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The Canon Speedlite 90EX asks so little, but gives so much. Lightweight, compact, and easy to control, it's the perfect playmate for your Canon EOS M camera. It's designed to fit on to the EOS M's hot shoe and interface seamlessly with the EOS M's touchscreen menu, for intuitive control of your lighting options when your subject lives in the shadows.
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Shoe Mount: The 90EX flash features a standard Canon EOS hot shoe mount, and attaches to the intelligent shoe on the top of your compatible Canon EOS or PowerShot G-series camera. Flash trigger, exposure setting, and focal length (zoom) setting are transferred to the flash via the intelligent shoe.
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E19 Egypt, Kenya & Tanzania Tour
With Zanzibar
The Great Pyramids & Sphinx; Donkey trek into Valley of the Kings; Deluxe Nile River cruise; Daily guided game drives through Africa's best game parks; Snows of Kilimanjaro from Kenya's Amboseli Park; Ngorongoro Crater: natural wonder; Exotic 'Spice Island' of ZanzibarINQUIRE ABOUT THIS TRIP
Dates & Prices
Prices below are per person, twin-sharing costs in US Dollars (USD). Pricing does not include airfare to/from the tour and any applicable taxes. For single supplement rates and taxes (if any), please refer to the entries under the blue box below.
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The above prices are subject to an additional $53 for taxes/fees levied on flights that occur as part of the tour. The internal airfares ARE included (any exceptions are listed in red below), but we list the taxes separately on your invoice as they are beyond our control and can change at any time.
Optional Single Supplement: $1972 USD (number of singles limited).
This tour may require a mandatory single supplement charge of $833 if you join our share program and we are unable to pair you.
Tour Overview
Setting down in the bustling metropolis of Cairo, Egypt, we start this extraordinary 32-day Egypt, Kenya & Tanzania tour in magnificent style with a short excursion to Alexandria to see the Roman Theatre, the ancient treasures housed in the Graeco-Roman Museum - including death masks, mummified crocodiles, mummies and statues - and catacombs tunnelled into bedrock in the 2nd century AD.
We see the Pharaonic monuments of the Great Pyramid and the Sphinx, which have since come to stand as symbols of Egypt's mystery and glory, walk cobblestone streets amid beautiful churches and buildings dating from the 11th century, embark upon horse-drawn carriage tours and enjoy donkey and camel rides.
Highlights of our 13-day odyssey through Egypt are our trip to the 1,500-year-old Karnak Temple, remarkable journeys through the valleys of the Kings and Queens and cruising down the longest river on the planet; the Nile.
As we fly into Kenya, it's not long before we discover why this special destination enjoys worldwide acclaim for its natural environment.
Gazing out over semi-desert savannah with the glistening glacier peak of the continent's second highest mountain - Mount Kenya - as a backdrop, we scan the endless plains in search of elephants, giraffes, cheetahs, leopards and lions, all the while marvelling at a pristine wilderness yet untouched by Man.
En route to the foothills of the towering Mount Kenya, we have the chance to see crocodiles, zebra, and ostriches, and we also have the opportunity to spend some time with local inhabitants dressed in traditional garb in tribal villages.
We see volcanic phenomena at the Great Rift Valley, watch out for the 'Big Five' in Masai Mara National Reserve, taste a variety of exotic local delicacies in the Carnivore Restaurant (with vegetarian options available) and make our way to the border of Tanzania amid glorious sceneries of rolling grasslands and African plains.
Continuing our tour of some of the best safari destinations in Africa and, indeed, on the planet, we visit Amboseli National Park at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, which boasts teeming wildlife as well as an incredible UNESCO-protected crater, and the epitome of all safari destinations at Serengeti National Park, wherein is to be found perhaps the largest concentration of wildlife in the world.
Interspersing admiration of its natural world with exploration of the country's man-made environment, we take in archaeological sites, colonial towns and the many historic sites of the 'spice islands' of Zanzibar.
Regions visited: Middle East and East Africa
Countries visited: Egypt; Kenya and Tanzania
Full Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Cairo
Today we arrive in Cairo.
Al-Qahira, literally "The Vanquisher" or "The Conqueror", is the capital of Egypt and the second largest city in the Muslim World, the Arab world and Africa and the 17th largest metropolitan area in the world. Nicknamed "The City of a Thousand Minarets" for its preponderance of Islamic architecture, Cairo has long been a centre of the region's political and cultural life.
Overnight in Cairo.
Included Meal(s): Dinner
Day 2 Cairo: Memphis & Saqqara, Great Pyramids & the Sphinx
This morning we travel to Memphis and Saqqara, chronologically the two most important sites in all of Egypt. Memphis was the capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom (ca 2700-2180 BC), and Saqqara was used as a burial place for residents of Memphis including kings, princes and nobles. Our drive this morning takes us through the suburbs of Giza, past some small, colourful villages and plantations in the fertile Nile Valley. At the ancient city of Memphis we will see several statues in a garden-like setting, including the colossal statue of Rameses the Great.
From Memphis we travel a short distance to Saqqara, the ancient burial site. On the site, considered by many archaeologists to be one of the world's most important excavations, is the Step Pyramid, constructed by Imhotep in the 27th century BC. The pyramid began as a simple mastaba, or long, flat tomb building. Over the course of time, Imhotep added to this mastaba five times -- the pyramid eventually measured 62m (203 feet) in height!
After lunch we pay a visit to the Great Pyramids and the Sphinx. Impressive in their grandeur, the pyramids are estimated to have been constructed over a period of 20 years using more than 100,000 labourers each year. The Great Pyramid of Cheops, constructed from over two million stone blocks, is 135m (443 feet) high! You may enter one of the pyramids through a long, narrow passageway and explore the deep inner chambers (extra fee applicable - ask your Tour Leader).
Later we visit the Sphinx. This feline-human was named by the Greeks because it resembled the mythical winged monster with a woman's head and lion's body. Legend has it that this "Sphinx" proposed a riddle to the Thebans and killed all who could not guess the correct answer! The Sphinx was carved from one solid piece of limestone and measures 50m (164 feet) in length and 22m (72 feet) in height.
Overnight in Cairo.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 3 Cairo & Alexandria
Early this morning we travel by road from Cairo to Alexandria. The second largest city in Egypt, known as "The Pearl of the Mediterranean", has an atmosphere that is more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern; its ambience and cultural heritage distance it from the rest of the country although it is actually only 225 km from Cairo (3-4 hours, depending on traffic).
We head to the southwest of the city and a hill littered with the remains of ancient walls, architectural fragments and rubble on which stands Alexandria's largest ancient monument, Pompey's Pillar, rising from the ruins of the ancient and famous Serapeion (Temple of Serapis). This column of red Aswan granite with a Corinthian capital, standing on a badly ruined substructure and rising to a height of almost 90ft / 27m, is traditionally believed to have been erected by the Emperor Theodosius. We will also see the famous Roman theatre of Alexandria. Dating back to 2nd century AD, this theatre is the only one of its type in all of Egypt.
We also visit the Roman Catacombs, the last existing major construction for the sake of the old Egyptian religion. Though the funerary motifs are pure ancient Egyptian, the architects and artists were schooled in the Graeco-Roman style. Applied to the themes of Ancient Egyptian religion, it has resulted in an amazing integrated art, quite unlike anything else in the world.
Another highlight today is a visit to Bibliotheca Alexandria. Once the greatest library in the ancient world, the Bibliotheca is dedicated to "the writings of all nations." Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the modern Bibliotheka cost some USD150 million, all by donation from Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Iraq.
We return to Cairo in time for dinner.
