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Dolphin Connection Blog - June 201306/01/2013
For those of you who follow us on Facebook, the news of the mass stranding of California sea lion pups on the California coast isn't new. You've been receiving our updates about the situation as well as our pleas for donations to help support the animal care personnel and supplies needed.
Since the beginning of 2013, over 1,300 young, malnourished, underweight California sea lions have stranded between Santa Barbara and San Diego, along the southern California coast. Too weak and thin to forage for themselves, these animals are being brought to marine mammal stranding centers in Los Angeles County and Orange County. Rehabilitation typically takes 8 weeks before the animals are strong enough and healthy enough to be released back to the wild to try their hand at hunting for themselves. Four months into 2013, these stranding centers have already seen more animals than they did in all of 2012!
The National Marine Mammal Foundation (NMMF) has been working closely with the National Marine Fisheries Service as well as the independent stranding centers in an effort to coordinate the financial and personnel assistance necessary for responding to this stranding event. A long-time supporter of NMMF and their research, Dolphin Connection is currently providing support for their research on the effects of the 2010 oil spill disaster on the wild dolphin population in the Gulf of Mexico. From the beginning, proceeds from sales at Dolphin Connection have gone to research benefitting wild dolphins, as well as to the care of our own dolphins here in the Florida Keys. But it doesn't end there. We have sent in our donation to the NMMF, earmarked for the care of these stranded sea lion pups, and we encourage you to do the same. According to Cynthia Smith, Executive Director for the National Marine Mammal Foundation, "Not only are we working to help save these stranded pups, NMMF scientists are also working to uncover the reasons behind this marine mammal emergency. Donations in any amount from our supporters and friends are so important right now. This is one of those moments when people can make a real difference."
The work being accomplished by the NMMF is bigger than just responding to these sea lions pups immediately in need. "Sea lions are a sentinel species and these strandings are likely a symptom of an unhealthy ocean." The NMMF is currently working to discover the cause of these strandings: Why aren't these animals able to feed themselves, and how can we help? As news, updates and discoveries come in, we will continue to keep you posted. In the meantime, we encourage you to click on the links above to find out more about what you can do to help these struggling sea lion pups. All of us and our beautiful dolphin family in the sunny Florida Keys say "Thank You!"
In the meantime, we hope to see you down here at Hawks Cay for some sunshine, sunsets, relaxation, and of course swimming with dolphins.
Dolphin Connection Blog - May 201305/01/2013
Here at Dolphin Connection people tell us that we have the best jobs in the world. We couldn't agree more. We get to make a difference to people, animals and the planet every single day. Believe it or not, sometimes we want to do even more. Dolphin trainers have big hearts, as is evident in the dedicated care they provide to the animals, and these big hearts make a big difference in our little Florida Keys community.
One member of training team is a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity of the Middle Keys. She says that after moving to the Florida Keys, she quickly learned that there was more to island life than coral reefs and dolphins. "I wanted to find a way to become more involved in our small town. As a dolphin trainer, you give everything to the animals you love. We give them top-of-the-line healthcare, we make sure their food is perfect, and we do constant maintenance on their home. Giving the same to people in my own community is just as important. Everyone deserves to have a home as nice as our dolphins have!" The parallels between our work with dolphins and our volunteer experience in the community continue: "At work we dedicate hours of our day to cleaning, preparing fish, and maintaining a healthy habitat for our dolphins. The reward for our hard work is indescribable - energetic, healthy animals that we introduce to our guests every day. As a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity, we dedicate ourselves to fundraising, board meetings and land clearing and in return we get to watch a family accept the keys to their new house!"
Clearly, the motivation to provide a healthy and happy home for an animal is not all that different from the motivation to do the same for a family. What other job skills do dolphin trainers have that can benefit our local island community? One of our dolphin trainers volunteers as a soccer coach for a youth league. She says that coaching children has many similarities to training dolphins. "Dolphins and kids both have a lot of energy and they both respond best to positive reinforcement! As a trainer at Dolphin Connection, it's in our blood to give our all in everything we do. At the end of the work day, we don't just turn that feeling off. I'm grateful that I've found such rewarding ways to give back to my town, both personally and professionally."
While none of the members of Dolphin Connection team are originally from the Florida Keys, we have all made it our home. So much more than just beautiful sunsets and swimming with dolphins, our small island chain is a close-knit community and we eagerly invite you to visit us here at Hawks Cay Resort for some well-deserved relaxation. See you soon!
Dolphin Connection Blog - April 201304/01/2013
For all the reasons that people love the Florida Keys – beautiful sunsets, sand between their toes, swimming with dolphins – one amazing aspect of the Keys is frequently overlooked. Did you know that the Florida Keys are home to the only living barrier reef in the mainland United States? Not only does this reef make an amazing home to beautiful marine life, it also provides residents and visitors to the Keys a unique opportunity to have a direct impact – for better or for worse – on one of the most diverse and rich ecosystems on Earth. Here at Dolphin Connection we strive to teach our guests about how to gently enjoy our barrier reef and maybe even leaving it better than they found it.
Several coral reef conservation groups in the area provide volunteer opportunities for anyone who would like to participate in long- or short-term reef research projects. Visiting the Keys for a weekend? For the summer? Forever? There are many ways that you can ensure that you have a positive impact on this precious island chain.
The Reef Environmental Education Foundation (REEF) has volunteer opportunities for divers to help with fish identification and population estimates. This ongoing project allows us to better understand the diversity and the health of some of the residents of our coral reef environment. Currently, one threat to our native species is the presence of an invasive species called a Lionfish. This voracious fish is not native to the Florida Keys but is now competing heavily with, and even preying on, our local fish species. The effects of the Lionfish on the distribution and population of native species is another conservation project that volunteers can assist with through REEF. Information about this organization, as well as the programs they're involved with and all the ways in which you can help, can be found at www.reef.org.
The Coral Restoration Foundation (CRF) is dedicated to creating offshore nurseries and restoration programs for threatened coral species. They have created an underwater coral nursery which they tend to and protect. With so many coral reefs, including our own in the Florida Keys, being threatened, this nursery may be crucial to their long term survival. CRF is always looking for volunteer divers who can help with the care of this beautiful nursery. If diving isn't your area of interest, you can assist with education presentations at the CRF Education Center in Key Largo.
Here at Dolphin Connection, not only do we teach about coral reef conservation, we are also active participants. Members of our team volunteer on their own time with both REEF and CRF. As one Dolphin Connection trainer said, "I take so much pleasure from the ocean. It's time I gave back." How do you take care of our planet and our oceans? We'd love to hear all the wonderful conservation behaviors you're already engaged in or intend to begin. Visit our website at dolphinconnection.com/share_your_experience. Meanwhile, as you plan your visit to the Keys in the coming months, why don't you look into all the wonderful ways you can tread a little lighter and leave the Keys a little healthier? Thank you for loving our home as much as we do.
