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Our Historic Hotels of America have served countless Presidents over the years and have thoroughly impressed each and every one. Our dining rooms evoke that feeling of a bygone era mixed with the modern flair of today.
Royal Palms Resort and Spa is a romantic hideaway with the rustic splendor of a Mediterranean villa. Its 119 casitas and guestrooms serve as an oasis for guests seeking tranquility and solitude. Set in the Valley of the Sun, the hotel is located in the beautiful Phoenix-Scottsdale resort community, with the majestic Camelback Mountain providing a striking visual backdrop.
Since the day it opened its doors to those seeking respite in the mile-high mountain oasis, the historic inn has been a sought-after retreat for travelers searching for a relaxing respite from life's hustle and bustle.
In 1929, John and Helen Murphey created Hacienda Del Sol Guest Ranch Resort, a desert oasis and "home away from home" ranch school for girls only. Inspired by early Moorish architecture, it showcases many details that were crafted by the Murpheys themselves.
Perched above the Victorian village of Eureka Springs, Arkansas -- recognized by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as one of America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations -- is the 1886 Crescent Hotel & Spa, a landmark hotel that echoes the recuperative splendor of the surrounding Ozark Mountain region.
Considered "the front porch of Little Rock," the Capital Hotel, a landmark inn, has been a beacon to Southern culture since it first opened its doors in 1870.
Boasting luxury accommodations, America's first full-service spa, and championship golf courses, Omni La Costa Resort & Spa is a historic retreat affording a true Southern California ambiance and picturesque natural landscape.
Occupying an entire city block, The Mission Inn Hotel & Spa is a destination in and of itself. This remarkable property took more than 30 years to complete and combines design elements from throughout the Southwestern United States, particularly the California mission style, as well as several Mediterranean countries.
Cavallo Point in San Francisco is a statement of sustainable luxury and green living, and it is the home of the Institute at the Golden Gate, an environmental program of the National Parks Conservancy.
The Palace Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel in San Francisco, was built in 1875 and was reputedly the largest, most luxurious and costly hotel in the world. On October 2, 1875, the Palace Hotel officially opened to capture the hearts of the American public. The Palace Hotel quickly gained prominence among the traveling elite visiting San Francisco.
It is said that greatness springs from tragedy. For proof of this, look no further than San Francisco's Fairmont Hotel. The Beaux Arts-style property, designed by celebrated architect Julia Morgan (the genius behind the grandiose Hearst Castle), was about to open when its city suffered a devastating earthquake on April 18, 1906.
For over a century, dreamers, farmers, investors, and even a Prussian Count have envisioned a grand future for the Colorado Springs area. One man, Spencer Penrose had the dedication and vision to bring the dream to reality. That dream was The Broadmoor, which officially opened on June 29, 1918 and marks its 90th anniversary in 2008.
The four-story red brick Strater Hotel is an exceptional example of American Victorian architecture, highlighted by original white stone cornices and ornamental brickwork. The interior of the property transports guests back to Durango's heyday and blends American history with Victorian charm and modern convenience.
Since 2001, The Cliff House at Pikes Peak consecutively received the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Award for both the hotel and dining room. The dining room has also received the DiRoNa Award, and Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence, every year.
Set in the woodlands of southeastern Connecticut, The Spa at Norwich Inn is a premier resort situated on 42 landscaped acres of trees, perennial gardens, ponds, and an inviting, placid reflecting pool.
January 15, 1913 saw the opening of Wilmington's HOTEL DU PONT, one of the most lavish hotels of America's Gilded Age and an immediate rival to Europe's finest hotels. Today the Wilmington, Delaware hotel is situated in the heart of the picturesque and historic Brandywine Valley. HOTEL DU PONT is as rich in history as it is in atmosphere; reminiscent of a time of craftsmanship and courtesy, a time of ease and elegance, and a time of sophistication and style.
One America's most celebrated hotels, the Capital Hilton has been a site for important historical events since its opening date in 1943. Located in the electric downtown district of Washington DC, the Capital Hilton promises luxury accommodations in a setting near the city's most notable attractions, with the magnificent White House located just two blocks away.
Located in Dupont Circle, The Fairfax at Embassy Row is a historic hotel with a powerful political legacy surrounding the evolution of the hotel to make it the elegant Washington, D.C. destination it is today.
The Willard InterContinental is located in the heart of the nation's capital on Pennsylvania Avenue near the White House, the Smithsonian museums, and the downtown business and theater districts. The Willard epitomizes world-class hospitality as the hotel of choice for heads of state and leaders of the world's business, cultural, social, and political elite.
The historic Washington Hilton hotel boasts an optimal location in the vibrant nation's capital and features luxury accommodations, contemporary facilities, 110,000 square feet of event space, and a convenient starting point to explore Washington, DC.
Nestled amid live oak trees draped in Spanish moss, this Victorian landmark enjoys a setting of unspoiled natural beauty on Jekyll Island. The island is protected from extensive development by the state of Georgia and has miles of beaches and forest waiting to be explored. Here, millionaires wintered in scenic seclusion for decades, enjoying many amenities and privileges.
St. Simons Island is one of Georgia's Golden Isles, lying midway between Savannah, Georgia and Jacksonville, Florida. The islands are a popular resort playground, offering a mix of natural beauty, rich history and quaint charm, coupled with the allure of inviting year-round weather.