Overnight in Cairo.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 4 Cairo - Aswan & Felucca Sailing
Early this morning we fly from Cairo to Aswan in Upper Egypt.* Aswan is Egypt's sunniest southern city and an ancient frontier town. Small enough to walk around and graced with the most beautiful setting on the Nile, the pace of life in Aswan is slow and relaxing.
Upon arrival we have a leisurely sail on a felucca, a traditional sailing vessel used for centuries for carrying goods and passengers along the Nile.
* NOTE: The actual order of our Aswan area sightseeing may vary depending on incoming flight schedules and other logisitical considerations.
Overnight in Aswan.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 5 Aswan: Abu Simbel & Philae Temple
Very early this morning we travel by road (+/- 3 hours, each way)* south from Aswan across the Western Desert to Nubia, or the "Land of the Gold". Our destination this morning is the impressive Abu Simbel -- the imposing rock temples of Rameses II and his queen, Nefertari.
We have a guided tour of this site, including the interior of the colossal temples. The Temple of Rameses II, with its immense statues of the Pharaoh seated on his throne, is one of the classic images of the power of the Pharaohs. Inside the temple you will see well-preserved wall decorations and several murals. There is a wonderful relief of Rameses presenting captives to various gods, including himself! We also gain insight into the reconstruction process by visiting the interior of the artificial mountain.
We travel back to Aswan making a brief stop at the High Dam en route. Constructed between 1960 and 1971, the High Dam collects and stores water over a number of years so that the annual Nile flood can be controlled. From here we will have a panoramic view of Aswan to the north and Lake Nasser to the south.
This evening we will attend the Sound & Light Show at Philae Temple. The temple is situated on an island, and we have to take a boat to get to the site. It is a good idea to have a small flashlight with you.
* We choose to travel by road instead of flying as the schedules tend to be rather restrictive and not allow enough time at the site (much time is taken up by check-in, security, boarding, transferring etc). Driving frees us from this inconvenience and adds flexibility, plus allows us to see the High Dam en route. Departing very early ensures that we are at the site at the optimal time for photography; later in the morning, shadows fall across the temple making conditions less than ideal.
Overnight in Aswan.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 6 Aswan: San Simeon & Nile Cruise Embarkation
This morning we will take a private boat across the River Nile to the west bank. From here we travel by camel across the sandy desert to the Christian Monastery of St Simeon. Before we begin this easy trek our Tour Leader and camel trainer will teach you the technique of riding a camel. This is a journey that can be undertaken by anyone at any age (one rider per camel). Our trek is about 45 minutes to the monastery, and then 15 minutes back to the riverbank. Those who prefer not to ride can travel by open truck to the monastery and meet up with the group there.
Dating from the 6th century, and in use until the 13th century, the Monastery of St Simeon is one of the best preserved Christian sites in Egypt. Inside we will see the chapel, living quarters, kitchen and dining areas, wine press, bake area and storerooms. On our tour we will also see the remains of some Coptic frescoes -- depictions of Christ and saints as well as many geometric patterns.
We then return to the banks of the Nile and re-board our boat and ride among the islands dotting the Nile. Up the hill, above the river, is the Mausoleum of the Aga Khan, spiritual leader of the Ismailis, a Shi'ite sect based principally in India but with followers around the world. The tomb is an elegant pink granite structure of late 1950 origin.
The main island in the middle of the Nile is called Elephantine Island because many of the rocks look like elephants bathing in the Nile. On the west side of the river is the beautiful Kitchener's Island, where we will have time to stroll through the rich botanical gardens with trees, plants, and bushes.
At around midday we board our Nile cruise vessel (which remain docked in Aswan until tomorrow) and enjoy lunch on board. This afternoon you may enjoy a free afternoon in the town of Aswan either on board the ship or in the town of Aswan. During our time in Aswan, we will also include a visit to the 'Unfinished Obelisk' and Philae Temple, also already visited, but some passengers enjoy seeing it again during daylight hours. These visit may be operated by the cruise ship.
Overnight on Nile cruise. NTS cruise (or similar).
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7 Nile Cruise: Kom Ombo & Edfu
Today our cruise will make a stop and visit the Temple of Kom Ombo. In ancient times, Kom Ombo was strategically important as a trading town on the caravan route from Nubia to Cairo. Kom Ombo, actually two temples in one, is dedicated dually to Haroeris and Sobek, respectively the god of the sky and the crocodile-headed god. Here we are able to see the remains of a mummified crocodile. Crocodiles no longer exist in the Egyptian part of the River Nile, but in Pharaonic times they lived here in great numbers and were worshipped as gods!
From Kom Ombo we continue along the River Nile toward Edfu. As the largest and most completely preserved Pharaonic temple, albeit Greek-built, Edfu is dedicated to the god Horus. Construction of this temple began under Ptolemy III Euergetes I in 237 BC. We will allow time to explore this massive and impressive site, enclosed by walls and flanked by two large pylon gateways. Here we will also be able to see a Nilometer -- an ancient technique of measuring the Nile's water fluctuations and setting the level of taxes (depending on cruise schedules, this visit may take place tomorrow morning).
Overnight on Nile cruise. NTS cruise (or similar).
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8 Nile Cruise: Luxor Temple
Overnight or early this morning we will have arrived at Luxor.
Today we visit Luxor Temple. The temple was dedicated to the Theban Triad of Amun, Mut, and Chons and was built during the New Kingdom, the focus of the annual Opet Festival, in which a cult statue of Amun was paraded down the Nile from nearby Karnak Temple to stay there for a while, with his consort Mut, in a celebration of fertility. Luxor temple is considered one of the largest ancient Egyptian temple complexes situated on the eastern bank of the river Nile. At the entrance is a huge tower built by King Ramses II.
Overnight on Nile cruise (docked at Luxor). NTS cruise (or similar).
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 9 Luxor: Cruise Disembarkation & Valley of the Queens
Today we disembark our cruise and move to our hotel in Luxor.
This morning we make an excursion the Valley of the Queens.* After crossing the Nile we will board our bus for the short journey to visit this wonderful necropolis on the western shore of the Nile.
The Valley of the Queens was used as a burial site for the royal women of the 18th, 19th and 20th Dynasties. Ancient Egyptians called this place "Set Neferu" meaning Seat Of Beauty, and today only a few of the eighty tombs are open to the public. We will visit 3 tombs. The Valley of the Queens holds far more than graves of queens.
As well as our visit to the Valley of the Queens we will also have a guided tour of the workers' village and the Madinat Habu temple. Madinat Habu, also known as the temple of Rameses III was known in ancient times as Djanet, and according to ancient belief, was the place were Amon first appeared. Both Hatshepsut and Tuthmosis III built a temple dedicated to Amon here, and later Rameses III constructed his larger memorial temple on the site.
* Due to periodic and unannounced closures of the tombs at the Valley of the Queens, your Tour Leader may substitute the Tombs of the Nobles, which are equally interesting.
Overnight in Luxor.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 10 Luxor: Valley of the Kings
Early this morning we cross the River Nile by boat to the West Bank where the wealth of antiquities is outstanding. On the other side we will meet our transport for our excursion into the Valley of the Kings.
We will accomplish part of our journey today by donkey. We'll "saddle-up" and begin a leisurely ride through the New Gourna Village and into the countryside. Avoiding the busier road, we will witness quiet village life along the way for about 40-45 minutes before re-uniting with our road transport for the final leg into the Valley of the Kings (alternative arrangements can be made for those who prefer not to ride).
