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Have you wondered what it's like to sail on of those tall-masted, vintage-looking clipper ships? The kind that pirates coveted? I thought the experience would be very cool, and I got my chance to find out. I sailed on the Star Flyer.
The stunning, 379-foot Star Flyer is a ship in the fleet of the Star Clippers cruise line. She is a graceful, tall-masted "clipper ship" with a dozen tall white sails and brass-and-teak decor. Yet for all its vintage beauty, this 170-passenger ship offers 21st-century comforts and luxuries. These clipper ships are an extraordinary sight to behold, as my wife Martina and I discovered when we arrived at Star Flyer's pier in Barcelona. Knowing that we'd be spending six nights on this bewitching ship made us feel adventurous...and lucky.
The Mediterranean Was the Lifeline of Early Civilization
As sailors from Phoenician times onwards have known, the Western Mediterranean is one of the world's great sea passages. For thousands of years, the warm, azure Mediterranean has moved history forward by connecting cultures and great ideas (just a few: the alphabet, law, monotheism, winemaking).
You could say that the Mediterranean was the ancient world's Internet...yet it's still one of the world's most important trade routes. And thanks to its sunshine, the Mediterranean is also one of the most beloved cruise routes. Its sunny ports beckon on every shore: Southern Europe, the western rim of the Middle East, and the ancient coast of North Africa.
Martina and I were about to explore a beloved patch of the "Western Med"—from Barcelona in Spain to Cannes in France—on a Star Flyer cruise. We couldn't wait to get onboard.
A Cruise Can Begin Anywhere
Our adventure is about to begin! We board Star Flyer in the dazzling city of Barcelona, a place that makes everyone feel good.
While our bags are being delivered to our cabin, we head for the outdoor bar on Star Flyer's main deck. Here, the crew welcomes is with smiles and complimentary drinks and snacks.
The passengers are all checking one another out, and the conversation starts to flow. We learn that most of us are Americans or Germans, mainly couples, generally Baby Boomers—though other nationalities and generations are represented. No kids on this voyage; they're permitted during "family week" cruises.
What to Wear
Once everyone's onboard, passengers participate in a brief safety drill on deck, clad in our orange life vests. Then we change for a welcome dinner in the dining room. Star Flyer never demands formal dress, like some ships. So "casual elegance" is the order of the day. You see polo shirts and Bermuda shorts on the gents, while most of the ladies dress up a bit for the evening.
A Gala Dinner Our First Night on Star Flyer
Our first dinner aboard is festive, with an impressive a la carte menu. We choose succulent lamb and pair it with house red wine. (On Star Clippers, food is part of your all-inclusive fare, but alcohol is generally extra.)
After dinner, we head up to Star Flyer's uppermost sun deck for our "sailaway" departure from Barcelona. It's dramatic: the crew slowly unfurl the sails to the violins of "Conquest of Paradise" by Vangelis, and we sail off into the Mediterranean night.
Romantic Clipper Ship Cabins Aboard Star Flyer
Our cabin is larger than we had expected. Decked out in beautifully polished wood panels and brass fittings, it contains a double bed, a desk, a closet, and a compact bathroom with shower.
Most classic of all, a round brass-rimmed porthole furnishes romantic views of the open ocean ahead.
Time to Explore Our Sailing Ship, Right Up to the Crow's Nest
We spend the rest of the morning exploring Star Flyer, enjoying the view of the Spanish coast, and learning about shore excursion options.
Star Flyer permits passengers to climb up the ship's rope riggings—one foot above the other, right up to the crow's nest lookout. This is the pinnacle of the point, and, everyone says, makes you feel powerful. Martina and I both have a go at the climb.
Don't Look Down
Ascending the rigging is not a very difficult climb—unless you look down. If you do, you're sure to lose your nerve. We both manage to make it to the crow's nest, then back down one foot at a time.
We've worked up an appetite, and point ourselves to the dining room for an early lunch buffet of seafood, grilled meats, and salads.
Mallorca: Off the Spanish Mainland and Off the Grid
We sail all night and into midday, and watch the beautiful, sun-swept island of Mallorca get closer and closer. After lunch, we dock in the island's capital and biggest town, Palma de Mallorca. Shuttle buses await to bring passengers to the old town, but we decide to walk.
Our decision is rewarded with unexpected sights like lovely flower-filled backstreets and crumbling stone windmills overlooking the port. We encounter a lively beer festival along the seafront and have a few tastes.
In the center of town, we visit the Banys Àrabs, an ornate Arabic sauna dating back to the 10th century. Yes, the 900s, the first of three centuries that Moors from North Africa occupied southern Spain.
A Social Evening Aboard Star Flyer
We return to the ship and make some new friends over a meal of steak frites. We watch a diverting fashion show in the tropical bar, then head up to the sun deck for a spot of late-night stargazing.
These are the same skies that guided ancient sailors across the Mediterranean as surely as today's navigation technology. Moorish astronomers gave many stars their Arabic names: Aldebaran, Andromeda, Betelgeuse, Deneb, Rigel, Vega, and hundreds more. Sailing on the Mediterranean, we feel like we're closer to history.
Menorca: A Small, Largely Untamed Island off Spain
It's day three, and we're in Menorca. We spend two hours lazily strolling around the clifftop capital, Mahon.
Then we join the first of our pre-arranged shore excursions, a bus tour called "Magic of Menorca." First order of business: a visit to Torralba d'en Salord, a prehistoric settlement that is home to some fascinating, mysterious stone constructions, like a smaller, sunnier Stonehenge.
Then we then progress to the highest point of Menorca, Monte Toro. The hill offers stunning views across the island and is home to a spectacular 17th-century neo-Gothic church.
We return to our ship in the evening and take part in the Star Flyer music quiz in the tropical bar. Hosted by cruise director Steffi Adels, it proves a huge hit with passengers. My team of two triumphs… in second place.
Could You Handle a Choppy Day at Sea?
Today is scheduled to be spent at sea, sailing from Spanish waters into Italian currents. But the Mediterranean is showing us who's boss. We toss and turn with the ship most of the night and wake up feeling a little queasy.
Most of the breakfast tables are empty, and we find out that most of our new friends on board are similarly affected with seasickness.
The Truth Is, a Small Ship Feels the Waves
We learned that this is one of the few downsides of a clipper vacation compared to a conventional cruise ship. The swells of the sea are felt much more keenly on a smaller and taller ship.
On the other hand, the small scale of a clipper ship has many advantages over a yacht-style cruise ship. Not least is the rare experience of sailing on a tall-masted ship, and the personal service and camaraderie you get on a small ship.
What to Do About Seasickness
To battle seasickness, many passengers pop meclizine pills, an updated form of the beloved Dramamine. Still others chew on candied ginger to soothe their stomachs. (There's scientific evidence that ginger works for nausea). And most passengers agree that the best place to be is horizontal in your cabin where you can "roll with it" and not fight it on your feet.
The bottom line: vacationers who are very prone to motion sickness, as well as those with limited mobility, may want to think twice before booking a clipper ship cruise. When the weather is good, you'll have a wonderful time, but if it's inclement you may run into some difficulties.
How We Weathered Our Stormy Day at Sea
Despite the choppy seas, which continued all day, we still made the most of our day. We read our books, watched a DVD from the ship library, and played cards. We even attempt a yoga session with the onboard instructor Robyn, though staying upright proved a challenge. But for the whole day, we feel a little out of sorts, making little use of the ship's lunch buffet or a la carte dinner. We're keen for dry land tomorrow.