Dolphin Connection Blog - March 201303/01/2013
Spring is finally here! As we look forward to welcoming all the spring breakers ready to soak up some glorious sunshine at Hawks Cay Resort, we'd like to share some wonderful news. Here at Dolphin Connection, we received the most amazing Valentine's Day gift we could ever imagine: a new dolphin to join our family.
On February 14, a specially chartered airplane brought a very special 8-year-old, along with a specially trained crew of animal care and veterinary experts. This little dolphin came to us from our partners at the Brookfield Zoo just outside of Chicago, Illinois. With his body supported in salt water and protected in a padded and lined, custom-made stretcher, he made his way safely and easily to the Florida Keys. And there's a secret that makes him extra special to us – our Dolphin Connection team is very close to his mother and father because they were both born and raised right here in our lagoon, and now live with some of our breeding partners. So you might say this little boy is our grandbaby, and we couldn't be prouder!
Prior to his arrival, members of the Dolphin Connection team visited him in Chicago to learn everything they could about him. What's his favorite toy? How does he like his fish prepared? What behaviors does he know? Then, upon his arrival here in the Florida Keys, members of the Brookfield Zoo team stayed with us to help with his transition. Everyone involved wanted to be sure that this little dolphin was as comfortable as he could possibly be.
Now we all know what brought us to Florida: sunsets, beaches and warm weather, but why did this little guy move fifteen hundred miles to Florida? Because he needed a buddy and we have the perfect friend for him! Because we know that a pair-bond between two male dolphins is one of the closest relationships found in the dolphin social structure, usually lasting a lifetime, we make every effort to pair bond our young males. Providing an appropriate social group for both of these young dolphins is something that we were honored to do!
So, as the temperatures warm up and Spring Break approaches, we hope to see you here. Come to Hawks Cay, enjoy a sunset, bury your toes in the sand, and come and meet the newest member of the Dolphin Connection family!
Dolphin Connection Blog - December 201212/03/2012
Have you ever relocated for a job? How about for family obligations or just to see the world? And honestly, don't you sometimes dream about relocating to warm, tropical places like Hawks Cay Resort in the beautiful Florida Keys? Sometimes it's necessary for dolphins to relocate too. Recently we transported one of Dolphin ...Read More -
Dolphin Connection Blog - November 201211/01/2012
Fall in the Florida Keys is one of the most beautiful times of year, and one of the quietest. The weather is still warm, the breeze so notably absent in the summertime returns, and the crowds have all gone back to school and work. Here at Dolphin Connection we like to take advantage of this slower time of year to expand our knowledge in the ...Read More -
Dolphin Connection Blog - October 201209/28/2012
Here at Dolphin Connection, we know without a doubt that we have the most wonderful job in the world, and it turns out lots of other people feel the same way! Last month the International Marine Animal Trainers' Association (IMATA) held its Southeast Regional Workshop in the Florida Keys and while many of the attendees were animal ...Read More -
Dolphin Connection Blog - September 201209/03/2012
Life in the Florida Keys is famously slow-paced and easy going, and it typically does not involve much in the way of fancy technology. Most people here would rather watch a sunset, go fishing or swim with dolphins than sit in front of a computer screen. Nonetheless, we understand that websites are many people's primary source of information ...Read More -
Dolphin Connection Blog - July 201207/02/2012
For some people, a vacation to the Florida Keys is a time to celebrate. For some people, it's a time to relax. And for some people, a vacation to the Florida Keys is a time to reconnect with family. The Auxier family called upon their trip to Hawks Cay Resort last month to provide all of those things. If ever there was a family in need of some celebration, some relaxation and some family bonding, this is it!
Nancy Auxier, like any mother, has a very busy schedule. She lives in Florida with the two youngest of her four children while the other two are stationed in California and North Carolina where they are active-duty marines. For these reasons alone, a family vacation to watch the sun set in the Florida Keys would be priceless. But there's another detail in this story. James, Mrs. Auxier's 13 year old son, is suffering from inoperable brain cancer: Anaplastic Astrocytoma. He's always wanted to swim with dolphins – as have his siblings – so the Marty Lyons foundation arranged for the family's visit to Hawks Cay Resort on Duck Key and some very special extracurricular activities.
On a blustery Tuesday in June, Mrs. Auxier, along with three of her four children, as well as her son-in-law, made their way to Dolphin Connection. Although her oldest son who had just returned from Afghanistan was unable to join them, this group represented the first almost-complete family reunion they've been able to have in while. Reconnecting with family? Check!
As the group of five slipped into the water with four beautiful dolphins, the love that this family has for animals and their fascination with marine life, was clear. James – who along with his mom watches every animal show they can find on television – wanted to know about the dolphin's belly button. "Does it mean that they were connected with an umbilical cord?" He especially liked Lucky the dolphin and said he's wanted to get in the water with dolphins since the first time he saw them when he was a kid. James' little sister, Maria, is even considering being a dolphin trainer! The smiles and giggles coming from the dolphins' lagoon could be heard all around. The Auxier family seemed to be having fun. Relaxation? Check!
In between kisses and hugs with the dolphins there was a lot of kissing and hugging going on among the family. There is clearly a lot of love here, and for Jennifer who is the oldest sister, the love was magnified. Not only was she reconnecting with her mom and sister and little brother for the first time in quite a while, she was also celebrating her first wedding anniversary with husband Corey – a fellow US Marine. Celebration? Check!
After chatting with this very gregarious and extroverted group for a while, I asked them to describe their mom. James spoke up first, and then took a while to really think through his thoughts and choose his words. Ultimately, he narrowed it down into one simple sentence. "She's a very concerned mom." Of this, we have no doubt. Here at Dolphin Connection, we hope that a Florida Keys vacation at Hawks Cay Resort, complete with some play time swimming with the dolphins, provided Mrs. Auxier and her entire family the opportunity to relax, smile and connect. We were honored to be a part of your special visit and very touched by the love that you all clearly have for each other. -
Dolphin Connection Blog - June 201206/01/2012
Hawks Cay Resort was recently honored to host the Junior and Senior classes of New York's Tottenville High School for a very special "Exploring the Possibili-seas". The physical and occupational therapy students at Tottenville are frequently unable to participate in their school's senior trip so every year they plan their own adventure, and this year they came here! With the enviable energy of a teenager, the group took advantage of just about all that Hawks Cay has to offer. According to Gail Benson, Tottenville's Occupational Therapist, "Our students participated in the paddleboard races, hula hoop competitions, basketball, hockey, miniature golf and Wii sports. They also loved being in the hot tub and playing in the pool and just being able to swim at night in such warm water. They also loved being around the fire pit talking with each other." What else did these Tottenville High School students do while they were here? They played with dolphins, of course!
