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I found it fitting to call my friend Romeo Durscher, <a href="http://www.visual-aerials.com/1/post/2015/05/abc-good-morning-america-the-survey-trip.html" target="_blank"><b>The Adventurer </b><b style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Guru</b></a><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">, for good reason.</span></div>
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Romeo has traveled the world many times over from far away places, like Vietnam, China, Europe, Russia and South Korea. </div>
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I met Romeo on Facebook, during his employment with NASA, technical specialist with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NASASDO" target="_blank">Little SDO</a>, NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory keeping a close eye on the solar activity of our Sun. Romeo was also a big part of STEM, encouraging kids to pursue a career related to Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics. </div>
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Most recently, Romeo has taken on another adventure, as Educational Director for <a href="http://www.dji.com/" target="_blank">DJI Global</a>, operated and owned by Frank Wang since 2006.</div>
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Within a month, his first excursion took him across the world to<a href="http://www.dji.com/" target="_blank"> DJI </a>main headquarters, in Shenzhen, Guangdong, province of China. And not long after, Romeo was taking on the worldly adventure deep within the jungles of Vietnam.</div>
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You most likely saw Romeo's adventure on <a href="https://gma.yahoo.com/video/drones-inside-hidden-world-live-125743596.html" target="_blank">Good Morning America</a> with host <a href="https://twitter.com/ginger_zee" target="_blank">Ginger Zee</a>, chief meteorologist at ABC News. As a matter of fact, when I wrote this article, Romeo had just spent the last seven days deep within the biggest cave in the world, mastering his skills and representing<a href="http://www.dji.com/" target="_blank"> DJI Drone Global.</a></div>
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Not only Romeo, but a team of experts embarked on a wild ride with a Russian M-17 helicopter, trekking across the vast jungle, deep into the heart of the Sơn Đoòng Cave.<br />
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Sơn Đoòng Cave quickly became famous world-wide, not only because it was just recently discovered in 2009, but, so far, it's classified as the biggest cave, located in Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park, Bố Trạch District, Quảng Bình Province, Vietnam. </div>
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<a href="http://www.visual-aerials.com/1/post/2015/05/abc-good-morning-america-the-survey-trip.html" target="_blank">Sơn Đoòng Cave</a> reaches depths of 200 metres high, stretching over 5 kilometres in length and a remarkable 150 metres wide.*</div>
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It was indeed an <a href="http://www.visual-aerials.com/1/post/2015/05/abc-good-morning-america-the-survey-trip.html" target="_blank">adventure</a>, as said by Romeo himself,"</div>
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<b>My Dear Friends</b>,</div>
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30 minutes ago we landed on our Mi-17 helicopter and are now out of the jungle and now at Oxalis Adventure. </div>
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I am sitting here eating a steak, stinking like I spent the last seven days in a cave...wait a minute...</div>
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For the next few days you will be hearing a lot about my two trips to Son Doong, a hidden wonder world ! This was an amazing project and we all wrote a little bit of history by live broadcasting from deep inside the jungle, with drones providing aerial views.</div>
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The entire ABC and DJI team worked wonders to make this happen. And we had the help of the most amazing local people..."</div>
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Romeo also adds at the end,"...during the live broadcast...a storm was about to hit and interrupt our cons to New York twice."<br />
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<b>Twitter </b>was humming with activity<b>,</b><br />
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@JRobbMontana: Awesome @romeoch: The view @DJIGlobal Inspire 1 inside the Sơn Đoòng Cave in Vietnam with @GMA - "Beam of Light”</div>
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@JRobbMontana: Very cool @romeoch @GMA: .@Ginger_Zee drones explore cave Vietnam jungle#HiddenWorldsGMA ”</div>
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Indeed, Romeo has sparked interest throughout his <a href="https://twitter.com/romeoch" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, Facebook, <a href="https://about.me/romeoch" target="_blank">About me</a> and <a href="https://instagram.com/visualaerials/" target="_blank">Instagram </a>accounts as the <a href="http://www.dji.com/" target="_blank">Director of Education for DJI</a>, the world's leading drone company DJI Global. </div>
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<b>Best way to describe Mr. Romeo Durscher?</b> </div>
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He's a kindhearted American, Swiss born bachelor from San Jose, California, devoted to his career and friends. </div>
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Romeo (truly an <a href="http://www.visual-aerials.com/1/post/2015/05/abc-good-morning-america-the-survey-trip.html" target="_blank">avid adventurer</a>) it was a no-brainier, when his long time friend,<a href="http://www.visual-aerials.com/" target="_blank"> Mark Johnson</a> introduced him to the DJI drones, filling their thirst for technology and exploring the vast outdoors throughout Europe, United States and Mexico. Before you knew it, their rapid growth of expertise in the field of drones was inevitable. </div>
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Closer to home they were scouting the California countryside with this remarkable flying machine. As quoted by <a href="http://www.dji.com/" target="_blank">DJI</a>, "...it's the most advanced technology, comes together in an easy to use, all-in-one flying platform that empowers you to create the unforgettable."</div>
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Mark and Romeo quickly set up their own website, <a href="http://www.visual-aerials.com/" target="_blank">Visual Aerials</a>, educating prospective drone pilots at the Adobe Photoshop World Las Vegas, September 3, 2014. </div>
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With my interest in the film industry, it wasn't long before I met Romeo's Mark Johnson myself,(Principal Creative Chief Officer with <a href="http://www.visual-law.com/mark-johnson.html" target="_blank">Visual Law Group</a> and Principal at Fat Monster Films).</div>
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Before you know it, I too was following their adventures throughout the social media, sharing their astounding photos on my Facebook Page, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Vegasplayfun" target="_blank">Vegas Reviews</a>, a Vegas Lovers paradise of tips and photos. </div>
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Romeo is certainly the right candidate as <a href="http://www.dji.com/" target="_blank">Director of Education for DJI</a>. You can follow him on Twitter @romeoch, along with @DJIGlobal and Instagram.<br />
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And be sure his amazing <a href="http://www.visual-aerials.com/1/post/2015/05/abc-good-morning-america-the-survey-trip.html" target="_blank">Daily Journal</a>!<br />
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In conclusion. I'm so grateful for my<a href="https://artistwriterblog.wordpress.com/2015/05/15/adventurer-guru/" target="_blank"> friends Romeo Durscher and Mark Johnson</a>.<br />
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By <a href="https://ca.linkedin.com/pub/bari-demers/65/403/0" target="_blank">Bari Demers</a></div>
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<a href="http://www.dji.com/" target="_blank">DJI Global</a><br />
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<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/S%C6%A1n_%C4%90o%C3%B2ng_Cave" target="_blank">Sơn Đoòng Cave - Wikipedia </a><br />
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<a href="https://about.me/vegasreviews" target="_blank">Vegas Reviews</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/screenwriterbari" target="_blank">Screenwriter Bari Demers</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.visual-aerials.com/1/post/2015/05/abc-good-morning-america-the-survey-trip.html" target="_blank">Romeo's Daily Journal</a><br />
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<a href="https://artistwriterblog.wordpress.com/2015/05/15/adventurer-guru/" target="_blank">Wordpress</a><br />
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barihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07932222081840776822noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7296116774841959587.post-12664743650650699842015-03-22T12:52:00.000-07:002015-03-22T13:22:42.550-07:00Turtle Mountain, Vernon,B.C.<div>
This is my home, Vernon,B.C. in the Okanagan Valley. </div>
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The photo you see is on top of Turtle Mountain, where my childhood dreams would come alive. </div>
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As you can see, the rich green orchards are a striking contrast to the original native desert habitat which once covered the Okanagan. The Vernon area became a cattlemen's paradise, because of its vast ocean of grasslands.</div>
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Prefect for raising cattle. </div>
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Believe it or not, but Turtle Mountain played an important historical role in making Vernon the city it is today. </div>
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In the late 1800's a Scottish King, Lord Aberdeen and his Lady came to Canada. Their first visit from Scotland was mostly spent in the eastern Maritimes, but eventually they travel west, discovering Vernon, British Columbia. </div>
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It was here the distinguished aristocrats fell in love with the Okanagan Valley. Wasn't long after, they bought the Coldstream Ranch in 1890, settling in Canada once and for all. </div>
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Owning Coldstream Ranch, cattle became its main resource of income, until one day, the Scottish King became interested in growing fruit orchards. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Okanagan Cowboys and Ranchers</b> of <a href="http://www.okeeferanch.ca/" target="_blank">Okeefe Ranch </a> - Photo taken by <a href="http://ca.linkedin.com/pub/bari-demers/65/403/0" target="_blank">Bari Demers</a> at Okeefe Ranch</td></tr>
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How were they going to bring the water to grow the orchards? </div>
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In order to have fruit orchards, they need lots of water. There was plenty of water around, like the vast 135 km ( 70 miles) long Okanagan Lake, including the once glacier feed turquoise Kalamaka,<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Northside of Turtle Mountain</b> - Overlooking Swan Lake by <a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2015/03/what-not-to-do-in-vegas.html" target="_blank">Bari Demers</a></td></tr>
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But, back then they didn't have electricity to operate pumps. They had to rely on a gravity system, where water would flow downwards. </div>