As Waikiki's only true destination resort, Hilton Hawaiian Village® Waikiki Beach Resort offers the perfect mix of exceptional resort accommodations and classic Hawaiian hospitality. Originally developed by industrialist Henry J. Kaiser in 1955, this historic Honolulu hotel affords the widest stretch of white sand on Waikiki, a serene beachfront lagoon, lush tropical gardens and cascading waterfalls, majestic views of Diamond Head and romantic seaside sunsets.
Opened in 1901, Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa is situated in the heart of Waikiki Beach in Oahu and offers a true Hawaiian experience with the extravagance of elegant accommodations, unparalled hospitality, and superb amenities, defining the ultimate destination for a luxury Hawaiian vacation.
Overlooking Grant Park and Lake Michigan, Hilton Chicago has served as one of the city's most revered addresses since 1927. Meticulously redesigned and restored, this historic Beaux-Arts hotel offers 1,500 guestrooms and suites, exceptional dining options, a 16,450 square foot athletic club, and over 234,000 square feet of meeting and event space.
Set in the prestigious Gold Coast neighborhood at the start of the Magnificent Mile, The Drake Hotel is a historic Chicago landmark featuring breathtaking views of Lake Michigan, 535 thoughtfully-appointed guestrooms and 74 suites, indulgent amenities, lavish ballrooms and event venues, and unparalleled service.
After more than $70 million in renovations, the former Heidelberg Hotel has been reborn as Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol Center Hotel. Adjacent to the Shaw Center and River Center Convention Center, it is less than five minutes from the Louisiana State Capitol and only three miles from Louisiana State University.
Fairmont Copley Plaza has been a landmark in Boston's historic Back Bay since 1912. Constructed on the original site of Boston's Museum of Fine Arts, the hotel derives its name from the great American painter John Singleton Copley (1738-1774). The hotel's architect, Henry Janeway Hardenbergh, combined French and Venetian Renaissance influences on the building's facade.
As you pass through the sculpted bronze doors of this historic hotel, you are enveloped in the charm and timeless beauty that have made the Omni Parker House a Boston landmark since 1855.
Affording an elegant old world charm with the luxury and sophistication of modern day, Amway Grand Plaza Hotel began as the distinguished Pantlind Hotel in 1913. An integral part of the renaissance of Western Michigan, Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, with the historic wing and new Glass Tower, is located in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids contributing to the growing skyline of the business and entertainment district.
Situated amid St. Louis' historic downtown district, St. Louis Union Station Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton features a plethora of dining options, delightful onsite activities, and a close proximity to St. Louis' most popular attractions.
The Omni Bretton Arms Inn was built as a private home in 1896 and was first opened to guests in 1907. The inn was a part of the larger Mount Washington and Mount Pleasant Hotels which hosted a variety of visitors and was the distinguished headquarters for the Conference Secretariat during the 44-nation Bretton Woods Monetary Conference in 1944.
Eagle Mountain House & Golf Club exemplifies New England. Its century-old history ties the historic hotel to the region's heritage while seamlessly offering all the high-end amenities of any modern hotel alongside pristine, panoramic views of New Hampshire's White Mountains.
The "Grand Dame of the Sea" -- as Wentworth by the Sea is affectionately known -- has set the model for coastline New Hampshire accommodations for over a century. When it opened in 1874, Wentworth was the largest wooden structure on the state's coast, a hub for social, business and political luminaries from around the world.
On a rainy night in 1865, a group of travelers en route to Montreal was stranded when their stagecoach hit a muddy rut and overturned. Despite the late hour, they found a warm welcome at the nearby Dodge farmhouse and were so captivated by the hospitality of their hosts and the spectacular surroundings that they prolonged their stay.
La Fonda is a Santa Fe landmark, just steps away from history and art museums, a variety of galleries and shops, historic churches and, of course, the Plaza. The historic inn's Pueblo-style architecture features thick wood beams, latilla ceilings, and carved corbels.
From the summit of Bear Mountain, one can see the towering skyline of New York City. Only 45 minutes away from the Big Apple, guests can find a rustic mountain retreat ranging from technology-free log cabins to accommodations which offer modern day comforts.
The Omni Grove Park Inn is one of the South's best-loved resorts. Built in 1913 with granite stones mined from Sunset Mountain, the resort overlooks the city of Asheville, N.C., and provides majestic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. With its distinctive undulating red clay tile roof and original Roycroft furnishings and fixtures, The Grove Park Inn captures the essence of the Arts and Crafts movement.
The Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza is a true French Art Deco hotel masterpiece. Opened in 1931, the hotel was an integral part of the first multi-use complex in the United States. Described as a "city within a city," the complex featured an office tower, hotel, fully automated garage, shopping complex, and restaurants.
Since its grand opening in 1882, the original Palace Hotel became an instant landmark on the downtown cityscape. Always at the forefront of modern guest amenities, the urban poasis provides guests with luxury accommodations, exemplary service, and the grandeur of an original 8-story French Second Empire masterpiece.
Formerly the Multnomah Hotel, Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown has been part of Portland's historic landscape since 1912 and features original architecture with modern comforts located in the heart of the city.