The team at Dolphin Connection joyfully dedicated the entire day to this very special group of students, as well as their therapists, teachers and chaperones, in order to make sure that everyone had the chance to come face-to-face with our dolphins. We know that meeting dolphins is amazing for everyone, but for these students it provided the opportunity to "experience things they never thought possible because of their disabilities, including Autism and Cerebral Palsy as well as a myriad of other cognitive developmental delays." According to Ms. Benson, "For most of their lives these students have been told they will never be able to do the things their age-group peers can. These trips have shown our students that this is myth, and we have literally seen their independence and self esteem blossom before our eyes." Some students took the opportunity to meet the dolphins from the floating docks in the lagoons, while the rest of the students hopped into the water and met the dolphins in their own watery world. The students described the dolphins as "rubbery and soft", and were "amazed about the [behaviors] they did." The Tottenville staff said that their students, especially ones affected with autism, rarely interact with each other but did interact with the dolphins. "Experiences like this have fostered hope, social interaction, and independence in our students who need it most. Besides improving their quality of life during these trips, we know our students will learn lessons of confidence, self esteem, and leadership they can carry with them for the rest of their lives."
Hearing from the staff about how important these experiences can be is moving, but hearing directly from the students is truly inspiring. Alyssa told us that "Dolphin Connection was a wonderful thing. I really like how we got to connect with the dolphins. My favorite part was when I got to feed the dolphins. Hawks Cay is a beautiful place and I had such a great time there." Meagan said that for her, "the opportunity to meet dolphins was very meaningful. It was always my dream to go swimming with them and to interact with them the way we did."
You know who may have loved the experience most of all? It was the dolphin trainers at Dolphin Connection. Every day we strive to inspire, but on this day the Tottenville High School students provided the inspiration. To them we offer a truly heartfelt thank you and a standing invitation to come back any time to enjoy a sunset, lounge under a Florida Keys sky and of course play with some very special dolphins. -
Dolphin Connection Blog - May 201205/01/2012
2012 marks the 40th anniversary of the Marine Mammal Protection Act. Under this act, all marine mammals, including whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, sea lions, manatees, walruses, sea otters and polar bears, are protected in the United States. Here at Dolphin Connection, we teach our guests every day about the importance of this legislature and what it means for all of us who spend time on the water and who love these animals. If ever there was a time to celebrate the power that concerned citizens and a responsive government can have, this is it. So around the country this anniversary will be observed in a variety of creative and even unexpected ways. For instance, in Washington D.C. at the National Museum of Crime and Punishment, a temporary exhibit will run this summer entitled, "Crimes Against Marine Life" (http://www.crimemuseum.org/Crimes_Against_Marine_Life.html and http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/stories/2012/05/05_21_12_crime_against_marine_mammals.html). This exhibit will highlight violations of the Marine Mammal Protection Act as well as crimes against other marine life and the law enforcements efforts to investigate these violations.
Part of the exhibit will focus on marine life affected by pollution in the oceans. Ghost nets, plastic bags, balloons, and other plastics and trash have an enormous and deadly impact on all marine life. While littering is always illegal, some communities have gone beyond that to ban balloon releases and the use of plastic bags by grocery stores or straws by restaurants. Regulations of some fishing practices and fishing equipment have also been implemented in an effort to minimize the damage to the ocean itself and to the animals who are frequently the unintended victims of the fishing practice.
Another area of focus will be shark conservation. Each year, an estimated 100 million sharks are killed, purely for their fins. The rest of the animal is dumped back into the sea as "trash". This cruel and wasteful practice is illegal in 17 countries – including the United States – but it is still permitted in many others, and laws on import and export are weak. The populations of some species of shark have declined by as much as 99% and this reduction of a top predator weakens the entire food web. All animals, including dolphins, will suffer from the consequences of this tragic loss.
Of course, marine mammals will also be highlighted at this exhibit through stories, photos, and hands-on samplings of some of the illegal animal products that have been smuggled into or out of this country. But there's another role that marine mammals play in discussions about conservation: people love them. We love dolphins; we're guessing you do too. So while some folks' heartstrings won't be pulled by stories about sharks or fish, everyone wants to keep the oceans safe for dolphins and this is where Dolphin Connection can make a difference. Come and swim with the dolphins at Hawks Cay Resort and you'll never be able to walk by a plastic bag on the beach, or let your fishing line fly off your boat, again. We guarantee it.
Now it's your turn. If a museum dedicated to Crime and Punishment can find a way to honor the ocean, you can too. How will you celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Marine Mammal Protection Act? -
Dolphin Connection Blog - April 201204/02/2012
On February 27 of this year, history was made. In fact, on February 27 of every year, history is made. It was on this date in 1953 that a dolphin named Nellie was born at Marineland in St. Augustine, Florida and every year on her birthday she breaks her own record for being the oldest dolphin in any oceanarium in the world. This year Nellie turned 59 years old and with the average lifespan of bottlenose dolphins in accredited zoos and aquariums being 25 – 30 years of age, and the average lifespan of wild bottlenose dolphins being half of that, 59 is an impressive age anywhere. For this reason, every year Nellie's trainers and everyone who loves her celebrates her momentous birthday.
One decade after Nellie was born, and three thousand miles away, at Marineland's sister facility in California, another animal was beginning her own long, record-setting career. Bubbles the pilot whale came to Marineland of the Pacific in the 1960s where she wowed guests for over 20 years. In 1987 Bubbles made her move to SeaWorld San Diego where she still continues to wow the guests today. At well over 40 years old (and over 3,000 pounds!), Bubbles is yet another example of the extreme longevity that we're seeing in marine mammal facilities around the world.
The list goes on. Visit accredited zoos and aquariums internationally and you'll find sea lions in their 20s, walruses in their 30s and killer whales in their 40s. In fact, here at Dolphin Connection with animals in their late 30s, we are proud of our very own thriving population of senior dolphins. Without a doubt, the lives of these geriatric animals benefit greatly from the quality of everything from the food to the veterinary care that they receive while under human care. But it isn't just the science of animal care that's improving and lengthening the lives of marine mammals. It's also the emotion. Come on down to Dolphin Connection at Hawks Cay resort and watch the dedicated trainers with the dolphins. In a heartbeat you'll feel the CARE in animal care. Under a beautiful Florida Keys sunset, we raise our hats to Nellie, Bubbles and to all the senior animals being cared for in facilities around the world. Thank you for all we've learned from you and with you. -
Dolphin Connection Blog - March 201203/01/2012
When you're a fifth grader in Wisconsin, things like sunshine, palm trees, dolphins and iguanas are probably not what you'd expect to see in February. But a group of students in Mr. Gaudio's class at Frank Elementary School in Kenosha, Wisconsin were able to see all of these things last month, thanks to the wonders of modern technology.