Once in the isolated valley, dominated by large pyramid-shaped mountains, we will have a guided tour of three of the many tombs that are here.* The valley was the burial ground for kings throughout the New Kingdom. Note that some of the tombs have steep stairways and all are quite dark inside (you might find a pocket flashlight useful).
We then proceed to the funerary temple of Queen Hatshepsut -- the first woman to rule as pharaoh! We have a tour of this impressive complex, discovered in the mid-19th century and still under restoration.
After our tour we return by bus through the countryside back to the river and the East Bank.
Tonight you may choose to visit the Sound and Light show at Karnak Temple (optional).
* We do not include the tomb of King Tut, as it is very small and not very interesting, relatively speaking, but we allow time for you to see it if you wish (separate ticket).
Overnight in Luxor.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 11 Luxor: Karnak Temple
This morning we visit one of the most fantastic archaeological sites in the world: Karnak Temple.
Karnak was built, added to, dismantled, restored, enlarged and decorated during its colourful history of over 1,500 years. At certain points in Egyptian history, this temple was the most important in all of Egypt. When we arrive at the temple you will be awed by the grandeur of the tremendous pylon gateway and the Avenue of 1,000 Sphinxes that originally ran all the way to the Nile and Luxor Temple! We will have a guided tour of the complex, massive by any standard.
During free time this afternoon, we suggest a visit to the excellent Luxor Museum or Mumification Museum.
Overnight in Luxor.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 12 Luxor - Cairo, Egypt - Overnight Flight to Kenya
This morning we fly to Cairo and proceed to the famous Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, where we see some of Egypt's most beloved treasures. Among the 100,000 pieces housed on the museum's two floors is the famous exhibit of Tutankhamun whose tomb was discovered by Howard Carter in 1922. The tomb and treasures of this young Pharaoh, modest by Pharaonic Egyptian standards, is perhaps the best preserved of the discovered tombs. We also see archaeological relics from the Old Kingdom, Middle Kingdom, New Kingdom and Greco-Roman periods. Our tour today is fully guided by our English-speaking guide. We also allow some time for you to explore the treasures on your own (Mummies Room: approx US $10 extra cost).
We then proceed to Islamic Cairo where we will tour the Citadel, begun by Saladin in the 12th century. Today the Citadel's buildings are mainly from the Ottoman period, and are truly grand. From the Citadel, actually a complex of three mosques and four museums, we enjoy an amazing view of Cairo spread beneath the hilltop. Here we will see the fabulous Mosque of Mohammed Ali, also known as the "Alabaster Mosque."
Later this evening we fly to Nairobi,* arriving the following morning (dinner on flight).
* NOTE: This flight is NOT included in the Land Price. Call us for an all inclusive air price from your town or city. Our air prices are based on a routing with KLM / NW Airlines.
Overnight flight to Nairobi.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Lunch
Day 13 Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya
Today we arrive in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya.
Part of Maasai land when the British arrived, this modern capital grew with the development of the railway. Derived from a Maasai word meaning "Cold Water," Nairobi is a pleasant mix of colonial British with modern and traditional African influences.
Overnight in Nairobi.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 14 Nairobi - Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Today we travel from Nairobi, through the "White Highlands," so called because of the large number of Europeans who settled here, northwards to the lower slopes of Mt Kenya, rising to 5199 m (16,728 feet), Africa's second highest peak. Our drive will take us into the Central Highlands, the heartland of the Kikuyu people. This is a very fertile region, well-watered, intensively cultivated, and thickly forested. The land was coveted by the Europeans who began arriving in ever-increasing numbers once the railway through the area was completed. The settlers established coffee and tea plantations on the eastern slopes of Mt Kenya and cultivated wheat on the western slopes.
Our destination is Sweetwaters, a luxury tented camp clustered around a water hole and set in the pristine calm of the private Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a non-profit organization supporting endangered species, tourism and community outreach. Ol Pejeta is East Africa's largest Black Rhino sanctuary, the only place in Kenya to see chimpanzees, and holds some of the highest predator densities in Kenya.
This afternoon we'll enjoy our first game drive within the conservancy.
Overnight at Sweetwaters Camp.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 15 Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Ol Pejeta is a mosaic of grass plains, wooded grassland, acacia woodland and evergreen thicket extending for over 350 square kilometers. The conservancy boasts an astounding variety of animals, including the "Big Five."
We will have morning and afternoon game drives today, as well as a chance to visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary -- the only place in Kenya where this highly endangered and remarkably intelligent species can be seen. The facility was initially established to receive and provide lifelong refuge to orphaned and abused chimpanzees from West and Central Africa. Here the chimpanzees are carefully nursed back to health so they can enjoy the rest of their days in the safety of a vast natural enclosure.
Overnight at Sweetwaters Camp.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 16 Ol Pejeta - Great Rift Valley - Lake Nakuru National Park
This morning we travel to Lake Nakuru, a shallow soda lake in the Rift Valley. The Rift Valley was created millions of years ago under the strain of enormous volcanic eruptions which resulted in a giant split in the earth's surface from Syria to Mozambique. Lava flowed into the valley, forming escarpments on either side of the gigantic trough which can be up to 80 km (50 miles) wide, big enough to be visible from space. At the lake, depending on the water levels, we may have the opportunity to see flamingos,* in addition to the over 340 species of birds that have been recorded in the Rift Valley!
Lake Nakuru is very shallow and can fluctuate up to five metres (12 feet) each day. When the water is low, you can see a white band of crystallized soda along the shoreline. This is also one of the best places in Kenya to view the rare White Rhino as we explore the park on our afternoon game drive.
* This, and other Rift Valley lakes, have been known in the past for huge numbers of flamingos; however, this can be very "hit and miss" owing to seasonal variations in rainfall and water level, and the increasing frequency of drought. The best we can do is hope for the best!
Overnight in Lake Nakuru National Park.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 17 Lake Nakuru - Maasai Mara National Reserve
Early this morning we depart from Lake Nakuru National Park and continue our journey through the Rift Valley, passing by Lake Naivasha and nearby Mount Longonot, a relatively young volcanic reminder of the Rift's violent past. We arrive at our lodge (via bad road) in the Maasai Mara National Reserve in time for lunch.
The Maasai Mara is a natural extension of the Serengeti eco-system and has an amazing concentration of wildlife. The largest population of lions in Kenya is found here, along with large herds of plains game. The Maasai Mara may also be the best place in Kenya to view cheetah. Later this afternoon we enjoy another game drive.
Time-permitting, we may be able to visit a Maasai village to witness the local way of life and meet its residents. If time does not permit, we will attempt this visit the village on our way back to Nairobi.
Overnight in the Maasai Mara.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 18 Maasai Mara National Reserve
The Maasai Mara National Reserve consists of rolling grassland and is located at the northern end of the Serengeti Plain. Considered the best of Kenya's parks, it is on the pathway of the yearly wildebeest migration, which comes north from Tanzania about the end of June and returns to Tanzania around the end of September. "The Mara" sustains all of the "Big Five" -- lion, elephant, leopard, rhinoceros and buffalo -- as well as an astonishing wealth of herding animals and other wildlife. You can see the stately Maasai men and youth along the road tending their cattle and goats.
We have a full day in the reserve, with morning and afternoon game drives.
In the Mara you will also have an optional opportunity to ascend over the northern Serengeti at daybreak in a hot air balloon (optional expense). From over 300 m (984 feet) above, you will be able to view the vast land and the myriad animals that inhabit the Maasai Mara. Today or tomorrow are the best days to participate in this activity - details sent upon booking.
