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Hotel and restaurant in the mountainsView details
Modern, architect-designed buildings show off their clean lines in the heart of 80 acres of magnificent parkland. Gaze through the huge picture windows of the guestrooms at a magnificent panorama of mountains, not to be beaten by the views of Mont Blanc to be enjoyed from the restaurant's panoramic terrace. And as you stroll through the public areas, sample a vast collection of contemporary art celebrating the joys of nature. The French cuisine with its modern twist and the well-being rituals of the Sangoma Spa are just what you need to soothe body and mind alike as you relax in these stunning surroundings. Outdoors, golf lovers will enjoy the synthetic greens and the 18 tees of the innovatively eco-friendly 9-hole course. Finally, an artificial lake dedicated to water sports and equipped with a jump is available for water-skiing and wakeboard for young and old alike.
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Between the Jura and Mont-Blanc – an estate dedicated to well-being and leisure
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At the foot of mont Blanc, Pierre Carrier, Perrine and Grand Chef Pierre Maillet have taken over this hotel, devoted to exceptional cuisine and local delicacies, founded in 1903 by "great grandfather Carrier". The rooms in the main hotel or the chalets in the garden offer both modern and warm comfort. On the one hand, there is the superb menu at the Albert Ier with its elaborate recipes influenced by the Piedmont and Liguria and, on the other, the Maison Carrier with its specialities to be enjoyed in the atmosphere of an old farmhouse or on the terrace while gazing out at the majestic beauty of mont Blanc. The indoor/outdoor swimming pool also boasts views of the eternal snows on the roof of Europe. An equally stunning and delicious address.
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Cuisine, architecture and culture imbued with a high mountain spirit
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L'Oxalys, the highest situated gourmet restaurant in Europe, is located right at the heart of the Trois Vallées ski area, in Val Thorens. Sports lovers can ski there from Méribel, Courchevel and Les Ménuires, and enjoy privileged panoramic views over the mountain peaks. Grand Chef Jean Sulpice is an active skier and loves these mountains – he pays tribute to them daily with a cuisine which draws its inspiration directly from the terroir. He has assembled an enthusiastic team around him and his wife and sommelier, Magali, and they work to coax the best out of the flavours of the high mountain pastures and regional ingredients with dishes such as mousse of Beaufort cheese with mountain herbs and flowers, velouté of chestnuts with a parmesan and grated truffle chaud-froid, and mountain honey served with an antesite-flavoured apple in a meringue shell. Jean Sulpice also adds a modern twist to mountain plants, particularly wild wood sorrel known as oxalis.
Pleasure and emotions of a cuisine at the summit
In the heart of the French Alps, overlooking the village of Megève, you will be seduced by the charm of the Chalet du Mont d'Arbois and its adjoining chalets Noémie and Alice. This unique place steeped in history is a mix of warm elegance and discreet luxury in the pure tradition of the Rothschild family. The authentic Savoy architecture of the three chalets, their outstanding location, a stone's throw from the strategic starting point for the Mont-Blanc Évasion ski slopes and the Mont d'Arbois golf course in summer as well as its gourmet cuisine guarantee successful stays. At the Chalet du Mont d'Arbois well-being means that you can enjoy the hot tubs, benefit from the spa and its broad range of beauty treatments and swim indoors and outdoors in the pool heated at 30°. The wealth and originality of the activities combine pleasure, sports and relaxation and turn this exceptional place into a superb resort both in summer and winter.
A home away from home in Megève
On the Megève heights Grand Chef Emmanuel Renaut offers imaginative, colourful, timeless cuisine with a mountain flavour. Emmanuel Renaut boldly injects colour, bitterness or acidity where they were not to be found before, to make each dish original and surprising. Walk in the mountains with Emmanuel Renaut to discover mushrooms, flowers and wildlife. Inside, the hotel has several chalets which associate functionality with design in a cosy and relaxed atmosphere. The treatments in the spa are inspired by the mountain: Megève pine trees, flowers and water.
Pure nature, pure cuisine
This chalet, set against a backdrop of mountains and perfectly located at the centre of the ski resort, has been welcoming skiers into its informal, welcoming atmosphere since 1937 and for four generations. The elegant, spacious rooms are ultra-comfortable, a "treasure room" full of games awaits the children, and a spa decorated in stone and untreated timber offers treatments and the opportunity to relax. After a day of sport in the open air on the magnificent ski slopes of the "Espace Killy", you can enjoy a drink in the relaxed atmosphere of the wine bar, or the delicious dishes served by the restaurant, a combination of local ingredients and great classical cuisine. And as a finishing touch, there are the magnificent views over the Bellevarde Olympic run which you can see from the terrace and the veranda.
The art of hospitality in a family home in the heart of Val d'Isère
In the heart of Méribel, at the foot of the slopes, this authentic Savoy chalet doesn't keep its "big heart" hidden away. Enjoy direct access to the 600 km of ski trails in the "Trois Vallées" area. After skiing, treat your aching muscles to a therapeutic spa treatment and enjoy the sumptuous rooms, piano bar and restaurant.
Well-being on the summit
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The immaculate façades are as white as driven snow. This typically Savoyard chalet at the foot of the ski slopes exudes discreet elegance with its traditional décor and no-one is left unmoved by the warm welcome of a family who are passionate about their profession. The large spa takes you on a veritable sensory journey, and the high point of the Chabichou is the memorable opportunity it provides to sample the sophisticated and superbly presented cuisine of Grands Chefs Michel Rochedy and Stéphane Buron. It showcases fine ingredients such as Bresse pigeon and blue lobster and creates subtle pairings of flavours such as caramelised pork belly and verbena with braised pig cheek and creamy truffled polenta.
Family atmosphere and top-class cuisine
The beauty of the alpine surroundings of the Aravis ski slopes, the creativity of its cuisine and the way every guest's expectations are listened to, turn this chalet with its elegant design into an exceptional destination in the heart of the village of La Clusaz. After a vigorous day on the slopes, relax in the superb Cristal Spa where, in addition to the fantastic treatments, guests can do laps in the recreational pool, steam in the hammam made of semi-precious stones or unwind in the sauna. Lovers of fine cuisine will adore Le 5 restaurant, which offers dishes made from responsibly sourced local and regional products. After dinner, cap the night off with a cigar in the English-style smoking room before retiring to a rustic but refined guest room.
A setting of excellence in the heart of the authentic Alps
Close to Gstaad and its 250 km of ski slopes, there is a quiet chalet with breathtaking views of the mountains and the glittering glaciers. In summer as well as in winter, the Hostellerie Alpenrose is incredibly charming and is the ideal starting point for excursions into truly unspoilt landscapes. After some brisk outdoor activity, the cosy rooms, pampering in the wellness-center and delicious gourmet cuisine guarantee ultimate well-being at alpine altitudes.
The pure pleasure of the magical mountains
In a picture-postcard setting with unbelievable views of snowy peaks, Le Chalet d'Adrien seems to cling to the mountainside. It overlooks Verbier, one of the most charming high altitude resorts in Switzerland. In winter it is an unrivalled ski paradise, and in summer the high mountain pastures are the perfect place for magnificent hikes. Matching wood panelling and fabrics, antique furniture, books and objets d'art scattered around in a homey way all combine to create a charming, cosy atmosphere from which the pristine beauty of the landscape can be enjoyed. The pool looking onto the mountains, and the spa are an invitation to well-being. The restaurants feature the culinary flavours of nearby Italy and showcase Valais products and wines.
We want to be the creators of your most beautiful memories
Skiing on the world-renowned slopes of Crans-Montana is not the only pleasure in store for you at this delightful chalet. The suites and junior suites have open fireplaces, jacuzzis and views of the snow-covered mountain peaks, and the chalet has a Spa. The beautiful interiors feature wood and stone walls. Everything here is truly charming, especially the painting of Felix, Pas de l'Ours's former resident donkey. In a cosy atmosphere, the Bistrot des Ours gives pride of place to local flavours, whilst in the gourmet restaurant the chef invites you to savour a selection vegetables, milk-fed lamb, bass, sea bream, mullet, venison and other culinary treats.