For kids in Wisconsin who've never been to the beach, it may be tricky for them to really picture the sparkle of sunlight on a blue ocean or appreciate the way a pelican glides over the surface of the water, riding the air currents. For teachers in Wisconsin, it can be practically impossible to inspire marine conservation in these children when the sea seems a million miles away and their ability to have an impact on it – for good or for bad – feels so unlikely. Inspiring Conservation is what we do here at Dolphin Connection, so when Mr. Gaudio's class began studying the oceans, we jumped at the opportunity to be involved. But how could we reach these students when Wisconsin is 1,500 miles away? While we couldn't literally bring them to the Florida Keys, we could certainly do it virtually via distance learning, so as a classroom full of students announced that it was 1° in Kenosha, their message traveled through the wireless internet and arrived to us loud and clear on our computer at Hawks Cay Resort. Wearing shorts and t-shirts, we sent back our 75° weather forecast and the game was on! From that point forward, the students couldn't wait to hear about this world so far away, where dolphins jump and where the sun seems to shine permanently. We began with a discussion about careers with dolphins, moved on to some personal stories about the individual dolphins who live at Dolphin Connection, and finished with a conversation about the science of dolphin training. After this presentation, we opened up the floor to questions, as one-by-one the students approached the web cam, notebooks in hand. "What's your favorite part of your job?" "How did you become a dolphin trainer?" "Have you ever seen a baby dolphin being born?" The questions kept on coming, and as we answered we could see that behind the students other teachers and even the Frank Elementary School principal walked into the classroom to get a glimpse of the Florida sunshine, the dolphins, some pelicans, and even an iguana through the computer.
As the class came to a close, these students who admittedly have a hard time staying focused were shining examples of good behavior. Was it the cool technology being used or was it the beautiful dolphins at Dolphin Connection who are sometimes the best teachers of all? Whatever it was that brought such success into the classroom on this day, also brought chills to everyone involved. Trainers, teachers and parents all remarked afterward that this was something that we should do again, and it wasn't just the students who benefitted. While we try our best not to take the beauty that surrounds us for granted, sometimes it takes seeing it through someone else's eyes to make us appreciate what we have. For this, we send a huge thank you to the students of Mr. Gaudio's fifth grade class at Frank Elementary in Kenosha, Wisconsin. We hope to see you all again. And we hope your weather warms up soon!
If you are a teacher or know a teacher who would like to participate in a virtual class at Dolphin Connection, please give us a call. As it turns out, you don't have to be in the Florida Keys to be inspired by our dolphin family! -
Dolphin Connection Blog - February 201202/01/2012
Frequently, when swimming with the dolphins at Hawks Cay Resort, guests wonder why our population is all male. "Where are all the females?" Great question! The answer is, "All over the country."
Dolphin Connection is a founding member of the Bottlenose Dolphin Breeding Consortium, bringing together groups of like-minded institutions to collectively manage a sustainable and genetically-sound population of bottlenose dolphins. Formed in 1999, this pioneering venture has produced more than 20 successful bottlenose dolphin calves to date, nine of them right here at Dolphin Connection. The Consortium is a partnership of skilled marine mammal specialists from zoos and aquariums all across the United States who work closely together to ensure the healthiest and most successful pregnancies and offspring.
Because of the close attention paid to genetics, the current population of bottlenose dolphins in zoos and aquariums is strong enough to sustain itself through healthy breeding for over 100 years. That's over 100 years with no need to collect animals from the wild! In this country no facility has collected dolphins from the wild since the 1980s, and Dolphin Connection has never collected animals from the wild. We are very proud of this fact, but it is not just a product of good luck. Members of the Breeding Consortium collectively and voluntarily adhere to the highest of standards with regards to animal care. It is this care that is responsible for the unprecedented success in bottlenose dolphin reproduction and we are honored to be establishing excellence for the future.
Because dolphins in zoos and aquariums are living such long lives - the oldest is 58 years old – you can still find animals at facilities who were originally collected from the wild back when this was still occurring in the 1960s and '70s. These animals are frequently referred to as "founders" because their genetic material is the foundation of the breeding population currently thriving in zoos and aquariums. Through advances in husbandry training, including semen collection, founder males are able to contribute to a "frozen zoo" which will allow them to continue to father calves for years to come. Just one more example of the cutting edge science which, when utilized by animal trainers with vision and heart, leads to amazing progress in the field of marine mammal care and reproduction.
When you come to the beautiful Florida Keys to swim with dolphins at Dolphin Connection, you may be meeting our all-male "bachelor pod". Just as in the wild populations studied by field researchers, the male dolphins at Dolphin Connection are pair-bonded in groups of two or three individuals. This important relationship is in contrast to that typically seen in females who live in larger, but much more fluid, social groups. Male dolphins will form tight bonds with only one or two other animals and will remain with those animals for their entire lives, hunting, playing and looking out for predators together. When you meet Dolphin Connection's bachelor pod, you'll know that they are a part of a very important group of animals who have fathered, and continue to father, healthy dolphin calves around the country. -
Dolphin Connection Blog - January 201201/02/2012
Happy New Year!
Depending on what portion of the country you live in – and how thick the layer of snow on your roof is – it might be hard to imagine yourself applying sunscreen as you prepare to slide into the water to swim with dolphins. Here at Dolphin Connection at Hawks Cay Resort in the Florida Keys, we are lucky enough to enjoy sunshine, palm trees, saltwater and dolphins all year 'round, which means we are very careful about protecting our skin with sunscreen every day. Unfortunately, the toxins found in ordinary sunscreens wash right into the water and can harm the marine environment and the animals who depend on it. This fact used to pose a conflict for us between protecting our own health and that of the sea. Passionate as we are about dolphin conservation, we are just as concerned with the health of the oceans: after all, they are the only home the dolphins have. In fact, down here in the Florida Keys we are honored to live on the only barrier coral reef in the continental US. This fragile and precious habitat deserves some very careful treatment.
It is for this reason that Dolphin Connection has recently partnered with Reef Safe™ sunscreens. Reef Safe™ products are waterproof, biodegradable and are non toxic to marine life. Not only do all the trainers on the Dolphin Connection team use this sunscreen, we provide it – free of charge – for our guests to apply prior to entering the water with the dolphins. We even sell it for those folks who want to minimize their impact on the planet even after their vacation to the islands is over – inspiring conservation, after all, is what we do. As another new year begins, we are all thinking about resolutions that will benefit the planet as well as ourselves. Dolphin Connection's pledge to protect the oceans while protecting our skin begins with Reef Safe™. If you are interested in making a similar resolution, we encourage you to visit www.reefsafesuncare.com. The dolphins will thank you! -
Dolphin Connection Blog - December 201111/30/2011
Happy Holidays everyone! December is here, and with it comes the season of joy, love and gift giving. Dolphin Connection is blessed with the presence of joy and love in our lives every day throughout the year, thanks to our beautiful dolphins, but did you know we also get into the gift-giving spirit of the holiday? Dolphin Connection has a long history of making donations to wild dolphin research and conservation efforts, and this year is no different. In fact, this year these donations are more important than ever before.
While I gaze out onto the pristine lagoon at Hawks Cay Resort in the Florida Keys, enjoying people's carefree smiles as they swim with dolphins, it is easy to forget that less than two years ago we all watched in horror as oil gushed into the Gulf of Mexico after the Deepwater Horizon accident. Though the spill never reached us here, we were nonetheless heartbroken for the people and animals who were injured or killed during this environmental disaster. While it may be years before the long term impacts of the spill on the local dolphin population is known, researchers are already studying the short term effects, and this is where Dolphin Connection plays a role.