The Heathman Hotel is a downtown landmark, built in the late 1920s in the popular Italian Renaissance style. Then, as now, the hotel was a popular center of cultural activity. Its dramatic public spaces have been renovated in grand Art Deco style and provide the perfect backdrop for the hotel's extensive collection of artwork.
The stately Historic Hotel Bethlehem has been restored to its original 1922 grandeur. Palladian windows provide dramatic views of the downtown district. Seven large murals by artist George Gray retell the history of Bethlehem, from its founding by Moravian brethren to its position as industrial center. Classically styled guestrooms offer views of the city's Main Street or the noted Bethlehem Star on South Mountain.
After returning from a trip to Europe, chocolate king Milton S. Hershey dreamed of building an elegant hotel on a hilltop overlooking the town that bore his surname. In 1933 that dream became a reality. Today The Hotel Hershey offers a magnificent mix of European splendor set amid 300 panoramic acres of picturesque countryside that reflects the vision of its founder.
A beacon of sophistication, design, and society, the hotel has hosted royalty, world leaders, cultural icons, and history-making events throughout its 114-year history. Featuring 172 guestrooms, 30,000 square feet of meeting and event space, the hotel underwent a multi-million dollar renovation in 2016. It is currently managed by Hyatt as The Bellevue Hotel.
With a blend of classic elegance and modern sophistication, the renowned Omni William Penn Hotel has served as Pittsburgh's premier hotel since 1916. This historic hotel features 597 beautifully appointed guest rooms including 38 suites, 52,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, and five dining options.
Named for Revolutionary War hero Francis Marion (the "Swamp Fox"), the Francis Marion Hotel became an instant landmark in Charleston the moment it opened in 1924. Rising 12 stories above the Historic District, the landmark hotel offers spectacular views of Charleston's church steeples, antebellum mansions and famous harbor, providing easy access to the wealth of Charleston's historic attractions.
From 1909 to 1970, all trains to points south passed through Chattanooga's famous terminal, which was designed by a 24-year-old architectural student from New York. The terminal's first plans were modified at the behest of the president of the Southern Railway System to emulate the National Park Bank of New York.
Internationally famous as the scene of 35th President John F Kennedy's final address on the morning of November 22, 1963, Hilton Fort Worth is an elegant landmark hotel places guests just a few blocks from Sundance Square. Located in downtown Fort Worth, Texas, this historic hotel offers thoughtfully-appointed accommodations and exceptional service.
Housed in two inter-connected historic buildings, The Ashton is Fort Worth's only small luxury hotel. Soaring twelve-foot ceilings are luxuriously appointed and offer the finest in classic ambiance with modern amenities. The hotel's elegant Six 10 Grille has become one of the city's most popular fine dining spots.
The Whitehall is ideally situated in the heart of the Central Business District in downtown Houston. Just steps away from the Theater District, this location offers a plethora of dining, entertainment, nightlife, and arts and culture options.
Ideally nestled along the historic River Walk in downtown San Antonio, the Omni La Mansión del Rio is where history comes alive. The Texas Historical Commission and the San Antonio Conservation Society have designated Omni La Mansión del Rio as a historical treasure. The historic hotel includes 338 comfortably appointed guest rooms and suites, the award-winning Las Canarias restaurant and its Texas Hill Country-infused menu, flexible meeting and event space and unparalleled service standards.
Located adjacent to the Alamo, the original Menger Hotel was constructed on the site of Menger′s brewery, the first brewery in Texas. Opening on February 1, 1859, "the finest hotel west of the Mississippi River" was host to such notables as Sam Houston, Generals Lee and Grant and Presidents McKinley, Taft and Eisenhower—Teddy Roosevelt even recruited the Rough Riders in the Menger Bar.
When Ardelia Beach, founder of the landmark Basin Harbor, first came to Vermont to establish a working farm that would take in summer boarders anxious to escape urban living, she could not have chosen a better locale. Unofficially described as Vermont's West Coast, Lake Champlain is the sixth-largest lake in America, with more than 600 miles of shoreline bordering its 120-mile length.
In a city as steeped in history as Charlottesville, Virginia—home to U.S. presidents, witness of the ravages of the Civil War, and the burgeoning Virginia wine industry—it's a significant achievement for an inn to rise in prominence. The remarkable 573-acre Boar's Head Inn compliments the fresh Blue Ridge Mountain air and stunning scenery with gracious hospitality, gourmet cuisine, and a sense of the past that doesn't sacrifice a single modern amenity.
For over two and a half centuries, The Omni Homestead Resort has offered genuine Southern hospitality amid the Allegheny Mountains, boasting beautiful accommodations, championship golf courses, and an expansive conference center. A designated National Historic Landmark, this luxury resort offers modern amenities without compromising its historic charm.
Escape, unwind, and indulge at the historic Inn at Willow Grove. Located at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this beautiful manor house offers luxurious accommodations, perfect for relaxing getaways, memorable weddings, romantic honeymoons, productive staff retreats, and so much more.
Regarded among the world's greatest inns, the Williamsburg is the crown jewel of the Colonial Williamsburg hotels, offering luxurious accommodations adjacent to the country's most celebrated live interactive history museum.