A mountain of pleasures
A revitalizing bath in this property's very own thermal hot springs in the open-air is one of those experiences that are simply unforgettable. All around the springs lies virgin white snow. Hot-stone and essential oil massages, fango, and slimming or sculpting body treatments complete the extensive menu of spa treatments. Moreover, individual slimming diets are proposed. The spacious and welcoming rooms have been refurbished in 2012. In the restaurant, fresh, well-balanced cuisine highlights the flavours of surf and turf. The chef's personal motto - "be a wise gourmet" - rises to the occasion in this temple of health and well-being.
Fresh air and spa treatments
The Saas-Fee valley is also called the pearl of the Alps, and the Waldhotel Fletschhorn, which has just celebrated its centennial anniversary, is the pearl of this valley. This hotel is unique and even has its own art gallery. The restaurant is the perfect place to stop for gourmet food and great culinary experiences, such as the delicious buffalo steak with green pepper jus and Anna potatoes or the Saas lamb. Meals are served on one of the most beautiful forest terraces in the world accompanied by a wine selection from the cellar with more than 42,000 bottles collected from expertly selected vintages.
One hundred years at the heart of an exceptional natural setting
There is a very special canton in Switzerland; a canton where the people speak Romansh, Italian and German. A canton where the famous author Johanna Spyri drew inspiration for her famous novel, Heidi. A canton whose railway line from Thusis over the Bernina pass to Tirano has been added to the Unesco World Heritage list. It is the canton of Graubünden. This is the location of Hotel Walther, a fairytale castle that appears out of nowhere. Walther has been an elegant hotel for over one hundred years. The "wellness oasis" has a waterfall and the Cristallino stone grotto is unique in Europe. This grotto is an extraordinary sauna in an igloo made of Andeer granite. Another speciality is Hotel Walther's own recipe, marinated Bernina-Bresaola served in the restaurant La Stüva.
The thousand and one delights of Graubünden
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This luxury hideaway is located in an idyllic landscape with an exceptional panorama of the blooming meadows and snow-covered peaks of the Dolomites. The interior has been furnished with precious works of art and antiquities of reputed Engadine Valley artists. The three restaurants offer diverse pleasures – ranging from Swiss specialities in the antique Bauernstube down to gourmet cuisine in L'Autezza. Extensive wellness offerings and pure relaxation can be enjoyed by guests in the hotel's spa – complete with magnificent views of the Silvretta summit. Far away from mass tourism, the hotel is the ideal starting point for extensive walks and bicycle tours. One of the most beautiful golf courses in Switzerland is nearby and in winter, the 60 km tracks and pistes are a delight for alpine and cross-country skiers.
Unspoilt nature and gourmet cuisine
Schlosshotel Chastè is brimming with character and set in particularly peaceful surroundings, at the foot of Tarasp Castle in the Engadin, a region renowned for its national parks. This former inn, managed by the Pazeller family, embodies all that is gentle about Switzerland: the warmly welcoming living and guest rooms are panelled in Alpine pine in traditional fashion. Its inventive cuisine is served with superb wines from the cellar in bright, friendly dining rooms.
The best kept secret in a peaceful realm
At the Walserhof, hospitality, personal service and joie de vivre have been elevated to a completely new level. This is an intimate hotel, located in one of the most beautiful sites of the region, which combines the atmosphere of a ski resort and the idyllic charm of a village in Graubünden. A place where you can leave all your cares behind. The culinary delights at the restaurant Walserstube are based on a cuisine that is both traditional and creative, reinvents itself permanently, is a feast for the eyes and the palate, highlights the flavours, accompanied by excellent wines from the region and further afield.
Gourmet getaway in Klosters
A first spa hotel, called Bad Lenk, had been built at the end of the 17th century, downstream of the richest Alpine sulphurous source, Balmen. Today, this spring is an integral part of the architecture of Lenkerhof gourmet spa resort which is a magnificent hotel, with superbly elegant amenities and an extensive range of well-being treatments. The "7 sources beauty & spa" is named after the spot where the river Simme rises and draws its inspiration from its flowing water. It offers true rejuvenation in harmonious natural timber and stone surroundings. This hotel provides, amidst fabulous landscapes, the perfect opportunity to enjoy all that the mountains have to offer whatever the season, before savouring the delights of delicate, creative cuisine.
The very source of well-being, on the mountainside
A wonderful mountain landscape provides the backdrop to this beautiful inn, which has retained the typical style of the Engadine over its 450 years. The new buildings blend in harmoniously, with their modern lines clad in natural wood inspired by the surrounding pine and larch forests. The spring-water organic pool is located on a small plateau directly in front of the hotel. This peaceful, silent and hospitable spot is the work of a family whose members have, for several generations, coupled their complementary talents perfectly to each other. Whether hotelier, cook, or carpenter, what is most important to them is to focus all their efforts on the guests to offer elegant comfort, a warm welcome and fine cuisine based on fresh seasonal ingredients. The result constitutes a graceful, well balanced framework and thus creates a wonderful harmony.
Living dreams, a family adventure which we would like to share with our guests
Filzmoos is situated in Fritzenbach Valley, half an hour from Salzburg. It is a pilgrimage destination and is renowned for its Kindl, a Baroque-like figure of the infant Jesus on the church altar. It is also renowned for Grand Chef Johanna Maier's restaurant. This smiling "angel of the kitchen", in a white linen dirndl, has become famous in Austria for her variations of trout and foie gras, and her desserts, which incorporate the aromas of apricots, elder and raspberries. There is even the opportunity to catch a char fish in the crystal mountain creek in front of the hotel and prepare it with Johanna in the kitchen.
An eight course gourmet menu at the foot of Mount Dachstein
The property sits on a hillock in the middle of a vast peaceful garden planted with flowers and fruit trees. The views over Kitzbühel and the surrounding mountains are breathtakingly beautiful. The hotel is at the foot of the Kitzbüheler Horn ski resort and overlooks the legendary Streif ski slope. The furniture and antiques in the rooms of this former farm belong to the family and lend a timeless charm to the place. The pools and steam baths in the spa are ideal places to relax. In summer, you can stroll across the mountains of the Tyrol along charming walking routes and golfers will love the four golf courses at Kitzbühel, not to mention the other ten in the surrounding area.
Our little romantic paradise in the Kitzbüheler Mountains
At the heart of the pretty resort of Neustift and facing the impressive Stubai glacier, this hotel offers 2,000 sq m dedicated to well-being, with swimming pools, a winter garden and aquatic meditation. There are 20 different types of saunas and baths including an herb bath, sea cave, ice crystals, Tyrolean or wood-fired sauna, a fountain of youth and the option of sub-aquatic music. The exceptional charm of the bedrooms will prolong the feeling of well-being with their original wood features, magnificent furnishings and remarkable views of the valley.
The extraordinary charm of the Tyrol mountains
The Top Hotel Hochgurgl, at an altitude of 2,150 m, is the world's highest Relais & Châteaux. In one of Austria's snowiest and highest resorts, there is the possibility to ski to and from the hotel doorstep, hire all equipment on site, perfect skills in the ski school and, of course, enjoy the après-ski at the hotel. Take advantage of the intimate, cosy atmosphere of the main suites with subdued lighting and open fireplaces or enjoy the Mountain Spa, a magical place where massages, flower baths and jacuzzis guarantee unforgettable moments.
