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Travels Through St Ives England
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A little old man stands at the edge of the harbour. He always stands when he works. In his left hand is a photograph, a commission to keep him busy for the next few days.
He holds his brush in his right hand, masterfully transforming the canvas in front of him into someone's dream painting, an image to take pride of place on their lounge wall.
Every other stab of the brush he stops and takes a step back, checking his judgement. Behind him lie several pieces of previous work, portraits of many a happy customer.
His face is weathered, years of exposure to the sea and wind. His greying hair straddles halfway down his back, bound in a ponytail. What a wonderful life he enjoys.
Across the harbour the fishermen of St Ives prepare for a day at sea. Hopes of a good catch make for jolly banter aboard the boats as the crews prepare the nets and rigging.
The stench of fish from previous catches continues to linger and drifts around the dock. Seaweed clings to the nets and adds to the aroma.
The clattering of gear on deck adds to the general din as I make my way past the old Sloop Inn and head towards the main shopping high street.
The narrow cobbled street starts with a slow incline. To the left lies an enticing little gift shop full of ocean souvenirs. The entrance leads you down a short but steep flight of steps, past a glut of hanging novelties.
Once at the bottom the shop opens out into an underground cavern of curiosities. Delicate little ornaments fill every nook and cranny.
The shelves ahead house a series of maps depicting geographical changes over the centuries throughout the regions of England.
The streets above are now bustling with life as locals and tourists work their way through the myriad of tight narrow streets like an army of busy ants.
Every few minutes the inconvenience of a passing motorist disturbs the balance of the high street.
The cobbled streets are so narrow you literally have to stand with your back to the wall to allow the passing vehicle. God help you if you have pushchairs and children.
But this minor gripe aside, St Ives is a town of rich character, a place to shop, soak up the sun and experience life in one of the quintessential fishing towns of Cornwall.
Skiing In Utah
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Utah is a great place to take a skiing vacation, regardless of your skiing abilities or experience. With a number of world class ski resorts, Utah boasts some of North America's best skiing, and prides itself on having 'the best snow on earth'. But don't take my word for it - get out there and experience the magic of skiing in Utah for yourself! With such high quality resorts, and truly amazing snow coverage and texture, Utah is an excellent location for your skiing vacation.
If you're looking for a choice of resorts, but you don't want to venture too far from home, Utah is definitely the place for you. Its fine, powdery snow can be experienced through most of the year, and you'd be simply mad not to visit Utah at some point if you're a skiing enthusiast like me. One of the premier resorts in Utah is the Deer Valley Resort. In 2005, Ski Magazine voted Deer Valley as the best resort in the whole of North America, and it is easy to see why. The sheer quality of skiing to be had, combined with the breathtaking surrounding and facilities that are second to none, makes Deer Valley a connoisseurs choice. And what's better, it feels a million miles away, yet it is only a short difference from the bustle of Salt Lake City. The resort itself has over 20 ski lifts to ensure queues are kept to an absolute minimum, and it is more than reasonably priced for the quality of the skiing.
Another of Utah's most cherished resorts is Powder Mountain. The haunt of the local skiers, Powder Mountain is relatively undiscovered in comparison to the other resorts, although it is just as good in terms of facilities. In fact, it is thought to be one of the best resorts if you are looking for value for money, and with an ideal climate, it really is the perfect place to host your skiing vacation. With only 7 ski lifts, Powder Mountain is a much smaller ski resort, but that doesn't mean it's not as good! If anything, you are likely to benefit from fewer skiers, meaning you have more slope to yourself! Powder Mountain is famous for its atmosphere, which just smacks of traditional Utah spirit and friendliness. And that's not to mention its impressive dedicated skiing school, which provides lessons from some of the state's most experienced skiing experts, all at very reasonable prices. With nightly grooming, and slopes available to meet all ability standards, Powder Mountain has certainly earned its reputation as a world class ski resort without the crowds, and is truly one of Utah's best kept secrets.
So if you are looking for a great skiing vacation to go with you family, or if you are looking for somewhere to hone your skills, you really couldn't do better than Utah. Combining both world class accommodation and restaurants, with perfect natural skiing conditions, Utah is perceived as one of America's best skiing states, and it is easy to see why with it's beautiful, thick, powder snow. With its depth and quality of resorts, there's something for everyone, and you will be sure to enjoy your vacation, like the millions of enthusiasts before you, that have chosen Utah for their skiing break.