Corsica: Fought Over by Italy and France, Now a Tourism Trophy
Today, we wake up just after sunrise to watch Star Flyer's approach to our next Mediterranean cruise destination, Corsica. The sea is significantly calmer today, but we're still glad to see land.
After a quick early-bird breakfast, we dock at Italian-influenced Bonifacio on the southern tip of the island. For centuries, Italy dominated Corsica, but it's now part of France. We learn that Corsica's most famous son, Emperor Napoleon, felt the winds of change and modified his family name from Buonaparte to Bonaparte.
This View Tells Us About Corsica's History, in One Look
We immediately climb the hill to explore the city's Haute Ville (Upper City). This enclave above the old town, on the site of an ancient fortress, is enchanting, with winding cobbled streets and stirring views out across the Mediterranean.
This is the view that Napoleon knew as a boy growing up in Ajaccio. His panorama didn't include Star Flyer, which we see in all her majesty in the bay.
When Plans Change, Grab a Scooter
Today's shore excursion had been canceled due to yesterday's wet, windy weather. So we decide to rent a scooter and take in a wider area of southern Corsica.
We spend several hours riding around the region, discovering some unexpected, lovely sights including the Pertusato lighthouse. We stop at Plage de Santa Giulia beach and swim in the crystal-clear water.
But perhaps our greatest discovery is the bay called Golfe de Figari, where we stop for a delicious fresh-caught seafood lunch overlooking the water. An unforgettable experience.
An Up-Island Hop in Corsica
Back on the ship, we set sail up the east coast of Corsica to our next destination: Calvi in northern Corsica. With the sea much calmer, we take advantage of Star Flyer's enjoyable at-sea routine. We savor a wonderful meal, have a drink in the bar to live piano accompaniment, and laze on deck, watching the ship's crew go about their work.
Arriving in Calvi the next morning, the contrast with Bonifacio is stark. Unlike the relatively flat terrain down south, the beaches perch against a dramatic backdrop of lush green mountains. What's more, a stroll through town reveals a distinctly French aura to this side of Corsica, in contrast to the Italian influence of the south.
A Coastal Train With Mesmerizing Views
We spend half of our day looking around Calvi itself, including the citadel. Then we take a rickety half-hour train to L'Île-Rousse. The track's route along the coast is spectacular and worth doing for the journey alone.
And I can wholeheartedly recommend a walk around L'Île-Rousse. This pretty town has a gorgeous beach and many quaint shops. Its handsome watchtower and lighthouse nearby was built by sailors from Genoa on Italy's northwestern coast. (The Genoese are great seafarers; their ranks include one Christopher Columbus.)
After a busy day ashore, we return to Star Flyer exhausted but happy. A quick and delicious dinner, then it's time to settle into the lulling rhythms of a calm night at sea.
Saint-Tropez: Where Russian Billionaires Rub Elbows With Rap Stars
Having sailed from Corsica to the French mainland overnight, today is our last full day or our Star Flyer voyage. We're determined to make the most of it. We awaken early to sunshine and a yoga session on deck and follow that with a filling breakfast.
In late morning, we anchor just off the shore of Saint-Tropez and take a tender—a shuttle boat —to the pier. As we get close to the town, it's easy to see why Saint-Tropez basks in a reputation as a luxury resort par excellence. It is lovely to behold.
A pretty harbor of bright fishing boats lines Saint-Tropez. Just beyond are posh boutiques and cafés that become nightclubs after dark. The marina's mega-yachts add a glitzy note to Saint-Tropez's French Riviera charm. On the rocky hills above town, cypress trees permit glimpses of elegant, clay-roofed white villas.
Where Rich Birds of a Feather Flock Together
We look forward to exploring Saint-Tropez and finding out why it's a magnet for the rich and famous. We soon decide that this town is mainly a place to see and be seen: people-watch is what you do in Saint-Tropez. We window-shop a bit in town, and we sense that quite a few of the tanned folks lounging at portside cafés are probably celebrities.
But we want to discover the historic side of this old French Mediterranean port. We set off to check out a centuries-old citadel and museum above the town. In the citadel's museum, we learn that Saint-Tropez's strategic harbor was fought over by powers far and wide. We are surprised to find out that Saint-Tropez was such a wealthy port town that it was an independent republic for a short time in the 1500s.
From the citadel hilltop, we stroll through the beautiful old cemetery and down to the coastal path. We discover that Saint-Tropez is a real town as well as a kind of members-only club for movie stars, musicians, and moguls with yachts.
As we stroll past Graniers beach, lined with private beach clubs, and along the fashionable promenade of the Baie de Canebiers, we laugh about just who may be hiding beneath giant sunglasses.
Farewell to Star Flyer
As late afternoon becomes evening, we catch a tender-boat transfer back to Star Flyer. We have hours to our final evening and dinner on board. The captain joins passengers for dinner, and the chefs go all out with a dazzling menu of langoustines (Mediterranean lobster) with Champagne.
Our Final Sailaway From Port
Sated with food and drink, we make our leisurely way to the top deck for our voyage's final unfurling of Star Flyer's sails, with a dramatic Vangelis anthem in the background.
We reflect on an incredible week on board a very special ship. It's sad to say goodbye, but it's fitting that we leave Star Flyer with another adventure on the horizon.
Tomorrow morning's disembarkation port will be the amazing French Riviera city of Cannes. And we'll happen to be there during the deservedly legendary Cannes Film Festival. We feel so sophistiqué!
Star Clippers Is the Un-Cruise
I can recommend a voyage on Star Clippers to anyone who savors authentic experiences, or who vows, "I'm not a cruise person." You're likely to find out that you're a Star Clippers person.
As is common in the travel industry, the Guest Author was provided with a complimentary cruise in order to describe Star Clippers. For more info, see our site's Ethics Policy.


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The iPad is a great portable device, and it's designed to work best when connected to the internet. With this in mind, Apple sells a iPad with Cellular connection (3G & 4G) for mobile internet browsing as well as the regular Wi-Fi only model.
You may have opted for the cheaper Wi-Fi iPad thinking that you'd never need to connect to the internet on that device. However, what if a few months down the road you start wishing you had paid £100 more to get a cellular model.
In fact you'll need to pay much nore than the additional £100 - you'll also pay for the data you use. Using an iPad with a built in SIM card is a lot like using an iPhone, you typically get the SIM card with the iPad, and sign up for a monthly or yearly contact. Some network providers enable you to sign up for daily tariffs.
Luckily you don't need a 3G/4G iPad at all, as long as you have an iPhone you can share its connection with your iPad.
How can I get 3G on my iPad via my iPhone?
"How do you get 3G/4G data on a Wi-Fi only iPad?" is a question many of our readers ask. It's actually perfectly possible to share an internet connection with your iPad from your iPhone using a feature called "Personal Hotspot". You get all the benefits of cellular iPad with the cheaper Wi-Fi model.
Personal Hotspot enables you to share the single SIM card (and contract) from your iPhone. So as well as saving on the price of the iPad, you also pay less per month.