Overnight in the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 19 Maasai Mara National Reserve
We enjoy another full day with game viewing in Maasai Mara. Depending on the season and current game locations and viewing conditions, we may divide our day into morning and afternoon drives, or take our lunches with us in order to venture further into the reserve if conditions warrant.
Overnight in the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 20 Maasai Mara - Nairobi
After breakfast we depart for Nairobi. En route, just outside the capital, we visit the Karen Blixen Museum. Baroness Karen Blixen-Finecke emigrated from Denmark to Kenya in 1918 and, in 1937, wrote under the pseudonym, Isaac Dineson, "Out of Africa." The novel tells the tale of the Baroness's experiences on a Kenyan farm. Her home is now a museum, restored to the style in which she maintained it.
Overnight in Nairobi.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 21 Nairobi - Amboseli National Park
Today we travel south from Nairobi to the Amboseli National Park.
Just across the border from Tanzania, this park is situated on the African plain at the foot of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, the continent's tallest mountain at 5894 m (19,300 feet). Here the cone-shaped mountain seems to hover majestically over the shimmering African plains.
The Amboseli National Park is also famous for its large herds of elephants. Here they cover themselves in red dust, giving them an even more imposing appearance. On this afternoon's game drive we hope to view animals grazing on the open plain with Mt Kilimanjaro providing the classic backdrop (weather-permitting).
Overnight in the Amboseli National Park.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 22 Amboseli, Kenya - Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania
This morning we cross the border into Tanzania and travel to Lake Manyara National Park via the town of Arusha, the starting point for the northern safari routes of Tanzania.
Manyara is the smallest of the northern parks in Tanzania (330 sq km, of which two thirds is the actual lake) hosting a wide variety of vegetation, ranging from savannah to ground water forest to riparian habitats. The park is host to thousands of pelicans, ibis and flamingo that can be heard from afar. Other common visitors to this beautiful lake are hippos and the majestic African fish eagle, which can be seen swooping down from its perch to snatch a fish from the still waters of the lake.
After lunch at our lodge we will have an afternoon game drive in the park, located at the base of the Great Rift Valley escarpment and comprising of forest, woodland, grasslands, and swamps. Wildlife interest at Lake Manyara is not confined to bird life only; animals such as buffalo, elephant, giraffe, impala, hippo and a great variety of smaller animals also inhabit the park.
Overnight at Lake Manyara.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 23 Lake Manyara - Serengeti National Park
This morning we enter the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a beautiful rolling landscape with periodic views over the Ngorongoro Crater. Before descending onto the Serengeti Plain, we'll stop at a viewpoint overlooking the crater. The name "Serengeti" derives from a Maasai word meaning "Land-without-end." This is a land of superlatives, both in the vast landscape that surrounds you and the incredible biodiversity it supports. It is here that you have a chance to witness one of the most compelling natural dramas on earth -- the annual migration, a sight
unparalleled anywhere in the natural world. Our afternoon game drive provides an excellent introduction to this fantastic landscape and the biodiversity it supports.
Overnight in the Serengeti National Park.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 24 Serengeti National Park
Today we have a full day of game viewing on the Serengeti. We will visit the "kopjes," a series of low, incongruous hills dotting the open landscape that often provide a vantage point for hungry predators contemplating the endless stream of hoofed animals parading past them. Depending on the season and the timing of the rains, up to 1.5 million wildebeest and a half a million zebra embark on a single-minded and perilous quest for water and grazing land. Following this spectacle, of course, are the meat-eating opportunists, hoping to capitalize on the physical toll this journey exacts on the desperate grazers. Even outside of "migration" time, large herds are still seen as they bear their young and feed, gaining strength for their annual return to the park's northern reaches. Resident species that do not migrate make for rewarding animal viewing in any season.
It may be possible to take an optional hot-air balloon safari over the plains at daybreak; today is the best day to participate in this activity - details will be sent sent upon booking.
Overnight in the Serengeti National Park.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 25 Serengeti - Olduvai Gorge - Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Travelling back to Ngorongoro today we make a stop at Olduvai Gorge, site of the Leakey excavations in the 1960s and 70s that established this region as the prehistoric habitat of some of the earliest species of hominids with some finds dating back 1.8 million years. Experts in the life sciences have argued that the Olduvai contribution to the story of human origins remains unsurpassed by any other prehistoric site in the world. A small museum on site outlines the unique geological and human history of the area.
Called the 'eighth wonder of the world' and stretching across some 8300 sq km, the Ngorongoro Conservation Area boasts a blend of landscapes, wildlife, people and archaeology that is unsurpassed in Africa. The volcanoes, grasslands, waterfalls and mountain forests are home to an abundance of animals and to the Maasai. Ngorongoro Crater is one of the world's greatest natural spectacles and its magical setting and abundant wildlife never fail to enthral visitors.
Balance of the day at leisure to enjoy our lodge overlooking the crater.
Overnight in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 26 Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Today we enjoy a half-day tour in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.* After an early breakfast we descend into the crater far below for a game drive in this incredible setting, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We explore the Ngorongoro Crater, 20 km (13 miles) wide and 700 m (2,300 feet) high where we may see the "Big Five" as well as many herbivores like wildebeest, gazelle, zebra and hippopotamus, as well as thousands of flamingos on Lake Magadi.
* In order to reduce congestion and stress on wildlife, the Tanzanian government limits
visitors to half-day visits of the crater. Depending on what time "window" we are assigned, our excursion may take place first thing in the morning, or later in the afternoon (both of which are equally advantageous for game viewing, given the relatively mild climate at this altitude).
Overnight in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 27 Ngorongoro - Gibb's Farm - Arusha
This morning we descend the Ngorongoro Highlands, retracing our steps back to Arusha via a lunch stop at Gibb's Farm. Founded during German colonial times and still privately owned, Gibb's Farm is now a small hotel perched on the outer slopes of the Ngorongoro Highlands, surrounded by coffee plantations with long views over lush and beautiful agricultural country.
We pass again through the town of Mto Wa Mbu ('Mosquito Creek'), famous for its lively cosmopolitan atmosphere and red bananas, which taste the same as regular bananas but their skins are a startling bright red.
We arrive back in Arusha later this afternoon.
Overnight in Arusha.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 28 Arusha - Zanzibar: Town Tour
This morning we fly to Zanzibar and transfer to our hotel in Stone Town.
Zanzibar is an archipelago made up of Zanzibar and Pemba Islands, and several islets. Zanzibar Island is 96 km (60 miles) long and 32 km (20 miles) wide, occupying a total area of approximately 1040 km sq (650 sq miles). It is characterised by beautiful sandy beaches with fringing coral reefs, and the magic of historic Stone Town -- said to be the only functioning ancient town in East Africa.
Zanzibar's local people are an incredible mixture of ethnic backgrounds, indicative of her colourful history. Islam is the dominant religion, and practiced by most Zanzibaris, although there are also followers of Christianity and Hinduism. Population is estimated at 800,000, with the largest concentration being Zanzibar City, which has approximately 100,000 inhabitants. Zanzibaris speak Swahili (known locally as Kiswahili), a language spoken extensively in East Africa. Many believe that the purest form is spoken in Zanzibar as it is the birthplace of the language.
This afternoon we have a walking tour of Stone Town, the old city and cultural heart of Zanzibar, little changed in the last 200 years. It is a place of winding alleys, bustling bazaars, mosques and grand Arab houses whose original owners vied with each other over the extravagance of their dwellings. This one-upmanship is particularly reflected in the brass-studded, carved, wooden doors -- there are more than 500 different examples of this handiwork. Our tour takes us to the House of Wonders, the Palace Museum (People's Palace), the old slave market, the Arab Fort, and the Hamamni Persian Baths. Stone Town has some excellent gifts shops with plenty of souvenirs and handicrafts to choose from.