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After much thought, he convinced his fellow ranchers, like his friend Cornelius O'Keefe, to start building large wooden troughs, known as the Grey and South canals. Ironically, with all the water around them, they decided their best choice of water was from the high lakes above in Monashee Mountains to the east. </div>
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Interesting enough, it was Cornelius O'Keefe who convinced settlers to come to the Okanagan in the first place. The tough Irishman was also responsible for the postal service, which ran a stagecoach (BC Express Stage Lines) from Cache Creek, along the dirt road from Fort Kamloops to O'Keefe Ranch.*</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Historical Okeefe Ranch, Vernon B.C</b>. - Picture by Okeefe Ranch - Photo taken by<a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2013/09/our-stay-at-venetian-las-vegas-wonderful.html" target="_blank"> Bari Demers</a></td></tr>
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This expensive project of building the Grey and South canals, started in 1905, costing a staggering $423,000. In those early days, that kind of money would be equal to 4 million today. </div>
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The water was carried down the Monashee Mountains, through the Coldstream Valley, circling Vernon by means of benchlands, to the top of Turtle Mountain. It also crossed along the side hills to help feed, what is today, the <a href="http://www.davisonorchards.ca/" target="_blank">Davison Orchards</a>.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Scenic View from Turtle Mountain </b>- overlooking the Valley below with Okanagan Lake in the far distance - Photo by<a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2014/10/aria-resort-casino-heaven-on-earth.html" target="_blank"> Bari Demers</a></td></tr>
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The ranchers of the Okanagan successful achieved sub-division of ranch lands and a rich resource of fruit orchards, which are flourishing to this very day.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Inside The Okeefe Ranch House</b> - Photo by <a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2013/09/our-stay-at-venetian-las-vegas-wonderful.html" target="_blank">Bari Demers</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Okeefe Ranch House Today</b> - Photo by <a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2014/09/mesquite-flat-sand-dunes-with-adam-pass.html" target="_blank">Bari Demers</a></td></tr>
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<b>TURTLE MOUNTAIN TODAY</b></div>
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Today, Turtle Mountain overlooks the beautiful valley, overlooking Okanagan Lake in the distance. The two Grey Canal Trails intertwines with prestigious subdivisions featuring luxury homes. The green orchards below not only supply apples, cherries, peaches and assortment of veggies, it's also home to the <a href="http://www.bcadventure.com/bcwines/bcwineries.htm" target="_blank">Bella Vista Vineyard</a> and <a href="http://turtlemountainvernon.com/turtle-mountain-winery/" target="_blank">Turtle Mountain Vineyards</a>.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Luxury Homes on Turtle Mountain </b>- Photo by <a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2013/09/our-stay-at-venetian-las-vegas-wonderful.html" target="_blank">Bari Demers</a></td></tr>
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At 10 years old, I would climb to the top of <a href="http://traveltripadvisors.blogspot.ca/2015/03/turtle-mountain-vernonbc.html" target="_blank">Turtle Mountain</a>, sometimes mistakenly sitting on a patch of Prickly Pears, the only native cactus in the Okanagan. It was my place to explore and to admire the gorgeous view below. </div>
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It was also where I found peace within myself, mediating, even when I didn't even know what meditation was.</div>
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By<a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2013/09/our-stay-at-venetian-las-vegas-wonderful.html" target="_blank"> Bari Demers</a><br />
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Bari Demers is a <a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2015/01/planes-trains-and-automobiles.html" target="_blank">freelance writer</a> and <a href="http://jrobbmontana.com/" target="_blank">screenwriter</a>. His childhood was in Vernon, B.C. where his parents owned the famous Spudnut Shop. He graduated at VSS ( Vernon Senior Secondary School), continuing his studies in Kelowna, at Okanagan College. After Okanagan College, he went to Cariboo College in Kamloops to take a Drafting Technology Program, where is graduated as a Draftsman. His writing abilities comes from his time at Okanagan College.<br />
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You can read a <a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2014/10/aria-resort-casino-heaven-on-earth.html" target="_blank">collection of traveling reviews</a> with his<a href="https://facebook.com/vegasplayfun" target="_blank"> Facebook Blog</a> - <a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2015/01/planes-trains-and-automobiles.html" target="_blank">Vegas Reviews</a> with over 1000 photos of Las Vegas.<br />
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<a href="http://www.okeeferanch.ca/" target="_blank">Okeefe Ranch</a><br />
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<a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2015/03/what-not-to-do-in-vegas.html" target="_blank">Travel By Bari Demers</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://doingcostarica.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">Experience in Costa Rica Living</a></b> comes to mind when I watch Michael </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">and D'Angelo showcase their videos mixed with strong advice and a flare </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">of entertainment.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I would classify them as the <b>Truth Serum</b> for those interested in staying in </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Costa Rica for a long period of time, from a few months to possibly </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">becoming a<a href="http://youtu.be/_qQdqBsj8Z0" target="_blank"> perpetual tourist</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">They don't sugar-coat their <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qQdqBsj8Z0" target="_blank">videos</a> giving the frank approach to the ways of </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Costa Rica, which is really good to hear. But most importantly they offer </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">cool <a href="http://doingcostarica.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">tour packages</a> throughout Costa Rica. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And, what about their advice on retiring in Costa Rica? </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>About Retirement in Costa Rica</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Retirement for baby boomers, like myself, is a big step to consider. First </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">and foremost, can you afford to retire? </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In Canada, it's becoming increasingly more expensive to live on an </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">average expense income around $2500 per month with the understanding </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>YOU</b> are debt free! For those high in debt, working along on society's </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">treadmill, is the only way to survive. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">But let's say you have a firm hand on your finances and are ready to retire.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Heading out to a country like Costa Rica will take a lot of planning, not to </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">mention getting use to the <b>Culture Shock</b>. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Don't expect things to be the </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">same as in Canada or United States. The process of getting things done in </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Costa Rica isn't the expectations we are use to in Canada, so don't get </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">discourage if it takes longer. According to Michael, seventy-five percent of those coming to Costa Rica </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">to retire, end up going back home within a couple months to a few years. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>What have I learned from Michael Alan and D'Angelo ?</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So, what I have learned from listening to these <a href="http://doingcostarica.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">two cool guys</a> living in Costa </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Rica, is this...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">There are certain <b>Rules</b> to follow, saving you money and heartache. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As Michael explains: </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Rule One :</b> Don't listen to websites who's soul purpose is to sell you real </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">estate property in Costa Rica. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Rule Two :</b> Never ever buy anything in Costa Rica until you have rented for </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">at least one year. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After all, Michael gives fair warning, you may not like it in Costa Rica. And </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">then what? You're going to have to sell your property for half the price you </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">bought it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And who's going to buy it? </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">An unexpected Gringo; that's us! English speaking naive western tourists.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Rule Three :</b> How to<a href="http://youtu.be/CvE0L4KNd7w" target="_blank"> Rent in Costa Rica</a>. It's not a good idea to rent off the </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">internet. It's best to go down to Costa Rica for a two week holiday . Catch </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">up with <a href="http://doingcostarica.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">Michael and D'Angelo</a> who will give you the best places to rent from </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">and where, including re-location tours along with touring packages to suit </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">your lifestyle.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">But there's one exception to the rule here, I noticed on one of his YouTube </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Videos during his interview with one of his friendly expats.<b>*</b> (check below </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">for the meaning to these terms)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The rental rule is still in place, however you can join a community group </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">who already are set-up in a co-op Eco sustainable resort. There are two of these communities,<b> <a href="http://osamountainvillage12.homestead.com/" target="_blank">OSA Mountain Village </a></b>and their sister community, </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://www.serenitygardensecovillage.com/" target="_blank">Serenity Gardens Eco Village</a></b>, by co-founder Jim Gale.