Excellent skiing and flower baths
Since 1928, the Singer family has imbued this cosy hotel, which is the ideal starting point to explore the ski resorts and hiking trails around the Zugspitze, with its family spirit. This property, which has its own hiking guide, offers a customised programme ranging from Nordic walking and snowshoeing to mountain hikes. Rejuvenate tired muscles in the delightful spa, which offers treatments with Tyrolean herbs or mineral salts, Vinotherapy Caudalie®, waterbeds, salt water aroma steam baths, sauna and heated outdoor swimming pool. This is a regenerating stay just a few kilometres from one of the most beautiful royal castles of Ludwig II.
Enjoy being pampered in a warm atmosphere
This historic inn is located in the centre of Lech, a world-renowned winter sports resort. Local antiques and loving attention-to-detail in the décor create a welcoming atmosphere. Culinary delicacies await in the restaurants that have won several awards for their outstanding cuisine. Relaxation is complete at the Badehaus Spa with its spectacular panoramic pool and treatment suites that are wonderfully located in the heart of a beautiful botanic garden.
Discover the new form of Post-Modern
In the heart of the Austrian Alps not far away from Kitzbühel, experience a sensory feast courtesy of Grand Chef Simon Taxacher and the exceptional Hotel Restaurant Spa Rosengarten. Chic contemporary design meets the culinary arts at this hotel, which is replete with two dining establishments, the Bistro Light and the Gourmet Restaurant Rosengarten, a stylish lounge and piano bar, a stunning spa and a cookery school where the Grand Chef himself teaches pupils the secrets of his craft. Expect the unexpected at the restaurant where Taxacher's signature innovative French-Mediterranean cuisine is served with impeccable style. Breakfast here is truly the meal of a king, featuring a special breakfast-trolley with myriads of drawers full of delicious surprises. Thanks to its excellent location at the foot of the Gaisberg sports mountain, you can explore the beauty of the Alps and experience many sports activities on offer.
Visionary cuisine, imagination and individuality
In the heart of the Gran Paradiso National Park, a wide range of sports activities and excursions through breathtaking landscapes are an invitation to push open the wooden door of the Hotel Bellevue. Discover an authentic mountain property renowned for its cuisine inspired by the aromas of the kitchen garden. The completely new fitness centre encompasses caves, waterfalls and ancient chalets and offers different treatment baths made of local hay, milk, mountain honey and even wine. Traditional methods are revisited, between massages and cleansing immersions in the purifying valley water. The hotel interior is replete with antique furniture, objets d'art and paintings: a real museum of popular art.
Welcome to Gran Paradiso
Situated on the south side of the Matterhorn, the Cervinia ski resort is one of the highest in the world, peaking at four thousand metres, and one of the few to cross the Italian-Swiss border. Choose between slaloming on the Swiss side, or a descent down the trails of the Aosta Valley. This grand chalet has been designed in the purest of mountain traditions, with interiors of warm brown wood, and equipped with a spa to relax in after a day of intense skiing. The Whymper Suite, designed as a private chalet, boasts breathtaking views of the Matterhorn. Succumb to the beauty of the mountain and enjoy the new spa.
Glide from country to country across the slopes of the Matterhorn
On the idyllic, gentle slopes of Merano, sits Castel Fragsburg in all its splendour. This exclusive hunting manor has been completely refurbished and has an elegant, charming atmosphere and a terrace with stunning panoramic views over the little town and the Alto Adige Valley. The warm welcome, excellent hospitality, individual service, absolute discretion and love of detail, all in the heart of pure and pristine nature, make it the ideal place to recharge one's batteries.
A small, personalized, private world
The Gardena Grödnerhof is a haven of peace and quiet in the heart of the Dolomites, in the legendary Monti Pallidi – Pale Mountains – which take on magnificent hues of pink in the reflected light of the setting sun. It is a paradise for walkers and mountaineers, and its wide variety of slopes makes it the perfect destination for skiers in winter. The hotel offers guided tours of the magnificent Dolomites, to experience their fabulous natural resources and stunning views. After a day spent in the open air, what better than the gentle, elegant ambiance of the Gardena Grödnerhof. The hotel, which enjoys a reputation for its cuisine, boasts a superb spa and a beauty and fitness centre. At the end of the day, indulge yourself and relax in the Bar & Habana Lounge.
Explore the Dolomites, the pale mountains
San Cassiano enjoys a stunning location in the heart of the Dolomites and is one of the finest winter resorts and an immaculately preserved natural paradise. It is the ideal summer destination for families who want to take a break and enjoy sport, and is also the perfect spot for a romantic honeymoon. The wide range of treatments offered by the Beauty Spa reinvigorate both your body and your mind. Lovers of fine dining will delight in the superb dishes created by Grand Chef Norbert Niederkofler who adds a touch of joie de vivre, love of cooking and passion for local ingredients. Not to be missed: the Wine Bar & Grill restaurant and its contemporary buzz. It serves specialities from the grill and home-made pasta.
On the unique and legendary Great Dolomite Road
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Norcia, the town of St. Benedict, nestling in the National Park of Sibillini Mountains, is the Italian capital of the black truffle. This palazzo tells the story of this region from the 16th century onwards and has a 160 year-old tradition of hospitality. Umbrian artisans have created perfect harmony between colours and lights, tradition and design. The fragrances of the herb garden and the quality of the local products delight in the restaurant, Vespasia.
Charm, elegance and design in the region of the black truffle
Up on a hill overlooking La Seu d'Urgell, with the Pyrenees as the backdrop, El Castell de Ciutat faces a landscape of preserved natural beauty. The Tàpies family provides a warm welcome in this mountain chalet, located at the foot of a fortress dating back to the 16th century. There are breathtaking views of the Urgellet valley and Cadí-Moixeró, Catalonia's biggest nature reserve. Discover the pleasure of exquisite Mediterranean cuisine in the restaurants and taste wines from all over the world. Enjoy mountain sports or sail over the valley in a hot air balloon before relaxing in the magnificent wellness center. Don't leave without enjoying breakfast in the morning sunlight on the terrace.
Savour the rhythm of the seasons in the heart of the Pyrenees
Flying over the unspoilt valleys and mountains of the Pyrenees in a hot-air balloon, plane or helicopter is a fascinating experience and one of the numerous surprises in store at the hotel of Josep Maria Boix and Loles Vidal de Boix. In 1988 they fell in love with this majestic palace designed in the Gaudí period Catalan art deco style, right on the Saint James pilgrimage route to Compostella. The couple have taken great pleasure restoring this elegantly furnished palace geared towards enjoyment and well-being to be experienced through a wide range of activities. There are plenty of ways to spend time here: set off on the trail of the Cathare Knights, go trout fishing in a pristine river or play a round of golf on the 18-hole course of the Real Club.
Love at first sight in Cerdanya
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This 19th century farm is a haven of peace tucked away in the mountains of the Sierra de Mariola. With its innovative spa treatments and the azure waters of its indoor and outdoor pools, it is the ideal place to relax. Tennis lovers can also take advantage of private lessons given by the personal trainers of the owner, Juan Carlos Ferrero, who is a former world number one. The restaurant's mouth-watering avant-garde cuisine and its huge selection of wines from all over the world cannot fail to appeal to all your senses.
Tranquillity, innovative design and fine dining in a rugged landscape
A stay in Gôra Kadan, the former retreat of the imperial family, Kanin-no-miya, in Hakone National Park, is an invitation to bring your five senses to life by immersing yourself in the ancient Japanese way of life. Listen to the gentle swoosh of a sliding wall made of rice paper, smell the fragrant flower incense, taste the traditional Kaiseki cuisine and feel the touch of silk. This calm retreat is located in an area known for its springs heated by volcanic rock. Suites have been designed in a minimalist style, and facilities include a swimming pool, a spa, and a beauty salon.