Here's how to set up a Personal Hotspot on an iPhone and share the internet to your iPad:
How do I create a Personal Hotspot on an iPhone
You create a "Personal Hotspot" using your iPhone, and share the data connection with an iPad using either Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Creating a Wi-Fi hotspot turns your iPhone into a wireless router, so you connect to it as you would any other wireless hotspot. Whereas Bluetooth creates a direct connection.
To do this perform the following steps on the iPhone:
1) Tap Settings > Personal Hotspot.
2) Set Personal Hotspot to "On".
3) Check the bit where it says "Other users can look... under the name [name of Wi-Fi hotspot]."
4) Tap "Turn on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth."
5) Tap "Password" and enter a password (it must be at least 8 digits long).
6) Tap "Done."
To connect the iPad via Wi-Fi:
1) Open Settings on the iPad.
2) Tap "Wi-Fi".
3) Choose your iPhone name from the Wi-Fi list.
4) Enter your password.
Note that the Wi-Fi symbol next to your iPhone name in the list will be two linked circles, rather than the usual radio button.
Sometimes you might find it easier and more reliable to share the connection via Bluetooth than Wi-Fi. Follow these steps to connect your iPhone to your iPad and share the hotspot via Bluetooth.
To connect the iPad via Bluetooth:
1) Set up the personal Hotspot on your iPhone as in the first sequence.
2) Tap "Settings" and "Bluetooth."
3) Ensure that the Bluetooth setting is switched to "On."
4) Choose your iPhone from the Devices list.
5) Both the iPad and iPhone should display a message with a number on it. Check that the number is the same on both devices.
6) Click "Pair" on both the iPad and the iPhone.
You should now be able to use mobile data from your iPhone to your iPad, and use the internet and web as normal. As you use the data connection on your iPad the iPhone will display a blue banner at the top of the screen with "Personal Hotspot: 1 Connection." Tapping this blue banner at any time takes you to the Personal Hotspot settings so you can quickly disable the Personal Hotspot.
You're not supposed to share a Personal Hotspot to your iPad all the time, so it'll disconnect when you connect to another Wi-Fi or Bluetooth device. It's worth noting that it won't re-connect automatically either, you need to go through the process of opening up the Personal Hotspot settings and connecting from the iPad (and you can only connect when you are on the Personal Hotspot settings screen, and when your iPhone is awake - not in sleep mode).
Problems with setting up a Personal Hotspot
There are a couple of things you should be careful of when sharing a personal hotspot:
> Check if your mobile phone contract supports this feature, if not you could be charged separately for the data (and data bought by the MB can be very expensive).
> Some mobile phone companies allow data sharing as an add-on or extra service. If you do not have this it may interfere with your Phone. Three (3) for example blocks all data on your iPhone if you attempt to set up a Personal Hotspot without an add-on. You can only use your iPhone to access the internet by turning it off and on again.
> Be careful of the amount of data you use. The iPad can use more data than the iPad (and a Mac even moreso). So be sure to use it as needed and switch it off when it's not required.
What if I don't have an iPhone?
If you don't have an iPhone then you can look into sharing the data from your mobile phone to an iPad. Both Android and Windows phones enable creating a Personal Hotspot in their own settings, although if you have an older phone you should be careful which contract you're on (and if it charges a lot for data).
If you don't have a phone with a good data connection then you can also invest in a mobile 3G hotspot device, like this Three MiFi. You can purchase a SIM card for this and use it to create your own Wi-Fi hotspot that you carry around with you. They're pretty neat and you can use them for all your devices, not just the iPad.


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Is DIRECTV NOW's beta app becoming just like DIRECTV Satellite? Some viewers think so because the streaming service is now incorporating DIRECTV channel numbers to its beta app.
Last year, AT&T announced its intention to make its DIRECTV NOW and DIRECTV app experience the same. The communications giant recently updated DIRECTV NOW's Fire TV apps. Some new channel numbers now show up, including MSG Networks. It now shows in the guide as channels 634 and 635. Many believe that AT&T is building the back end of DIRECTV NOW and DIRECTV Satellite into one service.
So, why would AT&T do this? Better security and reliability would be the obvious answer. On the security end of things, it would make DIRECTV NOW less prone to hacking than a standing shared service. As to reliability, performance issues such as slow or dropped service could be fixed. This would be good news for everyone who enjoys AT&T's DIRECTV NOW streaming services.
Rumor has it that AT&T plans to release a home version of DIRECTV NOW with a set-top box. The company's reason for this is to provide a simple device that allows users to easily watch their favorite shows. This device could feature channel numbers that are very much like traditional pay-TV. Once these projects become a reality, AT&T plans to offer satellite internet.
This news proves that things just keep getting better for DIRECTV NOW's beta app. All of the improvements mentioned above will be exciting additions to DIRECTV NOW. AT&T also continues to acquire a wide variety of local TV affiliates then adds them to this app. This makes for an exciting future ahead for DIRECTV NOW users. These improvements also might continue to gain a growing share of the streaming business for AT&T.


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WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 (UPI) — A young boy was doodling a portrait of the iconic anime Sailor Moon when the real thing – a woman dressed as the magical girl who befriends a talking cat – showed up in the staid Library of Congress.
At a workshop Thursday on cosplaying — dressing up as characters in movies or animations — 6-year old Liam Hunnicutt, wearing a ghost warrior costume with silver mask, learned how to draw Sailor Moon, a classic female superhero in Japanese anime from the 1990s who wears a sailor suit with big pink bow.
"Liam really likes anime," said Liam's mother Bridget Hunnicutt. "We haven't seen [Sailor Moon] before, but it was fun to draw."
The event was part of the Library of Congress' celebration of East Asian pop culture, which has been enjoying new popularity in the United States and other western countries — as have Japanese comics and video games.
"In the past couples of years, [cosplaying has] become a lot less like a closet subculture and just thrust into the main light," said Rebecca Hawk, a professional cosplay performer who dressed in Sailor Moon's trademark outfit. "It's cool to be a nerd now."
Hawk, a cosplay fan since 2001, said she used to hide her collection of anime-themed merchandise for fear of being ridiculed by others. Today, other fans like her are excited to see the button of Sailor Moon on her bag — and her car, which is decorated with attention to comic detail.
A frequent speaker at cosplay conventions and make-up panels, Hawk said she enjoys perfecting her crafts and sewing her costumes.
"[When] you pass on the love of sewing, you pass on the love of the culture, the fun and the creativity of the anime community," she said.


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MySQL simple select - PreparedStatement execute() returns true if not found?
The idea:
The user registers himself on the website providing an e-mail address. The system checks if this e-mail is already registered on the database.
The problem:
Well, from my understanding, PreparedStatement.execute() should return false if there are no results, but it's always returning TRUE, even though there's nothing on the table.
According to this: Statement (Java 2 Platform SE v1.4.2)
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public boolean userExists(String email) throws SQLException { Database.stmt = Database.conn.prepareStatement("SELECT * FROM " + "glconnect_users" + " WHERE email=?"); Database.stmt.setString(1, "firstname.lastname@example.com"); boolean exists = Database.stmt.execute(); Database.stmt.close(); return exists; }
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Re: MySQL simple select - PreparedStatement execute() returns true if not found?
I think its true because it still returns a ResultSet object, even though there are no results in the ResultSet. Try invoking the getResultSet() method and you will get a non-null object.
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Re: MySQL simple select - PreparedStatement execute() returns true if not found?