NOTE: The exact order of our Zanzibar sightseeing may vary depending on variables such as weather and other logistical considerations.
Overnight on Zanzibar (Stone Town).
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 29 Jozani Forest & Stone Town
This morning we visit the Jozani Natural Forest Reserve located in the central east region of Zanzibar Island, home to the rare red colobus monkey, endemic to Zanzibar. These monkeys are full of character and roam freely. They can also be seen at very close quarters just outside the reserve's perimeter and are incredibly photogenic. Jozani is home to other species including Syke's monkeys, small buck and bushpigs.
This afternoon is free to enjoy Stone Town. Most of the houses that can be seen today were built in the 19th Century when Zanzibar was one of the most important trading centres in the Indian Ocean region. The coraline rock of Zanzibar was a good building material, but it is also easily eroded. This is evident by the large number of houses that are in a bad state of repair. Several buildings have already been renovated and the Stone Town Conservation Authority has been established to coordinate the restoration of the town to its original magnificence.
Overnight on Zanzibar (Stone Town).
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 30 Spice Tour - East Coast
The history of Zanzibar would be incomplete without a 'spice tour.' Cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, pepper and many other spices were as important to the Sultans of Oman as the infamous slave trade. They can be seen in the plantations just outside Zanzibar town, and our morning tour includes opportunities to dazzle the senses with fresh spices. A detailed description is given about a variety of spices and their uses in cooking and cosmetics. It is fascinating the sheer number of spices produced and their incredible value for many ailments and culinary applications.
We then travel to our resort-style hotel located on a beach outside of Stone Town.
Overnight on Zanzibar.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 31 Zanzibar: East Coast Resort
A day at leisure to enjoy the beach and to rest up after our journey…
Overnight on Zanzibar.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast and Dinner
Day 32 Departure from Zanzibar
We usually have some free time this morning before our afternoon departure from Zanzibar.
Included Meal(s): Breakfast
Tour Map
*The red tour trail on the map does not represent the actual travel path.
Hotel List
The following is a list of sample hotels at some locations included on this tour. The hotels shown here are meant to provide a general sense of the standard of hotel we usually aim for; they are not necessarily confirmed for your chosen departure.
Le Meridien Pyramids
Location: Cairo
Country: Egypt
Offering pyramid views, this high-end hotel is 2 km from The Great Pyramid at Giza, The Grand Egyptian Museum and ... Great Sphinx of Giza.
Featuring views of the pyramids, the sophisticated rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks.
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Movenpick Aswan
Location: Aswan
Country: Egypt
A 14-minute walk from Elephantine Island, this upscale resort hotel overlooking the River Nile is 2 km from Nubia Museum ... 3 km from the ancient Unfinished Obelisk museum.
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Sonesta St George
Location: Luxor
Country: Egypt
Welcome to five-star splendor on the banks of the Nile in a city of ancient pharaonic treasures, the Sonesta St. ... Hotel Luxor redefines magnificent contemporary style. The hotel is luxurious, sophisticated and above all, elegant.
Come and enjoy a sweeping terrace with majestic views of the Nile, a grand entrance of polished marble and handsomely appointed furnishings with exquisite detail, a sumptuous health spa, an array of fine dining choices and every amenity to please the most discerning traveler. With the mystical Nile just a whisper away and the temples of Luxor and Karnak preserved in time, experience a city of fascinating antiquity and indulge in the rich splendor of the Sonesta St. George Hotel Luxor.
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Sonesta Star Goddess Cruise
Location: Luxor
Country: Egypt
The new Sonesta Star Goddess Nile Cruise Ship sails on the Nile River for three, four and seven-night cruises between ... and Luxor. The ship has 33 spacious suites, each with a private balcony and named after famous music composers, giving it a touch of elegance and sophistication.
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Nairobi Serena Hotel
Location: Nairobi
Country: Kenya
Justly famed for its exceptional standards of efficiency, service and five-star hospitality, the elegantly sophisticated Nairobi Serena Hotel is a ... of 'The Leading Hotels of the World' and was selected as 'Kenya's Leading Business Hotel' and 'Africa's Leading Green Hotel' at the World Travel Awards 2016. The Nairobi Serena remains true to its title and offers an oasis of serenity amidst the bustle of one of Africa's most vibrant capital cities.
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Sarova Lion Hill Lodge
Location: Nakuru
Country: Kenya
Set on a plateau above Lake Nakuru, the lodge has 67 chalets all overlooking the lake. It is the perfect ... to experience one of the world's largest ornithological spectacles, the pink flamingo, or a rich concentration of wildlife including black and white colobus monkey and black and white rhino. Private shower, verandah, tea / coffee making facilities.
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Maasai Mara Sopa Lodge
Location: Maasai Mara
Country: Kenya
Located on the slopes of Oloongams Hills, it is one of the first lodges to be built in the Maasai ... Game Reserve. Guests are drawn to this lodge built in an ethnic design, surrounded by a rich landscape, covered in fauna, from huge desert cacti to sweet smelling jasmine flowers, all within the fabled Maasai Mara game reserve. 50 traditional round buildings with thatched roofs, each with 2 rooms with private bath.
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Lake Manyara Serena Lodge
Location: Lake Manyara
Country: Tanzania
Standing high on the bluff above Lake Manyara's gleaming alkaline waters, the Lodge commands panoramic views across the volcano-studded floor ... the Great Rift Valley. The circular, closely-thatched rooms echo the traditional Maasai 'Boma' style of construction. Each room has a private veranda and breathtaking views of the shimmering lake.
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Serengeti Sopa Lodge
Location: Serengeti National Park
Country: Tanzania
Nestled in the acacia woodland on the edge of the escarpment overlooking the plains of the south-western Serengeti. 69 standard ... all with 2 queen size beds, carpeted, and tastefully furnished with local fabrics and pictures. The rooms have en-suite bathrooms and hairdryers.
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Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge
Location: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
Country: Tanzania
Facing the always magnificent sunsets to the west, and located at the highest point on Ngorongoro crater's entire rim, Ngorongoro ... Lodge stands well over half a kilometre above the crater floor and offers unparalleled views across this enormous caldera.
Themed around traditionally circular African houses with conical roofs, and decorated with examples of Africa's rich tapestry of artistic traditions by way of rich woodcarvings and sculptures, the lodge harmonizes perfectly with its dramatic surroundings. But the drama does not just stop with the great outdoors: it also flows through the split level interiors of the main building which all offer an unsurpassed generosity of space while somehow managing to combine an almost magically welcoming ambience of both warmth and cosiness.
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Zanzibar Serena Inn
Location: Zanzibar
Country: Tanzania
Idyllically situated on the sea front of ancient Stone Town, the Zanzibar Serena Inn is a haven of tranquillity and ... amongst the bustle of Zanzibar. Each room is cool, white and constructed to the traditional design of a Swahili house, reflecting a blend of essential Zanzibar and world-class elegance. Air-conditioning, private bath.
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Sultan Sands Island Resort
Location: Zanzibar
Country: Tanzania
On Kiwengwa Beach along the east coast of the island, this upscale resort with Swahili styling and a laid-back vibe ... 41 km from the historic centre of Stone Town and 46 km from Zanzibar International Airport.