For years, one of Dolphin Connection's conservation partners and donation recipients has been the Sarasota Dolphin Research Project, based at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota, Florida (www.sarasotadolphin.org). The long term research happening in Sarasota Bay has provided some of the most important and relevant information about the natural history and behavior of the wild bottlenose dolphin. Through donations of money, supplies and staff time, Dolphin Connection has proudly been involved with this very important study. Now, this same research group will be analyzing the health of the population of Atlantic bottlenose dolphins found in the Gulf of Mexico. This study, entitled "West Florida Shelf Bottlenose Dolphins: Population Structure, Health, Oil Spill Impacts", will require many pieces of data collection, one of which is ultrasound data on individuals in this Gulf dolphin population. Scientists from the National Marine Mammal Foundation, based in San Diego, California, will provide the ultrasound expertise required for this very important field research (www.nmmfoundation.org). Dolphin Connection is funding this ultrasound analysis in an effort to better understand the health of the dolphins and the challenges that they, and future generations, may face in the coming years.
So as the holiday season arrives, blanketing us all in the warmth of family, merriment and love, Dolphin Connection would like to send out a wish for a peaceful and healthy year to you, and to all the dolphins around the world.
Happy Holidays, from Dolphin Connection. -
Dolphin Connection Blog - November 201111/04/2011
Fall is here, there's a chill in the air and Thanksgiving is right around the corner. If ever there was a time to pause and appreciate what we're grateful for, this is that time. Here at Dolphin Connection, we spend our days under the palm trees at the gorgeous Hawks Cay Resort in the Florida Keys, surrounded by dolphins. It's certainly not difficult for us to count our blessings.
For anyone who's ever had a dream and been lucky enough to see that dream realized, you know exactly how a dolphin trainer feels every day. Coming to work and spending your day with the animals you loved as a child, making a living at a job that fulfills you and surrounding yourself with people who inspire you – not many people can say they do that. But have a conversation with the team at Dolphin Connection, and you'll hear that same story repeated over and over. I, in fact, had just such a conversation with this group of people and hearing the passion, respect and joy in their voices was simply awe inspiring:
"I come to work every day with people who are so dedicated and hard-working. My co-workers are some of the most selfless people I have ever met! They care so much about the animals, and to share a common goal about which we are all so truly passionate is a great thing!"
"I am so continually thankful that I am where I am, doing such an incredible job and working with such amazing animals and co-workers"
"I love and look forward to my job each day, because no day is ever the same – our dolphins are more than likely to provide an extra special moment, our guests might have an inspiring comment and our team is so closely knit that we are bound to have some fun! I am grateful for the smiles I see on our guests when meeting the dolphins – each one fills me with hope that our dolphins will inspire more people to care for the environment."
"When I come into work every morning, I hear the vocalizations coming from the lagoon, signaling from the dolphins it's time to get the day started! It makes me smile and immediately brightens my day."
"Not many people have the opportunity to sort herring while drinking their morning coffee! Each day I have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of five incredible animals and the lives of many human visitors as well."
"I am grateful for everything that comes included with this job: the beautiful animals, our wonderful staff and the smiles that always seem to appear on anyone's face who visits with our dolphins. It was always a childhood dream of mine to work with dolphins. I always look forward to coming into work after my weekend, and I always leave at the end of the day with a smile on my face (and I'm not exaggerating). Dolphins always leave people feeling happier. THAT is why I love my job."
"I have my dream job. I am thankful for the amazing coworkers, both human and dolphin, that I get to share my days with, but even more, I'm thankful that I get to work in an environment that encourages me to share my passion and love for animals and conservation."
"My uniform is a bathing suit and my office is the ocean."
Here at Dolphin Connection we love what we do, we're grateful for the chance to do it, and we're thankful to everyone who comes to spend time with us and our beautiful dolphins. Maybe this Thanksgiving will bring you to the Florida Keys for some time to count your blessings with your family. We'd love to have you share your holiday with us, and let us share everything we're thankful for with you. Happy Thanksgiving. -
Dolphin Connection Blog - October 201109/30/2011
What a wonderful time to be in the Florida Keys. The weather is warm. The summertime crowds are gone. It's the perfect season to come to Hawks Cay Resort and swim with dolphins. It's also a great time to really soak up your surroundings in the leisurely manner that defines Keys living. Rather than rushing from one activity to the next, we encourage you to smell the salt air, taste the fresh seafood and watch a beautiful sunset. Once you've reminded yourself what it feels like to slow down and relax, why not take a nice leisurely walk around the lagoon at Dolphin Connection. Not only will you be able to observe the dolphins as you walk, you will also be guided along by our newest addition: beautiful, informative and thought provoking graphics which tell the story of Dolphin Connection, its residents, their wild cousins and the oceans we all need to survive.
As longtime leaders in the field of dolphin care, training and reproduction, Dolphin Connection is also dedicated to making marine education available to everyone. Have you ever wondered how a dolphin sleeps? What we do during a hurricane? Where our dolphins came from? What you can do to protect wild dolphins? The answers to these frequently asked questions, and many others, are here for you to discover. Whether you're a local, a guest of the resort or someone who's in town simply to meet the dolphins, our goal is to provide accurate and inspiring information to anyone who's ready to learn.
Dolphin Connection's mission is to provide public programs which inspire awareness and positive change on behalf of the marine environment through direct contact with marine mammals. While we absolutely believe in the power of experiential education and hands-on learning, we understand that for some people, a peaceful stroll while quietly reading at your own pace may be more your style. Whichever approach works best for you, our goal is to make sure that marine conservation education is available to everyone. A parent with young children who choose not to participate in a dolphin encounter can still offer them the chance to learn all they want about dolphins. Teenagers not working directly with dolphin trainers can still read all about careers in the field and the science behind animal training. Teachers who bring their classes to observe the dolphins can teach about how researchers study dolphins in the wild. And of course, for all of you who learn best by immersing yourself in the experience, you are always invited to join us for an unforgettable swim with our dolphins.
However you prefer to learn, whether it's from our vibrant dolphin trainers and our charismatic dolphins or from colorful displays designed with you in mind, we are ready to teach! Dolphin Connection's commitment to education knows no limits. We guarantee that a visit here will leave you knowing more and caring more about your planet, but that's not all. While on an island, surrounded by water, with the only live coral barrier reef in the continental US, you'll have multiple opportunities to leave your mark on the oceans. A visit to Dolphin Connection will leave you with knowledge about how to have a positive impact whether it's while you fish, dive, eat or even shop. So come on out, enjoy all that the Keys have to offer, let your mind and body relax while your brain takes in everything that we have to teach.
We look forward to seeing you here! -
Dolphin Connection Blog - September 201109/01/2011
For many of us, September means the end of summer and back-to-school. What about the dolphins – do they go to school? The answer, in fact, is "Yes". Every trained behavior that you can see the dolphins do at Dolphin Connection was trained by a dedicated teacher, and learned by a hard-working student. The only difference is that here, our teachers are dolphin trainers, our students are dolphins and our school takes place in a natural saltwater lagoon at Hawks Cay Resort in the Florida Keys!
