to below website
Arrival complications
We don't expect any problems (and nor should you) but if for any reason you are unable to commence your group trip as scheduled, please contact your starting point hotel, requesting that you speak to or leave a message for your group leader.
If you have pre-booked an airport transfer (where available) and have not made contact with our representative within 30 minutes of clearing customs and immigration, we recommend that you make your own way to the starting point hotel, following the Joining Instructions in these Trip Notes. Should this occur, please apply to your travel agent for a refund of the transfer cost on your return.
No refund is available on missed transfers or portions of your trip owing to a different flight arrival or delayed flight arrival. Any additional cost incurred in order to meet up with your group is at your own expense.
Finish point
New Miyako Hotel
17, Nishikujo-Inmachi Minami-ku
Finish point description
Located in front of Kyoto station, good access to most of places in Kyoto. JR trains, subway, Kintetsu line and local buses all depart from Kyoto station.
The hotel has a restaurant, all rooms have TV, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities and free wifi.
Check out is at 12 noon and offers luggage storage.
Finish point instructions
A pre booked departure transfer from our hotel to the airport may be available depending on date of travel and if arranged at the time of booking. Transfers cannot be arranged during the trip. Please advise your flight details at least 14 days prior to your trips start date. If you plan to stay longer, this departure transfer can only be offered in conjunction with post-tour accommodation booked through Intrepid.
To travel to Kansai Airport, you are able to take the JR Express train Harukua from Kyoto Station (Kyoto is the first stop and Kansai Airport is the last stop) The journey takes 90min on train and costs JPY 3,690 per person for 2nd class reserved seat
To travel to Itami Airport you are able to take the airport bus from Kyoto Station. The journey takes 60mins on the bus and costs JPY 1,280 per person.
Emergency contact
In the case of a genuine crisis or emergency only, The Adventure Company can be reached on Tel: +44 1420 593000. For further contact details please use the following page:
Emergency funds
Please also make sure you have access to an additional US$400, to be used when unforeseen incidents or circumstances outside our control (eg. a natural disaster, civil unrest or an outbreak of bird flu) necessitate a change to our planned route.
Visas are the responsibility of the individual traveller. The visa requirements for your trip vary depending on where you are from and where you are going. As a general rule most countries expect that you will have at least 6 months' validity on your passport. On arrival visitors may be asked to present return tickets and evidence of means to cover your intended stay.
We keep the following information up to date as much as possible, but rules do change - it's important that you check for yourself. Residents from other countries must consult the relevant embassies or your travel agent.
Australia: No - not required
Belgium: No - not required
Canada: No - not required
Germany: No - not required
Ireland: No - not required
Netherlands: No - not required
New Zealand: No - not required
South Africa: Yes - required in advance
Switzerland: No - not required
United Kingdom: No - not required
USA: No - not required
Issues on your trip
While we always endeavour to provide the best possible holiday experience, due to the nature of travel and the areas we visit sometimes things can and do go wrong. Should any issue occur while you are on your trip, it is imperative that you discuss this with your group leader or our local representative straight away so that they can do their best to rectify the problem and save any potential negative impact on the rest of your trip.
We recognise that there may be times when your group leader/local partner may not be able to resolve a situation to your satisfaction - if this is the case, please ask the leader to speak to their direct manager.
You may also choose to provide details in your online feedback, which we ask you to complete within 30 days of the end of your trip. But we do ask you to be aware that it is very difficult for us to provide any practical help after the trip is complete.
What to take
On this trip, you're expected to carry your own luggage for up to 30 minutes at a time. Train stations are quite complex and usually require a lot of stair climbing, especially when doing a quick transfer from train to train. Elevators aren't always available and cannot accommodate many people at a time, so if you are choosing to bring a suitcase, please ensure you are able to lift and carry it yourself without difficulty. A backpack is recommended for these reasons. Many inns don't allow suitcases with wheels into rooms with tatami mat floors. Japanese transportation is often quite small and cramped so it's best to pack as light as possible.
During your visit to Japan you may receive hospitality from local families/people. A great way to reciprocate is to bring a small gift from your country, eg. animal figurines, pens, flags or stickers.
Please note that the weather is quite a bit cooler in more remote areas outside of Tokyo - please pack accordingly.
What you need to bring will vary according to the trip style you have chosen, the countries you are visiting and when you are travelling. Generally speaking you should pack as lightly as possible. On the vast majority of our trips you are expected to carry your own luggage and although you won't be required to walk long distances with your luggage (max 30 minutes), we recommend keeping the weight under 10kg / 22lb.
Most travellers carry their luggage in a backpack, although an overnight bag with a shoulder strap would suffice if you travel lightly. Smaller bags or backpacks with wheels are convenient although we recommend your bag has carry straps. You'll also need a day pack/bag to carry water and a camera etc for day trips.
You can find Intrepid's Ultimate Packing List on our website. It should be used as a guide only and isn't intended to be a complete packing list.
Go to Intrepid's Ultimate Packing List
Consider bringing your own water bottle to refill along the way. The sale of bottled water contributes to an enormous environmental problem around the world. In addition to the water in bottles, the production of a 1 litre plastic bottle takes 2 litres of water and 200ml of oil. A large proportion end up in limited landfill or discarded in waterways and natural environments. Please avoid the purchase of bottled water by using the chemically sterilized water stored in the purpose-built storage tank or in water jerry cans in your overland vehicle. You're free to refill your bottle as many times a day as you like.