Read the API for PreparedStatement - you are executing a query, which always returns a ResultSet, thus execute() will always return true. You could call getResultSet or call executeQuery and use the returned ResultSet to check the query result. Lastly, it would be better practice to reform your query away from SELECT *, perhaps something like SELECT count(email) would be more appropriate
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7th October 2016, UK
Fibre-based composites are becoming increasingly important in the manufacture of automotive components. These new materials look set to continue their penetration of the automotive sector, and their large-scale use in mass-production cars, trucks and other vehicles is being widely predicted.
Automotive Composites: The make-or-break decade for carbon and natural fibres, a new report from Textile Media Services published in September 2015, reviews the use of composites in the automotive sector and assesses how far these materials are from being used in mass vehicle production.
Written by Adrian Wilson, this in-depth report, with around 250 pages and more than 50 tables, provides a sustainable roadmap for the automotive composites industry for the next decade and beyond.
It includes detailed analyses of the production and markets for carbon fibres, glass fibres and natural fibres, and profiles of leading suppliers of these input materials.
The global composites industry - around 90% of which is currently glass fibre-based - is now worth an estimated Euro 80 billion, and over the past five years, automotive and transportation has grown to become its biggest sector by tonnage.
Composite materials have been used for non-structural car parts since the 1950s. In recent decades, automotive interiors have been increasingly produced from thermo-plastics, with semi-structural parts now widely made from thermoset composites.
In the aircraft, boat building and racing/sports car sectors, the use of carbon fibre composites has grown rapidly in recent years. In the aerospace industry, for example, carbon fibre-based composite parts in the aircraft body now account for more than 50% of the total weight of the latest models, such as the Airbus A380 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
In general, composite materials are lighter in weight than steel or aluminium, which provides engineers with a lightweight alternative for use in a wide range of automotive structures and components. High strength and lighter weight leading to better fuel efficiency are the key benefits that composites offer the automotive sector; greater design flexibility, enhanced aesthetics and improved durability are other advantages.
But there are several reasons why advanced composites have not been more widely adopted by the automotive industry. The key stumbling block is price, while the availability and future supply of carbon fibres is another issue that is being addressed by fibre producers.
Many companies, from carbon fibre suppliers through to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), are now entering the market, with a wave of partnerships and joint ventures announced over recent months. Meanwhile, there are on-going attempts to replace glass fibre with natural fibres, such as flax and hemp.
The burning question preoccupying the automotive industry is just how far carbon can succeed in replacing today's metal structures.
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The report features profiles of leading suppliers and users of carbon, glass and natural fibres, including:
Lamborghini McLaren, BMW, Toray Industries, Toho Tenax, Mitsubishi, SGL, Hexcel, Zoltek, Owens Corning, Johns Manville, 3B, PPG Industries, AGY, EcoTechnilin, Borgers, AFT Plasturgie.
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|Photograph, [1955], (New York, N.Y.), of Joseph A. DeLaine, Sr., Roy Wilkins, Eleanor Roosevelt, and others, Civil Rights Rally
Black-and-white photograph taken in 1955 in New York, New York, of a Civil Rights rally in Madison Square Garden. The individuals in the photograph, identified by a note on the reverse, right-to-left in the photograph are Tallulah Bankhead, Autherine Lucy, Eleanor Roosevelt, Reverend Joseph A. DeLaine, Sr., Gus Courts, Roy Wilkins, and an unidentified man.
"Right to Left: Talulah Bankhead, Autherine Lucy, Elanor Roosevelt, Rev. J.A. DeLaine, Gus Courts, Roy Wilkins, and Unidentified Man"--verso photograph.
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Camille Juban has claimed the 2015 American Windsurfing Tour (AWT) title, at Maui, Hawaii.
In Heat 43, Kevin Pritchard knew he had to give his best to keep fighting for the prestigious trophy. But Siver, Campello and Roediger were also battling for a victory on the Pacific island.
Pritchard started well, landed a few airs and displayed his beautiful full roundhouse cutbacks. However, Levi caught the best wave of the heat, and Ricardo convinced the judges with his stunning aerials. Juban couldn't be happier.
The sailor from Guadeloupe watched his direct opponent, Kevin Pritchard, failing to advance to the decisive finals of the wave windsurfing competition. As a result, Juban celebrated the season's title.
The NoveNove Maui Aloha Classic need a winner, though. So Kauli Seadi and local star Morgan Noireaux went for the ultimate showdown. Noireaux decided to wait for the bombs of the day, and Seadi rode an 8+ point wave. A Super Final had to be called.
This time, Morgan put the nail in the coffin with two solid scores, and successfully defended his 2014 title at Hookipa.
"It feels amazing. To be honest, I thought I'd got a first and a second there for a little bit, so it's nice to find out I'd won. I saw Kauli going for the little insiders, but I didn't think it was worth it because I had a solid set wave in the bag already, so then I was just trying to find another wave like that opening one," explained Morgan Noireaux.
"I just didn't wanna start going goiters and what not on the inside - I just wanted to get some decent turns. Overall though it didn't feel like I waited that long, but I'm happy that the bit of patience I showed in waiting for the bigger sets ones paid off."
Jake Schettewi won the overall 2015 AWT Youth title, and Sarah Hauser conquered the 2015 AWT Women's title.


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It's like skiing, right? A bad day MTBing is still better than a good day at work.
At least you guys are learning your way around. I can't wait to try out some of the trails over there!
Another good ride at the Nass. Met up with johnnypoach and powhunter and I found myself as the tour guide. I almost contemplated taking them on the usual loop, but I figured we try the route we had planned. Didn't go so well.
First mile went fine - the normal entrance by the cemetery. Once on the doubletrack, I went too far right and we found ourselves back at the cemetery. We then did the little twisty loop north of Scoville. We then crossed and explored a new area (for me) south of Scoville and then made our way back to the packing area. The batteries in my GPS died so that didn't help us. At least I learned where not to turn...
After saying bye to the guys I did that little loop north of the lot again. A great ride. We didn't exactly have the epic journey I wanted, but had fun tooling around the Lamson corner area. Steve wiped in typical fashion several times and scored some new war wounds just as the old ones were healing...
The Two Wheeled Amphibious Assault rolls on...
It's like skiing, right? A bad day MTBing is still better than a good day at work.
At least you guys are learning your way around. I can't wait to try out some of the trails over there!
"Everyone seems to have a clear idea of how other people should lead their lives, but none about his or her own." ~ Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist
Sounds like it was a short ride, but at least you got out. Brian and I can show you that other route we know and can probably find a way to extend it so it will make another good RAW route.
Nice ride!!! Greg is riding like a FN madman!!!!! Looks like those guys from crankfire inspired ya to get to the next level.....anyways I was impressed.....sorry if my lagging slowed you down.....I really like that place...hope to hit it often!!
No lagging at all. After that little loop I did after you guys left, I was more than satisfied. The humidity really zaps your energy. A little sore today, actually. Glad we opted for the evening. A 3 pm ride would not have been a good idea. Plus it was a little cooler, but still damp.
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The tech world is having itself a little freak-out over the news that iPhones using iOS4 (the latest operating system) have been saving users' location data whenever they make a cell call. Alasdair Allan and Pete Warden discovered a hidden file in the phone's operating system that keeps track of where the user has been. It is accessible through synced computers and the device itself. The file also tracks iPad users, but those egomaniacal perverts probably like that. Here's a handy guide on what you can do about Steve Jobs being all up in your Kool-Aid without even knowing the flavor.