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As their website says,"<i> The community is located in Costa Rica’s Southern </i></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>Zone along the pristine Pacific Coast, where the mountains meet the </i></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>ocean</i>. "</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The above gives you a good rule-of- thumb approach. To me,<a href="http://travelcostaricanow.com/index.php/Main_Page" target="_blank"> <b>Travel </b></a></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><a href="http://travelcostaricanow.com/index.php/Main_Page" target="_blank">Costa Rica Now</a></b>, offers sound advice you can take to the bank. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Michael and D'Angelo go on giving a ton of valuable information, </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">including the cost of living in Costa Rica for around $970 (US funds)per </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">month. This includes rent, food, internet, phone, cable and electricity. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This is over half the cost then living in my own country! It means you can </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">live in Costa Rica for a longer period of time with a modest retirement </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">income.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Their <a href="http://doingcostarica.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">interesting blog</a> explains from the Tico* Culture to how to start-up a </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Bank account. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">All the <a href="http://doingcostarica.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">Travel Costa Rica</a> Now <a href="http://youtu.be/_qQdqBsj8Z0" target="_blank">YouTube Videos</a> give </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">valuable inside information for those thinking of living in Costa Rica and fun </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">tour package adventures for the whole family.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In conclusion, it's best to give a quote by Michael and D'Angelo,</span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">"<i>The good the bad and the ugly of living in Costa Rica with no agenda to </i></span><i><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">sell you anything. Our goal is to offer our perspective, experience and </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">expertise of living in Costa Rica so the folks who go on our tour, by the end, </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">will know whether relocating to Costa Rica is a good idea for them or not. </span></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Are you thinking of retiring or vacationing in Costa Rica? Then it's time to </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">check out <a href="http://travelcostaricanow.com/index.php/Main_Page" target="_blank">Travel Costa Rica Now.</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">By<a href="https://www.facebook.com/Vegasplayfun" target="_blank"> Bari Demers</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Bari Demers is not affiliated or related to <a href="http://travelcostaricanow.com/index.php/Main_Page" target="_blank">Travel Costa Rica Now</a>. He writes </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">only about the good things in life.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have something good you would like to write about in regards to </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">traveling or experience of living in another country, ask me to do a small </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">write-up about it for a nominal fee. Included are links to your website and </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Facebook page. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A Canadian freelance writer/screenwriter who is also considered a <b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Vegasplayfun" target="_blank">Vegas </a></b></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><a href="https://www.facebook.com/Vegasplayfun" target="_blank">Lover</a></b> with his very own Facebook page : <b><a href="http://www.facebook.com/Vegasplayfun" target="_blank">Vegas Reviews</a></b> - If he </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">experiences a great time or adventure, expect to hear about the fun he and </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">his wife had,"<i>Going to Vegas since 1989...</i>"</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Bari has worked on several screenplays, such as Agent Sky, Black Angels </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">and Missing through <b><a href="http://jrobbmontana.com/" target="_blank">James Montana Scripts</a></b>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">He is presently looking into doing his own short film or </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">collaborating with film makers for his screenplays. Check out his <a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2014/09/touring-death-valley.html" target="_blank">blogs on Vegas</a> and more on his Travel Blog.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Glossary Terms:</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Expats - An expatriate is a person temporarily or permanently residing in a </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">country * http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Expatriate</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Gringo - A Spanish term used to categorize foreigner visitors.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Tico - A term used for native people of Costa Rica</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qQdqBsj8Z0" target="_blank">Perpetual Tourist</a> - are referred to as travelers living in another country unterthered to any restrictions as say a resident would. Overall freedom of enjoying the same as any other tourist but live in the country more than 90 days. The only draw back, they must head across the border before their <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_qQdqBsj8Z0" target="_blank">90 days</a> are up to be reinstated into the country again for another 90 days.</span>barihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07932222081840776822noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7296116774841959587.post-83138452737767863742013-11-25T14:02:00.004-08:002013-11-25T14:12:09.865-08:00Explore Southern Saskatchewan<br />
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For those who haven't been to Saskatchewan you will still appreciate this film by <a href="http://www.tsn.ca/videohub/Default.aspx?collection=109&show=134754&section=Sports" target="_blank">TSN</a>.<br />
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Our family had the opportunity to live in Southern Saskatchewan for one year in Frontier, just a hop skip and jump to the Montana Border.<br />
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At the time we moved from Vernon, British Columbia for work as my trade back then was a draftsman.<br />
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My job consisted of producing mechanical plans for farm implements, such as cultivators for the Friggstad company.<br />
The <a href="http://www.honeybee.ca/company.php" target="_blank">Honeybees</a> now own this massive 100,000 sq ft industrial warehouse. Honey Bee Manufacturing Ltd. is a family owned business that was incorporated in 1979 by brothers Greg and Glenn Honey and their wives.<br />
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Back then I had the opportunity to be able to sit in the prototype Honey Bee Tractor. This massive friendly beast of a machine was like climbing 3 stories of a building. Inside it had all the luxuries you could think of including air-conditioning. We were one of the few to sign their log book.<br />
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Our family Jim & Pearl McILveen lived on a large farm just east of Frontier.<br />
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Coming from B.C. living in Saskatchewan really opened my eyes to what is actually out on the prairies.<br />
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I was surprised to see the abundance of wildlife with herds of deer and antelope with a count of over 75 to just one herd. It was a normal occurrence to come up on the back-roads to see the dirt road filled with wildlife. You had no choice but to stop and admire the view. Of course we didn't mind relishing the time and count how many in each herd.<br />
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For stargazers Saskatchewan is a cosmic paradise with the only light of night being the stars and the full moon. The milky way would stretch across the open sky as crisp and clear as any 3D Movie.<br />
You have first class seats to experience natures wonderment including the Northern Lights where they even have summer Star Parties in Cypress Hills.<br />
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The next impressive spot to visit in Southern Saskatchewan is the Cypress Hills Inter-provincial Park along with Fort Walsh. A lush green mountainous forest in the middle of nowhere. A geological phenomenon stretching an area of 965 sq miles with the highest point at 1468 m above sea level (4816 ft) in comparison to the Rocky Mountains of 4401 m.<br />
<a href="http://www.cypresshills.com/" target="_blank">Cypress Hills</a> is an isolated gem of mountainous region soaring a good 2000 ft above the surrounding area.<br />
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If you haven't heard anything at all about Saskatchewan you would be hard press not to have heard of the prehistoric archaeological discoveries of dinosaurs species dominating in southern region filling over into Montana.<br />
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<a href="http://www.tourismsaskatchewan.com/" target="_blank">Saskatchewan</a> is a vast ancient sea bed offering exploring travelers more than they would ever expect.<br />
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We were enlighten by the province of Saskatchewan and you will be too.<br />
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Written by <a href="http://jrobbmontana.com/" target="_blank">Bari Demers</a><br />
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About Bari :<br />
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Bari is a screenwriter for <a href="http://jrobbmontana.com/" target="_blank">Black Angels of Sirus 5</a> - a science fiction horror thriller based on intelligent ancient aliens visitors over 100,000 years ago.<br />
Here are an example of <a href="http://jrobbmontana.com/" target="_blank">Science fiction</a> stories and documentaries by <a href="http://ca.linkedin.com/pub/bari-demers/65/403/0" target="_blank">Bari Demers</a>:<br />
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<li><a href="http://blackangelssirus.blogspot.ca/2013_11_01_archive.html" target="_blank">Dr. Who Meets Black Angels</a></li>
<li><a href="http://blackangelssirus.blogspot.ca/2013/10/alien-abduction-report-mission-update.html" target="_blank">Alien Abduction Report </a></li>
<li><a href="http://sc-fic.blogspot.ca/2011/10/robotics-on-mars-chapter-one.html" target="_blank">Robotics on Mars - Chapter One</a></li>
<li><a href="http://sc-fic.blogspot.ca/2011/11/robotics-of-mars-by-j-robb-montana.html" target="_blank">Robotics on Mars - Chapter Three</a></li>
<li><a href="http://sc-fic.blogspot.ca/2011_10_01_archive.html" target="_blank">The Power of Star Trek</a></li>
<li><a href="http://sc-fic.blogspot.ca/2011/08/great-wizard-of-titan-i-cant-remember.html" target="_blank">The Great Wizard of Titan - a children's story</a></li>
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He is also administration manager of these Facebook Pages:</div>
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<li><a href="http://www.facebook.com/canadianoutdoors" target="_blank">Explore Canadian Outdoors</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.facebook.com/Vegasplayfun" target="_blank">Vegas Reviews</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.facebook.com/Christmascookbook" target="_blank">Christmas Cookbook</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.facebook.com/BlackAngelsSirus5" target="_blank">Black Angels of Sirus 5</a></li>