One question we hear a lot is, "How did you teach them to do that?" The truth is that dolphin training is based on a scientifically sound method called Operant Conditioning. The primary tools that a trainer needs when working with a dolphin are reinforcement, a bridge and a target.
"Reinforcement" just refers to a special treat the trainer can give to the dolphin. We all know that we're more inclined to complete a task if we get something special in return; the same is true for dolphins. Their favorite treats are fish, toys, rubs, ice cubes, and even gelatin!
A "bridge" is the tool used to let a dolphin know he has done something correctly. A whistle is the most commonly used tool for communicating this message. The term "bridge" is used because the whistle bridges the gap in time between the correct behavior and the time the dolphin receives his treat. After all, a beautiful high jump in the middle of the lagoon can't be reinforced until the dolphin has made his way all the way back to his trainer, and we want to make sure we are being clear about which part was correct.
A "target" is exactly what it sounds like: something for the dolphin to aim for. Typically the target will be the trainer's hand, possibly their foot, and sometimes it's a bead at the end of a long pole. Training a dolphin to touch a target with its head, rostrum or flipper is the beginning of many of the most fun and exciting behaviors you'll see them do!
There's one more piece of the puzzle that may be the most important piece of all: the relationship between the trainer and the dolphin. Built on trust and affection, this relationship is truly the foundation of the training process. Think back to your own school days. While you may not remember the books and games and tools that your teachers used to teach, I bet you do remember the teacher who took the time to get to know you and really cared about you. The same is true with dolphins. Taking the time to care, and to learn each individual's interests and motivations is a crucial part of being a great trainer.
Now how do all of these tools work together? First, a trainer will start by giving treats to a dolphin while "tweeting" the whistle. Soon the dolphin will learn that the whistle means a treat is coming. Not surprisingly, the whistle becomes a very positive sound! Next, the trainer may touch the dolphin's flipper prior to blowing the whistle. This teaches the dolphin that making contact with the trainer's hand is the desired behavior. Eventually, the dolphin will take the initiative to touch the trainer with his flipper. This is target training! By moving the target around, a trainer can lead the dolphin to jump, flip and more. In the final stage of training, a trainer will phase out the target and phase in a hand motion. In this way, the most subtle flick of a wrist can communicate volumes from a trainer to a dolphin. Sound like magic? It's not. Try these very same techniques with your dog, cat or fish at home. Just like our dolphins, they'll enjoy the physical and mental stimulation that a fun training session with their favorite person can provide.
As you all return to school, you can be sure that the dolphins and their trainers here at Dolphin Connection are doing the exact same thing, and when your next holiday brings you back to the Florida Keys, let us show you all the new things we've learned together! -
Dolphin Connection Blog - August 201108/01/2011
Ah August. The dog days of summer. The water is warm, the air is warmer. It's the perfect time to swim with dolphins in the Florida Keys. Coincidentally, these conditions are also perfect for hurricanes. It's something we put up with as part of an otherwise idyllic life in paradise. Some years we're lucky as the storms fly right past us, leaving us with nothing but a cooling breeze and a refreshing sprinkle. Some years, we're faced with a more dangerous reality as damaging winds and rain swirl over our island chain. In the event of just such an occurrence, all of us – dolphins and trainers – hit the road for higher and drier ground. Every year we renew agreements with our professional colleagues at marine mammal facilities around the country, stating that in the event of a hurricane, we may house our dolphins with them until such a time as it is safe for all of us to return home. This way, as hurricane season approaches we can relax, knowing we all have shelter to keep us safe from the storm.
So how does one evacuate dolphins? Custom made, fleece-lined transport stretchers, complete with holes for the flippers allow us to easily lift the dolphins from the water and carry them to the vehicle on which they'll travel first class to calmer weather. When you're here at Hawks Cay, come watch our morning training session and you may notice the trainers asking the dolphins to swim in and out of the small pools located between the two main lagoons. It is these pools from which we would lift the dolphins during an evacuation. We regularly practice having the dolphins spend time in these middle pools while learning that they are just as fun as the larger lagoons, and that food, toys and attention come just as frequently here as anywhere else.
After being lifted from their lagoon, the dolphins are moved into a vehicle such as a truck or a plane. Salt water-filled transport tanks provide the necessary zero gravity environment for the dolphins to ease any pressure on their large bodies, while also offering the moisture and minerals that their skin requires. During an evacuation, the training staff will travel with the dolphins in the back of the vehicle. This close contact also allows the staff to observe the animals, whose behavior they know better than anyone else, easily identifying any needs the dolphins may have or any ways in which we can make their travel more comfortable.
Every year we hope for a peaceful and easy hurricane season. Knowing that we are all prepared in the event that a serious storm approaches allows us to relax and enjoy the wonderful weather for as long as we have it. If you have a late-summer vacation planned in the Florida Keys, make it an experience you'll never forget by spending time with the dolphins at Dolphin Connection. And rest assured that if there are stormy skies ahead, all of us will be just fine.


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Restaurants in Coos Bay
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Park Street Cafe
Chef specializes in vegan- and vegetarian-friendly café fare such as tempeh scrambles and challah french toast
- Southeast Eugene
Just-baked bread accompanies meals of housemade fettuccine, large calzones, and specialty pizzas in a romantic, villa-like dining room
Viva! Vegetarian Grill
- Multiple Locations
Vegan Food cart and vegetarian cafe whose items include cheesesteak with tofu marinated in organic herbs and Polish-style soysage
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Tucked inside the elegant Valley River Inn on the verdant shores of the Willamette River, SweetWaters on the River showcases the Pacific Northwest's plentiful bounty in gourmet dishes prepared by executive chef Michael Thieme. The seasoned culinary staff, which includes a pastry chef that heads the on-site bakery, devise rotating seasonal menus that flaunt such ingredients as locally harvested organic produce and truffles, artisan cheeses, and native Pacific seafood. The fully stocked bar brims with international wines and homegrown varietals from the flourishing Oregon wine country, and a resident mixologist carefully infuses chic cocktails with fresh, seasonal produce such as chilies and oranges. The dining room's ceiling-to-floor windows boast panoramic vistas of the adjacent river's leafy, fertile banks and a covered three-season patio cultivates an alfresco ambiance while offering shelter from rain or snoopy UFOs.
"Every sort of person populating these parts can be seen at the cozy Glenwood Restaurant," the New York Times says, nodding to the eatery's popular menu of hearty breakfasts, sandwiches, and other American food. The chili verde brunch burrito—lauded by Sports Illustrated as "worth getting out of bed early for"—greets the day along with fruit waffles and denver omelets, and lunchtime brings tomato-cheese soup and paninis. Tempeh stir-fries with peanut sauce and brown rice join pasta genovese and steak and mushrooms at dinnertime, complemented by glasses and microglasses of wine and microbrews.
Baristas brew up coffee, espresso, tea, and blended drinks at Global Delights, a quaint, locally owned drive thru that infuses its drinks with worldly flavors. The shop recently began roasting its own, certified organic coffee, adding to a menu that already includes pastries as well as gluten-free and vegan options from Holy Donuts. More than just an energy boost for its customers, Global Delights also demonstrates a passion for improving the community, both by supporting other local businesses and working with Eugene charities.