Encrypt data through iTunes
According to Allan and Warden, an immediate step you can take is to go into iTunes, click on your device and select "Encrypt iPhone Backup" under "options." Another immediate step you can take is to throw your iPhone in a river and live in your panic room.
Make a map from your hidden data
This app turns all of Apple's creepy info on you into a visually pleasing map.
Download an app that attacks the file
This app eliminates the location data from the original file. Your iPhone has to be jailbroken first, and Gizmodo says that it's just a "band-aid." So be careful.
Blog about where you've been
Gawker's Adrian Chen sees a new trend emerging: people making maps of their once-hidden location data and posting it on the internet for all to see. It's a really handy way to be an insufferable, bragging jackwad: "Hey Apple, why exactly do you need to know that I'm in Fiji? (It's because I'm an insufferable, bragging jackwad, that's why)."
Write a letter to Steve Jobs
Senator Al Franken did, and so can you! Steve Jobs has an email address that is publicly known (firstname.lastname@example.com), so go ahead and ask him about this hidden file! We've sent the following letter:
From: Greene, Nick
To: email@example.com
Sent: Thu 4/21/2011 2:14 PM
Subject: iOS4 Location Data Inquiry
People are bugging, like totally freaking about this. We're chill 'cause we don't have an iPhone, but we still have to ask:
What's going on, dude?
Nick Greene
We here at Runnin' Scared are looking out for your privacy, America. Follow the preceding steps in order to look out for your own.
How Apple tracks your location without consent, and why it matters [ars technica]
This article from the Village Voice Archive was posted on April 21, 2011


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Most of Surrey and Burnaby and some neighbourhoods in Vancouver are examples of what a new report is calling "childcare deserts" that exist across the country.
Among 116,000 children in Metro Vancouver, 62,000 live in these "daycare deserts," according to the report.
It defines a childcare desert as postal codes where there are three or more children per licensed daycare.
Iglika Ivanova, a CCPA senior economist, said in an interview that the report is the first of its kind to compare all the country's licensed daycare spaces with the number of children in each postal code.
Many studies have looked at the high cost of childcare, but not at the availability of spaces across the country, she said.
"The report says that it is really important to pay attention to the availability of childcare spaces as well as the price," Ivanova said in a phone interview in Vancouver.
According to the report, the area in Metro Vancouver with the highest proportion of children living in a childcare desert is Surrey, at 94 per cent.
(The worst in the country is Saskatoon, with 100 per cent of children living in a childcare desert.)
"(Surrey's) 29,080 children have access to only 7,325 licensed childcare spaces," the report says. "Almost all of the city is a childcare desert, with only the southern sections nearest to White Rock having slightly higher coverage rates of 42 per cent."
Elsewhere in Metro Vancouver, 71 per cent of children in Burnaby live in a childcare desert. Within Vancouver, neighbourhoods such as Kitsilano, Kensington and Riley Park are also considered "largely childcare deserts."
Neighbourhoods doing better, at about one licensed space per child, are the University of B.C., north Richmond, and southern areas of West Vancouver and North Vancouver.
The report explains that the idea of a "childcare desert" is similar to that of a "food desert," which is described as a community without adequate access to healthy and affordable foods. The term is borrowed from the Center for American Progress and Child Care Aware of America.
Ivanova said one of the big trends the report found is that provinces that are more involved in fee setting or in planning and funding have better coverage rates and better access to childcare than provinces that leave it entirely up to the free market.
Ivanova said the report doesn't explain why childcare deserts exist or why a city such as Victoria is doing so well at matching demand for childcare with access to available spaces. Victoria, as well as cities such as Laval and Charlottetown, have no childcare deserts, according to the report.
"We expected to see big regional variations," she said. "It's interesting to see how big the variations are within cities."
Data was collected in March and April from publicly accessible provincial websites that provide licensing information and help parents find daycare.
The report doesn't include data on unlicensed home daycares because no comprehensive lists exist of those providers. As well, it doesn't include the use of nannies or the number of parents who stay at home to take care of a child.
Data is only for children who are not of school age. After-school care or spaces for children in kindergarten or older grades are not included.
"Canadians should have access to affordable childcare near where they live, no matter where they live," the report says. "Our research into childcare deserts shows that is not the case in far too much of the country."
The report found that the lowest coverage rates are often rural areas within cities and suburbs.
"This supports the pattern of parents commuting to work with young children, but it cannot tell us if they are choosing to do this for convenience or if it is a result of a lack of care spaces closer to home," the report says.
"It also cannot help us determine whether suburban parents are putting their children in unlicensed home care, as no comprehensive list of unlicensed spaces exists."
Data for the report was compiled from 13,798 daycare centres, 2,622 homes, and 368 home care agencies that provide 716,850 licensed spaces.


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In the last ten years the world of sales has changed significantly. Competition is keener – products are more complex – market changes are more rapid. As a result, a sales person has to know more and know it at a higher level of competency than ever before. And, if one is "keeping one's ear to the ground" the rumblings of more changes can clearly be heard.
One of the consequences of these changes is a new set of demands on those that are responsible for buying sales training. Standard questions like: What are our priority needs? What should we buy? And how much should we pay for it? – all have different answers today vs. yesterday.
What are our high priority needs? Historically buyers exclusively brought sales skills training around identified topics like: sales strategy, call execution, and negotiation. Why?
First and foremost, Training Directors were responding to the need to address specific skill sets that were identified as deficient. Secondarily, that is how sales training vendors organized their sales training offerings. Today, however, Training Directors are getting a new type of request.
In today's world, VPs of Sales are asking for sales training programs that can help their sales team to drive the company's strategic sales initiatives – for example, how does a company move from selling individual products to selling an integrated solution.? This requires a different type of program.
While there is still a need for topic programs to master the sales essentials like how to plan and execute a call. An emerging answer to the "priority need" question is – sales training is needed to help companies achieve theirs strategic sales initiatives. The good news is such programs have been developed and the results look promising.
What to buy? If one were to time travel back 20 years, there were half dozen plus sales training companies on the landscape. In fact, they were the companies that started modern-day sales training.
Fast forward to the present – the landscape has changed dramatically. Today, someone wanting to buy sales training could easily spend a morning on the web reviewing options. So, one difference is simply the number of viable training vendor options available.
A second difference is around instructional designs. In the past all the programs were strikingly similar in design – PowerPoint driven with customized cases, role plays, and exercises. Today more versions of that type of program are available but more importantly new instructional designs have been introduced – ranging from e-learning programs to sales simulations to custom programs designed to address specific strategic objectives.
How much should we pay for it? Sales leaders know the contribution a world-class sales force can make to the bottom line. And, they recognize effective sales training is a significant piece of the puzzle for achieving that goal. The problem is a gap has developed between what is needed and what is affordable.
Historically the classic approach for purchasing sales training has been a "per head" fee model. A company purchased the training and, although there are other costs such as design and instruction, the largest cost factor related to how many people attended the program. The more people … the more money. Most importantly the per-head fee obligation was forever.
Many companies can no longer afford this arrangement. The demand for sales training is too great; and money is too limited. One innovative option that has emerged for addressing this dilemma is moving from a "per head" model to a license-to-use.With this approach, companies do not pay their training partner year after year for every sales person attending the program. Rather, they pay a one-time license fee that includes all the materials necessary to customize and deliver the program to their sales force. Significant savings are achieved immediately and grow as time progresses.