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<br />barihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07932222081840776822noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7296116774841959587.post-48163151323555708372011-11-19T10:58:00.001-08:002013-09-08T16:29:42.646-07:00Extreme Hiking - Traveling Blog by J. Robb Montana<br />
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One of the most rewarding opportunities is climbing to the top of mountain range in <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Canadian-Outdoors-Images/227548430623346" target="_blank">Alberta, Canada</a>. Looking over the vast rugged country side leaves you content with satisfaction. Here you are at the top of the world walking along the ridge of Starlite Mountain range, precarious peaks within Willmore Wilderness. Willmore Wilderness is the best kept secret, traveling into the provincial park is only by foot, bike or horse. All motorized vehicles are prohibited in order to preserve the raw-land.</div>
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The one question that you must ask yourself before you walk into wild country - Are you ready?</div>
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Walking into the wilderness with a heavy backpack is in itself an accomplishment; your pack must be carefully planned in advance with the right supplies ready for your trip.</div>
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Here is a list of items you should bring with you into the raw wilderness: </div>
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<li style="line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">First Aid kit with items that you can actually use - Check out your kit before you leave (most injuries are related to sprains, strains, blisters and wounds) And remember to bring some kind of relief medicine, such as Tylenol.</li>
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<li style="line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">Bring along other types of firestarters - such as flint. Check your outdoors shop for more suggestions.</li>
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<li style="line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">Proper hiking shoes - make sure they are well worn in before you begin your hiking trip</li>
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<li style="line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">A good set of sharp scissors - check them out before you leave</li>
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<li style="line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">pocket knife with multi- use items; Swiss has always been my favorite</li>
<li style="line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;">Proper Clothing: therma-socks, underwear,hat, t-shirts, long light pants and shorts,windbreaker, warm jacket, sweater. In other words make sure you are ready for any kind of temperature within the mountains - the weather can change from summer to winter within minutes.</li>
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Are you ready for the great outdoors? Be sure to get the inside information on the outdoors : <a href="http://bookstore.trafford.com/Products/SKU-000148015/Canadian-Recipes-of-The-Great-White-North.aspx" target="_blank">Canadian Recipes of the Great White North</a> with more outdoor tips with fun stories, outdoor recipes and fun interactive illustrations the whole family will enjoy </div>
<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px;"><br /><a href="http://jrobbmontana.com/">J. Robb Montana</a> is a freelance writer presently working on a movie script : <a href="http://jrobbmontana.com/" target="_blank">Black Angels of Sirus 5</a> and science-fiction book : <a href="http://201art.blogspot.com/2011/11/robotics-on-mars-chapter-seven-by-j.html">Robotics on Mars</a></span><br />
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Love to Travel to Vegas?<a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2013/09/our-stay-at-venetian-las-vegas-wonderful.html" target="_blank"> Check out my review of The Venetian Las Vegas</a> - one word : Wonderful<br />
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If you love to travel to Vegas - <a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2013/09/our-stay-at-venetian-las-vegas-wonderful.html" target="_blank">check out this hotel review</a>barihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07932222081840776822noreply@blogger.com0Jasper, AB T0E, Canada52.879276999999988 -118.0792559999999952.779720999999988 -118.24061749999998 52.978832999999987 -117.91789449999999tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7296116774841959587.post-73215926000857883232011-08-24T10:51:00.000-07:002015-03-22T15:03:18.798-07:00Travel Alberta - Lake Louise<br />
<b>Enjoy Lake Louise and Beyond </b>by <a href="http://pixels.com/featured/1-mount-robson-bari-demers.html" target="_blank">Bari Demers</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/canadianoutdoors" target="_blank">Traveling Alberta</a> is a must when visiting Canada. Just last week we decided to stop at Lake Louise in Banff National Park, of course Alberta. After visiting family in British Columbia, our usual route headed directly home due to our schedule, but this time,we had a couple days to explore Lake Louise just a little closer than before.<br />
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Lake Louise is nestled within a scenic valley of mountainous peaks, showcasing a clear turquoise glacier lake named after Princess Louise Caroline Alberta in 1884. Overlooking the emerald Lake Louise is the famous Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise Hotel, boasting a five-star experience.</div>
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We took to the lake shore memorized by the beauty and awe inspiring picturesque glacier in the distance combined with the brilliance of the bluish green waters. It was obvious our next step was to explore Lake Louise itself by paddling along in a canoe, enjoying the peaceful tranquility of nature. </div>
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Pushing off the shoreline, it wasn't hard to observe the depths of the icy crystal clear lake or spotting rainbow trout swimming at their leisure.It didn't matter how icy the water was, the warm summer weather tempted us to dip our feet, feeling this invigorating surge of freshness.</div>
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After a long slumbering canoe ride we treated ourselves at the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise to a fine dining experience at their four diamond <a href="http://www.fairmont.com/lakelouise">Fairview Dining Room </a>offering tantalizing morsels of Yukon Gold Potato wrapped in crispy wild prawns and mouth-watering seared duck breast in a szechaun peppercorn jus. We couldn't resist the warm liquid centered Chocolate Cake with spiced pineapple carpaccio and raspberry puree.<br />
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The National Parks of Canada offer a wild wilderness setting with outdoor adventures to suit anyone.<br />
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If we had more time, we certainly would have taken a heli-tour over the majestic Lake Louise.<br />
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I highly recommend your next stop at Lake Louise with the Banff National Park of Alberta,Canada. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/canadianoutdoors" target="_blank">Traveling Alberta</a> is a sweet memorable experience you will cherish forever.<br />
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barihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07932222081840776822noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7296116774841959587.post-53952437504199331622011-08-18T16:26:00.000-07:002011-08-31T17:35:24.287-07:00Travel Blog: Travel Edmonton<a href="http://traveltripadvisors.blogspot.com/2011/08/travel-edmonton.html?spref=bl">Travel Blog: Travel Edmonton</a>: Why Edmonton? Edmonton, Alberta, Canada has always been known as the "Gateway to the North". During the Klondike Gold Rush of 1896. A sta...barihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07932222081840776822noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7296116774841959587.post-8152902358880837522011-08-18T11:08:00.000-07:002012-02-25T14:49:45.946-08:00Exploring Tortilla Flat, Arizona<br />
<b>Discovery of Tortilla Flat</b><br />
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While in<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Vegas-Reviews/117341018290303"> Las Vegas</a> we love to take tours within Nevada and Arizona. The most interesting discovery is<br />
Tortilla Flat of Arizona.<br />
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We rented a car and headed to Mesa, Arizona to visit my family. From there we went along the highway to US 60 East( also known as Superstition Freeway) and along Apache Junction and State Route 88 for 18 miles.<a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Vegas-Reviews/117341018290303" target="_blank"> Tortilla Flat</a> is just 2 miles past Canyon Lake.<br />
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Did you know that Tortilla Flat is noted for the smallest friendliest town in Arizona? It also boasts for having a U.S.Post Office for a such a small population of only 6 people.<br />
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<b>The Little Settlement of Torilla Flat</b><br />
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We knew we reached our destination as soon as we noticed the little quaint settlement with its own Superstition Saloon; a real treat to visit. The most interesting attraction was the funny wallpaper pasted with really dollar bills from visitors across the world. And when was the last time your bar seats happen to be horse saddles?<br />
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Of course we had to visit the restaurant serving Old West Breakfasts, the hottest Chilis known as the<br />
"Killer Chili", Grande Na-Chos, the famous Chimichanga and the fun Cackleberries Mexicanna Mornin Chow.<br />
Tortilla Flat is like taking a little trip back into the western frontier of the old west. After our rip-torting taste of the "Killer Chili" we mosey on down to the the creaky boardwalk to a stonewall Gift Shop full of nik naks related to the southwest. I'm always picking up a cookbook or two and today was no exception. To me, a cookbook is like a souvenir, just like <a href="http://bookstore.trafford.com/Products/SKU-000148015/Canadian-Recipes-of-The-Great-White-North.aspx" target="_blank">Canadian Recipes of the Great White North</a>. My eyes quickly zero in on a Southwestern Indian Cookbook that would add to my souvenir collection. They also add quick bites of hot salsa's; of course I had to buy one.<br />
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<b>The History of Tortilla Flat</b><br />
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It goes way back with the Indians crossing its most valuable resource - water. It was the prefect place to set-up camp with a small trickling creek known as the Tonto Trail.<br />
It wasn't long before a Spanish explorer named Cabeza de Vaca found his way to the Southwest Superstition Mountain where he met up with the Pueblo Indians who told him of the Seven Cities of Cibola or known as the Cities of Gold. Superstition Mountain has since been rumors of gold. It was believed that the Jesuit Priests of Spain had found a a pocket of gold and didn't have any intention of sharing it with their<br />
Spanish King. The King ordered the Jesuits to be executed, but before they could follow out their plans the Jesuit Priests hide the gold in the Superstition Mountains and throughout the southwestern desert.<br />
Apparently, it is told, in 1847 to 1848 a group of Mexicans under Don Miquel Peralta had found the treasure of gold but were met with Apaches who killed all but one.<br />
To this day, the legend is alive with reports of gold within the Superstition Mountain.<br />