Cold tap water in Japan is generally safe and good to drink so you can avoid the purchase of bottled water by refilling from the tap or public water fountains.
All Intrepid travellers need to be in good physical health in order to participate fully on this trip. When selecting your trip please make sure you have read through the itinerary carefully and assess your ability to cope with our style of travel. Please note that if, in the opinion of our group leader or local guide, any traveller is unable to complete the itinerary without undue risk to themselves and/or the rest of the group, Intrepid reserves the right to exclude them from all or part of a trip without refund.
You should consult your doctor for up-to-date medical travel information or for any necessary vaccinations and anti-malarial requirements before departure. We recommend that you carry a first aid kit as well as any personal medical requirements (including a spare pair of glasses) as they may not easily be obtained at the locations on this trip. For legal reasons our leaders and guides are prohibited from administering any type of drugs including headache tablets and antibiotics. Please ensure that you are adequately prepared.
Many national governments provide a regularly updated advice service on safety issues involved with international travel. We recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest travel information before departure. Please refer to our website's safety page for links to major travel advisories and updates on safety issues affecting our trip.
We strongly recommend the use of a neck wallet or money belt while travelling, for the safe-keeping of your passport, air tickets, cash and other valuable items. Leave your valuable jewellery at home - you won't need it while travelling. Many of our hotels have safety deposit boxes, which is the most secure way of storing your valuables. A lock is recommended for securing your luggage.
Your leader will accompany you on all included activities, however during your trip you'll have some free time to pursue your own interests, relax and take it easy or explore at your leisure. While your group leader will assist you with the available options in a given location, please note that any optional activities you undertake are not part of your Intrepid itinerary, and Intrepid makes no representations about the safety of the activity or the standard of the operators running them. Please use your own good judgement when selecting an activity in your free time. Please also note that your group leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if it's deemed necessary due to safety concerns.
For more details on the type of conditions and safety standards you can expect on your trip, please refer to Intrepid's operational safety policy on our website. We recommend that you take a moment to read through this information before travelling, and would appreciate any feedback on how well it's being implemented in the field:
Depending on where you come from please note that drivers in this part of the world may drive on the opposite side of the road from what you are used to. Look both ways before crossing any road. Traffic can be a little more chaotic than you might be used to at home. Be aware!
While travelling there is always the risk of pick-pocketing and petty theft, particularly in the more touristy cities. We recommend that you exercise caution when walking alone at night and encourage you to walk together and only on main, well-lit thoroughfares. Be particularly vigilant on public transport. Simple measures like carrying your day pack on your front, not hanging your bag over the back of your chair and wearing a money belt will reduce any chance that your valuables should go missing.
Travel insurance
Travel insurance is compulsory for all our trips. We require that, at a minimum, you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects.
When travelling on a group trip, you won't be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance and the insurance company's 24 hour emergency contact number has been seen by your leader.
If you have credit card insurance your group leader will require details of the participating insurer/underwriter, the level of coverage, policy number and emergency contact number rather than the bank's name and credit card details. Please contact your bank for these details prior to arriving in-country.
Please go to our website for links to various travel insurance providers:
Responsible Travel
We believe strongly in low impact or rather positive impact tourism. Broadly speaking this means that we try to minimise the negative aspects of tourism on the local cultures and environments that we visit and highlight the positive aspects. Please visit our website for further details and suggestions on how you can be a responsible traveller:
Dress standards are conservative throughout Asia, especially outside major cities. To respect this and for your own comfort, we strongly recommend modest clothing. This means clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is both respectful and cool in areas of predominantly hot climate. In many rural areas women will need to wear modest clothing even to swim. Singlets, tank tops and topless sun bathing are all unacceptable. When visiting religious sites men often need to wear long trousers and women a long skirt or sarong.
A couple of rules
Illegal drugs will not be tolerated on our trips. Possessing or using drugs not only contravenes the laws of the land, but also puts the rest of the group at risk. Smoking marijuana and opium is a part of local culture in some parts of the world but is not acceptable for Intrepid travellers. Intrepid's philosophy of travel is one of respect towards everyone we encounter and in particular, the local people who make our destinations such special places. The exploitation of prostitutes is completely contrary to this philosophy. Our group leader has the right to expel any member of the group if drugs are found in their possession or if they use prostitutes.
The Intrepid Foundation
Since Intrepid Travel commenced operating in 1989 we've been committed to giving something back to the communities we visit. One way has been through our support for local humanitarian, development and conservation projects. Many of our travellers want to contribute something too. Whilst it is often tempting to give hand-outs to those less fortunate, this has the potential to promote a culture of begging and dependency. Handouts are not a sustainable way for individuals or communities to live. That's why we established The Intrepid Foundation – to make it easier for travellers wishing to give back to communities in an effective and meaningful way.
The Intrepid Foundation is a not-for-profit fund offering a selection of excellent grassroots organisations which you can contribute to. All donations to The Intrepid Foundation will be matched by Intrepid Travel dollar for dollar (up to AU$5,000 per donor and a total of AU$400,000 for all donors in each financial year). And every cent gets there as Intrepid Travel pays for all the administration costs. Donating is simple and secure. Please ask your group leader for information on the projects we support through The Intrepid Foundation or go to our website:
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