Within the historic Cottage Grove Hotel, Buster's Main Street Cafe serves burgers of locally raised, grass-fed beef from Knee Deep Cattle Company. Chefs crown patties with accouterments such as bacon, cheese, ham, and avocado. Breakfast offerings of omelets and several styles of eggs benedict reward early-rising appetites, while later diners may sip craft brews or select one of 200 craft sodas, including 40 varieties of root beer massaged from the roots of sacred shrubs.
When brothers Omer and Dave Orian moved to America after spending some of their childhood in Belgium, they started to dream about opening a shop that served the Liège-style waffles. Today the curly-haired duo—dubbed "Eugene's Waffle Imperialists" by the Eugene Daily News—prepares their yeasted waffles across two Eugene locations.
To make Liège waffles, the brothers fold Belgium-imported pearl sugar into a brioche-like yeasted dough, caramelizing the batter in a cast-iron waffle maker before it's crowned with sweet and savory toppings, like the goat cheese, avocado, and eggs of the shop's Goat in Headlights waffle. The menu also includes sweet waffles, such as The Ol' Banana Split. For the adventurous eater, try an "In-between" waffle like The Sweet Funk Machine, with pear, gorgonzola, cinnamon, and wildflower honey. Omelets, salads, and organic coffee round out the menu.
Jung's Mongolian Grill inspires culinary creativity with a family-friendly buffet of stir-fry ingredients and sauces. Guests can load bowls with a menagerie of vegetables, meats, and noodles before handing custom blends to the grill-masters. Staff members then toss and serve edible opuses, permitting patrons to take home their leftovers if they don't return for seconds or anger the door guard by snapping his fake beard. Alternately, diners can rebuild and revise all-you-can-eat concoctions until stomachs replace growls with thankful purrs. The grill battles cravings from 11:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. for lunch and from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for dinner, elongating its hours to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

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"Disappointed ...definately not what it used to be"
Hotel is becoming worn with no recent updates. Gym had no A/C. Lobby shows wear and no attention to detail. Afternoon/night male front desk clerk very un-friendly. I used to love this hotel but will not return. Disappointed it has not been maintained the way it was on my last visit 5 years ago....properties do not magically maintain themselves!Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Great location with convenience of a kitchen."
Great location, friendly staff, and good sized room. For us it was a good value.Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Great Place!"
I loved this Hotel. Great location and the rooms were great.Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
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"Great stay"
For the money this was all I could ever have hoped for. This hotel had everything we needed - clean rooms, updated decor, ideal location and a great price. I would definitely choose this hotel again. I highly recommend it!Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Good Hotel"
One of the best quality/price hotels in South Beach.Ulasan tetamu Expedia yang asli
"Recommend it"
For a Miami Hotel this was excellent. Our normal Miami experience is dirty feeling rooms and poor service, but not here. The room was vast and has a good kitchenette, the bathrooms are small if you are someone who needs lots of space to swing your towel around (not us) however if you want a walk in closet, there was one of those. We enjoyed our stay […] and will stay there again. Baca selanjutnyaUlasan tetamu Expedia yang asli
"go for it, superb"
This can't be a 3* hotel, it would be 4* at least. The rooms are renovated in amazing way and look very clean, the staff are very patient ant supportive. Free beach chairs and towels (which are rented at beach for high prices), free 24/7 movie theatre, parking costs 20$ per day, gym, breakfast. The only thing that you may worry about is rooms at ground […] level, if you sleep till afternoon and wake up for any tiny noise, you might get bothered with garbage truck at 7 am. I had to face it everyday but still in love with the hotel. Hotel is 5 minutes walk to the beach, and located in a quiet area at night. Baca selanjutnyaUlasan tetamu Expedia yang asli
"Great location - no bells n whistles"
was fine and convenient - not at all luxurious - great location. hotel is tired and very in need of updating. room was very spacious. staff was very very nice. would call it shabby and convenient Right on collins Ave and near the Lowes and other nice hotels. They could not find a wine glass that we could borrow... but they sniled and tried!!Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Long weekend."
I don't expect much from older, rehab hotels. They are what they are and I think they did a great job in bringing this hotel up to date. The room was very pleasant and spacious. I like to stay in suites and this truly suited my taste. I thought they could have done more with the corridors and stairwells. They were a little too plain.Ulasan tetamu Expedia yang asli
"Worst Customer Service"
The front desk male was the most rude person we ever came across. I had to cancel my reservation eventually. If you are looking for good customer service this hotel should not be even in the last of your list.Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Great hotel"
This hotel has a great location, upscale amenities and a helpful staff.Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Convenient location nice room"
The hotel exceeded my expectations and was priced correctly. I just hope the hotel stays in good condition for my next trip. would definitely stay there again - I booked it online without ever staying there and was charmed by the room. Lovely walk in closet, security safe. Full kitchen with granite tops, stove, microwave. bed was comfortable and CLEAN...the […] front desk people were always friendly. I hope to stay there again soon. I actually didn't want to post this review because now I won't be able to get a room next time! My only comment is if your looking / expectation is for a high end luxury resort type hotel - then you will be disappointed - but if you need a really nice clean spacious room near near Lincoln, beach, etc...then your good here. Baca selanjutnyaUlasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
The location was optimal; clubs, shops, and pharmacies were within walking distance of the hotel, which saved us money on using a taxi service. However, the hotel itself was pretty average.Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
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"great location"
Great location, surprised at large the size of the room, rate was very fare for what we got. Breakfast was sparseUlasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"A good place to stay on South Beach"
It was a good-priced hotel perfectly located close to the beach, Lincoln Road etc. A little noisy at night, but I would recommend it. It had fridge, microwave so you could do a little yourself if you want to. Very friendly staff.Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Good overall"
Excellent location.Big rooms,Breakfast was very poor. Could not get Yougurt after 8'o clock. Sink bowl,many tiles and light fixtures in room cracked. Staff was helpful.Ulasan tetamu Expedia yang asli
"Rude staff"
Hotel was over priced for no reason and the people at the front desk are rude as I don't know what.Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
Studio apartment style offers a good and relaxing base in busy SoBe. Very comfy bed. Clean. Great location. no bar at the hotel means decent noise level. friendly staff, yet sometimes not available. Only annoying thing was that our rooms was out to the back street where they were cleaning up at 6 and on Saturday 7am in the morning with a tremendous […] noise. Best to get a room on the 2nd floor and the middle. Baca selanjutnyaUlasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"for the younger crowd"
pleasantly surprised at this charming hotel. booked it 24 hours before i arrived during one of the busiest weeks in miami for Art Basel. where everything else was booked up or over priced, this place saved me and my bank account. had a super cute "apt" basically and loved it. will stay here again when i return to miami . . . its not the 4 seasons but […] is super close to the beach and in the middle of everything. thumbs up! Baca selanjutnyaUlasan tetamu Expedia yang asli
"Not a bad place to stay"
I felt safe in the neighborhood. The hotel is clean and convenient. It is old, but well-kept. The room with two queen beds is very roomy. It is a well-stocked kitchenette. Mattresses could use replacement. The couch is small. The plastic molded chairs are painfully uncomfortable. Closet space in the room is massive. The staff was helpful and welcoming, […] with the exception of one young man, whom I asked about a tour company. He said they worked with a company that could take us on a tour of the Everglades and city. I asked if he had a brochure on the available tours. He looked through a notebook and said he didn't have any. I asked if he could go to their website for information. He said the tour company did not have a website. I was incredulous and told him so. He became testy and I decided to let it go. We did take a tour with the company he mentioned, by going to the location and booking the tour in person. It was not a very professional tour, but the driver was a nice enough person. For about $65 per person, we toured from about 10 a.m. until about 6 p.m. We toured the Everglades and rode on an airboat, a few places in Miami Beach and some spots in Miami on the bus. Late in the afternoon, we took a boat tour around the island of the homes of the stars. It was a long day, but the price was nothing to complain about. For the price, the hotel was worth the stay. Baca selanjutnyaUlasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Nice hotel"
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"Awesome Stay!!"