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But the real truth of the matter of Tortilla Flat is when a group of cowboys were stranded due to a flash flood, their only staples at the time was flour. They made tortillas and christened the flat, Tortilla<br />
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And today, Flash flood is still a very real part of the southwestern desert. We couldn't adventure any<br />
further along the road due to a flash-flood just two days before. Tortilla Flat is a true gem to explore<br />
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</script>barihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07932222081840776822noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7296116774841959587.post-57176511765407238392011-08-11T10:50:00.000-07:002015-03-22T11:46:54.038-07:00Caesars Palace Review<span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>Caesars Palace Review by <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Vegas-Reviews/117341018290303" target="_blank">Vegas Reviews</a></strong></span></span><br>
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<span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"><br>Our recent stay at Caesars Palace started with the check-in of our room. Our accommodation was booked as a five day stay with three days complimentary of Caesars Palace due to our Rewards Card membership.</span><br>
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<span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"><br>After twenty minute wait within the streamline of customers patiently waiting for their check-in, we were comforted with a friendly staff member. Due to our 31st anniversary we inquired about an upgrade from our complimentary room. She introduced us to an upgrade room of over 2000 sq ft room offering a dining room, three bathrooms, a guest’s entertainment bar, living room and a grand master bedroom. First she offered the room for $100 per night, but her duty manager refused such an offer. She came back to us sheepish, quickly apologizing letting us know that her boss wouldn't allow such a price. We asked if he would accept $150 per night in which he stated he could get a much better price per night. With that, embarrassed by the situation the girl attending to us, asked if we would accept $200 per night. We hummed and hawed over this price, as it was just too much, as I already knew that that our last night, Thursday night, would end up costing us the $170 plus $200 and an additional tax charge. Our Thursday night would cost $500 alone. <br> My wife voiced her opinion and asked me to go for the upgrade, as it is our 31st anniversary. I decided to please my wives wishes, but still felt it was a little high, but I'm thinking, let the "fun" begin. </span><br>
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<span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}">From past experiences with complimentary rooms, they usually have offered us a deluxe upgrade at no charge.</span><br>
<span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"><br>We were here to enjoy ourselves, so we left it at that, even though I knew our overall costs would be $1800 for just the room for five days. What really caught me off guard were the taxes with each night costing a whopping $100. Our room was enormous and apparently the original cost per night was $3600 per night. Mind you, we really didn't have any use for three bathrooms or a large dining room table. <br>Originally we were going to use the spa, fitness center and go to three different shows, but after our upgraded costs of our room, we could not afford any of these luxuries.</span><br>
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The next morning we did indulge in the featured Buffet of Buffets at a cost of $34.99 per person for reward card members and $39.99 for non-members. Knowingly we paced ourselves in order to go to all three buffets with Harrah’s Properties. Lago Buffet at Caesars Palace was our breakfast choice and was pleasantly surprised by great friendly service and inviting food for any foodies. You had a choice of freshly-made omelettes, baked ham, turkey or pork bacon, wide range of sausages, assorted seafood & potatoes and a fine selection of pastries.</span><br>
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Our luncheon choice was going to be at the Paris hotel, but after seeing the overwhelming line-up we jetted over to Planet Hollywood and were glad we did. The Spice Market Buffet at Planet Hollywood featured Mexican, American, Italian and Middle Eastern food items.</span><br>
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<span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"> I stuck with the American food choices while my wife found fresh hot asparagus in the Italian section. Of course we shared the tasty asparagus while enjoying the beef and chicken dishes. We were seated in front of the Middle Eastern section and if only had room, I would have indulged in the pork kabobs cooking on the bbq. </span>But I did leave room for the tantalizing desserts, like chocolate éclairs.<br>
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After a long walk throughout the Vegas Strip we headed to our last buffet of the day, back to the Lago Buffet at Caesars Palace. Our choice of prime rib, crab and peel and eat shrimp, we barely made a dent. Needless to say we were FULL!<br>
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<br>Next morning we headed to the pool and found we were lucky to be poolside just before 9:00 am, as it quickly filled up. We decided to indulge into one of the bar drinks at a gasping price of $20 per drink, not including tip; needless to say, we had very few drinks at the pool. We quickly learned that any charges to our room would be topped off by a heavy tax. Mind you, poolside was complete luxury and worth the time taking in the sun rays. Throughout our days at Caesars Palace we took in the pool daily. <br>
<br>Of course we took our turn in the casinos and knowingly spent our budget, but with a couple of noticeable wins. Smartly we re-invested our winnings back into the cost of our room. </span><br>
<span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"><br>On Wednesday, we headed over to our reserved dining experience at the famous Eiffel Tower Restaurant at the Paris Hotel. Within minutes we were seated at our window seat over-looking the Bellagio with its fountain display featuring a beautiful view. Our selection of entrees envisioned a freshly cooked beef wellington with potato gratinee and hot asparagus. Unfortunately our entrees were cold with my beef wellington under-cooked. I summoned our waiter, his eye brows raised as he looked at the raw beef within the pastry. He quickly took it away, with me thinking that I would receive a new freshly baked beef wellington. Astonished by the quick comeback of my dish, I noticed it was placed under a salamander to finish cooking. Oh well, I'm here to have "fun", so I just left it alone and decided to enjoy the chocolate soufflé, which was wonderful.</span><br>
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<span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"><br><br>The rest of our stay at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Vegas-Reviews/117341018290303" target="_blank">Caesars Palace</a> was uneventful with good service from the casino to our room maid. <br>In conclusion I would recommend Caesars Palace but be careful with their suggestion on any upgrades. Let the hotel make a choice of upgrading for you at no additional charge. </span><br>
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<span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}">The food at Caesars Palace is acceptable with friendly service. Be aware that anything that you want to do will cost you extra, including the internet service of $14.95 per day, fitness center at $25 per day and the spa service starting at $45 per person. Just something to keep in mind. </span><br>
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<span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}">Our time at Caesars Palace was overall a "fun" place to stay. I would recommend the 27th Floor for an awesome view!</span><br>
<span class="messageBody" data-ft="{"type":3}"><br>It is to your advantage to become a Rewards Card member to entitle you to frequent offers either to your door or e-mail address.<a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Vegas-Reviews/117341018290303" target="_blank"> Join in on the "fun" </a></span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">During the Christmas holidays we step into the grand foyer of the Bellagio in awe as we observed the hand-blown glass flowers peering above the ceiling. We allowed ourselves to appreciate this creative piece of art, a warm welcome into the Bellagio grand lobby. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our needs were quickly addressed and flawless during our check-in; as a matter of fact Bellagio offered us a free up-grade. The ultra fast elaborate elevators whisked us up to our 27th floor. Entering our deluxe room overlooking the spectacular view featuring entertaining <a href="http://pixels.com/featured/sparkling-fountains-bellagio-bari-demers.html" target="_blank">Fountains of Bellagio</a> displaying a romantic dance. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The deluxe room showcased a lavish comfort in the warm and inviting décor of our Tower guest room, complete with panoramic views of<a href="http://www.facebook.com/Vegasplayfun" target="_blank"> Las Vegas.</a> Upon arrival, the elaborate styling made us feel like a King and Queen in this spacious upgraded room featuring a King size luxury bed, marble floors, flat screen TV and of course a fully stocked mini bar.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">It was hard to leave our room, but we were intent to explore this grand mega hotel. Our next stop was the breathe-taking pools boasting a Mediterranean and garden setting. We went for a quick dip within the five pool courtyard, an accomplishment for us hardy<a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Vegas-Reviews/117341018290303" target="_blank"> Canadians</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">In the afternoon we frolic over to the 2010 Winter Conservatory &amp; Botanical Gardens showcasing the grand Christmas display featuring elaborate Christmas trees, animated penguins, extra large Christmas decorations, dancing reindeer and polar bears. The setting was without a double - Fantastic! We took a romantic walk along the fountains of the Bellagio displaying a wonder of technology combining water, music and light showcasing a spectacular event.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Phil Ruffin is a well known friend of Donald Trump who sold Phil 3.5
acres of land in order to build the Trump International close to the Las Vegas
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">With that purchase, Donald Trump became business partners with Phil
Ruffin. The Trump International Hotel Tower is a successful business
attracting visitors across the world, but Phil wanted sole ownership of T.I. So, in </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2008 Phil Ruffin made a deal with MGM Mirage buying the Treasure Island
Casino Resort for a mere $775 million. The sale of Treasure Island had ease
financial risk for their biggest investment ever - the 9.1 billion City Center
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Phil Ruffin made a great deal with MGM Mirage,
due to the fact Treasure Island was worth one billion. </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our first impression of Treasure Island had sparked interest as we passed by
the famous pirates ship called Sirens of TI. An enchanting show featuring a
band of renegade pirates from the 17th century with a story of seduction,
dancing along with captivating songs and clashing fun filled danger. </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Within minutes we were confronted with a steady long
line-up at check-in, noting that the lobby needed some TLC. It wasn't long
before we were up front with our hotel guest server with an wonderful smile. A
quick and painless invitation to our room looking out at the pirate ship below.