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Trip Information
In Egypt breakfast and dinner are included daily; all meals on the cruise. In East Africa most meals are included. All transport (flight Cairo-Nairobi NOT included for land only customers), accommodation, sightseeing and entrance fees for sites noted as 'visited' in the detailed itinerary. In East Africa, two bottles of bottled water per person daily. Gratuities for driver-guides, restaurant staff, porters, local guides. Airport transfers for land & air customers arriving/departing on tour dates.
International airfare to/from the tour. Tour Leader gratuities, some lunches, drinks, personal items (phone, laundry, etc), international (if applicable) and domestic air taxes, visa fees, and any excursions referenced as 'optional'. Cairo-Nairobi flight NOT included for land only customers. Airport transfers for Land Only customers. Optional trip cancellation insurance. Our post-reservation trip notes offer further guidance on shopping, excluded meals, visas, and locally paid departure taxes.
Seasonality and Weather
This tour is offered twice a year, in late winter and fall, when temperatures are comfortable in Egypt.
KENYA/TANZANIA: This tour is offered throughout the year except during the "long rains" in April and May when travel and game viewing can be less than optimal.
Nov-Jan: "short rains"; landscapes are green and many animals are giving birth. Showers come in the form of quick showers late in the day and rarely interfere with our activities or travel.
Sept/Oct is often hot and dusty though game viewing is excellent due to short grass and animals congregating around water sources.
If you're a fan of African wildlife photography/television programming, you're likely familiar with and keen on witnessing the annual 'Great Migration' of wildebeest and zebra in the Serengeti and/or Maasai Mara. Unfortunately, there is no neat and tidy answer re when is the best time to possibly witness the spectacle as it doesn't have a simple start or end, just a dynamic cycle of wild movement through the year. Nor is it the same each year either as the migration is largely driven by the unpredictable rains, which means that wildebeest migration doesn't operate on a set schedule. It also doesn't follow a set route. Nor do the animals all go the same way. That said, in the broadest of terms, the best time to see the Great Migration—meaning large herds of hooved animals—is probably during the dry season, between July and early October. This is not to say you won't see them outside of this time as our travellers often do, but, like nature itself, it is all about luck and timing. They may not all be dramatically on the move, but rather just standing around eating and cavorting, but you'll likely encounter the herds at some point on their/your journey. If you have your heart set of witnessing hundreds of wildebeest crossing a river en masse, getting chomped by crocodiles like you see on National Geographic, bear in mind that those photographers probably waited days or weeks to capture that exact moment—so good luck and happy 'hunting'!
Transport and Travel Conditions
EGYPT: Over two weeks we travel by bus, felucca sailboat, luxury cruise boat, horse carriage, plane, donkey, and camel. Distances covered are not great and roads are good.
EAST AFRICA: Some road journeys are very long and very rough, possibly dusty. In Kenya we travel via well-maintained, rugged minivan with six passengers each. At the Tanzania border we switch to 4x4 Land Rover/Land Cruisers. The same vehicles, with roofs that pop up, will be used for our game drives in parks and reserves. Please note that air-conditioned safari vehicles are non-existent in East Africa, except on Zanzibar.
Our rating "Level 2" on this tour refers to its ambitious nature, full days, possibly some early starts, and plenty of time spent on your feet. Many sites visited are LARGE; surfaces are uneven and sloped, and stairs will factor into our visits; heat can also be a factor in some locations which can, over time, cause fatigue. If you rely heavily on a cane or any other mobility aid, we regret that this tour would not be suitable.
Though baggage handling is available throughout, you must still be able to fully manage yourself and your things, especially at airports.
Though Egypt has enjoyed a prolonged period of stability and our tours are operating on a "business as usual" basis, we encourage all travellers (as we do for any destination) to review online government advisories that provide guidance on, among other things, issues concerning security. We are presently very confident that your journey will be problem-free, and want to ensure that you feel likewise before choosing to join this trip.
Am I suitable for this tour? Please refer to our self-assessment form.
EGYPT: Hotel accommodation used on tour is on average, 4-star (some 5-star). Most properties have outdoor swimming pools. Single rooms are limited and possibly smaller than twins. The cruise vessel is very comfortable with full air-conditioning, twin-berth, outside cabins with en suite bath / toilet.
EAST AFRICA: Hotels and lodges used are 4-5 star properties with hot water, electricity, mosquito netting, dining areas, bar, swimming pools. Remote lodges are not air-conditioned though many are at higher elevations where heat is not a factor. Zanzibar hotel is air-conditioned. Hotel porter service is available throughout (see 'Inclusions'). Single rooms are limited and likely smaller than twins. Many lodges are quite spread out and you will need to be able to walk up to 10 minutes from public areas to your room.
Staff and Support
Tour Leader throughout, local driver-guides, local guides at various locations.
Kenya / Tanzania: Groups of six or fewer participants (one vehicle), will be led / guided by one of our local driver-guides. Only multi-vehicle groups will be assigned an Adventures Abroad Tour Leader.
Group Size
10-18 (plus Tour Leader)
DURATION32 days
TOUR STARTCairo
TOUR ENDZanzibar
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Former Youngstown State football standouts WR Donald Jones (Buffalo Bills) and CB Brandian Ross (Oakland Raiders) combined to play in 26 games during the 2012 campaign in the NFL.
Ross, who played for the Penguins from 2007-10, made his first career start this past Sunday for the Raiders against the San Diego Chargers. Against the Chargers he had five total tackles, including four solo stops.
For the season, Ross was credited with 20 tackles, including 17 solo stops. In the final three games, he combined for 14 stops. He had five against San Diego, five against the Carolina Panthers and four in a win over the Kansas City Chiefs. He also recorded three tackles against the Cleveland Browns earlier in the season.
It was his first year in the organization after spending the 2011 campaign on the practice squad at Green Bay.
Jones, who completed his third campaign with the Bills, had career highs in receptions, yards, touchdowns and receptions for first downs. He finished the year playing in 12 games finishing with 41 receptions, 443 yards, four touchdowns and 25 catches for first downs. He averaged 10.8 yards per reception with a season-long grab of 68 against the New England Patriots, the top team in the AFC.
Jones had touchdown receptions against Tennessee and the New York Jets while hauling two scoring grabs against the Patriots.
He had receptions in 12 games with multiple catches in nine games. In the game against New England he had eight grabs for 164 yards, averaging 20.5 yards per catch.


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Address: Lofoten Opplevelser AS, 8312 Henningsvær
In the comfort of a dry suit you are taken out on the zodiacs to a couple of different locations around Henningsvær.
Experience the magnificent underwater life of Lofoten.
The sun shines 24 hours a day, and you will have clear visibility for 20 metres in crystal clear water, ideal for snorkelling and diving.
The water is filled with fish, sea anemones, crabs, and mackerel to mention a few. In fact, over a 100 different species of fish have been recorded in the waters around Lofoten.
We will take you to the most beautiful places around Henningsvær on a trip that lasts around two hours.
We provide you with professional equipment, but of course you can bring your own if you wish.
Experiencing snorkelling in crystal clear arctic waters.


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A major step toward an Alzheimer's treatment and vaccine
January 17, 2013
A way to stimulate the brain's natural defense mechanisms in people with Alzheimer's disease has been discovered by researchers at Université Laval, CHU de Québec and pharmaceutical firm GlaxoSmithKline (GSK): a molecule known as MPL (monophosphoryl lipid A) that stimulates the activity of the brain's immune cells.
The breakthrough opens the door to developing a treatment for Alzheimer's disease and a vaccine to prevent the illness.
80% of senile plaques eliminated
One of the main characteristics of Alzheimer's disease is the production in the brain of a toxic molecule known as amyloid beta. Microglial cells, the nervous system's defenders, are unable to eliminate this substance, which forms deposits called senile plaques.