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MiniBud Airport transfer: 22-25 EUR/6900 HUF
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Meals: 90 EUR/28,000 HUF
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JENA, Germany, Dec. 27 (UPI) -- German researchers say exercising self-restraint and holding back negative emotions -- what Britons call keeping a "stiff upper lip" -- may reduce lifespan.
Researchers Marcus Mund and Kristin Mitte at the University of Jena in Germany said the findings might explain why the generally more emotional Italians and Spanish live almost two years longer than the cool English who "keep calm and carry on," MedicalDaily.com reported.
After analyzing more than 6,000 patients, Mund and Mitte found people who internalized their anxiety suffered from an elevated pulse, suggesting those exhibiting self-restraint and holding back negative emotions -- who they call repressors -- could have serious repercussions for physical and mental well-being.
Over time, an elevated pulse can result in high blood pressure and increase the risk of developing a wide range of conditions including heart disease, cancer and kidney damage.
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So I just got around to reading a tweet from Mark Oppenheimer, religion columnist for The New York Times.
He was offended by my February 3 post taking issue with a cover story he wrote for Sports Illustrated, "In the Fields of the Lord," which appeared in the magazine's Super Bowl issue.
Oppenheimer's article dissed NFL players who "point to heaven after the big sack, cross themselves after a touchdown and give thanks to Jesus in the post-game interviews." His hit piece – which, at one point, jokes about pro footballers attempting to "Christianize the strip club" – suggests that the faith of Christian athletes is unworthy of being taken seriously.
Had a Christ follower authored such an article, I would have disagreed, but I wouldn't have wondered what secret animus he might bear toward Christianity.
But Oppenheimer is Jewish, as I noted in my post. And I couldn't shake the suspicion that the cynical tone of his SI essay was attributable, at least in part, to a conceit that his faith is superior to the Christian faith.
Oppenheimer is skeptical of Christianity.
He doesn't believe that Jesus Christ was the Messiah foretold by the book of Isaiah. That He was born of a virgin. That He performed the miraculous. That He was crucified and rose from the dead three days thereafter. That he was seen by men after His resurrection. And that He sits now at the right hand of God.
In my view, a writer that rejects the divinity of Jesus – be he (or she) Jewish, like Oppenheimer, or Muslim, or Buddhist, or Hindu, or Scientologist or whatever – simply cannot write a fair and balanced article on the Christian faith.
Even when that article explores the seemingly innocuous subject of pro football and Christian athletes.
Oppenheimer didn't see it this way. The guy who spent nearly 3,500 words mocking gridiron Christians threw a hissy fit because I had the temerity to report that he is Jewish.
"cheers, Christian Diarist," Oppenheimer tweeted, "to anti-Semitism in attack on my Sports Ill piece abt Christianity + NFL."
And The New York Times/Sports Illustrated religion writer got a tweet of support from Rebecca Ruquist, one of his twitter sycophants.
"oy veyyyy," she sympathized. "The 'yes,' (confirming your suspicion) is esp unsavory."
Well oy veyyyy, indeed, Miss Ruquist. My post anticipated that readers would want to know the religious faith of the author of the Sports Ill piece (for the very germaine reasons I mentioned above). So, I answered in advance: "yes, he's Jewish."
Maybe, in Ruquist's mind, that made my post "unsavory." Maybe, to Oppenheimer's way of thinking, that somehow made my post anti-Semitic.
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I've heard the slang "he bageled me" meaning "he identified me as a fellow Jew (even though it wasn't obviously apparent)."
There are the times I pass someone in the street who's wearing a baseball cap, but one way or the other I can identify them as an Orthodox-practicing Jew.
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Outerwear Obsession: Bomber Jackets—Shop 15 Styles We Love
Bomber jackets landed on countless runways for fall and designers proved that it can work with anything from ornate full fringed skirts to tapered trousers, making it a smart piece to invest in. The style can be casual—slouchy, even—so we gathered pieces with glam details (think tweed and leather insets, lace-like embellishments, and high-shine extras) that caught our attention. Think of it as your letterman jacket taking a daring turn for the best. All that's left to do is throw it on and zip it up or effortlessly drape it over your shoulders like a street style pro.
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Best indoor trainers and rollers
Plus our tips on getting the most out of your trainer
You have to keep riding in winter if you want to consolidate your summer fitness gains. Riding outdoors can be treacherous when it's dark and icy, which is why indoor trainers are a boon to cyclists, especially those who want to use their own bikes rather than go to a gym.
Broadly speaking, there are two indoor options: trainers and rollers.
Trainers clamp the rear wheel of the bike to a frame and use a roller with a flywheel against the rear tire to provide resistance, usually magnetic, fluid or air. Some newer models like the CycleOps Silencer features so-called direct-drive designs, where you take off your rear wheel and mount the bike's rear dropouts on the trainer, wrapping the chain around a cassette integrated into the unit.
Rollers consist of a frame and three plastic drums that you ride on, with no form of clamping. Riding rollers takes more skill than a turbo, but it can also be more fun, as well as getting closer to the actual feel of riding a bike – you can't beat them for their skill-sharpening factor. Proponents of this design argue that it engages the core muscles whereas a standard trainer primarily works the legs.
Best trainers
Here's our round-up of the best indoor trainers that have been tested by BikeRadar, Cycling Plus and Triathlon Plus, and all scored five stars out of five. Last updated October 2014.