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Sometimes I stare at this screen for so long I think my eyes might turn into rectangular shapes. Willing words to flow into this box, but sometimes it doesn't happen so easily. And that's OK, sometimes just the recipe will do. So here it is.
I love granola, however recently my teeth have been super sensitive and I find most granola is too crunchy for my soft teeth. Once in a while, I'll treat myself and ignore the sensitivity so I can enjoy one of my favourite things. This granola has a bit of everything, just the way I like it.
Whenever I cook quinoa, I cook WAY too much, and sometimes don't know what to use the leftovers for. This is a great recipe to use it up. Oh, don't forget this one too.
Good Morning Granola (v) (gf)
Makes one extra – large glass jar
250g organic oats (I used certified gluten-free)
200g cooked quinoa
70g almonds
50g hazelnuts
60g mixed seeds (I used pumpkin, pine and sunflower)
2 tablespoons chia seeds
50g cacao nibs (optional)
30g fresh ginger (grated)
2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 scant teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons coconut oil
80ml maple syrup / agave
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
*1 egg white* – I used this as I find it helps the granola clump together. If you want your granola vegan, just leave it out.
Preheat oven to Gas Mark 3 / 180 C and line a baking tray with greaseproof paper.
In a large bowl, mix all the dry ingredients, add grated ginger.
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We are very excited about the opportunity for folks to switch from D or R on their Voter Registration to Green, Libertarian, Independent or OTHER... anything to send a message to these fat cats in Washington... their fun is coming to a close! OUR TIME IS NOW!
so come on out and learn about ANOTHER option while having some fun and checking out some great art work! There will be live painting going on and Vegan Food served on Saturday between 5 and 7, before the band: DIFFERENT PLACES IN SPACE rocks our socks off! DJ BIG C will be providing the tunes during the day on Saturday while someones iPod will do the job on Friday LOL !
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Catholic social teaching is a central and essential element of our faith. Its roots are in the Hebrew prophets who announced God's special love for the poor and called God's people to a covenant of love and justice. It is a teaching founded on the life and words of Jesus Christ, who came "to bring glad tidings to the poor . . . liberty to captives . . . recovery of sight to the blind"(Lk 4:18-19), and who identified himself with "the least of these," the hungry and the stranger (cf. Mt 25:45). Catholic social teaching is built on a commitment to the poor. This commitment arises from our experiences of Christ in the eucharist.
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"Then God said: Let us make human beings in our image, after our likeness. Let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, the birds of the air, the tame animals, all the wild animals, and all the creatures that crawl on the earth.
God created mankind in his image; in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them." (Genesis 1:26-27)


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Two major UK church investment organisations have welcomed a new code designed to encourage responsible investment.
The Central Finance Board of the Methodist Church (CFB) and its sister organisation, Epworth Investment Management, have endorsed the Financial Reporting Council's Stewardship Code and signalled their intention to become Code signatories.
Chief Executive Bill Seddon said: "Engagement and informed dialogue with companies lies at the heart of our investment approach. A Christian approach to investment focuses on our role as stewards. The Stewardship Code provides a valuable context for enhancing the responsibilities of ownership".
However, some companies have encouraged Methodist, Anglican and other church bodies to be more bold and justice-oriented in their investment and divestment policies, citing oil companies as among those who should be put under more financial pressure.
The CFB and Epworth say they both seek to invest in "well managed companies that deliver sustainable growth to shareholders and which operate to the highest standards of corporate governance and ethical behaviour."
The CFB and Epworth also state that they wish to integrate engagement with companies on financial, ethical, social, environmental and governance performance as part of their investment decision making.
Both institutions already comply with the Code. They are currently reviewing the seven principles contained within the Stewardship Code and will make a more informed statement of compliance in the near future.
Britain's major churches control investments worth in the region of £12 billion. This is a significant stake in the wider economy. A sizeable proportion of these funds is tied up in pensions, buildings and salaries.


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Any surf in Albufeira« on: March 09 2006 16:03:00 »
My girlfriend and I are trying to book a holiday to the Algarve. She wants to go to Albufeira. Could anyone tell me if there is any surf in Albufeira or nearby.
Thanks. Neil.
RE: Any surf in Albufeira« Reply #2 on: March 10 2006 11:03:00 »
Thanks kitecan. My level is pretty basic. clean little waves on a beach break would be perfect We might hire a car and hopefully get some (waves) somewhere near Albufeira. Any expert advice would be much appreciated. Cheers, Neil.
RE: Any surf in Albufeira« Reply #3 on: April 02 2006 04:04:00 »
I will be in Albufeira (Club Med) end of April. My surf is pretty good and I am wondering if there is any good quality waves close by. I know Sagres but a little bit far for a quick surf as I will be with family.
Thanks for advizing some good spots.
RE: Any surf in Albufeira« Reply #4 on: April 04 2006 10:04:00 »
Just wondering if you have had any replies on surf in Albuferia?
RE: Any surf in Albufeira« Reply #5 on: July 17 2007 14:07:00 »
I heard the guys from algarve-watersport.com pick up people in albufeira for surfaries to the west coast.
RE: Any surf in Albufeira« Reply #6 on: April 02 2009 05:04:00 »
Hi its a little late but my mate has a company where they pick u up and take ya where there surf is!ill get the site on here asap


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By: Susan G. Komen
You know this is the time of year when we are surrounded by tons of information about breast cancer. Some good, some bad. The internet can be a huge help, but it is also filled with myths about breast cancer. And while your friends and family members have the best intentions to give you information to protect you, not everything you hear is true. Sometimes it's hard to tell the difference between the good and the bad. Here, we tackle 10 common myths about breast cancer.
Myth: Wearing deodorant causes breast cancer.
Fact: Lucky for us (and those around us), this is not true. While there have been some reports that chemicals found in deodorants and antiperspirants can enter the skin and cause changes in breast cells that could lead to cancer, the research to date does not support a link between deodorant use and breast cancer risk.
Myth: Wearing a bra causes breast cancer.
Fact: Don't worry; you can keep wearing your bra (if you want). Scientific evidence does not support a link between wearing an underwire bra (or any type of bra) and breast cancer risk. There is no biological reason why the two would be linked.
Myth: Injury or trauma to the breast, like getting hit in the breast, can cause breast cancer.
Fact: While we never want to get hurt, the good news is there is no evidence to support a link between trauma or injury to the breast and the risk of breast cancer.
Myth: Having a family history of breast cancer means "I WILL" get breast cancer.
Fact: A family history of certain types of cancer can increase your risk of breast cancer. However, most women with breast cancer don't have a family history of the disease. In fact, only about 13 percent of women with breast cancer have a close relative (mother, sister or daughter) with breast cancer. Also, even if you don't have a family history, be aware because you can still get breast cancer! In fact, most people diagnosed with breast cancer are at average risk and we don't know which factors came together to cause the cancer.
Myth: Breast cancer always forms a lump.
Fact: Most people know that a lump in the breast may be a sign of breast cancer, but there are actually seven other warning signs you need to know about! And did you know that six of the eight warning signs are visual changes that cannot be felt?
Myth: Men don't (or can't) get breast cancer.