A most exclusive Japanese retreat
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Every room at Bettei Senjuan looks out on the extraordinary Mount Tanigawa, with its snow-capped peaks and the cherry blossom trees at its base that turn the landscape a beautiful pink in spring. Embrace the extraordinary surroundings at this hotel, with its reinvigorating hot spring baths in the rooms, the gardens and the tranquil wellness-centre, which offers massages, body-contouring and facials. Floor to ceiling windows frame the views of unspoilt nature and allow natural light to fill the zen-inspired interior. The décor skillfully combines modern design with traditional Japanese elements like the art of Kumiko wood joinery. Calligraphy on hand-crafted paper adorns the walls. In the private dining room, the impressively presented traditional food with a contemporary twist is also influenced by the hot springs for which the area is famous. Creative and innovative dishes are also made with Joshu beef and vegetables from local farms.
A wonderful fusion of Japanese traditional and contemporary elements, at the foot of Mount Tanigawa
Brilliant Resort & Spa is located in the Lancang river area - the worldwide origin of the tea tree. Ten thousand acres of Pu'er tea garden with thousands of years of history are located in the Jingmai Mountains, which are inhabited by the descendants of tea plantation minority groups. Jingmai Mountain is wreathed in a cloud sea all year round. The Pu'er tea from the Brilliant Pu'er Tea Fazenda meets the EU regulation for organic products. The building style of Brilliant Resort & Spa is perfectly in harmony with nature. The guests can choose to appreciate ten thousand acres of Pu'er tea garden; to enjoy the leisure in the resort, to taste healthy and delicious local food cooked by using natural food ingredients; or to experience the tailor-made tea spa; or to experience mysterious minority groups' customs.
The peaceful garden creates instant happiness
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Tea Trails is perched at an altitude of 1250 m in Sri Lanka's Ceylon tea region, bordering the Central Highlands World Heritage site. Stay in one of four authentic tea planters' bungalows, each one of which is unique, beautifully restored and decorated with period furniture. Observe life on a working tea estate, savour the gourmet cuisine, and be pampered by a personal butler. Each bungalow has its own charm; lakeside Castlereagh & Summerville, Norwood with panoramic views, and Tientsin, the most traditionally colonial of the four. This is the ideal setting for trekking and biking against the breathtaking backdrop of mountains, lakes, winding roads and waterfalls.
Serenity, indulgence and nature enjoyed from a tea planter's bungalow
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I have been wanting to read this book for some time and since I just finished several books that were partially read in the past I thought it would be good to start a book and read it through. I tend to have the bad habit of starting a book and then finding something else to read before that one is finished, so I end up with up with several books in the process of being read.
I have also noted that for the last year or so most of my reading has been on Sherman's fighting in Georgia. Maybe it is due to the fact that my ancestor on my mother's side fought with Sherman in Georgia and the Carolinas. It could also be because I believe that the Western Theater of the war was just as important as the Eastern Theater in the winning of the war.
All of this is also taking place while my U. S. Hisotry Students are working on a research paper on a soldier from the area in which I teach and most of those men were in the Western armies. However during my search of the local cemeteries I was surprised to find numerous soldiers from out East who must have migrated out West after the war and are buried here.
With that in mind what I found interesting about the first couple of pages of War Like the Thunderbolt by Russell S. Bond was a discription of those Midwestern soldiers.
"In all, Sherman's veteran soldiers, most of them rough-edged Midwestern farmers back home, made up what one prominent military historian would call with breathless overstatement " quite literally the most impressive and deadly body in the history of armed conflict". Firsthand witnesses applied different and more realistic superlatives. A surgeon in Mississippi the year before, for example, had described Sherman's army as "the noisiest crowd of profane-swearing, dram-drinking, card-playing, song-singing, reckless, impudent daredevils in the world"". (p. 6)
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"Property rights strike directly to the heart of any Texan. It started with our ancestors in the 1800s and we plan to continue to fight today for the land that is rightfully ours."
That's what Wayne Stupka president of the Gulf Coast Rod, Reel and Gun Club says about the Texas state government's plan to use eminent domain to close Rollover Pass. The organization rightfully owns the land where the popular fishing place on the Bolivar Penisula cuts through from the Gulf to East Galveston Bay.
Now the Texas General Land Office Commissioner Jerry Patterson wants to take it.
Problem is he can't.
Oh sure, he got the approval of the state legislature to close it in 2009 but that's it.
To close it in reality the state needs the help of Galveston County Judge Mark Henry, the man in the middle. His take? Can't fight 'em so might as well…roll over.
"There is no reason the county would say no. If we did, the GLO (General Land Office) would go back to the Legislature to ask for a one-time, specific use eminent domain. This is the GLO's decision. We are simply the 'muscle man.' "
Heh! So much for principles.
Ted Vega of the Gilchrist Community Association is a fightin' man.
Is this an effort to support the rich beach front owners over the current users of the Pass? We believe that this condemnation effort – if undertaken – would violate the Texas and United States Constitutions. We believe that this is being done for the good of private property owners at the expense of the public, exactly the opposite of the basis for the use of the power of condemnation. We have had enough.
It is high time for the bullying from Jerry Patterson, and now the county judge, to stop. We want to be left alone. If it's possible, and we have the right, we will go all the way to the Supreme Court.
That's fightin' words for a property grabbin' Republican Land Commissioner and the party that gives lip service to keeping government out of our lives. Yeah, but doesn't always practice what they preach.


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A diver works on the wreckage of the Super Puma L2 helicopter which went down about two miles west of Sumburgh airport on Shetland
All Super Puma helicopter flights should remain suspended until the cause of the recent crash which claimed four lives is identified, according to a union.
Unite said workforce confidence in the aircraft type has been "shattered" following last week's crash in the water off the southern tip of Shetland - the fifth incident involving Super Pumas in the North Sea since 2009.
The union said it will be making its case at a meeting of the Helicopter Safety Steering Group (HSSG) in Aberdeen, in which it will also argue that workers refusing to fly must be supported by their employers.
Unite's calls come as another union, the National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT), prepares to hold a rally in Aberdeen amid growing concern about safety offshore.
Unite Scottish secretary Pat Rafferty said "anger and fear" among the workforce is on the up. "The Super Puma fleet must remain grounded at the very least until the black box from Friday's crash is recovered and its data reveals the cause of this catastrophe - this isn't up for debate," he said. Mr Rafferty said the union will also demand answers to reports that workers on the Borgsten Dolphin platform were briefed by oil company reps not to work offshore if they could not live with the risk of flying in helicopters. "The industry will also have to provide some serious answers to the reports exposing the briefing of workers on the Borgsten Dolphin," said Mr Rafferty.
There were 16 passengers and two crew on the Super Puma AS332 L2 travelling from the Borgsten Dolphin support vessel when it plunged into the sea on Friday, killing three men and one woman. The victims were named as Duncan Munro, 46, from Bishop Auckland, County Durham; George Allison, 57, from Winchester, Hampshire; Sarah Darnley, 45, from Elgin, Moray; and 59-year-old Gary McCrossan, from Inverness.
Investigators have been using specialist sonar equipment to search for the helicopter's black box data recorder, which it is hoped will shed some light on the cause of the fatal crash. The Super Puma type is said to make up about half of the UK offshore industry's 75-strong helicopter fleet.
At the Aberdeen rally, relatives of people killed as a result of offshore safety failings will join union leaders in calling for improvements in the wake of the latest helicopter crash. The RMT had planned to protest near the heliport of CHC, the operator of the Super Puma which came down last week. But the protest at Aberdeen Airport was called off in favour of a city centre rally after the union said Oil and Gas UK had met its demand for guaranteed access to workers on platforms and at heliports.