Best enthusiast trainer: CycleOps Fluid 2 turbo trainer
It's not flashy but in terms of pure performance the evolved Fluid 2 is in a class of its own. Get it spinning in a big gear and it'll deliver 1000 watts plus of pure leg blending pain. Its overall action makes it as close to enjoyable as you'll get for sprints or extended spin sessions.
Read our full review of the CycleOps Fluid 2 turbo trainer here.
Best digital trainer: Elite Qubo wireless digital
Featuring a build-in power meter, the Qubo requires plugging in, but it is simple to set up and the wireless bar-mounted computer doesn't take long to master. Ride courses on Google Maps and more with the resistance automatically adjusted for you as you go. Also, you can set the power resistance as need for intervals, ensuring on-target workouts.
Read our full review of the Elite Qubo wireless digital trainer here.
Best budget trainer: Minoura B60-R
Minoura's entry-level remote resistance unit is smooth, quiet and torquey enough for any training session, making it a cracking cost-effective choice. The main things you'll notice are the impressive smoothness and low noise levels, perfect for beasting yourself in a bedsit.
Rad our full review of the Minoura B60-R trainer here.
The ultimate trainer: Wahoo KICKR
There are a few big "ifs" with this trainer — if you have the latest Mac technology, if you have this much money to spend on a trainer — but if those apply, then you will love the Wahoo Kickr. With Bluetooth Smart and ANT+ connectivity, you can control the resistance on the Wahoo in a number of ways, from the lab-like ergo setting that dials in the exact wattage, to third-party software like TrainerRoad that controls the resistance as you ride preset workouts or courses. Unlike some systems that lock you in to a given company's software, Wahoo's open platform design means the training options will just get better. The road feel is outstanding, and the unit folds up nicely for storage.
Click here to read our full review of the Wahoo Kickr power trainer.
Also consider:
The following turbo trainers have all been awarded at least four stars out of five in tests by BikeRadar, Cycling Plus and Triathlon Plus:
- Kinetic Rock and Roll 2 ($519)
- Kinetic Rock and Roll ($569)
- BKOOL Turbo Trainer ($499)
- Wattbike Trainer ($3,495)
- Kinetic Magnetic ($299)
- Minoura Gyro V270 ($361)
- CycleOps Classic Mag Trainer ($219)
- CycleOps PowerBeam Pro Trainer ($1,199)
- Giant Cyclotron Mag II ($180)
- Minoura V150 ($299)
- Tacx Booster ($449)
- Elite Power Fluid Ritmo trainer ($399)
Best rollers
The following rollers have all been tested by BikeRadar, Cycling Plus and Triathlon Plus, and scored four or more stars out of five. Last updated October 2014.
Kreitler Kompact Hot Dog 3.0
The Kreitler Kompact Hot Dog 3.0 rollers are an all-round cool piece of kit. The build quality is excellent and the bearings roll nicely, while still providing enough resistance for a decent aerobic workout. The rollers fold in half for storage.
Read our full review of the Kreitler Kompact Hot Dog 3.0 here.
SportsCrafters OverDrive Pro rollers
Smooth riding and repeatable resistance in a package that will keep rolling for a lifetime.
Click here to read our full review of the SportsCrafters OverDrive Pro rollers.
Elite Arion Mag Parabolic rollers
If you're planning a range of specific power workouts over winter then these rollers with resistance offer the best of both world.
Click here to read our ful review of the Elite Arion Mag Parabolic rollers.
CycleOps alloy rollers
They look a bit basic but they're fast to get rolling, easy to store and impressively smooth when you're going flat out.
Click here to read our full review of the CycleOps alloy rollers
How to get the most out of your trainer
Follow the manufacturer's instructions on setting up so that your bike doesn't move and your tire doesn't slip. If your budget allows, get a big, powerful fan to keep yourself cool, otherwise your power will drop as the workout progresses and your core temperature rises. It may feel harder as a result but you won't be getting the full training benefit. Go into each session with a specific plan; just spinning along listlessly is a sure-fire recipe for boredom. For long sessions, look at setting up in front of the TV/DVD player, or at least have some motivational music in your ears.
- Do ride through winter
- Do vary your workouts
- Do start each session with a specific plan
- Do keep your tires pumped
- Do consider investing in training software, DVDs or coaching
- Don't use your best race tires
- Don't be afraid of riding rollers
- Don't annoy the neighbors/partner/others
Key components of a trainer
- Clamp and QR: The bike attaches to the trainer via a clamp, which screws over the rear wheel quick-release skewer with a couple of locknuts to keep it in place. Most turbos come with their own skewers, which you should use both for safety reasons and so as not to ruin your own.
- Stand: These normally fold out to give a turbo stability. In theory, the wider the legs, the more stable it'll be. Some have independent height adjustment for uneven surfaces, some lock into place, others just fold out. The feet are typically rubber tipped.
- Resistance unit: Wind, magnetic or fluid: these are the main types of resistance. How they ride depends on how well they're made and the quality of the flywheel, rather than the form of resistance. Wind trainers are generally loud, while magnetic and fluid units are quieter.