Fact: Men may not think of themselves as having breasts. For men, it's their chest or their "pecs," but the fact is men have breast tissue. So, men can get breast cancer! In 2015, about 2,350 new cases of invasive breast cancer and 440 breast cancer deaths are expected among men in the U.S.
Myth: Young women don't get breast cancer.
Fact: The truth is all women are at risk of breast cancer! Although rare, young women can get breast cancer, even in their 20s! However, fewer than five percent of all breast cancers diagnosed in the U.S. occur in women under 40.
Myth: If a woman is pregnant she can't get breast cancer.
Fact: Sadly, this is not true. Breast cancer is actually the most common cancer in pregnant and postpartum women. When women are pregnant or breastfeeding, their breasts are naturally more tender and enlarged, which may make it harder to find a lump or notice other changes.
Myth: Putting a cell phone in your bra can cause breast cancer.
Fact: You can relax a bit because studies have found no increase in the risk of breast cancer or other types of cancer from cell phone use.
Myth: If I eat right, don't smoke, exercise and don't drink alcohol I won't get breast cancer.
Fact: A person can do everything "right" and still get breast cancer. For breast cancer, most risk factors that we have some control over, like exercising and eating healthy only have a small effect on risk. This means there is no one behavior that will prevent breast cancer.
Now that you know the truth, pass it on. Share what you've learned and help stop the spread of myths that can unnecessarily cause people worry and concern. Visit komen.org for current, safe and accurate breast cancer information. Or if you want to talk to someone in person, call our breast care helpline at 1-877 GO KOMEN (1-877-465-6636). A trained and caring staff member is here to assist you Monday-Friday from 9:00am -10:00pm ET. You can always count on us as a source of trusted information!
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RCI is the world's largest timeshare Exchange Holiday provider in the world. With almost 4,500 affiliated resorts in more than 100 countries – together with access to selected accommodation in brands from our group companies, including James Villa Holidays, Cottages.com, Landal GreenParks and our cruise partners – you won't find as much variety with anyone else when it comes to destinations and experiences.
If you already own a timeshare and would like to get more from it in terms of holiday choices and membership benefits, joining RCI gives you access to almost 4,500 properties at its affiliated resorts, in more than 100 countries. Adding your timeshare week to our network of Exchange Holiday accommodation could bring you one or more holidays in destinations worldwide – all for the same exchange fee per property, per week.
Depending on the membership option you choose (RCI Weeks or RCI Points), and the size, location and demand for your unit and week, your timeshare is allocated an RCI trading power or points value. You simply book a holiday worth the same value or less and pay your exchange fee. If you want a really special holiday for a family group or perhaps to stay in a resort above your trading power or points value, RCI lets you combine your weeks from one use year to another, or to save and borrow from your points annual allocation, to get away on a dream holiday.
You can always 'trade down' as well, meaning a high-value ownership week can be swapped for two or three lower 'value' RCI exchange holidays.
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Americans would help finance the towering costs of finding and removing hazardous lead paint from older homes in Baltimore and elsewhere around the country by paying about $15 more for their car batteries, under legislation being introduced in Congress today.
Rep. Benjamin L. Cardin, D-Md., said the bill he drafted would raise $1 billion a year for lead-paint abatement by levying an excise tax on continuing uses of lead.
Environmentalists and health advocates hailed the bill, co-sponsored by Rep. Henry Waxman, D-Calif. The congressmen also joined last week in proposing another lead bill. That legislation would set a federal standard for lead in drinking water and would require that new homeowners and tenants be notified there may be lead paint in their homes.
Cardin's lead tax bill is likely to be opposed by the lead industry and by makers of car and truck batteries, the chief continuing use of the metal.


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It's not very often that you get an opportunity to spend a day in a different country. Doing so in Europe is easier, granted, but outside of Christmas shopping trips to Bruges or Amsterdam, it's not something I, as a Brit, get to do much. So when granted an opportunity to check out Montenegro on my recent trip to Croatia, I jumped at the chance.
We departed our hotel in Dubrovnik and soon were climbing up the coastal road, the sunlit city weaving in and out of view, the crystal-clear blue waters of the Adriatic Sea glistening on a warm October morning. Small villages clung to the coast as we snaked our way towards Montenegro.
We made our way along the coast and soon arrived at the border. Majority of our group were from outside of Europe, sopassport control was a well-drilled procedure by now. Our passports checked and, in my case, not stamped (I love stamps), we were ready to enter Montenegro. Except, we couldn't. Our toothless Croatian driver has managed to forget his passport at home, stranding us at the border.
While the driver desperately called around for somebody to bring his papers, all the while berated by the unimpressed tour guide, we hung out with the local cats that lingered around for food scraps. Cows, exempt from any such formalities, grazed freely on both sides of the border.
An hour and a half later, with the hapless driver reunited with his documents, we could finally head into Montenegro. We continued along the coast, marvelling at the stunning vistas with imposing cliffs to our left and iridescent sea to our right. After passing a ferry port of Kamenari, we rounded a corner and were greeted to the incredible sight of the Bay of Kotor.
Flanked by mountains and rugged hills, Boka (as it's also known) spread before us magnificently and we could only marvel at the serenity of the view. Across the bay, a town of Perast lay at the foot of St. Elijah Hill with two small islands off its coast adding to the magic of the scene, with the island of St George housing a 12th century Abbey, while manmade Gospa od Skrpjela (Our Lady of the Rock) being home to a church.
We continued driving around the bay taking in the views before passing through Perast and heading towards our first destination, Kotor. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Kotor was first mentioned around 2nd century BC and was once ruled by the Romans and Byzantium.
We parked up and made our way to the charming Old City through the 16th-century Sea Gate, with many buildings dating back to the Middle Ages and narrow alleyways begging to be lost in. The Saint Tryphon Cathedral stands proudly above a busy market square, flanked by steep hills, a natural terrain that helped protect Kotor from attackers for centuries
While we didn't have time to climb the 1350 steps to the top of St John's Hill, we took in the view of the town's impressive fortifications.
We continued our loop of the Old City, wandering into St Nicholas', a Serbian Orthodox church and ducking in and out of quaint souvenir shops before coming back out through the Sea Gate and haggling with the locals for some local almonds in broken Montenegrin (well, I spoke Russian and hoped for the best).
The charm of Kotor remains, which is perhaps surprising due to the constant stream of cruise shops docking in the town, unleashing hundreds of tourists onto its streets. Just like those huge ships, we didn't linger too long and soon were back on the road for a short drive to Budva.
The well-preserved Stari Grad (Old Town), which immediately reminds of Dubrovnik with its Citadel and fortification walls surrounding the area offered more opportunities to stroll around small alleys and narrow passages, past churches and family bakeries overflowing with pancakes and fresh doughnuts.
We headed to the Citadel, which is now a museum, and explored for a while. We learnt about the history of Budva, which was ruled by Venetians for almost four centuries, explored the courtyard and took in the views of the sea from the fortification walls. After some more doughnuts, we headed to the marina which was full of superyachts.
Budva and the surrounding area has become a haven for the rich, with numerous estate agents offering land and properties to foreign investors, mainly from Russia. The resorts and luxury apartments are at odds with the beautiful Old Town but, nevertheless, Budva is thriving as one of the main tourist destinations in Montenegro.