Texas Holdem 4 Betting Structures Explained
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Even though the United States have made it illegal to gamble online, poker keeps on gaining popularity through the different tournaments that are shown on television such as the World Series of Poker by ESPN. This created a problematic situation: while players claim that poker is not a game of chance, the US government decided that it is.
For a few weeks, panic erupted in the poker world as rumors spread like bushfires that this ban would stop all tournaments. But this proved to be untrue. In fact, because of the online gambling ban, the popularity of tournaments only increased. And in most of these tournaments, the favored game is Texas Holdem.
This article focuses on those planning to take what was once their online casino pastime to a poker tournament close by. You will need to follow some basic betting structures, and we describe these for you. Even if they seem difficult to follow, don't worry. Just practice these at home with friends and you will soon learn the flow of these wagering structures.
Note: Remember that all the games rely on a basic maximum and minimum wager, and all the betting structures should be understood accordingly. Keep in mind that each game has a set limit that is fixed before the game commences. Once begun, the limit remains unchanged until the end. Note also that the tournament organizers or the casinos are those that decide these limits.
1) Structured Wagering Limit:
This means that there are two limits you play to. During the first two rounds, you place wagers according to the lower sum, and then you start betting according to the higher amount set. When you find a game called according to two amounts such as 4/8 dollar limit, then, it means that this game will be played according to the structured wager. Another thing to remember when entering such poker games is that you can only place four wagers each round and not one more.
2) Spread Limit Wager:
Here, you are free to place wagers in a pre-set range and you don't have to place fixed bets. When you find that the limit is within a range then it means that you have found a game that will be played according to the spread limit. Examples are games which can be played between a range of twenty to a hundred dollars. Note that such games do turn out to be expensive because some might bet according to the high limit. Another variation of the spread limit bet is to have a range of four wagers. What this means is that there is a certain amount you can bet for the round before the flop, for the round on the flop, and on the round after the flop and a certain amount for the river.
3) Basic Pot Limit Bet:
In such Texas Holdem games labeled as being played according to the basic pot limit, what it means is that you can place wagers anywhere between the amount that is the big blind and the total size of the game pot. Here too, take note that games such as these can result in high cash pots.
4) No Limit Betting:
Travel Industry Chooses Travelpro
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Travelpro luggage is the choice of over 425,000 worldwide flight personnel and is consistently rated high by travel experts. Though the Travelpro line was originally designed for flight personnel, experts say it's should be the choice of all travelers alike. Travelpro luggage was the first brand to design rolling luggage, known as Rollaboard.
The Travelpro luggage line is excellent in quality and durability. Each line is rated highly by experts and stands on it own. Travelpro lugagge carries an array of luggage from its top rated rolling luggage collection to garment rolling bags, rolling carry-on bags, totes, duffels, and rolling business cases.
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Dubai Holiday Apartments
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Property investors have managed to make great premium on their property and are now considering putting the properties in the market to support the tourism boom which is about to hit the UAE by 2010 where Dubai will have the tallest skyscraper in the world, the largest manmade island on earth, by far bigger than Manhattan and the largest shopping malls in the globe.
Government figures show Dubai now has 7 million overnight guests per year and should achieve 15 million tourists per year by around 2015. Tourist from the United Kingdom and Germany prefer to stay in a Villa or an apartment.
If you are a Dubai home owners you notice that Jumeirah beach residence and Nakheel have started handing over thousands of apartments beach facing to land lords who have waited for this day hoping to start using their holiday home for their families and visitors and their retirement while they can drive income from their investment while they are away by short term furnished rentals Jumeirah beach residence a part of Dubai Properties Has announced on their web site that Minimum rental period furnished allowed is 6 month Homeowners and real estate agencies have not been aware of this policy The developer had no restrictions on how long a homeowner could let the unit for .