RMT general secretary Bob Crow said the agreement would give offshore workers a platform to express their concerns. "Following talks with the employers we have secured a massive breakthrough on our core demand of workplace access which will enable us to build an organisation that can fight for real collective improvements to offshore working conditions including on the central issue of safety," he said. "We will rally at our new Aberdeen HQ to start that fight for a new and safer future for the whole industry." Mr Crow, who will attend the rally in Crown Street with Norwegian colleagues, said the event would let people offshore know that everything possible is being done to secure their safety.
CHC has temporarily suspended all flights of the three types of Super Puma helicopter that it operates - the L, L2 and EC225. Fellow operators Bond Offshore Helicopters and Bristow also enforced a temporary suspension of all Super Puma flights except emergency rescue missions. It follows a recommendation by the offshore industry's Helicopter Safety Steering Group which urged the precautionary measure until there is "sufficient factual information" to resume flights. The group is meeting again on Wednesday.


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By Steven Pienaar, South Africa and Tottenham Hotspur winger
he Africa Cup of Nations is always a huge occasion, because it is one of the biggest football tournaments on the planet. It's such an important moment for the fans of every country and a celebration of African football as a whole. Africans are crazy about football and the way this tournament brings the whole continent together to enjoy the game is very inspiring.
The Africa Cup of Nations is very different to other tournaments and combines everything that is special about African football. There has been much poverty and several civil wars throughout the continent over the past few decades, and during all this football has been the only sport that could really bring people together. The supporters are very passionate and the atmosphere during a tournament, both in the stadiums and around the streets, is crazy! Everywhere is filled with music, colour, dancing and a huge love of the game. Going to a Cup of Nations match is like going to a festival.
There were a few surprises during the qualification stage for this year's tournament and some of the strongest African teams like Egypt, Cameroon, Nigeria and us, South Africa, did not qualify. This means
"Therecould be surprises – there's no team that you could rule out of winning it"
that Ghana and Ivory Coast are probably the favourites going into the group stages. But we shouldn't forget teams such as Morocco, Senegal and Mali, who all performed really well in qualification. So there could still be a few surprises, and I think there is actually no team you could completely rule out of winning it this year.
Then there are the hosts, Gabon and Equatorial Guinea. It was amazing to play in the 2010 World Cup in my home country. It definitely gives you a special feeling to represent your nation in your own backyard. A highlight for me was the home fans, who totally embraced the event.
I'm sure the host nations this time around will get a lift from that.
Not qualifying for this year's Cup of Nations and the circumstances around it happening were really hard; the whole of South Africa was so disappointed not to make it. We were in a tough group in which three teams had the chance to qualify going into the final round of matches, and it ended badly for us. But we are now focused on ensuring we are at our strongest for the 2013 Africa
Cup of Nations, which will be hosted in our country.
We already proved to everyone in 2010 that South Africa can host international tournaments of this scale, and 2013 will once again be a perfect opportunity for us to show the world our culture and enthusiasm for football.
Hopefully we can conquer the continent next time around! In the meantime, I hope you enjoy this year's tournament."
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DAYS Week of January 3, 2011
EJ issued Nicole the final ultimatum — Brady or Sydney. "EJ, are you in love with me?" Nicole queried. "I do not love you, Nicole," EJ candidly answered. "Frankly, I don't really like you... and I have very little respect for you." After a private moment with Sydney, Nicole phoned Brady and said she needed to see him. The minute Brady met with Nicole he realized she was breaking up with him. Nicole explained that Vivian gave EJ the pictures and he was giving her another chance. "I'm sorry, okay? This is about Sydney. She needs me," Nicole cried. Before they parted ways, Nicole touched Brady's cheek and said tenderly, "I'll always love you."
Rafe comforted Sami over a New Year's Eve without Johnny and Sydney. Kayla phoned with news about Caroline's stroke. Sami visited Caroline and insisted she focus on taking care of herself and not to worry about the family. Inspired by Caroline's fighting spirit, Sami told Rafe she would accompany him to the fireworks.
Nicole returned home and EJ announced there was a new dressing waiting for her. He added that they were going out to celebrate New Year's. At the celebration, EJ and Nicole encountered Rafe and Sami. After EJ wished Rafe and Sami a Happy New Year, Sami lost her cool and verbally attacked Nicole. Nicole retaliated by hurling her champagne at Sami. EJ interrupted the festivities to announce that he and Nicole were engaged. "To the New Year," he toasted. "May all your wishes come true. I know mine have."
At the Brady pub, Kate crossed paths with Maggie and taunted that she and Victor were planning a New Year's Eve at home alone. Maggie said it was a great idea; Victor would need her at this time. Outside, Kate phoned Victor and left him a message, demanding to know what Maggie was talking about.
Melanie was still livid over Philip and Chloe's one night stand and urged Daniel to see legal custody of Parker. "Any judge in their right mind will see you're a better fit for the parent than those stupid people!" she reasoned. Daniel disagreed. "Taking Parker away from Chloe and Philip, that is the worst thing we can do," he noted. Daniel assured Melanie he loved her and that they would get through this terrible time together. When he left, Melanie broke down and wept. Meanwhile, a reluctant Chloe agreed to let Philip hold Parker. "I know you don't know me very well," Philip quietly told his son. "But that's all going to change because I'm going to be around a lot from now." Chloe insisted that Daniel was still Parker's father legally and that he would come back to his family. Philip scoffed that Chloe was deluding herself. Later, Philip returned to the Kirakis mansion, where Melanie walked out on him. Kate arrived and Philip updated her on Parker's paternity. Kate was appalled that Chloe was the mother of her newly acquired grandson, but she vowed to love him just the same. Kate also comforted Philip over his troubles with Melanie. Chloe imagined Daniel coming back to her and remembered last New Year's with him. Daniel recalled the same memory.
In Baltimore, Stephanie awoke with Nathaniel next to her. Their bliss was interrupted by a call from Kayla. Stephanie, who didn't know that Parker's paternity had been revealed, chose to ignore the call because she didn't want Kayla pressuring her to tell the truth about Parker. "She is like a dog with a bone," Stephanie muttered to herself. Nathaniel returned to bed and Stephanie urged that they get married immediately. She suggested they drive to Virginia, where there was no waiting period. Nathan agreed to marry Stephanie, but wanted to wait until New Year's Day. Stephanie listened to Kayla's message and learned that Caroline had a stroke.
Hope had a fantasy that she was reunited with Sydney. Meanwhile, Bo used a pay phone and called Carly at the hospital. He asked her to put him in touch
with Roman. Carly agreed, adding that she loved Bo and wanted him to be
safe. When the call ended, Bo realized the line was tapped. Returning to the
cabin, Bo told Hope they weren't safe and needed to flee. Jane learned from
her state investigator contact that he traced Bo's call to Carly, but Bo
left before they could grab him. Ben worried that he couldn't get organs for
his dying patient.
EJ gave Nicole a bracelet, and revealed it was a tracking device. If she
tried to remove it, EJ would know and take Sydney away from her. "You're
disgusting!" Nicole spit. EJ later informed his dad that he was marrying
Nicole. Stefano was astounded. "She kidnapped Sydney!" Stefano blustered. "I
kidnapped Sydney," corrected EJ. "Everything needs to be taken in context...
You have no idea what this is going to do to Samantha. It will drive her
insane." Stefano countered, "It is going to drive me insane!" EJ told Johnny
about his plans to wed Nicole. Johnny refused to accept the news. Rafe
crossed paths with Nicole and taunted her about marrying EJ. He predicted
that her plan to get Sydney would ultimately fall apart. Nicole warned Rafe
that they'd both be the losers if Sami tried anything foolish with EJ.
Sami assured Rafe she wouldn't do anything reckless to harm EJ and Nicole.
She ran into Brady and discovered that Nicole left him to marry EJ and be
with Sydney. For selfish reasons, Sami encouraged Brady not to give up on
Nicole. Brady expected Sami's help in breaking up Nicole and EJ. "I want you
to find a way to make EJ wish he died the night you shot him," Brady
advised. On the pier, Sami faked a call to Brady, saying it was okay for him
and Nicole to use her place as their secret love nest behind EJ's back,
fully aware that Stefano overheard everything.