The researchers administered weekly injections of MPL over a twelve-week period to mice with Alzheimer's symptoms. The treatment eliminated up to 80% of senile plaques. Tests measuring the mice's ability to learn new tasks also showed significant improvement in cognitive function over the same period.
The molecule has been used extensively as a vaccine adjuvant by GlaxoSmithKline for many years, and its safety is well established.
Uses for MPL: treatment and vaccine
The researchers see two potential uses for MPL. It could be administered by intramuscular injection to people with Alzheimer's disease to slow the progression of the illness. It could also be incorporated into a vaccine designed to stimulate the production of antibodies against amyloid beta as a preventive measure for people with risk factors for Alzheimer's disease.
"When our team started working on Alzheimer's disease a decade ago, our goal was to develop better treatment for Alzheimer's patients," explained research team leader Dr. Serge Rivest, professor at Université Laval's Faculty of Medicine and researcher at the CHU de Québec research center. "With the discovery announced today, I think we're close to our objective."
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is the most common cause of dementia worldwide. There is no current cure for the disease, which worsens as it progresses, and eventually leads to death.


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We have recently reviewed the shrinking workers' compensation market. The potential for a disappearing workers' compensation market driven by the reduction in injuries, heightened safety measures, and sometimes unreasonably high workers' compensation insurance premiums also begs the question whether there really is a nationwide trend to be rid of workers' compensation insurance all together.
In some states, laws have been passed allowing employers to opt out of workers' compensation insurance. These states include Texas and Oklahoma. Large companies such as Wal-Mart, McDonald's Nordstrom, and Lowe's have helped campaign to create these opt-out provisions. This does not mean, however, that workers are left completely unprotected – it simply means that the employers have opted out of the state workers' compensation option. In Texas, approximately a third of all employers have opted out. This includes many of the states' largest employers. These employers typically offer other plans to their employees to cover them in the case of a work related incident. Despite the offer of alternative insurance, many of the plans offered by employers can result in lower benefits and without the state to oversee the plans and the benefits they could provide, this may produce problems in the future. For example, without the state oversight, employers in some of these opt out states can provide plans that exempt certain conditions from coverage, such as carpal tunnel syndrome or bacterial infections. It can also result in procedural requirements, such as requiring a worker to report any injury by the end of a shift if the injury is to be covered under a plan.
So far, Texas and Oklahoma are the only states that have allowed companies to completely opt out, but other states have bills that are being pushed to also have opt out options for employers. In California, a company may not opt out. Self-insurance is an option, but only in limited circumstances.
As the companies lobbying for these opt out provisions are enormous corporations with lots of resources, it is not unlikely that they will continue to push for opt out options in other states. With little oversight and heightened control over what they will be responsible to cover in the event of a work-related injury, it is obvious to see why large companies would find this situation desirable.
Opt out is not an option in California, and it is mandatory that businesses carry workers' compensation insurance or meet the requirements to select self-insurance as an option. If you have questions about self-insurance options for your company, contact me today at 714-516-8188. I can review the requirements with you and discuss whether your company is a candidate.


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The novel is written in the third person point of view, from the perspective of author. The novel swings back and forth between the present and the past. The present represents the time after the civil war between Matilda and Stephen. The past represents before the civil war between Matilda and Stephen.
The point of view of this novel is intimate, allowing a reader to connect closely with each of the characters. The book written in this manner allows the reader to get inside the head, thoughts and inner struggles that each of the characters are experiencing as it pertains to the plot. The reader cares what happens to Adelia. The point of view also allows the author to inject her own opinions into the narration and to expand on the events taking place around the other characters and the occurrences taking place.
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Being overweight is as bad for a dog as it is for a human. Dogs can have joint problems, diabetes, heart problems and so on just as humans do from carrying excess weight. Just as obesity can seriously shorten a human's life – it can also shorten a dog's life. A dog that is overweight certainly lives a lesser quality of life!
- First of all dogs do not use treats as their primary method of instructing each other, they use body language and state-of-being as a primary teaching tool – we should too!
- Using treats only to teach and reward is a human conceit that can lead to overindulgence and weight gain;
- Using treats only – the human never learns to be aware of the more effective, more natural ways in which to communicate with and coach/mentor our dogs – this is a great opportunity lost. When we learn to use other means more natural to a dog we open up a whole new world of awareness and connectivity in ourselves – we enable the best in ourselves and our dogs. I recommend that you read these articles to learn more…
- On Dogs and Opportunism
- Affection and Your Dog
- How Dogs Communicate
- Leadership
I DO NOT recommend special weight reduction dry dog food products, store bought or veterinarian prescribed weight reduction foods as the majority of these products are not health supporting for your dog. I do recommend feeding a nutritionally sound diet and simply reducing the quantity of food provided on a daily basis. If your dog still seems hungry offer him her some of the fruits and vegetables on this list prepared as noted.and prepare as directed.
A homemade diet that supports and maintains a healthy weight;
Omega-3 fatty-acids – help your dog to maintain a good weight;
Coconut oil can be an aid in helping your dog loose weight;
Turmeric / curcumin gently and naturally speeds up metabolism to help your dog lose weight;
If you want to continue using processed food then learn how to choose a better dry or wet dog food and supplement with real food.


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Since starting out in business in 1990, Scammell Commercial has expanded its range of services, its turnover and its reputation.
The commercial vehicle fleet specialists have gained an enviable position; having become highly respected for their ability to ensure vehicle maintenance, hire, repair and recovery services in a way that is tailored to their wide range of customers. By running their independent commercial workshop efficiently and effectively and through expanding their vehicle hire fleet, Scammell Commercial has increased in size to the point where it needs to move from its current base in Grays, Essex, to larger premises.
For the past decade or so, Scammell Commercial has been using Accelerator to plan, coordinate and record all of its activities.
Having used Accelerator at his previous company – and been impressed by its versatility and ease of use – Scammell's Operations Manager Neil Livermore lobbied the company to invest in it. The decision is one that the expanding company believes has been essential to its continued success.
Neil said: "I had used Accelerator before I came here so I knew all about the benefits it could bring to Scammell Commercial."
"For me, the great thing about Accelerator has always been its ease of use. It is easy to get up and running and it is easy for anyone in a company to be able to find exactly what they want on it."
"Whatever you want to find out about your business, it is all there at the touch of a button. It's so simple – one touch, bang and it's there for you. With other systems, you have to go through various screens or routines to find what you need. That isn't the case with Accelerator."
"Once you start using it, it's so straightforward. Once you have the information in the system, it takes seconds to call it up. The accounts side is so easy and it can be used for all aspects of what we do here - fleet maintenance, stock, workshop, vehicle hire."
"Whatever you need to find can be found quickly, which is good for both us as a company and our customers as we can let them know exactly what has been done or what needs to be done to any vehicle at any particular time."
"Customers feel the benefit as Accelerator has all the info on their vehicles that anyone could need - and all that information is so easy to access, update and store. With Accelerator, all the information is there for the people who need it."
With Scammell Commercial looking for a larger site to meet the needs of its expanding customer base and its ever-increasing vehicle hire fleet, the company is confident that Accelerator can help it meet the challenges that continued success brings.
Neil added: "We've used Accelerator here for years and it has played a large part in helping us develop and build as a company."
"As we continue to increase in size we need to move to a bigger base as soon as possible and Accelerator will help us as we grow in the future."
"It can deal with anything that we ask it to do. They are always producing new features for it. We know that we are not even using it to its full potential and yet it still does everything we need."