To Support the growth of tourism DTCM have initialed the process of licensing the Holiday Rental Companies Classifying and regulating holiday lets under hotel licenses, A as many short tern holiday rentals company in Dubai have acquired a large numbers of properties and they also have maximized on their marketing and sales targeting hi returns for their land lord and as long term rental rentals currently gives 7-8 % on their returns while short term rentals makes 13 - 15 % which landlords find as a good option to do on their property Individual home owners have bought properties in Dubai focusing on using it while visiting Dubai and renting it on short term while they are a way.
Short term letting have been most in demand by the corporate market as most of the executive who come to Dubai Can hardly find a hotel room as Dubai has the highest occupancy of room in the world which makes it hard to find the accommodation at the right area!
The holiday letting is becoming very popular by European families who wish to be in Dubai in their holiday having more privacy then a hotel, holiday apartments near beach are the most in demand for holiday makers as they have the privileges of all hotel amenities and services ant half prices on of that they get free airport transfer more privacy and much more privacy and a comfort which are 50% cheaper then Dubai Hotels and Hotel apartments.
Traveling In Asia Is Affordable
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The sight of new and different items on display and the excitement of open air markets and colorful shops makes shopping in Asia a unique and fun experience. Not only will you see goods that are different and hard to come by in the west, but you'll find prices much different than those you're accustomed to, and different from prices seen when traveling to other regions, like Europe.
In China, clothing costs about four or five times less than in European countries. However, the sizing system is much different than in the U.S. A woman who wears a size medium in the United States will find herself browsing the extra large section of the department store. It is wise to try everything on to make sure it fits before buying, and carefully consider the size of any clothing item you plan to purchase as a gift for someone else.
In India clothing can be had for about half the price that it would cost in European stores, if you know where to shop. For example, on Mumbai's Fashion Street, surplus from the city's clothing factories can scooped up at bargain prices.
It is best to purchase clothing made by famous European designers in Europe. Taxes and duties on imported goods in Asian countries tend to drive the prices up. An exception is Hong Kong, where goods are not taxed and the prices are often comparable to the European prices.
Naturally, Asian goods of all kinds are considerably cheaper in Asian countries than in Europe. For example, Chinese chops, which are name stamps usually used with red ink, can be found in many shops catering to tourists for about $5. The purchaser's name is normally carved into the chop at the store. The same item would cost around $40 outside of China.
Beautiful and unique jewelry can be purchased in Asia for bargain prices. Because of India's strong diamond industry, diamond rings and earrings can be bought for less than half of what they would cost in Europe. For pearls, you would pay about five times more in Europe than in China for a strand of similar size and quality.
A massage in China will run about $10, where a similar massage in Europe will cost roughly $80. The Chinese have practiced massage techniques for thousands of years, and a genuine Chinese massage is extremely relaxing. Foot rubs are popular as well, especially for travelers who have spent long hours on their feet visiting temples and climbing several stories of stairs in pagodas.
A tailor made silk shirt in Hong Kong costs around $100. Beautiful silk fabric is available in Vietnam for around $3-$9 a yard, depending on the quality. Good quality silk fabric in China costs about $4.00 a yard. The fabric tends to be narrower than the standard 45 or 60 inch widths, so make sure to ask how wide it is before purchasing. The method of producing silk from the cocoons of silkworms was originally developed by the Chinese and remained a secret for hundreds of years. Eventually the technique became known and spread across Asia and Europe, but to this day China remains the leader in producing silk.
Remember that the prices listed above are guidelines. Prices will vary from shop to shop - expect to pay more at the store in the hotel lobby than the one tucked away on a side street. Also, in most Asian countries it is customary to bargain over prices and your skill at bargaining will determine the price you ultimately pay for your purchases.
Pick A Hotel With Personality
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What does individuality mean in the hotel industry? As far as boutiques are concerned, it's not just about being a little bit quirky; hanging modern art on the walls, sticking some designer chairs in the rooms or making all the fittings stainless steel. It's about a design theme that runs through the hotel from start to finish and affects everything from the cushions on the sofas to the dessert menu in the restaurant.
Location
Where does the inspiration for this individuality and personality come from? For some hoteliers, it comes from the location. It's unsurprising that boutique beach hotels are clean and simple, bringing the colours and textures of the coast into the building and using architectural design to allow guests to feel at one with the sea; large windows, folding doors and seawater pools for example. In contrast, small hotels that are based in cities often reflect either the present-day energy or the historic past of their location. Through the use of rich colours or minimal materials, antique furniture, period art and a variety of textiles, designers can create a hotel that truly reflects its location.