Stephanie and Nathan returned to Salem.
Nicole visited and Chloe and got the update on her problems wih Daniel. "I've lost Daniel, which means I've lost everything," Chloe shared. Chloe expressed her hope that Daniel would come back. Nicole encouraged Chloe to give up on that fantasy and start taking care of herself and Parker. Meanwhile, Daniel asked Victor if he would look after Chloe and Parker. "That's just not gonna happen," Victor responded. Victor explained that Vivian has taken over Titan and he has no access to his money. He assured Daniel he would soon clear it up and create a trust fund for Parker. Daniel returned to his home and Chloe was overjoyed. "I had a dream that you were coming back to us!" she exclaimed.
Sami faked a conversation with Brady, pretenfing to lend her place to Brady and Nicole, fully aware that Stefano was listening. "Elvis wants to put you in jail. Do you think it's a wise time to team up with Brady and Nicole?" wondered Stefano, who then walked away, happily humminh to himself. "Hook, line and sinker," Sami smiled to herself. Later, Sami planted evidence in her apartment to make it look like Nicole and Brady had a tryst.
EJ tried explaining to a resistant Johnny why he wanted to marry Nicole. "I want my mommy!" the boy insisted. EJ lied that Sami wanted to live with Rafe and felt it was best for Johnny to be with EJ.
Stefano returned home and revealed that Nicole was still seeing Brady. "And not for tips about child care," Stefano added.
EJ visited Sami at her place and insisted that Stefano was wrong about Nicole and Brady seeing each other. He also laughed off Sami's manipulations as staged props. Switchiing gears, EJ asked Sami to back off because Nicole was busy planning a wedding.
Nicole returned to the DiMera mansion and argued with Stefano about her upcoming marriage to EJ.
At the Brady pub, Jennifer was on her computer, miffed by Jack's latest blog. Ben suggested the walkabout could be a good thing for Jennifer and Jack's marriage. Jennifer disagreed. Ben wondered if Jennifer was finished with Jack. Ben also shared his frustration about not getting much needed organs for his seriously ill patients.
Kayla visited Caroline at her hospital bedside. Kayla gave her the update on the rest of the family. When Kayla said that Stephanie was on her way, Caroline pleaded, "Tell her to stay away!... Don't let her come home!" Caroline got an assurance from Kayla that she would keep Stephanie out of the mess involving the switched paternity test. Outside Caroline's room, Roman said to Kayla it didn't make any sense their mother had the information that led to the paternity switch.
Sami can't shake the idea that Nicole will become Johnny and Sydney's step-mother. "I can promise you this, EJ," Sami asserted. "If having Nicole as a mother makes my children more miserable than they already are, the next time I'll make sure I kill you." Meanwhile, Johnny ran away from home and found Rafe at the police station. "I want my mommy," the boy stated. Rafe contacted Sami, who showed up and had a moment with her son. "I am your one and only mommy," she insisted. "Promise me you will never do ths again." At the DiMera mansion, EJ and Stefano had their men search the grounds. EJ was furious with Stefano and Nicole for not taking better care of Johnny. Rafe finally called EJ and said Johnny was at the station. After getting into it with Sami and Rafe at the station, he took Johnny home. Sami confided to Rafe that Johnny didn't want Nicole to be his mother, and vowed he would get what he wanted.
Philip confronted Vivian about making Chloe think that Carly and Daniel were having an affair. Vivian denied it. "In spite of everything I find it very difficult to see you in pain," offered Vivian. "I absolve you of everything." Philip countered, "I don't absolve you. I'll see you in hell!" Vivian received a phone call with an enticing business offer and made plans to fly to Bermuda with Gus. Brady and Kate put their plan in motion to get Vivian out of the picture. While Vivian and Gus were on a flight to deal with supposed Titan business, they were pushed out of the plane!
Nathan told Stephanie he heard the truth about Parker and the blood work being switched. "Why would she meddle in Daniel and Chloe's life?" he wondered. "They're no concern of hers." Stephanie claimed ignorance. Nathan was called away as Kayla returned. She explained to Stephanie that her name was kept out of the reveal. "Nathan knows everything," she informed her mom, "and if he finds out I was a part of it my future with him is over." Stephanie vowed she was finished with her mom if Kayla said anything to Nathan. Kayla assured Stephanie she would keep quiet. Stephanie and Kayla visited Caroline, whose blood pressure shot up when she saw Stephanie. Nathan came in. After Caroline settled down, Nathan wondered what made Caroline upset. Kayla covered and refrained from telling Nathan about Stephanie's role in keeping the paternity secret. Stephanie revealed to Nathan that Philip was the father of Chloe's baby. In a talk with Maggie, Nathan commented that Melanie was better off without Philip.
Philip visited Melanie and encountered Maggie, who was furious at him because of his terrible behavior. After Maggie left, Melanie questioned Philip about his plans for Parker. "I don't know yet," Philip answered, "whatever is best for him." Melanie offered a suggestion. "I think I know what that is. I think you should do what you did with your other little boy and stay the hell out of his life before you hurt him just like you do everything else that you touch." Later, Nathan showed up at Melanie's door. Kayla told Stephanie she couldn't promise no one else will tell Nathan the truth, and later, Stephanie found herself face to face with Philip. "Have you heard about everything?" Philip questioned. "Do you have a minute?... I'd like to talk to you, about what you did."
Nathan visited Melanie. Looking at her tear-stained face, Nathan said, "I do not like seeing you hurt like this." Melanie confided, "I obviously didn't want to see what was right in front of me, that you were right, that he was wrong for me and that I made a big mistake." Nathan wanted to further comfort Melanie but she urged him to leave, and noted that he had a wedding to prepare for. Meanwhile, Philip figured out Stephanie knew all along that he was Parker's father. She pleaded with him not to let anyone know that because if Nathan found out, he might break up with her and reunite with Melanie. She pointed out that if that happened, it would ruin any chance Philip had of getting Melanie back. Philip promised not to tell Stephanie's part in it all. However, Nathan arrived in time to overhear the last part of their conversation. Later, Nathan slipped in and read an email Stephanie sent to Ian, telling him not tell anyone what they did. Stephanie modeled her wedding dress for Kayla. Soon after, Nathan, having learned all from Ian, burst in to confront Stephanie.
Alone with Parker, Chloe wept, "We're going to be a happy family again." Chloe answered a knock at the door and was surprised to see Kate. "Hello, Chloe. I've come to see my grandson," Kate taunted. Cradling Parker, Kate commented that he had dimples, just like his father. Chloe left the room to put Parker to bed and Kate quietly whispered to herself that she had plans for Chloe. Philip arrived and ordered his mom to leave. Chloe confided to Philip that she had no intention of leaving her and Daniel's home.
Bo and Hope sought help from Leo, an old merchant pal. Leo gave them his boat to use as an escape. "You two seem like a great team," Leo observed. "I'm out of here!" Alone with Hope, Bo shared, "This old tub kind of reminds me of the Fancy Face." Later, they dropped anchor in a secluded spot where they used to enjoy private time. Next, Bo and Hope tried to investigate via computer what Jane and Lee were up to. Meanwhile, Lee encountered Jennifer, who claimed she was working overtime in Jane's office. After Jennifer left, Lee snarled to Jane, "Nobody's that much of a go-getter! It's gotta be an act!... Maybe you should do a background check." Jane dismissed Lee's fears and insisted there was nothing for Jennifer to find out. Lee convinced Jane to start selling organs again in case they're caught and need money to skip town. Ben phoned Jane and pleaded he had important patient in desperate need of a kidney. Soon after, Ben expressed his frustration to Jennifer, who was was sympathetic. Jane called Ben and said she would deliver a kidney within the hour. Back on the boat, Bo and Hope discovered Jane making calls to someone on a secret cell phone, but were unable to find out who the number belonged to. Bo reminded Hope they made a good team and always have.