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our room was clean with a tasteful decor making anyone relax in a perfect
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restaurant where," It's always a party at Kahunaville! We order an exotic
island-infused drink where the glasses were as tall as us.</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I ordered the
steak dinner while my wife had the Piña Colada Chicken. But first we had to have
the popular Calypso Calamari while sipping on our flaming drinks. The steak was
a little under cooked but was quickly resolved with a fresh cooked steak just
exactly how I wanted it - medium rare. The whole experience was worth it and
highly recommended.</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After our
entertaining meal at Kahunaville we headed over to the casino, where a
grandmother passed by us on a scooter. I thought that was interesting to know
that complimentary wheelchairs and rental scooters were available with the TI
Bell Desk. </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> Personally never had any use for this, but it sure is an important
factor for those that have trouble getting around a vast impressive resort. In
fact, I have had Vegas Reviews followers ask this very question " My mom can't
get around very well - do they offer assistance?" </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">During the afternoon, we took some photos of the new Senor Frogs, which we tried out during the evening. It wasn't the service we expected and were placed in a very dark location, where we both couldn't even read the menu. The young female server was more interested in serving us drinks, then answering our questions about the menu AND the terrible lights predicament. Due not being able to read the menu in the dark, I asked if they had a cheeseburger. She nodded. We asked for two and left at that. Maybe because we are older folks, her service wasn't particularly the best. The rest of the crowd were mostly in their twenties. Anyway, we left it at that and we won't be back for Mr. Senior Frogs. There are so many restaurants to choose from along the Vegas Strip, there's no point in bothering with bad food or service - just move on. </span></div><div sizcache="0" sizset="14"><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><br></font></div><div sizcache="0" sizset="14"><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">This also doesn't imply any wrong doing with T.I. Treasure Island Resort personal were cheerful and accomendating, providing us with wonderful service throughout. <br></font>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The next impressive hot
spot was the nationally acclaimed metal artist Scott Cawood teamed with
Metropolitan Choppers to create the custom Sirens of TI chopper on display in
the TI Casino lobby. One word " Wow!"</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Of course, we had to take in the took
in the Sirens of TI with performance times:</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What a fun way to
spend the evening. To top it off we had a late luncheon at the Canter’s
Delicatessen which has been a landmark establishment in L.A. since 1931, now
serving at Treasure Island. Quoted by TI, "...Serving fresh, homemade
specialties such as hot pastrami, corned beef, roast turkey and authentic matzo
ball soup, Canter’s Deli offers delicious casual fare daily." </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br></span><br>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Update 2013 : the Canter's Deli has been replaced by : <a href="http://www.treasureisland.com/restaurants/little_richies.php" target="_blank"> Little Richies Chicago Style Bee</a></span><a href="http://www.treasureisland.com/restaurants/little_richies.php" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">f & D</span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">ogs</span></a><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We shared the
corned beef sandwich with the largest pickle I have ever seen. This one sandwich
was more than enough and well worth the price of $15.</span></div><div sizcache="0" sizset="14"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div sizcache="0" sizset="14"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Of course, like ever other resort in Las Vegas, we had to enjoy the pool scene. It was an awesome experience with wonderful servers. </span></div><div sizcache="0" sizset="14"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div sizcache="0" sizset="14"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSlkMPkYvcXZBant8pss9n_zcFZlUBH4pLSEcUqI6Z7LIrXkQPpLl5d0ZAFQqzsNhkjtx7UIf-XQPmTEqrRgRxoCWpQ0RtJ6uL4HQPd-GH3CCSMVRftw6H29Nkt93Uuf38yUiEsp4r3yc6/s640/blogger-image--841379481.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSlkMPkYvcXZBant8pss9n_zcFZlUBH4pLSEcUqI6Z7LIrXkQPpLl5d0ZAFQqzsNhkjtx7UIf-XQPmTEqrRgRxoCWpQ0RtJ6uL4HQPd-GH3CCSMVRftw6H29Nkt93Uuf38yUiEsp4r3yc6/s640/blogger-image--841379481.jpg"></a></div><br></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Overall our stay at T.I. was indeed enjoyable and would suggest this great fun-filled experience at Treasure Island Resort and Casino.</span></div><div sizcache="0" sizset="14"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br></span>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Unfortunately
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enjoy this show for as low as $60 with up-front seats for $109. </span><br><br><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">By Bari Demers</font><br>
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barihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07932222081840776822noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7296116774841959587.post-34185840957362455852011-08-11T10:04:00.000-07:002014-10-09T11:05:22.195-07:00Excalibur Review by Vegas Reviews<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span>
<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Excalibur Las Vegas Review by <span id="goog_619059962"></span><span id="goog_619059976"></span>Vegas Re<span id="goog_619059959"></span><span id="goog_619059960"></span><span id="goog_1400581725"></span><span id="goog_1400581726"></span>views<span id="goog_619059977"></span><span id="goog_619059963"></span></span></strong><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span id="goog_619059966"></span>Arrival at Excalibur would be described as painless and friendly front staff.
Quick and easy access to our room with friendly staff greeting you within the
hallways.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Rooms:</b> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The rooms on the fifth floor are compared to no-thrills but clean and
functional. Our room had a King size </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">bed with your basic TV and Internet
access. Excalibur charges a daily fee of $9.95 which includes access to the
pool, newspaper daily and Internet.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Update 2014</b> : Resort Fees are constantly going up.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Excalibur Resort Fees 2014</b> - $20.16 includes internet, fitness centre and business area. Remember the free drinks to your resort fees? Well, that's history now. And if you use your in-room phone, no charge for local calls. My question is : Who uses in-room phones to make local calls anymore? We all seem to have our own cell phones. Waiting for the day when in-room phones won't exist anymore. <a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2014/10/aria-resort-casino-heaven-on-earth.html" target="_blank">Aria Resort and Casino</a> along with Cosmopolitan have new touch screen ipads now to acess all kinds of services. But, yes, the phone is still available. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">They also have a business station by Tower II which also provides computer,
fax and business related options. This service was extra and could be charged to
your credit card.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After our arrival we headed into the main casino of Excalibur and found a busy maintained casino.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We headed over to Sherwood Forest Cafe and enjoyed a very satisfying meal
with great service. After our meal we decided to head over to Luxor (easy
access to the second floor) along a indoor path joining Excalibur, Luxor
and Mandalay Bay. You also had to option of taking their free monorail to
the adjoining hotel properties.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After much need rest with no interruptions we made our way back to Sherwood
Forest Cafe for breakfast. We were greeted by a friendly server who made
sure our meal was hot with very little wait. Felt sorry for this guy, so busy with no help.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our average meal cost $9.95 which
included eggs, toast, hash browns and your choice of bacon, ham or sausages. ( Please Note:<span id="goog_350027407"></span> Prices<span id="goog_350027408"></span> are changing constantly)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After a very satisfying meal our day was open to site seeing and getting our
bearings throughout the Vegas strip. Great overhead access walkways lead to
the your choice of MGM Grand, New York New York or Tropicana. We decided on
the MGM Grand, so we could try out the <a href="http://www.lvmonorail.com/vegas-hotel-guide/" target="_blank">Vegas Monorail</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Entering the mega MGM Grand we were lead down the escalator with the
Rain forest Restaurant on our left side. I must say its a nice theme!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our task was to find the monorail. After we were lead throughout the MGM
Grand, passing by through the casino floor, around many shops and familiar restaurants, such
as Emeril's, the monorail was found. You can take a short-cut from the Rain Forest restaurant side, by the MGM washrooms.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Quickly we noticed by our sore tired feet, the monorail was a fair distance away, making me question the purpose of the monorail. It was our
belief that the monorail would prevent needless walks. We were wrong. Each
station we were dropped off, we had this long walk before we reached the
Vegas Strip. If only the monorail was easy quick access throughout the
strip.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After our first day of taking the Vegas Monorail it was apparent that the bus
system had better access, but very crowded. Instead of the Vegas Monorail
system in the back of each Vegas property, it would make sense to provide
better access in front of the properties.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We have found the free ARIA Express from the Monte Carlo through to Bellagio had better access to its properties, such as Vdara, <a href="http://ivegasreviews.blogspot.ca/2014/10/aria-resort-casino-heaven-on-earth.html" target="_blank">Aria</a>, Monte Carlo and <a href="http://traveltripadvisors.blogspot.ca/2011/08/bellagio-las-vegas-by-vegas-reviews.html" target="_blank">Bellagio</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Once again we took our long walk to the Vegas Monorail and proceeded down the
strip to <a href="http://traveltripadvisors.blogspot.ca/2011/08/caesars-palace-review-by-vegas-reviews.html" target="_blank">Caesars Palace</a> and Bellagio. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Back to our familiar grounds, we
stepped into the lobby of <a href="http://traveltripadvisors.blogspot.ca/2011/08/caesars-palace-review-by-vegas-reviews.html" target="_blank">Caesars Palace</a> greeted by their inviting Christmas
decor. After a long while in Caesars Palace we headed over to Bellagio hope to
find their Christmas Theme in the </span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://traveltripadvisors.blogspot.ca/2011/08/bellagio-las-vegas-by-vegas-reviews.html" target="_blank">Bellagio</a> Conservatory Garden, but found
the Thanksgiving Theme instead. It made sense, since Thanksgiving was
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The rest of the day was walk, walk, walk, walk, walk, along the Vegas Strip. The strip was busy and crowded due to the Thanksgiving
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Black Friday - Well, what can I say about
Black Friday. In a few words: walk, walk, walk, walk and walk. My wife :
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Another great breakfast at Sherwood Forest Cafe of Excalibur and we were off
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Towards late afternoon we thought we try
Dick's Last Resort,also within Excalibur's property. It looked like a fun place
to catch some great finger foods and satisfying few drinks. To our surprise, it wasn't. We decided to head back to Sherwood Forest Cafe for that friendly service we couldn't find at Dick's Last Resort. Maybe the name "Dick" implies their service.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">That same evening we had tickets to see <a href="http://carrottop.com/" target="_blank">Carrot Top</a> within the Luxor
Properties. The young comedian rewards his guests with a fun performance.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Woke up in our room noticing movement on the wall by the mirror. My wife was
already up and had a closer look. To her surprise the wall was covered with
little ants going about their daily activity. Not too surprising this time
of year, but kind of makes you itch. Not a problem - hurried got dressed and
headed down to front desk. Due to being on the fifth floor, the girl was not too
surprised and quickly moved us to another suite on the third floor.