Culture
Many hotels show influences from different cultures - and not always from the culture that's readily associated with the hotel's location. Therefore, New England simplicity or Asian colours and textures can show up in hotels in London or Sydney and work well, as long as the concept is properly thought through and sensitively carried out. Extending a cultural theme to rooms and cuisine often requires a lot of research, particularly when it comes to sourcing the right furniture and accessories, but if the end result is a truly individual hotel, then the preparation is worthwhile.
A true boutique hotel becomes an intrinsic part of the local community, and this is part of its individuality. Chain hotels are just places to stay; boutique hotels are places to be - whether it is locals using the restaurant or trendy city workers drinking in the bar; using the produce from the farm down the road or sharing spa facilities with a local retreat, boutique hotels make a real effort to integrate into their local community rather than being set apart from it.
Stag Weekends In Bratislava Aiming Your Target
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The capital city of Slovakia, Bratislava, is the prime place for some of the most exciting stag weekend activities. A city with a blend of history and modernity, Bratislava is the top choice if you are looking for reasonably priced stag weekends. It is the biggest city in Slovakia and rests on the river Danube, sharing its border with Hungary and Austria. Bratislava is filled with pubs, hip bars and pumping nightclubs, with round the clock availability of cheap local beer like Zlaty Bazant and Kelt. Stag Weekends in Bratislava is filled with all kinds of stag activities like karting, paintball, clay pigeon shooting, white water rafting, casino, high rope courses and much more.
Stag Do in Bratislava - Clay Pigeon Shooting
Lasting for approximately half a day, the clay pigeon shooting in Bratislava tests your skill at aiming, and your patience. An experienced instructor is there to teach you the art of shooting and will show you the functioning of the two shotguns that will be provided to you. There will be ten clay pigeons to shoot with the help of 20 shots. This stag event definitely sounds challenging, especially for those who will be trying their hands at shooting for the first time. While you attempt shooting the clay birds, your action will be recorded and monitored before the final results are displayed for you.
The stag event venue is located 10 km from the city center and is opened from 10 am to 8 pm. A minimum of six people can participate in this stag weekend activity at a time. Chillisauce offers you other such stag events like target, machine gun and crossbow shooting in Bratislava. You can ask for 10 more bullets by paying just
Be Aware Of The Exchange Rates When You Travel
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If you travel frequently to the same destination it may be wise to purchase a larger sum of money dependent on the current currency exchange rates.
The rates can fluctuate and if you become aware of a favorable rate it is a good investment to purchase more money at that time.
If you're planning on traveling to another country you'll find yourself wondering about current currency exchange rates. It's important to know how far your dollars will go when you get to your destination.
You simply need to conduct a search looking for current currency exchange rates. Once you've chosen a site the rest is very easy.
You put in the amount that you'd liked converted and then choose the country whose currency you have and the country whose currency you want to.
These sites have the current currency exchange rates and you'll see exactly what your money is worth.
It can also be confusing if you try to exchange money at a financial institution in the country you are visiting. Although most foreign banks have English speaking associates who will explain the current currency exchange rates to you, some don't.
If this is the case and you don't speak the language of the country you are visiting it can be frustrating exchanging your money there.
One method of finding out current currency exchange rates is to visit your local bank. They will have the most up to date rates. Your bank can also exchange your money for you prior to your trip.
Many banks also offer this service over the phone. They will quote the current currency exchange rates in messages that are recorded daily. The bank's customer simply calls an automated system and can listen to the current currency exchange rates at their convenience.
Many of these types of vendors actually charge a significant service fee for this. Therefore although the current currency exchange rates may be favorable the service fee could make your trip more expensive than you had planned.
Many people wait until they arrive in their destination country before exchanging their money. In many airports there are vendors who will do this for you. Although this is a very convenient method of exchanging money it can also be costly.
If you are traveling sometime in the future and want to ensure that you get the best value for your dollar you can check out current currency exchange rates on the internet. There are several websites that offer this information for free.
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