- Flywheel: A heavy, well balanced flywheel is generally a good thing in a turbo. It helps smooth out the ride so you don't feel you have to stomp on the pedals just to keep them going, giving you more of a sensation of riding on the road while you're stuck indoors.


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- Public accounts in surplus and low debt
- Eurozone and OECD member
- Close trading, financial, and cultural links with Scandinavia
- Virtually energy self-sufficient thanks to oil shale
- Development of high value-added sectors (electronics, IT services)
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- Small open economy sensitive to external shocks
- Declining labour force; shortage of skilled labour
- Lack of land connections to the rest of the EU
- Income inequalities and persistent poverty, especially in the predominantly Russian-speaking eastern regions
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The industrial sector will remain concentrated around telephony, furniture and the automotive sector. With nearly 70% of industrial production being exported, the sector will benefit from its good level of competitiveness. However, cooler European growth could impact external demand, which is largely driven by neighbouring countries. This would have a severe effect on the country's economy, with industry generating 24% of GDP. At the same time, rail and road transport are benefiting now that the transit of capital goods to Russia has resumed. In addition, a transport cooperation agreement was signed in December 2017 to improve the train line between the two countries.
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Although it will show a slight decline, the current account surplus will remain comfortable. The decrease is mainly due to the widening trade deficit (3.8% of GDP in 2017), driven by increased imports. However, it will remain largely offset by the surplus in services, particularly related to IT and tourism (8.3% of GDP in 2017). Dividend repatriations by Swedish, Finnish and Dutch investors – who are very active in finance, real estate, supermarkets and industry – exceed the income from Estonian investments abroad, leading to an income deficit (2% of GDP in 2017). Large foreign direct investments (net inflows of 3% of GDP in 2017) are matched by portfolio investments made abroad by Estonian pension funds and insurance companies. External debt (83.5% of GDP in 2017), which is mainly private, is more than offset by the assets of residents held abroad.
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Mary Slaby, Writing as Molly Roe, Pays a Visit to Mike Angley's Website
MA: I'm delighted to introduce today's guest-blogger, Mary Slaby (AKA Molly Roe), who hails from the same neck of the woods where I grew up: northeastern Pennsylvania. Mary's stories use this region as their setting, and weave aspects of the local history and culture into their plots. I am intrigued by her focus on the Molly Maguires, a group if Irish immigrants in the early coal mining days of Pennsylvania's history. The Molly Maguires fought for better treatment of the Irish community, sometimes using violence as a means of making that happen. My father was a coal miner in this region when he was a young man in the 1940s, and occasionally after a pint or two of ale, he'd spin a tale about the Mollies and the last remnants of the group he ran with back in those days. I was always fascinated by this history – a living history for my dad — so having Mary Slaby visit me and guest-blog about her writing is such a treat. Mary, thanks for coming by. Tell us about your background.
MR: I've lived most of my life in Pennsylvania, only about 60 miles from where my ancestors settled when coming to this country from Ireland during the 1840s and '50s. I had a wonderful childhood, growing up with an extended family in the old homestead. My husband John grew up in the same home town, but we did not meet each other until college. I attended Immaculata College and Penn State University as an undergrad, then Wilkes and Temple for graduate school. I'm currently a reading and language arts teacher at Lake-Lehman School Junior-Senior High School near Harveys Lake, PA. Read More


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Sunday, May 10, 2009
The Language of Cats: An Illustrated Glossary
My husband's family has severe allergies, so he did not have any pets when he was growing up. My family did have pets, but we unfortunately took very few pictures of them. I am therefore posting pictures of the pets my husband and I have had together through the years. Since we have known one another for 34 years and have been married for 27, I guess some of these count as "old" pictures.
Longcat – Maximum extension
Exposed – Like "longcat," only with tummy on top for maximum tummy-scratching opportunity
Don Martin feet – a phenomenon associated with "exposed." If you spent a wasted youth reading Mad Magazine, you'll know what this is.
Flop-n-squirm – Cat approaches person, flops down on floor, stretches and rolls around on floor in various longcat and exposed postures, inviting admiration and affection
Cat yin-yang, cat spoons, catlick, etc. – Various expressions of cat coziness and affection
Bookends – What it sounds like
Line-o-cats – What it sounds like; the more cats are involved, the rarer it is
Heap-o-cats – What it sounds like
(Below are four kittens that were abandoned at our church; we rescued them and found homes for them over the course of the next several weeks during a very fondly remembered November. For those weeks, we had eight cats in our household ... ah, the good old days.)
Cat-in-a-box (Cat-in-a-basket, Cat-in-a-bag) – Self-explanatory. Cats particularly fond of tight locations.
Catacombs – Cat buried or hidden, or in plain sight but disguised by surroundings
Outitude – Cat gives self bath. Cat forgets to reel in tongue. Used in a sentence: "Oh, look, Pipsqueak has an outitude."
"Meep-meep!" = "I'm cute. Give me some love." Second "meep" is more high-pitched and more emphatic. Only one of our cats, Fred, ever uttered this or The Silent Meow, and he is shown below – I can't remember which one he is doing in this picture.
The Silent Meow – This term may have been coined by Paul Gallico. Cat opens mouth to meow, but nothing comes out except a faint exhalation of air, the equivalent of a cat whisper or sigh.