This hotel was perfect for our vacation. The rooms had plenty of space and the full kitchen worked out great. The beds were comfortable and clean. The bathroom was big enough for two people to get ready in and the addition of a full body mirror was nice. The location could not of been better, walking distance to everything in South Beach. It was nice […] to be able to get beach towels and chairs for free and the beach was only a block away. The front desk staff was very friendly and made you feel at home. The cleaning staff took great care of us and even stayed late one day to clean our room. I will stay here next time I am in South Beach. Baca selanjutnyaUlasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"My worst experience in a hotel in USA !"
One of my worst experience, pelase try to avoid to go to this hotel, for the same money You can get one room 4 star in Other place ! Dirty, smell terrible the hotel !Ulasan tetamu Expedia yang asli
I stayed in a One Bedroom King Suite and the room was clean, roomy and beautiful.The only pitfall is that in that whole big beautiful suite there are no full length mirrors. How do you supposed to see what you look like going out? But otherwise the Hotel was awesome.Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Ok Experience"
The hotel stay was ok. When we first got there out sheets wasnt clean and we had to wait a whole day to get clean sheets. Front desk never answer the phone, if you need something you have to go doen to front desk. They had electrical problem in the bathroom and The stockets wouldnt work to dry my hair and use my flat irons. Other than that it was ok. […] Its right in the middle of everything in South Beach. Baca selanjutnyaUlasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Great Stay!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"
I have stayed several times and it is always a pleasure. No pool but a great location.Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Clean and close to everything"
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"Not sweet hotel!!!"
Hotel was okay. The rooms were fair however the rest of the hotel needs a makeover. The gymnasium appeared rundown and the location of the hotel is very busy with a lot of pedestrian congestion. Breakfast was a disgrace. We were only offered banana and croissant's. No cereal was offered.Ulasan tetamu Expedia yang asli
"rude employee"
i did not get the room that i paid for. the room i stood in was number 308. there was a small kitchen, and a futon with a coffee table and one king size bed. there was a stereo in the room circa 1999 and they listed there would be an ipod dock in the room, and there wasnt..the lighting was horrible. and there was only one small mirror in the weird area […] where it was just a sink and mirror, and you had to walk over and there was another room with a shower and toilet. i dont get why they wouldnt just put a mirror in that bathroom, it was plenty of room. there was a walk in closet- right ext to mirror sink area with a safe- the safe was a plus and we used it everyday. the cleaning ladies hardly gave us towels and we had to ask for them one day when the cleaning lady only changed our sheets and left the wet towels in the room without new ones. the woman who comes in and counts the mini bar got into a fight with us the day we left about the mini bar which we caught her in a lie.the location was great though, close to everything. the elevator only fits 2 people and is extremely tight. one of the night time desk guys sleeps on the couchand i did not see any breakfast anywhere. other that that- if the price is right and you want to stay at a hotel just for sleep this is a good choice. but if you care about features and front desk staff, i wouldnt stay here Baca selanjutnyaUlasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
Very convenient to the action and beach. Our one bedroom suite was exceptional. Lots of room and a complete kitchen.Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Girls Weekend Getaway"
Went with 3 friends to Miami for a girls weekend. The place was quiet, clean, and walking distance from everything in downtown south beach. It was a great location and nice to be able to get away from the crowded Ocean Dr. to relax when we were done with the party scene.Ulasan tetamu Expedia yang asli
"Great Hotel"
Very clean and nicely remodeled hotel. Pleasant staff. Great choice for budget conscious.Ulasan tetamu Expedia yang asli
Convenient for all sights we wanted to see. reasonable room but bathroom/shower a little cramped.Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Near South Beach"
A Below Average hotel. Tile floor, old spring mattresses, and poor/limited breakfast in an old building.....but just 1 block from the beach and very close to many eating/drinking choices. Room A/C worked VERY well though.Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"South Beach"
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"March 25th"
construction beginning at 7am on the roof above the room i was staying in, and not having any hot water for a shower because the shower level cannot move past the safety rail they installed on the shower walls.Ulasan tetamu Hotels.com yang asli
"Nice Rooms, Clean, Big, Excellent Location"
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I know Miami is expensive but this hotel could have more amenities for the price. Parking is $20/day, and they don't have any food and beverage service. The room itself was nice, almost space aged but nice. I had to wait 10 mins in the lobby to check-in because the 1 person on duty was in the bathroom. The continental breakfast did not have cereal or […] donuts, only mini bagels, muffins and cookies. lame. I wouldn't stay here again. I would try something on ocean drive if I ever wanted to go to miami again which I probably never will. Baca selanjutnyaUlasan tetamu Expedia yang asli
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How to set the job template in MPI Cluster Debugger?
mardi 24 janvier 2012 15:15Is there any way to configure the MPI Cluster Debugger to use a non-default job template? I'm using Visual Studio 2010 to debug an MPI application on an HPC 2008 R2 SP3 cluster. The debugger works great on localhost, but when I try to use the cluster I get a window with the error message "Job template validation failed: The value of property IsExclusive is out of range. Update the job and try again." This happens because the debugger wants an exclusive job, but our default template does not allow exclusive jobs. Exclusive jobs must be submitted using a different template. I can easily change templates for jobs submitted on the command line (job.exe), but I don't see how to set the template used by the debugger. I tried setting the CCP_JOBTEMPLATE environment variable but this seems to be ignored by the debugger. The HPC Job Manager lets me inspect the failed job and it shows that the Debugging Session jobs use the 'Default' template only.
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Hi Tom,
If you have admin permission, you can modify the "Default" job template by changing the "Exclusive" property to "true".
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- In Configuration, in the Navigation Pane, click Job Templates.
In the views pane, double click Default job template
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Change the value to "true" and then click Save
For more detailed info, you may refer to: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff919472(WS.10).aspx
dimanche 29 janvier 2012 00:18I'm not an admin of the cluster. Besides, wouldn't this change the Default template for all users? I don't want to do that.


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