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Some say the ants are attracted by food or sugar, but we had no food items
in the room. Anyway, a small inconvenience and we were once again settled in
another room within an hour.</span><br />
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barihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07932222081840776822noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7296116774841959587.post-29416772887872159512011-08-10T14:07:00.000-07:002013-01-25T18:33:43.035-08:00Travel Edmonton<strong>Why Edmonton?</strong> <br />
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Edmonton, Alberta, Canada has always been known as the "Gateway to the North". During the Klondike Gold Rush of 1896. A stampede of folks as far away as Florida traveled up to Dawson City in the Yukon. <br />
The Gold Rush travelers had a choice of two routes, one was to collect the necessary staples in Edmonton before their long hike north.<br />
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Today Edmonton is a bustling city with over 1,176,307 blue-collar Canadians. The city of Edmonton is Alberta's provincial capital featuring the Legislature Building over-looking the Saskatchewan<br />
River Valley. During special functions and holidays it's common to hear the loud military cannons <br />
blasting the start of a prestigious ceremony. <br />
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<strong>Recreation of Edmonton</strong><br />
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During the summer months you can look out your window to find a mass of air-balloons floating across the blue open sky of the prairies. <br />
Edmonton is home to the Sports Capital of Alberta offering the famous Edmonton Oilers with past stars like Wayne Gretzky,Mark Messier, Glenn Anderson, Jari Kurri, Paul Coffey, Kevin Lowe, Grant Fuhr and Andy Moog. <br />
Edmontonians are considered sports-minded Canadians, supporting the Edmonton Eskimos,Edmonton Capitals baseball team, the Edmonton Gran Prix, the junior team - Edmonton Oil Kings and the Golden Bears of the University of Alberta.<br />
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<strong>Best Kept Secret</strong><br />
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The best kept secret in Edmonton is the U of A science department making headlines of scientific <br />
discovery from Astronomy to U of A cancer research breakthrough where Dr. Roger Leng unlocked the mystery to why an important genome allows cancer tumors to grow. In 1985 University of Alberta Hospital was the first heart transplant in Western Canada. Edmonton also has one of the best care units for children under the <a href="http://www.stollerykids.com/">Stollery children's Hospital</a>.Needless to say, Edmonton has one of the most advance medical facilities in Western Canada.<br />
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<strong>What Can You Do in Edmonton?</strong> <br />
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If you're not into hockey (considered a crime to Canadians),you have yearly festivals to attend, Fort <br />
<a href="http://www.fortedmontonpark.ca/">Edmonton Park</a> featuring our historical past, the famous Art Gallery of Alberta, Telus World of <br />
Science, the Muttart Conservatory and the Royal Alberta Museum. Edmonton also hosts the Canadian Final Rodeo and only second to Las Vegas National Final Rodeo.<br />
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If you love to shop, then you better head over the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Edmonton_Mall">West Edmonton Mall</a> where traveling visitors and stars like Brook Shields and Kenny Rogers have stayed over at the Fantasyland Hotel featuring theme rooms.<br />
The inside shopping place for Edmontonians is <a href="http://www.kingswaymall.com/">Kingsway Mall</a> in the center of Edmonton.<br />
The Nightlife Whyte Ave is the known as the action spot for nightlife with competition downtown Edmonton. <a href="http://www.wem.ca/">West Edmonton Mall</a> offers Bourbon Street featuring restaurants and bars to suit any lifestyle.<br />
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<strong>The Cons of Edmonton</strong><br />
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Winter months in Edmonton isn't what you call favourable with temperatures dropping from an average of -20 to -40C, but Canadian winter is a lifestyle where hockey is the number one sport. <br />
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Mosquitoes during the spring are annoying but all you really need is repellent.<br />
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Calgary features a ninety minute trip to Canada's National Parks whereas Edmonton is a three hour trip west to enjoy <a href="http://www.jaspernationalpark.com/">Jasper National Park</a>, but it's sure worth the trip.<br />
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The bike trails throughout Edmonton aren't the best designed, but the river valley does offer favourable trails. The worst trail in Edmonton that is suppose to be considered a bike trail is straight down 102Ave. with parked cars and a very narrow street. <br />
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<strong>The Pros of Edmonton</strong> <br />
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The green space in Edmonton is one of the best in Canada, featuring the river valley with well <br />
maintained parks. <br />
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The numerous festivals offer a bundle of entertainment throughout the year.<br />
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The <a href="http://oilers.nhl.com/">Edmonton Oilers</a> are considered a hockey fans haven. <br />
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<strong>Future of Edmonton</strong><br />
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Downtown Edmonton is going to explode into the largest metropolitan area featuring sky-scraper <br />
condos and a super massive downtown arena built by the Katz Group. <br />
The Downtown arena plans are by the billionaire Darryl Katz, owner of Canada's only national mail <br />
order pharmacy business, Rexall Direct (formerly known as Meditrust Pharmacy Inc.), one of Canada's largest institutional pharmacy operations.<br />
The facility is expected to cost in the range of 1.4 billion offering office towers, restaurants, a <br />
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<strong>Tourist in Edmonton</strong><br />
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As a tourist in <a href="http://www.edmonton.ca/">Edmonton</a>, you have a great selection of hotels, restaurants, sports facilities, historical <br />
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<br />barihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07932222081840776822noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7296116774841959587.post-14536868834983656402011-08-08T19:49:00.000-07:002015-03-22T15:10:47.142-07:00Enjoy your stay in Las Vegas<h2 class="subtitle">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">My wife and I have had the opportunity to see Las Vegas, visiting finer hotels, such as Caesars Palace, Bellagio, Treasure Island and The Mirage. All within a four year period. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">By following a few easy tips you won't leave Vegas disappointed.</span><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">About </span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Vegas</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Sin City is open 24 hrs, 7 days a week with over 36 million visitors per year. <a href="http://pixels.com/featured/sparkling-fountains-bellagio-bari-demers.html" target="_blank">Las Vegas</a> is a fast pace non-stop city of entertainment where you can enjoy the nightlife or just relax by the pool. Take in the fun attractions, such as the Grand Canyon Tour to the Shark Reef Aquarium at Mandalay Bay. Las Vegas has a lot to offer but can be overwhelming if you’re not familiar with the fast pace of Vegas.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Enjoy your stay by planning as much as you can in a 3-4 day excursion. Vegas is not only for adults, but for the whole family with fun-filled packages at Circus Circus, Excalibur and New York New York. Don't try to visit all of Vegas in just one trip, plan to spend time at your hotel, go on a Grand Canyon Tour, shopping and maybe see a few other hotels. But the key is not to try everything at once. Vegas is way too big and requires a few trips.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A newcomer will try to see all the sites during their first visit and find it overwhelming after the second day. They find themselves stuck in traffic with the famous deuce bus system deuce bus packed like a can of sardines. Some will seek the Las Vegas monorail thinking this form of transportation will solve their problems.Las Vegas Monorail is faster but because the drop-offs are at the very back of the mega hotels, you end up walking just as much. But Las Vegas Monorail can be a quick form of transportation, starting point at MGM Grand to as far as the Sahara Vegas Station.The last thing you want is become caught up in the maze of traffic or bombarded by wall to wall people.</span><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Vegas </span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Tips</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1. Plan to visit Vegas a few times with intervals from two to four days, preferably from Sunday to Thursday allowing for the best rates. Weekends are always busy with rising rates to suit the crowd.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2. Months before your trip, sign-up to various newsletters offered by Vegas Hotels.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3. Keep up on what other are saying on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Vegas-Reviews/117341018290303" rel="nofollow"><span style="color: #297ccf;">Vegas Reviews</span></a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Check your local Airline packages: You can spend from $600 - $3500 for two during 3-4 nights stay. Of course this includes airfare + rooms + flight taxes. This does not include user fees depending on the resort you’re staying. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Even though other resorts claim no user fees – you still are pay at least $65 per night – but just remember – you can’t use internet or fitness room without an extra charge with add on taxes. As long as you’re aware of extra charges and taxes, it won’t come as a surprise on your credit card later.