Beans – Cat's eyes get square, cat starts to wiggle rear end, then runs around insanely with much spazzing. Unless you are a super-skilled action photographer, you can really only capture "incipient beans" (first two pictures below – notice the eyes and the ears). The third picture is "in medias beans," a Latin expression which, as Lemony Snicket would say, in this case means "in between beans." May lead to next item.
"I meant to do that." – Attempt by cat to look nonchalant after doing something really stupid. Example: Cat runs around insanely (see "Beans"), crashes into wall. Cat then licks shoulder as though nothing happened. Or: Cat launches self off of back of recliner, propels self onto window screen, then hangs there with an indifferent look on its face as though all is cool.
Acting ugly – (Southernism) Cat assumes threatening posture toward another cat, hisses, swats at, chases, scratches, bites another cat. Or cat lies in wait and pounces on another cat. Cat fights in general. Used in a sentence: "R.B., stop acting ugly." (Sometimes accompanied by "I'm gonna mess U up" = meant to be a threatening sound or utterance, but the voice is so high-pitched, the effect is ridiculous.)
Oogie – Brazenly naughty. Related: To oog = to act in a brazenly naughty manner. Ooginess = brazen naughtiness. Oh, no, I have not been able to find a picture which illustrates this. Those sneaky little stinkers.
Bonk – Head-tap of affection
Two-headed cat – Self-explanatory
Cat Lovey - Same as a baby lovey; cat's special "security friend"
Cataholics - What we are. We may have more pictures of our cats than we do of our kids. We are close to becoming crazy little old cat people. Dangerously close.
Submitted for the 13th edition of Smile for the Camera: All Creatures Great and Small.
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- AnonymousMay 10, 2009 at 5:54 PM
We didn't have names for them, but I have to say that I recognized each and every one of these terms! Man, I thought only our cats were crazy but I've come to learn that they all are. Cute, though, aren't they? Thanks for sharing! (This could have been my next "Humor Of It" article for Shades of the Departed, but none of the non-cat people would "get" it!)
Greta, I laughed and laughed at this! My favorite was the Don Martin feet - I totally got that one since I grew up with my dad's old Mad magazines!!ReplyDelete
Great post!
Love all the cat pictures!ReplyDelete
Greta, I think you are a "chip off my block"!!! We would call those first photos....rubba tummy. I'll have to post some of my "babies photos" ;-) I have three now, Christie, Jevert, Pseudolus and visiting for the past five years, Walter. LOVE, LOVE LOVE, cats.ReplyDelete
Donna, You're right - cat people immediately get it, but non-cat people just think "huh?" Our cats have provided so much material for our amusement over the years, it was really difficult to pick just a few pictures.ReplyDelete
Leah - I just knew there would be one or two people who would get the Don Martin reference! Glad you enjoyed this.
Harriet - Yay, another cat person!
Linda, I can't wait to see your cat photos. I have so many funny cat pictures left over, I'm thinking of occasionally using Wednesday to post a cat picture with another cat term.
I'm happy to see my family and I aren't the only ones who are cat-possessed and cat-obsessed.
Greta, your post and the photos of your cats are priceless! I enjoyed them so much.ReplyDelete
I smiled from ear to ear! Thank you very much!ReplyDelete
From one cat lover to another,
- AnonymousMay 27, 2009 at 9:20 AM
These are hilarious. Our own family's "catspeak" has evolved into such a complex and family-specific language that it never even occurred to me that another family would also have terms for our favorite cattitudes!
I could go on and on about our beasties here, but I fear it might make me look like even more of a crazy cat lady than I already am (I often tease my husband that he is a crazy cat lady too). But I will share one observation: in our household, "Don Martin feet" is accompanied by "Rod Stewart knees," in which the fuzz on the upturned kitty's knees resembles the hairstyle of a certain 1970s star.
So much fun to read!!!
Thank you - I'm so glad you enjoyed it and I love to hear about other "crazy cat families." There are more terms that I'll try to illustrate in future posts, maybe for future (Almost) Wordless Wednesdays. I'd love to hear about your family's cat language and see pictures of your guys. I love the visual I get for "Rod Stewart knees."ReplyDelete
Just found your hilarious cat pages - I've been owned by several cats over the years and recognise all the poses! Current cat does the "cat dance" (kneading with front paws before settling down) and enjoys asking for a door to be opened only to sit half in-half out. I suspect out of spite :-)ReplyDelete
S. G. - So glad you enjoyed this! I think that you are correct, and that cats often have ulterior motives for their behavior. I'm sure they try to use psychology on us just as we try to use it on them!ReplyDelete
So adorable...clever....and funny! Great post!ReplyDelete


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Windows 8 Developer Events – Updated
There's certainly a lot of interest in Windows 8 and the developer opportunity around it, so here's an update and summary of various events that can help you learn more.
Windows Developer Camps
The series of Windows 8 Developer Camps on the east coast that I mentioned in an earlier post are now underway and very popular (those that aren't full yet are very nearly so).
Here are the events we're running in in the east:
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The great news is this list is only a small part of the large number of events being run around the world, so head over to the Microsoft DevCamps site to see them all.