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The Last Battlestar
The greatest high-wire act on television came back to Earth last night—in more ways than one. It's not entirely fair to say Battlestar Galactica's legacy will be determined by "Daybreak", the series finale, but the last episode is the capstone on the series, and it will be remembered as either expanding the show's breathtaking streak of brilliance, or revealing, at last, that the show's creators are in fact...human.
From the beginning, Battlestar was always a show with a plan. This was reinforced every time Battlestar's opening credits ran: we were told, of course, that the Cyclons had a plan, but in reality the Plan belonged to the show's creators, David Eick and Ronald D. Moore, and as the show began to unfold, we got the sense that the entire plot had actually been envisioned in advance—even as elements of the story became more and more impossible to explain.
Hence the high-wire act: would the plan ultimately be revealed as the kernel of genius underlying and explaining the series' vast, sprawling plot. Or would the plan vaporize when it was finally exposed to the light of day?
I must confess I approached the series finale with no small degree of anxiety. I was sad, of course, that Battlestar was coming to an end. The show has been simply magnificent over its lifetime. Let me just say it: Battlestar transcended its own potential, becoming something more than any of us could have ever foreseen. It did this episode after episode, season after season. Just when you though the show couldn't surprise, dazzle, or shock you any further...it did.
But I've seen enough television to know that ending on a high note is not easily done. And while a weak finale would never erase all that Battlestar had accomplished, it would remain our last (mostly!) impression of the series, a sour note at the end of a wondrous journey.
The first hour of "Daybreak", in my opinion, was thrilling. The second hour—and the revelation of the Plan—less so.
We always knew Battlestar would end with a return to Earth—our Earth. I wasn't fooled by the radioactive home world of the Cylons. No, Battlestar was always going to find its way home. The question was, when would Battlestar arrive: past, present, or future? And would that moment at last explain the great mysteries that swirled about the show and its unforgettable characters?
Let's take the timeline first. The original Battlestar Galactica series fed into a widely-reviled and short-lived series know as Galactica 1980, in which the human fleet finds Earth in the (then) present-day 1980's. I always thought this legacy ruled out the possibility that today's Battlestar would conclude the same way. That left either past or future. The future, for me, was always the most audacious possible ending—and problematic. Still, I can think of several scenarios in which Galactica could have found a future Earth, technologically superior, and offered us a worthy climax (see my alternate ending at the bottom of this post).
The safest choice was having Galactica find Earth in a pre-civilization state.
Unfortunately, many viewers had probably long-since sniffed out that ending, as well as the 'revelation' that Hera was in fact Lucy. Ie, humanity as we know it are descended from the combined DNA of humans and Cylons. But this is still a solid ending, right? Well, the decision of the fleet to send their ships into the sun was a little hard for me to swallow. As anyone who's ever seen Survivorman knows, it ain't easy to live off the land. This return to Ludditism is not without thematic resonance (after all, those damned machines are what got everyone into trouble in the first place), but it remains unconvincing.
Yes, technology lies at the heart of the catastrophe that nearly destroyed humanity. But the show itself argues the point that the solution is in fact not a rejection of technology but a reconciliation with it. Most importantly, this gesture of abandoning technology does nothing to abort the presumably endless cycle of evolution toward smart machines that got us all here in the first place.
Thus we are left with the revelation of the Plan. I have always labored under the assumption that Galactica's escape, and the escape of the human fleet, from the initial Cylon ambush of the 12 Colonies was part of the plan. That is, that it was not random. It was interesting to speculate whether this was part of the Cylon's plan...or someone else's.
As for the Cylon plan, we got little to no information, other than a teaser for a new fall series: BattleStar Galactica the Cylon Plan. Great. I'll mark my calendar.
As for the Someone Else, we got...little to no information. For me, Battlestar Galactica really took off when the show began to hint that some higher power was orchestrating events on the show. This theme gradually built momentum, from Starback returning to Earth to find the Arrow of Athena, to the mysterious visions, to the Cylon living in Baltar's head, to the growing sense that Galactica and the fleet were being guided toward a larger destiny.
The show's creators end the series with what can only be described as a huge punt: call these things what you will, they tell us. If you want to believe that Galactica was being guided by angels, by God, so be it. As for the monumental question, was Starbuck a human? Cylon? Angel?—it's up to us to decide.
A cynic might argue that the revelation of the Plan is that there is no plan. Do the words Deus Ex Machina sound familiar? This untimely lack of imagination occurs at the worst possible moment, cutting at the heart of what made the entire series so special in the first place.
And so, ultimately, Eick and Moore are human after all. They are revealed to have feet perhaps not of clay, but certainly not of Mithril. I make this last comparison because "Daybreak", at its best, bore an unmistakable resemblance to Tolkien's Return of the King. Eick and Moore graciously give their characters time to breathe in the final episode—giving us time to say goodbye to them. And this is much appreciated.
So, in the end, sign me off as a grateful, if profoundly disappointed fan. Battlestar Galactica will remain a high water mark in television regardless of this finale, and it will no doubt live on not only in the hearts and minds of fans across the world, but also in the new spinoffs to come.
Andy puts on his thinking cap...
Okay, what's the advantage of being a former writer and current reader of bad Hollywood screenplays if you can't engage in your own bit of rewriting? Let's see if we can come up with a little more answers here.
Let's take on God right from the start. Let's assume that life emerges spontaneously across the Universe, evolving from stardust into primordial proteins into single-cell organisms into sentient beings. Let's assume that this evolution continues inexorably toward the same result, over and over ("all of this has happened before, and it will happen again"). The pattern: intelligent life creates a copy of itself, synthetic intelligence. Conflict inevitably results. The synthetic life (Machines) always wins, exterminating the organic parent species. And then, over time, the Machines themselves always die out, unable to cope with existential challenges or just running out of steam, as it were.
Let us suppose that in one such cycle, a very, very old Machine near the end of its life decides this cycle must be broken. Let us suppose this Machine is so technologically advanced it is indistinguishable from God. Let us suppose that this Machine intervenes in the fates of the humans of the 12 colonies, and their cylon creations, with one goal in mind: to create a new, hybrid species, combining the two, in hopes that this new life can at last escape the dead-end cycle of organic-synthetic violence. There's a Plan for you.
an alternate ending:
The war is over. Humans and Cylons have reconciled, more or less, following a conflict that has driven both nearly to the point of extinction. Or perhaps it has: there may not be enough humans and Cylons left to repopulate (it takes thousands for a big enough DNA sample, according to some scientists). The two realize that survival depends on interbreeding, which they begin, and they continue their search for Earth.
When they do at last find Earth, time has passed, and there is now at least a generation of human-cylon beings aboard the fleet. What once were two warring species are now one. As for Earth...let us open on a shot of the Statue of Liberty, looking inspiring as usual, and widen to reveal New York City beyond. But this is no NYC that we recognize. We are far in the future now, and Earth's humans are locked in a zero-sum war with artificial intelligences of their own creation. Call it SkyNet if you like. The two sides on Earth are just about to extinguish each other when the Galactica Fleet arrives. Our rag-tag band of hybrid humans obviously cannot join the battle with their beaten-up ships and primitive weapons. But they can provide a glimpse of an alternate reality, one that gives the warring humans and machines reason to pause, perhaps, and declare a tense cease-fire...THE END.
Okay, maybe it's not so easy to find an ending after all. But there you go. Life will be a little easier now. I won't have to worry that the DVR missed an episode. I won't have to clear the house so I can watch my show in peace. But Battlestar, you will be missed. So say we all! :)
Andy Lewicky is the author and creator of SierraDescents