After almost getting lost in the winding alleys, we made our way back to the bus and began our journey back to Dubrovnik. We avoided an 18m/30km detour via Kotor by heading to Lepetani and taking a short ferry ride to Kamenari before continuing up the coastal road, watching the sun setting over the Adriatic.
We arrived back in Dubrovnik exhausted but delighted with our short but sweet journey into Montenegro. Definitely a day trip to remember…
Getting there:
Kotor is located around 1.5 hours away from Dubrovnik. Taxis and buses are available. The nearest airport is Tivat, 8 km away. Montenegro Airlines operate direct London Gatwick-Tivat flights. Podgorica airport is 90km away and is serviced by a wide range of airlines.
Visas are not required for EU nationals.


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September 26th, 2016
Keep your eyes on our Facebook!
Unfortunately we are suffering some technical issues with the blog so if you'd like to see what I'm up to please click here to keep up to date on our Facebook!
Pleasant Dry Spell.
Like most of you the weather has been a little poor here of late. So not much " spotting " being done as you can see on my facebook link I was out and about midweek and plenty of good views especially on Wednesday. This coming week hopefully will get out as I am keen to see what the Golden Eagles are up too along with the White tailed. Last couple of days have seen a pair of Hen Harriers hunting over the back field. Each day I have been watching to see if the WTE that nest opposite in the trees are about but no sign of them which with each passing day of a " no show " is looking less likely that they will be nesting there this year but will keep looking. If not I need to find where they have gone.
I have now invested in a pair of nightvision binoculars so looking forward to getting out at night and seeing what we can find, should be good fun and hopefully on the 4 day breaks we can all get out on our Owl hunt. Also thanks to all who have booked on the breaks, with now 4 fully booked and I am sure we will get to see plenty.
I will update the species list at the end of each month as I am glad to say that I have seen more than " 0 ".
My Facebook page will get updated with photos several times during the week.
So looking forward to getting out this week and I will let you know what I see.
Been out and about plenty over the last week been trying to see Chough and finally today a success till I get back to Mull at the end of next week if you are interested in reading what Island Encounters [ me ] has been doing please see the facebook link which I update several times a week along with photos of a sort.
Some of the breaks are now full as are some days of my day tours so if you are thinking of coming out with me on a tour please let me know asap. Hoping to see Bitten this week, see how that goes on my face book page. Happy viewing.
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How To Choose the most effective Dentist For Your Own Needs in dentist Westerville Ohio
Dentists are one of the most important people who can help you maintain good health and wellness.
They provide oral care. This is essential to your health because the mouth and teeth play a big part on your body. These parts are used to bite and chew your food and this is where digestion starts. So it is very important that you will have a regular check up on your dentist in Westerville Ohio to be sure that your mouth and teeth are strong and clean to avoid problems in eating and digesting food.
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Generally, all licensed dentists can offer basic dental care to you and your whole family. It is important to choose a licensed dentist to entrust your oral care but that is just one factor. There are several factors that you need to consider when searching for the right one that can provide you with an excellent service for oral care.
Aside from being a licensed dentist, you also need to consider checking out his or her background to see if he or she has a good reputation with regard to giving proper oral care to his or her clients. If you have people who can give you feedback about his or her performance as a dentist, that's good but you can also research online if his or name exists as a recognized dentist Westerville Ohio. You can also get more information if you visit his or her clinic and get contact details to see if he or she can accommodate you with your needs.
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Life is crazy busy. I get that. My mission has always been to help both men and women look their best, effortlessly, every day. You know that also includes your overstuffed makeup boxes, baskets and drawers. Like a messy, unorganized closet, having too many makeup products can slow you down, both physically and mentally. It's exhausting spending energy on makeup clutter. STOP! Read on to find out how to get a handle on your makeup mayhem.
Simplify your life … simplify your makeup stash.
First off, do you really need 15 lipsticks? Like the clothes in your closet, you probably wear 20% of your makeup 80% of the time. I imagine you have several of those promo items from the department store makeup counters taking up real estate in your stash. Seriously, I bet you have 5 different eye shadow compacts but only use one eye shadow out of each of those compacts. That's too much. Wouldn't it be nice to only own the makeup items that you use daily? Simplify.
5 ways to know your makeup is not a keeper:
- The color sits on top of your skin, instead of blending nicely into your skin
- It stinks. (Lipstick, especially, starts to smell if it's old)
- You own compacts filled with eye shadows and blushes, but you only use 2 or 3 of the colors
- When there's dust on the container … hello, you're not using it!
- Any unused or barely used lipstick tubes which are most likely years old! (See #2)
"Now that you've sorted and purged your makeup stash, finding the right storage container and a home for your makeup is key to maintaining a well-organized makeup stash," according to Sane Jane's, Lynda Rothman, a Raleigh professional organizer. Lynda and I both agree, we liked this organizer for easy access makeup but there are so many more options available to you.
A makeup drawer with only those items you use daily will most definitely get you out of the door on time but will also make you feel empowered that you've got a handle on the clutter. So, if I can get you out the door, feeling and looking fabulous, and on time, then my mission has been completed.
As part of my Authentic Confidence campaign, I am offering a special 90-minute Right Colors Right Makeup consultation for only $125. We'll go through your makeup to make sure each piece is in harmony with your color-palette and can be used daily for that polished look. You don't live in the Raleigh/Durham area? No problem. We can do this virtually.
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Being liked is easy when gliding through life. Nick Carraway is deemed likeable, because he never reveals anything as to why one should not like him. Nick Carraway, through his passiveness, is likeable, but for all the wrong reasons.
A person's character is the number one factor in how much they are "liked" by other people. The audience finds out very early in the novel of Nick's major character flaw. "In consequence I'm inclined to reserve all judgments, a habit that has opened up many curious natures to me and also made me the victim of not a few veteran bores." (5) Although this trait can be beneficial to an extent, in Nick's case, it has become a burden. If Nick is in disagreement with a person, they will never change the situation because Nick does not vocalize his complaint. People will like him for this, but most likely he won't like them back.
Nick lifelessly drifts through life, never voicing his opinion and doing whatever it is that others did. Throughout the novel activities were suggested, either by Gatsby or Tom, and Nick always ended up following along, no matter how much he didn't want to. " 'Hold on,' I said. 'I have to leave you here.' 'No you don't,' interposed Tom quickly. 'Myrtle'll be hurt if you don't come up to the apartment.'" (32) And so ended the conversation between Nick and Tom, and on they went into the apartment. People will "like" him because he goes along, but this does not mean he is good company.
If a problem can be avoided in any way and not dealt with, Nick makes it a point to go in the opposite direction. His outlook is that confrontation is an unnecessary action and that sidestepping issues is the best solution. The following quotation took place after Tom broke Myrtle's nose. " Then Mr. Mckee turned and continued on out the door. Taking my hat from the chandelier, I followed." (42) The scene from which this excellent quotation was taken, shows not one, but two of Nick's character flaws. First he follows Mr. Mckee out of the apartment and agrees to a vague invitation by Mr. Mckee to lunch, and then the reader realizes that his reason for leaving was to avoid conflict between Tom and Myrtle!
Nick Carraway is reserved in judgment, passive in making decisions, and avoids confrontation at all costs. All of these traits are beneficial in moderation, however in Nick's case, they diminish his character. Because of these, he has become a likeable person, but in a way that is not desired. Nick Carraway is a do