Vivian and Gus landed on a deserted island. Vivian tried to figure out their location. After a supply crate was airdropped to them, they realized they were going to be there for a while. Vivian vowed to weather the ordeal. She raised her fist and declared, "As Gus is my witness, I will survive!"
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"SONOR Drums and true perfection are parallel. Look, listen and feel for yourself!" (Mike Marsh)
Marsh started drumming in high school. In 2006, Marsh and Dashboard Confessional did an AOL Sessions recording, playing not only their songs, but a cover of "In A Big Country" by Big Country. Marsh also had a short stint in the Florida band Seville.
In addition to recording new material with Dashboard Confessional, Marsh recently recorded with the Las Vegas-based indie/alternative band A Penny for Jane.
He performed on their album in addition to producing it, playing drums and singing harmonies throughout the record as well as adding lead vocal parts to the songs "Okay", and "What was Ours."
Marsh also lent his talents to three tracks on folk-rock band The Avett Brothers' major label debut I and Love and You, which saw release in the second half of 2009.
He then made appearances with the band at some of their larger shows that year, notably their Charlotte homecoming, Halloween at the Ryman Auditorium and their annual New Year's Eve mini-tour.
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Sound is, in essence, our perception of the compression and rarefaction of air (pressure and vacuum, in crude terms). Yes, the compression and rarefaction do occur when a tree falls in a forest and there's no one to hear it, but the "perception" part does not.
When it comes to sound reproduction, an amazing variety of mechanisms have been used to recreate the peaks and troughs that make up sound-waves. The moving-coil driver (your basic cone-speaker) is the standard these days, but actually came upon the scene rather late, if you consider 1915 for Peter Jensen's Magnavox, "late". Jensen was preceded by 19th-century researchers like Siemens and Lodge, who devised speakers before the electrical era; there were also a variety of mechanisms with levers and fulcrums and even a few electrostats (which had a nasty tendency to short out spectacularly, due to a lack of suitable diaphragm materials).
Jensen's moving-magnet design was refined and defined (or "stolen", depending on your viewpoint) in a 1925 paper and subsequent patents by Rice and Kellogg, two researchers at General Electric. The magnetic field was still generated by a field-coil (electromagnetic) magnet assembly, as suitable permanent magnets didn't become commonly available until WWII and after. Many still find the sound of field-coils to be superior to those of permanent-magnet drivers; the last few years have seen field-coil drivers from Cogent, Shindo, Classic Audio, Lowther USA, and many other sources.
But I digress. Early electrical researchers noted the phenomenon of the "singing arc", in which the electric arc of carbon arc lighting created a constant, annoying humming sound. In 1899, English physicist/engineer William duBois Duddell was assigned the task of eliminating the hum, and discovered that by varying the voltage supplied to the arc, he could produce variable audio frequencies (
as seen here
). Duddell installed a keyboard-controller across the arc, creating a steam-age synthesizer-- without amplifiers or loudspeakers! The device was viewed as a novelty, and no practical application resulted. I assume SOMEONE got rid of that hum, as I never noticed such a noise from old carbon arc projectors.
Other novelties included compressed-air sound systems utilized by the military, and a horrific flame speaker, with which Beethoven was reproduced by a McIntosh amp and an oxy-acetylene welding torch?!? Well-known transformer-maker UTC was responsible for that device, based upon a modulation phenomenon first seen in theater lights, in 1858
per this article
. Interesting, how old-time light-sources often produced sound; you don't hear compact fluorescent units playing Diana Krall, these days. It might make her more approachable.
Hugo Gernsback's Radio Electronics magazine ran, in November and December 1951, two articles awkwardly translated from the French magazine Toute la Radio ("All Radio(s)") concerning the work of a French physicist named Siegfried Klein. What? He doesn't SOUND French??
At any rate, Klein conceived and developed a non-mechanical loudspeaker he called the "Ionophone". Klein's device was essentially an ionization unit contained within a quartz horn, coupled to a large,standard exponential horn. A platinum wire seated in the quartz horn acts as a cathode, and a high-frequency, high-voltage field of approximately 10-12,000 volts at 400 kHz is established between the wire and a cylindrical shield which surrounds it. The field generates emissions of ions (charged particles), and thus heat, which is contained within the quartz horn-throat by an insulative vacuum enclosure which prevents both conductive heat-loss and loss of charge. While complex to describe, the device was fairly simple. As Duddell did with the singing arc, Klein modulated the high-frequency field at audio frequencies, and, c'est voila, SOUND. Also UV and heat.
The articles showed a frequency-response graph indicating a relatively flat response of +/- 5db from 25-10,000 Hz, and the text indicated he speaker could reach "much higher frequencies...however, its output diminishes in the supersonic range." The articles also painted a picture, in gushing prose reminiscent of old Popular Mechanics articles, of a future filled with massless loudspeakers directly coupled to radio-receivers without detector stages, and stated, "the (unidentified) biggest French manufacturer of loudspeakers is tooling up for mass production of Ionophones."
If we ask Dr. Phil's question of "how's that workin' for ya?", the answer would appear to be, "not well", seeing as we are NOT surrounded by massless ionic loudspeakers. I have no knowledge of any Ionophones ever made in France; however, there were some commercial speakers produced based upon Klein's work.
One of the Klein-based speakers was
this guy here
, an Ionovac tweeter, made by the DuKane company in America, also licensed to Fane in England, as sold in the UK as the IonoFane. The 1962 Stereo/HiFi Directory (put out by Hi-Fi/Stereo Review, later Stereo Review, then Sound and Vision) lists this unit as costing $69.00 per pair. Response was listed as 3.5-20 kHz, with no indication as to the linearity. The DuKane unit was sold as shown, as an add-on unit; it was also sold as an add-on in a small enclosure, and as an element in four different full-range systems. The Ionofane unit was also utilized in an early Bowers & Wilkins (B&W) model.
Similar tweeters are made today by several German manufacturers, including Acapella and Lansche. Ironically, demonstrations indicate that the Germans often employ sizzly-sounding electronics to produce the spitty sibilance which is often heard as a national characteristic in German speakers--diminishing the ionic tweeter's greatest assets, its freedom from resonance and coloration!
There have been alternate takes in the world of massless speakers, most notably the Plasmatronics and a corona-wind variant built by Nelson Pass. More will be said about both, another day. While ionic/plasma speakers have so far been only an interesting novelty in the big wide world of audio, it may yet turn out that, in the words of Al Jolson, "you ain't heard NOTHIN' yet!"
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Gardeners, take note: the secret to growing hearty tomatoes is remarkably close at hand. Look no further than your fireplace and, er, your bladder.
According to a study from a group of environmental scientists at the University of Kuopio in Finland, human urine and wood ash make a reasonably potent tomato fertilizer, boosting plant growth and fruit yield dramatically over untreated plants and nearly keeping pace with conventional fertilizer. The research appears in the August 26 Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.
The idea did not come completely out of left field—urine and ash have individually found use in helping plants grow, and their beneficial aspects appear complementary on paper. A commonly used nitrogenous fertilizer called urea is prevalent in urine, and wood ash (the Finnish group used birch) is rich in nutrients, such as potassium and calcium, that urine lacks.
In the greenhouse test, urine alone actually produced more tomatoes than urine with ash did—and neither treatment produced quite as much as did the researchers' mineral fertilizer. But both urine-based fertilizers roughly quadrupled fruit production when compared to unfertilized control plants. The researchers estimate that the product of a single individual's micturition could fertilize 6,300 tomato plants a year, yielding more than two tons of fruit.