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">· Check out Las Vegas Resorts Promotions on Facebook or twitter</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">· Be aware meals are no longer dirt cheap in Vegas but they still are reasonable. For best value look for promotions like the All Day Buffets from $24.99 - $50 per person. Spending $80.00 per day for two is really not that bad considering you can spend as much as $300 per day for two. Take advantage of using your All Day Buffets promotions or holiday Buffet offers.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">· Entertainment Attractions on a budget,whichever entertainment attractions you pick – make sure they are close together. For example the Shark Reef , Bodies, Titanic and The Roller Coaster is all in close proximate to each other.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Shopping or Gambling Budget: Find a budget that suits your lifestyle.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">5. Explore your Resort: Get to know your hotel with all its amenities, including obtaining a Players Card of your choice.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">6. Player Cards: You can only get your card once you are in Las Vegas. Once you have your card or cards you can go on-line to check out all the promotions. You must be legal age of 21 years old to obtain a card.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">7. Once you can find yourself around the hotel, now it’s time to adventure out to other hotels to see what you are missing. Go out and enjoy all the Free Entertainment, such as: Fountains of the Bellagio, The Sirens of T.I. ( Treasure Island) or the Volcano at the Mirage.</span><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Wear Good Walking </span></strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Shoes</b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Plan ahead, wear good walking shoes and bring plenty of water.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Monte Carlo is center within the Vegas Strip with easy access to a complimentary tram service heading directly to CityCenter which includes Aria, Vdara, Veer Tower, Mandarin Oriental and the shops with Crystals; not to mention all the restaurant choices.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Staying at Excalibur It has easy access to with a complimentary tram to Luxor and Mandalay Bay, which offers the Shark Reef.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Staying at Caesars Palace? It has easy access to the Colosseum and elaborate shops &amp;amp; restaurants to choose from.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Important to take your time and just visit a few.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you have kids, one of the best places for kids are New York New York and Circus Circus.Your kids will love you with all the great entertainment possibilities for kids, from the roller coaster to exciting rides and quick bites.</span><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Key</span></strong><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The key is to keep coming back and get to know Vegas. With good planning along with a life style budget you are sure to enjoy the many opportunities in Las Vegas.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Imagine stranded on a tropical island with all the necessities at your finger tips. An Island full of fresh fruit easy for the pickings; like ripe red pineapple, golden coconut fruits, bananas, <strong>macadamia nuts</strong> and trees named breadfruit. An oasis of colourful flowers filling the air with a sweet aroma; the yellow hibiscus and torch ginger flower. The warm ocean breeze infuses your body with happiness and joy. </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Your dream is wiped away as you feel the warm ocean waters trickle through your toes in the soft golden sand. The tide of Kahana Bay is making its way into the quiet beach cove overlooking a scenic backdrop of the Kualua Mountains. </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">All your senses are fulfilled with joy and contentment on the small island of Oahu. It’s hard to leave the tranquil beach; and to think this is just one of many stunning beaches throughout the Islands of Hawaii. </span><br>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">On Oahu there are a great selection of beaches to choose from. </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Kawela Bay</strong> - has a beautiful long sandy beach with easy waves protected by the large surfs on the northeast side of O'ahu. Very popular beach.</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Turtle Bay - close to the popular Bay Resort - Turtle Bay Resort offers excellent snorking with safe currents. A great place to get some serious suntanning.</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Waimea Beach</strong> - is notorious for surfing due to "monster" waves. You need your watch your swimming suit on this one, a wave can whip off your suit so fast and with me, my snorkling gear was long gone in seconds. Watch the locals before entering these waters.</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Ehukai Beach</strong> - is well known as the Banzai Pipeline due to the long curling waves. It is said that waves can reach as high as ten feet. This is one of the famous Northshore beaches which attracts world-wide surfing events. </span><br>
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<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Tropical Islands of Hawaii</span></strong><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our final approach to Oahu in a Boeing 787 Dreamliner brought excitement throughout the cabin. Over 300 passengers were literally “pumped” with adrenaline as the large jet cruised over the Oahu, showing off a rich tropical island within the deep blue sea. This spectacular view has become a photographic imprint bringing a content smile encountering the glorious view. Our dreamliner jet touched down gracefully on the tarmac of the Honolulu Airport. Our senses immediately pick up the warm, humid climate. Stepping out of the plane we’re greeted with pleasant sunny tropical breezes coming off the Pacific Ocean. </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Honolulu is located along the coastline bringing in two long seasons – summer and winter, with an average winter temperatures reaching a moderate 24 °C / 75°F. The summer weather varies slightly with 34 °C / 93°F boosting the prefect sun soaking temperatures; your typical beach weather.</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Instead of hearing the normal hustling and bustle when someone goes to work, the atmosphere around you is full of happiness. The best way to describe it is by a recent study of Happiness written by Randolph E. Schmid of the Associated Press…</span><br>
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<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Happiness is a warm sun</span></strong><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">By RANDOLPH E. SCHMID Associated Press Dec. 18, 2009</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">WASHINGTON – People in sunny, outdoorsy states – Louisiana, Hawaii, Florida – say they’re the happiest Americans, and researchers think they know why. A new study comparing self-described pleasant feelings with objective measures of good living found these folks generally have reason to feel fine…</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">With this in mind, you can picture the content feeling we all feel when we are happy. Beginning your vacation in Honolulu will bring happiness to anyone. Reaching the busy city of Waikiki with ocean cruise liners docked along the inlet, your eye is curiously lead along the tropical </span><br>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">vegetation of palm trees and vibrant differentiation of pretty flowers spread across the city. You can smell the salty ocean waters as the warm breeze entices your senses.</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You can’t wait to indulge in one of the famous luau celebrations under the brilliant stars or dining in the mega five-star restaurants. Your days with be full filled with sunbathing along the North Shore while you watch the experience surfers cap the ocean waves precariously. It is exactly like what Jesse McKinley published in the New York Times…</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Surfers at Waimea Bay on the North Shore of Oahu in Haleiwa, Hawaii, on Monday</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Published: December 7, 2009 WAIMEA BAY, Hawaii — By JESSE McKINLEY</span><br>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The world’s best surfers are waiting for a once-in-a-generation wave here along the North Shore of Oahu, after dozens of them plunged into the churning waters on Monday, dodging rocks, reefs, and driftwood in waves rarely seen even in surf paradises like Hawaii — but still shy of the big one…</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As anyone can see there is no shortage of things to do on Oahu. </span><br>
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The most inspirational memorable spot on Oahu is the USS Arizona Memorial Pearl Harbor.</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Everyone stepping foot on this grand memorial structure is quickly reminded about the lost of 1,777 crewmen on December 7, 1941. As a group, you’re escorted by boat to the memorial structure spanning the mid-portion of the sunken battleship. </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Walking through brings sobering thoughts of WWII and the lives that many Americans soldiers had met on this day in Dec. 7,1941. You begin to walk slowly in a funeral remembrance of the past. Your sober thoughts bring tears as you enter an open shrine room where the names of Americans killed on the Arizona, engraved on the marble wall.</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">As any artist you want to express this on canvas and so I began drawing what I saw. As soon as I reached home, I had to show my expression on a large canvas board - here you can see it for yourself. </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Overall, Hawaii was a great time of happiness that I’m assured to return ever second year.</span><br>
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