Windows Developer Event – NYC, April 19
Along with those Developer Camps, there is also a special Windows Developer Event coming to New York City next week (and filling up quickly as well):
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- April 12 - Portland, ME – Maine Bytes User Group – Chris Bowen
- May 2 – Cambridge, MA – "The Road to Windows 8" – Markus Egger
- May 3 – Waltham, MA – New England Visual Basic Professionals – Chris Bowen
- May 8 – Farmington, CT - CT .NET Developers Group – Chris Bowen
- May 10 – Cambridge, MA – Microsoft DevBoston – Chris Bowen
- May 24 – Agawam, MA – Western Mass MS Technology UG – Chris Bowen
- June 23 – Hartford, CT – Code Camp Hartford 5 – Community-driven schedule, but a good chance there will be Windows 8 related topics
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Government's Prize-winning Strategy
Want a solution? Try offering a prize. To spur innovation, the federal government is turning to competitions and crowdsourcing. When Charles Lindbergh flew across the...
Want a solution? Try offering a prize. To spur innovation, the federal government is turning to competitions and crowdsourcing.
When Charles Lindbergh flew across the Atlantic in 1927, he wasn't just doing it for glory. He and his backers were in it for the money.
In 1919, hotelier Raymond Orteig offered a prize of $25,000 to the first team to fly a plane nonstop from New York to Paris. This prize encouraged a number of groups to compete, leading to research and development expenses far in excess of the $25,000 prize money. Charles Lindbergh famously won the competition by landing the Spirit of St. Louis in Paris on May 21, 1927. But did you know that just two weeks later, before Lindbergh had even collected his prize money, another team managed to fly not one but two people from New York to Germany? (Nobody remembers those guys, of course.)
Orteig's prize money spurred a competitive outburst of innovation that helped launch the era of trans-Atlantic flight.
President Obama believes that such incentives can work to help solve problems facing our nation. Which is why the federal government has announced it intends to start handing out more prizes than "The Price is Right."
In March, the Office of Management and Budget released a memo on "The Use of Challenges and Prizes to Promote Open Government." The message was unambiguous: "It is Administration policy to strongly encourage agencies to utilize prizes and challenges as tools for advancing open government, innovation and the agency's mission."
The federal government spends a lot of money on research -- more than $137 billion a year -- both through federal research facilities, such as the National Institutes of Health, and through government support of university research. Paying for research, however, can be a very inefficient way for government to get what it really wants, namely results.
Therefore, federal agencies are favoring "prize-sourcing." For example, the U.S. Department of Energy is sponsoring the L Prize, which offers prizes of up to $10 million dollars for anyone who can successfully develop a high-quality, solid-state light bulb that can replace the incandescent bulb. The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency offers prizes of $2 million for driverless robotic vehicles that compete in that agency's Grand Challenge.
The Environmental Protection Agency is offering more modest prizes, up to $2,500, to encourage students and others to develop videos that "capture the faces of the environmental justice movement."
The OMB memo not only sends a strong signal to agencies, it also provides guidance and support for agencies looking to use prizes. In its memo, the OMB promised that it would launch a Web-based platform for prizes and challenges by early July. This platform will provide a forum for agencies to post problems and "invite communities of problem solvers to suggest, collaborate on and deliver solutions."
The use of so-called "crowdsourcing" by state and local governments has also been gaining momentum rapidly. Washington D.C.'s Apps for Democracy contest and Boston's use of an iPhone app to report issues such as potholes and graffiti are both part of this same phenomenon. Driven by technologies that make rapid knowledge sharing possible cheaply, harnessing the collective wisdom of the crowd is becoming easier and more common.
According to the OMB memo, prizes and challenges have a number of potential benefits:
- They can capture the public imagination and change the public's perception of what is possible;
- You pay only for results;
- They can stimulate private-sector investment that is many times greater than the cash value of the prize.
The stimulative effect of competition and the lure of financial gain has long been cited as a powerful engine of innovation in the private sector. Indeed, a number of privately-funded organizations are also using prize money to solve big challenges. The X-Prize Foundation, for example, is offering $10 million in prize money to teams trying to develop a 100 miles-per-gallon car. The thinking is that such prize money will entice a number of different competitors to invest far greater amounts in trying to win not only the money, but the prestige of being the first.
That was certainly the case with the prize money offered for a trans-Atlantic crossing.
Orteig's prize money helped spur massive interest in aviation. Because it was an open competition, it opened up lines of investigation outside the established lines of thinking. Lindbergh's single-pilot, single-engine approach was scoffed at -- until it worked.


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Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) has emerged as a popular technology for modern voice communications. Many organizations have replaced their analog or proprietary digital telephone systems with VoIP-based solutions. This allows the consolidation of telephone services into an existing IP infrastructure. In addition, using IP to host voice services lets the organization leverage existing expertise–while retaining all of the network's management advantages. Though not without its disadvantages, VoIP provides a compelling option to those looking for a telephone solution.
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I've written a number of times about the importance of using sunscreen, and today there is important news about sunscreen products. An organization called The Environmental Working Group has released a report on their 18-month investigation of 783 sunscreen products with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher. And the results are shocking: "The analysis found that 84 percent of 785 sunscreen products with an SPF rating of 15 or higher offer inadequate protection from the sun's harmful rays, or contain ingredients with safety concerns."
The good news is that they also identified 128 products that offer very good sun protection with ingredients that present minimal health risks to users.
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