The addition of ash did confer some benefits—those plants were larger and grew fruit with significantly higher magnesium and potassium content. A panel of 20 taste testers rated all growing methods as equally tasty.
Some caveats, remain, of course. The urine in the Finnish study was stored in cool conditions for six months before use, and it is unclear what effects this had on its fertilizing properties. What is more, plants are often highly salt-averse, and it seems reasonable to think that the salinity of urine could be harmful at high enough doses.
Then there's the inevitable gross-out factor: The researchers caution that even though urine is usually free of the harmful microbes found in fecal matter, care should be taken to avoid direct contact between urine-based fertilizer and the plants themselves to prevent contamination.
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What a waste! If only I had known this, I would have started storing my urine as soon as I stopped wetting the bed. Give those Finns due credit. They're probably years ahead of the rest of the world in terms of urine storage. I bet they've got vats of the stuff!
Reply | Report Abuse | Link to thisCaution: Don't use power station ash.
In the Punjab the BBC reported power station ash treated in unlined pits contaminated the groundwater with uranium.
Would this "homemade" mix work with other plants besides tomatoes?
Reply | Report Abuse | Link to thisThe farmer next door planted his fields with potatoes this year and all my tomatoes keeled over with blight - but next year - I can hardly wait!
Reply | Report Abuse | Link to thisMany medications are excreted in the urine. You would be putting these medications in your soil. Many are already being found in our water supply.
Reply | Report Abuse | Link to thisGood point windhorse. To make a bad joke, maybe by "recycling" my meds I could save some money.
Reply | Report Abuse | Link to thisI live in Queensland Australia - and a 'bushy' friend of mine complained that I was using the 'dunny' too much (water is scarce here) and she suggested that I urinate in the garden...on trees...plants etc. Well I did - and began 'fertilizing' the lawn on a daily basis. However, after a couple of weeks the grass disappeared from my favored 'p' spot - subsequent research suggested I had over-fertilized with my daily streams and created a nitrogen burn hole in the lawn. Is this too much a a good thing - or should I add more water inorganically?
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Try pee pee on the cumbers too! Mine loved it! Squash too! I dilute 3 waters to 1 urine, and use as freshas possible, even houseplants benefit, and cheaper than the store bought stuff.
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I'm still running a 5970, I know she is long in the tooth but I cant seem to find a reason to replace it till now. There is a very good deal right now on a pair of Gigabyte GV-R787OC-2GD http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814125418 but I have to move fast, they wont be there long. And they say a pair of 7870's with the 12.11 drivers are excellent. Is it worth the upgrade? I'd sell my current 5970 and waterblock for 200-250?? so the upgrade will cost me about 100-150 so it's making hard not to, but if my FPS are only going to increase a few % then the money is better in the bank. Opinions
I replaced a pair of 5870 cards in crossfire with a single 7970 and I'm happy. Two 7870 cards are faster than a single 7970 in most cases. Hope that helps.
If your sure you will be able to sell your 5970 for that much then jump on it,remmber that 7870's have alot more overclock in them than a 5970.
So is there any real reason you need to upgrade right now? Just save for a next gen high end single card. SLI and CF can never be justified cost wise. Most expensive way of getting a small bump in performance.
$200 for the 5970 and waterblock? Yeah, the OP can get that. I got $250 for my 5870 cards not too long ago. Bitminers still love the higher-end HD 5000 cards.
Ohhhh. I forgot that. So maybe a 40% increase then, and as said above they can overclock more, so if you're optimistic, 50%.
First of all 7870 at 260$ is not such a great deal, for 30$ more you can get a 7950 which is in a different category. On the other hand 2 x 7870 at stock will smoke a 5970, throw some overclocking in the mix and it will be a mighty upgrade. If you want to make a comparison the 5970 is around GTX580 performance.
Thanks for the help... the link I posted is not the card deal just for reference. The cards are on sale at a local PC shop. I am certain I can move the 5970 so I think I'll do it. I'm just hesitant cause likely I'll see a decent boxing day sale on some 7970's and be piss'd And while I don't really need to upgrade it's just at 389.99 for the pair it's hard to say no and the longer I wait the less I'll get back on my 5970. I've ran a pair of 6870's for 4 months and they were excellent performers for teh $$$
why not try and grab the The 7870 XT cards the knock off 256 bit Tahiti GPUs news: http://www.techpowerup.com/177589/SAPPHIRE-HD-7870-XT-with-Boost-Announced.html $239 a pop http://www.directron.com/ax78702g2dhp3e.html Get Far Cry 3 free x2 sell them off for like $30 a pop and you end up paying $420-$440 for the two cards if you get $250 for your 5970 that drops you under $200 Newegg its a Rebate but same $239 PowerColor PCS+ AX7870 2GBD5-2DHPPV3E Radeon HD 78... 7870 XT Tahiti Le gives 97% of the 7950s performance but costs $60 less per card what to expect its cheaper than the 7950 and 3% slower the Tahiti LE route is also cheaper than NVIDIA's 660Ti sli option. but SLI seems to scale a bit better as of late.
Excellent chart.... Im off to buy them this morning so if all goes well I hope to be back after lunch to fire them up. If I'm not back by dinner than I have been trampled by the hoards last min shopping. I can get these for 209.99 each, a tad more money but I think better cards. Or maybe I just hate Gigabyte warranty service. XFX Radeon HD 7870 Double D 1000MHZ The Double D is supposed to have excellent cooling and better warranty than Gigabyte so might be worth the extra pennies. Or I can grab the Powercolor Radeon HD 7870 PCS+ MYST.(TAHITI LE) 2GB 6Gbps at 239.99 + 20.00MIR each or said Gigabytes for 389.99 ( one is open box and must buy pair to get price) If the powercolors are basically 7970's that didnt make the cut well this might be the way to go. I have some SSD's and a couple of 2TB Green drives I could sell off to make up the cash difference. Thanks for the links, going to give it a read. Merry Christmas!!!
hmm Probably too late to post but IMO - if you can hang on a little longer id grab a 8xxx series card when they come out later this year. a 5970 should still be pretty good for most games.
it does hold its own for most games..I find I run single monitor anyways triple is cool but a pita at times, my fear on holding out is the 5970 would be worthless by then. Plus to be honest I haven't bought anything all year other than a Intel 520 series SSD and a Laptop.
i still vote 7870 Tahiti LE, priced close to the 7870 but offers the performance of the 7950 out of box, drop an overclock on it bam should be close to older 925mhz 7970 in terms of 1 gpu to 1gpu, as far as crossfire scaling id expect it would be fairly similar untill you push resolutions like 2560x1600 that said it seems 2560x1600 performs worse than Eyefinity 57XX x 1080 or w.e etc resolutions aka seems eyefinity works better with multi gpu than big ass single monitor but thats just 1 case would need more to verify that.
I have one of those Windforce 3x overclocked 7870's and they are very nice, best cooler I have ever had, better than VapourX's and Twin Frozor's IMO, with just a very minor voltage tweak they sail at 1300mhz (mine did 1250 stock out of the box), have not tried to get more as yet but have heard that at 1.3V (max) some can do 1350 ish although I can't confirm that personally.
I went to grab the Gigabytes and sadly someone bought one, I like to run matched set's so I passed. After a bit of searching I found a nice pair of Sapphire's for a few bucks more They come factory at 1050 MHz so I hope there is room to squeeze a bit more out of them. Draining the loop and pulling the 5970 this morning and hope to have the 7870's in and running today.
I know I'm off topic but just to say, he can get $250 for the 5970. I got $295 for my POV TGT GTX460 1GB Charged Edition, Sold it September 8th 2012
thanks for the info, good to know Cards are in and my first run at stock clocks http://www.3dmark.com/3dmv/4478518 http://www.3dmark.com/3dm11/5361925


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